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Fact Check: Were 401(k)s Really An ‘Accident Of History’?Breaking News
tags: economic history, retirement, 401k
“401(k)s are an accident of history”: That’s the title of a 2017 article at the Economic Policy Institute, which goes on to say that “401(k)s were never intended to replace pensions.”
In a 2015 CNBC article with the shorthand title (that is, in the URL), “The 401k is a failure,” that news site cited another expert:
“’401(k)s were never designed as the nation’s primary retirement system,’ said Anthony Webb, a research economist at the Center for Retirement Research. ‘They came to be that as a historical accident.’”
And also at CNBC, in 2017, reporter Kathleen Elkins called it an “accidental retirement revolution,” citing a recent Wall Street Journal article interviewing the so-called “father of the 401(k),” Ted Benna. Here are Elkins’ excerpts:
“The original proponents of the 401(k) plan, which has become the dominant source of retirement savings for most Americans, are rueful about the revolution they unintentionally began.
“’[Many early backers of the 401(k)] say it wasn’t designed to be a primary retirement tool and acknowledge they used forecasts that were too optimistic to sell the plan in its early days,’ The Wall Street Journal reports. ‘Others say the proliferation of 401(k) plans has exposed workers to big drops in the stock market and high fees from Wall Street money managers.’
“Even the ‘father of the 401(k),’ Ted Benna, tells The Journal with some regret that he ‘helped open the door for Wall Street to make even more money than they were already making.’”
Here’s the story of the “invention of the 401(k)” as told by the inventor himself, that is, at the website Benna401k LLC:
“The 401K name comes from a section of the IRS code. This section was added in 1978 but for 2 years no one paid much attention to it. A creative interpretation of that provision by a smart consultant gave birth to first 401k savings plan. The government tried to repeal the 401K provision twice once it realized the enormous tax loss from the 401K provision.
“401K plans as they evolved today are a brainchild of Ted Benna, a retirement benefit consultant working for a Pennsylvania based Johnson Cos. (not Johnson and Johnson as most sites wrongly claim). He devised the plan for a client who declined to use it because of the fear that once the government realized the tax loss potential of the plan the 401k provision would be repealed. After the client rejected it, Ted Benna persuaded his own company to use it.”
But this new conventional wisdom is missing several key points:
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Executive Director for the Centre of Arts & Artists Linda Klepinger has been involved with the burgeoning Jasper County art scene for quite some time and credits her immersion to her husband artist Nick Klepinger.
“My husband, moved here from Oregon,” Linda said. “As he was meeting new friends here in Newton, some people noticed that he was often doodling. Someone mentioned to him there was going to be a four evening water color class.”
Nick took the course and Linda said the instructor, Art Benoit told him, “You ought to keep with this, you might make something of it.” Nick took that advice and received some encouragement from Linda.
Nick won the 1976 and 1978 Iowa Duck Stamp competition, Linda said, and winning that contest allowed Nick to sell limited prints of his designs. He picked up a lot of business, so much so that he quit doing carpentry work and needed help, Linda was happy to oblige.
“We opened a small art gallery and custom framing shop in a little old house we used to live in (in Newton),” Linda said. “We had that business just a little bit over 30 years.”
Linda said she enjoyed working at the shop.
“I loved picture framing and working with people,” Linda said. “Just loved it, I very much enjoyed the relationship that was developed through the artworks. When they would bring pictures to be framed, regardless of what it is, they were allowing you into their life and their family’s lives for a little while. I miss those people very much.”
A little more than 30 years later, the Klepinger’s closed their business Klepinger Gallery & Custom Framing. They sold the building that housed the shop, which was now located in Reasnor.
“I used to get a lot of calls, because at one time it was called Klepinger Wildlife Art, from people asking, ‘Do, you stuff birds?’” Linda said jokingly.
Around the same time as they were closing their business, the idea to from CAA was starting to materialize, through a non-profit effort by the Iowa Sculpture Festival. Linda became the executive director of CAA.
“I had some connections, to other artists that we may not have had,” Linda said. “None of this was planned by the way, it’s just the way the domino’s fell. We have been lucky to have incredible volunteers and generous supporters.”
As Executive Director, Linda does it all. She does everything from shoveling snow to writing grants and is thankful to those who helped make it happen. Linda credits First Newton National Bank for their financial support and Dan and Patty Skokan for the propitiatory support in making CAA possible.
CAA Board member and close friend Terri Ayres raved about first meeting Linda in 2002 when she and her husband Jack first moved to Newton.
“I just immediately clicked with her,” Terri said. “She is the most generous, fun person I have met. She never ever complains. She’s just a sweetie and I just love her. I couldn’t have met a better person to meet as a representative of Newton. I just consider her one of my closest friends.”
She is also excited about the upcoming gift shop and gallery that will be created inside of CAA in collaboration with Central College. The gallery will feature everything from classic to modern art, thanks to the Jasper Foundations donation of art from the former Maytag House.
“We began as a grassroots effort,” Linda said. “Upon completion this new artist gift shop/gallery, will showoff quite a portion of the collection that is not able to be shown on a regular daily basis. That is exciting that we will be able to give a forum to the local artists that compromise a deep creative base here in Jasper County.”
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A Classic Example of Political Naivety
Once again, one of the many campaigns that is opposed to a normalisation of relations between Arabs and Israel has overshot the mark. This time, the campaign in question has hit the Israeli musician Daniel Barenboim, who is well-known around the world for his courageous views on the Palestinian question and the occupation of territories in 1967, views that place him firmly in the camp of those who oppose both occupation and the right wing that has dominated Israeli politics for decades.
The Israeli star conductor and pianist was initially invited to perform with his West-Eastern Divan Orchestra at the Music and Dialogue Festival in Qatar. However, following pressure from opponents of normalisation, the invitation was later withdrawn. This incident makes the effectiveness and value of such campaigns in getting the Israeli government to change its policy towards the Palestinians look questionable.
That being said, the criteria that are used to select the institutions and people that end up being victimised by such campaigns look no less questionable.
The most unsuitable target imaginable
These occasional outbursts – which occur, for example, when an Israeli academic visits an Arab university, or an Israeli writer attends a cultural event that is being held outside the Arab world but is also being attended by Arabs – are hardly preventing a normalisation of relations between Israel and the Arab world in a different area, namely in trade and business.
The reason being that trade and business is booming between Israel and both those Arab countries that have already concluded a peace treaty with it and those that have not.
What's more, these countries know fine well that Israeli products are finding their way into their countries via middlemen of other nationalities and are flooding their markets; they just couldn't care less about it.
Nevertheless, these very countries go along with the call to prevent an apparent normalisation of relations by withdrawing an invitation issued to a renowned artist of Daniel Barenboim's standing. The same Daniel Barenboim who is not only an Israeli citizen, but an Argentine citizen too and was even given honorary Palestinian citizenship by Palestinian President Yasser Arafat in recognition of his stance on the Palestinian question and his untiring efforts in support of the Palestinians' right to have their own state within the 1967 borders!
What makes the whole situation even more ludicrous is that it was Barenboim's stance on the Palestinian question that made him a target of campaigns organised by the Israeli right wing, campaigns that saw members of the Knesset demanding that his Israeli citizenship be withdrawn if he considered accepting Palestinian citizenship and dismissing him as an anti-Semite and a Jew-hater.
Gaining closure so as to live in the present
This gives the anti-normalisation withdrawal of the invitation a really bitter aftertaste, especially as Barenboim has been a guest in Ramallah both as a pianist and a conductor on several occasions.
In 2011, he even secretly organised a benefit concert in conjunction with the United Nations where members of the most famous symphony orchestras in the world came together as the "Gaza Orchestra" to play Mozart.
In view of his stance on the Palestinian question, his sympathy and solidarity with the suffering of the Palestinian people and his belief in the necessity of finding a truly creative solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Barenboim is a most unsuitable target for all this uproar, which is built solely on the objection that the famous conductor is an Israeli citizen.
In an article about Barenboim and Wagner in an appendix to the book Parallels and Paradoxes, Edward Said analysed Barenboim's daring attempt to perform Wagner's works in Israel starting in 2001 and wrote that he shared one of Barenboim's views, namely that it is essential to close with the past in order to be able to live in the present.
Said felt that the confusing and agitating pressure exerted by the past on the present is holding entire peoples captive in a hysteria of collective pain that refuses to forget. For this reason, Barenboim's clear differentiation between Wagner the man and Wagner the composer has to be seen indirectly as an attempt to heal the wounds caused by the Holocaust, an attempt to break out of the insistence to live in the past.
One can conclude that Said was encouraging the Palestinians to take a similar course in order to leave painful memories behind them and to set up a practical and concrete programme of cultural policy that would allow them to push through their issue as a matter of world conscience, similar to the way South Africa did.
Futile anti-normalisation campaigns
In Said's opinion, the anti-normalisation campaigns are futile, wasted efforts that do not help the Palestinians either politically or culturally because they focus exclusively on the Arab world and lose sight of the fact that we are living in a much larger world and in a politically more dynamic environment that is much more significant for the Palestinian-Israeli conflict too.
According to Said, it would undoubtedly make more sense to get Israeli intellectuals and politicians who sympathise with the Palestinians on board instead of scaring them off and refusing to deal with them, simply because they are Israelis; in the same way as the ANC's campaign under Nelson Mandela only began to bear fruit when white South African academics and politicians joined, which allowed them to work together with their black colleagues on the organisation of global anti-Apartheid campaigns, which ultimately led to the toppling of the apartheid regime in South Africa.
And this, says Said, is just what the Palestinians need, not Don Quixote-style campaigns against imaginary enemies that flare up once in a while in the form of totally uncoordinated, senseless spontaneous reactions, only to peter out and flame up again sometime in the future.
© Qantara.de 2012
Fakhri Saleh is a literary scholar and cultural editor at the Jordanian daily newspaper Ad Dustour. He is also chairman of the Association of Jordanian critics. His most recent publication was Before Naguib Mahfouz and After: Studies of the Arabic Novel.
Translated from the German by Aingeal Flanagan
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Ehhh? The last thing that comes to mind when I think of Until Dawn, the story-driven QTE horror game from Supermassive Games and Sony Entertainment, is first-person virtual reality shooter. But that seems to be the general gist of an email Destructoid received a few days ago. Purportedly titled Until Dawn: Rush of Blood, it seems to be not only first-person, but also on-rails as well, ala Resident Evil: The Umbrella Chronicles.
Well you get transported around inside a mine cart; it’s very literally an on-rails experience. There are a few scattered jumpscares, as you’d expect, but I played the same 20 minute section twice (once with DS4, once with dual Move controllers), so I’m hoping the full DLC is a lot more padded out. I didn’t see which character I was playing as, I’m not sure if it’s specified, but no names were mentioned at all.
It starts off shooting targets in the snow, then moves toward a house and as you get deeper into the house, enemies start appearing (I believe they were Wendigos). The frequently reused jumpscare is the ‘ghost’ from inside the house in Until Dawn, who you end up fighting for the final area I played. Upon killing the ghost, the game would crash every time.
If memory serves, when Until Dawn was announced as being made with the PlayStation 4’s VR technology in mind. Clearly that was dropped at some point, considering I can’t even quite imagine how the final game would’ve played with the Project Morpheus headset. But if this DLC turns out to be true, this might be left over from that earlier version of the game. I guess we’ll find out in a few months. | <urn:uuid:495dfd2c-5670-40cb-b79d-f19666f6e044> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.relyonhorror.com/latest-news/rumor-until-dawn-getting-on-rails-vr-shooter-dlc/ | 2022-08-08T00:18:13Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882570741.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20220808001418-20220808031418-00701.warc.gz | en | 0.968521 | 390 |
Novinium Process Secures RUS Approval for Capital Treatment
Novinium Process Secures RUS Approval For Capital Treatment
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In the order, Mr. Ackerman affirmed that based upon the actions of the FERC, the Rural Utilities Service now authorizes the capitalization of the cost associated with the injection of Novinium’s Perficio™ and Ultrinium™ fluids into underground cable. Mr. Ackerman cited the FERC’s approval was based upon information that these Novinium products extend the useful life of URD cables by at least 20 years. Novinium products also increase the voltage capacity of URD cable, enhance the reliability of the URD cable, and improve public safety. Furthermore, these Novinium products include advancements to the silicone fluid that has been in use for the last 20 years.
“While rural electric cooperatives have been capitalizing the Novinium process since its introduction in early 2006,” commented Glen Bertini, Novinium’s CEO, “this ruling affirms those previous accounting treatments, provides comfort to our future customers, and most importantly extends the favorable accounting treatment to new classes of unreliable cables excluded from the previous ruling.” | <urn:uuid:fae2cd81-82bf-4ca2-978f-0fdde74c8e42> | CC-MAIN-2019-30 | https://novinium.com/novinium-process-secures-rus-approval-for-capital-treatment/ | 2019-07-15T22:59:36Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-30/segments/1563195524254.28/warc/CC-MAIN-20190715215144-20190716001144-00221.warc.gz | en | 0.897211 | 343 |
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How do managers assess soft skills?
Job seekers tend to focus on all their flashier credentials when fluffing their resumes. While technical skills like a knack for Excel and experience in project management are no doubt important, that’s not all you should be looking for. Soft skills showcase a potential hire’s emotional intelligence, communication style and innate personality traits.
Here’s the problem: It’s awfully hard to assess those skills when candidates are on their very best behavior.
How you can push past canned answers and “game face” to size up an interviewee’s soft skills and find the candidate who best suits your needs?
Take note of nonverbal cues
1. What a candidate says is one thing. What they do can be a lot more revealing. Everything from facial expressions to posture can clue you into how a candidate is actually feeling.
2. Watch how jobseekers interact with other people in the waiting room. Did they thank your assistant for the cup of coffee they brought out? Did they walk into your office with confidence or stroll in, hands in pockets, like they own the place? How about eye contact?
3. Take notes. Nonverbal communication may not be the whole picture, but it’s definitely plays a significant role.
Evaluate their attention to detail
Attention to detail isn’t a soft skill in of itself but rather an umbrella term that encompasses a bevy of valuable skills like listening, organizing, introspection, scheduling, accuracy and diligence. To assess an applicant’s attention to detail, consider the following:
- Were they on time for their interview?
- Did they bring the references and other supportive materials requested?
- Did they remember a pen to fill out their application?
- Do they speak about their professional experience in generalities (“I helped increase sales volume”) or specifics (“My lead generation software boosted sales by 18%)?
- Do they remember and reference details from the initial job post?
Track who sends thank-you notes
Sending a thank-you note after an interview isn’t just polite, it’s also an indication that the interviewee is able to balance professionalism and gratitude. Even the content of the note can provide insight. It takes experience to be able to craft a message that feels warm without coming across as too casual. The ability to follow through with a note of appreciation and include details specific to the interview highlights an applicant’s commitment to the position and your company.
Check whether they’ve done their research
According to a Careerbuilder survey, 64% of candidates who found a promising job opportunity went on to research that company online. That effort reflects not only their attention to detail — revisiting a soft skill mentioned above — but serves as a demonstration of their interest in learning about the company they could soon join.
Jobseekers who take the time to learn about your company are already invested in being a part of your team. You’ll know they’ve put in the legwork by the way they allude to news about a recent product launch, mention an award the CEO won or echo pieces of the company mission statement and core values as part of their own professional vision. If you’re not sure they’ve done their homework, ask a leading question regarding their feelings about the company’s charitable endeavors or diversity initiatives and gauge the response.
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My favorite moment in all of television is Callie and Arizona's wedding on Grey's Anatomy. The episode is heartfelt and honest, addressing homophobia and legal discrimination without overshadowing the joy of the wedding. This was the first time I ever saw a lesbian wedding, fictional or real. It was also one of the first times I realized I could get married, too.
Television plays a huge role in how we understand and interact with the world we live in. It teaches us about things that we have never experienced before. How many of us ever actually been in a courtroom for a trial? How about in an operating room for surgery? Television is what allows us to conjure up a mental image of what all of these things look and feel like, without ever being there. The images and storylines we see play out on TV intertwine with our lived experiences to form a mental understanding of how our world works.
My senior year of college, I used my sociology thesis as an opportunity to understand more about queer representation on TV and to prove what I already knew instinctively to be true: queer women get more out of watching themselves on TV than just the good feeling that they are being represented. What exactly makes this representation so meaningful for me, and for so many others?
What I found in my research was that seeing themselves on TV doesn't just make queer women happy because they like the recognition of their identity. It also provides them with a space to think about and question their identity privately. Viewers get to see queer lives on TV and follow characters week after week to understand what living as a queer person is like.
In his book Up From Invisibility, television scholar Larry Gross explains the reason this kind of representation is particularly important for queer people. Unlike many other groups of minorities, gay and lesbian people do not usually grow up with other queer people around them. Queer children likely grow up in a family with straight parents who have mostly straight friends, and it's difficult to understand that being queer is even a possibility without an example. Television opens a window into a totally different world for someone who didn't even know it was possible to fall in love with a person of the same gender.
I heard this repeatedly throughout the course of my research. Many of the women I interviewed for my thesis spoke about looking for as many queer characters as they could find, just to help them understand what a queer relationship looked like. These representations taught them that they could get married, have successful careers, come out to their families: TV taught them that they could live fulfilling and happy lives as queer women. They found validation in their feelings and saw the potential for a loving partner and queer community in their future.
This is why media representation holds so much power for queer people in particular. Queer representation doesn't just reflect what is already there, it actually gives queer people access to worlds we haven't yet experienced. This pride month and in the future, I encourage everyone to think a little more critically about queer representation. Be more conscious about the kinds of queer characters on television and how they represent queer life and relationships. Recognize how much power these representations hold, not only in their ability to reflect a diverse world, but in their potential to open up new ones.
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Product Type: Martin Yaffe Child Development
Newest Review: ... a large circle clock which can be turned on a very big and bulky base. This takes up a lot of room when storing. The clocks face has smal... more
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Martin Yaffe Dan Jam In The Night Garden Day And Night Rotating Clock
Advantages: nice pictures
Disadvantages: little interaction
This toy clock is a Dan Jam toy. It is based on In the Night Garden and although the children enjoy the programme and the characters they do not feel the same way about this toy.
The clock is wooden and is nice to see rather than plastic. It is a large circle clock which can be turned on a very big and bulky base. This takes up a lot of room when storing.
The clocks face has small circles which also rotate. This can be annoying if trying to read the clock as half of them are usually facing the wrong direction.
The numbers are a good size and in bright colours. Obviously they are 1 to 12 as a clock would be.
The centre of the clock has a nice picture of Upsy Daisy and Iggle Piggle. On the sides are different nicely coloured pictures that include the other characters like Makka Pakka.
The hands move around easily and can be used to teach reading a clock. They do stay where they are left unlike the numbers.
This toy clock is often left out but the children never show any interest whatsoever. They walk straight past it or it is in the way of other toys.
I would not recommend this toy because of the lack of interaction the children show. Even when adults encourage reading the time they are not interested.
Summary: a clock I wouldn't recommend
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We’ve covered a lot of car auctions from RM Sotherby’s here on the pages of The Coolector but none quite as unusual and geek baiting as this 1966 Batmobile Recreation “#5” which will soon be going under the gavel with a reserve price between $180,000 – $230,000 so it’s definitely one for the serious Batman fan with particularly deep pockets.
The Batmobile from the iconic television series back in the 60s is a machine that is instantly recognisable still over half a century later and that’s testament to how popular the show was at the time. If owning a piece of this televisual history is something that appeals, getting your hands on this 1966 Batmobile Recreation “#5” at the RM Sotherby’s auction is a must.
Batman Fan Essential
Whilst it’s not the sort of vehicle that you’re likely to take on the weekly shop at the supermarket, the 1966 Batmobile Recreation “#5” is ideal fare for those with unusual car collections and will definitely appeal to the serious collectors out there. A faithful recreation of the original vehicle used in the hit show, this mesmerising steed was the 5th one created for the series so is certainly a key player in the show and a must for any serious Batman aficionado.
The 1966 Batmobile Recreation “#5” is a stand out lot in the RM Sotherby’s Auburn Auction and will be going up for grabs on the 12th May. The car has a steel body built back in the 1960s time period; and it was used to tour around the country as one of the Batman television series promotional cars which adds to its already considerable cache for Batman and classic car fans alike and we’re loving its vintage styling here at Coolector HQ.
This 1966 Batmobile Recreation “#5” was previously under the ownership of George Barris and has only had four, presumably very careful owners considering the excellent condition that its in, since its creation back in the 1960s. This amazing looking ride has obviously got all the Batman bells and whistles in the cockpit which will make driving it all the more rewarding but, truth be told, we’re pretty sure whoever gets their hands on this Batmobile will be looking to display it more than anything.
It’s fair to say that opportunities to own pieces of pop culture history like this don’t come up every day and though the price tag will make it prohibitive to most, this truly is an unparalleled chance to own something that has gone down in history and add it to your collection of motor vehicles.
Instantly recognisable and in extraordinary condition give the age of the vehicle, it’s easy to see why this is one of the most anticipated lots in the upcoming RM Sotherby’s auction in Auburn on 12th May. If you’ve got around a quarter of a million dollars burning a hole in your pocket that you’re not sure what to do with….problem solved. | <urn:uuid:cb515c3e-43ce-4b37-9091-24fcd6c9188f> | CC-MAIN-2021-17 | https://www.thecoolector.com/1966-batmobile-recreation-5/ | 2021-04-12T06:11:15Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-17/segments/1618038066613.21/warc/CC-MAIN-20210412053559-20210412083559-00368.warc.gz | en | 0.958629 | 645 |
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ALEXANDER KORDA Small clipped signature signed by Alexander Korda in blue ink and mounted on grey cardstock Signature: "Alexander Korda", 2x1 signature mounted on 2x1¼ grey cardstock (two surfaces). Alexander Korda (1893-1956) was a British film executive.
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Small clipped signature signed by Alexander Korda in blue ink and mounted on grey cardstock
Signature: "Alexander Korda", 2x1 signature mounted on 2x1¼ grey cardstock (two surfaces). Alexander Korda (1893-1956) was a British film executive. Korda, among his other accomplishments, founded London Films in 1932 and was the first film producer to be knighted. He got his start making films in 1914 and by 1917 was co-owner of Corvin, one of Hungary's largest production studios. Korda directed American and Hungarian films, including 1927's The Private Life of Helen of Troy, which made a name for in Hollywood. But Korda's name is synonymous with the British film industry. Many of the films that he produced and/or directed after 1933's The Private Life of Henry VIII were financial failures, but were critically acclaimed and have since become classics. These include such classics as The Four Feathers (1939), The Thief of Baghdad (1940) and The Third Man (1949). Korda was knighted in 1942. Lightly toned, soiled and creased. Upper left corner is missing. Otherwise, fine condition.
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All about little old me
- Ilminster, Somerset, United Kingdom
- 43 years old, one wonderful daughter and husband. I love craft, card making, scrapbooking, jewellery making, altered art. I been crafting for about 8 years or so and moving house 6 years ago allowed me the space of my own craftroom. (Much to the annoyance of my husband!)
