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The Swedish invasion gripped New Orleans on Feb. 7, 1851. But it wasn’t a pop star, or a rock ‘n’ roll band – it was opera singer Jenny Lind, whose arrival at the port was met with such mania that she initially retreated back into the ship as the enthusiastic crowd rushed to greet her.
On Monday, June 18, The Historic New Orleans Collection – with the Swedish embassy and the local consulate – will present a recital of Nordic folk music and operatic arias that Lind performed, which will celebrate the ties between the city and Sweden. Reserve your complimentary seat now.
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In their monthly economic review on Zimbabwe released today, AfDB said month-onmonth gold deliveries in March 2012 registered positive growth for both small-scale producers and primary producers with 13,59% and 26,01% respectively.
"Overall gold deliveries grew by 23,4% from February 2012 to March 2012 deliveries. On the other hand, comparing gold deliveries in the first quarters of 2011 and 2012, cumulative gold deliveries for the first three months in 2012 grew by 21,64%," said AfDB.
AfDB said small-scale producers and primary producers grew by 19,2% and 22,3%, respectively in the first quarter of 2012 from the figures attained in the first quarter of 2011.
These positive growth rates can be attributed to the firming gold prices on the international commodity markets with the spot price averaging more than US$1600 an ounce and the positive macroeconomic outlook in the country that have allowed an increase in production capacity as compared to developments in 2011.Post published in: Business

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Something for the family.. this sweet BBQ pork rib and Mackerel combo gives you a protein packed meal that’s beneficial and economical.. the mackerel we are working with today coat only 50p from our local supermarket, £1.50 for 6 fillets ( once filleted .. )
I’ve talked about the benefits of mackerel before ( see blog post ) but oily fish like mackerel are cheap around 50 – 80p a whole fish & sustainable as they are caught and farmed all year round. They are full of omega 3 and vital vitamins & minerals that are essential for our bodies
Along side these delicious sweet pork ribs glazed in BBQ Sauce and a fantastic vibrant sweetcorn pasta salad has all the flavours you need to enjoy every bite.
the dish comes with a tasty tuna sweetcorn salad ..which has loads of vitamins & important nutrition crammed in..
The benefits of sweetcorn –
- 100g of sweetcorn contains 3,4g of protein.
- Its 73% water meaning it keeps our bodies hydrated.
- Good source of fiber
- High in omega 3 & omega 6
- Rice source of calcium
- Antioxidants vitamin c
For this yummy protein packed meal you’ll need ..🐟
For mackerel –
- 2 whole mackerel filleted and V cut – washed & trimmed
- Piri piri rub
- Salt and pepper
For the pork ribs –
- 1 pork short rib side – trimmer & marinated
- Salt and pepper
- Lemon juice
- BBQ glaze ( jack daniel works well )
For the tuna sweetcorn salad –
- 1 pack baby sweetcorn – washed
- 200g penna pasta
- 30g mayonnaise
- 3 carrots – grated
- 60g tuna – drained and seasoned
- Start with the mackerel, remove the head and guts ( see Scott Rea on YouTube for help )
- Cut both sides to release the filets
- Score each filet so this allows for an even cook, season with salt and pepper and rub in the piri piri rub and marinate 40 minutes
- While the mackerel is marinating prepare the meat, place into a roasting tray and pour over the bbq sauce, place on a high heat around 220c for 40 minutes
- Have a pre heated frying pan ready and melt the butter, once the butter has melted place the fish in the pan skin side down for 3 minutes
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- Place onto baking parchment to dry over and rest
- The ribs should be ready by now, if not place on a higher heat for 10 more minutes until crisp, take out of oven and let rest for 10 minutes
- Place the pasta in boiling water and simmer for 10 minutes until soft, season the pasta.
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Support for Java 3D in NetBeans IDE. Currently only a wrapper for Java3D libraries. The goal is to at least provide Matisse with every component a user can add to its form, and later a static Universe Editor.
Easy file uploads & downloads through HTTP in Java
Awake File is now KRemote Files : http://www.kremote-files.com
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Multithreaded N-Point Gravity Simulation for PC and Android
Create a sun, spin some asteroids around it, and watch them collide and form planets. An N-Point Gravity Simulator is a realistic simulation in which all points attract each other: even the smallest asteroid has its own gravitational field that can affect even a large sun far away from it. Can be reused as a library for making games. If used as library, license is GNU LGPLv3, otherwise it's GNU GPLv3.
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Roosh V had a bad week. When word got out about the men’s rights activist (MRA) meetups he had planned to hold in 165 locations around the world – 10 in Canada – he faced bans, threats, and mayors telling him he wasn’t welcome. Naturally, he blamed the media; women in particular. Now he’s compiling a list of journalists who, he said, misrepresented his intentions.
“Dozens of reporters have now blatantly lied about all of us being ‘pro rape’ and have a ‘rape advocacy platform,’” the man who previously claimed rape should be legal on private property wrote on his forum. “They have frothed up a crazy mob that is ready to dox and assault.… The problem is not just the mob, but those who are tossing chum to the mob. We’re going after the root of the problem.”
In the post (since made private but accessed through Google Cache), the author of books like Poosy Paradise and Bang encouraged his followers to collect information on any reporters who covered the meetups in a negative light. He took particular offense to having been labeled “pro-rape,” insisting that the pro-rape post he wrote on his website Return of Kings was satire. It was labelled as such a year after posting.
“The behaviour we’ve witnessed over the past week is perfectly explained by flocks of narcissists, organized online, exercising vicious cunning with a human’s capacity for abstract thought,” wrote a contributor to the forum. “They are the metaphorical lizard people, dressed in skin suits, unreasonable and unrepentant. Those of us on the front lines have seen their true faces a hundred times before; after this past week, their nature has been revealed to all who had eyes to see.”
In Canada, Metro Toronto reporter/alleged lizard person Jessica Smith Cross wrote about a female boxing club that was intending to crash the meetup event. Two days later she received a tip from a stranger on Facebook telling her she had made it onto Roosh’s list of media enemies.
“I don’t know what to make of it yet,” she said. “Maybe if there’s a post that comes up I’ll have more insight into it.” As of yet, she said she hasn’t felt threatened, or had any hateful messages come her way. “But I recognize that it could unleash a torrent of hate on me or the other reporters,” she adds.
According to the cached version of the forum page, the MRA group only has a few pieces of public information about her – her Facebook page, Twitter, publication, and, creepily, her photo. Cross said she has tightened up her privacy settings.
As a precaution, her editor offered her a cab home from work.
“Speaking for myself alone, I don’t have any respect for Roosh V or any of his followers who engage in Operation Bullhorn and I’m not afraid of them,” she said, adding that she doesn’t want to minimize the feelings of anyone who may feel threatened. “Fuck anyone who would wage a campaign of harassment against a reporter doing his or her job.”
Thirteen of the 17 reporters mentioned in the cached forum pages (from Australia, Canada, Sweden, the UK, and the US) are women. In Canada, aside from Smith Cross, Calgary Sun reporter Michael Platt was named alongside his Toronto colleague Jenny Yuen. Both wrote scathing articles in the days preceding Roosh V’s decision to cancel the meetups. Coverage of Roosh V didn’t stop there. Once the meetups were cancelled, the relentless misogynist asked police for protection in the wake of threats against him. The Daily Mail has since reported Roosh lives in his mom’s basement.
— Daily Mail US (@DailyMail) February 4, 2016
The anti-journalist discussion on Roosh V’s thread focused on tactical considerations – what information to collect, and how, as well as the typical rage at having been misrepresented that appears after every media story about MRAs.
“I suggest everyone “adopt” a reporter in your specific area/city,” wrote one forum member with the username Castelnau. “Dont make nasty comments on their Youtube or Facebook, dont tip them off, DOCUMENT Everything. take screenshots, save Youtube videos before they delete them. Focus on collecting evidence. That will be more painful to them than a nasty Youtube comment or downvote.”
Being who they are, however, some members inevitably steered the discussion towards more comfortable territory for them: women, in particular how terrible they are, and how nice it would be to have sex with them.
“Growing up, society failed me and did not give me the proper tools to know how to attract members of the opposite sex,” suggested one contributor.
“WB [would bang] tho,” wrote another.


