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LGBTQIA+ Parents Virtual Support Launching Wednesday, August 17, 11am PST/12pm MST/1pm CST/2pm EST We are excited to partner with Escape AYA to offer a virtual support group for LGBTQIA+ Parents – launching August 17! Are you a LGBTQIA+ parent with cancer or in survivorship? Do you have young kids 18 and under? Join our virtual support group to talk to other LGBTQIA+ parents about the fears, challenges, and successful coping strategies of parenting with cancer and through survivorship. This group is facilitated by Audre Mowry, LMFT. Audre Mowry, LMFT is a queer cis gender therapist in Oakland, CA. In her therapeutic work, she specializes in grief and sexuality. Audre supports individuals and groups through different kinds of grief and loss, including anticipating the loss of a loved one, losing connection/ending a relationship with family/loved ones, and the death of a significant person in their lives. She is passionate about her work, and is constantly learning about more ways to support her clients and community.

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In October of 2010 the Lord impressed upon me the need to record an EP of intimate worship songs. Working with my good friend and producer, Nick Coetzee, we started working on song selection and arrangement. I really had no idea what direction the project would take. However, something inside my deepest core was telling me it had to be “heart-related.” God was preparing me for a journey. In late summer 2010 my GP noticed my heart murmur was loud and raspy. He sent me to a cardiologist who diagnosed me with Left Ventricular Outflow Tract Obstruction with SAM (Systolic Anterior Motion). Over the following years my condition was kept in check with beta-blockers, and monitored every six months with an echocardiogram and annual heart catheterization. In October 2014 I collapsed in my front yard with complete (Grade 3) AV block. Atrioventricular (AV) block is partial or complete interruption of electrical impulse transmission from the atria to the ventricles. I was rushed to the ER and fitted with a temporary pacemaker to keep me alive overnight. The next afternoon a permanent pacemaker was implanted. I was monitored for another 2 days and released to go home. In December 2014 I had a cardiac MRI (fortunately my pacemaker is MRI-compatible) and it was revealed I also had cardiomyopathy and moderate mitral regurgitation (MR). I was maxed out on the beta-blockers (200mg of metoprolol twice daily). By June 2015 the MR had increased to severe and a heart catheterization confirmed the need for surgery. Due to the high risk nature of the surgery, my cardiologist promptly referred me to Dr. Tom Martin in Orlando. In early August 2015 my wife and I drove to Orlando (we live in Jacksonville) and met with Dr. Martin and his PA. While initially we were skeptical about literally placing my heart – and life – in a stranger’s hands, those concerns dissipated when Dr. Martin – a devout Christian – suggested we hold hands and close the consultation meeting in prayer. And what a powerful prayer it was! I was scheduled for surgery two weeks later. On August 21, 2015 I had open heart surgery to repair my mitral valve (30mm annulopasty ring), close the patent foramen ovale (PFO) – hole in my heart, and a septal resection to correct LVOT Obstruction. During the surgery the atrial lead from my pacemaker became dislodged and 3 days later I had more surgery to insert a new lead. Due to the septal resection, which probably removed my AV Node, I am now 100% pacemaker dependent. I started cardiac rehab on 10/19/2015. At 9 weeks post-surgery I was pain free but sore in my chest. My incisions had healed quite well. The sternum was not as sensitive as it was right after surgery, but I still felt pain if I moved or twisted suddenly – or if the weather was about to change. My fatigue level was pretty high. But fortunately I work from home (self-employed) and can pace myself accordingly. Two months later I still had soreness in my mid-belly right below where the incision ends. I know there are some wire leads the surgeon left in place from when I was on the temporary pacemaker over the weekend between the major surgery on Friday and the pacemaker lead repair on Monday. That kinda freaked me out. Emotionally I hit a wall around 2 months post-OHS and just couldn’t seem to pull myself together. I probably suppressed a lot of feelings from all I’ve been through (what man doesn’t?). But my beautiful wife of 35 years has been my rock and caregiver. I am so blessed I get to spend another 35+ years with her! In early December 2015 I went into Aflutter and had outpatient cardioversion (under general anesthesia they shock the heart back into sinus rhythm). That worked for a while – at least through the holidays. On New Years’s Eve 2015 I was admitted back to the hospital for pacemaker atrial lead replacement surgery. During pre-op they discovered I was in AFib. As a result, I had atrial ablation as well as the pacemaker lead replacement. During an ablation, using high-powered radio waves the doctor destroys tiny areas in the heart that are firing off abnormal electrical impulses. I was in the hospital overnight and sent home in complete sinus rhythm! I restarted cardiac rehab in mid-February and can’t get over how much better I felt almost immediately. By the summer of 2016 I still was not 100% back to normal (whatever that is). My stamina was weak but I enjoyed much better heart health. My sternum still ached and the chest and upper back muscles, nerves, etc. are still healing. But I’m alive and feeling so much better! UPDATE (04/27/16): I just completed the 36 weeks of cardiac rehab and couldn’t be happier with the results! It’s been a long journey but I’m alive to retell it & live a long life with my wife and children (and hopefully one day some grandchildren as well!) UPDATE (10/10/16) – One-year echo shows my EF is now between 60-65%! Sternum still aches when I sneeze. But otherwise, I have my life back! Back to the recording: as Nick and I were praying about the recording, songs would come to us and the project began to take shape. Of the 5 songs on the EP, I knew the title of the project needed to be “The Heart of the King” – having no idea that my journey would take me where it has these past 5 years. Dr. Martin’s hands were guided by The Great Physician as he literally put my heart back together. And most importantly, during this journey, God my Healer showed me the importance of having the heart of THE King Himself.

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Imagine embarking on a journey through the vast and diverse continent of Africa, where the landscapes range from sprawling deserts to lush river valleys. Now, picture this journey through the lens of real estate, a sector as varied and vibrant as the continent itself. Today, we’re zeroing in on Egypt and Algeria, two countries with unique real estate landscapes that offer a glimpse into Africa’s broader market trends. Understanding the Real Estate Market Understanding the real estate market involves recognizing the complex interplay of economic, demographic, and regulatory factors that influence the supply and demand for property. At its core, the market is driven by the balance between the availability of real estate (supply) and the number of people wanting to buy or rent these properties (demand). Economic indicators such as employment rates, income levels, and interest rates significantly affect people’s ability to purchase homes, thereby influencing market dynamics. Additionally, demographic trends, including population growth, migration patterns, and changes in household composition, can shift demand for different types of real estate in various locations. Lastly, government policies on taxation, zoning, and housing affordability also play a crucial role in shaping the real estate market, affecting both the cost and availability of properties. The Appeal of Egypt The appeal of Egypt as a destination for real estate investment is multifaceted, drawing attention to Egypt properties from both domestic and international investors. The country’s strategic location as a bridge between Africa and the Middle East, combined with its rich historical and cultural heritage, makes Egypt properties particularly attractive for those looking to invest in a market with strong tourism potential. Furthermore, the Egyptian government’s initiatives to stimulate the economy through infrastructure projects, such as the development of new cities and the expansion of the Suez Canal, have created a plethora of opportunities for investment in both residential and commercial real estate. Egypt’s growing population and urbanization rates are driving demand for housing, making Egyptian properties a lucrative option for real estate developers and investors. The relatively affordable prices of Egypt properties, compared to other markets in the region, also contribute to their appeal, offering a favorable entry point for investment with the potential for significant returns. Additionally, the government’s efforts to improve the investment climate, including reforms to property registration and ownership laws, further enhance the attractiveness of Egypt properties to a global audience. Key Market Drivers Key market drivers in real estate encompass a range of economic, demographic, and regulatory factors that collectively influence the demand for and supply of properties. Economic growth is a primary driver, as it boosts income levels and employment rates, enhancing people’s capacity to buy or rent homes. Interest rates play a critical role as well; lower rates make borrowing cheaper, increasing the affordability of mortgages and encouraging investment in real estate. Demographically, population growth and urbanization trends push the demand for residential and commercial spaces, especially in burgeoning urban centers. Technological advancements, including the rise of smart homes and green buildings, are increasingly influencing buyer preferences and expectations, driving demand for modern and sustainable properties. Additionally, government policies on land use, housing finance, and investment incentives can significantly impact the real estate market, either by stimulating growth through favorable policies or by imposing constraints that might slow down market activity. These drivers interconnect to shape the dynamics of the real estate market, affecting prices, development trends, and investment opportunities. Economic factors play a pivotal role in shaping the real estate market, influencing both demand for and supply of properties. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is a key indicator of economic health and directly impacts real estate through increased consumer confidence and spending power, leading to higher demand for residential and commercial properties. Interest rates are another crucial economic factor; lower rates make borrowing more affordable, stimulating market activity by enabling more people to buy homes or invest in real estate. Inflation rates also affect real estate values, as properties are often seen as a hedge against inflation, driving up investment during times of higher inflation. Employment levels significantly influence the real estate market, as higher employment increases disposable income and the demand for housing, while unemployment can lead to decreased demand and lower property values. Finally, government fiscal policies and incentives, such as tax deductions on mortgage interest or incentives for first-time homebuyers, can stimulate demand in the real estate sector by making property ownership more accessible and appealing. Together, these economic factors create a complex framework that drives the dynamics of the real estate market, affecting everything from pricing trends to investment strategies. Comparing Egypt and Algeria Comparing the real estate markets of Egypt and Algeria reveals distinct characteristics and opportunities in each country. In Egypt, the real estate market is marked by significant government-led development projects aimed at stimulating the economy and addressing housing needs, which has led to a surge in demand for property, especially in new urban areas like the New Administrative Capital. This demand is further bolstered by Egypt’s growing population and strategic position as a cultural and commercial hub in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. In contrast, the market for property in Algeria has been more subdued, with slower economic growth and regulatory constraints impacting the ease of doing business and foreign investment in real estate. However, property in Algeria offers potential for growth, particularly in urban areas where there is a need for modern housing and commercial spaces to meet the demands of a young and urbanizing population. The Algerian government has been making efforts to diversify the economy and improve the investment climate, which could lead to increased opportunities in the real estate sector. Both countries offer unique prospects for investors, with Egypt’s real estate market currently being more dynamic, while Algeria’s market holds potential for those looking to invest in a market that is in an earlier stage of development. Emerging Trends in Real Estate Emerging trends in real estate are reshaping the industry, driven by technological advances, changing consumer preferences, and global economic shifts. One significant trend is the increasing adoption of PropTech (Property Technology), which includes the use of artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and blockchain in real estate transactions, enhancing efficiency and transparency. Another trend is the growing importance of sustainability and green buildings, as environmental concerns become more prominent, pushing developers to adopt eco-friendly practices and materials in construction. The concept of co-living and co-working spaces is gaining traction, especially among millennials and digital nomads, reflecting a shift towards more flexible and community-oriented living and working environments. Additionally, there’s a rising interest in suburban and secondary markets, spurred by the COVID-19 pandemic, as people seek more space and a better quality of life outside of congested urban centers. Lastly, the real estate market is seeing an increased focus on health and wellness amenities, with properties offering features like improved air quality, natural lighting, and fitness centers to attract health-conscious buyers and tenants. 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We specially honor and thank all volunteers who make the ride possible each year. Without the volunteers….NO RIDE! NO HONORING! NO CEREMONY! NO HEALING! This year’s Big Ride means we need even more of your help, Volunteers! - Volunteers to help the cooks to prepare and serve 3 hot meals/day - Volunteer drivers with support vehicles for the riders, walkers, and horses & to carry their belongings, food and bedding - Medics and vets to help with both human and horse injuries [would that NONE will occur!] - Strong armed people to put up and take down the temporary corrals for the horses twice daily - Strong armed people to help with hauling saddles; horse feeding; mounting and dismounting riders - Mechanics who can assist with vehicle break-downs [would that NONE occur!] - Volunteers for miscellaneous needs both expected and unexpected Please go to the ride registration page to register and volunteer for the ride.

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Sarnia Police Service officers responded to an address located on Lee Court on January 14th at approximately 12:30am, on the report of an injured woman. Police, Lambton Paramedics and Sarnia Fire arrived to fins a woman seriously injured. The victim was rushed to ospital where she was pronounced deceased on arrival. Her identity and cause of death have not been released at this time. According to @SusanTruppe on Twitter, the victim is her niece Natalie Bartlett, 39, a mother of two young girls. Police arrested Joseph Dominic Dicarlo, 45, at the scene and charged him with first-degree murder. The victim and accused were known to each other and there, however, their relationship has not been disclosed. Anyone with information is asked to contact Detective Kent Jamieson at 519-344-8861, extension 6221, or the Sarnia Police Service Criminal Investigations Branch Information Line at 519-344-8861, extension 5300.

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FEAST ART SET - SALVADOR DALI …I call them MoMA and Dada Put away the dollies for some Dali. Clear the table for a surrealist dinner party to blow the minds of your young Peggy Guggenheim and Max Ernst. The crafty, stickerful feast includes a double-sided activity poster, celebrating a high-low culinary mashup, two sets of artist collector cards, exquisite paper napkins to be folded into works of art, three mesmerizing sticker sheets, and two origami crabs à la Diners de Gala. Salvador seats guests wearing a fantastic fake mustache, also included. The perfect addition to the easter basket of any budding artist. 12.5"l x 9.5"w Pair with other joyous offerings for little ones.

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Many things in this text that might look strange are made strange intentionally. For instance author explicitly wrote names of countries,nations and separate people not from a capital letter to show his own personal disrespect to them. Incorrect: Vladimir Putin Correct: putin khuilo Many times seen and discussed by people all around the world, the nation-wide character traits of people living on the nation-owned territories. Some prefer to think that human peculiarities are not influenced by nation and territory they were growing on, other, vis-a-vis, prefer to define influence of your nation on you as inevitable. Author of this text is not a well-educated psychologist(I’m a DevOps Engineer and Information Security enthusiast from Ukraine, Lviv, former Kyiv resident), so conclusions of mine will be backed by personal observations rather then well-written and recognized scientific material. In the 2014, Ukrainians were strongly exposed to the theses of russian propaganda, because as a long 8 years ago(by the time this article is written), notorious russian invasion into Ukraine begun, propaganda of vodka and balalaika-lovers started to mint into their minds that Ukraine and Ukrainians are “fictional” and tend to discriminate other minorities living on the territories of modern Ukraine. You might say: “Wait a minute! Theses, you’ve just mentioned are typical russia-backed propaganda that they try to spread all around the world, before invading into any other country under the pretext of ‘protecting russian-speaking population'”, and you’ll be totally right. Example of Georgia is good one and shows that russian propaganda with all its absurdness and fiction, strongly lacks creativity and exploits same topics as decade ago during Georgia invasion or centuries ago during countless invasions of USSR while trying to establish “buffer zone” between totalitarian trash cans of previous century and civilized nations. The most ridiculous thing about mentioned zombiefication is how it presented to the russians internally. Fictional news stories and reports, that might have come to the heads of their authors only under the influence of heavy drugs, and multimillion herd of submissive sheeps that do not question anything that TV shows them. Strong note: Author brings his apologies to the sheeps all over the world, for this humiliating comparison of sheeps to russians. No doubt that sheeps are clever creatures and, unlike russians, are able to distinguish fiction from reality. When I saw all the absurdness of russian internal government-backed propaganda first time, it was also the first time when I thought of a nation-wide stupidity so strongly inherent to the Mordor Lands russia inhabitants. Scale of russians Stupidity I’ve deliberately mentioned about illiteracy of typical “schi-eater” as the scale of this illiteracy and emotional immaturity covers entire russian federation territory without omitting even a single inhabitant. To add a bit of fun to this extremely truthful hate speech, let me quickly introduce you to the fauna that inhabits modern Mordor Lands. russia is represented by the multiple types of creatures: - Soviet-lover(“Sovok”) homeless stalkers - “Outside the politics” money-driven chameleons - russian Teddy Bear opposition - Orthodox (choose a variant: pedophile/cannibal/narcissist/maniac) cultists - russian squatter(aka “Gopnik”) - Government and oligarchs All this families of creatures have one spare trait: they are ready to tolerate any oppression, eat hay(or shit, if hay is in deficit due to economical sanctions) for years, if you persuade them that due to this oppressions, they’ll become greatest nation in the world. Soviet-lover homeless stalker or “Sovok” Hostile mob that can be neutral only to another Sovok. There no alliance exist inside russia to which sovok can be friendly. Due to the long homeless life, they’re massively used to feed themselves from trash cans. Nutritious orts and rotten flesh of dead pigeons and ravens found there give them endless energy stock, to use it for discussing with other members of this affiliation “how good it was in the soviet union”. If you by accident mention that USSR was shitty place, they’re instantly become hostile and agressive and attack you to defeat you and eat your brain, as a result, turning you into another Sovok. The most numerous alliance at the lands of Mordor. “Outside the politics” money-driven chameleons Very specific creatures. Have no PvP mode and massively pretend to be neutral(or friendly where possible) to all other groups found in the Mordor, however, in reality, they hate everyone(even members of their own alliance). Life support system in their bodies is very unusual and requires money in a very big amounts. They are feeded with money, they use money as their single provider of leisure and use money to solve each and every problem that arises on their path. The more money you publicly waste – the more honorable chameleon you become. The main peculiarity of their behavior is revealed when russia invades any other country. As soon as russian government establishes control over the territory, despite all the prohibitions and laws of the civilized world, chameleons arrive to the annexed territory and state that: “all this war thing is a politics, and we are not involved into any kind of politics, so we will be traveling to the annexed territories and earn money there”. Calling wars that russia starts “the political tensions between two governments”, they then arrive to the newly annexed lands and show “all their love” to their president(of course for money they’re being paid be the president). russian “Teddy Bear” opposition Quite big fraction who is less poor then sovoks, but still they’re living below the poverty line. They have their own religion of praying to Alexey Navalny – so called “russian oppositioner”, who, for his softness, was called “Teddy Bear oppositioner”. While doing nothing to improve their level of life, fraction members believe that when Navalny will come to the power instead of vladimir putin(aka khuilo), they will live a good life(which of course will never happen because of lack of brains in the alliance members). Creatures do not have any PvP mode, which prevents them from defending themselves when police beats them up for the organized protests against government. Very religious alliance. Only two things scare them in this world: wrath of God and wrath of kirill the patriach – leader of the cult on the terrain of Mordor. Members of the cult are specially chosen ones by the patriach to live in a blatant luxury, wrap themselves in the fabrics, covered with gold and bless war actions and terror that russian government sows all over the world. In their inner world, they’re strong supporters of such things like narcissism, pedophilia, cannibalism and suffer from maniacal disfunction. one of the smallest alliances in the russia, but still very dangerous due to absence of any human emotions inside their members. russian squatter(aka “Gopnik”) Very widely spread alliance. Takes second place by numerosity after “sovoks”. Alliance aggressive to all other alliances(even to other gopniks). Poor in the same way as typical sovok, but instead of searching food at the trash cans, they instantly enter into PvP with all other inhabitants of Mordor and after defeating them, they take away their food and money. Despite being hostile to each other, some gopniks may unite into small groups to increase their combat power and then split the prey equally. If no other creatures are in their sight, they remain in the idle state. While remaining in the idle state, they take a very specific pose of squatting low to the ground without touching ground with their buttocks(please refer to the image above as an illustration). Government and oligarchs The smallest and the most rich and powerful group in the lands of Mordor. It curates all the terrorism that russia is involved in, make sure that other fractions remain stupid and uninformed, fools the population with myths of “russian greatness” and keeps dissatisfaction of other groups with their actions on the controlled level. Group controls all the money in the land and carefully dose them to the chameleons and cultists, asking for the public support in return. High-level look at the mentioned groups of creatures Despite differences in appearance and behavior, creatures in russia can be split into two groups: rich ones and poor ones(no middle class there guys). Poor ones consist of: - “Teddy Bear” opositioners They are making up 99% of russian population and they possess with 1% of russia material richness. Rich ones consist of: - Orthodox cultists - Government and oligarchs They are making only 1% of russian population, but posess with 99% of material richness of russia. Every human at the lands that russia invades, almost instantly turns into the member of mentioned group. If you’re greedy, cruel and have a bit of creativity, then you have a chance of becoming a rich one. If you’re hard-working, open-minded and sincere, you risk getting into poor group. Here goes the conclusion… After presenting you to the lifestyle in russia and their inhabitants and what happens to those of us who find themselves under occupation of russia, it’s time for you to decide if you’re wishing to be transformed into one of those characters, mentioned above. It might not be obvious at the first sight, but things described above, that you might have(or might have not) found a bit funny for yourself are made more funny when you realize that they are really truthful and I have described life in russia ‘as-is’. Its only fun to be looking at those things from side. Being a part of this is the scariest then any horror you might have imagined in your head which seems infinite. Europe have to understand that putin won’t stop after conquering Ukraine, he will advance towards into Poland, Germany, France and won’t stop unless being shot in the head. So I urge you to help Ukraine to protect not only our independence but a peaceful life of all civilized world that Ukrainians currently protect by sacrificing lives of the best of us. - Close the sky over Ukraine! - Apply more and more economical sanctions to Russia to make them feel consequences of their actions. - Help civilians to survive in this hard times. Sovok(Ukr. совок) – scoop used to collect all the garbage after sweeping the floor. By analogy with USSR enjoyers who, like scoops, collected all the garbage present in USSR informational field. Gopnik – popular name for the low-profile criminals that usually engaged with petty thefts to then use them to get some beers. Schi – russian national dish, made from who knows what. Recipe emerged by the principle: “Put everything that we have at home Vasya!”

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Service Area Map Mississippi Valley Conservancy works with conservation-minded individuals and communities who choose to permanently protect land from development that damages wildlife habitats and farmlands. We own and manage nature preserves where we restore native habitats to enhance biodiversity and protect declining species in this time of global climate change. We also provide environmental education in efforts to enrich our local communities. We serve the Wisconsin counties of Buffalo, Crawford, Grant, Jackson, La Crosse, Monroe, Richland, Trempealeau, and Vernon. Indigenous Land Acknowledgment Mississippi Valley Conservancy acknowledges that we conserve land which is the ancestral and traditional home of several Indigenous peoples, including Ochethi Sakowin, Ho-Chunk, Menominee, Myaamia, Kikaapoi, Wahpeton, Sauk, and Meskwaki. The Conservancy recognizes that Indigenous peoples were forced to leave this region, primarily by settlers of European heritage. It is part of our mission to conserve land for the health and well-being of current and future generations of all people and all the life we share it with. To accomplish this, the Conservancy will recognize and respect the full history of land stewardship within Wisconsin’s Driftless Area and will endeavor to protect our common home in a collaborative, inclusive, and equitable way. The nine counties serviced by Mississippi Valley Conservancy.

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Can't Keep Creativity Down: Associate Spotlight on Beth Martens “I’m pretty sure I have creative Attention Deficit Disorder because I want to do it all.” These are the words of Marketing Proposal Specialist Beth Martens, and while those who know her work would never call it a “disorder”, we think she just might be able to do it all. Creativity is in Beth’s blood, coming from an artistic family. Her mom was a professional seamstress, which is where Beth mastered the art of sewing and fabric. This skill set has ultimately made Beth the P1 Group Marketing Department’s swag guru, where she has significantly improved our promotional apparel capabilities. However, her true passion begins, and ends, with illustration. “I have always liked to draw,” Beth said. “I was awarded 2nd place at the Missouri State High School Art Show my senior year and went on to the University of Kansas to pursue a degree in Visual Communications.” Although she had to leave after three years due to financial hardship, Beth began another of her life’s greatest projects: Her family. “I got married and started a family, then went to work for Gear for Sports in the QA department because I had sewing experience and knowledge of fabric,” Beth explained. With more creative support from her brothers, one a movie visual effects professional and prominent sculptor, and the other a professional painter (of the fine arts variety), Beth got even more into design. “I started producing a small children’s magazine through my church,” Beth said. “I did all of the illustrations and my brother taught me Quark and Photoshop so I could do the layout.” Over the years, Beth has had a series of jobs, from layout artist to working at Target. When the 2008 financial crisis hit, Beth found herself needing a more financially viable job to help support her family, and that’s how she found P1. “My son played baseball with P1 Group Executive Vice President Phil Nehring’s son, and my husband and I became friends with Phil and his wife Rebecca,” Beth said. “Phil talked about what a great company P1 was, and encouraged me to try to get a job there, so I watched the openings for a while.” In 2012, a service coordinator job opened up and Beth took the opportunity. “I enjoyed working with the techs and learned to really respect the job they do, and I think I got to be a decent dispatcher,” Beth said. But every creative knows a good creative can’t be kept down, and Beth’s eye was always on the Marketing side of P1, hoping to join the department and bring her creativity to the table. “I had this creative side that just wasn’t being fulfilled, and I really missed using those creative skills in my day-to-day job,” she said. When a position opened up in Marketing in spring 2019, Beth applied, and the rest is history. According to Marketing + Communications Manager Victoria Hoffman, Beth has been an asset to the Marketing department in multiple ways. “Bringing Beth into Marketing has not only given the department the benefit of her artistic creativity, but also a stronger connection between Marketing and Service,” Victoria said. “Beth’s relationships with the service techs she worked with over the years have paved the way for more collaboration between Marketing and Service.” Fine art is what you’ll catch Beth doing during most of her free time. Her favorite mediums include illustration, watercolor, and dimensional “found” metal art. “I started out drawing with pencil and colored pencils. During my second go at college, I started working with watercolors and really enjoyed that,” Beth said. “I have always had a fascination for metal art. I went to Sedona Arizona and was just amazed at this large horse sculpture that was made entirely out of found/junk items,” Beth recalls. “I started picking up metal pieces around the office and have created several pieces.” “I create things for which I’m passionate about the subject matter. I’ve enjoyed portraiture, and I’ve discovered a love for painting architecture,” Beth said. “I enjoyed traveling to England so I like all things British. I also like painting flowerpots - I love a good terra cotta pot! I do some pet portraits and I love drawing children.” At the end of the day, Beth always returns to her two basic favorites. “I love working in watercolor. It’s quick and fresh and you can get some nice effects once you understand the medium. I love the transparency of the paint and the way it spreads and flows on the paper,” Beth said. “Of course my first love is pencil drawing and I will always keep doing that.” P1 Group is glad to have benefited from Beth’s many talents, from dispatch to marketing, and we look forward to seeing more in the years to come. Beth’s brother Ken, has done some pretty well-known sculptures, three of which are prominently displayed around Lawrence, KS: The mascot for the Haskell Indian University which sits at the entrance; the mascot for the Free State High School on the high school campus; and a sculpture of Langston Hughes at the Langston Hughes Library for Children.

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Sitting in The Connection at the Social Science Research Institute in Gross Hall was intimidating. I was surrounded by distinguished people: professors, visiting professors from distinguished universities, researchers, and postdocs, all of whom had gathered together to view a showing of the documentary, Predict My Future: The Science of Us. Predict My Future documents the work of Terrie Moffitt and Avshalom Caspi, two Duke professors who study people in Dunedin, New Zealand. They have followed the lives of all the children born within a year in Dunedin for the last 40 years to measure genetics, personal habits, environment, jobs, physical attributes, and etc. The Dunedin Longitudinal Study is the largest study of its kind and offers deep insights into how children become adults. The episode, “The Early Years,” first posed the questions, “Why do some people become successful and others become outcasts? Why are we the way that we are?” By tracking all of these personal factors and some behaviors, including risky sexual activities, criminal activities, and drinking and smoking habits, the Dunedin Longitudinal Study can answer these questions. The researchers can tell which children are likely to become “problem children,” “geniuses,” and so on, based on the child’s personality type. The study first identified five different personality types in young children, and researchers discovered that the children’s’ personality types did not change in adulthood. The three personality types that are typically associated with doing well in life, having better health, having friends, and being more successful are: “well-adjusted,” “reserved,” and “confident.” The two personality types associated with having poorer quality of life in adulthood are “inhibited” and “undercontrolled.” Then, the study identified other factors that lead to serious consequences later in life or simply predict futures. Children who experienced delays in walking and in talking were likely to have issues with brain development. Boys with these traits typically disliked school, did poorly in school, and were more likely to be involved in criminal activity. The amount of sleep children received between the ages of five and eleven would determine obesity in adulthood. Adults who received the least amount of sleep as children tended to be obese by age 32. Schizophrenia, researchers discovered, starts developing in young children, not just adults as had previously been thought. About half of the 11-year-olds in the study who said they had seen or heard things that weren’t there had developed schizophrenia two decades later. Watching more TV was associated with a higher likelihood of smoking and having anxiety. Regardless of IQ or environment, children who watched more TV were more likely to leave school without qualifications. The important lesson the documentary emphasized was that having a good childhood is important. Warm, sensitive, stimulating, family-feeling invoking environments are great protective factors to risk factors. Overall, this was a brilliant, stimulating, easy-to-understand documentary. Post by Meg Shieh

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Originally from Tennessee, I moved to North Carolina after graduating from Sewanee University with a BA in both Classics and English. My undergraduate thesis explored Seneca's poetics of exile as a means of Stoically reframing his so-called retirement under Nero. After serving as an AmeriCorps member in the Duke Program in Education between undergrad and grad school, I then went to the University of Michigan: Ann Arbor where I obtained my MA in Classical Languages after passing a Greek and Latin qualifying examination. There, I focused on language study and developed papers on virtue/vice language in Tacitus, named women in Herodotus Book 1, and Medea's agonistic exchange with Jason in Euripides' Medea. I also taught three sections of Greek Myth to 75 students twice per week and assisted the instructor of record with once-weekly general lectures. I attended two semesters of doctoral study on fellowship and appointment at the University of Minnesota's Religions in Antiquity program, and there explored material culture and anthropological approaches to antiquity that changed my approach to scholarship. I contributed weekly scholarly presentations on research findings about social/political aspects of Ancient Corinth based on a combined material culture and literary study and wrote a seminar paper on mythopoesis of Medea in Corinth. In the spring, I served as a teaching assistant for the Greek Religion course and brought in my research on Sapphic scholarly tradition for interested students. In 2021, I transferred to Duke University to begin my PhD. As a nonbinary scholar with disabilities who is also a first-gen student, I always try to center marginalized identities in my work, particularly as a white person in a field with a history of connection to white supremacy and racism. This semester, I am thrilled to be auditing a "history of the field" pedagogical development course devoted entirely to untangling Classics' connection with racism. I am always revisiting my personal and career trajectory to ensure that my productive time is spent meaningfully in pursuit of advancing equity and justice and welcome all learning and development.

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Flawless dinnerware, table settings put the Annenberg reputation for hospitality on display Sunnylands Center & Gardens reopens to the public on Wednesday, Sept. 14, with its first new exhibition in two years – a look at the exquisite china, flatware, and table settings that Walter and Leonore Annenberg used to entertain the parade of notable guests who visited their Rancho Mirage estate. The exhibition, A Place at the Table: Dining at Sunnylands, examines a remarkable history of gatherings, from yearly events, such as birthday and New Year’s celebrations, to extraordinary occasions that include an official White House dinner and a luncheon visit from Britain’s Queen Elizabeth II and Prince Philip. “Walter and Leonore Annenberg – he was ambassador to the Court of St. James’s in the Nixon administration and she was chief of protocol during the Reagan era – understood the impact of thoughtful hospitality in an intimate setting,” said Anne Rowe, director of heritage at Sunnylands. “This exhibition celebrates the tradition of gathering people together around a table where personal relationships can blossom.” From 1966, the year of Sunnylands’ completion, to 2009, the Annenbergs welcomed dozens of world-famous figures from the business, political, and entertainment fields to their 200-acre winter home for camaraderie, conversation, and joyous meals. The new exhibition highlights five dishware patterns that were the most frequently used at Sunnylands. For example, Royal Copenhagen’s famed Flora Danica pattern is the largest assemblage of dishware at Sunnylands, with 437 pieces in the collection. The Annenbergs used the Flora Danica tableware for Queen Elizabeth and Prince Philip’s visit in 1983 and the White House dinner seven years later that brought U.S. President George H.W. Bush together with the prime minister of Japan, Toshiki Kaifu. “A range of patterns allowed the Annenbergs and their staff to create endlessly varied dining experiences for their guests,” Rowe said. “The patterns differ in quantity, color, and design, and were used for a variety of events in different settings throughout the estate.” The four other patterns showcased in the exhibition are Cheviot Green by Minton; Derby Panel Green by Royal Crown Derby; and two patterns by Herend, Queen Victoria and Rothschild Birds. The exhibition displays the Annenbergs’ china with a plethora of dining accessories: Baccarat glassware, silver serving trays, gold and silver serving utensils, and delicate coffee pots, sugar bowls, and creamers. A variety of hand-embroidered Lerón linens – napkins, placemats, and tablecloths – complement the table settings. The public is welcome to see the exhibition free of charge when Sunnylands resumes its usual opening hours, 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday through Sunday, beginning Sept. 14. Sunnylands Center & Gardens is located at 37977 Bob Hope Drive in Rancho Mirage. The exhibition will remain on display until June 4, 2023. A Place at the Table: Dining at Sunnylands is the first exhibition to be installed at Sunnylands Center since In Motion: Agam at Sunnylands, featuring the works of the renowned kinetic artist, Yaacov Agam, opened in September 2020. That show remained on view through periodic closures at Sunnylands due to the coronavirus pandemic. It closed in June 2022. Tickets for September tours of the historic Annenberg home are on sale now at www.sunnylands.org. Tickets for October tours go on sale on Sept. 15.