Tuesday, 27 October 2009
Look at the beautiful colours in the cherry tree at the bottom of my garden aren't they just stunning? The £25 or so we paid for this little tree 5 years ago was worth every single penny it gives me pleasure every single day with the changes of the seasons. Pity the rest of my garden is looking a bit poo at the moment, hence the close of the tree so you can't see the rest!
I've made my daughter 21st birthday card today and here's a sneaky peak, don't want to put the whole thing on here in case she looks at my blog (unlikely but you never know?) I'll put a full piccy on when she's received it next week sometime. I'm so sad that we can't be with her on her birthday as she's away at Uni in Nottingham, boo hoo! Never mind she may be home soon for a visit fingers crossed. | <urn:uuid:94196447-5ae4-4ec4-953f-6947888f1612> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | http://lol-caramelcrush.blogspot.com/2009/10/autumn-colours.html | 2017-11-19T19:55:18Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934805761.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20171119191646-20171119211646-00398.warc.gz | en | 0.965265 | 270 |
Toronto-based singer-songwriter Shawna Caspi is coming to Herndon for a performance next Tuesday.
Classically trained, Caspi shifted to folk singing, which she pairs with a fingerpicking guitar style.
In September 2017, she released her fourth album, “Forest Fire,” which delves into “burning things down and building them up again” with bluegrass instrumentation.
Her song “Not So Silent” from her 2014 album “Apartments for Lovers” was selected for the Silver Award in the folk acoustic category of the Mid-Atlantic Song Contest presented by the Songwriters’ Association of Washington, she wrote on her website on Tuesday (Jan 8).
Her travels as a musician inspired Caspi to paint. “Shawna loves the landscapes of her travels, and while weaving them into her songs, she has also been portraying them on canvases, painting one-of-a-kind works of art inspired by the rich scenery she sees on tour,” according to her bio. So far, she has sold more than 100 original paintings.
The upcoming Herndon show has a suggested donation of $10 for members of the Folk Club and $11 for nonmembers.
— Shawna Caspi (@shawnacaspi) January 4, 2019
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13 mar 2018 La cantina Volpone, situata in Contrada Monterozzi ad Ordona, già da decenni si distingue nel campo della produzione di imbottigliati di qualità.
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Volpone (“Fox”), a wealthy Venetian without heirs, devises a scheme to become wealthier by playing on people’s greed. With the complicity of his servant Mosca (“Fly”), Volpone pretends to be near death. He Volpone is widely considered by critics to be Jonson's best play: the one in which his formal and human concerns achieve their most perfect balance. After the late 18th century, Volpone waned in popularity; the nineteenth century in general appreciated the unencumbered imagination of Shakespeare to the pointed erudition of Jonson. From a general summary to chapter summaries to explanations of famous quotes, the SparkNotes Volpone Study Guide has everything you need to ace quizzes, tests, and essays.
Volpone Summary Volpone, wealthy and childless, maybe a confidence man who attracts legacy hunters by pretending to get on the verge of death. Volpone’s “clients” – including Corvino, Corbaccio, Voltore, and woman Would-be Politic – bring him presents within the hopes of being included in his will.
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However, many scholars speculate that the first performance actually took place in early 1606. Jan 17, 2012 · Volpone is Jonson's mix of beast fable and city comedy, satirizing the greed and other sins of urban and urbane life. After Shakespeare's works, this is the most enduring of English Renaissance Volpone, a Venetian nobleman, has no relative to make his heir; he must name someone his beneficiary.
The date is uncertain since Elizabethans were very casual about the recording of exact dates. He was a scholar, a poet, and a dramatist. Jonson was born near London shortly after the death of his father. Volpone, an elderly Venetian, connives with his money-crazed servant to convince his greedy friends that he is dying, knowing that each will try to curry favor with him in order to be named his heir. He is inundated with valuable gifts, and soon finds himself entangled deeper and deeper in a web of lies. Written by firstname.lastname@example.org Volpone, Italian for sly fox, is a comedy play by Ben Jonson, first produced in 1605 – 6.
Volpone (Italian for "sly fox") is a comedy play by English playwright Ben Jonson first produced in 1605–1606, drawing on elements of city comedy and beast fable.A merciless satire of greed and lust, it remains Jonson's most-performed play, and it is ranked among the finest Jacobean era comedies. Volpone is a childless Venetian nobleman who pretends to be seriously ill so that rich fools who are even greedier than him will give him present after present in the hope that they will be the ones to get his treasure when he dies. VOLPONE BY BEN JONSON INTRODUCTION: Volpone or The Fox is a very famous play written by Ben Jonson. This play is a comedy and is often called Ben Jonson’s darkest comedy.
The play begins with him worshipping his gold in a soliloquy. Volpone’s house (vohl-POH-nay). Home of the Venetian magnifico, whose name means “fox.” With an outer gallery or waiting room for dupes and a dazzling treasure cache, piles of gold, plate Volpone, childless and rich, and his servant and parasite, Mosca, are playing a cunning and farcical game of deceit with three supposed friends who have each set their sights on becoming Volpone's sole heir. Volpone, although healthy, feigns deathly illness to urge the three to shower him with valua Aug 04, 2020 · Volpone or, The fox, a comedy. As altered from Ben Jonson, and performed at the Theatre Royal in Covent Garden This edition was published in 1778 by J. Bell in 10 hours ago · Find the quotes you need in Ben Jonson's Volpone, sortable by theme, character, or scene.
Mosca is the heir! Volpone takes place in seventeenth-century Venice, over the course of one day. The play opens at the house of Volpone, a Venetian nobleman. He and his "parasite" Mosca—part slave, part servant, part lackey—enter the shrine where Volpone keeps his gold. Volpone has amassed his fortune, we learn, through dishonest means: he is a con artist.
Volpone Summary Volpone, wealthy and childless, maybe a confidence man who attracts legacy hunters by pretending to get on the verge of death. Volpone’s “clients” – including Corvino, Corbaccio, Voltore, and woman Would-be Politic – bring him presents within the hopes of being included in his will. Volpone Volpone is the play’s central figure. He is an old, rich, childless Italian gentleman with no heir his fortune, and he values wealth above all else. His name means sly fox, which is a perfect… read analysis of Volpone Ben Jonson's comedic Jacobean play Volpone (an Italian word meaning "The Big Fox") is introduced with an Epistle (epistle means letter, especially a formal one) that sets the philosophic Mosca (the gadfly) is a parasite; this bestiary name encompasses the simple character of Volpone's servant.ako vypočítať konverzný kurz peňazí
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Volpone Volpone is the play’s central figure. He is an old, rich, childless Italian gentleman with no heir his fortune, and he values wealth above all else. His name means sly fox, which is a perfect… read analysis of Volpone
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Lame post title. Pretty soon I’m going to stop saying that. I’ll strike the creativity gold mine and always have titles that I’m happy with. But that’s not right now. 😀 I’m still looking forward to that day, whenever it comes. You can hurry up you know!
Anyway, I wanted to update you on what’s up here besides the puppy happenings. Ok, and a little of puppy stuff, too. But not just puppy stuff. 🙂 This is going to be a random ride!
We got farm fresh strawberries a couple weeks ago, and they were sooooo good. Remind me whenever I think I’m not a big strawberry fan that I just don’t like the kind they sell at Costco (very unusual!). I’m a huge berry snob, I guess. It’s an all or nothing deal for me. Some things I don’t mind compromising on, but not fresh berries! We froze most of them, and although we were considering making jam, we didn’t have time before they would have gone bad. I was a little bummed, because I don’t really use them frozen, so imagine my excitement when I saw this recipe of Lindsay’s ( ❤ )! We were hoping to make it without refined sugar, and were going to experiment with a couple different recipes, one with water and one with apple juice, since some of us were concerned the apple juice would contribute an off flavor. But since we’ve already tried Bai5 and liked it (at least, some of us 😉 ), this seems like a really good compromise! I think we will try it… I hope it turns out!
I found out last Saturday that Jessica accepted a promotion within Seattle Humane (I don’t know what she was thinking! 😀 😉 ), so she will no longer be Dog Foster Coordinator. After receiving the announcement, I kept thinking of how I should have known because of this or that reason, and I probably said, “I should have known!” way too many times that day. I’m still adjusting to this; I am not good with changes like this. 🙂 I’m sure everything will be fine with the next Coordinator, but it is a bit discouraging to have to get to know someone else just when you are on a roll with the previous person.
Poppy went back on Friday, which was a bit of a relief, because she was a little intense to care for. We had her for two weeks, and while she was doing much better, they decided to put her in foster for another 2-4 weeks. She learned to love her crate, and although she didn’t like going to bed, she would sometimes go in there on her own in the middle of the day for a nap. The funny thing was that it is so warm here, she would get into these weird positions. Or maybe she just liked laying like that, because at the time this picture was taken, she was in the air-conditioned car! 😛
She was cute, though. Even though it could be frustrating when she decided she was going to flop down in a random place to play while I was trying to go somewhere. She loved that stuffed toy!
*cue all the country songs about break-ups* Admiral is already missing his play time with her. Every night while she was here, I would let him out to go, and then he and Poppy would play. Friday night he asked me to go out, and after going to the area, he came and sat waiting for Poppy to play with him. It was so sweet!
I’ve also been sunglasses shopping, and I found a pair I liked, only to find out when I got home (I was in a hurry, so I wasn’t super diligent at the store) that there was a piece chipped off the sides, and one of the lenses wasn’t set right. So I’ll have to return them. Hopefully I can get a replacement, but if not, I’ll keep looking.
On another completely random note, this is definitely not something you see on your average shopping day!
We are going to be keeping an eye out for the pictures they took. It was kind of cool, except for the fact that they made shopping in the produce section a nightmare, since they took up an entire isle, so people had to work (and walk) around them. And because all the kids are out of school, it was even more of a zoo than usual!
All in all, this past week has been crazy busy, accompanied by a tornado of different feelings. Fear, excitement, joy, sadness, love, aspiration, and so much more that I can’t put into words. I’m not good at that!
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The other day, we posted a list of 10 jobs being automated at a surprising pace. We would be remiss if we did not include a job that is quickly being taken over by machines: the boss.
We're quickly advancing to the point in which microtasks are being managed and parceled out over networks. In a post at New Scientist, Douglas Heaven provides details on an algorithm designed by researchers at the University of Massachusetts: "AutoMan." He calls AutoMan "the first fully automatic system that can delegate tasks to human workers via crowdsourcing platforms such as Amazon's Mechanical Turk."
Indeed, the next big thing after crowdsourcing may be "crowd labor," in which tasks are delivered and return piecemeal, over the Internet, from workers all over the globe. Amazon Mechanical Turk is the leading example in use today, but new, compiled services such as photo-moderation and sentiment-analysis are also emerging.
In a paper describing the attributes of AutoMan, the UMass researchers describe the shortcomings of current crowd labor platforms:
"Crowdsourcing platforms like Amazon’s Mechanical Turk make it possible to harness human-based computational power on an unprecedented scale. However, their utility as a general-purpose computational platform remains limited. The lack of complete automation makes it difficult to orchestrate complex or interrelated tasks. Scheduling human workers to reduce latency costs real money, and jobs must be monitored and rescheduled when workers fail to complete their tasks. Furthermore, it is often difficult to predict the length of time and payment that should be budgeted for a given task. Finally, the results of human-based computations are not necessarily reliable, both because human skills and accuracy vary widely, and because workers have a financial incentive to minimize their effort."
For its part, AutoMan is designed to "send out jobs, manage workers, accept or reject work and make payments," one of its creators, Daniel Barowy of the University of Massachusetts, told New Scientist. "You're replacing people's bosses with a computer." And unlike existing crowdsourcing platforms, "AutoMan doesn't attempt to predict the reliability of its workers based on their previous performance," the report adds. "Instead, if it is not sure it has the correct answer, it keeps on posting the same job, upping the fee each time, until it is confident that it does."
There are already instances of crowd labor being deployed over the Internet to spread tasks across the globe. The big question is: will enterprises bite as well? Will crowd labor evolve into a way to get internal corporate work done?
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After 40 years of supporting youth, the Children’s Defense Fund (CDF) honored president and founder Marian Wright Edelman at an anniversary gala for her work and dedication to the organization.
Nearly 2,000 attended the Sept. 30 event, held at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C., to honor and pay tribute to 40 years of child advocacy.
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A recent study conducted by dScout found that the average user touches their phone 2,617 times a day. And that was just the average. Heavier users topped out at over 5,000+ touches a day.
But what I found even more disturbing than the sheer amount of phone interactions was when those interactions were happening. About 1 in every 10 users checked their phone in the middle of the night between 2am-6am.
This was a small study, only 94 people, so that equates to about 10 people. But my gut (and my own behavior) tells me that this is probably relatively representative of much of the population.
Check out this visualization of phone touches for two users in the study:
Note that Lori, aged 45, seems to have significantly more of an addiction than Elizabeth, aged 25. This supports another recent finding that older folks are actually much more addicted to their phones than young people.
Though I sure as hell don’t interact with my phone as much as Lori—seriously what is she doing on that phone??—I do keep my iPhone on my bedside table at night. This is a relatively recent change, and one that I seriously regret.
Prior to about 3 months ago, I had a rule to never bring my phone into the bedroom at night. In order to make this possible, I had a small Braun clock that I used to keep track of time and wake me up in the morning.
I made this choice deliberately because I didn’t want to get into the habit of checking my phone before bed or first thing when I woke up. Then, my clock broke.
Since then, I have been toting my phone into the bedroom and—in just a few months—my habits have changed vastly. I now look at text messages and check my Twitter feed before bed. While checking social media is typically entertaining for a few minutes, it becomes more toxic as it goes on. Leaving me feeling irritated, “less than”, or empty by the time I sign off.
When I wake up, I am again tempted to check my texts and open my email. If I do decide to peek into my inbox, then I inevitably start the day focused on someone else’s concerns: I’m contemplating how to respond to an unexpected request, or mulling over how to deal with an update that sparked some anxiety. I haven’t even gotten out of bed, and my thoughts are not my own.
There is much discussion about how much time we now spend on our phones, but significantly less discussion about how and why we choose to spend so much time there.
I think part of the problem is that we’re not making a choice at all. Because our phones offer to be our time-keepers, we let them. Forgoing wristwatches and clocks in favor of consulting this device that we already carry around with us everywhere.
But when we default to using our phones as timepieces, we don’t calculate the repercussions. If your phone wasn’t on your bedside table, would you check social media before bed? Or play games? Or watch videos? Or would you do something else?
If you didn’t use your phone for a watch, would you refer to it less often? Or perhaps even leave it behind when you went for a walk in the park? Would you not get sucked into a blackhole of text/notification/email-checking when you just wanted to know what time it was?
The science of choice architecture is all about defaults. Want people to invest in their 401k? Automatically enroll them, and make them opt-out if they don’t want to participate. Want people to become organ donors? Don’t make them choose to participate, just make it the default.
Defaults have a powerful influence on our behavior. And defaulting to using your phone as a timepiece has a serious impact on how you use your time in general. When you check a wristwatch or a clock, there is no further option for action afterwards. When you check the time on your phone, a whole box of tricks opens up.
It’s worth considering the ripple effects of keeping your phone by your bedside. Or the ripple effects of looking at Instagram before you drift off to sleep. Or the ripple effects of checking your email as soon as you awake. Does it add meaning to your life? Or does it make you feel anxious, or perhaps a bit empty?
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If someone has the feat Spring Attack and he has the capacity to fly, does he still need to learn Flyby Attack, since it's almost the same thing?
Spring Attack does not specify movement mode
Unlike Ride-by Attack and Fly-by Attack, Spring Attack is generic and works for any movement mode, including flight. It says only that you may move before and after the attack. So if your goal is to move, attack, and move again, while flying, you do not need Fly-by Attack; Spring Attack will let you do that.
On the other hand, Spring Attack is not, and does not count as, Fly-by Attack for prerequisites and the like. If your goal is to get something that requires Fly-by Attack, you have to take it separately. For that matter...
Note that Fly-by Attack and Spring Attack do not do exactly the same thing
Fly-by Attack allows you to take any standard action in the middle of your movement, while Spring Attack allows only a single attack, but Spring Attack protects you against attacks of opportunity made by the target of that attack, while Fly-by Attack does not. Generally, the Fly-by version is much better. So if you wanted to take advantage of its superior benefit, you would have to take Fly-by Attack separately from Spring Attack.
That said, just houserule this mess
I do strongly recommend a houserule here:
If you have any one of these feats, you can take any standard action in the middle of a move, or take your charge attack(s) at any point in the middle of a charge. If your standard action or charge attacks involve melee attacks, you may choose one of your targets; that target cannot take attacks of opportunity your movement during this maneuver might provoke from that target.
If you have any one of these feats, you count as having any of the others for the purpose of prerequisites so long as you meet the requirements for taking them.
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I spend about 30 minutes in the morning on sparkpeople reading articles and blogs while I drink my coffee. It really helps me stay motivated. I started sitting on my exercise ball while I'm reading and you'd be surprised at how it engages your muscles even though you aren't "exercising"
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When sitting around on the computer or in front of the tv, get out your exercise balance ball. Sitting on the ball while on the PC helps with balance. When watching the tv, sit and jump up and down for a great leg workout.322
I just got done folding laundry while sitting on my stability ball. Laundry is one chore I hate, and sitting on the ball turns it into an exercise. I felt my abs engaging whenever I reached for the clothes to fold and put in piles. A small way to work on your core!
If you have a stability ball and you play the sports games on Wii, try sitting on the ball. You will use more muscles than usual because you are trying to stay on of the ball, especially if you cross your ankles. I tried it this morning while playing tennis. It was intense, a better workout.
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This recording began with recollections of Sean O’Shea’s early days and his education. He entered the Civil Service in Carlow, having come from Tipperary, and he worked as a housing officer with the Urban Council for 20 years. He recalled the overcrowding of houses after the war years, and his responsibilities in the re-housing of people in the newly built Council estates. We spoke about piped water and septic tanks, which were innovations at the time, and which he helped to introduce locally. During Sean’s time he succeeded in paying off a big debt owed by the Council and this was one of the big achievements of his career. Finally, he spoke about the big changes which have taken place since his time as town clerk and the small staff numbers in former times with those in the local authorities today. | <urn:uuid:88287428-1904-4d23-8efb-09eb2760ceb0> | CC-MAIN-2019-09 | https://www.irishlifeandlore.com/product/sean-oshea-aged-77/ | 2019-02-20T11:35:20Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2019-09/segments/1550247494741.0/warc/CC-MAIN-20190220105613-20190220131613-00521.warc.gz | en | 0.993971 | 172 |
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Credited with being the home of long-form improvisation, iO (formerly Improv Olympic) has been a Chicago staple since its founding in 1981. Del Close, a world-renowned improv teacher and director, and his business partner, Charna Halpern, started the theater as a way to teach the art form and give performers a place to practice their craft. Improv is a unique theater form worth a watch for sure. Theater lovers should not miss the Improvised Shakespeare Company at iO. The incredibly talented cast performs a two-act improvised play in the style of William Shakespeare, complete with heightened language, rhyme and, of course, a slew of bizarre characters. The venue is known for training some of today’s most prolific comedians, including Amy Poehler, Jordan Peele and Bill Murray.
Jackie Taylor, an actress, playwright and avid producer, founded a community arts organization in 1976. By 2011, it had grown into a full theater and cultural center with a permanent home in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. The Black Ensemble Theater’s mission is to actively fight racism using the arts and educational programs for young people. The theater hosts world premieres of new musicals and plays and is known for being one of the most diverse theaters in the world. Its Five Play Season of Excellence puts up five plays every year written specifically for the Black Ensemble Theater and its performers. These plays must feature musical numbers, a positive story arc and historical perspective. Anyone and everyone who enjoys theater must take in one of these shows – and the company makes it easy by running 48 weeks out of the year.
Located in the historic Water Tower Water Works building on bustling Michigan Avenue, the Lookingglass Theatre focuses on bringing completely new works to the stage. After getting its start in 1988, thanks to several Northwestern University students, the venue won the 2011 Tony Award for Outstanding Regional Theater. The company puts collaboration first to create groundbreaking works of performance. Productions include everything from previously unknown dark comedies to well-known stories such as 20,000 Leagues Under the Sea. The company also boasts a Young Ensemble, which is a terrific place to see tomorrow’s stars flex their acting muscles on stage for the first time. Company members act, direct and write, which makes the Lookingglass Theatre a perfect place to see established artists explore their other talents.
This unassuming improv theater showcases some of the best improv comedy in Chicago – which is saying a lot, since the Windy City is home to some of the world’s most prolific comedy institutions. Players at the CIC Theater perform long-form improv with exuberance, inhibition and expertise. Also a training center, the venue has a full bar and offers shows Wednesday through Sunday. The best performance to check out is Saturday’s 10:30 p.m. lineup; three excellent improv teams get wild on stage, each with a unique personality and form. What makes CIC (which stands or Chemically Imbalanced Comedy) stand out is its encouragement to performers to push themselves to try innovative methods of improv and styles of play. Most teams at this theater build their own forms, which means the multiple shows an audience can see in a single night will each have a different structure, arc and pace.
Founded in 2000, Broadway in Chicago hosts the biggest and best musicals and plays at five spectacular theaters downtown Chicago. Audiences at the Auditorium Theater, the Broadway Playhouse Theater, the Cadillac Palace Theatre, the CIBC Theater and the Oriental Theater are riveted weekly with outstanding shows. The group makes up the Chicago Theater District in the Loop. Perfect for musical theater lovers, Broadway in Chicago offers hits including Miss Saigon, The Book of Mormon, Hamilton, Tootsie, Pretty Woman the Musical and many more. You can also sign up for tours of the theater spaces, if a behind-the-scenes look is what you’re after. Many productions offer rush tickets at discounted prices, too, to make enjoying Broadway-caliber shows a little more affordable.
The Museum of Contemporary Art in Chicago’s Streeterville neighborhood is home to the Edlis Neeson Theater. The MCA Stage series hosts local and internationally recognized talent in this state-of-the-art performance space. With only 300 seats and walls covered in exquisite oak panels, the Edlis Neeson is both intimate and stunning. Audiences over the years have been delighted by dance performances, film screenings, panel discussions, live theater and more. Performances typically push the envelope of what traditional theater looks, feels and sounds like, incorporating dance, film, song and spoken word into a single production. Most works are only available for short periods of time and the line-up changes frequently, so visitors should do research ahead of time to know what shows will be available on desired dates. Audiences can also expect many of the MCA Stage series shows to tackle difficult topics currently affecting our world, like prison reform and underground political movements. A must-see for theater lovers from all backgrounds.
Founded in 1988, the Strawdog Theatre Company delivers outstanding performances with a focus on ensemble-based work and a collective environment. For 30 years, the company has devoted itself to both producing never-before-seen works and reviving old classics, constantly seeking out fresh ways to inspire and entertain audiences in their storefront space in North Center. Some seasons in the past delivered up to seven plays, while others focused on just three or four. In their current season, which happens to be their 30th and the start of an era at a new address, the Strawdog Theatre Company explores what it means to write one’s own story and “determine one’s own identity” through three brand new plays. This is a terrific choice for theater lovers looking for a local, storefront theater with impactful productions. | <urn:uuid:77a40f3c-9ea1-4fc2-8e66-475c6c5b2dc6> | CC-MAIN-2020-29 | https://theculturetrip.com/north-america/usa/illinois/articles/a-theater-lovers-guide-to-chicago/ | 2020-07-13T09:37:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-29/segments/1593657143354.77/warc/CC-MAIN-20200713064946-20200713094946-00369.warc.gz | en | 0.948553 | 1,214 |
Tomorrow I’ll publish a more robust and detailed article on this subject but given how high gas prices are threatening to go, wanted to touch briefly on it today.