The upcoming QJ Motor middleweight adventure motorcycle, the QJ650, has passed homologation in China.
This model sees the Chinese brand fielding a new 649cc V-twin heart with a claimed 75HP.
Two variants will be available, namely a basic ‘standard’ plus a higher-speced ‘Adventure’.
After filing the patents last October, the new motorcycle has officially passed the homologation process thus edging closer to production.
The recent patent application also revealed some key technical details surrounding the model. Key to which is the engine that the QJMotor QJ650 adopts – a 649cc V-twin with a claimed output of 75HP.
Moreover, the two patent documents filed also revealed the QJ650 will come in two variants. One of which will be a higher-specced ‘Adventure’ offering brimmed with a set of luggage side and top boxes. Other details revealed include a claimed weight figures of 219KG (standard) and 249KG (Adventure), as well as the presence of an ABS module.
The new 650 will feature things like crash bars and handguards along with a wire spoke wheels.


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In mid November the FCA gave an update on their future challenges and priorities. The full address can be read via the link at the end but I’ve pulled out the highlights for AFEP members here.
Firstly the word unprecedented was used. A lot. They gave special thanks to all in the industry who have worked to make the year run as smoothly as possible particularly those in firms who continued to serve clients, and in IT who kept systems running
They recognised they had introduced measures to protect consumers and to keep markets functioning at speed – AFEP members saw this in their emergency consultation in June. They recognise that the financial impact of the pandemic is being felt by the firms they regulate and whilst they can’t intervene to stop firms from failing in the face of economic distress they do expect a significant number of regulated firms to fail in the months ahead. Their role is to ensure that where this happens, the resulting harm and loss to customers and the wider financial system is kept to a minimum and that firms engage with them prior to any failure.
They also talked about Brexit and their work to minimise disruption, but mainly to approximately 1,500 non-UK firms who can continue operating in the UK, rather than the permissions of UK firms in the EU.
They are now turning their attention to the future regulatory framework. Following the Government’s recent consultation, one important question will be how they balance the need for regulators to have enough flexibility to act quickly while maintaining proper democratic oversight of our work.
It has been suggested (although not in this FCA statement) that HMT will give the FCA powers to write primary legislation so they can act quickly. If they will do this is still to be seen.
There is also change planned within the FCA with 3 reviews into their historic work and a transformation programme in 2021. They supervise around 60,000 entities and plan to invest in a more digital and data enabled approach with the idea that this allows them to intervene sooner to reduce harm to consumers and markets and be as efficient and effective for markets, consumers and firms as possible.
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o Research study your alternatives. Before you start spending, identify what your objectives are. How much risk are you happy to take. Do you have capital requirements? Do you recognize how tax obligation guidelines impact your investments? What investment techniques are available to you? What are the benefits as well as disadvantages of each? Here are some pointers on just how to make the most effective investment decision. You will be able to make a sensible decision if you understand the various kinds of investments. how do you invest in gold
o Figure out what the marketplace supplies. Prior to you invest, find out what you wish to purchase. What kind of returns do you want? Once you’ve figured out these factors, you’ll be able to determine the most effective investment options. When you have actually done that, it’s time to select a supply broker. There are a lot of them to select from, as well as you’ll need to determine which ones are the most effective for you.
o Use a mutual fund to make best use of returns. Many people make their initial financial investments via a mutual fund, but the dangers are extremely high. If you are not acquainted with how to make a stock investment, take into consideration a mutual fund. It’s a fantastic method to learn about investing. There’s no much better method to learn more about the market. There are thousands of mutual funds and also investment companies to choose from. This is one of the most straightforward way to begin making money.
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o Invest in a great fund. An excellent fund will certainly pay you a respectable return on your financial investment. Nonetheless, it’s necessary to see to it that your financial investment strategy is right for you. There are many different sorts of financial investments to choose from. Some benefit retirement, while others are better for your short term demands. The type of financial investment you choose will depend upon your goals. If you’re spending to invest for your future, be sure to recognize the dangers and also advantages.
o Buy stocks for revenue and also funding growth. The objective of financial investment is to gain revenue as well as boost your wide range over time. A financial investment can be any action or system that creates earnings or a product. It can additionally be an approach to increase one’s skills as well as expertise. By purchasing the stock exchange, one can make an excellent return, as well as at the same time, delight in monetary flexibility. A great fund will have a low cost to maintain and also a great investment strategy will offer an excellent income stream.
There are 4 various types of financial investment options. Each sort of financial investment includes its own risks and also advantages. Shares are thought about development financial investments and also can raise in value over the long-term. They are likewise prominent due to the fact that they pay dividends. The risk factor of supplies is extremely high as well as requires a high degree of expertise. In this article, we’ll talk about each type of financial investment option and also just how to select the best one for you. If you’re unclear regarding which kind of financial investment is right for you, keep reading to discover the differences.
There are several benefits to spending. In addition to giving you extra earnings, it can assist you prepare for your retirement, leave an economic bind, or money your desire trip. It can boost your purchasing power in time. Even if you have actually just sold your residence, you may intend to take into consideration investing your cash. Besides, you’re not risking your entire life to achieve a higher degree of joy. This is the ultimate reason lots of people spend.
Despite the many advantages of buying supplies, it is essential to understand your goals before choosing an investment approach. These need to be consistent with your cash-flow demands. Prior to selecting a specific financial investment technique, establish your risk resistance as well as what your cash-flow demands are. Make sure you understand the tax implications of the financial investment strategy you select. Don’t fail to remember to compare the costs and incentives offered by various brokerage firm companies before you devote your cash. It’s an excellent way to make smarter investment decisions. invest in gold stocks
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FRANKFURT (MarketWatch) -- The European Commission has raised its 2011 growth forecast for Germany, while also slightly cutting its growth forecast for the euro zone's largest economy next year, the Brussels-based body said Friday.
The European Union's executive arm expects gross domestic product growth in Germany to reach 2.6% this year, slower than last year's 3.6% pace, but nevertheless better than previously expected. In the commission's autumn forecast, published at the end of November last year, it saw German growth at 2.2% this year.
Its interim forecast, published in March, it had predicted German growth of 2.4%.
The commission's growth projections for this year are in line with forecasts issued by the German government earlier this year.
For next year, the commission sees German growth at 1.9%, slightly below its forecast from last autumn of 2.0%. The government sees GDP growth next year at 1.8%.
The commission said the domestic economy will steadily become a more important part of Germany's economic development.
"While export growth should remain dynamic over the forecast horizon, current survey indicators and economic fundamentals bode well for the strength of domestic demand," the Commission said.
German growth is benefiting from labor market strength and the lack of major macroeconomic imbalances, the commission said.
"The expected rebalancing of growth should lead to a gradual decline in the current-account surplus," it added.
Indeed, the German Statistics Office said earlier Friday that primarily domestic demand drove Germany's 1.5% quarterly growth in adjusted terms. This was well above economists' estimates of 0.9%.
On the inflationary front, the commission sees much higher price pressures in Germany than in the autumn forecast and also in the commission's interim forecast published in March.
The European Union now expects the European harmonized consumer price index, or HICP, to rise by 2.6% in Germany this year, after forecasting a 1.8% inflation rate in November and 2.2% in the interim forecasts. The commission's estimates are far above the government's inflation estimates, which predict inflation of 1.9% this year.
The rise in inflation this year is largely due to energy price increases, the commission said. Core inflation should stay contained around 1.25% this year and 1.75% next year. "No significant second-round effects are expected," the commission said.
Price pressures in Germany have been strong in recent months. Harmonized inflation hit 2.7% on the year in April and is expected to be as high as 3% this summer.
The commission has forecast the German government deficit at 2.0% of GDP this year and at 1.2% of GDP next year.
(Bernd Radowitz contributed to this article.)


