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December 16, 2012 |
The audio songs release of the much awaited multi-starrer film Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, starring Mahesh Babu and Venkatesh, is scheduled to take place today at Nanakramguda, Ramanaidu studios. The audio launch will be a glittering affair with Mahesh Babu, Venkatesh and other prominent film personalities gracing the event. Director Sreekanth Addala has completed the entire shooting part and is left with a song (to be filmed on Venkatesh and Anajali). Mahesh Babu and Venkatesh are paired opposite Samantha and Anajali in thid family entertainer for which Mickey J Meyer has composed the tunes.
December 15, 2012 |
Over the last two decades, the Big Four of Tollywood - Chiranjeevi, Balakrishna, Venkatesh and Nagarjuna, have rarely shown an interest in working with each other for multistarrers. But the younger generation appears to be changing. Venkatesh and Mahesh Babu broke the trend and are working together for the upcoming 'SVSC'. Now, Rana Daggubati has expressed a desire to work with Ram Charan in a film. At a promotional event for 'Krishnam Vande Jagadgurum' in Srikakulam, Rana announced that he will appear in a movie with Ram Charan very soon.
December 12, 2012 |
It's actor Venkatesh's birthday tommorow. The senior actor, who recently unveiled his new funky avatar in Shadow, is all set to give the younger lot a run for their money. Talking about the film, Venky says, "After a long time, I am doing an action drama film. It's a stylised action film and my character has many looks in the movie. I'm pretty kicked about it. " The actor who is shooting along with Mahesh Babu for Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu is excited that the film is releasing on Sankranthi.
December 11, 2012 |
The unit of Venkatesh-starrer Shadow will begin shooting for the climax episodes from December 22. Director Meher Ramesh will resume filming scenes on Venky and shall wrap up the remaining part by January 2013. The release date of the film will be announced in February. Venkatesh plays an underworld don in the movie, which is tipped to be an action entertainer. Taapsee Pannu is paired opposite Venky in the lead role while Srikanth and Madhurima are also essaying important roles.
December 9, 2012 |
It is already known that Prince Mahesh Babu and Venkatesh are playing brothers in their upcoming film Seethamma Vakitlo Chirumalle Chettu. The latest we hear about their characters is that Mahesh Babu is playing Chinnodu (younger sibling) while Venkatesh essays Peddodu (elder sibling). Apparently, their characters do not have any names but are addressed with their pet names. The film is nearing completion and currently a romantic number is being shot on Mahesh Babu and Samantha in Pune.
December 6, 2012 |
Venkatesh has signed up for another multi-starrer after Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu. And this time around, it is with actor Ram. The duo will star in the Telugu remake of Bol Bachchan starring Ajay Devgn and Abhishek Bachchan . Venkatesh tells us, "Yes, we are both doing the remake of Bol Bachchan in Telugu. The title of the movie and the director has not been finalised yet. This film will start rolling next year. " The actor says he enjoyed Ram's performance in Ready and Kandireega.
December 4, 2012 |
Looks like producer Raju has finalized the venue for the audio release function of Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu (SVSC). Reports say that the makers have almost zeroed in on Nanakramguda (Ramanaidu Studios) for the audio launch of the multi-starrer film, starring Mahesh Babu and Venkatesh, to be held on December 15. Generally, producers choose a private auditorium to host the audio launches of the big films since fans and scores of people throng the venue. But rather surprisingly, this time around, the makers of SVSC has considered a private studio.
November 29, 2012 |
14 Reels Entertainment through Ficus, is releasing the most anticipated movie Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, starring superstar Mahesh Babu and Venkatesh, in overseas. Following the blockbuster of Mahesh Babu-starrer Dookudu, 14 Reels is looking to recreate the magic in overseas too thus time around. The Magnum opus, produced by Dil Raju under Sri Venkateswara Creations banner, will also relaunch the era of multi-starrer films in Tollywood. Seethamma Vakitlo Sirimalle Chettu, written and directed Srikanth Addala, is penciled to be a wholesome family entertainer with heart touching emotions.
November 28, 2012 |
Akkineni Nageswara Rao did it for Nagarjuna in Collector Gari Abbayi. Krishna did it with Mahesh Babu in Rajakumarudu, Chiranjeevi did a cameo in Ram Charan's film Magadheera and now it seems to be actor Venkatesh's turn to give the needed fillip for nephew Rana Daggubati's upcoming film. Though Rana, with his ripped look and all, has earned the epithet 'Tollywood Hunk', a big hit still eludes him. Seems like the Daggubati scion is in need of a little push and when it comes to family, Tollywood stars have never shied away from promoting their kith and kin. And why not, when the audiences seem to love it?
November 17, 2012 |
'Victory' Venkatesh will soon resume shooting for his upcoming action entertainer Shadow. The unit is making all the arrangements for the new schedule that begins in Hyderabad from November 20 and director Meher Ramesh will be filming scenes on the lead cast for a fortnight. Shadow is in the last leg of production as the shooting is all done except for an item song and climax scenes, and the post production works are progressing simultaneously. The film was earlier scheduled for release on 2013 Sankranthi but has been postponed.


Between 1957 when the lacq gas field was first put into production and 1967, a 3 cm subsidence put into production and 1967, a 3 cm subsidence occurred. This period corresponded to a 30 MPa depletion. From 1967 until 1989, further depletion of 25 MPa induced an additional subsidence of 2.5 cm which this time coincided with more than 1000 microearthquakes and earthquakes 44 with magnitudes greater than 3 and 4 with magnitudes greater than 4.
This paper gives a brief review of earlier case histories. It then goes on to describe a local seismic monitoring network which was installed on Lacq field. The method used for processing and interpreting the seismological processing and interpreting the seismological data takes into account the lithologies and the mechanical properties of the rocks and the source parameters. From the information obtained, the global mechanism of the gas field deformation appears to be the lowering of a rigid block located at the top of the structure by a successive of reverse movements along preexisting fractures and faults. preexisting fractures and faults. The paper goes on to demonstrate the practical consequences with regard to safety and gas production, and the contribution to our production, and the contribution to our knowledge of reservoir behavior over the course of time. close monitoring of subsidence and seismic events in a new and useful aid to understanding the reservoir response to fluid withdrawal.
Several human and industrial activities can trigger or produce seismic events: surface or underground nuclear explosions important quarry blastings, underground accidental explosions etc…. The question becomes more complex as soon as fluid movements are concerned.
Three main types exist: pure fluid injection injection of fluid (or pore pressure increase) due to surface daming and fluid extraction.
Triggering seismic events by fluid injection has been proven to be a straight forward phenomenon, as shown by the observations and phenomenon, as shown by the observations and tests performed in Colorado.
In the case of dam and reservoir filing, this can sometimes be straightforward when seismic events occur very close to the dam or the reservoir at the initial filings (Hoover dam 1939, U.S., Hsing fengkiang 1962, China, Monteynard 1963, France, Kremasta 1966, Greece, Nurek 1972, U.S.S.R.) More questionable are the cases where events occur after several fillings for example: in Marathon 1938, Greece, Kariba 1962, Zambia, Koyna 1967, India, Oroville 1975, U.S., Assouan 1981, Egypt, etc… In these cases, newtonian effects of the reservoir weight have been invoqued as the possible cause of triggering the seismic events. The pore pressure increase in depth and the correspondent effective normal stress decrease, allowing fractures and faults to slip, has also been invoqued as a possible cause of triggering.
Pure fluid extraction (water, oil or gas) is the Pure fluid extraction (water, oil or gas) is the most questionable of these three cases. If up to now most of the oil and gas fields are operated without inducing any noticeable seismic events, some rat cases have been found to cause microseismic or seismic activity. For example, during the 1920's a series of earthquakes were observed to coincide with the production of the Goose creek oil field in Texas. In Italy, the production of gas from the Caviaga field caused production of gas from the Caviaga field caused an earthquake of magnitude 5.5 in 1951. IN 1956, Caloi assumed and was able to confirm in 1970, that the gas production was the main cause of the earthquake.


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Allowing your dog to mix with your chickens is not something to take lightly. A lot rests on the early introductions and also some luck with your dogs natural temperament. A flock of chickens will usually run off in all directions if a dog (particularly one they are not used to) comes bounding over to them and that can easily start a game of chase. If the first time your dog meets your chickens it has a great time chasing them it will be harder to persuade your dog in the future that they are not just a fun game. Sadly for the chickens it is far from fun and can easily turn deadly.
First introductions can start with chicks. In Tyler Edwards video below they explain how they introduced their dog to their chickens as chicks and got her used to them as they grew. They were never left alone together. Once grown and placed outside they were again carefully introduced under supervision.

