News from Ligue 1 in France as the new PSG 2019-20 Nike home kit has been leaked after an image of Brazilian wing back Dani Alves wearing the new stripe has appeared online.
The leaked Paris Saint-Germain home jersey has a navy base colour with a white and red vertical stripe running down the centre, broken in the middle to make room for the clubs new shirt sponsor ‘All Accor Live Limitless’ which is coloured white.
The PSG badge is placed on the left breast whilst a white Nike Swoosh is placed on the right breast.
A red stripe appears on the back of the neck.
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CHINESE state-owned shipping giant Cosco group has confirms its readiness to increase transit shipments on theNorthern Sea Route though Russian Arctic waters, reports the Barents Observer of Kirkenes, Norway.
Speaking at the Arctic Circle China conference in Shanghai, Cosco marketing chief Chen Feng said: "It is smooth and quick. Our strategy is to serve the Polar Silk Road between the North Atlantic region and the Far East."
Mr Chen did not specify the number of planned voyages, but made clear that there would be "several of them", both east and westbound.
"It is possible to save 10 days on a shipment between Asia and Europe when choosing the Northern Sea Route, and that means saving of costs," he said.
The westbound shipments will be made mainly from China but possibly also from South Korea and Japan. "We are also ready offer services from the North Atlantic region, including European North America side to Far East through the Arctic Ocean's Northeast Passage," he said.
Cosco has over the past five years been the leading company in transit shipments along the shipping route through Russian Arctic waters. The first two shipments were made in 2013 and in 2018 a total of eight voyages were made, said the Observer report.

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It’s the holiday season and for many patients, that means dressing up to make appearances at numerous home and office parties. What will you wear on your feet in the coming weeks? If you’re thinking about taking that pair of high-heeled pumps out of your closet, think twice.
High-heeled shoes have been an integral component of fashion footwear more than 400 years. Although originally intended for men, over the centuries they have become almost exclusively part of the feminine wardrobe. One study reports that in 2017, 72% of women own high heels. 31% wear them to work daily and 50-77% choose them for parties and special occasions.
Those stilettos may look nice, but they’re not very nice to feet, ankles, and lower legs. Dr. Jason Grossman often sees patients with podiatric issues related to high-heeled shoes:
- High heels cause increased stress along the sole of the foot and can contribute to heel pain.
- High-heeled shoes often come with narrow toe boxes, which squeeze the toes together, leading to hammertoes and neuromas.
- Long-time high heel aficionados often suffer from bunions, bony bumps that form at the base of the big toe and Haglund’s deformity, a bony enlargement on the back of the heel that often leads to painful bursitis.
- The unnatural pressure that high heeled shoes put on the feet can lead to corns and calluses, painful accumulations of dead skin cells.
- High heels decrease your base of support, diminishing balance and putting you at increased risk for falls and foot and ankle injuries.
If you’re not yet ready to give up your heels:
- Choose shoes with heels that are 3 inches or less.
- To distribute weight more evenly, choose a newer, modern-looking pair of shoes with a rounded front and a chunky heel over a pointy pair with a spiked heel.
- Look for a new pair of shoes with softer soles or built-in cushioning to reduce impact and stress on your muscles and joints.
- Wear different shoes sometimes to change the stress points on your feet. Remember to mix it up!
Have high-heeled shoes caused you to experience discomfort or any other problem in your feet, ankles, or lower legs? Call Advanced Feet and Ankle Care at (732) 679-4330 or click here today to schedule an appointment with Jason Grossman, DPM. Whether you choose our comfortable and convenient Old Bridge or Sayreville office, you can rest assured that you will receive the same thorough examination, accurate diagnosis, state of the art treatment and comprehensive follow up.
Hyperhidrosis is the medical term that refers to excess sweating. It’s a common condition that can happen to anyone. The International Hyperhidrosis Society estimates that 3 percent of Americans live with the condition, frequently producing significantly more sweat than what we would typically associate with triggers such as exercise or nervousness. Hyperhidrosis can manifest anywhere on the body but is most commonly observed in the armpits, the face and head, or the palms of the hands. When it manifests on the feet, it’s known as plantar hyperhidrosis and can be more than simply an embarrassment. Regularly damp and sweaty feet are a contributing factor in other podiatric health issues, including ingrown toenails, athlete’s foot, foot odor, and continually cold feet.
What Causes Sweaty Feet?
Are you at risk of hyperhidrosis? How many of these risk factors apply to you?
- Family history. If your parent or sibling has been diagnosed with hyperhidrosis, your odds are increased.
For those with the condition, many triggers can lead to a hyperhidrosis episode, including nervousness, warm temperatures, illness or fever, and wearing clothing or footwear made of materials that don’t allow the feet to “breathe.”
How Can You Prevent Sweaty Feet?
If you notice that your feet get sweaty often, start with a journal. Making note of how and when sweating episodes occur will help you identify triggers and get some control of the situation. What else can you do to keep your sweaty feet dry and odor-free? Here are some tips from Jason Grossman, DPM to get you started:
- Practice good hygiene.
- Use foot powder or cornstarch to absorb sweat.
- Apply deodorant or antiperspirant to your feet.
- Always wear clean, dry socks.
- When possible, choose open shoes such as sandals.
- Reduce your stress levels.
How Can the Podiatrist Treat Sweaty Feet?
If your hyperhidrosis can’t be managed at home, your podiatrist will have several treatments to try:
- Iontopheresis is a procedure in which a medical device is used to pass a mild electrical current through water and through the skin's surface. It’s effective in 80-90% of patients. Iontopheresis is painless and there are no significant or serious side effects.
- Another dramatic treatment option for heavy sweating is injections of botulinum toxin A. Botox works by preventing the release of a chemical that signals the sweat glands to activate.
- Prescription oral medications are available that stop the activation of the sweat glands, but they are a last resort as they can have unpleasant side-effect.
Are excessively sweaty feet negatively impacting your day-to-day life? You’re not alone. Dr. Jason Grossman has been helping many patients with hyperhidrosis, and he can help you, too. Call Advanced Feet and Ankle Care at (732) 679-4330 or click here today to schedule a convenient appointment in our Old Bridge or Sayreville offices.
Thanks to modern medicine, we know that many of the myths that humans once believed about their bodies are untrue, but many commonly held misbeliefs about our feet remain. How many of these do you still believe?
MYTH: Of course I have foot problems…I’m getting older.
MEDICINE: Podiatric issues are common as we age, but they are not natural and they are not inevitable. The use of stylish, modern footwear is often to blame for modern-day foot problems. Save your high heels and rigid shoes for special occasions and choose sensible, comfortable footwear for everyday use.
: Bunions are caused by shoes.
Bunions are most often caused by an inherent flaw in the anatomy of your foot. Family history is the most significant risk factor. A preference for shoes with pointed or cramped toe boxes or very high heels can contribute to bunions or make them more painful, but shoes alone cannot cause bunions. Your podiatrist can perform surgery to correct a bunion.
MYTH: I know that my foot or ankle isn’t broken because I can walk.
MEDICINE: If you’ve had a fall or other trauma to your lower leg, foot or ankle, you should schedule an appointment with your podiatrist as soon as possible. There are numerous foot and ankle injuries that people can walk on, including stress fractures, toe fractures, small “chip” fractures of the foot and ankle bones, and hairline breaks of the thinner of the two leg bones.
MYTH: A vinegar soak will cure my toenail fungus.
MEDICINE: This is nonsense. Vinegar won’t do anything to help your fungal toenail infection, and may even make the situation worse. See your podiatrist for proper treatment.
MYTH: Going barefoot is best for my feet.
MEDICINE: While you might enjoy spending time barefoot in your house, you should think twice about going barefoot outside. You’ll be vulnerable to scrapes, bruises, cuts, and. In public places such as locker rooms, it’s easy to pick up infections including plantar warts and toenail fungus. If you have heel pain, going barefoot can exacerbate the problem.
MYTH: My saloon is spotless. Pedicures there are perfectly safe.
MEDICINE: While a salon pedicure is a lovely indulgence from time to time, appearance isn’t everything when it comes to cleanliness. Even the most beautiful salons can be breeding grounds for bacteria and fungus. Reduce your risk of contracting plantar warts, toenail fungus, or other infections by bringing your own instruments and never sharing them with anyone.
Are you concerned about the health and wellbeing of your feet, ankles, or lower legs? Jason Grossman, DPM can ease your mind. Call Advanced Feet and Ankle Care at (732) 679-4330 or click here today to schedule an appointment in our comfortable and convenient Old Bridge or Sayreville offices. Dr. Jason Grossman will thoroughly examine your feet, carefully diagnose your problem, work with you to create an effective and individualized treatment plan, and provide comprehensive follow up.
For most Americans, weight gain is a slow creep that happens over many years. As many as one third of Americans have a body mass index greater than 30, making them clinically obese.
Obesity puts you at risk for numerous chronic health conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and heart disease. But what about the effect of extra weight on your legs, feet, and ankles? What sorts of risks does obesity increase?
- You’re more likely to develop sore feet from walking or standing.
- There is a direct link between increased BMI and painful foot conditions including arthritis, tendonitis and heel pain.
- Blisters and chafing can occur when shoes are too small.
- Your posture and gait may change and balance and mobility may be challenged.
- You may find it hard to reach your feet to trim your toenails. Ingrown toenails can result.
- Hygiene can become problematic, making you vulnerable to athlete’s foot and fungal toenail infections.
- The pressure and stress that extra body weight puts on muscles, joints, and tendons in the feet can trigger plantar fasciitis, a painful inflammation of the tissue along the bottom of the foot.
- Excess weight wears down even the best shoes and they quickly become less supportive than expected. Fallen arches can occur.
- If you are overweight, you are at higher risk for diabetes, which often causes podiatric complications including leg and foot pain, loss of sensation, unhealed wounds and infection.
- Gout is a lifestyle disease that develops when uric acid crystals accumulate in your joints, especially in the knuckle of your big toe. Because gout attacks can be triggered by consuming large quantities of rich foods, shellfish, and alcohol. If you’re overweight, you’re at increased risk.
Desk jobs and limited time make losing weight challenging but even small changes can improve overall wellbeing and foot health. Start with simple changes such as cutting out sugary drinks or salty snacks. Increase your consumption of lean protein sources, fruits, vegetables, and whole grains. Begin an exercise regimen with low-impact activities, such as walking, water aerobics, or gentle yoga.
Is excess weight making it uncomfortable for you to stand, walk, or move? Jason Grossman, DPM can help. Call Advanced Feet and Ankle Care at (732) 679-4330 or click here to schedule an appointment in our comfortable and convenient Old Bridge or Sayreville offices today. Dr. Jason Grossman will thoroughly examine your feet and expertly diagnose any problems, then provide appropriate treatment and comprehensive after care.

