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High Quality Miami Bail Bonds
Florida Bail Bonds Service
When you are arrested, you’ll usually have to pay bail before you can get out. That’s where a Miami Bail Bonds agent can help you out. A Bail Bonds Service can make it affordable for you to get out of jail. Bonds are the perfect option if you don’t have the money to pay up. Rather than wait in jail until your court date, get a criminal Florida bail bonds agent to work with you. Our bail bonds service will pay for your bail up front.
How A Miami Bail Bonds Agent Or Bail Bonds Service Can Help You Pay Florida Bail Bonds
No one wants to spend more time than necessary in jail. Florida Bail Bonds are set according to how much of a flight risk you are and that can be pretty high sometimes. A Florida bail bonds agent pays the bail for you, which means the Bail Bonds Service is guaranteeing the court that you’ll show up for your appointed dates. If you don’t, a bail enforcement agent will have to find you and ensure that you’re present.
Many people find that they just don’t have the money available to pay higher Florida Bail Bonds. Even if you have the money, keep in mind that you need something to live off of until your court date. It’s not always possible to keep your job with something like an arrest hanging over your head, so some people prefer to opt for jail bonds as a way to ensure that they can provide for their family still. The bail bonds fee is 10% in state cases, 15% in federal ones, so this is usually quite affordable. We can help you by sending a Miami Bail Bonds Service agent to take care of everything and explain anything you might have questions about.
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You don’t want to go with just any Miami Dade Bail Bonds company. Choose a Miami bail bonds service that has experience in handling your criminal bond and which will send you a Miami bail bonds agent that is sympathetic to your situation. Our Miami Dade bail bonds staff have seen it all and when you speak with a Florida Bail Bonds Agents from our company, you can rest assured our bail bondsman will be helpful and courteous. Our Florida bail bonds enforcement agent can answer your questions and help you understand the process. Call today to learn more.

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My latest column in the Christian Courier.
What is woman?
This is a question we are not supposed to ask. And is certainly one I am not supposed to answer. But in these few paragraphs I will sin boldly, as old Luther apparently suggested Melanchthon should do on one occasion. As I answer, I will write from my own admittedly particular point of view, hoping that the reasons for my writing become apparent.
Woman is what each of my daughters is becoming – what they are and become through swimming competitively, playing the piano, throwing a football, completing math tests, or reading novels. They seem to do these things more confidently and competently by the day. Each is unique in temperament, in self-awareness, and in their approach to friendship, among other things. But they are both discovering grace and growing in grace.
These two are also each becoming woman in the particularity of their bodies – gaining coordination and strength to test against the world, whether in playful jest or with compelled determination. As embodied, each is also becoming aware of the remarkable capacity to carry life and deliver life into the world, through and for relationship. How will they respond to this gift and gift-giving capacity is at least a question that is posed to them. And they must discern their answer against the backdrop of a culture that says, astonishingly, the body is irrelevant to (their) being/becoming women. Continue reading