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Anti-HIV vaginal ring stops virus from spreading among monkeys|
Date: 2012-09-05 21:40:41
A device that administers STD-blocking microbicides has been proven successful at stopping HIV-positive female monkeys from causing other animals to screen positive when undergoing STD testing for the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV).
Scientists from the Population Council administered vaginal rings to the animals in the experiment either two weeks or a day before giving them a hybrid of HIV and SIV (simian immunodeficiency virus). Overall, only two out of the total group of 17 creatures that had been given vaginal rings contracted HIV, while well-over half of the control group of monkeys became infected.
"This proof-of-concept study confirms that the investment in vaginal rings as a delivery system for HIV prevention is paying off. Our findings show that rings can deliver an anti-HIV drug to prevent infection," said Naomi Rutenberg, vice president and director of the Population Council's HIV and AIDS program.
Sexually active people are advised by many agencies, such as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), to regularly undergo STD testing for medical conditions that they can get through intercourse. Factors the CDC says increase the chances of catching HIV include having sex with an HIV-positive person without a condom, unprotected sex with multiple partners and sharing syringes for drug use.... Full Story
Rate of STDs increased for elderly, say news sources|
Date: 2012-09-07 16:10:25
Although the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report that young people account for more than half of positive STD tests in the U.S., cases of gonorrhea, chlamydia, herpes and syphilis in the elderly have doubled in the past 10 years.
In an article from the Texas-based news outlet the Eagle, it is speculated that this trend has been the result of relatively new technological advances such as erectile dysfunction treatments and online dating.
Meanwhile, a study published earlier this year in the Student British Medical Journal said that 80 percent of individuals as old as 90 have not abandoned their sex lives.
"You never have to retire from sex, but you should always behave as the 20-to-30 year-olds do. You need to be cautious about it. They [seniors] just don't think it can happen to them. STDs really started making news in the '80s and '90s. The fears and the warnings didn't hit their generation," said clinical psychologist Judy Kuriansky, quoted by CNN.
The Mayo Clinic says individuals should contact a medical professional to determine which STD tests are right for them.... Full Story
Individuals with AIDS have greater than average risk for digestive cancers|
Date: 2012-09-25 14:13:37
New research available in the journal of the American Gastroenterological Association shows that individuals who took an STD diagnosis test that detected the presence of the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) and later developed acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS) have a higher than normal likelihood of receiving a blood test detecting cancer tumors in the stomach and esophagus.
"People diagnosed with AIDS are living longer due to improved therapies," said lead author E. Christina Persson. "However, they remain at increased risk of developing a number of different cancers. An elevated risk of esophageal and stomach cancers had been observed before, but we were able to look at risk for subtypes of these malignancies."
Analysts from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) culled information from the HIV/AIDS Cancer Match Study, which contains data on almost 600,000 individuals coping with AIDS. They found that AIDS patients were nearly 70 percent more likely to develop esophageal cancer, and more than 40 percent more susceptible to stomach cancer than the rest of the population.
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The festival was organized by the Ministry of Public Security to celebrate the 60th Founding Day of the People's Police Force (July 20, 1962 - 2022).
The event opened on May 7 and took place in Au Co Art Center in Hanoi for three days.
It attracted the participation of 21 art troupes from under-ministerial police agencies, police schools and provincial-level police departments.
Deputy Minister of Public Security Lieutenant General Nguyen Duy Ngoc attended the closing ceremony of the festival and awarded prizes to the best individuals and teams.
He said that, during the three-day art program, some 100 songs, dances, musicals and dramas were performed. Some newly-composed pieces of art featuring the People's Police Force were also introduced at the festival.
The Deputy Minister suggested that, in the coming time, under-ministerial police agencies and local police departments should actively participate in activities to celebrate the 60th Founding Day of the People's Police Force.
At the closing ceremony, the Ministry of Public Security awarded certificates of merit to teams and officers who made great efforts and contributed to the success of the festival.
The Ministry of Public Security also awarded five first prize to excellent art troupes from the Dak Lak Provincial Police Department, the Mobile Police Command, the Ho Chi Minh City Police Department, the People's Police Academy, the Dien Bien Provincial Police Department.
Seven second prizes and nine third prizes were also awarded at the event.
Regarding individual performances, 20 first prizes and 30 second prizes were presented to outstanding artists.
Some art performances at the festival:


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Colombo (News 1st): Over the past 16 days alone, 6721 dengue patients were reported from across the country. The most recent fatality was reported yesterday (December 17) as a 05 year old from Puttlam passed away after battling dengue for almost 02 weeks.
The child was first admitted to the Puttlam Base Hospital two weeks ago with fever. Two days later he was transferred to the ICU of the Lady Ridgeway Hospital for Children. Sadly, it was here that he lost the battle with dengue, yesterday.
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Piles is also known as hemorrhoids. When piles strikes, the anal veins become swollen and start to bleed. Piles can either be internal or external. In internal piles, the inside part of the anus is affected and starts bleeding. External piles can be viewed outside the anus. It is painful but there is not much bleeding. Usually, patients suffer from a combination of both internal and external piles. The best way to treat piles pain is to address the root cause to solve the problem.
Symptoms of Piles
Chronic constipation is a major symptom of piles. Patients find that evacuating the bowels becomes a tough task as the stools become big and hard. So, they have to exert a lot of force to pressure to push the stool outside. This strain affects the anal veins, causing piles.
Blood may be seen when stools are passed. The blood can stain the stools and can be seen in the toilet bowl. Bleeding can occur during and after passing stools.
Causes of Piles
A bad diet lacking in fiber and sedentary lifestyle are the common causes of piles.
Consuming an unhealthy diet along with aerated drinks, sodas and junk food can all lead to constipation, that can cause piles. People who drink a lot of coffee and tea, and do not eat the required portions of vegetables and fruits can become victims of piles.
Not indulging in exercise and physical activity can prevent regular bowel movement. Gradually, this deteriorates into piles.
Too much physical and mental stress can also affect regular bowel movements, causing constipation and piles.
Bad Bowel Habits
Straining too hard on the toilet seat, not evacuating bowels fully and postponing bowel movement can also lead to constipation and piles.
In women, the period during pregnancy and childbirth can be affected by piles.
Prevention of Piles
- You should practice good bowel habits at all times.
- Try to go to the toilet regularly, preferably at the same time every day.
- Your diet should include plenty of fiber. Fiber-rich foods include whole-grain breads and bagels, bran flakes, whole-wheat pastas, fruits such as pears, oranges and apples and vegetables such as green peas, spinach and broccoli.
- You should indulge in physical activities and exercise regularly.
- Drink lots of natural juices and water every day.

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JAZZ BY THE BEACH STAGE – SUNDAY : 4th December 2016
10.40pm – 11.25pm
During his early growing years, Macedonian born, Vladimir Cetkar played the violin. Greatly influenced by jazz, funk, soul and disco bands and musicians of the ‘80s, he switched to the guitar and later in life went to Berklee College of Music where he focused on contemporary writing and production with the jazz guitar as his main instrument.
With his passion, energy and diverse musical persona, Vladimir Cetkar’s hallmark is his ability to seamlessly combine his many talents as a guitarist, vocalist, arranger, composer and producer of the highest order.
The evident musical influences may transport you back in time to the musical era when bands like Chic and Earth Wind and Fire ruled the musical cosmos. But Vladimir’s new sound, original music expression, and contemporary production return you to the present, and portend a strong future for this genre of music.
Vladimir has released two albums and his latest release can be described as his original music cocktail, incorporating a pristine distillate of the Jazz, Pop, Soul and Disco sounds of the late 70’s and early 80’s, along with a hint of what’s to come.
Joining Vladimir on stage are Benno Sattler on drums and Marcus Ho on bass.
Vladimir Cetkar’s appearance at The Penang island Jazz Festival is supported by The Macedonian Ministry of Culture


