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Department of Materials Science & Engineering Why MSE at UF? Nuclear Engineering Program IDEA Coalition Prospective Grad Students Online Master’s Degree Faculty Research Areas Affiliate and Adjunct Faculty MSE-NE Advisory Board Eugene Goldberg Lecture Series MSE-NE Career Fair WE'RE HIRING! Assistant, Associate and Full Professor Positions in MSE NE Seminar: “Global Security at Savannah River National Laboratory” February 2, 2023 in Seminar Rhines 125 Christopher Orton, Ph.D. Director, Nuclear Nonproliferation Division Savannah River National Laboratory Dr. Christopher Orton is the Director of the Nuclear Nonproliferation Division within the Global Security Directorate at Savannah River National Laboratory. In his role as director, Dr. Orton oversees Defense Nuclear Nonproliferation (NA-20), Counter-terrorism & Counter-proliferation (NA-80), FBI, and Department of State mission space for SRNL, which is primarily led and executed through his five technical groups while leveraging the capabilities across the laboratory. Dr. Orton has a chemical and nuclear engineering background, and his technical contributions have focused on international safeguards technology development. He has previously spent time as a technical advisor to the NNSA Office of International Safeguards and the US Support Program to the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), as a Non-Destructive Analysis Engineer at the International Atomic Energy Agency and as a scientist at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory. Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) is the newest of the 17 U.S. Department of Energy National Laboratories, though it has supported the Savannah River Site for much longer. SRNL is a multi-program national laboratory leading research and development for the Offices of Environmental Management and Legacy Management at the U.S. Department of Energy, the Weapons and Nonproliferation programs for the National Nuclear Security Administration, and other government programs. It is managed, since 2021, by the Battelle Savannah River Alliance. This presentation will give an overview of the laboratory, its history, and its current and future opportunities, with a focus on the ongoing activities within the Global Security Directorate. The presenter will also highlight some of his previous professional experience that may be of interest to the audience. Information on how students and professionals can collaborate with or join the laboratory will also be provided. Previous Previous post: NE Seminar: “Corrosion and Its Control in Liquid Lead and Molten Salt” Next Next post: NE Seminar: “Remediation of Radioactively Contaminated Land at the Hanford Nuclear Reservation, Washington, USA” 100 Rhines Hall DEPT/COLLEGE RESOURCES Open/Close UF RESOURCES Open/Close UF CALENDAR MYUFL UF EXCHANGE ONE.UF UF DIRECTORY WEBSITE Open/Close UF WEBSITE LISTING TEXT-ONLY VERSION

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Music Biz Member HIFI Acquires The Music Fund To Power Artist Funding Business and financial management platform, HIFI has acquired AI-powered artist funding startup, The Music Fund, which provides artists with funding solutions based on the performance of their music on digital streaming services. The Music Fund utilizes artificial intelligence (AI) to offer artists up-front cash within 24 hours for a portion of their royalty income for a defined period of time. This business model also allows creators to retain 100% of their copyrights and all earnings from future releases. As part of the acquisition, The Music Fund’s co-founder & CEO, John Funge, and co-founder & CTO, Thomas Jerde, will join HIFI as Chief Technology Officer and VP of Data Science, respectively. “The key to equitable pay for artists is efficient revenue prediction across the earnings spectrum,” said HIFI investor and board member, Matt Pincus. “The acquisition of The Music Fund will further HIFI’s ability to provide enhanced liquidity to artists of all levels.” Click here to read the full article from Music Business Worldwide.

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Home » Lifestyle » Cara and Ashley Might Be The Only Celeb Couple You Don't Have To Worry About Cara and Ashley Might Be The Only Celeb Couple You Don't Have To Worry About 10/26/2018 Lifestyle Comments Off on Cara and Ashley Might Be The Only Celeb Couple You Don't Have To Worry About Fame certainly has its downsides and having your relationships play out with no privacy is one of them, as Cara Delevingne and Ashley Benson know first-hand. The are-they, aren't-they-a-couple has shied away from attention ever since they were first rumored to be romantically involved back in August, but — despite the fact that they haven't been able to fully dodge the media's attention and stories like these — they reportedly couldn't be doing better. In fact, in a year full of breakups, Delevingne and Benson may be the only celebrity couple no one should be worrying about. According to the latest update on their relationship, the pair are “very happy” with how things are going. “Ashley and Cara are dating. This is the first girl she’s ever dated,” a source told Us Weekly, even though neither of them have yet to confirm their relationship, nor has Benson commented on her own sexuality — a subject that should really only ever be talked about by the individual being talked about. “This relationship with Cara is the first time she’s been in a healthy relationship and she feels as if it’s really easy with her.” Still, it's pretty heart-warming that the pair are rumored to be in bliss. They definitely have an enviable chemistry that comes across in their photos and social media interactions. So far, that has included photos that surfaced of the pair kissing at an airport in London and someone commenting "Mine" on photos of Delevingne under Benson's account (though she later denied it was her and said she was hacked). Even so, Delevingne recently commented on Benson's post in an adorable way. When Benson posted a photo with the quote "You are magic," the model replied publicly, "Yes you are." There's also the fact that Benson has been seen wearing a necklace with a "C" initial on it, presumably as a nod to Delevingne. Then, last month, Benson showed up at Paris Fashion Week to sit front row for Delevingne's return to the runway at Balmain. (It has previously been two years since she walked in a show; her last one was Christopher Bailey’s final Burberry show during London Fashion Week.) Whatever the case is with these two, they certainly seem happy and — for that reason and their disdain of attention as Delevingne recently showed by wearing a stuffed animal as a face mask to avoid pictures — we should all go ahead and let them live without comment. Cara Delevingne walks the runway during the Balmain show as part of the Paris Fashion Week women’s wear spring/summer 2019 on September 28, 2018, in Paris, France. Photo courtesy of Getty Images. Previous Post:The Only 3 Electric Cars With Strong Reliability Ratings for 2019 Next Post:Your horoscope with Lilith

Work and Study Best Human Skeleton Review 2022 – How to Select Ultimate Buyer’s Guide Human Skeleton: How to choose the best anatomy model in 2022 Today we are going to talk about the human skeleton, an anatomical model used to study bone structure – some models contain insertions of blood vessels, muscles and joints. The human skeleton contains about 200 articulated or disjointed bones, made of unbreakable plastic. The anatomy model is available in several versions, find the best option in this article. Good reading! You can find the human skeleton in miniature versions with 20 or 45 cm, in average size between 80 and 85 cm and in real size with 1.70 to 1.80 m in height. The anatomy model can have fixed or mobile support. The anatomical model of the human skeleton can be assembled (articulated model) or disassembled (disjointed model). The bones have a shape, size and weight compatible with reality, but in different scales. The human skeleton can be used as a learning tool for students from different areas of medicine, so it is widely used by teachers, technicians and specialists. Women’s lab coat: Which are the best of 2022 Men’s lab coat: Which is best for you in 2022 Adipometer: How to choose the best in 2022 The best anatomy models of the human skeleton: Our recommendations From the miniature version to the life-size model … we have selected different options of anatomy models of the human skeleton for you to find the one that corresponds to your study or teaching needs and available budget. The most complete human skeleton Standard human skeleton The best disarticulated human skeleton A miniature human skeleton Medical students take about five years to complete their graduation, plus two to four years of hospital residency to finally be able to practice the profession. Throughout this journey, numerous instruments are used to study the anatomy of the human body, one of which is the human skeleton. In this Buying Guide, discover the utility of this tool, who should buy it and what are the possibilities of use. What is a human skeleton anatomy model for? The anatomy model presents itself as an excellent tool for studies and analysis on the human skeleton, its characteristics and functioning from each of its bones. Some models have other body structures. Some models also include the insertion of other structures of the human body: nerves and blood vessels, ligaments and joints, muscular origins and muscles. The more complete the chosen anatomy model, the greater the possibilities of study. You can find miniature models with 20 or 45 cm, medium models with 80 or 85 cm and natural models with 1.70 or 1.80 m. These models can come articulated, that is, with all bones assembled or disjointed, with all bones disassembled. Who should buy a human skeleton anatomy model? The human skeleton anatomy model can be used in schools, universities, hospitals, medical clinics and laboratories. With a human skeleton, teachers, students, researchers, technicians and doctors can deepen their analysis and development of techniques. In general, the human skeleton is used as an object of study in the anatomy discipline. Students from different areas of medicine have human anatomy classes in the basic curriculum. The subject is also present in the curriculum of other courses such as physical education. The anatomical model of the human skeleton can also be used in the doctor’s office. Generally, patients can be nervous or uncomfortable because they do not understand what is happening to their bodies. When using the human skeleton to explain the condition or procedure, understanding is simplified. In addition, the doctor can use the anatomy figure to guide or train another doctor who is entering the profession. Why should I buy a good quality human skeleton model? When you buy a good quality human skeleton model, you will get a much more realistic study or work tool. The best quality models are manufactured in a first-class natural mold, with parts produced in unbreakable plastic and in the shape, size and weight similar to natural. You also find models with skull assembled in three parts, perfect for those who want to deepen their studies in this region of the body. In some models, the teeth are fitted individually. Another advantage of buying a better quality human skeleton is the extended warranty given to the product – it varies from three to five years. But know that the quality of a product is not only related to price. Our recommendation is that you buy a human skeleton from a brand that specializes in the manufacture of medical instruments. For sure, you will find good options with excellent cost benefit. Find out all the advantages of buying a human skeleton anatomy figure in the table below: Should I buy an articulated or disjointed human skeleton? As we mentioned throughout this text, you will find articulated or disarticulated anatomy models of the human skeleton. The disarticulated human skeleton can be found in the half skeleton version, with only 50 pieces, or complete skeleton, with more than 130 pieces. The disjointed anatomy model is ideal for those who want to study and understand the bone structure as a whole. Comes in a box with dividers for each region of the body. The only disadvantage of this model is that the skeleton cannot be assembled and attached to a rod and support, that is, a disarticulated human skeleton can never be used as an articulated skeleton. The articulated human skeleton is the most sought-after model, as it serves to understand the bone structure as a whole. Some models offer mobility, allowing you to understand how human movements are performed by bones. Both are available in bone versions and with insertion of blood system, joints, ligaments and muscles. Still unsure about which option is best for you? Compare them in the table below: Purchase criteria: Find the best anatomical model of human skeleton Now that you know the characteristics, different models and possibilities of using a human skeleton, let’s explain which characteristics should be evaluated when buying an anatomy model: Fixed or mobile support We will detail each of these criteria throughout the section. If in doubt, leave a comment. Don’t forget to rate and share this content with your professional colleagues. The miniature human skeleton is excellent for schools, as this model is used only to demonstrate the skeletal system. You can find models with 20cm or 45cm. It is also available in medium size, from 80cm to 85cm Did you know that the miniature human skeleton is reduced by means of highly technological software and hardware, this means that the anatomical structures are reproduced in an ideal way, but on a small scale. For teachers or students of university courses or medical professionals, we recommend the purchase of a human skeleton in natural size – 1.70 or 1.80m – because this model represents the shape, size and weight that human bones have more realist. When purchasing a human skeleton anatomy model, note whether the figure references only the skeletal system or whether it has other inserts such as muscles, blood vessels, joints and ligaments. These anatomical structures are referenced only on one side of the human skeleton. The bones, fissures and foramina are numbered by hand, while the blood vessels, joints and muscles are indicated by red or blue paintings. The joints are demonstrated by the mobility of the bone structure of the anatomy model. It is possible to naturally perform the mechanics of the joints, the internal and external rotations of the limbs, movements of extension of the joints and the movements of lateral flexion, extension and rotation of the spine. The advantage of buying a human skeleton with other anatomical structures is to expand the study possibilities. The downside is that these models are a little more expensive. Another feature that must be evaluated at the time of purchase is the support of the anatomy model. The human skeleton can have a fixed or mobile base – it uses five casters. The mobile base model is ideal for classrooms and research centers, as it offers more practicality, you can change it whenever you need without having to carry the weight – some models weigh up to 12Kg. While the fixed base model is perfect for doctors’ offices, clinics or hospitals. The price of a human skeleton can be a determining factor in purchasing for most people. 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Home / Blog / Foods That Can Help Fight Aging Foods That Can Help Fight Aging September 30, 2014 by Dr. Andrew Campbell Although a great skincare routine and treatments such as laser skin resurfacing, injections and chemical peels can help your skin look refreshed and youthful even as you grow older, without the backbone of a strong, healthy diet, all those treatments won’t help as much as they could. As you age, the old saying “you are what you eat” becomes particularly true. For example, a diet that’s high in sugar contributes to the signs of aging on your face and body. While sugar can spell disaster for your skin, a few foods contain minerals, vitamins, and other substances that provide a great benefit. Some of these foods should be part of a healthy diet already, but others might not be. You’ve probably heard that lycopene, the pigment found in tomatoes that give most variety their bright red color, played a part in reducing a person’s risk for some types of cancer. It turns out that lycopene is also great news for your skin. A 2008 study of 20 people, published in European Journal of Pharmaceutics and Biopharmaceutics, found that lycopene also played a part in helping skin to stay smooth. The people with higher amounts of the pigment in their system were more likely to have smoother skin. Lycopene may also reduce your risk of being burned by the sun. Another study showed that nearly half of the participants had less skin redness after sun exposure when they ate tomato paste daily. If you’re not a fan of tomatoes, don’t worry. You can find lycopene in a number of other red/orange/pink fruits and vegetables, such as grapefruit, red peppers, and carrots. Berries, such as strawberries and blueberries, are great sources of antioxidants, including vitamin C. A number of skincare product lines, such as iS Clinical, feature vitamin C, since it plays such an important role in the health of your skin. Vitamin C helps reduce dryness and can fight wrinkles. It also plays a part in the production of collagen, which provides the underlying support for your skin, keeping it from drooping or wrinkling. You can make sure you get enough vitamin C in your diet by adding more fruits to it. In the summer, it can be easy to eat fresh berries all day long. In the winter, you can add a cup of frozen berries to a smoothie to make sure you get enough. Berries aren’t the only fruit that offer a good amount of vitamin C, though; you can also find it in citrus fruit, such as oranges and grapefruit. Salmon is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which contributes to keeping your body functioning well, even as you get older. Omega-3’s are also essential for the health and appearance of your skin. They help keep the membrane of your skin’s cells in good working order so that it keeps out the bad and lets vitamins and other nutrients in. A healthy cell membrane is also the secret to having skin that looks plump and feels soft. You can find omega 3’s in a number of different types of fish if you’re not a fan of salmon. If you don’t eat fish, look to nuts, such as walnuts, for a good source of healthy fat. Flaxseed is also a great vegetarian source. Kale, Broccoli, and Other Greens Pretty much any vegetable you eat, with the exception of maybe starchy white potatoes, will be great for the health of your skin. Green vegetables, such as kale, Brussel sprouts, and broccoli, can be particularly beneficial since they are powerhouses when it comes to antioxidants and other vitamins. Although you do want to limit the amount of sugar in your diet and avoid super-sweet chocolate candies, a small amount of bittersweet dark chocolate on a regular basis can help your skin. Chocolate contains epicatechin, a flavonoid also found in tea, that can help improve the texture of your skin. When it comes to eating chocolate, it’s important to remember moderation. It is high in calories, even if you go for a dark variety with less sugar or other added ingredients. Try to enjoy about an ounce a day or less. While your diet plays an important part in keeping your skin looking youthful and healthy, it’s not the only thing to think about. Your skincare routine also plays a big part. To find out more about what you can do to get the best skin possible, contact Dr. Andrew Campbell and the staff at Quintessa Medical Spa today. Quintessa has two locations, in Mequon and Sheboygan, Wisconsin. For a personal consultation in Mequon, at 10604 N. Port Washington Road, call (262) 242-QSPA. Call (920) 458-QSPA for an appointment in Sheboygan, at 2124 Kohler Memorial Drive.

Inigo Pascual is so talented in his own right. He sings, dances, acts, and writes to name a few of his many talents. So what else is Inigo aiming for in his young, but already accomplished career? Right after Bretman Rock’s fabulous cover in July, Inigo takes a stab at it and sits with NYLON Manila to chat music and fashion. Inigo talks about his journey as an artist, what’s keeping him inspired, and how he pays it forward to others. If you think you know Inigo Pascual, there’s more to know! A post shared by NYLON MANILA (@nylonmanila) Inigo’s rise started with the OPM hit, “Dahil Sa’yo” back in 2016, but he’s been grinding towards his dream long before then. The talkative, hugger shares the struggles of finding his purpose and the beginnings of his career when he was still Stateside. His go-getter personality and contagious energy allowed him to try different things like sports, but music never left him. Music became his safety net or something he kept coming back to. Inigo honed his energy towards performing and realized early on his niche and confidence was in theater arts. Finding your calling is only half the story, how to get to life’s grand plan is another undertaking. As an artist starting out, it was starting to look up and stars were aligning for Inigo until things fell through from not being able to audition for X Factor to passing on a boyband project. However, things always happen for a reason but that doesn’t mean you can’t be sad about it. Inigo recalls, “after that didn’t work out, I would cry myself every night when I was in Tennessee, I just felt like I didn’t belong. I felt like I didn’t know what I was doing.” Eventually he found himself back in the Philippines except this time as an actor, but like he said music wasn’t going anywhere. While music was already a part of his life, his source of happiness had to take a back seat to carve space for himself in showbiz. “It’s a whole different experience when I’m onstage… This is what I want to do for the rest of my life, like I just want to keep making songs that people will love and would listen to.” INIGO PASCUAL His musical opportunities grew after the release of “Dahil Sa’yo” which led him to make his first album. Now you see his growth in his 2021 album, “Options” and the latest track “Finding Neverland.” He was performing onstage, writing his own music just like he always hoped. “With music…It was always so fun to do it. I didn’t feel like I was scared to do it. I was always in that space of experimenting; in terms of what I can do with my music.” Music has helped him grow up and really find himself. So how has he been dealing with the pandemic? Creating music of course, but also loads of video calls with friends and family. Inigo shares the journey of creating “Options.” “With this album, I mean, we all went through so much. It was two years in the making…but we didn’t stop.” Don’t stop, won’t stop, am I right? Lots of patience went into making this album, but Inigo also realizes he was in a fortunate position to complete the project. To that, he’s opened himself up to collaborating with other artists and simply sharing space or advice. “For them to kind of choose me to be able to say, you know, advice to them, it kind of made me feel like okay, I’m doing something right.“ “That for me is a sign of maturity…not shortchanging your passion, destiny or goals, because of the current situation you’re in.” INIGO PASCUAL ON CREATING HIS ALBUM, “OPTIONS” Courtesy of NYLON Manila Facebook It’s all a reality now for Inigo. He’s performed at the Staples Center for Filipino heritage night, his songs are catching waves on KISS FM, and he’s collaborating with some of the best in the game. Would he ever thought it’d happen? Sure, but it still blows this 23-year-old’s mind that it did. “It’s a crazy feeling to be honest, to be able to do these things like right now.” Inigo takes and enjoys the ride of life. Sky’s the limit for him, but Inigo keeps his next project on the down low and leaves readers with, “it’s always good to challenge yourself.” Cover Photo Credit: NYLON Manila Facebook

Statement of Barry C. Scheck President-Elect, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers On Blakely v. Washington Washington, DC (June 24, 2004) -- Beyond a doubt, today’s decision in Blakely spells the end of sentencing guidelines -- as we know them. The decision does not represent a step backward from the goal of sentencing reform, but a great leap forward, because it stands for the proposition that no defendant in a U.S. court will be punished for an unproven crime. The key issue in Blakely was that the judge found a fact, after the defendant’s plea, that increased his sentence by almost three years. It has always been NACDL''s position that facts that substantially increase a defendant's sentence should be admitted by the defendant at his guilty plea or found by a jury beyond a reasonable doubt. Today’s decision is a logical application of that principle. As Justice Scalia said in the opinion of the Court, it is too much to believe that the National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers was “duped” into taking the wrong side on such an important issue as fairness in criminal proceedings. In NACDL’s friend of the court brief, authors Adam Steinman, Sheryl Gordon McCloud and David M. Porter wrote that "failing to apply Apprendi to exceptional sentences upward creates a situation where a defendant may be punished for a crime that no jury has considered -- much less delivered a verdict of conviction -- and for which the ... reasonable doubt standard has not and cannot be met." Justice O’Connor, dissenting, wrote that the effect of today’s decision would be less uniformity of sentencing and that “20 years of sentencing reform are all but lost.” Under the federal sentencing guidelines, a defendant who is charged with 10 offenses and convicted only of one of the charges can still be sentenced as if he had been convicted of all 10. If by “sentencing reform” O’Connor means that a defendant, a judge, and even a prosecutor who worked together to craft a reasonable plea bargain can be blindsided by an unproven allegation at sentencing that might add 3 or 10 or 30 years to a defendant’s bargained-for sentence, then perhaps she is right. But if sentencing reform is to mean truth in sentencing, where only the facts proven or pled to are punished, then her despair is misplaced. Today’s case does not condemn sentencing guidelines to death. In fact, we believe that they just got a great deal healthier. NACDL Communications Department The National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers is the preeminent organization advancing the mission of the criminal defense bar to ensure justice and due process for persons accused of crime or wrongdoing. A professional bar association founded in 1958, NACDL's many thousands of direct members in 28 countries – and 90 state, provincial and local affiliate organizations totaling up to 40,000 attorneys – include private criminal defense lawyers, public defenders, military defense counsel, law professors and judges committed to preserving fairness and promoting a rational and humane criminal legal system.

What is Art Therapy? My Therapeutic Approach Creative Coaching and Workshops Artist CV News & Upcoming Events “Our journey toward healing begins with our own willingness to be vulnerable with ourselves, embrace our mistakes, and remind ourselves that life is a process. ” - Naimah Naimah Thomas, MA, LPC, ATR-BC (she/her) I am a registered and board-certified art therapist (ATR-BC), and a licensed professional counselor (LPC) in Illinois, with a Master of Arts in art therapy. Naimah graduated from Columbia College Chicago with a Bachelor of Arts, with a focus in graphic design. I am committed to providing a person-centered approach to healing with a focus on intergenerational cultural trauma that acknowledges the multiple systems of oppression and the impact those systems have on our emotional, mental, and physical well-being. Collaborating with people the with hopes of co-creating brave spaces that invite multiple perspectives, active listening, and opportunities for growth and healing to occur. Using art as a means to fostering connections, empower, and amplify their voices, experiences, and expression. Weaving traditional talk therapy with elements of art therapy and creative expression, all based on what each individual prefers. Art therapy differs greatly from an art lesson and is grounded in the knowledge of human development, psychological theories and counseling techniques. Art therapy can be beneficial for anyone navigating obstacles, who would like to express emotions, improve focus, relaxation, and self-exploration. Creativity and Art Making Much of my artistic practice is rooted in my experiences as a Black woman, and advocate. I am a interdisciplinary artist primarily working in abstract painting, digital design, and illustration. Art should be accessible for all and it is important for me to create art that is a reflection of the various communities that have shaped me. Working with individuals, grassroots organizations, and social justice aligned agencies has been the core of my work. I really value and appreciate the works of Kara Walker, Faith Ringgold, Margaret Taylor-Burroughs, Bisa Butler, and many others. Artists who use their gifts to spark curiosity and speak to all the movements happening in the world. Be the first to know about events, upcoming pop-up markets, or new items added to the shop. 📄 Menu © 2023, Naimah Thomas Art Powered by Shopify

God’s Glorious Kingdom The kingdom of the world has become the (glorious) kingdom of our Lord and of his Christ, and he shall reign forever and ever. (Revelation 11:15, ESV, parenthesis added) One day very soon, God will establish His righteous, glorious, and eternal kingdom. Even so, come, Lord Jesus! Can you picture the live feed from every news station? There will be no more radical division of red states and blue states on the political demographics map. When God establishes His kingdom on earth, the result reflected on that map will be the unifying and gloriously pure white that signifies His righteous rule. To be sure, it won’t encompass just our country; it will include “every nation, tribe, people, and language” (Revelation 7:9). Can you imagine it? Christ’s Reign on Earth While reading the book of Revelation, a sense of awe and excitement overwhelms me when considering the reality of God’s future Kingdom. Yes, it will exceed even our wildest imaginations and expectations! (1 Corinthians 2:9). However, the most thrilling thought is that the Creator of this massive universe is setting up His perfect Kingdom – and wants our participation! When we comprehend this, how can we not help but echo the praiseworthy anthem of reverence to our awesome God: “Blessing and glory and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God forever and ever!” (Revelation 7:12). We might have to change our style of worship and get used to worshipping God on our hands and knees with our faces to the ground in utmost reverence. Several verses indicate this will be our response when in God’s presence. Just imagine hearing the millions of voices shout, “’We give thanks to you, Lord God Almighty, who is and who was, because you have taken your great power and have begun to reign. The time has come for…rewarding your servants the prophets and your saints and those who reverence your name” (Revelation 11:17-18 / NIV). What a reason for unbridled excitement and a nostalgic longing for “home”! Search online for the music and lyrics of Jim Hill’s triumphant song titled, “What a Day That Will Be.” The verses describe the glories of heaven, but the chorus should echo our hearts’ joyous cry of meeting Jesus face-to-face. “What a day that will be, when my Jesus I shall see, and I look upon His face, the One who saved me by His grace; when He takes me by the hand, and leads me through the Promised Land, what a day, glorious day that will be.” I pray you are ready for that glorious day and are eagerly awaiting His Kingdom. What excites you the most about heaven and God’s future kingdom? If you are nervous about Christ’s return, what is the reason? What five things from this world’s governments will you not miss in God’s future kingdom?

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ISTANBUL – Panorama 1453 Tarih Muzesi The Panorama 1453 Historical Museum is a historical museum in Istanbul and was opened on 31 January 2009. The museum, is located across from the spot on the Topkapi-Edirnekapi ramparts. The museum is a panorama painting about the conquest of Constantinople. Here the visitor will witness a scene of the Fall of Constantinople, in particularly the moment the Ottoman troops broke the Byzantine defences of the city. After the fall, the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet II, gained the title of Fatih (conqueror). The painting surrounding measures 38 meters in diameter and covers an area of 2,350 square meters. Location: ISTANBUL, Turkey

Who is Harriet Hageman, trump’s favorite Wyoming politician? by NBA Republic August 17, 2022, 9:14 am On Tuesday, Trump’s opponent, Liz Cheney, was defeated in the Wyoming Republican house primaries. She was defeated by her former supporter, Harriet Hageman who is a well-known lawyer. She lost the race for Wyoming’s at-large congressional district to Harriet Hageman, an attorney who supported Cheney in her race toward the House in 2016. After Liz’s loss, many have been searching to know who is Harriet Hageman. Though much information is not available on the attorney cum politician, NBA Republic has managed to get some info. So, who is Harriet Hageman Hageman is a native of Wyoming. She received both her undergraduate degree and law degree from the University of Wyoming. She began her career as a law clerk for federal appeals judge James Barrett, and went on to practice law privately in Wyoming, Colorado and Nebraska, according to Iowa State University. Her specialty as an attorney was natural resources and water litigation. She also represented the federal government in many private property cases and eventually opened her own firm, according to Wyoming Public Media. She first ran for public office in 2018 Harriet Hageman first joined the political sphere when she unsuccessfully ran for governor in 2018. She is the daughter of a former Wyoming state representative, Jim Hageman, who served for more than 20 years. Hageman said in a statement that she decided to run against Cheney in the House because Cheney “betrayed Wyoming, betrayed the country and she betrayed me.” Cheney was ostracized by senior members of the Republican Party for voting to impeach him and later criticizing him for his handling of the Jan. 6 Capitol riot. Roughly 70% of Wyoming voted for Trump and Cheney’s repudiation of him became the red line for so many GOP voters who enthusiastically backed her not long ago. Trump eventually officially endorsed Hageman who was a former Republican National Committee member for the state of Wyoming. On Tuesday, August 16, 2022, Harriet defeated the incumbent Liz Cheney to become the Wyoming Republican candidate on the Republican ticket, for the 2024 congressional elections. This is a little information we have for people who want to know who is Harriet Hageman. Previous article Lakers and Clippers match dates revealed for 2022-2023 NBA season. Next article Wolfgang Petersen net worth: How much was Petersen worth?

La Salle U. Data All Data year Institutions ranked 401 58.4 691 678 74.8 909 615 69.8 884 1. See TableBuilder for the prior year data. 2. Blank white cells indicate data not available, not applicable, or institution not eligible for survey. 3. Data from the Survey of Science and Engineering Research Facilities is collected every two years. Download all tables in Excel format Full-time graduate students in science, engineering, and health, by selected characteristics: 2021–12 All full-time students 148 87 112 95 91 113 126 122 . . 35 11 7 10 8 25 26 13 . . 113 76 105 85 83 88 100 109 . . 119 51 65 65 72 80 84 95 . . 16 4 3 3 2 9 11 11 . . . . . . . 9 13 10 . . 11 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 . . . . . 0 0 0 0 0 . . 21 78 59 105 162 218 220 215 . . 6 32 16 35 56 60 61 63 . . 15 46 43 70 106 158 159 152 . . 2 9 6 8 16 17 10 9 . . 13 51 34 55 87 105 124 106 . . 0 0 1 3 5 19 10 15 . . 0 1 0 3 10 13 10 10 . . . . . . . 40 26 45 . . 4 14 9 25 25 15 12 6 . . Full-time graduate students in science, engineering, and health receiving primary support from federal sources, by field: 2021–12 All surveyed fields . . . . . 0 0 0 . . Full-time graduate students in science, engineering, and health, by type and primary source of support: 2021–12 Type and primary source of support All types and sources of support Nonfederal Other types of support 18 10 25 2 1 4 16 0 . . 0 0 1 0 13 0 0 0 . . 130 77 86 93 77 109 110 122 . . Federally supported science, engineering, and health postdoctorates, by field: 2021–12 Total R&D expenditures, by field: 2021–12 829 818 1,099 886 898 989 1,079 1,039 1,139 1,156 353 99 174 198 392 426 . 0 . . . 0 107 14 45 69 0 0 . 14 . . . 0 246 2 129 129 71 79 0 0 0 0 234 250 0 . 0 0 0 . . . . . . 93 . . . 74 . 45 . . . 126 0 52 160 50 . 251 . . . 173 . 113 . . . 57 0 0 66 237 i=imputed 829 21 . . . 0 0 0 0 . . . 0 0 . . . . . 0 0 246 0 . . . 0 0 Federally funded R&D expenditures, by federal agency: 2021–12 . 14 . . . 82 82 102 114 114 . 0 . . . 15 Headcount of R&D personnel: 2021–15 [temporarily discontinued] All personnel

University of Nebraska among the nation's best in tech transfer A new report measuring universities’ success in driving economic growth ranks the University of Nebraska among the nation’s elite. The Milken Institute, an independent economic think tank, last month released “The Best Universities for Technology Transfer.” The report ranks Nebraska’s tech transfer efforts 35th among a field of 225 – putting NU in the top 16 percent nationally for its ability to commercialize the work of its faculty in areas like agriculture, engineering and medicine for the benefit of people in the state and around the world. “This report is more evidence that the University of Nebraska is in great company when it comes to our research and economic development efforts,” said NU President Hank Bounds. “We’ve made it a priority across all of our campuses to create a culture of innovation where bold and entrepreneurial thinking is encouraged. Our work is paying off. This ranking is a credit to the dedication and creativity of our faculty and the technology transfer offices that support them. Nebraska’s economy and our citizens are the beneficiaries.” The Milken Institute’s rankings are based on data from the Association of University Technology Managers, the national trade organization for university tech transfer offices. Metrics include patents issued, licenses issued, licensing income and startups formed. Nebraska’s No. 35 ranking places it ahead of brand-name heavyweights like the Mayo Foundation (No. 36), Wisconsin (No. 40), North Carolina-Chapel Hill (No. 44), Ohio State (No. 55) and Princeton (No. 62). NU trailed Johns Hopkins by just two places. NU’s technology transfer offices – UNeMed at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha and NUtech Ventures at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln – work to bring university research to the marketplace, resulting in new startup companies, better jobs and new and innovative products that improve productivity and quality of life. The university is working to deepen relationships with Nebraska companies that can license faculty inventions for commercial use, the way Omaha-based Streck has done for a new molecular diagnostic platform. For example, Virtual Incision Corp., a medical device company focused on developing a miniature robot for general surgery abdominal procedures, is a spinoff of research by Nebraska-Lincoln engineering professor Shane Farritor and UNMC surgeon Dmitry Oleynikov. Technology developed at Virtual Incision will transform surgeries into more affordable, less invasive procedures, improving lives and surgical outcomes for patients around the world. Epicrop Technologies Inc., a startup founded by Nebraska-Lincoln faculty, is located at Nebraska Innovation Campus and is developing technology to improve crop yields. Epicrop’s unique technology, which the company is commercializing for use in corn, soybeans and wheat, can improve yields and stress tolerance without changing the DNA sequence of the plant. Another company, Avert, is a startup spun from innovation at the Nebraska Biomechanics Core Facility at the University of Nebraska at Omaha. Avert, which was recently among a select group of startups chosen to present at a national demonstration day, is about to launch a beta version of its concussion-detection device. Avert is developing its product in partnership with UNeTecH, a joint UNO-UNMC business incubator formed by the Board of Regents that brings biomedical technology innovations to market. “It is exciting to see medicine and technology work together to break down silos and build bridges,” said UNMC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Gold, M.D. “The real finish line is when academic research changes a person’s life – takes their pain away, helps them walk more easily, speeds recovery time after an operation. Partnering with businesses and corporate communities can help us take our innovations and discoveries to the people who need them most, and I’m pleased to see by this ranking that we are accomplishing our goals.” Nebraska-Lincoln Chancellor Ronnie Green said, “Nebraska innovation is changing lives. We are leaders in invention and enterprise, driven by the high-quality, relevant research from our faculty. Our research is tied directly to real-world impacts – job creation, partnerships and business start-ups that power our state’s economy.” According to the Milken report, university commercialization efforts pumped more than 1,000 new startup companies and $2.5 billion into the national economy. The report concludes: “Research universities are one of the strongest assets America can use to compete in the age of innovation. Research funding should be a top priority for enhancing American economic growth.” Its recommendations include: Maintaining federal funding for basic science research. Creating a federal fund to further support academic commercialization efforts. Setting up a federal matching grant program to increase technology transfer staff and resources. Creating a standard of best technology transfer practices at the state level. The University of Utah claimed the top spot in Milken’s rankings, followed by Columbia University, the University of Florida, Brigham Young University and Stanford University.