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The Last of Us Part 1 PC features unlocked framerate, speedrun and permadeath modes.
The Last of Us Part 1’s PC release is just around the corner.
In anticipation of this, Naughty Dog has released a short video showing off some more of its upcoming features.
On its PC launch, The Last of Us Part 1 will include unlocked framerate, FSR Support, a speedrun mode (although, depending on which edition you buy, some story progression may be required before this mode is unlocked) and a permadeath mode.
Here is a little trailer showing how it all looks in play:
The Last of Us Part 1 PC Features – Unlocked Framerate, Speedrun, Permadeath, and More.
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Earlier this year, Naughty Dog additionally stated The Last of Us Part 1 will feature a full suite of adjustable graphics options on PC.
There will also be 21:9 Ultrawide and 32:9 Super Ultrawide monitor support, and compatibility with various technologies, including AMD FSR 2.2, Nvidia DLSS Super Resolution, and 3D audio.
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An Automated Teller Machine (ATM) is a self-service electronic device that enables bank customers to perform various financial transactions without the need for human assistance. ATMs are commonly found in banks, retail stores, airports, and other public locations.
Here’s how an ATM typically works:
- Card insertion: To initiate a transaction, the user inserts their bank-issued ATM card into the card reader slot on the machine. The card may be a debit card, credit card, or a specialized ATM card.
- User identification: The ATM prompts the user to enter their Personal Identification Number (PIN) associated with the card. The PIN acts as a security measure to authenticate the user’s identity and ensure only authorized individuals can access the account.
- Transaction selection: The ATM presents a menu of transaction options on its screen, allowing the user to select the desired transaction. Common options include cash withdrawal, balance inquiry, funds transfer, deposit, bill payments, and account statement printing.
- Transaction processing: Once the user selects a transaction, the ATM communicates with the bank’s network to process the request. The ATM securely transmits the transaction details, including the card information and the selected transaction type.
- Authorization: The bank’s network verifies the user’s identity and checks the account balance or available credit to ensure the requested transaction can be authorized. If the transaction is approved, an authorization code is sent back to the ATM.
- Transaction completion: Based on the transaction type, the ATM performs the necessary actions. For cash withdrawal, the user can specify the desired amount, and the machine dispenses the cash. For deposits, the user can insert cash or checks into designated slots, which are verified and credited to the user’s account.
- Receipt and card retrieval: After completing the transaction, the ATM provides an option to print a receipt, summarizing the details of the transaction. The user can choose to print or skip the receipt. The ATM then returns the user’s card.
It’s important for ATM users to exercise caution and be aware of potential risks associated with ATM usage. Here are some safety tips:
- Protect your PIN: Ensure that no one can see you enter your PIN. Memorize your PIN and do not share it with others.
- Be aware of your surroundings: Use ATMs located in well-lit, secure areas. Be cautious of suspicious individuals nearby.
- Check for skimming devices: Before inserting your card, check for any unusual devices or attachments on the ATM that may be used for card skimming. If something looks suspicious, use a different ATM and report it to the bank.
- Keep your transaction details private: Shield the ATM keypad when entering your PIN to prevent others from seeing your input.
- Secure your cash and receipt: Once you receive cash or a receipt, secure it immediately. Avoid counting cash or reviewing receipts in public view.
ATMs provide convenience and accessibility for basic banking transactions outside of regular banking hours. They have become an integral part of the banking infrastructure, allowing customers to perform various financial tasks quickly and efficiently.

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- 3/4 teaspoon salt
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- In a large skillet, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add peas and green onions; cook and stir until tender. Stir in the remaining ingredients.
Nutrition Facts3/4 cup: 161 calories, 8g fat (5g saturated fat), 20mg cholesterol, 283mg sodium, 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 6g fiber), 6g protein. Diabetic Exchanges: 1 starch, 1 lean meat, 1 fat.
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These are absolutely delicious. A 'fancy' way of dressing up peas with little fuss. I will definitely be making these again and again.....
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This recipe is delicious! It is one of my favorite ways to serve peas.
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FWS Issues Wildlife Guidelines For Wind Power Cos.
The new recommendations replace voluntary interim guidelines issued by the agency in July 2003. They take effect immediately, the FWS said.
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Here at new! HQ we're partial to a weird and wacky outfit, but we can't help but feel Rita Ora took things to a whole new level at the BBC Radio 1 Teen Awards on Sunday.
The star, who presented the show alongside Nick Grimshaw, dressed in head to toe Burberry at the bash.
Completing the eye-catching look with matching shorts, shirts and hat the singer posed on the red carpet before heading into Wembley stadium to perform her new single Anywhere.
Sadly, fans were quick to criticise the pop-star's bizarre outfit choice, with one saying: "I do love Rita ora but what was she thinking when she got ready for radio 1 teen awards"
Another wrote: "Rita Ora and her Burberry x Gosha Rubchinskiy outfit.... stay looking cheap and tacky. What a shame Burberry."
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Last weekend, my husband and I joined Mark and Cathy Hinderliter on a Northeastern Oklahoma roadtrip to Pawhuska. The Indian Taco National Championship festival was being held and we decided to check it out. These photos are shots of downtown Pawhuska, the festival activities, and the people around town. Have a peaceful Silent Sunday…enjoy! [kelly] Continue reading Silent Sunday: Indian Taco Championship, Pawhuska, OK
I walked into the museum and was greeted by her. She sat at the desk, surrounded by busts of ancient Osage warriors, maps, artifacts and tribal dress displayed in glass cases. “Do you have any questions?” she asked. “No,” I replied. “Not yet.” I made my way to the corner case and began mentally walking through Osage history. The voices of other visitors began to seep through my mental fog and I adjusted my angle to take on a better view. I gathered that stories were being told and wanted to hear them.
I glanced at her again as she sat behind her desk. She watched quietly as two aging white men seated on benches in the middle of the room leaned in to hear stories from the middle-aged Osage they had met in the museum. The Osage was seated on a second bench near them and was carrying two pieces of lumber. One of the white men clutched a knotted piece of Cyprus wood that had been polished by man or by Time, while the other held two books on his lap. The Osage was saying, “In order for children to properly speak the language, their pallets have to be broken. I remember my grandmother reaching her thumb up into my mouth. It hurt, but the pressure of her grip helped me bear the pain.” Continue reading Red Dirt Rambler: Eighty Years of Osage Wisdom in a Thirty Minute Encounter

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The wildebeest migration across the Mara is iconically Tanzanian, and one of the things we’d hoped most to see when we left America. But, our timing wasn’t ideal and most of the wildebeests, who travel with smarter zebra, had already crossed toward the south where they would winter. Our guide thought we should wander that direction just in case, and so we headed off early toward the Mara.
As we progressed, the scenery started to flatten out and get a bit dustier, although still very moderate and comfortable.
And then, the familiar voices over the radio, but this time a bit more hurried, and our little 4×4 literally starting kicking up the dust. (Warning: slightly graphic photos down the page.)
Ellison pointed out the zebras sniffing the water and being more cautious
So much of the trip was this balance of the circle of life, the wildebeests feeding the crocodiles, the antelope feeding the vultures. And then we came upon some amorous lions, starting the circle all over again.

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<< tonight I sprayed my lower control arm inner bushings that had minor
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Some of the chemical suppliers used to send their
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THE Script guitarist Mark Sheehan died on Friday after a “brief illness”, the band announced.
He was 46 years old.
“Much loved husband, father, brother, band mate and friend Mark Sheehan passed away today in hospital after a brief illness. The family and group ask fans to respect their privacy at this tragic time,” the band wrote in their social media platforms.
The Dublin-based band, known for their hits The Man who Cannot Be Moved and Hall of Fame, performed in the Philippines last September 2022.
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The Lebanon R-3 School Board has modified its COVID-19 policies.
The Board voted 6-0 Tuesday to approve changes to the District’s Safe Return To In-Person Instruction and Continuity of Services Plan (SRCSP), for individuals who have tested positive for COVID.
The Centers for Disease Control released new guidance Dec. 27 which shortens the recommended isolation period for individuals who test positive for COVID-19. Effective immediately, in conjunction with recommendations from the CDC, the District’s policy for COVID positive individuals is as follows:
Any student/staff who have tested positive may be eligible to return after 5 days have passed since symptoms first appeared and if they are asymptomatic, or symptoms are resolving:
For more on this story see Saturday's LCR.