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With a phalanx of attractive architecture and heritage sites, Barcelona has so much to offer for all kinds of travelers – most of all, the food-lovers. As the gastronomic capital of Spain, Barcelona is after all the birthplace of nouveau cuisine and creative culinary styles. Thanks to its Catalonian identity, Barcelona cuisine has a distinctive character and unique flair. To begin your Spain culinary trip, these are a sample of traditional Barcelona fare that will whet your appetite for more.
Pa amb tomàquet
A typical Spanish breakfast item, the pa amb tomàquet is essentially a crisp baguette toast drenched with fresh mashed tomatoes, olive oil and salt. Sounds simple but it’s a magical creation. Although the pa amb tomàquet is a traditional Catalan item, it is commonly enjoyed throughout Spain and is known as pan con tomate in Castilian Spanish. Next to the churros con chocolate, this is one popular breakfast that cannot be missed when in Spain. One of the best places to try pa amb tomàquet is the famous restaurant, Paco Meralgo, off Calle Muntaner.
Tortilla de Patatas
The ubiquitous tortilla de patatas is a hot favorite among both locals and foreigners. Thick egg omelette stuffed full of potato cubes, the tortilla is sometimes known as tortilla española. On the contrary, the tortilla francesa (French omelette) is an empty omelette without a single filling. The best tortilla de patatas are usually crispy on the outside and soft and wet on the inside.
Found on every Spanish tapas menu in Barcelona, the patatas bravas is a scrumptious jumble of golden fried potato chunks dipped in a spicy, tomato-based sauce. Simple to prepare yet outrageously flavorful when prepared the right way, patatas bravas has a loyal following especially in its hometown, Barcelona.
The botifarra is the most quintessential Catalan dish in this entire list. On your culinary tour in Barcelona, you may like to take time to hunt down the best botifarra in town. A type of sausage, the botifarra comes in various forms: white, rice or blood botifarra. The most popular version is the botifarra amb seques, or botifarra with stewed white beans. In Barcelona, locals unanimously point to La Botifarreria de Santa Maria as the best place to find botifarra in all its variations.
As the holy grail of all Spanish products, the jamón is worshipped by Spaniards all over the country, including the Catalans. Jamón is generally cured ham produced from years of preparation. There is a variety of jamón species, with the most expensive fetching hundreds of Euros for a platter. In Barcelona, it is found in the form of massive pig legs hanging obscurely from the ceiling of most bars and markets. Although the best jamón is produced elsewhere in Spain, you can find an excellent selection of cured ham in Barcelona’s La Boquería market.
Cava, a well-received bubbly drink, is Spain’s version of champagne. Spain’s main cava plant is situated just outside Barcelona – so you can expect to find some of Spain’s best cavas here. Although usually enjoyed on special occasions, cava can be enjoyed during or after a meal. One of the best cava bars in Barcelona is el Xampanyet, famed for its chic décor and the wide range of top-quality cava. For a cheap cava kick, head to Can Paixano, where a glass can be had for under 1 euro (and bottles go for just 3 euros before 5pm, with the purchase of food).
A cross between the crème brulee and the flan, Barcelona’s birth child is an essential dessert item nationwide. The crema catalana is an egg pudding topped with a crispy layer of caramelized sugar and usually served in a brown clay bowl.
Want to add Barcelona to your RTW trip?
Barcelona is a great city to add to your long-term trip, whether it’s a backpacking trip through Europe or part of a longer, round the world journey. Check out the following multi-stop trip on Indie, and click on “Price this trip” on the bottom left of the map to customize it to make it your own. You can have a bookable price back within minutes!
Next week’s articles
Stay tuned next week for the following articles and events:
- Monday: Top 101 Books for Independent Travelers – We have been working hard, with the help of you, our readers, on compiling a top notch list of travel books.
- Tuesday: Slow Travel in the Loire Valley – Jo Fitzsimons hunkered down in France’s Loire Valley for 3 months during her RTW trip and explains why you might want to do the same.
- Wednesday: 5 Questions to Ask When Planning Your Big Trip – Jenn Miller’s second RTW Wednesday column deals with the practical aspects of planning an extended trip and is especially helpful for first-timers.
- #RTWChat on Twitter: Don’t forget to join us every Wednesday on Twitter as we host #RTWChat. This week’s topic will touch on Monday’s article as we share and talk about our favorite travel reads.
- Thursday: Indie Travel in Spain on $55 Per Day – Chelsea Perino breaks down travel in Spain by telling you how to do it comfortably without breaking the bank.
Check out the following resources for planning a trip to Spain:
- Check out our Barcelona Indie Travel Guide
- Look for airfare to Barcelona
- Find cheap hotels in Barcelona
- Read Travel Made Me Who I Am Today
- Find out how to eat and drink your way around other destinations


THE EVOLUTION OF TRAIN SIMULATION - AVAILABLE NOWMaster iconic locomotives on high-speed services, long freight hauls or precise commuter traffic, and get creative with customisation tools in this advanced sequel. Climb into the cab in Train Sim World 2.AUTHENTICALLY REPLICATED ROUTES AND LOCOSFeel the thrill of high-speed inter-city German rail as you push the throttle and climb speeds in the famous DB ICE 3M out of Köln, take on the challenge of hauling long freight across Sand Patch Grade with the CSX AC4400CW, and master the complex operations of the London Underground on the Bakerloo Line. All official licenses, all authentically recreated – you’re in the cab and in control.GET CREATIVEPersonalise your rail journey with two brand new easy-to-use tools. Create your own custom liveries with the Livery Designer that allows you to craft both simple and complex designs to bring your Train Sim World 2 loco liveries to life. Create your own scenario with the Scenario Planner, picking locos and destinations before you jump in and take to the rails - Quick drive, your way.EXPERIENCE A NEW LEVEL OF REALISMThe proprietary SimuGraph® vehicle dynamics engine has evolved – adding realistic adhesion physics for the first time. Feel the slip of wheels in adverse weather, master moving heavy freight and keep control of your loco power on steep inclines! Optimised and upgraded visual fidelity also gives Train Sim World 2 dynamic skies and 4K support.IMMERSE YOURSELF IN SIMULATIONGet clearer information on instructions, gradient and speed profiles as you drive, including new HUD displays, clarity to the onboard safety systems, brake controls, power meter and accelerometer. A new controller scheme will give great choices on Camera and Driving modes and allows easier access from external camera mode to enter another vehicle in your consist, all while full physics and simulation are still running.


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Hoboken, N.J. Mayor Dawn Zimmer on Sunday defended her claims that the New Jersey governor’s office tied Sandy relief aid to a real estate project in Hoboken backed by Gov. Chris Christie (R).
“I stand by my word,” she said on CNN’s “State of the Union.” “They were holding our Sandy funds hostage.”
Zimmer on Saturday said that Lieutentant Gov. Kim Guadagno told Zimmer that her town would receive a large sum of Sandy relief aid if the mayor pushed for the quick approval of a real estate project important to the governor.
A spokesperson for the state agency that helps disburse emergency relief funds and Christie’s office both pushed back against Zimmer’s claims on Saturday.
Department of Community Affairs spokeswoman Lisa Ryan called the Hoboken’s mayor’s allegations “categorically false.”
Christie spokesman Colin Reed criticized MSNBC for its “partisan” coverage of the governor and claimed that Hoboken got $70 million out of the $100 million the town requested in aid.
Zimmer, however, refutes Reed’s math. The majority of aid Hoboken received was through the federal government, and the state gave the town only about $300,000.
“They’re playing games with the numbers, and that’s a deflection,” Zimmer said Sunday about Christie’s office. “They are hiding behind spokespeople.”
When asked why she waited to come forward about the governor’s office’s efforts to link Sandy aid to the real estate project, Zimmer said she didn’t think anyone would believe her.
“I didn’t think anyone would believe me,” she said. “I wanted Hoboken to still have a chance of getting funding.”
Zimmer was worried that if she accused the governor of withholding funds, Hoboken would receive very little aid.
She added that if the lieutenant governor has to testify, she will tell the truth and admit to holding relief funds hostage.
“I think she will be truthful and the truth will come out,” Zimmer said.

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There is much talk about the impact that artificial intelligence-powered chatbots like ChatGPT will have on students, teachers and traditional classroom learning. But what is ChatGPT exactly? And how will it affect the way we approach assessment, issues of equity, and policy decisions in the future? In today’s article, we speak to 3 experts to find out more.
The issue of teacher wellbeing has received renewed attention since the COVID-19 pandemic. Suchita Malakar from Podar International School shares how she increases teacher retention by nurturing an inclusive, caring culture. Her key message to teachers: ‘I am here to help’.
In today’s expert Q&A, ACER Research Fellow Dr Amy Berry explores the challenges teachers face when engaging students in the classroom, the impact this has on students’ wellbeing and sense of belonging, and how teachers can cultivate a culture of engagement in their classrooms.
Research analysing data on 1.3 million students and 50,000 teachers in the United States has demonstrated a positive impact on student academic achievement and behavioural outcomes when they are taught by the same teacher twice. Dr Leigh Wedenoja shares more details with Teacher in this article.
‘Changing video consumption patterns in education have inspired a growing body of research focused on measuring video’s effectiveness as a learning aid’. In this reader submission, Tara Walsh shares some findings from her recent literature review into the use of instructional video in K-12 education.
In today’s article, Principal of Birla Vidya Niketan in New Delhi, Minakshi Kushwaha, talks about the school’s popular initiative, Friday@8. It is an intradisciplinary online quiz developed for students in Grades 6 to 12. The quiz has improved students’ ability to extend knowledge learnt at school.
Teacher is delighted to welcome Professor Vimala Ramachandran as a regular contributor. She has worked on women’s empowerment and education, education research and policy for more than three decades, and in this article takes a look at the changing status of schoolteachers in India.
Pooja Shandilya heads the Foundation years at Ahlcon International School, Delhi. In this article for Teacher, she presents her experiences of welcoming students back to school after the pandemic lockdown, and her team's strategies to recover learning losses and socio-emotional skills.
How can schools better engage families in their students’ learning? Dr Rebecca Winthrop, Senior Fellow and Director of the Centre for Universal Education (CUE) at the Brookings Institution, shares the findings from research across 10 countries, including India, along with some practical tips for building school-family engagement.
‘For teachers affected by remote delivery of teaching, many found the value and utility of engaging their students through Instructional Video.’ English and History teacher Steven Kolber shares the six common approaches to apply Instructional Video within a classroom or educational setting.


