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THE POPULAR Midlands Arts Centre in Birmingham is facing a major jobs crisis following a bleak warning it cannot survive without cash support.
The future of jobs at the Edgbaston centre, which attracts more than 500,000 visitors a year, has been thrown into turmoil after a grim briefing to staff on its perilous financial state.
The briefing warns of a "significant reduction in the number of job roles" - and says it needs pledges of future support from Birmingham City Council and the Arts Council.
"Without that commitment and support, mac will be unable to survive," says the briefing note.
The centre currently employs about 170 people including part-time and casual staff.
Emergency talks are being launched tomorrow between theatre union Bectu and mac management in a bid to save as many jobs as possible at the centre, a mainstay of the Birmingham arts scene for more than 40 years.
The complex is due to close next April for an 18-month refurbishment costing £13.5 million, triggering a warning of "significant" job losses during the "proposed off-site period".
But the briefing says the cost of maintenance and urgent repair work and a "disappointing" summer exacerbated by the floods has hit the centre hard.
Bectu's national official for the Midlands Lynne Korniak said: "There is concern for our members there and we will be looking to save as many jobs as possible."
One member of staff, who asked not to be named, said: "Staff morale and productivity at mac is at an all-time low because we are being kept in the dark over our futures.
"Senior management need to come clean about their intentions regarding what they intend doing about our long-term jobs. The workers need and deserve answers."
Mac director Dorothy Wilson said: "We are currently working closely with our Board, and funders, in planning the off-site operation which will take place whilst building works are underway and are considering carefully how this might impact on staff at mac."
The Edgbaston centre celebrated its 40th anniversary in 2003.
It offers a vast range of arts activities, from puppetry to poetry, films, fashion, dance and drama.


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Spoilers ahead for She-Ra & The Princesses of Power Season 3. Adora's history with the Princesses and the Horde just got way more complicated. So if and when She-Ra returns for Season 4, there are a lot of threats coming for all of Etheria — and new mysteries for the Best Friend Squad to solve.
Update: She-Ra & The Princesses of Power will return for Season 4 on Nov. 5, Netflix confirmed in a press release.
Earlier: Netflix has not made an advanced announcement about a She-Ra renewal. However, it seems extremely likely that She-Ra will continue. In an interview with Animation Magazine, creator Noelle Stevenson revealed that she basically already has the fourth season planned. Here's what she said back in November 2018:
"Once the first season was green-lit, we were immediately boarding, designing, and writing. When I first pitched the show, I approached it as if had one season, but we now have four arcs of 13 episodes done. I had ideas for the big overall scheme for the show. The first thing I did was create a vision board, pulling inspiration from a variety of sources. I had the incredible luxury of working with a team of great writers. It was great to brainstorm and come up with this rich world in great detail. Get a lot of ideas and throw everything at the wall and see what sticks."
At the time, she wasn't specific about whether or not those 42 episodes were "done" as in, like, animated and edited and all of that... or just planned and written. However, the first season of Stevenson's adaptation was a hearty 13 episodes, and then Season 2 and Season 3 have had seven and six episodes, respectively. That's only half of that "four arc" promise... so there could be anywhere between two and four more seasons of She-Ra sitting in a metaphorical box somewhere and ready to go.
Hopefully, things will continue at the same pace, because Season 4 can't come soon enough after all that happened in Season 3. What started as a gritty adventure in the Crimson Waste turned into a world-shattering quest. There are now portals to other worlds! New alliances! The possibility of certain characters returning! New bad guys that are looking for the other bad guys! The world of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power almost literally exploded in Season 3, and the multiple cliffhangers at the end of Episode 6 opens up the possibility for so many more dangerous adventures.
Most importantly, Adora is finally learning more about where she came from before the Horde adopted her... or kidnapped her, depending on your point of view. For fans still holding out hope that He-Man and other Masters of the Universe characters will join the show, the reveals about other worlds and Adora's origin bring us closer to that possibility. Just stay wary, because you know that if Stevenson ever brings a character whose name is literally "He-Man" to this fiercely feminist series, there's going to be some kind of twist.
Since Season 2 of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power dropped in April, and we've now been gifted with Season 3 in August... there's not really a good way to know when the next season would arrive. It could be four months, it could be next year. Just rest assured that it will probably, most likely, fingers crossed, for sure be happening.
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A CANADIAN businessman accused of murdering a Briton and taking his identity claimed that footballer David Platt was his cousin, a court heard yesterday.
Albert Walker, 52, even boasted he was the former England captain's business manager while living under the name of his alleged victim, Ronald Platt, Exeter Crown Court was told.
At the time he made the claim, Mr Walker was living in Woodham Water, Essex, where he ran a therapy business.
The court heard that Mr Walker, who denies murder, claimed he handled investments for the footballer when calls arrived at his office for someone called David.
The body of his alleged victim, Ronald Platt, was hauled up in fishing nets by a Devon trawler on 28 July 1996. It was identified by his Rolex watch. The prosecution has claimed that Mr Walker fled to Britain in 1990 from financial and marital problems in Canada, and later befriended Ronald Platt a television repair man, in Harrogate, Yorkshire.
He subsequently paid for Mr Platt and his girlfriend to start a new life in Canada - and assumed Mr Platt's identity in Britain. The prosecution has alleged that Mr Platt was murdered after returning from Canada to Britain in 1995.
Mr Walker, the prosecution alleges, murdered him by throwing Ron Platt's anchor-weighted body from his yacht, the Lady Jane, off the South Devon coast on 20 July 1996.
Yesterday, the therapist Isobel Rogers, who worked for the Solutions in Therapy business run by "Ron Platt" in Essex, told the court how Mr Walker told her of his background.
He told her he had lived in Vermont, in the United States, and in Liverpool, had been a banker in the US and Europe. Mrs Rogers said that Mr Walker told her he had seven children in New York and Canada, and had a brother and a cousin, both called David. "He made out David Platt the footballer was his cousin," Mrs Rogers said.
On 21 July 1996, he telephoned her saying he had had a "bad accident" on his boat, she said. "He said he fell and had hurt his head and chest, and had hurt himself pulling heavy things off the boat."
Audrey Mossman said she lived close to the house in Woodham Walter where in the autumn of 1994 a couple who introduced themselves as Ron and Noel Platt moved in. The court has been told that "Noel" was the name assumed by Walker's daughter Sheena, who was 15 when she left Canada with him in 1990.
Mr Walker and his daughter were posing as man and wife when they moved to Essex from Tiverton, Devon, the Crown has told the jury.
Frank Johnson, a retired businessman from Woodham Walter, said in a statement that he became friendly with the man he knew as Ron Platt, who said he had been an international banker.
Mr Johnson said he decided to offer "Ron" a proposition, and lent him pounds 200,000 at zero interest in April 1995, to invest for three years. "Platt" later gave him cheques for pounds 25,000 and pounds 5,000, money he said was from the investment.
The trial continues today.
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Michelin has launched a new CrossClimate tyre to take on the demanding conditions in which European van drivers increasingly operate. Having successfully rolled out the “summer tyre with winter capabilities” to the consumer market with two iterations of CrossClimates for cars and an SUV version, Michelin has extended the concept to light commercial operators with the Agilis CrossClimate. To mark its launch, Michelin demonstrated the tyre’s winter characteristics at a special test site in the French Alps. With the so-called Beast from the East providing the most extreme winter driving conditions the UK has seen in more than a decade as Tyres & Accessories goes to print, the appeal of products to handle such conditions while also suiting the mostly moderate climate in a market disinclined to fit winter tyres seems likely to receive at least a short-term boost.