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Trump gets his golf course, plus 500 luxury homes London, Nov 4 : New York-based billionaire businessman Donald Trump’s contentious plans to transform a wild and windswept stretch of the Aberdeenshire coastline into an exclusive 1 billion pound golf resort have been approved by the Scottish Government. Trump said he was “deeply honoured” by the decision, which follows a local planning inquiry. Soon after Trump submitted his plans for a golf resort, he made clear that he expected officialdom’s approval. With characteristic bluntness, the property billionaire told an interviewer: “I’m going to get it.” Some 18 months after he unveiled his proposal for “the world’s greatest golf course” and launched a charm offensive that involved a visit in his personal Boeing 727 to bemused cousins in the Hebrides, the tycoon saw his prediction come true on Monday when the Scottish government gave the go-ahead to the controversial scheme. John Swinney, the SNP Finance Secretary at Holyrood, declared that there was a “significant economic and social benefit” in the project, which includes two golf championship courses, a five-star hotel and hundreds of homes, as he overturned a previous decision to reject the plans and granted outline planning permission for the scheme. Environmentalists, however, expressed dismay that approval had been given despite protests that the course will be partly built on protected sand dunes, The Independent reported Conservationists claimed that the dunes on the Menie estate near Aberdeen, classified as a Site of Special Scientific Interest (SSSI), would be destroyed by the development. Trump still faces several difficulties before teeing off from his Aberdeenshire resort. Not least is Michael Forbes, the 55-year-old fisherman whose 23-acre farm sits in the middle of the development site. He has vowed to never sell up. (ANI)

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Cati Ribot is a 3rd generation winegrower making natural wines under the name Ve d’Avior (“from the past” in Mallorquin) in the town of Santa Margalida, in the northeast of Mallorca. Her family’s background was in the farming of table grapes, almonds, and olives, but in the 1990s her father Jaume planted international varieties (Syrah, Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon) with the goal of making wine. In 2004, Jaume built a sizeable bodega next to the vines, and Cati started working with her father in the vines and in the cellar. In the beginning, this was a solidly conventional affair, making the full-bodied red wines that Spain and Mallorca were known for at the time. Working with her father, Cati grew more and more interested in wine, eventually leading to training as a sommelier in Barcelona in 2008 (she related that she used to take the first flight each morning to Barcelona and the last flight back to Palma every night during this training). Cati pointed to this as an important opportunity to expand her horizons beyond Mallorquin wine: she tasted wines from all over Europe and the world, analyzed them and their methods of production, and connected with the burgeoning Catalan natural wine scene. She brought back different ideas about how Mediterranean wine could taste, and different goals for the family bodega. As she took on a larger role at the winery from 2009, the winemaking and the farming began to change (organic certification was achieved in 2012), culminating in 2014 when she began employing biodynamic treatments in the vineyards, influenced and guided by Joan Rubió, an expert on biodynamic and organic viticulture from the Penedès. As they improved the farming, Cati and Jaume also began to delve into the past of Mallorquin viticulture, planting old varieties in collaboration with the island’s governing bodies in 2006. They were one of two producers to start planting new vines of ancient varieties like Escursac, the local Malvasía de Banyalbufar, Girò Ros and Prensal Blanc (and other, even lesser-known varieties like Callet Negrella and Vinater that remain unrecognized by the D.O. authorities in Mallorca). Gradually, some of these varieties that had been excluded from ‘modern’ or commercial winemaking in Mallorca were accepted by the governing organizations and included on the official register of Spanish grape varieties. Perhaps more importantly, Cati found that she enjoyed the wines that these varieties produced far more than the wines made from international varieties in Mallorca, and that they were suited to a different sort of winemaking. Harvests grew earlier and macerations got shorter as Cati explored the potential of grapes more suited to the Mallorquin soils, her own tastes, and especially the Mallorquin climate. Owing to Mallorca’s long, hot, and sunny summers, the indigenous varieties tend to be late-ripening, drought resistant, and large-berried. These characteristics prevent them from becoming over-ripe and protect them during dry periods. The most important of these varieties to Cati’s story is the red grape Escursac. Large-berried and late-ripening, it tends towards the production of wines with moderate alcohol, delicate red fruit, and soft tannins. To our knowledge, Cati makes the only bottled varietal wines in the world from the grape, from 1.2 hectares of vines that she and her father planted in front of the winery in 2006. Her passion for Escursac led to the planting of another 5 adjacent hectares in 2020. Cati’s story took another important turn in 2019, as she took over the bodega her father had founded as Galmés i Ribot. Having already moved away from new oak and never having used any aggressive additives, Cati stopped employing sulfur in the winery, and Ve d’Avior was born. In the same year, she started working together in the bodega with Charlie Prymaka, who had a background in natural wine from working at Terroir and Les Cave des Pyrene in London and with Evan Lewandowski and Scott Frank on the west coast of the United States. Their collaboration was a great success, and, by chance, it started to grow. In the same year, Eloi Cedó (of Chato Paquita & Sistema Vinari) was looking for a space to make his wines, and Cati welcomed him to work in their space at Bodega Galmés i Ribot. Jaume Prats joined this collection of Mallorquin natural winemakers in 2020. Cati and Charlie have made changes to the winery itself, replacing large tanks suited to the production of conventional wines with smaller vessels, and brought in new ceramic tinajas. In the vineyard, they’ve replaced international varieties with more plantings of Escursac and Mantonegro, and with apple saplings drawn from indigenous apple cultivars, hoping to break with agricultural monoculture and to eventually make cider (which would make them the only cidermakers in Mallorca). A herd of the rare local red-skinned Mallorquin sheep keep the vigorous cover crops in check over the fall and winter months. The vineyard’s Cal Vermell soils (iron-rich calcareous clays) are thriving, enriched by regenerative and biodynamic farming practices. The finca is now 80% indigenous grape varieties; Charlie and Cati were discussing their approach to replacing the last of the international varieties in November of 2021. The culture at Cati’s well-ordered and immaculate bodega is vibrant and inspiring, as she and Charlie and Eloi and Jaume experiment with newly revived grape varieties, natural fermentation methods, and novel vessels. They share vineyards and grapes, and work in distinct ways in the cellar while simultaneously embracing their collaborative environment and combined knowledge and perspective. While Cati’s finished wines are mostly blends of grapes from multiple parcels, she ferments these separately, hoping to bring out the character of each site and each variety. And there’s new ideas and dreams for the future, including collaborative experiments involving different techniques, like carbonic maceration, cofermentations of red and white grapes, and a novel approach to crafting methode ancestrale sparkling wines. It all lends the space an incredible sense of possibility: Cati’s bodega is a collaborative workshop, the home base of four hardworking, innovative winemakers and farmers and the wellspring from which come some of the most exciting wines being made in Spain today – all hail the Queen of Escursac!

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Summer School 2017 for 8 to 15s Make sure you do something incredible this summer – come to The MGA Academy of Performing Arts and learn from some of the best teachers and professional performers the UK has to offer! Not just a great time for all involved! Our summer courses offer specialist training, learning and development opportunities through the study of the Performing Arts. With West End professionals as guest tutors and an opportunity to work with the incredible team at MGA not only will you have a great time – you will learn loads too! The courses run during the 2017 school summer holiday in two blocks: - WEEK 1: 24th to 28th July - WEEK 2: 31st to 4th August Join us for one, or make the most of your summer and come along for two weeks of exceptional training, fabulous confidence building, ridiculous amounts of fun, and excellent friend-making opportunities. The Summer School is designed to give young people a real insight into the Performing Arts, and training focuses on both the enjoyment and the discipline of professional theatre. Professional training – professional levels of FUN! Summer School course are aimed at students aged between 8 and 15 years old. Courses run Monday to Friday each week – 10am to 4pm. Each week ends with a presentation of participants’ work at Academy building for an invited audience of friends and family. Worried about childcare? Drop-off available from 8.30am and pick-up available up to 5pm with advanced booking (contact the MGA Office for more information). We also have our on-site, great value MGA Cafe serving healthy breakfast, lunch and dinner options for summer course participants, if required.

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Our second annual Salmon Spawn Watch contest wrapped up last week! We received nearly 100 entries and got to see some spectacular images that capture the beauty of wild salmon and their epic migrations. Our lucky prize winners for this year are: • Madison O’Connell wins our grand prize, a 2-day all-inclusive glamping & relaxation package for 2 from REO Rafting Resort ($998 value) • Kendra Nelson won a Patagonia Black Hole MLC. This is a burly, soft-sided 45-litre suitcase with enough room for world travel and convertible backpack straps for comfy load carrying (value $299) • Our third prize is a Devil’s Gorge Run rafting trip with Kumsheen Rafting for one. This includes a riverside lunch and a half-day of rafting on the legendary Thompson River (value $159). Torrie Nicholas is the lucky winner! This year we received entries of spawning Adams River sockeye, chum salmon in the Alouette, coho climbing waterfalls near Langford and even some entries of Atlantic salmon from Scotland! Some other quick facts: Goldstream Park on Vancouver Island was a popular location this year for salmon spawn watchers and most of our contest entries came through Instagram. While we run this contest to celebrate the return of salmon to their home waters, the reality is that returns to some rivers this year were lower than expected, or impacted by factors such as unprecedented drought. Several entries submitted featured waterways without salmon when there should have been, or fish fighting to travel up rivers with little flow. While hard to observe, it helps document the need to do more to defend and rebuild wild salmon habitat and make it more resilient to threats, such as climate change. Though our contest has ended, wild salmon are still spawning in some areas of B.C. and we encourage you to continue to go out, document the returns and share online with the #SalmonSpawnWatch hashtag. A big thank-you to our sponsors for this year’s Salmon Spawn Watch: Reo Rafting Resort, who supported this event for a second year, Patagonia and Kumsheen Rafting. Check out some of the great entries we received this year!

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And now for something completely different! Me, with a household tip that sounds crazy, but seems to work. By balling up a piece of tin foil and putting it in your dishwasher your silverware will come out sparkling clean and shiny. I know, it sounds a bit far fetched, but give it a try. You may be surprised at the result. I was. There’s a chemical reaction that takes place and don’t ask me to explain it. Just try it!

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Born in London in 1984, Hannah Kendall is one of Britain’s most promising young contemporary classical composers. Her piano piece Processional will feature in our concert at St George’s Bristol on 23 September. Her parents are originally from Guyana in South America, where her grandfather was a talented jazz musician who encouraged his children to study music and dance. As a child Hannah learnt to play the violin, but had switched to singing by the time she went to study music at Exeter University. It was only towards the end of her degree course that she turned to composition. She went on to study composition with Kenneth Hesketh at the Royal College of Music. Since then she has written pieces for a wide variety of forces from solo piano to large orchestra, including many vocal pieces ranging from individual songs to large choral works. Her one-man chamber opera ‘The Knife of Dawn’ was premiered in 2016, and was described as ‘dramatically intense and atmospheric’ (The Guardian) and ‘intricate and imaginative’ (The Financial Times). Hannah’s work has been performed by many leading performers and orchestras, and she has appeared on ‘Composer of the Week’ and ‘Hear and Now’ on BBC Radio 3. Her works have been performed at the BBC Proms in both 2017 and 2018. Hannah is a lover of contemporary culture, and often works collaboratively across different art forms including theatre, dance, poetry and art. Processional, which features in our concert, was inspired by a painting of the same name by Norman Lewis, which is an abstract representation of the Selma to Montgomery marches organised by African-Americans during the Civil Rights Movement in 1965. The piece starts slowly and quietly in the piano’s high register, steadily leading to gentle undulating and repetitive rhythms, building in intensity to a forceful and driving section, and ending on a soft flourish as the procession continues into the distance. For more about Hannah and her work, see her website.

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Welcome to a new episode of Leading Up. This episode’s focus is a crucial element in the world of leadership and personal development: speaking up and building confidence. In this episode, you can learn more about the challenges many face in voicing their opinions and maintaining confidence, often clouded by the need for external validation. You’ll find out the difference between internal and external validation, the importance of self-affirmation, and the courage to stand by your choices. This episode is a deep dive into understanding why external approval while gratifying, can be a limiting factor in decision-making and leadership. Explore the evolutionary psychology behind the need for approval and how it has shaped our behavior in modern contexts. Discover insightful analysis on how overreliance on external validation can hinder your leadership journey. This video addresses the common signs of people-pleasing and the necessity of prioritizing internal validation to step into your power as a leader. This episode is not just about identifying the problem; it’s about actionable solutions. In this episode of Leading Up you’ll go through the process of overcoming the fear of disapproval and aligning your actions with your beliefs. Leadership is not about popularity but about authenticity and conviction. For those stepping into new leadership roles, you will find valuable advice on building confidence through education and acquiring soft skills. Don’t miss this empowering episode of Leading Up. It’s a journey of growth, self-discovery, and embracing the essence of confidence. Tune in to this episode and take a significant step towards becoming more confident.

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Elderly Self-Esteem: Activities For Seniors To Improve Confidence Self-esteem is important for anyone, but as you age and begin to have health issues, you can start to lose confidence and your self-esteem. Loss of confidence in old age can be the beginning of a self-destructive cycle, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Check out these activities to help boost your confidence. Loss of self-esteem and aging tend to go hand-in-hand. When you look in the mirror you don’t see the person you used to be twenty or thirty years ago, and you might not be able to do everything as well as you once could. That’s just part of getting older, but it can really take a bite out of your self-esteem. Not addressing the issue, and continuing down that path, can put you at risk for chronic low self-esteem. The question then becomes — can low self-esteem lead to depression? Unfortunately, often the answer is yes, chronic low self-esteem leads to depression. But you can do something about it. Self-Esteem Activities for Seniors The good news is there are simple activities you can do to increase elderly self-esteem: - Stay social – Socializing should be on the top of the list of activities. Whether it’s playing golf, playing bridge, or getting together for dinner, having those you care about around you and engaging with them will always give you a boost. - Volunteer – Helping others is a great way to increase your self-esteem. It is a win-win for the person or organization you’re helping, and it also makes you feel good about yourself. If there is a cause you’re passionate about, consider giving a little of your time to it. - Practice good hygiene – There’s no two ways about it. When you look good you feel good. Sitting around in sweats and a bathrobe might be comfortable, but it’s certainly no way to increase your self-esteem. Get up, get cleaned up, and get dressed as if you are going out to socialize even if you aren’t. You’ll find that your opinion of yourself becomes more positive. And if you are having trouble having good hygiene, a caregiver can help with personal care. - Eat healthy foods – The truth is, when you do what you know is good for you, like eating healthy and exercising, you feel better about yourself. When you do things that aren’t good for you, you might enjoy them in the moment, but you’ll feel bad about yourself later. - Add Yoga to your routine – There is a mind/body connection when performing yoga that helps you let go of negative thoughts and increase body strength. Having a strong and fit body will allow you to move easier, reduce the possibility of falls, and allow you to take care of yourself for longer. The effects on confidence when aging can be devastating. The negative thoughts can be an unending cycle that leads to chronic low self-esteem. That’s why if you’re feeling down on yourself, it is especially important to talk to someone. Self-esteem and age don’t have to go down a difficult path. There are many ways to feel better about yourself and gain a whole new outlook on life. All it takes is a little work.

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Oak Class Grand Ball Oak class ended their topic on Fairy Tales and Traditional Tales with a Grand Ball. Lots of fun was had dancing, wand making and cupcake decorating. The children dressed up for the Ball and they really did look marvellous. A feast of cupcakes made by the children and chocolate milkshakes were enjoyed by all.

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Heir Ceramics are designed and slip casted by hand in Lisbon, Portugal. The studio explores issues of consumption, disposability, and value. The pieces challenge perceptions and expectations of industrially produced objects by preserving imperfections and evidence of previous human interaction. The ceramic works encourage retention and a reflection to their material, past life, and process of their creation.

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|100 Action Principles By Bill FitzPatrick book pdf Saturday 18 August 2018 100 Action Principles By Bill FitzPatrick Starting with this defining moment, Love, Friendship, Respect, Prosperity, Security, Peace, Happiness All await you in the 100 Action Principles. The tone of the 100 Action Principles is motivational. These Action Principles are for you, a self reliant take-charge person of action willing to study and work hard for yourself, your family and the larger community. The Action Principles are not p resented as religious principles but rather as ideals common to all major religi ons . The Action Principles are not commandments but inspirational guides to re i n f o rc e your own value system. The intent is to challenge and stimulate your thinking as you create your own independent success philosophy formalized in your daily action plans, your to-do list.

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Lava Briefly Spews From Hawaii's Kilauea Updated at 6:20 a.m. ET Friday Kilauea — Hawaii's most active volcano — began spewing lava into a residential area on Thursday, prompting evacuations after hundreds of small earthquakes in recent days telegraphed an impending eruption. But the eruption at the Leilani Estates subdivision was short-lived. At 10:13 p.m. local time, the Hawaii Observatory Status Report said after about two hours, lava spatter and gas bursts had ceased after spreading only about 33 feet from the active fissure. "At this time, the fissure is not erupting lava and no other fissures have erupted," the observatory said. The new flow on Hawaii's Big Island came just hours after a 5.0-magnitude temblor, the strongest in a series of magnitude 2.5 or greater quakes to strike the area in recent days. In an earlier Volcano Activity Notice, the U.S. Geological Survey said "white, hot vapor and blue fume [smoke] emanated from an area of cracking in the eastern part" of the Leilani subdivision. "Spatter began erupting shortly before 5 p.m.," it said. Just prior to the eruption, Hawaii County Civil Defense officials were quoted by the newspaper as saying they were on "high alert" for the possibility of an eruption in the area. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory saidthe quake, which struck at 10:30 a.m. local time, "caused rockfalls and possibly an additional collapse" into the Pu'u O'o, a crater on the Kilauea volcano that has been slowly crumbling. A pink plume of ash could be seen briefly wafting over the crater, but no other significant changes had been observed, HVO said on its website. Geologists had predicted that the ongoing temblors — more than 600 in the past three days — were an indication that lava could break through the surface at any time. Most of the quakes have been in the magnitude 2.0 range and until Thursday morning, the largest recorded was 4.2. The agency that operates the county's emergency preparedness and response program had warnedresidents to prepare for evacuation in case of an eruption. "A lava breakout remains a possibility — and it could happen quickly," Janet Babb, an HVO geologist, told NPR, adding that these types of events are nearly impossible to predict. Babb explained that the rumbling in the region goes back to mid-March when the cone of the Pu'u O'o crater began to swell and the pressure trapped inside caused the crater floor to collapse on April 30. That forced an intrusion of the magma, which means that rather than gushing upward through the crater of the volcano, it starting seeping underground. As it moves beneath the surface, the molten lava is breaking up rock and causing the ground to shift. That process results in earthquakes. And the fear is that lava will spew out of cracks created by those earthquakes and destroy nearby homes. Since Monday, the magma has moved under major highways and also to Leilani Estates. Hawaii News Now reportedthat several quakes Wednesday "created cracks in the roadway," measuring up to 18 inches long and 2 inches wide in some places. National Park Service officials have shut down 16,000 acres of the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park as a precaution. And a local charter school was also closed on Thursday. Babb compared this week's volcanic activity to an eruption of Kilauea in 1955 that lasted 88 days and covered about 3,900 acres in lava, destroying nearby communities. Copyright 2021 NPR. To see more, visit https://www.npr.org.

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Who has been dreaming of visiting Kharkov? Probably not many of you, yet this Ukrainian city is getting ready to welcome football fans by the thousands next summer for Euro 2012. Kharkov is quite the spotlight for Eastern Ukrainian culture, that alone makes it a detour worth taking! It’s not exactly the setting most people have in mind for great holiday: huge blocks of flats, dominating and imposing statues, disproportionately short avenues. There’s no mistake that this was a Soviet city in the past, just take a look at this video and see what we mean! Sights and monuments in Kharkov Annunciation Cathedral: this is one of the tallest Orthodox churches in the world, the the bell tower reaches a height of 80m. For 110 years this church has stood strong, only closing its door to worshipers in 1930. Shevchenko Monument: dedicated to the great Ukrainian poet, artist and humanist, Taras Shevchenko. He was a symbol for Ukrainian culture in the 1800s. The monument in front of Shevckenko Park is one of the most remarkable in all of Ukraine. Freedom Square: this is the main square of the city, where the whole city meets. In the middle is a monument to the Bolsheviks but the most entertaining thing to do here is watch the locals and the pace of Kharkov life. Cable car: get on at Gorpark station behind the movie theatre called Park. From the top you’ll have an incredible view of Gorky Park. - Name: Kharkov in Russian, Kharkiv in Ukrainian - Population: 1.5 million - Language: Russian is the regional language (little Ukrainian is spoken here) - Location: 413km east of Kiev, just a few dozen kilometres from the Russian border Kharkov has no shortage of museums since it is, as we mentioned before, a centre for Ukrainian and even Russian culture. Make sure you visit the Museum of Internal Affairs of the Kharkov Region (yes, it actually exists). We’d recommend you skip the city’s Dolphinarium where two unfortunate dolphins entertain kids all day, probably caught in the Black Sea some 400km to the south. For something a little different, you might find the Museum of the World’s Sexual Cultures interesting. It’s up to you whether you take home a cheap replica of an erotic painting or a phallic sculpture home as a souvenir. The museum boutique looks more like a sex shop than a gift shop. - Address: Mironositska Street, 81a On a more serious note, the Museum of History is essential. It traces the Battle of Kharkov (which is actually four battles) between the Axe and Red Army during WWII. - Address: University Street, 5 Where to eat What’s really great about Kharkov is that you can find practically any (and every) type of cuisine in the city centre. From Italian pizzerias to Japanese sushi, even American fast food chains too! For something local, stop for lunch at a cafeteria to taste some authentic beetroot Borsch, mashed potatoes and pancakes with meat and syrniki. How to get to Kharkov To find out how to get to Ukraine as well as some more general information about the country, check out our previous posts in the Euro 2012 series: The easiest way to reach Kharkov is with flights to Kiev, then to take a domestic low cost connection from Kiev to Kharkov or travel the rest of your journey by train. Worth noting, there are direct flights to Kharkov from Vienna. A little word of advice: the police are always about in Ukraine. Do not go anywhere without your passport. It’s worth knowing a few words of Russian as well, they’re not likely to know English.

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Environmental interpretation happens everywhere. On this podcast, you'll hear conversations with independent professionals who facilitate connections between people and the outdoors. Our guests work in diverse fields and take their own approach to environmental awareness and education. What they share in common is their commitment to nurturing the public's relationship with the outdoors and their status as independent professionals. Who are these professionals? What do they do? How do they contribute to lifelong learning in communities? Let's find out.

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Much has been said about the exposure and economic benefits this Cricket World Cup is going to bring South Africa. However little is said about the people who are exploited in the process of making these benefits materialise. I’m talking, for instance, about the 5 000 people who supposedly volunteered to make the R30 million opening ceremony possible on Saturday night. For six months these people slaved away in what is called rehearsals, using their own spare time without any hope of receiving any form of remuneration. The only people receiving compensation are people like Rupert Murdoch and other big business people like himself. Practically speaking, Murdoch owns the International Cricket Council (ICC). In 2002, the ICC entered into an agreement with the World Sports Group (WSG). The agreement stipulated that the WSG was to acquire all the television and sponsorship rights at a cost of $550 million. The expiring date for the agreement is 2007. Soon after the agreement was signed, WSG formed a consortium with Murdoch’s News Corporation. It was not long before Murdoch bought out the WSG, making him a 100 percent financial controller of the rights to the Cricket World Cup. Pepsi is another company that has secured itself exclusive rights. Because of the agreement signed with the latter, only Pepsi products are to be consumed at the grounds. Further, a person is only allowed to bring to the grounds a half litre of water and that he or she must make sure the water is in a soft plastic bottle, unbranded. Seemingly, the rationale behind this policy is profit-making and return of investments. As the cricket match takes a whole day, Pepsi knows no human-being can sustain themselves with 500 ml of water that whole time. The bottom line is that all those wanting to quench their thirst at this 54-match tournament, will have to pay Pepsi.

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NEW YORK — A popular New York restaurant has become the latest victim of a fake-news conspiracy about Hillary Clinton running a child sex ring out of a Washington, D.C., pizza joint. Roberta's, a Brooklyn restaurant known for its wood-fired pizza, received telephone calls threatening its employees, police confirmed on Wednesday. There have been no arrests. A telephone call to the restaurant on Wednesday night went unanswered. The threatening calls to Roberta's came after social-media users connected the restaurant to the Pizzagate hoax centered on the Washington restaurant Comet Ping Pong. One caller referenced an email from Clinton's private server and noted the Clintons attended a donor's birthday party at Roberta's years ago. The hoax took a dangerous turn on Sunday when a man, Edgar Maddison Welch, fired a rifle inside Comet Ping Pong while trying to "self-investigate" the conspiracy, police said. Court records state Welch, of Salisbury, North Carolina, fired an AR-15 assault rifle in the restaurant but later walked out with his hands up, leaving his rifle and other weapons inside. They say he told police he had "read online that the Comet restaurant was harboring child sex slaves and that he wanted to see for himself if they were there." They say he said he "was armed to help rescue them" and "surrendered peacefully when he found no evidence that underage children were being harbored in the restaurant." Welch was arrested on several charges, including assault with a dangerous weapon. No one was injured in the shooting. One of Welch's friends told The Washington Post she doesn't think he intended to shoot anyone. "He most likely really believes the conspiracy theory," said Kathy Sue Holtorf, who lives in California and works as a film producer. "He's a good guy with the best of intentions. He probably saw himself as more on a hero mission to save children than anything else." The origins of the conspiracy theory are unclear. Some elements trace back to hacked emails from Clinton chief of staff John Podesta that were released by Wikileaks and refer to pizza parties, with online commentators speculating that "pizza party" is code for something nefarious. By Nov. 3, Comet Ping Pong, so named because patrons can play Ping-Pong on tables in the back, had been pulled into the conspiracy, which the restaurant's owner has flatly denied. "Let me state unequivocally: These stories are completely and entirely false, and there is no basis in fact to any of them," owner James Alefantis said in a statement on Sunday. "What happened today demonstrates that promoting false and reckless conspiracy theories comes with consequences." The threatening calls to Roberta's were first reported by DNAinfo.

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I wrote this article titled “Why I Stopped Using Coconut Oil,” and it shocked the world. You really have to read it to understand…Let’s just say that I stopped using coconut oil in my bathroom, NOT my kitchen. This has been the case since I found Beauty Counter. I wanted a line of beauty products that helps me sustain my overall health in the long term and also makes my skin glow. I wanted products that perform well, are a pleasure to use, and most of all, safe. Enter Beauty Counter in My Life From the very first day, I did my new skin routine, I felt the difference. My skin was back to being soft without needing daily scrubbing. I was looking forward to doing my morning and night beauty routine. Mind you, I hadn’t looked forward to doing it in years! I started researching about Beauty Counter as a business: that’s when I fell in love. Not only does Beauty Counter have safe products (more on that later), but the company itself is amazing. Beauty Counter is a B Corporation and founding member of Environmental Working Group (EWG) verified program. Beauty Counter was founded by CEO Gregg Renfrew, a serial entrepreneur, after watching the Movie “An Inconvenient Truth”. She wanted to make the world of beauty safer. Beauty Counter is Clean Beauty. Better Beauty. Safer Beauty. Beauty Counter doesn’t “green wash.” Beauty Counter is upfront: they tell us, “We are not organic or natural. We are safer.” “We are about progress NOT perfection,” Gregg Renfrew says. Beauty Counter is the Starting Point of Going Beyond The Food Since I used the product and learned about the company, I was hooked. I’ve found a company that would be proud to talk about and that could help me convince women to transition to safer skin care. In my practice and my online community, one of my biggest struggles is convincing women to leave their commercial luxury brand and switch to food grade product… The gap was too wide. Beauty Counter bridges the wide gap between commercial skin care and beauty products and 100% food grade organic skin care and beauty products. Beauty Counter is the perfect place for women to begin their journey Beyond The Food to healthier and safer skin care. You can check out my personal beauty routine and take a look inside my bathroom here! The Dangers Within the Current Beauty Industry Many studies like this one indicate that serious health issues (including, but not limited to, asthma, cancer, and infertility) are on the rise, due in some part to our ongoing exposure to toxic chemicals, whether it’s in the shower, on our commute, while we eat lunch at a local restaurant, or when we clean our kitchens at home. For example Phthalates have been linked to endocrine disruption (hormonal imbalance) and are added to PVC plastic products to make them softer or more flexible, such as toys, car interiors, medical devices like blood IV bags and tubing, vinyl flooring, vinyl wallpaper, and vinyl shower curtains. Phthalates are also added to many cosmetics and personal care products including scented lotion, shampoo, perfume, aftershave, nail polish, and hair spray. There are more than 80,000 chemicals on the market today. Many don’t have any safety data. This is particularly true of those used in the skin care and beauty industry. Over the past two decades, the European Union has banned more than 1,300 chemicals in the product formulas of personal care products and restricted the levels of over 250 more in such products. In Canada, Health Canada maintains a current list of close to 500 chemicals that are prohibited for use in cosmetic products and a current list of close to 80 chemicals that are restricted for use in cosmetic products. The United States has only partially banned 30 to date. Beauty Counter Never List Beauty Counter is different. They have banned the use of more than 1,500 questionable or harmful chemicals through The Never List—all while ensuring their products perform well and that they’re as indulgent as any luxury shampoo, lipstick, or oil in the market. Here are my Beauty Counter Must-Haves - Charcoal Cleansing Bar: by far my favorite discovery! - Charcoal Cleaning Mask: This is like the one you see on your Facebook feed without all the toxic chemicals! - Nourishing Cream Cleanser: One drop takes out make-up and mascara in a sweep. - Tint Skin Hydrating Foundation: I hadn’t used foundation I years because it didn’t look natural on me… this one resolved all of this. I love it. 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Within the reaches of our freshwater lakes, ponds, and slow-moving rivers, lives an organism that resides in the same phylum as jellyfish, sea anemones, sea pens, and rocky coral. Join us as we discuss this little creature and some pretty magnificent attributes that put this organism in a class by itself. In our modern world, nearly every item we use is processed with chemicals. What happens when these chemicals spill or leech into our environment? Chemical clean-up is expensive. But what if there was a natural way to clean up these spills? Join us as we discuss bioremediation, what it is, and how it can solve this problem in particular, naturally.

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The term Curriculum refers to the content and lessons that are taught at a school or university. It includes the learning objectives of a course, assignments given to a student, and numerous units. A curriculum also includes the skills and knowledge that the students are expected to learn by the end of a certain period. Some of them are communication skills, digital skills, and team projects. The word curriculum is a Latin word that means ‘A race’, or ‘The course of a race.’ However, its first use in an academic context was in 1576. A curriculum can be standardized, or come with a high level of instructor autonomy. It contains different methods of evaluation, like tests, assessments, presentations, etc. Additionally, there are three prime types of curriculum. They are as follows: 1. Subject-centered : This form is based on specific courses. It goes into the depth of a particular subject, giving specialized knowledge to the pupils. Higher education is characterized by this type of curriculum. 2. Flexible: Flexible beliefs in the continuous process of human evolution. That is why it’s structured in a manner that serves the changing needs of education. It meets the changing needs of the time. 3. Rigid: This form does not permit frequent changes in the composition of its contents. Maintenance of uniformity is foremost here. The core subjects are given more importance as they’re considered essential for mental training. Making students learn the core subjects on time becomes crucial for teachers. They can use the academic planner to plan the sessions better. Moreover, the use of lms platform will also improve the learning experience of students.

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Unforgettable logo designs to brand your business. Did you know a colored logo can increase brand recognition by 80%? A logo is so much more than a combination of symbols and text to identify your brand — it’s an essential keystone of your brand’s narrative. It only takes one look for a potential customer to form an opinion of your brand. That opinion hinges on your logo. Sure, you can save a few bucks by having a logo designed at low cost by someone that you never spoke with or met. But do you really want to risk your brand’s value and future with a poorly conceived logo? Smart business owners know that investing in the perfect logo pays off! We handle digital; you handle the rest! What is a custom logo design? Custom logos are more than art; they are strategic business tools. Built on your ideas and our professional graphic design expertise, a good logo is not only attractive but also satisfies all your business needs. It is memorable and quickly identifiable, and, when designed professionally, adds credibility and trust to your brand. How can a custom logo transform my business? Your logo is your calling card. It is a symbol of your business’ identity, and it sets you apart from your competitors on various platforms like social media and your website. YellowFin’s professional, expressive logo designs: - Attract the right audience and boost brand loyalty rapidly. - Represent various nuances of your brand’s core values and beliefs. - Shape a brand identity that connects with your audience instantly. Why do you need a custom logo design agency? - We harmonize aesthetics with functionality. - We work with you, prioritizing your views every step of the way. - We design meaningful logos that genuinely capture your brand’s essence. - We are dedicated to designing a logo you truly love. How can YellowFin’s logo design enhance your identity? At YellowFin Digital, we take the time to understand your small business, listen to your ideas, and create a unique logo that captures the personality, purpose, and promise of your business. If your small business is looking for the best logo design services, we are here to help. - Experienced Designers, Exceptional Designs! - Our Designers have more than 30+ years of combined design experience. - Unique, influential website logos that empower small businesses with big ideas. - Expressive logo designs that endorse your brand’s designs. Our custom logo design team has over 30 years of combined experience helping clients stand out from the crowd. Make a lasting impression on your customers by working with YellowFin Digital, an award-winning logo design company. Has your brand grown a little tired? We can help jump start it again starting with a new, custom logo.

