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The world is becoming mostly urban.

Study the table. Which parts of the world are experiencing the most rapid growth in their populations? What is urbanisation? 58 83 56 30 53 17 45 74 34 48 76 41 LEDC MEDC World 2025 2001 1990 1950 %
Where are the world’s largest cities? There are 17 megacities in the world – these are cities with a population of over 10 million. These are shown on the map below. The United Nations estimate that by 2015 the number of megacities will have increased to 21! Describe the distribution of megacities in 2000. How does this compare to 2015? new megacities are shown in orange
Urbanisation is taking place at a rapid pace in LEDC cities. This is as a result of a process called rural-urban migration .
What is rural-urban migration?

Rural-urban migration is the movement of people from the countryside to the city.

This causes three things to happen:

Urban growth - towns and cities are expanding, covering a greater area of land.

Urbanisation - an increasing proportion of people living in towns and cities.

Mega cities - those with over 10 million people.

People are attracted to urban areas because they think that, they will have greater opportunities there. For many, life, is better but some end up in poverty.

Rural-urban migration happens as a result of push and pull factors.
B C Where in the world… Imagine you are a migrant in Brazil. Put the following statements in the appropriate circle on the Venn diagram. 1. I have come from here. 2. I will be able to get better medical treatment. 3. I am most likely to end up living here. 4. Other people like me are likely to be living here. 5. I am least likely to get a job here. 6. I am most likely to work the longest hours here. 7. I am likely to be happy here. 8. My family are likely to be here. 9. The living conditions are going to be the best. 10. I am most likely to get a job here. 11. I am most likely to be able to go to school here. 12. I hope to end up living here. A
Problems faced in LEDC cities as a result of rapid urbanisation

Poor electricity and power supplies

Pollution

Lack of clean water

Few employment opportunities

Traffic problems

Poverty

Drugs, gangs and violence

Poor education and health provision

Poor sewerage systems

Poor rubbish collection

Lack of shelter

Task Sort the problems caused by urban growth and development of shanty towns into social, environmental & economic. Traffic Congestion as cars/buses/rickshaws/animals all share same roads Health Problems EG Asthma & Bronchitis caused by pollution Break up of families Air pollution/Smog from car fumes and factories Unemployment as there are few jobs in formal sector. As shanty towns are built agricultural land/woodland is destroyed. Underground water supplies being lost. Poverty Rural migrants can’t find jobs because they are often illiterate or non-skilled so the informal sector grows. Wages are low paid and workers are exploited. Up to 50% of the population live in Shanty towns Shanty towns are built on poor quality or unsafe land so are prone to flooding/landslides/fires Shanty towns are illegal Overcrowding Poor quality building materials and a lack of basic amenities eg running water/toilets in shanty towns Sewage on streets leads to water borne disease such as cholera/diarrhoea Disease spreads quickly because of high density housing. High Infant mortality rates Malnutrition Increase in crime More street children High birth rates Water pollution – rivers/seas used as dustbins
Shanty Towns

One problem in LEDC cities is the growth of Shanty Towns.

A shanty town is a spontaneous settlement that is often built illegally on unused land along roadsides or on the edge of a city.

In Brazil they are called FAVELAS

Problems/Characteristics of Shanty Towns

HOUSING

is often a collection of primitive shacks made from any available material. Most houses lack such basic amenities as electricity, gas, running water and sewerage. No refuse collection.

HEALTH

lack of clean water, no disposal of human waste and rubbish lead to disease. Can't afford doctors.

EDUCATION

is limited as there are very few schools. Many, even by the age of 6, are trying to earn some money.

TRANSPORT

earth tracks that often just fill up with rubbish. Few public transport systems.

SOCIAL

is under constant threat. The factors listed above can lead to break down of marriages. Increase in crime and ‘street children’.

Improving Shanty Towns

Although most governments would like to remove shanty towns from their cities, they cannot afford to build the necessary replacement accommodation.

Two government-assisted schemes in Brazil aimed at improving the quality of life in the shantytowns are:

Low-cost Improvements

Existing housing is improved by re-building with cheap, quick and easy to use breezeblocks. A tank of water on the roof collects rainwater. Electricity and sewerage may by added. Most people who live in these will have some sort of employment so that they can pay low rents.

Self-help schemes

Groups of people are encouraged to help build their new homes. Each group will do basic work such as digging the ditches to take the water and sewerage pipes. The local authority will then provide breezeblocks and roofing tiles, and the group will provide the labour. The advantages of this is that it can be done in stages and create a community spirit.

The government puts in basic services such as clean water and sewerage and provides building materials, such as breezeblocks. The families then get together and help build the homes (Some being trained as plumbers, some electricians and so on.) This means that the buildings are relatively cheep, hygienic and creates good community spirit.
Case Study - Rio de Janeiro, Brazil Rio de Janeiro is a city located on Brazil's south-east coast. It is one of Brazil's largest settlements with a population of approximately 11.7 million people. The population of Rio de Janeiro has grown for a number of reasons. Natural Increase is one reason for its growth (this is when the birth rate is higher than the death rate). The population has also grown as the result of urbanisation. 65% of urban growth is a result of migration.
What are the impacts of rapid urban growth for Rio?

Housing pressures (growth of favelas such as Rocinha. 40% live in Favelas)

Lack of employment means people are looking for other ways to earn money many will work in the informal sector e.g. porters, shoe shiners this is employment for half the city’s work force

Transport problems – congestion and pollution

Sanitation and Health (sewage, waste disposal, disease)

Problems of energy supply

Increased demand for services (schools and Hospitals)

Social problems (crime, Rio murder capital of world)

Urban sprawl

Shanty towns are built on unstable land of poor materials– risk of landslides & fires.

Example of a Favela: Rocinha

Rocinha is the largest favela in Brazil.

It is located in the southern zone of the city.

It is built on a steep hillside overlooking the city, just one kilometer from the beach.

It is home to between 60,000 to 150,000 people (though this could be more).

Self-help schemes - Rocinha, Favela Bairro Project

The authorities in Rio de Janeiro have taken a number of steps to reduce problems in favelas.

They have set up self-help schemes. This is when the local authority provide local residents with the materials needs to construct permanent accommodation. This includes breeze blocks and cement. The local residents provide the labour. The money saved can be spent on providing basic amenities such as electricity and water. Today, almost all the houses in Rocinha are made from concrete and brick.

Some buildings are three and four stories tall and almost all houses have basic sanitation, plumbing, and electricity.

Compared to simple shanty towns or slums, Rocinha has a better developed infrastructure and hundreds of businesses such as banks, drug stores, bus lines, cable television, including locally based channel TV ROC, and, at one time, even a McDonalds franchise, though it has since closed.

What are the sustainable solutions to other problems in Rio ?

Forced evictions of squatter settlements – To clear land for formal development

Low cost housing – Very basic breeze block housing constructed. People re-housed in them. City of God

Site and Service – Land is cleared and building plots prepared with water and electricity.