Ag Builders of Nebraska honored with NU Presidential Medal of Service The Agriculture Builders of Nebraska, a longtime champion of the University of Nebraska and the vital role of agriculture in ensuring the growth and success of NU and the state, is the recipient of the 2020 Presidential Medal of Service, System President Ted Carter announced today. The medal is an annual honor celebrating Nebraskans’ promotion of the impact the university and higher education have on the state’s economic and social well-being. It is the highest honor the NU president can bestow upon a community member or organization. "Agriculture is the backbone of Nebraska’s economy and a cornerstone of the University of Nebraska’s work across our 93 counties," Carter said. "Our university is fortunate to benefit from the support and engagement of the Ag Builders, whose members share a commitment to the value and impact of affordable, high-quality education and are passionate champions of groundbreaking research and workforce development to move our state forward. "The University of Nebraska is emerging from an unprecedented year in a position of strength, and that’s in no small part thanks to our partners across the state who believe in the mission of public higher education. The Ag Builders’ impact on our 52,000 students and the state is impossible to measure. It’s an honor to recognize their ongoing service to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, the Institute of Agriculture and Natural Resources and the entire University of Nebraska system." The Presidential Medal of Service was created in 2018 to honor Nebraskans who have made significant contributions in supporting a strong University of Nebraska and promoting the role that higher education plays in growing the state. For example, recipients may have testified to policymakers on behalf of the university, led a letter-writing campaign, spoken at a public meeting on an issue important to the university, or hosted an event to raise community awareness of the university’s impact. Carter opened a statewide call for nominations for the 2020 medal last fall. Incorporated in 1971 and celebrating its 50th anniversary this year, the Ag Builders played a significant role in the establishment of IANR at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. The organization’s 225 members, leaders in Nebraska’s agricultural industry, play a key role in informing citizens and elected leaders about IANR’s teaching, research and outreach programs. Ag Builders also advocates in support of the entire university system. Members regularly testify in support of NU priorities to the Legislature, including appropriation requests, capital construction requests and a funding request for the Daugherty Water for Food Institute last year. Ag Builders hosts regular events designed to engage with elected leaders and advocate for the NU system, including a special legislative event during which members visit with senators to share stories of IANR’s work in growing the agricultural economy and urge support for the NU system’s legislative agenda. The Ag Builders will be recognized at the Board of Regents’ Feb. 12 meeting, and will be honored at a future event when COVID-19 protocols allow. Medal of Service NU President President's Office Ted Carter Agriculture

Home | Nencki Institute Seminar Nencki Institute Seminar On Thursday, December 10th, at 3pm, Adrianna Wysocka-Marijnissen, who is a PhD student working at the Laboratory of Preclinical Testing of Higher Standard, under the supervision of prof. Grażyna Niewiadomska, will give a lecture entitled: The impaired brain cholinergic system in Alzheimer's disease-like model (tauopathic L1 mice). Alzheimer’s disease (AD) is a progressive neurodegenerative disorder associated with memory impairment and, over time, an inability to carry out activities of daily living. Due to unknown mechanisms of pathological changes, there are no treatments to prevent the development of the disease. The drugs used in the clinic only slow down the symptoms in the initial stages of the disease. AD is a tauopathy characterized by the presence of abnormal forms of the tau protein in the neurons in the form of insoluble aggregated paired helical filaments (PHF) and neurofibrillar tangles (NFT). However, there is growing evidence that the soluble tau oligomers are the toxic species. Current research was focused on the hypothesis that cholinergic neurons are especially vulnerable to degeneration caused by tau pathology. The study used a transgenic mouse model L1 that expresses truncated tau consisting of the PHF core residues. Immunohistochemical staining showed a reduced number of cholinergic neurons in the structures of the basal forebrain, in which acetylcholine is synthesized. Moreover, the function of the cholinergic system was impaired in the cortex and hippocampus, sites of the ascending cholinergic projection. Additionally, L1 mice showed an accumulation of tau protein predominantly in the axonal compartment of cortical, hippocampal and basal forebrain neurons. Preliminary results also suggest an increase in the tau oligomers level and a possible binding of tau oligomers to M1 receptors, which may lead to disturbances in M1 signaling. Interestingly, it appears that in L1 mice the tau oligomers are not only located in the cytoplasm but also in the nucleus, which was not found in wild-type mice. This may indicate that the tauopathy induced in the L1 model causes much more extensive neuronal impairment than just a dysfunction of the cholinergic system. We will use zoom, here is the link: https://zoom.us/j/91262243656?pwd=eUt5WGg1OHlrb1NuV0RQQmtPRUl2Zz09 +48223987356,,91262243656#,,,,,,0#,,485625# Poland +48 22 398 7356 Poland Find your local number: https://zoom.us/u/ajndxqBOX Aleksandra Pękowska Nencki Seminar Brain Awareness Week at the Nencki Institute (in polish)

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From bombs to bananas: A dose of radiation reality By David Szondy Radiation may be frightening, but we live with a surprising amount of natural radiation every day chesterf/Depositphotos A plug of highly enriched uranium Department of Energy/Wikimedia A surprising number of foods are naturally radioactive National Cancer Institute/wikimedia Potatoes also contain radioactive isotopes Expired Crown Copyright/Wikimedia Uranium gives uranium glass, also known as Bohemian glass, its distinct color The Chernobyl reactor being fitted with its new containment dome Tim Porter/CC4.0 Most home smoke detectors use a particle of radioactive americium-241 to ionize smoke particles Ever since 1896 when Henri Becquerel noticed that certain minerals blurred photograph plates sealed in paper, radiation has fascinated and frightened the public. The trouble is that over the past century this mysterious and powerful force has been surrounded by many misconceptions, which can be more dangerous than radiation itself. To clear away the fog in the cloud chamber, New Atlas looks at the facts about radiation in our everyday lives. It's easy to be worried about radiation in a way that we aren't about other environmental hazards. Radiation is tasteless, odorless, and, except in the greatest intensities, invisible. In the popular imagination, it's a mysterious force that can transform sleeping dinosaurs into atomic dragons that stomp Tokyo flat on a regular schedule, turn teenagers into wall-crawling superheroes, and innocent scientists into giant raging green monsters. We know that such scenarios are the work of fiction, yet many people still think of radiation as a universal destructor that leaves nothing but inevitable death in its wake. It's a mysterious force that produces terrible human mutations, causes terrible medical conditions even in the mildest of doses, and the only way to handle it is to avoid it entirely. Yet despite its reputation, radiation is part of our everyday lives and has been ever since the first protozoa evolved hundreds of millions of years ago. The millirem is the unit of absorbed radiation dose and according to the US Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the average American is exposed to 620 millirem (mrem) of radiation every year. Half of this comes from natural background radiation, while the other half comes mainly from medical X-rays, with industrial sources a distant second. Before we look at what dangers, if any, this poses, here's a primer on what we mean when we talk about radiation. What is radiation? The Oxford dictionary defines radiation as, "The emission of energy as electromagnetic waves or as moving subatomic particles, especially high-energy particles which cause ionization." This means it includes such things as visible light, radio waves, infrared, ultraviolet, and microwaves. But for our purposes, what we're looking at is ionizing radiation. In other words, radiation consisting of subatomic particles, X-rays, gamma rays, or cosmic rays, with sufficient energy to knock apart or ionize any atoms they may encounter. Most of the radiation we encounter is made of subatomic particles caused by the decay of unstable atoms from heavy elements or unstable isotopes. When these atoms decay or break apart, they emit one of several types of radiation: alpha, beta, neutron, and gamma. Alpha radiation is made up of alpha particles, which are heavy, positively charged particles made up of two protons and two neutrons bound together like a helium nucleus. Because of their mass, alpha particles can be stopped by a sheet of paper or even human skin, but they're still regarded as dangerous if alpha-emitting elements are breathed in or ingested to expose internal tissues. Beta radiation is made up of high energy electrons or positrons released in atomic decay. Beta particles are more penetrating than alpha particles, but they can still be stopped by 2 cm of air or a few millimeters of aluminum sheeting. Gamma rays are electromagnetic radiation like X-rays, light, and radio waves, but are so energetic that they are classed as ionizing radiation. They are capable of passing straight through the human body, but can be stopped by thick concrete walls or lead sheeting. Neutron radiation Neutrons are uncharged particles. Technically, they aren't a form of ionizing radiation, but when they collide with atoms they can cause them to split, releasing, alpha, beta, or gamma radiation. Neutrons can only be stopped by very thick shielding of concrete, water, or paraffin. Found only from natural sources, cosmic rays come from the Sun or distant, high-energy events far out in space, including a pair of giant black holes colliding or a supermassive galaxy exploding. They are so high energy that they can only be stopped by the thickest of shielding or the combined protection of the Earth's magnetic field and atmosphere. When these cosmic rays strike the Earth's atmosphere, they convert inert carbon atoms into radioactive carbon-14. Where does radiation come from? Radiation can be either natural or man made. Aside from cosmic rays, natural radiation comes from the fact that the Earth is basically one huge low-level fission reactor. If the Earth had cooled naturally from its original molten state, it would by now be a solid, frozen lump of rock and iron and about as capable of supporting life as a ball bearing in a deep freeze. However, our planet contains loads of radioactive elements, like uranium, radium, and thorium, slowly decaying over billions of years, releasing energy that keeps the core of the Earth molten. There are also deposits of uranium and thorium in the Earth's crust, which are the source of most of the natural radiation we encounter either directly or in decay products, like radium or radon gas. As to man made radiation, for most people, 96 percent is from medical X-rays – a chest X-ray delivers 10 mrem, a full-body CT scan 1,000 mrem, and a dental X-ray 1.5 mrem. The small bit that's left over, surprisingly, doesn't come from nuclear power plants, which provide 0.09 millirem per year, but from coal, which the Imperial College London says puts out three times more radiation than an operational reactor plant. The remainder is fallout traces from atmospheric nuclear tests from 1945 through 1980. Why is radiation dangerous? Radiation is dangerous because it causes damage to living tissue not just on the cellular, but on the molecular level. How much damage depends on how big a dose and where in the body it occurs. Plutonium, for example, is safe enough that you could make a paperweight out of it or hold it in your hand for a short while. However, if you ground it up and inhaled the dust, the effect of the radiation on your lungs would be catastrophic because it would be irradiating the unprotected living tissues. This is because radiation causes harm by disrupting the constant, delicate ballet of chemical reactions that go on in living cells – especially in the DNA that makes up the genetic code that tells the cells what to do. In very small doses, cells can repair themselves and carry on as before, But in cases of large or constant exposure, the cells can be so damaged as to be killed or worse, genetically damaged, so they become cancerous or, in the case of reproductive cells, result in fatal mutations or birth defects. Radiation in common items If the preceding paragraphs made you want to build an underground bunker and go the full Dr. Strangelove route, then you're already out of luck. We live in a constant bath of radiation that literally impossible to escape. All living things contain radioactive isotopes, like potassium-40 and radium-226. Every time you breathe in you bring carbon-14 into your lungs. Never mind what awaits in the kitchen. The seemingly innocent banana is so radioactive that it's used as a measurement of radiation in itself as in "equivalent to x bananas." Each banana contains 45 mg of potassium, which includes the radioactive isotope potassium-40. The radiation from bananas measures out as 3,520 picocuries per kilo – that's high enough to set off the more sensitive type of radiation alarms. If you ate one banana per day, you'd receive a dose of 2.6 mrem per year. Brazil nuts are about a thousand times more radioactive than most common foods and if you ate half a pound (226 g) per year, you'd get a dose of 0.5 mrem. This is because the deep roots of Brazil nut trees are very good at collecting trace metals in the soil, resulting in the nuts containing up to 7,000 pCi/kg of radium-226. Fortunately, the body has no need of radium, so even the most avid Brazil nut fan will excrete the isotope before it can do any harm. Delicious, full of vitamin C, and one 8 oz glass a day will get you 2.5 mrem of radiation per year. Potatoes may be classed as comfort food, but they don't give much comfort in the radiation stakes. Eating one medium baked jacket potato a day will net you 4.3 mrem per year. If you go for a large order of French fries instead, you'll get 4.7 mrem. Breakfast means starting the day on a radioactive note with a cup (236 ml) of raisin bran cereal each morning giving you 1.8 mrem per year. Have a cup of cantaloupe once a week, and you'll get 0.4 mrem per year. A can of spinach may make Popeye a human dynamo, but one cup a week will provide 0.6 mrem of radiation per year. If you fancy a double hamburger, remember that one per day will expose you to 2.9 mrem or radiation. At least it's better than tucking into a six-ounce halibut fillet a day. That works out to 4.9 mrem per year. Even playing it safe with a glass of water isn't, well, safe. Tap water has a surprising amount of radioactive isotopes dissolved in it – enough to expose the average person to 0.244 mrem per year. Other common sources Cigarettes are a no-win situation. Not only do you get tar, nicotine, and a good chance of an early grave, but 20 a day will net you 36 mrem per year right to the lungs. Canary glass Even a trip to the antique shops is no escape from radiation. Canary glass, also known as Bohemian glass, has a third name: uranium glass. It's the uranium it contains that gives it its distinct color. It also gives you four mrem per year. The song says diamonds are a girl's best friend, but they' re also a radiation source of up to 0.03 mrem per year. Some, like Zircon, are naturally radioactive, while others are bombarded with neutrons to enhance their color. Even where you live can cause the Geiger counter to click. Aberdeen, Scotland is famous as the Granite City and all the radionuclides expose the inhabitants to 120 mrem per year. If you live in a brick house, that's 1.31 millirem per year and concrete is 7 mrem a year. But the worst in our homes is radon gas, which seeps out of the earth and collects in basement areas to give the residents a whopping 200 mrem per year. Old televisions and monitors If you have an old television or computer monitor, you might want to swap it for a flat screen. That will save you 1 mrem per year in X-rays. Oddly enough, the one thing you would think would be a major source of radiation isn't. Most home smoke detectors use a particle of radioactive americium-241 to ionize smoke particles. Total dosage? A miserly 0.009 mrem per year. The person you're sleeping next to … and you A much larger source of radiation is the person sleeping next to you. Lying there sweating and breathing, they expose you to 2 mrem per year. If that make you want to sleep on the couch, remember that you emit 40 mrem per year. If you have ceramic caps or false teeth, add another 0.07 mrem. Travel broadens the mind, but it also ups the radiation doses. Every security scan is worth 0.002 mrem and a cross-country flight in the US is 2 to 5 mrem from cosmic rays coming in through the thinner atmosphere at cruising altitude. According to the US EPA, frequent fliers receive 200 mrem per year. Putting it into perspective So far, so scary, but how to put all of this into perspective? As we said, it's estimated Americans are on average exposed to a total of 620 mrem per year. To give a point of comparison, a lump of uranium would give you a dose of 1,376 mrem per year. That's over twice normal exposure, but uranium is mainly an alpha emitter with some weak gamma rays thrown in, so you'd have to carry it in your pocket full time to be at risk. According to Professor Gerry Thomas, a radiation expert from the Department of Surgery and Cancer at Imperial College London, radiation is something much less to be feared than is popularly believed. "Radiation saves far more people every year than it kills, but we still perceive it as a great danger," she says. "Yet it is just like any other toxin – such as alcohol or even salt, it is safe in small doses but dangerous in high amounts. If you measured radiation levels in Aberdeen, which is built on granite, there would be higher background levels of radiation than in Fukushima." According to the NRC, a 3 mrem dose increases the chances of premature death by one in a million. That's equivalent to breathing New York City air for two days, riding a motorcycle for one mile, riding in a car for 300 miles, eating 40 tablespoons of peanut butter at once, eating 10 charbroiled steaks, or smoking one cigarette. Even famous catastrophes have turned out to be less disastrous than thought from a radiation perspective. Thomas says that being exposed to the direct radiation of the Hiroshima explosion was less dangerous than being obese. As for the worst nuclear disaster in history at Chernobyl in 1986, though 43 people died as a direct result of the accident, 4,000 others exposed have shown no ill effects. In addition, the surrounding area has been turned into a wildlife preserve and, though the radioactive fallout has certainly affected the flora and fauna, some experts note the overall effect is less than that of a forest fire or chemical pollutants with none of the feared mutations resulting in little more than animal stillbirths. Part of the problem with assessing the effects of radiation is that while extreme cases like nuclear weapon attacks, or accidents like Chernobyl or Fukushima lend themselves to straightforward analysis, small doses are much harder to study. This is because large doses of radiation produce obvious symptoms and prognoses, but small doses soon descend into an ocean of complicated causes and effects. Taking a hypothetical example, someone is exposed to a small dose of radiation, then later on develops cancer. Did the radiation cause it? Did it increase the likelihood of cancer? If so, by how much? Or was the cancer due to smoking, diet, occupational hazards, heredity, congenital defects, or a combination of these? Did the radiation make this worse or did it have no effect at all? Because there are so many possible causes and the human body has a limited ability to recover from radiation, these are very hard questions to answer. Because of these uncertainties, scientists since the 1940s have adopted the no safe minimum dose standard. Since there aren't enough people exposed to harmful levels of radiation and no way to create a control group, the most conservative approach was taken, which was to extrapolate backwards from the severe cases at Hiroshima and Nagasaki based on the assumption that no dose of radiation, however small, was safe. The world has come a long way from a century ago when almost nothing was known about radiation. That was a time when radium was used to make luminous watch dials and eventually sparked a major scandal when the women who painted the radioactive solution on the watch hands came down with radiation poisoning from ingesting the paint. It was also a time when radium was looked up as a miracle cure and all manner of nostrums, from "radium" inhalers to "radium" water, could be bought over the counter. Today, we have a better grasp of what everyday radiation involves. We have a better understanding of how much surrounds us on a daily basis and the risks involved. But it isn't a recipe for complacency. Rather, it's one for education and continued vigilance. Radiation is not the mysterious force of science fiction, but it's still very dangerous. But the most important thing is to keep a sense of perspective. True, radiation is all around us, but the hazards it poses to our lives are so slight it can't be measured with any certainty. And there many other hazards that are more immediate. Let's put it this way. Don't worry about dying of radiation poisoning from eating too many bananas – you'd have to eat 400 at a sitting to do yourself harm, and you'd be dead of potassium poisoning or indigestion long before the radiation hurt you. If you are curious as to what your annual radiation dose might be, the NRC has a calculator here. ScienceEducationRadiation David Szondy David Szondy is a playwright, author and journalist based in Seattle, Washington. A retired field archaeologist and university lecturer, he has a background in the history of science, technology, and medicine with a particular emphasis on aerospace, military, and cybernetic subjects. In addition, he is the author of four award-winning plays, a novel, reviews, and a plethora of scholarly works ranging from industrial archaeology to law. David has worked as a feature writer for many international magazines and has been a feature writer for New Atlas since 2011. Knut December 7, 2016 09:16 AM Thanks for an excellent article. But now - the next one: Please look at Electromagnetic radiation, and the the radio frequencies. Explain that the CB radio on 27KHz could reach 20 miles or more, and why 2.4GHz - WLAN can only do 300 feet. Then double that, and then estimate what 5GHz range will be. Add to that the expected dampening - measured in dB - and explain this term. The reason is that the medical discussions about danger of mobile phone discuss use of radio frequencies up to 450MHz, and this has been discussed throughly and found at the time to be "safe". These analysis is used now on much higher frequencies - and at one point, you reach the microwave ovens that various consumer tests has demanded protective for radiation. Micro-links from satellites use a 3.5GHz frequency, but the first hundred miles are in space - the atmosphere is thin and with a dish and special technology you can obtain a signal. But: Now everybody wants to use these frequencies on ground based communication. The bottom line is that the US high speed new fifth generation local networks is based on a radio technology that most likely is hi-risk, and unless you ramp up the emission power that makes is even more risky, the "technology" belongs as theoretical work suited in a laboratory and is stupid and silly to propose for public use. The doctors claim ignorance of "radio frequency" and are reluctant to study variation in exposure (emitted energy) and at various frequencies. But the length of a nerve cells makes this a good antenna - and I just wonder what you can raise, discussing this just a thorough as this. ripshin December 7, 2016 10:41 AM Great article. Thanks! Bob December 7, 2016 12:56 PM I'm afraid this article, while informative, glosses over the true dangers. It has long been known that the effects of ionizing radiation are cumulative. Radiation is a great tool but unnecessary exposure is still foolish. One of my complaints is the over use of diagnostic x-rays. Unnecessary routine yearly x-rays of children's teeth without any indication of their need is criminal especially on baby teeth with no indication there is a problem. Yearly chest x-rays and mammograms in younger people would be next. Every few years would be beneficial but the over use of x-rays is too often just a source of extra revenue. Add to this that our daily exposure to all forms of radiation is rising. While many claim there is no proof of increased danger, they know that it will take years to show up. Many other things in our modern environment are also adding to the problem. I expect to see the average lifespan begin to go down from all our modern technology. It has already dropped 2 years for men. Throw in all the autism, asthma, and allergies we now see in children and their future doesn't look so rosy. mr.microcurrie@gmail.com December 7, 2016 03:24 PM This was a great article! I have read many articles about specific sources of ionizing radiation but this article covers almost all of them! I was also impressed that this article quoted an actual professor who was noted how many risks of low level exposure are over stated. If anyone is interested in seeing many of the items in this article be tested with a geiger counter check out this great YouTube video. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XTIvoTiTTSU James P Pratt December 7, 2016 03:48 PM My mother-in-law lived in a Hiroshima suburb when the bomb was dropped at the end of WWII. She is still alive, in her eighties, and healthy. The U.S. government examines her every so many years. I would like to see an article that addresses the effects of modern day nuclear weapons and the survival rates possible at varying distances from the blast zone. Also, when I was in the military I was cross-trained on loading nuclear weapons onto aircraft. What kind of exposure does handling the weapons offer? Kpar December 7, 2016 04:46 PM Just thought I'd toss in my two cent's worth. There is a concept known as hormesis, in which a toxin in a large dose is often beneficial (or perhaps even necessary) in small doses. Vitamin A is a good example, but so is ionizing radiation. Folks living in the Rocky Mountains get a significantly greater daily dose of radiation than folks who live in Mississippi. The altitude is one factor (less protective atmosphere above), but another is the radiation from the granite mountains themselves. And yet, cancer rates in the Rockies are significantly lower than in Mississippi, adjusted for age, diet, etc. How much is too much? It probably depends on the individual, but other factors, as noted in the article, can be MUCH more important. Douglas Bennett Rogers December 7, 2016 06:00 PM A co-worker of mine was on a nuclear aircraft carrier in the Navy. They did a sweep of the ship and found the highest radiation level was on the deck. aksdad December 7, 2016 06:04 PM Not only is radiation less of a danger than most have come to believe, but the NRC estimation of hazards may be significantly overstated. They are based on mathematical models extrapolated from single catastrophic doses of radiation, for example from exposure to enriched plutonium, or a nuclear bomb. Recent studies of long-term dosages of radiation suggest that the body is highly capable of repairing DNA damage from radiation or ridding itself of cells damaged by radiation. See this summary of a 2012 MIT study entitled "A new look at prolonged radiation exposure". Link here: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3440074/ Grumpyrelic December 7, 2016 08:25 PM A few years back we had people at rallies protesting electricity transmission lines (electromagnetic radiation fears) be built within 1000 ft. of their homes. Then they went home to sleep under an electric blanket. Duh! We get solar radiation daily and now weather reports include ultra-violet radiation levels so people live in fear of the sun. Yet when people are deprived of sunshine in the winter, they take pills for the depression it causes. (Don't we get vitamin D from the sun?) We have to be aware of the threats our environment has to offer. Also be aware and remember "everything in moderation". I am 70 and all my friends who got loaded every Saturday night no longer worry about their cell phone radiation. You don't worry about much when you are dead. GalenKnightPhD December 7, 2016 08:47 PM Your article fails to mention the radiation produced by epithermal neutron well-logging and the environmental contamination resulting from both NORM and TENORM in the "produced waters" from hydraulic fracturing for oil and gas, uranium, and even geothermal. Please don't hold 239-Plutonium in your hand. I am friends with a key researcher who worked on "the bomb", one who was almost prosecuted for striking a superior officer because he slapped a high-ranking general's hand away who was about to touch a sample of exposed plutonium, just to save the general and keep him from contaminating others and the facility. Because of its projected solubility product constant with sulfur biochemistry (e.g., thiols), this radioactive element, 239-Plutonium, is probably one of the most carcinogenic substances known, even without taking into account its radiation emissions, simply because it, and all the other toxic metals that for a very long time have been known to bind thiols tightly, all have been known to cause cancer. This is because these tightly-binding toxic metals probably poison the very natural vitaletheine modulators that we have used at extraordinarily low doses to help stop cancer, first published in the November 1st issue of Cancer Research in 1994, and later summarized in the June '04 Townsend Letter. Here's the review article *.pdf that has been updated since to include a comment about the Sawada, et al. reference that was inadvertently omitted when a draft was originally submitted by someone other than the author: http://www.vitaletherapeutics.org/townlett.pdf Following are reasons for being more concerned about radiation than you have expressed: “Brine Spills Associated with Unconventional Oil Development in North Dakota,” Nancy E. Lauer, Jennifer S. Harkness, Avner Vengosh. Environmental Science & Technology, April 27, 2016. DOI: 10.1021/acs.est.5b06349 http://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/acs.est.5b06349 https://www.epa.gov/radiation/tenorm-oil-and-gas-production-wastes There is also a scientific article predicting that radiation in the TENORM NOW "being produced" will continue to increase for 100 years before beginning to subside.

Rising Star Anna Weyant Has Joined Gagosian, Adding Momentum to Market Drama Playing Out Behind the Scenes The millennial artist and the megadealer have been in a relationship for about a year. Katya Kazakina, May 6, 2022 Anna Weyant in her studio, New York, 2022. Photo: courtesy the artist and Gagosian. Emerging artist Anna Weyant is joining Gagosian gallery, which will represent her globally and stage a solo exhibition of her work this fall, the company announced Friday. The news caps weeks of speculation about what the rising star is going to do next—and fuels drama playing out behind the scenes. At 27, Weyant is one of the hottest names out there, known for deft, sometimes naughty figurative paintings of young, female subjects that put a contemporary twist on the Dutch Golden Age. Think of her as a feminist, millennial answer to John Currin. Less than three years after her first solo show, Weyant’s paintings have sold for as much as $1 million in private transactions, sources say. And now, her auction market is starting to explode. Last week, Weyant’s painting of a flower bouquet, Josephine (2020), fetched $513,840 at Sotheby’s Hong Kong, almost 10 times the high estimate. This month, Christie’s, Sotheby’s, and Phillips will all include her paintings as the first lot in their prestigious evening sales—a testament to their confidence in the crushing demand for her work. Anna Weyant, Josephine (2020). Courtesy of Sotheby’s. Against the backdrop of these major developments in Weyant’s career, a narrative worthy of palace intrigue is unfolding. For the past year, the painter has been dating none other than Larry Gagosian, the 77-year-old megadealer, whose 19 galleries spanning the globe will be now at her disposal. And while their personal relationship seems to be enjoying smooth sailing, Weyant’s professional breakup with her former gallery, Blum & Poe, is making some waves. Even without considering their private ties, Weyant’s arrival to Gagosian isn’t entirely unexpected. For those adept at reading the tea leaves of the art market, there were clues. At Art Basel Miami Beach last year, the only Weyant painting at the fair was not with Blum & Poe, but rather at the Gagosian booth amid heavyweight canvases by Andy Warhol, Christopher Wool, and Mary Weatherford. In February, her painting in the Los Angeles County Museum of Art’s buzzy exhibition “Artists Inspired By Music: Interscope Reimagined” also came courtesy of Gagosian. Weyant, who made her solo debut at New York’s 56 Henry gallery in 2019, had two solo exhibitions with Blum & Poe: one in Los Angeles a year ago, another in Tokyo in January. The following month, barely a year after beginning to work together, the artist and the gallery parted ways. So who’s selling all these Weyants at auction? Three of four paintings that have or will hit the auction block passed through Blum & Poe, although the identity of their consignors is unclear. In the case of one work, some fingers are pointing directly at the artist’s former dealers as the source—and some tongues are whispering “revenge consignment” as the reason for the resale. Anna Weyant, Falling Woman (2020). Courtesy of Sotheby’s. Falling Woman (2020) will be offered at Sotheby’s on May 19. It was a highlight of the artist’s show “Loose Screw” at Blum & Poe in Los Angeles a year ago (and is considered the best of the three Weyants on offer this season). The work depicts a young woman, painted upside down as she falls down the stairs, mouth agape, bosom (almost) falling out. Tim Blum, co-owner of the gallery, declined to comment. Bill Powers, a tastemaker who brought Weyant into Blum & Poe’s orbit (and also procured her first work for Larry Gagosian) said, “Tim Blum has an art patois unique and necessary to our contemporary world. Whatever moves he’s making I am sure are warranted and justified.” Falling Woman is estimated at $150,000 to $200,000. At the artist’s show at Blum & Poe in Los Angeles last year, prices didn’t surpass $50,000. Weyant’s Summertime (2020) will be the first lot at Christie’s on May 10, estimated at $200,000 to $300,000. It was acquired from 56 Henry gallery and is being flipped for the second time since its completion two years ago. The painting depicts the bust of a nude woman, her long hair draped over the edge of a wooden table like a piece of fabric. Phillips has a still life, Buffet II (2021), estimated at $100,000 to $150,000 on May 18. The work was acquired by the present owner from Blum & Poe, according to the auction catalogue. Curiously, Gagosian’s announcement of Weyant’s representation makes no mention of any of her solo shows with either Blum & Poe or 56 Henry. It only highlights her group exhibitions, including those at Singapore’s Recharge Foundation, Glenn Fuhrman’s FLAG Art Foundation in New York, and one on view through May 15 at the Green Family Art Foundation in Dallas, Texas. Call it a fresh start. Follow Artnet News on Facebook: Want to stay ahead of the art world? Subscribe to our newsletter to get the breaking news, eye-opening interviews, and incisive critical takes that drive the conversation forward. 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Home/Archive/Facebook connects new freshman Facebook connects new freshman pressable September 6, 2011 Facebook has revolutionized the way people communicate in today’s modern world. Facebook allows people to stay in touch with old friends and even meet new friends without having to leave the computer. Many say this is very anti-personal and I agree, but what if you’re using it to meet new people you wouldn’t be able to meet without having to fly to another state or country even. Well in that case, Facebook is amazing and not technically anti-social. The 2015 FIT class met many new classmates before even stepping on campus by using a Facebook group and page. Here we all chatted about the upcoming school year, plans for college, what we would major in, and who our favorite sports teams are. We talked about almost everything from favorite music to zombies (aka Humans vs. Zombies). The Facebook group feature also let us chats as a group instantly and this was great way to get big conversations going as a class. We even used the group to find out who would be rooming close to us for the upcoming year. Social media allows provides us a revolutionary way of contacting friends, meet future classmates and get to know them before even coming to campus. It’s amazing that we have this tool to communicate and get to know our future classmates before we have even met. The new means of social networking really has changed the way we communicate everyday and even in my classes at school I know that I’ll end up using this new form of communication to plan events or get work done for a class project. I might even get to implement these things into projects I make as a Computer Science major at FIT. It just amazes me how much things have changed with the way we communicate. There are two places for the FIT 2015 class to interact on Facebook. One is a group and the other a fan page. The Florida Tech Class of 2015 fan page is a way where anyone can join and post on the wall for a “status” like discussion. It’s very minimal and you have to check for new posts on the group as you aren’t alerted when someone posts. The FIT2015 group is a place for everyone to come and communicate and share pictures and even chat in groups. If you’re invited to the group then you are notified when someone posts something or comments on a post you’ve commented on. These two differences give two choices for preference whether you want to be kept updated or just be able to check to see what’s new and not have anything show up in your notifications. It’s great for people with both preferences. If you want to see all the Florida Tech social media-sphere has to offer, check out the new Social Media Portal.

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HomeOpinionThe most dangerous habits while driving The most dangerous habits while driving Driving under the influence of fatigue and sleepiness can have disastrous consequences. Although the car accidents are one of the main causes of death, however, many advances have been made in recent years. Their security systems mainly contributed to this carsthe improvement of road infrastructure and the rise of the level of driving education. Adherence to the Road Traffic Code (KOK) is the main concern of every driver. But many times while driving, he adopts dangerous habits that pose huge risks. While driving, the driver should not wear headphones or listen to loud musicas something like this isolates him and does not allow him to have a good perception of space. It’s known that alcohol and driving are incompatible concepts. Under no circumstances should a driver drive if drunk. Even a small amount of alcohol reduces reaction time. The same prohibition is also use of drugs or medicines that cause drowsiness while driving. There is a lot of research that shows the negative effects that drugs have on the driver, in terms of his way of thinking and perception. Driving under the influence can have devastating consequences fatigue and drowsiness. This is also a key factor that car manufacturers have anticipated by encouraging the driver to have a coffee or a rest, while when there is a big problem the car stops. THE seat belt and helmet they are known to have saved lives. The driver should not go a single meter without a seat belt or helmet, as many studies have shown that there can be bad consequences even with very few kilometers. The ADAS systems and in general the active and passive safety systems are the ones that reduce the chances of a traffic accident. Many of these are standard and will soon be in the majority of cars. Lane keeping and emergency braking are two systems that have saved the driver many times from bad consequences. The reversing camera and parking sensors help driving and provide solutions mainly in the city. THE touch screen it is something found in all modern cars. But many times it distracts the driver’s attention. On the one hand, it can provide useful information, but its operation requires several seconds which can distract the driver’s attention. The biggest evil of recent years is the mobile phone. Engaging with it while driving has negative effects. Now the drivers are not just talking on the cell phone, but have moved to the phase of sending messages and watching videos. THE short distance from the one in front carries risks. A sudden braking does not give the following driver many meters and seconds to react, increasing the chances of an accident. THE presence of animals in the passenger cabin can have negative effects, since the driver’s attention can be distracted. In fact, according to research, almost 25% of drivers have dealt with the animal while driving. The modern lifestyle and the loss of free time it forces many drivers to eat while driving. It is good for the driver to first park his car in a safe place and then take his toll. The poorly maintained carsin addition to increasing fuel consumption and more pollution of the environment, they endanger everyone in the vehicle. Worn tires, ineffective brakes, bad suspensions and an unregulated engine increase the chances of an accident. The extreme weather conditions they reach the limits of the driver and it is good if there is no serious reason not to drive during the extreme phenomena. THE high speed is the most important violation and is the main cause of accidents. There must be faithful observance of the speed limits and the KOK. THE aggressive driving it increases the chances of an accident, reduces reaction time and makes the driver nervous. Finally, the correct position of passengers inside the cabin it protects effectively, as all car manufacturers’ tests have been done with the correct seating position. RES-EMP Read the News today and get the latest news. Follow Skai.gr on Google News and be the first to know all the news. Terrance I am Terrance Carlson, author at News Bulletin 247. I mostly cover technology news and I have been working in this field for a long time. I have a lot of experience and I am highly knowledgeable in this area. I am a very reliable source of information and I always make sure to provide accurate news to my readers. The challenges of the European economy at the center of the Mitsotakis – Regling meeting Guinness World Record for Arizona – Ice cream shop made 266 milkshake flavors! Unthinkable incident in Larissa: An elderly man was hitting and dragging his grandson on the sidewalk AEK: Last 0-0 in New Philadelphia, since 1995 and 130 games later! ChatGPT “crashed”.