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Everything This Season of True Detective Made You Feel
Maybe our expectations were just too high. The first season of True Detective (after, admittedly, a warmup period) was one of the best shows of 2014, with Matthew McConaughey and Woody Harrelson delivering a dramatic gold mine, so our hopes were up there. And season two started off with potential, with a lot of excitement because of the promising cast, and when the premiere hit, it was, like, OK, there are some interesting questions here. But from pretty much the beginning, season two became the hate-watch of 2015, with viewers tuning in only to take to social media each Sunday to complain that they were underwhelmed and over this season (well, no complaints about this, anyway). It's been such a shared experience that I've pinpointed how it has felt every step of the way to watch True Detective season two.
When the First Moody Previews Aired
Then When the First Episode Premiered and You Were, Like, OK, There Is Stuff Here
Like Taylor Kitsch's Butt . . .
The Acting Seems Like It's Good . . .
Ray Promising to Do Gnarly Things to a Suburban Dad . . .
And Then Episode Two Came On, Answering No Questions
Then Ray Gets Shot at the End of Episode Two
And You're, Like, I Misjudged This Show. This Show Takes Risks
But Then He's Alive in Episode Three
And More Characters and Questions Are Introduced
While No Questions Get Answered
And Everything on the Show Makes You Mad
Like Every Time Vince Vaughn's Character and His Wife Have a Conversation
When Any Scene Ends
After 99 Percent of the Conversations
Why does everyone mumble on this show? Is that acting? Is this a new acting thing?
Every Time You Do Understand a Sentence but Actually Listen to the Words
You Wonder Why You're Still Doing This to Yourself Every Week
You Argue With Yourself Each Sunday About Watching It
And Have to Self-Medicate
But Then You're, Like, Wait, Am I Even Invested in These Characters?
And They Expect You to Care About Vince Vaughn's Character and His Wife Making a Baby
Or That Chad Is Not Ray's Kid
And It's, Like, Am I Supposed to Care If Taylor Kitsch's Character Is Gay?
Then There's That Crazy Shoot-Out at the End of Episode Four
And Then Someone Named Stan Dies and We Are Supposed to Feel
But You Remember That You Stopped Caring
While They Keep Finding Weird Crime Scenes That Lead to Nothing
Like that empty cabin. And Mayor Chessani's house. And remember that weird woman swimming in that weird pool at Caspere's house?
And You Realize They Are Still Trying to Solve Ben Caspere's Murder
Then They Shoehorn an Aggressive Orgy Scene in For Drama
You Think Maybe You Might Care If Colin Farrell and Rachel McAdams's Characters Get Together
But You Just Can't Anymore
But Then Rachel McAdams and Colin Farrell DO Get It On
And You're, Like, I Guess I Should Keep Watching?
There's Only the Finale Left
So You Tune In For the Final Episode, Hoping It Will All Make Sense
At Least Caspere's Murderer Is Revealed and Stuff
But Ray and Ani and Frank Don't Run After, Like, 17 Chances to Just Run
And Then Vince Vaughn Dies RIGHT Before He Gets to Safety
Then Ray Knows He's Being Tailed and Then Gets Himself Capped
I was sort of enjoying the Ray-Ani romance.
So It's, Like, Ray's Dead, Frank's Dead, Ani Is Alone, and the Bad Guys Win
Oh and Ray's Chad's father.

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Sensors based on micro-mechanical devices typically have small stand-by power consumption, which makes them ideal for use in the Internet of Things, where a multitude of sensors are required to monitor the status of every system. These sensors continue to decrease in size, use less energy, and cost less.
The Micro-electromechanical Sensing Systems & Processors sense low magnetic and electric fields, as well as small vibrations. The devices can also perform amplification, logical operations, spectral analysis, rectification, and detection of radiofrequency signals using less than 10 nW of power. Due to their low power usage and high sensitivity, these sensors are well-suited for remote sensing and implantable medical device applications.


...is a leading figure in the world of traditional Irish dance. From an early age, Colin was influenced by tap dance which contributed to his complex rhythm within the structures of traditional Irish music. During his dancing career, he has shifted to contemporary dance and theatre and in 2002, he completed an MA in contemporary dance at the University of Limerick.
Colin is internationally best known for his dancing performance and choreographic art in shows Riverdance and Dancing on Dangerous Ground. In 2008, Colin premiered with his first full-length solo production Out of Time, a show that presented contemporary perspective of the art form.
Besides being an extremely talented dancer and choreographer, Colin is also an excellent dancing teacher who has taught numerous dancing workshops worldwide. Interested dancers had the opportunity to meet Colin and attend his Masterclasses in May 2015 when he was in the Czech Republic for the first time and again in March 2016. His workshops were a great success and we are happy and honored to welcome Colin in Prague in 2017!
More about Coiln at: Colin Dunne Official Website


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The German Embassy in Kathmandu has mentioned that it is not mandatory to open a blocked account before applying for a visa. After you apply for the visa, the visa team would notify you about whether you require a blocked account.
More information: German Embassy Kathmandu.
Anyone interested in coming to Germany for study or a job in countries not listed in the EU (European Union) may need to open a special account in a German bank called a coracle blocked account and deposit a minimum amount as required by German Law. The candidate cannot withdraw the funds until they arrive in Germany.
It ensures that the applicant has enough financial backing to live a life of sound standard in their first year in Germany.
As per recent changes by the regulatory bodies, starting from January 1, 2021, the internationals should deposit a minimum of 10,332 euros into the blocked account before arriving in Germany.
After you arrive in Germany, you need to first open a checking account there. Then you can withdraw up to 861 euros a month with the minimum deposit of 10,332 euros into the blocked account.
Yes, you can deposit over 10,332 euros into the blocked account. In that case, you could also withdraw over 861 euros per month until you spend the extra money.
German Bank Account for International Students
The German Embassy in Kathmandu has mentioned three options to open a German blocked account for Nepali citizens. The German foreign federal office has also approved these service providers. They are:
Here Deutsche bank is a bank on its own and Expatrio and Fintiba act as a middleman between candidates and German banks to provide the blocked account opening service.
Among the three blocked account service providers mentioned earlier, Expatrio and Fintiba allow online account opening processes. With Deutsche Bank, one should download the application form online and submit it through the German Embassy.
The process to open the German blocked account online through Fintiba (there is a similar process of Expatrio too):
Go over to Fintiba web page and fill out the blocked account application form. There are 4 sections to fill in, namely personal details, study details, US tax status, and agreements. You would also need to provide your scanned copy of a valid passport and admission letter from the university. After you submit the application form, they would approve it within 1 working day.
When approval for the application form arrives, transfer the funds to the account provided by Fintiba.
After transferring the fund, you would receive the blocking confirmation. This means you have successfully created your blocked account.
The process to open the expatriate blocked account offline through Deutsche Bank:
Download and fill-up the blocked account application form
Make two copies of it (where one is for your own record)
Make an appointment with the German embassy and get the documents certified. The document required are:
Filled application form
Letter of admission from the university
A document specifying your source of funds (bank statement)
Prepaid envelopes from private delivery service providers like DHL and FedEx.
After this, they would open your account on Deutsche Bank and you need to transfer the blocked account amount plus the initial service charge to the new Deutsche Bank account.
Upon arrival in Germany, fill in the service activation order by going through the Deutsche Bank website.
The Deutsche Bank requires you to pay 150 euros as the initial service charge to open the blocked account. While Fintiba and Expatrio charge 89 and 49 euros every 12 months. There is also a monthly fee of 5 euros with Fintiba and Expatrio while Deutsche Bank doesn’t charge for it.
After approval of the blocked account application, you can transfer the fund to the German blocked account through the local bank or other money transfer services like MoneyGram, western union, and Xoom.
The information required to transfer the funds is:
Receiver’s account details including name, address, account type, and account number/IBAN (international bank account number)
Name and address of the receiver's bank
Swift code of receiver’s bank
The quicker way to Open the best German blocked account
You can quickly open the German blocked account through online services like Fintiba and Expatrio compared to the offline process of Deutsche Bank.
The time span from the start of the application process to receiving the confirmation for a blocked account can range between (1-2) weeks when proceeding from online service providers and up to (4-6) weeks when through Deutsche Bank.
The advantage of opening a blocked account with Deutsche Bank is that you don’t need to create a separate bank account upon arrival in Germany, while with the other two; you need to.
Yes, it's possible to open a blocked account for minors below 18. For that, Fintiba, one of the blocked account service providers, mentions that the only extra information required in the minors' blocked account is the passport of their parents which in the case of Nepal, should be issued after December 26, 2010; and also a few details about the parents as they are the direct owner of the account.
As only the individual above 18 can open a checking account, the minor should open a basic account called Basiskonto after arriving in Germany to withdraw the funds every month.
Despite being the popular option to prove your financial status, it is not the only way to do so. You can prove your financial backing using other means like:
Acceptance for scholarships from governmental bodies or reputed educational institutions.
Letter of sponsorship from anyone staying in Germany, who will cover your expenses during your stay there.
But make sure you inform and take permission from the German consulate about proving your financial capabilities this way.