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Have you seen the cool new way to make DIY signs with your Cricut or Cameo? Making a reverse canvas takes a lot of the work and materials out of creating your own DIY farmhouse signs. This process is quick and easy and makes for a great custom gift!
I am continuing my DIY Wood Sign Series with this next one, “How Great Thou Art”. This design is similar to the first sign of the series (which you can take a look at here: Great is thy faithfulness ) although this one is a bit cheaper to make and has a little more rustic […]
This sign making hack will change the way you DIY wood signs forever! Here's how to prevent stencil bleeding when making wood signs, which is such an annoying problem. If you're wondering how to stencil on wood, this trick will save you from the frustration of paint bleeding under the stencils for wood signs.

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PHOTOS: Torch for the Special Olympics International Games passes through Hyattsville
BY CAROLINE SELLE — On May 26, Hyattsville business owners, members of the city council, and many city employees including the Hyattsville City Police Department (HCPD) passed the Special Olympics International Games torch through a stretch of Route 1 as part of the Unified Relay Across America.
The torch is headed to Los Angeles, Ca. by way of Baltimore, Annapolis, and Cincinnati, Oh., and the relay is scheduled to take place over 46 days over three simultaneous routes in all fifty states beginning in Washington, D.C., Augusta, Maine, and Miami, Fl. Hyattsville participants took on pieces of the Mount Rainier to College Park segment of the central (D.C. to California) route.
Local business owners Chris Vigilante of Vigilante Coffee and Chris Davidson and Chris Militello of Arrow Bicycle participated in the first segment, while Mike Franklin of Franklin’s Restaurant, Brewery and General Store cheered them on. City council members, including the newly elected mayor and former council president Candace Hollingsworth, former Mayor Marc Tartaro, and City Administrator Tracey Nicholson took on the next piece of the relay. At the third stop, City Clerk Laura Reams handed off the torch to HCPD Officer Lt. Alexander.
Over a dozen Hyattsville residents came to watch, and employees of local restaurants leaned out of doors as the relay passed by. Jimmy Johns employees handed spectators and participants mini sandwiches, and Vigilante coffee had a mobile cold brewed coffee stand.
“I’ve seen the Olympic torch go by, and I thought it would be fun to come out here and for my son to see this,” said Angie Gaspar.
Sue Lepresti watched with family and friends. “We have a close friend that’s involved in the Special Olympics,” she said. “[Watching] feels like giving back and support.”
“The whole support behind Special Olympics is just really phenomenal,” said Kaye Stauder. “[These athletes] are capable of achieving things in their own right. … It’s fun to be a part of that.”
Participants wore red Special Olympics t-shirts and had a police escort, which temporarily closed down parts of Route 1 and side streets from Rhode Island Avenue in D.C. and into College Park.

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The 2nd International Exhibition RAIL EXPO 2018 is aiming at giving you accurate and updated view of Ukrainian rail transportation market, which is growing steadily and therefore seeking new technologies and technical solutions. By attending this Exhibition, you will get a bright opportunity to discover encouraging business challenges and form your own opinion about investment attractiveness of Ukrainian rail market.
Ukrainian railways are in the world’s Top-10 list due to the following:
The largest European railway company Ukrzaliznytsia, PJSC is currently going through a transformation; the liberalization of rail transportation market together with the developing competitive environment is creating excellent conditions for new players.
According to the investment scenario, Ukraine needs around 69,000 new freight cars and almost 300 locomotives by 2020. In addition, up to 55,000 cars and 520 locomotives are to be repaired and upgraded.
The successive technical and technological modernization will allow Ukrainian railways to become a strong player on the Eurasian overland cargo transportation market due to favourable transit location, access to 18 maritime ports of the Azov-Black Sea basin, developed network of railways and huge cargo potential. Ukrainian rail transportation market is on the threshold of significant changes!
The international exhibition Rail Expo 2018 focuses precisely on the railway industry and brings together the public and private sectors from around the world. With this exhibition, we are creating a platform for transnational exchange of experience, as well as establishing trends and prerequisites for rapid positive changes on the railways. The Rail Expo 2018 exhibition brings together world leading rail brands with thousands of potential customers - professional managers who influence the decision-making in their companies.