Vehicles are expensive to own!
Understanding that financing vehicles is more expensive than paying cash, let’s consider how much it costs Betsy and I to own our “paid off” vehicles… perhaps we should be riding our bikes more!
We currently own a 2002 Pontiac Grand Prix (hers) and a 2000 Jeep Cherokee (his). Both vehicles have been paid off for years… but despite that fact how much are they costing us each month – and do we really need to own both?
No, we don’t need both, but will most likely hold on to both until one dies. We will not, however, be replacing both.
Adding up our costs of insurance, maintenance, fuel, etc… we found that our 2 “paid off” vehicles are costing us roughly $750/month. As mentioned above, I’m publishing a detailed article on the topic tomorrow so watch for that. In the meantime, check out these other personal finance articles from around the web.
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- How Much House Can I Afford? – With the mortgage rates at their all time lows and the housing market still favoring buyers, this may be a good time to buy. But how could you tell how much house you can really afford and that you’ll be ready for homeownership?
- YNAB 3 Budget Software Review – Here is another solid review of YNAB, the same budgeting software I recommend.
- Where is My Tax Refund? – How to check the status of your tax refund.
- Can you get a mortgage after Bankruptcy? – 3 years after filing Bankruptcy Debt Kid looks to find out if it’s possible to buy a house.
- The Best Ways to Save for Retirement – Phil weighing in on helping you save for your nest-egg.
- Save tax on RESP withdrawals – If you’re looking for info on RESP’s, Mike is the go-to-guy.
- How Social Security Benefits Are Calculated – I’m glad Mike is writing about this… because I certainly wouldn’t want to! 🙂
- Do You Need to Make a Will? – I think everyone should have a will, it greatly simplifies burdens on loved ones and allows you to give where you’d like.
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By A. H. KOSCHMANN and M. H. BERGENDAHL - USGS 1968
Although more than 50 gold mines are scattered throughout Tulare County, only those in the White River district—where gold was discovered in 1853 (Goodwin, 1958, p. 339)—have had significant production.
Production of Tulare County from 1880 through 1959 was about 20,325 ounces, all from lodes. The peak year of production was 1884, when $70,000 in gold was mined. Except for a brief flurry in the early 1930's, there has been very little activity in the gold mines since 1906 (Goodwin, 1958, p. 340).
The gold in the White River district is in quartz veins in granite and in metasedimentary rocks (Goodwin, 1958, p. 340).
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RALEIGH – The Trump administration’s plan to expand drilling in offshore waters is moving slowly due to opposition from coastal states, including N.C.’s Governor Roy Cooper. The Trump administration is working to encouraging U.S. energy development outside of shale oilfields to increase the nation’s “energy independence.” But existing Obama administration lease rules remain in place through 2022 unless the new rules gain approval.
The Department of the Interior this year proposed offering 47 lease sales, including areas that had not been offered since 1983, in the U.S. outer continental shelf to drilling. The public comment period on the proposal wrapped up March 9. So far, officials in Alaska, Maine, Georgia and U.S Gulf Coast states other than Florida have said they were open to expanding drilling. At least 12 states have sought exemptions, with California saying they would deny needed permits for onshore services or transport.
“You can’t bring energy ashore unless you have access to state waters,” said Secretary Ryan Zinke last week.
Zinke remains deep in discussions with state governors, some of whom have said that they will impede or bar drilling off their coasts. In a visit Wilmington last month Cooper told supporters he will file a lawsuit if N.C. is not granted a waiver from the plan. N.C. Attorney General Josh Stein has reportedly assembled a coalition of 12 attorneys general opposed to the offshore plan. Opponents say that the state’s tourism industry could suffer and they express concerns about the effects of seismic mapping on fisheries. Seismic mapping is a process that uses sound waves to map geographical surfaces. The same process is used for development of wind energy, identifying areas at risk for earthquakes and other study.
API Director of Upstream and Industry Operations Erik Milito, of American Petroleum Institute, the trade organization for the $1.3 trillion oil and natural gas industry, says that offshore oil operations have dramatically increased environmental protections over the last ten years.
“Advanced technology, safety standards, best practices, and regulations are designed to protect the environment, marine life, and workers – while enabling us to work alongside recreational fishing, tourism, and military activities,” Milito told media members in a conference call. “Since 2010, more than 100 standards were created or strengthened, including for improved safety and environmental management, well-design, blowout prevention, and spill response to ensure we have the best protections and highest safety measures in place. “
The planning phase of the five-year proposal wraps up in 2019, but any litigation or procedural hurdles could delay any drilling, even without waivers, indefinitely. Chevron Corp, which disclosed a large Gulf of Mexico oil discovery in existing lease areas earlier this year, said new areas will have to stack up against existing projects.
They “will have to compete with the other drilling we have in the world,” said Robert Ryan, Chevron’s vice president of global exploration. “We just don’t know, most of those areas haven’t been evaluated yet.”
U.S. oil production has soared in recent years as a result of advances in drilling technology, but the increase has occurred mainly on private, rather than federal, lands – cutting states out of the potential revenue.
An economic study out from API last week said that offshore energy exploration would bring about 56,000 jobs and $4 billion in economic impact in North Carolina. About half of those jobs in the study were indirect employment stemming from the industry; mainly retail, food service and healthcare. Royalties, bonuses and rent paid to the state government would also mean an additional $500 million a year to the state’s $22 billion annual budget.
“With more than 94 percent of the total acreage in federal offshore waters currently inaccessible, opening the Outer Continental Shelf (OCS) to safe and responsible offshore energy development could further advance our energy renaissance – including more higher-paying jobs, investments in local communities, additional state revenue for public education and infrastructure, and long-term energy self-sufficiency,” said Milito.
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GAO Finds $9.4M DNC Funding Shortfall
The Federal Trade Commission spent $14.6 million on the no-call list in fiscal 2003, which ended Sept. 30, 2003, but collected only $5.2 million in fees, according to the GAO report. In fiscal 2004, the FTC collected $14 million in fees from telemarketers, just enough to cover its expenses for the year.
The money to cover the shortfall has come out of the Treasury. Whether the costs will be passed on to telemarketers is unclear.
An FTC spokesman did not return a phone call at deadline late Friday afternoon. According to the report, the FTC has filed 10 lawsuits under the no-call list while the Federal Communications Commission has issued 16 citations and entered into two consent decrees.
The FTC has conducted two surveys to gauge whether the no-call list has been effective in blocking telemarketing calls, the GAO said. One found that 90 percent reported a decrease in telemarketing calls while the other found 87 percent.
One survey showed an 80 percent reduction in telemarketing among consumers who registered for the list. However, the GAO called the survey suspect because it relied on respondents' memories of how many telemarketing calls they had received at least three months before taking the survey.
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This is a guide for the Modern Vampire; therefore, if you are of the living — a warm-blooded human — you will gain nothing useful from its study. However, if you are one of the many who are new to our existence — the undead as it were — and you do not fully understand what has happened to you or how to proceed, assistance is at hand. For the recently transformed, this guide can help you understand how your body has been changed by the transformation and what to expect surviving as one of our kind. For the traditional vampire, you may learn new ways to survive. This guide provides solutions to the problem with sunlight while explaining that blood is not all we must consume for our survival. It may also help you — and possibly others of our kind — to learn and adapt to modern times while providing sufficient explanation as to who we are and, perhaps more importantly, what we are not. With this guide in hand, you will be well prepared to enter the realm of the Modern Vampire.
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"Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe – who played the title character in the wizard franchise – is determined to settle down and start a family, and plans to take time away from the film industry when he does become a parent.
He said: "I've got kids to have at some point. They're going to keep me busy if I do – which I hope I do at some point. I'm not planning on it soon, but that’s one of the things I'm really looking forward to doing."
The 20-year-old actor – who is in an on/off relationship with Laura O'Toole - is not the only "Harry Potter" star wondering about life after the film series finishes.
Daniel’s co-star Rupert Grint – who portrays Harry’s best friend Ron Weasley – is scared about spending the rest of his life in the “real world."
He explained: "It is quite scary when this all ends because we're stepping out into the real world – it is quite a bubble I suppose, we've had these films to do every year and it's become quite a routine. I'm definitely going to miss it. It's been a great 10 years.
"I am quite keen to move on and see what else is out there."
Radcliffe and Grint – along with their co-star Emma Watson, who plays their witch friend Hermione Granger – are currently working on the final two installations from the film series.
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Leadership Development has grown tremendous traction over the years across industries. The results speak for themselves. 76% of those involved in a leadership development program are promoted into leadership positions within three years of their training. As the Boomer generation retires, companies everywhere are finding themselves in a leadership crisis but have begun to heavily invest in the next generation. Check out these stats. | <urn:uuid:887b7f6d-cd01-4034-8c5e-de029a5d0719> | CC-MAIN-2020-24 | https://jtfarrell.com/leadership-development-infographic/ | 2020-05-30T18:08:49Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-24/segments/1590347410284.51/warc/CC-MAIN-20200530165307-20200530195307-00555.warc.gz | en | 0.971746 | 82 |
Jerry Buttimer is a Senator in the 25th Seanad and currently serves as Leader of the Seanad. He is involved in a number of Oireachtas Committees, including: Implementation of the Good Friday Agreement; Members’ Interests of Seanad Éireann; and Petitions. Jerry was previously elected to Dáil Éireann in February, 2011 representing the constituency of Cork South Central. Deputy Buttimer was previously appointed as Chairperson of the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health and Children in July 2011. Prior to his election to Dáil Éireann, Deputy Buttimer served as a Senator, having been elected in July 2007, and was a member of Cork City Council from 2004 to 2007.
Under Deputy Buttimer’s stewardship the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Health and Children held a series of meetings examining the misuse of alcohol and other drugs. This process culminated in the publication of a report which detailed a series of recommendations for tackling these complex issues. Deputy Buttimer has also led the Committee’s consultation process on the Children First Bill which puts in place a statutory framework to protect children and combat child abuse and neglect.
Outside of representative politics Deputy Buttimer is actively involved in his local community and the GAA. Deputy Buttimer served on the GAA National Marketing Committee, as well as holding the position of Chairman of his local Bishopstown GAA Club.
News & Statements
Extra Ryanair flights from Cork show benefit of scrapping the travel tax - Buttimer
Fine Gael Cork South Central Senator, Jerry Buttimer, has welcomed the announcement by Ryanair of increased frequencies on their popular Lanzarote and Malaga routes from Cork Airport next summer. Ryanair has also announced more flights from Cork to Tenerife, Gran Canaria and Malaga next winter, which will lead to further growth at Cork Airport in 2017.
Buttimer urges students to apply for SUSI grant before Friday deadline
Fine Gael Senator, Jerry Buttimer, is reminding students who haven’t submitted their student grant funding applications for the 2016/2017 academic year to do so immediately, as the deadline for applications is this Friday, the 8th of July.
Transatlantic flights from Cork Airport should be raised with Vice-President Biden - Buttimer
Fine Gael Cork Senator, Jerry Buttimer, has said that the issue of transatlantic flights from Cork Airport should be raised with Vice-President Biden, during his visit to Ireland this week. | <urn:uuid:aa5384ee-ad70-4c69-bce0-dca8005f1462> | CC-MAIN-2016-50 | https://www.finegael.ie/our-people/senators/jerry-buttimer/ | 2016-12-08T18:08:34Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2016-50/segments/1480698542648.35/warc/CC-MAIN-20161202170902-00326-ip-10-31-129-80.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.972192 | 505 |
Jeff Lamm x Clutter present: Kaaarg!
Pulled in beautiful red and glow-in-the-dark marbled Sofubi, the newest release of the Kaaarg is a perfect addition to any Sofubi collection! Designed by punk rock master Jeff Lamm, known also for his traditional sofubi and kaiju monsters -- Kaaarg is a deep-sea monster with an exposed brain created with traditional Japanese themes and is ready to haunt your dreams.
Limited to just 20 pieces, this unique, unpainted run is a gorgeous addition to any Kaiju collection! Each piece stands approximately 8- inches tall, with an exposed brain and five points of articulation.
Available this Friday, Nov 27th, at 11 am est.
Priced at $200 apiece.
Friday, March 5, 2021 - 1:41pmThe OG legend Sket One has teamed up with Czee13 & Clutter to bring you a killer series of Canz that are Classics.
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The stretch between Quail Hollow Drive and Adler Road is described as a safety issue as well as an eyesore.
LAMBERTVILLE — A heavily traveled section of West Sterns Road between Quail Hollow Drive and Adler Road is to be repaved this summer.
The Bedford Township Board authorized spending $143,000 for improvements to the 0.9-mile stretch after hearing from Paul Francis, the finance committee chairman, who described the condition of the road as “a critical safety issue as well as an eyesore.”
The Monroe County Road Commission’s share of the project will be $3,960.
Mr. Francis said his committee had learned recently that the township was in line to receive more than $200,000 in additional shared revenues from the state for the 2012-to-2013 fiscal year. The panel recommended that the board increase the road maintenance and improvement budget by $200,000, to a total of $425,000 for the fiscal year.
“This increased budget amount will allow us to fund this project, the Lavoy Road bridge [replacement] project, and several other smaller, high-priority projects in 2012 to 2013,” Mr. Francis explained.
Going ahead with the Sterns project this summer means the township will not be eligible for a possible $30,000 contribution from the Monroe County Road Commission, which wanted to hold off on the project until next year at the earliest. But Mr. Francis noted that these funds were not guaranteed.
Waiting until next year would mean more deterioration, leading to increased costs when the work is done, he said, and the rest of the board agreed.
At the board meeting last week, residents of Rauch Road implored officials to do something about the crumbling condition of their street. Rauch is the boundary between Bedford and Ida townships, and Ida Township officials have a contract with the road commission for their half of the project.
Supervisor Walt Wilburn offered sympathy and said improvements would be made, but not until next year, because the road commission did not have the manpower to do the work this year.
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Wednesday, 24 February 2010
Land of contrasts
It really was not so grand ski-touring in our local Cairngorms today compared to previous days. However it gave good navigation practise and the good news is that there is a lot more snow on its way. The avalanche risk is high and of course there is also cross-loading in the swirling winds. Mountaineering, here in Scotland is probably the best training area in the world! Ski and climb here, and you are ready for anything! Also the Squirrel Cafe at Glenmore and Cairngorm Mountain do provide ace hot chocolate when you feel you need a reward! | <urn:uuid:215a2336-5841-445d-86df-fea9749e7e6d> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | http://teamascent.blogspot.com/2010/02/land-of-contrasts.html | 2017-11-24T11:01:57Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934807650.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20171124104142-20171124124142-00649.warc.gz | en | 0.973643 | 130 |
Winter may be firmly upon us now in the Northeast, but that doesn't mean we have to write off warm weather entirely.
The Caribbean isn't too far away (especially for us East Coasters), and some island hotels are featuring wonderfully affordable rates this time of year. You may have to forgo a few luxuries to stay on budget, but designer toiletries are highly overrated, right?
So pack your bags and get ready to hit the beach for a few days — or a few weeks! Oyster has the skinny on the Caribbean's best value stays.
Sure, there's no fitness center and rooms lack TVs and Wi-Fi, but its unplugged vibe is just why some guests come. Plus, with rates usually falling below $200, it's a steal compared to similar resorts — such as the slightly chicer Caves — in the area. (NB: Children under 12 are not allowed on the property.)
This Aruba resort has some great features, including rooms equipped with kitchenettes, two great pools (one with a 150-foot waterslide and the other with a waterfall), a state-of-the-art gym, and five lighted tennis courts.
Room décor at the Tropicana Aruba Resort & Casino is outdated — picture tile floors and sad floral curtains — and the beach is a 10-minute walk away, but it's hard to complain when the price is this cheap.
Quality food, oceanfront bungalows, beachside canopy beds - heck, there are even free trapeze lessons! - all come together to make this 600-room resort in the D.R. an excellent value. And hey, the sexy, 80-percent Italian clientele doesn't hurt, either.
There are some minor cleanliness issues at the Viva Wyndham Dominicus Beach, such as debris in the pool, but the beach has some of the softest sand and clearest water on the island.
The Negril Tree House has a prime spot on Seven Mile Beach; though it's one of Jamaica's most popular stretches of sand, the hotel's location puts it in a tranquil spot away from the crowds. Considering its ideal locale, you'll be hard-pressed to find a good hotel that's any cheaper.
Rooms are bare-bones — we're talkin' tiny tube TVs and tired décor — but most guests don't seem to care once they're swinging on a porch hammock overlooking Jamaica's best beach. Plus, great bars and restaurants are right next door. And the price hovers around $150 per night.
With just 11 freestanding cottages on 130 acres, the eco-minded Fond Doux Holiday Plantation is intensely lush, filled with coconut groves, fruit-bearing trees, and a working cocoa plantation — but you get that in lieu of direct access to St. Lucia's beaches. Amenities are surprisingly plenty for a property with so few beds: On-site facilities include a small spa, a bi-level pool, two organic restaurants, and two bars.
The rustic experience won't appeal to everyone, as TVs, Wi-Fi, and A/C units are absent in the rooms, but adventurous travelers on a budget will appreciate the authentic and gorgeous surroundings, and, of course, the affordable rates. Prices start at $150.
All of Divi Dutch Village Resort's suites have king beds, queen sofa sleepers, and fully equipped kitchens, making them a convenient pick for families.
Don't expect ocean views, as this Aruba property is located behind the Tamarijn resort, but guests are steps from a prime stretch of Druif Beach, as well as several impressive pools. Visitors can also make use of amenities at the four neighboring Divi properties, adding to the hotel's already solid value.
Located in an upscale community, the brightly colored, Creole-style villas at Hotel La Plantation are a bit dated but offer a solid value, coming in at around $200 per night — a good price for typically pricey St. Martin.
There is no fitness center or spa on-site, but the hotel's lush setting and solid amenities, including an excellent French-Creole restaurant, a modern pool, and a chic lounge area, are definite perks.
Guests come to unplug — there's no phone or TV in the cottages — but given its gorgeous Driftwood Spa, painting and yoga classes, and excellent food, it's also a superb value.Average nightly rates start at $115.
Located on Puerto Rico's remote southwestern coast, the Copamarina is a world away from San Juan's crowded high-rise hotels. The 106 rooms (most of which ring up under $200) are dated - with tired, striped bedspreads and small, generic bathrooms - but they're clean and have been updated with large flat-screen TVs.
The real draw at this resort, however, is its proximity to natural attractions including Gilligan's Island, the Guanica Dry Forest, and the Parguera bioluminescent bay. Guests can also snorkel, kayak, or dive just feet off of Copamarina's shore.
Guests enjoy delicious, fresh food, a clean, private beach, daily yoga and Pilates classes, and a fabulous spa. It's quiet, and a bit rustic without TVs or A/C in rooms, but after all, that's the point at this tranquil spot.
This Mediterranean-style hotel is tucked away in the hills of northern Barbados. Although it lacks an oceanfront locale, the Sugar Cane Club Hotel & Spa has something other area hotels don't: Scenic wildlife such as green monkeys, warblers, and roosters roam freely on the expansive property.
All-inclusive packages are available and help to save travelers some cash, as do suites equipped with kitchenettes, so guests can opt to eat in rather than dine out. A large outdoor pool, spa, fitness center, art gallery, and nature trail round out the hotel's impressive amenities, all of which comes at a fair price.
There's no pool, lobby, or dazzling features, but Catcha Falling Star Resort's private cliff side huts come with warm service, open-air showers, breathtaking sunsets, comfortable beds and scrumptious homemade cuisine (Ivan's serves one of the best breakfasts on the island - and it's free, to boot).
Plus, you can cliff dive into the crystal clear water as soon as you step out your door. Rates can drop down to $135/night.
The Punta Cana Hotel's modest suites are all part of a luxurious, massive resort development in the Dominican Republic which includes the La Cana golf course, the Six Senses spa, a nature preserve, eight high-profile restaurants, horse stables, and one of the best beaches in the country.
And did we mention nightly rates often fall below $100 for Deluxe Rooms?
This all-suite Divi Southwinds Beach Resort property offers an ideal location near shops, restaurants, and nightlife, as well as plenty of kid-friendly activities and rates that hover around $150/night for standard rooms.
With three pools, tennis courts, and a mini-golf course on-site, guests will have plenty to do when they're not relaxing on the hotel's peaceful stretch of white-sand beach. The rooms are beginning to show signs of wear and tear, but if the price is right, it's definitely a solid pick.
The Alexandra Resort and Spa might not be the best resort on Turks, but it is the best for the price. Renovated in 2010, contemporary rooms are spacious and stylish, and some come with kitchenettes and washer-dryers, especially helpful for families.
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Fractions and Expressions
Lesson 12 of 21
Objective: Students will be able to draw a picture and write an equation to solve a problem.
Whole group instructions
To begin I check to make sure students have the math background needed in order to be successful in this lesson. I also need to determine my students' range and depth of strategies. I ask students, "how else can you solve word problems more efficiently?"
Some students say math models and and looking for "clue" words.
I remind students of their "clue" words but warn them that in some math equations keywords can indicate different operations. You need to check that your decision makes sense by looking at the context of the problem.
The "clue" words are displayed on my math vocabulary wall. At this point of the year, I expect my students to know:
- In all
- Equal groups
- Less than
- More than
- Greater than
I ask students, "What should you do if you find more than one keyword listed in a word problem?" Students say they should re-read the math problem to make sure they understand exactly what the problem is asking them to do.
To confirm their thinking and narrow down any misconceptions, I review the given word problem to assess what they know so far. I also ask some critical thinking questions that are "Common Core" aligned. Fractions and Word Problems.docx
"How can you solve this problem in different ways?" (Or prove your work, using another way.)
"How can mathematical models help you understand the problem" Show and explain your thinking.
I want students to realize that they are using decomposing and composing skills, along with other math facts to help them solve problems. As students respond to the given questions, I use their responses to adjust the difficulty of this lesson. Doing this helps me meet my students where they are in their learning.
MP.2. Reason abstractly and quantitatively.
MP.3. Construct viable arguments and critique the reasoning of others.
MP.4. Model with mathematics.
MP.5. Use appropriate tools strategically.
MP.7. Look for and make use of structure
MP. 8. Look for and express regularity in repeated reasoning.
I encourage students to take notes throughout the lesson. I give extra points for students who have a well kept math journal.
In this interactive activity students learn to use multiple problem solving skills to solve real world problems using fractions. Technology is a great way to engage students and should be incorporated as much as possible. It is important for students to experience new concepts in many different ways. Technology and real-world scenarios allow students to stay focused and connect with how the problem is being solved, instead of just using basic computational steps.
How did you reach that conclusion?
Can you make a model to show that?
Why is that true?