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Training Log #4:
We have now discussed the training or coaching concept of "not sitting during training," as well as the importance of not repeating the same warm up every day, in. order to allow the brain to be properly turned on. But what if you can also warm up before you even get to the gym?
What effect does music have on your training? Researchers from the University of Houston conducted a study in 2017 showing that when you listen to music that is a constant rhythm and had a “strong personal connection” it would activate your brain and increase stimulation. I have to agree. I would always listen to a good 45 minutes of motivational music on my way to training and afterwards. Remember how in the last training log I said that training should always start on a good note and end on a good note? Well, here is a simple example of one way to do this. There are a few nuances from the research that you may not think about when choosing a song playlist.
Instead of just picking random songs, try picking songs that have a similar theme, a similar tempo and even similar vocabulary. Research shows that the music needs to be familiar to the person to have the same brain activation as you see in the right side of the picture above. This engages the entire brain and since sports require an entire brain to activate the different parts, it makes sense to follow this strategy for the music you pick on the way to training. I suggest you make a playlist of 40 - 50 songs that you know by heart, that have similar tempos and similar themes. Then try listeing to them just before your training starts, or during your warmup.
Psychologist and former athlete, Costas Karageorghis, wrote a wonderful book about the power of music and training. He shows that in the temporal lobe, cortisol is released when listening to music, which is not just used during stressful situations, it also helps to warm up your brain by saying in essence, "wake up!" Picking the right music will activate the brain, like a good creative warm up, turn on the visual, motor control and stress centers of the brain that help regulate all of these different aspects for athletic development.

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Dave Prowse, the former bodybuilder best known for playing Darth Vader in the original Star Wars trilogy, has died aged 85.
Prowse was cast as Vader for his imposing physique, even though the role was voiced by James Earl Jones.
“May the force be with him, always!” said his agent Thomas Bowington.
“Though famous for playing many monsters – for myself, and all who knew Dave and worked with him, he was a hero in our lives.” Mr Bowington called the actor’s death, after a short illness, “a truly and deeply heart-wrenching loss for us and millions of fans all over the world”. Mark Hamill, who played Luke Skywalker in the Star Wars movies, said he was “so sad” to hear the news. “He was a kind man and much more than Darth Vader,” Hamill said on Twitter. “He loved his fans as much as they loved him.”
So sad to hear David Prowse has passed. He was a kind man & much more than Darth Vader. Actor-Husband-Father-Member of the Order of the British Empire-3 time British Weightlifting Champion & Safety Icon the Green Cross Code Man. He loved his fans as much as they loved him. #RIP pic.twitter.com/VbDrGu6iBz
— Mark Hamill (@HamillHimself) November 29, 2020
Prowse’s career as an actor spanned 50 years, but it was his role as the Sith Lord in Star Wars that brought him international fame. Prowse was a definitive presence in all three of the early films, thanks to his hulking 6ft 6in (1.98 m) frame, honed by the weightlifting skills which saw him represent England at the Commonwealth Games in the early 1960s. During this period, he reportedly became close friends with rival bodybuilding competitors Arnold Schwarzenegger and Lou Ferrigno (later better known as TV’s Incredible Hulk) – long before their on-screen fame.
With the success of Star Wars, Prowse became a regular on the fan circuit and attended conventions around the world for almost 40 years, but he was rumoured to have later fallen out with director Lucas and was banned from official events in 2010.
Despite the enduring clamour for Star Wars, the actor always maintained that playing the Green Cross Code Man, which he first portrayed in 1975, was the “best job I ever had”. Dressed in a distinctive green and white superhero suit, he became the face of British road safety for more than a decade, known for his catchphrase “Stop, look and listen”.
His autobiography Straight from the Force’s Mouth was published in 2011.
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Hudson man pleads guilty to CARES Act fraud
HUDSON – Matthew Dispensa, 57, of Hudson recently pled guilty to three counts of bank fraud and one count of attempted wire fraud to obtain $342,650 in CARES Act funding.
Dispensa’s illegal activities began in the spring of 2020, according to U.S. Attorney Jane Young’s office.
In May of that year, Dispensa applied for a $90,400 loan from Primary Bank under the federal Paycheck Protection Program for a company known as Gateway Hills LLC. In doing so, he submitted fake annual and quarterly tax documents as well as a “Management Report” detailing the company’s financial activities through the end of the year, as if they had already happened.
In his “Payroll Summary,” Dispensa stated that he received $8,700 per month from Gateway Hills. Yet, neither the company nor the associated income appeared on his tax returns.
In December 2020, Dispensa applied for a $150,000 loan from the Small Business Administration. On the application, he claimed that Gateway Hills generated a gross revenue of $485,000 for the year. However, there were no bank statements showing any activity from Gateway Hills during that 12-month period.
Dispensa now faces up to 50 years in prison, eight years of supervised release and $1.2 million in fines. He will be sentenced on May 28.

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EIS creates, deploys, and manages business, academic, and infrastructure systems. EIS has a team of technology subject matter experts who advise the campus about the appropriate application of technology to solve business problems.
Delivering campus wide technology services happens here. The 120,000 computing accounts that they manage are just one example. Other examples include DavisMail and Office365, as well as the campus Active Directory and central authentication services (CAS). Enterprise Services manages an amazing variety of campus systems and they do it securely and in a collaborative and cost-effective manner.
This team interacts with customers to provide the technology and services when they need them. They provide administration for software infrastructure systems such as web development, system administration for Linux and Windows operating systems, and database management. The professional services group also provides academic and research programming services for faculty.
Providing campus-wide telecommunications and networking services, operation and maintenance of voice, wireless, and data networking infrastructure, and directory assistance.
The Data Center
IET manages the central Data Center for the campus. It is on task 24/7, 365 days a year to deliver, facilitate, and support services and provide local access to information and educational resources for the campus.
Network Services & Engineering Management
The NSE team is the “front door” for all telecommunications and networking service requests on campus. They do long range planning, design, engineering, and technical advancement of the campus communications infrastructure and manage the communications system design guidelines and specifications, along with campus cell sites. The NSE group also provides full service for capital construction projects, building renovations, and daily moves and changes. The Network Services group also provides campus operator services and manages the online directory in addition to managing 13,000 phone lines for phones, alarms and machines.
Network Operations Center
The vast infrastructure of wireless, telephone, data, video, and radio systems is maintained and supported by the NOC. They maintain more than 3,600 wireless access points alone. Additionally, they troubleshoot problems and make repairs, perform installations and daily maintenance, and help implement the University’s computing policies.


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Healing Is Not Always Linear: Wife’s Wrist Pain
November 19, 2015
November 19, 2015
Master Tung Points For wrist Pain
Acupuncture is just like anything else in life. You expect one thing but often times end up with something completely different and you must adapt to the situation.
My wife had severe wrist pain from carrying the baby and the first two treatments simply did not work. It was not only until the 3rd treatment that we started to see results.Most people see immediate results, but with her, perhaps the qi gets stuck in cyberspace somewhere and doesn’t kick in til the next day.
In Brad Whisnant’s Book he talks about how healing is not always linear. Its goes from day to day but unfortunately in today’s fast paced society people expect instant results. Luckily for me, my wife isn’t going anywhere.
The first treatment we did opposite side: wu hu, huo ying, huo zhu, Lv4,Lv5. The pain moved more lateral toward Si channel but still 7/8/10.
Second treatment: Threw a hail Mary and bombed the local pain point spots along the pain points. (for shame I know) result: Nothing.
Third treatment: reworked the pain area flipped through Dr young’s Master Tung Acupuncture Book and did opposite side: wan shun yi, wan shun er, ce san li, ce xia san li.Still no luck the night of but the next morning she told me it was 40% better.
Currently continuing treatment today it is 60% improved and we’re tracking the progress. Day 5 and we are now down to 30% pain. As always, happy wife = happy life.
Bob Wong was raised in a traditional Chinese medicine family and moved to mainland China to study and train for almost a decade. During that time, he was able to learn from some of the top acupuncturists and Chinese Medicine practitioners in at the Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. His mission is not bring that knowledge and experience to help his patients.
Bob Wong currently maintains an acupuncture practice in the Brisbane area and lectures at the Endeavour College of Natural Health. For more information you can read his full bio or schedule andappointment.
*The owner of this site is not liable for any misfortune that should befall a visitor to this site.This site does not offer personal advice & no information on it can be construed as personal advice. In the event that you may feel our therapies may be of benefit, we advise you to contact the clinic to make an appointment for diagnosis and treatment.