Houston Rockets polished a noteworthy win against the Los Angeles Lakers with a scintillating score of 108-90. The game was scheduled at the Staple Center, Los Angeles on the 28th of October. With Julius Randle’s injury which one could call a blessing in disguise for the Rockets actually fueled them up to grab the season opening win. Kobe Bryant and Jeremy Lin were expected to make a leading duo for the season’s opener but discursively couldn’t deliver according to the predictions. Randle’s right leg injury in the fourth quarter was a major pull down for the Lakers as they were expecting a lot from the 19th year old power forward.
There were a few shots which were worth a recap, the most far-reaching of them being Trevor Ariza’s 25 foot three point jumper and James Harden’s 26 foot three point jumper. Ex teammates Dwight Howard and Kobe Bryant got into a particularly inconsequential brawl in the concluding minutes of the game which therefore resulted in both of them being inclined with a technical foul. James Harden turned out to be the top shooting guard as he scored a total of 32 points. He has been witnessed to be phenomenal at the free throw line. A lot of Lakers’ fans have believed that Bryant is very soon going to brick the Lakers into a lottery pick if his dis-satisfactory performance continues.
The LA Lakers would have looked a lot more prudent on the court- if this wouldn’t have been Bryant’s come back game, if Randle wasn’t benched off with an injury, if they hadn’t given away the ball one of the few times they actually had possession because to their narrow lapses and if they had played more conjointly as a team waving their flag over, thus proving all those contravening onlookers wrong, than as individuals.
I do not see why a team as established and prized as the Los Angeles Lakers should falter in their upcoming games if they manage to get the above IF’s right. But as of now the Houston Rockets have definitely secured a point in their tank.


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Heat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or silicone baking sheets.
Put the flour, cornmeal, wheat germ, and cinnamon into a large bowl and whisk to combine. Add the eggs, carob chips, honey, and 1 tablespoon water. Use your hands to mix the ingredients together and form a smooth dough. If it feels too dry, add more water. Wrap the dough in plastic wrap and let it rest 10 minutes. (Can be made ahead and refrigerated, just let it warm up a bit before rolling.)
Dust your counter with some flour and roll the dough out until it is 1/4-inch thick using more flour as needed so it doesn't stick. Cut into shapes using a dog bone shaped cookie cutter, or use a knife to make the same shape. You can re-roll the scraps and cut out more cookies. Place on the prepared baking sheets and bake for 30 to 35 minutes or until the cookies are well browned. Remove them to a wire rack to cool completely.


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A ‘driving thirst for knowledge’ is the forerunner of wisdom. Knowledge is a state that all organic life possesses, wisdom is the reward of the spirit, gained in the search of true knowledge. Truth is variable – what is true now will not be true tomorrow, since the temporal truths are dependent upon ethics and social mores – therefore wisdom is possibly eternal truth, untouched by man’s condition. So we come to the heart of the People, a belief that is based upon eternity, and not upon social needs or pressures – the ‘witch’ belief then is concerned with wisdom, our true name, our true name then is the Wise People and wisdom is our aim.
Some groups seek fulfilment in mystic experience – this is correct if one does not forget the duty of ‘involvement’ – the prime duty of the Wise. It is not enough to see the Lady, it is better to serve Her and Her will by being involved in humanity and the process of Fate (the single name of all the gods is ‘Fate’). In fate, and in overcoming Fate, is the true Graal, for from this inspiration comes, and death is defeated. There is no fate so terrible that it cannot be overcome – whether by literal victory gained by action and in time, or the deeper victory of spirit in the lonely battle of self. Fate is the trial, the Castle Perilous in which we all meet to win or die. Therefore the People are concerned with Fate – for humanity is greater than the Gods, although not as great as the Goddess. When man triumphs, fate stops and the Gods are defeated – so you can understand the meaning of magic now. Magic and religion are aids to overcome Fate, and Fate is a cradle that rocks the infant spirit.
Now you know what witches are.
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JAPAN: Denso to produce fuel injectors and fuel injection pumps for gasoline vehicles in Guangzhou, China
Denso has announced it will begin to produce fuel injectors and fuel injection pumps for gasoline engines at the end of 2005 in its new company -- DENSO (GUANGZHOU NANSHA) Co., LTD. - established July 21, 2004 in Guangzhou, China with an initial capital investment of US$16.7 million (1.8 billion yen). Denso's investment in the new operation will total approximately US$22.2 million (2.4 billion yen).
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It’s almost that time for the weekend to kick us out of work-mode and into gaming bliss, and the Xbox Marketplace has some great games on special to take advantage of.
Amongst the specials is the shamelessly underrated Quantum Break, which is on special for R209.50, while the admittedly-not-brilliant-but-fun Homefront: The Revolution is only R99.60.
Deck 13’s gory action-RPG The Surge is also discounted to R319.60, while Killer Instinct: Definitive Edition is R199.50.
The specials end on 14 November, and are exclusive to Xbox Live Gold members.
Check out the full list of digital game specials here.


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The Sea of Cortez, also known as the Gulf of California, is a biologically rich body of water located between the Baja California peninsula and the Mexican mainland. The region is home to a wide variety of marine wildlife, including several species of whales.
The most commonly seen whales in the Sea of Cortez are the Humpback whale, Gray whale, Blue whale, and Fin whale. These whales migrate to the region during the winter months to mate, give birth, and feed. In addition to these larger whales, there are also several species of dolphins, porpoises, and smaller whales, such as the Bryde’s whale and the Pilot whale, that can be found in the Sea of Cortez.
Other notable marine wildlife in the Sea of Cortez includes several species of sea lions, sea turtles, sharks, rays, and fish. The region is also home to large colonies of seabirds, including pelicans, frigate birds, and terns.
Yesterday, I saw my first blue whale and this was epic!
“Ready for another adventure! Sailing the sea of Cortez is absolutely amazing, the landscape, the contrast between the mountain, the sea and the sky at sunset its something that charge your battery! I feel very lucky to be here at this time of the year! Yesterday, I saw my first blue whale and this was epic! Its nice to spend time on the Gallant Lady looking for Dolphins, Orcas, mobula rays, and different spaces of whales”Manuele, onboard Nautilus Gallant lady
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“What an amazing experience!! There are not words to express what this experience has been like. In the span of 24 hours I was able to swim with sea lions, jump into open water with a pod of bottlenose dolphins and see blue whales. The staff was absolutely amazing and this trip has been planned out so that every detail you can imagine is covered. Clean, ecofriendly, and safe. It is a must do at least one time in your life. This trip should be on every person’s bucket list!!!! Unbelievable! Thank you, Nautilus Adventures and Baja!”Guest Gina & Maria Langdon, onboard Nautilus Gallant Lady
Every day feels like scenery taken out of a National Geographic documentary.
“We are privileged to be able to have experienced something that 99% of human population cannot. Every day feels like a scenery taken out of a National Geographic documentary. Every moment is unforgettable just like the crew members who have been catering to all of our needs, making sure everybody is having a good time. I and my sister will leave with incredible memories such as snorkeling with the sea lions, hiking, and whale watching.”Zuzana & Eva, onboard Nautilus Gallant lady


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A small place located in Chinatown but with a huge following. You probably can't find anywhere else to have Dim Sum or Chinese snacks, while looking at people bustling away, in an area with rich heritage culture.
As usual for a Sunday, the place was packed and we had to wait for an available table. The crowd is filled with people of different nationalities (I know this is strange as it sells Dim Sum). But, i guess for a Dim Sum Restaurant (If it is considered a restaurant) with so much fanfare (and good location), it is not surprising that even the tourists go in for a taste of the old Chinese lifestyle of yum cha.
The food is still good (this is like the umpteenth time i have went there for Dim Sum) and the staff is still rather friendly and prompt (Everyone seems so busy always). I simply love the open view kitchen, where you can see the cooks bustling and preparing what could well be your food.
The must tries are the rice rolls (soft and thin) with a very nicely blended sauce, the congee (I prefer the squid one and the pork one), the fried carrot cake (so much ingredients inside), the prawn with mango rolls (always so crispy and delectable) and the siew mai (4 in a steamer and you can really taste meat unless most sold outside where there is only starch and more starch).
If you still have space for more, you can try the egg tarts, glutinous rice with chicken (Lo Mai Kai), Fried banana with prawn and the Cha Siew Suo.
Of course there are many more. Like if you take raw food and wish to try the chinese style of sashimi, you can try the Yu Sheng or Raw Fish as well.
The only issue for me? The prices have gone up a fair bit and it now easily cost around 30 bucks for 2 persons on average to have a meal.
Lastly, to wash down all that, you can get a pot of tea to go with it all and truly yum cha.
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Daniel Sancho Bronchalo, a name that has recently been making headlines, is known for his connection to the entertainment industry and a shocking incident that took place in Thailand. Here are 23 facts about this individual.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is the son of the renowned Spanish actor Rodolfo Sancho.
His family has a rich acting lineage that can be traced back to generations in Spain.
Daniel’s grandfather, actor Félix Ángel Sancho Gracia, was reportedly touted as a legend in the Spanish film industry.
He is also the son of actress Silvia Bronchalo.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is known as a YouTube Chef.
He was arrested in connection with the murder of his boyfriend, Edwin Arrieta Arteaga, a 44-year-old Colombian plastic surgeon.
Location of Incident
The gruesome incident took place on the island of Koh Phangan in Thailand.
Details of the Crime
Arteaga’s dismembered remains were found across multiple locations on the island.
Daniel has been charged with premeditated murder and concealing and removing body parts to cover up Arteaga’s death.
Daniel pleaded guilty to the murder of Arteaga.
The couple was vacationing on Koh Phangan, an island known for its “full moon parties.”
Discovery of the Crime
Daniel reported Arteaga missing shortly after human remains were discovered by trash collectors at a landfill on Koh Phangan.
Authorities confronted Daniel with incriminating evidence, leading to his confession.
Purchase Before Crime
Daniel had purchased a knife, rubber gloves, and cleaning agents shortly before the crime.
On the night of the crime, Daniel approached two women to rent a boat, even offering $1000 to buy it.
Reports suggest that Daniel was in a controlling relationship with Arteaga, who was allegedly obsessed with him.
Daniel is currently being held in a prison on the island of Koh Samui as investigations continue.
Following the incident, Sancho’s family released a statement pleading for privacy during this challenging time.
The exact motive behind the alleged murder remains unclear.
The incident has shocked many, given Daniel’s connection to a prominent family in the Spanish entertainment industry.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo is 29 years old.
Previous Public Image
Before this incident, Daniel was largely unknown to the broader public, despite his family’s prominence.
As investigations continue, the world awaits further developments in this shocking case.
Daniel Sancho Bronchalo’s life has taken a dramatic turn with recent events. While he hails from a family with a rich legacy in the Spanish entertainment world, his actions in Thailand have cast a shadow over his past. As the story unfolds, many are left grappling with the complexities of human behavior and the factors that drive individuals to commit heinous acts.