Students are explaining their own thinking and thinking of other methods with accurate vocabulary as to why their solution is correct.
Guided and Modeling
I invite students to the carpet to discuss and work our way through a mathematical model.
I start off by pointing out keywords that help us decide which operation and mathematical models to use to make sense of and solve problems.
I ask students to think about how far you ride your bike when you go bike riding.
Responses are around a few miles, blocks, or a ½ a block. I'm going to use biking around the neighborhood to create a "real world" context for students.
Mike rode his bike ¾ of a mile on Tuesday, 3/4 of a mile on Thursday, and 2/4 of a mile on Saturday. How far did he ride his bike in all?
After giving students time to read the problem, I ask (1) "What keywords will help determine how to solve the problem?, (2) What are the given numbers? (3) Can drawings be used to help solve this problem? If so, how? (4) What are the steps you would use to solve this problem, and (5) What math skills are you using to solve the given problem? I take time to collect this information, and post it where students can see it.
Some students are not able to explain how to solve this problem. So, I ask them to turn and talk to their neighbor. Talking with a partner in a pair-share gives them the space to discuss and develop their thinking of how to solve their equations. Additional Problems.docx
Now that students have a better understanding of what they are expected to do. I ask them to move into their assigned seats. I want to assess students' knowledge so far. I probe their thinking by asking them what skills they noticed in the different math problems being used repeatedly? (they say math, division and subtraction) if not I briefly explain how the given math skills are used. I ask students to explain how the mathematical model helped them solve the equation. (By using a mathematical model it assists me in understanding the problem) Assessment
While students are responding to the given set of questions, I jot down any misconceptions and the names of students who appear to still be having difficulty understanding this concept. I use their response to re-teach in a small group setting. This helps me meet the needs of all students.
I encourage students to use their own problem solving methods. However, I want them to choose one problem from their given assignment to write in their math journal. I ask them to explain in detail/drawing how they solved their problem. I tell them that the math entry can be used when they need additional help solving word problems later on. | <urn:uuid:20a3f816-231d-484a-a5ad-abcb4fa835fb> | CC-MAIN-2017-47 | https://betterlesson.com/lesson/reflection/4695/video-explanation-on-how-to-solve | 2017-11-20T04:14:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-47/segments/1510934805911.18/warc/CC-MAIN-20171120032907-20171120052907-00306.warc.gz | en | 0.953516 | 1,167 |
Sick_Muse wrote: »
OS Version #: 4.1.2
Device: Samsung Galaxy SII Plus
Gender in game: Female
Brief Description of problem:
Screen freezes right after loading and the game crashes. This has been going on for two days now.
After the third update the problem remains, basically the only difference is that now the screen is dark those brief seconds before it crashes right after loading.
Some other things I think are worth mentioning (aka. RANT):
If I miss out on anything from the event because of this I'm going to give the game a thoroughly detailed bad review and then uninstalling for good.
I don't see the paying customers that Glu will lose because of this returning after uninstalling. I mean, think about it. Since we can't even save our progress, why would we? No one wants to start over.
This is just too much. I barely got to finish last weekend event because of the glitch(which lasted almost a whole day), and all we got? 20 event stars. Are you kidding me?! Oh yeah, and even those had to be collected in a limited time frame(which happened to be in the middle of the night for a lot of us. Seriously?! Haven't they heard of different time zones?!).
Can't speak for players on other platforms, but personally I feel like Glu has no respect for its Android customers and I'm fed up.
Armiora wrote: »
But what if Glu doesn't have this problem resolved next week? It would be really unfair for us - the people who can't play to miss out on all this.
Jenlicious wrote: »
I have same problem with my game too. Same OS version and gender. Bur I have iPhone 5S and I'm on level 18. Game crashes too.
Kittycatlady05 wrote: »
I updated right now but im really scared of opening my game i dont want to lose all my progress i feel that something bad is going to happen
ticisss wrote: »
I opened my game today and everything seems normal, I got 5 stars from Kim and received a call from Maria. Then I go to LAX with a intention to fly to Vegas for Kim's birthday photoshoot, but then... My game starts to crash again. Well, I think Glu is close to a solution.
Chanrin wrote: »
I tried to install the game on a new android device, i got to the "kustomize" page and the game still crashed
kokokokonut wrote: »
Hi Jenruiz, I'm sorry this is happening. Glu is working on this as we speak. I have no timetables, other than to tell you this is a high priority. I don't know the last update you took, but they had released a fix that wasn't entirely effective. But check the PlayStore, and see if there is an update. THen cross your fingers, and hope it works. If not, just keep checking the play store, and keep checking back here. As soon as there is any info, we'll post it here.
Glu thanks you for your patience, and your love of the game. They will have this resolved as soon as possible. And, the Kim's Closet offer is still available for another 2 days + I believe. (I don't see the offer, I bought it and the notification disappeared) so fingers crossed you'll be back in time to grab the dress.
I'm sorry I don't have better news, but they are working on it.
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It’s funny when you search on Google images and find a picture from your own website. Anyway, the photo originally came from NBA.com.
Expectations weren’t high for Jodie coming into the season. Last year, in limited time between the Sixers and the Bucks, Jodie only managed to shoot 38% from the floor and 32% from behind the 3-line. For a guy whose main talent was “scoring”, those percentages were unacceptable. NBA scouts knew he could score in college, but he hadn’t proven that he could score efficiently in the NBA.
Then came the start of the year, and Jodie was left on the inactive list, behind guys like Kapono and Nocioni on the perimeter depth chart. Then injuries and Jason Kapono’s awfulness happened, and Jodie started to get some opportunities. He came off the bench with some impressive performances, such as a 21-point game against the Heat, almost single-handedly keeping the team in the game with his scoring. His overall production still wasn’t terrific, but his ability to stretch the floor convinced Doug Collins to give him an opportunity to start at shooting guard alongside Andre Iguodala (instead of Evan Turner).
From there, he never looked back. In his first game as a starter, he came out with a 20-point first quarter. He’s been a productive option since who, as I detailed in my first real post here, has more of an impact than what basic stats will tell you. While he started the season wearing a suit, he now just starts. Quite the turnaround on a team whose turnaround has been remarkable.
41.2% FG, 40.2% 3FG, 90% FT*
Jodie’s calling card is his shooting. He has a quick release and enough size so that he rarely gets blocked. He works at his best as a “stand-still” shooter, meaning he’s better while really just standing behind the line, though he usually sets his feet after he catches the ball. He actually steps into position when shooting from behind the 3-line, which means that, despite his quick release, he does need a split second of space before shooting.
He doesn’t shoot much right off of screens really because he struggles in those situations. He can do it when he has the space and time to step into a shot, but he can’t just come off a screen like Jason Kapono or, if you remember way back when, Kyle Korver, and turn into a shot without really setting his feet.
*This blog sponsors Jodie Meeks’ basketball-reference page. The old blog name is on there but should change in the next day or so.
10.0 PPG, 7.2 FGA, 4.4 3FGA, 2.5 FTA
Jodie shoots a lot of threes, over 4.5 per game, leading to many of his points. That’s why he plays, so complaining about his relatively low 2-point percentage to me isn’t reasonable. He isn’t a great finisher, though it looks like he’s improved lately especially on fast-breaks. It’s actually better if he runs to the 3-line, but that’s for another time. As a free-throw shooter, Jodie is one of the best in the NBA. Often he will be put in at the end of games as the “closer”, shooting late-game free throws. He doesn’t draw fouls much outside of late game situations.
Passing and Ball-Handling
1.0 AST, 0.9 TO
Jodie’s not a great ball-handler, especially as a guard, which is OK since we have a guy like Andre Iguodala who can handle the ball very well as a small forward. Meeks won’t get many assists as he’s not a creator offensively. He won’t drive the lane in a half-court set often, and if he does he’s not looking to pass. He looks like he’s hurrying whenever he dribbles, which is alright if he actually knew where he was going at times. Put simply, he’s primarily a “D and Threes” guy who should have much control over where the ball goes offensively.
1.9 RPG, 0.2 ORPG, 1.7 DRPG
Jodie is also not a good rebounder. I did mention at the beginning of this review that Jodie’s only basic statistical value came with scoring the basketball and stretching the floor, right?
Individual and Team Defense
0.7 STL, 0.1 BLK
Jodie again doesn’t have huge numbers in either of these stats, but he does have an impact defensively. He’s quick enough to stay in front of most shooting guards but not in front of point guards, while he’s too small to handle bigger guys. So he’s pretty much limited to guarding twos, though when he does guard them he’s very effective. He does have trouble keeping up with the Ray Allen-like guys who constantly circle around screeners, but he does do a better job than anyone else on the team. He puts in a lot of effort on the defensive end and has been a better defender than I or anyone else thought he could be. Like I said earlier, he’s a “D and Threes” guy, so he’s a perfect fit for the Sixers current lineup as a role player. | <urn:uuid:9223ff8c-ea01-4c33-ba42-169dc32c4b8c> | CC-MAIN-2014-15 | http://thesixersense.com/2011/03/11/pr2011-jodie-meeks/ | 2014-04-23T08:15:39Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2014-15/segments/1398223201753.19/warc/CC-MAIN-20140423032001-00346-ip-10-147-4-33.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.974391 | 1,203 |
Today, on 24 February, JSC Grindeks has submitted the non-audited consolidated financial statements for 2011 to “Nasdaq OMXRiga”. Non-audited financial results show that the turnover of the Group of Grindeks amounted to 69.6million lats in 2011, which is by 4.5 million lats or 6.9% more than in 2010. In its turn, net profit related to the shareholders of the holding company amounted to 6.7 million lats in 2011, which, in comparison with 2010, has decreasedby 0.4 million lats or 5.6%. In 2011, gross profit margin of the Group was 58.9%, whereas, net profit margin comprised 9.6%. Products of the Group, manufactured during the Year 2011, were exported to 50 countries worldwide for the total amountof 65.8 million lats.
In 2011, ROE was 10.8%; ROA was 8.9%; ROS was11.2%; liquidity was 2.98.
Sales volume of the final dosage forms of Grindeks was 60.4 million lats in 2011 and has increased by 2.7 million lats or 4.7% more in comparison with 2010. The main markets of the final dosage forms are Russia, other CIS countries, Georgia and the Baltic States. The sales amount in Russia, other CIS countries and Georgia reached 51.8 million lats in 2011, which is by 1.6 million lats or 3.2% more than in 2010. In its turn, turnover of the final dosage forms to the Baltic States and other European countries reached 8.6million lats, which is by 1.1 million lats or 14.7% more than in 2010. The most demanded products of Grindeks are the brand product Mildronate®, ointments – Capsicam®, Viprosal B®, Sulfargin®, central nervous system medications – Somnols®, Rispaxol® and the original anti-cancer medication Ftorafur®.
In 2011, sales of the active pharmaceutical ingredients reached 9.2 million lats, which is by 1.8 million lats or 24.3% more than in 2010. The main active pharmaceutical ingredient export markets for Grindeks are Germany, the Netherlands, Japan and the U.S. The most demanded pharmaceutical ingredients of Grindeks are: zopiclone, oxytocin, ftorafur (tegafur), UDCA (ursodeoxycholic acid) as well as the veterinary products – detomidine, medetomidine, atipamezole and xylazin. Overall Grindeks produces 22 active pharmaceutical ingredients. In 2011, the company introduced 7 new active pharmaceutical ingredients. In 2011, the zopiclone of Grindeks share of the world market was 25%, while the oxytocin ’s share of the world market was 30%. Grindeks veterinary substances’ market share in the EU amounted to 32% of the European Union market.
Chairman of the Board of JSC Grindeks Juris Bundulis: “In the foreground of our business is the patient –a human being with his health. It helps people both in times of need and inimproving the quality of life. On the one hand, this business has a humanitarian character, on the other hand, it is a business that requires enormous resources, besides, competition, both in the final dosage form and in the active pharmaceutical ingredient business, is very fierce. However, it gives a stimulus to develop and look for new solutions. In 2011, Grindeks continued to strengthen its position in existing markets and increased the turnover up to 69.9 million lats. In order to achieve better results in the future and to offer patients more efficient and modern medications, the strategic priority of Grindeks will be the product range expansion. In addition to existing therapeutic groups, Grindeks will develop new therapeutic directions – gastrointestinal and antimicrobial medications. In 2012, Grindeks will also pay special attention to strengthening the position of the foreign representative offices in all markets.
Grindeks is the leading pharmaceutical company in the Baltic States. Its main fields of action are: research, development, manufacturing and sale of original products, generics and active pharmaceutical ingredients. The Group of Grindeks consists of four subsidiary companies in Latvia, Estonia and Russia, as well representative offices in ten countries.
Grindeks specializes in the heart and cardiovascular, CNS and anti-cancer medication therapeutic groups. A range of products covers a successful combination of original products and generics, with the original products Mildronate® and Ftorafur® and more than 100 forms of effective and safe generics included therein. Currently Grindeks produces 22 active pharmaceutical ingredients.
Products of the company are exported to 50 countries and its export comprises more than 95% of the total turnover. The main markets are: Russia and other CIS countries, the Baltic States, Germany and the Netherlands. In 2010 The Ministry of Economics of Republic of Latvia and Investment and Development Agency ofLatvia awarded Grindeksas the most export potential company of Latvia.
During the last years the company realized many considerable investment projects in purpose to increase production capacity and develop infrastructure and invested 32.7 million lats within five years.
JSC Grindeks shares are listed in the Official List of „Nasdaq OMX Riga”. Major shareholders of JSC Grindeks are Kirovs Lipmans – 33.29%, Anna Lipmane – 16.69%, „AB.LV Private Equity fund 2010” – 11.38%, „Skandinaviska Enskilda Banken” – 11.01%, „Swedbank” AS Clients Account – 9%.
Head of the Communications Department, JSC Grindeks
Phones: (+371) 67083370, (+371) 29256012
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If you have a motor vehicle before, it is highly likely that you have heard of the Bosch brand. This German company has built a solid reputation for itself in the global automotive market. However, the company has expanded its business beyond the automotive industry. Bosch’s portfolio of innovations now includes a generous number of products spanning across several categories including home appliances, power tools, and garden tools. Bosch continues to create innovative solutions to its global network of consumers. Bosch is also known for its researching and developing new technologies to fulfill market demands.
As prove of Bosch’s continuous dedication to offer the latest-and-greatest technology to its users, the brand has started working on a project with the world’s electric car giant, Tesla, to develop a hybrid car power supply system. Here are some of Bosch Philippines’s products that you should have at home:
Bosch in the Automotive Industry
Bosch has made a big impact in the global automobile industry with its reliable products. In fact, it is widely regarded as the world’s largest supplier of automotive components with 60% of its annual sales deriving from the automotive field. Bosch has been awarded multiple international awards and accolades over the years for the automobile parts that it provides. Some of these awards are voted by users themselves, representing the trust that users have for its products.
Bosch’s inventory of automotive components includes brakes, controls, electrical drives, electronics, fuel systems, and so much more. Bosch’s products can be commonly seen in most vehicle repair workshops at stores providing vehicle parts. The innovative solutions provided by Bosch Philippines are highly recommended and
Vehicle Repair Services by Bosch Philippines
Besides providing high-quality products to its customers, Bosch also provides top-of-the-class services to ensure that your vehicles are in tip-top condition. Bosch offers professional advice, maintenance, and repair services for your vehicles. Drivers around the world, including those in
Being the leading provider of automotive parts, it is apparent that Bosch Philippines is experts when it comes to vehicle maintenance and repairs. Hence, you can rest assured that your vehicle is in good hands with Bosch Philippines’s experts.
Bosch Philippines’s Power Tools
With the right power tools, DIY projects are twice as enjoyable. Bosch Philippines’s power tools have always been an integral part of many DIY projects done by Filipinos over the years. Not only does Bosch Philippines provide more options, its products also enable you to work more precisely, productively, flexibly, and safely, ensuring a hassle-free process for DIY enthusiasts. Bosch Philippines’s power tools feature impressive quality, durable materials, first-class handling, and cutting-edge technology for you to provide the best DIY experience.
From easy-to-use cordless drills to powerful multi-cutters, Bosch Philippines’s power tools are well-equipped to fulfill any home improvement needs that you might have. The tools provide sufficient power to ensure that they can be used for big scale projects which normal tools are unable to handle. Moreover, they also sport useful safety features to guarantees users’ safety while using the power tools.
Do you have a garden at home but unsure how to fully
When Bosch Philippines is mentioned, the first thing that comes to mind is the brand’s award-winning automotive products. However, Bosch Philippines has ventured other industries, one of it being the home appliances market. Bosch Philippines offers a wide array of home appliances that you can equip your home with. Bosch Philippines provides intelligent, reliable, and innovative solutions to make your everyday routines easier every day. Washing machines, ovens, dishwashers, you name it Bosch Philippines has it. Being the innovative brand that it is known for, Bosch Philippines applies advanced technologies to its home appliances, providing additional functionality and simplicity. | <urn:uuid:52ede2ec-5eac-4159-a98b-44e3dc4d640b> | CC-MAIN-2017-34 | https://iprice.ph/bosch/ | 2017-08-23T18:13:12Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2017-34/segments/1502886123312.44/warc/CC-MAIN-20170823171414-20170823191414-00717.warc.gz | en | 0.951743 | 815 |
Rocksteady to end its epic trilogy with Batman Arkham KnightFiled inside: Games
Rocksteady Studios is finally back, and ready to bring us the epic conclusion to their wildly entertaining and popular Arkham series. Batman Arkham Knight is Rocksteady’s third and final entry into the Batman saga, and from the looks of things, developers are pulling no punches to make this release a truly climactic finale. Some would argue that this is the fourth title in the series, but it is important to note that Batman Arkham Origins was developed by WB Studios, although some of the creators at Rocksteady do recognize it as a canon addition to the Arkham universe.
Batman Arkham Knight takes place approximately one year after the events of Batman Arkham City. The Dark Knight is at the peak of his ability, keeping the streets of Gotham safe and devoid of criminal activity by employing powerful new skills and technologies. With the Joker unable to threaten the city, things are finally taking a positive turn. But Batman is soon faced with a serious threat, and this time it’s aimed directly at him. The Scarecrow arrives back in Gotham, with a goal to finally bring Batman to his knees. Rather than dabble in world domination, Scarecrow plans to use his psychotic mind control and will-bending tools to recruit all the local villains into ending the Dark Knight’s life.
Gotham’s seedy crime lords are back in full force, and players will have run-ins with Penguin, Harley Quinn, Two-Face, Deadshot, and the Riddler. It isn’t yet clear on who else we can expect to see shambling around within the dark, urban setting, but if this release is anything like Arkham City, we can expect to see a plethora of villain cameos. While Scarecrow is technically the main baddie for this title, Rocksteady is turning heads and sparking interest with their own villainous creation. The developer has partnered with DC comics to bring the Arkham Knight to life, a brand new threat created specifically for the series finale.
The Arkham Knight sports a sleek, robotic looking “batsuit,” with the Arkham Asylum logo imprinted on the chest. Rocksteady is remaining pretty tight lipped about who the Arkham Knight may be, but did state that the villain will push Batman and his allies to their physical and mental limit.
Some previous gameplay elements and gadgets return in Batman Arkham Knight. The grapnel gun, batarangs, and line launcher are just a few of the tools you’ll have access to. The combat system is relatively unchanged, with a few unique upgrades that will make it easier for you to chain together attacks and counter maneuvers. Batman will now be able to disarm weapon-wielding enemies, and then utilize those items on other baddies a few times before the weapon eventually breaks. You will also have the ability to chain attacks onto prone targets now, allow you to continue your combos, even when you lack a large group of upright enemies. Riddler trophies and other collectibles also make a comeback.
Takedowns see a few interesting upgrades. Batman will now be able to perform multiple take downs from within air ducts and vents, via grates. He can also use these grates to escape combat, and can enter them swiftly, without the need to be directly over them. Batman will also be able to perform a “fear takedown,” which allows him to eliminate up to three enemies at one time. When the first takedown is initiated, time will slow down, allowing you an opportunity to chain an attack on another enemy. | <urn:uuid:9194809f-6835-4a57-b934-db821f5d6352> | CC-MAIN-2021-43 | https://thumbthrone.com/games/rocksteady-to-end-its-epic-trilogy-with-batman-arkham-knight/ | 2021-10-23T10:36:40Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2021-43/segments/1634323585671.36/warc/CC-MAIN-20211023095849-20211023125849-00630.warc.gz | en | 0.953979 | 738 |
Ferrari Owners’ Club Taiwan was founded officially in 2015. A group of Ferrari owners was carefully selected of those that shared racing passion and lifestyle of the Ferrari culture in Taiwan. During recent years, with Taiwan Official Dealer – Modena Motori as our pillar, our club has expanded from a handful of Ferrari owners into an active group of enthusiasts that frequently gathers every month.Mehr lesen
Our club aims to safeguard the Ferrari heritage via exciting gatherings and activities while also forging a stronger bond between Ferrari owners. Through many different exclusive Ferrari driving occasions, members will further experience the Ferrari brand and elevate a stronger sense of driving responsibility –each becoming of a Ferrari Ambassador.
FOC name: Ferrari Owners’ Club of Taiwan
Number of members: 65
Address: No.190, Rui-Guang Rd., Nei-Hu, Taipei, 11491. Taiwan
President: Gary Kao
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Haka Lyric Limited Edition Screenprint by Dick FrizzellRegular price $1,050.00
This limited edition has a run size of 250 prints.
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- Limited edition screenprint
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- Paper size: 56 x 76 cm
- Signed, dated, and numbered in pencil by Dick Frizzell
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Dr. Kendall Wyatt, internal medicine resident, provided invaluable service during the COVID-19 pandemic.
He very quickly organized a "think tank" approach to review emerging literature with other residents and medical students. He provided bulletins and updates which were used by key leaders within CAMC to assist in navigating scenarios with no clearly defined "right" answer.
Wyatt worked on many multidisciplinary committees, volunteered to perform these actions and delivered results that assisted the system and staff in responding to the multitude of challenges related to COVID-19.
During his week off, Wyatt assisted in the re-opening strategy for elective procedures. He performed best practice searches, met with key front line staff, and drafted workflows and educational documents to drive standard process and smooth implementation during this time. | <urn:uuid:ae9b7589-70e3-466a-a958-b061e5312593> | CC-MAIN-2020-34 | https://www.camc.org/body.cfm?id=13&action=detail&ref=1569 | 2020-08-11T01:23:37Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-34/segments/1596439738723.55/warc/CC-MAIN-20200810235513-20200811025513-00028.warc.gz | en | 0.961231 | 162 |
We’re excited to show you the new flamingo party supplies for your next flamingo birthday party! Check them out below and use coupon code NEWFLAM for 10% until 06/13/2018!
How adorable is the new flamingo birthday chalkboard? This chalkboard can be made for any birthday age by substituting with your new categories.
Let’s not forget about the matching birthday invitations! These invitations come in 2 different designs, the first one doesn’t include a photo and the second design you can add a photo.
Don’t forget to get the matching flamingo birthday thank you cards. Thank all of your family and friends for celebrating such a special day! This one also comes with the option of with or without a photo.