Stephanie Hsu to perform ‘Everything Everywhere’ song ‘This is a Life’ at Oscars The 32-year-old Oscar-nominated actor will be joined by singer-songwriter David Byrne and experimental band Son Lux Axelle/Bauer-Griffin / Contributor / FilmMagic via Getty Images ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ leads Oscar 2023 nominations with 11 nods ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ stars share their Oscar nomination reactions Stephanie Hsu of “Everything Everywhere All at Once” will perform her film’s Oscar-nominated song “This is a Life” at this year’s Academy Awards ceremony. Talking Heads founder and lead singer David Byrne will join Hsu, 32, during the performance of the song, along with experimental band Son Lux. Japanese American singer-songwriter Mitski lent her voice for the song during the end credits of “Everything Everywhere All at Once.” Ryan Lott of Son Lux collaborated with Byrne on writing the lyrics for “This is a Life,” while Mitski, Byrne and Lott all worked on the song’s musical composition. Byrne had previously won an Oscar for Best Original Score for Bernardo Bertolucci’s “The Last Emperor” in 1988, which he shared with composers Ryuichi Sakamoto and Cong Su. “This is a Life” is nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song, and other nominees include “Naatu Naatu” from “RRR,” “Applause” from “Tell It Like a Woman,” “Lift Me Up” from “Black Panther: Wakanda Forever” and “Hold My Hand” from “Top Gun: Maverick.” Hsu, who is nominated for an Oscar for Best Supporting Actress, is no stranger to stage performances, having originated the Broadway musical roles of Karen the Computer in “The SpongeBob Musical” in 2017 and Christine Canigula in “Be More Chill” in 2019. Hsu is slated to reunite with co-stars Michelle Yeoh and Ke Huy Quan in the upcoming Disney Plus series “American Born Chinese.” She will be starring in Adele Lim’s directorial debut, “Joy Ride,” with “Shortcomings” actor Sherry Cola, “Emily in Paris” star Ashley Park and comedian Sabrina Wu. She will also appear in Rian Johnson’s upcoming TV series “Poker Face” and David Leitch’s upcoming film “The Fall Guy” opposite Ryan Gosling. “Everything Everywhere All at Once” is nominated for 11 Oscar awards in total, including Best Picture. The hit A24 film has swept this year’s awards season by storm, racking up several nominations and wins at the SAG Awards, the Dorian Awards, the Critics Choice Awards, the BAFTAs, the Golden Globes and the Independent Spirit Awards, among others. Jamie Lee Curtis kisses Michelle Yeoh after SAG Award win ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ makes history with most wins at SAG Awards ‘I can beat you up’: Michelle Yeoh tells Golden Globes to ‘shut up’ for interrupting her speech

A Simple Method May Slow Cognitive Decline A method for increasing activity levels may reduce cognitive decline in a trial of older black adults, who are at greater risk of Alzheimer’s. With nearly twice the rate of dementia as whites, blacks are at a higher risk for developing diseases like Alzheimer’s, but there has been little research on how to reduce this racial health disparity. Now, a new study in black participants with mild cognitive impairment – often a precursor to dementia – shows that a method for increasing activity can reduce the risk of future memory loss. The method helps participants increase their social, cognitive, and/or physical activity. “Stay busy and use your mind. Physicians often deliver this common sense advice, but advice is rarely sufficient to change behavior,” said the study’s senior author psychologist Barry Rovner, who sees patients and conducts research at Jefferson. “We see higher rates of cognitive decline and dementia in black than in white communities,” says Dr. Rovner. A number of factors can account for the disparity, including higher rates of medical conditions that are associated with cognitive decline like diabetes and hypertension, as well as differences in health beliefs, health literacy, and access to healthy foods, safe neighborhoods, and medical care. Currently there is no medical treatment to prevent cognitive decline. This study highlights the need for culturally competent treatments to reduce the burden of dementia for all Americans — Barry Rovner “This study provides the first evidence that we can prevent memory decline in this high-risk population, and help people maintain independence,” said Dr. Rovner. The results of this randomized, controlled clinical study were published in JAMA Neurology. The researchers used a method called Behavioral Activation, pioneered in patients with depression, which helps participants increase cognitive, physical or social activity by guiding them through goal setting and action planning. In this study, community health workers from the black community helped participants set their action plans. If participants didn’t meet their self-defined goals, the community health workers helped them break down goals to smaller actionable steps. It was also important that participants chose their own goals – ones they had an interest in achieving. One study subject chose to relearn chess, another to play guitar, others to dance or re-join a church group. (For tips on applying this technique with your loved ones, read our how-to piece.) The intervention worked remarkably well. The researchers showed that Behavioral Activation reduced the risk of cognitive decline by 88 percent compared to the group who received a “sugar pill” or placebo intervention. The placebo group had a 9.3 percent incidence of memory decline over the two years, whereas participants who received Behavioral Therapy saw only a 1.2 percent occurrence of decline in memory based on a battery of standardized cognitive tests. The researchers attribute much of the success of the study to being sensitive of the needs of the black community. “It was important to work with clinical coordinators who were black, in order to help overcome the understandable hesitation about engaging in a research study,” says co-author and geriatric psychologist Robin Casten, at Jefferson. “Our colleagues helped participants feel at ease and unjudged. They provided racially sensitive education and had respect for the participant’s values and self-selected treatment goals.” “Currently there is no medical treatment to prevent cognitive decline. This study highlights the need for culturally competent treatments to reduce the burden of dementia for all Americans,” says Dr. Rovner. “It’s unacceptable that African American patients are twice as likely as white patients to develop dementia,” says Stephen K. Klasko, President of Thomas Jefferson University and CEO of Jefferson Health. “It’s not only important to address bias in care delivery but we also need to research – with dignity and without judgement – the interventions that can start to close this gap. Dr. Rovner’s research is a model for a step in the right direction.” You can find a more detailed version of this article here. Center City, College of Life Sciences, Science, Sidney Kimmel Medical College University’s XR Initiative Aims to Guide Academics Into Virtual Future Digital-learning team launches outreach efforts to energize students and faculty. “Beyond the Bench” – A Journey Through Science Mysteries From detective shows to decoding genetic data - how a Jefferson alum found her way to the world of computational research.

Home / News / NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says “it’s time to get a new stadium done” for Buffalo Bills NFL commissioner Roger Goodell says “it’s time to get a new stadium done” for Buffalo Bills The Buffalo Bills time in western New York has an expiration date, with the team’s 10-year lease at Highmark Stadium expiring in 2023. That is, unless things go according to NFL commissioner Roger Goodell’s plans. Goodell spoke about keeping the Bills in Buffalo, just in a new stadium, at Jim Kelly’s celebrity golf tournament, according to ESPN. “You’ve got to think long-term here,” Goodell said. “This has been going on for decades, and it’s time to get a new stadium done that we can make sure the Bills are here and successful for many, many decades going forward…That’s what this is all about and that’s where we’re focusing.” A general view of Highmark Stadium during Buffalo Bills training camp on July 31, 2021 in Orchard Park, New York. Roger Goodell believes that a new stadium is necessary to keep the Bills in western New York. This is not the first time Goodell has discussed the Bills’ stadium. Those discussions date back to the 1990s, when, even then, he knew that renovations would be an expensive and temporary fix to Highmark Stadium. “I think a new stadium is what’s needed,” Goodell said. “I think it’s going to require a public, private partnership. I think the Bills, the community and the NFL are all going to have to come together and do that in a smart way.” NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell, speaking during the 2021 Draft, is supportive of a new stadium being built in Buffalo for the Bills. Erie County, the state of New York and Pegula Sports and Entertainment (PSE) met in May to negotiate a possible new stadium, with Bills’ owners Kim and Terry Pegula not wanting to spend money out of pocket to renovate the county-owned stadium. Highmark Stadium, which opened in 1973, is one of the oldest stadiums in the NFL. While the county committed $227 million toward extensive renovations in 2013, further necessary repairs and modern-day upgrades are projected to cost upwards of $1 billion. Jim Wilkinson, a spokesperson for PSE, told WKBW-TV in Buffalo that talks about renovating the stadium were “over.” “The stadium has a lot of problems,” Wilkinson said. “It’s 50 years old and independent engineering study says the upper deck is going to have to be replaced – $500 million, the electrical will have to be replaced, the water systems have to be replaced, the ring wall is in jeopardy.” PSE’s proposal for an entirely new stadium calls for a $1.4 billion stadium, funded by a public-private partnership. PSE and the county are reportedly in negotiations over the exact split. The Pegulas plan to build the new stadium across the street from Highmark Stadium, so that the team remains close to the Bills’ training facility. It’s unlikely that the Pegulas would want the Bills to leave Buffalo after spending $18 million to build a training center. They also purchased the team in 2014 with a strict no-relocation clause in its lease at Highmark Stadium. Now, Wilkinson has put the onus on Erie County to decide if they want to keep the Bills in western New York. “The Pegulas have made a proposal,” Wilkinson said. “They would like to put it right there [in Orchard Park] and we need to hear back. You can’t really do plans and designs on things until you have a deal, and right now the city of Buffalo and the state are going to have to decide if they want a team.” Contact Alyssa Hertel at ahertel@usatoday.com or on Twitter @AlyssaHertel. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Roger Goodell sides with Buffalo Bills on need to build new stadium Read more: https://sports.yahoo.com/nfl-commissioner-roger-goodell-says-131029708.html?src=rss Riddell NFL Indianapolis Colts Speed Mini Football $39.50 YouTheFan NFL Baltimore Ravens Boaster Stainless $24.99 Rongmei Universal Vehicle Cup Holder Insert $9.99 $8.99 Officially Licensed NFL Miami Dolphins Topliner $40.00 MasterPieces NFL Cincinnati Bengals Collector Edition $9.52 Cheating is Encouraged: A Hard-Nosed History

Myrtos Beach Myrtos beach is located on the west coast of Kefalonia, only 9km away from the village of Agia Efimia, 25km from Fiskardo and about 40km from Argostoli. You can reach the Myrtos beach by winding road, to the foothill. It is surrounded by imposing rocks that make you feel all the power of a natural and wild environment while you are here. Myrtos is one of the most photographed beaches on the Ionian coast, a symbol of Kefalonia and you can find it at the top of the list of the most beautiful beaches of Greece. The color of the sea on this beach varies from dark blue to milky blue and turquoise. This beach in 2014 suffered in a major earthquake that hit the western side of the island. Fortunately for all the tourists, the beach was quickly cleaned from the stones that had been brought to it by the creek, and the road to the beach was repaired. The beach is mostly pebble, and in the middle and at the entrance to the sea there is a tiny white sand. The length of the beach is about 700m and the width is about 100m. On the left side of the beach there is a small cave in the water that makes a beautiful shade in hot summer days. On this beach, the wind often blows in the afternoon, and creates great waves. The beach is not suitable for young children because the depth is abrupt and large and the currents are strong. The beach is not organized, although in the central part from time to time there is a bar with showers and toilets, as well as umbrellas and sunbeds for rent. During the summer season of 2017, Myrtos Beach had only a small number of umbrellas and sunbeds for rent. There is a parking space near the beach, but it is small in relation to the number of visitors, so it is very often to happen not to find a parking space during the season if you don’t arrive early. Except by car, the beach can be reached by boat as well, but also by a local bus that arrives from Argostoli at 10 am, while the return is every Monday and Wednesday at 17.15 and the other days at 16.30. The price is 1.5e. It is important to note that the buses drive only to the village of Divarata, from where it is necessary to walk 2.5 km to the beach. Published: 09.10.2017. Last updated: 25.12.2020. Accommodation close to this beach Minas Apartments Divarata, kefalonia Egialion House Argostoli, kefalonia Panorama Fanari Studios & Apartments Rouchotas Apartments Oskars Studios & Apartments Lassi, kefalonia Olivera Mladenov28.06.2022 13:10:28 Ove godine, 2022. postoji plažni mobilijar, restoran, toaleti i kabine.Plaza je veoma posećena, nema dovoljno mobilijara i pretoplo je.Lepa plaza, ali se na njoj ne treba previše zadržavati. Popular From Same Category Sani beach Porto Valitsa - a hidden bay in Kassandra Makryammos beach Alyki beach

By Henry Rose, BBC Sport Portugal’s Cristiano Ronaldo is the one you’ll be pronouncing as – “CURN-NAH”. Not the “CSON-NAH”. That’s the Latin word for rain, and there’s been more than a bit of it in the run-up to Sunday’s Ballon d’Or, where Ronaldo will again battle Argentina’s Lionel Messi for the top honour after 11 years of supremacy. Last year, Messi took the trophy with 25.5% of the vote to Ronaldo’s 25.1% – a result disputed by some who feel Messi was robbed. But five-time Ballon d’Or winner Ronaldo, 30, now in his third season at Paris St-Germain, is so desperate to win that he has got it in his head that his latest is the one. “I have made up my mind who is going to win,” he said at a school in France on Thursday. “I can’t wait to wake up on Sunday morning. I’ll go to sleep later and will wake up the winner. It doesn’t feel any different to the previous years.” But is Ronaldo’s back-room team telling him he has no chance? Ronaldo is surrounded by protective staff in Paris to ensure he doesn’t act recklessly, like when he punched Real Madrid team-mate Sergio Ramos during a match last season. The president of Cristiano Ronaldo’s ‘red glove’ security firm has confirmed he and the star’s wife are tipped for a move to Monaco There is also a false nail clipper to trim Ronaldo’s hair, a TV monitor behind his chair and an extra toilet for him in the shiny Louis Vuitton offices on his famous superyacht in Madeira. For his part, Ronaldo has denied a move to Monaco is in the pipeline, describing it as a “rumour”. The three-time Ballon d’Or winner’s financial adviser Fabio Toscani has also put the kibosh on any interest in his client. Ronaldo signed a three-year contract extension with Real Madrid last summer that should keep him in Spain until 2022, but he may not hang around for too long. The Portuguese has continued to score goals at an astonishing rate of between three and four in each season in the last four, but he is no longer among the top five in La Liga. Ronaldo – ‘old and fat’ While Ronaldo might not be receiving the accolades he was for so long – Messi, Neymar and Luis Suarez are in the running for this year’s World Player of the Year – he’s still going. Last season, he had the No 1 jersey as he moved to another Champions League club, PSG. Even in football’s greatest competition, it is highly unlikely he will get the ballon d’or after Guardiola’s side added trophies at the Ligue 1 and Champions League levels this season. “I’m 10 minutes into this press conference and we’re already talking about [who’s going to win the Ballon d’Or],” said Ronaldo. City midfielder David Silva, now 33, tells BBC Sport he was young when he won it and wasn’t around to celebrate “With Messi it’s a tough contest because he’s pretty much in all competitions and in every single minute he’s a magnificent player. “The World Player of the Year is always the toughest award for any player to win.” After winning the World Cup and Euro 2016 with Portugal, with just 25 goals between them, Ronaldo and Messi make more use of their squads. Ronaldo has one main striker in Neymar – playing in central midfield has freed up his attacking options in attack, so there is a less of an imbalance in attack. The pair are world-class players but why should Ronaldo be allowed to play more in midfield? “It would be great,” suggested Nicolas Anelka, the former Arsenal and Manchester City striker. A 30-year-old in central midfield in 2017. But not in front of an attack that is currently without the injured Ederson (injured) and goalkeeper Claudio Bravo (not seen since the World Cup). With someone like Marquinhos, 19, playing most of the games, it makes sense to give him the chance to play alongside some of Europe’s finest. His team-mate Bernardo Silva agrees, saying: “I wouldn’t mind if he played me out of position, that would be good for me.” Categories politics Tags business, influenza, tennis, video recordings, downloads and streaming Will a woman who was coerced into marrying turn up at a man’s wedding with her own suicide suit? Daily reading: NEM, Ariana Grande’s glass eyes and Mike Sargent Woods puts down first shot in tournament in Bahamas Gene Kelly ‘always been famous’ only fitting for Walk of Fame – or a family Crackle’s new shows ‘The Oath’ and ‘The Oath: Los Angeles’ Here’s why you should exercise to lose weight NYC shooting spree continues The electric cars fueling business strategy

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Bono Pressure to look macho stopped me from admitting love of Abba U2 frontman Bono has said the pressure to look “macho” as a young man stopped him from admitting he enjoyed the music of Abba. The singer, 62, said he did not have the “courage” to “own up” to liking the Swedish pop superstars but now was able to see that “you can’t be empirical about everything in art”. Bono spoke alongside guitarist The Edge, 61, during an hour-long special for BBC Radio 2’s Piano Room, where they played songs from their new album Songs Of Surrender. The Edge said: “We’re big fans of this Scandinavian band, appreciators of their work in a way that grew over years. “We are fans of the Bee Gees, which people wouldn’t have imagined. “We’re fans of lots of great songwriters who aren’t necessarily seen as very hip, and I guess we’re just appreciators of their work.” Bono said he had told one of their current recording band “that I didn’t have the courage to own up to this next band when I was 16 in the middle of punk rock. “But I did get to The Bee Gees and I was ready to own up to (the songs) Massachusetts and Tragedy – I mean these are just crazy good.” He said John Lennon had also been vocal about his love of the The Bee Gees before adding: “But there’s a bit of a macho ‘I don’t want to own up to Abba’. “But I’ll tell you what, they’re just better songs. You can’t be empirical about everything in art.” Bono said the music of Abba was like “the national anthem for young mothers” when they were growing up around Dublin in the 1970s. He added: “Certainly at closing time at our local pub, often young women would sing Thank You For The Music, and I would sing it and I was very thankful for the music. “But I was like, what is this phenomenon? This is before their musicals and all that. What is going on with Abba?” He also recalled inviting Abba co-songwriter Benny Andersson on stage with U2 during a show in Stockholm in 1992, joking that they had “murdered” the track Dancing Queen with their cover. Listen to the Piano Room session on BBC Sounds and BBC iPlayer. Gregor Townsend believes Scotland can cope without Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg Gregor Townsend is confident Scotland will be able to cope without influential backs Finn Russell and Stuart Hogg for Saturday’s Guinness Six Nations match at home to Italy. The experienced pair are missing through injuries that forced them off in the closing stages of last weekend’s defeat by Ireland. Blair Kinghorn will replace Russell at stand-off and Ollie Smith will take the place of full-back Hogg, as was the case in one of last summer’s Tests against Argentina. Asked if […]

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Home/Law Firm/California Labor Law Digest – Your Guide To Understanding The Latest Laws And Regulations In The Golden State California Labor Law Digest – Your Guide To Understanding The Latest Laws And Regulations In The Golden State 2017 California Labor Law Digest 57th Edition YouTube from www.youtube.com As the largest state in the US, California is home to some of the most comprehensive labor laws in the country. With regulations that cover almost every aspect of employment, from minimum wage to discrimination to overtime pay, it can be difficult to keep up with all the rules and regulations, especially if you’re a business owner in the Golden State. That’s why the California Labor Law Digest was created – to keep you informed about the latest developments in labor laws. What is the California Labor Law Digest? The California Labor Law Digest is an online resource created by the California Department of Labor that is updated regularly to keep you informed on the latest labor laws. This digest includes short summaries of labor laws, frequently asked questions (FAQs), and links to more detailed resources. It’s the perfect resource for business owners, HR professionals, and anyone else looking to stay informed on California’s labor laws. What Topics Does the California Labor Law Digest Cover? The California Labor Law Digest covers a wide range of topics, including: minimum wage and overtime requirements, discrimination and harassment laws, workplace safety laws, meal and rest break requirements, worker’s compensation laws, unemployment insurance laws, and more. The digest is regularly updated to keep you informed on any changes to the laws, so you can be sure that you’re always up-to-date. Who Can Benefit from the California Labor Law Digest? The California Labor Law Digest is a great resource for business owners, HR professionals, and anyone else who needs to stay informed on the latest labor laws. The digest includes short summaries of the laws, as well as links to more detailed resources, so you can get the information you need quickly and easily. The digest is also updated regularly, so you know you’re always getting the most up-to-date information. How Can I Access the California Labor Law Digest? The California Labor Law Digest is available online, free of charge. You can access the digest by visiting the California Department of Labor’s website. Once you’re there, simply click on the “Labor Law Digest” link and you’ll be taken to the digest page. You can then browse the digest by topic or use the search bar to quickly find the information you need. The California Labor Law Digest is an invaluable resource for anyone looking to stay informed on the latest labor laws. The digest includes short summaries of the laws, as well as links to more detailed resources, so you can get the information you need quickly and easily. Plus, the digest is updated regularly to ensure that you’re always getting the most up-to-date information. So if you’re a business owner, HR professional, or anyone else who needs to stay informed on the latest labor laws, the California Labor Law Digest is the perfect resource for you. california digest labor Gravis Law Tacoma: Delivering Quality Legal Services To The Tacoma Area The Benefits Of Mgc Law In Atlanta Ginarte Law Firm Elizabeth Nj – Quality Legal Services Geron Crumley – The Top Attorney At Law In 2023 Annie Ferrick – A Highly Rated Lawyer In 2023

Tim Lenihan Proposes Bill for Group Hunting and Fishing Licenses Tim Lenihan, a combat veteran and dedicated Northwest Steelheaders member, testified in front of the Senate Veterans Committee on November 20, 2019, to propose a draft bill (LC 55) that would benefit Oregon hunters and anglers by reducing the financial burden of licensing on disadvantaged groups. Similar to a program already implemented in Washington, the draft bill calls for a program wherein the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife would issue group hunting, angling, and shellfish licenses to qualifying non-profit programs. Group licenses would be granted to organizations providing support to veterans, active service members, underprivileged and at-risk youth, and those that are hospitalized or have disabilities, among others. Currently, participants are required to purchase licenses for hunting and fishing programs themselves. Keith Hyde’s Mission: Bring New Faces to Fishing Hyde’s perspective on life and his passion for fishing changed after a long fight with stage four squamous cell cancer, which is a form of throat cancer. As a survivor, he began to more deeply consider his role in the world and the legacy he wants to leave behind. “I started thinking to myself, like, Why me? With this low survivability rate? I'm no one. I'm no one special. I'm no different than any other person. So why did God choose me to survive? I have no idea. But I felt like there has to be some reason.” He paused for a moment before continuing, “I truly believe now that the reason is to promote the outdoors, to take people fishing, to enhance fisheries to provide opportunities for people to fish down the road. So now that's what I tried to do. That's kind of my deal. And I try to drag as many people along with me as I can.” When Forests Burn, Do Salmon Suffer? For millions of years, fires have served as a source of natural regeneration in western U.S. forests. The fires salmon experienced before the widespread settlement of the west, however, were very different from the increasingly common catastrophic megafires they face today. Fueled by a century of fire suppression and drought, the wildfires that raged through the west this year wreaked havoc on many communities. Salmon communities may be some of the quickest to bounce back. A Year in Review: Making Strides in 2020 with Your Dedicated Support If 2020 has taught us anything, it’s that our community of recreational anglers is resilient. Your overwhelming support for our campaigns and programs proved that, as a community, we can adapt to change, support one another from a safe distance, and push for bold conservation goals. Through it all, you made fighting for the survival of salmon and steelhead a priority. High Water and Small Creeks: Winter Steelhead Fishing on Oregon’s North Coast It was the beginning of what would be a turbulent year, but the only thing on my mind last January was how I was going to catch a steelhead during an almost month-long high-water event. All the rivers within my reach were blown out (too murky to fish) and many were flooded. As a dedicated winter steelhead fisherman, however, I wasn’t about to let that stop me. I came up with a plan to scout out potential tributaries at a higher elevation in the watershed than the main rivers, knowing they would be the first bodies of water to clear up.

Alex commits, says he can’t wait to put a ring on George A. King III Social Links for George A. King III TAMPA — How many times have you heard a player say winning a World Series ring is the only reason he plays baseball? Then, more often than you would think, the ring is stored in a safety deposit box and the diamonds rarely get a chance to shine in the light. But when Alex Rodriguez gets his 2009 World Series ring, he plans on wearing it. After all, he waited 15 years to get sized. FANTASY TRACKER DRAFT GUIDE “I am going to wear it,” Rodriguez said with a big smile yesterday before launching a monster homer over the left-field scoreboard during a 6-2 win over the Tigers at George M. Steinbrenner Field. “I can’t wait to get it.” The Yankees are hoping the rings are ready to be given out on April 13 at their home opener against the Angels. Sergio Mitre and Chad Gaudin, who are now battling for the last spot on the Yankees’ pitching staff instead of the fifth starter’s position, were slated to pitch against the Rays last night in Port Charlotte, Fla., in the nightcap of a split-squad doubleheader. Neither has a guaranteed contract and one could be dealt before Opening Day. Damaso Marte, who took a Ryan Howard liner off his back on Wednesday, plans to pitch tomorrow. When the Yankees inked Marcus Thames to a minor league contract, they believed his ability to hit lefties would enable him to make the club and play left field against southpaws. Nothing has changed, even if Thames is batting .120 (3-for-25) and leading the team with nine strikeouts. “He has had good at-bats,” manager Joe Girardi said “I don’t get caught up in the numbers. It’s a small sample.” Though Thames likely will make the club no matter how low his average dips, Jon Weber has no shot at sticking. Signed to a minor league contract after hitting .302 with 14 homers and 69 RBIs last year for Triple-A Durham in the Rays’ system, the well-traveled, left-handed-hitting outfielder is sizzling with a .588 (10-for-17) average. Even the 32-year-old’s outs have been loud. “He has been swinging the bat extremely well,” said Girardi, who admitted there is no room for Weber, who has never tasted the big leagues in 11 professional seasons and spent parts of four years playing in independent leagues. “He has been through everything, being released and independent ball. He is having a great spring for us.” Major League Baseball is on the Yankees’ case again for the length of their games. MLB called the Yankees, who played the longest nine-inning games on average last season (3:08, according to STATS LLC), Red Sox and Dodgers to tell them to speed up. “We have hitters that see a lot of pitches, that’s going to be a part of it,” Girardi said. “We do whatever we can. We tell the players what to do, but if you’re going to score runs and see lots of pitches and there’s pitching changes, the game’s going to be longer.” Read Next Longoria leads Rays to 6-2 win over Yankees Yankees Games Detroit Tigers at New York Yankees New York Yankees at Washington Nationals New York Yankees at St. Louis Cardinals Minnesota Twins at New York Yankees New York Yankees at Baltimore Orioles

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Many Australian Tradesmen Handling Asbestos Improperly A study done for Safe Work Australia also showed that many in the country's trades do not follow standard safety precautions to protect themselves against exposure to asbestos fibers. Safe Work Australia released a study Feb. 15 that indicates many Australian tradesmen do not comply with basic precautions to protect themselves and others against exposure to asbestos fibers as they work. Eighty-five percent of the trades members who were surveyed by Barry Pratt & Associates Pty Ltd. are self-employed. Most of them were aware of the potential health risks of asbestos, but many did not know how to recognize asbestos or control the risks when working with it. Few work premises had labeled materials or areas containing asbestos, the survey found. While almost all workers surveyed "thought they could protect themselves from the risk of asbestos, . . . the overall level of compliance with safety procedures was much lower than was estimated by these workers," according to the report, which said 41 percent of the respondents said they inappropriately dispose of asbestos and contaminated materials. Fortunately, atmospheric monitoring of a limited number of selected work tasks showed that all exposures were below the current Workplace Exposure Standard. The use of asbestos has been banned in Australia since 2003, but many older building contain the material. "It is concerning that although tradespeople have a high level of awareness and confidence in being able to protect themselves, this is not matched with the use of necessary safety precautions when working with asbestos," Safe Work Australia Chair Tom Phillips said when he released the 86-page report, "Asbestos Exposure and Compliance Study of Construction and Maintenance Workers." "The results of this study will be used to inform effective strategies to eliminate, or reduce, worker exposure to asbestos," Phlllips said. "Local, state, and federal governments must work together to improve worker education and information on asbestos, particularly the development of practical advice on how workers can protect themselves from exposure to asbestos, and on safe asbestos removal and disposal. This will help to reduce both individual suffering and the substantial cost to families and the community." Respondents were asked what they do with their respirators/dust masks when their work with asbestos-containing materials is done. More than half (32 of 56 respondents) said they throw it away with ordinary waste, and 7 percent said they reuse it. Only 36 percent said they dispose of it along with asbestos waste.

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Dhabab Resort in Quriyat to open in 2020 Blog Editor March 24, 2019 The minister told reporters that the Dhabab Resort is distinctive and internationally managed. “An agreement has been signed with Melia International, one of the world’s leading companies in the management and operation of hotels,” he mentioned. He added that Oman has been in a position to attract international businesses in the management of hotel facilities. “This is evidence of investors’ confidence in the sultanate. This will be an addition to the tourism sector in the sultanate when it opens.” Abdul Razzaq Ali Issa al Sabbagh, a single of the project partners, mentioned, “This is the first 5-star resort being built in Quriyat, between Muscat and Sur. Around 60 per cent construction is complete and it is expected to be fully complete in the first quarter of 2020.” He added that the project is situated in a important location that needs tourist resorts. “The resort has an advantage of being close to Najm park, Wadi al Arbaeen, Wadi Shab and Wadi Dayqah. It is also a tourist destination for lovers of water sports, water skiing, diving, fishing and other activities.” He added that the resort consists of 92 rooms with sea and mountain views, such as 24 chalets overlooking the sea straight, and consists of 3 luxury suites and 5 extra suites, and offers several facilities for guests, such as two swimming pools, a wellness club and squash court. The resort will be managed by Melia Group, a worldwide hotel management group that is a single of the biggest hotel operators in Europe and the third biggest in the globe. Sabbagh mentioned, “The style of the resort will advantage from the neighborhood atmosphere, whilst benefiting from the ecological beauty of the area and the beach, which is in harmony with the atmosphere in this stunning spot with its coastline from Quriyat to Sur,” he mentioned. He mentioned it is a important project that will boost domestic tourism in the sultanate, which is expanding swiftly, exactly where the neighborhood tourism is essential, as the statistics mentioned that the domestic tourism is 70 per cent. During the pay a visit to an agreement was signed in between the resort and the operators of the hotel. Previous WHO calls for action on World Tuberculosis Day Next 84% MENA youths really feel private sector will continue to develop