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Nathan created a beautiful handcrafted pair of boots for me with gorgeous artistic details. I ordered them to compliment my RenFaire costumes, but can see that i will Be wearing them outside the faire setting as they are fabulous. Thank you so much. I love them!
Thank you Tammy! It was a pleasure working on these, and the end result was stunning. I look forward to seeing pics of you wearing them with your favorite Renaissance costumes, or your casual outfits!
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Thank you Nathan and team for keeping this dying craft alive. I love them.
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We can have an environmentalism that ignores the fundamental causes of environmental problems, including lucrative careers treating overshoot’s many symptoms. Just not a successful environmentalism.
by Leon Kolankiewicz
Veteran population campaigners like me have long lamented the fact that at both the national and international scales, the environmental establishment (Big Green) and climate activists alike have for decades either avoided or disparaged the population issue out of some combination of cowardice, calculation, apathy, ignorance, inconvenience, ideology, political expedience, or hypocrisy.
Unfortunately this domain of deniers is not alone. I hate to say it, but most of my fellow environmental professionals – those who have the formal education and technical training to make a career out of managing or protecting the environment, in the public or the private sector – are pretty much in the same denialist or apathetic camp as the activists.
I have built a career as an environmental professional that now spans several decades, working both for government agencies charged with conservation and management of the environment and natural resources, and as a private contractor to those same agencies, analyzing the potential effects of their proposed projects on the environment. As a consultant to a dozen or more federal agencies, I have helped prepare scores of Environmental Impact Statements (EISs) and Environmental Assessments (EAs) under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) in the United States. NEPA is sometimes referred to as the “Magna Carta” of American environmental laws. I like to call it the “Look Before You Leap” Act.
Many if not most of the projects (“proposed actions” in NEPA parlance) whose impacts I have helped analyze, predict, and disclose to the public and decision-makers are a direct consequence of human population size or growth. They run the gamut of notoriously environmentally-damaging actions: new water supply dams and reservoirs, flood control projects, coal-fired power plants, electricity transmission lines, wind farms, oil and gas drilling on public lands, new roads or road expansions, gas and water pipelines, even a uranium mine.
The NEPA analyses I have prepared or managed, and many NEPA documents I have reviewed on behalf of agencies with jurisdiction over the decision in question, almost always clearly divulge the population connection. At the beginning of an EIS, in a mandatory section called the “Purpose and Need” of the proposed action, it’s virtually always made quite explicit that the increasing population of, say, water or electricity consumers (i.e., new residents, businesses, or industries) is driving the demand for a new environmentally damaging power plant, or dam and reservoir. Proposed state-of-the-art water or energy conservation and efficiency measures are simply not enough to offset the predicted increase in demand of electricity or water supply as a result of projected population growth.
And yet from what I have observed over the years, the environmental professionals themselves, those who draft these documents, have little or no interest in addressing the “root causes” of increasing human populations – whether from excessive fertility or immigration or both – which imposes an additional burden or “load” on environmental resources. Perhaps it’s the cynic in me, but I suspect that many in my profession acknowledge that it’s such perpetual growth that keeps them gainfully employed. After all, if there weren’t always new projects in the pipeline – to meet the ever-rising demands of more and more consumers – they (we) might be out of a job or even a career.
Some years back, I was an active member in a state-wide professional organization called the California Association of Environmental Professionals (AEP), whose aim was professional development and improving the quality and accuracy of environmental assessments. We were an eclectic, California-based organization of a thousand or more practicing wildlife and fisheries biologists, foresters, civil and environmental engineers, soil scientists, climatologists, archeologists and paleontologists, cultural resources specialists, environmental planners, geographers, geologists, cartographers and geographic information specialists, experts in such fields as air quality and noise modeling, sociologists and economists, and others of this ilk.
One year, I was president of the Orange County Chapter of AEP and helped organize our annual statewide conference in Newport Beach, in the very heart of the toney seaside community made famous or infamous by “Real Housewives of Orange County.” As keynote speaker, I lined up the distinguished MIT professor Henry W. Kendall, a co-founder and board chair of the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS), as well as a Nobel Laureate in Physics.
On behalf of UCS, Professor Kendall had recently spearheaded the “World Scientists Warning to Humanity,” a hard-hitting manifesto on the plight of humanity and the environment, signed by some 1,700 of the leading scientists in the world, including the majority of the recipients of the Nobel Prize in the sciences (physics, chemistry, physiology or medicine).
The Warning, published in 1992, started with a declaration that I have since seen repeated many times: “Human beings and the natural world are on a collision course.”
It had a major section focused on population, which started out with this unflinching message:
The earth is finite. Its ability to absorb wastes and destructive effluent is finite. Its ability to provide food and energy is finite. Its ability to provide for growing numbers of people is finite. And we are fast approaching many of the earth’s limits. Current economic practices which damage the environment, in both developed and underdeveloped nations, cannot be continued without the risk that vital global systems will be damaged beyond repair.
Pressures resulting from unrestrained population growth put demands on the natural world that can overwhelm any efforts to achieve a sustainable future. If we are to halt the destruction of our environment, we must accept limits to that growth.
Henry’s keynote address to the AEP conference that year (1994) elaborated on many of these themes, and it was relatively well received. However, I also put together a couple of panel discussions, one of which was focused on population growth as an environmental stressor. I thought it was a timely topic, given California’s status as by far the most populous (and overpopulated) state in the U.S., one in which the number of residents had grown by seven million in the previous decade alone (from 20 to 27 million, a whopping 35% increase), and one in which the environmental impacts of such rampaging growth were blatant.
The two panelists I brought to the table were recognized experts and activists on population growth, with decades of combined experience at the state, national, and international levels. I was anticipating a lively, well-attended session. Instead I got three attendees, out of several hundred in attendance at the conference. What a dud.
It was a slap in the face. But more importantly, it was a vivid illustration of the indifference of my fellow environmental professionals concerning the population issue and what could be done about it. The most charitable explanation is that environmental professionals, who make their living from predicting and then mitigating the impacts of unsustainable human population growth, believe that it is an exogenous, natural phenomenon wholly beyond their control, like the seasons or the tides. Or perhaps they see it an issue freighted by too many controversies, unpleasantness, and career riskiness.
I won’t elaborate on the uncharitable explanations.
Over my long career, this vivid experience stands out, but it is not a one-off. Unfortunately, it’s the norm. Yet as I stated at the outset, environmental professionals are not outliers when it comes to eschewing overpopulation, but all too typical. In fact, the environmental activist establishment is still worse.
Take the Union of Concerned Scientists (UCS) for example. Today, if you search online for their original (1992) World Scientists Warning to Humanity, you can still find it at the UCS website. But before you ever read the message, you are treated to this woke disclaimer:
UCS is maintaining this page as part of our history. However, we understand that elements of this letter are deeply problematic. Specifically, centering population—with only a cursory nod to the consumption of wealthy nations and the wealthiest people—is a narrative rooted in colonialism and racism, and current-day unjust and inequitable socioeconomic systems.
I used to give UCS-approved talks on climate change, back in the 1990s. Politically correct posturing like this is why I dissociated myself from UCS a quarter-century ago.
I can’t dissociate myself from my chosen career as an environmental professional. But I can lament its refusal to be part of the solution when it comes to overpopulation, rather than merely a passive observer and data collector. More broadly, this unwillingness or apathy when it comes to facing facts and actively engaging with their implications, is symptomatic of humanity’s collective state of denial when it comes to recognizing and responding to limits to growth.


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Kindergarten Literacy Activities. Retelling Stories. Hello Everyone!
Thanks for stopping by our blog to see what's happening in our first grade classroom! This week we are working very hard on "retelling"stories we have read. Learning how to retell a story helps our little learners as readers and thinkers. Story retell.pdf. PowerPoint Presentation. Slide 1. The Lorax-Lessons to be Learned, Activities, Lessons & More! The Lorax is a well known children’s book written by Dr.
Seuss with the first edition published in 1971. It tells the sad tale of the Truffula forest that has been cut down by the greedy Once-ler, who consistently ignored the warnings of a creature named the Lorax. As in most of Dr. Seuss’s stories, most of the names of the creatures are original to the book, and full of allusions and hints. Lorax Project in the Classroom. What was the land of the Lorax like before the Once-ler arrived?
Did it seem like someplace you'd like to live? What parts of your own environment would you be sad to see go? What kind of person is the Once-ler? The Lorax Lesson Plans, Worksheets, Recipes, Crafts, Games - Dr. Seuss Unit of Study.

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Teach good lesson to KCR & family in polls: Komatireddy Venkat Reddy
Senior Congress leader and party MLA candidate from Nalgonda, Komatireddy Venkat Reddy stated that Congress has designed manifesto which will be...
Nalgonda: Senior Congress leader and party MLA candidate from Nalgonda, Komatireddy Venkat Reddy stated that Congress has designed manifesto which will be useful to all sections of society.
On Thursday, he carried out house-to-house election campaign at Pedda Banda locality in Nalgonda town. Speaking on the occasion, he urged the people to support Congress which carved the Telangana state.
Stating that only KCR family members were benefited in the TRS rule, and their wealth increased manifold. He accused the TRS leaders of brutal murder of his follower Boddupally Srinivas in Nalgonda town and alleged that he had also targeted him, too.
He appealed the people that “we have to change our lives by teaching good lesson KCR and his family members in the forthcoming elections who played with the lives of all sections of society in the past four years.
He listed out failures of the TRS government and assured cent per cent implementation of election manifesto to realize the dreams of the people.
Hundreds of workers of other parties joined Congress during the campaign.
He was accompanied by Nalgonda municipal chairperson Boddupally Laxmi, former DCC president Vangala Swamy Goud, Municipal vice chairman Burri Srinivas Reddy, town president Gummula Mohan Reddy , Alli Subhash, Gogula Srinivas Yadav, Latif, Kavitha and others participated.