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Healthy Oilseeds, operated by Roger Gussiaas, Carrington, N.D., was recently named North Dakota Exporter of the Year by the North Dakota Trade Office.
Healthy Oilseeds exports organic and non-organic golden flax, brown flax and borage.
Gussiaas started Healthy Oilseeds in 2002, sending borage to a buyer in Spain. Today, Healthy Oilseeds is exporting to Canada, Kazakhstan, Poland, South Africa, South Korea, Spain and Taiwan. About 61% of its sales are international and 39% are domestic. International sales increased more than 60% in 2010 and 450% in 2009.
The North Dakota Exporter of the Year Award is presented to one business that has made significant advancements in the international marketplace. The award-winning business is required to have expanded its business to a new international market in 2010, increased its export sales during 2010, supported the larger statewide effort to expand North Dakota's global reach.
Past award winners:
• Red River Commodities
• Global Electric Motorcars
• Summers Manufacturing, Devils Lake
• SB&B Foods, Casselton
• DuraTech Industries, Jamestown
• Roll-A-Ramp, West Fargo
• WCCO Belting, Wahpeton
• Weather Modification Inc., Fargo
Healthy Oilseeds has found a good niche market with flax, Gussiaas says. Flax is rapidly becoming a wonder grain of health. It has the potential to help heal and prevent cardiovascular disease, cancer, diabetes, and many other degenerative conditions. The health benefits of flaxseed have focused on the body's response to the high content of omega 3 fatty acids and fibers, especially lignan. Dietary fiber in flaxseed has been found to lower "bad" cholesterol (LDL-cholesterol). Omega 3 fatty acids also have been shown to reduce blood pressure, stroke risk and to increase time for blood clotting. he omega 3 fatty acids in flaxseed are metabolized to substances that exert an anti-inflammatory response and may have benefit for diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis.


Mother discusses impact of childhood traumas on students’ behavior
FORT WAYNE, Ind. (WPTA) - Schools in Northeast Indiana are working to address the disproportionate number of suspensions when it comes to black students and white students. Statistics released by the Indiana State Department of Education reveal that black students are more likely to face harsher punishments than their peers.
Educators and advocates say that childhood traumas can play a major impact in behavioral problems at school. Those traumas impact a student’s ability to focus on the classroom and the way they navigate conflict.
In part one of our 21Investigates report, we took a look at the numbers in our area’s four largest school districts: Southwest Allen County Schools, Northwest Allen County Schools, East Allen County Schools and Fort Wayne Community Schools.
READ MORE: 21 Investigates: Black students face harsher punishments in area schools, according to state data
Each district shows a higher percentage of black students being suspended, despite making up a minority of the student population.
Now, a mother is telling 21Alive News about her experience. Tiyonna Meriwether said her daughter has trouble in school. At the age of five she was suspended from school and even expelled. As time went on the behaviors continued. It reached a peak when her daughter suffered the loss of a cousin at the age of 12, whom she was very close to at the time.
“I saw a major change in her,” said Meriwether. It impacted her a lot. Imagine being that young and just feeling pain in that way.”
Diquan Meriwether was shot to death at the age of 19 in Fort Wayne. That’s when her daughter began fighting in school, leading to more suspensions.
Meriwether is concerned about – what she believes – is a lack of understanding between educators and students. So Meriwether turned to Aaron and Janell Lane who are co-owners at Courageous Healing. It is a culturally centered counseling facility located on Fort Wayne’s southeast side.
“I think it’s important that we see the students,” said Aaron Lane. “I mean you have to see past the surface.”
For Meriwether’s daughter, past traumas and the trauma of losing someone close to her triggered an emotional response. It played out inside the classroom. Those behaviors are caused by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACES). According to a study the CDC-Kaiser Adverse Childhood Experiences Study, nearly every school has students who have been exposed to traumatic experiences.
“Adverse childhood experiences are any childhood traumas that you face,” said Janell Lane. “If you are in fight or flight mode outside of the building, it’s likely going to impact your behavior inside the building.”
Those experiences could include anything from abuse and neglect to substance use, divorce, incarceration or the loss of someone close. Studies show the more trauma a child faces, the more likely that he or she is to have “negative life outcomes” such as being incarcerated, suffering from mental issues, or abusing drugs or alcohol.
“Sometimes we could focus so much on the behavior of kids that we don’t often look at the functions of the behavior,” said Aaron Lane.
Debra Faye Williams-Robbins is the Deputy Superintendent of Fort Wayne Community Schools. She said the district is spending a lot of time around trauma instruction and care for students. She said studies show kids who experience a lot of traumas, process things differently. Instead of thinking logically first, they act on emotion.
“You’ll see some students, even adults... immediately jump hot about a topic,” she said. “It takes a lot of intentionality. Alot of professional learning. A lot of looking at yourself, regardless of who you are.”
Meriwether is concerned that staff doesn’t the time to understand what was causing her daughter’s behavior, leaving her mother feeling hopeless.
These kids are experiencing so many levels of pain,” she said. “And we don’t even... parents don’t even have the answers.”
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Home Alone - 1990
Can you believe this film is now 25 years old? It's older than I am. I've watched Home Alone so many times I can quite easily quote it. It'll be the middle of summer and I can put this classic on, I've even gone as far as having a copy on my iPad.
Home Alone - Lost in New York - 1992
There's always a debate in our household on who prefers Lost in New York to the original. I have to say I think I prefer the sequel to the original purely for New York. I long to be in New York for just one Christmas. America knows how to do Christmas right, there's no holding back like the UK.
Christmas with the Kranks - 2004
I can remember watching this film for the first time with my Dad, I was off school poorly and the only thing to cheer me up was eating my weight in salt & shake crisps and watching Christmas movies. With Tim Allen and Jamie Lee Curtis playing a couple planning on skipping Christmas it's no wonder this film is so hilarious.
Naughty or Nice - 2012
As one of the more recent films it's kind of ridiculous how many times I've watched Naughty or Nice. Fans of One Tree Hill will be pleased to see Hilarie Burton play holiday humbug Krissy Kringle as well as Danneel Ackles making an appearance.
Deck the Halls - 2006
Just like Christmas with the Kranks, I came across Deck the Halls while off school thanks to my Dad. Now 21 it's one I pull out every year, multiple times and the entire family loves it thanks to Danny Devito starring in it.
The Holiday - 2006
Who hasn't watched The Holiday? Each year I always make sure to watch it at least once with my Mum. Oh how we'd love to have a little cottage like Iris'.
Elf - 2003
Sky literally show this film every day I'm sure. I was actually watching Elf earlier on today while waiting to go on my motorway lesson. It never gets old, another the majority of us can quote. I can remember receiving a copy of Elf which came with an alarm clock one Christmas. I thought I was so cool back then.
Love Actually - 2003
Just like The Holiday, Love Actually is a must watch for everyone. The British romcom has people falling in love with both the right & wrong, affairs and mourning. You can also guarantee that Love Is All Around will be stuck in your head for days after.
Polar Express - 2004
If it weren't for my Mum being persistent I'd have never bothered to watch the Polar Express. If you're looking for the perfect Christmas Eve movie it doesn't get any better than the Polar Express whether you're 2 or 82. We're all fans of the film, including my brother when I bought him the 3D blu-ray last year. If it's on the telly you can count on us watching it - even when they showed it mid-summer.
Call Me Mrs Miracle - 2010
While it may not be the best of Christmas films we have a soft spot for the Mrs Miracle films, which started off like a few of the others - a day when I was most likely ill and had full rein of the remote. I'll watch this no end of times whenever one of the various Christmas channels shows it. Everyone needs a little Mrs Miracle if you ask me.
Christmas Film Runners Up //
The Santa Clause (1994, Time Allen), 12 Dogs of Christmas, Miracle on 34th Street (1994), The Grinch (even if I do fast forward the singing), 12 Men of Christmas, The Good Witch's Gift, The Most Wonderful Time of The Year, Jingle All The Way, Father Christmas, The Snowman & Mrs Miracle. I'd love to know your favourite Christmas movie? Who else is addicted to the Christmas movie channels? Lucy xx