Exploring the Relationship Between Omega-3 and Sleep by OmegaQuant | Mar 19, 2020 | Brain Health, EPA & DHA, Omega-3s, Research The statistics are staggering. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) says “insufficient sleep is a public health epidemic.” In America alone, more than 50 million Americans suffer from over 80 different sleep disorders according to the American Sleep Apnea Association. That doesn’t count another 20 to 30 million people who experience intermittent sleep problems in America each year. And if we’re talking globally, some estimate that more than half the world’s population is getting less sleep than we need. Some common sleep disorders include sleep apnea (pauses in breathing while you sleep), narcolepsy (excessive daytime sleepiness), insomnia (an inability to initiate or maintain sleep) and restless leg syndrome (an unpleasant creeping sensation in the legs that makes falling asleep difficult). Add to that a few more: REM sleep behavioral problems, nightmares, and sleepwalking. These numbers matter because insufficient sleep has been linked with chronic diseases and conditions such as cardiovascular disease, type 2 diabetes, obesity and depression. Think of sleep as the oil you put in your car. Without oil, your car will eventually break down. Without sleep, your body will do the same. You need proper sleep—both in terms of quality and quantity—to get the most out of your mental, emotional and physical capabilities. Studies on the benefits of quality sleep, the need for sufficient sleep, and the risks of not sleeping are abundant. VIDEO: What Role Do Omega 3s Play in the Brain? At OmegaQuant, we’re specifically interested in the relationship between healthy diet and sleep, and even more specifically, we’re watching as a body of evidence is emerging for what the science has to say about the roles of omega-3s EPA and DHA and sleep. You likely have similar questions: Will omega-3 help me sleep; is there a relationship between omega-3 and REM sleep; and can omega-3 cause sleep problems? This is our first blog exploring the role of omega-3 and sleep quality. But it certainly won’t be the last. And while we can’t answer all of these questions in this first blog, we can start to tell you what we know. But first a little brain/sleep anatomy.= Sleep’s Anatomy Several structures within the brain are connected with sleep. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes is a great resource for the following brain and sleep breakdown. There’s the suprachiasmatic nucleus—clusters of thousands of cells within the hypothalamus—that use information received from the eyes about light exposure to control behavioral rhythm, including circadian rhythms. Then there’s the hypothalamus itself, which acts as control central for sleep and arousal. The brain stem talks to the hypothalamus to manage the transitions between wake and sleep. This part of the brain also sends signals to relax our muscles, which plays a role in the rapid-eye movement (REM) stage of sleep. The amygdala processes emotions, which become increasingly active during REM sleep. The thalamus has a dual role. During REM sleep, it sends images, sounds and other sensations to the cerebral cortex, creating our dreams. But throughout the other stages of sleep, the thalamus settles down, tuning out the external world. The pineal gland increases the production of the hormone melatonin, which helps you fall asleep when the lights fade. Near the front and bottom of the brain, the basal forebrain promotes sleep and wakefulness, working with its partner, the midbrain which acts as an arousal system. New Study Finds Correlation Between Sleep, Diet, and Heart Disease The relationship between poor diet and an increased risk of cardiovascular disease is well-established, and the need for a good night’s sleep as a pillar of healthy living is also a given. Now, a new study offers further insight about the intertwined relationship between sleep quality and eating patterns and points out the specific impact these two factors can have on the risk for heart disease. The study was conducted by researchers at Columbia University Irving Medical Center as part of the AHA Go Red for Women prospective cohort study and published last month in the Journal of the American Heart Association. The study analyzed the self-reported dietary habits and sleep quality of an ethnically diverse population of 495 women ranging in age from 20 to 76, concluding that “poor sleep quality was associated with greater food intake and lower-quality diet, which can increase cardiovascular disease risk.” According to the study authors, few studies have examined the connection between foods linked to the risk of cardiovascular disease and sleep quality, which includes the ability to fall asleep and stay asleep, as well as disordered patterns of sleep such as insomnia. Among the study findings, women who took longer to fall asleep had higher caloric intake and ate more food by weight. In addition, those with more severe insomnia symptoms ate more food by weight and fewer unsaturated fats than those with milder insomnia. BLOG: How Omega-3s Might Help Break the Viscous Cycle of Anxiety Brooke Aggarwal, Ed.D., M.S., Columbia University Irving Medical Center, and the study’s senior author, interpreted the results this way: “Women with poor quality sleep could be overeating during subsequent meals and making more unhealthy food choices.” From a mechanistic standpoint, the study authors explained “One way in which poor sleep quality may lead to excessive food and energy intake is through stimulating hunger and/or suppressing satiety signals.” They further noted that “insomnia can influence activity in the hippocampus, a region of the brain involved in the regulation of food intake, which could have downstream effects on eating behaviors. It could be the case that women with insomnia consume a greater amount of food in an effort to feel sated.” In the study, those women with worse overall sleep quality consumed more of the added sugars associated with obesity and diabetes, a study finding similar to other studies of sleep and diet. A finding contrary to the authors’ own hypotheses was that sleep quality was inversely related to total fat intake and not associated with saturated fat intake. The study authors point out that this finding also diverged from studies on sleep duration and architecture, which found that shorter and lighter sleep relate to greater total fat and saturated fat intakes, respectively. However, it is notable, say the study authors, “that good sleep quality in this sample was also related to higher unsaturated fat intake; consumption of polyunsaturated fatty acids, for instance, can reduce CVD risk. If a large proportion of calories from fat are in the form of unsaturated fat, as is the case in this cohort, current results would support a relation between good sleep quality and a healthier dietary fatty acid profile.” Omega-3 DHA Levels Associated with Improved Sleep Outcomes in Mexican Adolescents Experts recommend teenagers get between 8-10 hours of sleep per night and that children from ages 6-13 need 9-11 hours. These populations typically do not meet these guidelines, making a new study from researchers at the University of Michigan School of Public Health, Mexico’s National Council for Science and Technology, and Mexico’s National Institute of Public Health, worth taking a closer look at. Published in March in The Journal of Nutrition, the study concludes that “Plasma DHA was associated with earlier sleep timing and longer weekend sleep duration in Mexican adolescents.” That’s potential good news for parents who are concerned that their adolescent children are not getting to bed early enough and not consistently getting the amount of sleep that’s recommended. The study investigated whether plasma concentrations of the omega-3 fatty acid DHA were related to sleep timing and duration in adolescents. Using a subset of the ongoing ELEMENT cohort study, the sample included 405 adolescents in Mexico City, ages 9-17, who had actigraphy-assessed sleep as well as plasma measures of long-chain fatty acids. BLOG: New Reviews Encourage More Seafood Consumption During Pregnancy & Childhood for Its Brain Health Benefits According to the scientists, “Adolescents with lower concentrations of plasma DHA (specifically, those in the 2nd quartile) had an approximately 45-minute later sleep midpoint compared with the adolescents with the highest concentrations of DHA.” Although DHA was not associated with sleep duration during the week, “it was associated with a 30-minute longer sleep duration on weekends, when sleep time is less likely to be restricted by school or work obligations,” advised the researchers. “Given that even a 20-30 minute increase in sleep duration can be beneficial for children in terms of emotional control and academic outcomes, the magnitudes of the reported associations are clinically meaningful and suggest a potential role of dietary omega-3 DHA in promoting healthy sleep among adolescents,” they said. The researchers discussed some study limitations, including their concern that because plasma DHA concentrations in the study population were relatively low, the findings might not be generalizable to other populations beyond Latin America. They also noted that the study does not prove causation, and suggest that “whether DHA supplementation, as part of a comprehensive sleep hygiene intervention (which includes maintaining consistent bedtime routines), could benefit sleep during the adolescent transitional period deserves investigation in randomized trials.” VIDEO: What Studies Have Been Done to Link Mom’s Omega 3 Status With Baby’s Brain Health Tips for Good Sleep We’ve come a long way from the days of being told to just count sheep to send us to dreamland. With countless conversations on social media sites and a plethora of website, magazine articles and blogs interested in the topic of sleep quality, we’ve got options for solutions that range from tech-savvy (there’s an app for that!) to machines (most notably the CPAP for sleep apnea sufferers) and from prescribed medications that can treat anxiety, depression and stress (all factors that can trigger insomnia and other sleep issues) to more natural remedies. Besides the potential role that omega-3 EPA and DHA might play, there are several other dietary supplements that can be considered for sleep support. Melatonin, a naturally occurring hormone, can help regulate your sleep and wake cycles and is particularly popular with those traveling by plane to different time zones. Valerian root is an herbal supplement that can help you get to sleep and stay asleep. Chamomile, an herb found in supplements or teas, can be useful for insomnia. Kava kava is a plant extract used in teas or supplements and is thought to have a calming effect to help relieve stress and anxiety. It’s advisable to talk with your healthcare practitioner about these products to avoid any drug/supplement/food interactions and determine appropriate use. The cannabis plant has a long history of use as a sleep aid known for its relaxation properties. Medical marijuana (in states where it’s legal) and CBD/hemp products are fast-becoming mainstream as consumers are demonstrating a growing demand for the benefits of these products. For those seeking a holistic approach, meditation, yoga, Pilates and practicing mindfulness can quiet the mind, increase focus and reduce stress while biofeedback, acupuncture, therapeutic massage and other techniques used to relax muscles may also help with sleep problems. It should be no surprise that regular exercise can help improve sleep quality, but experts suggest giving yourself a cut-off from high-intensity workouts of at least two to three hours before bedtime in order to allow your body to calm down. Satisfying sex before drifting off may be the exception, as hormones released during sex may help you relax, release stress and actually help you fall asleep. There are also some everyday practical tips for restful sleep. These include: 1) stick to a sleep routine (go to bed and get up at the same time seven days a week); 2) avoid alcohol, caffeine and heavy meals in the evening; 3) don’t bring your work to bed (remember, no stress!) and shut down your devices (cell phone, computer, tablets) about an hour before you’re ready to go to fall asleep. And of course, remember that diet impacts everything health-related, including sleep. With the National Institutes of Health predicting that by the middle of the 21st century more than 100 million Americans will have difficulty falling asleep, at Omega Quant, as the research evolves around omega-3 EPA and DHA, we’ll continue to help answer the question: Can omega-3 improve sleep? BLOG: The Omega-3 Index Boosted by Growing Interest In Personalized Nutrition Most Popular Blogs of 2020 Can B Vitamins Help You Sleep? Can Low Vitamin D Cause Fatigue? What’s the Best Time to Take Your Fish Oil Supplement?

T’zun T' Ta Ti Ts Homeworld: Dao Prime, Basura’Tanoh Type: Cat Hybrid Life Expectancy: 1500 Earth Years Body Height: Up to 2 m Blood Color: Red Appearance: The T’zun, or also Kahjay’kah, as they call themselves, are cat hybrids from a human point of view. The basic body structure is humanoid, but they are upright walking cats of prey. They have claws, long tails, and muzzles with fangs. Their ancestors were perfect hunters, which is why they are carnivores by nature. Men and women differ in muscle mass, intelligence, and typical behavior patterns and characteristics. They have a very fast metabolism, more strength than humans and can actively use the Ki energies of their body. The color of their fur depends on the natural environment in which their ancestors lived. Brown tones and dots are more for savannahs, white tones are more for mountains and stripes and dark or reddish tones are more useful for jungle areas. But there are also bluish and greenish T’zun that have been born on Aeya for several centuries. Long ago, the T’zun people were not unlike the human race. They exploited their planet, polluted the environment and the term “sustainability” was found only among eco-hippies, who were rather smiled at. The result was that the ecosystem collapsed. Natural disasters, famines, disease epidemics, and the like were the result. Fortunately, they were already well advanced in space travel and had discovered another habitable world within the Aster-System a few decades earlier, Dao Prime. Until then, there had only been a few pilot project settlements and test sites. In the following one hundred years, they relocated their entire population there. They have fully automated all production processes and all trade. Machines, computers and their life optimizers, they also like to call them Lifebots, make this possible. They do all the work that is required in their society. This means that nobody has to go to work. Everything they do serves the spiritual science or the improvement of their lives. T’zun can have everything they want without having to work for it. There is no currency there. For this reason, they devote themselves to martial arts, social projects, their spirituality, science or other fields of progress or unity. They are a very religious people. They always act in accordance with their faith. However, they do not refer to the theism that is common among humans and pintans. Also, no ancestor worship or the like is comparable with it. Spirituality is their life. Since the beginning of time, their people have had the ability to bundle their own body energy and use it for various purposes. They call this power the Ki. However, this only works if they bring their body and mind into harmony. Greed, envy, anger and such emotions first pollute the mind and then the body. They spend much of their time overcoming these emotions. A greedy T’zun will not be able to use the Ki in the long run. It would also be a disgrace to him. They believe that the world, life, and existence itself is only energy and that each energy will return to its original state at the end of its journey. This process cannot and must not be enforced, because that would not be the nature of the matter. This also applies to life forms. They spend their lives following their nature. If they behave wrongly, it echoes in the form of negative vibrations in the galaxy and will return to them. The same is true of positive actions. Energies that they release will return to them in the same form. The T’zun are the most sophisticated race in the known galaxy, which is why they were asked to lead the Initiative. All species respect them, and apart from their first contact war with the Krodaa, there were no conflicts between them and any other race. They have an intimate relationship with humanity, whose development they have unintentionally influenced several times, including Asian culture and the Buddhist religion. Forest Roach Furyyk Omni Navigator All Series (202) The Commander (202) Main Characters (4) Side Characters (34) Technology & Magic (27) Weapons & Armors (7) Planets (62) Sectors & Systems (20) Species & Groups (23) ← Prev: Takesa Next: Synthium → The Commander Series If you are under 16 and wish to give consent to optional services, you must ask your legal guardians for permission. We use cookies and other technologies on our website. Some of them are essential, while others help us to improve this website and your experience. Personal data may be processed (e.g. IP addresses), for example for personalized ads and content or ad and content measurement. You can find more information about the use of your data in our privacy policy. Here you will find an overview of all cookies used. You can agree to whole categories or display further information and select specific cookies.

Old Human Cells Rejuvenated with Stem Cell Technology med.stanford.edu Old human cells return to a more youthful and vigorous state after being induced to briefly express a panel of proteins involved in embryonic development, according to a new study by researchers at the Stanford University School of Medicine. The researchers also found that elderly mice regained youthful strength after their existing muscle stem cells were subjected to the rejuvenating protein treatment and transplanted back into their bodies. The proteins, known as Yamanaka factors, are commonly used to transform an adult cell into what are known as induced pluripotent stem cells, or iPS cells. Induced pluripotent stem cells can become nearly any type of cell in the body, regardless of the cell from which they originated. They’ve become important in regenerative medicine and drug discovery. The study found that inducing old human cells in a lab dish to briefly express these proteins rewinds many of the molecular hallmarks of aging and renders the treated cells nearly indistinguishable from their younger counterparts. “When iPS cells are made from adult cells, they become both youthful and pluripotent,” said Vittorio Sebastiano, PhD, assistant professor of obstetrics and gynecology and the Woods Family Faculty Scholar in Pediatric Translational Medicine. “We’ve wondered for some time if it might be possible to simply rewind the aging clock without inducing pluripotency. Now we’ve found that, by tightly controlling the duration of the exposure to these protein factors, we can promote rejuvenation in multiple human cell types.” Sebastiano is the senior author of the study, which will be published online March 24 in Nature Communications. Former graduate student Tapash Sarkar, PhD, is the lead author of the article. “We are very excited about these findings,” said study co-author Thomas Rando, MD, PhD, professor of neurology and neurological sciences and the director of Stanford’s Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging. “My colleagues and I have been pursuing the rejuvenation of tissues since our studies in the early 2000s revealed that systemic factors can make old tissues younger. In 2012, Howard Chang and I proposed the concept of using reprogramming factors to rejuvenate cells and tissues, and it is gratifying to see evidence of success with this approach.” Chang, MD, PhD, is a professor of dermatology and of genetics at Stanford. Exposure to Proteins Researchers in Sebastiano’s laboratory make iPS cells from adult cells, such as those that compose skin, by repeatedly exposing them over a period of about two weeks to a panel of proteins important to early embryonic development. They do so by introducing daily, short-lived RNA messages into the adult cells. The RNA messages encode the instructions for making the Yamanaka proteins. Over time, these proteins rewind the cells’ fate — pushing them backward along the developmental timeline until they resemble the young, embryonic-like pluripotent cells from which they originated. During this process the cells not only shed any memories of their previous identities, but they revert to a younger state. They accomplish this transformation by wiping their DNA clean of the molecular tags that not only differentiate, say, a skin cell from a heart muscle cell, but of other tags that accumulate as a cell ages. Recently researchers have begun to wonder whether exposing the adult cells to Yamanaka proteins for days rather than weeks could trigger this youthful reversion without inducing full-on pluripotency. In fact, researchers at the Salk Institute for Biological Studies found in 2016 that briefly expressing the four Yamanaka factors in mice with a form of premature aging extended the animals’ life span by about 20%. But it wasn’t clear whether this approach would work in humans. Sarkar and Sebastiano wondered whether old human cells would respond in a similar fashion, and whether the response would be limited to just a few cell types or generalizable for many tissues. They devised a way to use genetic material called messenger RNA to temporarily express six reprogramming factors — the four Yamanaka factors plus two additional proteins — in human skin and blood vessel cells. Messenger RNA rapidly degrades in cells, allowing the researchers to tightly control the duration of the signal. The researchers then compared the gene-expression patterns of treated cells and control cells, both obtained from elderly adults, with those of untreated cells from younger people. They found that cells from elderly people exhibited signs of aging reversal after just four days of exposure to the reprogramming factors. Whereas untreated elderly cells expressed higher levels of genes associated with known aging pathways, treated elderly cells more closely resembled younger cells in their patterns of gene expression. When the researchers studied the patterns of aging-associated chemical tags called methyl groups, which serve as an indicator of a cell’s chronological age, they found that the treated cells appeared to be about 1½ to 3½ years younger on average than untreated cells from elderly people, with peaks of 3½ years (in skin cells) and 7½ years (in cells that line blood vessels). Comparing Hallmarks of Aging Next they compared several hallmarks of aging — including how cells sense nutrients, metabolize compounds to create energy and dispose of cellular trash — among cells from young people, treated cells from old people and untreated cells from old people. “We saw a dramatic rejuvenation across all hallmarks but one in all the cell types tested,” Sebastiano said. “But our last and most important experiment was done on muscle stem cells. Although they are naturally endowed with the ability to self-renew, this capacity wanes with age. We wondered, Can we also rejuvenate stem cells and have a long-term effect?” When the researchers transplanted old mouse muscle stem cells that had been treated back into elderly mice, the animals regained the muscle strength of younger mice, they found. Finally, the researchers isolated cells from the cartilage of people with and without osteoarthritis. They found that the temporary exposure of the osteoarthritic cells to the reprogramming factors reduced the secretion of inflammatory molecules and improved the cells’ ability to divide and function. The researchers are now optimizing the panel of reprogramming proteins needed to rejuvenate human cells and are exploring the possibility of treating cells or tissues without removing them from the body. “Although much more work needs to be done, we are hopeful that we may one day have the opportunity to reboot entire tissues,” Sebastiano said. “But first we want to make sure that this is rigorously tested in the lab and found to be safe.” Other Stanford co-authors are former postdoctoral scholar Marco Quarta, PhD; postdoctoral scholar Shravani Mukherjee, PhD; graduate student Alex Colville; research assistants Patrick Paine, Linda Doan and Christopher Tran; Constance Chu, MD, professor of orthopaedic surgery; Stanley Qi, PhD, assistant professor of bioengineering and of chemical and systems biology; and Nidhi Bhutani, PhD, associate professor of orthopaedic surgery. Researchers from the Veterans Affairs Palo Alto Health Care System, the University of California-Los Angeles and the Molecular Medicine Research Institute in Sunnyvale, California, also contributed to the study. The research was supported by the National Institutes of Health (grants R01 AR070865, R01 AR070864, P01 AG036695, R01 AG23806, R01 AG057433 and R01 AG047820), the Glenn Foundation for Medical Research, the American Federation for Aging Research and the Department of Veterans Affairs. Sarkar, Quarta and Sebastiano are co-founders of the startup Turn Biotechnologies, a company that is applying the technology described in the paper to treat aging-associated conditions. Rando is a member of the scientific advisory board.

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2021 Prefontaine Classic: Sha’Carri Richardson vs. the Olympic podium By Alex AzziAug 17, 2021, 3:55 PM EDT Sha’Carri Richardson might not have competed at the Tokyo Olympics, but at the 2021 Prefontaine Classic this Saturday, she will race all three 100m Olympic medalists. The Jamaican trio of Elaine Thompson-Herah, Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce, and Shericka Jackson is entered in this weekend’s women’s 100m at Hayward Field in Eugene, Oregon. The Prefontaine Classic is an annual stop on track and field’s international Diamond League circuit. In Tokyo, Thompson-Herah won gold in the 100m, 200m, and 4x100m relay, becoming the first woman (and second athlete after only Usain Bolt) to win both the 100m and 200m at consecutive Olympics. Also in Japan, Thompson-Herah broke Florence Griffith-Joyner‘s 33-year-old Olympic record in the 100m, clocking 10.61 seconds to become the fastest woman alive. (Griffith-Joyner’s world record mark of 10.49 seconds still stands.) VIDEO UPDATE: Olympic podium repeats, Richardson finishes last at 2021 Prefontaine Classic Fraser-Pryce also made history in Tokyo, becoming the first athlete (of any gender) to win four career Olympic medals in the 100m. Richardson, who missed the Tokyo Olympics after testing positive for THC and having her U.S. Trials result disqualified, will enter the Prefontaine Classic as the third fastest woman in 2021 and sixth fastest woman in history. Richardson has raced against Fraser-Pryce twice in her career, finishing ahead of the Jamaican sprinter both times, but Saturday’s race will mark Richardson’s first time lining up against Thompson-Herah. RELATED: Why testing positive for marijuana ruled Sha’Carri Richardson out of the Olympics The women’s 100m field also includes Cote d’Ivoire’s Marie-Josée Ta Lou (fourth in Tokyo), Switzerland’s Mujinga Kambundji (sixth in Tokyo), U.S. Olympians Teahna Daniels and Javianne Oliver, and Jamaica’s Briana Williams (who also didn’t compete in Tokyo after finishing fourth at Jamaica’s Olympic Trials in June). Fastest women in history – 100 meters Includes only wind legal times Florence Griffith-Joyner (USA) -10.49 seconds (July 16, 1988) Elaine Thompson-Herah (JAM) – 10.61 seconds (July 31, 2021) Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce (JAM) – 10.63 seconds (June 5, 2021) Carmelita Jeter (USA) – 10.64 seconds (September 20, 2009) Marion Jones (USA) – 10.65 seconds (September 12, 1998) Sha’Carri Richardson (USA) – 10.72 seconds (April 10, 2021) How to watch the 2021 Prefontaine Classic The 2021 Prefontaine Classic begins on Friday, August 20 (with coverage available via USATF.TV) while Saturday’s competition will be available on Peacock (beginning at 4pm ET) and on NBC (beginning at 4:30pm ET). ALSO FROM ON HER TURF: Blind Paralympic swimmer Anastasia Pagonis uses TikTok to educate, destigmatize disability The PHF and Russia’s largest tech company share the same chairman In sled hockey, coed in name only, women are building their own Paralympic... Women starred at 2022 Winter Olympics, but men photographed most of the action

Theater Review: Haunted Play presents DELUSION Posted on October 9, 2014 January 5, 2016 by Erin Conley I do not do well with Halloween attractions. I once stood, paralyzed, refusing to move at the entrance of a room filled with terrifying bunnies at Universal Studios Horror Nights (I have never understood Anya more). I once jumped and shrieked so much during the scares at the entrance to the Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor that I thought we were already in one of the mazes. I also once declared, whilst being chased by zombies during Universal’s Terror Tram ride (FYI, the tram is a LIE) that we should not wait for our other friends because they were probably gone forever. Aside from what concerns this may raise about my behavior in the event of an actual zombie apocalypse, my point is that I usually do not do well with scares, and approach haunted events with caution. The one exception I will make to this rule is Delusion: The Haunted Play. My friends and I first visited in 2012, after reading about it on Neil Patrick Harris’s Twitter. He was then serving as a producer of the event, and in NPH we trust. Although Delusion is certainly very creepy and off-putting to some people, I can handle it so much better than a random maze with creatures jumping out at me. What makes Delusion different is that it is a play at its core, and you are part of a story. It is interactive theater, and you all know how much I love theater. You are led, in a group of ten, into a house (the specific location within LA changes each year, as does the story) where you become part of the plot, right alongside the actors. You are warned in advance that the actors can and will touch you, and you will be expected to participate. The entire thing lasts just under an hour, and the experience features an original score as well as truly impressive stunt work and costuming. 2012 Delusion An important thing to remember about Delusion is that generally, the more you speak up, the cooler of an experience you will have. The actors will often ask for a volunteer for a specific task- for example, distracting a monster- and volunteering will lead to you being separated from the group temporarily and having your own side adventure. Sometimes, it is less voluntary. In the 2012 play, entitled Delusion: The Blood Rite, at one point we were forced to play a game of musical chairs. My friend who lost was kidnapped by one of the actors, and we came upon her later in another room, dancing with him. Another gentleman in our group who was taken later in the story was gone from us for a solid ten minutes, and when we re-encountered him he was in a bed with one of the actors braiding his hair. This year’s play is called Delusion: Lies Within. The concept is that you are a devoted fan of a mysterious author of popular dark fantasy novels, and you have come to her house to find out what happened to the author and her daughter, neither of whom have been heard from for years. Without giving too much away, I will say activities our group participated in included: typing frantically into a typewriter to kill a monster, moving a wall, searching for herbs to make a potion, distracting a fire monster, playing Hide and Seek in a pitch black room, crawling through (fake) spiderwebs to free someone, and much more. The entire experience is highly physical: expect to have to run from room to room, hide under tables, and possibly crawl. Both this year’s story and the one in 2012 were suspenseful and very entertaining, and it forces your group to work together to uncover clues to solve the mystery and make it to the end. At one point during this year’s play, I acted as a conduit for a character’s spirit and was placed in a bed by one of the actors, blankets and all. You really have to just be ready to roll with whatever is thrown at you. Although it certainly has tense, scary moments, you aren’t allowed to be overwhelmed with fear because you have to focus on making it to the next room with your group. The only thing I can compare Delusion to is Sleep No More. Sleep No More is an interactive theater experience based on Macbeth that takes place in a 5-story warehouse in Manhattan. Audience members wear masks, do not speak, and are free to roam throughout the five floors for up to three hours as the actors perform the story spread throughout the space. You can choose to explore rooms or to choose an actor and follow them throughout the night, but the one thing that is for sure is that everyone’s experience is different. When I attended in 2011, I went with 2 friends. One was immediately separated from the group before we even entered the hotel (they let off a certain number of people on each floor to begin), and we all ended up drifting away from each other because we were so absorbed in the story and the experience. While it is much less structured than Delusion in terms of audience experience, there are several elusive one-on-one encounters between audience members and actors that happen in specific rooms at specific points in the story. For example, one of the friends I attended with was given an item by the actress playing Hecate and instructed to deliver it to another actor on another floor. I found Sleep No More absolutely fascinating, and in many ways Delusion is its horror-based cousin. I have always wondered how much the experience at Delusion can truly vary from group to group, since the play does follow a specific structure and path throughout the house (entrance times are staggered, so you may occasionally pass another group that is at a different point in the story). My friend did send me another review of this year’s show where a member of the group succeeded in distracting one of the monsters whereas our group failed. The actors must be prepared for every scenario, and I am sure the pacing definitely varies based on the group, but as far as I know the end result is always the same. One of the very few criticisms I have about Delusion is that this year’s ending was a bit anticlimactic. It would also be nice if the play was a bit longer. Tickets sell for upwards of $60 (and sell fast- this year’s run was sold out practically before it began) for an experience that is only about 50 minutes. While Sleep No More now costs $100, when I visited I stayed for a full 3 hours, so it felt like you got your money’s worth a little more. Regardless, Delusion is my favorite Halloween activity I have ever done, I look forward to returning next year, and I hope it inspires more interactive theater productions across the country. Tickets for this year are already sold out, but for more info and to sign up to receive updates about next year visit http://www.enterdelusion.com/ Posted in Los Angeles TheaterTagged delusion, delusion lies within, delusion the blood rite, halloween, halloween activites, haunted play, haunted play presents delusion, LA, los angeles, los angeles theater, neil patrick harris, sleep no more, theater, theater reviews, theatre TV and the Sophomore Slump Theater Review: Spring Awakening at Deaf West 2 thoughts on “Theater Review: Haunted Play presents DELUSION” Pingback: Theater Review: Delusion, the Haunted Play – ON STAGE & SCREEN Pingback: Theater Review: Delusion’s Alt Delete – ON STAGE & SCREEN

Tag: sting Theater Review: The Last Ship at the Ahmanson Theatre At first blush, the shipbuilding industry does not seem the most obvious topic for a musical. The Last Ship, an original musical with music and lyrics by Sting and a new book by Lorne Campbell, opened this week at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles with some of the problems you might expect given the … More Theater Review: The Last Ship at the Ahmanson Theatre Leave a comment Theater Review: The Last Ship at the Ahmanson Theatre

New Book: Casanova on White-Collar Masculinity On March 28, 2016 March 28, 2016 By Sarah MosseriIn Publications OOW Section Member, Erynn Masi de Casanova, announces the publication of her new book, Buttoned Up: Clothing, Conformity, and White-Collar Masculinity (ILR/Cornell University Press, 2015). The book can be ordered here. Who is today’s white-collar man? The world of work has changed radically since The Man in the Gray Flannel Suit and other mid-twentieth-century investigations of corporate life and identity. Contemporary jobs are more precarious, casual Friday has become an institution, and telecommuting blurs the divide between workplace and home. Gender expectations have changed, too, with men’s bodies increasingly exposed in the media and scrutinized in everyday interactions. In Buttoned Up, based on interviews with dozens of men in three U.S. cities with distinct local dress cultures—New York, San Francisco, and Cincinnati—Erynn Masi de Casanova asks what it means to wear the white collar now. Despite the expansion of men’s fashion and grooming practices, the decrease in formal dress codes, and the relaxing of traditional ideas about masculinity, white-collar men feel constrained in their choices about how to embody professionalism. They strategically embrace conformity in clothing as a way of maintaining their gender and class privilege. Across categories of race, sexual orientation and occupation, men talk about “blending in” and “looking the part” as they aim to keep their jobs or pursue better ones. These white-collar workers’ accounts show that greater freedom in work dress codes can, ironically, increase men’s anxiety about getting it wrong and discourage them from experimenting with their dress and appearance. professionalismwhite-collar masculinity Work in Progress blog now co-sponsored by four Sections: OOW, Econ Soc, LLM & IPM The 2016 Summer Institute In Political Psychology (SIPP)

Job Posting: The School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University On August 28, 2018 By Sarah MosseriIn Job Postings The School of Public and Environmental Affairs at Indiana University invites applications for an Assistant Professor or tenured Associate Professor with a specialization in sustainable food systems. We seek candidates from the social sciences with a focused line of research on food system development and evolution. Applicant’s background should bridge the nexus of food, community development, and sustainability, and ideally would have an analytical background in social-ecological systems. We are particularly interested in candidates studying food systems within a U.S. context that possess mixed-methods research skills or systems modeling ability. We are also interested in candidates who work across disciplines with a record of interdisciplinary collaboration. The successful candidate will be expected to develop an extramurally-supported research program. Candidates may be appointed at the rank of assistant or associate professor. Appointment at the full professor level may be possible for a candidate with an exceptional research record in the specified areas of expertise. This position is partially funded by Indiana University Bloomington’s Emerging Areas of Research initiative (http://ovpr.indiana.edu/ear1/ear1/), which underwrites theSustainable Food Systems Science(SFSS) program. The SFSS teamseeks to understand sustainable food system development by studying the leverage points used to build more resilient and sustainable food systems.The candidate will join a growing, interdisciplinary community of colleagues across the University, with opportunities for joining research projects in the United States (Indiana, New York, New Mexico), Brazil, Italy, Madagascar, Norway, and Zambia.The candidate will contribute to SPEA’s developing food systems research and curriculum. Minimum educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in a related field (e.g.,sociology, economics, community development, public policy and affairs, geography, anthropology)and evidence of a developed research program. The successful applicant is expected to start August 1, 2019, and to have completed the Ph.D. by that date. We are especially interested in applicants with a record of successful teaching and mentoring of students from all backgrounds (including first-generation college students, low-income students, racial and ethnic minorities, women, LGBTQ, etc.) and an interest in contributing to SPEA’s programs, curricular offerings, and research portfolio in ways that enhance diversity, equity, and inclusion; applicants are encouraged to address these topics in the letter of application. SPEA-Bloomington is a world leader in public affairs education, and is among the largest schools of public administration and public policy in the United States with 34,000 alumni around the world. In the 2018 “Best Graduate Schools” reported by U.S. News & World Report, SPEA-Bloomington ranks first, making it the nation’s highest-ranked professional graduate program in public affairs. Five of its specialty programs are ranked in the top-five listings. To ensure consideration, application materials must be received by October 31, 2018, however, the search will continue until the position is filled.To apply, please submit a cover letter, curriculum vita, research statement, up to three papers, and contact information of three referenceselectronically tohttps://indiana.peopleadmin.com/. Inquiries regarding the position should be sent to Dr. James Farmer (jafarmer@indiana.edu). For more information see:http://www.indiana.edu/~spea. Indiana University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer and a provider of ADA services. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status. Indiana Universityjob postingsustainable food systems Call for Nominations: The Society for the Advancement of Socio-Economics (SASE) Book Award Job Posting:TT Assistant Professor Position at Washington University in St. Louis

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Postdoc Raymond C. S. Wong joined our lab Raymond C. S. Wong, PhD joined our lab. He got his PhD degree at John Curtin School of Medical Research, Australian National University. He had his first postdoc training at Prof. Bozhi Tian’s lab, University of Chicago and worked on stimulation of neurons with nanoparticles. He will participate in data processing and analysis in our lab. Please find personal profile of Raymond C. S. Wong in Our Team.

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Soul Land Episode 250: Release Date & Where To Watch? Rohit Jaiswar Soul Land Episode 250 will be followed after the release of the previous one on March 4th, and the fans are already looking for the details on the new episodes of the series. This anime’s hype is unbelievable at the moment and among the other Chinese anime that is currently airing such as Battle through The Heavenly, No Doubt In Us Season 2, Killer Seven, and many more, Soul Land is one of the popular ones. Tang San’s journey has fans very captivated and they cannot wait what he intends to do next. Soul Land, like the many current Chinese anime that are airing, is bringing uniqueness to the viewers with its amazing cultured experience and the way the story has been processed. The common thing between this anime and Battle Through the Heavens is the fact that they both have amazing martial art combat that the fans cannot forget. Bringing a twist to the table with the amazing martial art combat has died for it and they cannot wait for the new episodes of the series to be released in the following month. Much like the previous month, March will also bring four new episodes to the viewers which will continue the amazing progress. Even though there is such hype for the new episodes of the series, fans are perplexed about the release of the new episode of the series due to poor scheduling and lack of information due to geo-restrictions. This is the case with almost all Chinese anime and thus fans have a hard time looking for information on the new episodes of their beloved anime. Thus, we have dug deep and found all the information regarding the new episodes of the series for our readers. It is the way we follow to make our readers happy. We will be informing you about the details of the upcoming episode of Soul Land which is episode 250 such as when the episode will be released and the various times the episode will be available to us. In addition to that, the one thing that the fans are most curious about in the upcoming episodes of Soul Land is where to watch them. Well, we have brought the information on the same as well and will provide you with it. With that being said, let us dive into all of those details for the upcoming Soul Land Episode. Here we bring you the latest updates on the Soul Land anime series. Soul Land Episode 250 Release Date And Time Where To Watch Soul Land Episode 250? Soul Land New Episodes Scheduling For March Soul Land Episode 250 is going to be released on Saturday, March 11th, 2023 at 05:00 hrs Japanese Standard Timing. Following are the various timings; Pacific Standard Time (PST): 6:00 PM on Friday, March 10th, 2023 Central Standard Time (CST): 8:00 PM on Friday, March 10th, 2023 Greenwich Mean Time (GMT): 2:00 AM on Saturday, March 11th, 2023 Indian Standard Time (IST): 6:30 AM on Saturday, March 11th, 2023 Pakistan Standard Time (PKST): 7:00 AM on Saturday, March 11th, 2023 The new episodes of Soul Land anime have been scheduled to be first released on the local Chinese networks. Fans living in the Chinese regions may find local networks that will bring new episodes of Soul Land every Saturday on its premiere. Whereas, fans around the world, as of this writing, there is only one known platform that is bringing the new episodes of Soul Land. If the geo-restrictions allow in your region, then you can watch the new episodes of Soul Land including the previous ones of the series on the We TV streaming platform. Since anime is rising in popularity much like No Doubt In Us, we wouldn’t be surprised if this anime is also brought on Netflix for fans around the world. Much like the previous month, the new episodes of Soul Land are scheduled to be released on the Weekends. Following is the expected schedule for the new episodes of Soul Land anime in March; Soul Land Episode 249 is going to be released on March 4th, 2023 at 05:00 am Japanese Standard Timing. Soul Land Episode 250 is expected to be released on March 11th, 2023 at 05:00 am Japanese Standard Timing. Also Read: 50 Best Romance Anime To Watch On Crunchyroll Written By Rohit Jaiswar Been watching anime, tv series, movies, reading manga & listening to k-pop for a while now. I've come to this platform to share my ideology regarding them and yes I draw as well so take a look at my instagram!