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Dale Winton’s best bits on hit TV show ‘Supermarket Sweep’
Dale Winton's agent announced tonight the TV presenter has died aged 62.
The TV personality was the face of hit quiz show ‘Supermarket Sweep’, the National Lottery game show, In It to Win It and Hole in the Wall.
Winton began life on the TV in 1987, working for Channel 4, Lifestyle Channel and ITV.
The hit TV show, Supermarket Sweep, was a popular quiz show among British viewers, giving contestants 60 seconds to swipe as many items from a supermarket as possible, all while answering questions from Dale, the host.
Tributes have rolled in for the 62 year-old who had an adoring audience.
Celebrity news: TV presenter, Dale Winton, dies, and 62. How did he die?
How did Dale Winton die?
Few details have been released about the TV host's death.
Dale Winton was beloved by his audience
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Commentary on guidelines for landslide susceptibility, hazard and risk zoning for land use planning
The Commentary has been prepared to:ÃÃÂâ·Provide background notes to explain the reasons for adopting the provisions of the guideline.ÃÃÂâ·Elaborate on some parts of the guidelineÃÃÂâ·Provide references for additional reading.The commentary is not meant to be a textbook on Landslide Susceptibility, Hazard and Risk Zoning.There have been examples of landslide susceptibility and hazard zoning in use since the 1970s (e.g. Brabb et al., 1972; Nilsen, et al., 1979; Kienholz, 1978). The hazard and risk maps have usually incorporated the estimated frequency of landsliding in a qualitative sense rather than quantitatively. These examples of zoning have generally been used to manage landslide hazard in urban areas by excluding development in some higher hazard areas and requiring geotechnical engineering assessment of slope stability before development is approved in other areas. In some countries landslide susceptibility, hazard and risk maps are being introduced across the country. For example the PPR (Plans de Prevention des Riques Naturels Previsibles) in France and the Cartes de Dangers or Gefahrenkarten in Switzerland are carried out at the Canton level but with Federal funding support (Leroi et al., 2005).