Self Help Scheme – Existing settlements provided with water, sewage and rubbish collection. Building materials provided for residents to upgrade their homes (Favela Barrio Plan)

Rural Development – To reduce rural to urban migration

Increasing policing - to stop new squatter settlement

Raise taxes - on the rich to pay for improving housing for the poor

Local initiatives – such as Afro-Reggae using music and culture to keep kids away from crime and drugs

Task – Complete the concept map to help your revision.
Differences in land use? Exam Question Compare the model of landuse in an LEDC and MEDC city. MEDC LEDC
HOW DOES AN URBAN MODEL FOR AN LEDC DIFFER FROM A MEDC?

In cities in both MEDCs and LEDCs there is a CBD usually near the centre of the city. The poorer part of the MEDC city is the inner city and the zone of transition, which are close to the CBD. In an LEDC city the poorest people live in shanty towns (favela’s). Many of these are on the outskirts of the city but others are found near transport routes or where there are unfavourable physical sites such as steep slopes.

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I was on assignment to write the cover story for Nat Geo Traveler about Banff, Alberta. My reporting time was short and I had a long list of things to do and see, and people to talk to.
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I repinned all of the wires which I will be using back into the connectors, which get plugged into the ECU. There are still a few other wires attached which I don’t believe I’ll be needing.
You can see those wadded up into the zip lock bag at the bottom of the picture and the wad of wires zip tied near the center. There’s a second ziplock bag which is towards the left side of the image. That, believe it or not, is the spaghetti mess called a ground. I’ll be hooking at least some of those up to different points inside the cab of the vehicle. You cannot have enough grounding points.
This begs the question, “Why are all those wires wadded up in ziplock bags and a zip tie?” The simple answer to that is, I didn’t want to cut any wires from the wiring harness. These are still attached to the plugs (upper left in the image) on the engine side, but have no home on the other end. When we have the engine up and running and I know for a certainty I won’t be needing these wires, they will go the way of the dodo bird. I’ll just hack them off and tape the ends off. Until then, they stay put.
The next big plan is to get the Impreza up to the ‘Burg from Fayetteville. That’ll be me. I was going to do it this weekend, but decided not to due to other commitments and such. I am hoping to go down in about a week and get it. I’ll still have to rent a trailer from U-Haul, but so be it. Sometimes you just gotta get stuff done. With it being so late in the month, I don’t see us meeting our self imposed deadline of 30 September. I guess the world will just come to an end, eh?


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Sessions Sponsored by the Italian Art Society
Session Title: Italianità diversa: Diversity and Multiculturalism in Italian Art,
Gramercy A/West, 2nd floor
Friday, February 17, 2017, 1:30-3:00pm
Organizer and Chair: Jennifer Griffiths, American University of Rome and Iowa State University of Rome
Paul Kaplan, Purchase College, State University of New York, "Black African Winds in Italian Images, 1490–1632"
Letha Ch’ien, University of California, Davis, "A Foreign Local: Forming Early Modern Venetian Identity via Saint Mark"
Wendy Ligon Smith, Independent Scholar, "The Designs of Fortuny through the Lens of Venetian Renaissance Fabric "

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Anniversary Vacation Ideas: We often write about top romantic destinations in the world, spa resorts, wedding and vow renewal destinations. Just like with planning a dream romantic getaway, your anniversary trip should include types of activities that you both enjoy. Best honeymoon destinations: vacation getaways on the East Coast, West Coast, Europe.
Family vacations create lasting memories of a slower pace of life, fun activities and new adventures. If your kids are young, it may be easier to drive to your weekend destination. Older kids can have fun exploring a new city, unique museums and historical sights. Be sure to leave plenty of time for family dinners, group activities and relaxation by the pool.
The noun destination comes from the Latin word destinare, meaning "determine, appoint, choose, make firm or fast." If you choose a destination, that's where you intend to end up, the "finish line" or goal that you keep in mind, like a friend's house that is the destination of a walk that might be interrupted a number of times, as you stop in stores along the way and pause to talk to the people you meet.
Spa Weekends: Checking into a spa for a weekend can be the perfect answer to a busy schedule. Plan an overnight spa trip with your partner, research unique bachelorette getaways, get away with your girlfriends, or your daughter to relax and rejuvenate with pampering treatments. Look up last minute specials at a hotel or resort near you and and escape with a travel deal for some well deserved rest. More spa vacation ideas, yoga, spiritual and wellness retreats, and other travel ideas.