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Kendall Jenner did what any any normal person would do after a big night out: She made a late night stop for fast food with her friends. The supermodel did a quick change after the British Fashion Awards, slipping out of her totally sheer sequin gown and into a cool leather look. Then, she headed straight to McDonald's to have the ideal nightcap, which likely consisted of french fries and burgers.
Jenner was photographed at a local McDonald's in Oxford, England with her friend and model agent Ashleah Gonzales and a bodyguard. The supermodel was all smiles while placing her order at the counter, and looked pretty excited to get her meal. (Can you blame her?)
"McMission Accomplished," Gonzales wrote on Instagram with photos of the duo ordering their food.
Never one to disappoint with her off-duty style, Jenner rocked a printed turtleneck, light wash jeans, pointed cowboy boots, and a sweeping FRAME for FWRD black leather coat for the outing. She left her stunning gold Ofira Jewelz box hoops on from the night's festivities.
Kendall's street style look is a stark contrast to the head-turning gold Julien Macdonald gown she wore to the prestigious awards earlier in the night. The Keeping Up with the Kardashians star donned a gold sequin gown by MacDonald which left little to the imagination. The sheer dress featured a thigh-high slit and open back, and Jenner wore nothing underneath but nude underwear.
"Ohhh! Hi guys, it's Kendall. We're here, killin' sh*t," Jenner said in a selfie video posted on the British Fashion Council's Instagram story as she entered the event.
Gonzales attended the award ceremony with Jenner and shared behind-the-scenes videos of the model for photographers on the star-studded red carpet.

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Jim Lee Batman 2006
Question: Is that a self-portrait of Jim Lee there by the boot?
Jim Lee and Frank Miller
Batman and Robin #1, 2, 3 and 4
DC Comics 2005-2006
Art by Jim Lee, Story by Frank Miller, inks by Scott Williams, colors by Alex Sinclair
"You want fries with that?"
Dynamic artwork depicting swinging figures and extreme human expression are the highlights of the illustration work for Jim Lee's and Frank Miller's relatively light take on the origin of Robin and his meeting with Batman. There have been four issues thus far and Miller is taking his time to spread out the tale - e.g., in issue one Dick Grayson and Batman hop into the Batmobile and head for the Batcave, in issue four they finally arrive. Side stories concerning Vicki Vale (who is hurt in issue one and is still suffering in issue four) and Black Canary (who beats a bar-full of toughs into bloody submission) fill out this origin story of the beginning of the dynamic duo.
Nicely rendered backgrounds are treated almost like movie-matte shots, with the figures brought into foreground, often intense close-ups telegraphing the human emotions at play.
The story features the kind of storytelling where heightened superhuman action hammers home the superhuman plot. Within the confines of the convention, both Miller's story and Lee's artwork are quite well-done, but neither seem innovative in this series, aside from the glacier progression of the plot. Considering the ossification of the Batman origin mythology, retold relentlessly since 1939, maybe Miller's approach is the one real innovation possible.
Miller's tale has the actual demise of Dick Grayson's parents by being gunfire versus acid on the ropes of the original 1940 tale. Also, Miller casts Vicki Vale as a self-absorbed thrill-seeker with a penchant for promenading in her lingerie, but with a toughness that comes into play as a maternal protector when the bereaved Dick Grayson is abducted by corrupt police. Miller employs repeating phrases - - Robin saying "they're always there for me" as a way to emphasis the break that comes with that phrase is no longer true. The technique is repeated with Vicki Vale saying "I'm having a date with Bruce Wayne" to show her excitement at achieving an obsessional social climb. It's a simple way to underline the stories plot points that is effective.
Jim Lee uses a lot of shadow to depict the world of Bruce Wayne, and figure anatomy is a major point of the story, expressing the character's emotional state and power, even Vicki Vale who is shown as cheesecake with ambition and heart. Facial work is not as detail oriented, and a certain formula comes through in head shapes. But the boyishness of Dick Grayson is expertly shown, and goes a great deal toward pressing home the tragedy of becoming an orphan, an obvious echoed reflection of Miller's Batman/Bruce Wayne.
The colors by Alex Sinclair are very well done. Note how he uses a blue shade for highlights on the injured, going into shock Vicki Vale on the page from issue two shown below.
Miller and Lee update the original Black Canary character, a bargirl working in a sleezy leering factory of booze (incidentally, a bar called the "black Canary") that ends in rage and broken body parts (will Lee and Miller bring in the florist shop from the original Black Canary tales? I don't know).
A particular element of many Miller tales is the volcano explosion of rage by the put-upon heroes. A certain moral point is hammered home (figuratively and litterly) when Black Canary force feeds an aggresive bar patron his wedding ring, a comeuppance for having crudely whispered in her ear. By comparison he is let off easy, though, as his partner in lechery has a major amount of bridgework from his mouth removed in a single violent kick (the results of groping the hero/barmaid/victim).
At present this is an open-ended series.
DC Comics has a page on the series .
[Click on the images below for enlargements.]
Written by Erik Weems ©2005-2006
Artwork is by Jim Lee, Copyright DC Comics

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Greetings everyone and thanks again for your continued support of your local newspaper. For those who follow the paper from abroad, I thank you as well. I hope all of you are well and enjoying your gardens. The Go Local, Grow Local initiative this year is developing so fast.
This week I will cover some crop tips as well as tool tips.
Garden tools and care
One question that comes up every year is “why does my wheelbarrow tire keep going flat?” Wheelbarrow tires are designed to carry a lot of weight and last a long time. To make your tires last, follow these simple tips:
Make sure your tire is properly inflated. If you put too much air in and carry a heavy load, sharp rocks can cause leaks. If they are underinflated, you can wear the sidewalls which can cause them to fail.
Make sure you get the right wheelbarrow for your jobs. A small wheelbarrow is meant to carry 50 pounds or less.
If you are hauling concrete block or mixing concrete, use a large model with a higher weight limit.
Garden carts have the same basic rules as above. Tires for garden carts can also be filled with a product called Never Flat which is a liquid-expanding foam for garden tires.
Shovels: Steel flat shovels are great for scooping gravel. These are not the same as the wide aluminum shovels meant for moving compost. To get the best use, make sure the leading edge remains even without bends or gouges. Small imperfections from normal wear can be filed down.
Round spades are for digging. There are heavy duty types and light duty types of spades. Heavy duty spades are for deep digging and heavy compact soils. Light duty spades are for digging in loose soil such as a filled bed. Spades should have an even leading edge but not sharp like a knife. A multipurpose file will work for your shovels care.
Steel tine leaf rakes are for taking piles and clearing road gutters. Plastic tine rakes are for picking up piles and removing suspended thatch and pine cones.
All manual tools will need handle maintenance- wash your tools after use and drip dry, make sure set screws are put in the case that come with the tool.
On a side note, always call before you dig. You will want to locate all water, sewer, storm water, fiber optic and propane tank lines. A single break can cost hundreds and thousands of thousands dollars, not to mention injury to yourself from energized utility lines of different types. Call 811 and they can guide you further. Also, if doing more than gardening work, a dig permit from the tribe as well as an on-site monitor may be required. The Cultural Preservation Office can guide you as to what is needed.
Annual garden plants
Tomatoes: By now your plants should be 12 to 18 inches high and ready for cages. In the next week, flower buds should form and bloom in clusters in the lower half of the plant. Prune branches that are touching the ground but not all the way back. Cut at leafing intersections with a vertical angled cut with scissors or bypass pruners.
Pepper Plants: Pepper plants should be blooming now, about 8 inches high. Peppers are semi woody so they grow slower. You can opt to use cages but they are not needed.
Melon: Melon plants should be sprouting anchor shoots and have their first sets of blooms.
Squashes: Squash plants should be well on their way to their first harvest. Zucchini should be ready for a first harvest in about 10 days, followed by yellow squash. Other varieties will need more time.
Lettuce: Most greens should be ready to harvest if your seed date is past 30 days. This will be your baby green harvest. Do not pull the plant out, instead, cut 1/3 of the greens off so they continue to grow. Head lettuce should be ready in about 16 days. If you see what looks like white butterflies beginning to show up, cover your head lettuce and cabbage with light netting or screen materials. These are moths and they lay eggs in head green crops. The larvae eat the plant and leave nasty poo pouches behind.
Radishes: Radishes will be ready to harvest when you can see the tops of the red or white bulb emerge from the soil between now and the first week of July.