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Just a couple of weeks in the past on the WM Phoenix Open, Nick Taylor reminded the golf world simply how particular he’s within the moments when the strain is at its highest. Needing two birdies in his final three holes to drive a playoff, his subsequent shot was from 167 yards that landed six toes from the outlet, the place he would get his birdie, adopted by one other birdie at No. 18 to drive the playoff, and clinching his fourth victory on the PGA Tour with an 11-foot birdie on the second additional gap. In phrases of personalities on the tour, Taylor is tender spoken, humble and can fortunately discuss his household as simply as he does the sport he loves. Much just like the Canadian’s demeanor on the course, the contents of his gymnasium bag are all about what’s essential. He sat down with M&F to debate his objects, how his dietary selections have modified with fatherhood, and why getting the physique shifting after touring is vital. Every participant on tour has completely different wants. When is your method relating to coaching? A whole lot of my coaching is stability. I feel if I go away a exercise feeling higher than after I began, that’s most likely the primary aim. A whole lot of stuff that I do focuses on the higher scaps (scapula), core, after which my legs. That was form of what the emphasis was this low season. At tournaments, there’s positively that, but it surely’s additionally in-built with a warmup to get the physique shifting, attempt to have interaction the whole lot somewhat bit within the warmup, after which go to the vary. The warmups are often planks and lifeless bugs. How a lot of your offseason work is dictated by what occurred in the course of the season? First, we begin with how my physique felt in the course of the 12 months. I take a look at data with my coach and possibly it’s an space that we have to enhance in. If that includes getting stronger in that space, take a look at that. This 12 months was the primary time I’ve had chunk of day without work — two to a few months — to take a look at it. I’ve been with my coach since I’ve been on tour. I bought in touch with a coach in Scottsdale (AZ)—Carson Kemp—the place I spent many of the 12 months. He did his evaluation. A whole lot of it was core and higher scaps for me. For some time, I used to be fairly unstable. I would must be adjusted or get somewhat extra tissue work up there. Getting stronger there has helped reduce that but additionally hold me stronger in these areas and that’s been a principal emphasis. I see him a couple of occasions per week and that’s been addition. As your profession has progressed, how has your philiosphy on weight-reduction plan advanced? There’s been extra emphasis on sure issues and extra consciousness. What’s actually helped — which is totally separate—is that my son has a peanut/sesame allergy. That has been a model new studying curve for me and my spouse with realizing what’s in meals, and what’s within the substances, and attempting to get cleaner meals. I’ve my Athletic Greens each morning and I find it irresistible in espresso. Ever since my children have been born. I’ve gone to espresso quite a bit. Now, it’s about having extra consciousness of protein, entire meals, how a lot sugar, and stuff. I may positively enhance my consuming on target. I’ve by no means been an enormous eater on the golf course throughout competitors, however getting a greater routine with electrolytes, and what provides me vitality to get me by way of the spherical. I eat a whole lot of bananas and macro bars on the golf course. It’s now about discovering stuff for me that’s going to maintain my vitality degree the place I need it to be. With all of the touring, you must get your cheat days right here and there. I like guacamole. I’m extra of a fan of savory and salty. So, chips and guac, I may crush that for hours. Thai meals is my favourite. With my son’s allergic reactions, we’ve gone a very long time with out it as a result of there are peanuts in all places in Thai meals. I was a Sour Patch Kid fan however I attempt to keep away from that somewhat now. What does restoration seem like after a event? With a whole lot of my tournaments, I’ve my bodily therapist with me. So pre-round, post-round tissue work. A whole lot of it is likely to be the day by day routine stuff like flushing the physique. It could possibly be my neck is bothering me as a result of I slept incorrect final evening and I’ll get that corrected. Travel days can take quite a bit out of you. So, there’s restoration there with consuming a lot of fluids and staying on high of your sleep. It’s additionally vital to attempt to get motion in if in case you have time on the day you journey. Hopefully, nothing feels tremendous awkward once you get up the subsequent morning however I’ll get a flush finished or stretched and that makes an enormous distinction for me. What’s in Nick Taylor’s Gear Bag? I like the Boost footwear. Those are my favourite footwear and I’ve most likely had method too many pairs. I put on them to work out, however I like sporting them out, too. With the footwear, I at all times suppose that’s the very first thing I take a look at—what sort of new shade schemes they bought, and what they’re going to do. Buy adidas Men’s Performance Hat: $17.49 at Worldwide Golf Buy adidas Golf Shoe Bag: $25 at adidas Buy adidas Ultraboost Light Running Shoes: $190 at adidas Buy adidas Men’s Basic Badge of Sport T-Shirt: $24 at Amazon Buy adidas Train Essentials Piqué 3-Stripes Training Shorts: $35 at adidas JBL Live Free NC+ TWS I’ve at all times had on no matter I’m within the temper for. My favourite artist presently is Noah Kahan. 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Nearly 40 percent of Colorado is comprised of federal public land. That includes four National Parks and eight National Monuments, 41 state parks, as well as hundreds of regional parks and open spaces. Public land provides outdoor recreation, wildlife habitats, clean air and water. All of that makes the state’s landscape breathtaking and lifestyle appealing. www.COLORADO.comColorado Public LandsDay is May 19, 2018, a perfect opportunity to experience outdoor recreational activities or check out different voluntourism events. |Outstanding landscape of Colorado National Monument by Beverly Burmeier Regardless of your skill level or experience, there are plenty of recreational opportunities for everyone in Colorado's public lands. Experience a canyoneering adventure in the Uncompahgre National Forest. Local outfitter, Canyoning Colorado, offers canyoning/canyoneering descents and trainings in the quaint mountain town of Ouray, where there is an abundance of canyons and waterfalls. Adventurers can explore eight canyons in the Uncompahgre National Forest outside of Ouray on these expeditions. Tours and trainings are available to persons with no prior experience. Experienced climbers can take on more challenging tours or learn to canyoneer on their own. |Wildflowers growing near Boulder's flatirons by Matt Inden Catch a glimpse of wildlife on the Colorado Birding Trail. The Colorado Birding Trail is comprised of outdoor recreation sites, hiking or walking paths, both public and private, along a designated driving route across the state. Each driving route offers unique trail names and is composed of several watchable wildlife sites including the Bobolink Trailhead in Boulder, a reliable nesting site for species along the Front Range or the Prairie Canyons Trail just south of La Junta, where visitors can see horned lizards, Cassin’s Kingbirds, roadrunners and more. |The Great Sand Dunes with the Sangre de Cristo mountains in the background by Matt Inden Cool off in the brisk water at Great Sand Dunes National Park & Preserve. Medano Creek in Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve is something of a mystery. Each spring it emerges from the mountains behind the sand dunes to form a wide, shallow and gently flowing stream. Visitors wade into it to cool hot feet after tromping around the dunes, build sandcastles, or boogie board and splash around in its rhythmic waves before it retreats into the mountains just as quickly. The ideal combination of sultry desert and refreshing water is not the Alamosa-area park’s only charm — the dunes themselves are quite bewitching as well. Marvel at the masonry of Colorado’s ancient people at Canyons of the Ancients National Monument. So adept were the construction skills of the ancient Ancestral Puebloans who lived in southwest Colorado, that parts of their structures still stand more than 700 years later. Those who tour the area’s mesas and canyons today are left to speculate about the purpose of the multistory brick towers. Archeologists think they could have been homes, storage silos for crops, defensive forts or ceremonial structures. Canyons of the Ancients National Monument near Cortez, contains the highest known archaeological site density in the United States, with rich, well-preserved evidence of native cultures. |Whitewater froth on the Cache La by Andrea Golod Raft the tumbling rapids of the Cache la Poudre River. Located west of Fort Collins, Colorado’s only nationally designated Wild and Scenic River, the Cache la Poudre, carves through Poudre Canyon flanked by alpine mountainsides and natural rock cliffs. The triumph of paddling over a rapid named Devil’s Staircase is second only to the views and the chance to spot bighorn sheep and deer scampering along its rocky hills. Rafting outfitters guide groups to rapids of all difficulty levels, so everyone gets the right amount of adventure. Walk in dinosaur footprints in Comanche National Grassland. Standing in Picketwire Canyon with your foot swallowed by a three-toed impression left in the bedrock by a brontosaurus 150 million years ago, one can imagine what it might have looked like when dinosaurs inhabited the area. The canyon was home to a lake during the Jurassic period, and the brontosaurus you’re tracking now used to frolic along its shores. The footprints are reached after a flat five-mile hike, bike or horse ride. |Comanche National Grassland is one of the last short-grass prairies in the world by Matt Inden Information and photos courtesy of Kirstin Koszorus, Colorado Tourism Office

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Stop Wasting Time, Start Making Beats Want to Use FL Studio Like a Pro? Then look no further than the comprehensive video tutorial series offered by Beat Generals and start learning from the best today! It's not entirely uncommon, amongst certain music circles and indeed the general public for there to be this misconception that rap, hip hop and electronic music is devoid of substance, emotion or evocative content and while this to some degree can be attributed to particularly successful artists within these genres who out of respect, shall remain nameless, are quite certainly not the best representation of the genres art form and have indeed made a name for themselves by quite literally espousing a world of hatred, violence and untoward activity all while never having lived those experiences themselves, there are an overwhelming amount of artists within these genres who not only bring a fresh breath of artistic content, but use these genres to express and entirely different style of artistic content. This is because hip-hop and rap, can be whatever you want them to be, just like every other music genre, there are no pre-defined limitations set in place for what the sub-text of a piece must be about, the reason we see the common cultural and violent themes in the majority of the music is not because of what the genre sounds like, the way its produced, or even is developmental heritage, but just like every other music genre that exists has to do entirely with the artist or producer themselves. But lets cut to the chase of the matter shall we? The majority have the impression that rap is about violence and gang warfare, and that if you go to the rap section of your favourite music store, or digital outlet, you will find hundreds of albums that exemplify this right? And equally so the argument could be made that by supporting this music, we support the background to it correct, not to mention the negative message it presents to society… While some of these statements do have an element of truth to them, the fact of the matter is it all comes back to the word-smith writing the rap, not the genre itself, and if it is the case that individual may find themselves in less than socially acceptable activity, while that might be something one wants to consider when purchasing an album, this is not to say an entire genre relates to crime, and as for social implications, that comes down to the listeners psychology and how they interpret it. For instance, when I go to the cinema and I watch the latest action movie, I don't walk out of the cinema thinking that is an accurate portrayal of reality, or an ideal course of conduct, I leave thinking that it was an excellent film (or not as the case may be sometimes) and appreciate it for what it was, a great piece of artistic fiction, perhaps with a message, a metaphor, or at times perhaps just mindless entertainment. The same can be said for much of the context of the allegedly “overtly violent” rap music, now while I don't deny, as im sure many involved in the rap genre would agree, this does not mean the integrity of the artist is not in question, but if we are talking on the basis of the music itself, if the majority of us listen to a “hardcore” gangster rap album, personally at the end of it, I simply walk away thinking like I just listened to the equivalent of an action movie, or perhaps in some cases the term Mafia movie might be more appropriate, and then the next moment, perhaps I shall put on some Beethoven. What I don't do, is then personify that as an accurate version of life, or conduct, and seek to strive out to conduct myself that way, if certain people do that, once again this is not by virtue of the the artists or genre itself, but rather has everything to do with the mind of the individual. And this is where we reach the very grey area of the conversation, because unlike Mafia or Action movies, when you listen to such content, while there is no doubt a great deal of poetic license and showmanship involved, in the cases when the music is being written from a legitimate background, or inspired by a true story or version of events, that makes it all the more real, more real than any movie ever could be, and despite perhaps the negative or controversial issues discussed through these particularly aggressive styles of rap, and despite the background of events it may have been inspired by, there are at times a lot of strength to the words, and at times philosophical insights, messages of personal strength mixed in with what is clearly not the best conduct, socially or legally, and at that point, it comes down to the intelligence of the listener, using their own mind, to decipher what is clearly positive and inspirational, and dismiss what its clearly not. By the same token, just like a movie director can write an excellent script, there is no reason why rappers who enjoy creating this style of music or similar, creating that excellent “energetic” vibe commonly associated with it, cannot do so in the same fictional sense as a writer. But this is to simply discussing those very aggressive styles of music, what is most important to take into consideration, is that the genre of rap and hip-hop, need not be defined by these aggressive overtones, you can express strength without it having to resort to violence, you can express emotions without it having to be draped in a negative tapestry, and it is down to each and every artist within the genre, to review their own experiences or the fiction they wish to present, and consider what different angles they could take. Certainly expressing whatever individual tonality presents itself, but the reality is, you can present strength through a position of nobility and positivity, and no this does not mean you need to be some flower pushover, it can be done through intelligence… Rhythm and poetry is the genre, that poetry can be expressed in any manner, the negative is just the path of least resistance, the primordial, the bestial, but there is far greater expressive, emotional and inspirational strength that can be expressed through mind. If your a musician, or perhaps even an avid music enthusiast no doubt at some stage you have either had, or overheard the digital verses conventional music debate, which of course despite having different nuances, generally boils down to the conventional side of the fence claiming that the sounds are not authentic, don't express emotion… Continue Reading So your stepping forward into the wild and wonderful world of beat machine software and I suppose your trying to wade through all the muck and grime and figure out fact from fiction and where you should really be starting out on your path of digital production right? The reality is that when it comes… Continue Reading This website the services and products offered are not affiliated, sponsored, or associated by Image Line | FL Studio, and have not been tested, certified or reviewed by Image Line | FL Studio

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ALIAS is an unique contemporary artistic project designed around what it’s considered one of the most fascinating Baroque instruments: the Viola d’Amore. ALIAS is music by composer Elvira Muratore, conveyed to the hands of Valerio Losito, tailored to suit the warm sound of the 1775 Ferdinando Gagliano’s viola d’amore, property of the Elsa Peretti Foundation. ALIAS is image pictured in artistic photography by Federica Cocciro. Music and image together play, because ALIAS is what we choose to keep untold to protect it from misunderstanding and strumentalization, even when it’s presence is obvious and irrefutable. ALIAS is exploration and versatility; a collaboration in pursuit of the ultimate beauty; it is a cd recording, a recital, a theatrical piece, a series of concerts for solo viola and ensemble, a vernissage. ALIAS has an unlimited amount of possibilities. That which must be kept untold, has already been suggested within the name of the starring instrument. Viola d’Amore suggest the love that will be displayed in 5 chapters, and 5 different nuances. Alias is a bridge that connects the earthly with the divine, and the past with our present, or rather, contemporary! Federica Cocciro artistic photographs for ALIAS album Thanks to the Nando and Elsa Peretti Foundation support the “Alias” musical project became a Cd recording featuring a completely new musical language for the Viola d’Amore. This instrument is the absolute protagonist of this recording and the music itself was created by the composer in order to show all technical and musical possibilities of a magnificent Ferdinando Gagliano instrument. Elvira Muratore created a deep and complex sound “structure” asking to the performer to find a new way to play his instrument, in order to join the musical world of the composer. Alias project allowed the performer to bring out even in this case the outstanding sound qualities of the Elsa Peretti Foundation Viola d’Amore made by Ferdinando Gagliano, that has proven to be an instrument of a very high profile for contemporary music too. Moreover, musical performance exalts at the most the sound possibilities of the viola d’amore, succeeding in finding a proper way to play this unusual repertoire. The recoding phase has been completed in four days, from 10th to 13th of September 2018 (six hours per day). Around 20 hours of music were recorded and stored on computers. Recording venue was in Rome, in the Theatre of the magnificent “Villa” belonged to the famous Italian actor Alberto Sordi near Caracalla’s Thermae, in the heart of the ancient roman city center. The theatre was intended by its former possessor as a “private” stage for artists: many of the most famous theatre and movie italian actors of 60s and 70s performed there. Our Cd recording was hosted in that venue due the kind support of the Fondazione Casa Museo Alberto Sordi. It’s support was a sort of “logistic” sponsor who permitted to record in this historical theatre and to create an artistic dialogue between the music and performing arts, in order to support and aid young artists. The “logistic” facilities from Fondazione Sordi added support to the precious patronage by the Nando and Elsa Peretti to our cultural project. The recording has been published by Da Vinci Classics in spring 2020.

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What is CEO Fraud? CEO fraud is a type of BEC where criminals impersonate a CEO in an attempt to trick employees into paying invoices, sharing sensitive information, or otherwise compromising a company’s cybersecurity infrastructure. CEO fraud is also known as executive impersonation. CEO fraud is a type of spear phishing attack where a criminal impersonates a company’s CEO or high-ranking executive to con other employees, partners, or vendors into a scam. Criminals can impersonate or take over a legitimate email account and use it for CEO fraud. CEO fraud is a subset of business email compromise (BEC) that specifically impersonates executive-level employees. Meanwhile, BEC attacks can impersonate any trusted contact like a vendor, partner, or coworker, rather than just executives. These attacks can have a devastating impact on a business, as urgent requests from an executive can trick even the most security-aware employee. How Does CEO Fraud Work? Like other spear phishing campaigns, a CEO fraud attack targets specific employees by sending a personalized email to trick the person into sharing sensitive information or installing ransomware on their computer. The fraudulent emails impersonate CEOs and executives, exploiting trusted relationships and using social engineering tactics to successfully execute a campaign. It’s successful because employees may overlook suspicious requests when they come directly from an executive. These requests come with time-sensitive urgency–"please pay this invoice immediately!”–and employees don’t want to disappoint an important higher-up. The first step a criminal takes to launch a CEO fraud phishing campaign is to obtain an email address. There are three ways a criminal may do this: Take over the authentic email account of the CEO. This takes a bit more work, but if successful, victims rarely question an email sent from the CEO's actual email address. Criminals may take over an account with a credential phishing attack. Use domain name deception to create a similar email address to the real one. Criminals will often register domains that are off by one character or look related to the real email address. Then they use those domains to send fraudulent emails. Use display name spoofing to have the name look real, but the email address is clearly wrong. It’s easy to look at the display name rather than the actual email address to ensure authenticity, so it may be sufficient for criminals to only use a display name that looks legit. Design email headers that look similar to the real email header used by an organization, as part of an email spoofing tactic. This is another step in making emails appear more authentic to a recipient. Once a criminal has control of an executive’s email account (or at least a passable impersonation), they can commit CEO fraud with a spear phishing attack. Depending on the criminal's intent, they can send different types of emails with the goal of stealing personal information, billing fake invoices, or installing ransomware on a network system. How to Identify CEO Fraud Executive impersonation is costly for organizations. According to the FBI's 2021 Internet Crime Report, BEC scams caused a $2.4 billion loss for organizations. Companies should make preventing CEO fraud and BEC scams a priority. This requires regular training on cybersecurity and spotting fraudulent emails. Here are some telltale signs that an email isn't authentic: Sudden emails that ask for a money transfer, gift cards, or an invoice to be paid. Compare the email to other emails with similar transactions and look for unusual anomalies that could raise a red flag. This includes new deposit information and irregular billing schedules. Double-check the display name and email address to ensure authenticity. Even if it's authentic, it may come from a compromised account. You can confirm the request using another method like calling a trusted phone number or asking in person. Urgent language is another sign of email scams. Criminals don't want you to take the time to think about the request and will often demand actions be taken immediately. How to Stop CEO Fraud Security awareness training is vital, but not enough on its own. Organizations should also build a robust cybersecurity stack. Here are some steps you can take to protect your end users from CEO fraud: Set up a reporting procedure for employees to mark suspicious emails. Don't click on links or attachments on suspicious emails until emails are verified as authentic. Require multi-factor authentication on accounts. Implement advanced email security software that detects social engineering email attacks. Traditional email security like secure email gateways and Google and Microsoft’s built-in email protection don't catch social engineering tactics common in CEO fraud. But modern email security (like Abnormal) can detect urgent language, unusual requests, and suspicious behavior in emails. Abnormal Security vs. CEO Fraud Abnormal Security can block emails that appear to come from trusted executives. It scans emails for signs beyond traditional indicators of compromise, including: Detecting suspicious language and tone. Inspecting email headers for spoofed domain names. Understands communication patterns to detect suspicious behavior. Abnormal prevents employees from even getting the chance to accidentally interact with email scams like CEO fraud. Abnormal uses natural language processing to evaluate the authenticity of an email. Abnormal evaluates the behavior of email senders and recipients to notice unusual patterns, like untimely invoices and urgent requests. Advanced email security stops CEO fraud and other phishing attacks from successfully reaching your employees' inboxes. Request a demo to see how we do it.

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NEW YORK, NY.- Phillips announced the sale of two works from the collection of former Minnesota State Supreme Court Justice and Legendary NFL Hall of Famer Alan Page. Held in the acclaimed collection of Justice Alan and Diane Page for over 35 years, Untitled (Starvation) and Untitled (The Athlete) are milestones of the revolutionary approach that launched Jean-Michel Basquiat to international acclaim in 1981. Their inclusion in Phillips 20th Century & Contemporary Art Day Sale on 24 June marks the first time that they have ever been offered publicly. Of the works, which were authenticated by the artists father Gerard Basquiat, Justice Page said, Initially, when Diane and I started collecting art in the 1970s it was about collecting beautiful objects, but over time, our focus shifted to objects that talk about who we are as a people; where we have been, where we are now, and where we should be going. Todays collection shines a light on the beauty of African American art and culture, while also shining a light on the horrors of slavery and the Jim Crow era. While it has been our good fortune to be the caretakers of Starvation and The Athlete for so many years - and they will be missed - weve had almost thirty years of enjoyment from them and its time for someone else to have that opportunity. John McCord, Phillips Co-Head of Day Sale, said, In their forty-five years together, Diane and Alan Page formed one of the most remarkable collections of contemporary art and African Americana in private hands, all while continuing to serve their community in Minneapolis in countless and unprecedented ways. Given their keen eye for artists who helped to define 20th century culture and bring discussions of racial equity to the fore, it comes as no surprise that Starvation and The Athlete were such treasured pieces in their collection for over three decades. Four years after executing Starvation and The Athlete, Basquiat emerged from New Yorks underground art scene and exploded onto the cover of The New York Times Magazine. As the first artist of color to be compared to the likes of Picasso and Francis Bacon, the Times feature marked a seismic shift in a culture rife with racism. Basquiats impact reverberated beyond the confines of the New York art scene, reaching people across the country and around the world including Alan Pages daughter Georgi, 1,000 miles away in Minneapolis. The artists work made such a deep impression on the 15-year-old that her father and stepmother who already owned works by contemporary artists like Andy Warhol, Jim Dine and Helen Frankenthaler were convinced to seek out Basquiats work on their next trip to New York. Untitled (Starvation) and Untitled (The Athlete) are two exemplary works depicting subjects that would become central to the vernacular of Basquiats brief output: an anthropomorphic god figure with the artists famous crown-of-thorns motif, and a monumentalyet fallibleathlete. Basquiats unbridled genius shines in these pieces, executed when he was on the cusp of unprecedented critical and commercial success. The formidable figure in Starvation shows his strength as he raises his arms in victory, warning, or supplication. The crossed-out text Samale possibly an invocation of the fierce monkey-man god of African mythologyis juxtaposed here with a crown of thorns, a frequent element in Basquiats iconography. Just as Basquiat eventually took his own place in the pantheon of cultural icons, the gladiator in The Athlete shows a deep affinity with athletes that the artist celebrated, including Muhammad Ali, Joe Louis, and Hank Aaron. The work is a vivid example of Basquiats understanding of the athlete as an epic figure fighting for the respect and recognition whose corollary is perpetual vulnerability: to racism, to objectification, and to deeply entrenched stereotypes of masculinity. While western art history has valorized Judeo-Christian gods and saints, Basquiat sought to exalt idols of Black history and animist religions. In particular, the artist admired how these athletes and gods fearlessly challenged pervasive social and racial boundaries: many had, literally and figuratively, fought their way not just to success but to physical and spiritual freedom.

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Turkish intellectuals and Europe Translation by:jenny higgins Europe represents a slippery and elusive object of desire for Turkey, but Turkish intellectuals are wondering whether it might not be best to define Europe before beginning to covet it. The modernisation of Turkey was meant to take the institutional form of a triangle, with the army at the apex, supported by a secular administration, and all resting on a broad base of progressive intellectuals. Yet this modernisation has consistently found itself caught between two contradictory impulses. On the one side, there is the vessel of the state, sailing Turkey westwards into a kind of 'Europeanised' development - that is, national, secular and positivist. And on the other side, there is the concept of 'social progress', acting as an anchor in the east - the guarantee of national independence in the face of western imperial encroachment. Although during the course of several coups d’État, the intellectuals have been expelled from this progressive triangle, the original problem has not disappeared. It cuts a perpendicular line across society and touches every perspective. It is never so striking as when the attention centres on Europe - a frequent focal point in Turkish intellectual and political debate. The beginning of negotiations for accession to the European union, which it is hoped will take place in spring 2005, would conclude the long march instigated by Atatürk, the father of the republic. It could even be seen as the culmination of the thousand-year-old migration of the Turkish people westwards. These negotiations are therefore endowed with a very strong symbolic significance. In the words of Ismet Berkan, the editor of the daily newspaper Radikal, 'Turkey is experiencing the most crucial eighteen months of its history. I can only compare it to the period of the negotiation of the Lausanne treaty in 1923' (15/07/03). Silent coup d'État These circumstances are causing the re-emergence of the imperialist question. Fast-approaching deadlines and the acceleration of reforms demanded by Brussels reinforce the assumptions of that school of thought which sees globalisation, of which the EU is simply one symptom, as a threat to national independence. Erol Manisali is a figurehead of this movement. Professor of economics in Istanbul, and columnist for the daily newspaper Cumhuriyet (The Republic), he has won renown defending his theory of a 'silent coup d'État' orchestrated both by the EU since 1995 and by the signing of the customs union with Turkey. 'To enter or not to enter? They keep the debates about the EU going by trying to make us count rhinoceroses, Ionesco-style. The signing of the customs union agreement is nothing less than an act of colonisation. The recognition of Turkey's status as a candidate country in 1999 was simply a decoy designed to bind our country more tightly to the European Union.' Mümtaz Soysal, political adviser to the Cypriot-Turk president, and Attila Ilhan, author and journalist, take the same tone: it is equally prevalent on the right and on the left, revealing a significant minority of nationalist persuasion. The idea of a conspiracy is never far off. Suspicion is naturally amplified by ambiguous political attitudes in Brussels, coupled with stalling tactics. It is also exacerbated by the strategic absences of an EU which considers its enlargement less as a political act than as a natural process driven by issues of identity. ‘At a time when Bush's clique is deciding to destroy the world security structure, the EU commission in Brussels believes that it can console its closest neighbours with the small rewards of prosperity and freedom of movement. This is an attitude that speaks volumes about the delicate situation currently faced by the EU. A diagnosis of schizophrenia is not far from being accurate.' This is what Ahmet Insed wrote on the 23 March this year in reaction to Prodi and Patten's proposal regarding the idea of a circle of countries friendly to the union. 'While dreaming of a buffer circle of friendly countries intended to preserve it from barbarians, perhaps the EU will wake up one day surrounded by those other barbarians with civilised faces from the extreme west.' A lecturer at Paris I university as well as at the Istanbul Galatasaray university, Ahmet Insel contributes to the magazine entitled Birikim, and runs the Iletisim publishing house. Specialising in questioning contemporary economic dogma (Mustafa Sönmez, Korkut Boratav) and in the analysis of new forms of domination, this laboratory of the new left, allergic to ideological reflexes, represents an intellectual point of reference in Turkey. Considered to be the driving force behind Turkish democratisation, the EU does not escape their scrutiny. Oral Calislar, an intimate friend of Yachar Kemal, is an author and columnist for the Cumhuriyet newspaper. He defends the converging positions, and last March, wrote: 'Turkish leaders have only ever made use of the gap between the EU and the United States in the context of narrow, short term political calculations. They have never thought that it could become a strategically important difference. That is why the process of joining the EU has always been warped in Turkey: the general mentality which decides the destiny of this country has never been capable of assimilating European democratic values'. Popular opinion about Europe is hazy and ill defined, with no precise conception the implications of joining the EU. There is the accepted idea of a kind of schizophrenia, according to which 'Brussels stands for prosperity and Washington, security' (Ahmet Insel). This is a consensus of opinion shared in financial circles, liberals united by moderate Islamists whose political party, the AKP (Justice and Development Party), is currently in power. The European torpor described by Ahmet Insel and the haziness of the Turkish consensus on Europe evoked by Oral Calislar are simply two sides of the same phenomenon. This popular opinion is European just as much as it is Turkish. The Turkish challenge will only be taken up in the context of building Europe strategically, politically and socially. Europe represents an opportunity for Turkey, and vice versa. Turkey's accession must take on a significance other than that of the extension of the common market if this opportunity is not to be lost both for Turkey, condemned to a 'silent coup d'État', and for Europe, heading towards the dilution predicted by Washington, an ardent supporter of Turkey's candidature for the EU. This intellectual left, which campaigns for strong EU integration, once more comes up against the imperialist question of origins. Rather than perceiving the consequence as a struggle for independence, it considers the different aspects of the issue, orientalism according to Edward Saïd, and a united, progressive concept of identity, on a European level. 'The stance taken by Giscard D'Estaing against Turkey's entry into the EU, for reasons linked to the question of identity, has compelled pro-Europeans, who are against such a culturalist position, to support Turkey', states Ahmet Insel. 'Orientalism is learning born of strength', maintains Edward Saïd. That is, learning which keeps opinion in shackles. 'This kind of reasoning, which argues, 'You belong to the third world just as you belong to islam. Your system isn't perfect but it is the best you can hope for', is no longer prevalent among many intellectuals but still represents a pervasive vision of the world. If, however, somebody (ie the EU) asks us to rethink our democracy and to bring it in line with some general criteria, then it is a sign that we are being taken seriously. It signals the end of contempt for the east,' writes Murat Belge, a journalist and essayist published by Iletisim. (4/07/03) The strategy of the Turkish left is this: to defeat the strength of orientalist learning, not through rearguard struggles against imperialist forces, but by breaking the inner mechanism through unique representation of identity and the idea of natural, necessary development. Destroying the myths surrounding the left as well as the right, it is pursuing a third, inevitably European, way, between withdrawal and introversion on one side and total uniformisation on the other. This strategy brings to mind the compromise once sought by Atatürk between capitalism and communism. Translated from Les intellectuels turcs face à l’Europe

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Paris, 2 December. Today, Carbon Market Watch and Pixel Impact launch the new COP21 video game CAPMAN. The interactive video game about the superhero CAPMAN, the heroic embodiment of real climate action, is promoting actions that limit CO2 emissions and cap global warming at 1.5C. The game will be launched at 7pm CET at the EU Pavilion in the COP21 venue. The aim of the game is to score points by reducing CO2 while avoiding “baddies” that represent “hot air credits” and undermine the efforts of CAPMAN. The baddies represent double counted emission reductions, non-additional carbon offsets, surplus emission allowances, non-permanent carbon credits, and lobbyists that promote such options. “The Kyoto Protocol is currently suffering from an 11 gigatonne hot air loophole that undermines its viability” commented Femke de Jong, Carbon Market Watch’s EU policy advisor. “Although the Paris agreement will be set under different parameters, hot air could be generated in various ways, such as by double counted emission reductions and surplus emission allowances and may significantly harm this the effectiveness of the Paris agreement”. The game takes place at four different levels: in the Arctic, in a polluted city, in a monoculture tree plantation and at the Paris climate negotiations. In each level, extra points can be scored with boosts from negotiation texts that protect CAPMAN against the baddies. “The goal of the new COP21 superhero is the same as the goal we all have for COP21: to ensure that our planet remains a liveable and beautiful environment” explained Andrew Coiley, Communications Manager at Carbon Market Watch’s, who co-designed the game together with the organisation Pixel Impact. “Like every superhero, CAPMAN has some enemies that are determined to stop him. With this videogame, we aim to lighten difficult negotiations by reminding delegates what to look out for and how to navigate effectively towards an ambitious climate deal”. Antonin Acquarone, President of Pixel Impact added, “Capman is a video game in which everyone can act by showing his will for climate action and by pressuring the policy-makers for an ambitious and strong agreement at the COP21. This game has been successfully developed to go beyond the traditional media communications to reach a wide audience and to empower citizens from all around the world to take part of the negotiations” Information for journalists: Policy Brief: Avoiding hot air in the 2015 Paris agreement here Policy Brief: The EU’s hot air – lifting the fog here Videogame flyer here Femke de Jong +33 (0) 85 88 75 63 +32 483 65 50 78 +33 6 63 89 74 57

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Good Grief!! What a fright Primary 6V got this afternoon (Mrs V and Miss M were pretty taken aback as well!) when we decided to have some outdoor fun after being couped up for weeks with no playtimes because of the very cold weather. We divided ourselves into teams and began our activities -and then The Scary Moment happened!!! The picture here contains a clue as to what happened. It was taken after the school bell rang for hometime. Mr Aitchison knew that the noisy playground would be upsetting for our unexpected visitors so he lured them down to the football pitch with some bread and water. You can read more about our Scary Moment on our Glow Blogs’ descriptions. Just click on the ‘Header’ images below – it will be worth the read 🙂 Robyn’s Scary Moment Post! Natasha’s Scary Moment Post! Charlotte’s Scary Moment Post! Andrew’s Scary Moment Post! Jade’s Scary Moment Post!

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Visit Stunning Nature and Game of Thrones Film Locations in Northern Ireland Take your group on a day trip to the Giant’s Causeway, one of the most stunning sites on the north coast of Ireland and enjoy the breathtaking scenery that Northern Ireland has to offer, as well as some of the Game of Thrones filming locations. What's included for your group on this day trip? - Pick-up at your Dublin accommodation by a modern coach. - A qualified English-speaking guide who will keep your group informed during the tour with their own humour and knowledge about the sites included in the itinerary (on the coach only). - Photo-stops at the Dark Hedges and Dunluce Castle, famous "Game of Thrones" filming locations. - Guided walking tour of the Giant's Causeway site with Dalriada Kingdom Tours (90 minutes). 06.30 hrs: Pick-up at your Dublin accommodation 10.15 hrs: Visit the Dark Hedges (approx. 30 mins stop) 11.15 hrs: Arrive at Giant's Causeway 11.30 hrs: Meet your guide from Dalriada Kingdom Tours for a visit of the Giant's Causeway Site 13.15 hrs: Stop for lunch (not included in the tour cost) 14.30 hrs: Photo stop at Dunluce Castle 15.15 hrs: Depart for Dublin 19.30 hrs: Drop-off at your Dublin accommodation The first stop on your Northern adventure is the Dark Hedges, became famous for the series "Game of Thrones". Next, your group will head to the Giant's Causeway, one of Ireland’s greatest natural wonders. 50 million years ago, this formation of basalt columns was formed by volcanic eruptions. The causeway has many interesting spots you should definitely explore, such as the Giant's Boot, the Chimney Stacks, the Giant's Gate, and the Honeycomb. Here, you'll meet with a local guide from Dalriada Kingdom Tours who will tell you all about the geology, legends, and myths of this place. After exploring the natural beauty of the Giant’s Causeway, your group will have some time for lunch before getting on the bus again for a photo stop at the iconic ruins of Dunluce Castle. This 15th-century castle was once home to the MacDonnell clan and is known for giving inspiration to C.S. Lewis. Specifically, the castle of Cair Paravel from "The Chronicles of Narnia" is based on it. But that’s not where the pop culture connections stop: it was also a filming site for Game of Thrones and served as the seat of House Greyjoy of the Iron Islands in the show. Then, your group will head back to Dublin. Looking for nature trips on the other side of Ireland? Why not check out the Wicklow Mountains Day Trip Package – their stunning lakes and ancient monastic site make them a true gem not far from Dublin. Are you ready to explore Northern Ireland and its natural beauty with your group? Book now and complete the group booking form. If you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. 06.30 – 19.30 hrs Notes for Group Leaders Minimum of 25 people for this tour. If your group is smaller, please contact us for further details. Northern Ireland uses the British pound GBP £, Euros € are not accepted everywhere. Change some currency before your day trip to avoid problems. Outside of your accommodation in Dublin. Please be ready 10 minutes before pick-up time.