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It’s easy to define what Penang Seafood Restaurant isn’t: fancy, expensive, or subtle. What it is, though, is a loud, rowdy, and busy Chinese restaurant that works for two but is better for ten. Cover your table with dishes like fried pork belly and penang char kway teow, a peppery rice noodle dish with Cantonese waxed sausage, bean sprouts, and stir-fried cockles, while you mentally map out how to fit their full-sized fish tanks in your apartment.
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Local businesses can benefit from city's investment in housing
Local businesses are being invited to find out more about how they can benefit from Sunderland City's Council's investment in new affordable homes at an event in the city next month.
The Let's Talk Council Housing event at the Stadium of Light on Thursday 13 February is aimed at small builders, local contractors and suppliers.
Councillor Rebecca Atkinson, Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing, said: "This event is all about setting out our plans for social housing and getting local companies on board to help us deliver these.
The council is planning to support the delivery of new affordable homes, making better use of existing housing and provide bungalows for older people and new accommodation to support vulnerable groups in the city. We want local businesses to be part of this.
"One of the key aims of the City Plan which sets out the council's plans for transforming Sunderland into a dynamic, healthy and vibrant city over the next decade is around supporting local businesses so we're looking to link our investment in housing back to local businesses wherever possible.
"I'd encourage local contractors, SMEs, builders and suppliers to sign up for the event and come along and find out more about how they can be involved."
The event will be held at the Stadium of Light between 8.45 am and 12 noon on Thursday 13 February. The event will provide an update on:
- The council's approach to the delivery of new housing services over the next five years
- How local contractors, SMEs, builders and suppliers can help the council meet its delivery aims
- How local businesses can play a role and secure new work opportunities
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One of the most pervasive and damaging myths that plague dogs is that one should not comfort a scared dog for fear of reinforcing the fearful behavior. Luckily, there is a plethora of scientific studies in animal behavior that shows this is not the case. As Clothier explains, “In the moment, when an animal says, ‘I’m afraid,’ either get him out of the situation or comfort him – anything else is inhumane.”
However, note that all dogs are different and some prefer to be on their own. In such cases you need to honor that as well. Moreover, the dog’s behavior may change over time. Perhaps you have a new dog who has not yet bonded to you and prefers to be alone, but as you build trust they come to you. We regularly see this as fosters to frightened dogs and that initial trust is essential for a trusting relationship.
Special guest trainer tip from Train Your Best Friend, LLC Jeni Grant
"Training Tip for Fearful Dog - Always spend lots of time building a great association with training skills, activity toys, chews, mats where the dog feels the most relaxed and safe long before using it where the dog may be a little stressed. An example would be using the same dog blanket/rubber backed bathmat and making a game of finding treats on that particular blanket/mat. You could also capture a relaxed down on that blanket/mat. After you have built a fantastic association with fun things with this blanket over time, you could bring that blanket/mat to places the dog may be a bit stressed such as on trips or to the vet. The blanket/mat will be something familiar and something the dog feels good about. This may help the dog feel more comfortable in that situation."
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US 10/WIS 80 roundabout open to traffic, crews removing detour
October 30, 2012
Central Avenue/Heritage Drive roundabout scheduled for completion in late November
Crews opened the new US 10/WIS 80/Klondike Road roundabout, south of Marshfield, to all traffic October 29 and are in the process of removing the detour. WIS 80 at this location had been detoured since mid-July.
The roundabout is part of the US 10 Marshfield to Stevens Point four-lane expansion project. This section of the project included the construction of a four-lane divided highway between Klondike Drive and Wood County BB. Roundabouts were constructed at the new US 10/County BB intersection (which was completed and open to traffic in mid-July), and the Central Avenue/Heritage Drive intersection.
The Central Avenue/Heritage Drive roundabout is scheduled for completion in late November. Heritage Drive (old US 10) from Central Avenue to approximately .25 miles to the east remains closed. Access is maintained for adjacent property owners except for brief periods of storm sewer, grading or concrete work.
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I spent a happy several hours wandering around The Hermitage by Dunkeld over the weekend, taking in very much the end of nature’s autumn displays – tree foliage fallen and fading, the light dull overcast all afternoon (and mostly raining, at that). First, a few conventional scenes beside the River Braan and the Black Linn […]
In August I called in on an old friend in Inverary for a small guided tour around the local forests with camera in hand. There was one particular photo I had in mind – ever since I first saw an old ruined barn with disused farm machinery, it was crying-out for the bokeh-panorama (aka Brenizer) technique […]
I swapped all the Pentax gear to go wholly Fuji. Test photos happened.
We spent Saturday afternoon driving around the Tay Forest Park – up to the Mains of Taymouth at Kenmore for lunch then along the south Loch Tay road to the Falls of Acharn – a comparatively steep climb up the side of the gorge and negligible water in the falls, but there was pleasant subtle […]
The intended road from Rosal due east was closed for road-works; I took an incredibly long detour all the way to the far north coast of Scotland – next stop the Faroes and Greenland – and stopped at Portskerra to make a couple of long exposure landscapes as the light faded to dusk. The coastal […]
A visit to a lone Ash tree in Glen Devon.
Just one photo from a quick afternoon excursion to explore Glen Artney earlier in the year. Well, one photo, processed 3 ways. This was the first, and so far only, time I’ve felt the urge to invert the tripod centre column; in the process I discovered that the Pentax K-1 live-view display will happily invert […]
It feels funny to think that back in the early 1990s Serif was known for PagePlus, in the days when such things were known as desktop publishing or DTP applications. Recently, however, they’ve produced Affinity Photo for Mac, Windows and iPad. After one or two folks recommended it, I thought it was time to add […]
Black Spout Waterfall, Pitlochry Some days you only need to come away with one landscape image to justify an excursion. On Saturday I set sail with Doglet and a friend and strolled through Black Spout Woods around Pitlochry, up to the viewpoint across the gorge where you can see the full height of the waterfall, […]
It’s just a week off being the longest day, and it seems never to really get dark at night around here at the moment. Still. While that precludes shooting the aurora, instead it’s noctilucent cloud (NLC) season – just started in the past couple of days so I was very pleased to capture these last […]

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Grafton Banks Finance is currently looking for a Payroll Manager to help enhance the finance division of a reputable international organisation, with offices in Brighton. Reporting to the Financial Controller, the successful candidate will be expected to manage the payroll function for the UK, Europe and Rest of the World countries. Working closely with the Payroll Assistant you will be responsible for preparing the monthly payrolls, maintaining the payroll system and ensuring compliance with applicable rules and regulations in the UK, Europe and ROW markets. This involves management of the payroll systems and processes, monthly journals, reconciliations and controls, and relationship management with centres and Human Resources.
The Payroll team run five main payrolls for the UK as well as in Ireland and Netherlands in Europe and multiple overseas payrolls.
Some of the key areas of responsibilities include:
- Payroll systems and processes
- Reconciliations and Controls
- Relationship Management
- Ad hoc project work
The successful candidate will have a proven track record of working in a similar position, with extensive payroll experience and working knowledge of a range of finance/payroll systems, preferably ADP. In addition, strong analytical and relationship management skills are imperative, coupled with the ability to communicate effectively and convey technical information to non-finance audiences. Strong Excel skills and the ability to work effectively under pressure is also a must.
This role will ideally suit someone with a large company background ideally with a driven and determined attitude, good attention to detail, and the ability to work comfortably with processes and procedures.
For your experience and knowledge with the above, you will be rewarded with an excellent basic salary and benefits package.

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A single piece of paper can be transformed from a simple square into a butterfly, a heart, a box or even a crane.
That’s part of the beauty of the Japanese paper-folding art known as origami, and San Juan Islands Museum of Art will offer instructions in the basics of origami in a class designed especially for children ages eight and up.
The class, with Kristy Schmidt at the helm, is Feb. 16, 10:30 a.m. to noon, at San Juan Island Library, and its free (suggested donation is $5). A second class will be offered March 16, same time, same location, for those ready to test their paper folding abilities with more advance projects. The classes are sponsored by IMA as part of its presentation of “Kakehashi: A Bridge to Japan”, a 2-month long series of events. For more information or to reserve a space, contact IMA, 370-5050, www.sjima.org.