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Burberry’s new artistic director Daniel Lee makes his debut at London Fashion Week
The highly-anticipated occasion, attended by VIPs together with Naomi Campbell, Bianca Jagger, Skepta and Anna Wintour, marked a homecoming for the boy from Bradford, West Yorkshire, who beforehand held the highest artistic function at Italian label Bottega Veneta.
Speaking to press backstage, Lee stated he needed to “celebrate what’s great about the country.”
“What’s unique about London and why I’m so happy to be back here is I’m so inspired all the time. When you walk down the street you see people from so many different walks of life living together and that’s something that I’ve missed.”
Iris Law walks the runway on the Fall-Winter 2023 Burberry present throughout London Fashion Week. Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images
Burberry’s FW23 assortment was filled with wealthy textures together with this feathery look. Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images
And it was apparently with this spirit that Lee created his first assortment for the model. His new imaginative and prescient for Burberry will not be a return to conventional British sartorial cues — the beige trench was virtually solely MIA — however reasonably an try to push the label ahead into an edgier area.
English mustard yellow, deep purples and reds and injections of royal blue fashioned the bottom coloration palette for a set that featured bomber jackets and pleated, tartan-inspired kilts styled over trousers. One might think about the late priestess of punk Vivienne Westwood, for whom the London Fashion Week was devoted, giving the present a thumbs up.
But for this debut to be a real win, Burberry goes to want extra widespread approval.
Its new CEO Jonathan Akeroyd has already made his ambitions clear, extensively touting his purpose of rising the British style home — and one of many final remaining impartial luxurious labels — right into a £5 billion ($6 billion) megabrand.
Designer Daniel Lee takes a bow after his first present for Burberry. Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images
Anna Wintour was simply one of many VIPs in attendance. She was later noticed backstage congratulating Daniel Lee. Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images
Bianca Jagger and Georgia May Jagger attend the Burberry present. Credit: David M. Benett/Getty Images for Burberry
Lee’s appointment is a key pillar of this technique, with Akeroyd presumably banking on the designer’s transformative and commercially-successful impression on Bottega Veneta in addition to his spectacular CV, which incorporates stints at Maison Margiela, Balenciaga, Donna Karan and Céline.
At Bottega, Lee made a powerful mark together with his fashionable method to traditional leather-based items, specifically the Pouch clutch — a star favourite — and the Cassette bag.
On Monday, a primary glimpse of equipment on the runway revealed a playful and in depth array of sneakers and luggage, many adorned with fake fur. Chunky work boots and rubber rain sneakers, alongside slouchy suede knee-highs had been simply a few of the footwear choices Lee laid out for the approaching Fall-Winter season. The luggage ranged from furry, outsized shapes to extra traditional leather-based saddle designs embellished with a easy lowercase “b” emblem.
A mannequin wears a T-shirt with the phrases “Roses aren’t always red,” printed throughout the entrance. Credit: Karwai Tang/WireImage/Getty Images
Checked blankets had been thrown over fashions’ shoulders and paired with cozy, classically British Aran jumpers. The English rose motif made a number of appearances although not, as one T-shirt reminded us, in its conventional type.
Long-sleeved tees with “the rose is not always red,” and “winds of change” signaled literal change, based on Lee. “Change for me, change for the brand,” he reiterated.
While the financial fallout from Brexit, a ropey dealing with of the Covid-19 pandemic and the slew of management adjustments of late haven’t painted a very cool image of Britain to the world, Lee appeared decided to remind onlookers that the Isles have one thing extra to offer.
“There is great music here, great theater, great art. I want to shine a light on those things and show a positive side of Britain to the world.”
Top picture: Models file out for the finale at Burberry’s Fall-Winter 2023 present.


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What's changing for UC graduation?
The University of Cincinnati's graduation ceremony this year will be in Nippert Stadium for the first time in decades, forced out of Fifth Third Arena because of construction there.
UC's spring commencement ceremonies, taking place April 29, sparked controversy earlier this year when students heard rumors they might not walk across the stage or have their names read.
Graduates can rest easy; the tradition of reading graduate names aloud as they cross the stage to receive personal congratulations from the UC president will continue. The famous handshake will be with UC's new president, Neville Pinto, who returned to the university in February, and that moment will be captured by a photographer.
What else is new?
There will only be one undergraduate ceremony, instead of two, which means it will be longer – though, UC does not know how much longer.
Nippert is a larger venue that holds about 40,000 people. UC said combining the undergraduate ceremonies will ensure a great crowd and allows all undergrads to celebrate together.
There is no official speaker for commencement and there hasn’t been for some time, but Pinto will be giving the commencement address. Graduates will also receive a newly designed diploma cover.
The Doctoral Hooding and Master’s Recognition Ceremony begins at 9 a.m. and is expected to run for 2 to 2 ½ hours. It will be followed by the Bachelor’s and Associate’s Commencement Ceremony at 2 p.m. The ceremonies will continue in Nippert, rain or shine.
The commencement reception location has changed from the Alumni Center to Sheakley Lawn due to construction.
Graduates will also take a “Senior Stride” that marks the last walk “Down the Drive” as a senior class, with a candlelight processional at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 27.
The construction will also affect the ceremony in spring 2018, and the intervening midyear summer and winter graduations.