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Kabutopsian, I would like to make a breeding request.
Pokemon Name: Growlithe (male please)
Ability: Flash Fire
IV Spread: Flawless would be lovely, but Special Attack is not a priority. Whichever is easier!
Hatch Location: Doesn't matter
Are you able to breed it with the egg move Close Combat? I really need that move for this particular Pokemon. If not, I can try to get a proper parent and lend it to you.
I'm not sure what you would like in exchange, but please check my thread (link in signature). I don't know if you are accepting DW females yet, but I would be happy to offer several of those or anything else in my thread if you can clone. Thank you!
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Ah, the Terms of Service agreement. The lengthy agreements we all click though without a second thought before using a new app, software, or website. Although most of us do not have 250 hours a year to devote to reading these agreements, they contain important terms that have an impact on your use of the service. As website agreement attorneys, we see this on a daily basis.
Kickstarter, the donation-based crowdfunding platform, recently made an important change to its Terms of Service. Specifically, Kickstarter attempted to address the problem of project creators failing to follow through with the project that backers supported. Kickstarter did not mince words in its new Terms of Service, stating:
The creator is solely responsible for fulfilling the promises made in their project. If they’re unable to satisfy the terms of this agreement, they may be subject to legal action by backers.
Kickstarter also provided alternate ways a creator could fulfill its obligations to its backers, including posting an update as to what work has been done, how the funds were used, and what is preventing them from completing the project as planned.
Kickstarter’s new Terms of Service are effective October 19, 2014 and can be reviewed in total here.
So, Can Backers Now Sue a Project Creator?
Well, backers probably could have sued a project creator that made promises that were not fulfilled before the new Terms of Service. In fact, it has happened before.
But, the new Terms of Service clarify the mutual understanding of the parties. The project creator is under a clear obligation to complete the project and he/she is on notice that legal liability may attach if the project is not completed. However, the lawsuit would still be based on traditional legal grounds of a breach of contract, fraud, or equitable principles.
Does Kickstarter Have any Liability?
According to the Terms of Service, no. Kickstarter disclaims any liability and states it does not oversee the performance of any projects. Kickstarter advises users that their use of the platform is at their own risk.
And that is likely the most useful statement of all. Donating to a Kickstarter project with the promise of receiving an award is a risky proposition. The creator may not live up to expectations and the hassle of a lawsuit may not be worth the limited investment into the project. Study the project, ask questions, and back wisely.
If you are creating a project, however, this should be a clear message: do not make promises you cannot keep. With Kickstarter’s new Terms of Service, starting a project and fraudulently accepting donations may expose creators to real liability.


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PARATY, Brazil — First came the roar of the drums and trumpets bouncing down the stone-lined streets. Then the silhouettes of the paper mache dragon, skeleton and wizard danced above the crowd.
The cries of the beer and soft-drink vendors grew louder, and confetti started flying. Fireworks lit the sky around midnight. It was that time of year again. The first night of Carnaval, the annual five-day party celebrated around the world, had begun in the tiny Brazilian town of Paraty.
While Rio de Janeiro and other big cities claim more famous parties, most people in this country of 184 million celebrate Brazil's annual orgy of music and sequins in small towns such as Paraty. And it's here that the festival's historic, homegrown roots live on.
This year Carnaval runs from Friday, Feb. 1, to Tuesday, Feb. 5. It's timed every year to end 40 days before Easter.
If last year is any indication, tens of thousands of revelers will choose to party in Paraty and similar towns all over Brazil. They'll find a Carnaval celebration without the soaring prices for hotels and parade tickets or the rampant crime in Brazil's bigger cities.
Carnaval in this town of 25,000 residents about 150 miles southwest of Rio is quainter and more folkloric than those in Rio and the northeastern Brazilian cities of Recife and Salvador, all famous for their massive, pricey celebrations.
Last year, more than 50,000 visitors, a near-record number, were celebrating Carnaval. Among them were Americans, Europeans and big-city Brazilians on their yearly jaunt to the Green Coast, the stretch of pristine shoreline surrounding the town.
Paraty prospered during the 17th century as gold from inland Brazil left its ports for Europe. Although the town had benefited from a boom in coffee cultivation during the 19th century, the rest of Brazil forgot about it for decades. That left it untouched by the kind of faceless development that's ruined countless Brazilian towns.
Tourists finally discovered Paraty after a major highway opened nearby in the 1970s.
With a historic center replete with beautifully preserved, whitewashed churches and houses, Paraty retains the feel of the wealthy, colonial town it once was. The prohibition of car traffic in the historic center adds to its charm.
Last year, as the sun set on the first night of Carnaval, big-city nerves relax and submit to the lulling rhythms of small-town Brazilian life.
The samba drums soon started their roar, however, and the 18th century streets filled with revelers. The celebration had begun, and it was more high-school production than Las Vegas spectacle, and, as many in town said, the celebration was more in tune with Brazil's rural roots.
Instead of corporate-sponsored parades and spectator boxes costing thousands of dollars a night, Paraty's Carnaval is a community affair.
The hit of the first night last year was a local arts group called the Marvels of the Hills, which had kicked off Carnaval with its grotesque, giant puppets for three decades.
The Santa Cecilia brass-and-drums band provided the soundtrack, while a giant green dragon rhythmically snapped its jaws, a buxom, 8-foot-tall paper mache lady danced a duet with a skeleton, and children darted among the crowd spraying each other with silly string.
Townspeople gleefully mixed with tourists in the wake of the samba bands. Parents carried sleeping children as they danced. Everyone forgot themselves for a few hours and gave in to the sensory overload that's a Carnaval hallmark, even in small towns such as Paraty.
The next afternoon, the crowds returned, this time on nearby Jabaquara Beach, for what many consider the highlight of Paraty's Carnaval.
Every year for the past two decades, thousands of people have gathered on Carnaval Saturday to cover themselves in thick, gray mud from the warm water off Jabaquara Beach. They dance themselves into a stupor and then march toward town in a column stretching for miles.
A handful of friends started the tradition after spontaneously parading through town covered in the mud, which locals have long claimed has therapeutic powers. Last year, a sound truck led the massive crowd down the beach, blasting what's known as the Mud Block's theme song, a gallop of bongo beats under the chant "Ooga booga ha ha!" repeated at deafening volume by the crowd.
It may not be everyone's cup of tea, but something about the mass messiness of the muddy ritual is hard to resist.
Those with more refined tastes have other options in Paraty.
The town is a center of arts and literature and as cosmopolitan as any place in Brazil. Set between Rio de Janeiro and Sao Paulo, Brazil's two largest cities, Paraty has gathered in one place the best of both cities' restaurants, art galleries and cultural festivals. More than 300 inns cater to visitors.
Paraty's also known worldwide for its annual literary festival, which has drawn Nobel Prize-winning writers such as Toni Morrison and J.M. Coetzee.
Surrounded by warm, emerald green waters and islands dotted with palm trees, many come to Paraty to swim, boat and hike the Gold Road on which tons of gold made its way through rainforests to town for centuries.
The recipe is a good one. Dance and frolic or just tap your toes to samba at night. Splash in the Atlantic's warm waters during the day. All the while, glimpse a Brazil that's about creativity and community rather than poverty and violence.
HOW TO GET THERE
Paraty is best reached by buses that leave every few hours from Rio de Janeiro or Sao Paulo. From Rio, the fare is about $25, and the trip takes about four hours. From Sao Paulo, the fare is about $20, and the trip takes six hours.
Lodging is abundant in and around town. Many hotels are in converted, centuries-old houses in the historic center, although new inns are setting up in the rest of town. During Carnaval, most hotels will only sell rooms in five-night pages running from Feb. 1-6.
The Estalagem Colonial is a beautifully preserved, two-story house near the main plaza and charges from $860 to $1030 for a five-night package through Carnaval. IN the weeks before and after Carnaval, rooms with private bathrooms cost about $90 a might, and rooms with shared bathrooms cost about $60. Rua da Matriz 9. From the United States, dial (011-55) 24-3371-1626.
The Pousada Arte Colonial is in the thick of the action right off the main plaza. Five-day packages during Carnaval run from $1200 to $1430. In the off-season, rooms cost $80 a night during the week and $100 on the weekends. In peak season, rooms run from $85 to $105. Rua da Matriz 292. (011-55) 24-3371-7347.
One of the nicest places in town is the Pousada do Ouro, set a block from the ocean. Reservations during Carnaval are limited to five-day packages costing $1090 for a basic room to $1710 for a deluxe suite. In the weeks before and after Carnaval, rooms range from $130 to $210 a night. Rua Dr. Pereira 145. (011-55) 24-3371-1378.
The town is full of great restaurants offering everything from sushi to pastas to local cuisine. Two great spots: Kyoto Sushi, at Rua Marechal Deodoro and Rua Joao Luiz do Rosario, and Che Bar, Rua Marechal Deodoro 241, a joint dedicated to Argentine revolutionary Ernesto Guevara with couches in front that offered a great spot to watch samba bands march by.