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Marén Artists welcomes two new artists to our roster: the organist Juan de la Rubia and double-bass Uxía Martínez Botana. Out commitment with the Spanish talents remains, thus we underline our philosophy. They are two rare musicians, well known in each instrument.
Juan de la Rubia is the Main Organist of the Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. He is a very versatile musician, who has played at the Palau de la Música Catalana with the Freiburg Barockorchester (after that, he recorded a CD with them and Philippe Jaroussky); he has play recitals at the Konzerthaus in Berlin, Gewandhaus in Leipzig, Mariisnky Theater and Cathedrals such as Cologne, Westminster, etc. De la Rubia also stands out for this facet as improviser, eventually offering recitals only improvising (for instance, he played a improvised recital about the F.W. Murnau’s “Faust”). His last CDs, “Bach” and “Cabezón”, has been acclaimed by the specialized magazines.
Uxía Martínez Botana is the Principal Double-Bass of the Brussels Philharmonic. Very charismatic musician, she was selected by the american magazine “No Treble” as one of the world top 10 bass players and recognized by the international critics for her “great intensity and exceptional technique”. Uxía has played with prominent musicians such as Julia Fischer, Yuri Bashmet, Natalia Gutman, Andras Schiff, Lars Vogt, Tabea Zimmermann, Gary Hoffman, David Cohen, Kian Soltani, Mischa Maisky, etc. In 2016 she was selected “Artist of the Year” in Japan by the music magazine “The Walker’s”. She plays a double-bass called “The English Lady” (1800 ca.), loaned by the Muziek Instrument fonds Van Nederland.
Also joined our agency a well-known chamber group: Rubik Ensemble, formed by six international soloists. They are winners of the most prominent musical competitions, such as Tchaikovsky, Sibelius, Kreisler, Long-Thibaud, Max Reger, etc. Rubik Ensemble is formed by six musicians who comes from six different countries.

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BIOFRUITNET recommendations for stronger organic fruit growing systems
Knowledge sharing is key for bringing together innovative ideas and identify new solutions in organic farming. The Horizon 2020 BIOFRUITNET project aims to collect, evaluate, and select locally known strategies and best practices and make them easily accessible to organic fruit growers across Europe.
Two years of gathering information in 18 countries
Over the past two years, BIOFRUITNET sampled and analysed information from farmers over 18 European countries. This allowed to pinpoint the most concerning obstacles to the organic pome, stone and citrus fruit growing systems in the northern, central and southern Europe. Farmers’ experience and their best practices preferences are the starting point to foster knowledge flow and support European organic fruit growers. From here, the BIOFRUITNET consortium applied a multi actor approach where project partners and external experts assessed the efficiency of the collected measures, identified knowledge gaps and proposed recommendations for further research.
Using European data to deepen local knowledge on organic fruit growing
BIOFRUTINET stresses the importance of local or regional strategies. There is the need to deepen the knowledge on pests and diseases that are emerging in specific areas and identify varieties that are resilient to biotic and abiotic stress in given local conditions. This is because the needs in organic fruit growing differ across Europe with obstacles that may be unique to certain regions or have different relevance among various areas. Codling moth (Cydia pomonella), the most common pest in apple and pear, is only one of the many examples. Its infestation results in injured apples that are not suitable for the market, and it leads to sever economical losses. The damage is potentially much higher in the Southern regions, like Italy and France, where the pest reproduces up to three times more than in Denmark or Sweden.
Recommendations to strengthen fruit growing systems
To further strengthen organic fruit growing systems, BIOFRUITNET recommends:
- Focus on breeding varieties that are less susceptible to several diseases and pests. Such varieties would be a valuable solution to reduce the use of external inputs and enhance yields stability;
- Pest and disease control is the major limitation to organic fruit growing, particularly those regarding emerging and invasive species:
- New strategies must be developed that include innovative and sustainable solutions like the release of beneficials insects and the use of vibrations;
- Strategies for the minimisation of copper input and the use of mineral oils are still not sufficient. Registration process of plant protection products and basic substances suitable for organic farming should be adapted to the specific characteristics of natural products;
- Functional biodiversity should be intensified as much as possible. Local and regional research should focus on understanding the interrelations of measures enhancing general biodiversity and the antagonists of key pests. The effects of climate change on these interrelations should also be elucidated;
- New concepts of orchard design are needed. In many cases, organic orchards systems have only one variety and one rootstock over large areas leading to systems susceptible to pests and diseases:
- To answer to the climate change pressure and foster economically viable systems and high-quality fruit production, innovative management strategies for diversified organic fruit orchards are needed;
- Focus should be given to the best combinations of species and of varieties adapted to the different regions of the EU.
BIOFRUITNET will strengthen the competitiveness of European organic fruit production through strong knowledge networks. Within BIOFRUITNET, IFOAM Organics Europe leads the knowledge transfer and dissemination through easy-to-read end user materials, such as practice abstracts and videos. IFOAM Organics Europe is also responsible for developing a communication kit to maximize the impact of BIOFRUITNET at events, fairs, and congresses. BIOFRUITNET is an EU Horizon 2020-funded project.
BIOFRUITNET has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under Grant Agreement No 862850. This communication only reflects the author’s view. The Research Executive Agency is not responsible for any use that may be made of the information provided.

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On 31st August/1st September 2014 the Development Trusts Association Scotland (DTAS) will be holding its Annual Conference in Cumbernauld, Scotland.
TESS will be represented by Philip Revel, who will have a busy weekend because he is also attending as part of his role as Chair of the Scottish Communities Climate Action Network.
The 2014 Conference is about ‘Our Communities – Our Future’ and includes visits to community groups on the afternoon of Sunday 31st August, with the plenary sessions on Monday 1st September.
DTAScotland was established in 2003 and now has over 200 members who support the work of trusts in local communities across Scotland. Development Trusts are community organisations which are owned and managed by the local community to achieve sustainable regeneration or development across social, economic, environmental or cultural areas. They are independent but work in partnership with other organisations across public, private and third sectors. They aim to reduce reliance on grant support by generating income through enterprise and ownership of assets.
In Scotland TESS will work with a number of development trusts that have been active in developing environmental projects in local communities to assess how they contribute to societal transitions to sustainability.
More information on DTAScotland and development trusts can be found HERE.

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In a game dominated on the defensive side, Seton Hall came out victorious in the nation’s capital as the Pirates defeated the Georgetown Hoyas 60-50 to earn their fourth straight win.
Things started slow offensively as it took until the 5:57 mark in the first quarter for either side to get on the board. Trailing 6-1, Andra Espinoza-Hunter finally landed a jumper in the paint after an 0-for-10 start for the Pirates. Scoring was still stagnant through the rest of the quarter, and Georgetown led into the second frame 10-7.
Sidney Cooks began the second quarter with a quick layup to bring Seton Hall within one. The Hall saw themselves down six later in the quarter, but a turnover produced a Mya Jackson score. A foul on Cooks followed and two shots from the stripe sent the Pirates into the break down 22-20. Georgetown was held scoreless for the final 4 minutes of the first half.
Seton Hall took their first lead with 8:23 remaining in the third quarter, though could not pull away initially. That was until a 14-to-3 run for the Pirates headed into the fourth quarter shifted the tides. Espinoza-Hunter led the way with seven of the 14 points, while Curtessia Dean added five during the 5-minute run.
The Hall never trailed again in their Wednesday evening matchup with the Hoyas. Georgetown was relentless, though, coming within four points multiple times throughout the quarter. A 9-to-1 run sealed the deal after the Pirates led 48-44 with 3:31 left to play in the game. Lauren Park-Lane scored half of her 14 points during the run.
Offensive efficiency for Seton Hall was not up to par with their recent performances, though three Pirates still notched double figures. Park-Lane and Cooks had 14 points each, with Park-Lane adding five assists and Cooks grabbing eight boards. Espinoza-Hunter scored 13 points. Mya Bembry led The Hall with 10 rebounds. The team shot just 23% from downtown but held the Hoyas to a mere 11% off of two triples in the second quarter.
Seton Hall improves to 7-7 in Big East play and 12-10 overall. This is the first time that the Pirates have had an even record in conference play. They will return to action in South Orange on Sunday, February 13th as they host Villanova.


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On November 3rd, Lois Curtis died peacefully in her home surrounded by close friends and family. The disability community will remember her as the main advocate in the famous case L.C. v. Olmstead (1999) (the “Olmstead Decision”). The decision not only recognized that individuals with disabilities had the right to live in the least-restrictive environments, but it also highlighted the importance of providing services for individuals with mental health challenges in the most community integrated setting.
Lois was confined to an institution during her teens and young adult life. She filed a lawsuit, with the help of Attorney Sue Jamieson and fellow advocate Elaine Wilson, against Tommy Olmstead who was Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Human Services. The lawsuit claimed Lois was unnecessarily institutionalized. After reviewing the case, the Supreme Court sided with Lois and Elaine. The Court ruled that unnecessary institutionalization violated an individual’s civil rights – specifically the Americans with Disabilities Act. This decision led to more cases, later expanding the ruling to all state and federal institutions receiving funding. Not just psychiatric hospitals like the one Lois and Elaine were held at.
After the court decision, Lois moved out of the institution and into group and community homes. She eventually moved into her own apartment where she had plenty of supports, including her own group that assisted her with her personal goals and needs. Lois worked the remainder of her life as a disability advocate and portrait artist. She even presented one of her works to former President Barack Obama in 2011.
Lois Curtis’ legacy as a disability advocate continues to shine even after her passing. Her fight is a reminder that it is important to defend the civil rights of people everywhere. With the Olmstead Decision, her accomplishments continue to be at the forefront of the disability community.