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Protect yourself and your pets against rabies
Editor's note: This is the first part in a two-part series on rabies.
In summer we spend time outdoors and are more likely to come into contact with animals, wild and domestic. This also means we are at increased risk of exposure to rabies.
Rabies is a deadly viral disease that can be transmitted from infected wildlife to other animals and people. Whenever there is a concern about potential exposure to a person or domestic animal, the Department of Health investigates to ascertain whether the risk of disease warrants post-exposure vaccination or other control measures. The investigative component of the rabies program is administered by the Environmental Health Services, and the clinical follow-up is managed by Public Health Nursing.
Given the volume of calls received by the department concerning animal contacts and the level of concern, this article will be divided into two sections: Today's article provides guidelines on how to protect yourself and your pets against rabies; next month's article will provide specific answers to the more frequently asked questions received from the public.
In this region, wild animal species potentially infected with the rabies virus include bats, raccoons, foxes and skunks. Thanks to successful vaccination programs, the disease is rare in domestic animals, even if there is contact with wildlife. Unfortunately, we are investigating a growing number of bite reports involving unvaccinated dogs, and numerous reports of unvaccinated dogs or cats coming into contact with bats or other wildlife. While there have been no confirmed cases of rabies in domestic dogs in Dutchess County for many years, we do see rabies in unvaccinated cats. If people don't vaccinate their pets, it won't be long before rabies becomes entrenched in the community.
You can protect yourself and your pets against rabies by following a few simple steps:
1. Vaccinate your dogs and cats against rabies and keep vaccines current. Vaccinating pets against rabies establishes a barrier between wildlife and people; failure to do so weakens this barrier and increases your risk of exposure. New York state requires all dogs and cats be vaccinated by age 4 months. The first rabies vaccination protects for one year. Subsequent vaccinations are generally good for three years. Ask your veterinarian when vaccinations are due, as some exceptions may apply.
The Department of Health sponsors three rabies clinics per year for dogs, cats and ferrets in partnership with the Dutchess County SPCA; this service is free of charge for Dutchess County residents and $10 for non-residents. The next clinic will be held July 18 from 8 a.m. to noon at DCSPCA, 636 Violet Ave., Hyde Park. For futures dates, visit our website at www.dutchessny.gov/health or call 845- 486-3404. Other local organizations also sponsor low-cost rabies clinics throughout the year.
If an unvaccinated domestic animal has contact with a known or suspect wild rabies vector animal (bat, raccoon, fox or skunk) and the wild animal can't be tested, the domestic animal is required to endure six months quarantine or be euthanized.
2. Prevent bats from entering your house. Bats are valuable insectivores and good to have around, but since they are a rabies vector you don't want one in your house. Bats are nocturnal; during the day they prefer to sleep in a warm, dark and protected location – your home offers many such places. A bat can flatten itself out and slide through a half-inch space. Here are some guidelines to minimize this risk:
•Seal the space around window air conditioners and fans with foam, fabric, or any other suitable material. When a window is open, it creates a gap between the upper and lower sashes through which a bat can gain entry.
•Make sure screens are tight-fitting and intact.
•Keep garage and outer doors closed when not in use.
•Seal all unused openings from the house into a chimney; make sure dampers are closed.
•Tightly close access points to nonhabitable spaces, such as attics, basements and crawlspaces.
If there are repeat instances of bats in your house and you can't find an entry point, you may want to contact a nuisance wildlife control officer for assistance. These individuals are licensed by the NYS Department of Environmental Conservation, and can provide guidance and exclusion measures for a fee. For a list of nuisance wildlife control officers, please visit: http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/7005.html
3. Do not approach or touch wildlife. If a wild animal allows itself to be approached, it could be ill or injured. If you encounter such an animal, it is best that you contact a wildlife rehabilitator, a professional licensed by NYS to care for ill, orphaned or injured animals. A list of licensed rehabilitators can be accessed at: http://www.dec.ny.gov/animals/83977.html. If a wild animal is aggressive or threatening, contact the police to evaluate the situation and take necessary action.
Rabies can be prevented if one takes proper precautions; make sure domestic animals are vaccinated, minimize exposures to wildlife, and get treatment when necessary. Contact the Dutchess County Department of Health at 845-486-3404 if you feel a person or domestic animal has been potentially exposed to rabies.
I thank James Fouts, Associate Public Health Sanitarian, for contributing to this article.
Dr. Kari Reiber is the health commissioner for the Dutchess County Department of Health.

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Kayden Sharma, also known as “Kayden,” is making waves in the music industry with his electrifying performance on MTV’s “Hustle 3.0.” Hailing from Hyderabad, this talented hip-hop artist paid a heartfelt tribute to his beloved city with his rap track, “Street Celebrity.” Not only did his performance celebrate Hyderabad’s culture and cuisine, but it also received accolades from the show’s judges, mentors, and millions of viewers.
Kayden Sharma, self-proclaimed as a “street celebrity,” took the stage on MTV’s “Hustle 3.0” as the second contender. His aim was clear: he wanted to put Hyderabad’s thriving hip-hop scene on a national platform. With a gripping performance that showcased his love for the city, Kayden quickly gained the attention of both the audience and the judges.
“Street Celebrity” is not just a rap track; it’s a heartfelt tribute to Hyderabad. Through his lyrics and stage presence, Kayden managed to encapsulate the essence of the city, its culture, and its culinary delights. This struck a chord with the viewers and made him an instant sensation.
Following his powerful performance, Kayden’s video swiftly went viral on social media platforms. In a matter of days, the three-minute video surpassed 2 million views on YouTube. Viewers from all corners of the world praised Kayden for his evocative lyrics and vivid portrayal of Hyderabad’s uniqueness.
Comments poured in from viewers who were moved by Kayden’s performance. One user stated, “Sapno ki nagari nahi, haqiqat ka sheher hai yeh” (This is not a city of dreams, this is a city of reality.) Nothing, just some goosebumps.” Another comment read, “Now that’s what you call a banger! Unexpected references to Allu Arjun, Sai Pallavi, and nods to ‘Rowdy Baby’ and ‘Natu Natu’.” The overwhelming love and best wishes for Kayden were evident in numerous similar sentiments.
Not only did the audience shower Kayden with appreciation, but notable figures also joined the chorus. Actor Rana Daggubati extended his support, offering a shout out to the talented rapper. Even BRS working president KT Rama Rao took to social media to praise the young artist, stating that “Street Celebrity” has become the pride of Hyderabad.
Kayden’s performance left a lasting impression on the judges, particularly Rapper Dino James. He suggested that the Hyderabad government should consider adopting Kayden’s song as an official tourism anthem. Such recognition speaks volumes about the impact of Kayden’s artistry.
MTV’s “Hustle 3.0,” featuring judges and mentors including Badshah, Ikkra, EPR, Dino James, and DeeMC, made its debut on October 21. As the show progresses, viewers are eagerly anticipating more exceptional performances from young talents like Kayden, who are ready to take the hip-hop scene by storm.