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Whitney Houston was in full, glorious Whitney Houston mode in Washington two years ago at the 2010 BET Honors. As an honoree, she wasn’t singing — but managed to steal the show anyway, squealing and weeping and trembling as Kim Burrell paid tribute by singing an old Whitney hit. In an emotional acceptance speech Houston gushed over Burrell but said not a word about Jennifer Hudson, who also sang — which, of course, had everyone whispering about a diva battle, but it turned out the junior and senior diva had had a warm hugfest backstage.
Read more from the original stories: Whitney Houston at BET Honors, 1/18/10
See full Washington Post coverage of Whitney Houston’s death. (more...)
From pop music queen to erratic star, Whitney Houston dies on eve of Grammys (AP: A year ago, Whitney Houston’s performance at Clive Davis’s annual bash was “yet another troubling display of erratic behavior from the superstar, and a foreshadowing perhaps of what was to come. Though she looked spectacular, her once-stunning voice sounded frayed and hoarse. She didn’t seem to follow the rehearsed plan and looked out of sorts at times.”)
“Fame is a very curious game. Perfect strangers call you by name. I don’t know what transpires from making a record to ‘I know you.’”
— Whitney Houston in a 1996 profile by The Washington Post’s Robin Givhan.
Click Track: The legacy of Whitney Houston (“Her dazzling vocal abilities changed the way we think about singing,” writes Chris Richards. “It’s nearly impossible to imagine what Mariah Carey, Christina Aguilera, Boyz II Men, Mary J. Blige, Beyonce — let alone “American Idol” — would sound like without Houston’s imprint.”)
She the People: Whitney Houston, I will always love you (“For my generation, Houston helped define the innocence of our youth — and then unveiled the sometimes ugly truth of celebrities when the music is no longer playing,” writes Nikita Stewart. “‘Crack is wack’ and ‘hell to the naw’ overshadowed ‘I Will Always Love You’ and ‘The Greatest Love of All.’”)
AP: Bobby Brown emotional on stage after Houston’s death. (“I love you Whitney,” he told a Mississippi audience Saturday night. “The hardest thing for me to do is to come on this stage.”)


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Galactic Civilizations was widely respected in the industry as a sharp, in-depth turn-based strategy game that refreshed the genre and gave PC gamers something to get excited about,said Don McFatridge, President of Strategy First Inc. It was only natural for us to bring more of the Galactic Civilizations adventure to the fans as soon as we could.
To jump into Altarian Prophecy players must have the original Galactic Civilizations with all current update patches installed. Galactic Civilizations: Altarian Prophecy will introduce a variety of new features and content to the game including two new alien civilizations: the Korx and the Drath, and an all-new campaign called the Altarian Prophecy. Other highlights include 10 built-in scenarios, 10 custom maps and 4 new unique ships. New map, campaign and scenario editors will allow players to design their own galaxies, build their own campaigns and oversee specific game settings.
Galactic Civilizations is a space-based strategy game in which the player becomes the leader of the human civilization at the dawn of the 23rd century where 6 major civilizations are in a heated race to colonize, conquer, and dominate the galaxy using whatever means necessary. The game was originally released in March 2003 and won a host of awards including Computer Games Magazines Editors Choice Award, Games Domains Top Game Award, Wargamers Readers Choice Award 2003 and GameSpys Turn-Based Strategy Game of the Year 2003 Award.

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Protected bike lanes are now officially federal policy
- on May 22, 2015
After two years of research into numerous modern protected bike lanes around the country, the Federal Highway Administration has released a new Separated Bike Lane Planning and Design Guide.
A “separated bike lane” (sometimes referred to as a “cycle track” or “protected bike lane”) is a portion of a roadway that physically separates people riding bicycles from people driving motor vehicles. The physical separation can be achieved with parked cars, curbs plastic posts or planters.
The number of protected bike lanes has nearly quadrupled in the U.S. since 2010. Between 1874 and 2011, only 78 of these facilities were built nationwide. Today, 196 protected lanes are on the ground in 60 cities and 28 states across the country.
"Many potential cyclists (including children and the elderly) may avoid on-street cycling if no physical separation from vehicular traffic is provided," the FHWA document says, citing last year's study by the National Institute for Transportation and Communities.
Protected bike lanes are an important tool for building safe, comfortable, and connected networks of bicycle infrastructure that meet the needs of people of all ages and abilities.


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Hannah wins 2011 Australian national Champs:Results
Mick Hannah takes the win in the 2011 Specialized Australian Mountain Bike Championships in Eagle Park, Adelaide. Mick Hannah sealed the win with a 2:02.36, two seconds up on second place Josh Button, with flying Bryn Atkinson in 3rd. Must have been close with 2nd, 3rd and 4th all on the same second. Reigning champ […]
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It was a tense affair in the midweek match against Bolton in the FA Cup but Brendan Rodgers and Liverpool were able to pull it out after goals from Raheem Starling and Philippe Coutinho. They now meet a struggling Everton side in the Merseyside Derby this Saturday.
The Reds will be looking to keep up a three game winning streak in the Premier League that epitomizes the massive turnaround the team as a whole has had compared to the struggles they had earlier in the season
One of Rodgers’ biggest concerns is whether Steven Gerrard should play or not, with this match being likely his last against Everton. He played the entire match during the week so Rodgers could decide to rest the captain, but it wouldn’t surprise anyone if he does not make at least a substitute appearance for a match as big as this one.
Against Bolton, Simon Mignolet was not able to save the penalty but was untested the rest of the match. This weekend, he will be facing a much more fearsome attack that has scored only two less goals (33 for Liverpool, 31 for Everton) than the Reds.
He will have to be on his toes for the entire match since the Toffees do take a lot of shots from outside the penalty box that could surprise Mignolet.
Emre Can proved his quality with a perfectly weighted pass for Raheem Sterling’s goal and he truly looks like a Liverpool players for years to come. Martin Skrtel unfortunately gave away the penalty that gave Bolton the lead but was solid during the rest of the match.
As usual, Mamadou Sakho did his job efficiently and effectively and he looks like a completely different player from the one who left the team facilities after being left out of the squad for the last Derby. All three center backs will have to work together to deal with the tough duo of Romelu Lukaku and Steven Naismith.
Lazar Markovic was not involved against Bolton since most of the Liverpool attack was through the middle but he will have a tough job on his hands this week.
He will have to help Can cover Everton’s assist leader in Leighton Baines. Covering Baines should be Markovic’s priority but he should still look for opportunities to attack the Toffees’ defense.
Jordan Henderson’s energy instantly made the team better when he came on in the second half. He and Lucas Leiva will have to work together since they are likely to be outnumbered in the midfield where Everton starts five players.
Alberto Moreno was the more involved winger against Bolton but wasn’t able to influence the match in a big way. This weekend, he will also have to keep in mind his defensive responsibilities since Seamus Coleman also likes to attack.
This could be the first weekend where Rodgers is able to debut his most dangerous front line where Raheem Sterling, Daniel Sturridge and Philippe Coutinho all start. Sterling showed his finishing ability with a cool, low shot to tie up the game.
Sturridge came on in the second half but was not able to replicate the magic like he did against West Ham. Last but by far not the least, Coutinho won the match for the Reds with a tremendous shot in the 91′ minute which was the highlight in a performance where he was the squad’s best player. Against Everton, they should be able to break down a defense that has conceded 34 goals this season.
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For sentimental reasons, lets have another lineup where Gerrard starts.
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Work continues at Ralph Wilson Stadium, but it appears all but certain the Buffalo Bills won't be able to host their scheduled game there against the New York Jets at 1 p.m. Sunday.
Bills Vice President of Communications Scott Berchtold said in an email to The Buffalo News this afternoon that stadium operations personnel are continuing work at the stadium using the team's own equipment.
Berchtold stressed that the team is asking potential shovelers to obey the driving bans in Orchard Park and surrounding communities and not come to the stadium until they are lifted. He also confirmed that the team continues to update the NFL on conditions at the stadium.
Meanwhile, The News has confirmed the league is exploring contingencies, including the game being moved to a different location.
---News Sports Reporter Vic Carucci contributed to this report.
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Priyanka Chopra and Salman Khan are reuniting after a decade. The duo will star in Bharat, the highly anticipated film is being directed by Ali Abbas Zafar. The announcement has left the fans of the two to go gaga, leaving them excited to watch them on screen. The duo starred together last in Salaam-e -Ishq. The film is an adaptation of South Korean film – An Ode to my Father.
“That film came to me from Salman himself. He gave me the film and said he really likes it and asked me to watch it. I saw it and really liked it. (But) You can’t make the film exactly how it is in the original. The socio-political scenario affects your story and the character. But I liked the basic crux of the film.” said Ali. This is the third film of Salman and Ali, as their last two films were smashing hit at the box-office.