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Secretary-General Ban Ki-mon gave his report today to the General Assembly . After sending his condolences to the people of Philippines he announced the emergency allocation of $25 million to fund critical relief efforts. UNTV
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Buzzing emerging act, DARLINGTON EDOSA BRAIMOH, professionally known as RICH DARLINGTON shared inspiration behind his latest and professional debut single with THE HEAVENLY WAVE RECORDS titled BIG STEPPER which was released in October, 2021.
BIG STEPPER is receiving wild mentions and attention are not shying away from the bold step in music genre the controversial act, RICH DARLINGTON have decided to thread.
Although to many it might not have come as a surprise as the Ondo state talent have often spoken highly of himself and his plans for the music industry.
BIG STEPPER like the name packs a punch and with many comparing it to rival the sound of the recent global Grammy award winner Burna Boy. Though it’s still early days for the youngster but fans are still hopeful.
“BIG STEPPER is just me being me”, the afro pop singer, song writer and executive producer RICH DARLINGTON says.
The afro pop single contains some heavy lyrics that speaks volumes of the artist and the youngster has come forward to own this big persona. But we have not known RICH DARLINGTON to run away from challenge yet.


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Schools may be closed, but the learning doesn't have to stop.
Through April 29, World Book is offering free access to their full suite of online resources. Whether you are a teacher looking for help with online learning, or a caregiver trying to entertain kids and supplement classroom instruction at home, World Book has you covered! Content spans all grade levels and is available 24/7 from any device.
Through Find it Virginia from the Library of Virginia, CRRL already offers access to Early Learning (for young children) by World Book. Early Learning is an immersive, educational experience for young learners eager to learn more about the world around them while learning to read.
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Tony and I spent the day going through boxes containing animal bones from the 1990s excavations at Pingusugruk. Tony made a list of boxes that contained the sample bags we wanted, which we then had to find in the warehouse.
There were over 300 boxes from that site, so it was a long day. We didn’t have to open all the boxes, thank goodness, but we had to move most of them. I suspect I’ll be sore tomorrow. Not really in full fieldwork shape yet, unfortunately.
Tomorrow, we’ll do a bit of modeling, before Tony leaves on the evening plane.