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Saccharin-induced increase in daily fluid intake as a predictor of voluntary alcohol intake in alcohol-preferring rats.
This study examined the relationship between saccharin intake and ethanol consumption in alcohol preferring (P) rats and Fawn Hooded (FH) rats before and after exposure to forced ethanol (10%, v/v) solution. Both groups exhibited large increases (> 2X) in daily fluid intake (DFI) when saccharin (0.1%, w/v) was present and exhibited moderate levels of ethanol intake. Only the P rats significantly increased their ethanol consumption after exposure to ethanol as the sole drinking fluid. Correlational analyses revealed that the absolute intakes of saccharin and ethanol were not significantly correlated in either group, but the increase in DFI in the presence of saccharin was highly correlated with ethanol intake after forced ethanol exposure (r > +0.8; p < 0.05). Similarly, when correlations were conducted for these variables over both the P and FH groups, the correlation between increase in DFI in the presence of saccharin and alcohol intake was significantly higher than that between saccharin and alcohol intakes. Reexamination of previous data from 6 different rat strains also revealed a significant correlation between increase in DFI in the presence of saccharin and ethanol intake. These findings suggest that the dramatic increase in of DFI in the presence of saccharin may be an animal analog of the clinical phenomenon known as a loss of control.
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Forever views facing west, south and north on a No Stilt lot. McKinley Beach community features private McKinley beach, boat slip available, private marina for the owners, a network of hiking and biking trails, outdoor gym, over a km of pristine beach to comb. Use the plans that have been developed or Build your dream home in this prestigious community. View more pix www.JesseEast.com (id:3745)
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Livin' the beach bum life. Feel like all you do is layout and soak up the sun, but can still adult pretty well? Well you might be a high functioning beach bum! this tank explains it all for you. Except it and own it!
This racerback tank is soft, lightweight, and slightly form-fitting with a flattering cut and raw edge seams for an edgy touch. If you like a slouchy fit, order a size up!
• Hand lettered design
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Elba Island is not just a great place for your summer holidays, it’s also perfect for relaxing breaks far away from mass tourism. One of the loveliest activities that the island has to offer comprises of the countless walking routes for beginners and the more advanced, which will take you through breathtaking panoramas. Here are some of the main hiking routes on Elba Island.
S. Lucia - San Martino
km 2.2 – 1.30 h - easy
The route begins at Santa Lucia chapel, built where the ruined Luceri fortress once stood. The fortress used to control the Gulf of Portoferraio. Cross the meadows and cork woods, walking through an area of age-old terraced agriculture that nature is now taking back into control. In Colle Reciso, climb up towards Poggio del Mulino a Vento, where high-ground woods begin. Take a detour to the Napoleonic villa of San Martino.
San Felo - Ortano
km 4.6 - 2 h - medium
The trail leads through the island’s mining area, now practically in disuse, as well as through the Mediterranean bushland. You soon reach Monte Arco, one of the highest peaks in the area, which offers fantastic views. Having crossed the mining area you reach Ortano, where, in the middle of a modern tourism complex, you can see the signs of the mining activity. Farther north, the pellegrin falcon nests on the still wild cliffs.
La Parata - Volterraio
km 4.3 - 2 h - challenging
This route leads up to the eastern ridge, looking out to sea to the east and west. Cross the oak forests and bushland with the scent of curry plants and spring-flowering cistus in the air. From time to time you’ll see the trademark slow flight of flacons or the jerky flight path of imperial crows. Take a detour to the Santa Caterina hermitage with its interesting botanical garden or to the hard-to-get-to Volterraio summit, home to the unconquered castle of the same name.
San Piero - Monte Maolo
km 6 – 3.30 h - medium
The trail begins in the “gariga”, a bushland of cistus, curry plants and broom. Head into the high-altitude pine woods to reach the chestnut groves of Monte Capanne. In the open area, closest to the sea, you can hear the cawing of the colourful bee eaters and the more melodic little goldfinches. In these areas, populated since prehistoric times, you can also see age-old granite menhirs. From the top of Monte Maolo, you can see as far as Giglio Island.


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- Peel and place fabric wall decal
- Eco-friendly, bio-degradable over time
- Non-toxic, PVC free, phthalates free, lead free
- Can be applied to walls, windows or any flat surface
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Central heating radiators and boilers are essential to see us through the cold Kent winter months. Central heating units enable you to maintain a comfortable and relaxing environment and to save money. When you have a central heating boiler, water is first heated and then distributed to central heating radiators located throughout your house. If you want to get the most from your central heating system, its vital you ensure that there are as few maintenance issues as possible. Although you might feel tempted to ignore such problems, doing so only enables them to progress, which makes them more costly to repair. Therefore, its worth learning a little about the most common maintenance issues you might experience and what to do about them.
Central Heating Do’s and Don’ts
Pilot Light Goes Out
An extinguished pilot light is the most common problem people run into, and its vitally important that you know how to handle it. People often attempt to light their pilot light as soon as they notice it is out, but this is not always wise. If gas is still leaking out, you could be putting yourself and your family at risk of an explosion, so you must first turn the gas valve off and open any doors and windows in the area. After ensuring proper ventilation, you may turn the gas back on and attempt to ignite the pilot light.
Inability to start the pilot light could mean you have a faulty or damaged thermocouple. If this is the case, you will need to have it replaced. You must also check near the doors and windows to determine if there is a draft, which could be extinguishing your pilot light. If this is your problem, you can fix it yourself by properly sealing your windows and doors.
Heat Pump Failure
The heat pump is responsible for transporting the hot water from your boiler to your central heating radiators. These heat pumps are usually reliable, but they do fail on occasion. Heat pumps do not always go out suddenly, so there might be warning signs that signal trouble. If you notice your radiators are not producing as much heat as they did in the past, it would be wise to contact a professional repair expert like us at ProPlumbUK to look into it for you. Some people wait too long to address this issue and get stuck without heat as a result.
Because your pipes may originate in your basement, its vital you ensure they are properly insulated. Otherwise, you could be losing heat as the water travels through the cold pipes. Not only will this problem reduce the efficiency of your radiators, but it will cost you money. If you fail to insulate and protect your pipes properly, they could also freeze and stop working entirely. When water freezes, it will start to expand, and this could cause your pipes to burst leading to flooding and a major repair and insurance claims nightmare. So best always to avoid this scenario.
If you are lucky, your thermostat could be broken, and if this is the case, making the appropriate repairs will be relatively cheap and easy. A shorted wire is most likely to blame, and you might be wondering how to determine if this is the problem. If you are unable to find any other problems with your heater, try changing the settings on your thermostat. If you don’t notice any changes in the performance of your heater, then you have likely identified the problem.
Whether you are having problems with an existing central heating system or you want to have a new one installed, its important to have it done properly. Mistakes and errors are much cheaper to prevent than to reverse. Therefore, you want to hire a company on which you can trust and depend.
We here at ProPlumb UK are a professional and experienced central heating, boiler installation and repair team. Having been in business for over 20 years, we have seen it all, so we can address any issues you might be experiencing. Having the job done right the first time will save you money on repair costs in the future. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us today on 0800 298 2639, and we will be happy to assist you.
We install, repair and service central heating radiators, boilers and electric systems throughout Kent including Bromley, Sevenoaks, Orpington, Petts Wood, Chislehurst, Beckenham, Bickley, Keston, Otford and St Paul Cray to name but a few.


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A deadline is approaching for Detroit participants in the national protest movement over the role of Wall Street and banks in America's economic troubles.
A permit allowing Occupy Detroit members to stay at Grand Circus Park expires Monday night. Organizers are expected to request a two-week extension from the Detroit City Council.
About 150 people have holed up at the park since Oct. 14 and have held a number of marches and protests of financial institutions since then.
The city's Recreation Department last month denied a request by the group's attorney for a 45-day permit to erect tents in the park but did issue a 30-day permit, retroactive to Oct. 14.