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This article was co-authored by Michael R. Lewis. Michael R. Lewis is a retired corporate executive, entrepreneur, and investment advisor in Texas. He has over 40 years of experience in business and finance, including as a Vice President for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. He has a BBA in Industrial Management from the University of Texas at Austin.
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There are several components that are used to compute interest on your car loan. You need to know the principal amount owed, the term of the loan, and the interest rate. Most car loans use an amortization schedule to calculate interest. The formula to compute amortization is complicated, even with a calculator. Car buyers can find amortization calculators on the web. If your car loan uses simple interest, you can use the calculator to determine your monthly payment amount.
Defining Car Loan Terms
1Understand the amount you are borrowing. The amount you borrow is referred to as the principal amount. Your principal amount has several components. X Research source
- The formula for the principal amount of your car loan is (Purchase price) – (rebates) – (cash down payment) – (trade in value). A car purchase will also include fees and sales tax. Those two amounts are typically included in the principal amount.
- A rebate is a fixed amount of money paid to the buyer for the purchase of a particular vehicle. Rebates serve as an incentive to make the purchase. In most cases, the purchaser uses the rebate to reduce the principal amount of the loan. X Research source
- A cash down payment is paid by the purchaser. You may also trade in a vehicle- usually the car you are replacing. A trade in is something you sell as partial payment for something new. In this case, the value of the car you trade in reduces the purchase price on the new vehicle. X Research source
- Assume you’re buying a car for $20,000. The manufacturer provides a $2,000 rebate. You pay $3,000 as a down payment, and trade in a car valued at $5,000. The principal amount of your loan is $20,000 - $2,000 - $3,000 - $5,000, or $10,000.
2Determine the term of your loan. The loan term is the period of time that the loan will be outstanding. Most new car loans have a term of six years. The longer the term, the more interest you will pay on the principal balance.Advertisement
3Compute the interest owed on the loan. The interest rate will be stated in your loan agreement. For car loans, the interest rate is commonly referred to as the Annual Percentage Rate, or APR. Your interest rate multiplied by the outstanding principal amount is the interest you owe for a particular period of time.
- Assume that your principal amount is $10,000. Your annual interest rate is 6%. You want to calculate the interest you owe for the month.
- Your interest rate for one month, also known as your monthly interest rate, is (6%/12 = 0.5%).
Computing Your Total Interest Using an Online Calculator
1Use an amortization calculator. The formula for amortizing a loan is complex. The math required is difficult to perform manually.
- When a loan is amortized, the borrower makes a fixed loan payment, usually monthly. That payment includes both repayment of principal and interest owed on the debt.
- As time goes on, each fixed loan payment includes a larger portion of principal repayment, and a smaller portion of interest.
- There are many amortization calculators on the Internet allow you to input a principal amount, loan term and interest rate. The calculator can provide the monthly payment, based on the criteria you input. Try searching online for "car loan calculator" to find one.
2Input your assumptions. Assume that your loan’s principal amount is $10,000. The term of your loan is 6 years, and the interest rate on your loan is 6%. Input those amounts into the loan calculator.
3Consider the amortization schedule that is produced. The schedule produces a monthly payment amount of $163.74. That schedule includes $50 of interest in the first monthly payment. The interest portion of each payment declines over time. For example, the interest portion in the 24th month’s payment is $35.93.
4Find your total interest on the loan. The amortization schedule calculates total interest owed of $1932.48 over the life of the loan. If you want to reduce the total interest, you can choose another loan structure with a shorter term, maybe 3 years. You can also make larger monthly payments. The larger payments will reduce your principal faster- which will also reduce your interest paid on the loan.
Computing Total Interest Using The Simple Interest Formula
1Understand how to calculate total interest. The vast majority of car loans use simple interest. In order to calculate the amount of simple interest you will pay, you’ll first have to calculate your monthly payment using this formula:  X Research source
- "M" represents your monthly payment. This is what the formula will be calculating.
- "P" represents your principal. As previously discussed, this is what you will pay for your car after rebates, trade-ins, and your down payment.
- "n" represents the total number of monthly payments over the life of the loan. So, if you have a standard, 6-year loan, this would be 6 six years * 12 months per year, or 72.
i" represents your monthly interest rate. This is your stated interest rate, usually listed as your APR, divided by 12. So, if your stated interest rate is 6%, your monthly interest rate would be 6%/12, or 0.5%.
- For the purpose of calculation, this number will have to be represented as a decimal instead of as a percentage. To get this number, simply divide your monthly percent interest by 100. In the example, this would be 0.5%/100, or 0.005.
2Input your variables into the equation. Even if you don't already have concrete terms for your loan, you can use estimates here and get a good idea of what various different loans would cost you.
- For example, we can use the terms discussed previously. That is, a loan with $10,000 principal, 6% APR (interest), over 6 years.
- Our inputs would then be 10,000 for "P," 0.005 (the monthly interest rate, expressed as a decimal) for "i," and 72 (6 years x 12 months per year) for "n."
- Our example equation would now look as follows:
3Simplify your equation. From here, you'll simply to have solve your completed equation in the proper order.
- Start by solving the parts within the parentheses. In this case, this just means adding the 1 to the 0.005 in both places. Your simplified equation should now look like this:
4Solve the exponents. Next, you'll have to raise the parts in the parentheses to the power of "n" (72 in this case). This is done on a calculator by typing in the value within parentheses (1.005 in this case) first and then pressing the exponents button, usually denoted as "x^y". You can also type this calculation into Google and it will solve it for you.
- In our example, we raise 1.005^72 and get 1.432. Our equation now looks as follows:
5Simplify again. This time, you'll need to simplify the top and bottom parts of the fraction, also called the numerator and denominator, respectively. To simplify, multiply the parts on top and subtract on the bottom.
- After these calculations, our example equation will look as follows:
6Solve the fraction. Divide the numerator by the denominator. The result is the number that will be multiplied by your principal to determine your monthly payments.
- After this calculation, our sample equation will simply be
7Calculate your monthly payment. Multiply the final two terms in your equation to find your monthly payment. In this case, the monthly payment is $10,000*0.0166, or $166/month.
- Keep in mind that this number will vary slightly due to rounding during the calculation process.
8Calculate your total interest paid. This is done by subtracting your principal from the total value of your payments. To get your total value of payments, multiply your number of payments, "n," by the value of your monthly payment, "m." Then, subtract your principal, "P," from this number. The result is your total interest paid on your car loan.
- In our example, this would be calculated as 72("n") * $166("M")=$11,952 - $10,000 ('P")= $1,952. So, total interest paid on this loan would be $1,952, which accounts for nearly one-fifth of the value of the loan.
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The easiest way to calculate total interest paid on a car loan is by using an online amortization calculator. Input the principal amount of the loan, the period of the loan in months or years, and the interest rate of the loan. The calculator will tell you the average monthly payment and calculate the total interest paid over the term of the loan. If you want to decrease the amount of interest you will pay, try getting a shorter loan period or making larger payments on the loan. For tips on calculating the total interest by using the simple interest formula, read on!

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Dave Grohl took time out of the Foo Fighters world tour on May 12 to headline a benefit concert for the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital. And he was accompanied by some special guests for some of his songs.
The benefit concert for the UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital consisted of Grohl performing an acoustic set of some of the Foo Fighters’ favourite songs. Some of the songs he performed were My Hero, Everlong, Learn To Fly and many more. After performing some pieces of his own act, he brought out one of his daughters to perform with him.
Grohl’s 12-year-old daughter, Violet, joined her father on stage to perform a rendition of When We Were Young by Adele. Before Grohl began playing the cover duet he told the audience a story about his daughter. “I remember her saying, ‘Dad, you’re not even the best singer in the family,’” Grohl recounted. “And she’s right!”
After fans have seen this video online they can’t stop talking about how talented Violet is. YouTube user “LeAvE it to WeAvEr” commented, “Omg Dave! You’re in for it because that girl had GOT IT. She’s amazing!” And YouTube user Carrie Alexander commented, “She was a very good but my favourite part was watching Dave’s face when she hit some of those notes. What a huge pride-filled smile!”
Yet that wasn’t the only surprise that Grohl had for the audience on May 12. He ended up also bringing out his 9-year-old daughter, Harper, for a couple of songs. Violet and Harper sang the Foo Fighters’ song The Sky Is A Neighborhood with their father. Then Harper jumped on the drums and left the singing to Violet and her father for a cover of We Will Rock You by Queen.
Just like with the cover Violet and her father did, fans flocked to boast their opinions on the three of them together. A YouTube user commented on this fan-recorded video, saying, “Cannot wait to see what happens in the future, these girls are going to be amazing, I hope they stick with rock.” And YouTube user “Dagzilla brofist” commented, “I hope one day these two young Grohl’s start a band and play music like their dad.”
This wasn’t the only time that Harper has been brought out to perform with her father. Back in 2017, she came out to play the drums during a Foo Fighters Concert in Greece. Once again she performed the drums for a cover of Queen’s We Will Rock You and she rocked it just as much as she did this year.
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4 cl Grappa Nonino Monovitigno® Moscato 4 fresh grapes 4 slices of lime 1,5 cl sugar syrup*/honey syrup**
* pure sugar syrup: mix a part of boiling water with a part of fruit sugar. ** honey syrup: mix a part of boiling water with a part of honey. In a pre-cooled glass put the lime and the grapes. Mash with a pestle, fill the glass with ground ice and pour all the ingredients inside. Stir with care. Decorate with a slice of lime and grapes.