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The major priorities for the school district are preparing for an expected enrollment boom, safety and “continually looking forward to ensure that our curriculum is gradually changing, so that we are keeping pace with changing society,” according to one candidate for a two-year term on the Board of Education.
Democrat Josh Kaye said during a League of Women Voters of New Canaan debate that aired Monday night that when he was in school he “didn’t learn how to use a slide rule, even though that had been important for my parents.”
“Because the world changed,” Kaye said. “The world didn’t stop changing in 2000. So we need to look forward. We need to be thinking actively about the skills and abilities our kids need to graduate so that they can be prepared to thrive.”
Responding to the same question about his concrete goals on the Board of Ed, Kaye’s opponent in the Nov. 7 election, Republican incumbent Hugo Alves, agreed that “school security is definitely paramount.”
“I don’t want to say that I’m concerned about it, it’s just that we live in scary times,” Alves said during the debate, which had been pre-recorded the prior week at Town Hall because the Republican was out of town during the live debate this week. “Things are evolving and criminals and bad people just get smarter and more efficient and we just need to keep up with the times and we are moving forward through that and the administration with CAB [the Crisis Advisory Board] has done a great job there and continue, need to continue to focus on that.”
Alves added that New Canaan Public Schools should continue to make its Special Education department even better and that the district should continue to invest in its successful Literacy Academy program.
“I think we need to really stay on top of the Hartford mandates,” Alves added. “Their mandates, at the end of the day—they’re not horrible, but a lot of them we need to stay on top of so we can have creative solutions for things that we don’t feel are appropriate, necessarily, for New Canaan, or at least not in the way that they come down. So, keeping it local.”
The debate, which can be viewed here in full, was played before a crowded Town Hall Meeting Room on Monday night, following debates between the two first selectman candidates and among six candidates seeking four-year terms on the school board.
A town resident since 2010 who has three kids in the system and works as a financial planner, Alves was elected to the Board of Ed for a two-year term in 2021, and is seeking another two-year term following a resignation earlier in the year. Kaye is a lawyer originally from Wilton whose son is a second-grader at East School and whose daughter is in pre-K.
Moderated by Laura Smits of the League of Women Voters of Connecticut, the approximately 25-minute debate saw Alves and Kaye agree on several major issues—such as how to prepare for an expected enrollment bump and addressing any divisions between parents and educators—while also drawing out differences in the candidates’ priorities and approaches.
For example, in response to this question from the League— “What, if any, topics do you feel are meant for the dinner table versus the classroom?” —Alves noted that he attended a “parent health workshop” recently that was more sparsely attended than he’d expected.
“I kind of felt for the teacher that was giving the presentation, because you could tell he was kind of guarded in his delivery of what was taught in health between K through 5th grade,” he said. “And I think that we do a really, really good job of finding that balance. I think better than other districts, according to some folks that I’ve heard, as far as keeping male teachers with the boys of young age, and girls teachers with the girls.”
In terms of specific topics that are not school-appropriate, Alves said that “politics really just need to stay out of the classroom altogether.”
“Nobody needs to know whether you’re a Democrat or a Republican or an unaffiliated,” he said, adding, “I think just on the most common basis stuff, keep religion at home, keep politics at home and just listen to the parents to make sure that, again, [there is] that transparency piece.”
Kaye said in response to the same question that it’s tricky “because I think a lot of the topics that we might have discussed aren’t appropriate either for the classroom or the dinner table.”
“They’re the kind of things that maybe we talk about in health class, or not,” he said. “I think religion is an incredibly important thing, those kind of core moral issues that really belong at home and that can be talked about around the dinner table. I largely agree that politics should be kept out of the classroom. I think there are some contexts where it’s important that we teach kids how to have a discussion about different viewpoints. And I think that analytical thinking is a really important skill if we’re going to teach kids to go out and be productive members of society, to think for themselves, to grapple with arguments they don’t agree with. I think that’s a really important piece of what we do in terms of teaching people how to go out from New Canaan High School and thrive. Because you’re not always going to be talking to people you agree with. And having a conversation that’s respectful, and open minded, but also principled I think is incredibly important. It’s got to be done in a sensitive way. It’s got to be done respectfully, and we certainly have that around my dinner table as well.”
Here’s what the candidates said on other Board of Ed-related topics:
- Alves: “I brought that up two years ago at a Board meeting when [district Human Resources Director] Darlene Pianka was reviewing all of our enrollment, I’d asked if any of that enrollment even considered the proposed, affordable housing tenements that are kind of in the works at this time, and it hadn’t, and the great news is that people moving to our town is great for our real estate values. It’s frankly great for our schools. It looks like we’re getting a more diverse group of folks coming from New York, our property values are great, everything I think is moving in the right direction. It looks like the enrollment will be able to handle it for at least the next few years. I think the concern is really around what happens if and when these developments actually do occur. I often joke maybe we need to bring back Center School and I don’t know that that’s an option, but the Board, [Superintendent of Schools] Dr. [Bryan] Luizzi, we’re well aware of it. We’re on it and we’re going to continue to plan for it.”
- Kaye: “We are expecting an enrollment boom and we’re continuing to gather data on what we expect enrollment to be. So this is an issue we need to look at very carefully. And there are really two things we need to focus on. First is space and ensuring that we have enough classroom space and building space to accommodate what our student population will be. And the second is that we are, we ensure that our administration is empowered to hire and retain enough teachers so that our student to teacher ratio isn’t adversely impacted. So obviously to do that we need to have competitive pay and competitive benefits. But we also need to create an environment where teachers feel respected and supported, and frankly, want to work in our schools. So we need to continue investing in our teachers with additional trainings and certifications, and mentoring and coaching so that teachers continue to be able to hone their craft and want to work here. So, this is an incredibly important issue, and something that we’re certainly going to need to focus on as we learn more about what enrollment in the coming years will be.”
Resolving conflict between parents and professional educators
- Kaye: “I think the answer depends on what we’re talking about. I think all of it, all of the decisions the Board of Education makes should be informed by all of the relevant stakeholders. So obviously parents have important input, teachers and administrators have important voices as well. So if we’re talking about the curriculum process, we have a really strong process for developing curriculum that I think takes into account the concerns of parents, the vision of the Board of Education and also the experience of our professionals, our teachers and administrators. And they come together to create what I think is a really first class curriculum. So I think taking into account as many stakeholders as possible, listening to those voices with an open mind and trying to reach consensus is incredibly important.”
- Alves: “It is a good question, one that’s been on people’s minds for the last couple of years that I’ve been on the Board and as I was running the last time. And it’s been brought to my attention this time: What’s the involvement that parents specifically should have in a curriculum? What’s the involvement that consultants or outside experts should have in curriculum development and other areas of our schools? And the reality is, we all move here for the schools. We have an incredible administration that’s done an incredible job of building just this community of wonderful and excellent teachers. And I think that we need to lean on them—use the terms ‘respect,’ ‘appreciate,’ make sure they’re properly compensated. I’m suspect of a lot of the experts and consultants that we’ve had. I have been relatively disappointed at times. But the good news is that’s why we have a Board of Education and our administrators are also really bright and look to us for guidance on that. And then our job as Board members is to liaise between the administration and the parents to make sure that the parents know what is going on with their kids in the classroom, and that they have a say in what the kids are seeing, what the kids are doing, what the kids are learning.”
- Alves: “It’s interesting, when I ran the last time—we get comments from all areas of the public, some folks think we’re spending way too much relative to our peers, I’ve never heard anybody complain that we weren’t spending enough—but the reality is after two years on the Board, one of the things that I pride myself on and us on is bringing a little bit more transparency to the Board. There was already a lot of transparency with the budget. I think we have probably one of the most transparent budgets in the DRG [Demographic Reference Group]. We brought a little bit more transparency by adding another budget meeting and we have especially—never mind our success—but we have one of the lowest per-pupil costs in our DRG. So I think we’re doing a really good job with the budget. My biggest concern is after Monday’s Board meeting when we got the facilities assessment, there’s $30 million in capital projects that we’re anticipating over the next five to seven, max 10 years. And these are things that we just can’t wait on. So that’s where my focus is going to be, in figuring out ways with the town to efficiently and effectively handle that, because it’s important for increased enrollment, it’s important for our kids to be healthy, our teachers to be healthy.”
- Kaye: “From a 30,000 foot perspective I think our budget is really strong. It’s $103 million and from what I can see, at least, the money is being very well spent. An example of an area where we can spend a little bit more, but potentially save a great deal, is actually in Special Education, which is hugely important to our district and fundamental to our mission as public schools. And when we talk about inclusion, this is a big part of it. The Literacy Academy is a great example of this. We’ve trained teachers in Orton-Gillingham, which is a method to help dyslexic learners read. And it’s a great example of the tremendous work our professionals, including [Assistant Superintendent of Pupil & Family Services] Bill Tesbir, can accomplish with the support of the Board of Education, including your support, Hugo. It’s providing an opportunity for kids to get a Windward or a Southport or an Eagle Hill education without the expense of those schools. So this is a huge win for our district. Instead of outplacements for the students, who need full OG training, which can be incredibly costly, we’re spending a little bit more to have OG training in our schools but ultimately saving a great deal of money. It’s also a way, in terms of inclusion, kids are staying in our schools instead of being outplaced.”
Here are excerpts from each candidate’s closing statement:
- Alves: “I do feel that experience means a lot. There’s a very, very steep learning curve. Not to suggest that it’s insurmountable, but it’s steep. In the first year, you’re drinking out of a fire hose, and it’s a lot. All the acronyms that they use in schools, like, holy cow, now I finally understand 80% to 90% of them, and I’m still working on it. But there’s a steep learning curve. I’ve managed to level that learning curve, I think, with these significant expenditures, which, frankly, that $30 million is the first I’d heard of it just the other night. Like, that’s all I’ve been thinking about for the last two nights, and I think that my 15 years in financial planning is going to bring a tremendous amount of resource to the Resources Committee, and experience in helping in that. And then just my ability to connect with the community. Been here 13 years, got three daughters. I do generally like people. I don’t care if you’re a Democrat or Republican. And you can ask both sides of people in the community and they’ll agree. So, just want to earn your vote for another two years at least.”
- Kaye: “We in New Canaan have a tremendous school system. One of the best in the state and the country. And school systems like this don’t just happen. They take hard work, careful thought and dedication. And we have a long tradition of leadership on the Board of Education that is truly nonpartisan, where you go to a meeting and you watch the Board members and based on the discussion you wouldn’t know what party a member was from. And I think we’ve strayed from that a bit in the last four years and I’m running for the Board of Ed to help bring balance and to bring back that tradition. I think we need to take the temperature down and I think we need to put kids first. There are short, medium, and long term issues that our schools are facing that I think we all agree on and we’ve spoken about some of them tonight. So with focus and dedication and calm, I think we can keep our schools excellent and I hope I can earn your support.”
- Republican Hugo Alves—candidate website, podcast interview (September 2023)
- Democrat Josh Kaye—candidate website, campaign kickoff coverage (September 2023), podcast interview (September 2023)
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You dear kids can see that right here on our website, a new online Cartoon Network challenge is available for you to play with all of your friends, and today, the Gnasher Deadly Dash game for kids is free to play inside the Dennis and Gnasher Unleashed games category.
The Cartoon Network characters are back with a new animal adventure, in which you can see that Gnasher will be the main character, and he is going to need your help in order to gain a lot of points. In this new challenge, you and Gnasher will be working together, because Gnasher is the Cartoon Network avatar of the game, and you will have to keep him running for as long as possible.
Gnasher stole some sausages from a meat shop, and now he is chased by a police officer, and you dear kids will have to help Gnasher escape or try to run for as long as possible until the policeman get's tired, so you have to make sure that you can play for a long time and that means that you will even have one of the highest scores of the game.
This new online Cartoon Network adventure with Dennis and Gnasher will have simple controls that you get used to very easy. You only have to use the UP ARROW keys in order to make Gnasher jump over all the dangers that might slow him down and thus, cought by the police.
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WHITEHOUSE STATION, N.J., Oct. 2 (UPI) -- U.S. pharmaceutical giant Merck & Co. has announced plans to make major cuts during the next two years, including cutting 20 percent of its staff.
Merck said Tuesday it wants to reduce annual spending by $2.5 billion by 2015, The Wall Street Journal reported. In addition to drastically reducing its workforce, now about 81,000, it plans to close some of its New Jersey offices.
Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Frazier told the Journal on Tuesday that Merck still plans to be a leader in research and development, with a focus on diseases like cancer, Alzheimer's and infection with the hepatitis C virus.
"You've got to make sure you establish an infrastructure that will allow you to have R&D in good times and bad," Frazier said.
Merck's worldwide workforce peaked at almost 100,000 after it acquired Schering-Plough in 2009. The layoffs will leave it only slightly bigger than it was before the merger.
Eve Slater, a former Merck R&D executive, told the Journal the big pharmaceutical companies have learned to leave riskier ventures to the smaller biotech companies.
"Merck and lot of the big companies wrongly tried to target blockbusters for major, mega-conditions, and that strategy failed," she said.