We hope you like the new designs! Save 10% off your flamingo purchases until 06/30/2018 by using coupon code NEWFLAM at checkout. | <urn:uuid:06479e3a-d6cd-45f0-ab7d-e3f362e30746> | CC-MAIN-2020-45 | https://www.simplydovie.com/flamingo-birthday-party-supplies/ | 2020-10-24T20:52:06Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2020-45/segments/1603107884755.46/warc/CC-MAIN-20201024194049-20201024224049-00343.warc.gz | en | 0.888186 | 192 |
NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback empowers people of all ages to achieve their full potential.
Whether you are looking to climb the corporate ladder, grow your business, pass an important test or feeling overwhelmed by the stress of life, NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback training can remove mental blocks and open the door to success.
NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback is powerful technology, it is 100% natural, non-invasive and drug free. NeurOptimal® Neurofeedback assists the brain and central nervous system in making use of inherent ability to self-correct, re-organize and self-heal.
NeurOptimal® brain training is all about renormalizing the flow and function of the brain and Central Nervous System so that it can return to its healthy and ‘chaotic’ state. Dr. Valdeane Brown, developer of NeurOptimal®
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Respected institutions such as the FDA (USA) and the American Academy of Pediatrics have endorsed Neurofeedback due to its safety and efficacy.
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Can you imagine what it would be like to free up your natural creative processes and learn to work cooperatively with them for your desired outcomes?
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Catalysis by zeolites is dependent on shape. Because zeolites are shape-selective catalysts. They are alumino silicates Which are microporous in nature. It has Honeycomb structure. That makes them shape selective. In zeolites, some si atoms are replaced by Al to form Al-O-Si network.
Reactants are very sensitive to the pore size of zeolites. Zeolites are used in petrochemical industry. Ex- ZSM-5 used to convert alcohol into gasoline.
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FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. – Four Northern Arizona University student-athletes were recognized among their graduating peers Tuesday night with the prestigious Gold Axe Award. Andrea Derflinger, Emma Lowther and Stirling Smith of the swimming & diving team and Jim Herrero of the football team received the Gold Axe Award for the 2014 spring semester for their achievements on and off the field and their service to the university as well as the community.
The Gold Axe Award is a tribute to outstanding academic performance, leadership and service to the community. With this semester's four honorees, the NAU Athletics Department has now produced 37 Gold Axe winners since 2004.
Derflinger, a native of Anthem, Ariz. will graduate in May with a double major in psychology and criminology & criminal justice. She owns the fourth fastest 200 butterfly time in program history (2:02.28) and posted her best finish at this year's WAC Championships. In the 200 butterfly, Derflinger placed fifth overall with a time of 2:03.66 to earn her second career All-WAC second team honor. A four-time Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete and three-time WAC All-Academic selection, Derflinger currently sports a 3.45 GPA and has been active in passing on her knowledge in the pool to others. She serves as an instructor as both a private swim instructor and water safety instructor at Flagstaff Athletic Club, the Wall Aquatic Center and the Anthem Community Center, working with infants and toddlers all the way to older adults. Derflinger has also acted as treasurer for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners Club at NAU.
"It is a huge honor and I wasn't expecting to get it when I applied," Derflinger said. "It makes everything worth it. I put in so much time in athletics and academics as well, so to be recognized for that is awesome. It's really exciting all the way around and this type of award will help me as I head into grad school."
Lowther will graduate with a degree in health sciences – public health in May to cap off her impressive career both in and out of the pool at NAU. She will leave as the school record holder in the 200 freestyle (1:48.26) in addition to the second-fastest times in the 500 freestyle and 200 butterfly and the fourth-fastest time in the 1,650 freestyle. The native of Cockle Bay, New Zealand is also a member of the school record 400 and 800 freestyle relay teams. This season, Lowther was the silver medalist in the 500 free and the mile at the WAC Championships while also swimming the anchor leg of the bronze medal winning 800 free relay team, pushing her total up to 14 career WAC medals. The two-time CollegeSwimming.com Mid-Major All-American and 15-time All-WAC honoree has been recognized for her academic work all four years as a WAC All-Academic selection and Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete. Lowther, owner of a 3.78 GPA, will also be recognized as the Distinguished Senior of the Year for the Health Sciences and Department and Public Health program and is the president of the College Health Education Club (CHEC) and is a certified peer educator to give presentations on various health topics.
"Coming here that I had the idea that I would swim well so the focus was on swimming because that was important to me," Lowther said. "I realized very quickly that academics and community service was just as important, so I got involved in CHEC. Realizing that I could become an all-around person at NAU is very special to me and I'm proud to be a part of a program that thinks that becoming well-rounded is important."
Smith of Stoughton, Wis. received her Gold Axe Award on the same day in which she was named NAU's Female Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete of the Year. The breaststroker from Stoughton, Wis. had her best season this year earning her first career medal – the bronze in the 200 breaststroke – at the WAC Championships in addition to placing fourth in the 100 breaststroke and 12th in the 200 IM with lifetime-best times in all three events. Smith finished her swimming career with three All-WAC honors and will leave with career-best times of 1:03.07 in the 100 breast and 2:16.39 in the 200 breast, good for second and fourth all-time in the NAU record books. She was named a WAC All-Academic selection and Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete all four years while carrying a GPA of 3.96. Smith currently volunteers at Flagstaff Medical Center and has served on the NAU Student-Athlete Advisory Committee the last three years. She also served as a student-athlete representative on the Gender Equity and Student-Athlete Well-Being Committee for two years.
"Winning the Gold Axe, along with my teammates Andrea and Emma, is a good representation of how strong and motivated our senior class was on the swim team," Smith said. "We were all motivated by each other's energy athletically and in the classroom. We all pushed each other to be the best that we could be."
Herrero is the football team's first Gold Axe recipient since 2011 and has done exceptional work off the field. Herrero appeared in four games this season and earned two starts against UC Davis and South Dakota. He was named the team's Offensive Scout Team Player of the Year in 2012 and has been a valuable member of NAU's offensive line during his career. Off the field, Herrero has been stellar as he was named to the Dean's List every semester. With a 3.94 GPA, Herrero is a three-time Golden Eagle Scholar-Athlete and AD Honor Roll honoree. He is also active in the outdoor community, serving as the Vice President of the NAU Bass Fishing club and he is a member of the Coconino Trail Riders. The Kingman, Ariz. native has volunteered with Outdoor Experience for All and Hunt of a Lifetime, giving opportunity to disable children and adults to enjoy the outdoors. On campus, he is a member of the Exercise Science club and is a Teacher's Assistant for the statistics program and biology department. Herrero will graduate with a degree in exercise science in May and has been accepted into Physical Therapy school for the fall.
"It feels great to win a very prestigious award that wraps up my career at NAU," Herrero said. "It symbolizes all the things I've been able to do and accomplish through the help of the athletic department and the academic department and everybody else at NAU."
The tradition of the Gold Axe Award dates back to 1933, a year after the student body adopted the axe as the symbol for Lumberjack athletics. It was then that NAU adopted the tradition of awarding small gold axe pins to outstanding members of the student body. The gold axe pin is still considered the official emblem of the Associated Students of NAU and is presented to recognize students' outstanding achievements and distinguished service to the university and the greater community. | <urn:uuid:880fc888-2653-4eeb-a91f-57497240c736> | CC-MAIN-2015-35 | http://www.nauathletics.com/releases/GoldAxe_Spring14 | 2015-08-30T22:33:51Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2015-35/segments/1440644065375.30/warc/CC-MAIN-20150827025425-00333-ip-10-171-96-226.ec2.internal.warc.gz | en | 0.979632 | 1,484 |
Entertainment lawyer Samuel Seow is well known in show business circles for representing celebrities in cases that are widely reported.
But few people know that the 43-year-old managing director of Samuel Seow Law Corporation almost became a singer himself.
"I was the champion in the 1990 National Chinese Local Song Talentime," he says. "Tanya Chua was the runner-up."
The singing contest was an annual competition for students in the 1990s and Seow, then a 17-year-old from Victoria Junior College, won with his rendition of an Eric Moo ballad.
His interest in entertainment was why he took on show business cases when he became a lawyer. He also noticed when he started practising law 17 years ago that no one was specialising in such cases.
"So I thought I might as well carve a niche for myself," he says.
WHAT WOULD YOUR LAST MEAL BE?
Chicken curry, luncheon meat and fried rice. Although these days, I - like many people - can have the luxury of eating very good food, these are food from my childhood.
His first "big case" was representing former actress Michelle Saram, who was sued by her Taiwanese management agency for breach of contract in 2001.
The second was to help Chua in her bid to get her former music publisher, Music & Movement, to release the rights to her songs.
He was also in the news a week ago, offering legal help to a group of freelancers, such as wardrobe stylists and art direction assistants, who are owed payment by Two Oceans Film Company, which has closed down.
His firm has associations with legal practices in cities such as Shanghai and Kuala Lumpur.
Seow, who is single, also owns Beam Artistes, a management company representing about 20 artists, including Shane Pow, Jaymee Ong and Paul Foster. The company also organises Manhunt Singapore, an annual male pageant.
What is your comfort food?
I love chicken curry, fried rice and luncheon meat because these are what I grew up on.
But a good chicken curry is hard to find. I like the curry to be very thick, very lemak. I sometimes find it in Kuala Lumpur.
As for my love for luncheon meat, when I was young, my mother would fry it - she called it ham - and served it to me almost every day with fried egg and fries.
When the brand Ma Ling was banned in Singapore some years ago, those were the dark ages of my life. There's no replacement for luncheon meat. I find Spam too oily.
I was very skinny as a child so my mother fed me fatty food.
When I was in Primary 1 to 3, I looked almost anorexic. Then from Primary 4, I started putting on weight and didn't stop.
So you became overweight?
Yes, but five years ago, I started a no-carbohydrate diet. I weighed 95kg when I started the diet and managed to lose more than 15kg to hit 68kg, which was too low for my 1.8m height. I am now about 73kg, which is my ideal weight. I also go to the gym twice a week.
Do you have a favourite cuisine?
I love Baba food because I'm half- Peranakan through my father's family.
Do you have a favourite Peranakan restaurant?
There isn't a very good place. I went to a new restaurant recently, but it was very disappointing.
I used to like Guan Hoe Soon in Joo Chiat Road, but I think its standard has dropped. I still like the foo yong crab there though. I can have a whole plate to myself.
I tried to look for Peranakan food in Penang, but it's so different there. They don't have ayam buah keluak, for example.
So the best is to eat at friends' homes. What are your favourite eateries?
I'm a creature of habit. On most days, I lunch at the Imperial Treasure Noodle and Congee House in 100AM mall next to Amara Hotel.
I usually order half a roast chicken and a plate of barbecued pork collar. Or a dish of egg white fried with prawns that is off the menu. I don't order any carbs.
I sometimes have dim sum too. I like siew mai (pork dumpling), but not har gau (shrimp dumpling), probably because I like pork.
Another restaurant I like to go to is Alkaff Mansion because I like the ambience. For me, food is not the only important thing. I usually order suckling pig. But sometimes, the chef would do a grilled spring chicken that is not on the menu.
I also go to Sushi Murasaki in Millenia Walk for omakase meals.
Don't you eat carbs now?
About once a month, I have a carb day. I like the Jalan Tua Kong bak chor mee. There're a few outlets scattered around the East now and one is in Joo Chiat near where I live. That's the one I go to.
And when I see a plate of fried rice with good wok hei, I abandon my diet. Imperial Treasure has good fried rice.
I also like Xiang Yuan Ji's shen jian bao (Shanghai pan-fried dumpling). The eatery in Jalan Besar is nestled among the bars in the area and is not classy, but the bao is really good.
You travel to Kuala Lumpur often to visit your partnership firm, Seow & Associates.
What do you like to eat there?
The char siew in Kuala Lumpur is the best. There are several places I go to for that, such as Meng Kee in Glenmarie Industrial Park near the Pan Pacific hotel in Shah Alam and Champs, which has a few branches, including in Bangsar.
I would go with business associates and order a big plate of char siew for myself and a medium one for everyone else to share. I won't have any rice, but the rest would order noodles.
I've also tried the sang har meen (fried egg noodle with live prawns) in Jalan Imbi and it's really good. It costs RM110 (S$37) a plate because the prawns are very big and I think the price is okay. The stall owner tells you the price beforehand, which is fair.
What was the most exotic thing you have eaten?
In Shanghai, I ate snake that was braised and served dry at a restaurant in The Cool Docks (Lao Ma Tou), which are factory warehouses by the Bund that have been converted into restaurants - like Clarke Quay.
I could see it was a snake, so I just closed my eyes and ate it. The taste was just okay, like a chewy kind of chicken.
I've also had crocodile in Australia. It was minced and packed in a burger.
Do you cook?
Only luncheon meat and chicken that I cook in an Airfryer.
If you could choose anyone in the world to have a meal with, who would that be?
I never had the chance to talk to my father before he died very suddenly at the age of 63. He was a policeman before going into insurance.
He had diabetes and was in hospital to have his leg amputated, but he was gone in the middle of the night even before the operation.
I would like to have the opportunity to get to know him better. He died 11 years ago, the year I set up my firm. I would like to find out if he would be proud of me.
I would take my parents to a nice restaurant that we couldn't afford when I was young.
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In the past 14 months we've had no fewer than 11 PlayStation Move dancing games, with Ubisoft's Just Dance 3 due to land in December. That swamped market — dancing games make up over 10% of Move's library — gives precious little room to breathe for each new arrival, so can Get Up and Dance make a name for itself?
By now you're probably getting the feeling that if you've seen one PlayStation Move dancing game you've seen them all, and Get Up and Dance does very little to break the mould: follow the on-screen dancer's moves to one of 40 licensed tracks, with icons showing what body part to move and where. There's a fitness mode, a practice mode and multiplayer game types — so far, so standard.
In fact, there's definitely something very familiar about the whole package: it lifts its gaudily silhouetted dancers straight from Ubisoft's mammoth franchise, to the extent Ubi even investigated legal proceedings against publisher O-Games, though nothing ever came of it. Of course, we're not suggesting this is the first game to take Just Dance as its template, but it sticks closer than most.
Probably the game's biggest contribution to the genre is the co-operative story mode of sorts, where you and your friends take to the stage together, aiming to keep your approval rating high enough to avoid the talent show-style red crosses that see your career come to an end. It's good to see content added for groups considering the genre's obvious multiplayer appeal, with save files letting you pick up and come back later down the road.
Whether in a group or solo, the on-screen icons are a little cluttered. Arrows show what to move and where, with two tones used to indicate which movement comes first, but they're not as clear or as large as you'd like — with limbs everywhere, some resemble insects more than dance moves. You can just about get along by following the neon dancer, but it's a poor second choice.
Move recognition is decent, although as with most games you can shake to cheat if you really want to. Where's the fun in that, though?
Dance games on Move are rapidly approaching critical mass, and Get Up and Dance simply doesn't do enough to stand out from the crowd: whereas the genre gained its popularity by sharing the joy of dancing, Get Up and Dance never gets there, feeling more like it was borne from a desire to fit in rather than innovate. It's no disaster, but it's no disco diva either. | <urn:uuid:f0a8caf8-6a62-481e-b6fe-408dba1fc8ed> | CC-MAIN-2022-33 | https://www.pushsquare.com/reviews/ps3/get_up_and_dance | 2022-08-16T07:15:43Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2022-33/segments/1659882572221.38/warc/CC-MAIN-20220816060335-20220816090335-00769.warc.gz | en | 0.964328 | 520 |
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Rabbit Prices. Find up to date rabbit price listings. Information on pet rabbit, meat rabbit and show rabbit prices.
Rabbit prices are like those of anything else for sale. They rise and fall with demand. They vary by region. But because we’re dealing with live animals, rabbit prices can be extremely, extremely subjective. Every breeder has his or her own philosophy for pricing rabbits, and what you get from one seller may be entirely different from the next. That said, this writer has been watching prices for over a decade, and here’s what I’ve seen:
Pet Rabbit Prices
Pet rabbit prices vary more than any other type. You will find a backyard breeder selling bunnies for $10. Drive into town, and you will find a pet shop selling bunnies of the same size, age, and color for up to $200. Most pet store prices seem to be between $40 and $70. If you buy a pet quality rabbit from a show breeder, you should expect to pay from $15 to $50. Some show breeders will price pets low in order to get rid of them; others will price them high in an attempt to find them good homes. If you are a show breeder looking to sell your culls as pets, don’t be shy to price them at $40 or $50. In general, if a buyer cannot afford this much for the rabbit, they probably cannot afford to take care of it either. Some breeders add $10 to $20 to a pet rabbit’s price if they include the pedigree, because the pedigree allows the buyer use it as a show or breeding animal rather than just a pet. However, many breeders consider this unfair.
If you are selling rabbits to a pet shop for resale, don’t expect to get a lot for them. Pet shops need to make a profit and will rarely give you more than $15 for pets. $5-10 is more common. Remember, if you sell more than $500 worth of rabbits to a pet shop annually, you need to have a license from the USDA. If you sell directly to an owner, you don’t need to worry about this cap.
Show Rabbit Prices
A decent show rabbit costs about $50. This is fairly standard across all rabbit breeds. A $50 show rabbit won’t probably be a Best of Breed winner, and almost certainly won’t take Best in Show. But it will likely add something valuable to your herd and produce better bunnies in the breeding pen. The top show animals vary more by breed. In general, the more popular the breed, the costlier the top show bunnies will go for. Holland Lops and Mini Rex from nationally-ranked lines commonly sell for $250 each, or more.
But here’s a word of wisdom: the best rabbits are free. I’ve purchased some show expensive bunnies. The ones I paid $70-$100 for, I got about that much out of them. They definitely added some good qualities to my herd. The ones I paid $200 for turned out to be duds. But the rabbits that had the greatest impact on my herd, the ones that propelled it from average to national quality, were the rabbits that my mentors gave me free out of the kindness of their heart. That, or the rabbits I traded with other good breeders. You can do yourself and a friend a lot of good by making a fair trade.
Meat Rabbit Prices
Meat rabbit prices fluctuate, of course, but are more standard across the country than show or pet prices. A processor that buys live animals will usually pay $1.00 to $1.50 per pound. Dressed and processed rabbit meat currently goes for $6 to $7 per pound. Expect this price to go up as more people discover the amazing health benefits of rabbit meat. Commercial producers are already struggling to keep up with the demand.
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With LeBron James and Kevin Durant’s signature Nike shoes already making a buzz, it has Kobe fans wondering when will the Kobe 8 release. The release is still undetermined, but what we have here are detailed images of what looks to be a lifestyle version for the Nike Kobe 8. From the up close images, it appears the upper is constructed from Engineered Mesh materials to provide a lightweight and breathable feel. It also looks like it’ll also be equipped with a LunarLon insole as well.
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The life of St. Benedict, the founder of Western Monasticism, blends with one of the most fierce battles of World War II on the site of the Abbey of Montecasino.
Heading South of Rome along the Highway of the Sun , the approximately one and a half hours' drive culminates with a breathtaking winding road going up to the Abbey perched on the mountain top.
Originally founded by Saint Benedict in 529, making it one of Europe's oldest monasteries, the abbey became known as a center of culture and art. Destroyed and rebuilt throughout the centuries, it became a refuge for civilians during World War II as a seemingly impenetrable fortress high up in the mountains. The Gustav Line, a German defensive line designed to hold the Allied troops from advancing any further into Italy, stretching from the Tyrrhenian to the Adriatic coast, included the area around Montecassino and thus the abbey became a target itself, being almost completely destroyed by a series of heavy American-led air raids.
After the war, the abbey was carefully rebuilt following the original plan and Pope Paul VI reconsecrated it in 1964.
Since then the monks in the monastery live their lives according to St. Benedict's rule of 'Ora and Labora', and visitors must observe a strict visiting schedule ( from 9:00 - 12:30 AM and 3:30 - 5:30 PM/until 6:30 in summer) as well as a dress code (no shorts, mini-skirts or uncovered shoulders). On Sundays, the church cannot be visited during Mass.
We would highly recommend our guests that they visit the monastery with a local guide who will introduce you to the fascinating century-long history of this sacred place. Please ask our office for more information.
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The University of Houston Clear Lake (UHCL) is planning to offer continuing education courses to support the professional development of our graduates and health and safety professionals in the Houston region. The courses will be designed to prepare individuals for professional certification (e.g., CIH or CSP), as well as provide continuing education credits for those already certified. We wish to serve the profession the best we can and help our graduates and other professionals advance their careers, make Houston workplaces safer and more productive and help support our local economy.
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The book tackles a previously taboo subject - the range and depth of the military's business interests - considered a major factor in the ambitions of the generals who have ruled Pakistan for more than half of its 60-year history. "It feeds directly into the military's political power; it's an expression of their personal and organisation strength," said Ms Siddiqa, a former director of research at the Pakistan navy.
Five giant conglomerates, known as "welfare foundations", run thousands of businesses, ranging from street corner petrol pumps to sprawling industrial plants. The main street of any Pakistani town bears testament to their economic power, with military-owned bakeries, banks, insurance companies and universities, usually fronted by civilian employees. Ms Siddiqa estimates that the military controls one-third of all heavy manufacturing and up to 7% of private assets.
Profits are supposed to be pumped back into schools, hospitals and other welfare facilities - the military claims it has 9 million beneficiaries - but there is little transparency. "There is little evidence that pensioners are benefiting from these welfare facilities," she said.
Of the 96 businesses run by the four largest foundations, only nine file public accounts. The generals spurn demands by parliament to account for public monies they spend.
The military's penetration into society has accelerated under President Pervez Musharraf, who has also parachuted 1,200 officers into key positions in public organisations such as universities and training colleges. The military boasts that it can run such organisations better than incompetent and corrupt civilians.
In a 2004 speech to open a new industry owned by the Fauji ("Soldier") Foundation, General Musharraf boasted of "exceptional" military-owned banks, cement and fertiliser plants. "Why is anyone jealous if the retired military officers or the civilians with them are doing a good job contributing to the economy?" he said.
But Ms Siddiqa says the military businesses thrive, thanks to invisible state subsidies in the form of free land, the use of military assets, and loans to bail them out when they run into trouble. "There are gross inefficiencies and the military is mired in crony capitalism. The primary purpose of a trained military is war fighting. They are not designed for the corporate sector."
Her £10bn estimate of military wealth is a "rough figure", she says, split between £6bn in land and private military assets.
"Military Inc." comes at a sensitive time for Gen Musharraf, who is struggling to rebuild his popularity after the botched dismissal of the chief justice, Muhammad Iftikhar Chaudhry, in March. The move sparked nationwide demonstrations that have snowballed into a powerful protest movement. The furore has offered an insight into the raw power wielded by the generals. This week, Justice Chaudhry told the supreme court how military intelligence chiefs spent hours trying to pressure him to quit on March 9, before placing him under effective house arrest.
Ms Siddiqa fears her book, which names names and pours cold water on boastful claims, may step on some powerful toes. "Over the past three years a lot of my friends have advised me not to publish this book. They think I have suicidal tendencies."
But Talat Hussain, a retired general and political analyst, said Ms Siddiqa was a "courageous" researcher. "This area has always been considered a sacred cow in our society," he said.