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Steam link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1451230/
Short Description: A card game with a non-linear storyline and exciting battles! You are going to plunge into the fantasy world of magical creatures and dragons, descend into the depths of the dungeons for valuable resources and build an indestructible Kingdom!
Publisher: Sugar Games
Developer: Sugar Games
Release: Jun 1, 2021 Coming Soon
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World Chocolate Day 2023: World Chocolate Day is celebrated by chocolate lovers around the world on July 6 every year. It is a day when we embrace the joy, comfort and celebration that chocolate brings to our lives. Whether it’s enjoying a piece of top quality homemade chocolate, sharing a box of chocolates with loved ones, or simply enjoying a moment of escape from the world of cocoa, World Chocolate Day world reminds us of the love and appreciation for this delightful dish.
Are International Chocolate Day and World Chocolate Day the same?
International Chocolate Day and World Chocolate Day are not the same thing. In addition to World Chocolate Day on July 7, celebrated since 2009, there is also International Chocolate Day on September 13 and National Chocolate Day, celebrated on different days around the world.
There are four major chocolate holidays listed on the National Confectioners Association calendar of America: Chocolate Day (July 7), two National Chocolate Days (October 28 and December 28) and International Chocolate Day (September 13), along with variations such as National Milk Chocolate Day, National White Chocolate Day, and National Cocoa Tree Day.
International Chocolate Day, September 13, is also the birthday of Milton S. Hershey. Meanwhile, the second largest cocoa producer, Ghana, celebrates Chocolate Day on February 14 and Latvia celebrates on July 11.
World Chocolate Day 2023: History
Chocolate, obtained from cocoa beans, has a rich history dating back thousands of years. The ancient Maya and Aztecs of Central and South America were the first to grow and consume chocolate. They believe cocoa has divine properties and use it in rituals and ceremonies.
In the 16th century, Spanish explorers came across cocoa beans during their conquest of the Americas. They brought this precious commodity back to Europe, where it quickly became popular among the elite. For centuries, however, chocolate remained a luxury for the rich due to the labor-intensive production process.
Chocolate production improved during the Industrial Revolution in the 18th century, making it more accessible to consumers. The invention of new machines and techniques, such as hydraulic presses and machines, simplified the production process and increased chocolate production.
The date designated as 7 July for World Chocolate Day is believed to coincide with the date chocolate was first introduced to Europe in 1550.
World Chocolate Day 2023: Meaning
World Chocolate Day is meant as a global celebration of one of the most loved foods in the world. It’s a day dedicated to enjoying and appreciating the delicious pleasure that is chocolate. In addition to its great taste, chocolate has cultural, social, and emotional connotations. It has the power to induce joy, comfort and celebration. World Chocolate Day serves as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage associated with chocolate that goes back thousands of years. It recognizes the hard work and skill of chocolate makers around the world. Additionally, the day offers the opportunity to explore the wide variety of chocolate flavors, textures, and shapes available. Whether it’s a small treat for individuals or a shared treat among friends and family, World Chocolate Day brings people together, fosters bonding and spreads happiness through love. universal love for chocolate.
World Chocolate Day 2023: Fun Facts
- The name “chocolate” comes from the Aztec word “xocoatl”, which was used to describe a bitter beverage made from cocoa beans.
- Chocolate has been consumed for thousands of years. The ancient Maya and Aztecs considered it sacred food and used cocoa beans as currency.
- Switzerland is famous for its chocolate and is the country with the highest per capita chocolate consumption in the world.
- The first chocolate bar was made by Joseph Fry in 1847 in England. It is made by mixing cocoa powder, sugar and cocoa butter.
- Chocolate contains a small amount of caffeine. A standard chocolate bar has the same amount of caffeine as a cup of decaffeinated coffee.
- Dark chocolate is said to have health benefits if consumed in moderation. It contains antioxidants that may help protect against heart disease and improve brain function.
- The largest chocolate bar ever made weighed 5,792.5 kg (12,770 pounds) and was made in Armenia in 2010.
- White chocolate isn’t technically chocolate because it doesn’t contain cocoa solids. It is made from cocoa butter, sugar and milk.
- The world’s oldest chocolate company still in operation is the Swiss company Cailler, founded in 1819.
- Chocolate is a popular gift on Valentine’s Day. In the United States alone, about 58 million pounds of chocolate were sold in the week before Valentine’s Day.
To sum up, World Chocolate Day is a wonderful celebration that brings people together to appreciate and enjoy the wonderful world of chocolate. This global celebration has important cultural, social and emotional value as it celebrates the rich history and craftsmanship associated with chocolate. From ancient origins to evolving into a delicacy loved around the world, chocolate has captured people’s hearts and taste buds for centuries. Happy World Chocolate Day!
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In the 12 months to the end of September this year total house building starts reached 138,640, a 16% rise compared to the previous 12 month period, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). However, in the most recent quarter (Q3) the number of seasonally adjusted house building starts in England was 33,000, a 10% decrease compared to Q2.
According to this year's Annual Planning Survey by the British Property Federation (BPF), the greatest obstacles to building more homes remain the planning system (52%) followed by a shortage of land (43%).
Next year, house build completions should exceed 120,000 for the first time in five years but according to the Home Builders Federation (HBF) we need to build at least 220,000 homes a year just to keep up with new household projections, but this figure does not take into account the historical undersupply of homes in recent decades and is therefore a minimum requirement.
The HBF gives the following stats regarding the 'housing crises' in the UK: the average house price to salary ratio has almost doubled over the past 40 years to around 7 times annual salary; 80% of first-time buyers now require financial help from family or friends and the number of first time buyers is at record lows; social housing waiting lists have doubled in the past 10 years with 1.85m households waiting for a home.
The HBF is also calling for specific assistance for SME builders stating: 'Smaller builders have been disproportionality hit by bureaucracy and complexity in the system which has increased considerably over the last two decades. This has contributed to a 78% fall in the number of developers building 100 units or fewer in the period between 1988 and 2013.'


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Reason Behind The Title ‘Bombay Velvet’
Anurag Kashyap’s period drama Bombay Velvet starring Ranbir Kapoor, Anushka Sharma and Karan Johar is set in the 1960’s. While, it is one of the biggest releases this year and there is great anticipation for the film, not many are aware about the reason behind the title of the film.
The name Bombay Velvet comes from the name of the nightclub ‘Bombay Velvet’ in the film. Ranbir Kappor is the manager of Bombay Velvet and Anushka Sharma is a jazz singer there. The film revolves around the nightclub, where a lot of important events take place. Anurag Kashyap has recreated Bombay of the 60’s and has made sure that everything is in sync with that era.
Makers of Bombay Velvet have released the second trailer of the film tonight (27th April) and it soon started trending on social media. The film happens to be one of the most awaited ones this year and is set to release on May 15th.