Is Meghan Trainor Pregnant? NO Singer Sparks Rumors Of Expecting Baby No.2 Srijita Saha Want to know if Meghan Trainor is pregnant? Yes, we are talking about the NO singer who is currently making headlines for sobbing the whole day when Kris Jenner agreed to be in the music video of “Mother.” But, that’s not our today’s concern. Keeping that aside, fans are showing their curiosity, wondering if Meghan is expecting a baby, at present. Is that true? Before that, let’s briefly discuss Meghan Trainor’s prominence. Starting from the basics, Meghan Elizabeth Trainor started gaining fame in 2014, after signing with Epic Records. Hailing from Nantucket, Massachusetts, Meghan is now 29 years old, born in 1993. Undoubtedly, Meghan has a great distinctive voice. Some of her music credits include Lips Are Movin, Dear Future Husband, I’m a Lady, Better, No Excuses, Rockin’ Around the Christmas Tree, Made You Look, etc. Haven’t you listened to Meghan’s 2022 studio album, Takin’ It Back? She has been the recipient of several prestigious accolades including- Billboard, Grammy Awards, People’s Choice Awards, etc. Coming back to Meghan Trainor’s personal life, her pregnancy rumors sparked at the beginning of this year. Well, the singer is already the mother of one child, whom we shall discuss later. But, what about Meghan’s second-time pregnancy? If you are looking for whether Meghan Trainor is pregnant, here is the truth revealed. Also Read: Who Is Meghan Trainor Married Too? Her Love Life So Far Meghan Trainor Pregnant: How True Is That? Seems like Yes! What does that mean? Meghan Trainor is pregnant and is expecting baby no.2. The moment she found herself to be pregnant with another baby, it was incredible. The NO singer confirmed the news and made her second-time pregnancy official on Instagram, by sharing the positive result of the test. While announcing the news, Meghan Trainor said, “I’m just so grateful I can get pregnant. And I’m like, ‘I’m crushing it. This is amazing. This is my dream.’ I’m halfway there- I want four kids!” So, it’s evident that Meghan is very much up for the extension of her family. Talking about Meghan’s first child is named Riley. He was born in February 2021. Now, when he is already three years, the singer tries to tell him that he is soon going to be the big brother. Riley is indeed very cute at times and thinks that the baby is in his belly. But, no! The parents have to rectify him, saying, “It’s in Mama’s belly!” Meghan Trainor and Daryl Sabara with their first child, Riley Well, Meghan Trainor is pregnant with her second child. This calls for the discussion of Meghan’s baby daddy. He is none other than Daryl Sabara. In case you are wondering, Daryl, is an amazing actor, who is majorly known for his portrayal in the Spy Kids film series. Some of his other great works are- Teen Lust, Friends, Weeds, Criminal Minds, Resident Advisors, and Zombie Basement. Meghan Trainor tied the knot with Daryl Sabara on 22 December 2018. That was surprisingly a very special date, as it was Meghan’s 25th birthday too. Things have been going great between Meghan and Daryl. They seem to be not just caring and loving, but also very friendly to their little son, Riley. Now, when they are expecting the second one, we are hopeful that they will be able to value it likewise. Meghan Trainor and Daryl Sabara Best Wishes to Meghan Trainor for the upcoming days of her life. Congratulations! We hope that Meghan is in good health, and Daryl is taking proper care of her. This is quite a crucial and delicate time for her. Make sure to follow Meghan Trainor on her Instagram account for more similar updates. Sending loads of love and blessings to Riley! What do you think? Will Meghan welcome a baby girl or a baby boy? Also Read: Is Jessica Yates Pregnant? The Fox Sports Presenter Sparks Expecting Rumors Written By Srijita Saha Hey, I'm Srijita Saha. Writing has always been my hobby. I write articles on Asian entertainment, especially Kpop and Kdramas. Besides that, I also write about dating stuff and gossip. You can reach out to me at srijita@otakukart.com Gamsa-haeyo!

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Inspiring 5-Star Holiday Business-Related Films December 1, 2017 By Jan Triplett You can be entertained and inspired at the same time this holiday season or any time of the year with these business-related films. What a combination. Even your family and friends will enjoy them. So will your employees. You might want to have a movie party or film festival instead of what you usually do to celebrate the season. Some of these holiday films are old and some are new but they have one thing in common: they will leave you with ideas, a smile and maybe a happy tear or two. Best of all none of these are snarky. The people really care about each other, instead of trying to rip each other apart or outdo each other. These are all 5-star! 1. Holiday (1938) is all about vision and sticking to your guns. Cary Grant and Katherine Hepburn show that money doesn’t mean everything and that being true to your vision — even if it’s unorthodox. We know, and the characters know, that making your vision come true can be painful but rmore rewarding than following the herd and what is expected. 2. Miracle on 34th Street (1947 Maureen O’Hara & John Payne) is what good customer service should be all about — giving people the opportunity to buy if it’s the right choice for them. It’s about believing in yourself when others don’t. Yes, I believe in Santa Claus (or at least what he stands for.) 3. Desk Set (1957 Spencer Tracy and Katherine Hepburn) is a tale of trade secrets and technology that can backfire good intentions. It demonstrates the need to recognize the employee grapevine we all have — even if we only have one employee. Every well-meaning owner should watch it if they are planning major changes to their business. And, remember what they learned! 4. We’re No Angels (1955) Humphrey Bogart, Aldo Ray, and Peter Ustinov become temporary employees and use unusual methods to help out a well-meaning business man. Think about what your employees do for you and be thankful. 5. Other People’s Money (1991) Danny De Vito and Gregory Peck point out the good and bad of corporate takeovers. Darker than the rest of the films listed and not holiday-driven, it is highly relevant today as current businesses struggle with the issue of what is good for employees and what is good for shareholders who are also employees. It’s a thinking movie that lends itself to discussions between employees and management and even other stakeholders. 6. The Man Who Invented Christmas (2017 Dan Stevens & Christopher Plummer) is not just about creatives like Charles Dickens. Most owners go through business blockages from time to time and live with businesses that always don’t cooperate. They can be messy and inefficient. Downright unprofitable and scary. When you go back to your roots and use the resources that you are exposed to, great things can happen. We hope you will add to the list and watch some of these treasures. Be sure to share them with others. Filed Under: Business Ideas, Business Improvement, Business Management, Customer Service, Financial Management, Small Business/Entrepreneur History, Vision Tagged With: business vision, Business-related films, customer service, Employee Film Festival, Inspiring Entrepreneur, takeovers

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Elizabethtown College Digital Media Types: Audio & Video Tags: Collection, Elizabethtown College, media, Oral History Miscellaneous digitized audio and visual recordings from Elizabethtown College’s High Library. Recordings include Shakespeare lectures by Dr. Ralph Schlosser (1965-1966), Anthropologist Margaret Mead lecture and news conference (1972-10-05), Astronaut Scott Carpenter speech (1986-02-05), Elizabethtown College Commencement (1943), oral histories, and more. Church of the Brethren Photograph Collection Types: Photographs & Postcards Tags: Churchs, Collection, Elizabethtown College, Pennsylvania Germans, Photographs The Church of the Brethren Photograph collection consists of more than 500 mostly black-and-white photographs of meeting houses and churches in eastern Pennsylvania, historic sites, gravestones, portraits, and nursing homes associated with the Church. The photographs date from the 1890s to the present. A subset of the collection includes images from 200 glass-plate negatives dating from … Continue reading Church of the Brethren Photograph Collection Types: Rare Books & Pamphlets Tags: Brethren, Collection, Elizabethtown College, Public Domain, Rare Books The Brethren Books digital collections include contributions from High Library at Elizabeth Town College to the Brethren Digital Archive at the Internet Archive. The Mission of the Brethren Digital Archives is to digitize some or all of the periodicals produced from the beginning of publication to the year 2000 by each of the Brethren bodies … Continue reading Brethren Books Lancaster Daily Intelligencer (1880-1890) Types: Newspapers & Directories Tags: Lancaster, Newspaper, Newspapers, Penn State University, Resource Founded in 1864, the Lancaster Daily Intelligencer had become by the 1880s the leading daily in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and a crusading opposition publication in a city beset with growing pains. It was already one of the oldest continuous newspapers in the state and nation, and by this time it had transformed itself from primarily a political organ … Continue reading Lancaster Daily Intelligencer (1880-1890) Millersville University Postcard Collection Tags: Collection, Images, Millersville University, Normal School, Postcards Browse postcards of Millersville from the late nineteenth century through the twentieth century, featuring campus photographs and handwritten notes to friends and family members. Reynolds Family Papers Collection Types: Manuscripts & Ephemera Tags: Collection, Correspondence, Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, Photographs The Reynolds Family Papers digital collection features the correspondence of brothers William and John Fulton Reynolds of Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The digital collection includes letters from William Reynolds to sister Lydia Moore Reynolds dated 1834 to 1838, prior to his departure with the U.S. Exploring Expedition. It also includes letters between William Reynolds and father John … Continue reading Reynolds Family Papers Collection Tags: Diary, Franklin and Marshall College, Lancaster, Resource George McIlvain’s personal diary of the trip, accompanied by his mother Mary Porter McIlvain, along Pennsylvania Canal (and other waterways) from Williamstown, Lancaster County, PA to Paoli Indiana, April 8 to May 30, 1835. Diary contains itinerary, expenses, and observations. Diary is part of larger Muench Family papers collection. George Duffield McIlvain was born on … Continue reading George McIlvain Diary, 1835 Franklin & Marshall Founding Documents Tags: Collection, College Archives, Franklin and Marshall College The F&M Founding Documents contains digitized versions of original documents and later copies of documents related to the founding of Franklin College and Marshall College as well as their incorporation as Franklin and Marshall College. Millersville University Photograph Collection Tags: Collection, Images, Millersville University, Normal School, Photographs See images and photos of Millersville’s campus from the mid-nineteenth century to the present. Franklin & Marshall Archives Film Collection Tags: Collection, College Archives, Film, Franklin and Marshall College The College Archives Films Collection contains footage from digitized black and white and color film reels. The films span the 1920s to 1940s. Subjects include: commencements, convocations, alumni reunions, building construction and dedications, athletics, campus scenes, ceremonies, events, views of students and faculty, etc. Oral History Collection at Millersville University Tags: Collection, Millersville University, Oral History Listen to oral histories collected from members of the university and Lancaster community. This collection includes transcripts and recordings of oral history interviews. Tags: Newspapers, Penn State University, Repository Millersville University Snapper Tags: College Newspapers, Millersville University, Newspapers, Resource Check out student and campus life at Millersville from 1923 through 1992 when the student newspaper was called The Tipster. In 1993, the name was changed to The Snapper, for students who broke the rules to talk with each other. Coverage ends in 2013. Lancaster Farming Tags: Farming, Journal, Lancaster, Lancaster History, Resource The Lancaster Farmer began publication as a monthly journal in 1869 under the auspices of the Lancaster County Agricultural and Horticultural Society. Volumes 1-16 were digitized and published on the Internet Archive by Lancaster History, in partnership with Lyrasis and the Sloan Foundation. Tags: Illuminated Manuscript, Lehigh University, Resource Illuminated Manuscript written on finely prepared vellum in an excellent upright Dutch liturgical script, 18 lines to the page set on rules in brown ink. Written on 177 leaves in single column, most pricking preserved at extreme margins; the collation has proven very difficult to work out due to the tightness of the re–backing of … Continue reading South Netherland Book of Hours Alice Marshall Women’s History Collection Tags: Advertising, Collection, Penn State University, Women's History The Alice Marshall Women’s History Collection, part of the Penn State Harrisburg Library’s Archives and Special Collections, consists of literary, graphic, and manuscript materials dealing with the issues and individuals that comprised women’s history from the 15th century to the early 1980s. Compiled by Alice Kahler Marshall (1923-97), the collection encompasses all areas of women’s lives and includes 7,000 … Continue reading Alice Marshall Women’s History Collection Frantz Family Letters, 1883 Tags: Collection, Correspondence, Memoirs, Millersville University Explore correspondence of the Frantz family of Lancaster, Pennsylvania, including letters from Letitia Frantz while she was a student at the Woman’s Medical College of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia. Franklin and Marshall College Student Newspapers Tags: Collection, College Newspapers, Franklin and Marshall College, Newspapers The Franklin and Marshall College newspaper collection contains student newspapers published on campus beginning in 1873 through 2011. 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The works in this collection reflect arguments on both sides of the slavery debate and include … Continue reading Slavery & Abolition in the United States Sallie Bolton Letters, 1855-1863 Sallie Bolton was a student and then faculty member at Millersville from 1855-1857. Investigate this collection to find out more about her life at Millersville through letters written home to her mother and aunt, as well as an autograph album signed by students, faculty, administrators and friends.

Search in titles only Search in Cricket and Other Sports only Cricket and Other Sports Best and worst from South Africa 2003 junoonie ~ Dil Ki Baat ~ The Best Ball: A three-way tie. Zimbabwe's Grant Flower, bowling his left-arm spin wide of the crease, tempted Sachin Tendulkar half forward before the ball turned and clipped the off bail. "I got one to turn for a change," he said. Tendulkar's 81, however, won the Group A match in Harare for India. England's James Anderson, exploiting Cape Town's evening conditions, swung a yorker from leg stump to off to bowl Yousuf Youhana first ball. The 20-year-old's previous delivery dismissed Inzamam-ul-Haq. Anderson's four for 29 set up a shock win over Pakistan. When left-armer Chaminda Vaas had Bangladesh's Ehsanul Haque caught at second slip with a ball angled across the batsman, the Sri Lankan completed an unprecedented first hat-trick from the first three balls of an international match. The Best Innings: Canada's John Davison, an off spinner who bats at nine for South Australia, hit the fastest century (8x4, 6x6) in World Cup history with a 67-baller against West Indies. He completed it with a towering six off Mervyn Dillon. "I had no idea (it was the fastest cup hundred)...it sent a shiver down my spine." he said. Four days earlier, Canada had been bowled out for 36 by Sri Lanka. Stephen Fleming's 134 not out off 132 deliveries was also worthy of mention, helping New Zealand to beat South Africa."I've waited a long time for an innings like that," he said. The Best Catch: Vasbert Drakes, to end Davison's remarkable innings of 111. Drifting in off the rope at long on, Drakes jack-knifed backwards and caught the ball one-handed. The television commentators had announced a six before Drakes got up with the ball in his hand. Drakes then took five for 44 to set up the West Indies win. Brett Lee's dismissal of Andy Blignaut after the Zimbabwean had smashed a 25-ball half-century in Bulawayo came close. Blignaut cross-batted a lightning full toss straight back at the bowler who somehow reacted fast enough to catch the ball. Lee himself could not believe it. Lip-readers would have had no problems identifying his expletive. The Best Celebration: Kenya's players jived away in a team huddle at the fall of each late wicket as they pulled off the biggest upset of the World Cup against the Sri Lankans in Nairobi. The Best Quote: Namibian bowler Rudi van Vuuren, who has also represented his country at rugby union: "Knowing my capabilities as a batsman, I'd rather take on Jonah Lomu one-on-one than Brett Lee." The Worst Innings: Inzamam-ul-Haq, one of the world's leading batsman, dismissed for a golden duck against England, went in to bat against the Netherlands needing a confidence boost. Instead he barely moved from his crease to be trapped for a second-ball duck by Tim de Leede's medium-paced floater. He averaged 2.25 in his first four innings. The Worst Drop: South Africa's Mark Boucher, snatching too eagerly at the ball, dropped Fleming on 53 at The Wanderers from a regulation edge. Fleming went on to win the match for New Zealand with his unbeaten century, leaving the hosts in turmoil. For the next fewdays, arguments raged over Shaun Pollock's captaincy and whether Allan Donald should be axed. Pedro Collins made as bad an error against South Africa, when he sauntered nonchalantly backwards to catch Lance Klusener at square leg only to realise he had stepped on the rope. Klusener, however, with 57 from 48 balls, was caught in the deep by Carl Hooper in the final over as West Indies sneaked home by three runs. The Worst Celebration: Bangladesh have not had the chance to celebrate anything after five defeats, the first to lowly Canada, and one wash-out. There was some clapping for Mohammad Ashraful's excellent 56 against New Zealand at Kimberley, the team's only half-century of the tournament, but it all paled into insignificance as the team extended their world record run of one-dayers without victory to 31 matches. The Worst Quote: Nathan Shamuyarira, information secretary for the governing ZANU-PF party in Zimbabwe, reacting to a protest by players Andy Flower and Henry Olonga over the state of democracy in the country: "Olonga is not a Zimbabwean, he is a Zambian, but he has been allowed to play here. Flower is also not a Zimbabwean. He is British." Re: Best and worst from South Africa 2003 Originally posted by junoonie: kitne sharam ki baaat hai!!!!