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China on Friday called on the international community to jointly urge Japan to halt its discharging of nuclear-contaminated water from the crippled Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant into the ocean. It is “to avoid causing unpredictable damage and hazard to the global marine environment and the health and well-being of people around the world,” Geng Shuang, China’s deputy permanent representative to the United Nations, told the UN General Assembly. “The disposal of the nuclear-contaminated water has transnational implications and is by no means a private matter for Japan. It is extremely self-serving and irresponsible of Japan to ignore the public interests and openly transfer the risk of nuclear contamination to the whole world, including the Pacific island countries,” said Geng. He noted that there have been grave concerns about the impact of the discharge on the marine environment, food safety and human health. The legitimacy, legality and safety of the Japanese side’s approach have been widely questioned by the international community. “The Japanese side has yet to address the major concerns of the international community about the long-term reliability of the water treatment equipment, the truthfulness and accuracy of the data on nuclear-contaminated water, and the soundness and effectiveness of the monitoring program,” he said. Noting that the Japanese representative and the Japanese Government kept mentioning the final assessment report of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) in statements, Geng said that the IAEA’s report is neither a recommendation nor an endorsement of the decision by the Japanese Government, as the head of the agency has repeatedly stressed. “Whatever and however they argue is not going to change the fact that in the next 30 years, Japan will discharge millions of tons of contaminated water into the Pacific Ocean and it would not change the fact that it is going to pose enormous risks to the environment, human health, etc.,” said the ambassador. “I would like to call on the Japanese Government to address squarely the legitimate concerns of the relevant countries and stakeholders, immediately stop the discharge, engage in good faith with the countries and stakeholders, and address the nuclear-contaminated water issue in a responsible manner,” he added. The Fukushima Daiichi plant was destroyed in March 2011 after a massive 9.0 magnitude earthquake generated powerful tsunami waves that caused the meltdowns of three of its nuclear reactors, one of the worst nuclear disasters in history. Despite widespread denunciation at home and abroad, Japan on Thursday started discharging nuclear-contaminated wastewater from the plant into the Pacific Ocean.

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THE medals were out on Saturday (November 9) night for the announcement of awards at the fifth Veterans Film Festival at the Australia War Memorial. The top Red Poppy Award for “Best Film” was unanimously awarded by the jury to Australian film “Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan”. Producer Michael Schwarz was on hand to pick up the distinctive “poppy” trophy crafted by Canberra glass artist Annette Blair. He praised the many real-life veterans who had participated both on and off screen in the film, which depicted 108 young and inexperienced Australian and New Zealand soldiers fighting for their lives against 2500 North Vietnamese and Viet Cong soldiers in a Vietnamese rubber plantation during 1966. President of the festival committee, Warwick Young, a veteran himself and an award-winning filmmaker, told those present that the festival’s new co-patrons, Governor General David Hurley and his wife Linda, had attended a screening and Q&A of “Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan” and that Linda had remarked how screening such films had the ability to show the rest of the community what veterans had been though. Chief of Joint Capabilities, Air Marshal Warren McDonald was on hand to announce the Red Poppy Award for “Best Short Film”, which went to “#3 Normandy Lane”, a US film about loss in which an army wife and young mother’s life is altered when visitors arrive on her doorstep. A commended went to the New Zealand film “Milk”, where a young widow on a lonely farm confronts two crewmen from a German submarine who have come ashore to get fresh milk. David Petersen, project manager for Beyond Blue, announced that the winner of the 2019 Beyond Blue Award for a film best promoting hope and resilience was Australian film “Escape and Evasion”, by Storm Ashwoo, in which after his men are killed in Burma, a lone soldier returns home in search of solace. Adam Shepherd, CEO of US firm Go Energistics, appeared on screen from the US to announce that the GoE Bridging the Borders Award, had gone to the Iranian film “The Sea Swell”, directed by Amir Gholami. The award, proposed to the Veterans Film Festival by LA independent cinema organisation, Cinema without Borders, will be sent to the director in Iran. Among the new awards at the 2019 festival was the Student Short Film Award, which went to Australian film “Escape by Sea”, directed by Eero Heinonen, in which two Scandinavian soldiers flee the French Foreign Legion by jumping ship in the Straits of Malacca. An unusual new award for the best film school, went to the Australian Film Television and Radio School, of which, quite coincidentally, Young is a graduate. The newly-named Harry Julius Animation Award, announced by Geoff Robertson, a descendant of the late celebrated Australian artist, advertiser and animator, went to the full length French film, “The Swallows of Kabul” (Les hirondelles de Kaboul), described by one onlooker as “the best animated film I have ever seen”. The inaugural Joseph Cecil Thompson Award For Music, named in honour of the cornet-playing head stretcher in 9th Battalion of the 1st AIF serving at Gallipoli and the Somme, was presented by family member Mark Thompson and went to “Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan” with music by composer Caitlin Yeo. “Best Male Actor” went to Josh McConville for his role as Seth in the feature, “Escape and Evasion”, while commendations for acting went to Olivier Treiner for his role in the French WWI film “Borrowed Time” (Sursis) and Daniel Webber as Private Paul Large in “Danger Close: The Battle of Long Tan”. “Best Female Actor” went to Scottie Thompson as Sarah in “#3 Normandy Lane”, while New Zealander Jodie Hillock was commended for her role in “Milk”. Who can be trusted? In a world of spin and confusion, there’s never been a more important time to support independent journalism in Canberra. If you trust our work online and want to enforce the power of independent voices, I invite you to make a small contribution. Every dollar of support is invested back into our journalism to help keep citynews.com.au strong and free. Ian Meikle, editor

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A Mexican marine patrols near the U.S.-Mexico border wall in Tijuana, Mexico, on March 18, 2009. The administration of President… Hezbollah is using the same southern narcotics routes that Mexican drug kingpins do to smuggle drugs and people into the United States, reaping money to finance its operations and threatening U.S. national security, current and former U.S. law enforcement, defense and counterterrorism officials say. The Iran-backed Lebanese group has long been involved in narcotics and human trafficking in South America’s tri-border region of Paraguay, Argentina and Brazil. Increasingly, however, it is relying on Mexican narcotics syndicates that control access to transit routes into the U.S. Hezbollah relies on “the same criminal weapons smugglers, document traffickers and transportation experts as the drug cartels,” said Michael Braun, who just retired as assistant administrator and chief of operations at the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA). “They work together,” said Mr. Braun. “They rely on the same shadow facilitators. One way or another, they are all connected. “They’ll leverage those relationships to their benefit, to smuggle contraband and humans into the U.S.; in fact, they already are [smuggling].” His comments were confirmed by six U.S. officials, including law enforcement, defense and counterterrorism specialists. They spoke on the condition that they not be named because of the sensitivity of the topic. While Hezbollah appears to view the U.S. primarily as a source of cash – and there have been no confirmed Hezbollah attacks within the U.S. – the group’s growing ties with Mexican drug cartels are particularly worrisome at a time when a war against and among Mexican narco-traffickers has killed 7,000 people in the past year and is destabilizing Mexico along the U.S. border. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton was in Mexico on Thursday to discuss U.S. aid. Other U.S. Cabinet officials and President Obama are slated to visit in the coming weeks. Hezbollah is based in Lebanon. Since its inception after the Israeli invasion of Lebanon in 1982, it has grown into a major political, military and social welfare organization serving Lebanon’s large Shi’ite Muslim community. In 2006, it fought a 34-day war against Israel, which remains its primary adversary. To finance its operations, it relies in part on funding from a large Lebanese Shi’ite Muslim diaspora that stretches from the Middle East to Africa and Latin America. Some of the funding comes from criminal enterprises. |BLOOMBERG NEWS Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton takes a look at crime-fighting Black Hawk helicopters with Genaro Garcia Luna. Although there have been no confirmed cases of Hezbollah moving terrorists across the Mexico border to carry out attacks in the United States, Hezbollah members and supporters have entered the country this way. Last year, Salim Boughader Mucharrafille was sentenced to 60 years in prison by Mexican authorities on charges of organized crime and immigrant smuggling. Mucharrafille, a Mexican of Lebanese descent, owned a cafe in the city of Tijuana, across the border from San Diego. He was arrested in 2002 for smuggling 200 people, said to include Hezbollah supporters, into the U.S. In 2001, Mahmoud Youssef Kourani crossed the border from Mexico in a car and traveled to Dearborn, Mich. Kourani was later charged with and convicted of providing “material support and resources… to Hezbollah,” according to a 2003 indictment. A U.S. official with knowledge of U.S. law enforcement operations in Latin America said, “we noted the same trends as Mr. Braun” and that Hezbollah has used Mexican transit routes to smuggle contraband and people into the U.S. Two U.S. law enforcement officers, familiar with counterterrorism operations in the U.S. and Latin America, said that “it was no surprise” that Hezbollah members have entered the U.S. border through drug cartel transit routes. “The Mexican cartels have no loyalty to anyone,” one of the officials told The Washington Times. “They will willingly or unknowingly aid other nefarious groups into the U.S. through the routes they control. It has already happened. That’s why the border is such a serious national security issue.” One U.S. counterterrorism official said that while “there’s reason to believe that [Hezbollah members] have looked at the southern border to enter the U.S…. to date their success has been extremely limited.” However, another U.S. counterterrorism official confirmed that the U.S. is watching closely the links between Hezbollah and drug cartels and said it is “not a good picture.” A senior U.S. defense official, who spoke on the condition of anonymity because of ongoing operations in Latin America, warned that al Qaeda also could use trafficking routes to infiltrate operatives into the U.S. “If I have the money to do it – I want to get somebody across the border – that’s a way to do it,” the defense official said. “Especially foot soldiers. Somebody who’s willing to come and blow themselves up. That’s sort of hard to do that kind of recruiting, training and development in Kansas City.” Adm. James G. Stavridis, commander of U.S. Southern Command and the nominee to head NATO troops as Supreme Allied Commander-Europe, testified before the House Armed Services Committee last week that the nexus between illicit drug trafficking – “including routes, profits, and corruptive influence” and “Islamic radical terrorism” is a growing threat to the U.S. He noted that in August, “U.S. Southern Command supported a Drug Enforcement Administration operation, in coordination with host countries, which targeted a Hezbollah-connected drug trafficking organization in the Tri-Border Area.” In October, another interagency operation led to the arrests of several dozen people in Colombia associated with a Hezbollah-connected drug trafficking and a money-laundering ring. Hezbollah uses these operations to generate millions of dollars to finance Hezbollah operations in Lebanon and other areas of the world, he said. BLOOMBERG NEWS Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton takes a look at crime-fighting Black Hawk helicopters with Genaro Garcia Luna, Mexico’s public security secretary, on Thursday at a federal police base in Mexico City. Mrs. Clinton discussed U.S. aid with Mexican officials. A Mexican marine patrols near the U.S.-Mexico border wall in Tijuana, Mexico, on March 18, 2009. The administration of President Obama is preparing to send federal agents to the U.S.-Mexico border as reinforcements in the fight against Mexican drug cartels. The Obama administration is preparing to send federal agents to the US-Mexico border as reinforcements in the fight against Mexican drug cartels. (Associated Press) “Identifying, monitoring and dismantling the financial, logistical, and communication linkages between illicit trafficking groups and terrorist sponsors are critical to not only ensuring early indications and warnings of potential terrorist attacks directed at the United States and our partners, but also in generating a global appreciation and acceptance of this tremendous threat to security,” he said. Mr. Braun, who spent 33 years with the DEA and still works with the organization as a consultant, said that members of the elite Quds, or Jerusalem, force of Iran’s Revolutionary Guards also are showing up in Latin America. “Quite frankly, I’m not opposed to the belief that they could be commanding and controlling Hezbollah’s criminal enterprises from there,” Mr. Braun said. The DEA thinks that 60 percent of terrorist organizations have some ties with the illegal narcotics trade, said agency spokesman Garrison Courtney. South American drug cartels were forced into developing stronger alliances with Mexican syndicates when the U.S. closed off access from the Caribbean 15 years ago, Mr. Braun said. Mexico’s transit routes now account for more than 90 percent of the cocaine entering the U.S., he said. The emphasis on Mexico intensified after the Sept. 11 attacks, when beefed-up U.S. security measures greatly reduced access to the U.S. by air and water, he said. The shift put Mexico’s drug cartels in the lead and helped them amass billions of dollars and an estimated 100,000 foot soldiers, according to U.S. defense officials. Hezbollah shifted its trade routes along with the drug cartels, using Lebanese Shi’ite expatriates to negotiate contracts with Mexican crime bosses, Mr. Braun said. The World Trade Bridge between Nuevo Laredo and its sister city, Laredo, as well as Interstate 35 and Highways 59, 359 and 83, are like veins feeding the Mexican syndicates, running from southern Texas to cities across the U.S. and as far north as Canada, U.S. officials say. In addition, access routes from El Paso, Texas, to San Diego are also high-value entry points. Ben Conery contributed to this report.

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Founded in 1909 by Wilhelm Maybach, the brand only started producing cars in 1921. Maybach was purchased by Daimler-Benz in 1960, and was subsequently used to produce elite special edition models of top-end W108 and W116 S-Class cars. The concepts that would become both the Maybach 57 and 62 were shown at the 1997 Tokyo Motor Show, and these two models would define what we now know as “Maybach” until the brand’s discontinuation in 2013. This year though, parent company Mercedes-Benz brought back the Maybach name with a bang. Situated at the very top of the S-Class range, the S600 Maybach is the most luxurious and opulent Mercedes-Benz product currently available. In fact, it’s so differentiated from the “standard” S-Class that they don’t even technically call it a Mercedes-Benz. At an exclusive North American media event, we were offered the keys to a 2016 Mercedes-Maybach S600 for an extended evaluation and to determine whether it really is the epitome of chauffeur-driven perfection. At a starting price of over $230,000, the only real rivals in the luxury segment are the Rolls-Royce Ghost and the Bentley Mulsanne. Even the most plush of Audi A8s and BMW 7-series’ have a hard time keeping up with the sheer level of exclusivity delivered by the new Maybach. Despite being geared strictly towards luxury without any intentions in the sporting department, the Mercedes-Maybach S600 is not without its merits under the hood. It’s hustled along by a 6.0L twin-turbocharged V12 motor, mated to a seamless seven-speed automatic. Output is 523 horsepower, available between 4900 and 5300RPM, and a ground-crushing 612 lb-ft of torque, which peaks between 1900 and 4000RPM. In a lighter car, these numbers would be approaching supercar territory, but it’s important to keep in mind that the Maybach weighs over 5,200lbs. Even still, acceleration is satisfying and, dare I say, quick, and the shifts of the transmission are almost unnoticeable altogether. The big Maybach is in its element cruising along on the highway, carrying any and all passengers in the utmost of comfort and serenity. The thick windows isolate the cabin from any noise whatsoever, and the suspension damping is simply marvelous. Even just starting the monstrous V12 is a near-silent experience, though you can hear a distant roar from the exhaust both on startup as well as at full throttle acceleration. Though handling isn’t even one of the top ten priorities of the average Mercedes-Maybach buyer, the large European limousine corners very competently for a vehicle of its size. Steering is fully electric and absolutely effortless, much like the rest of the car’s operation. However, there is a sport mode that stiffens things up considerably, and also adjusts the suspension to minimize body roll ever so slightly. This does have more of an effect than it sounds – the S600 feels like a linebacker during the Super Bowl. Tons of muscle and straight line speed when required. Just don’t ask it to go around any corners, or it might kick the back end out on you. Something tells me the typical Maybach buyer doesn’t want to induce oversteer. On this particular instance, we were also offered some track time with the Maybach on a closed course, so naturally we accepted. I mean, what other chance would I ever have to put a 5,200lb. limousine onto the racetrack? With our Creative Director, Krish at the wheel, I decided to take a seat in the rear accommodations of the S600. This car was equipped with the $15,000 Extended Leather Package as well as the $8,500 Executive Rear Seating Package. This does take the price of our tester well over the quarter-million dollar mark, but what’s inside will immediately make the price tag simply irrelevant. Attention to detail is just staggering, such as the Burmester speakers that spin and retract back into the dashboard when the ignition is turned off. It’s one of those things – if you have to ask how much, you probably can’t afford it. Every single surface inside the Mercedes-Maybach S600 is upholstered in the softest leather available this side of a Rolls-Royce. Even the roof liner is Nappa leather, and the rear seats recline, heat, ventilate, and massage. There’s a remote control in the back that toggles all of these things, including multimedia on two screens, located on the headrests of the front seats. Additionally, the rear passenger cabin boasts a refrigerated compartment, rear folding tables, and even champagne flutes. On top of it all, there are two slick little pillows stitched in matching leather, with the Maybach symbol embroidered on them, placed on the seats. These pillows complement the deep-carpeted floor mats beautifully. Even at 6’1, I was able to recline fully and not have my legs touch the back of the front seats. It was a surreal experience, to get a decent massage while being spiritedly chauffeured around the track at Monticello Motor Club. All this while enjoying the perfection that is the Burmester High-End stereo, easily one of the best automotive audio applications I’ve ever heard. The system is just as capable of replicating “Highway to Hell” as it is “Hotel California” and Eminem’s “Without Me”. Mercedes-Benz offers all connectivity options imaginable, including USB, iPod, Bluetooth, and satellite radio. Up front, the interior isn’t too far off from an S-Class, which is already regarded as the standard in luxury motoring anyhow. All of the main switchgear is the same, including COMAND infotainment, the same lovely two-spoke steering wheel, and gorgeous leather upholstery throughout. Our specific car was finished in unique Designo leather with diamond stitching on the seats as well as the door panels and dashboards. Regular S-Class features are also on board, including heated armrests (an industry first) and a full suite of driver aids such as radar-guided cruise control and full collision mitigation. At first glance, it’s not immediately evident what this car is, if not just a long-wheelbase S-Class with optional, larger wheels. There is no “Maybach” logo on the hood, which proudly wears its three-pointed star. The C-pillars, trunklid, and interior all bear the Maybach symbol, but even the center caps on the unique 20” wheels “only” have the Mercedes-Benz monogram. But, the entire current generation is immediately able to identify with the Maybach name, thanks to pop culture icon Rick Ross, whose record label imprint is called “Maybach Music”. Never that the combined fuel rating suggested by Mercedes-Benz is 15.3L/100km on premium, or that it’s too long to fit in most residential homes’ garages – this is a Maybach. After spending some time with the 2016 Mercedes-Maybach S600, we came away in awe. Not necessarily at its driving dynamics or power numbers, but at the sheer attention to detail that goes into the development and production of such an exclusive flagship model. It becomes blatantly obvious that no stone was left unturned when designing this vehicle inside and out, and the result is something staggeringly unique and exclusive. The select few who will get to own this vehicle are a lucky bunch; those who want all of the panache and luxury of the Rolls-Royce Phantom but want a more understated look. The Maybach name is back – and it’s on a car worthy of the name.