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I recently wrote about the potential for insect proteins to shape human and animal diets. Despite decades of research and hype, insects have not become a mainstream food in westernised cultures. Many factors are responsible for the current state of the industry and a combination of economic, political, and social issues will need to be addressed for it to truly scale. But I’m interested in one particular aspect of this story, because it appears as a continual thread in nearly every source I’ve read on the subject. That’s the deep aversion of many people to the very idea of insects as a foodstuff – basically, disgust.
Disgust serves an important evolutionary function, but it’s also culturally specific
The concept of disgust is closely linked to neophobia – the fear of new things – in this case the introduction of an unfamiliar food. This is the ‘omnivore’s dilemma’. In the search for varied food sources, we have to try new things while maintaining a healthy scepticism in case those new foods happen to be dangerous. Disgust is the emotion accompanying the suspicion that a food could be harmful. The repulsion we feel literally causes us to turn away from – to reject – something that might be poisonous.
While the emotion of disgust has an evolutionary function, it is also socially and culturally specific, tied to beliefs, values, and economic conditions. Indeed, humans have developed the concept of ‘cuisine’ to mediate the process of food selection, and thereby overcome the omnivore’s dilemma to a considerable extent. By selecting and defining what items found in nature are edible, along with how they can be transformed (e.g. through cooking) and the associated rules of etiquette for their consumption, we’ve developed a very sophisticated model for helping to ensure we don’t eat things that can harm us.
Aversion to insects doesn’t have to be permanent
As a result, what we find to be disgusting can vary considerably between groups of people and between individuals. Disgust can be deeply engrained, but aversion to particular foods does not have to be permanent.
I ate my first cricket when I went to Thailand as a graduate student. Over the summer I spent doing research there, I came to enjoy a wide variety of foods that I wouldn’t have otherwise eaten, a great many insects included. I’ve always been a fairly adventurous eater. Insects initially seemed strange, and initially unappealing, but I came around. By the end of that summer, insects had become one of my favourite street foods. Still, I couldn’t get my head around eating durian. The smell of sewage emanating from the so-called ‘king’ of fruits was just too repulsive despite the enthusiasm of a few of my Thai friends for it.
The disgust that some people feel towards eating insects probably has very little to do with its evolutionary role in protecting us from eating something potentially dangerous. Instead, insect-aversion is more likely to be culturally derived. Afterall, about 2 billion people, approximately 30% of the world’s population, consume some 2,000 different insect species as part of their traditional diet.
To appreciate the issue of cultural ‘acclimatisation’ to different foods, insects are often compared to lobster. In the 1800s, lobster was believed to be such a poor food that it was considered cruel and unusual punishment to feed it to inmates in colonial American prisons… ‘Like making people eat rats’ to use David Foster Wallace’s evocative language in his seminal essay ‘Consider the Lobster’.
Today lobster is one of the most expensive items on any restaurant menu. Quite a rise for a giant sea-insect. So it’s not impossible to imagine that one day insects will take pride of place on western dining tables. Afterall, lobsters are consumed with abandon these days.
Familiarity breeds acceptance
Alternative proteins have received a lot of attention lately with concern rising amongst consumers and the general public about the impacts of livestock production and associated meat consumption, including health-related problems as well as climate change and biodiversity loss. But alternative proteins encompass a wide array of meat substitutes, including pulses and other plant-based alternatives, cultured meat, algae, and insects. Amongst these, insects have been found to be the least acceptable to consumers.
Nevertheless, a consistent set of drivers have been found to affect food choices. These include personal considerations such as taste, perceptions of healthiness, and values related to environmental sustainability as well as factors in the wider environment such as social norms, price and availability. And all of these factors are closely interlinked.
Of particular importance for insects is the effect of familiarity. This is easy to appreciate for those who grew up in an environment where eating insects is considered ‘normal’. Just as important, however, is the effect of past consumption. Simply having eaten insect proteins in the past can significantly impact future willingness to do so.
That may sound obvious, and it is – but it’s also nontrivial. The importance of familiarity and particularly past consumption helps to explain the current focus of the insect protein industry on incorporating ingredients like cricket flour into well-recognised foodstuffs – for example, cookies and crackers – where there is no visible evidence of insects in an otherwise very familiar food product.
By encouraging familiarity with a food that is not entirely ‘new’ and is less likely to elicit reactions of disgust, insect proteins might just make their way into our everyday diets. Surely the marketing logic goes, if we can get consumers to try an energy bar that includes insect flour, one day those same consumers might be willing to try the whole insect.
A sea change for insect farming?
In the UK, insects have been on the market for a while. A few years ago, they were a niche product in high-end restaurant dishes. And I can vividly recall the first stall at my local farmer’s market selling cricket flour. In 2018 Sainsbury’s became the first national supermarket chain to offer edible insects – a sign of how mainstream the concept is becoming.
The insect protein industry got a big boost this year when the European Food Safety Authority gave a much-anticipated authorisation of mealworms for the EU market. The approval helps to address food safety concerns and ensure that allergenicity is taken into account (since insects can cause reactions particularly in those with an existing allergy to crustaceans). A further 15 applications are under consideration.
Indeed, while there are thriving markets for insect proteins in South Korea and Thailand, the US and Europe now have the fastest growing markets for edible insects in the world. In 2019 the edible insect market was worth $112million. By 2026 it is projected to reach $1.5billion.
Sushi can provide a helpful reference point. The concept arrived in the US as an offering in Japanese restaurants during the 1950s and 60s. By the 1980s, sushi had become popular and restaurants began to open, but even at this stage, restaurant owners were told that Americans wouldn’t eat raw fish. The sector today is estimated at $22billion in the US alone. There’s hope then that insects could become a more widely accepted food. That would be good for people and the planet. Bon appetit.


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Mohali, October 28, 2022: Stroke is the second leading cause of mortality and claims about 60 lakh lives every year globally, according to a report by the World Health Organization. While it is considered to be a disease affecting the elderly, 10-15% of stroke cases occurring in India affect people under 40 years of age. As per a Lancet Study, nearly 7 lakh stroke-related deaths occurred in India in 2019 – accounting for 7.4% of the total deaths in the country that year. One in six people suffer a stroke in their lifetime.
To raise awareness about the serious nature and high rate of rising incidences of stroke, World Stroke Day is observed on October 29 every year. The theme of this year’s event is the ‘Power of saving #PreciousTime’.
Dr HS Mann, Additional Director, Department of Neurology, Fortis Hospital Mohali, gives us an insight into the causes, symptoms, precautions and treatment options for brain stroke.
What is a stroke?
A stroke occurs when blood circulation to a part of the brain is blocked or when a blood vessel in the brain bursts. This may lead to death of brain cells owing to decreased blood flow and lack of oxygen. Dr Mann said stroke is a medical emergency and requires immediate medical intervention.
The major causes that can trigger a stroke include poorly controlled hypertension, diabetes, high cholesterol level, obesity, smoking, excess alcohol, besides chances of getting a stroke increase as we age.
Dr Mann said, “The symptoms of stroke include loss of balance, visual complaints, sudden weakness or paralysis of the face, arm or leg (especially on one side of the body), and sudden speech difficulty.”
On the importance of Golden Hour, Dr Mann said, “Time is of crucial importance as loss of oxygen to the brain cells for one minute results in irreparable loss of 1.8 million neurons. Immediate treatment at a stroke centre with intravenous thrombolysis (within 4-5 hours) with or without mechanical thrombectomy is required.”
Stating that a stroke can be prevented by introducing a few lifestyle changes, Dr Mann, said, “It is important to regulate one’s blood pressure as any elevation in BP can increase the chance of getting a stroke. Ensure to keep a check on your diabetes, limit your sugar consumption, besides cessation of smoking and reducing alcohol intake. Physical activity is essential as it regulates blood flow in the body and keep your weight under control. Regular check-ups should be done as it can help detect heart-related problems.”


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Vegan Matcha Brownies by: @run2food
- 2 cups of flour
- 1 teaspoon of baking powder
- ½ teaspoon of sea salt
- 3 tablespoons of matcha powder
- ¼ cup of desiccated coconut
- ¾ cup of coconut sugar
- ½ cup of coconut oil, melted
- ½ cup of almond mylk
- ¼ cup of maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
White chocolate topping:
- ½ cup of cacao butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon of cashew butter
- ¼ cup of maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 2 teaspoons of almond mylk
- Preheat the oven to 160 ℃/ 320 ℉. Line a square baking tin with non-stick baking paper
- In a large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients until mixed
- In another bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry and use a spatula to fold until a thick batter has formed
- Transfer the batter into the baking tin
- Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes until a knife insert comes out clean
- Remove from over and allow the brownies to COMPLETELY COOL before making the topping
- Make the white chocolate topping whisking together all the ingredients until smooth.
- Drizzle the topping over the brownie
- Storage: in a airtight container for up to 5 days
About these ingredients
It is made entirely of pure green tea leaves that are stone ground into a delicate but densely nutritious bright green powder. It is filled with so much green goodness that it has up to 137 times the antioxidants. One serve is the nutritional equivalent of 10 cups of regular green tea.
This Shredded Coconut is certified organic and sulphite free product that is a rich source of the antifungal and antimicrobial Lauric Acid, along with plenty of dietary fibre.
This sustainable answer to sweetener tastes like raw or brown sugar, only yummier. The crystallized nectar of the palm tree blossom is harvested then evaporated and crushed into a unique, unbleached sugar alternative. It can be substituted into any dessert, baking or other recipe, or can be used in your morning beverage for a sweet fix.
Coconut oil full of health-giving properties and has delicious taste. One of the reasons we love using it is because of the high smoke point, making it the perfect oil to use in your cooking.
It is packed with natural vitamins and minerals thanks to the traditional processing methods that protect the flavour and the nutrients.
Cacao Butter is the edible natural fat of the chocolate bean, cold pressed to retain its nutritional properties and exquisite natural aroma and flavour.
Cashew Butter uses certified organic cashews, lightly roasted then ground with a ‘wee bit of sea salt’ to bring out its distinct, rich flavour. It’s great as a spread, sauce and baking ingredient. High in antioxidants, vitamins and minerals to assist the body function.


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In GLOWS 2017 Contraption Contest, we challenge individuals and entire classes to come up with the most creative, most imaginative “contraption” you can dream up to solve this question:
We use energy in our daily lives from turning on the lights to playing on our tablets. What are some ideas to make or save energy so there is more for everyone?
Win a pizza party for your class or the GRAND PRIZE of an iPad Air! The Kootenay Contraption Contest is generously sponsored by FortisBC.
To enter, illustrate your idea in our form. Remember, this is just a starting point. Have fun and be creative with anything from art supplies, illustrations and even multimedia.
Email your entry by December 15 to email@example.com or mail to Selkirk GLOWS, 301 Frank Beinder Way, Castlegar, BC V1N 4L3.
You can also send your ideas via the GLOWS Facebook page.
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