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At just 23, Wellington musician Grayson Gilmour has already released five solo discs and toured the world twice with his band So So Modern. He's here to play some tunes and talk about being an independent musician.
Continuing our celebration of New Zealand music, Associate Minister for Arts, Culture and Heritage, Judith Tizard, is here talk about her annual New Zealand music quiz .
Gary McCormick has been following the tragic case of convicted murderer Lipine Sila in Christchurch.
Chef Simon Holst is here for the final of his series on school lunches and after school snacks. He'll whip us up some alphabet soup, cheesy spread and a chocolate zucchini cake .
Plunket national safety advisor Sue Campbell is here with advice on keeping young children safe this winter .
Children's craft expert Fifi Colston is going ballistic again with a contraption she calls a mini flinger .
It's getting to the time of year when we just want to hibernate. But psychologist John Aiken is going to tell us how to banish those winter blues.
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Just a quick card to share tonight before I head off to bed. Tomorrow will be a busy day of errands and hopefully some swimming! Supposed to be 84* and sunny.
I broke out my Versamark ink pad and stamped the blue cardstock with Melissa Frances' Summer Breeze Stamps and then added the sentiment over the top. I'm trying to break out of the mold and mix-n-match different manufacturers for a fun look.
I'm not crazy about pink and blue together, but I think by throwing a little bit of red and yellow in, it gives it a fresher, happier feel for a get well card.
Stamp, rub on ("get"), butterfly sticker, and die cut circle: Melissa Frances
Yellow/blue cardstock, ribbon: craft supply
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Chipboard letters: Pink Paislee - Expressions
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I have some altered coasters for you today. I love to use coasters for the base of my work. They are light and cheap(bonus points for being absorbent). They are also great for sending out happy mail since a stamp usually covers the cost of mailing it out.
Paula Cheney had a great tutorial on her blog using Distress Sprays and the new Micro Glaze that I had to try.
This was my first attempt and it came out much darker than I had anticipated. I think the Rusty Hinge Distress Paint on the edges was a tad much. Not the look I was going for, but I still really like it. I also love the old paper someone was using for their math homework or figuring out their monthly budget. I smudged some gesso on the side to brighten it up a tad.
This is the same background paper I used on the first coaster. See what I mean about it being darker than I anticipated! I put a sari ribbon bow on this one.
Here you can see how I colored the photos using either Distress Markers or Distress Ink. She is totally rocking that resin flower.
This is the brightest of the bunch. I used Peacock Feathers to color the modeling paste instead of spraying it after I used the stencil. The edges on this one are inked using my favorite Pumice Stone Ink.
This coaster is a tad smaller than the other three. I used the tiny tattered floral die to make my flowers. They are so easy to make. I did a bunch and tossed them in a jar to grab when I need them. I didn't do modeling paste on here since most of the background is covered. I still stenciled a bit using Distress Paints in Worn Lipstick and Antiqued Bronze.
Simon Says Stamp Monday X,Y,Z Challenge (I used my X-acto knife to trim my papers, a bunch of Yellow (paper, distress markers to tint the photos, and alcohol ink) and my favorite Zip dry glue).
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Delicious Canned Asparagus Cooking Tips
Posted On March 2, 2024
Did you know your pantry’s unassuming can of asparagus is a treasure trove of flavor? I bet you’ve walked by it a thousand times without a second glance.
I’m here to change that and guide you through the simple art of transforming this tinned veggie into a culinary delight. Cooking canned asparagus isn’t just about heating it up; it’s about awakening its potential.
Step Into the World of Asparagus Alchemy
You might think, “It’s just a can.”, but it’s so much more. As a common staple in our kitchens, canned asparagus often waits for a moment of inspiration. I’ve learned to listen when it calls! These tender spears can bring elegance to your table with a flick of the wrist and a dash of creativity.
Preparation Precision: A Prelude to Perfection
I begin by carefully opening the can, eager to reveal the emerald spears nestled within. The liquid cradling them is more than just water—it’s a liquor of subtle flavors. Draining it might seem logical, but wait! There’s a secret I’ll share on how to employ this to our advantage.
A Symphony of Sizzle and Spice
In a hot pan, I create a simple symphony. The sizzle starts with butter and a sprinkle of minced garlic. Ever so gently, I introduce the asparagus, allowing the heat to coax out the melodies hidden in its tender stalks. Then, as if by magic, they come alive, mingling with flecks of seasoning.
From Side to Center Stage
Beyond the simple sauté, asparagus leaps from sidekick to star with a sprinkle of culinary creativity:
– Garnished with grated Parmesan
– Tossed with a touch of truffle oil
– Cradled in a puff pastry shell
Each idea is a new act, a new flavor performance waiting for an audience.
A Recipe in Progress
As we finish cooking, I think recipes should be open to your personal touch and changes. Before we get to the final garnish, let’s pause and reflect on our progress. Tins turned to treasure, we’ve set the stage for success. But there’s more to explore—our asparagus adventure is only just beginning.
Elegant Sautéed Canned Asparagus with Parmesan
Transform your canned asparagus into an elegant, flavorful dish with a simple sauté, a touch of garlic, and a sprinkle of Parmesan. This recipe brings out the best in pantry staples, turning them into a gourmet experience with minimal effort.
- 1 can of asparagus spears
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil
- 1 clove of garlic minced
- Salt to taste
- Ground black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- Lemon wedges for serving
Drain the canned asparagus and rinse under cold water to remove excess sodium. Pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Add the asparagus spears to the skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Sauté for 5-7 minutes, until the asparagus is heated through and slightly browned.
Sprinkle grated Parmesan over the asparagus in the last minute of cooking, allowing it to melt slightly.
Serve hot, garnished with lemon wedges on the side.
- For a crispy addition, sprinkle breadcrumbs over the asparagus before adding Parmesan and broil for 1-2 minutes.
- Adjust seasoning according to taste, and feel free to add herbs like thyme or parsley for extra flavor.
Draining the Can
First things first, let’s ditch the liquid! Fresh asparagus canned in water may hold excess sodium. Snip open the can and pour the spears into a colander. Give them a good rinse; this’ll wash away some of that briny taste.
Patting Dry the Spears
No one likes soggy asparagus. After you rinse them, take a kitchen towel and pat the spears dry. This step is crucial for texture, especially if you’re heading to the grill or oven with these greens.
Got a skillet? Perfect. Toss those spears in with a dash of olive oil. Medium heat works like a charm here.
Keep them dancing in the pan for about 5 to 7 minutes. They should start looking a bit toasty.
Here’s where we play with flavors. Ground black pepper, minced garlic, or a squeeze of lemon juice? Maybe all three.
Throw your chosen seasonings into the pan for a minute. Inhale that aroma. Your kitchen now smells amazing.
Grilling for the Brave
If you’re feeling adventurous, let’s take it outside. Lay those asparagus spears across the grill grates. Watch for those grill marks, they mean business. About 2 minutes per side will give them that smoky edge.
Right before you pull them off the heat, why not sprinkle a bit of parmesan? The cheese melts, the crowd cheers. It’s like a standing ovation for your culinary skills.
Oven aficionados, this one’s for you. Spread the spears on a baking sheet. Drizzle with oil.
Don’t skimp on seasonings. I’d go with a pinch of salt and a sprinkle of thyme. Into the oven they go for about 10 minutes at 425°F.
Breadcrumbs add that delightful crunch. Toss them onto the asparagus right before you finish roasting. Check them before you retrieve them. Golden brown breadcrumbs are a ticket to Flavor Town.
For the Health-Conscious
Feeling health-savvy? Steam those spears.
Use a pot with a steaming basket, a bit of water, and cover. Steamed asparagus need 5 minutes, tops. They emerge crisp, bright, and nutrient-rich.
Let’s trick the palate with umami. A bit of soy sauce or a dab of miso paste can elevate your steamed asparagus. Try it. It’s a game-changer.
Asparagus Soup Twist
Feeling soupy? Puree the asparagus with some chicken or vegetable stock.
Simmer the blend gently. Maybe toss in a bay leaf. In 20 mins, you’ve transformed canned asparagus into a comforting soup masterpiece.
Dress that soup with flair. A dollop of cream? Fresh herbs? Or perhaps some croutons? Your call.
Asparagus Tips & Tricks
- Prep Smart: Keep your asparagus upright in the can for easier removal without breakage.
- Flavor Pairings: Asparagus loves the company of almonds, eggs, and bacon. Plan your meal accordingly.
- Leftover Lore: Store leftover asparagus in an airtight container. They’re good for a few days in the fridge.
Wrap those spears in prosciutto. It’s surf and turf, minus the surf.
Throw them in a hot oven for a couple of minutes. Watch them become the life of your dinner party. Trust me, they’ll start conversations.
Asparagus doesn’t fly solo. It loves to cozied up next to a crispy chicken breast or a juicy steak. Its versatility is legendary. Get creative; whether it’s a side dish or the main event, canned asparagus can shine.
Remember, when it comes to canned asparagus, it’s all about reviving texture and infusing flavor. You’re not just heating; you’re transforming a pantry staple into a delightful dish. Ready to get cooking?
FAQ about How To Cook Canned Asparagus
How do I improve the flavor of canned asparagus?
Spice things up with herbs like dill or parsley. Infuse with garlic or lemon zest for a zesty kick. Quick-tip: Toss lightly in olive oil and a pinch of sea salt.
Can I crisp up canned asparagus in the oven?
Certainly! Spread them on a baking sheet, drizzle with oil, and roast for a golden touch. Keep the temperature at 425°F (220°C). Monitor closely; they brown fast!
What’s the best way to keep asparagus from getting mushy?
Drain well and pat dry. Sauté over high heat for a short time. The goal is to add color and warmth without overcooking.
Is it necessary to rinse the asparagus before cooking?
Yes, rinse them to remove excess sodium and the canned flavor. It freshens up the spears for a more garden-like taste.
Can I grill canned asparagus for a barbecue?
Absolutely! Wrap them in foil with butter and herbs. Grill for a smoky flair. Just be mindful; they heat up quickly due to their tenderness.
How can I incorporate canned asparagus into a salad?
Chop and toss with mixed greens. Add a twist with diced tomatoes, feta cheese, and a tangy vinaigrette. It turns a simple salad into a culinary adventure.
Are there any quick dips I can make with canned asparagus?
Blend them into a creamy dip. Combine with cream cheese, garlic, and Parmesan. It’s a spread that’ll take crackers and veggies to new levels.
What main dishes pair well with canned asparagus?
Think versatile: Layer onto a savory tart or fold into omelets. They complement proteins like salmon or chicken beautifully.
How do I store leftover cooked canned asparagus?
Stow them in an airtight container. Refrigerate to keep them fresh. You’ll have them handy for another quick culinary creation.
Any tips for making canned asparagus more appealing to kids?
Create fun shapes or mix into their favorite mac and cheese. It’s stealth health — they’ll eat their greens without even knowing.
No one said canned asparagus must be a snooze fest. With this article you can elevate a simple side dish to the star of the show. Remember, it’s not just about nourishment; it’s about savoring every bite with gusto.
So, next time you pop open that can, think beyond the basics. Experiment, taste, and relish the journey to becoming a canned asparagus connoisseur!