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A group of Japanese researchers developed a prototype construction robot for disaster relief situations. This prototype has drastically improved operability and mobility compared to conventional construction machines.
As part of the Impulsing Paradigm Challenge through Disruptive Technologies Program (ImPACT)'s Tough Robotics Challenge Program, a group of research leaders at Osaka University, Kobe University, Tohoku University, The University of Tokyo, and Tokyo Institute of Technology developed construction robots for disaster relief in order to solve various challenges of conventional construction machines used in such situations.
Using a prototype machine with elemental technologies under development, verification tests were performed on places that represented disaster sites, and a certain level of performance was confirmed. This prototype looks like an ordinary hydraulic excavator, but, specifically, has the following elemental technologies:
- Quickly and stably controlling heavy power machines with high inertia by achieving target values regarding location and speed through fine tuning and by controlling pressures on a cylinder at high speeds.
- Estimating external load of multiple degree of freedom (DOF) hydraulically-driven robot from oil pressure of each hydraulic cylinder. The estimated force will be used for force control or force feedback to the operator of tele-operated rescue robots.
- Measuring high frequency vibration by a force sensor installed at the forearm of the robot and giving the operator vibrotactile feedback.
- Flying a multi-rotor unmanned aircraft vehicle UAV ("drone") to the place of the operator's choice and obtaining image information. Long flights and pin-point landing of the drone are available due to power supply through electric lines and a power-feeding helipad for tethering the drone.
- Presenting the operator images of an overhead view from an arbitrary place by using 4 fish-eye cameras mounted on the robot in real time so that the operator can assess the area surrounding the robot.
- Using a far-infrared ray camera capable of viewing with long-wavelength light so that the operator can operate the robot while assessing the situation even under bad weather conditions like fog.
In addition to the above-mentioned technologies, this group is developing several useful elemental technologies and making efforts to improve their technical performance. They are also developing new robots with a double rotation mechanism and double arms with the purpose of achieving higher operability and terrain adaptability.


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MORE APPROPRIATE..WONDERFUL GIRL..
Whooahhh! Look at her. She's so sweet in these cool outfits.
You have so many technique to draw. This looks like color pencil on water color.
Just when I try to learn your technique, you switch to another one! That's cool!
And... in your icon, you are smoking? Cool icon...
I like to try different thing, they refresh my brain, and help me seek for new stuff.
Nah~ you don't need to learn from me, you are you. You got good talent, technique is just a form of way to express. Keep your direction to realistic drawings and fine art. Don't let other change your path if you really like it.
Drawing is about studying yourself and your target.
Thanks for your encouragement, my friend.
No! I never smoke. Ahhhh actually when I was 5 something, I pick up the cigarette on the floor and tried it. It s*cks. Then I never touch it since then.
Actually I tried to add the flower in that icon, but flower doesn't match me much.
Hehehehehehe Do you like my icon? Cooooooollllll Please wait for a moment.
That's really how I think.
It's good you don't, bad for health. Flower match all people, just depend on which breed.
You icon is great. I like that.
Haha You'll be seeing something in the next 1 hr.
very cool =D, great lighting
To Each His Own Dream
Thank you~! I love it *bookmarks* x3 lighting is probably one of the best heroines ever! Though with a happy face... I dont know, she's always so angry >_< but you capture the beauty she hides in battle
"When I work, I work very fast, but preparing to work can take any length of time."
I think all people don't like to be keep in battle everyday.
A peaceful day with joy is all we hope to have forever.


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Health Services Restructuring in Canada: New Evidence and New Directions
Edited by Charles M. Beach, Richard P. Chaykowski, Sam Shortt, France St-Hilaire and Arthur Sweetman
Table of Contents | Introduction | Sample Chapter
With the recent Chaoulli Supreme Court Decision and health care proposal by Quebec and Alberta, serious debate is occurring on how best to restructure the Canadian health care system to address concerns of access and wait-times, alternative health care delivery modes, and methods of funding. This volume offers a timely examination of these issues through reviewing a number of specific health care innovations and their impacts on service delivery in the health care system. The perspective of these studies is evidence-based policy making. The principal objective of the volume is to shift debate away from polemical positions, and to focus instead on using empirical tools of analysis to better understand what works and what doesn't.
Topics include: demand for private health insurance, impacts of regional health care delivery reforms, effectiveness of reference drug programs, alternative health human resource strategies, managed competition in home care, the economics of obesity, prioritization of health technologies, and planning for the next pandemic.
Contributors include: Lori Curtis (Waterloo), Michael Decter (Health Council of Canada), Margaret Denton (McMaster), Herb Emery (Calgary), Pierre-Gerlier Forest (Health Canada), Aidan Hollis (Calgary), Robert James (Aechidna Health Informatics, Inc.), Ana Johnson-Masotti (Queen's), Greg Marchildon (Regina), Lisa Powell (Illinois), Sebastian Schneeweiss (Harvard), Mark Stabile (Toronto), Kumanan Wilson (Toronto), and Dominika Wranik (Dalhousie).

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Industrial and durable in design the Door Stop is cast in Cement and comes with a contrasting Jute rope looped handle. The chunky cylindrical body is heavy to keep doors propped open with ease. It features a rubber pad on the base to protect the floor underneath from marks. The rustic pitted texture in soft grey would work best in contemporary homes.
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The promenade provides a walking tour of San Francisco’s urban park next to the bay and the Golden Gate Bridge, with a wealth of activities to explore.
One highlight is, of course, the view, but there are many more attractions along this waterfront.
There is a wide, sandy beach with gentle waves, grassy picnic areas, and a tidal marsh that attracts a bounty of bird life.
The whole area was once a military base, but the airfield is now a green lawn, and the buildings have been repurposed as museums and businesses.
Memorials, sculptures, and other artwork dot the park as well. The easiest access is at the east end of the promenade, near Fort Mason, or along Marina Boulevard where there is plenty of parking.
Alternatively, you can easily get here via public transportation.
Walk west along the waterfront or the grass of Marina Green.
You can make a side trip along the wharf past the yacht club to visit the Wave Organ, a sculpture with pipes that make music with the swell of waves.
Next comes the beach, marsh, and lawn of Crissy Field.
You can spend an entire day lounging on the sand or in the grass, gazing out over the bridge and the bay. If you want more to do, check out the historic military buildings nearby on Mason Street.
Many of these now house sports and fitness centers like a climbing gym, indoor trampoline park, bike shop, and retail store.
You can also find exhibits that explain the history of the area. Farther west and closer to the bridge there is still more to explore.
For better views of the Golden Gate Bridge, walk out on the fishing wharf into the bay, then go up the many stairs that climb the wooded bluff above Marine Drive.
The trail leads to incredible, elevated viewpoints among proud cypress trees.
To walk on the bridge itself, continue uphill past the Golden Gate welcome center and proceed to the bridge’s east sidewalk.
Enjoy your stroll along one of America’s most iconic structures. Sources: https://www.sfgate.com/sports/article/The-Golden-Gate-Promenade-s-a-beautiful-walk-2656503.php https://www.presidio.gov/trails/golden-gate-promenade-bay-trail https://www.nps.gov/goga/planyourvisit/maps.htm