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The new roster includes beginner art classes, a new torch working experience and several new technology-based art classes and workshops.
“We chose to focus on short, one day technique and project-based workshops. This structure allows students to try more mediums and meet teachers before they commit to a class at a very affordable price,” Heather Petersen, the center’s education director.
Fall Session 2 starts this week. Interested? Visit MoreanArtsCenter.org.
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Oct 13, 2012It was always going to be difficult for Ellie coming back to the UK, after such a long absence whilst she unexpectedly smashed America, but she hasn't disappointed. 'Halcyon' couldn't be much different from her debut album, but it that was always going to be the case given how much her life has changed since she penned 'Lights'. Indeed, 'Halcyon' has very much captured a specific moment in her life, based around the break-up with Radio 1 DJ Greg James, yet this is not your typical heartbreak album.
Tender yet resilient, emotions displayed on the album certainly contrast each other, with the earlier tracks such as 'My Blood' and 'Halcyon' displaying optimism and drive only to give way to much softer and deeper tones of 'I Know You Care' and 'Explosions'. This album definitely has a versatility to it and it will no doubt act as plenty of material for dance artists such are the strong drum beats that provide the backbone to many of the tracks.
But all-round this is a fantastic and busy album, which has given Ellie Goulding the chance to start afresh and show how she has grown in confidence as an artist to wear her heart on her sleeve. Up there with the best.… Collapse
Oct 9, 2012A very likable album. Ellie is one of the better singers out there at the moment, and the music her beautiful vocals are set to unique instrumental backgrounds, some a lot different from previous album Lights. It's pop flirting with electronic music, and at that, it does a very good job.… Expand
Dec 3, 2013I love it. It's so deep, fresh and so good that I never get tired of it. It's perfect in every way. Tracks like "Hanging On", "My Blood", "Anything Could Happen", "Figure 8" and "Explosions" are literally PERFECT, the lyrics, the sound, the music that is in the whole álbum is excellent. It's true that there are some songs that are no so good in the record, but they fit amazing in it. It's incredible how I never get tired listening to it.… Expand
Mar 31, 2013When you have a natural vocal talent, like Ellie Goulding does, it needs to be harvested correctly.
This is where Goulding's second album Halcyon falls short. Over-produced on the majority of tracks, with needless sampling and vocal effects. The irony is that an 'effect' in terms of music production is supposed to enhance the dynamic range, stereo field, or audio aspects of a signal, and the vocals on Halcyon have in fact been completely ruined by over-production.
There are standout tracks, Explosions, Halcyon and JOY where Goulding's stunning vocals can be truly appreciated, however there are tracks such as Only You, Hanging On, and the first track Don't Say A Word which completely wreck the mood, and have moments which just completely bewilder me.
Being a big fan of her debut album Lights, this was a massive dissapointment for me to listen to, and it makes me concerned with the direction that Goulding is going in.
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(CBS) – Illinois state Sen. Ira Silverstein barely won a ballot challenge on Friday, but that may have been the easy part.
CBS 2 Political Reporter Derrick Blakley explains how Silverstein has to convince voters he deserves another term in Springfield.
Silverstein entered Friday’s hearing at the Board of Elections with his political future uncertain.
“There probably has been a case this close before, but I don’t remember it,” Board Chairman Jim Allen said.
The only state lawmaker publicly accused of sexual harassment, Silverstein submitted 1,999 signatures to get on the ballot. A legal challenge wiped out 995 as invalid. Friday, the board threw out two more.
Eventually, Silverstein’s campaign had 1,002 signatures that were considered valid – a mere two signatures over the threshold he needed.
The board ruled his name will be on the March primary ballot.
“We respected the process, we went through the process. Now, with my name on the ballot, now we’ll continue with the election,” Silverstein told reporters.
Victim’s rights advocate Denise Rothheimer leveled sexual harassment charges at Silverstein, a charge the inspector general rejected. However, the I.G. said the lawmaker behaved in a manner unbecoming a legislator.
Silverstein’s campaign sent a letter to his constituents. He says the communication was meant to tell voters “I made a mistake and asked for their support.”
Silverstein’s legal opponents have five days to decide whether they want to challenge the election board’s ruling in court.
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Chairman of the Emancipation Support Committee Khafra Kambon says he is happy that the Prime Minister has raised concerns that the country’s African population is not doing as well as expected.
“This is a very serious concern, because there is no doubt that we are in a crisis situation where too many of our African youth are finding themselves in serious problems. Too many of our communities are living under stress because of crime,” Kambon said yesterday.
“It is important that Government identifies it as a problem. And now they must identify the targeted solutions that are going to apply to that problem. To me that is a beginning to moving towards proper dialogue, proper discussions about approaches that can be effectively taken in order to deal with the situation and not simply say just let the forces of the State kill them out and that’s it,” he told the Express via telephone.
Kambon said the current crime situation was creating anxiety and fear throughout society, not just among those living in communities plagued with crime and violence.

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O.K., so I was certainly excited and happy when our youngest son, Thomas, graduated H.S. and his brother, Peter, arrived safely from Los Angeles that night -- but the *really* amazing news is that we now have the most adorable and wonderful kitty living with us -- dear, sweet Lyla.
She is actually Peter's cat, and we agreed to take her in for the Summer and possibly beyond, depending upon where he's living in the Fall, when he starts Law School.
If it's a dorm, Lyla will certainly stay with us for the year (which is what I'm hoping for <grin>). But if she goes back to her "father" (does this make me a grandma?!!), we'll adopt a kitty from the shelter. Been way too long since we've had furry companions -- our dear cats passed away, several years ago.
But unlike before, I have become much more aware of a number of issues and would like Lyla to be kept indoors exclusively. This will definitely present new challenges and be a learning experience, as our past cats were always outside (no litter boxes, scratching posts, toys, places they needed to learn not to jump up on, etc.).
Be that as it may, I'm so excited and happy to have her! She's really a sweetie and absolutely gorgeous -- a long hair mix in shades of brown and black with tail like a feather duster. I think I'm in love!


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Art and Michael Warming Up
Art and I hadn't been to Tahquitz in quite a while. My excuse was the desert, Art's a bit more emotional after witnessing last year's accident. Talking about it, the two of us decided that it was time to head on out and have some fun. Other than a bit of snow, the day was one more to remember those that were here before us.
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So,... I finished my first quilt last week and I LOVE it!!!! The squares were pre-cut 4" squares of random floral patterns that I already had around the house. This quilt turned out SUPER small. MAYBE this would be big enough for a baby blanket. I used all the pink, blue and green florals I had, backed it with a CHEAP twin sized ivory sheet and the binding is a pink and white stripe. It turned out very cute and picnic-y! :) I am already on to my second quilt, which unfortunately, I can't blog about since it will be a gift!
The pictures aren't great, but lighting is pretty tricky in my house. I love the patchwork look, and the piecing of the quilt top is not my favorite part, I really liked the accomplishment I felt after I finished the machine quilting part.