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- International law and the Arab–Israeli conflict Arguments about the applicability of various elements of international lawunderlie the debate around the Arab-Israeli conflict. This article discusses the basis for these conflicts. The basis for legal arguments International law is different from domestic lawin many important respects, but its interpretation and application relies on a formal structure similar to that of domestic law. Legal arguments are also distinct from moral arguments, historical arguments, and religious arguments, all of which come into play in the Arab-Israeli conflict. Customary International Law Unlike a treaty agreement, customary international law is not written. Although customs of a longstanding nature can be codified by formal treaties. The Laws and Customs of War on Land (Hague IV); October 18, 1907 is one such example. [ [http://www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/lawofwar/hague04.htm The Avalon Project, Laws of War] ] To prove that a certain rule is customary one has to show that it is reflected in state practice and that there exists a conviction in the international community that such practice is required as a matter of law. In this context, "practice" relates to official state practice and therefore includes formal statements by states. A contrary practice by some states is possible because if this contrary practice is condemned by the other states, or subsequently denied by the government itself, the original rule is actually confirmed. [ [http://www.icrc.org/eng/customary-law ICRC Customary international humanitarian law] ] In accordance with article 13 of the UN Charter, the General Assembly is obligated to initiate studies and to make recommendations that encourage the progressive development of international law and its codification. [ [http://www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/un/unchart.htm#art13 UN Charter, article 13] ] Acting in that agreed-upon treaty capacity, the General Assembly affirmed the principles of international law that were recognized by the Charter of the Nuremberg Tribunal and directed that they should be codified. [see General Assembly Resolution 95 (I), 11 December 1946, and UN General Assembly Resolution 177.] Those principles were subsequently adopted by a subordinate organ, the International Law Commission of the United Nations, and were also incorporated through the agreement of the High Contracting Parties into the Geneva Conventions. [see Nuremberg Principlesand [http://deoxy.org/wc/wc-nurem.htm Principles of the Nuremberg Tribunal, 1950] ] Forms of Evidence In 1950, the International Law Commission listed the following sources as forms of evidence to customary international law: treaties, decisions of national and international courts, national legislation, opinions of national legal advisors, diplomatic correspondence, and practice of international organizations. [ see [http://www.law.berkeley.edu/library/classes/iflr/customary.html#practice Evidence of State practice] .] Legal issues related to sovereignty The vast majority of the world's sovereign states are a result of wars that were resolved through peace treaties. Some of these peace treaties were imposed on the losing side in a war; others came about as a result of negotiations that followed wars, or were entered into under the threat of war. In these cases, the applicable law is bound in peace treaties among the states. The legal sovereignty over areas now under Israeli rule (including areas within the armistice lines from the War of 1948, areas in Gaza, the Golan Heights, and the West Bankcaptured during the Six-Day War) is subject to two different interpretations: Israeliperspective is that the San Remo conferencein 1920 explicitly granted the mandate for Palestineto Great Britainin order to set up a Jewish homeland there. ['Zionist Aspirations: Dr Weizmann on the Future of Palestine', "The Times", Saturday, 8 May, 1920; p. 15.] They further claim that the resolution is still in force and that it still applies to disputed areas not resolved by peace treaties.Fact|date=February 2007 Arabperspective is that the San Remo conference (if it still applies, which is disputed) made no mention of Jewish sovereignty, nor did it identify which parts of Palestinea "Jewish homeland" would occupy. Furthermore, the right of self-determinationof national groups has been recognised many times by the international community. *Those who reject Israeli claims of sovereigntyWho|date=August 2008 of all or parts of Jerusalem, the West Bank, and Gaza claim that these areas were never intended for Israelin the UN partition plan for PalestineFact|date=February 2007; they were seized from Jordan(whose annexation of the area after 1948 Arab-Israeli War was not recognized by the vast majority of the international communityFact|date=August 2008) during the Six Days Warand are thus considered "occupied" by IsraelFact|date=August 2008. Jordan relinquished its claim to these territories in 1988. Israel claims the 1967 war was a defensive war and therefore according to common international law where the prior holder of territory had seized that territory unlawfully, the state which subsequently takes that territory in the lawful exercise of self-defense has, against that prior holder, better title (see below) and the 1947 partition plan is non-binding since it was rejected by the Palestinians. Subsequent treaties and resolutions During the course of the British mandate in Palestine, the British governmentsought to reconcile the two claims in different ways. A number of proposals and declarations were put forward, all of which were rejected by one party or the other, and usually both. Again, two different interpretations apply: *The Israeli perspective is that Great Britainonly had the mandate to propose solutions in keeping with the San Remo conference, not to amend them. Proposals that were offered but rejected by either or both of the parties had no legal authority.Fact|date=August 2008 *The Arab perspective views British proposals as promises (subsequently broken) to the people of Palestine, see also the Hussein-McMahon Correspondence. Fact|date=August 2008 World War II, the British government decided to abandon its mandate in Palestine. A United NationsCommission ( UNSCOP) was assigned to recommend a solution to the conflict to the General Assembly. The recommendation was a partition plan that would result in an Arab and a Jewish state in the remaining mandate, and Jerusalemunder UN rule, was approved by the General Assembly. In any case, while the Zionists accepted the plan, the plan was rejected by the Palestinians and the Arab states. However, the resolution served partially as a basis for the Declaration of the Establishment of the State of Israelto take effect when Great Britain's mandate expired. Many states granted the State of Israel either " de facto" or " de jure" recognition. Israel was accepted as a sovereign member state in the United Nations and has diplomatic relations with many, but not all, sovereign states. The legal consequence of subsequent events Several events have affected the legal issues related to the conflict: *After the war in 1948, the mandate ended up being split between Israel, Egyptand Jordan. Israel and Jordan annexed all areas under their administration; Egypt maintained a military occupation of Gaza. The United Nations did not assert its authority of Jerusalem, and the city ended up being split between Israel and Jordan. *Although there were numerous informal and backchannel communications between Israel and Arab states through the years, all Arab states refused to accept Israel's sovereignty until 1979, and most (excluding Jordan, Mauritania, and Egypt) persisted in rejecting Israel's desire to exist (see Khartoum Resolution) until the 2002 Arab Peace Initiative which offers Israel peace and normal relations with all Arab countries if Israel withdraws from all areas occupied in the 1967 war and accepts a "just solution" to the Palestinian refugeeproblem. *The war in 1967 brought all remaining parts of the Mandate (as defined by Great Britain in 1947) as well as parts of the Golan Heights under Israeli administration. Israel subsequently annexed East Jerusalemand the Golan, asserting that the West Bank and Gaza were " disputed territories". *Both as a result of the wars in 1948 and 1967, Arab residents of the former Mandate were displaced and classified by the United Nations as "refugees" *In approximately the same time frame, most Jews in Arab states fled or were forced to leave, with most of them absorbed by Israel. *United Nations Security Council issued resolution 242 that set the framework for a resolution through " land for peace". *In 1979 Egypt and Israel signed a peace treaty, agreeing on international borders between the two states, but leaving the disposition of Gaza for peace negotiations between Israel and the Palestinians. *In 1988, the PLO declared "the formation of an independent Palestinian state, with Jerusalemas its capital." *In 1993, the PLO and Israel signed a declaration of principles that included mutual recognition and the ultimate goal of establishing self rulefor the Palestinian people. *In 1994, Jordan and Israel also signed a peace treaty. *No other Arab state has granted legal recognition of Israel's sovereignty. A formal state of war still exists between Israel and several Arab states, though armistice agreements govern interaction between the states. *Several attempts at finalizing the terms for a peace agreement between Israel and the PLO have failed. In 2006 the Palestinians elected Hamasinto power, a party that does not recognize Israel as legitimate. Legal issues related to the wars International law recognizes that there are legal reasons to go to war. For example, states have the right to defend themselves against overt external aggression, in the form of an invasion or other attack. A number of states assert that this principle extends to the right to launch military actions to reduce a threat, protect vital interests, or pre-empt a possible attack or emerging threat. As a practical matter, these distinctions may not matter much: once a war breaks out, the efforts shift toward ending it and preventing it from starting again rather than hashing out legal distinctions. Wars between Israel and Arab states Nevertheless, the Security Council's opinion, as noted by the passed of Security Council resolution 242, emphasized "the inadmissibility of the acquisition of territory by war," setting the stage for controversy on the legal status of areas captured in 1967, and (according to some) in 1948. There are two interpretations of this matter: *The Israeli position is that: ** The wars in 1956 and 1967 were waged by Israel to ensure the state's survival. As most hostilities were initiated by the Arab side, Israel had to fight and win these wars in order to ensure the state's sovereignty and safety. Territories captured in the course of those wars are therefore legitimately under Israeli administration for both security reasons and to deter hostile states from belligerence. **In the absence of peace treaties between all the parties at war, Israel has under all circumstances the right to maintain control of the captured territories. Their ultimate disposition should be a result of peace treaties, and not a condition for them. Even so, Israel asserts that: ***The 1956 war was caused by a pattern of Egyptian belligerence against Israel, culminating with the nationalization of the Suez Canaland the blockage of the canal for Israeli traffic in violation of the Convention of Constantinopleand other relevant treaties, in their view a clear "casus belli" (i.e., an act justifying war) ***The 1967 war was similarly caused by the closing of the Straits of Tiran, the rejection of UN forces in the Sinai desert, and the redeployment of Egyptian forces. Jordan and Syria entered the war in spite of Israeli efforts to keep these frontiers peaceful. ***The 1973 war was a surprise attack against Israel by Syria and Egypt. *The Arab position is that: **The 1956 war was a result of a conspiracy between France, the United Kingdom and Israel in violation of Egypt's sovereignty. Egypt claimed several legal justifications for refusing Israel use of the Suez Canal, including the right of self-defence. **The war in 1967 was an unprovoked act of aggression aimed at expanding the boundaries of Israel, and the territories captured during this war are illegally occupied. **As a result, the territories must be ceded in order for peace to be achieved.As noted above, Israel, Egypt, and Jordan have resolved this impasse and have recognized international borders between these states. The dispute has now shifted to the conflict between the Armed conflict between Israel and Palestinian groups The Declaration of Principles (see above) established Israel and the PNA/PLO as negotiation partners for purposes of determining the resolution of several issues, including: *The borders and legal status of Palestinian self-determination, including the eventual establishment of a sovereign Palestinian state *The disposition of Palestinian refugees *Other arrangements to resolve grievances, such as financial reparations for confiscated or inaccessible property However, the application of international law is complicated by the fact that Israel is a sovereign state, while the PNA/PLO is recognized (by Israel and other states) as the legitimate representative of the Palestinian people, but not a sovereign state. Hence, the PLO/PNA has neither the rights nor obligations of a sovereign state. This issue is further complicated by the fact that the PLO/PNA has limited influence over other Palestinian groups, such as Hamasand the Palestinian Islamic Jihadwithin territories under Israeli or Palestinian administration; or over Hezbollahand other organizations in other states. Israel does not recognize enemy Palestinian combatants as soldiers and prosecutes them under Israeli criminal law. On the other hand, Israel invokes its sovereign right to self-defense as justification for assassinations of enemy leaders. Legal issues related to occupation The Geneva Conventions and other international tractates recognize that land a) conquered in the course of a war; and b) the disposition of which is unresolved through subsequent peace treaties is "occupied" and subject to international laws of war and international humanitarianlaw. This includes special protection of individuals in those territories, limitations on the use of land in those territories, and access by international relief agencies. "Occupied" vs. "Disputed" territories :"See related article Status of territories captured by Israel". ; Several arguments are brought forward on this issue: *Among both Arabs and Israelis, there is widespread agreement that the armistice lines of 1949 have no legal standingFact|date=April 2008 (although both sides agree to S.C resolution 242 which calls for "Withdrawal of Israeli armed forces from territories occupied in the recent conflict" (see semantic dispute) and: "Termination of all claims or states of belligerency" and respect for the right of every state in the area to live in peace within secure and recognised boundaries). Different groups draw very different conclusions as to how they should be treated. *Most Arab and many Israeli advocates of a two-state solution assert that the borders between Israel and a Palestinian state should be based on the 1949–1967 armistice linesFact|date=April 2008. *Some parties on the Arab side assert that the armistice lines of 1949 should not prejudice future borders, and that all of Israel is in fact occupied territory.Fact|date=April 2008 *Some parties on the Israeli side believe that Israel has sovereignty over the territories since Jordanor Egyptdid not have a legal sovereignty over the areas, and thus Israel was entitled in an act of self defense during the Six Day Warto "fill the vacuum". [Yehuda Z. Blum, "The Juridicial status of Jerusalem (Jerusalem, The Leonard Davis Institute for International Relations, 1974);id., "The missing Reversioner: Reflections on the Status of Judea and Samaria", 3 Israel Law Review (1968), pages 279-301] *Some Israelis assert instead that all or part of the West Bank (variously, the formally annexed East Jerusalem, the Israeli settlements, on up to the entire territory) is legally Israel, on various legal and historical bases; until the 2005 Israeli withdrawal from Gaza, many asserted the same about Gaza, as some still do.Fact|date=April 2008 *Appropriateness of "disputed" **With respect to the West Bank, Israel itself argues that it "has valid claims to title in this territory" [ [http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Peace+Process/Guide+to+the+Peace+Process/Israeli+Settlements+and+International+Law.htm] ] . It does not, however, identify these claims, their bases, or their extent (except to imply by use of "in" this territory" rather than "over" this territory" that these claims do not encompass the entire West Bank) **Use of "disputed" "instead of" "occupied" arguably implies the existence of contending territorial claims against some part of the West Bank, or against the West Bank as a whole. Israel makes no "specific" territorial claim on any part of the West Bank, however: wherever an Israeli solder leaves a footprint in the West Bank, no specific Israeli territorial claim of the area "within" that footprint is in evidence. Nor can Israel point at any "specific" site where such affirmative and incompatible territorial claims exist as might normally bring the term "disputed territory" to mind (i.e. a site within the claimed boundaries of more than one nation). The term "disputed" may not apply here as conventionally understood, or may be more suitably applied to the "status" of the West Bank than to the "territory" of the West Bank itself. **Further, the applicability of "disputed" here appears not to preclude the correctness of "occupied"; The international consensus, excepting the U.S. in some cases, is that: *The annexation of the Golan Heights and East Jerusalem are illegal and not recognized by international law [ [http://daccessdds.un.org/doc/RESOLUTION/GEN/NR0/418/84/IMG/NR041884.pdf?OpenElement United Nations Security Council Resolution 497] ( December 17, 1981), about the Golan Heights. Adopted unanimously.] [ [http://daccessdds.un.org/doc/RESOLUTION/GEN/NR0/399/71/IMG/NR039971.pdf?OpenElement United Nations Security Council Resolution 478] ( August 20, 1980), about East Jerusalem. Adopted by 14 votes to none, with 1 abstention (United States of America).] *The West Bank and Gaza are "occupied," because: **They were captured by force of arms and against the will of their populations. **The residents in these areas were stateless. **Israel has put the territories under military rather than civilian administration, creating a "de facto" state of occupation. [See, in addition, [http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/131/1671.pdf Legal Consequences of the Construction of a Wall in the Occupied Palestinian Territory] , International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion, July 9 2004, paragraph 78: "«The territories situated between the Green Line (see paragraph 72 above) and the former eastern boundary of Palestine under the Mandate were occupied by Israel in 1967 during the armed conflict between Israel and Jordan. Under customary international law, these were therefore occupied territories in which Israel had the status of occupying Power. Subsequent events in these territories, as described in paragraphs 75 to 77 above, have done nothing to alter this situation. All these territories (including East Jerusalem) remain occupied territories and Israel has continued to have the status of occupying Power.»"] *Non-Jewish residents who reject Israeli citizenship and/or hegemony have the right to self-determination. ; The official Israeli government position is that: *East Jerusalem is annexed and belongs to Israel, while the Golan Heights is annexed with the ratification of the Golan Heights Law.Fact|date=December 2007 *The West Bank and Gaza are "disputed" and not occupied territories, because: **They were part of the Mandate in Palestine and therefore part of what was to become a "Jewish homeland".Fact|date=December 2007 **The Arab states rejected the 1947 partition plan, thus making it non-binding.Fact|date=December 2007 - Reference: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/1947_UN_Partition_Plan#Reactions_to_the_plan **No attempt was ever made to establish a Palestinian state in the West Bank and Gaza between 1949 and 1967 (see Occupation of the Gaza Strip by Egyptand Occupation of the West Bank and East Jerusalem by Jordan).Fact|date=December 2007 Geneva Conventionsonly apply to sovereign territories captured from a signatory to the conventions. **Israel took control of the West Bank as a result of a "defensive war". The language of "occupation" has allowed Palestinian spokesmen to obfuscate this history. By repeatedly pointing to "occupation," they manage to reverse the causality of the conflict, especially in front of Western audiences. Thus, the current territorial dispute is allegedly the result of an Israeli decision "to occupy," rather than a result of "a war imposed on Israel" by a coalition of Arab states in 1967. Former State Department Legal Advisor Stephen Schwebel, who later headed the International Court of Justice in the Hague, wrote in 1970 regarding Israel's case: "Where the prior holder of territory had seized that territory unlawfully, the state which subsequently takes that territory in the lawful exercise of self-defense has, against that prior holder, better title. [http://www.jcpa.org/jl/vp470.htm] Recognizing the controversial nature of sovereignty over Jerusalem, UNSCOP recommended that the city be placed under United Nations administration in the partition plan. This was approved by the General Assembly in November, 1947, accepted by the Jews and rejected by the Arabs. However, the 1948-1949 war resulted in Israel occupying the western portion of the city . Israel made Jerusalem its capital in 1950, establishing governmental offices in areas it controlled. Soon afterwards, Jordan annexed the eastern part along with the remainder of the West Bank. After the 1967 war, Israel put the parts of Jerusalem that had been captured during the war under its jurisdiction and civilian administration, establishing new municipal borders. Arguing that this did not amount to annexation at the time, subsequent legal actions have been interpreted as consistent with an annexation. July 30, 1980, the Knessetpassed a basic law making "Jerusalem, complete and united…the capital of Israel." Since then Israel has extended the municipal boundaries several times. October 6, 2002, Yasser Arafatsigned the Palestinian Legislative Council's law making Al Quds "the eternal capital of Palestine." International bodies such as the United Nations have condemned Israel's Basic Law concerning Jerusalem as a violation of the Fourth Geneva Conventionand therefore hold that the establishment of the city as Israel's capital is against international law. Consequently, countries have established embassies to Israel's government outside of Jerusalem. Similarly, missions to the Palestinian National Authorityare at the insistence of Israel's government located outside of Jerusalem. Israel has filed strenuous protests [http://www.mfa.gov.il/mfa/jerusalem%20capital%20of%20israel/] against this policy, asserting that: * There is no basis in international law for denying Israel's establishing its capital in Jerusalem, because there is no binding treaty that makes the city a * The 1980 Basic Law is not a legal innovation and only affirms Israel's long-standing position on Jerusalem. * Israel has the sovereign right to establish its capital at the most meaningful place for its people, and its claim is unique. * Objections to Jerusalem as Israel's capital are political in nature, and not legal. Settlement in territories "See related articleArticle 49 of the Fourth Geneva Convention states in paragraph 1, [http://www.icrc.org/ihl.nsf/0/6756482d86146898c125641e004aa3c5?OpenDocument] "Individual or mass forcible transfers, as well as deportations of protected persons from occupied territory to the territory of the Occupying Power or to that of any other country, occupied or not, are prohibited, regardless of their motive."and states in paragraph 6, "The Occupying Power shall not deport or transfer parts of its own civilian population into the territory it occupies." Arguments supporting the position that establishing, funding, or allowing settlements in the territories is a violation of international law are, * The International Committee of the Red Cross' commentaries to the Geneva Conventions [http://www.icrc.org/ihl.nsf/COM/380-600056?OpenDocument] state that Article 49, paragraph 6, "is intended to prevent a practice adopted during the Second World War by certain Powers, which transferred portions of their own population to occupied territory for political and racial reasons or in order, as they claimed, to colonize those territories." It further notes "that in this paragraph the meaning of the words 'transfer' and 'deport' is rather different from that in which they are used in the other paragraphs of Article 49 since they do not refer to the movement of protected persons but to that of nationals of the occupying Power". The Committee has on several occasions described the establishment of Israeli settlements in the occupied territories as a violation of the Fourth Geneva Convention. [http://www.icrc.org/Web/eng/siteeng0.nsf/htmlall/57JRGW?OpenDocument] International Court of Justice, in paragraph 120 of its advisory opinionon the "Legal Consequences of the Construction of a Wall in the Occupied Palestinian Territory", asserts that: "That provision [article 49(6)] prohibits not only deportations or forced transfers of population such as those carried out during the Second World War, but also any measures taken by an occupying Power in order to organize or encourage transfers of parts of its own population into the occupied territory" and "concludes that the Israeli settlements in the Occupied Palestinian Territory (including East Jerusalem) have been established in breach of international law". [http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/131/1671.pdf] The dissenting judge Thomas Buergenthalagreed that "this provision applies to the Israeli settlements in the West Bank and that their existence violates Article 49, paragraph 6". [http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/131/1687.pdf] * Article 8(2)(b)(viii) of the International Criminal Court Rome Statutedefines " [t] he transfer, directly or indirectly, by the Occupying Power of parts of its own civilian population into the territory it occupies" as a war crime. [http://www.icc-cpi.int/library/about/officialjournal/Rome_Statute_120704-EN.pdf] Israel did initially sign the statute, but later declared its intention not to ratify it. [http://www.globalpolicy.org/intljustice/icc/2002/0612israel.htm] * The Security Council has in Resolution 446 determined: "that the policy and practices of Israel in establishing settlements in the Palestinian and other Arab territories occupied since 1967 have no legal validity". Arguments supporting the position that settlement in the territories does not violate international law are, * the territories in question are not occupied in any legal sense, based on arguments above. [http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/MFAArchive/2000_2009/2003/2/DISPUTED+TERRITORIES-+Forgotten+Facts+About+the+We.htm] * Article 49 of the Fourth Geneva Convention is limited to transfers or deportations into or out of Occupied Territories which are 'forcible'. [http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Peace+Process/Guide+to+the+Peace+Process/Israeli+Settlements+and+International+Law.htm] * Jewish settlements in these areas do not displace the Palestinians Fact|date=August 2008, which is the original purpose of the Conventions. * Article 49 "cannot be viewed as prohibiting the voluntary return of individuals to the towns and villages from which they, or their ancestors, had been ousted" from living, e.g., in Gush Etzion, Jerusalem, or Hebronbefore 1948. * the Palestinians, as part of the Oslo Accords[http://www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/mideast/isrplo.htm] , agreed that the issue of settlements in the territories shall fall under the jurisdiction of final status negotiations (Article V, Section 3). * Jews have a legal right to settle the areas according to the Mandate for Palestine (specifically Article 6 of the mandate concerning Jewish settlements) and to such documents as the Faisal Weizmann Agreement. The British Mandate (granted by the League of Nations) specifically encouraged "close settlement by Jews on the land." Legal issues related to the Israeli West Bank barrier :"See related articles Israeli West Bank barrier." Israel has completed long stretches of barriers between Jewish and Palestinian communities in the West Bank. *Critics make one or several of the following arguments: **While a security/separation barrier may be a necessary and effective way to stop attacks against Israeli targets, Israel has no right to build the barrier in territories considered "occupied". **The barrier is nothing but an attempt to establish "de facto" borders between Israel and a future Palestinian state **The barrier attempts to separate Palestinians from their means of livelihood and from interaction with others and is therefore comparable to something the apartheidregime in South Africa might attempt (see also: Israel and the apartheid analogy). **The barrier has made Palestinians poorer. *Israel defends the security barrier by arguing that: **The barrier and its route are solely security measures that will have no bearing on future peace negotiations. **The land is not (for reasons outlined above) subject to the Geneva Conventions. **Even if it were, the Geneva Conventions explicitly allows structures to be built for purposes of self-defense. **The Israeli Supreme Court is reviewing the route on a continuous basis and has forced it to change. StandWithUs, a pro-Israel advocacy organization, defends the security fence by pointing out: ***Israel did not begin building the fence until 2003, when terrorism reached unprecedented levels. ***The fence is similar to barriers that dozens of other democracies have built to keep out terrorists or illegal immigrants, such as the barriers between the United Statesand Mexico, Indiaand Kashmir, Spainand Morocco, North and South Koreaand even the walls within Belfastthat separate Protestant and Catholic neighborhoods. ***Since construction of the fence began in 2003, the number of completed terrorist attacks has dropped by more than 90%. ***97% of the barrier is a chain-link fence similar to those along the United States's border; only 3% (10 miles) is a concrete wall, built to prevent sniper shooting prevalent in certain areas. ***Only 5%-8% of the West Bank and less than 1% of Palestinians will end up on the Israeli side of the fence. [http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC05.php?CID=2268] [ [http://www.washingtoninstitute.org/templateC04.php?CID=1 Publications ] ] ***Palestinians can bring their specific grievances about the barrier to Israel's Supreme Court, which in several cases has ruled that the fence must be re-routed. [ [http://www.mfa.gov.il/MFA/Government/Law/Legal+Issues+And+Rulings/High+Court+rules+on+security+fence+around+ALFEI+MENASHE+15-SEP-2005.htm?DMode=print High Court rules on security fence around Alfei Menashe 15-Sep-2005 ] ] In 2004, the United Nations passed a number of resolutions and the International Court of Justice issued a ruling on the Israeli West Bank barrier. Israel did not recognize the jurisdiction of the ICJ on this matter, stating that the ICJ had no standing to hear the case in the first place, so its determinations are rendered void and irrelevant. The United States and the European Unionsupported Israel's position on the jurisdication of the ICJ. [http://www.globalpolicy.org/wldcourt/icj/2004/0223grim.htm] In October 2003, the United Statesvetoed a United Nations Security Council resolution, which stated: "The construction by Israel, the occupying power, of a wall in the Occupied Territories departing from the armistice line of 1949 is illegal under relevant provisions of international law and must be ceased and reversed." United Kingdom, Germany, Bulgaria, and Cameroonabstained from the vote. The justification given by the U.S. for the veto was that the resolution did not condemn terrorist attacks made by Palestinian groups (see Negroponte doctrine). The United States, however, has been condemned by some countries for its support of the barrier. One week later, on October 21, a similar (though non-binding) resolution (ES-10/13) was passed by the UN General Assembly 144-4 with 12 abstentions. The resolution said the barrier was "in contradiction to international law", and demanded that Israel "stop and reverse" its construction. Israel called the resolution a "farce". Process of the ICJ In December 2003, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution requesting the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to make a non-binding Advisory opinion#International Court of Justiceon the "legal consequences arising" from the construction of the barrier. The hearings began in February 2004. The Palestinian Authorityis not a member of the court but was allowed to make a submission by virtue of being a UN observer and a co-sponsor of the General Assembly resolution. In January 2004, the court also authorized the League of Arab Statesand the Organisation of the Islamic Conferenceto make submissions. Israel initially announced that it would cooperate with the court, while noting that advisory rulings of the ICJ are not binding. Israel later made a written submission to the court rejecting the authority of the court to rule on the case, but announced (on February 12, 2004) that it would not appear at the court to make oral submissions. January 30, 2004, Israel announced officially it did not recognize ICJ authority to rule over the barrier issue. Israel also dispatched a 120 page document, elaborating on the security needs to build the "terror prevention fence" and purporting to demonstrate the atrocities committed by Palestinian terrorists. The document also included a judicial part with legal accounts supporting Israel's claim that the issue of the barrier is political and not in the ICJ authority. On 23, 24, and 25 February2004 the hearings before the International Court of Justice took place in the Peace Palaceat the Hague. Ruling of the ICJ July 9, 2004, the International Court of Justice issued its opinion against the barrier, calling for it to be removed and the Arab residents to be compensated for any damage done. The Court advised that the United Nations General Assembly, which had asked for the ruling, and the Security Council should act on the issue. The ICJ opinions were as follows [ [http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/131/1671.pdf Legal Consequences of the Construction of a Wall in the Occupied Palestinian Territory] , International Court of Justice Advisory Opinion, July 9 2004, paragraph 163.] : # "The construction of the wall being built by Israel, the occupying Power, in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including in and around East Jerusalem, and its associated regime, are contrary to international law"; # "Israel is under an obligation to terminate its breaches of international law; it is under an obligation to cease forthwith the works of construction of the wall being built in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including in and around East Jerusalem, to dismantle forthwith the structure therein situated, and to repeal or render ineffective forthwith all legislative and regulatory acts relating thereto, in accordance with paragraph 151 of this Opinion"; # "Israel is under an obligation to make reparation for all damage caused by the construction of the wall in the Occupied Palestinian Territory, including in and around East Jerusalem"; # "All States are under an obligation not to recognize the illegal situation resulting from the construction of the wall and not to render aid or assistance in maintaining the situation created by such construction; all States parties to the Fourth Geneva Conventionrelative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War of 12 August 1949have in addition the obligation, while respecting the United Nations Charterand international law, to ensure compliance by Israel with international humanitarian law as embodied in that Convention"; # "The United Nations, and especially the General Assembly and the Security Council, should consider what further action is required to bring to an end the illegal situation resulting from the construction of the wall and the associated regime, taking due account of the present Advisory Opinion". The opinion were passed 14-1 by the court judges, except for the 4th decision which was passed 13-2. Thomas Buergenthalwas the sole dissenting member of the 15 judges on this ICJ panel. In his declaration [http://www.icj-cij.org/docket/files/131/1687.pdf] he concluded that the court should have declined to hear the case since it did not have before it "relevant facts bearing directly on issues of Israel's legitimate right of self-defense". Reaction to the ICJ Palestinian leader Yasser Arafat said: "This is an excellent decision. This is a victory for the Palestinian people and for all the free peoples of the world." Israel rejected the ICJ ruling and emphasized the barrier's self-defense aspect [http://www.mfa.gov.il/mfa/about%20the%20ministry/mfa%20spokesman/2004/Statement%20on%20ICJ%20Advisory%20Opinion%209-July-2004] , and stressed that Israel will continue to build the barrier. The United States also rejected the ruling, declaring that the issue was of political rather than legal nature. Colin Powellstated that barrier was effective against terror, and noted that the ICJ ruling was not binding, but insisted that Israel not use the barrier to predetermine permanent borders. [http://www.haaretz.com/hasen/spages/449648.html] Numerous human rights organizations welcomed the ICJ ruling. Amnesty Internationalsaid that Israel should immediately cease constructing the barrier. The governments of Israel's neighbors Lebanon, Syria, Jordan, and Egyptalso welcomed the ruling. On July 13, 2004, the U.S. House of Representatives passed Resolution HR 713 deploring "the misuse of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)... for the narrow political purpose of advancing the Palestinian position on matters Palestinian authorities have said should be the subject of negotiations between the parties." [http://thomas.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/z?c108:H.RES.713:] The Resolution further noted that twenty three countries, including every member of the G8and several other European states, had "submitted objections on various grounds against the ICJ hearing the case." July 20, 2004, the United Nations General Assembly passed a resolution demanding that Israel obey the ICJ ruling. [http://domino.un.org/unispal.nsf/0/f3b95e613518a0ac85256eeb00683444?OpenDocument] Israel, the U.S., Australia, the Federated States of Micronesia, the Marshall Islands, and Palauvoted against the resolution, 10 nations abstained, and 150 nations voted in favor. Legal issues related to refugees Legal definition of refugee The tractate that is most often invoked for legally defining refugees is the 1951 Convention relating to the Status of Refugees. The definition of "refugee" is most often summarized as "... a person who is outside his/her country of nationality or habitual residence; has a well-founded fear of persecution because of his/her race, religion, nationality, membership in a particular social group or political opinion; and is unable or unwilling to avail himself/herself of the protection of that country, or to return there, for fear of persecution." The convention is administered by the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees(UNCHR). United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East(UNRWA), which was established prior to the 1951 convention in response to the humanitarian crisis, applies a different definition: "Under UNRWA's operational definition, Palestine refugees are persons whose normal place of residence was Palestine between June 1946 and May 1948, who lost both their homes and means of livelihood as a result of the 1948 Arab-Israeli conflict. UNRWA's services are available to all those living in its area of operations who meet this definition, who are registered with the Agency and who need assistance. UNRWA's definition of a refugee also covers the descendants of persons who became refugees in 1948." Only descendants in the male line are automatically included. Since the definition used by UNRWA was originally made on an operational basis rather than dictated by specific international law, obligations and rights related to Palestinian refugees under international law are a matter of some debate. The debate centers on questions such as: whether the status of refugees can properly be passed through inheritance to individuals who have never lived in the vacated areas, and whether individuals who have repatriated in other countries can legally claim refugee status. Palestinian refugees were excluded from the 1951 Convention due to the clause that "This Convention shall not apply to persons who are at present receiving from organs or agencies of the United Nations other than the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees protection or assistance." As [http://www.badil.org/Publications/Other/UNHCR-1D-Handbook92.htm interpreted] by UNHCR, this caused some anomalies, since UNRWA admits some persons as refugees that are not automatically admitted by the Convention, and, conversely, some of the legal protections given to refugees by the Convention were not available to most Palestinians. In 2002, UNHCR adopted a revised interpretation [http://www.badil.org/Publications/Other/UNHCR-Note-1D-2002.pdf (PDF)] that fills some of these gaps. Critics of the definition that UNRWA uses have raised objections as to the number of people that should be considered refugees under international law, by noting that the practice of awarding refugee status to descendants was not mandated by the later 1951 convention. However, common practice according to the UNHCR [http://www.hrea.org/erc/Library/hrdocs/refugees/unhcr-handbook.pdf Handbook on Procedures and Criteria for Determining Refugee Status] is that "if the head of a family meets the criteria of the definition, his dependants are normally granted refugee status according to the principle of family unity". In the case of both the UNRWA and UNHCR, actual provision of assistance to a refugee is contingent on a perceived need. Arab-Israeli peace diplomacy and treaties Paris Peace Conference, 1919 *Faisal-Weizmann Agreement (1919) San Remo conferenceof 1920 1949 Armistice Agreements Camp David Accords (1978) *Israel-Egypt Peace Treaty (1979) Madrid Conference of 1991 *Oslo Accords (1993) *Israel-Jordan Treaty of Peace (1994) Camp David 2000 Summit Peace process in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict Projects working for peace among Israelis and Arabs List of Middle East peace proposals * [http://www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/mideast/mideast.htm Collection of legal documents relating to the Middle East 1916-2003] * [http://www.think-israel.org/meir-levi.settlements.html Occupation and Settlement: Myth and Reality] * [http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/Peace/pncdec.html Palestinian National Council Declaration of Independence, November 14, 1988] * [http://www.yale.edu/lawweb/avalon/lawofwar/geneva07.htm (Geneva) Convention (IV) Relative to the Protection of Civilian Persons in Time of War, August 12, 1949] * [http://www.jewishvirtuallibrary.org/jsource/Peace/fencesct.html Israeli Supreme Court Judgement Regarding the Security Fence, June 24, 2004] * [http://www.icj-cij.org/icjwww/idocket/imwp/imwp_advisory_opinion/imwp_advisory_opinion_20040709.htm ICJ Ruling on Israel's Security Fence, July 9, 2004] * [http://www.mideastnewswire.com/archive/me_il_fence.html The Israeli Security Fence] * [http://www.badil.org/Publications/Other/Comment-1DRev02.html BADIL commentary on refugee regulations] * [http://www.diakonia.se/ihl Easy Guide to International Humanitarian Law in the Occupied Palestinian Territory] Wikimedia Foundation. 2010.

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Here’s an inconvenient truth you won’t see highlighted in stories about the takeover of the House by a seemingly inexhaustible army of climate zombies: While more than two dozen incumbents who voted for the climate bill lost their seats, even more Democrats who voted against the climate bill lost theirs. It’s undeniable that failed cap-and-trade legislation played a role in some races, especially the defeat of Rick Boucher in Virginia. Rep. Boucher, a longtime friend of coal, justified his work on the climate bill by arguing that it would be good for coal because the alternative was regulation of emissions by the EPA. (It turned out Boucher was right, by the way, and now Republicans fear the EPA, authorized by the Supreme Court to regulate CO2 under the Clean Air Act, simply can’t be stopped. It may be impossible for anyone to get anything done in a divided Congress, but that’s all the more reason the Clean Air Act isn’t about to be amended.) Boucher’s own former chief of staff believes his involvement on the cap-and-trade bill was the reason he lost. Boucher aside, there are plenty of counter-examples: In Kentucky, a coal state that just elected Ayn Randian ubermensch Rand Paul to the Senate, Rep. John Yarmuth (D) and Rep. Ben Chandler (D) both voted for the bill and held onto their seats. This isn’t exactly a revelation, but exit polls reveal that this election was about the economy. Unfortunately, the fact that voters were too worried about their jobs to make climate change a defining issue, even in states whose economies are heavily dependent on coal, is not a victory for climate hawks. What the election of so many climate zombies illustrates is that for many conservative politicians, and especially, according to polls, the Tea Party, climate change is an issue that is beneath contempt: It’s such a transparent hoax by the bugaboo du jour that it’s not even worth discussing outside of its bearing on the ideological battle over the extent to which the U.S. government should involve itself in the lives of its citizens. There’s one more reason this election wasn’t a referendum on climate, clean energy, or the climate bill. Voter turnouts this year were substantially different from 2008, skewing toward groups least likely to be in favor of action on climate change: older and more conservative.

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Tahoe’s iconic view, Emerald Bay is surrounded by steep mountain sides and dotted with an island topped by a stone tea house. Highway 89 hugs the cliffs above the lake, with parking in 3 lots, plus a few highway-side spots. Eagle Falls tumbles down cliffs below the road into Emerald Bay State Park. A 1.7-mile hike leads to the lakeshore and Vikingsholm “castle,” constructed in 1929 and one of the finest examples of historic Scandinavian architecture in the Western Hemisphere. Sand Harbor State Park A marvelous combination of protected cove, rocky point, giant granite boulders and a long, sandy beach, this state park fills its parking lot quickly on many summer days. Transport alternatives include five-time daily buses from Reno and free micro-shuttles hailed by a TNT-TMA app. Heavenly Village & Stateline Casinos Heavenly Village and nearby casinos, bars and shops are Tahoe’s nucleus of man-made fun. Many spots feature live music, with 24-hour gaming across the Nevada stateline. An incredibly scenic gondola ride travels up to 9,123-foot elevation and viewing platform, mountain lodge, ropescourse and “mountain-coaster.” Truckee’s authentic “Old West” downtown, bisected by the Transcontinental Railroad, has an entertaining variety of quality restaurants, unique shops and modern-day “saloons.” Trails and bike paths head out in multiple directions, including along the Truckee River and to nearby Martis Valley. Tahoe City, State Park & Museums Lake Tahoe’s only outlet is the Truckee River in Tahoe City, where a dam controls the top six feet of the lake. Lean over the railing of “Fanny Bridge” to watch the giant trout below. Bike paths and sidewalks lead from Gatekeeper Museum throughout this scenic town of unique shops, restaurants and “watering-holes.” Sugar Pine Point State Park This park gives a glimpse back in history with its lovely Hellman-Ehrman Mansion, surrounding grounds and boat houses. But it is also features a beautiful shoreline and trails through a forest populated with its name-sake tree. Olympic Valley, Palisades Tahoe This beautiful alpine valley was the site of the 1960 Winter Olympics. Palisades Tahoe Village features outdoor dining spots and a spectacular aerial tram, traveling up 2,000 vertical feet to a high mountain lodge with a small Olympic museum. Donner Memorial State Park A statue and museum at this state park tell the stories of the infamous Donner Party and other Western pioneers. A trail leads to the sandy shoreline of Donner Lake. Mt. Rose Highway Scenic Viewpoint A short drive above Incline Village on Nevada Highway 431 is a scenic pull-off with unobstructed views of the Lake Tahoe Basin, spectacular day or night. The road from here heads north to Reno, with a winding descent and expansive views. Tallac Historic Site & Beaches Connected by bike trail with South Lake Tahoe, the Historic Site’s white sand beaches and green lawns extend down a long stretch of lakeshore. Stroll past historic mansions or dip your toes in Lake Tahoe. Old Highway 40 This route parallels Interstate 80 on the path taken by pioneers and the Trans Continental railroad over the Sierra Nevada Range. The highway curves up between steep cliffs to a scenic bridge and views over Donner Lake. Near the top of the pass are the original, now-abandoned train tunnels and “Chinese wall” constructed in the 1860s. At press time, another Tahoe favorite, D.L. Bliss State Park, anticipated closures this summer due to installation of a new water supply system.

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I have been fortunate to photograph Short-eared Owls for many winters at a location near Stanwood, Washington. These are some of my favorite birds to photograph and I was disappointed last winter when the owls didn’t come to the location on Leque Island where I had always found them. The area is being restored to its natural condition and work done the previous summer seemsedto have affected the area where the owls hunt. But this year the owls have returned and I spent a wonderful afternoon photographing them last week. I knew I was in luck when I drove into the parking lot at the Leque Island Unit of the Skagit Wildlife Area and an owl flew in front of my car before I could even get out with my camera. For the next two hours I photographed the owls as they hunted in the nearby field. Much of the time they were too far away to get good shots but several times two of the owls moved in and hunted quite close to where I was standing. With a 500mm telephoto lens I was able to get a number of closeup shots. when the owls headed in my direction. It’s challenging to photograph Short-eared Owls as their coloring often blends in with the background and they often are flying late in the afternoon when there isn’t great light. Fortunately modern digital cameras can shoot very well at fairly high ISO settings and software like Adobe Lightroom is magical at removing noise that results from shooting at high ISOs. Here are a few photos of the owls. Check back later as I’ll put some more shots in my next post. The gear I used for this owl photo shoot was a Nikon D500 camera and Nikon 200-500mm f/5.6 lens.

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Hi, I am Zee. Hi, I’m Zee and I’m a natural and candid photographer based in London, United Kingdom. I have been photographing weddings for over six years now and over that time I have been lucky enough to have been invited to join hundreds of couples, their families, and friends on their wedding days. I love capturing real, authentic moments that tell a story and reflect the true essence of my subjects. My approach is all about creating a comfortable and relaxed atmosphere where my clients can be themselves and let their personalities shine through. I believe that the best photos come from spontaneous, unscripted moments, and I’m always on the lookout for those genuine interactions that make each session unique. Whether I’m photographing a wedding, a family, or an individual portrait, my goal is always the same: to create images that evoke emotion and capture the beauty of the moment. I’m passionate about my work and I take pride in creating photos that my clients will treasure for a lifetime. When I’m not behind the camera, you can find me spending time outdoors, exploring new places, or simply enjoying the company of my family and friends. I love connecting with people and hearing their stories, and that’s what inspires me to do what I do. If you’re looking for a natural and candid photographer who will capture the essence of who you are, I’d love to hear from you. Let’s create some beautiful images together! Grab the opportunity to capture memories that you will treasure for a lifetime. The one thing you can’t replace is your memories. Don’t let them fade away from overexposure. I capture the moments that matter and relive the experience every day.

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If he wakes up, can you imagine the pain of learning that his brother is dead? Igor Bogdanoff, still in a coma, does not know that Grichka has died Eva Deschamps / December 31, 2021 Grichka Bogdanoff died this Tuesday as a result of Covid-19. His brother Igor is also in the hospital, hospitalized for the same reasons. A close friend of the twins confided in the Parisian: Igor does not know that his brother died… We announced it to you this week: Grichka Bogdanoff, one of the two star brothers of the 1980s, known for their atypical physical transformation and their controversial scientific works, died Tuesday at the age of 72 in a Parisian hospital. In the wake, we learned that his twin brother, Igor Bogdanoff, was also hospitalized for the same reasons. According to a relative, he would be in a coma. Three-four days ago, I learned that he was still in a coma, said Luc Ferry, worrying for Igor, who is therefore not aware that his brother has died if he wakes up, you can imagine the pain of learning that his brother is dead? It's unmanageable, he told Le Parisien. This close friend of the twins made other revelations about Igor and Grichka, especially about the vaccination and the mystery surrounding their disproportionate chin: Being very athletic, without an ounce of fat, they believed that the vaccine was more dangerous. They never got sick. Even their chin, it's not a disease. It was just botox, they told me. Except that at 72, the immune system is not as good as it used to be. What stupidity, but what stupidity! Grichka was a character out of the world, singular, but anything but a villain, said the former Minister of Youth, National Education and Research of France.

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Who among our public servants will emit the brightest light and shine on Saturday night, February 28 at University of the Philippines Theater, Diliman, Quezon City? This is the big question as outstanding local government officials and employees from different branches of the government will be honored and dignified on the very first “GAWAD SULO NG BAYAN 2015 SA KALAKHANG MAYNILA-SEKTOR NG PAMAHALAAN”. The GAWAD SULO NG BAYAN is an award-giving activity that aims to dignify individuals and organizations whose contributions made a tremendous positive impact to the society and helped improve the lives of many thru education, livelihood, health, social and humanitarian services, and people empowerment. Organized by a group of professionals from the creative industry known as Golden Torch Creative Consultants Association, Inc. (Golden Torch CCA, Inc.), GAWAD SULO NG BAYAN is a one of a kind search for individuals, institutions and organizations that serve as “lights in the darkness”. “The mission of Golden Torch is to search for role models who will inspire others to serve the people more. Just like a ‘sulo’ which is normally being used in dark farthest mountains, forests and islands, the GAWAD SULO NG BAYAN awardees must provide brightness and bring hope, especially during times of calamities, disasters, crises and struggles when darkness and hopelessness embed among the people and the society,” said Mr. Danny B. Mangahas, chairman/president of the Golden Torch CCA, Inc. The GAWAD SULO NG BAYAN is a year-long activity and is set up to award outstanding individuals and groups from four different sectors – the 1) government, 2) business/corporate, 3) non-government institutions, 4) entertainment and mass media. Among top nominees in the Metro Manila leg are Mayors Herbert M. Bautista (Quezon City) and Benhur Abalos, Jr. (Mandaluyong City) for the “PINAKAMAHUSAY NA PUNONG-LUNGSOD” category while Quezon City’s Vice Mayor Joy Belmonte is a sure win as a lone final nominee for “PINAKAMAHUSAY NA PANGALAWANG PUNONG-LUNGSOD” category. Quezon City, Valenzuela, Manila, Mandaluyong, Pasay and Pasig are the nominees for “PINAKAMAHUSAY NA LUNGSOD” category. Vice President Jejomar Binay, Public Attorney’s Office chief Atty. Persida Acosta, and former Chief Justice Renato Corona, will be the recipients of “GININTUANG SULO NG BAYAN” which is the highest distinction award to be given by the award-giving body. Special awardees include United Nations Ambassador Gion Villamor Gounet, Engr. Jun Lozada, Sonshine Media Network International and broadcaster Ms. Kaye Dacer of DZMM-ABS CBN.

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White House Author Military Acceptance Project The Military Acceptance Project (MAP) promotes acceptance of all service members, veterans and their families through enlightenment, empowerment and service. The organization was founded by graduate students at the University of Southern California’s School of Social Work, San Diego Academic Center in April of 2011. As service members, combat veterans, military family members and active supporters of the military, MAP’s founders believe that all people who willingly support and defend the Constitution of the United States deserve to feel accepted and be treated equally in their daily lives. The MAP team facilitates dialogue-based acceptance training within the community, conducts virtual support groups and connects service members with pro bono mental health providers. MAP’s long-term goal is to host discussions in communities and businesses across the nation about acceptance and its role in making organizations stronger.