The book will be launched in Islamabad today. The main military spokesman, Major General Waheed Arshad, said he had not yet obtained a copy. "Let me read it and then I'll get back to you," he said.
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Ryu was going over blue prints for the Kinzou clan house; he was using the weirdest beings building the house. Piranha plants, Ryu was one of the heroes in the third ninja war that used plants to help him defeat his enemies. Now he's using them to help him build manors and clan houses. Kenshin was impressed by what was going on. "Are you sure you'll build your own forge?"
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"I'm sorry Lady Kushina but, Prince Kuyo was killed." He said.
"We don't know, but we have our opinions."
"You mean Ozai?"
"Who's this Ozai character?" Said Naruto, just then they heard a voice from behind them.
"Ozai is my father." She said the turned around to see a beautiful woman with black hair in a high top knot, gold eyes and dressed in some kind of armor. She gave Naruto a sultry smile that said 'I am going to fuck you 7 ways past Saturday and you are going to enjoy it.' Our foxy hero pulled the collar of his T-shirt out and gulped.
"Who are you?" He said.
"Oh forgive me; I am Azula, former Fire Lord until we were run out by the current Fire Lord." Kushina glared at her.
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"Okay," then it hits him. "WAIT A MINUTE! Aren't you supposed to be in a mental health facility?"
She smiled, "I got better." He glared at her, "oh don't be that way. I'm your fiancée."
"HIS WHAT?" She smirked.
"That's right," she said. "You are mine!" Naruto stared her in her eyes and chuckled as he ran his hand through his hair which irritated her to no end.
"I know a lot about you Ms. Fire-bender," he said. "I'm a force to be reckoned with, since Prince Kuyo died and my mother was his cousin, she's next in line to the throne and right now I'm her number 1 bodyguard. You tell daddy-kun 'he wants Metal, it'll be over my dead body!'"
"He knows he can't beat you."
"Then why the hell are you here?"
"To seal the pact."
"My father and your uncle engaged us before your uncle died." She pulled out a contract and handed it to her future husband.
"Holy crap," he said as she slowly wrapped her arms around him and pressed her body against his. Then he smiled, "you can't marry me yet. You have no control over this country yet."
"She wouldn't even if she married you." Said Kushina, "Ozai doesn't want any of this action. I'd paralyze him first and you know it Azula." Azula glared at Kushina, "even if you kill me, Naruto will destroy him."
"And I'll piss on the ashes." Said Naruto, "now be a good girl and try to stay out of trouble. You might get a ride on lil' Naru and if you think I'm lacking." He walked up to her and pulled his waistband forward to give her a good look at him and her eyes went glassy, she got flushed and wet. Naruto retied his pants and walked back to his mother who lightly smacked him on the back of the head.
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the most effective method to run a travel service in IndiaTravel Industry in India is at its pinnacle. While the longing for ‘hunger for new experiences’ is umpteen, there are never enough assets for fastidious pressing. So in the event that you have an intensity for voyaging, this calling can make you rich. Like a decent travel planner, you should have the option to design an extraordinary agenda for customers that offer brilliant courses of action in the most pocket-accommodating way.
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Baku, Azerbaijan, May 19
The interference in Azerbaijan's internal affairs and the attempts to guide it, are unacceptable, Elman Abdullayev, the spokesperson of Azerbaijani Foreign Ministry told Trend on May 19.
He made the remarks while commenting on the latest interview of the U.S. ambassador to Azerbaijan to the Azadlig radio, about the political situation in the country.
Abdullayev underscored that the inter-state relations should be based on the principles of equality.
Azerbaijan's path of independent development, successful reforms, its activities to create a state of law and a strong civil society, as well as its strengthening, are evident, he said.
"Azerbaijan is a state that has achieved great success and carried out reforms in many areas. The country has shown a model of a successful country to the international community," the spokesperson said.
Abdullayev noted that many leading countries endorse Azerbaijan's successful development model and emphasize its wise domestic and foreign policy.
"Other countries, including the U.S. are not able to carry out the work done by Azerbaijan in such a short period," he said.
The spokesman said that such statements and attempts to interfere in the activities of independent courts undermine inter-state relations.
Azerbaijan's legal system, regulating the activities of NGOs and the civil society, is more progressive and advanced than the legislation of many countries, including the U.S., he said.
Abdullayev pointed out that the Azerbaijani authorities have successfully implemented a number of measures to develop the civil society in the country.
He stressed that under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations, those having diplomatic functions, should be aimed at developing mutual understanding and friendly ties among states.
The Interference in a country's internal affairs to the detriment of the Vienna Convention is nothing but an attempt to harm the friendly relations among countries, Abdullayev concluded.
Edited by S.I.
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Unlike America, down under we have no idea what’s going on with The Bachelor. I have no idea who Corinne is, if anyone truly wants her to win or even the name of the actual bachelor. All I know is living with a bunch of boys right now makes me feel like the bachelorette, and I absolutely love it.
They’re a solid bunch to begin with: smart, funny, respectful. But I think what I like most about them is just how damn easy going they are. We can be out raising hell or literally hanging out on the couch all day and it’s always a good time. I give them their space and they give me mine, we throw back a few and it all works out fine.
Is not the first time I’ve lived with the opposite sex either. My roommate senior year was a guy so I’m used to the toilet seat forever being left up and, as much as I love them, general lack of cleanliness.
These boys however are sharp. Maybe it’s because of our industry or just who they are but I never have to worry about cleaning up their messes. They have their shit together, and just as we would never leave a mess unattended in the winery they’re always tidying up after themselves. It’s honestly a miracle.
I’ve even had one-on-one dates with each of them. Eric was the first, with ocean-side drinks our first night in Adelaide, and even though we had literally just met it was great. Two days later when I met Josh, he quickly convinced me to go on a hike with him and both the views and conversation were incredible. On our first day off, Gerrit and I biked the Riesling Trail and conquered just as many miles as we did wines. So really Johnny’s the only one left unless you count Netflix and chill.
We’ve even been to exotic destinations together like McLaren Vale this past weekend. I mean wine tasting and two days at the beach? What more could a girl ask for?
Of course I miss my chicks but I’m starting to feel like Jess from New Girl had it all figured out. One girl plus three or four guys actually makes a pretty good time.
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LAS VEGAS, NEV. — Michael Spinks shocked the boxing world Saturday night by winning a close but unanimous decision over previously unbeaten Larry Holmes to become the first light heavyweight to capture the heavyweight title.
Spinks' upset stopped Holmes' pursuit of Rocky Marciano's record. Holmes came into the fight at 48-0 and needed one more victory to tie Marciano's record.
It wasn't to be.
Spinks, a decided underdog because he weighed 21 1/2 pounds less than Holmes, kept the pressure on the heavyweight champion throughout the 15-round fight before a roaring crowd of 11,192 at the Riviera Hotel.
Judges scored the International Boxing Federation bout 143-142, 143-142 and 145-142 for Spinks. The two judges that scored it 143-142 gave the 15th and final round to Spinks.
Immediately after the fight, Holmes, saying he ''had nothing to prove,'' said he wouldn't fight again.
Holmes looked every bit of 35 and never was able to sustain an attack or hurt the lighter challenger. His lack of offense was a mystery.
The fight was reminiscent of the night in 1978 when Spinks' brother, Leon, upset Muhammad Ali to capture the heavyweight title.
Like Leon, Michael Spinks kept busy from the opening bell of the 15-round bout and repeatedly beat Holmes to the punch.
The much-ballyhooed weight discrepancy between the two was not a factor. In fact, Spinks, who has campaigned in the 175-pound light heavyweight class, was quicker and more mobile.
Spinks walked right to the 221 1/2-pound heavyweight champion, fighting in flurries and then retreating. It was a pattern that kept Holmes off balance the entire fight.
Holmes, who had held a heavyweight title for seven years, said he thought he won the fight.
''I felt I won the fight. As I was leaving the ring people said I got jobbed,'' Holmes said. ''Spinks is a good fighter, a good champion. He has a very awkward style, and that gave me trouble.
The fight seemed to turn in the middle rounds, with Spinks repeatedly scoring with sharp flurries. He continued the pace and in the 10th reached Holmes with seven unanswered punches.
Spinks became the first fighter to win the light heavyweight championship and move up to take the heavyweight crown. With the surprising victory, Spinks also joined his brother, Leon, as the first brothers to hold heavyweight titles.
Nine light heavyweights in the last 64 years had tried to capture the heavyweight championship, the last being Bob Foster in 1972. Foster was knocked out in eight rounds by Muhammad Ali, who was recognized as the North American Boxing Federation champion.
Holmes had showed signs of age in his previous three fights, struggling against James ''Bonecrusher'' Smith (KO 12), David Bey (10 KO) and Carl ''The Truth'' Williams.
Spinks did not run from Holmes and often was the aggressor. He landed his first solid punch in the third, a right followed by a wild left that grazed Holmes' head.
Holmes did not seem sharp and often missed, particularly with the right. Spinks reached Holmes several times with good punches in the fourth, raising a knot under Holmes' right eye.
Holmes found the target in the fifth, landing solid right hands over Spinks' lazy left jab. The next round started as a jabbing contest until Holmes missed again with a wild right and Spinks stepped in to land a combination.
Spinks was fighting in flurries, surprising Holmes with sneak attacks and then retreating. Seemingly flirting with disaster staying in front of Holmes, Spinks won the seventh convincingly, demonstrating superior hand speed to alert the crowd that an upset was now a possibility.
The fight seemed to take a turn in Spinks' favor and it appeared after the eighth he had gone ahead. He landed seven unanswered punches in the 10th, and even began to clown and mock Holmes. Spinks loudly complained in the round about Holmes pawing him in the back of head.
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The Dollar/Yen is inching higher on Wednesday with traders attempting to follow-through to the upside after spiking higher the previous session. The rally was likely fueled by increasing demand for risky assets and higher U.S. Treasury yields, which weakened the appeal of the Japanese Yen as a safe-haven asset.
The surge in the Forex pair to its highest level since April 9 was driven by the prospects of a swift global economic recovery from the coronavirus-induced collapse in world growth.
Reuters said the Japanese Yen fell to a seven-week low against the U.S. Dollar as risk appetite grew on optimism that the worst of the economic downturn from the spread of the coronavirus is in the past.
At 08:37 GMT, the USD/JPY is trading 108.775, up 0.098 or +0.09%.
Japan’s Service Sector Activity Shrinks for Fourth Month in May: PMI
Japan’s services sector activity stayed deep in contraction in May, although the pace of decline moderated from the previous month, as restraining measures put in place over the coronavirus outbreak hurt business activity and the jobs market.
The index stayed in contraction for the fourth straight month, marking the longest such stretch since a five-month run to September 2012, though it was higher than a preliminary reading of 25.3 released last month.
“Services activity fell to a broadly similar extent to that seen in April as store closures continued and events were cancelled,” said Joe Hayes, economist at IHS Markit, which compiled the survey.
“Social distancing and reduced tourism…are likely going to limit the speed and strength of any recovery as they continue over the short-to-medium term.”
Japan Parliament to Debate Second Extra Budget for Pandemic Relief Next Week
Japan’s government will submit to parliament early next week a second extra budget to fund a new $1.1 trillion stimulus package to cushion the economic blow from the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Shinzo Abe said on Monday.
With ruling and opposition parties on board for big spending to combat the virus fallout, parliament is likely to approve the budget as early as next week.
The move would give Abe ammunition to inject another heavy dose of stimulus to an economy on the brink of deep recession as the pandemic hit global and domestic demand.
“We’d like to submit (the second budget) to parliament early next week,” Abe said in a meeting with ruling party lawmakers. “We need to protect businesses and jobs.”
Now that the USD/JPY has broken out the upside after trading in a tight range for nearly a month, it’s likely to continue to rise along with demand for risky assets.
The U.S. Dollar is losing its shine as a safe-haven asset against the other major currencies, but as the global economy continues to recover, the Japanese Yen is likely to lose its safe-haven appeal against the U.S. Dollar.
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American Trucking Associations' Technology & Maintenance Council 2017 Annual Meeting and Transportation Technology Exhibition, whose theme will be "Novel Approaches to Industry Challenges," will be held Feb. 27-March 2 at the Music City Center in Nashville TN. Stop by and visit us at booth 2616.
This show is the most important meeting of the year for truck professionals and fleets, and Cojali USA will once again offer customers the opportunity to know more about its benchmark Jaltest All-makes Diagnostics Solution for the commercial vehicle industry. Jaltest Telematics, the First Fleet Management and All-makes Remote Diagnostics and Cojali e-ABS system for trailers and semi-trailers, will also be featured during the show.
Jaltest techs will be on-site to deliver tool demons for our customers. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn more about its coverage, its intuitiveness, our wide database of technical information, the new functionalities of the Jaltest GRP Shop Management and many other features that make this tool, the Most Complete solution for shops, today.
The Jaltest Telematics ODF (Optimal Driving Fleet) offers fleet managers real-time truck status and therefore better productivity and connectivity within the fleet, as our telematics solution connects the fleet manager, driver, the shop and the end customer.
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My Quest For A Clutter-Free Life
I’m currently experiencing a simultaneous nest and de-clutter phase. While half of me is wholly dedicated to arranging, assembling, and acquiring hand-me-downs for Babywoods, the other half of my manic pregnant brain recently declared war on junk. I’ve become a one-woman chaos annihilator.
Let’s preface this with the fact that I’m admittedly the worst minimalist out there. This has become increasingly obvious as I befriend actual, real-life minimalists like Cait from Blonde On A Budget, who got rid of 75% of her stuff. Now that is some impressive minimalist action!
Despite my minimalist shortcomings, I hold a deep-seated grudge against useless and ill-organized belongings. My physical surroundings have a profound impact on my mood and I find that a coordinated space enables me to think more clearly, write more creatively, and feel more at peace.
There’s something about the tactile nature of both the act of organizing and then enjoying the results that brings me actual happiness. Sounds weird. I know. But I speak the truth! When I open a drawer and unruly rubber-bands, dog treats, and a box of salt spring out at me, I shudder. Conversely, a clean cupboard has the power to evoke euphoria. Ok maybe not euphoria, but I swear to you it’s close.
I’m also a firm believer in not being owned by one’s stuff. If we allow our possessions to dictate how we live our lives, we’ve lost control. If our homes are messy and crowded, then we’ve become servants of our material goods. It’s actually quite similar to how we manage our money. I like to be in charge of both my money and my things–neither rules my life; they’re both there to serve me at my discretion.
I’ve long had a penchant for organization and Mr. FW and I have always lived in a tidy, fairly minimalist home with plenty of blank spaces (I’m a fan of open space in a room). But something about the impending arrival of Babywoods, coupled with the knowledge that we’ll need to pack up this whole operation before too long in order to decamp to Vermont, has whipped me into a veritable frenzy of organizational orchestration.
Mrs. Frugalwoods’ ‘Take No Prisoners’ Sorting Method
My methodology at present is best described as “no drawer is safe.” Essentially, I’ve decided there’s nowhere for unneeded stuff to hide–I shall hunt it down and bring it to justice. The crusade began in our basement, where I systematically opened and sorted through every single storage bin, tub, box, and plastic pumpkin (yes, I store things in the plastic pumpkin that last year’s Halloween treats came in from Costco–it’s a great size and it has a lid!).
I then arranged the contents of each box as either 1) keep or 2) donate. My goal here isn’t to get rid of usable things just to reduce the amount we own; my goal is to eliminate ephemera that we haven’t used in years and likely never will. I then repackaged the “keep” piles, wrote new labels for their respective containers/pumpkins and stored them back on the basement shelves and racks.
Next, I moved upstairs and methodically removed every item from every closet, drawer, and cupboard and followed the same sorting and repacking scheme. Full disclosure: I’m not quite done with this project yet–several cupboards and closets remain for me to tackle with vengeance.
Clearly, this is not a scientific approach. Marie from The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up would probably rend her precisely folded clothing and weep minimalist tears of anguish if she heard about my regime (I did read the book, I swear), but it works for me. I’ll be honest–I won’t be hauling all of our clothing into the middle of the living room, lovingly touching it all, and sorting through it in one fell swoop anytime soon. I’m pregnant, I’m tired, and it ain’t gonna happen. But, what I am doing is tidying in a way that works for where I’m at in life right now (which is to say: pregnant, tired, and extremely busy).
We’ve lived in this house for over three years now and this is my first full-out assault on every drawer, closet, and crevice. And I know why. And it’s a dangerous, lifestyle-inflationy reason too: we have too much space. In the past, when Mr. FW and I lived in far tinier abodes (aka one-bedroom basement apartments), we owned almost nothing that wasn’t in current use. We simply didn’t have the space. It was easy for us to comb through every box in every closet and we did so on a fairly regular basis. I mean, we only had three closets!
But let me tell you what, we have expanded and inflated our belongings like the proverbial primordial ooze in this bigger dwelling. The weird thing is that, as ya’ll know, we haven’t bought stuff–it’s just that stuff has assimilated into our lives and we haven’t been diligent about consistently getting rid of old things. I used to have an ever-present box destined for Goodwill in the front hall of our little apartment, which we’d drop stuff into and then deliver to Goodwill periodically. Let’s just say this practice fell by the wayside once we moved here… it’s been far easier to toss paraphernalia into a closet or, perilously, into the abyss of the basement.
Having a basement is the best of times and the worst of times. It’s the best of times because I have ample space for my frugal laundry activities, Mr. FW has a robust workbench for his tools, and we can easily store all of our gigantic Costco supplies. However, friends, it’s the worst of times because I can ferret away junk down there and it’ll never see the light of day again. Until now.
Since I’m acutely aware that our “free” time will became scarcer after Babywoods’ birth, I’m committed to executing this purge now. My goal is to have the entire Frugalwoods home organized by the time she’s born (11 weeks to go!). And I’m quite proud to say that I’m well on my way to achieving this little personal milestone. I don’t want to be flailing around in messy bedroom drawers trying to get ready in the morning while simultaneously feeding Babywoods and writing a blog post. I want to have our things under control and able to facilitate a smooth daily routine for our family. Plus, I realllllly don’t want to move a bunch-o-rubbish up to our Vermont homestead. Best to get this sorted out now!
However, since I’m not on a scorched earth campaign to eradicate all of our possessions, I’m taking a thoughtful approach to what we keep. And that is…
Why I’m Not A Minimalist
I really like minimalism. I think it’s nifty. I appreciate the philosophy behind it and I applaud those who are successful in its application. I, however, will likely never count myself among their hallowed ranks. Why? For the simple phrase “we might need it someday.”
This is the metric Mr. FW and I apply in making our decision to keep or toss an item. If it’s something that holds inherent utility for our lives (such as a set of bath towels), we keep it. Conversely, if it’s something that fails to deliver the promise of either current or future use (such as ugly throw pillows we received as hand-me-downs and never liked in the first place but were saving out of some combination of guilt/hope that one day our taste would change and we would suddenly like them), then it gets the axe.
While we can only use one bath towel each (don’t worry, we don’t share) at a time, I have two extra sets saved in the basement for several reasons: 1) the towels we currently use will one day wear out; 2) we have guests quite often who usually enjoy using a towel; 3) when we operate our homestead AirBnB properties, those guests will also want some towels. Hence, saving those towels is a future hedge against needing to purchase more towels. Keeping these towels is a strategic frugal decision, not a blatant disregard for de-cluttering.
What I’ve found mildly shocking, however, is the amount of true debris that we’ve held onto for years. Years, I tell you. There reaches a certain point in an object’s lifespan where its been out of rotation in the household for so long that we forget we even own it. Now THAT is the stuff that needs to go!
Thus far in our pre-baby purge, I’d estimate we’ve gotten rid of upwards of 300 items, including: dishes, clothes, pillows, 1 huge lamp, a chip-n-dip, picture frames, one wedding cake figurine, books, a coffee pot, and gear so miscellaneous I can’t even remember what it was.
Some of these things were tough decisions to make–namely, items that I like but that we never use. It’s hard for me to part with things that are aesthetically pleasing, but Mr. FW pointed out that there’s no point in keeping lovely things if they’re just crammed in a box in the basement. Touché. And some of this stuff was laughably easy to give away–like the three Sodastream canisters that I inexplicably kept for a full year after Mr. FW performed our Sodastream hack. Why on earth did I keep those? Who knows.
My Use It Up Methodology
Were you wondering if I’d ever wind my way around to frugality in this bizarre rant against junk? I know I was. But here it is! My philosophy on material goods is that we use them up until they’re completely worn out.
Allow me to present the case study of: one bathroom hand towel. Mr. FW and I have used the same set of bathroom towels for all seven years of our marriage (in fact, they were a wedding gift!). And they’re still going strong… except for the hand towel. This demure square of cloth met its demise earlier this year after dedicated service to our wet hands.
The towel’s ends began to fray tremendously, but I wasn’t worried–I just snipped them off and we kept using the towel. Then, a more grievous hole erupted. While I did sew it back together, this turned out to be a mere transitory fix.
The towel had, for lack of a better phrase, thrown in the towel. It was at that point that we admitted defeat and surrendered the towel to our box of cleaning rags.
I then pulled out the unused second hand towel that had arrived with the original set of bath towels. Yes, I’d kept it lo these seven years because I knew that eventually, hand towel #1 would crap out. In this way, we save the money of needing to purchase a new hand towel, and, when this hand towel meets the same fate as its predecessor, we’ll know it’s time to get a new set of towels.
We employ the same approach with our sheets, clothes, shoes, plates… you get the picture. Once something is used up beyond repair, it’s time to replace it. But not before then. I don’t have drawers of partially used hand towels–it’s all or nothing around here.
Donate Don’t Trash
As a devout apostle of the used market, I believe in donating cast-offs, not throwing them away. I’m always surprised at how many folks want my hand-me-downs and I’m delighted that they can use them!
I honestly thought the ugly throw pillows, for example, were destined for a landfill until a friend from the Buy Nothing Project let me know that she’d be interested in recovering them. Perfect! And I was certain the Sodastream tanks were slated for the trash, but now I actually have more people interested in them than I have tanks. Serendipitous!
And someone was so excited to take our 4 foot tall lamp that they came within an hour of me posting it as available for free. Fantastic! Sidenote: I love that the person who took the lamp just so happened to give us baby clothes a few weeks ago. An ideal life cycle for these used goods!
The Buy Nothing Project makes it particularly easy for us to clear out old possessions. Instead of needing to haul our stuff to Goodwill, I just snap a photo, post it to the group, and a neighbor shows up at our house to pickup their newfound treasure. I find that the ease of this process is a key enabler of getting rid of more things. If you don’t have a Buy Nothing Project in your area, you can start one! Alternately, donations are always welcome at thrift stores.
Don’t Be Owned By Your Stuff
In addition to providing us with a less cluttered, more organized home, my clean-up methodology is rooted in the philosophy of not allowing my stuff to own me. If I find myself spending hours trying to find something in a jumbled closet, or tons of time sorting through boxes, then my things are owning me. They’re no longer yielding happiness; rather, they’re holding me back.