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Jrue Holiday charged the New Orleans Pelicans bench with a challenge Saturday afternoon.
Coach Alvin Gentry announced before the game that routine starters Nikola Mirotic and Elfrid Payton were inactive due to a pair of right-ankle sprains. The pair average more than 32 points and 17 rebounds so far this season. Payton looked primed to make his return earlier this week after six missed games, while Mirotic’s ankle flared up after Wednesday’s win over the Bulls.
What was the solution?
“We just really have to find a way,” Holiday said. “Some people just have to step up, and we have the guys here that can do that.”
Julius Randle wasn’t within earshot at the time, but the early season Sixth Man of the Year candidate fit the bill, making his second start of the season while scoring 22 points on 9-of-19 shooting and grabbing a season-high 15 rebounds as the Pelicans pulled back to .500 with a 119-99 win over the Phoenix Suns.
Randle started for an injured Anthony Davis against the Jazz in October, but he played a season-low 18 minutes and managed just 12 points, more than five below his season average of 17.6. He grabbed a team- and season-high 38 minutes Saturday, scoring the first points for either team in all four quarters.
“I think he’s done a good job finding his niche with this team,” Gentry said of Randle after Saturday’s game. “He does a good job pushing the ball when he rebounds it. He’s a physical guy offensively, and he does a good job of getting it and putting himself in position to create contact or put it in the basket.”
His nine first-quarter points helped give the Pelicans an early 33-21 edge before the Suns’ Devin Booker closed the first quarter with five consecutive points — a trend that would continue until the game’s final minutes. Randle’s layup with 1:26 left in the first half gave New Orleans its largest lead of the game, 61-48, before Phoenix closed with the final five points of the half.
The Pelicans led by as many as 18 midway through the third after a 10-4 run that included a pair of 3-pointers from Wesley Johnson and Holiday over 2:20, but Booker’s buzzer-beating half-court heave brought the Suns back within single-digits, 91-82.
Still leading by just 10 with 4:58 left, Darius Miller gave New Orleans a bit of breathing room with a 3-pointer off an assist from Randle, sparking a 13-0 run that put the game out of reach.
Davis led the squad with 26 points and 13 rebounds, his seventh double-double of the year. E’Twaun Moore dished in 17 points on 7-of-10 shooting from the field, while Holiday added 19, going 3-of-7 from beyond the arc. On the other end, the 2017-18 First Team All-Defense selection hampered Booker all evening, holding him to 12 points on 4-of-12 shooting.
“You’re not going to guard him (Booker) any better than that,” Gentry said.
“I think it was a lot of teamwork,” Holiday said. “I was trying to make him a passer rather than a playmaker, forcing someone else to be a playmaker for them, and that really benefitted us.”
In holding Booker more than 14 points below his season average, the Pelicans kept their opponent under 100 points for the second consecutive game. As the injury bug has plagued New Orleans early this campaign, Davis said his team’s resiliency — especially on the defensive end — is what will keep the Pelicans toward the top of the Western Conference, where he believes they belong.
“It’s amazing when everybody starts clicking, guys just making shots and playing defense, playing for each other,” Davis said. "When we’re doing that with everybody in a rhythm and a groove, we’re going to be a tough team to beat.”


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Have a new husband by Friday? Is that even possible? Dr. Kevin Leman says it is. The New York Times bestselling author and self-help guru shows even the most frustrated wife how she can have a new husband by Friday. Leman reminds any wife that if what she's doing to get better behavior out of her husband isn't working now, it never will. So it's time for a change. That means it's time to change her own patterns of behavior. Here's how Leman suggests she handle it day to day:
Monday: Secrets Revealed: Cracking the Male Code
Yes, you're different species, but you can work together in harmony.
Tuesday: Creatures from Another Planet . . . or Creatures of Habit?
To understand men, you have to track 'em to their den.
Wednesday: Think about What You Want to Say, Then Divide It by Ten
How to talk so your guy will really listen . . . and listen so your guy will really talk.
Thursday: Think of Him as a Seal Waiting for a Three-Pound Fish
Why making love to your man is a key to who he is and how satisfied he'll be, and what's in it for you.
Friday: It Takes a Real Woman to Make a Man Feel like a Real Man
How to open your man's heart, revolutionize your love life, and turn him into the knight you've always dreamed of.
Women who feel they need a Rosetta stone to interpret their husbands' behavior no longer have to be frustrated. Psychologist and media personality Leman channels his years of professional counseling experience into easy-to-follow, common sense advice for wives. While never placing blame on women for their husbands' poor behavior, the author does believe that wives can encourage their husbands to be better partners by altering some of their expectations. One expectation that should never be altered, however, is that of mutual respect. Leman does not mince words about what to do with men who continually disrespect their wives "dump the chump" is his advice. Specific questions from wives are peppered throughout, followed by the author's sage feedback. Some may feel Leman puts too shiny an interpretation on the aspects of husbands' behavior that infuriate women the most by suggesting that men really do want to please their wives but are often clueless as to how to do this. A wife can only know for sure if she gives the author's five-day plan a try.
Great book. Extremely helpful and very useful information!!!
He is very candid and has good advice.