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“Second day off Effexor [sic] & on Viibryd here. Brain zaps are fun. And by fun, I mean horrendous & miserable,” a woman named Rachel tweets about her antidepressants. Although this kind of post on social media does not resemble a traditional adverse drug reaction (ADR) report, pharmacovigilance experts are investigating whether this type of public information on Twitter, Facebook and on patient forums or blogs, might help regulators and pharmaceutical companies monitor the safety profile of medicines. Rachel’s tweet, for example, might form a report of paraesthesia, a withdrawal symptom of Efexor. Up to 90% of side effects to drugs are not reported, according to some estimates. “Adverse drug reactions (ADRs) are grossly under reported by everyone, including healthcare professionals, but particularly so by patients,” says David Lewis, head of global safety at Novartis, who is co-ordinating the involvement of pharmaceutical companies in a €2.3m three-year public-private project called Web-RADR (Recognising Adverse Drug Reactions). Mining data from social media gives us a greater chance of capturing ADRs that a patient wouldn’t necessarily complain about to their doctor or nurse Data from the European Medicines Agency (EMA) indicate that patients are not reporting side effects adequately through official channels and several regulators are exploring the possibility of making use of the abundant information swirling around social networks. “Mining data from social media gives us a greater chance of capturing ADRs that a patient wouldn’t necessarily complain about to their doctor or nurse. Physicians are great at diagnosing illnesses and noting objective signs, but patients are great at reporting subjective reactions and feelings,” says Lewis. “For example, a psychiatrist can’t see suicidal ideation as an ADR while a patient can describe it perfectly.” Trawling social media for drug safety information or even, potentially, drug efficacy data, however, throws up important questions about the legal and ethical responsibilities of companies and regulators alike, such as who should use these data and what approach can be taken with patients who post online. That’s besides overcoming the technical challenges in turning large volumes of unstructured and often low-quality data into useful information. In 1997, a man living with HIV in the United States started to report the strange shape of his abdomen after taking a new antiviral. “My belly button went from an inny to an outy,” he said. His words were not written in a personal diary, but on a patient internet forum. This is an early example of a patient making a report about a drug side effect using social media, says François Houÿez, director of treatment information and access at Eurordis, a group involved in Web-RADR that represents patients with rare diseases. Soon, other patients in the United States and Europe taking the same drug, indinavir (Crixivan), published similar posts on the Crix Belly forum, a prototype discussion board. The side effect reported on “Crix Belly” became known as lipodystrophy syndrome, which is associated with taking antiretrovirals to treat HIV infection. The problem had not been spotted earlier because clinical trials ran for 48 weeks, and the syndrome does not develop until after 48 weeks of therapy. “Because of the patient reports, drug regulators in Europe and the United States alerted prescribers of the risks,” says Houÿez. There are indications that social media can be used to find leads to possible adverse reactions, but it is still early days in realising it as a proven method. Epidemico, a small US company, a subsidiary of Booz Allen Hamilton, is developing algorithms to pick up side effects from social media as part of the Web-RADR project. It is also working on a similar two-year pilot study with the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which is one year in. Epidemico uses its Med-WatcherSocial platform [demonstration website] to look for possible ADRs from social media posts for some 1,400 drugs. A 2014 study, funded by the FDA and involving Epidemico, examined 6.9 million Twitter posts and found 4,401 tweets that resembled an ADR. When compared with data held by the FDA, the study found a high concordance between the data across organ classes (see ‘Monitoring drug safety using Twitter’). Monitoring drug safety using Twitter Source: Drug Safety 2014;37:343-350. In another social media project that involved Novartis, a team of researchers trawled 250,000 social media posts for 250 medicines in the EU. It found 12,000 posts that could be a possible ADR report, which were whittled down to 1,500 ADR reports. For the past three years, Epidemico has also been tracking mention of all new medicines on social media, and claims there is a high concordance between informal adverse reaction reports made on social media and those reported in clinical trials. Epidemico says it has also picked up some new information on social media posts on Biogen’s oral multiple sclerosis drug, Tecfidera (dimethyl fumarate), and herpes skin infections, data of which it presented at a conference in January 2014. “Other oral MS drugs like Gilenya had two people die [from herpes infections] in clinical trials and have [a]… warning to vaccinate patients against chicken pox [caused by the herpes virus varicella-zoster virus] before taking the medicine. But Tecfidera did not have that warning because no cases had been reported and encountered in the clinical trials, ″ says Nabarun Dasgupta, co-founder of Epidemico. In the past few weeks, it has also noticed social media posts on Tecfidera and oral thrush. If we could advise the patient taking a steroid earlier about these food cravings we could possibly avoid the weight gain in the first place When Epidemico studied the synthetic glucocorticoid prednisolone and prednisone, patients taking it commented on social media that they had food cravings and were “feeling starved all the time”, while the traditional regulator’s database had noted “weight gain”. “If we could advise the patient taking a steroid earlier about these food cravings we could possibly avoid the weight gain in the first place,″ says Lewis. “I suspect the project will find other patient tolerance issues that are not reported to doctors. The project hopes to augment traditional ADR reporting.” Other companies are also analysing social media to find potential drug safety signals, for example, Treato, a company based in Israel, and IMS Health, which is based in the United States. “We have seen that the earliest references to problems such as adverse events and drug interactions appear in patients’ online conversations,″ says Ido Hadari, chief executive officer of Treato, which was set up in 2007. The company offers a reporting tool so that organisations can log these ADRs and its website allows patients to search for information that has been collated about particular drugs. “Our overall goal is early drug signal detection and improved patient outcomes,” says Hadari. IMS Health has been analysing social media since 2013, when it acquired Semantelli, a social media analytics company, which was founded in 2009 in Bridgewater, New Jersey. “We have picked up new signals on many prescription and over-the-counter drugs,” says Siva Nadarajah, general manager of social media at IMS Health. “More importantly, we have picked up signals on efficacy about drugs that are not available through traditional sources, as ADR reporting rarely captures ineffectiveness of a drug.” IMS Health sells its technology to pharmaceutical companies, which use it to track ADRs in social media and other unstructured data sources found in patient support programmes. The Web-RADR project started in September 2014 and is funded by the Innovative Medicines Initiative, which in turn is funded by the European Commission and the European Federation of Pharmaceutical Industries and Associations. The initiative involves drug regulators, pharmaceutical companies, the World Health Organization and universities. One of the main objectives of the project is to address the ethics of mining people’s posts for drug safety data. And crucially, whether people who make posts resembling an ADR should be contacted to encourage them to submit a formal ADR report. And if people are to be contacted, should this be done by drug regulators, pharmaceutical companies or a third party? Although the FDA doesn’t contact social media users as part of a formal process, Epidemico contacted dozens of people who mentioned “ambiguous, but serious events” over one week, asking if they would mind submitting a formal report to the FDA. “[It] was fairly positive in terms of ‘Oh wow, that is so cool that you are listening’, but a couple of people have said ‘That’s creepy’. But at the end of the day, people didn’t submit additional follow-up information,” says Dasgupta. He adds that it will take close coordination with patient advocacy groups to understand the correct way to do the follow-up. Dasgupta thinks people would feel uncomfortable if a regulator or pharmaceutical company contacted them and believes the job is best suited to a “respected, scientifically oriented and transparent third party”. But to create such a body is going to take a tremendous amount of political capital and will, he says. The Big Brother idea is out there and we need to make sure that people do not fear being under surveillance without having being informed about it Houÿez is also concerned about the perception of monitoring social media for drug information. “If the regulator contacts the person making the post, then we may see a negative reaction from the user, who may not appreciate that sort of surveillance,” he says. “The Big Brother idea is out there and we need to make sure that people do not fear being under surveillance without having being informed about it.” The most desirable outcome, says Houÿez, is for pharmacovigilance experts at the EMA to communicate information about medicines to patients. For example, if the Web-RADR project picks up a tweet resembling an ADR, it could automatically tweet a person, saying: “We are a group of pharmacovigilance experts and we have detected a possible adverse drug reaction. Please visit this website to understand why you have received this link.” Paul Bernal, a privacy expert and law lecturer at University of East Anglia, warns that contact with the social media user “can’t be made by a drug company representative as there is distrust of the industry — rightly or wrongly”. Bernal, who sits on the advisory board of the Open Rights Group, which raises awareness about digital rights abuses and threats, adds that if contact is made with the post-maker by an independent pharmacologist or the drug regulator and it is clear it is to help collect information about the safety of drugs “then it should be OK”. The jury is out on who will do the contacting, if at all, according to Mick Foy, group manager of the vigilance, intelligence and research group at the UK’s regulator the Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency and project manager of Web-RADR. He says that the pharmaceutical industry has its own concerns about having to contact patients. “Some don’t want to be seen as marketing. And what are the implications once they have engaged with a patient? It is very difficult in an ADR scenario because you don’t know first hand the medical history of that person [and] whether they have spoken to their doctor.” Lewis, from Novartis, points out that pharmaceutical companies are not allowed to make contact with patients without seeking permission from the patient and prescriber first. “Even then, it could be perceived as Big Pharma pursuing a patient… I am not sure that it should necessarily be the company [that contacts a patient].” While the concept is legal, this becomes irrelevant if certain aspects of it upset people Bernal has concerns that trawled data might be used for purposes other than identifying side effects. For instance, companies could ward off news stories on side effects if they learn about an adverse reaction before the regulator. He also believes that if people feel their posts are being monitored, they could be less forthcoming in talking about side effects. “While the concept is legal, this becomes irrelevant if certain aspects of it upset people,” he says. “The project needs to talk to people first and get the online community on board for it to work. If drug companies are going to do something dodgy, then we may get less information from patients about side effects [rather than more].” IMS Health contacts patients via social media to ask them to fill in a formal ADR report and says that the response is relatively high if the ADR is reported on a company-sponsored social media channel, such as a sponsored patient community on Facebook or Twitter. “We also have a trusted Facebook application to obtain the information in a more structured way,” says Nadarajah. Treato is not currently contacting social media users. Ethics aside, there are privacy and data protection issues to consider. Data protection laws in the UK and the European Union do potentially allow the use of personal data on social media for statistical and scientific purposes, says Jon Baines, chairman of the National Association of Data Protection Officers, as long as it is not used to make decisions about individuals. “If the data derived from this activity is anonymised, it should be OK,” he says. But the idea of contacting someone following a tweet raises interesting questions for Baines. “For instance, would reliance on the exemption from data protection law for those statistical and scientific purposes be undermined?” he says. “And if public authorities are involved, and they are regularly monitoring specific social media accounts without individuals’ knowledge, then that could potentially be seen as direct surveillance engaging human rights law.” Foy argues that, if you’ve put your social media in a public space, it’s fair game and anyone can look at it. “I think everyone knows social media is trawled for a whole host of reasons, including marketing, security, etc. I don’t have any concerns about our ability — ethically or data protection wise — to mine the data and observe what is happening,” he says. “The concerns that need to be addressed are around a two-way engagement process. That is what the [Web-RADR] project will look at.” Under European Union pharmacovigilance rules, there is no obligation on companies to monitor social media. However, if they look and find side effects, they must report them to regulators. Companies are legally obliged to monitor for side effects on websites or Facebook pages that they are responsible for or sponsor. Currently, some companies are actively engaged with social media and others are not looking for fear of having to report something they might find that is of little value. There are signs that social media is proving more useful for signal detection rather than signal assessment, which has a slightly higher bar. “When you have a signal, then you can investigate it, you look at the literature, you do observational studies,” says Foy. The Web-RADR project is expected to trawl for around 12 drugs, new and old, but the actual number of drugs is still to be agreed. There are some major challenges to overcome in turning large volumes of unstructured and often low-quality data into information that can be used for signal detection, such as natural language processing, and the detection of duplicates, false positives and fraudulent posts. Extracting the drug name will be a challenge. For example, “Rachel” misspelt one of the antidepressants in her tweet. But even more difficult will be converting the social media vernacular of an adverse event into something pharmaceutical scientists understand. If you do not have a sophisticated natural language processing system it will actually pull in a lot of information that is noise A human curation step will take out false positives and the internet vernacular will be translated into the international medical dictionary, MeDRA (Medical Dictionary for Regulatory Activities) coding. “We have created a large dictionary that has slang terms, hashtags, jargon and it matches these to the corresponding medical term in MeDRA,” says Epidemico’s Dasgupta. “If you do not have a sophisticated natural language processing system it will actually pull in a lot of information that is noise. [We must ensure] we are not counting too many or too little,” says John van Stekelenborg, director of lead methods and analysis at Johnson & Johnson global medical safety, who is also involved in the Web-RADR project. Lewis adds: “Companies are a little worried about what the project finds if it loosely trawls for data”. A separate algorithm will be developed with the help of the World Health Organization’s Uppsala Monitoring Centre (UMC) to identify potential duplicates in the Web-RADR mining tools. “So if you tweet something and I retweet it, we are not counting it [twice]. If you tweet something, then Facebook it as well and put it in a blog as well, this is where the UMC algorithm will hope to pick it up so we are not counting that as three posts,” says Foy. Once data from social media posts are captured by the Web-RADR data mining tools, they will be analysed by the regulator (EMA) and drug companies in the consortium to decide how they will be used. Who owns the data has still to be worked out. As a patient group, Eurordis advocates that all data from social media is added to the EU’s pharmacoviligance ADR database, EudraVigilance, which is freely accessible to patients and researchers, to aid signal detection. “The pharmaceutical industry needs to trust the system is accurate, but there could be mistakes and duplicates. The algorithms used to capture the data need to be well-defined and the industry needs to be confident with them. Eurordis would not favour a system where the industry received the ADR data solely,” says Houÿez. Van Stekelenborg is adamant that monitoring social media won’t supplant the traditional ADR reporting systems. “We have various tools at our disposal, such as clinical trials, post-marketing spontaneous reporting and patient registries that can monitor safety, so this would be one additional tool in the toolbox,” he says, adding: “It remains to be seen what the value of social media is in this field.” Freifeld CC, Brownstein JS, Menone CM et al. 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You’ve neatly arranged your groceries in the back of your car but, on the drive home, you brake suddenly to avoid a pedestrian who has walked into your path. That’s when you hear it — your grocery bags sliding, jars and cans bumping together. You have just experienced a load shift! Now consider a 40-ton truck carrying an order of, let’s say, pizza boxes for our example, over 700 miles of road. A tight turn or a sudden brake may send those neatly stacked and banded bundles of pizza boxes sailing around inside of the truck (hello, again, load shift). When the truck is opened at the final destination, our pizza shop may not have the resources to reorganize those boxes in a way that’s convenient for them to store and use. But the driver has done his or her job beautifully; the shipment has arrived on time and everything can be accounted for. Our pizza shop could get their staff to rearrange everything, but then they’re not serving customers, and you didn’t plan on adding hours to everyone’s shifts to cover fixing this problem. Plus, what does your staff know about managing load shift and load recovery projects efficiently? Another company may offer to drive the load back to the point of origin to manage the load shift and try again requiring 1,400 more miles of driving, equaling 22+ driver hours, and 3+ days so as to abide by Federal Hours of Service Regulations. Safeway Logistics has a much better option. Safeway Logistics maintains over 600 warehouses across the United States. Our roots are in residential moving. As a result, we have warehouses and load management teams all over the country. If people are nearby, we have warehouses — with trucks and fresh drivers already on-site — there to serve them. So where another vendor might only be able to offer you luck fixing a shifted load on your own, Safeway Logistics can offer you a quick-turnaround performed by an experienced team who will: - Take pictures documenting the shifted load. - Assess the situation and design an action plan. - Organize, clean, reband, restack, repalletize and reload your goods. - Provide a new delivery schedule. We vet our drivers carefully and we are confident that every driver in our talent network follows best practices and does everything in their power to prevent load shifting, but safety is also our number one concern. By driving safely, and in the normal course of over the road travel, shifting sometimes occurs. Just one of the many ways Safeway Logistics stands apart from others in our space is that we have a service at the ready that ensures these occurrences don’t derail your schedule, and won’t blast your budget. We’ve saved customers, on average, more than $1,000 with these services just by being there locally with a plan in place and a team that knows exactly what to do. Want to know more about our Load Shift and Load Recovery Services?

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Who remembers our girl Cherish. Rescued emaciated and on the brink of death? We posted a pic of her adoption a couple of weeks ago and recently received this picture update. A picture tells a thousand words. Night, night Cherish, you have hit the jackpot! So happy for our girl. Thank you Steve and Sue for giving her such a wonderful home full of the love she deserves.

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If you’re feeling burdened or have entered a time in your life when counseling may be helpful, Sharon Mayo Counseling Services is ready to sit down and talk through things with you. From the recent loss of a loved one, to uncertainty about the future, to uncomfortable thoughts and feelings, I’m ready to listen and help you make sense of the things you’re dealing with. Let’s Start a Conversation I’ve been helping people like yourself for more than 30 years, and I know how alone and uncertain you may feel in your current situation. I’m here to tell you, you don’t have to live another day feeling this way. Schedule a counseling session with me today and start your search for clarity and wellness.

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On a dark and stormy night, as lightning crackled through the sky, we flipped the switch on an issue that was comprised of the best Frankensteined-together cars we could find. As our lightning rod took a direct hit, the printers started whirring and spit out our finest creation: The Frankenstein issue – just in time for Halloween! When we say this issue is made up of the good stuff, we mean it. We’ve been scouting builds for months to find the best components, and we think we’ve achieved our goal – I mean, have you seen that cover? Sitting pretty on the front is Austin Barnett’s wide WRX, but something is a little different. I think it might have something to do with the red RB26 and turbo exhaust pipes sticking out of the hood-less bay. We asked Barnett about how this all came about and how he got the job done, so take a peek at his feature further in to learn more. Also checking all of the right boxes in terms of “you put what where?” are our other two feature vehicles. One is Phil Blottie’s twisted Datsun 510. Running the rat rod look on freshly rebuilt BBS RS wheels is quite the contrast, but once you figure out that the noises coming from this thing are from a 13B rotary, you’ll start looking even closer to see what else he’s swapped around (hint: it’s a lot). The other is an R34 sedan out of New Zealand, courtesy of Peter Kelly’s scouting skills. Immediately, you’ll notice that the wheels are from an R35 GT-R, but when you take a look inside, the upholstery is Mitsubishi, and the powerplant is Toyota. This is a fantastically unique build that needs to be gone over with a fine-toothed comb to know every single detail. We’ve done that for you, so you just need to flip some pages. As always, we deliver the new products you look for in every issue, as well as some hot topics from around the industry. Our freelance army of show contributors has wrangled in some quality show coverage as well, this time with SPOCOM Anaheim and Importfest 2017, and there’s also tested audio goodies, plus even more bonus content inside, so I won’t take up any more of your time. Thanks for picking us up. Now, go do something “mad-science-y!” Here's a list of what's featured inside issue #145: Hot Topics / Trending Event Spotter's Guide Importfest - Toronto, ON Spocom: Super Show - Anaheim, CA Tuner Battlegrounds #TBGLIVE Features/Winners Kevin Nguyen - 1991 Nissan Skyline Luis Torres - 2003 Acura RSX Josh Gonzales - 2004 Nissan 350Z Henry Vela - 1997 Honda Civic Joey Valenti - 2008 Honda Civic Si Jonathan Togans - 1994 Mazda RX-7 Billetworkz RB26DET Subaru WRX JZ-swapped Nissan R34 Sedan Twisted Datsun 510 Sony XAV-AX200 Head-Unit Pioneer AVH-3300NEX Head-Unit PASMAG Preferred Dealers/Shops Shop/Team Spotlight: Outcast Garage October/November 2017 Event Listing Spot10 - Spot The Difference Available on newsstands Q1 October 2017.

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I am purring lots for William and his family. precious Tiny Boy. Mom's heart is just breaking. Thank you, dear friend. ♥ Very very sad. William was also Diamond's friend. My Mum is shedding tears. We are sad to hear the news about William. He will be missed by so many. Thank you for that link. You're a good friend to so many. Purrs, Seville. That's sure sad, we've know William for a long time. Sending soft purring to William's fameowlyxox

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Erie County District Attorney John Flynn says he will be stepping down from his post on March 31 to join the law firm Lippes Mathias. Flynn, who became DA in 2017, said he believes no one should serve more than two terms in office, which is one of the reasons as to why he is making this move. Flynn says he hopes he made a mark on Western New York during his tenure. "I felt for the past seven years that it was my responsibility to let everyone know what is going on, and to be transparent, and to help foster a sense of security in the community and that is what this is all about. It is about public safety,” he said. “I think I have been successful with that in the past seven years and I hope that is my legacy." Erie County First Deputy District Attorney Michael Keane will temporarily take over for Flynn.

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Brown trout are one of the most popular trout species worldwide, and can be found in many parts of the US. If you plan on fishing for brown trout, the first step is to find waters that hold brown trout. Check your state’s fisheries website for information on this subject. Trout is a highly regulated species and you should have no problem finding detailed information on what you can and cannot fish for. Check out our state by state fishing license tool to see what licenses you need and what rules you need to follow for trout in your state. Finding Brown Trout in Streams & Rivers In streams and rivers, begin your search looking for deep water. Some stretches may be too shallow to host any fish, yet alone a bigger brown. Look for the sections that aren’t easy to maneuver around because of the amount of water. If it looks too deep to wade—great. In sections that vary in depth, it’s often easier to locate these deeper spots where the brown trout may be hiding However, larger rivers often maintain vast sections of deeper depths. If this is the case, you should focus on finding structure within these sections and fishing the areas without structure more thoroughly from top to bottom. Brown trout love structure, especially the larger ones who rely on it for staging and ambushing prey. Look for anything that breaks the current and forces the stream to move around it. Brown trout love to hide behind these structures—whatever they may be, such as rocks, trees, islands, bridge pilings, etc. Trout face into the current, so we recommend sneaking from behind to give you a good chance of getting close enough without it seeing you. For this reason, we recommend that you fish rivers and streams moving upstream. Likewise, cast upstream and retrieve your lure downstream. Prey that is an easy meal will rarely have the power to swim upstream. It is much more natural and effective to have the bait present itself moving with the current, passing right through where a brown is staging. Finding Brown Trout in Lakes & Ponds Brown trout can be found in healthy supply within many lakes throughout the country. These are typically stocked and you can often find them within 300 yards from shore. Usually open water brown trout are on the move in search of comfortable water conditions and bait. Water temperature in the 50s and low 60s is ideal, but not an exact science, especially in seasonal transition periods. During thaw-out in the spring, for example, the surface temperature will be warm enough in some shallow areas to attract bait, which can draw in hungry brown trout from deeper water. Under average conditions without ice, focus on fishing for brown trout in 20-40 ft of water. Locating structure at these depths such as sunken timber, rock piles, boulders, etc. can really hone you in and put you on trout. For a deeper dive, check out trout fishing in ponds and lakes. Brown Trout Rod & Reel When it comes to preparing your gear for browns, it’s important to note that trout, especially wary brown trout, have keen eyesight and are very aware of their environment. If you plan on brown trout fishing in smaller streams and lakes, we recommend using 6lb test monofilament. Bigger browns tend to frequent nutrient fresh lakes. In bigger bodies of water, step up to 8lb test monofilament. Fishermen that specialize in trout fishing usually have specialized rods and reels; however, a simple multi-species rod and reel is a perfect rod for starting. It will let you target small and large brown trout as well as the other trout species such as rainbow trout. In general, you want a 35 (3500) size reel with a medium to medium light rod. Brown Trout Bait If you haven’t checked your state’s trout regulations and haven’t figured out where you’re fishing, do so before purchasing your baits. Many bodies of water have their own special regulations on baits. Many bodies of water in the western states prohibit live bait while many in the Midwest and East Coast allow it. Furthermore, some bodies of water maintain selective gear rules that restrict barbed hooks, treble hooks, multiple hooks etc. Different areas have different regulations. A single stream or river can have different regulations in different sections. You’ll need to distinguish the meaning of signs such as “Delayed Harvest”, “Artificial Lures Only”, and “Stocked Trout Waters” that can all be found along just one stream or river. The single best bait for brown trout fishing is arguably the earth worm. Dig up some dirt and see what you can find. Put it on a single or treble #8-12 hook, add split shot 1-2ft above the hook, and that’s as simple as trout fishing gets. If you aren’t close to a tackle shop and don’t feel like digging, check out our friends at Speedy Worm to order your bait overnight. Minnows, leeches, wax worms and crickets work as well. If the browns aren’t feeding off the bottom, rig up a trout slip float rig and try working your live bait in the middle and upper portions of the water column. Working Live Bait for Browns In areas with current, cast upstream and let it drift with the current as naturally as possible as if the bait drifted on its own. As you feel the split shot hit the bottom, it is your job to lift the rod tip up to keep it from getting stuck in between the rocks. The goal is to bounce on and off the bottom and let the current push the bait in a smooth, continuous drift. Once it’s downstream, or drifts past the spot your fishing, reel it in and repeat the drift. Since you’re letting the bait drift naturally, it’ll often take (many) multiple casts to get the bait to drift exactly how you want it to. A brown trout will notice something is wrong if your bait moves unnaturally in the water. Letting the bobber drift with current, or with wind on a lake, is much easier. However, bobbers can spook trout. There are always trade offs when it comes to trout fishing. While brown trout are very susceptible to live worms, artificial plastic worms work very well too. On an aggressive bite, you can work them more efficiently and actually catch more fish than with live bait. When it comes to trout lures, inline spinners and 3”-5” crankbaits work very well brown trout fishing. While bright patterns can work, brown trout often favor simple, primary colors and patterns. Choose blacks to mimic leeches, whites/silvers to mimic baitfish, and browns to mimic the common sculpin and some insects. For inline spinners, plain gold is a classic color for good reason—it works very well. 1/8oz and 1/4oz are good sizes. For crankbaits, use a silver suspending crank bait in silver that can twitch in the water column while the current drifts it. 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Into the Storm, the latest film from director Steven Quale (Aliens of the Deep, Final Destination 5), becomes such an incredibly cheesy affair that I half expected to hear Sam Cooke singing "Twistin' the Night Away" at some point during the film. Fortunately, that doesn't happen but for a film that so vividly and powerfully captures the true torment of a twister, or in this case multiple twisters, there's far too much of the time when Into the Night is more giggle inducing than chilling or thrilling. Penned by John Swetnam, also responsible for last year's Evidence and this month's latest journey with the Step Up dancers, Into the Storm is somehow credited as an original screenplay yet bears an amazing resemblance to a certain Jan DeBont film from a few years back that hard vastly inferior special effects yet a more involving story and vastly superior performances featuring the likes of Helen Hunt, Bill Paxton, and a younger Philip Seymour Hoffman. This film really doesn't have familiar names, though certainly some will recognize Richard Armitage from his performances as Thorin Oakenshield in the Hobbit films and even Sarah Wayne Callies from The Walking Dead. For the most part, these are unfamiliar folks who don't get much more familiar over the course of the film, a fact that manifests to the detriment of the film's effectiveness as the twisters become more and more harrowing. The film kicks off with the Titus Team, a not so merry band of storm chasers who've been in a bit of a dry spell and haven't even spotted an actual twister for the better part of a year. Helmed by showman Pete (Matt Walsh), whose fierce determination to get an "eye of the storm" shot for his planned documentary often comes at the expense of his humanity, the Titus Team is so named because they go around in what is billed as a tornado proof vehicle that can anchor itself into the Earth and withstand winds of up to 170 mph. Um, yeah. I guess we don't know that's going to be tested, eh? The team's main conflict comes in the form of Pete's general trust of his gut instinct and how often that conflicts with the data-driven opinions of the team's lead scientist, Allison (Sarah Wayne Callies). When what is appearing to be a massive storm is spotted heading into a multi-state region that includes Oklahoma, Pete and Allison fuss and fight for a few minutes before heading off to hopefully be in place when the storm arrives in the town of Silverton, a town where the local high school is getting ready to have its outdoor high school graduation. We meet up with Gary (Richard Armitage), the no nonsense father of Donnie (Max Deacon) and Trey (Nathan Kress), all of whom have created enough family tension to start their own psychological tornado of sorts. The two siblings are scheduled to be videographers for the afternoon's festivities, but Donnie gets distracted by longtime crush Kaitlyn (Alycia Debnam Carey), whom he promises to help re-shoot a video project she's epically failed at producing. Of course, the two end up isolated within a long abandoned factory that will put their lives in jeopardy and cause the previously distant father to realize his unwavering love for his kiddoes has no limits. Did I mention there are twisters? Actually, as someone who lives in Indiana and has experienced my own share of twisters I found myself thinking on more than one occasion that if you've actually ever had a traumatic tornado experience then this is a film that could potentially be traumatizing. Technology has changed a lot in the last few years and, quite clearly, Quale hasn't spared any expense in creating some pretty magnificent looking twisters doing incredibly major damage. As the story goes, and as is readily obvious from the film's trailers, the massive storm that hits Silverton spawns not one or two or three but multiple twisters that often simultaneously appear and wreak havoc while pretty much destroying the entire town. While I found myself tempted to truly trash the poorly written story with cringe-inducing dialogue, the simple truth is that there are things to admire about Into the Storm even if it is a bit sad that nearly all of the things involve the film's technology rather than the story, acting, performances, or characters. While the film is an obvious cousin to Twister, it also bears a mighty strong resemblance to the Blair Witch Project and its found footage, shaky camera, and awkwardly confessional style. I mean, I swear I never want to hear the words "I love you so much" again. The film gets comic relief from a couple of local yokels named Donk (Kyle Davis) and Reevis (Jon Reep), two wannabe internet stars whom I'm guessing can't even spell stars. The two spend most of their time early on filming Jackass style stunts before becoming consumed with chasing the storms in the most ridiculous of ways. There are moments in Into the Storm when it reminded me of the 70's action/adventure flicks like Earthquake and other natural disaster flicks. In those moments, it is actually a decently involving film even if the dialogue does repeatedly sabotage it. It should be noted that Into the Storm is a PG-13 rated film, so while it definitely shows the power of mass destruction it does so for the most part in a way that is less graphic and less jarring than you might expect. The film feels, whether it is or not, just realistic enough that it grips you even with a weak script and dialogue. While it's hard not to wonder if Quale is grasping for some sort of dialogue on environmental issues given the immensity and larger than life nature of these storms, for the most part Into the Storm is simply about life inside these storms and the sheer power of that experience. Not surprisingly, there are scenes that don't quite resonate. For example, the town is portrayed throughout much of the film as a rather small town yet there's a scene involving an airport that leaves you completely surprised because it just feels completely out of place amongst the surrounding farm land. Additionally, there are times that we'll be hearing how everything's dead only to hear newscasts going on in the background. The list goes on. The performances in Into the Storm are mostly of the serviceable variety, with only Richard Armitage and Sarah Wayne Callies having any genuinely involving moments. Armitage, a British actor trying his darndest with an American accident, plays a more stoic and serious figure than we typically see him play, while Callies for the most part convinces as a single mom trying to balance her job with the fact that her five-year-old daughter is at home missing her mommy. Into the Storm doesn't quite deserve a recommendation, though if all you're looking for is a truly intense natural disaster flick then it should more than meet your needs. The film is an immensely flawed yet still occasionally involving film with remarkable special effects, minus a couple of cheesier scenes, and a disturbing look at what is a real life experience for many folks who've lived through twisters. The film opens in theaters nationwide on August 8th. © Written by Richard Propes The Independent Critic

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Hustle is about a talented foreign basketball player named Bo Cruz who wants to play in the NBA. This has led many people to wonder if Bo Cruz is a real person and who Hustle is based on. Adam Sandler plays Stanley Sugerman, a scout for the Philadelphia 76ers, in the 2022 Netflix original movie. Adam Sandler’s role as the main character in Hustle was a big draw for audiences, but Stanley’s story is all about how he found Bo Cruz and how hard it was to get him picked up by an NBA team. Is Bo Cruz real, though? Even though Hustle is not based on a true story, its cast makes it hard to tell what is real and what is made up. Several NBA stars, like Shaquille O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Dirk Nowitzki, Trae Young, and Luka Doni, play themselves in the movie Hustle. Other NBA stars, like Anthony Edwards and Kenny Smith, play characters made for the movie. This includes talented foreign prospect Bo Cruz, who is not a real NBA player. Bo Cruz, on the other hand, is played by a real actor called Juancho Hernangómez. It’s Juancho’s first time acting, which might surprise some people, and the job makes him a bigger part of the NBA world. This Article Include Who is Bo Cruz? Bo Cruz is not a real basketball player. Taylor Materne and Will Fetters made up the character. His story is not founded on actual events, but his basketball abilities are genuine. Juancho Hernangomez, an NBA player and Spanish international, played Bo Cruz. He is signed with the Toronto Raptors right now, but he has played for a number of other NBA teams in the past. Juancho Hernangómez was born in Spain in 1995. In 2012, when he was 17, he signed a deal with CB Estudiantes to play professional basketball. Juancho Hernangomez, who starred in the movie “Hustle,” was picked 15th overall by the Denver Nuggets in the 2016 NBA Draft. He was the 15th pick in the first round. During his three-and-a-half seasons with the team, he played in 191 games and started 37 of them. He was a useful role player for the team. After the Nuggets moved him, Hernangomez played for the Minnesota Timberwolves, Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs, and Utah Jazz for shorter amounts of time, in the summer of 2022. You Can Also Take A Look At Other Celebrity News We Have Covered: - “JJK1 is coming”: Jungkook is “preparing something fun” for the 2023 Festa Event, BTS’ RM teases - Who Is Lysa Terkeurst Boyfriend? - Pooh Shiesty Release Date From Prison – Why Did He Go To Jail? - Who Is Relly B Boyfriend? How did Juancho Hernangomez became Bo Cruz? Juancho Hernangomez secured the role of Bo Cruz, his debut acting endeavor, through a remarkable performance. How did Hernangomez successfully audition for the role? During an interview with Basket News, Hernangomez disclosed that he actively submitted an audition tape and persevered through a rigorous three-month casting process. Due to the prevailing COVID-19 pandemic, he found himself with ample free time and opted to explore the realm of acting. “I have never expected to be in a movie,” Hernangomez said. “I never dreamt be an actor. When the pandemic hit, I was at my brother’s place in Charlotte, when he was still playing there. With our sister, were so bored. I guess everybody of us felt the same: being at home, doing nothing.” As we said above, Hernangomez currently has no upcoming acting projects in line. He is actively prioritizing his NBA career, currently playing for the Toronto Raptors after signing a one-year deal with them in the offseason. Additionally, he recently showcased his skills in the EuroBasket tournament, playing a vital role in Spain’s victorious campaign. The Entire Hernangómez Family Are Basketball Pros Juancho Hernangómez’s family possesses a remarkable story that could easily inspire a captivating film. Willy Hernangómez, the seasoned NBA player known for his role in the movie Hustle, currently showcases his skills with the New Orleans Pelicans. Adding to the family’s athletic prowess, their father, Guillermo Hernangómez Heredero, made his mark in the basketball world by playing for esteemed teams such as Real Madrid and Estudiantes in Spain. Margarita Geuer Draeger, the mother of the protagonist, actively contributed to the tradition as she played with the Spanish international team in the 1990s. Additionally, the protagonist’s younger sister is presently showcasing her skills in Estudiantes’ youth team. In contrast to Bo Cruz from Hustle, who was a street ball player discovered from outside the basketball world, Hernangómez has been immersed in the realm of professional basketball since his entire life. Stay in the know with the latest news and updates from Topmovierankings.com! Become part of our thriving social media community, where your ideas and opinions matter.

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Lee Daniels is working on his next big screen project — a horror film starring Andra Day, Glenn Close and Octavia Spencer. Daniels is set to produce, direct and write the untitled film based off of a true story. Netflix bought the rights for the film for $65 million, Variety reported Monday. The streamer beat out other studios, including MGM and Miramax in a bidding war for the upcoming project. Day has been cast as a mother in Indiana whose child has become demonically possessed. The film will also star Rob Morgan, Caleb McLaughlin (Stranger Things) and King Richard’s Aunjanue Ellis. Daniels is producing the project through his Lee Daniels Entertainment company alongside Pam Williams and Tucker Tooley. The Empire co-creator is writing the script alongside David Coggeshall and Elijah Bynum. The film is expected to start production later this year. The thriller will reunite Daniels with Day following their collaboration on The United States vs. Billie Holiday. Under his direction, Day earned an Oscar nomination and took home a Golden Globe for her role as the music legend. It was her first feature film role. Daniels’ other credits include Shadowboxer, Precious, The Butler, Concrete Cowboy, the new drama series Our Kind of People.

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DAMASCUS, April 1 (Reuters) - Iran's consulate in the Syrian capital Damascus was flattened on Monday in what Syrian and Iranian media described as an Israeli air strike, a startling apparent escalation of conflict in the Middle East that would pit Israel against Iran and its allies. A Lebanese security source, speaking to Reuters, said one of the dead was Mohammad Reza Zahedi, a senior commander in Iran's Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC). Iranian state television said several Iranian diplomats had been killed. Israel, which has repeatedly hit Iranian targets during the six-month war in Gaza, declined to comment on the incident, following its usual practice. An Israeli military spokesperson said: "We do not comment on reports in the foreign media."