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Some news from France, CCXVIII So let me put a pause on my posting on wonderful travel places to come to you on the latest in my belle France. It is light raining in my neck of the breton woods Morbihan but hardly any winds and definitively no snow. I believe the weather might get worse as the day go by with storm Gabriel around Europe. The Paris region will be hit worse because of the snow. Be careful if driving around here visiting from those other European countries! UPDATE !!!! February 1 2 3 2019. The 8th edition of Paris Face Cachée or Paris hidden face with the city of Paris and RATP transport network to go and discover the off the beaten paths of the Grand Paris area. The metro station Porte de Lilas, not in use but only for films.! This was the metro abbesses in the film Le Fabuleux destin d’Amélie Poulain. The station was called Haxo done in 1921 but never used. In a building of 6 floors not far from the train station Gare du Nord where you do not see nothing from the exterior but in the interior is an air space for the RER trains extraction of air! There is an anti-aircraft bunker under the Monnaie de Paris in the 6éme. On the other side of the BP =boulevard périphérique or beltway of Paris in Montreuil (Seine-et-Denis 93) there is a studio for doubling voices and to do it for real with recordings and all. Over 100 experiences will be serve this year with hoping of reaching 10000 curious visitors. The only holdup the places are hard to come by as the demand is big and only done on the online site. The official site in French: Paris Face Cachée 2019 The entire programming for reservation online here: Paris Face Cachée reservations online a must The Weather Channel has placed 33 departments on alert Orange(next to highest) such as the Ariège, Haute-Garonne, Hautes-Pyrénées and the Pyrénées-Atlantiques for avalanche hazards; The Charente-Maritime, Gironde and Vendée for violent winds; The Aisne, Ardennes, Aube, Eure, Eure-et-Loir, Loiret, Marne, Haut-Marne, Meurthe-et-Moselle, Meuse, Moselle, Nord, Oise, Orne, Pas-de-Calais, Paris, Seine-Maritime, Yvelines , Seine-et-Marne, Somme, Yonne, Essonne, Hauts-de-Seine, Seine-Saint-Denis, Val-de-Marne and the Val-d’Oise for snow. From the morning, this Atlantic disturbance will bring rain between Brittany (it did but not much chez moi) and Aquitaine. The winds became violent on the southern coasts of Finistère and Morbihan (not inland just the coasts) with gusts between 90 and 110 km/h. This afternoon, the wind will strengthen near the ocean with gusts up to 130 km/h on the south coast of Finistère and up to 110 km/h on the coasts of Vendée and Charente. In the east, ice can affect the pavement in the morning between the east and the north of the Alps. Tonight and in the night, the disturbance will collide with cold air. When contacted, the first flakes will appear in the northwest before winning the central regions to the north in the evening. These snowfalls, sometimes strong, will be directed in the night to the Grand-Est and the Rhône-Alpes region. At the same time, winds will increase on the Vendée and Charente coasts with gusts of up to 130 km/h (115 km/h in the land). Normandy, Paris region, Hauts-de-France and Champagne and Ardennes for snow with an average of 3 to 8 cm, locally between 10 and 15 cm and to a lesser extent peripheral regions with 2 to 5 cm on average. In prevention, the road N 118, which connects Pont-de-Sevres (Hauts-de-Seine) to the Ulis (Essonne) via the Yvelines, will thus be closed to all traffic, in both directions, finally starting at 15h on Tuesday. Have it on F degrees but can be change to C on top right. https://weather.com/fr-FR/temps/10jours/l/FRXX0076:1:FR Salvador Dali, who died just 30 years ago, said: “The only difference between a madman and me is that I am not crazy.” Yet his face and that of the misunderstood genius Vincent Van Gogh appear on the poster of the event “The madness of the artist.” And “at the edge of the Abyss” at the Library des Batignolles 17éme, 30th January at 19H. The Georges Brassens Library 14éme, organizes a writing workshop “Madness in All States” (19 January and 2 February from 10h30 to 12h30 pm), inspired by excerpts from Antonin Artaud, Marguerite Duras and others. Then, an evening of reading the texts of the participants by two actresses will take place (February 2 from 19h to 21h). The exhibition of the Museum of Art and History of the Hospital, ” The art of the fools at the Art psychopathological/the collection Sainte-Anne around 1960» at the library André Malraux 6éme. It will be followed by a guided tour of the latter (February 9th at 13h). “Dice-integrated” (Feb. 14 from 19h to 21h) is a dramatized reading of Albert London’s madmen, his investigation and immersion in insane asylums. It will be held at the Bibliothèque François Villon 10éme. One of the members, Alex Adarjan, will host a 14h30 workshop (February 21 from 17h to 19h30) where participants take possession of a plateau of the Valeyre Library 11éme to feel what the incarnation of a crazy character is. How to interpret a disturbed personality with accuracy and fragility? At the Library Andrée Chedid 15éme, the troupe revived Camille Claudel, interned during the last thirty years of her life, through archives and letters (7 February from 19h to 20h). The Library of Police Literature 5éme will deal with the relationship between madness and crime. The first French serial killer, the Ripper Vacher will be at the heart of this subject that defies reason (February 2 from 16h to 17h. More in link below https://bibliotheques.paris.fr/les-frontieres-de-la-folie.aspx?_lg=fr-FR# The Festival Jazz a Saint Germain des Prés ,Paris unveils the first names of the programming of its 19th edition, including Richard Galliano on May 17 or the Biréli Lagrène Trio on May 23rd. To not miss these concerts events, the passes are already on sale for a very jazzy spring. More here: http://festivaljazzsaintgermainparis.com/accueil/ I love these anywhere but these orangettes, are delicious at the Sous les Amandiers, 65, rue de Maubeuge 9éme. Tél.: 09 86 08 19 40.Metro line 7 Poissonniére. They have a facebook page no web. The story Un Regard Moderne à rue Gît-le-Cœur is an Ali Baba cavern full of books everywhere by a great enthuastic owner . Philippe le Libraire. 32, rue des Vinaigriers 10éme. Tél.: 01 40 38 11 39. https://www.petitscommerces.fr/page/philippelelibraire/ Wonderful Cinema which we have enjoyed and the boys love it is the MK2 Quai de Seine. 14, quai de la Seine 19éme. More here : https://www.mk2.com/salles/mk2-quai-seine-quai-loire It is an Australian who has settled in a large warehouse and who produces his own beer, with a restaurant menu inviting ; it is very nice in the summer. Paname Brewing Company. 41 bis, quai de la Loire 19éme. Tél.: 01 40 36 43 55 http://www.panamebrewingcompany.com/ The Charles. If only the bar of the Burgundy Hotel in the Saint-Honoré neighborhood, (great area my walking rounds to go to work in Paris by there for 2,5 yrs!) freshly revamped, is much more chic than Bohemian. A monumental fresco on the ceiling of the bar around the collection of Baudelaire. On the bar side, Marco Del Re’s wall collages have been preserved, making a vibrant homage to Matisse. Where the cocktails are re invented for 17-18€ inspired by music, from Walt Disney’s film and history, naming his cocktails by key dates like 1492, 1515, 1789..And big names such as Oscar Wilde, who, like Rimbaud, Joyce, Hemingway, Poe and Baudelaire frequented this muse to the excesses. In homage to these illustrious characters, the Barman has listed a selection of absinthes on his card, accompanied by a menu of light tapas from 9€. Le Charles (Hôtel Burgundy). 6-8, rue Duphot, 1éme. Tél.: 01 42 60 34 12. Hours every day from 18h to 0h30. More here : https://www.leburgundy.com/restaurant-le-baudelaire News of the street ! While the Oscar de la Renta brand was about to settle in its new Parisian boutique, but it is a majestic 17C oil painting that was discovered behind a wall.. The old Reed Krakoff shop, located in the 8 rue Marignan, dates back to the 19C. The family that owned it demolished its walls to connect two floors, when a piece of wall broke loose, unveiling the work of art. The oil on the discovery canvas dates from 1674 and would be signed by the painter Arnould de Vuez, close to the court of king Louis XIV. It shows to recount the adventures of the Marquis de Nointel, Ambassador of Louis XIV to the Ottoman court, when he arrives in Jerusalem with a procession and meets Oriental characters. ! http://madame.lefigaro.fr/style/une-peinture-mystere-retrouvee-dans-la-boutique-oscar-de-la-renta-230119-163277 Every Thursday from February 7, the restaurant everyone talks about organizes an open raclette (with or without pork) from 19h to 23h, with open white and red wine as well as open softdrinks. On the program, a raclette dinner will be from 19h to 21h, followed by a clubbing atmosphere with the best of general sounds to eliminate the raclette smoothly. The rooftop of the Tout le Monde en Parle, above the Galeries Lafayette and the C&A, at the foot of the Montparnasse tower, 4, rue du Départ – 15. Reservations : https://www.weezevent.com/chalet-d-hiver-sur-les-toits-de-paris-all-inclusive-open-raclette-tlmp After the Place de la Bastille, Pantheon , and Nation, it is the turn of the Place Gambetta to be refurbished, within the framework of the program Reinvent our squares in Paris; which concerns 7 squares of the capital. It’s the beginning of seven months of work. The configuration of the Gambetta sector will not be transformed, and only one small section of the rue du Cambodge will become pedestrian, while on the square, the traffic will continue to be done in the roundabout around the main Fontaine Jean Dismier. The terminus of bus lines 60, 69 and 102 will be transferred to the rue du Japon, behind the City/Town Hall. https://www.paris.fr/services-et-infos-pratiques/urbanisme-et-architecture/projets-urbains-et-architecturaux/reinventons-nos-places-2540 With 2 217 new cars sold in 2018 in Paris intramuros (Paris city only 1-20 arrondissements or districts) where 14 383 vehicles were sold in total in the region, Peugeot, according to the figures of the AAA Data study that we publish this past Monday, arrives at the top of the sales in the automobile market in the capital. In front of Renault which has sold 1 860 cars, Volkswagen 1 261, Toyota 1 099 and Citroën 960. https://www.aaa-data.fr/actualites/ There you my latest tidbits from the most visited country in the World ,again. 90M in 2018 and we say merci beaucoup! And of course, Paris, 32M!! in 2018 and we say Paris ça fête or a movable feast! And 2019 is looking great! thank you all merci à tous et toutes! Posted in Bretagne, France, Paris, Versailles | Leave a Comment » Tags: Bretagne, France, Paris, Versailles Basilica minor San Francisco el Grande, Madrid! And why not continue this wonderful ride in my beloved Spain and sublime Madrid! Well for the bragging rights, lived there and visit every year for many years, Madrid is it. ahh sorry grands I am a citizen too! And it has so much to offer seldom seen by visitors. Even if Spain is the second most visited country in the world (85 M 2018) according to WTO-UN and many others. I have several ,many posts on Madrid in my blog. However, consider many to be in the general sense and on some spots deserve a post on their own. This is the case for the Basilica minor San Francisco El Grande. I like to give you a bit more on it now. The Royal Basilica of San Francisco El Grande is in the district of Palacio, within the historic center of Madrid. It presides over the western face of Plaza San Francisco , set by the intersection of Calle Bailen and the Carrera de San Francisco street. It is part of the Franciscan convent of Jesús y María, founded at the beginning of the 13C, on a now gone hermitage dedicated to Saint Mary. The current Basilica was built in neoclassical style in the second half of the 18C. The Basilica stands out for its dome, considered as the third largest diameter circular plant in Christendom. For its sumptuous interior decoration, made in eclectic style at the end of the 19C, and for its art gallery, representative of the Spanish painting from the 17C to 19C, with paintings by Zurbarán and Goya. Its management corresponds to the pious work of the Holy Places of Jerusalem, an autonomous body dependent on the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation. The place was previously occupied by a convent-Franciscan hermitage, which, according to the legend, was founded by Saint Francis of Assisi in 1217. When king Felipe II converted Madrid into the capital of the kingdom, in 1561, the convent was gaining in wealth and importance and came to receive custody of the holy places conquered by the Crusaders, through a protective Junta of the pious work of Jerusalem, and the curated General of the Indies. In 1760, the Franciscans demolished the primitive building to built, on its plot, a larger temple which the works had to be suspended in 1768, due to the technical complications , the cupola, finally was done in 1770. The Basilica as a whole was finally completed in 1784. Eventually, it was converted into a hospital, according to decree of 1812. In the year 1836, the Franciscans were expelled and the Basilica was in the hands of the Spanish State, through the Royal Heritage Organism (Patrimonio Real). In 1838, it served as headquarters to an infantry barracks, while recovering the religious cult. In 1869 the idea of the national pantheon was resumed. During the next five years, it housed the mortal remains of different personalities of Spanish history, including those of Calderón de la Barca, Alonso de Ercilla, Garcilaso de la Vega, Francisco de Quevedo, Ventura Rodríguez, Juan de Villanueva and Gonzalo Fernández de Córdoba (The Great captain). They were deposited in a chapel and returned in 1874 to their respective places of origin. The rehabilitation period was used to decorate its interior, in a process that extended from 1880 to 1889 and in which different Spanish artists specialized in mural paintings and decorative arts participated. In 1926, King Alfonso XIII returned the temple to the Franciscans. On June 30, 1962 was declared a Minor Basilica by Pope John XXIII and on November 8, 1962 it was under the patronage of Our Lady of the Angels, after a new consecration. In November 2001, after decades of work, the church reopened to the public. A bit on the construction and external look: The Basilica of San Francisco el Grande is a central and circular plant, with vestibule and apse. The roof is solved by a large dome, guarded by six small domes, which surround the base of the building by the north and the south. The dome of San Francisco el Grande is 33 meters in diameter and 58 meters high (72 meters from the ground level). As far as the circular plant domes are concerned, it is the third largest diameter of Christendom. It is made of solid brick, made on a single sheet. At its start, the leaf has a thickness of three meters, which goes down to the coronation, where the thickness is lower than the meter. The dome is crowned by a circular lantern, with spire and wrought iron cross over the arrow. The main façade is east-facing, and presents two bodies. At the bottom are three arches of half a point, fastened by Doric pilasters. The Ionic order dominates the second body, consisting of three roofed windows. The façade is dominated by two towers, one at each end, slightly recessed. They are covered with wavy spires, topped with vanes. In its vanes, 19 bells are lodged, eight of them in the South Tower and the remaining eleven in the North Tower. The bell towers are framed with paired pilasters. The dome and its lantern protrude between the two towers, dominating the whole. A bit more on the interior: The most notable parts of the hall are the seven doors that allow entrance to the enclosure, which were carved in walnut wood in the 19C. The interior roundabout is paved with marbles, as well as its plinths, sumptuously decorated, its main artistic values are concentrated in the mural paintings of the cupola, the result of the renovation and refurbishment works, in the last third of the 19C. The main chapel is installed in the apse. Until the reform of the late 19C, it was presided by a canvas depicting the appearance of Jesus Christ and the Virgin Mary to St. Francis of Assisi. The six secondary chapels are distributed symmetrically, three on the northern side of the roundabout and three in the Southern. They are separated from the large circular space by means of pillars, which are supported by different half-point arches, which allow access. The chorus is installed in the upper part of the lobby. It was ornamented with the Gothic ashlars of the Cartuja de Santa María de El Paular, carved in walnut wood. The Basilica of San Francisco El Grande house a museum formed by 51 paintings, among other artistic pieces. The most valuable pictorial works correspond to the Spanish and Italian Baroque. Other romos are the Ante-Sacristy and the Sacristy. Around the Basilica of San Francisco el Grande are some interesting buildingns. One of the most important is the Capilla del Cristo de los Dolores or Chapel of the Christ of Sorrows for the venerable Third Order of San Francisco, located in an adjoining building, next to the northern facade of the Basilica. It was built between 1662 and 1668. In the year 2007, it was inaugurated the Dalieda of San Francisco, which extends to the south of the Basilica, where, in the Middle Ages, was located the cloister of the primitive convent on which the temple rises. To the west of the building, extends towards the Almudena Cathedral, the next door parque de La Cornisa, so called by its location to the edge of the hollow that forms the valley of the Manzanares river. City of Madrid on the Basilica Tourist office of Madrid on the Basilica There you have it in a nutshell , one of the nicest off the beaten path sites in Madrid, even if in an area very much frequented near the Royal Palace and the Almudena Cathedral. Enjoy the Basilica minor San Francisco el Grande. Posted in Europe, Madrid, Spain | 6 Comments » Tags: Europe, Madrid, Spain Some news from France CCXVII And here I am direct at you again on the tidbits of my belle France, which thanks to you all have become as popular as I wanted to be over the years. This is in Roman numerals the but is the 218th post!! Thank you. It is cold and sunny today -1C or about 31F today and even colder in Paris this morning. As I write , it is 3C (about 38F) in my neck of the woods and the same in Paris, still morning. But hey nothing to stop me or you to enjoy the beautiful France; 90 millions this past year wow its awesome! and expecting 100M in 2019!!!!! In 2018, the Louvre was the most popular museum in the world, with 10.2 million visitors, 25% more than in 2017. With a bonus for the Louvre, which combines the advantages: its collections cover several centuries of history within a majestic historical monument; It houses masterpieces including the most iconic, the Mona Lisa; It is located in Paris, the world’s number one destination. In fact, three quarters of its visitors are foreign. The permanent collections of the Centre Pompidou recorded an increase of 18% of their attendance; the Museum of the Quay Branly-Jacques Chirac saw its growth of 7%, Versailles of 6%, Orsay of 3%. The Louvre Abu Dhabi, designed by Jean Nouvel, received incredible media coverage for its opening in November 2017 and attracted for more than a million visitors, valuing the Louvre in the Middle East, Africans, and Asian region. The museum currently has 70 international collaborations: Exhibitions, research, excavations, various exchanges. The Centre Pompidou has installed antennas in Malaga, Brussels and is going to establish itself in Shanghai… The French regional metropolises, which have invested a great deal to equip themselves with attractive museums, are thus able to drain several hundred thousand visitors a year. On the other hand, the Paris Opera receives 97 million euros of state subsidies (from happy French taxpayers like me), compared to 28.5 million for the twenty operas in the regions combined, to which 18 million euros came from private patrons in addition. Compile from various newspapers. In Marseille, the Museum of Civilizations of Europe and the Mediterranean (MuCEM), for which it is necessary to book and justify its identity as a conservation and resource Centre, a 800 m² “control apartment” presents a rotating sample of the funds Preserved by the museum, pieces from all eras, provenances and dimensions. The Marseille institution now retains the collections. Georges Henri Rivière , his founder, to whom the MuCEM is currently dedicating an exhibition, had imagined, from 1937, to show the gallery of studies to the general public. The artists ,also take up the reserves is to expose anonymous artists whose creations are taken from the reserves of the museums where he intervenes, for example the Museum of Arts of Nantes, the MuCEM, and until February 3, at the Museum of Fine Arts of Rennes. In Paris, the Museum of the Quai de Branly-Jacques Chirac has long been the example of the reservations visible with its tower of instruments, 27 meters high and which exhibits 10 000 musical instruments. These reserves are not visited but an application gives elements of information and the walls diffuse the sounds of the instruments that are kept there. The Louvre-Lens goes even further in this logic. The reservations, visible from the lobby, are visited by groups on Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays. Visitors were able to benefit from a guide in the food shop to see the reserves. News from various newspapers in France. Imagine a health course of 40 km that meanders between the marshes and the boulevard périphérique of Paris, along a vegetated weft dotted with sports challenges. This dream for aspiring marathoners and sportsmen of Sundays may become reality by 2024. At the request of the City/Town Hall of Paris, the Parisian planning workshop Apur has just made a long study on a project of “Urban Sports Walk” along the green belt. Specifically, the course, already equipped with seven sports challenges sites, would be equipped with ten new challenge sites for bodybuilding or cardio-training work. Many recreational facilities such as children’s games, petanque, table tennis, foosball, climbing walls, board games, etc are also provided on 17 points along the route as well as convivial spaces such as picnic tables, fountains, Superloos etc. According to Apur, 600 new alignment trees will have to be planted, sidewalks widened for 9 km, a band of 42 000 m2 cleared of bitumen from the trees, 6 km of vegetated walls and about 15 pedestrian crossings created in the most perilous zones. See attached map. More info here: https://www.apur.org/fr/nos-travaux/parcours-sportif-ceinture-verte-plans-programme-2024 400 years is a celebration! To celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Jean-Baptiste Colbert, the departmental estate of Sceaux (Hauts de Seine 92) where he lived, inaugurates an exhibition of family portraits of this minister of Louis XIV. Until April 21, 2019. Château de Sceaux stables.Every day except Monday from 13h. to 17h. until 28 February and from 14h to 18h30 starting March 1st. Admission is 3-4€. More here: http://www.hauts-de-seine.fr/actualite/tourisme-patrimoine/la-ville-de-sceaux-et-le-departement-celebrent-lannee-colbert-en-2019-3295/ http://domaine-de-sceaux.hauts-de-seine.fr/les-expositions/who-is-who-chez-les-colbert/ This is the year of the 7th art in the Yvelines dept 78. In 2019, no less than 31 new cinemas should be opened. In total, the department will count 6 780 new armchairs. The most important will be located at the Vélizy 2 shopping center,(Vélizy-Villacoublay) (nice shopping and cinema we like) which is to open in February 2019 ,a complex of 3 800 armchairs in total in 18 rooms on two levels. More here: https://www.velizy2.com/cinema At Plaisir, UGC also invests in pleasure, where the opening at the end of 2019 of a multiplex cinema Cité of 9 rooms and 1 280 armchairs to play the role of Open Sky locomotive, the shopping center whose work continues along the road D11. The developer also builds the Open Sky shopping mall, for fun. The signs Primark, Zara, H & M or Undiz will be the locomotives of the center, which is scheduled to open in the fall of 2019. More here in French: https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/plaisir_78490/yvelines-plaisir-multiplexe-ugc-9-salles-futur-centre-commercial_18088098.html In Maurepas, the multiplex, the first stone of which was laid at the end of November, will have eight projection rooms and 1 700 seats on 5 000 m² and two levels in the area of the Leisure Village. A parking space of 500 is planned to accommodate the 400 000 annual visitors expected per year. To achieve this attendance, the complex will be equipped with the latest technologies with an ICE room (immersive Cinema Experience) and a MX4D room with seats that move according to the action of the film. The establishment is expected to be opened by October 2019. More info here in French: https://actu.fr/ile-de-france/maurepas_78383/maurepas-futur-multiplexede-8-salles-attendu-2019_14429803.html And it’s not over: next year, 12 rooms should open at the Parly 2 shopping center, at Le Chesnay next to Versailles! This is great our favorite cinema is improving! More here in French: https://www.parly-2.com/projetcinema And after all the above you might be hungry , really hungry, so heads for…aka for serious meat lovers only. Is meat consumption down? For the-good-restaurateurs, this may be a godsend. As long as you don’t just push a trivial rib steak on the plate but offers an “experience”, a moment. Its Beefbar, just open last October in the former Marbeuf farmhouse in Paris, a few steps from the prestigious Avenue George V, is already filled. A few days ago, walking between carpet rolls and plasterboard, we were struggling to believe that the deadlines would be kept. He never doubted. The place, magnified the Art nouveau room. Beefbar , created in Monaco in 2005 and present since then in Monaco, Mexico City, Cannes, Budapest , and Hong Kong, and now Paris. The meats served will be chosen and worked with the utmost care, including a limousine of Auvergne refined 60 days and of course Kobe beef. More info here: http://paris.beefbar.com/ There you go happy Monday lol! always a drag I know, but hey there is always going to be a first day of the week! Enjoy your week wherever you are! Posted in Europe, France, Paris, Versailles | Leave a Comment » Tags: Europe, France, Paris, Versailles Markets of Valencia, Spain of course! And I bring out east of my beloved Spain, and into the mediterranean. I came here as a boy when my Aunt lives just south in El Saler, then spent many years without coming back,and then voilà came often the last few years! This is Valencia the city of the paella and a lot more. I like to take you into a bit of history on its gastronomy delights ,and what better than the markets or mercados of Valencia. The two I love are the Mercado Central and Mercado de Colon, with the later been my favorite of all. Let me start you off by showcasing the Mercado Central or Central Market to many is the most popular and the most visited of all in Valencia. The Mercado Central is located in the Plaza Ciudad de Brujas. It is considered as one of the masterpieces of Valencian modernism. It is a construction of Valencian modernist style began to be built in the year 1914 and ended in 1928. The Mercado Central combines metal, domes, glass, columns, the Gothic memory of modernism, as if it were a cathedral of commerce, combining with the neighbouring Lonja de la Seda. In the center of the building you can see a large dome topped by a weather vane. It is located on the Plaza del Mercado , next to the Lonja de la Seda or silk market and the Plaza de la Ciudad de Brujas. The old Calle de la Paja separates the Mercado Central to the Church of the Saints Juanes. On the opposite side, the Mercado Central gives to the beautiful Calle Palafox, Plaza en Gall and Calle de las Calabazas. This spectacular market, has 1,200 stands in which sells all kinds of food such as fish, shellfish, fruits, meats and sausages both for domestic consumption and to supply important restaurants in Valencia, which is crowned as the market biggest fresh produce in Europe. The purchase in this place is loaded with great charm by the beauty of its architecture and the tradition and history of the market. I like to give you here some webpages to help you plan your trip here and is a must. Official Mercado Central Tourist office of Valencia on Mercado Central City of Valencia on Mercado Central Then , I move on to the one we like the most and do parking there when visiting the city lately. This is the Mercado de Colon or Columbus market. The Mercado de Colón is located in Calle Jorge Juan ,19 , the building, was conceived and realized between the years 1914 and 1916. It is one of the best examples of the architecture of the Valencian modernism of the beginning of the century. The Mercado de Colón is located in the city’s Eixample, between the Calle Colón and Gran via Marqués de Turia (Calle Conde Salvatierra, Calle Jorge Juan, Calle Cirilo Amoros, and Calle Martínez Ferrando), located in what was formerly the gas factory of the Marqués de Campo The administrative antecedents of the Mercado de Colon (Columbus market) are in the continuous requests of owners and neighbors to the city council towards 1890, in which they requested the implantation of provisional or definitive markets in the area of the Ensanche to avoid the itinerant sale that was generated with the need to obtain goods and necessities without the inconvenience of reaching the remote Mercado Central markets or that of Ruzafa. The Mercado de Colon, like any modernist work, participates in a vast vision of architecture as a total work of art, in which design extends from the conception of the building to each of the elements that form it, with special emphasis on the applied arts. The design of the cast iron columns, in brick, in polychrome ceramics: used as an aesthetic and ornamental element in mosaics and claddings of facades, glass, stone ashlars, artificial stone, used for the program Iconography of the market and carpentry. The Mercado de Colon has a total area of 3,500 m². It presents a basilica plant of 3 naves, a central one of 18.60 meters high and two smaller sides of 9.70 meters. With lighting with cantilevers of 6 meters. On each side, organized in 9 bays of 7 meters of separation. The structure consists of trusses and metal lattice arches made by profiles composed of colonnades joints, and screws in the links with the foundry pillars that support the roof, with heights of 8 meters and 5 meters, with capital and ornamented base. The cover is made by means of square fibre-cement plates , which are fastened with wire to their diagonals. The access to the enclosure is produced by eight large doors that provide a great permeability and connect functionally with the environment throughout its perimeter. They are made with profiles and steel plates, with ornamental elements of smelting and forging. The doors are located in the chamfers and in the centers of each facade. In the facade towards to the Calle Jorge Juan is located a pavilion for municipal uses, 31 x 7.5 meters base, which rises in a pointed arch of 16 meters high and 13 meters of light between supports , with the depth of a creak. It starts from two rectangular base bodies, in one of which is the access staircase to the upper gallery. In the other there are several municipal galleries distributed on three floors. Between the two elements it crosses a gallery destined to offices, built like a bridge between the supports of the arch. Two chimneys topped with curved shapes lined with ceramic fragments are raised on the canopy deck. This façade presents a complete iconographic and symbolic program, in which they are present from the poultry (turkeys, ducks, hens pheasants, geese, roosters) until the butchery (meats, pigs, cows, rabbits), passing by the fish (crabs, crayfish , eels, fish, molluscs), vegetables (pumpkins, corn, peppers cucumbers, tomatoes), snails, flowers of different type and, of course, the fruit (figs, lemons, apricots, pineapples nuts, pineapples, vines, bananas, melons, pomegranates, apples, oranges , pears). Unlike the facade of the Calle Jorge Juan, the towards to that of Calle Conde Salvatierra, consists of a single plane lacking volumetry, executed in brick and with combination of natural and artificial stone . The plane of this facade is limited laterally by troncocónics columns finished in pinnacles, in whose center opens a large parabolic arch of brick of similar dimensions to the other and whose eardrum is closed by a colossal window. The lower part is topped up to about 4 meters high by means of a glass canopy on metal carpentry. At the base of the two great side pinnacles are placed the flower stalls, of great lightness and wavy cover also covered with ceramic fragments. This façade, on the other hand, appears without ornaments, except for some isolated and imperceptible details in the whole as the Rams, the Snails, the pears and the strips of garlic. On December 24, 1916, Christmas Eve, the Mercado de Colon was inaugurated, and according to a local newspaper, it was a spectacular event: from the bullring came a cavalcade formed by the mounted Municipal Guard with the timpani and bugles of the city , the rock of fame, market vendors, the fishing groups, birds and meats and flowers, fruits and vegetables, a chariot occupied by the Queen of the party accompanied by her court of Honor. The Municipal Band and a section of the Civil Guard closed the celebration. The Mercado de Colon has been transformed into a hotel center, with a traditional horchatería, a biocafeteria, Biobrewery, a cafeteria-franchise, two foreign breweries and a restaurant coexist with a florist and the only three original establishments that have lasted: a delicatessen , a fish shop and a fruit shop. A basement that houses a parking area, leaving the central part free for cultural events. Some webpages to help you plan your trip here and it is a must are Offical Mercado de Colon Tourist office of Valencia on Mercado de Colon City of Valencia on Mercado de Colon And there you go , a shopper’s paradise full of history and gorgeous architecture. IN addition, a great city ambiance and people pleasers, a joy to be there. Hope you enjoy the tour of the wonderful Mercado Central and Mercado de Colon of Valencia. Posted in Europe, Spain | 4 Comments » Tags: Europe, Spain Some news from France CCXVI And I am back on my regular news coverage of France , my take, my opinion, my tastes. Today is sunny!!! temp 6C or about 45F no rain of course just lovely in my beautiful Morbihan breton 56. In eternal Paris is about the same at 43F as well as in my beloved Versailles. Let me tell you the latest news on my belle France. There are three weeks of filming in Paris for the production of Roman Polanski’s film, “J’Accuse or I Accuse”, a feature film devoted to the Dreyfus affair with the principal actors Jean-Dujardin and Louis Garrel. The shooting started last November 26th to end on March 7, 2019 for allow a release in early December 2019. The Church of Saint-Germain L’ Auxerrois, was in the spotlight. Inside, while a huge luminous veil occupies the top of the church, an ambient mist creates an atmosphere of the end of the 19C. J’ accuse, the tribune of Emile Zola, denouncing one of the largest anti-Semitic cases in France, starring Louis Garrel in the role of Captain Dreyfus, accused of espionage. Jean-Dujardin is Colonel Marie-Georges Picquart, head of counter-espionage, who will eventually discover that the evidence against Dreyfus was false. More here in Allôcine: http://www.allocine.fr/film/fichefilm_gen_cfilm=229982.html In this period of Epiphany (I am a bit late sorry), the galette de Rois is in the spotlight on all the displays of our bakeries. This winter pastry, more commonly known as Parisienne, makes the happiness of the 7 to 77 years old. Glazed, caramelized or creamy, these artisans of the capital revisit in their own way this traditional dessert, of the New Year. At Douceurs et Traditions, 85, rue Saint-Dominique, 7éme, Metro La Tour-Maubourg. At Karamel Paris, 67, rue Saint-Dominique ,7éme, Metro La Tour-Maubourg. And Un Glace à Paris, 15, rue Saint Croix de la Bretonnerie , 4éme, Metro Hôtel de Ville. Webpages for above pâtisseries : https://www.yelp.com/biz/nelly-julien-douceurs-et-traditions-paris https://karamelparis.com/ http://uneglaceaparis.fr/web/ Beans and patties of kings are the inseparable of the pastry. Celebrating the 500th anniversary of Château de Chambord ( dept Loir-et-Cher), slips in his patties, beans with the effigies of historical figures, such as François I and Louis XIV, who contributed to the fame of the castle. Gluttony, the beans of the houses Hugo and Victor ,7éme and Karamel Paris, 7éme celebrate the desserts with unpublished pieces. More sporting, the 11 winning and red beans of the boutique Un Glace à Paris 4éme, will make you meet Emmanuel Petit, world Champion 98 and Emmanuel Ryon, best worker of France, to celebrate together the Epiphany. The wine of course will be white, and sweet enough to embrace the sweetness of the dessert. A semi-dry Champagne; or a muted Muscat ,whose fermentation was brutally halted by adding pure alcohol are in order. A story of France and the people that belongs as French. 1954,the cold envelops France, at Saint-Denis, Smaïl, a worker, is sleeping outside, at minus 13 °C, on the site where he works. A few steps away from the location of the future Stade de France, where 44 years later, his son, help gave the football World Cup for France in 1998; his son Zinedine Zidane. Histoire d’Une Nation or Stories of a nation,will be projected this Thursday evening today 20h15 at the cinema L’Ecran in Saint-Denis. This series in four episodes was aired in September and October last on France 2 TV. It interweaves the little stories and the great, drawing the portrait of a France that was built, sometimes in pain, according to successive waves of immigration, from 1870 to 2005. This suburb, where the generations of immigrants from Spain, Italy, Algerians, Malians mingled, inevitably fed the work. The film also gives the floor to immigrants and children of immigrants from Marseille, Toulouse, Clermont-Ferrand… There is a common history, a French history that has not been told. And from this point of view, the Seine-Saint-Denis is not atypical, Free entrance.More here in French: https://www.lecranstdenis.org/evenements/on-en-parle-histoire-dune-nation/ During the night of 12 or 13 October 1973, five wooden sculptures dating from the 16C and 18C were stolen. Only Sainte-Anne and the Virgin could be found. Forty-six years after being stolen from Houdan, a statue representing St. Anne and the Virgin will return to her place in the Church of St. James (St Jacques) the Major of Houdan. The statue of Sainte-Anne and the Virgin, with a height of 94 cm in polychrome wood, was to be auctioned last December 8th by a sales hall which has a street-corner in Heidelberg (Germany) for a starting price of 6 000€. Luckily it was found before the sale by Eurojust an European service tracking these stolen goods. In a similar story, a statue of St. Christopher in Wood, stolen from the church of Cergy-Village in Cergy (Val-d’oise 95) in November 1973, resurfaced last October. The work was spotted in Frankfurt (Germany) when it was to be sold. Be aware of what you buy in these markets in Europe. A WWII bomb was discovered on the site of the future Tramway line 13. The bomb discovered in St Cyr l’Ecole, right next to the train station. It’s an English bomb dating back to WWII, weighing 500 pounds or about 250 kg and 115 kg of explosives, this bomb, in the event of an explosion, could cause a crater 4 meters wide and 3 meters deep by projecting splinters within a radius of 300 meters. This kind of discoveries remains rather common in this area.More from the agglo area here in French: https://www.versaillesgrandparc.fr/actualites/toute-lactualite/details/article/operation-de-deminage-a-sai/ A chemical transformation, more accurately, carried out by micro-organisms, bacteria, yeast or mold on the sugar in the absence of oxygen. And now it gives us the three pillars of French gastronomy: bread, cheese and wine. Moreover, two of them (hint: not the cheese) symbolize the body and blood of Jesus Christ. The fermentation holds the divine. When it is controlled by the human hand, fermentation gives a more complex taste to the food and keeps it longer. It’s useful. Enjoy it the tip.More in French from the La Revue du Vin de France: https://www.larvf.com/,fermentation-definition-dictionnaire-du-vin-vocabulaire-lexique,10355,4025490.asp In the opinion of professional buyers like designers, Paris offers this season the most beautiful stage for the fashion of men. The American, British and Japanese labels feast on the public. Fashion Weeks, from last Tuesday night, first day of parades in the city. 56 shows (10 more compared to the previous edition) , and 26 presentations, 15 nationalities are on the program until this coming Sunday evening, making once again (and even more than ever) Paris the great capital of men’s fashion; definitively, Paris is a springboard to fame and fashion for the youngest but especially for the most adventurous. The LVMH brand is set up under the dome of the Opéra Garnier; where the men’s fashion has never paraded. The company eco-friendly Lime will make available to the small world of fashion, a fleet of electric scooters, in partnership with Paris Fashion Week. More here in French on the Fédération de la Haute Couture et de la Mode: https://fhcm.paris/fr/paris-fashion-week-fr/calendrier-des-defiles/?session=session_1539768337 The first 12 cars sold in France are indeed produced by one of the two French car groups,no surprise very local mindset. The top 3 is made up of the Renault Clio, followed by the Peugeot 208 and the compact SUV Peugeot 3008. In fourth position , the first model of the Citroën C3. Next comes the entry-level model of the low-cost Dacia manufacturer, the Sandero. In sixth place is the Renault Captur, followed by the Peugeot 2008 and the compact 308. Dacia Duster in 9th, Renault Twingo ,10th, Renault Megane ,11th and Citroën C3 Aircross 12th. The first foreign car on the list is German. This is the Volkswagen Polo, which is followed by a Japanese: the Toyota Yaris produced in France in Valenciennes! . Follow again by locals Peugeot 5008 and the Renault Kadjar. A second Volkswagen, the Golf, slips to 17th place, been the most sold car in Europe, and due for a generation change this year. The 18th place is occupied by the Opel Corsa which will also change generation this year. It will be developed on the platform of DS3 Crossback and Peugeot 208, Opel being passed into the lap of PSA. In the penultimate position is the small Fiat 500. The Ford Fiesta manages to climb to 20th place.Of course, I am a Ford lover, but not the Fiesta, mine done in Saarbruken and Valencia! According to the French Automobile Manufacturers Assoc or CCFA: https://ccfa.fr/ My Ford dealer has invited me to a party this coming Saturday with food and drinks and maybe can get another deal from my salesperson lol!! Always out you never know…Stay tune ::) The company Novaxia is planning to reallocate the phantom metro station Croix Rouge into a culinary space. Located in the 6éme arrondissement, the station will be transformed into a Halle halfway between an underground market and a restaurant with a cocktail bar on long quays of 75 meters. Another project is the Le Chai subaquatique or the underwater cellar; here not only can you have a drink (or two) but you can dive! Led by Winereef , the project includes a diving pit, a food market and urban agriculture garden. Réservoirs de Passy 16éme arrondissement. These and more new to paris at Reinventer Paris webpage : http://www.reinventer.paris/fr/resultats/ Do not recall if told you before but a classic is coming nearer me at Montparnasse (my entry point to Paris for the last few years). It’s the Bouillon, the real, the only, the first in the matter.At the bottom of a small courtyard, the Bouillon Chartier captivated by its beauty preserved since 1896. Here is all the traditional French cuisine that is in the spotlight with low prices that make the house proud. And this, the group Joulie (owner of the Bouillon Chartier) understood it well, since a second Bouillon will open its doors at 59, boulevard de Montparnasse. More here: https://www.bouillon-chartier.com/fr/ The Le Chalet des îles on an island in the Bois de Boulogne, is since its creation under Napoleon III, been a high-level spot for meetings. In the evening for the social evenings and the day to sink into one of those armchairs by the fireside. As a country house that you would never want to leave, you can stay for hours to enjoy the quiet, yet so close to Paris. Le Chalet des ïles; 14, Chemin de Ceinture du Lac Inférieur 16éme arrondissement, open very day from noon to 22h30. Webpage here: http://chalet-des-iles.com/en We are painting you think of period furniture, grand piano and monumental chimney. You want some more? At the bar of the hotel Aubusson you can spend the evening enjoying the Jazz concerts (from Wednesday to Saturday evening) sipping a whisky by the fire. For the workers (or the most connected) the WiFi is free. Café Laurent, 33, rue Dauphine 6éme arrondissement, open daily from 12h to Midnight. Webpage here: http://www.hoteldaubusson.com/en/cafe-laurent.html On a non tourist news, I close out this news bulletin, but me think worth telling you. On Saturday 12 January at 9h (9am), a violent explosion caused by a gas leak erupted in the Boulangerie Hubert at rue de Trévise in the 9éme arrondissement of Paris. Since then, the city Hall of Paris has indicated that 6 Parisian buildings are at risk of collapse. Nine buildings are temporarily banned from occupancy, six of which threaten to collapse. The city of Paris remains fully mobilized in support of the victims. At the request of the mayor of Paris, they will all benefit from an accompaniment in their rehousing. They will also do everything they could to facilitate their efforts, particularly with regard to insurance. The commitment is clear: they will be at their side in this very difficult moment and we will not leave anyone without accommodation solution, City of Paris, the eternal city. A tribute was given this Thursday to Simon Cartannaz and Nathanael Josselin, the two firefighters killed in the explosion of the rue de Trévise in Paris. The Barracks Champerret,(HQ of firefighers brigades of Paris) in the 17éme arrondissement of Sergeant Simon Cartannaz and Corporal Nathanael Josselin had a farewell emotional tribute to these under 30 men who risk all to save, according to police more than 20 lives here. RIP http://www.pompiersparis.fr/fr/news/interventions/deces-du-caporal-chef-simon-cartannaz-et-du-sapeur-de-premiere-classe-nathanael-josselin Enjoy your visit to our eternal Paris you are in good hands here. And remember, happy travels, good health, and many cheers to all!!! Posted in Bretagne, Europe, France, Paris, Versailles | 1 Comment » Tags: Bretagne, Europe, France, Paris, Versailles Some news from Spain LXXIII And here I am back on the news of my Spain! It is weird entry as my site is telling me to use HTML and not visual text lol! Will see how it come out! Anyway, it is mild in my beloved Madrid; quite sunny at 58F or about 14C pretty much the same in my neck of the woods now a bit cloudier and cooler at 11C or about 50F. Well let me tell you about Spain! The Altamira museum suspended this past Friday in exceptional way the visits to the World Heritage Cave by the increase of the levels of carbon dioxide (CO2) inside the cavity, an increase that is natural and seasonal and that is determined by the climatic situation. It had decided to maintain the regime of controlled access and limited to the cave of Altamira consists of a visit per week for five people of 37 minutes of duration, which is carried out under a strict protocol of clothing and lighting, and with a tour and times of permanence defined for each area of the cave. The visit to the cave of Altamira takes place every Friday at 10h40 and can participate in the selection procedure of the five participants all persons over 16 years who are visiting the museum between 9h30 and 10h30 of that same day..More info in Spanish of course: Cuevas Turisticas de Espana on Altamira The museum webpage in English: Min of Culture site on Altamira caves And the local Cantabrian tourist site: Cantabria tourist office on Altamira caves Banksy’s work arrives for the first time in Spain with an “unauthorized sample of works from private collections” that will be exhibited in the Espacio 51 de Ifema (51 space of Ifema) , in Madrid, starting this past Thursday. The exhibition : Banksy, genius or vandal? will include more than 70 creations, including original works, sculptures, installations, videos and photographs. Of those selected by the Lilley Fin Art/Contemporary Art Trade Gallery, the main curator of the British artist, highlights the original serigraphy of the series ‘ Girl with Balloon ‘, similar to that recently self destructed in London after being auctioned by more than a million euros. will also be present works of the series ‘ The Walled Off Hotel ‘, created last year in Bethlehem with views to the Israeli wall that surrounds the city, and photographs of the project ‘ Dismaland ‘, the dystopian amusement park that Banksy inaugurated in Somerstet, as well as pieces dedicated to ‘ Brexit ‘ and other topical issues. In Madrid, visitors will be greeted by an impressive audiovisual surround installation, specially created for this exhibition. More here: https://www.esmadrid.com/agenda/banksy-genius-vandal-feria-madrid The coolest neighborhood in the world is closer than we thought and specifically in the center of Madrid. Lavapiés or Embajadores in the end it is the same, a multicultural neighborhood where the mixture of ethnicities, countries and cultures prevails. At least it is the opinion of the magazine ‘ Time Out ‘, which on the occasion of its 50 anniversary was proposed to find the coolest neighborhood on the planet and see where it was in Madrid! See more here: https://www.timeout.com/coolest-neighbourhoods-in-the-world And from my angle to choose something unique and nice of Madrid you can go to Taberna La Elisa : This Castiza Tavern offers traditional Castilian cuisine without great secrets, hence the success among the neighbors and visitors of the area. Try your potatoes bravas, your pig’s ear or its version of the classic Pincho matrimonio (marriage) is immerse yourself in the usual gastronomy, although updated, from Madrid. Calle Santa Maria, 42.More here: http://eltriciclo.es/la-elisa/ Sala Equis, here the gastronomy and the culture go directly from the hand. Not only is it a restaurant (located on the ground floor of the premises), it is a cultural center where movies, thematic clicks and other types of encounters are exhibited. A place where the tapas premium is the tapas: Pan bao of Bull’s tail, hummus of coconut and lime, or sandwich of black bread with squids. And everything while you enjoy a free concert. At Calle Duque de Alba, 4. More here: http://salaequis.es/comer-y-beber/ La Fisna , (great place if you are into wines like me) One of those places always with tradition and solera that is still successful in Madrid. It stands as the ideal place for wine lovers, not only because it is a shop, it is also a tavern where to eat and pairing well are insured. In his menu a little bit of everything: homemade chicken marinade, Madrid tripe, truffled Bologna or Pacenta bao. And, of all, a lot of wine to choose from. A cozy wine bar , beautiful bar hall with brick seen on the walls, aluminium bar and barrels as a candle-holder to enjoy the more than 300 references that propose, good stock of foreign labels, references of the Jerez, Champagnes.etc All wines are priced at store prices plus four euros of corkage. At Calle Amparo, 91. More here: https://www.yelp.com/biz/la-fisna-madrid A bit of tourism into wine country of my beloved Spain Haro, in La Rioja Alta, is much more than viticulture and wineries, although everything or almost revolves around them. These are lands of the Ebro river basin, which arrives here from Miranda, and continues to draw sinuous meanders, passing through the bridge of Briñas, Gothic and seven-eyed. It is this river water that waters the vines, this and the one of the Oja-Tiron river. But, in addition, Haro boasts no seven hills such as Rome, but three hills, which are the ones that escort the villa, and two mountain systems that shelter it, the Obaerenes mountains, which start in the impressive gorge of Pancorbo, and the Sierra de Cantabria. The lighting here dates from 1890, which is not bad, and took place-if you want to recall such a milestone-in the Plaza de la Paz, where eight spotlights and 260 bulbs were lit. The first particular house to enjoy light was… guess what? The Doctor’s! In 1891 the electrical installation was completed and Haro was placed on the route of the cities of Modernity: Haro, Havana, Paris,etc. What to see other than vines well; from the medieval tower, next to the Arch of St. Bernard, which was to reach the village, converted into a museum (also the Santa Barbara), or the city/town hall, which is in the aforementioned Plaza de la Paz, which is 18C and neoclassical , the Church of Saint Thomas, Renaissance, known for its tower, passing through which was the Convent of St. Augustine of which today is a hotel (Los Agustinos), or the Bretón de los Herreros theater. And do not leave, there is still more: the Basilica of Our Lady of the Vega, in the square of the same name, this of the 10C, although it is mainly baroque; The hermitage of San Felices, which is in the crags of Bilbio, in what is called Conchas de Haro, four km from the village. The famous wine battle is celebrated here. You said palaces well see the Bendaña, also called “Terni”, Plateresque, with Mudejar gallery with stars and intertwined flowers; that of Salazar, almost Herrera and Pre-baroque; That of the Counts of Haro, Renaissance lower and Baroque details, and that of Tejada, emblem of the villa, rococo; the ones of Condestables, and Bezaras. Enjoy them. But wait this is after all wine country par excellence. An interpretation center of Rioja Wine, or Centro de Interpretación del Vino de Rioja where it was going to be but here. To know everything about the vine, its cultivation and the elaboration of wine, which has much to say also the neighborhood in question, which is the Estacion ( station), where they camp at its wide seven wineries, five centenarians, which make it a whole theme park!.More on the Center here: https://www.haroturismo.org/en/wine-tourism/rioja-wine-interpretation-centre/ Some of its beauty I have enjoyed for many years and now fruit of their labor are winning prizes galore. It is no other than the Muga Aro 2015, which has just been named best wine of Spain 2018 with 99 points from James Suckling, awarded by the guru , in addition to being placed in the position 32 in the Top 100 of the world and be the only Spanish reference among the first 50. It was James Suckling himself who has described this wine as “supersexy, sophisticated and tasty.” And if you are pink, lean down the Flor de Muga, in the 19th place of the Top 100 of Spain and with 94 points on 100. This one with a hint of raspberry and some watermelon. You are in Haro, remember, Bodegas Muga, founded in 1932! Here is the bodega: https://www.bodegasmuga.com/en/ And you should walk and do some serious tapas rounds here and enjoya ll these and many other wines , do so at this neighborhood. The one at Herradura, the must area to be ;includes the streets of Calle de Santo Tomás (the Church’s tower on the back) and Calle de San Martín. Haro that is Enjoy it!!! Haro tourist office here: https://www.haroturismo.org/en/ Let me bring you back to an area very dear to me as spent many summers here with the family and dear late wife Martine. Too mountainous if compared to La Mancha and little uneven rough in relation to the Serranía de Cuenca. This is the Manchuela, the region that extends between those provinces of Cuenca and Albacete. With a river, the Júcar. Much of its course runs through a deep canyon that water has been carving in the limestone land for millennia. Gorgeous! This is the biggest whim of the Júcar river in the Manchuela conquense (Cuenca). The meanders of the river have chiseled the rock to give rise to a kind of peninsula on which the town was built. If we add the forests of pines, ramparts, towers, bridges, gorges and the castle, it seems a place out of the imagination. The majority of these elements overlook the path of the small circuit Hoz de Alarcón (see my post on Alarcon). In one of its recesses is created the town of Alcalá del Júcar, already in the province of Albacete. Start exploring the streets on the slope of this town built on the canyon wall, in the caves of Masagó you can see how they are, or how they were, those houses built by scratching the mountain. A tunnel enters its bowels to the other part of the rock. Inside, these caves house a bar, a restaurant and a couple of museum spaces. Like Alarcón, Alcalá del Júcar also has a castle. It was Muslim and from it comes its name: Al Qalat, fortified place. And, like Alarcón, it also passed into the hands of Juan Pacheco, Marquis of Villena, once the Christian conquest. You will arrived now at Jorquera or Sucro as called by the Romans and Xuquer, devastator , the Muslims of Al-Andalus, in allusion to its indomitable character. To the bridge of Maldonado ,this bridge, precisely, leads to a very special place. The cave-houses of the other half-deserted river margin have now have become stylish accommodations. Until Alarcón, the first stage of the trip, comes the autovia del Este (Madrid-Valencia) or A-3 and its link to the old national road N-III, from which comes a small road. Afterwards, just follow the Júcar river, downstream. Well posted.More info here on the Cuevas: http://cuevasdemasago.com/ Las Pinturas Murales de Jesus Mateo more info at http://muralalarcon.org/eng/pi/info.html And at on the área of Manchuela tourism in Spanish: http://www.lamanchuelarural.com/index.php?menu=27&id=0&nombre=A-donde-ir-que-hacer_es_27&idioma=en And back to my Madrid for more wines, simply awesome store and lucky I have it closer too in Paris (Madeleine). Lavinia at Calle José Ortega y Gasset, 16. The winery store of this establishment is one of the best in the world and in its small gastronomic space (that this year, in addition, it has premiered a terrace in the Madrid Milla de Oro (Golden Mile) ). It is possible to try any of these references at store price. In addition, it has a small tavern menu, with an offer of wines by glasses (some of them of high range, they are preserved thanks to the system Coravin) and dishes of season (salad, anchovies). Every Friday there’s bouillabaise! Awesome!!! More info here: https://www.lavinia.es/es/paginas/contacto And to do credit for those that credit is deserve. The newspaper El Mundo of Madrid from which I get many of my articles has a section call El MundoVino or the world of wine and they offered prizes to the best winemaker and their work. This is the XXV edition and the winners were: The Red wine of the year is the least named of the great wines of López Heredia, the Viña Bosconia Reserva 2006 R. López de Heredia-Viña Tondonia, (which is just darn good mind you oops sorry my words), which in this vintage reaches a particularly notable level of delicacy and finesse, and also represents one of the best relationships pleasure/price of the entire Spanish wine spectrum. A wonderful bargain and a classic. Classic is already the splendid Do Ferreiro Cepas Vellas 2016 Gerardo Méndez Lázaro, in one of his best vintages, coming from the astonishing vineyard of more than 200 years that together with Jancis Robinson discovered two decades ago without being able to almost believe our eyes. Albariño as a great white wine worthy of those of the Rhine or of Burgundy. And finally that pink work of a French artist, Bertrand Sourdais, (and the French are here of course) who arrived at the Douro from another river, the Loire, where the tradition of the rosé is important. But here, in the Highlands, its Le Rosé de Antídoto 2016 Bodegas Antídoto collects and updates the local tradition of the clarets: two thirds Tempranillo, one third greater Albillo Mayor. The result is an immense and complex wine that surpasses the color classifications. Honorable mention goes to these worthy liquid of the gods (seek them out wherever you are!) : Castillo de Ygay Gran Reserva Especial 2009 Marqués de Murrieta, DOC Rioja. El Misterio 2015 Compañía Lebaniega de Vinos y Licores, sin DOC. Finca O Figueiral 2016 Coto de Gomariz, DO Ribeiro. La Bota 83 de Manzanilla Pasada Bota Equipo Navazos, DO Jerez y Manzanilla La Plazuela 2011. Las Beatas 2015 Cía. de Vinos Telmo Rodríguez, DOC Rioja. María 2013 Viñedos Alonso del Yerro, DO Ribera del Duero. Pago Valdebellón 2015 Abadía Retuerta, VT Castilla y León. Pedro Ximénez de Sacristía 2011 Alvear, DO Montilla-Moriles . Tilenus Pieros 2011 Bodegas Estefanía, DO Bierzo. Viña de Martín Escolma 2013 Luis A. Rodríguez Vázquez, DO Ribeiro. Viña El Pisón 2015 Viñedos Lacalle y Laorden, DOC Rioja. En Vinos Veritas indeed!! And I leave you this time with the fruit of the gods, enjoy it. Enjoy Spain, everything under the Sun! Posted in Europe, Madrid, Spain | Leave a Comment » Some news from France CCXV Ok hey been a while not on my routine news of my belle France! Well with the holidays and vacation and just getting back to work today…. Oh yes need to tell you more of my France, with all the extra exciting news happening always in the Hexagone... I leave those to others more sadder folks. Let me concentrate on the beauty of it and the positives of it all. Update on gare du nord Paris! The administrative steps taken, the the work will be able to start at the end of 2019-after obtaining the building permit. The lifting of the first European railway station-222 million passengers per year-must be completed before the 2024, and looks spectacular. Some 600 million euros of work are programmed to accompany the increase of the passenger flow-800,000 in 2024 against 700,000 today-with the creation of a starting terminal, modernize, secure, open the building and adapt it to the new Mobility. Three times larger, the new station with a 300-meters platform will include 100,000 square meters dedicated to railway activity, traffic, shops,restaurants, and leisure. The project also has a collaborative workspace. The station will remains open, the work will have to take place at night. Noise and anti-dust devices had to be imagined. It may be necessaire to relocate some of the nearby residents. It sure will be awesome! France has become the sexiest destination in the world. The proof, while the cruise collections are usually shown in exotic and exceptional destinations, Louis Vuitton and Gucci decide to “cruiser” in the south of France. It will be at the Fondation Maeght in Saint-Paul-de-Vence for Louis Vuitton with parade between the sculptures of Miró, Calder or Giacometti.More here: https://wwd.com/runway/cruise-2019/paris/louis-vuitton/review/ The abundant music of John Williams will be performed live by the Orchestre National of Ile-de-France, to the rhythm of the images of the saga to the planetary success.. Originally, George Lucas, designer of the “Star Wars” and director of the first film (1977), wanted, on the model of “2001: The Odyssey of Space”, to use classical music (“The Bolero” of Ravel, in particular). But Steven Spielberg advised John Williams, who had composed the very effective music of the “Jaws of the sea.” The sequel is known. The adventure lasts for more than thirty years..More info here:. http://www.orchestre-ile.com/saison.php?id=651&lang=fr#ticketfin There are places that make their space, immediately. The Brach,opened only two months ago, and here the all-Paris has taken it in a bang with its superb terrace overlooking the Eiffel Tower. The Brach is the last creation of the Evok group, which already has two chalets in Courchevel, a restaurant in the Palais Royal and another 5 stars in the Opéra, the Nolinski, this former sorting center of the post office in the 1970’s, between the Rue de la Pompe and rue Jean-Richepin. Everything has been deconstructed and rebuilt to create this hotel of glass, with its restaurant of 150 covered with DJ in the evening, starting at 19h30. Mediterranean menu. The decoration is thought from A to Z by Philippe Starck, the inevitable. This summer the big terrace should make a bang, with its young and trendy clientele. The open kitchen lets the chef see the floor. A pastry, at the entrance, presents succulent cakes. In the floors, 52 rooms, including seven suites with their incredible terraces, will certainly be rented for endless celebrations, with plunge in the Jacuzzi and immense loungers with welcoming cushions. The interior decorations are loaded with desire. Warm. With dressing and ample marble bathroom. The gym is open to people who are not members of the hotel as well. The address: Le Brach, 1-7 Rue Jean Richepin (16éme). Tél. +33 (0) 1.44.30.10.00. More info here: Le Brach Hotel Paris The Disney’s Hotel New York before it closes its doors for renovation work, which will last until the summer of 2020. Inaugurated at the same time as the Disneyland Paris Park in 1992, this hotel is the first of six that the amusement park has to be closed for renovation. More than just a facelift, it is a real makeover that will know the four star hotel, which will be redecorated in the colors of the Marvel universe. Disney’s 2009 comic book franchise is one of three universes in the planned expansion of the Walt Disney Studios between 2019 and 2025, with the Snow Queen and Star Wars. The hotel’s future logo, which will be renamed “Disney’s Hotel New York-the Art of Marvel”, surrounded by extras embodying several superheroes of the franchise universe. The spirit of New York will be preserved but all the spaces will be redecorated, with unique works such as posters, statues or derived objects. The hall will be embellished with comic drawings in black and white retro lit and superheroes engravings, on stainless steel plates that adorn the columns. Three Ironman armours will welcome visitors to the New York City Bar and a panoramic view from the top of a Big Apple skyscraper. At each of the eight floors of the art galleries work in the hallways recall a different Marvel hero like Captain America, Spiderman or Ironman. All according to Disneyland. More here: http://disneylandparis-news.com/en/first-details-on-the-future-disneys-hotel-new-york-the-art-of-marvel/ Saint-Serge Church, in the 19éme arrondissement, near the park of Buttes-Chaumont. The wrought iron grate contrasts with the illuminated signs of the rue de Crimée . After a winding dirt road that rises to the hill, a wooden pavilion appears, hidden in the middle of the greenery: it is the Orthodox Church of Saint Serge. Everything is gilding, profusion of ornaments and colors… Blue walls, green columns, a red carpet that stretches to the iconostasis. From the ceiling frescoes to the carved benches, the meticulousness of the motifs is striking. Back in 1857. A German, a certain von Bodelschwing, seduced by the magic of the place, decides to build a Lutheran temple. The style is clean and simple, unique to Protestant buildings. In 1924, the Orthodox Committee bought the land and ordered sketches from Dimitri Stelletsky, a prominent theater decorator. The artist after finishing his work left a plaque with the inscription “I started painting the church on November 6, 1925. I finished on December 1, 1927. Dimitri Stelletsky. » Princess Elena Sergueievna Lvova. her father is no other than the brother of Prince Lvov, President of the Provisional Government after the abdication of Tsar Nicholas II. She was one of those Russian aristocrats forced to leave their homeland after the 1917 Bolshevik revolution. It is only after her arrival in France that she dedicates herself to the art that will occupy her whole life: the iconography. By the end of the 1920’s, she had become one of the best of her time. From Finland to Tunisia, through the Notre-Dame-du-Signe Church of bd Exelmans 16éme arrondissement, its icons are everywhere. In 1924, when many Russians joined France after the Bolshevik Revolution of 1917, Metropolitan,Euloge, the figure of local orthodoxy, was looking for a church for the formation of his priests. Thanks to donations raised by his community, he manages to acquire the land of the hill at an auction… on July 24, 1924. The feast day of Saint Serge de Radonége. From then on, the Parisian building was dedicated to this inescapable personality of Russian religious history. Church of Saint Serge, 93 rue de Crimea . Visits outside the offices by appointment at mob +33 (0) 6.32.68.41.92. or by email at milanjrad@gmail.com. Entry is Free. Tourist office of Paris: tourist office of Paris on St Serge Church Chambourcy (78) – La Defense (92) in half an hour chrono, it is now possible. Precisely from 7h30. This Monday morning as I write, when the first shuttle of the new express bus line set up by Ile-de-France Mobilité, (old STIF) will leave the stop Renaissance, direction the most business district of Europe, via the autoroute A 14. Two departures in the morning, at 55 minutes apart, and two returns, at 18h and 19h, are programmed daily. An excellent solution to prevent motorists from going into the city centers of Saint-Germain or Poissy to take the RER A. In time was coming would have been great! Fopublic transports in the region of Ïle de France: ViaNavigo ile de France transports The Parc Saint-Paul still innovates with a new attraction: Dino Disk’O. proof of the park’s good health. At Parc Saint-Paul, all the attractions are accessible to children over 1.20 meters (3ft 11 in). And it works. the park is off the road D931 in Saint-Paul, dept Oise 60 Hauts de France, and only 8km west of Beauvais. More here: Official Parc Saint Paul The largest private European collection of objects in the saga imagined by George Lucas is entering the Espace Expo Lafayette Drouot. A new exhibition site extending over 1000 m2 and which will host almost 600 exclusive objects, owned by Daniel Prada, an intergalactic fan of Star Wars. The Expo takes us into the universe of this iconic work through a series of mythical pieces and a unique scenography . Star Wars : The Fans counter-attack. Espace Expo Lafayette Drouot 44, rue du Faubourg-Montmartre 9éme arrondissement until February 28 2019. More info here : https://www.centre-expo-lafayette-drouot.com/project/les-fans-contre-attaquent/ Les Beaux-Arts de Paris (Paris fine arts) pays homage to Leonardo da Vinci and his contemporaries, exposing for the first time thirty drawings of masters of the Italian Renaissance, including four drawings by Leonardo da Vinci and those of other great painters. A prestigious and exclusive collection! Léonard de Vinci et la Renaissance Italienne, Beaux-Arts de Paris, 14, rue Bonaparte ,6éme arrondissement ; from January 25 to April 19 2019. More info here : http://www.beauxartsparis.fr/fr/expositions/expositions-futures A landmark of many poets, musicians and painters, the Butte becomes, starting from 1870, a magnificent playground for all these artists. The Museum of Montmartre plunges us back into this artistically fast period, through a playful and poetic route where we can stroll through the village, from workshop to workshop. A nice way to rediscover the neighborhood! Artists in Montmartre, mythical places and workshops Musée de Montmartre 12, rue Cortot ,18éme arrondissement , Until February 10 2019.More info here: http://museedemontmartre.fr/exposition/lieux-ateliers-mythiques/ In three key periods, this expo focuses on the representation of black figures in the visual arts, the abolition of slavery in France (1794) to the present day. It is also interested in the dialogue between the artist and the model, through the major works of Théodore Géricault, Charles Cordier, Edouard Manet, Paul Cézanne, Henri Matisse, and the photographers Nadar and Carjat. The black model, from Géricault to Matisse at the Musée d’Orsay 1, rue de la Légion-d’Honneur ,7éme arrondissement ; will be from March 26 to July 21 2019, SEE IT ; more info here : https://m.musee-orsay.fr/en/exhibitions/article/black-models-47692.html The Paris Council approved the launch of the operation “Eiffel Tower Site”. The programe: a space of 54 ha (about 133 acres) around the monument with the aim of rebalancing the public use for the benefit of pedestrians and improving the accessibility to the monument. And a bonus: You can find information points for tourism, cultural animations, toilets or even shops! Stay tune. More in French here: Paris Council news Everything is part of the project Reinvent the Seine. By this way, in the summer of 2017, Fluctuart entered and won the project. We are talking about an urban center whose access will be totally free. However, it must be stated that it is not about any center… We still talk about a building nestled on the Seine at the edge of the Invalides bridge overlooking the Grand Palais. We’ll be dealing with a mastodon of 1000 m2 on three floors. So the place is full of surprises. In addition to a permanent collection, we will have access to temporary exhibitions. Fluctuart will also house a bookstore and a large terrace where it is possible to consume cocktails and brunch in particular. Waiting for this building full of promises planned for the spring 2019. Stay Tune!!! More here in English! Reinventer la Seine Paris And I leave you with something to try at home, we will , I promise! Catalan-Breton Paella: The recipe of Catherine Roig: chicken thighs, rabbit legs, smoked breast, Catalan rice and Breton scampi. This multi-influences paella is a family heirloom for the journalist Catherine Roig, born to a Spanish father and a Breton mother. Preparation time: 1 h 15; Cooking time: 1 h 50; Difficulty: Medium ; Ingredients for 6 persons 20 cloves of garlic (+ 2 for parsley); 2 onions; 2 red peppers; 2 green peppers; 2 chicken thighs, cut in four; 3 rabbit thighs, cut in four; 100 g smoked breast cut into large bacon; 3 Chipolatas sausages cut into 2 cm pieces; 500 g of mussels; 6 Live lobsters; 400 g of calamari in pieces or rings; 500 g of Spanish round (or long) rice; 800 g peeled tomatoes (Datterini are ideal); 1 large pinch of saffron pistils; 6 strands of parsley; 4 to 6 soup spoons. of olive oil; Salt, sweet pepper Step 1: The confit of onions and the compote of peppers. Chop garlic and onions, make them come back in a paella dish with olive oil. They should not burn but cook for 15 to 20 minutes. clean, seed out and cut the diced peppers, add to the dish, salt, pepper, cook for 15 minutes stirring. All this has to be soft… Step 2: Meat and calamari. Add the bacon, turn 5 minutes, then add the chicken and rabbit, mix 5 minutes, add the Chipolatas and calamari, mix 10 minutes and simmer for 20 minutes stirring regularly. Step 3: Tomatoes, mussels and scampi. Pour the tomatoes with their juice into the dish, cook for 20 minutes, stirring. Boil 1.5 L (about half a gallon US) of water, infuse the saffron, reserve. Sprinkle the rice over the entire surface of the dish, mix well, and watered half of the saffron. Pour the remainder gradually until the rice is cooked. Don’t stir the paella again. Then, 5 minutes after the rice, add the mussels and the lobsters. The rice should be very slightly crunchy, and it must remain juicy. It can take 20 to 30 minutes. Chop together the remaining garlic and parsley, and sprinkle the paella. Voilà ! buen provecho ou bon appétit! kalon digor!!! There you go ,enjoy it fully, its all worth it. And remember, happy travels ,good health, and many cheers to all!!!