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In June 2017, I deleted the rear load sensing valve from my 1991 Comanche, and have documented the process here.
The rear load sensing valve system is comprised of (1) an MJ-specific distribution block at the master cylinder which provides full pressure to the rear brakes; (2) an inline proportioning valve for the rear brakes (load sensing valve) located above the rear axle which is actuated by (3) a bar connected to the rear axle; (4) two hard lines running from the distribution block to the load sensing valve; (5) one hard line running from the load sensing valve to the rear brake drop line.
The purpose of the rear load sensing valve is to adjust braking pressure applied to the rear brakes under different conditions. The rear load sensing valve is attached to the vehicle frame above the rear axle, to the driver's side. A bar connects a lever on the valve with the rear axle using a bracket on the differential cover. When the rear axle moves away from the frame (sudden stop, where the front end of the vehicle dips), as the height of the rear of the truck increases, the bar pulls the lever on the valve in a downward direction, resulting in the load sensing valve reducing pressure for the rear brakes. When the rear axle moves closer to the frame (load in the truck bed), as the height of the rear of the truck decreases, the bar pushes the lever on the valve in an upward direction, resulting in the load sensing valve increasing pressure for the rear brakes.
Other Recipes, Why a YJ Prop Valve?
Some recipes for load sensing valve deletion call for retaining the MJ-specific distribution block and plugging the bottom-front emergency bypass port. This method results in 100% braking pressure being pushed to the rear brakes at all times, and can cause premature lockup of the rear wheels, if too much pressure is applied by the driver to the brake pedal. Retaining the distribution block is generally acceptable for the older drivers who grew up without proportioned braking systems, and know how to apply brakes without proportioning.
This recipe replaces the distribution block with a proportioning valve from a 1987-1995 Jeep Wrangler (YJ). The YJ proportioning valve limits braking pressure sent to the rear by 20%, thereby sending 80% pressure to the rear brakes. This proportioning valve is widely accepted to be nearly identical in function to those found in XJ and ZJ vehicles. It has been proven to work efficiently/correctly in vehicles which have rear drum brakes, as well those that have been converted to rear disc brakes.
The rear load sensing valve is part of the vehicle's braking system. Modify at your own risk, this documentation is provided for informational purposes only.
In my case, I decided to delete the valve because it wasn't operational. The bracket the valve mounts to was severely bent, the bar connecting it to the axle was missing, and I had no idea if it actually worked or not. Here's a pic of what I started with:
And the MJ-specific distribution block, in stock format is pictured below. Note that the line entering the front port on the distribution block is the main line running to the load sensing valve, and the line entering the bottom-front port on the distribution block is an emergency bypass line which is not proportioned. That line sends full braking pressure to the rear in the event the front braking system fails.
Here's a pic of our donor proportioning valve, from a 1995 Wrangler, still attached to the master cylinder it was pulled with.
And here's a pic of the MJ-specific distribution block on the left, and the YJ proportioning valve on the right. Don't get them confused, they're very similar looking. The YJ valve has the front port plugged.
The first step in replacing the load sensing valve is to bleed all brake fluid from your braking system. There should be no fluid in the system prior to disconnecting anything.
Next, remove the MJ-specific distribution block from under the master cylinder. Due to flex in the hard lines attached to it, and how tight the connections can be, I recommend using tools which will provide you the leverage you need, like large vice-grips and a proper wrench. Remove all six of the hard line connections running to the distribution block and remove it.
Next, cut the hard brake line that was plugged into the front port of the distribution block (the main hard line) into pieces to remove it. The entire line will be discarded. Start at the front of the truck and work your way towards the rear, cutting a foot or two of the line at a time. You'll want to cut the line in this fashion as routing under the truck and past the gas tank is impossible to follow. You are cutting that line completely out, all the way back to where it plugs into the rear load sensing valve.
Once the main hard line is removed, take a look at your rear load sensing valve. There will be two uncut hard lines still plugged into it. One line runs from the front of the vehicle to the load sensing valve (the emergency bypass line), and one that runs back to the rear brake drop line. Disconnect both from the rear load sensing valve using a wrench and carefully bend out of the way slightly.
Locate the attachment point for the load sensing valve's rod on the rear axle differential cover and detach it. At this point the rear load sensing valve can come out. Unbolt the bracket it's mounted to from the truck frame. The bolts will likely break rather than come out freely. Discard the entire load sensing valve assembly, or send it to a club member who wants a backup. I got a nice set of lug nuts in trade for mine.
Now you have an option. You can either use a coupler to attach the two remaining hard lines where the load sensing valve was, or you can remove both lines and run a single hard line from the front of the truck to the rear brake drop line. My hard lines were in good shape, so I opted to couple them...
Next, use a 3/16" brake line coupler, available at any auto parts store (NAPA part number G60693-0303), to connect the two hard lines that you disconnected from the load sensing valve. You are connecting the remaining line that runs from the front all the way to the rear brake drop line. Here is a pic from the front side of the frame crossmember showing the two lines connected with a coupler:
And here is a pic from the rear side of the frame crossmember showing the connection to the rear brake drop line:
Once you have the rear sorted, return to the front of the vehicle and install the YJ proportioning valve. All of port locations on the YJ proportioning valve match the MJ-specific distribution block's port locations, so connect the hard lines back up the way you disconnected them. You'll be missing the one hard line you removed earlier, obviously. Here's a pic of the YJ proportioning valve installed, with all hard lines connected:
When finished, fill and bleed your entire braking system (front and rear), then perform several tests, starting at extremely slow speeds to test proper functioning.
I deleted the rear load sensing valve from my Comanche eight months ago as of this writing. I am happy to report that braking using this recipe is as you would expect, without any problems, issues or caveats. I have only experienced rear brake lockup when using full braking pressure, going downhill on wet surfaces with radial tires. Under the same conditions, the truck stops without locking up the rear brakes when using all terrain tires.


Canton’s GLE Speaker Range Remains Affordable
Indi imports is smiling thanks to the US Federal Reserve. With interest rates rising in America, many in the audio industry expect the price of imported US speaker brands to head north.
But according to Indi Imports the prices of its German-made Canton speakers range should remain the same.
Right now, the Canton GLE speaker range of 7 models is priced from $499 for a nicely finished compact to $1499 for a large floorstander. Up down or sideways, according to Indi Imports no matter in what direction US rates travel, the price of the Canton speakers in Australia have flat lined.
The GLE range comprises the $499 GLE 416 two-way compact, the $499 GLE417 on-wall speakers, the $599 GLE426 2-way compact, the $699 GLE436 a medium-sized two-way compact, the $499 GLE456 centre speaker, the $1199 GLE476 three-way floorstander and the $1499 GLE496 four-way floorstander.
The model that’s going to please plenty of ears is the $599 2-way compact, the GLE426. It’s affordable, made in Germany will handle 70-130 watts, has a frequency range of 42…30Kz, a nominal impedance of 4-8 ohms and a real world sensitivity of 86.5dB.
Not overly large the dimensions are 29.5cm high, 27cm deep and 17 cm wide. Canton have cleverly engineered each GLE model so it presents a narrow front profile whilst the cabinets retain volume via their depth.
Either way, the GLE426 is well priced and just the size to use in small to mid-sized listening rooms.
The GLE range incorporates soft dome tweeters throughout and uses polycarbonate loudspeaker baskets. The baffles of the new GLE speakers are integrated into the housing that stylistically makes each speaker slimmer and more elegant.
Canton's GLE range is available now.
For more information visit Indi Imports.
One of the veterans of the Australian HiFi industry, if there's a speaker he's likely heard it or owned it at some point in his career.. Peter was formally the audio-video editor of the Herald Sun for over two decades.
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Metro day cares feel pinch after DHS freezes child care subsidies
Fewer parents are sending their kids to day care this summer after the Department of Human Services freezes a child care subsidies program.
Destiny Foster, a worker at Quality Care Child Development Center, said their day care classes have been noticeably smaller.
“We did have to turn away new faces,” Foster said.
Foster said their day care has seen a 10 percent drop in clients and that is now taking a financial toll on their business.
“You’re looking at your classrooms where your classrooms are downsizing because you don’t have kids that fill up those spots,” Foster said. “So that’s a good portion of money you’ll be losing out of day care.”
But Foster said the bigger impact is on the children who miss out on developmental learning.
“It’s a big inconvenience you have, kids sitting at home who could be at day care learning,” Foster said.
In addition, she said if parents are unable to work because they have to stay at home with their children, then that hurts the economy too.
“They’re not working, they’re not paying taxes, and people are not getting paid,” Foster said. “It doesn’t just affect one person, it could affect numerous people just from that one thing being frozen.”


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MP warns against indiscriminate sale of land
A PARLIAMENTARIAN has urged Government not to allow unpatriotic citizens to mortgage the future of Zambia by carelessly selling huge portions of land to foreigners at the expense of the poor.
Bwana Mkubwa Member of Parliament Jonas Chanda said allowing people to sell huge tracks of land to foreigners resulted in Zambians being forcibly removed from the land like refugees in their own country.
Dr Chanda said Government should restrict the sale of land to foreigners except in cases where they were genuine investors who would create decent jobs for the people. “This was why Government should expedite the pre- senting of the revised Land Act and policy to Cabinet and Parliament to address this sad situation.
"In line with the President's earlier directives when he addressed Parliament, I urge the government to urgently bring the revised Land Act and Policy to Cabinet and Parliament, because this revised Land Act and Policy should empower Zambians more in land ownership and restrict the sale of land to foreigners except where these are proven genuine foreign investors who create good jobs for Zambians," Dr Chanda said.
He said he fully supports President Edgar Lungu's recent directive in Parliament that no Zambian would be displaced from their land with nothing.
Dr Chanda said the government expected investors to fully compensate indigenous Zambians if and when they are evicted from their land.
He said President Lungu had clearly stated that investors had an obligation to abide by the national land policy which requires that settlers displaced from the land for business activities are adequately compensated.
Dr Chanda said even the government itself ensures that displaced people were adequately compensated, in some cases with not only land but new accommodation as well.
Dr Chanda said foreign buyers of land working with some unpatriotic Zambians ignored the rule of law as evidenced in the case of Bwana Mkubwa constituency where foreign individuals and named firms were displacing hundreds of Zambians from land they had farmed for many years without any compensation or given any alternative land.