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Back in 1967 when Kathrine Switzer lined up on the start line of the Boston Marathon, women were not considered capable of running long distances. It was felt they were too delicate and their wombs might fall out or they might ‘grow a moustache’ if they took part in hard core events that were very much the domain of men. Fast forward fifty years and 45% of the Boston 2017 marathon starters were female. That’s a huge leap; the myth that women can’t run marathons has been well and truly busted. There are however many myths that still remain and act as barriers to the participation in and enjoyment of running. Here are a few that we still need to dissolve: 1. Running is bad for your knees You are more likely to have problems with your joints if you lead an inactive life than if you exercise regularly. There have been lots of studies looking at knee joint health and running including one from The Baylor College of Medicine in 2014. This research found that non-elite runners, of any age, did not have a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis of the knee and that in fact, running may have a protective role. Without a strong family history of severe arthritis, current joint problems or poor biomechanics, then sensible training with adequate rest and nutrition is good for your knee. 2. You can’t run with big breasts A study published in 2015 in the Journal of Physical Activity and Health showed that for women, breasts were the fourth greatest barrier to physical activity. Breasts move in a figure-of-eight motion as you run. Heavier breasts move more than smaller ones but today’s sports bras are cleverly designed to minimise the amount of breast movement in all directions. A well fitted sports bra will reduce movement, decrease breast pain and support the framework of ligaments called Cooper’s ligaments which help to maintain the structure of breast tissue. If these ligaments are over stretched, then breasts can be damaged and sagging can result. Remember though that the elasticity of skin and its ability to ‘bounce back’ is largely determined by your genetics. 3. Running in pregnancy is harmful Every pregnant woman wants to do what’s best for her baby and the evidence is now clear that keeping active whilst pregnant is good for baby and mum too. It reduces the risk of important conditions like high blood pressure and diabetes of pregnancy, as well as helping to control weight gain and improve fitness, mood and sleep. In uncomplicated pregnancies, the advice is to carry on with your normal activities and that includes running. Focus on maintaining rather than increasing your fitness and be prepared to adapt your routines as your pregnancy progresses. 4. I’m too overweight to run Anyone can run. If you are overweight, then the load on your joints is increased so there are a few precautions you should take. Start with walking and build up gradually, adding in short intervals of running. Make sure you have suitable running trainers and consider starting on softer terrain like grass or trail. All runners should do strength and conditioning exercises alongside their running to help protect their joints and this is particularly important if you are overweight. Make sure you allow adequate rest days for your joints to recover and repair. Couple your exercise with a healthy eating plan to help you reduce your weight. Starting running doesn’t always lead to weight loss but you should take heart from the fact that the benefits of exercise are not just about losing weight and you will be improving your health by being active, regardless of what the weighing scales say. 5. I’m too old to run Age is not a barrier to running. Running is a powerful way to keep fit and healthy as we get older. A study from the Stanford University School of Medicine was published in the Archives of Internal Medicine in 2008. It tracked 500 runners over the age of 50 for 21 years and compared them to non-runners. It concluded that running in mid to late life is associated with reduced disability in later life and improved survival too. Runner Harriette Thompson died this year, age 94. She was the oldest woman to run a marathon and completed the San Diego Rock n Roll marathon in 2015 at age 92 years and 93 days, making her the oldest woman to ever complete a marathon, If you need inspiration today, then just look at Kathrine Switzer, now age 70 and still competing in marathons and a wonderful advocate for active ageing. Written by Dr Juliet McGrattan

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San Luis Obispo Luxury Wedding & Motherhood Alma Erika Photography is a Luxury Photography Studio based in Santa Maria, CA. Where the romantic and modern come to Embrace Your Journey with Alma Erika Photography. AEP specializes in Wedding and Motherhood Photography, where clients receive a luxury experience from start to finish. With over 12 years of experience and design incorporated into every session, owner Alma has created a photography experience where her romantic and modern style becomes cherished art. For the ROMANTIC & MODERN San Luis Obispo Country Luxury Wedding Photographer for newly engaged couples. Studio Photography & BEYOND Luxury Studio experience located in Santa Maria offers maternity, newborn, and boudoir photography. SANTA MARIA STUDIO PHOTOGRAPHER Let me tell you a little about myself; I am in love with life and everything life offers. My life revolves around being a mother (hello, #girlmom), wife, photographer, oh, and also a designer. Just wait until you see all my dresses, backdrops, and more! Photography has been a huge part of my life. I love capturing the moment, appreciating the smallest to the most significant moment. Through my lens, I am able to capture every laugh and real emotion. Time doesn't wait and we can't go back. Each moment captured is an opportunity to create art for you to hold dear to your heart. I can't wait to meet you and capture these moments for you and those you share your life with. "Thinking back to our wedding day, what I remember most was taking photos with Alma and her team and it makes me smile every time. Her thoughtfulness throughout the day will always stick with. me. Alma is a true artist and an amazing person."

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Freedom of expression and information are key in the battle to fight poverty and improve people’s lives. The availability and accessibility of information promotes transparency, ensures better governance and reduces inefficiency and corruption. Information gives people the opportunity to improve their own lives, participate in the decision making process that affect them, and hold their leaders to account. People in rural Brazil are using the Access to Information Law to help them fight for better access to, and a better quality of, water. Through the use of this law, families in Brazil’s semi-arid region can now find out about and make the most of the support that is currently available to them. They are also campaigning for better services where they are needed. 2012 and 2013 were the driest years on record in Brazil for three decades. The drought has been most severe in Brazil’s semi-arid region, where some communities have not seen rain in over a year. Official figures (IBGE 2007) show that 67% of rural families living in this semi-arid region do not have access to a general system of water distribution; 43% use wells and springs; and 24% access water in other ways, including making daily journeys to collect water from sources that frequently are not fit for human consumption. In 2011 Brazil committed to ensuring better access to water across the country. The government established the Water for All Programme, which aims to provide thousands of Brazilians with clean drinking water. Yet people still struggle to access this water. For example, in the state of Pernambuco in northeast Brazil, water supplies are limited and there are only a small number of water trucks distributing clean water to families who are struggling to cope with drought. Finding about when and where deliveries are made can make all the difference to a family struggling with the drought. Linking access to information to water Information is crucial in order to make sure that the communities most affected by drought get the help they need. ARTICLE 19 worked with local communities in Pernambuco to train them to use the Access to Information Law in order to: - Obtain information about the specific water programmes in the state - Find out how much money has been allocated to providing water and how it is being spent, including the number of water trucks in operation - Find out the results of water quality tests in the area. Alaíde Martins (52) is a farmer who lives in Sítio Solto, Triunfo – a rural part of Pernambuco. She has two grown children and works with her husband producing fruit pulps. Alaíde and her husband got involved in ARTICLE 19’s training workshop after speaking with a local community centre: “We have an agroforestry area where my husband and I work with organic products. Agriculture is very painful now. A lot has died because of the drought.” “The training involved a number of issues, about rights and duties with respect to sources of water. If we do not inform ourselves and hold the authorities to account, it becomes a forgotten matter.” Alaíde says that the training showed her how to access essential information that she would not normally know how to get hold of. In particular she was pleased to find out about the delivery of water by tanker trucks during drought periods and the results from water quality tests in the area. “I learned about the care we need to have with the water, about our duty to find out where it comes from. When a water truck arrives, we do not know where its water comes from, and whether it is water that comes for human consumption, or if it comes from a dam.” Alaíde says that a lack of information about the source of the water has been one of the biggest problems facing her community. “It is through the mouth that people get sick. If you consume unclean water, it can be harmful. Even for animals. What frightens people here in the Northeast is that the drought killed a lot of cattle. People do not usually bury the animal, but place it in an open grave. When the rain comes, the water washes the remains of the animals into creeks, dams and rivers such as the Pajeú. This can contaminate the water. Some dams are not good [water sources] for that reason.” By learning to access information about the water quality tests and delivery locations, local families are getting the help they need to survive the drought. More importantly, they are learning to speak up and ask questions of those in positions of authority. “My husband is very shy. I was like that too but I overcame my shyness [through the training]. Now, I talk and participate a lot.”

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Oleksandr Solontay is trying to accomplish the political equivalent of pushing Ukraine’s winter snow uphill. In a country that still struggles to shake its addiction to oligarchs and other figureheads despite multiple attempts at revolution, the thirty-seven-year old is aiming to construct a political party from the ground up. Solontay, an educator and former city and regional council deputy, is betting that a new generation of Ukrainians—and more than a few of their elders—are ready for a party built on the democratic principles of grassroots activism, long-term vision, transparency, and true independence. “We have a lot of parties in Ukraine officially. In reality, we have practically none,” Solontay said, describing them instead as virtual “fan clubs” with little ideology or internal debate about party platforms. His group, Syla Liuday, or Power of the People, first organized in January 2013. After joining the Maidan revolution in late 2013, it registered officially as a party in 2014. It has since grown to more than 3,200 members with representation in all of Ukraine’s regions except Russian-occupied Crimea, including fifteen oblasts at the regional level, as well as in cities and villages. The party aims to expand membership to 10,000 within two years, Solontay said in an interview. During a recent visit to Washington, he was drumming up support for the kind of international aid and pressure for reform that will be needed to move Ukraine forward and help grassroots efforts like his gain more traction. Unlike other political parties in Ukraine, Power of the People isn’t controlled by or centered on a permanent figurehead. Mayor Yuriy Bova of Trostyanets in northern Ukraine’s Sumy Oblast served as party leader previously, and Solontay, from Uzhhorod in Ukraine’s southwestern Zakarpattia Oblast, took over only six weeks ago. Power of the People has won at least five mayoral posts and 220 deputy seats at local levels. It only polls 1 to 2 percent nationally, however, though it recently applied to join the pan-European Alliance of Liberals and Democrats for Europe Party, solidifying its bigger aspirations and its European connections. But 80 percent of Power of the People’s members are relatively young and most of them are teachers, lawyers, journalists, or civic activists involved in politics for the first time, Solontay said. While they bring important perspective and energy that is refreshing in Ukraine’s jaded political scene, they lack some of the professional skills needed for organizing and campaigning. “The Maidan revolution opened a huge window of opportunity—one of the things people wanted was different government and different politics,” Solontay said. “My challenge is to create a professional team.” Solontay himself is youthful and serious. He works as a program manager at Kyiv’s Institute for Political Education and is a longtime consultant, expert, and trainer in governance and politics for Western organizations such as Germany’s Konrad Adenauer Stiftung and Friedrich Naumann Stiftung. A priority for Power of the People is economic reform—measures that will break the control of oligarchs, reduce corruption, and begin to create a solid middle class. That includes putting private enterprise on an equal regulatory footing with state-controlled enterprises. Solontay cites efforts such as one that Power of the People spearheaded in Kherson Oblast to develop the economies of four villages in Crimea that remain outside the Russian-occupied zone and could set an example of better conditions in Ukraine. Local officials have reopened an airport that hadn’t operated in thirteen years, modernized the ambulance service, and revived tourism to attract one million visitors last year. Further economic reform—and the political changes it could help spur—will require help from the United States and the European Union, Solontay said. Ukraine needs outside political pressure to adopt more reforms such as the relatively successful National Anti-corruption Bureau of Ukraine (NABU), he said. Now is a good time to exert that pressure because political leaders feel the need to demonstrate action and results in advance of next year’s elections, he said. Solontay’s methodical, grassroots approach is unlikely to yield any results in Ukraine’s 2019 national elections, since Ukraine has a five percent threshold for representation in parliament. But outside observers are impressed with what they see in Power of the People. The focus on recruiting mayors and locally elected officials “is one of the soundest strategies for building a new party in today’s Ukraine,” said Michael Druckman, resident program director in Ukraine for the International Republican Institute. Local authorities tend to enjoy a significantly higher level of trust than national-level politicians. John Herbst, a former US ambassador to Ukraine who directs the Atlantic Council’s Eurasia Center, said Solontay’s concept of a political party without a strong hierarchical structure or reliance on big funders is worth watching. “It is not clear that such a concept can work,” Herbst said. “But it is a concept designed to appeal to Ukraine’s active civil society. That will give it, initially, some energy and even some success.” Miriam Kosmehl, a senior expert on Eastern Europe at the Bertelsmann Foundation in Berlin, has watched Solontay since 2012, when the party was just an idea he was mulling, and said he is a strategic thinker. He and his party colleagues have built their structures with deliberation and transparency, she explained. They travel Ukraine extensively to listen to voters and develop the party’s values. He understood early on that, to have influence, he needs a party base. “In a society where elites still mostly dominate political power structures, he stands out,” Kosmehl said. “He is, on the one hand, unusually experienced and smart, but still open and sincere.” The approach may be incremental, but Power of the People helped improve transparency and reduced corruption at the city council in Mariupol, she said. In general, the party remains in the minority and its obstacles are formidable. They include a lack of the kind of money that oligarchs provide, a shortage of media attention, and a still-paternalistic society where many citizens look to authority figures for solutions. The latter was clearly the case in Mariupol. “That was a huge success, on the one hand,” Kosmehl said. “On the other hand, people are asking why [the council] did not solve their other problems.” Viola Gienger is a freelance journalist who has covered foreign affairs, defense, and international security for Bloomberg News and led programs and training for independent media in the former Soviet Union and the Balkans. She most recently was senior editor/writer at the US Institute of Peace. Editor’s note: As Ukraine’s 2019 presidential and parliamentary elections near, UkraineAlert has launched a series of articles to examine the country’s political forces.

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We meet Blackpool born and bred photographer Henry Iddon to find out about his life behind the camera; chatting about portraits, Hill People and the Golden Mile. a. don’t think my work is particularly political, it’s more an investigation by me in to something, reflecting a curiosity. I’m not that bothered about doing something that’s already been done ( although I appreciate most things have been !!! ) I like to join the dots, or find a new reason for looking at something , that maybe contains different layers. a. I’ve always wanted to do a project around sites of international armed conflict in the worlds mountain ranges. So travelling around the world shooting that would be an adventure ! q. Should art be funded? a. Don’t try to do for a living what people do for a hobby !!! q. What jobs have you had other than being an artist? a. Shop Assistant, Briefly Casual Admin Assistant in Civil Service, Lab Technician in a photo lab. q. How has lockdown affected you and your work? a. Lockdown has been a chance to take a long look and slowly document the effects on Blackpool, thinks have changed regularly so it’s been important to keep shooting and documenting the familiar as it became strange and unfamiliar, as I cycle regularly I was able to get about and shoot the Fylde in general, also having a Press Pass permitted me to be out and about. I also took the opportunity to look at Blackpool’s hinterland and walk some of the paths and trails that surround Blackpool and look at some of the local history – which has the working title ‘Golden Miles’ and is sort of a side project side project ! Henry Iddon has spent most of his life living in Blackpool, apart from brief stints as a photo lab technician at Warrens Photo Lab in Leeds, and at the Motor Industry Research Association near Nuneaton. He studied Photographic Laboratory Management at Blackpool and Fylde College and an MA Photography at De Montford University, Leicester. His photographic and lens based practice concerns finding new ways, and reasons, to look at the landscape. While remaining accessible to all, and relevant to the discourse that is contemporary art and culture. He aims to produce work that is multi-layered and that can educate and inform audiences. His work has been mediated through traditional film techniques across all formats 10x12inch and 4×5 large format; medium format roll film and 35mm; digital stills and film / video moving image capture. Work has been disseminated via wall hung exhibitions, installations and workshops, book works, news print publications, online and through film screenings. His self motivated work has been shown in exhibitions at such galleries as Centoequatro, Belo Horizonte, Brazil; Forum Brixen, Brixen/Bressanone (Italy); Grundy Art Gallery, Blackpool; The Photographers Gallery, London; Turner Contemporary, Margate; Stills Gallery, Edinburgh; Oxo Tower, London; Three White Walls Gallery, Birmingham and Turton Tower, Bolton. Henry has received Arts Council funding and has been nominated for the National Media Museum Bursary Award, shortlisted for the And/or Book Awards as well as the Foto8 Best in Show Award. His work is held in collections by ; Kraszna-Krausz Collection, National Media Museum, UK; The North West Film Archive, Manchester Metropolitan University; Scottish National Screen Archive; George Eastman House, Rochester, USA; State Library of New South Wales, Australia; Banff Centre for Mountain Culture, Canada; Centre for Contemporary Photography, University of Arizona, USA; Wordsworth Trust, Grasmere. Show Comments (0)

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We are Social Business - BORDERLESS HOUSE Do you know that Borderless House is a “Social Business”? Perhaps I should have asked - Have you heard of Social Business? In general, it refers to a company or a business that tries to create value or impact society in a positive way by offering a service or a product that meets the needs or by presenting new solutions to challenges brought on by society. And there are more and more people talking about it around the world, actually, you can also find some TED TALK videos talking about it too! Even though "Social Business" is a term that you should know, it may sound a little complicated. But don't worry, let me clearly explain it in a simpler way below. What is Social Business The phrase ”Social Business” refers to a brand of entrepreneurship rooted in funding or implementing solutions to cultural, social, or environmental problems. Image credit: Devon Bunce/Digital Storytellers Social Business seeks to maximize profits while maximizing benefits to society and the environment, and the profits are principally used to fund social programs. The key traits and characteristics of Social Business • The primary aim is to address a social problem • It is financially self-sufficient • It does not pay dividends to its owners • It is guided by how its operations benefit the causes and communities of interest What’s the difference between social business and regular business Maximizing profits is not the primary goal of a social business as is with a traditional business - What sets a social business apart from a traditional business is that while the traditional business’s ultimate goal is to create wealth, the social business seeks to create lasting societal change. What’s the difference between social business and non-profit organization Unlike a non-profit, a social business is not dependent on donations or on private or public grants to survive, and to operate it is self-sustainable. While non-profit organizations where funds are spent only once on the field, funds in a social business are invested to increase and improve the business operations on the field on an indefinite basis. Why is Social Business Important Now, let’s go a little bit in-depth to see why social business is important, especially in our society and globally. - Social businesses have the potential to change society and the world. As social business concentrates on developing, financially backing, and executing ideas that contribute to finding solutions for social, cultural, and environmental concerns, it can make a huge impact on our life, in a positive way - and that’s why social businesses are much-needed, considering the times that we’re living in. The vision of a social business is usually social well-being related and a broader idea to excel as a community. So social business is also a business that gets everyone in the world involved. People say that change-makers are those who take creative actions to solve social problems for the good of all - and this is who we are. 'Creator' of Multicultural Society - BORDERLESS HOUSE So, for Borderless House, the social problem that we aim to solve with our business is - Prejudice and Discrimination. We aim to build relationships among people with different backgrounds, such as different nationalities, races, and religions, and gather them together to live under the same roof in our share houses. There are not only benefits but also conflicts sometimes when living in a mixed-culture environment. However, by sharing thoughts and feelings from time to time with each other, people can build a strong relationship in which we can understand other cultures and perspectives deeply. Creating such a connection is the greatest value of BORDERLESS HOUSE. The goal of our business is to create a multicultural society where people can mutually understand each other's background regardless of race or nationality, and without prejudice or discrimination. As more and more foreigners are settling in Japan, and it is important that there are places where they can live in peace and harmony. We believe that this solution which gathers people from around the world to live in a share house together is essential in a multicultural society. As a 'creator' of Multicultural Society, we hope to accelerate the creation of an ideal society and to provide more people with opportunities for international living experiences, we aim to keep expanding our business and keep offering and creating opportunities for In-depth international exchange. Planting the seeds of world peace is our mission and we welcome you to be a part of BORDERLESS HOUSE.

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Unesco vineyard landscape - World Heritage Piedmont’s vineyard landscape was acknowledged as Unesco World Heritage in June 2014. Winegrowing has been at the heart of the economy of these hills for centuries. For the first time, Unesco has assigned an acknowledgment not only to the beauty of a territory painted with vineyards, castles and medieval towers, but also the work of men and women who have cultivated the land for decades. Costigliole d’Asti falls rightfully within it.

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Voice is the sound produced by humans and other vertebrates using the lungs and the vocal folds in the larynx, or voice box. Voice is not always produced as speech, however. Infants babble and coo; animals bark, moo, whinny, growl, and meow; and adult humans laugh, sing, and cry. Voice is generated by airflow from the lungs as the vocal folds are brought close together. When air is pushed past the vocal folds with sufficient pressure, the vocal folds vibrate. If the vocal folds in the larynx did not vibrate normally, speech could only be produced as a whisper. Your voice is as unique as your fingerprint. It helps define your personality, mood, and health. When to See an Otolaryngologist for Your Voice We often take a healthy throat for granted until our ability to speak, swallow or breathe is impaired. Multiple ailments can affect your throat and interfere with school, work and your overall quality of life. Sore throat or hoarseness lasting more than 2 weeks should be evaluated by your primary care physician. Should your symptoms last more than 4 weeks, an Otolaryngology (ENT) evaluation is recommended to rule out serious conditions of the throat. Whether you have trouble swallowing, persistent throat pain, chronic lump in the throat, swollen tonsils, hoarseness or a worrisome “spot” in the back of your throat, our physicians use their skill and advanced techniques to diagnose your problem, educate you on the condition and recommend treatment to get you back on track. The signs and symptoms of voice disorders include: - Hoarseness (dysphonia) - Vocal fatigue - Weak or breathy voice - Loss of singing range - Loss of voice (aphonia) - Pitch breaks or abnormally high- or low-pitched voice - Strained voice - Vocal tremor - Pain while speaking or singing Diagnosis of voice disorders: To evaluate your condition your physician will attempt to look at the vocal cords, which is often done via a flexible fiber-optic examination of the larynx. This is a good way to identify growths, inflammation, infection, ulcerations or paralysis of the vocal cords. Common conditions that may cause changes in your voice include: Laryngitis (viral, bacterial or inflammatory), Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Vocal cord nodules or polyps. Growths, tumors or cancer of the voice box, Paralysis of the vocal cords, Disorders of the thyroid, Sinusitis, Spasmodic dysphonia (involuntary movements or muscle spasms of the vocal cords), Vocal fold dysfunction (the vocal cords move inward with breathing when they are supposed to move outward). Because the vocal cords vibrate so rapidly, a special examination called Videostroboscopy may be recommended which is also done in the office. Treatment of voice disorders: Because there are many different underlying causes and reasons for vocal dysfunction, treatment options vary depending on the nature of the disorder. Treatment options may be very simple such as voice rest, simple medical management, control of environmental or behavioral causative factors, or speech therapy. More severe problems may require surgery, biopsy or other treatments. Diagnosis is the most important initial step after which your physician will make treatment recommendations to you. Flexible Fiberoptic Examination of the Larynx A Flexible Fiberoptic Examination involves placing a small, flexible tube through the nose and down the throat to visualize the vocal cords. It is a quick and painless procedure with use of just topical analgesia. It is performed safely and effectively in the office. Videostroboscopy is one of the most practical techniques currently available for recording and observing the motion of the vocal cords. It allows for easy examination of the vibration of the vocal cords during speaking or singing. Videostroboscopy makes the visual images of the vibration appear to be seen in either stop action or slow motion, allowing minute abnormalities that influence the voice to be seen. From the resulting visual images, an accurate diagnosis of conditions and diseases of the vocal cords, including masses or lesions, abnormal motion, inflammation, broken blood vessels, scarring and other disorders can be made. Videostroboscopy is a simple and painless procedure that is done in the office by an ENT doctor with just an anesthetic spray applied to your nose and throat.

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I am Sansa Stark of Winterfell. This is my home. And you can't frighten me. HBO’s Game of Thrones has become one of the best shows to ever grace our screens. Dragons, White Walkers, a fight for the Iron Throne, and merciless violence—this show has got it all. Make sure to get all caught up before Season 6 premieres on April 24th with the release of Season 5 on DVD! Featuring brand new, exclusive content—including the animated short “The Dance of Dragons” that explores the story behind the Targaryen civil war—this box set is a must own. I was fortunate enough to be treated to a screening of “The Dance of Dragons” at last night’s #GOT5DVD fan event, and let me tell you, the DVD is worth it just for the extra content! Big thanks to HBO and the Game of Thrones team for last night’s event! Check out some pictures of dragons, Dave Hill, and Davos Seaworth below:

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Laura Andrews London, United Kingdom I have painted since I was ten years old, throughout my career in fashion design and later interior design. I use everyday scenes as well as those from travelling, and am inspired by nature and the seasons, with the variation in moods and colours they bring. I started painting in oils and in the last few years have developed a passion for soft pastels. I currently paint in my own studio at home. I started to exhibit my work when I lived in Melbourne a few years ago, at multiple and solo exhibitions in galleries there, and have since then exhibited at various galleries in London, and in on-line exhibitions.

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Triple Threat Workshops Musical Theatre for Young, & Teens (required for Musical Theatre and Performing Companies 2024 - 2025) Register today for our Triple Threat Workshops encompass training in Singing, Acting, and Dancing of multiple styles and positive life skills. Students learn from guest artists who bring their experience from working as performers in the entertainment industry. Required Pre-Requisite for year-round Performing Companies and Musical Theatre classes. Summer Registration Fee - $20.00 For all workshops (except for Little Gems Summer Dance Parties), there is also a $50 deposit charged at the time of registration. The rest of the balance will be paid on the 1st day of the workshop. NOTE: All Triple Threat Tuition is due on or before the first day of the workshop. Auto Charge students will be charged on June 3rd. YOUNG TRIPLE THREAT Young Triple Threat Tuition: $450 Mon, June 10th- Friday, June 16th 9am - 3pm TEEN TRIPLE THREAT (ages 10 & up) Teen Triple Threat Tuition: $595 Mon, June 3rd - Sat, June 8th 8:30am - 4:30pm Triple Threat Acting Class with Miranda Jean Larson: Diamond Alum & award-winning filmmaker, writer, and actress. AUDITION FOR ALL PERFORMING COMPANIES and MUSICAL THEATRE CLASSES ALL those auditioning for a Diamond Project Performing Company need to enroll in 4 weeks of the Summer Dance Intensive Schedule and attend a Triple Threat workshop! ALL those auditioning for a Musical Theatre class for the 2024-2025 studio year need to attend a Triple Threat Workshop and enroll in the Summer Dance Intensive Classes of at least one ballet class, one jazz class, and one tap class each of the 4 weeks.

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Japan is one of the most unique and fascinating countries in the world. This island nation has a rich cultural history that still permeates everything they do. They are known to have respect for each other, elders in the community, and even for how well they maintain their streets and cities. The food is something most people think about when Japan comes to mind. For the sushi lovers out there, visiting Japan is a delightful dream. In addition to food, Japan has an incredible range of activities for travelers, from cherry blossom festivals to sumo wrestling matches. If you are planning to travel to Japan for the first time, https://japaniin.com/ will help you find the best destinations, hotels and flights. Here are the essential things to do in Japan: Eat the Street Food It’s common for Japanese people to eat street food, and there are plenty of options for both locals and visitors. Street food is typically more affordable than eating at a restaurant, and it can be cheaper than fast-food chains like McDonald’s or Burger King, which you’ll also find in Japan. If you’re looking for something more authentic, you might want to try some yakitori, which is chicken on a stick from one of the many restaurants that specialize in them. You may also find yourself tempted by Takoyaki and even the best sushi. Bring Home Japanese Snacks Like Mochi People love snacks in Japan, especially mochi. If you have enough room in your suitcase, bring home one of the many different snack options you can find in supermarkets, convenience stores, and even street vendors. If you run out of space, there are always great companies that will ship you curated boxes of your favorite Japanese snacks. Stay for the Cherry Blossom Festivals Japan is known for its cherry blossom festivals, which take place all around the country. The most famous one is Tokyo’s Hanami Festival. It lasts for one or two weeks. Spring is when the cherry blossoms end up in full bloom and it’s throughout this time that there are demonstrations, vendors, and other religious activities for people to experience. During this time, you can see people picnicking under the trees and enjoying nature in a relaxed atmosphere. The festival dates vary depending on where you’re located and when the trees bloom in that region. Climb Mt. Fuji Climbing Japan’s highest mountain is a tradition for many people, and it’s no wonder why. The climb can be challenging, but it is also a privilege to experience this special place with its stunning views of the surrounding countryside. If you don’t want to tackle the whole mountain yourself, there are several routes from which you can choose. Because climbing Mt. Fuji is so popular and attracts large crowds of people during peak season in July and August, it’s best to plan ahead and start early in the morning if possible—this will ensure that you have plenty of time to get up and down the mountain before the last bus leaves for the parking area. Buy Things From Japanese Vending Machines You wouldn’t think that vending machines are all that exciting, but in Japan, they’re everywhere. You can find them at train stations, in parks, and even on the street corners of Tokyo. The best thing about these machines is that they sell everything you could possibly want, including drinks, snacks, and even toys. There are even some stores that only sell items out of vending machines. It’s a fun experience, and something that’s unique to Japanese culture. They are a great way to get things that you need on the go without having to leave your hotel or nearby block. Go Scuba Diving Experience the coast in areas like Okinawa. Scuba diving is an adventure that’s a little off the beaten path but well worth the effort. This activity can be enjoyed by people of all ages, and it provides a unique way to explore ocean life up close. Diving is also an excellent way to see coral reefs, shipwrecks, and other underwater creatures that might otherwise remain unseen from above water. It gives you a new perspective and a beautiful look at the ecosystems that surround this beautiful island nation. Before you go scuba diving in Japan, make sure your equipment is in good condition and that you’ve completed all necessary certifications. If possible, take along a certified instructor or dive buddy who has experience with this kind of activity; doing so will ensure that your experience is safe and rewarding. You can even splurge for an all-inclusive experience which includes scuba training and dives. Watch a Sumo Wrestling Match Sumo wrestling is a traditional Japanese sport. It’s also considered a national sport in Japan. Sumo wrestlers are known for their strength and endurance. You can watch sumo wrestling matches at tournaments or in the ring in Tokyo.

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Depending upon who you listened to, the Brexit vote was going to save the world, or it was going to bring about international hardship and financial ruin. When the opposing proponents of an issue simultaneously believe it is going to cure and cause cancer, you can almost surely count on an entirely separate and more reasonable set of opinions and outcomes. Now that the vote has occurred, and the British have elected to part with the EU, partisan speculation has, if anything, increased in frequency and amplitude. Through the haze of parallel praise and dread, it is difficult to make sense of a very fluid financial and political situation, which has scarcely begun unfold. It will take time to sort through the conjecture and make any genuine conclusions. The “exit” itself is not instantaneous. Article 50 of the Lisbon Treaty, the EU’s governing charter, defines a two-year process for any member parting from the European Union. While brand new British Prime Minister, Theresa May, a Remain advocate, has vowed to respect the will of the people, she is openly not in a rush to do so. Her freshly spoken intent is not to even begin making separation arrangements until 2017. No matter which way you lean, as for determining Brexit’s outcome, especially its long-term effects, it is entirely too early to tell. They say figures don’t lie, but even the initial financial fallout has been inconsistent. There was an instant and dramatic drop in the value of the pound, against the dollar, and in share prices in the aftermath of the EU referendum. Britain’s AAA credit rating dropped to AA, which means an increase the cost of government borrowing. Then, within a month of the vote, share prices in the UK recovered, with the FTSE 100 index trading higher than before the “fall.” As markets, moneylenders and prevailing attitudes seek to find equilibrium, we are left to identify the new, post-Brexit normal. One way to tell if even a habitually trusted source is leaning too far to one side, is when they insert a vast, gaping inconsistency in their own analysis. Discussing the Bank of England’s expected cut this week, to its key interest rate, where it has stood at a record-low 0.5 percent, U.S. News & World Report, points out this worrisome Brexit byproduct is a break from concurrent U.S. Federal Reserve policy. Last December, the Fed raised U.S. benchmark interest rates for the first time in seven years. U.S. News further reports Bank of England may expand its stimulus program. Though this type of quantitative easing (QE) is well in line with the current and popular U.S. banking policy, U.S. News chose rather to waive the red-flag of England’s declining interest rates. The lasting effects of our own quantitative easing remain to be seen. Federal banks buying government bonds from other banks with newly generated money has been effective domestically, though seems a little short sighted. While boosting the economy, stimulating lending and, certainly, revitalizing private investment in the stock market, the fact we are hesitant to back off of our own QE policy sews its own doubt. That the Bank of England would consider similar methods indicates genuine concern of potential recession in the wake of an EU withdrawal. Whether QE is the wisest future course, it is at least tried and tested short-term solution, and is widely anticipated. Again, domestically, Bank of America/Merrill Lynch analysts forecast a 0.25 percentage point rate cut in England, an additional 50 billion pounds ($67 billion) of bond-buying and similar stimulus efforts. Uncertainty rules the day following far less notable political and economic developments. Not surprisingly, in the U.K. manufacturing and service activity declined in July, based upon measures of production, orders and hiring intentions. Were the Bank of England to take no action, confidence would likely further erode. As Brexit proponents seek to secure a measure of national control within the chaos, one relative certainty is the impending changes to, if not the outright disruption of international trade. According to historical U.K. overseas trade statistics, over half of all British exports flow into European Union member countries. The trade figure exceeds 60% counting those nations with which the United Kingdom trades because of their own associated free-trade agreements with the European Union. None of the EU members and affiliated players will benefit from severing trade ties with Britain. Even if France, Germany, Belgium or any of the most ardent EU enthusiasts wanted to make a political point, each of them has a far more significant financial stake in maintaining a positive relationship. The UK will also be in a position to broker trade deals on their behalf, rather than at the whim of, and in the foremost interest of a collective. Whatever the ultimate economic result, the loudest Brexit voices will tell you that was the whole point.

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ROUND ROCK, Texas - The Round Rock Police Department has identified the man they say engaged in a gunfight with police Saturday afternoon. 31-year-old Henry Tolentino of Round Rock resided in the area on Bent Tree Loop, says police. A motive for the original shooting or the gunfight has not been released. On Saturday, around 12:30 p.m., 911 received a call from a person reporting they had been shot multiple times, possibly by a neighbor. Police and EMS arrived and minutes later, a report came in about a man wearing a black trench coat and carrying an AK-style rifle running across Old Settlers Boulevard. The following police officers discharged their weapons during Saturday’s incident: Sergeant Kasheala May, Sergeant Brian Quick, Detective Andrew Rivera, Officer Dillon Rizzo, and Officer Marcus Vasquez. Sgt. May has been with the Round Rock Police Department for 11 years, Sgt. Quick 21 years, Det. Rivera 9 years, Ofc. Rizzo 4 years, and Ofc. Vasquez 3 years. The officers are currently on administrative leave in accordance with department policy. The investigation is ongoing and in collaboration with the Williamson County District Attorney’s Office and the Texas Rangers. WATCH THE FULL PRESS BRIEFING BELOW: Minutes after that, a subject wearing camouflage clothing was seen near Behrens Ranch, police say. When officers responded to the area, the shooter, now identified as Tolentino, immediately began firing at them and retreated into a wooded area between Camino Del Verde Place and Salorn Way. It was at this point police noted he was wearing body armor. Multiple law enforcement agencies responded, including the Austin Police Department, Georgetown Police Department, the Williamson County Sheriff's Office, Cedar Park Police Department, Pflugerville Police Department, Texas Department of Public Safety, Texas Rangers and the ATF, says Banks. An armored vehicle was also called in and when it arrived, Tolentino began to fire at it. - Suspect dead after shootout with police in Round Rock - Suspect in Round Rock active shooter situation dead, shelter-in-place lifted - Williamson County reopens voting location after "police activity has concluded" He and officers continued to trade gunfire with the suspect coming out of the wooded area to fire at officers then retreating back into the woods several times, said Round Rock police chief Allen Banks Saturday. Officers surrounded the area to prevent him from retreating out the back of the wooded area. Officers later fired less than lethal rounds to determine if Tolentino would respond, but he didn't and officers then determined he was dead. It is still unknown if his death was self-inflicted or was the result of officers firing on him. No officers sustained injuries, but one had a medical situation, according to Banks, and was transported to the hospital where they are in stable condition. The original victim was also taken to the hospital due to his non-life-threatening injuries and is also in stable condition. A nearby polling location was closed briefly during the incident and a shelter-in-place order had been issued, but the polling location reopened and the order was lifted mid afternoon.