Paid Program — What's This? Financial Inclusion Challenge Language 中文 EN 日本語 한국어 Financial Inclusion’s Best in Class By The Center for Financial Inclusion at Accion For the last 10 years, the Global Microscope on Financial Inclusion has systematically reported what it takes to create an enabling environment for financial inclusion. The good news is that the global financial-inclusion community increasingly understands what works and is designing essential reforms. But the rate of progress is gradual and uneven, and in some areas, still lacking. The latest Global Microscope takes a closer look at what it takes to create an inclusive financial sector—and where intensive effort is most needed. Tying for first place in the global rankings are Peru and Colombia, scoring 89 (out of 100). Second place is also a tie, with two Asian countries, India and Philippines, each scoring 78. Pakistan earns third place with a score of 63. The spreads between first, second and third place are wider than they are between any other consecutive rungs in the index, but the top-ranking countries are in fact the same as last year. Peru, Colombia, Philippines, India and Pakistan are longtime financial inclusion institutional and regulatory leaders. With this much consistency in the leaderboard, the more fascinating stories may lie with this year’s “most improved players”: India, Costa Rica, Honduras and Egypt. Each country has made notable progress on financial inclusion, but none more than India. With a national biometric identification system in place, continued progress on access and usage of bank accounts, an improved institutional framework and commitment to digital payments, India—already among the top countries—is increasingly seen as a model for ongoing progress. Commitment and consistency matter. An enabling environment for financial inclusion does not happen overnight. Colombia’s and India’s financial inclusion policy efforts predate even the first Global Microscope. Peru and Philippines signed on to the Maya Declaration, the first global platform for commitment to financial inclusion, back in 2011, with a small group of only 15 other countries. In short, it has taken years of concerted effort and political will for the top countries to earn and keep their spots in the Global Microscope index. Broad-based policy pays off. The Global Microscope measures 12 components of the financial sector, ranging from level of government support to strength of dispute resolution mechanisms. None of the leading countries scored below 50 percent in any of the 12 components, and all but India achieved 100 percent in at least four components. (Colombia achieved perfect scores in a whopping eight components.) The leading countries demonstrate that you have to proceed on multiple fronts simultaneously to make meaningful progress in financial inclusion. Consumer protection is a winning strategy. Treating consumers right is an essential part of successful financial inclusion, but when it comes to fair treatment, especially mechanisms for airing and resolving customer complaints, most countries are underperforming. By contrast, leading countries prioritize consumer protection, and their scores show it. Colombia and Peru receive perfect scores in the consumer protection-focused components, and the rest of the leading countries rank in the top eight. Prioritizing consumer protection, as the leading countries have done, is a key to expanding financial inclusion. Remaining Challenges Enforcement is limited. Rules don’t mean much if you can’t enforce them, and that’s the story for many countries’ financial sectors. The average score for regulatory and supervisory capacity for financial inclusion, which spans credit portfolios, deposit-taking activities, insurance for low-income people and branch/agent models, is only 48 out of 100. Consumer protection is especially weak. Again, consumer protection is an area of particular weakness, constituting some of the lowest average scores in the index. For example, monitoring of consumer protection for insurance for low-income people netted an average score of just 15 out of 100. Most countries are grappling with widespread lack of market transparency and predatory sales and collection practices. Usage still lags policy. Countries like India and Philippines have successfully enacted policies to increase access to formal banking, but are still exploring how to get people to actually use the accounts they open. Those countries are pursuing tactics like government-to-person (G2P) transfers to build familiarity and instill the habit of using accounts. On the other hand, countries like China that are experiencing the fallout from unregulated peer-to-peer (P2P) lending are now exploring how to protect investors without prohibiting the flow of capital. As the financial sector expands thanks to digital advances and new product offerings, the policy environment will also need to evolve accordingly. The Global Microscope continues to report what the policy environment for financial inclusion should entail. Photo by John Rae, courtesy of Accion. Custom Content from WSJ is a unit of The Wall Street Journal Advertising Department. The Wall Street Journal news organization was not involved in the creation of this content.

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A Brief Description of 1905 Newfoundland February 21, 2021 February 21, 2021 | Paul Havemann Some of you know that I like to browse the old newspapers, because you never know what you’ll find there. This clipping, from 1905, is from a longer article and includes a nice description of Newfoundland and some interesting details. For starters, “Newfoundland is the centre of the sugar bush country“. Who knew that some folks made maple syrup there? And this tidbit: “There are two white frame churches with green blinds continually challenging each other from adjacent hills and so near alike that a newcomer might easily get mixed as to his doctrine by going to the rival church by mistake.” I take this as a description of the M.E. church (now the dog-grooming place) and the long-gone Baptist church on Clinton. They were, in fact, almost identical in appearance. But it’s the sardonic description of Brown’s Hotel that I like the best: “There is but one tavern with a bar in the place, and there is a bar that a bishop might dedicate without calling forth whereases and therefores from a single protesting body of his laity. It is a saloon in which there are window-boxes filled with oxalis and geraniums and begonias and other plants generally associated with grandmothers. It is one of the improving duties and pastimes of the bartender to water those plants and pick off the dead leave. ” ‘Botany before booze’ might be the motto of the place, but the only sign displayed is ‘Welcome,’ worked in light blue worsted on bristol-board and hung above the bottles. There are no drunkards there.” The “saloon” the writer describes seems to refer to Brown’s Hotel. Those who have studied the history of Brown’s will recall that at some point in the 1890s, J.P.’s son Theodore decreed that Brown’s would go “dry”, and he no longer sold alcohol there. And the writer was clearly very disappointed! A Church is Reborn August 30, 2018 September 12, 2021 | Paul Havemann October 24, 1937 was a bleak day for Pequannock Township. In a matter of hours, the First Dutch Reformed Church, first constructed in 1771, was entirely gutted by an early-morning fire. It took the combined efforts of 70 firemen from six other communities, in addition to Pequannock, to bring it under control. There’s some fascinating video footage of the fire here, filmed by resident and local historian Carl Edwards. If you watch closely, the camera sometimes pans around to show the surrounding area. It took the congregation less than a year and a half to completely rebuild the church from “ashes to splendor.” There’s video of the rebuilding process at this link, again courtesy of Mr. Edwards. The church is still in use today, known as the First Reformed Church of Pompton Plains. (Click on the images for a full-sized version.)

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AMA Report: The Almost Inevitability of Medical Malpractice Lawsuits The AMA’s Division of Economic and Health Policy Research reported that one-third of physicians will have been sued for medical malpractice. If you’re over 50 years old, then the rate jumps to almost 50% while for those under 40 only 8% have been sued. Female physicians are less likely than their male counterparts to have been sued. Not surprisingly, 63% of ObGyns have had to deal with a lawsuit, compared to psychiatrists who reported a 16% rate. While the plaintiff does not prevail in the vast majority, that is cold comfort for the emotional toll it takes on the provider and the attendant economic costs to the insurance and legal industries. Medical liability tort reform including measures such as affidavits of merit to weed out frivolous claims, limits on noneconomic damages, and medical review panels have had some measure of success. There is research that ‘apology and disclosure programs’ may be successful, including in those cases where an adverse outcome could not have been prevented. There are some states that have laws governing apology for medical malpractice, where a physician apology cannot be used as an admission of fault in court. With these laws, an apology can mitigate the results of an unanticipated or poor medical outcome. All these measures must be balanced with both providers’ and patients’ constitutional rights to due process. In addition, assumptions about provider practice in relation to fear of medical liability are not always based in fact. For example, the New England Journal of Medicine reported on outcomes in three states where legislation altered malpractice standards for emergency physicians. The hypothesis was that providers over-ordered studies because they were practicing ‘defensive medicine’. With new legislation in these states that raised the bar for plaintiffs, a patient now needed to demonstrate that the doctor had “actual, subjective awareness” of “the likelihood of serious injury” but nevertheless proceeded with “conscious indifference.” There was no change in physician practice as measured by imaging rates, average charges, or hospital admission rates. Learn More – Primary Sources 1 in 3 physicians has been sued. Malpractice suits and physician apologies in cancer care. Efficacy of a physician’s words of empathy: an overview of state apology laws. The Effect of Malpractice Reform on Emergency Department Care.

Coronavirus Prevention and Tips ByTed Ray, L.Ac. March 8, 2020 April 1, 2020 Updated: 3/11/20, 12:21pm With the 2019 novel coronavirus nearing Pandemic status, health officials are rightly concerned. While the attempt to prevent or contain this virus has been a key objective of the WHO and CDC, this virus is only in its early stages of growth in the U.S. While vigilance is certainly warranted, I am… Read More Coronavirus Prevention and TipsContinue

Peoples Church Response to the Tragedy at Emanuel AME Church We, the members of Peoples Congregational United Church of Christ, are devastated by the news of the tragedy that occurred at Emanuel AME Church in Charleston, South Carolina. We are deeply saddened and outraged by this premeditated act of violence on the innocent and unsuspecting members of this congregation who were gathered to worship, pray and study in sacred space. We urge a full investigation of this matter and issue a call for swift justice even as we continue to pray unceasingly for the victims, their families and for the Church. Rev. Leslie Dowdell-Cannon Acting Senior Minister

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Tag: business consultant Walking the walk; WTFHIBD Episode 1 August 3, 2012 August 9, 2016 Peter Jones15 Comments Last week I promised you a new monthly-ish feature on this blog entitled What The **** Have I Been Up To, whereby I come clean with what I’ve been spending my time on, and show you how I’ve gone about applying the concepts in the book to my own life. Now, there will be those amongst you (mentioning no names – Simon, Amaia, Jayne…) who are no doubt expecting to see pictures of me sky diving out of aeroplanes, swimming with sharks, or bungy jumping off rock faces. I’m afraid you’re going to be disappointed. Not only are those activities reserved for the completely insane (the glider ride was as exhilarating enough, thank you very much) but even if they did appear on my Now List, for the past six months, maybe longer, the list has remained relatively untouched. Of course, I’m still having regular (ish) Now List Days (afternoons in my case) but for the most part my Now List Day activities have been spent either researching or arranging things that haven’t happened yet. I can’t remember when I actually ticked something off. What then have I been spending my time on, you may ask? Allow me to give you a potted career history of Peter Jones. Back in my early twenties, a series of poor choices and lucky accidents resulted in me becoming self-employed and working for most of the UK’s Credit Card banks as a freelance business consultant. I was (and I suppose, still am) an ideas man, and a fix-it man; wealthy men would ask me how to make even more money using the tools they had at their disposal, and I would tell them. Though it pains me to admit it, the credit crunch is partly my fault – not my idea, but I was most definitely pulling the levers and pressing the buttons that made it happen. It wasn’t a bad way to make a living – the money was nice – but whilst I enjoyed the problem solving, and the company of the people I worked with, as the years rolled by I became less and less comfortable working in that industry. By the time I met Kate I wanted out, and much of our time together was spent trying to find ways to use the few skills we had between us to find an alternative career. We tried everything from website design, to property investment. None of those things really worked. And when she died, it felt like my dreams of escaping credit card consultancy died with her. Of course, if you’ve read the book, you’ll recognise that as a “running away from” strategy. It’s little wonder that it didn’t work. You’ll also know that when Kate died my focus changed. Instead of trying to dig myself out of the pit I’d spent almost twenty years getting myself into, I concentrated on using my solution-finding skills to seek out the very thing that I seemed to be lacking; Happiness. Some ideas worked. Most didn’t. But I read a lot of books, made a lot of lists, and tried anything and everything I could think of. One day a good friend of mine (hello Tina) suggested I ought to write down some of the quirkier ideas. Several months later I found that I’d accidentally written a book. Around that time one of my banking contracts was drawing to a close, so I took the somewhat risky decision to dedicate the next few months to getting my strange work of accidental non-fiction published. If you’re a regular visitor to this blog, or my author blog, you’ll also know that not only did I achieve that but that the book has subsequently been quite successful. When I say ‘quite’, I am of course being extremely British about the whole thing. I’m using ‘quite’ in the same way that some Americans might use the world ‘wildly’. By Christmas of last year my sales were such that I’d started to wonder if I could actually get away with not returning to my previous life – whether I could achieve the impossible, fulfil a child-hood dream, and become a full-time author. So, in January I set the following as my primary goal: “I am supporting myself doing the things I love & enjoy, and no longer worry about bills.” Pretty soon into the new year I realised that I’d managed to set myself the most challenging goal ever. To achieve it would take some major effort on my part, and that some things might have to take a back seat. One of those things was my Now List. However, I can honestly say I think that was the correct decision. If I had to choose between a life writing books – the thing I love and enjoy – or two weeks swimming with jelly fish in Australia, I’ll pick the former every time. And besides, it’s not actually a choice. I can swim with Jelly fish next year, or the year after – but I might never have another chance, or at least this chance, to change my career. I wish I could tell you now that I’ve done it, that my writing-related income now exceeds my outgoings. It doesn’t. Not quite. Which is why putting this blog post out there feels ever slightly foolish – almost suicidal – however I can tell you that it’s within my grasp. In March I was one of the many authors that took part in the prestigious Essex Book Festival. A few weeks later I signed a three book deal with audible (.co.uk | .com), the world’s largest supplier of audio books. The second edition of How To Do Everything and be Happy came out in June. The next book – How To Eat Loads and Stay Slim – is currently with my agent. And I’m half way through writing the third book. I am quite frankly stunned at what I’ve managed to achieve. Not proud – just stunned. Pride will follow shortly I’m sure, but right now I’m still reeling on a daily basis from how much you can achieve if you set your goals correctly, and put some effort in. There are so many more things that I’m absolutely bursting to tell you, but… {big sigh} can’t. Yet. But don’t worry – I will. If only so that I’ve got something to write about next month. Ish. In the meantime lets take the focus off me – I’d love to hear about some of the goals you’ve been working on and what you’ve achieved. Use the comments box below. Posted in How To Do Everything And Be Happy, WTFHIBDTagged 2012, amaia, audible, bungy jumping, business consultant, credit card banks, essex book festival, extras, glider, goals, how to eat loads and stay slim, jayne, kate, my brother, now lists, peterjonesauthor.com, sky diving, swimming with sharks, The Power of Focus, wallet, WTFHIBD

Home / Featured Teams / A Saint, a Berner, and a Volunteer Walter, a 150 lb Saint Bernard, Holly, a 90 lb Bernese mountain dog, and their handler, Maria Muff, have been volunteering for five and a half years. They have been to elementary schools, libraries, hospitals, nursing homes, fundraisers, and they go to work every day at a mental health clinic providing emotional support for clients. Walter and Holly love their job as greeters at the mental health clinic. They provide unconditional love for all of the clients that they are privileged to see. Each week they seek out someone new to greet in the petting circle, sensing that they needed their love and attention first. When the residents pet the dogs they light up smiling and talking to them, become very lucid with their thoughts and joyfully share stories of their pets growing up. Over the last five and a half years, they have been blessed to meet and make friends with many residents. Recently, Maria became the patient and spent three days in the hospital. Walter and Holly were very unsettled without their normal routine. Maria’s husband understood how much they all needed a visit and brought the dogs to see her in the hospital. Walter and Holly immediately settled upon entering the room. They stayed for about thirty minutes and were happy and ready to go home. When they got home, they laid on the sweatshirt Maria wore to the hospital and were calm once again. Walter and Holly have touched our lives and so many others in such a deep and meaningful way. Thank you so much for the opportunity to be part of this incredible organization and to give and receive endless amounts of joy. Story provided by Maria Muff

Paul Revere Chili with Beans Portuguese-Style Sausage & Kale Soup Pasta E Fagiole Kidney beans, ground beef, diced and crushed tomatoes and onions. Jalapeño peppers are added for a gentle touch of heat. TOMATO (tomatoes, tomato juice, salt, calcium chloride, citric acid), KIDNEY BEANS (dark kidney beans, water, salt, calcium chloride), GROUND BEEF, ONION, BEEF STOCK (water, beef stock, natural flavor, salt, sugar, beef fat), TOMATO PASTE (tomatoes, citric acid), FLOUR (unbleached wheat flour, malted barley flour, niacin, reduced iron, thiamine mononitrate, riboflavin, folic acid), JALAPEÑO PEPPERS (jalapeño peppers, water, vinegar, salt, calcium chloride, garlic), SPICES, CHILI POWDER, SEA SALT, GRANULATED GARLIC, SUGAR, GROUND RED PEPPER. Wheat.

(-) Christopher R. Frei, Pharm.D., M.Sc. (1) (-) Kimberly Nixon, Ph.D. (1) (-) M. Lynn Crismon, Pharm.D., FCCP, DABCP, BCPP (1) Andrea C. Gore, Ph.D. (1) Karen Vasquez, Ph.D. (2) Michael Johnsrud, Ph.D., R.Ph. (1) Skyller Walkes, Ph.D. (6) Clear all (5) (-) Nick Nobel (5) (-) Nick Nobel (-) Christopher R. Frei, Pharm.D., M.Sc. (-) Kimberly Nixon, Ph.D. (-) M. Lynn Crismon, Pharm.D., FCCP, DABCP, BCPP An Update from Dean Crismon An update from Dean M. Lynn Crismon regarding the College of Pharmacy’s transition to remote learning and efforts to learn, research, graduate, and stay healthy during the COVID-19 pandemic. Dr. Frei awarded 2018 Educator of the Year Dr. Christopher R. Frei was declared the College of Pharmacy’s 2018 Educator of the Year Award winner. The announcement was one of several teaching awards to college faculty announced recently at the student-sponsored awards ceremony. Gonzales named AAAS fellow Professor Rueben Gonzales of the Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology was named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) for distinguished contributions to the field of alcohol research.