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With the 13th version of the Indian Premier League simply three weeks away, followers are eagerly awaiting the return of Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni. The former India skipper has been away from cricket since India’s exit from the World Cup final 12 months after dropping to New Zealand within the semifinal. The wicketkeeper-batsman is about to make a return for CSK within the IPL, and Dhoni has already began coaching on the nets at MA Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai.
In one of the movies uploaded of Dhoni’s coaching by Star Sports Tamil, the 38-year-previous confirmed a glimpse of what he’s nonetheless succesful of with a willow. The proper-hander was seen smashing 5 consecutive sixes on the nets.
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From the video, it stays unclear whether or not Dhoni is hitting the pictures towards a bowler or a ball-machine. But hitting 5 consecutive sixes, both methods, showcases that the cricketer remains to be succesful of smashing massive hits and light-weight up Chepauk when the event begins on March 29.
Dhoni began his coaching in Chennai from March 2 together with different gamers ahead of season 13 of the Indian Premier League (IPL). The 38-year previous, whose future within the sport has been a topic of intense hypothesis up to now few months, has maintained a stoic silence on what his subsequent transfer can be. He was dropped from the BCCI’s checklist of centrally contracted gamers in January.
Dhoni has thus far performed 190 IPL matches (together with two editions for Rising Pune Supergiants) and has scored 4,432 runs, together with 23 half centuries. CSK will begin their IPL 2020 marketing campaign towards defending champions Mumbai Indians on March 29 on the Wankhede Stadium in what shall be a repeat of final 12 months’s last.


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Governor Hogan Introduces Legislation to Combat Maryland’s Heroin and Opioid Epidemic
Bills Provide for Stricter Drug Trafficking Penalties, Strengthen Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Larry Hogan today introduced legislation that will help combat Maryland’s heroin and opioid epidemic by strengthening the existing Prescription Drug Monitoring Program and facilitating the prosecution of drug trafficking as part of a criminal enterprise. The proposed legislation is based on recommendations from the governor’s Heroin and Opioid Emergency Task Force, which submitted its final report to the administration in December 2015.
“Our administration is committed to doing everything in our power to bring all the various stakeholders together to find the best ideas, and to work toward solutions to the heroin and opioid crisis that has overtaken our state,” said Governor Hogan. “These two bills will give medical professionals and law enforcement the tools they need to attack this crisis from every direction, with everything we’ve got. This problem is real and it demands our full and immediate attention.”
Governor Hogan is proposing legislation that would amend Maryland’s Gang Statute to better model it after the federal Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organization Act (RICO). The federal RICO Act, originally passed in 1970 to combat organized crime, has been expanded and used to go after a variety of organizations, from corrupt police departments to motorcycle gangs. Although 33 states have also adopted similar state RICO laws, Maryland has not.
The governor’s proposed changes would aid in the prosecution of, and provide civil penalties for, drug traffickers as part of an ongoing criminal enterprise.
Another crucial tool to combat the state’s heroin and opioid epidemic, the Maryland Prescription Drug Monitoring Program was created to assist health professionals and law enforcement in identifying and investigating prescription drug use and abuse. However, despite consistent increases in user registration and access since implementation, widespread adoption of the Monitoring Program has not yet occurred.
In order to make the Monitoring Program a more robust tool in the fight against prescription opioid abuse, Governor Hogan’s proposed bill would make improvements to the system while phasing in mandatory registration and use.


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Islamabad – The country of Pakistan has a multicultural society, and one of its major ethnic groups is the Saraiki. Also known as Seraiki, Siraiki, or Multani, are an Aryan people representing about ten percent of the country’s population. The majority of the Saraiki can be found in Southern Punjab, mainly Multan, Bahawalpur, and Dera Ghazi Khan. The Saraiki’s rich culture is an amalgamation of their own language and traditions, Indus Valley culture, as well as Persian and Muslim influences.
The Saraiki ethnic group is settled in the site of the ancient Indus Valley civilization, more than 40,000 years ago. According to the famous Pakistani archaeologist Ahmad Hassan Dani, the word Saraiki comes from Sauvira, which is an ancient kingdom of the Indus Valley mentioned in the Sanskrit text Mahabharata. They were primarily Hindu but witnessed the spread of Islam in the region after it was conquered by the Arab Muslims in 712 CE. Saraiki region became a vital center of Muslim culture, and most of its population was eventually indoctrinated.
At present, about ninety-nine percent of the population are followers of Sunni Islam, with a small minority of Christians, Hindus, and Sikhs. Pakistan was invaded by several dynasties and empires, including people from the West, such as the Greeks and the Aryans. Thousands of Saraikis, mostly Sikhs and Hindus, moved to India following its liberation in 1947. They were given the new name Multani, meaning “people from the city of Multan.” A large number of their community can be found in the states of Punjab, Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Delhi. Their language, also called Saraiki, was recently recognized as a distinct language and spoken as a first language by more than 20 million people in Pakistan.
Language as a Significant Part of Saraiki Identity
Pakistan has more than sixty spoken languages, with Urdu as the official language, which is understood by 80% of its population. As is the case for all Pakistan’s ethnic groups, the Saraiki people consider their language as a significant part of their identity. Saraiki is an ancient language belonging to the Lahnda branch of Indo-Aryan languages. Along with Punjabi, Saraiki is regarded as one of the regional languages in the country and spoken as the first language in Bahawalpur, Dera Ismail Khan, Dera Ghazi Khan, Multan, and Sargodha. It is also spoken as a second language in areas of Northern and Western Sindh, Karachi, and other parts of Baluchistan.
The Siraiki language also shares a wide range of vocabulary with the Persian language. It was previously called by different regional names but adopted the name Saraiki in 1962 to promote linguistic and cultural awareness among the Saraiki people. Their natural flair for poetry resulted in numerous famous poets and writers belonging to this region who in return contributed towards their recognition. However, a great number of important Saraiki literature vanished after its writing system was converted from Devanagari script to the current Perso-Arabic script. Furthermore, many of ancient Saraiki literature are also unreported due to the lack of patronage, although an increase of Saraiki publications has been recorded in recent decades.
Saraiki people are popular for its Sufi poetry and among the most celebrated poets are Khwaja Ghulam Farid, Sachal Sarmast, Shakir Shuja Abadi, and philosopher Shah Abdul Latif Bhittai.
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