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The World Health Organization on Wednesday resumed testing hydroxychloroquine, reversing its decision to halt trials of the well-known anti-malaria drug, after a global study of 96,000 hospital cases of Corona Virus that concluded HCQ had no benefit against the disease, was shown to be a complete fraud.
Of the two authors of the study, one was revealed to be running a flim-flam research outfit that never actually contacted any of the 671 hospitals for their patient data, while the other is employed by a hospital being paid to test rival drug Remdesivir, the expensive competing remedy from stalwart pharmaceutical industrial complex firm, Gilead.
The study was published on May 22nd to much fanfare in the leading global medical journals, the UK’s Lancet and New England Journal of Medicine, confirming the Establishment’s conventional wisdom and media consensus that HCQ was ineffective against Corona Virus and actually encouraged heart ailments in patients.
But the analysis fell apart as scientists began to scrutinize its methods and after an exposé in the British Guardian reported that hospitals denied to the newspaper that they had ever contributed patient data to the study or been contacted by research firm Surgisphere.
The entire premise — that 671 hospitals out of a 1,200-hospital database contributed data from 96,000 patients — was also ridiculed by professionals in government integration consultancies. Basically, getting the data send approved, scrubbed, sent, organized, collated and reviewed would be the work of entire government departments for months, rather than feasible by a small company with a dozen employees, few of them actual scientists or doctors, and unable to show they ever contacted the hospitals for the data, or how the task was completed in just weeks.
Surgisphere Corporation founder and CEO Dr. Sapan Desai refused to disclose the data for independent confirmatory review or name the participating hospitals or countries in the report.
Dr. Mandeep Mehra, the lead co-author is a director at Boston’s Brigham & Women’s Hospital, which is credited with funding the study. Dr. Mehra and The Lancet failed to disclose that Brigham Hospital has a partnership with Gilead and is currently conducting two trials testing Remdesivir, the prime competitor of hydroxychloroquine for the treatment of COVID-19, the focus of the study.
Remdesivir has been criticized as being both far less effective — if effective at all — compared to HCQ, as well as the price of its proposed pill, expected to be an exorbitant $1,000 per pill versus HCQ’s generic price of $0.64. Remdesivir-backer Gilead is becoming known now mainly for finding non-working solutions to major pandemic outbreaks and being behind the biggest HIV drug; former Defense Secretary Donald Rumsfeld is one of its leading investors.
At a press conference on Wednesday, the WHO announced it would resume its global trial of HCQ, after its data safety monitoring committee found there was no increased risk of death for Corona Virus patients taking it.
WHO director general Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus said that all parts of the Solidarity trial would go ahead, testing multiple cures on more than 3,500 patients recruited froim 35 countries.
“On the basis of the available mortality data, the members of the committee recommended that there are no reasons to modify the trial protocol,” said Tedros. “The executive group received this recommendation and endorsed continuation of all arms of the Solidarity trial, including hydroxychloroquine.”
Americans following the testing closely have learned that, for years, scientists have known that HCQ also fighting Cancer, Arthritis and even Diabetes, that its basic ingredient — quinine — can be made at home, and on Monday that U.S. President Donald J. Trump has been popping the pill daily.
Globally, Costa Rican health officials determined HCQ was the right course of treatment for their at-risk and infected population after its embassy in China organized a video-conference with health officials there who said the cheap pill “was used in Shanghai as the first line of treatment,” in the words of Mario Ruiz, medical director of their system.
And doctors in India found that the reason HCQ and Zinc work against the virus, is not that it kills the virus that attacks the immune system, but the bacteria is enabled by it, and that bacteria is the real killer.
— Dr Vladimir (Zev) Zelenko (@zev_dr) June 4, 2020
Despite the advances on fighting the disease and the drop in new cases, the race for a vaccine continued.
The U.S. should have 100 million doses of one potential virus vaccine by the end of the year, Dr. Anthony Fauci, the director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and a member of the White House Task Force, on Tuesday told a Q&A with the Journal of the American Medical Association.
“Then, by the beginning of 2021, we hope to have a couple hundred million doses,” Fauci said, according to Epoch Times.
Fauci said the first vaccine candidate, made by biotech company Moderna in partnership with NIAID, should go into a final stage of trials in volunteers, known as Phase 3, by mid-summer. Preparations at national and international sites are already underway, he said.


A U.S. District Court judge in Texas has overturned the protections written into ObamaCare for transgender people, ruling they violate the religious rights of healthcare providers...
Senator Marco Rubio (R-FL) over the weekend blasted Senator Elizabeth Warren‘s (D-MA) viral remarks about those who oppose same-sex marriage. He also appeared to encourage “fighting back,...
"She’s going to slaughter Trump in the general."
"Any freedom that we honor in this country has limits when it comes to harming other people.”
"God made us male and female and gave sex for us to enjoy inside a marriage relationship between a man and a woman—not two men, not...
"The god they worship is the pagan god of the Old Testament, Moloch, who allowed for child sacrifice."
Democrats have put America on a "dangerous road," Graham says, despite Republicans controlling the Senate, the White House, and having a majority on the Supreme Court.
Forewarned is fair-warned.
Praise for Trump for skipping "a UN climate change summit on an imaginary problem to address the very real problem of global persecution of believers."
Diocese says "to make accommodations for such persons would be to cooperate in the immoral action."
Distaste for Trump-loving Christian conservatism has turned some Americans off from religion altogether.
Man now getting threats from strangers after he went to the police.
"But if Christ is on your side then wouldn’t you just win? Or does Jesus not do reality television?"
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While her husband may be a Pussy Cat, Michelle is anything but! No headscarf for her!
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Michelle Obama Gives Zero F*cks About What the Saudis Wanted Her To Wear
On Tuesday, President Obama and the First Lady attended the funeral of Saudi Arabia’s King Abdullah, a renowned misogynistic tyrant who oversaw some of the harshest and most oppressive conditions endured by women anywhere in the world. These conditions included and still include bans on voting and driving. When going out in public, women must be accompanied by a male relative and are expected to cover their heads and faces because modesty or whatever. Abdullah also kept three of his daughters locked up for more than a decade for speaking out for women’s rights. (They remain so.)
According to some very upset people in Saudi Arabia and elsewhere, Michelle Obama was supposed to cover her head while visiting the country. To vent their outrage, they took to Saudi Twitter and used hashtags that translate to #Michelle_Obama_Immodest and #Michelle_Obama_Not_Veiled. (Apparently, Saudi Twitter is just as capable of fruitless outrage as U.S. Twitter is.)
Well, Michelle Obama gave zero, and let’s count ‘em — zero, zero, zero — fucks about what the Saudis wanted her to wear on her head. Not only that, instead of wearing black at the funeral, she wore a blue blouse and a festive-looking blue-sweater jacket of sorts that could double as a spring getup for a leisurely stroll through the National Arboretum before a boozy brunch
President Obama is the leader of America, the most powerful nation in the world (for now). Putin is the leader of Russia, which lost the USSR but isn’t exactly a weak nation.
Obama has dismissed Russia as a regional power.
However, Obama is a Pussy cat. He says, “Meow.”
Putin is a Tiger. A Siberian tiger, the largest tiger in the world. A Siberian tiger is bigger than a lion.
IN A CONFRONTATION BETWEEN OBAMA AND PUTIN, IT IS CRUCIAL THAT THEY LOOK EACH OTHER IN THE EYE. THE FIRST TO BLINK LOSES THE PSYCHOLOGICAL ADVANTAGE.
PUTIN WON’T BLINK. OBAMA? HE WON’T EVEN LOOK PUTIN IN THE EYE. HE CAN’T!
Vladimir Putin: The Untouchable Leader
Experts question whether Obama can and should put the elusive Russian president directly in his sights.
Putin is rumored to be one of the world’s wealthiest men, but levying sanctions directly against him could backfire.
President Barack Obama’s dismissal of Russia as merely a “regional power” will have done little to assuage the concerns of Eastern European leaders, who are worried that Vladimir Putin’s quest to return former Soviet territory to the Russian Federation is not finished with his incursion into Ukraine. The Russian president still could use similar political maneuvers to annex separatist regions of Moldova or Georgia.
Situation rooms across the Western hemisphere undoubtedly are weighing the effects of new targeted sanctions aimed at specific loyalists within Putin’s innermost circles. Obama also has threatened to go after certain sectors of the Russian economy. Russia must be punished and deterred from future action, officials say, but the West also relies on its former Cold War rival to help with other international crises, including removing chemical weapons from Syria, controlling Iran’s nuclear program and keeping North Korea from further acts of aggression.
Amid this debate, and assertions from Obama that he has ruled out a military response, Putin himself remains directly unscathed by sanctions that could affect his travel or personal finances. A senior administration official told reporters last week the White House is not currently considering explicit sanctions against Putin, calling such a move “highly unusual and a rather extraordinary case.”
“We do not begin these types of sanction efforts with a head of state,” the official said.
More to come…