I never want to accumulate so much stuff that my life revolves around its storage, care, and maintenance. I want to own what we need and eliminate the rest. In much the same way as Mr. FW and I don’t focus on buying new stuff, I don’t want to focus on the stuff we already own. It’s here to serve us, not to control us. Having everything catalogued, easily accessible, and not falling out of the closet on top of me is liberating and allows me to clear my mind. And at the end of the day, if something isn’t bringing joy into my life, I get rid of it.
What’s your approach to organization? Do you enjoy purging old stuff?
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Spain is a country loved by culinary cognoscente for its extraordinarily diverse range of classics and creativity. But in every restaurant and every casa, there remains one constant ingredient: olive oil. Core to the much-acclaimed Mediterranean diet, its use is so prevalent that olive oil’s healthy values seep into everything. But it was still a surprise when I encountered “extra virgin” potato chips available in pharmacies here, which unlike their U.S. counterparts generally sell only medicine and skin-care products.
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Potato chips condoned by medical experts? I needed no more encouragement to go out and test my options. I gathered four chip brands from Spanish grocery stores and the one from the pharmacy, all advertised as “made with olive oil” — most with an alluring cruet of olive oil on the package. A few brands claimed to use 100% olive oil, but only the pharmacy-stocked San Nicasio brand qualified their chips and the oil they fried them in as “extra virgin.”
San Nicasio went a step further, specifying the D.O. of both the olive oil and the potatoes (seriously, a Denominacion of Origen for potatoes?), the low-sodium Himalayan pink salt and the temperature at which the chips were fried in one of the most award-winning oils in the world, made by Almazaras de la Subbetica of Cordoba, Spain. The company clearly was fanatical about the quality of the chip. That all sounded intriguing but it was now time for the true measure — a blind taste test.
First, the smell test for freshness. As most olive oil fans know, olive oil is best when fresh and three environmental factors will have a negative effect on smell, taste and physical qualities: oxygen, light and excessive heat or cold. Rancidity is usually the most obvious signal that the oil has lost its best values. If you’ve ever smelled a stale jar of peanuts or worse yet, bit into one, you know the telltale flavor.
Cracking open one bag at a time and taking a deep whiff revealed that some brands were past their prime, giving off a flat, almost mechanical aroma or slightly rancid smell, obviously fried with poor-quality oil. Two samples, one from the in-house Hacendado brand of Spain’s largest grocery chain, Mercadona, and San Nicasio had a nice, light aroma of potatoes and the San Nicasio chips smelled of fresh olive oil. It wasn’t until later that I learned the San Nicasio brand seals their airtight bags with nitrogen to avoid having the oil’s quality be degraded by exposure to oxygen. This attention to detail obviously worked.
Next, I evaluated visual cues of color, size and thickness. Two appeared darker and overcooked, the Hacendado and Lay’s Artesanal chips were almost too perfectly platinum blond and the San Nicasio brand was a fairly rich, natural yellow color. From an “eat with your eyes” perspective, I was drawn again to the rich-colored chips.
Finally, the true test of a potato chip: its flavor and crunch. Being all about the same thickness, they each delivered on the crunch test. But the real divide was apparent in the taste. I was looking for lightly salted, true potato flavor and a clean finish that would indicate quality olive oil. I’ll admit the Lay’s Artesanal came in a solid second for lightly salted flavor and crunch and being the largest chip manufacturer in the world, it should have enough experience to deliver the goods. But after all that testing, the San Nicasio chip I found in the pharmacy won across all categories. Healthy, flavorful and downright yummy.
Do you need a prescription from your doctor to indulge in San Nicasio chips? Not likely. But for fans of these thin, crispy wafers, you can at least tell yourself that they’re a health food.
Fried Eggs and Chips
Prep time: 0 minutes
Cooking time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
Yield: 4 appetizer servings
Like elsewhere in the world, potato chips are most frequently enjoyed as a side snack to a midday meal or a sporting event. But in Spain, they are often included in scrambled eggs for mid-morning breakfast or paired with fried eggs for a rich tapas experience.
I first tried this dish presented by Spanish chef María José San Román while at Nancy Harmon Jenkins‘ Amorolio event in Tuscany and thought it a stroke of genius. I later discovered it’s a long-standing classic Spanish tapa for the home table. I’ve tried them both ways, but I’m partial to the liquid egg yolk and crispy-edged white atop the whole gooey mess.
Extra virgin olive oil, 1/4-inch deep in saucepan
2 whole eggs
1 7-ounce bag of best-quality salted potato chips (In the U.S., chef José Andres sells the San Nicasio brand under his own label.)
1. Heat olive oil until just below smoke point.
2. Gently pour in whole eggs and cook until the white edges are crispy and the yolks still liquid.
3. Plate with a thin layer of chips, topped by the eggs. Break the yolks and sprinkle with more potato chips, giving the dish a gentle mix to incorporate.
Main photo: Extra virgin olive oil potato chips. Credit: Caroline J. Beck
In Spain, the Christmas season lasts from early December until Jan. 6 and features a dizzying array of culinary traditions throughout the extended holiday. Christmas dinners are typically celebrated on the eve with either a traditional bird or a melange of seafood, depending on regional custom. Twelve grapes are eaten at the stroke of midnight on New Year’s Eve to ensure a bit of luck. Cava, the Spanish interpretation of sparkling wine, is imbibed with abandon. A ring-shaped cake loaded with candied fruit (and a hidden toy) and sugar glaze commemorates the Epiphany, or the Feast of the Three Kings, on Jan. 6. But the quintessential signal that it is Christmastime in Spain is the appearance of a traditional candy called turrónes.
Turrónes, an almond-studded nougat, can be found around the world and throughout the year. But in Spain, it has been an essential part of the Christmas tradition for hundreds of years. The southern Valencian region of Alicante is the world production center for this candy, with a history dating to the 15th century. As the story goes, it was invented to satisfy the young Scandinavian wife of a Moorish king who planted hundreds of almond trees in the area in the 1400s for their snowy springtime blossoms that reminded her of snow.
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While there are recipes for turrónes that seem easy enough, it’s not typically a homemade treat because there are simply too many excellent artisanal choices available to Spanish households. As soon as stores start to transform their aisles for holiday shoppers, all sorts of turrónes magically appear in grocery stores and market stands.
By the 20th century, large-scale turrónes manufacturers were taking the approach of the more varied the flavor options, the better. But seeking the truest traditional form of local turrónes, I paid a visit to Jijona (Xixona), high in the hills above Alicante, where turrónes has been produced since the Middle Ages.
Shortly before arriving in Jijona on a bouncing bus ride, I noticed that large-scale turrónes manufacturing factories lined both sides of the main highway and the Museo de Turrónes was strategically positioned front and center. If there had been any doubt, it was now clear that this was the turrónes mecca. The center of the quiet, meticulously maintained village was filled with turrónes storefronts and artisanal factories spilling into smaller side streets.
Turrónes production window ends just before Christmas
Most production begins in mid-October and only lasts until the week before Christmas. Although my visit was timed during the height of their production cycle, two award-winning turroneros, Ricardo Coloma of Coloma García and Primitivo Rovira, a sixth-generational family member of Primitivo Rovira e Hijos, both graciously provided a glimpse into their multi-step, multiple-day production processes.
Sugar, honey, egg whites and almonds are essential to every turrónes recipe. The process begins when honey and sugar are heated and mixed together for an hour until they become fluffy white syrup. As the heat is increased to a high fire, egg whites thinned with water are added to the syrup and stirred for another hour. If the goal is to make turrónes de Alicante, the final step is to fold in toasted almonds using giant punxe, or hand paddles, and cool it enough press into loaf molds or tart molds to set.
The process for the creamy turrónes de Jijona takes another two days to complete. The candied mixture is chilled on large tables and then run though stone grinders for 20 minutes. The resulting paste rests for a day when it is returned to the stone grinders for a three-pass process and then pounded for 4 to 5 hours over heat with a boixet, a high-speed large pestle that emulsifies the mixture into a creamy paste. One more day of rest in loaf or tart pans, and it’s ready to enjoy. (Watch a video.)
While I expected to be a fan of the crunchy, nutty nougat version that I recalled from childhood candy stores, I was surprised at how addictive the creamy, dense paste of the loaf-style turrónes de Jijona was. It is similar to almond butter but more intense, dense, creamier and richer. Ladened with bags of both, I got back on the bus for the bumpy ride home, no longer entirely sure whether any of it would make it into someone else’s Christmas stocking
Main photo: Different varieties of turrónes, the almond-studded nougat. Credit: Caroline J. Beck
Nochevieja, or “old night,” as New Year’s Eve is known in Spain, is a celebration that comes with a bit of insurance. All across the country, welcoming the New Year includes 12 grapes and a glass of first-class cava.
On Dec. 31, when the clock signals the midnight hour, people eat one grape for every toll of the bell. The traditional grapes are known as las doce uvas de la suerte, or “the 12 grapes of luck,” and no one would want to start the New Year without them. But Spaniards like to wash down these grapes with the best bubbly they can find. And with every new year, their choices for first-class cava, the Spanish sparkling wine, get better and better.
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The approach is straightforward enough, but requires a laborious multi-step process. It begins by creating a low-alcohol still wine, then adding a mixture of yeasts and sugar known as licor de tirajo to initiate a second fermentation in the bottle, resulting in the wonderfully tiny bubbles for which sparkling wine is known. The final step is to slowly invert the bottle over a few weeks (riddling) to allow the yeast to accumulate in the neck, freeze the neck, remove the temporary crown cap and a small plug of ice and replace it with the cork that makes the quintessential “pop” when you are ready to start celebrating.
Catalan cava has true regional flavor
Like French producers who use three traditional local varietals — Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier — to make the blend known as Champagne, Spain’s cava producers rely on their own regional grapes: Xarel·lo, Macabeo (known as Viura in Spain’s Rioja region) and Parellada. Other varietals like Chardonnay and Pinot Noir are permitted for use in the Penedés region of Catalonia, but the best Catalan winemakers are increasingly using grapes emblematic of the area to showcase the unique style of their sparkling wine.
With a strong regional pride typical of the highly independent Catalan region, these top producers represent the best that Spain has to offer in today’s vintages. The result is a dry, crisp quaff redolent of apples, lemons and almonds, a little less sweet than Italy’s Prosecco and not quite as nutty as France’s Champagne.
Yet like many other Spanish wines coming out from under a long-standing reputation for middling quality, prices still trail far behind the improvements in taste. Some vintages, like Agustí Torelló Mata’s Kripta Gran Reserva Brut Nature, rival the cost of high-end French Champagne, yet most contemporary cava options represent wonderfully priced, first-class quality.
Many of these producers export great vintages to the United States, and their prices reflect some of the best bubbly bargains around. So this New Year’s eve, start celebrating with 12 grapes and some Spanish cava. The first will bring you luck, the second will bring you happiness.
Cava producers and labels worth celebrating
Agustí Torelló Kripta Gan Reserva Brut Nature Sparkling
Castellroig Sabaté I Coca Reserva Familiar Xarel·lo
Gramona III Lustros Gran Reserva Sparkling
Juvé y Camps Gran Reserva Brut Sparkling
Llopart Leopardi Brut Nature Sparkling
Raventós Blanc de Nit Sparkling (which incorporates a bit of my favorite regional varietal, Monastrell to create the perfect pink sparkling wine)
Recaredo Brut de Brut Gran Reserva Brut Nature
Main photo: Spanish cava for toasting the new year. Credit: Caroline J. Beck
One of Spain’s favorite wines suffers from a case of mistaken identity — and is better known abroad under an alias.
In the Mediterranean coastal regions of Murcia and Valencia, wine made from Monastrell (the fourth-most planted red wine grape in Spain) is a local favorite. With its slightly rugged, fruit-intense profile, it is ideal to pair with hearty winter flavors such as La Mancha’s gazpacho manchego, redolent of rabbit, wild mushrooms and snails, and Valencia’s richly seasoned paellas.
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But somewhere around the 16th century, the varietal traveled to France and took on the name Mourvèdre, which stuck for 500 years. Over time, Mourvèdre gained popularity as a perfect partner for Grenache (known as Garnacha in Spain) and Syrah — a blend known as GSM for short. GSM blends from Chateauneuf-du-Pape and Côtes du Rhône are particularly well known. French winemakers also stepped ahead of Spanish vintners to carve out a reputation for the grape as a respectable single varietal. Even Australians and Americans thought well enough of Monastrell to plant vineyards of their own, but gave it yet another name: Mataro.
But recently, Monastrell has moved to center stage, to share the spotlight with garnacha and the Rioja region’s famed Tempranillo. With more producers creating Monastrell wines of what could be called a finessed rustic style, Monastrell has shed its reputation for jammy, high-alcohol vintages and acquired one for its distinctly Spanish, authentic approach to this powerhouse grape. Michelin-starred chef María José San Román showcases the fruit and wine on the menu every night at her restaurant, Monastrell, in the heart of the varietal’s growing region in Alicante.
But Monastrell is not an easy grape to grow; it takes perseverance and dedication. The varietal flourishes on old bush-trained vines, planted in incredibly rocky soil at elevations high enough to be hard on the fruit. In temperatures that are blazing hot in the summer and bitterly cold at night, the grape benefits from being both drought-tolerant and late to harvest, but typically produces in heavy and light volumes on alternate years.
To the eye, Monastrell’s thick skins contribute to a deep, dark purple color. On the nose, its aroma gives away the earthy, rocky soil it thrives in, but the wine is all about spice and intense, dark fruit such as blackberries, blueberries and plums.
Most quality producers in Spain have tamed its highly tannic, rustic taste with selective oak aging, and the best vintners create wines that balance intense fruitiness with savory undertones. Although there is no getting around the fact that most Monastrell wines are relatively high in alcohol, averaging 12 to 15 percent, there’s a softness to the fruit that makes this wine very approachable, with the right level of acidity.
Experiencing Monastrell at its source
During a recent visit to Bodega Castaño in the Yecla DO (Denominación de Origen) of Murcia, I witnessed the unique growing conditions of this workhorse grape. More important, I tasted Monastrell at its source, perfectly paired with country food and generous Spanish hospitality.
As a guest of Ramón Castaño Santa and two of his three sons, winemaker Ramón and Daniel, I toured an estate that had been maintained by four generations of Castaño vintners. On this day during harvest, the Monastrell grape hung in heavy bunches just inches from ground, so I was able to experience the deep flavor of the fresh fruit before swirling the wine in a glass over lunch.
Although the hearty country gazpacho prepared over a wood fire was a simple but spectacular main course, the real treat was the collection of six wines that the Castaño family shared with its guests. From the simple, single varietal 2013 Monastrell to the smooth 2011 Casa de la Cera, the family’s flagship example of a perfect Monastrell blend: 50% Monastrell, 50% combination of Garnacha Tintorera, Cabernet Sauvignon, Syrah and Merlot.
I discovered that afternoon that Monastrell is a friendly wine that’s worth getting to know. There are a host of Spanish vintners from Murcia’s four recognized winemaking regions that are creating great examples of Monastrell vintages, including Bodega Castaño and Castillo del Baron in Yecla and Enrique Mendoza, Volver and Sierra Salinas in Alicante.
Best of all, Monastrell can still be an incredible value because the reputation of the heavy-handed, rough style of the Monastrell of old has not caught up with the new, more refined approaches that vintners are applying to this fruit-forward wine. Sometimes, mistaken identity can work in a wine lover’s favor.
Main photo: Monastrell grapes. Credit: Caroline J. Beck
With her latest book, “Baking Chez Moi,” acclaimed author Dorie Greenspan has fait mouche (hit the bull’s-eye) again. In this luscious culinary tome, Greenspan manages to break through the mystique of French baking techniques with ease and humor. She is, quite simply, the perfect guide for any baker who wants to explore everything from approachable variations on haute pâtisserie to those classic weekend cakes called gâteaux de voyages.
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"Baking Chez Moi"
By Dorie Greenspan
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt,
Of late, I’ve been poring over countless cookbooks for research. It’s made clear to me how important the author’s voice is in translating subject matter, recipes and technique. Greenspan’s uncomplicated, personable style makes me want to study her cookbooks cover to cover, with notebook in hand and an occasional smile. After all, how many cookbook authors will attribute a recipe’s success to “the magic of that vixen: chocolate”?
Reading “Baking Chez Moi” is like spending time with a best friend who happens to know just about everything there is to know about French baking, and whom to ask when she doesn’t. Even better, she’s a whiz at translating it into something that readers can conquer, not fear. It’s a skill that is never handier than when trying to attempt trickier French desserts like colorful macarons or her riff on Pierre Herme’s sumptuous Carrément Chocolat.
Anyone who has attempted advanced baking knows that it is an art of precision. Following directions to the letter is normally recommended. Yet while Greenspan encourages the exactitude of using metric weights and measures, she also allows for some interpretation, and in many cases promotes it.
Affectionately nicknamed “Miss One More Minute,” the author suggests that recipe timing is meant to be a well-defined guide but not absolute — especially when oven calibrations are never the same. Through her own tales of hits and misses, she gives the reader permission to play, including inventive sidebar suggestions she titles “Bonne Idées” (good ideas).
But what I like best about Greenspan’s approach with “Baking Chez Moi” is her active style of cross-pollination between recipes throughout the book. She moves from recipe to recipe just long enough to unearth the special character of each, then whisks along to find clever ways to employ it elsewhere, inviting the reader to jump right in and join her. And I took that invitation — after a first read, my copy was left with 17 sticky notes tagging the recipes I intend to try first.
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From "Baking Chez Moi"
"This recipe was given to me by Joëlle Caussade, whose husband, Gilles, owns a lively Paris bistro, Le Petit Vendôme, where Joëlle makes the mini cannelés that are served with coffee.
"A word on timing: The batter needs to rest in the refrigerator for at least 12 hours, so plan ahead.
"Serving: Cannelés are traditionally served alongside coffee or tea and often turn up on trays of mignardises, the small sweets that are after-dessert desserts.
"Storing: The batter needs to be refrigerated for at least 12 hours, but it can hold there for up to 3 days. As for the baked cannelés, they’re perfect the day they are made and still good, but firmer and chewier, the day after. Keep the cannelés in a dry place at room temperature. Lightly cover them if you like."
- 2 cups (480 ml) whole milk
- 1¼ cups (250 grams) sugar
- 2 tablespoons (1 ounce; 28 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 cup (136 grams) all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 large egg yolk
- 2½ tablespoons dark rum
- 2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
- Melted unsalted butter, for the molds
- At least 1 day before making the cannelés: Bring the milk, ¾ cup of the sugar and the butter to a boil in a medium saucepan, stirring occasionally to make sure the sugar dissolves. Remove from the heat and let cool until the mixture reaches 140 F. (If you don’t have a thermometer, cool the milk for 10 to 15 minutes; it should still feel hot to the touch.)
- While the milk is cooling, put the flour and the remaining ½ cup sugar into a strainer and sift them onto a piece of parchment or wax paper. Keep the strainer at hand.
- Working with a whisk, beat the eggs and yolk together in a large bowl until blended. Whisking without stopping, start adding the hot milk, just a little at first; then, when you’ve got about a quarter of the milk blended into the eggs, whisk in the remainder in a steady stream. Add the flour mixture all at once and whisk—don’t be afraid to be energetic—until the batter is homogeneous. You might have a few lumps here and there, but you can ignore them.
- Strain the batter into a large bowl or, better yet, a pitcher or a large measuring cup with a spout; discard any lumps in the strainer. Whisk in the rum and vanilla, cover the container tightly and refrigerate the batter for at least 12 hours. (The batter can be refrigerated for up to 3 days.)
- Lightly brush the cannelé molds with melted butter and put the pan in the freezer. The pan needs to be frozen only for 30 minutes, but if you put it into the freezer right after you make the batter, you won’t have to wait for it on baking day.
- When you’re ready to bake: Center a rack in the oven and preheat the oven to 450 F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. Put a cooling rack on the sheet and put the frozen cannelé molds on the rack.
- Remove the batter from the fridge. It will have settled and formed layers, so give it a good whisking to bring it back together, then rap the container against the counter to debubble it a bit. Fill the cannelé molds about three-quarters full.
- Bake the cannelés for 30 minutes, then lower the oven temperature to 400 F and bake for another 30 minutes or so. Cannelés are supposed to get very dark—black really—but if you’re concerned that yours are darkening too fast or too much, place a piece of parchment or foil over the molds. When properly baked, the bottoms will be dark and the sides of the little pastries will be a deep brown—think mahogany. (I spear a cannelé with a bamboo skewer and pull it out of its mold to inspect it.) While the cannelés bake, they may puff above the tops of the molds, like popovers or soufflés, and then, as they continue baking, or when they’re pulled from the oven, they’ll settle down. Pull the whole setup from the oven and put it on a cooling rack.
- Let the cannelés rest in their molds for 10 minutes, then turn them out onto a cooling rack. (Resting gives the tender pastries a chance to firm so they’ll hold their shape when unmolded.) Be careful: Even though you’ve waited 10 minutes, because of the caramelized sugar and melted butter, cannelés are hotter than most other pastries. Let the cannelés cool until they are only slightly warm or at room temperature.
Main photo: Dorie Greenspan. Credit: Alan Richardson
The next time you bite into a peach and experience a burst of juicy flavor that threatens to dribble down your chin, you might owe Dr. Stanley Johnston a note of thanks. Chances are you are eating a Redhaven, the most widely planted peach variety in the world. It was developed by Johnston during his long career at Michigan State University’s South Haven Experiment Station, beginning in the early 1920s.
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Even though Michigan’s production pales in comparison to leading peach-producing states like California, South Carolina and Georgia, the Mitten State gets to claim Johnston as its hometown hero. He dedicated his life to creating fruit varieties that would thrive in Michigan’s perfect conditions, including the Redhaven peach and his namesake, the Stanley blueberry, and his legacy can be found all around the world.
While there are hundreds of varieties of peaches, Johnston’s best-known creation was a series of eight different Haven peaches, and the Redhaven variety is the most famous of all. So it is fair to say he’s responsible for years of wonderful pies, cobblers, sundaes and sauces, all served up during peak peach and blueberry season.
Professional chefs and home cooks alike have long known that the brilliantly colored Redhaven is ideal for baking, canning or freezing. But what exactly makes the Redhaven an all-time favorite? It is that perfect combination of intensely pure peach flavor all wrapped up in a nearly fuzzless globe of juicy smooth texture. It is the quintessential peach.
When I’m within reach of a farmer’s stand, I almost always opt for white peach heritage varieties that smell, taste and look the part of a season-ripe and ready delicate fruit. But I’m also willing to admit that it’s hard to beat Johnston’s classic Redhaven if you’re after really “peachy” punch.
This summer, I decided to celebrate Johnston’s contributions to summer fare by grilling a slab of pork ribs and slathering them in a spicy peach and blueberry grilling sauce. I can also attest that the sauce’s deep rich, sweet and spicy flavor is just as good over grilled chicken. If you want to join me, pick a peck of peaches and a couple pints of blueberries and let’s get the party started – just don’t forget to thank Dr. Johnston.
- ½ pound fresh blueberries
- ½ pound fresh peaches, skins removed
- ½ large onion, roughly chopped
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ½ cup dark brown sugar
- ½ cup cider vinegar
- ½ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 chipotle chiles in adobo (canned variety)
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Place all ingredients in food processor or high-powered blender and process until sauce is a smooth consistency, about 3-5 minutes.