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In the inner part of Osafjorden, the mountainside plunges nearly a thousand metres right into the fjord. The narrowness of the fjord makes the plunge extra dramatic. There is not really room for stable sediments on the steep slope, since the landscape is dominated by bare rock faces and rock slides. Under such conditions it is difficult for the forest to get a foothold. Therefore, the sun gets good access to the ground. Because the fjord sides face south and south-east in an area with a warmer summer climate than is usual for these parts, it is both warm and dry on these slopes. Therefore, a number of warm-loving plants that are usually found in eastern Norway thrive here. Almost no other place in the county has so much wild marjoram (left), sticky catchfly, dark mullein (right) and other species associated with dry slopes and outcrops. The best time to see this flora is in early summer, before the middle of July. Then, they decorate the roadsides of Osa. By late summer the plants have probably withered, especially in dry years.

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I adore plants, and I like to think I got into them before they were millennial cool… granted I am a millennial. I have a extensive plant collection which includes an entire room dedicated to my plants, common and rare plants of all kinds. I have learned so much through not just research but a lot of trial and error, cause let’s face it I barely listen to myself let alone anyone else. The number one thing I have learned is why Snake Plants are the perfect indoor plants. So why are Snake Plants the perfect indoor plants? Out of all the plants I have ever owned my snake plants are always happy to be in my house. Whether I overwater or underwater they never seem bothered and they’re always making babies and getting bigger. They’re the golden lab of the plant world, always happy to please and never wants to be trouble. They’re happy in just about any place I put them in my home making them another BIG favorite in my books. Normally a shade to moderate light plants they’re equipped for any area of your home: bathroom with low light, living room that’s always bright – these plants find a way to love it. With snake plants you have an endless variety of not only colours but shapes and sizes. This is why I really love snake plants. You can get simple green varieties, variegated varieties along with flat and cylindrical options as well. You can honestly fill a whole room with nothing but snake plants and people will think you have billions of different plants and you’ll feel like you’re living in an easy care jungle. Exactly how many varieties of snake plants are there? 35! Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Mother-in-law’s Tongue’ Sansevieria trifasciata ‘Twist’ Sansevieria ‘Golden hahnii’ Sansevieria ‘Futura robusta’ Sansevieria ‘Black gold’ Sansevieria ‘Bantel’s sensation’ Sansevieria masoniana ‘Mason congo’ Sansevieria kirkii ‘Star sansevieria’ Sansevieria fischeri – just to name a few of them. No matter the room vibe you have there is a variety or two that will compliment your space perfectly. The moonshine variety is a bold tone that is quite unique and is usually a great conversation piece and would compliment a space with dark walls very well. Snake plants are also a great way to add texture or dimension to an area. Not only are snake plants gorgeous in all their forms, they’re one of the greatest plants for improving your homes air quality. After doing a study NASA discovered that they one of the best plants for air quality and even has the ability to absorb toxins in the air, including nitrogen oxide, xylene, formaldehyde, benzene, and trichloroethylene. So if you have asthma or a high dust home these little beauties could help keep your rooms feeling extra fresh. They also convert large amounts of CO2 to oxygen at night, a quality that only a few indoor plants hold which makes them perfect for your bedroom jungle space. What else should you know about Snake Plants? For one plant variety snake plants are definite winners, but there are some things to consider before including their many varieties in your collection. Snake plants leaves contain saponins which are toxic in large amounts so if you have sensitive skin it is best to avoid touching the sap from the leaves of these plants. They are also toxic to pets so if you have a pet that likes to munch house plants you may want to consider where you place them in relation to how your pet can access them. If ingested by a human they can cause severe nausea and vomiting, and has been known to cause numbing and throat swelling. Easy to Propagate Snake plants are one of the easiest plants to propagate, this means once you get one plant you can easily make a few more with a few cuttings and patience. You can literally cut one long leaf, cut it into segments, plant into dirt or place in water and in no time you will see new roots and life spring forth. This means you can buy a couple and create a million making them a great plant to have on hand for gifting, and to help bulk up any growing collection. Be careful though, on some plants propagation is prohibited so keep and eye on the fine print on those tags! After all these years of taking care of my plant collection, I do believe that Snake plants are the perfect indoor plants for your home.

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Political issues tend to trend in the music and fashion worlds and then disappear, but Honduran-American musician Lorely Rodriguez (Empress Of) and streetwear upstarts Kids of Immigrants, founded by first generation Americans Daniel Buezo and Weleh Dennis, are artists for whom immigrant justice is a pressing, permanent issue (as it should be). Rodriguez and KOI have teamed up to raise money for Border Angels, a San Diego-based non-profit that works to prevent migrant deaths on the Californian border through water drops and rescue stations, as well as providing legal consultation and education services. All proceeds from the KOI x Border Angels "Love Has No Borders" sweatshirt, a simple heather grey hoodie poignantly printed with non-profit's URL, will benefit the building and expansion of a Borders Angels shelter in Tijuana, Mexico. The brand has a goal of raising $8,500, via the sweatshirts as well a GoFundMe page — enough to complete the addition of full new wing at the Tijuana shelter, which houses migrants from Honduras, El Salvador, Guatemala and other countries. "Being a first generation American, I experienced dual upbringings," Kids of Immigrants' Daniel Buezo told PAPER. "At school I was being educated as an American kid but at home I was being raised as Honduran. I'm in between both worlds and there are many people like myself. We want to be that voice for all of the kids of immigrants." He continued, "We reached out to Border Angels to volunteer and be a part of their mission. Once we volunteered we knew that this was something we wanted to be a part of and assist in any way possible. Empress Of is a great friend and overall amazing artist. I told her that we were working a benefit collab with Border Angels and she was down! We've always had conversations about doing something special and this was perfect." Buezo ultimately argues that fashion brands "need to be the leaders that we are waiting for" when it comes to building a dialogue between fashion and politics. Photos courtesy of Melchizedek Chan

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Send a Sympathy Card Plant Memorial Trees Send With Love Thursday, December 14, 2023 Starts at 10:30 am (Central time) Thursday, December 14, 2023 Starts at 4:00 pm (Central time) Theodore “Ted” Lee Remmers passed away at University of Kansas Medical Center on Friday, December 8, 2023, surrounded by family. Ted was born to Alvin and Gretchen (Grussing) Remmers in Pawnee City, Nebraska on July 25, 1953. Ted graduated from Sabetha High School in 1971. During high school, he participated in athletic organizations including football and baseball while also singing in the Sabetha High School Chamber Choir. He also participated in numerous other clubs and organizations. During his school years, Ted formed many lifelong friendships and people are in awe of the lasting relationships that developed and remain intact today. After his time at Sabetha High School, Ted attended Butler County College in El Dorado, Kansas where he completed general education studies. Ted married his high school sweetheart, Joan Deaver, on August 13, 1977. Ted and Joan had been married for 46 years. They have three children and eight grandchildren. Ted was known as a devoted husband, loving father, and a proud grandfather. Ted’s professional career began as a salesman with Mac Equipment in 1976 and he worked in pneumatic conveyance for 25 years, watching Mac Equipment grow from a small community-based company into a publicly owned international operation. His work with Mac Equipment eventually moved his family to Las Vegas, Nevada for three years and then the family relocated to Platte City, Missouri. Ted left Mac Equipment in 2001 and joined CamCorp Incorporated where he worked in project management and sales until his retirement in 2017. Ted joined the Catholic Church in 1988 and was active in the Twelve Apostles Catholic Church in Platte City, Missouri. His service to the church included three different parish financial committees and he also served as a liturgical minister. He was instrumental in the building of new churches including the new Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Sabetha, Kansas, St. Elizabeth Ann Seton Church in Las Vegas, Nevada, and Twelve Apostles Catholic Church in Platte City, Missouri which have served thousands of Catholic faithful. Ted was devout in his faith and found great comfort in God’s divine plan. Ted was a loyal fan of the Kansas City Royals, the Kansas City Chiefs, and the Nebraska Cornhuskers. He enjoyed spending time at games with Joan and watching his favorite teams. In his retirement years, Ted loved traveling to see the mountains and the ocean. He was fortunate to travel with Joan to the British Virgin Islands, Europe, Hawaii, and throughout most of the continental United States. Ted especially enjoyed traveling with three of his eight grandchildren on their “10-year-old” trips including one to Alaska and another to Wyoming. Ted looked forward to planning trips with the other five grandchildren. At the top of his list of retirement hobbies was watching his grandchildren’s activities and cheering them on from the sidelines. His grandchildren will miss his “tickle finger” that would send them running and giggling. Ted enjoyed playing golf, gained many friendships, and developed a love for the game. Eventually Joan joined in on the golfing and they enjoyed playing many different courses together. Ted was frequently playing Cribbage wherever he went while teaching many generations about the art of the game and chasing the perfect hand. His love and competitiveness for the game will never be forgotten. Ted was proceeded in death by his parents, Alvin and Gretchen Remmers, and his brother, Dean Remmers. Ted is survived by his wife, Joan Remmers; his three children, Emily (Derek) Ackart, Kevin (Leah) Remmers, and Molly (Caleb) Dixon; his eight grandchildren, Hayden and Jax Ackart, Rowan, Holden, and Sloan Remmers, and Harper, Cooper, and Wren Dixon; his three brothers, Stan (Patty) Remmers, David (Cindy) Remmers), and Steve (Kathy) Remmers; his sister-in-law, Chrys Remmers; and many nieces and nephews. A visitation will be held on Wednesday, December 13, 2023, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and the Chaplet of Divine Mercy will be prayed at 7:00 p.m. at the Rollins Funeral Home, 1106 Branch Street, Platte City Missouri, 64079. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at 10:30 a.m. at Twelve Apostles Catholic Church, 17900 Humphrey’s Road, Platte City, Missouri 64079. A graveside service will be held on Thursday, December 14, 2023, at approximately 4:00 p.m. at the Albany Cemetery, north of Sabetha, Kansas. Online condolences can be left for the family on the Rollins Funeral Home website at https://vaughnfuneralhomes.com/ or at the Popkess Mortuary website at www.popkessmortuaries.com.

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If you’re seeking the quintessence of suburban luxury with the vibrancy of city life at your fingertips, the Kansas City metropolitan area extends an exclusive invitation to explore its premier neighborhoods. Those intent to buy a home in Leawood will find themselves enraptured by the area’s enchanting ambiance, where elegance and community spirit flourish side by side. Likewise, the array of homes for sale in Overland Park offers prospective residents an irresistible mix of modern amenities amidst scenic tranquility. Ensuring a seamless journey through these opulent locales is the realm of the knowledgeable Kansas City real estate agent, a guide through the grand tapestry of high-end real estate. Leawood: A Portrait of Refined Living Leawood epitomizes luxury suburban living. It’s a community where affluence meets accessibility, offering a lifestyle characterized by sprawling estates and meticulously landscaped gardens. Buying a home in this esteemed suburb signifies more than an investment; it is an entry into a legacy of upscale community living, with a backdrop of architectural splendor that caters to an array of refined tastes. Overland Park: Where Modernity Meets Serenity Adjacent to Leawood, Overland Park presents a seamless blend of contemporary comforts and serene living. The homes for sale here provide an expansive choice for those who desire a residence that embodies the latest in design and technology, yet sits in harmony with the natural world. With its inviting boulevards and community-focused atmosphere, Overland Park stands out as a beacon of suburban charm. Your Kansas City Real Estate Connoisseur At the heart of the home-buying journey in these suburbs is the unparalleled expertise of a Kansas City real estate agent. More than mere advisors, these agents are connoisseurs of the local market, skilled in pairing discerning clients with their dream homes. With a deep understanding of both Leawood and Overland Park’s most desirable addresses, they offer a bespoke service that turns the quest for the perfect home into an exhilarating experience. A Tapestry of Architectural Marvels Both Leawood and Overland Park are canvases showcasing a diverse array of architectural wonders. From classic, timeless designs to cutting-edge modern marvels, the homes within these neighborhoods reflect a broad spectrum of aesthetic preferences while maintaining a standard of excellence. This diversity ensures that each homeowner can find a dwelling that not only meets their needs but also serves as a personal statement of style. An Enclave of Privacy and Prestige The allure of these suburbs is rooted in their promise of an exclusive lifestyle. Privacy is paramount, and exclusivity is a given, setting the stage for a life of peaceful enjoyment. Here, tranquility is not a mere concept but a living, breathing element of everyday existence, woven into the very fabric of the community. Designing Your Personal Oasis In Kansas City’s suburbs, the concept of a home transcends the ordinary, offering luxury features such as expansive outdoor living spaces, custom-designed interiors, and private amenities that cater to the wellness and leisure of residents. Each home is crafted to be a personal oasis, a place where one can retreat and rejuvenate amidst the comfort of high-end finishes and thoughtful design. The Magnetism of Suburban Kansas City For today’s homebuyers, Kansas City’s suburbs represent an idyllic balance of progress and tradition. These communities are not only home to exquisite real estate but also boast superior educational institutions, lush parks, and an array of cultural venues that enrich the lives of its residents. This unique combination makes Leawood and Overland Park compelling choices for those seeking a long-term home. A Legacy of Suburban Grandeur Embracing a home in either of these suburbs is a declaration of a life well-lived. It is a commitment to a community that values growth, prosperity, and peaceful enjoyment. As evidenced by the choice of celebrities and esteemed professionals to call these suburbs home, it is clear that investing here is about more than property—it is about investing in a legacy. The Journey Home The pathway to homeownership in Leawood or Overland Park is lined with the promise of a life rich in quality and filled with the comforts of upscale living. With the expert navigation provided by a dedicated Kansas City real estate agent, the dream of owning a home in these sought-after suburbs is within reach. Here, where the Midwest meets luxury, your journey to the perfect home begins.

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29 July 2015 | Comments Workers unloading hold baggage from a shipping container on St Helena, which arrived from Ascension Island, have found a live gecko moving around among the baggage. Caught by Peter Corker, it was passed to Customs and then to the Biosecurity team. One glance at the animal was sufficient to confirm that it was different to the geckos normally found on St Helena, and this has now been confirmed by international experts viewing the photos. On St Helena, there exists an Asian House Gecko, while the captured gecko is provisionally identified as an Afro-American House Gecko. Both species are known to occur on Ascension Island. Since geckos eat invertebrates, they pose a potential threat to the biodiversity of St Helena, as many of the Island’s unique species are invertebrates. Stopping the spread of a new species before it can do any harm is therefore very important. Shipping containers are well known for their ability to carry new species around the world. Some people may remember the Peacock Butterfly which was found in a container from the UK in 2013. Senior Veterinary Officer, Joe Hollins, said: “Finding a live gecko is only one step away from finding a live snake, and we definitely don’t want one of these on the Island. We are very grateful to the workers on the Wharf for their quick action in noticing and catching this animal”. If you spot any unfamiliar plant, insect or animal, please call the Biosecurity Team at ANRD on 24724. 29 July 2015

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Wouldn’t it be cool if I could make a deck of cards that had 52 different exercises on them that you could do WITH your kid(s)? The only problem is that I am not a fitness expert and I don’t really know 52 different exercises. Maybe 52 is a little bit much…maybe I’ll aim for 20 and see how it goes. Then I had a brilliant idea. What if you guys helped me out the way you helped me with the alphabet cards. That worked out splendidly. In fact, maybe if I print these someday (What am I thinking starting another project right now? I must be insane), I could give a free deck to all the people who contributed. You could contribute by emailing me photos of yourselves doing exercises (properly) with your kid or maybe you could just leave helpful comments like, “Dude you have to keep your knee at a 90 degree angle!” or something like that. What do you think? Then I could put helpful information on the back of each card and maybe some funny jokes too. And maybe once a card is done, I’ll post them here for a short time as a free printable pdf so that if you play along the whole way, you get a deck free. So far I’ve got the “kid squat” above that is surely terrible on your back but great fun for your monkey kid and the “swing lunge” below. Thoughts? What should I call this project?

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THE QUEST CHRONICLES: I’VE OUTGROWN YOU We can grow up together, go to school together, work together or even do a bid together but that doesn’t mean we’re meant to be in each other’s lives forever. Some people believe that since we spent all this time together; we’re stuck with each other. That’s not true. To a certain degree, you don’t owe anyone anything. As we grow older, we start to have different interests, we start to experience other things and now we’re not on the same wave link. Friends outgrew each other and that’s ok. You can be a go-getter and they can be a couch potato; that doesn’t mix so don’t try to make it just because of the years invested. In relationships, you’ve been stagnant & stale for years that you feel like you should continue to be together even though you’re unhappy. That’s unhealthy and not fair to your heart. Time to evaluate some things that may hurt feelings but will be better for you in the future. Thank me later. This is Ms. Gotta Love Me herself T-Quest & you’ve just been Questified! Show love by commenting, sharing & following me on social media @TQuestGLM Email me topics to discuss & QUESTions you may have. To learn more about the one & only T-Quest or to hear about certain topics in-depth please download my “T-Quest” app in your google play store & your app store. On the app, you’ll be able to hear Gotta Love me Radio 24/7. Visit my website www.GottaLoveMeWorld.com to buy any merchandise as well as my music. Check out more of T-Quest articles here: https://www.straightofficial.com/?s=The+Quest+Chronicles

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Of course, “The Bachelor” finale started with Joey crying, and all we could hope was that it wouldn’t really end that way. Spoiler alert: It’s heart-wrenching, but you will get to see a happy ending! Gina: Are you ready? I am SO ready! The show was mixed with the live show from California hosted by Jesse Palmer. Joey is in Tulum, Mexico where his family was set to meet his final two women, Daisy and Kelsey. Joey said that he could see a future with both women, but which future does he want? Joey’s mother Cathy, father Nick, sisters Carly and Ellie, and his brother-in-law Zach are all there to help him make his decision. Joey described Daisy as special due to her outlook on life and Kelsey as “so stinkin’ cute.” Ha! I always hear babies described that way, this is a first for a woman. Joey told his parents that he’s revealed to the women that he’s falling for them, but he refuses to say “I love you” until there is just one. Daisy Meets Joey’s Parents Daisy was up first and she just hoped to speak from the heart and show them who she is. She’s hoping they understand why she and Joey are great together. She talked about how she drove a truck with a Christmas tree in the back because she grew up on a Christmas tree farm. Joey revealed that they had the first one-on-one date because they had such a great connection. She talked about how she got a cochlear implant and how getting to meet Joey has changed her life. Ellie thought they seemed very in love. Daisy told his sisters that she told him that she was falling for him, and he said the same in return, but she’s actually in love with him and that she would accept a proposal! His sisters cried as they heard how in love Daisy was and that she was ready for marriage. Joey’s sisters told him that they thought Daisy was very sweet and that they seemed very compatible. He revealed that he’s afraid she’s holding back, and his sisters said that Daisy is all in. “If you were not to propose to her she’d be heartbroken,” Ellie said. Joey said that just thinking of that puts knots in his stomach. Cathy asked Daisy what makes her unique and she said she’s very resilient and she never gives up. She loves very deeply and she loves very big. Aw! She told his mother that she’s very confident in him but she’d rather put it out there than miss out on something. “He’s so worth it,” she said. (Cut to Gerry our former Golden Bachelor crying in the audience!) His mom said, “I want what’s best for you honey.” It was so incredibly sweet. What an amazing family he has. Joey told Daisy that they all had nothing but amazing things to say about her and that he knew they would feel that way. He gave her one last kiss as she left her time with them. GIna: Daisy saying Joey changed her life was such a pure and real moment. And looking back at the season, you can really see that to be true. While we all thought Daisy was lovely when she first arrived to the Bachelor Mansion, she really did blossom as the season went on and Joey had a lot to do with that. Kelsey Meets Joey’s Family “Every time I leave Kelsey I just miss her,” Joey said. He felt confident that his family would love her too. Daisy was a tough act to follow, so she was nervous going in. Kelsey also told her night one story and about how she felt like she couldn’t even speak, but that she had a voodoo doll. She used it for kissing only! They also recapped their Vespa date in Spain. When Kelsey mentioned her family and how she lost her mom to cancer, she started to cry. Joey was so comforting to her. His sisters cried! “The emotional connection they had was very obvious from the get-go,” Cathy said. Ellie asked what makes the two of them compatible and Kelsey said they just get each other and are on the same level with each other. Kelsey revealed that she loves him and she “wants to choose him every day.” They wanted to know if she feels ready to be married and she said that she doesn’t feel that she’s on a timeline or that she needs to be married. When asked if she was ready for a proposal she said, “I think so, yeah.” They are concerned that she’s not ready. They found her to be a bright light that had great energy. They did tell him that they got a “100%” from Daisy and an “I think so” from Kelsey. Nick got a chance to talk to Kelsey and asked her how she would feel if it wasn’t her. She started to cry and she said, “It’s just the reality of it all. Daisy is an amazing woman, I love her so much.” Kelsey said it would be difficult because she can see things so clearly with Joey. His mother said, “You could be my future daughter-in-law or you could get your heart broken.” Kelsey cried again and said that, “I could see it being us.” Cathy said, “The way you look at him is special.” Kelsey did a lot of crying. Joey tried to reassure Kelsey as she was still a little teary as they said goodbye. He said that he’d miss her and see her soon. Gina: I would cry too if the mother of the man I love said “The way you look at him is special.” Her tears highlighted just how real it all was to her and that was her release! Kathy and Susan from “The Golden Hour” podcast said that they are excited to talk about finding love later in life and give advice! I can’t wait to give it a listen! Gina: SAME! Those two are gold. Or Golden, as the case may be. Daisy’s Last Date Back in Tulum, it was time for Daisy’s last date with Joey. “I really want it to be me,” Daisy said. “I just really want him to be a part of my life.” They went to have a spiritual experience and connect with nature. They did a cleansing experience in bathing suits. Then they crawled into a steam room hut to heal their minds and hearts. Then Daisy revealed to a producer that she wants to love him, but it hurts because he isn’t sure of her. “All we have is today and that’s scary. I’m just getting in my head and I need to not,” Daisy said. Then they made wishes and gave it to the fire. Joey’s wish was for her to find happiness even if it wasn’t with him. Daisy was thrown off a bit. He felt that and asked her to give him a sweaty hug. “I think it might not be us because I’m used to not being chosen,” she said. Gina: Joey said a lot without saying much right there with that wish. I don’t blame Daisy for being thrown off. That would have been the perfect time for him to reassure her and that didn’t happen. That evening, Daisy said she was going to go on the date that it was her. She wants to be able to tell him that she loves him. They talked about the fun they had on their date, but also how she got emotional. Joey said he understood. He asked her what she thought about his family and her time with them. She said that she loved them and that they must be so proud of him and that she also is so proud of him. Daisy said that you don’t know when love will come, but that “the truth is I do love you. I love you in like a way that feels so natural and so uplifting and I’m always going to support you and I do, like I love you,” Daisy said. Joey said, “It’s so good to hear, it means so much.” She felt it had been building for a while and it was like a weight was lifted. “I didn’t feel like I got very much,” she said, “which is a little terrifying.” Then, Joey started to talk about how hard his decision was going to be. “It’s not a right decision, it’s a right decision for me.” It seems like he’s giving her some indications that it might not be her. “I’ve been in your position and I left this night as confident as can be,” Joey said. He said it’s been sitting with him all week that he’s going to end up hurting someone. That’s when Daisy said she felt something was off. “He’s being measured and careful,” she said. Daisy found that he was no longer talking about the future. It felt like a goodbye speech. He then asked her to walk him out. Joey said he felt conflicted. “If I’m being 100% honest, I don’t think it’s me,” she said. Gut punch. Gina: I think we all felt that gut punch as we watched. It felt like a goodbye without it actually being a goodbye and that was heartbreaking. Kelsey’s Last Date Kelsey and Joey met up and he seemed all lit up. Joey took her to the spa to have a special day together. They stripped down and put on some robes and started with some feet exfoliations. They had a lot of fun doing some face masks and Joey said that when he’s with her he lets go and doesn’t take things so seriously. Then, they did some massages and some kissing! “I can see our future so clearly together, it’s just so exciting to think about,” she said. However, Kelsey is aware that there is still another woman in the mix. Gina: After seeing his last time with Daisy and seeing this date with Kelsey, you can understand why Daisy thinks it’s not her. The ease and comfort that Joey and Kelsey have is undeniable. Once again, this felt like what real life would be like with them. Daisy Starts to Have Doubts about Joey’s Feelings Back at the hotel, Daisy is feeling sad and hurt. He was happy to hear it, but something felt like it wasn’t “clicking fully” she said. She knows that she’s put everything on the line and given it her all. Kelsey and Joey’s Last Evening Joey smiled ear-to-ear as they talked about the great time they had together earlier in the day. “Hopefully this isn’t our last date together,” Kelsey said. They talked about the great time Joey’s family had meeting her. Kelsey said that his sisters asked her if she was ready for an engagement, and she wanted them to know it was not a box she was trying to check, she could see it with him specifically. So that was nice for him to hear. Kelsey said she cried to both of his parents when she had to think about it not being her. “I don’t want you to think about that either,” Joey said. He said that he didn’t take it for granted and that he felt lucky to be loved by her. Joey keeps focusing everything on the future. This is a very different conversation from what he had with Daisy. “I just want it to be you,” Kelsey said. Joey kissed her and she felt like she got a lot of reassurance. Gina: Joey doesn’t want her to think about it not being her? That’s a sign. No wonder Kelsey felt validated! Neil Lane Visits Joey Neil Lane visited Joey to help him pick out his future wife’s engagement ring! “Good to see you again,” Neil said to Joey. Last time, the ring was for Charity. He revealed his fears that it could happen again. Joey made his choice and seemed very excited about it. The Women Prepare Kelsey got ready in a beautiful white dress, and Daisy was in a stunning red gown. Daisy said that she knew it was not her. “Today I have to be so strong, even though I want to just crumble,” Daisy said. She walked down the hall and knocked on a door. Daisy Talks to Kelsey Daisy knocked on Kelsey’s door and they embraced in tears. She asked to come in and talk. “Don’t be terrified,” Daisy said to Kelsey. She asked how the week went and Kelsey said that everything went really well. In the evening portion she felt a lot of validation. Daisy said that she was going to be open and honest with her. She revealed that the date felt “off” and that “something was missing” and that in the evening there was no form of validation or confirmation. Daisy did a good job of asking the questions in a non-leading way. Kelsey said, “I love him so much.” Daisy was hurting deeply and she felt that she shouldn’t feel that way about someone she was supposed to marry. She wants to be with him, but she has doubts because she really thinks it’s Kelsey. “But what if it’s not,” Daisy said. Gina: OK, so this is something we’ve never seen before in a Bachelor finale. The two final women having a discussion about where they stand? Wow. I can’t imagine how difficult it must have been for Daisy, but I absolutely understand her wanting to be absolutely sure. This solidified it. The Women Arrive OK, OK, settle down now. Here it is. The women arrive TOGETHER to see Joey. We don’t know who is “The One” but they were holding hands as they pulled up. Joey is standing there looking at his ring and waiting, oh Joey, can someone warn him? Daisy approaches first. Joey starts talking to her about how she was his first connection and that he knew she understood him. Daisy said that it was great to progress their relationship and that she knew he was in her life for a reason. “Falling in love with you has been so fun, and I do love you,” she said, “But the thing is, you’re not going to choose me.” She said that the last couple of days revealed that he’s not her person and that she knows he knows it. “I know you want what’s best for me, so I’m going to do what’s best for me and I’m going to go,” Daisy said. Joey cried and said that he knows he has something more special with someone else, but “I know how much I’ll miss you and you are one of a kind and truly special and you deserve nothing but the best and I wish I could give that to you, I really do.” Joey asked if he could walk her out and she said, “It’s something I should do on my own.” They hugged at the podium and said their goodbyes. Daisy is a class act, that’s for certain. Daisy leaves “The Bachelor” after she realizes she’s not the one for Joey. Gina: First of all, the two of them in the car together, holding hands, had me screaming in my living room. We’ve definitely never seen that before! But what a powerful message it sent. First, there is no animosity between these two women. They know what they are dealing with, they have mutual respect for each other and this was just such a beautiful moment. As for Daisy talking to Joey, it was really just beautiful. She wasn’t mad that it wasn’t her, she didn’t lash out. She just said how she felt in the most eloquent way. The mutual respect she and Joey have for each other is absolutely evident. Joey cried and took some time to regroup. Daisy walked back and hugged Kelsey. “I know you’re mom’s going to be looking down on this moment,” Daisy told Kelsey. If you aren’t sobbing right now, I don’t know what you’re doing. Daisy is just incredible. So now at this point, Kelsey knows it’s her. Gina: This was the moment I started to cry. It was beautiful. Happy Women’s History Month. Here are two women making Bachelor history and really just showing us all how to be kind, decent human beings. Also, Daisy saying that if she could love the wrong person that much, imagine how much she could love the right one? Forget it. Jen and I have been watching “The Bachelor” for a VERY long time. We know that the finale episode is always emotional for those involved, but this took the emotion to a whole new level. Kelsey Gets the Final Rose Joey was back at the podium, ready for his person! Kelsey walked in with a big smile. Joey recapped how he loves learning more and more about her and seeing things through her eyes. “Everything we do, we just enjoy each other,” Joey said. “There is nothing difficult about choosing you,” Joey said. “I can’t wait another minute to tell you that I love you.” Joey got down on one knee and proposed! Kelsey said, “Yes!” Kelsey’s dad was in the live audience smiling and applauding. They professed their love back and forth and hugged. “I’m so happy,” Kelsey said. And, don’t forget…Joey asked Kelsey if she would accept his final rose and she said, “Always!” “I’m truly a fiancée to this man over here and it feels so right!” Kelsey said. Joey said it felt great to finally say he loves Kelsey and that they are engaged! Gina: Annnnd, I’m crying again. What a beautiful proposal. Kelsey said she’s on top of the world and I don’t blame her one bit. Congrats to Joey and Kelsey!! Joey on the Live Show The crowd cheered for Joey – one of America’s most beloved Bachelors ever! Joey said that he didn’t expect the way the ending happened but he’s so happy that things worked out the way it did. He said watching Daisy and Kelsey together during their conversation and that it felt empowering for them. Daisy Sees Joey Again Daisy looked beautiful in a sequin gown and said that she thought Joey’s proposal to Kelsey was beautiful. She offered her congratulations. Daisy tried to explain how she came to the understanding that it wasn’t her, and she thought the rocks in the fire moment revealed that he couldn’t think past that moment with her. He said he did the best he could in how he handled it and he didn’t realize that he was making it that obvious. Joey thanked her for all the love and respect she’s shown to him and Kelsey. She said her parents taught her to lead with love and grace. “This is something that I’ll always look back and smile on,” Daisy said. Gina: The other moment that caught my ear was Daisy saying the rose ceremony where Rachel went home was when she first thought it wasn’t her. She said Joey and Kelsey looked at each other and she went “WHOA.” It’s not me. Then it just built from there. But I gotta say, the maturity. The kindness. The love. You can see it all on display in this exchange between Daisy and Joey. Kelsey and Joey Reunite on Stage Kelsey came out on stage and kissed Joey while wearing her giant rock of an engagement ring. Everyone was so happy to see them together. Even Jesse wanted to see the ring again. Kelsey was happy they could be in public together and people could see how in love they are. “We built something so special,” Joey said. He was grateful they didn’t have to be on pause anymore now that the finale had aired. Joey said he was happy he only said, “I love you” to one woman. He added that he was nervous during the proposal and couldn’t remember which hand to grab the ring with, but it all went great! Awww, Joey said there isn’t enough time in the show to describe all the things he loves about Kelsey. “I don’t know how I’m going to have a boring day of life with her by my side.” Jesse asked Kelsey about her late mother, and she said she knows that she would love Joey and that she feels that she has watched her journey. “Grief is love’s souvenir,” Kelsey quoted as she remembered her mom. Gina: That quote hit home. It’s all too true. Joey said it was hard for Kelsey to watch his dates with other women but he was figuring things out. Kelsey said that Joey is going to move to New Orleans! Then, they plan on moving to New York this summer! Yay! Come on over to the Big Apple! Then, everyone cheered for Mark, Kelsey’s dad, as they showed him yet again in the audience. He offered the happy couple his congratulations and called the experience “a blessing.” “It’s a beautiful process and I couldn’t be prouder or happier cheers!” Mark said. Joey then gave a speech about being the luckiest guy to be spending his life with Kelsey! Jesse then said they had one more surprise, and it was a trip to Jasper! “Mark I don’t know, maybe we’ll be seeing you down the road too, that’s all I’m saying,” Jesse said. Let’s hope so! He’d be an amazing “Golden Bachelor!” The Bachelorette Announcement…or is it? Jesse welcomed back Daisy to the stage, and she said in Tulum, “If I can love the wrong person this much, just imagine how much I can love the right person.” That stuck with Jesse and the rest of Bachelor Nation. Daisy said she’s had the 1-year anniversary of having her cochlear implant, and she wants to focus on herself and her health. She’s not ready to jump back into this experience. Gina: Well, that was a fun fake-out. I thought she was going to say she was the Bachelorette! Kelsey came back out and she and Daisy supported each other yet again. “It really is inspiring,” Jesse said. They talked about supporting each other throughout the process and how they helped ease the blow of the experience so no one was caught off guard. Charity Announces ‘The Bachelorette’ Charity then announced the next “Bachelorette.” The suspense was flat-out killing me. Holy SMOKES – it’s Jenn! I’m dying! This is crazy! In case you missed it, we interviewed her on our “Playing the Field” podcast just this past week! Take a listen! Jenn Tran has been announced as the next “Bachelorette.” Jenn is ready to find love and she really wants to find love and her person. She says she hopes she’s back on the couch with a ring on her finger! She’s also the first Asian American Bachelorette! First one in franchise history. “That is an absolutely insane thing to come out of your mouth. I feel so grateful and honored,” Jenn said. Representation is so important! Jesse and Jenn did a shot at her being the new “Bachelorette!” It’s shot o’clock! Maria said that she loves her and can’t wait to see her find love! Hopefully, we get a season of paradise and we can see Maria and our other favorites find love too! Gina: Our girl Jenn is making history and I love it! She is so much fun and I think her season will be a great Bachelorette. Follow and listen to “Playing the Field,” our “Bachelor” podcast! Copyright © 2024 OnTheRedCarpet.com. All Rights Reserved.

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