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Alright this is my first story posted on here. I love love love to write so there will be more frequently! This is only a tiny portion of this story, so if I get some reviews I'll post the rest. :) Hope to hear from you!
I slowly push my books into my locker. Math. Science. History. I grab my sketchpad and my adidas gym bag. Slinging my bag over my shoulder I grab an orange mechanical pencil from the top shelf. I turn quickly, pushing my glasses up on my nose, kicking my locker shut. I walk down the halls, which by now are swarming with people. Jocks. Nerds. Skanks. Outcasts. Easily dodging people, I sidestep so that I'm hugging the wall. Compared to my worn moss colored sweater, black skinnies, and white converse everyone else's Hollister, Aero, and Abercrombie jeans and T-shirts seemed so expensive. I head straight to the bathroom after rounding a corner. The old 70's yellow tile seemed to line every inch of the bathroom. Even the stall doors and walls were painted the ugly color. I look in the mirror farthest from the entrance. My auburn curls seemed wild, and my deep green eyes looked weary. A cautious smile was planted on my face as I tuck a single curl behind my ear. I take a deep breath then push my glasses up the slim bridge of my nose. Then I turn to walk out of the bathroom when a heavy girl runs in. Her hands cover her face and sniffles escape her mouth. She runs into the bathroom that had more graffiti on it than paint. She lets out small sobs as she slams the door and viciously locks it.
I bite my lip and figure that leaving this poor girl with no one to talk to would be a crime that I most likely wouldn't be forgiven for. I gently knock on the door, which ironically had 'Pansy' scrawled in cheap bic pen ink by the handle.
"What do you want? Go away!" She replies to the knock.
"Come on, I just want to know what happened. Are you okay?" I kind of whisper back. I honestly felt sorry for the girl. Most likely bullied for her weight and the way she dresses. I mean she ran into the bathroom wearing thick wool leggings, a jean mini skirt, bright neon layers of tank tops, and a scraggly scarf type thing along with muddy green combat boots. I had been made fun of for my way of dressing a while ago. I liked to wear sweaters, so?
"The usual. I'm fine" She quietly sniffled back to me. Her tone seemed exhausted like she couldn't take anymore of what the kids, or kid, had been doing to her. Like she didn't care anymore. Nobody deserves to feel like that, not even those who bullied. The reason they bully is most likely 'cause they were bullied too. An endless chain of stupidity if you ask me.
"I don't think your fine. Maybe you should tell me what's up. I'm open minded." I say, letting out a small breath, I sit down on the floor at the back of the room. I flip open my sketchpad and brush my pencil lightly across the paper. Making tiny lines that added to one word that popped into my head 'Late'. It won't be my first tardy but I wouldn't get in too much trouble.
"Have you ever felt like your life is just a game for others to play with?" She sighs.
"Honestly? No. But, that's me being blunt."
She ignores my comment and goes right on talking, which I like, because I love to listen.
"I hate all those stuck up snobs that think picking on me is a daily entertainment show." She says, her words filled with true anger and self-pity.
"Yeah, it's a shame that they can't grow up. They don't know it but mostly everyone else, besides their clique, hates them. So blinded by arrogance and ignorance. Sad really." I say, almost talking to myself.
I hear nothing else from the girl for a few moments. So, I complete my 'Late' picture and put my signature at the top left hand corner.
"Well, I'd better get to class." I state, and then stand up, brushing off the back of my pants and the back of my legs. I begin to walk out the door then a hushed voice says 'Thank you' so quietly I almost can't hear. The words made me smile from the heart, so I replied.
"No problem, take care of yourself."
In my art class, Mrs. Torkett excused me from being late only because I said my locker was jammed. I only came up with an excuse because she asked me why I was late, it actually came out on whim and I was surprised it was such a liable excuse. I take my seat next to Jeremy Turner. He's what you would call a Jock, but he's the main Jock's best friend. Making him not as bad as all the other Jocks. He was nice, I guess, but very hard to read.
"Where ya been, Clark?" He whispers to me as I sit down. He was doodling a picture of… something I couldn't quite recognize from this angle. Clark is not my name if you're wondering. It's Kelly. Jeremy has always called me by my last name, Clark, ever since I've known him.
"Nowhere." I explain in short. This time he slightly looked at me, glancing up from his doodle. His bright blue eyes stare at me for a moment. Then his gaze drops. His sleek black hair was sculpted into a modern asymmetrical ducks tail. His skin was a light bronze, which made his eyes seem even bluer when he looked at me.
"Okay, class, I want you all to stand up." Mrs. Torkett says loudly, followed by a few groans and sighs.
"Come on now, you're in eighth grade, not fifth grade." She states, clearly agitated by some of the class' behavior.
When we stand up I realize how much taller Jeremy is than me. He's almost a full head taller, actually. His broad shoulders are almost twice a big as mine too. Two years ago he'd been a lanky kid getting crushed in football. Now he seemed to be filling out.
"Now, pick a partner, we're going to be doing a big project. It's a tribute to Van Gogh. Impressionism. Bright, unnatural colors, right class? We've learned this." She
says, glaring over our heads. She, I swear, almost cleared seven feet tall. She was a thin woman, almost as thin as paper. Her boring blonde bob with bangs didn't help her look either; neither did the fact that she wore three-inch heels everyday.
I looked over at Caleb, he winked at me, a small grin crept up on his face. Caleb has been my best friend for as long as I can remember. He's also been gay for as long as I can remember. He grew up as the only boy in the third grade that wore scarves and girly glasses. I loved him 'cause he stood out. He was different and so was I. His personality fit mine perfectly. He was energetic and demanding, I was laid back and agreeable. He was short, for a boy, my height. He had wide shoulders and little legs, short spiky caramel hair and perfectly tiny aligned teeth. Also light gray eyes that, I believe, could see into your soul.
"Requirements are on the board. This project is due in two weeks people, hop to it!" She exclaimed as she plopped down into her poofy tan desk chair.
I walk up to the board slowly, letting the people that just had to get there first… get there first. Caleb walked up behind me, I could hear him sigh while some people stood in his way and he waited for them to move.
"Kelly, I was thinking about tomorrow, do you have anything planned?" He said, his voice sounded like a normal guy's. Not high pitched and not like his nose was plugged up.
"Uhh… maybe some stuff. Why?" I said, making sure he heard the emphasis on the 'stuff'. Caleb knew my incredibly secret secret that I have never told anyone else but him. I was born with the ability to turn my arms -which I found out were a proto-type gene switch experiment my parents had agreed to because they were both science professors and really into the whole half human half machine thing- into any science fiction looking weapon, or house hold item I wanted. I wasn't upset at my parents for agreeing to the experiment, no way. I was actually kind of happy because they gave me a gift that made me different. Although, I wasn't all that different physically. I appear normal, sure, but I sure the hell wasn't.


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You’re at the mall and you pass by the food court. You smell the smells and you eye the plates piled with orange chicken samples. It’s a scene we all know all to well… but with this recipe, you can experience that same tempting sensation at home with this amazing orange chicken recipe.
Orange Chicken with Rice
Original # of Servings: 1
Total Time: 45 minutes
Active Time: 45 minutes
- orange juice – 4 tablespoon
- low sodium soy sauce – 1 1/2 teaspoon
- garlic – 3/8 teaspoon
- boneless skinless chicken thighs – 4 ounce
- hoisin sauce – 3/4 teaspoon
- sesame oil – 1/2 teaspoon
- corn starch – 1 1/2 teaspoon
- sesame seeds – 1/4 teaspoon
- white rice – 4 tablespoon
- Bring orange juice, soy, black pepper, minced garlci, and hoisin to a boil and reduce by half.
- Heat a wok or saute pan over medium heat and add oil.
- Cook rice by package directions.
- Thinly slice chicken, season with salt and pepper, and toss with corn starch.
- Add chicken to the pan and cook until crispy.
- Toss chicken with orange sauce and cook for another 5 minutes.
- Plate and garnish with sesame seeds.
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A bill in the State of Oregon's Senate Finance Committee waiting to be considered on the Senate floor with a "do pass' recommendation would return some hijacked federal dollars to local school districts.
Senate Bill 747, sponsored by Sen. Ted Ferrioli of John Day and Sen. Tony Corcoran of District 4 which includes Cottage Grove, could return as much as $100,000 annually to the Enterprise school district and as much as $80,000 each year to Joseph and Wallowa. Because of unknown "hold harmless" variables in the legislation, returns to the local school districts could be as low at $50,000 and $40,000 annually to the respective school districts. Of course the bill first has to pass through the obstacle course of the senate, house and Governor Ted Kulongoski.
In 2000 the federal government passed the Secure Rural Schools and Community Self Determination Act which was designed to provide monetary compensation to counties and school districts which had been negatively hit by a significant downturn from forest timber receipts.
With environmental concerns reducing logging activities on federal lands, communities across the nation like Wallowa County with large portions of land in national forests were suddenly deprived of a vital source of revenue. The federal legislation in 2000 was intended to atone for that shortfall.
It did not happen in Oregon because then-Governor John Kitzhaber, with help, confiscated the federal dollars earmarked primarily for rural schools and placed them in the educational funding formula. Instead of going to schools hit by the loss of timber dollars, it went across the board to every school district in the state.
Both Enterprise schools superintendent Brad Royse and Wallowa County Education Service District superintendent/Wallowa school superintendent Ed Jensen are of the opinion that Oregon is in jeopardy of losing $30 million annually because it is not using the appropriated funds as was the expressed intent of the federal legislation. According to Jensen, the original federal bill was authorized until 2007, but may now be re-authorized as early as 2004.
Jensen says that SB 747 has some atypical supporters from the more populated western half of the state, because they have legislation proposed which would allow them to tax businesses and increase income taxes at a local level to support schools. Such would not be in harmony with the across-the-board equilization for students reasoning that was presented to include the federal forest receipt dollars into the state education funding formula.
The "hold harmless" clause, which would dramatically impact the amount of non retroactive dollars to local school districts, hinges on fellow rural counties such as Gilliam and Malheur which do not have substantial federal forest lands. SB 747 would ensure that such counties, which neither have the population to effectively tax businesses and individuals, nor receive forest dollars, would not receive less than the $25 per student per year currently allotted through the forest reciepts' portion of the funding formula.
Jensen places the timber receipts value in Wallowa County at $100 for each student.
The added dollars would in no way erase the financial crunch the local school districts are in, but, in the words of Jensen, "could slow the bleeding."
"An additional $90,000 would help soften the blow of the loss of enrollment," said Royse.
Both superintendents encourage district patrons to send letters to the legislature in support of SB 747. Jensen goes so far as to say that he will share the names and addresses of key senators, plus a form letter, with people who contact him at 426-4997.