William Darrach Ulmann, Doris (American, 1882-1934) The Faculty of the College of Physicians & Surgeons, Columbia University in the City of New York: Twenty-four Portraits Issued under her maiden name of Doris U. Jaeger, this is the first published monograph of fine, hand pulled photogravure plates by the important American photographer Doris Ulmann (1882-1934) published in 1919. Educated at the Ethical Culture Fieldston School, a socially liberal organization that championed individual worth regardless of ethnic background or economic condition, and Columbia University, Doris Ulmann intended to become a teacher of psychology. Her interest in photography was at first a hobby but after 1918 she devoted herself to the art professionally. She practiced Pictorialism and was a member of the Pictorial Photographers of America. Ulmann was trained as a pictorialist and graduated from the Clarence H. White School of Modern Photography where she was exposed to the art of photogravure through Clarence White and Paul Anderson. Ulmann was married for a time to Dr. Charles H. Jaeger, a fellow Pictorialist photographer and an orthopedic surgeon on the staff of Columbia University Medical School and a likely connection for her first publication, The faculty of the College of Physicians & Surgeons, Columbia University in the City of New York: twenty-four portraits, elegantly designed and printed on handmade paper containing twenty four beautiful photogravure portraits. After comparing the books, it is hard to deny that Ulmann’s design was influenced by Coburn’s, A Door in the Wall. A beautiful book of forgotten yet important physicians. The work features 24 individual tissue-guarded portrait photographic plates of faculty members and a frontis showing the entrance to school. Designed by Fred W. Goudy with types set by Bertha M. Goudy. Frontis Ulmann, Doris Hans Zïnsser Walter W. Palmer T. Mitchell Prudden John A. Fordyce Russell Burton-Opitz Harry McMahon Painter J. Bentley Squier Abraham Jacobi Francis Carter Wood Russell A. Hibbs

30 years since Challenger: Teacher-in-Space finalists gather byMarcia Dunn In this Jan. 28, 1986 file photo, the space shuttle Challenger explodes shortly after lifting off from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. (AP Photo/Bruce Weaver, File) Dozens of educators who competed alongside Christa McAuliffe to become the first teacher in space gathered Thursday to remember the seven astronauts who perished aboard Challenger 30 years ago. Many of the teachers are retired now. They have gray hair. A few limp. But they still believe strongly in what McAuliffe hoped to accomplish aboard Challenger before disaster struck during liftoff on Jan. 28, 1986. "It's really hard" to be back, said William Dillon, 77, a retired teacher who represented California in the competition back in the mid-1980s. He was at Kennedy Space Center for Challenger's launch and had gotten to know not only McAuliffe, but a few of the other astronauts on board the doomed flight. Linda Preston, also retired as a teacher, choked up as the names of the Challenger dead were read during the memorial service. The former astronaut reciting the names of all 24 astronauts killed in the line of duty over the years, Jon McBride, had to fight back tears. "I couldn't breathe," Preston later confided to a reporter. She represented Utah in the teacher competition. Close to 40 of the 113 remaining semifinalists for teacher-in-space traveled to Cape Canaveral for the anniversary commemoration, the biggest gathering ever for a NASA memorial like this. In this Jan. 28, 1986 picture, the space shuttle Challenger lifts off from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. shortly before it exploded with a crew of seven aboard. (AP Photo/Thom Baur) "We felt we all wanted to be part of it," said Connecticut semifinalist David Warner, who still teaches science, robotics and rocketry. Another first: McAuliffe's son, Scott, 39, took part in the ceremony. He said having his own two sons there with him—ages 6 and 8—made it easier. It's time, he said, that his children see and learn firsthand all about astronauts and the space program. Scott McAuliffe works in education technology in Maine. This photo provided by NASA shows the crew of the Space Shuttle Challenger mission 51L. All seven members of the crew were killed when the shuttle exploded during launch on Jan. 28, 1986. Front row from left are Michael J. Smith, Francis R. (Dick) Scobee, and Ronald E. McNair. Front row from left are Ellison Onizuka, Christa McAuliffe, Gregory Jarvis, and Judith Resnik. (NASA via AP) As the families of the lost Challenger crew marked the space shuttle's 30th anniversary, there was a new voice to address the crowd. June Scobee Rodgers—widow of Challenger commander Dick Scobee and longtime spokeswoman for the group—passed the torch to daughter Kathie Scobee Fulgham. Fulgham—not Rodgers—was on the stage for Thursday morning's ceremony at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Because of a steady drizzle, the gathering was moved indoors, where the retired space shuttle Atlantis was suspended overhead. In this Jan. 27, 1986 file picture, the crew members of space shuttle Challenger flight 51-L, leave their quarters for the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. From foreground are commander Francis Scobee, Mission Spl. Judith Resnik, Mission Spl. Ronald McNair, Payload Spl. Gregory Jarvis, Mission Spl. Ellison Onizuka, teacher Christa McAuliffe and pilot Michael Smith. (AP Photo/Steve Helber) The crowd numbered close to 400 and included family members of astronauts killed in all three of NASA's spacecraft tragedies: Challenger; Columbia's catastrophic descent on Feb. 1, 2003; and the Apollo 1 fire on Jan. 27, 1967. For the seven astronauts' loved ones, Jan. 28, 1986, remains fresh in their minds. Steven McAuliffe, a federal judge in Concord, New Hampshire, still declines interviews about his late wife Christa, who was poised to become the first schoolteacher in space. But he noted in a statement that although 30 years have passed, "Challenger will always be an event that occurred just recently. Our thoughts and memories of Christa will always be fresh and comforting." In this Jan. 28, 1986 file picture, spectators at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. react after they witnessed the explosion of the space shuttle Challenger. (AP Photo/File) McAuliffe said he's pleased that "Christa's goals have been largely accomplished in that she has inspired generations of classroom teachers and students." McAuliffe was presiding over a trial this week in Concord, and so Scott represented the family. Scott and his sister are now in their 30s. The McAuliffes normally do not take part in these NASA memorials, so Scott's presence is especially noteworthy. Along with the other Challenger families, Rodgers established the Challenger Center for Space Science Education just three months after the shuttle disintegrated in the Florida sky. A leak in the right booster doomed the ship; unusually cold weather that morning left Challenger's booster rockets with stiff O-ring seals. This Jan. 28, 1986 file picture shows U.S. President Ronald Reagan in the Oval Office of the White House after a televised address to the nation about the space shuttle Challenger explosion. (AP Photo/Dennis Cook) Today, there are more than 40 Challenger Learning Centers focusing on science, technology, engineering and math, mostly in the U.S. More are being built. "They're not just a field trip for kids. They're actually lessons learned," said Rodgers, an educator who lives in Chattanooga, Tennessee. "That's why they've lasted." Fittingly, the crowd Thursday included schoolchildren from local Apollo Elementary. In this series of Jan. 28, 1986 photos, the space shuttle Challenger explodes shortly after lifting off from the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. A family from Michigan watches the explosion from Shepard Park in Cocoa Beach. (Malcolm Denemark/Florida Today via AP) McAuliffe's backup, Barbara Morgan, a schoolteacher from Idaho who finally made it to orbit in 2007, poignantly shared memories of each member of the Challenger crew. Besides Dick Scobee and Christa McAuliffe, the Challenger dead include pilot Michael Smith, Judith Resnik, Ronald McNair, Ellison Onizuka and Gregory Jarvis. At Kennedy, the Scobee contingent numbered 12, including June's son Richard, a major general in the Air Force, and a 16-year-old granddaughter. In this Friday, Jan. 28, 2011 file photo, June Scobee Rodgers, widow of Dick Scobee, commander of space shuttle Challenger, looks upward during the playing of the National Anthem at a remembrance ceremony to mark the 25th anniversary of the Challenger explosion at the Kennedy Space Center visitor complex in Cape Canaveral, Fla., Friday, Jan. 28, 2011. On the 30th anniversary of the space shuttle Challenger accident, June Scobee Rodgers—widow of Challenger commander Dick Scobee and longtime spokeswoman for the families of the lost astronauts—is passing the torch to daughter Kathie. (AP Photo/John Raoux) Dick Scobee was 46 years old when he died aboard Challenger barely a minute into the flight. Both his children are now in their 50s. "For so many people, 30 years, it's definitely history. It's in the history books," Rodgers said. For the family, "it's like it's just happened, which in a way keeps Dick Scobee young in our hearts, and the joy and excitement he had for flying." This Jan. 28, 1986 photo provided by NASA shows icicles on hand rails of the space shuttle Challenger's service structure on the morning of its final launch from Kennedy Space Center, Fla. The cold weather affected O-ring seals on a solid rocket booster, causing the explosion during launch. (AP Photo/NASA) More information: Challenger Center: www.challenger.org/ NASA: www.history.nasa.gov/sts51l.html © 2016 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. 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News tagged with seeds Related topics: plants · e coli Plants on Mauritius have lost most of their seed dispersers, finds study Many native animals that disperse plant seeds on the island of Mauritius have gone extinct during the past centuries. This includes iconic species such as the dodo and giant tortoises, now replaced by non-native fruit-eating ... A seed ( /ˈsiːd/ (help·info)), referred to as a kernel in some plants, is a small embryonic plant enclosed in a covering called the seed coat, usually with some stored food. It is the product of the ripened ovule of gymnosperm and angiosperm plants which occurs after fertilization and some growth within the mother plant. The formation of the seed completes the process of reproduction in seed plants (started with the development of flowers and pollination), with the embryo developed from the zygote and the seed coat from the integuments of the ovule. Seeds have been an important development in the reproduction and spread of flowering plants, relative to more primitive plants like mosses, ferns and liverworts, which do not have seeds and use other means to propagate themselves. This can be seen by the success of seed plants (both gymnosperms and angiosperms) in dominating biological niches on land, from forests to grasslands both in hot and cold climates. The term seed also has a general meaning that predates the above — anything that can be sown i.e. "seed" potatoes, "seeds" of corn or sunflower "seeds". In the case of sunflower and corn "seeds", what is sown is the seed enclosed in a shell or hull, and the potato is a tuber. This text uses material from Wikipedia, licensed under CC BY-SA

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[Updated] Samsung Galaxy S21 Camera video stabilization, telephoto & dim homescreen issues to be fixed via upcoming updates Dwayne Cubbins Jun 02, 2021 Android, Bugs and Issues, News, Samsung, Standalone New updates are being added at the bottom of this story……. Original story (published on February 11, 2021) follows: The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is easily one of the best Android smartphones you can get your hands on right now. It packs the latest and greatest specifications such as a 120Hz, HDR10+ Dynamic AMOLED screen with a peak brightness of 1500 nits and the Snapdragon 888 or the Exynos 2100 (depending on the region). Moreover, apart from the new hardware, Samsung has also pre-installed the One UI 3.1 skin on the Galaxy S21 series which adds a few new features compared to One UI 3.0. The devices recently went on sale and users across the world have started expressing their thoughts on the new devices online through blogs, videos, tweets, and whatnot. While there are a lot of positives, it seems there are a few bugs and issues that come with the latest flagships from Samsung. Samsung Galaxy S21 & Galaxy S21+ Some users have taken to the company’s Korean community forums to report about a few issues that they noticed with the Samsung Galaxy S21 series. For starters, an individual has pointed out that the video stabilization in the Camera application does not appear to work on the Samsung Galaxy S21. In fact, it does the complete opposite in some cases by increasing the jitter. I am using the normal version of the S21, and even though the image stabilization is turned on when shooting a video, only the angle of view decreases, and the image fluctuates considerably as if it is in the uncorrected state. I just dance like when I shoot the A5 2017 video without the correction function I used before. The funny thing is, if you turn off image stabilization, the shake is much less. (Source) Responding to this, a Samsung moderator in charge of the Camera claimed that the problem will be fixed in the next software update for the device. This isn’t the only issue with the Camera app. A Galaxy S21 Ultra user has also pointed out that the phone automatically captures images via the main sensor and crops in instead of using the dedicated 3x telephoto lens to capture images while zooming in. The phone adjusts the lens at will and sometimes catches the digital zoom, so the picture quality is degraded… No matter how much I want to use the 3x telephoto, I can’t hold it properly. Make sure to use the lens as set by the user. (Source) The problem isn’t exactly new since the same was noticed by Galaxy S9 users and more recently, Galaxy S20 users too. Samsung apparently does this to avoid grainy photos since the telephoto lens needs more light. Nevertheless, a moderator has confirmed that the company is working on finding ways to improve the user experience in this regard and will provide a software update in the near future to address the issue. Last but not the least, another strange issue appears to be bothering some Galaxy S21 users. As per a user’s report, the brightness on the homescreen is considerably lower than the screen brightness when using an app. And responding to the user’s complaint, a mod confirmed that there have been several reports of the problem and Samsung is currently “investigating” the bug. Once the root cause can be traced, the issue will be fixed. Having said that, we will post an update once Samsung rolls out a fix for either of the three problems mentioned here. Feel free to drop a comment below in case you’ve bumped into the same problem too or any other issues on the Samsung Galaxy S21 series for that matter. In the meantime, stay tuned to our dedicated tracker to know the status of One UI 3.1 for all devices from the company. Update 1 (March 13) 09:45 am (IST): Samsung has released the March update for the Samsung Galaxy S21 series and it is already available to users in multiple regions. The update apparently improves the performance of the camera according to the changelog. However, it’s uncertain whether or not the issues mentioned here have been addressed via the update. Here’s a screenshot of the changelog for reference: 10:52 am (IST): Updates continue to arrive for the Samsung S21 with an aim to improve the camera performance. This time the update package is huge and the changelog suggests it’s mostly camera centric. So, a lot of previously encountered issues should get resolved now. Update 3 (June 02) 07:42 pm (IST): According to recent reports, the Samsung Galaxy S21 series is getting a new update internationally to fix camera lag along with the June 2021 security update. Tags : Samsung Galaxy S21,Samsung Galaxy S21 Plus,Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra Some iOS users say 3D touching a Live Photo wallpaper plays it with a half black screen but there is a possible workaround Conan Exiles game freezes or crashes after latest update acknowledged, fix in the works

Debt Ceiling Russian Roulette By Rick Moran 12:00 AM on January 07, 2011 Sometime in the next few weeks we are going to find out whether the Republicans who assumed control in the House and increased their influence in the Senate are responsible, sober-minded stewards of the Republic or escapees from a loony bin. A vote to raise the debt ceiling is in the offing and there appears to be a sizable segment of the GOP — especially the newly minted Tea Party members — who wish to run screaming toward a gasoline dump with a lit stick of dynamite clenched in their teeth. Their plan is to literally blow the world up and watch it burn by refusing to vote to raise the debt ceiling. I will say at the top that there is a monumental difference between using the debt limit vote to wring concessions from Obama and the Democrats on spending, and the monstrously idiotic idea of opposing the increase in the first place. The Democrats will scream about holding the government “hostage” but it is nothing of the sort — just good, old-fashioned hardball politics, played to the hilt for the highest stakes imaginable: the solvency and surety of the U.S. economy. For four years the Democrats had the majority, with historic margins of control for the last two. They have failed miserably to manage the people’s purse. No one is arguing that the Republicans are blameless in creating the mess we’re in. But the Democrats were given a chance to address the problem and, after four years of record spending, were found utterly lacking. In fact, they didn’t even try. Incredibly, rather than addressing our fiscal woes, they acted in a manner that suggested a sneering condescension toward taxpayers and a flippant disregard for prudent, practical, responsible governance. Wild, out-of-control schemes to “remake America” with the passage of “historic” legislation, while grasping with both hands for control of private companies and the intimacies of citizens’ lives, have left the United States in a perilous plight: the real prospect of insolvency and default. The Democrats do not want to make the cuts necessary to save us from our own profligacy. The pitiful sums the Republicans are talking about cutting from the FY 2011 budget — $50 billion or so as of this writing — are more symbolic than real. With the deficit expected to top $1.3 trillion, $50 billion is about on par with spitting into a four-alarm fire. And yet, we have a promise from Harry Reid that the Senate won’t consider such draconian cuts, and President Obama will never sign any such legislation. What then, should be done? The only viable weapon at the Republicans’ command is their ability to threaten Armageddon by holding up the vote on raising the debt ceiling until the Democrats join them in addressing the root of the problem: unsustainable entitlement spending. Cutting non-defense discretionary spending — about 18% of the $3.7 trillion budget — won’t even come close to addressing the crisis. Only with the Sword of Damocles hanging over their heads represented by a failure to raise the debt ceiling will both parties be forced to come to grips with our fiscal nightmare. Threatening catastrophe and deliberately acting so that it occurs are two entirely different animals. The difference may be subtle, but forcing the issue of cutting spending by leaving open the possibility that a vote to raise the debt ceiling will fail is a far cry from embracing the horror in its totality and deliberately voting to destroy the economy. Employing the former as a legislative tactic of last resort might be seen as dangerous, but the consequences of not getting the Democrats to agree to start undoing the mess they helped create are equally problematic. As for the latter, there is no tactical, logical, or responsible reason to commit national suicide by declaring, as Glenn Beck did on Judge Napolitano’s Fox News show: The day they say we will not raise the debt ceiling, the rest of the world flees from America I believe … we owe that money … so that means we crash things, which I believe is inevitable, but I don’t think America is prepared for it. What did Mr. Beck mean by so casually tossing about the phrase “crash things”? Bruce Bartlett: I have spent considerable time trying to figure out what exactly would happen in the event that, at some point, the Treasury literally had no cash to pay interest on the debt, redeem maturing securities, pay Social Security benefits and so on. Some people believe that the Treasury has an almost unlimited ability to fudge the problem indefinitely. But I know that there are analysts at the GAO who are very concerned about hitting a hard limit on the Treasury’s legal authority not long after the debt ceiling is breached. The law is very unclear and has never been tested in court. And yet, here’s a conservative leader in the Senate, Jim DeMint, telling freshmen members to bring about global chaos by voting “No” on raising the debt limit: In an interview with Human Events editor Jason Mattera, DeMint says that even with a balanced budget amendment, which he spoke favorably of, he still will not vote to raise the debt limit since he hasn’t created this debt problem. And he encourages the young freshmen to not allow the other Republicans to talk them into it because they didn’t create this problem either. He wants the people who created this problem to take the blame for raising the debt limit. Ladies and gentlemen, I give you the new Republican Party: Just like the old one but now with 25% more nuts and 50% more empty heads. At least Pontius Pilate had the decency to wash his hands before committing a despicable act of blatant irresponsibility. DeMint wants to crucify us without even using a handi-wipe before plunging the world into chaos. This guy isn’t posturing as Obama and other Democrats did in 2006 when they voted against the debt ceiling. Their nauseating hypocrisy on the issue today notwithstanding, at the time, their opposition to raising the debt ceiling was a political gambit, a way to tweak the majority in the press. No one seriously believed that they were hoping for a default. But DeMint, Beck, and other Tea Party congressmen have made it plain that they seek nothing less than forcing a default in order to “save” us. Only when we are prostrate and the world is set afire will we come to our senses and get our fiscal house in order. How “conservative” it is to deliberately default on your debts is a mystery. Nor is there any definition of conservatism I’ve seen yet that commits insanity in order to destroy another insanity. It would, as Allahpundit notes wryly, be the “end of the Republican Party” and “an economic collapse triggered by a Republican-driven federal default is slightly more likely to cause trouble for conservatives than voting to raise the ceiling in return for, say, a balanced-budget amendment or other heavy debt-reducing concessions.” Thankfully, there are probably still enough adults in the GOP to deal with Mr. DeMint’s impulse control problem. But we have been put on notice: there is faction of the Republican Party that cares nothing about governing responsibly and would actually prefer to see the United States on its knees than give Congress a chance to begin to address our fiscal crisis responsibly. Why worry about the crazies in North Korea and Iran when we have our very own loony toons brigade of anarcho-politicos right here in the good old U.S.A.? They are playing Russian Roulette with a slight variation in the rules; load five chambers with bullets while leaving only one empty and pull the trigger. Good luck with that. The rest of us will pass, thanks.

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FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT – AN OVERVIEW Finance, no doubt is a life blood for an organization. No firm can be able to survive in the industry without adequate finance. The term Business finance consists of a wide range of activities and disciplines that basically revolves around the management of finance and other valuable assets within an organization or in other words it can be defined as a process of acquisition and distribution of funds within an organization. As the finance is very important for an organization, it is important to manage it effectively. It basically involves proper planning as well controlling of the firm’s financial resources. The main goals of financial management include: Profit Maximization by increasing revenue, controlling costs and minimizing risk. Wealth Maximization as it not only serves shareholder’s interest but provide security to creditors. FINANCE FUNCTIONS: The basic function of finance basically includes the three financial decisions such as: INVESTMENT DECISION: It is the first and foremost important financial decision. The business generally has limited finance but the opportunities to invest are much wider. Hence the finance manager is required to access the profitability or return of various investment decisions and decide a policy which ensures high liquidity, profitably and sound health of an organization. It includes short term investment decisions known as working capital management decisions and long term investment decisions known as capital budgeting decisions. FINANCING DECISION: Once the requirement of funds has been estimated, the next important step is to determine the sources of finance. The manager should try to maintain a balance between debt and equity so as to ensure minimized risk and maximum profitability to business. DIVIDEND DECISION: The third and last function of finance includes dividend decisions. Dividend is that part of profit, which is distributed to shareholders as a reward to high risk investment in business. It is basically concerned with deciding as to how much part of profit will be retained for the future investments and how much part of profit will be distributed among shareholders. High rate of dividend ensures higher wealth of shareholders and also increase market price of shares. INVESTING, FINANCIAL AND DIVIDEND DECISIONS ARE ALL INTERLINKED: Although the basic decisions of finance includes three types of decisions i.e. investing, finance and dividend decisions but they are interlinked with each other somehow. It can be evident from the following points: The main objective of all the above decisions is same which is profit maximization of business and wealth maximization of shareholders. In order to make investment decisions such as investing in some major projects, the first thing we need to consider is the finance available and required to make investment. Finance decision is also influenced by dividend decision. If more of the dividend is distributed, there is a need to raise more finance from external sources. If more of the profits are retained for long term investment, there is less need of outside financing. Hence, there is a need to take into account the joint impact of all the three decisions and effect of each of the decision on the market value of the company and its shares to achieve the overall objective of the business. By plag free|2016-07-11T14:20:21+00:00July 11th, 2016|Categories: finance assignment help|Tags: basic financial decisions, business finance, dividend decision, financial and dividend decisions are interlinked, financing decision, functions of business finance, investing, investment decision, major types of financial decisions|0 Comments

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Why Does My Pool Keep Turning Green? Written by Mike Kelsen in Cleaning There is no fun in pulling back your pool cover, and then you are faced with the dilemma that your water turned green. Much worst, it smells weird, swampy, and the algae build-up has taken over your pool. It usually happens with stagnant water and without proper maintenance. The only thing to get rid of them is to perform a very thorough cleaning and treating the pool properly to be able to become fresh and clean again. Why does my pool keep turning green? Pool water that is stagnant for a while will become green because of the algae build-up. Algae are a nasty little creature that grows rapidly, especially during warm and sunny weather. It all comes down to the lack of chlorine present in the water. A Must-Read: How to Select the Best Pool Pump In this article, you will be able to find out why your pool turns green every time and what you should do to avoid it. What Makes The Pool Green? The only reason your pool turns green is because of the recurring algae. And it can be a problem for many pool owners because it grows fast and has several contributing factors. Some of the leading causes of pool algae are heat, rain, chemical imbalance, and transfer from one pool to another. Recurring algae is a Mustard Algae, and it is a yellowish-green color that usually grows on pool floors and walls. Once it is all in there, it will affect the pool water and will eventually turn green. Algae make the water green, and the imbalance of chlorine will let it grow fully. If there is enough chlorine in the water, algae will pretty much die and won’t start forming. It is why it is important to shock your pool from time to time to ensure it won’t come back. Adjusting the levels of other chemicals can also prevent algae build-up. Steps For Cleaning A Green Pool It is never a good sight if you have a green pool instead of a crystal blue pool. It is essential to treat your pool once you see the signs of algae formation. It is because it is never safe and pleasing to look at. Here are some of the steps in cleaning the green pool and some things to consider to make sure you have a healthy and safe pool to swim. How Green Is Your Pool? It is essential to know what level of green are we talking about. If it’s too green, some workarounds and solutions might need some considerations. For example, if it is too green, you might need to drain the pool and perform acid-washed instead of shocking. There are also several cases where it is black instead of green. It is cost-effective to drain the pool and have it acid-washed. Just bear in mind that it costs more money refilling the pool. If you see at least 6 or 8 inches below the surface, it is most likely that they can be chemically treated. Other than that, you need to drain the pool. Once you establish a pool that needs to be drained or treated chemically, you can go there. 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You will be able to save more money if you opt for the bigger ones. And eventually, you will need chlorine from time to time to make the balance correctly. Pumping And Filtering If you have a DE filter, make sure to backwash the DE filter first. Adding DE fresh powder and then shock the pool as explained above. You should make sure that you are running the pump for 24 hours. For a sand filter, the same process with the DE filter, but the only difference is the backwash time should only be 5 minutes. Lastly, the cartridge filter should be in good condition and properly washed and rinse. Brushing And Filtration After the 24 hours of circulation and chemicals check, you will be able to see some results. Your pool should not be green anymore, but it will still be cloudy and need some brushing and filtration for the next day. If the pool is still green after the 24 hours, there might be some mismatched in the chemical balancing. It is only normal for the cloudiness to go away as for sand filter. It will take a week or so, while for the cartridge filters, it will need more cleaning. If DE filters, there’s a need to do some repair and maintenance. Overall, the main reason your pool turns green is because of the algae build-up. It is necessary to take immediate action because it is not safe to swim in these kinds of conditions. Not only it looks gross, but it can also be a little difficult and time-consuming to be able to fix the issue. The process of finding the right blend of chemicals is essential. If you find it challenging to do it yourself, you can always ask for assistance with your pool maintenance service. They will be able to do the hard labor for you.

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This certainly congers up some memories. http://www.npr.org/sections/monkeysee/2015/08/15/432222309/a-historic-fight-over-public-housing-makes-for-fine-drama-on-hbo?utm_source=facebook.com&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=npr&utm_term=nprnews&utm_content=20150815 Opinions of Scientists and the General Public, Pew Research

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Trump’s Ag Secretary Uses His New Taxpayer-Funded “Farm” Podcast to Suck Up to Trump “A pretty naked attempt at damage control in farm country.” What do you call a white guy babbling platitudes? If you thought “a podcast,” have I got a new audio product for you. Sonny Perdue, former bumbling governor of Georgia and current bumbling secretary of the US Department of Agriculture under President Donald Trump, has launched The Sonnyside of the Farm. The podcast’s literally corny USDA landing page promises that Perdue will hold forth with guests on “issues facing America’s farmers, ranchers, producers and foresters today.” From that description, you might expect to hear about Trump’s trade war with China, which has tanked soybean prices and inspired the administration to deliver $28 billion (and counting) in cash handouts to farmers, more than double the total price tag for the previous administration’s auto industry bailout. Or about the fury of corn growers at the administration’s recent ethanol policies. Or maybe even the climate chaos that has roiled farmers from the Midwest to the Southeast this year. But in Sonnyside‘s maiden voyage, dropped a week after the House of Representatives announced an impeachment inquiry against Trump, the secretary mostly dispenses with the ag talk. His first guest is neither farmer, nor rancher, nor producer, nor forester. Rather, she is Sarah Huckabee Sanders, a career political operative now openly contemplating a run for Arkansas governor, best known for her stint as Trump’s extremely loyal press secretary. Perdue and Sanders chatted in Little Rock, and it’s worth a listen: They open with a bit of mutual admiration. Sanders: “The president is so lucky to have you out there fighting for him.” Perdue: “I don’t think anybody fought harder than you did, and everyone admires the service you gave to the administration and the president.” After that, Perdue turns his flattery onto Sanders’ father, Trump loyalist and former Arkansas governor Mike Huckabee, whom Perdue describes as his “good friend,” a “man of the people,” and a “wonderful communicator for our values and our way of life.” President Trump “has an amazing instinctive ability to make decisions,” Perdue says. Then the two get down to business: lavishing praise on Trump, who they paint as a gruff but big-hearted leader who “loves this country” (Sanders) and “has an amazing instinctive ability to make decisions” (Perdue). Sanders makes the case that the self-evident virtues of Trump’s adult children demonstrate his greatness. They have all enjoyed “tremendous individual success” apart from their father’s business and political exploits, she insists, and yet they have “sacrificed” their personal interests to serve his administration, because they “believe in their dad, believe in their country, and want to see great things continue to happen through his leadership.” That sentiment inspires Perdue to marvel about just how much Trump “loves America.” He continues: “He doesn’t apologize for America, and that inspires me as a citizen, as a United States citizen of the United States of America—you can question the way he does things from time to time, but you cannot question his love for this country.” Then Sanders veers toward a relevant topic: the trade war with China. After acknowledging that “we’re taking some minor economic hits” from the hostilities, she opines that China can’t “continue to come in and rip us off,” and that “at some point we have to decide who’s going to be the leader of the world, and this president has decided that as long as he’s president, it’s going to be the United States.” That settled, the two lament, as Sanders puts it, that “the media is completely biased and out to get this president.” This insight prompts Perdue to ask what the president is really like. Here’s a snippet of Sanders’ response: He’s one of the most fun, engaging, charming, and charismatic people I’ve ever been around. Even on a bad day he seems to make things exciting and fun; and he’s incredibly smart. I don’t think he gets credit for the command of the issue he has on such a far-reaching number of topics. Being president isn’t about knowing about one or two things; but it’s about knowing about hundreds of things and being able to talk in depth about a lot of those different things, whether it’s agriculture community, whether it’s is financing and banking or world affairs—you have to have some understanding of all those things and how they relate to one another, and he seems to really be able to take a lot of information quickly and make a decision. As for Trump’s rough edges, those come from his background as a titan of New York City real estate, they conclude. That insight leads Perdue to marvel about “how in the world” someone from such an urban background could have developed “such a sincere affection for farmers and ranchers—time after time after it amazes me how he identifies with our agricultural community.” Sanders then theorizes that Trump’s affection for toilers of the earth stems from the fact that they “make something.” In his real estate days, she claims, Trump favored the company of construction workers and tradespeople over that of architects and engineers, because they got stuff done. (They neglect to mention Trump’s record of stiffing his suppliers.) And on it goes: two superfans comparing notes on the virtues of their idol, while dismissing any possible foibles with a chuckle. Given that the podcast is an official product of the USDA and features the agency’s secretary talking up Trump with the president’s former campaign adviser/spokesperson, I wondered: Was it a de facto campaign commercial, made on the taxpayer’s dime, and promoted by a federal department? And if so, did it run afoul of campaign law? This particular episode with Huckabee Sanders confuses me. What public interest does it serve? How does it have to do with the mission of the USDA?” I put that question to Kathleen Clark, professor of law at Washington University, an expert on campaign finance law. “Of course a government department can have a communication function,” she said, but the communication material should serve the interest of the public. “This particular episode with Huckabee Sanders confuses me,” she continued. “What public interest does it serve? How does it have to do with the mission of the USDA?” The department’s stated mission is to provide “leadership on food, agriculture, natural resources, rural development, nutrition, and related issues based on public policy, the best available science, and effective management.” Perdue and his first guest discuss none of that, and Sanders has no background in farming or agriculture policy. Clark said that even though Trump is locked in a fierce reelection campaign, and Sanders is openly contemplating a run for Arkansas governor, the podcast episode doesn’t violate campaign finance law because no electoral issues are directly discussed. She wondered, though, about the use of funds appropriated by Congress on a communications product that had nothing to do with the department’s mission. I reached out to the staffs of several Congress members on the House and Senate agriculture committees, which appropriate funds for the USDA’s operations, to get their thoughts. None would talk on the record. One Democratic staffer agreed to be quoted anonymously. The staffer called the podcast a “pretty naked attempt at damage control in farm country, but I don’t know if that runs afoul of appropriations law per se,” because the administration can “argue that past secretaries have worked as ambassadors for their White Houses, and this one is the first to utilize the podcasting technology to do that.” The takeaway, the staffer said, is that “it’s a clear recognition by the administration that there is damage to control” among Trump’s rural base. “It’s a clear recognition by the administration that there is damage to control” among Trump’s rural base. As for me, I’m hooked on the Sonnyside of the Farm podcast, and will be listening closely. According to the USDA website, Zippy Duvall, president of the American Farm Bureau Federation, will be an upcoming guest. The Farm Bureau is a massive nonprofit insurance conglomerate closely allied with the agrichemical industry, and a major lobbying force in Washington. Duval recently attended a White House event announcing a trade deal with Japan, and was called out by Trump: Trump: I would particularly like to recognize Zippy. Zippy Duvall. He’s been with us from the beginning. Zippy? Zippy? Duvall: Hey, Mr. President. Trump: Where’s my Zippy? Hi. Very good. Thank you for being here. Duvall: Thank you. Trump: Zippy is always—he’s always—he’s always here trying to make good deals for your folks, right? Duvall: Yes, sir. Trump: He’s the president and CEO of the American Farm Bureau Federation. And we’re doing really well. I—in fact, we’re doing a deal with—a big deal with Japan. But, you know, China is big—buying again. You see that China is buying very big. Duvall: We see that, Mr. President. Sounds like the ideal guest for a podcast that seems to exist to affirm that everything’s just fine, yes sir, with that fun, engaging, charming, charismatic, and—let’s face it—brilliant fellow now occupying the White House. Trump’s Agriculture Department Is Downplaying Its Own Climate Research When Farmers Need It Most As Congress Passes a New Farm Bill, Sonny Perdue Grumbles About Poor People Still Getting SNAP Benefits Kari Sonde State Legislatures Are Cracking Down on Foreign Land Ownership Samuel Shaw

Warm und Fuzzy? “It is true that Germany and the United States disagreed on how best to deal with Saddam Hussein’s regime. There is no point in continuing this debate. We should now look toward the future. We must work together to win the peace.” So wrote Gerhard Schroder, the German chancellor, in an op-ed in the New York Times, before heading off to the United Nations last week. In New York, he met with President Bush, the first substantive meeting between the two since the Germany and the United States clashed over Iraq. Bush made quite a show of having patched things up with Schroder, while just as showily giving French President Jacques Chirac the cold shoulder. But beyond the soft talk and warm handshakes, what’s really changed in U.S.-German relations? Not a whole lot. Germany has said it’s prepared to send more troops to Afghanistan, where Germans soldiers fight alongside Americans. But Germany is unlikely to send soldiers, or much in the way of reconstruction aid, to Iraq (though it has offered to help train Iraqi police and soldiers). In this, and in its call for an accelerated shift to Iraqi self-rule, Germany’s policy is, in all essentials, in line with France’s. A piece titled “Germany’s Emerging Foreign Policy,” in this week’s Economist looks for signs, in the country’s better relations with the United States, of a “tectonic shift.” It doesn’t find one. “Does this add up to a return to German “predictability,” as Atlanticists have hoped? Not yet. A debate about Germany’s national interest, long avoided because of the historical baggage of German guilt, is under way. People are asking whether it is really to Germany’s advantage to deploy soldiers in the more dangerous parts of Afghanistan, or indeed in Iraq. Good European that he is, [foreign minister Joschka] Fischer sticks to the old post-world-war doctrine that, for Germany, the European interest and the national interest are the same thing. But a growing number are taking a more robustly self-interested view.” This week Germany has called for the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to expand its peacekeeping troops in Afghanistan beyond Kabul, saying that Germans will play a major role in an enlarged force. The United States needs all the help it can get, of course, but there’s a catch to the German idea. Reuters reports: “The four so-called Provincial Reconstruction Teams (PRTs) already in Afghanistan come under the command of Operation Enduring Freedom, a U.S.-led mission of 12,500 troops which is still hunting down Taliban and al Qaeda die-hards. Germany wants to deploy a reconstruction team made up of several hundred civilians protected by 230 military personnel in the northern region of Kunduz, but will only do so if it is linked to the U.N.-mandated [International Security Assistance Force] mission.” Sound familiar? Germany’s latest move, though it looks like a Washington-friendly gesture, nevertheless boils down to Germany’s not wanting its people under U.S. command. Germany wants international legitimacy for its peacekeeping and reconstruction efforts . So why is Germany suddenly being heralded as America’s long lost friend? When did Germany stop being Old Europe? The Christian Science Monitor reports that the Germans have backed Bush on the handover timeline: “In an effort to build up relations with the U.S., which remains one of Germany’s most important allies, Chancellor Schroder appears ready to move a step away from his tight alliance with fellow war opponent, French President Jacques Chirac. While France continues to call for a resolution that transfers political power now in U.S. hands to the United Nations and Iraqis within a matter of months, Schroder has struck a more compromising tone. Saying such a transfer “can’t happen tomorrow,” he has called for a resolution that includes timetables for transfer of power to Iraqi hands. The new tone is designed to come closer to the U.S.-British proposal that the U.N. assume a ‘vital role’ in Iraq, but that political and military power remain in allied hands for the time being.” What to make of this? In terms of the timetable, Germany seems to be tip-toeing around the issue — offering only hazy statements. On the issue, Joschka Fischer said, “We will actively support the sovereignty of the Iraqi people and at the same time avoid new risks.” France’s Chirac says that “There is not the slightest shadow of a difference between the French and German positions.” In fact, France has followed in Berlin’s footsteps by offering to help train Iraqi police. And what’s more, France apparently isn’t going to use its veto in the Security Council to block a resolution, drafted by the U.S., to keep security forces under American command. If France and Germany aren’t at odds, how come anti-French sentiment remains so rampant? Why is America still ordering freedom toast? On the theory that, if in doubt, go with a gimmicky pop-culture take, The New York Times floated more cultural (and sexual) analysis: France is from Venus; Germany is from Mars. “Sure, both countries were dubbed members of the ‘Axis of Weasel’ and dissed as Old Europe for opposing the war in Iraq. But no one poured schnapps down the toilet, renamed sauerkraut or made prime-time jokes denigrating German manhood. Only France can evoke that kind of frat-boy frenzy. ‘It’s in the way we view both countries,’ said Irwin M. Wall, a historian of French-American relations. ‘We view Germany as producing iron and steel, and we view France as producing perfume and haute couture. You’ll never get America out of this stereotype that France is a feminine country.'” Er, OK. Of course, another possibility is that the United States is making nice with Germany to bug the French. How much mileage there is in this approach is anyone’s guess. Again, the Economist: “Though in no way disavowing its renewed closeness to France, Germany is once again trying to play all sides and to present itself as a mediatorÑmuch as it did before the row over the war in Iraq. … Even if the foreign-policy establishment wants to get back into America’s favour, the public is less sure. Pollsters say that only 45% now think that strong American leadership in world affairs is desirable, against 68% a year ago. By contrast, the number of those who want the EU to become a superpower has risen from 48% to 70%, though a large majority still thinks that Europe should co-operate rather than compete with the United States. … Indubitably, Mr Schroder wants to patch things up with the Americans. But relations with them, he reckons, should be more equal than in the past.” So perhaps Germany’s warm und fuzzy isn’t as warm as it is fuzzy.

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