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Weevil in a biscuit, part I
“Remember the pallid brute that lived at Skerryvore like a weevil in a biscuit.” — RLS to Henry James, 1889
The three years, 1884-87, that Robert Louis Stevenson spent in Bournemouth, England, living in a brick, ivy-covered house he called Skerryvore, proved to be the Scottish author’s worst years yet for his health, or lack of it. What had started as a slight cold in Nice, France, in January 1884 had intensified into a prolonged bout with worse-than-usual bad health for someone who was already chronically ill.
Louis wasn’t asking for too much out of life. He just wanted to write and be good enough at it to support his family by it. More than once he would be heard to say, in so many words, that “my art” was the only thing that kept him willing to continue suffering the debilitating and life-threatening side effects of his disease that was not tuberculosis, contrary to popular belief.
When the Stevenson expedition had been wintering in the Swiss Alps, Louis had tried his hand at carving woodcuts as a way to occupy himself when he was feeling “seedy.” He said, “I cannot tell you what a godsend these silly blocks have been to me. When I can write no more and read no more and think no more, I can pass whole hours engraving these blocks in blissful contentment.” However, the toy press that RLS used to print the blocks had broken beyond repair by the time they relocated to southern France in late 1882. As a replacement therapy, Louis took up modeling figures in wax or clay, and continued this new hobby upon moving to Bournemouth. Not a single one of his creative attempts has survived, probably because they weren’t worth keeping. But someone did keep his modeling tools and brought them to Saranac lake a long time ago to join the memorabilia that the Stevenson Society of America hoards in their little white house on Stevenson Lane.
In spite of his invalidism, Stevenson did manage to squeeze in a rewarding social life with a few of his new neighbors. Friends were perhaps the most significant feature of life at Skerryvore for Louis, who said in his first book, “Travels with a Donkey in the Cevennes,” “We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world; and the best that we find in our travels is a friend.” Henry James, American expatriate and master novelist, played that role magnificently as the most frequent and welcome guest at Skerryvore, with his own sumptuous blue chair named after him because he used it so much. Fanny, Stevenson’s wife, liked him, too.
For people who follow English literature, it often comes as a surprise to learn that RLS and Henry James got on so well. They were so different, so unlikely a pair, that writing seemed to be all that they had in common, but that, of course, was the connection. Both took writing as a form of art more seriously than most of their contemporaries. The two men had been each aware of the other through literary gossip, and Louis had been indifferent until he picked up a copy of Longman’s Magazine, September 1884, and read an article by James called “The Art of Fiction.” Stevenson had to respond, so when James picked up his December issue of Longman’s, he read “A Humble Remonstrance” by Robert Louis Stevenson. They became pen pals immediately, since James was still living in France, but when James moved to Bournemouth in 1885, they finally got to shake hands and Henry sat down in his big blue chair for the first time. In 1922, Sam McClure, Stevenson’s second American publisher, said this while he was addressing a crowd on the lawn of the Stevenson Cottage in Saranac Lake: “One man had just a heartful of love, friendliness and understanding of Stevenson, and that was Henry James. … He was Stevenson’s admirer. His interest in Stevenson’s health, his works, his plans for the future was wholly affectionate, wholly disinterested. … Henry James was Stevenson’s friend and well-wisher. His loyal, generous feeling I have never forgotten.”
After Robert Louis Stevenson settled into his latest home at Baker’s in Saranac Lake in the fall of 1887, he wrote his first letter from his new address to good ol’ cousin Bob, and the next one went to Henry of the blue chair at Skerryvore. For literary types who might be interested, the two articles in Longman’s Magazine, mentioned above, were fuel for a literary debate at the time concerning the nature of novels, what they are or aren’t as an art form. It was provoked by a public lecture called “Fiction as one of the Fine Arts” by Walter Besant. The French naturalists, especially Emile Zola, made a huge ripple in this discussion. An account of all this can still be found in a book edited by Janet Adam Smith called “Henry James and Robert Louis Stevenson, A Record of Friendship and Criticism,” (1951).
Sir Henry and Lady Taylor, neighbors of RLS, also enhanced life for Louis in between his more “seedy” episodes. Sir Henry had a distinguished career as a civil servant in the Colonial Office and was a poet besides who enjoyed some fame in his day for “Philip Van Artevelde” (1834) and other verse dramas. Frequent dinners at the Taylors racked up many good memories for Louis and Fanny Stevenson. Unfortunately, Henry died in his sleep too soon into their friendship, but Lady Taylor and her daughter remained at Bournemouth long after the Stevenson expedition had moved on. Lady Taylor had started out as Theodosia Alice Spring Rice (1817-91), daughter of the first Lord Monteagle. She became a kind and caring friend whom Louis much appreciated and would one day be another one to get mail from Louis with a Saranac Lake postmark.
In the autumn of 1885, Louis and Fanny traveled to Dorchester for a brief change. There he met Thomas Hardy, who was yet to write his best-known works. Local gossip says that Hardy took RLS to the County Museum to see a new and allegedly important acquisition, a large book called “The Civil Division of the County of Dorset,” a 90-year-old “Who’s Who” containing maps, government directories and lists of magistrates. As displayed, the names of two long dead justices of the peace appeared side-by-side — Joseph Jekyll and Thomas Hyde.


Oliver Zisko have played together with several popular Hungarian singers and musicians and his drumming can be heard on a lot of albums. He created two drum teaching materials. The first was a score book in 2006. The other was a DVD in 2009. He worked out a new idea where he uses flaming drumsticks – burning at both ends. The impressing song Travelin’ from the new album Global Warning – feat Derek Sherinian, Anthony Crawford, Marius Pop.
Says Zisko, «There is some news regarding my upcoming album. Due to the pandemic, we have postponed the release date until the first half of 2022, but I have new videos (amongst them the song Travelin featuring Derek Sherinian, (ex-keyboarder of Dream Theater), Anthony Crawford, (bassist of Allan Holdsworth) & great guitarist talent: Marius Pop). I’m sending now the formal press release and some photos. You can find the formal press under the line & in the attachment, including the video links in a word file». The track Plastic feat. Zsolt Kaltenecker,
«I have finally uploaded 3 songs from the album, which I have been working on for a while. Together with the bonuses, it features 73 minutes of music we might well call it a double album, which will be released in 2022.So far we have released clips of 4 songs, and now, 3 new ones have joined them. There will be a total of 12 + 2 tracks on the disc». The track The Origin feat. Mike Gotthard & Peter Papesch
«I basically wanted to build up the album from non-progressive musical rhythms. The rhythmic ideas of the song Travelin are inspired by e.g. Jojo Mayer and Steve Smith. Then I got the solo tracks from Derek Sherinian and changed the song a bit. Derek is an iconic figure. He plays in his own style in the song, like in Dream Theater, Sons of Apollo, Planet X etc. Anthony Crawford is a great bassist talent, one of my favorite players».
«My friend Marius Pop on guitar who is one of the European fusion guitarist talents of our times. These two guys were also guest musicians on the previous Ghost Notes video. Marius was a great help in shaping the final form of the song and he volunteered to take on the sound engineering tasks too. He made the mix with Mark Mihele at Rootz Music Studio, Romania».
«When recording the drums, I wanted to do it in the same way, as on the other tracks on the album: one take. Without editing / quantizing during the mixing. Videos and audio were taken at the same time. We recorded additional songs on the same day as “Travelin”. We started with this one and went to the next song after the first take, so recording the drums of this song was completed in about 10 minutes. A drum playthrough was also made where I used the take of the moving camera».
«The guest musician of Plastic is another of my favorite keyboard players, Zsolt Kaltenecker (from Special Providence band). It is a great pleasure for me that he is also contributing on the record. The song Plastic was programmed by Ádám Miski, packed with insane rhythmic noises – which I like».
I invited further two of my favorites in “The Origin” song. Péter Papesch plays the bass and Mike Gotthard is the guitarist. They both really caught the atmosphere that matches this track. Sorry for the crazy synth melodies. This had to sound loud. The sound engineer for Plastic and The Origin was Viktor Max Scheer».
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