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Some of It Was Real - by Nan Fischer (Paperback)
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About the Book"A psychic who isn't sure she believes in herself and a skeptic journalist with one last chance at redemption are brought together by secrets from the past that also threaten to tear them apart. Psychic-medium Sylvie Young starts every show with her origin story, telling the audience how she discovered her abilities. But she leaves out a lot--the plane crash that killed her parents when she was four, the estranged adoptive parents who tend orchards in rainy Oregon, and the fact that she researches her clients on social media so she can be sure to make at least some accurate predictions. After a catastrophic reporting error, Thomas Holmes' next story at the LA Times may be his last, and he's got a great personal pitch. His mother was nearly bankrupted by "grief vampires" like Sylvie after a tragic accident, and he's dead set on using his last chance article to expose her for the conniving liar he's convinced she is. But the secrets Sylvie and Thomas are keeping from each other are nothing compared to the secrets they are keeping from themselves. Almost all of Sylvie's origin story is a lie, even the parts she never tells. Searching for the truth about her past might destroy them both--or it might be the only way to find out what is real"--
Book Synopsis"Fresh, surprising, and compulsively readable."--New York Times bestselling author Andrea Bartz A psychic on the verge of stardom who isn't sure she believes in herself and a cynical journalist with one last chance at redemption are brought together by secrets from the past that also threaten to tear them apart.
Psychic-medium Sylvie Young starts every show with her origin story, telling the audience how she discovered her abilities. But she leaves out a lot--the plane crash that killed her parents, an estranged adoptive family who tend orchards in rainy Oregon, panic attacks, and the fact that her agent insists she research some clients to ensure success. After a catastrophic reporting error, Thomas Holmes's next story at the L.A. Times may be his last, but he's got a great personal pitch. "Grief vampires" like Sylvie who prey upon the loved ones of the deceased have bankrupted his mother. He's dead set on using his last-chance article to expose Sylvie as a conniving fraud and resurrect his career. When Sylvie and Thomas collide, a game of cat and mouse ensues, but the secrets they're keeping from each other are nothing compared to the mysteries and lies they unearth about Sylvie's past. Searching for the truth might destroy them both--but it's the only way to find out what's real.
"Fresh, surprising, and compulsively readable, Some of It Was Real sucked me right in with its rich characters, sparkling wit, and captivating story arc. This debut is more than a page-turner; it's an unflinching exploration of identity, trauma, and transcending the past, and it kept me riveted all the way up to its jaw-dropping conclusion."--New York Times bestselling author Andrea Bartz "Some of It Was Real had everything I love--characters I was rooting for and an intriguing premise that kept me guessing. The ending had me turning the final pages at a breakneck speed. You will simply love this book."--Tracey Garvis Graves, New York Times bestselling author of The Girl He Used to Know "The perfect blend of mystery and love story, Some of It Was Real kept me guessing and turning pages way past my bedtime, all the way to its shocking denouement. An absolute must-read."--USA Today bestselling author Colleen Oakley "Some of It Was Real by Nan Fischer is an addictive mixture of several genres--magical realism, mystery, family drama and romance -- and is the perfect distraction for summer's dog days."--Augusta Chronicle "Fischer has a natural touch for plotting and clever dialogue, and her fresh, delightful plot charms and entices. Women's fiction readers will devour this."--Publishers Weekly "Some of it Was Real is a beautiful, well-written, and well-structured novel that is easily worthy of five stars."--New York Journal of Books
About the AuthorNan Fischer is a two-time Oregon Book Award finalist for her novels, When Elephants Fly and The Speed of Falling Objects. Additional author credits include co- authored sport autobiographies for elite athletes, and a Star Wars trilogy for LucasFilm. She lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and their Vizsla, Boone.
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UV+ Care SPF 50, 30 ml - Sun Care
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Intensive sun protection for every skin type, as a completion of facial care for daily protection
UV+ Care SPF 50 with its uniquely light texture is particularly suitable for sun-sensitive skin.
The SPF 50 it contains is intended to compensate for structural damage and protect against signs of skin aging.
The texture spreads easily, is quickly absorbed by the skin and does not leave an unpleasant film.
The cream is suitable as day care and can also be used as a base for make-up.
Beautifully tanned in summer - with the UV+ Care SPF 50
Main active ingredients:
- Shea butter
- Titanium Dioxide
- Tocopheryl acetate

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Bilston Community Shop, one of a network across the city, marked its first anniversary birthday to thank the volunteers who’ve worked so hard to make it a success.
Over the last year the West Midlands-based shop has established itself in the community and has built a membership of 1500 with people coming from all over the city to use it. There’s a network of six community shops currently, which were devised to help provide good quality, nutritious food for all at reasonable prices, which has particularly helped during the current cost of living crisis.
Shop manager, John Raj said: “It’s been an amazing year, extremely busy and challenging, but incredibly rewarding.
“We have a strong team of volunteers, who work very hard to keep Bilston Community Shop fully stocked and functional. I would like to thank the team for being amazing and working so tirelessly behind the scenes over the past year.”
There will be eight shops in total by next year, with a flagship shop opening soon in the city centre. Executive Director of Families, Emma Bennett said: “The community shops have made a huge contribution over the last year by providing quality food at great prices.
“The council is grateful to all of the managers like John at Bilston and the army of volunteers, who have made the shops such a success. I’d urge anyone who lives in the city to pop in and check out what’s on offer.”


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Winter Holidays in the Dolomites – Thalerhof
Perfectly prepared slopes and, most important, the very varied ski slopes make the Ski Center Latemar your ski paradise high above the Val d’Ega.
On up to 2.500 meters, you will not only enjoy the beautiful winter sun, but also red, blue and black slopes. A downhill race on the steepest slope (58%) Pala di Santa or cosy wedeln on the longest slope (3.1 kilometres) Tresca – here beginners as well as experts will find many opportunities to enjoy the snow in the Dolomites.
Skiurlaub in Obereggen im Ski Center Latemar
A unique experience is also the Obereggen Night Skiing, which during the winter sports season you can enjoy every Tuesday, Thursday and Friday from 7 pm to 10 pm. For toboggan fans there is the 2.5 kilometre Toboggan Run Obereggen, which also invites you to night tobogganing, the 1.5 km Toboggan Run Laabalm in Nova Ponente, or the longest toboggan run (3 kilometres) in Liegalm
Winterattraktionen beim Skiurlaub auf dem Thalerhof
With the Cross-country Super Ski Pass you will experience more than 100 kilometres of perfectly prepared tracks in Nova Ponente, the Lavazé Pass in Tesero Alochet and on the Pellegrino Pass. In the romantic winter snow landscape of Val d’Ega numerous winter hiking and snowshoe paths will lead you not only through deep pine forests, but also to romantic mountain farms and cottages, where you can rest and simply enjoy.

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A virtual Knoxville music fest is starting soon — tune in to help people across industries
A Knoxville music festival happening Saturday won't be like any festival you've ever attended. There will be no sunburn, schedule conflicts or sweethearts on shoulders blocking your view of the stage.
All you'll need to worry about is how you can help people in need during a highly uncertain time.
Today, the Second Bell Music Festival will bring together 28 local acts in their socially distant spaces to perform music and comedy for virtual viewers in return for donations to Knoxville musicians, service industry workers and more.
OK, he admits he kind of took the idea from WDVX host Wayne Bledsoe. But nobody is trying to take credit here. That's not the point.
What's important, Odom said, is "the livelihood of these musicians, many of whom rely solely on live music."
With venues closed down over coronavirus, there are no live shows. Without live shows, there is no money for musicians.
But people in the music industry are trying to make the best of the situation everyone is in.
"This festival and what's going on in the music industry right not with people going on streaming — this is lemonade," Odom told Knox News. "Necessity is the mother of invention."
The festival will stream 3-11 p.m. Saturday on YouTube, Twitch and Facebook.
From stages to streams:How Knoxville musicians are trying to survive in a gig-less world
See who's playing the virtual fest
Virtual music performances may sound unconventional, but they have quickly become the new norm during the coronavirus pandemic.
Garret Thomson, co-owner of local music promotion company Born & Raised Productions, told Knox News last week that people have been tuning in to live streams in record numbers.
Odom realizes that, in addition to the needs of performers, there is a need on the audience end to continue consuming live music. And he has quite the local lineup to draw people in.
Some of the most recognizable names on Saturday's card include Cruz Contreras, Guy Marshall, Thrift Store Cowboys, Travis Bigwood, Kelsi Walker and The Pinklets.
Odom said he could have booked artists from other markets but decided against it.
"Most importantly, I want people who are viewing it — I want them to be able to see how wonderful our local music scene is," he said.
Helping far more than just musicians
Each act will have roughly 15 minutes to perform. That should be enough time for people to showcase themselves and keep the audience engaged, Odom said.
Second Bell and Blank Newspaper will not make a penny off the performances. Everyone will receive money directly through personal donations.
And it's not just musicians Odom is trying to help out. Service industry workers also have been incredibly impacted by coronavirus and will have the opportunity to receive donations during the festival.
According to Thomson, many musicians supplement their income with service industry work and are being hit hard on both ends.
Odom is also planning for the festival to help back-of-the-house entertainment workers and local businesses in need.
Want to watch? Here's how
Although this time is very difficult for musicians, there could be some good that comes out of it. With so much spare time on their hands, many musicians are writing new music or picking up new instruments, Odom said.
He believes there will be a "big burst of artistic expression" once things get back to normal.
But, in the meantime, people should get used to watching virtually and supporting however they can.
The best way to tune in to the Sofa Soiree is to follow Second Bell Music Festival on your preferred social media platform. A link to the festival, happening from 3 p.m. to 11 p.m., should be posted before the show starts.