CRAFT IN AMERICA visits America's premier craft artists in their studios to witness the creation of handmade objects and into homes, businesses and public spaces where functional art is employed and celebrated. Using archival footage and interviews with some of the top artists in the country, the three-part series showcases the breadth and beauty of handmade objects in our culture.
The first episode takes a personal tour through craft's history in America.
This program celebrates some of our most important traditions.
"Service," part of the PBS veterans initiative Stories of Service, is the story of craft and the military.
Focus on the makers of finely crafted handmade instruments - guitar, ukulele, trumpet, banjo and timpani - and the renowned musicians who play them, including Joan Baez, Jake Shimabukuro, Rhiannon Giddens, Scotty Barnhart, Tony Ellis and Joseph Pereira.
This episode explores craft artists, objects and traditions of various holidays, featuring Lion Dancers and float builders of San Francisco's Chinese New Year Parade, ceramic artists in Detroit making festive pieces at Pewabic Pottery and Motawi Tileworks, Kwanzaa celebrations in Chicago and Oakland, and woodblock Christmas cards made by Yoshiko Yamamoto in Washington state.
Follow artists committed to passing on their skills and passion for craft to new generations.
Explore the relationships and influences Mexican and American craft artists have on each other and on our cultures.
Travel to and from the U.S. and Mexico to explore the people, history, traditions and crafts, noting how aesthetics cross from one country to another and back again in an organic and ongoing cultural exchange.
Explore craft practices definitively Californian, from Native Americans continuing ancient traditions, to contemporary artists expressing new iterations of the art of the handmade.
Meet artists, curators and collectors who envision limitless possibilities of craft and imagine new methods of achieving that vision.
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Friends raise money to help fund clean water ministries
Published 12:58 pm Friday, July 1, 2016
More than 660 million people in the world live without clean water.
A pair of Fort Dale Academy third graders are working to shrink that number.
Winn Lowery and Sam Judah McLendon, along with help from McLendon’s younger sister, Ann Knox, set up a lemonade and water stand in front of Camellia City Bakery & Deli Thursday to raise money to help provide clean drinking water for those in need around the world.
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Both Lowery and McLendon selected organizations that help provide clean water to people in developing countries and have been working for a number of weeks to raise funds to donate. On Thursday the pair teamed up.
“I got the idea from a friend of my mom,” said Lowery. “For her birthday, she asked people to donate money for wells to help give people clean water.”
Lowery shared the idea with McLendon, who was eager to help.
On Father’s Day weekend, McLendon set up a table at Southside Baptist Church and raised more than $1,000, which he’s donating to Samaritan’s Purse.
McLendon said the project is about saving the lives of children just like him across the globe.
“Unclean water kills children,” McLendon said. “We’re trying to raise money to get them clean water.”
The majority of those living without access to clean water live in isolated rural areas and spend hours every day walking to collect water for their family. Not only does walking for water keep kids out of school or take up time that parents could be using to earn money, but the water often carries diseases that can make everyone sick. Access to clean water means education, income and health — especially for women and kids.
On Thursday, Lowery and McLendon raised $335 in less than two hours.
Those funds will help change the lives of many people.
According to Samaritan’s Purse, $20 can provide an entire family with clean water using community filters. The organization can drill or rehabilitate a community well for as little as $40 per family.
McLendon said his goal is to raise $3,000 by Aug. 30.
Lowery has already wrapped up her efforts to raise funds for Charity:Water, which funds water programs in 24 countries around the globe, but plans to lend McLendon a helping hand until he completes his project.
Lowery raised $540.
Those wishing to help can donate online at www.classy.org/SJM8.


Our pre-caffeine roundup is a collection of the hottest, strangest, and most amusing stories of the morning. Here's everything that you need to know before taking that first sip of coffee today.
Apple will be holding its annual Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) from June 11 until June 15 this year. As usual, expectations for the event are high — after all, it could bring a new product announcement or two.
Speaking of what's next from Apple, Sprint is fixin' to confirm an unlimited data plan for the next iPhone!
A California lawmaker wants cellphone firms to report how often they release consumer location information to law enforcement officials, but the industry says it will fight the measure, says the ACLU.
Speaking of spying, we use GPS to get around unfamiliar cities and neighborhoods, but here's a new type of location service could be giving you directions from the dairy section to the frozen foods aisle at the grocery store, and tracking every step you take.
What do you do with your hard drive when you're done with your computer? Because one in 10 second-hand hard drives still have personal data on 'em!
In other PC news, your PC is going to die on July 9 if you've got this malware.
More on privacy! Not long after the launch of Google Drive, the company's cloud-storage service, the Twittersphere erupted with concerns about what Google could do with your content. And no wonder — but Google's policy about owning your stuff is no worse than others.
And from BuzzFeed: "This chipmunk in the middle of a meal just found out how many carbs you ate today ..." and 34 other animals who are kind of worried about you.


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Yesterday I got this beautiful postcard. On the front are some views of Belgrade, the capital of Serbia, and on the backside are the Serbian stamps celebrating the Year of the Snake. Thank You for this beautiful postcard Jovana!
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Game Questions & Answers (Q&A) service lets you ask questions about video games for game consoles or PC games. So ask your DragonVale question for iPhone - iPod and get answers from real gamers or answer questions and share your insights and experience with the rest of the gaming community.
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Odd breeding time (Closed)
Ok so after getting really tired of hatching the same dragons over and over again trying for the gold and/or malachite dragons I have a mystery. I just chose willow and iron at random to see what would happen and got a 22 hr breeding time. I checked the breeding guide and can't see any dragon with that breeding time. Any thoughts? It is in the regular breeding cave which has not been upgraded yet.
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Ok never mind. It's the new slag dragon. Willow and iron got it.
Answer from: Quinn
It's the new slag dragon
Answer from: Chewy999
Its the slag, to find it in breeding guide you must wait for it to update but if you want to find it faster you go to latest news that's why
Answer from: Itsarainbow
Its scoria not slag that was a spelling mistake
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It could be either Scoria or Slag dragons hope it helped
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Back in 2013 we decided to make a trip to some Idaho backcountry in search of spring black bears. If you want to read more about the trip there is PART 1 and PART 2. This is our longest film to date and shows more of the process and day-to-day challenges we face on hunts like this. It was our most physical hunt any of us had done but in the end the reward was well worth the effort put forth by all of us. Your support either through purchasing apparel, sharing the film, or even leaving a comment on our content helps us continue to make more hunting and fishing films!! ENJOY!!
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