- Transfer to a small saucepan and heat over a medium flame until the sauce reaches a boiling point, reduce and simmer for 30 minutes.
- The sauce can be prepared up to one week in advance but must be refrigerated until needed.
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Oshkosh gymnasts 2nd at EVC meet
VALDERS – The Oshkosh co-op gymnastics team turned in a strong performance at the Eastern Valley Conference gymnastics meet on Friday night, finishing second behind Manitowoc Lincoln.
Oshkosh finished with a team score of 125.75, edging Sheboygan by 2.2 points for the runner-up spot. Manitowoc finished with a score of 133.15 to win the title.
Theresa Richards turned in the top-individual finish at the meet for Oshkosh with a second-place finish on the vault. She scored an 8.9. Sam Markel was seventh, and Megan Best tied for eighth in the event.
Gabby Tagliapietra and Richards finished third and fourth, respectively, on the balance beam, while Markel also finished in the top 10 by tying for ninth place.
Tagliapietra led Oshkosh on the floor exercise with a fifth-place finish, while Best turned in the top score for Oshkosh on the uneven bars and finished seventh.
Richards finished a close fourth in the all-around, totaling 32.5, to finish three-tenths behind Valders/Roncalli’s Kelly Jacobs. Tagliapietra was sixth and Markel placed ninth in the all-around for Oshkosh.
Manitowoc Lincoln’s Brynn Tackett took first in the all-around with a score of 35.475, while also collecting the top scores on the vault and beam. Teammate Alyssa DeZeeuw led the conference competitors on the floor and bars.
Team scores: Manitowoc Lincoln 131.15, Oshkosh 125.75, Sheboygan 123.55, Valders/Roncalli 121.7, Markesan 109.7, Kaukauna 88.85
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- Tesla stock is down more than 65% in 2022, but longtime bull Adam Jonas of Morgan Stanley isn't giving up.
- Despite recently trimming his price target, Jonas still sees 122% upside for Tesla shares.
- He thinks Tesla will extend its lead in the electric-vehicle space next year, and also benefit from the Inflation Reduction Act.
Morgan Stanley remains bullish on Tesla stock despite recent turmoil and worry over Elon Musk's focus.
In a recent client note, longtime Tesla proponent Adam Jonas cut his price target on the stock $250, down from $330 previously. But despite the mea culpa, his new forecast still calls for 122% upside from Wednesday's close.
Jonas offered two main reasons for his continued optimistic outlook: Tesla will extend its existing lead versus electric-vehicle competitors, and also see benefits from the Inflation Reduction Act.
When addressing Tesla's more than 65% drop in 2022, including a 40% plunge in December alone, Jonas stopped short of blaming CEO Elon Musk's preoccupation with Twitter — something that a growing chorus of critics have pointed to as a major loss driver. He instead attributed it to supply outpacing demand for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic, and assorted "technical factors."
"The last two years of demand exceeding supply will be substantially inverted to supply exceeding demand," Jonas wrote. "Within this environment, we believe players that are self-funded (non-reliant on external capital funding) with demonstrated scale and cost leadership throughout the value chain (from manufacturing to up-stream material supply) can be relative winners."
He continued: "Between a worsening macro backdrop, record high unfavorability, and increasing competition, there are hurdles to overcome. Yet we do believe that in the face of all these pressures, Tesla will widen its lead in the EV race, as it leverages its cost and scale advantages to further itself from the competition." | <urn:uuid:a79ec2c4-8bc0-424e-93d2-9026d0582834> | CC-MAIN-2023-14 | https://markets.businessinsider.com/news/stocks/tesla-stock-outlook-forecast-adam-jonas-upside-elon-musk-blame-2022-12 | 2023-03-21T03:42:23Z | s3://commoncrawl/crawl-data/CC-MAIN-2023-14/segments/1679296943625.81/warc/CC-MAIN-20230321033306-20230321063306-00639.warc.gz | en | 0.955735 | 397 |
Alan Smithers and his team at the University of Buckingham do a fairly good analysis of our trainee and newly trained teachers each year. Their league tables are a must for potential students. This year, they note, for example that 80 per cent of teachers trained in schools are teaching a year later, but the figure is rather lower among those trained at universities, though a snapshot six months after graduation may not tell the whole story. This is another argument for extending employment-based training, which has already grown substantially under Labour to a fifth of all training.
But they are being a bit disingenuous in the claim that has hit the headlines: two thirds of science teachers don't have 2 A levels. Of course, this refers only to those on four year undergraduate courses, a route mainly chosen by primary teachers. Buckingham's own data shows that only 6 per cent of secondary teachers are now trained on such courses. In fact, there were only 953 people accepted onto all four year secondary teaching courses in 2008, of which only a fraction will have been to science, compared with 5147 onto postgraduate PGCE science courses alone. And as the Buckingham team acknowledge, 78% of them had good degrees.
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Liven increase bachelor or bachelorette party by having an Orange county party bus rental
Do you wish you could go to the happening places in your town while having a party on the move? Find it difficult to co-ordinate using your friends while taking in the sights and sounds from the town? Want a place in places you and your friends can party through yourselves? The Orange County party bus rental offers just what you have been trying to find. A limo party bus is the foremost way to travel inside a group in comfort and security while wearing fun because of the amenities you need at hand.
A party on wheels
Party buses today are becoming extremely popular and so are considered absolutely essential for events like bachelor or bachelorette parties, proms and night out tours. With an Orange County party bus you don't have to worry about the traffic or parking. All party bus rentals come having an experienced chauffeur who ensures complete safety while driving.
The best good thing about party buses is that you simply won't must plan for throwing an event. A party bus is a discotheque or club on wheels with dance floors, the most effective audio-video gear, flat screen TVs, laser lights, mirrors plus an in-built bar. So you won't must bother about entertainment as you become a complete package on wheels which you'll take anywhere you want. And the choice is three card poker games online endless, casino tours, wine tours, vacation tours everything is possible.
An experience you won?t forget
Enjoying a celebration in a limo luxury bus is surely an experience which is simply unforgettable. The right ambiance is made the moment you step into the bus. A feeling of exclusiveness and class will enliven your party all the strategy to the destination. A ride in a celebration bus is the more enjoyable if one is traveling long distances. You can use some entertainment when things start dragging and feel than riding in the coach in which you can take in a movie, hear your favorite music tracks or let hair down. An extra large aisle and tall ceiling ensures that there's room to enjoy dancing and lounge around.
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The more the merrier
Orange county limo party bus rentals come in the variety of size and shapes for groups of any number. You can have a celebration with all your friends and also have a bash they will remember for quite a while. A party bus lives up to the "more the merrier" theme. From 4 to 40, numerous people can comfortably move around in a limo party bus. An in-built bar using a bartender on request ensures that you have a lot of refreshments with a wide variety of beverages from which to choose.
Orange County party bus rentals
You can easily hire a limo party bus in Orange County with a lot of companies offering online and phone booking facility. Party bus rentals are carried out on an hourly basis however, you can avail of flat rates for vacation tours. You can also request a web-based quote from many limo rental companies in Orange County. Compare the quotes as well as the services offered preferably by checking out the party bus you would like to hire beforehand. For more information about our party bus services or rates visit our website at
Orange County Party bus rentals add spice to events like
? Bachelor or bachelorette parties
? Vacation tours
? Wedding or birthday parties
? Night out tours
? Casino or wine tours
? Tailgate parties
? Frat and sorority events
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Open Public Consultation in relation with the evaluation of the Creative Europe programme
The objective of the consultation is to collect the views of stakeholder groups as well as the general public, in addition to the organisations and individuals directly involved in or benefiting from the activities of the Creative Europe programme.
Field: Creative Europe Programme
Target group: General public/stakeholders
Period of Consultation: 23/01 - 16/04/2017
Objective: The consultation aims to gather comments and perspectives on the relevance of the Creative Europe programme's objectives, the effectiveness of the measures taken to achieve them and the efficiency of their implementation. Thus, the consultation aims to establish the added value of the Programme in relation to the challenges and opportunities of cultural and audiovisual sectors, compared to what could be achieved by Member States only.
Finally, the public consultation includes forward looking questions regarding a possible successor programme to Creative Europe after 2020.
Consultation document: The consultation is hosted on the website of ICF Consult. The consultation must be responded to on-line only, and replies sent by email will not be accepted.
An extract of the questions has also been made available in pdf format to assist with the preparation of responses.
Although the questionnaire will only be available in English, respondents are welcome to answer in any of the official languages of the European Union.
Protection of personal data: Please consult the specific privacy statement to know how the European Commission ensures the protection of personal data in this open public consultation.
Results of the consultation and next steps: The results of the public consultation will be used together with the other data and evidence to inform the ongoing independent mid-term evaluation of the Creative Europe Programme.
Once the evaluation is completed, the European Commission will adopt a Report, drawing on other studies and sources of information, addressed to the European Parliament and Council. This will include a summary of the results of this consultation.
Contact: Directorate-General for Education, Youth, Culture and Sport
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I will always be into: Music, Cooking & Baking, Chocolate, Making Art, Learning, Logic
Extra info: I am a straight forward person who likes changing/evolving.
I really like surprises and not knowing what to expect.
I read cookbooks & am just discovering cyberpunk.
i LOVE color!! Bright or dark, and especially coordinating.
Crafty stuff: I have done all kinds of crafts, art, sewing, etc. If I make something I tend to use whatever means/method to make it "come together" as I see it in my head, so I appreciate really unique knick knacks.
I like most types of candy, and am up for most anything. I don't like artificial flavors nor black licorice.
I have recently found myself addicted to macarons, though those may be considered more a pastry.
eclectic, but esp: Most/all hip hop & rap, Black Keys, Dandy Warhols, The Blow, Flaming Lips, Rev. Peyton's Big Damn Band, Belle & Sebastian, CocoRosie, Pixies, M. Ward, Scissor Sisters, Ben Folds, Radiohead, Fischerspooner, White Stripes, She & Him, mellowdrone, Bishop Allen, Simian, Goldfrapp, Modest Mouse ... Not country unless it's classic (i.e. Loretta Lynn, Johnny Cash, etc.) I hate U2 (and I don't hate many things)
Dexter, Freaks & Geeks, Orange is the New Black, House, Black Mirror, Archer.
True Stories, Who am I This Time?, The Secretary, Amelie, Motorcycle Diaries, Tootsie, Strictly Ballroom, pretty much all Focus Features.
Colors: COPPER! I like Red/Black/White, also green, like the color of moss, and bright blue.
Magazines: The Sun, Venuszine, Bust, Gourmet/Bon Appetit, Good, Stop Smiling, Readymade.
Coffee in all its forms Black licorice/strong anise, clutter Bananas, Religion
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Great peaches are available at local markets from June well into the fall, but July is really the heart of the season for the San Joaquin Valley, the state's largest growing area. Early peaches tend to be small, watery and clingstone, and late varieties can be dry and mealy, but right now we're in the sweet spot when many standard commercial varieties are freestone, with luscious melting texture and rich aroma.
Choosing a good variety is crucial, however, because there's also a lot of junk fruit out there, with insipid flavor and rubbery texture, even at farmers markets. Below are descriptions of and farmers market sources for a dozen of my favorite peach varieties ripening in July, including both widely grown commercial varieties and connoisseur-quality favorites. Personally I always want to know the variety and rarely buy from growers who sell anonymous "yellow peaches."
The harvest dates are approximate, based on many years of photographs and tasting notes. This year, peach varieties generally are maturing about a week earlier than average, but this may vary considerably at individual farms. If it stays hot (it's supposed to be 108 degrees this weekend in Reedley), the fruit will come fast and furious.
"I don't have a clue. Every time I turn around a variety is ripening way different than expected," said Fitzgerald Kelly of Reedley.
Growers from the high desert, who provide some of the best stone fruit in the markets, harvest several weeks later than those in the San Joaquin Valley. They are indicated by an asterisk (*).
July Flame (June 26 to July 7 in the San Joaquin Valley; July 12-30 in the high desert): Red skin; firm, deep orange flesh; and rich flavor for a commercial variety. R&D and *Tenerelli.
Fancy Lady (late June in the San Joaquin Valley; July 1-12 in the high desert): Good modern commercial variety. *Tenerelli.
Babcock (June 30 to July 10; Giant Babcock is later): The original and for many years the only available low-acid white peach, bred for Southern California's warm winters. Astringent when green-tinged, exquisitely luscious and aromatic when ripe, but bruises madly. Available from Honey Crisp, Avila, Apkarian, Regier and Sweet Tree.
Baby Crawford (about July 5-15 this year in Paso Robles): The best yellow peach, it has golden orange skin with a slight blush, meaty flesh and the intense, spicy flavor of the old Crawford class of peaches, once the standard of quality. Windrose (Santa Monica on Wednesdays and in Hollywood) is the only local grower.
Nectar (July 5-20): Large, very tender white peach with classic acid balance and a strong vinous flavor, although several types are sold under this name. Honey Crisp and Truman Kennedy.
Suncrest (July 10-22; early August in the high desert): Immortalized by David Mas Masumoto in "Epitaph for a Peach: Four Seasons on My Family Farm," it's a very good peach of its era (the 1950s), with juicy, melting flesh and fine flavor, but it lacks the richness of the very best varieties. Honey Crisp and *Winner Circle.
Silver Logan (July 10-25): The best white peach, the peer of Snow Queen nectarine, has milky white skin blushed with crimson, with dense, buttery flesh, a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, and a honey-like aroma, but quality can be erratic from year to year and within an orchard. Windrose and Cirone.
Elegant Lady (July 10-25; July 18-30 in the high desert): For many years the Cadillac of commercial yellow peaches and still widely grown, with attractive red skin, firm but juicy flesh and rich flavor. Summer Harvest, Burkart, Regier, Scott, Honey Crisp, Arnett, Sweet Tree, Asdoorian, *Tenerelli and *Winner Circle.
Sierra Blanca (July 10-25): Classic white peach, high in acidity and flavor, very fragile. Honey Crisp and Fitzgerald Kelly.
July Elberta (July 13-28): A classic yellow peach, similar to the much ballyhooed Fay Elberta. It tends to be astringent unless fully ripened in a hot area. It's good but not great, one of the first patented peaches, bred by Luther Burbank. Arnett, Honey Crisp and Cirone.
Zee Lady (July 15-30; Aug. 1-15): Large and firm, but it develops melting flesh as it ripens. It's a cross of O'Henry and June Lady, with flavor similar to O'Henry and Elegant Lady. The flavor is good for a commercial variety. Apkarian, Arnett, R&D, Summer Harvest and *Tenerelli.
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Police have again failed to meet the deadline for the report into the 2016 murders of LGBT activist Xulhaz Mannan and his friend Mahbub Rabbi Tonoy.
Detective Branch (DB) Inspector Bahauddin Farooqi is assigned to investigate the murder case, while the same department’s Inspector Nurul Afsar is assigned to the arms case filed over the incident.
Two suspects, Shariful Islam Keramot and Rashidunnabi Bhuiyan Tipu have been arrested in connection with the cases.
One of the suspects has confessed to his involvement in the killings.
On Apr 25 last year, Xulhaz was hacked to death by suspected Islamist militants inside his apartment at Dhaka’s Kalabagan along with his friend, theatre activist Mahbub Rabbi Tonoy.
The attack was one of a series of militant-linked assassinations of secular activists and religious minorities and was claimed by the Al-Qaeda in the Indian Subcontinent (AQIS).
The attackers also injured a security guard of the building.
A patrolling policeman, who tried to stop the assailants, was also injured in the process. The assistant sub-inspector managed to snatch a bag containing two firearms, ammunition and a mobile phone from the assailants.
That same night Xulhaz’s brother filed a murder case against five to six unidentified suspects at the Kalabagan Police Station. A separate case was filed over the attack on the policeman and the firearms confiscated.
Xulhaz was a cousin of former foreign minister and ruling Awami League leader Dipu Moni.
An International Relations graduate from the Dhaka University, the 35-year-old joined the US embassy in 2007 before taking up what would turn out to be his last post at the USAID.
He was also the editor of ‘Roopbaan’, Bangladesh’s first LGBT magazine.
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Massage at Las Manos
Las Manos means “The Hands” and because most of our clients tell us..."you have wonderful hands"...
Colleen Finley and William McQueen have both been massaging professionally since 1996, and in fact they met while massaging in Steamboat Springs, Colorado. At that time they opened Gentle Strength Massage in Steamboat Springs. They had a beautiful studio and catered to both the ski/summer spa visitor and local residents, but their dream was a a small town in Central Colorado called Buena Vista, a town that they had both known since the 1970s.
We charge only $70 and only offer 90 minute massages. Why so little for a longer than usual massage? We believe that $70 is a fair price for a one hour massage, just like most everyone in our area. But we believe even more that our guests and clients deserve a very special experience, and a 90 minute massage is exactly that...a very special treat for you.
Colleen and William both believe very strongly that therapeutic massage is a large part of a healthy lifestyle, and they have helped many of their clients and indeed friends to a more relaxed, stress-free and pain-free life through regular massage and bodywork.
Perhaps the most wonderful part of massage at Las Manos is that all massages are 90 minutes. This gives Colleen and William extra time to really give every client the very best attention to relaxing tired and overworked muscles.
Colleen has over 1000 hours of massage training. She graduated from The Mueller College of Holistic Studies in San Diego in 1996. In addition to Swedish and Deep Tissue work, she is continuing her study of CranioSacral Therapy with the Upledger Institute and has recently completed a year of continuing education at The Healing Spirits Massage Training Program in Boulder.
William graduated from The Esalen Institute in 1995. Esalen is the second oldest massage school in the US. Esalen’s style is one of attention to the client’s overall situation. If your shoulder is sore, it usually means that the back, neck, arm and other shoulder are suffering too….and they all need integration into a healthy body. William is known for excellent Deep Tissue work and an ability to relax even the most stressed-out client.
William is continuing his education with ongoing classes with Advanced-Trainings.com, lead by Til Luchau, a former Esalen Massage Team member, and a faculty member at The Rolf Institute. Since 2010 William has completed classes in Neck, Jaw and Head, Headaches, TMJ, Spine and Lower Back, Pelvis and Sacrum, and Sciatica. The remaining classes in Legs, Knees and Feet, plus Shoulder Girdle and Arm will be completed in 2012, for Certification in "Advanced Myofascial Techniques" from Advanced-Trainings.com.
" all of the other massages I've had seem like I was just touched....after William's massage I really felt I had been massaged" Larry Hiskett 11/05/05
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You’ve mastered the basics of Instant Pot cooking. You realize the benefits of owning this helpful kitchen tool. You might be wondering what extras would make cooking with your Instant Pot extra helpful and convenient. While the following 9 items are certainly not required, if you cook with your Instant Pot often (several times a week like I do), you will find they make cooking with your pot safer, clean up easier, and the whole process much more enjoyable. These are the 9 Handy Products You will Want for Your Instant Pot.
9 Handy Products You Will Want for Your Instant Pot
One of the first items most people invest in is a glass lid that fits on top of the Instant Pot inner pot. This is for when you are sauteing items and want to prevent splattering, such as stew beef. I also use mine when I’m serving dinner and want to keep food warm.
2. Silicone Cover
These Silicone covers create an air-tight seal (unlike the glass lid) and can be used to store food in the pot in the refrigerator either before or after cooking. I like to prep my meals in advance, and keep them in the fridge until dinnertime, and this cover is great for that.
I have read some reviews that say these don’t fit on the Instant Pot well, but running it under hot water when it first arrives can help with that problem. It fits tightly, especially at first, to seal properly.
3. Gloves or Tongs
The Instapot inner pot sits down a bit inside your instant pot. If you need to lift it out while it’s still hot, or you need to lift something out of your Instapot (think a pan or hard boiled eggs), you will need a way to reach inside. These gloves or tongs offer two options.
Be sure to remove your Instant Pot lid sealing rings and wash them in warm soapy water after you use your Instant Pot. These rings do break down over time, so you’ll eventually want to replace them, and you might notice that they absorb odor when you cook certain foods. I like these rings that come in a variety of colors. Consider using one colored ring for savory foods and a different one for sweet foods.
5. Steamer Basket
There are quite a few steamer baskets available on Amazon, and most will do the trick just fine. Be sure to get one that fits into your size of Instant Pot. I like this one because it has a long handle.
6. Springform Pan
If you’ve joined any type of Instant Pot Facebook community or read many Instant Pot recipe suggestions, you’ve discovered that not-so-secret fact that you can make cheesecake and other goodies in your Instant Pot. In order to do this you need a Springform pan, or a similar pan where the bottom can be removed.
7. Immersion Blender
Soup making will never be the same once you have an immersion blender. It’s cordless and look at all the different colors it comes in! Make a thick soup by blending right in your instant pot with this immersion blender. Potato soup and vegetable bean soups and chowders are several recipes that come to mind when using this device.
8. Extra insert
I wasn’t insta-cooking long before I wished I had an extra insert for my Instapot. Make several recipes in advance and stash them in the fridge, then quickly prepare dinner or a couple freezer meals by pulling the inserts out and putting them into your instant pot and you are ready to go when you need them.
9. Another Instant Pot!
Is it over the top to need 2 Instant Pots? I currently own a 6 Quart Instant Pot. There is also an 8 Quart Instant Pot available. Besides the extra cooking space that an 8 Quart device would allow me, there is the convenience factor of owning 2 machines. There have been times I wished I had 1 to make a main dish (meat) and a second for a dish dish (rice or potatoes). I also do once a month freezer cooking or sometimes a Saturday or Sunday big batch cooking for the week ahead, and to be able to have 2 pots going at once for these days would be awesome.
For our family’s house-warming party earlier this year, I made pulled pork sandwiches and made all the meat in advance in several batches in my Instant Pot and froze it. Then the day of the party I served it with the “slow cook” function. Two instant pot would have made this go faster.
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Former long-serving city councilwoman Betty Olds cut the ribbon on Saturday to open a newly completed path in the Berkeley Hills that has been named after her.
Mayor Tom Bates, State Senator Loni Hancock, and City Councilwoman Susan Wengraf, as well as nearly 50 friends, family, neighbors and path enthusiasts, joined Olds to mark the event.
Olds served for 16 years on the Berkeley City Council representing District 6 (Susan Wengraf, who now represents District 6, was an aide to Olds), and, before that, six years on the Zoning Adjustments Board and eight years on the Rent Stabilization Board.
When she retired in 2008 at the age of 88, she was likely one of the nation’s oldest elected officials.
Olds was known for being an independent voice, for saying what she meant, whether it was offensive or not and was referred to as variously “prickly” and the “Queen of common sense.” Her wit and “Bettyisms” were often on display in public meetings in the form of comments such as, “There’s a Jenny for every jackass.”
Olds, now 93, was instrumental in securing city funds to finance the first map of the Berkeley pathways. It was published by the Berkeley Path Wanderers Association and is now in its 6th edition, having sold more than 25,000 copies.
The Betty Olds path connects Sterling and Whitaker avenues. It was previously known as Twain Path — #68 according to the Berkeley Path Wanderers’ Association which currently lists a total of 136 paths in the city.
Colleen Neff contributed to this report.
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