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- Oil prices have started off the new week on the right foot amid fights taking place in Iraq
- Palladium prices have marked their highest level since 2001 on surging demand from carmakers
- GBP is grinding higher in anticipation of May’s meetings with EU leaders, CAD underperforms as NAFTA fears overshadow a surge on the oil market
- Equities, bonds, currencies all little changed despite Merkel’s failure in the regional election in Lower Saxony
The commodity market has appeared to draw the most attention so far as both oil and palladium prices have been in the limelight. The former has opened much higher in the aftermath of clashes nearby Kirkuk (Iraq) being a by-product of the Kurdistan Regional Government’s independence referendum last month as the country is one of the biggest oil producers in the world and the Kuridsh-controlled region in the north of the country produces a chunk of Iraqi oil. Bear in mind that Kurds voted overwhelmingly for leaving Iraq, however the voting was strongly condemned by neighbors such as Iran, Turkey as well as Iraq itself. Brent prices are growing nearly 1.5% while the US grade is trading not far away and adding 1.3%, consequently the spread is still remaining much broader as it’s tended to be until then.
Elsewhere, palladium prices are upping more than 1.5% being fueled by rising demand from the automotive industry, marking their highest level since 2001. Let’s notice that palladium prices have gained almost 50% so far this year leaving its major peers such as gold, silver or platinum way behind. On the surface, one would assume that the metal’s price might be already too high compared to other precious metals but it could be erroneous thinking. Copper prices are moving up close to 3% as well which could be a consequence of higher than expected PPI in China reported over the weekend.
As far as bonds and currencies are concerned those have seen fairly muted reactions as of yet. Nonetheless, it’s interesting that the CAD is the weakest currency in the G10 basket irrespective of rising oil prices. The main cause of its underperformance could be fears over the NAFTA negotiations which are pulling in a different direction as opposed to oil prices. On the other hand, the GBP is gaining a foothold a bit being buttressed by meetings of PM Theresa May with EU leaders which are going to take place later in the day. On top of that, the greenback is going up 0.1% but it has yet to get a boost from the bond market as the US 10Y yield is trading just marginally higher (1bps at the time of writing). On the other hand, the German 10Y yield is down 1bps making traders on the EURUSD confounded, a landscape could shift when NY traders enter to the day before long.
After the victory in the federal election three weeks ago, Angela Merkal had to concede defeat on Sunday when her CDU was beaten in the regional election in Lower Saxony marking the worst fallout since 1959. The failure could potentially undercut Merkel’s position when it comes to forging a new government as she has been expected to begin coalition talks this week.
The beginning of the new week is quite calm despite some political risks which came up during the weekend in Germany and Austria. The former could be afflicted by harder coalition talks after Merkel’s failure in Lower Saxony. In turn, we had a national election in Austria where 31-year old Austrian foreign minister and a leader of the conservative Austrian People’s Party (OeVP) Sebastian Kurz declared victory for his party on Sunday as he campaigned for tougher immigration controls.
All major cryptocurrencies have had a benign beginning to the new week which means that Bitcoin (BTCUSD on xStation5 platform) is uninterruptedly hovering close to its all-time high. On the other hand, a technical view could warrant a little bit more cautiousness as a bearish engulfing was drawn during the weekend. Let’s have a look at the chart below illustrating a daily time frame of the Bitcoin price.


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You're Lovely with Retro Fresh and a How To Video
Ahhh, I do think you are lovely! Thank you for stopping by my Stamping to Share blog today!! This card features a couple of Sale-a-bration items that I am really glad to have . . . the Decorative Dots Embossing Folder and the You're Lovely stamp set. I've paired it up with Retro Fresh Designer Series paper. This card is quick and simple, even though I manage to make it harder than it looks in my video!! Just me being me! lol!
Have a great day . . . we've got melting snow today. I might even go sit on my deck this afternoon and listen to the snow and ice melt off the roof! The sweet sounds of spring in MN. Although I dare not get too excited as snow is in the forecast.
Decorative Dots Embossing Folder FREE with a $50 order Jan 28 - Mar 31 (133520)
You’re Lovely FREE with a $50 order Jan 28 - Mar 31 (Wood Mount 133575, Clear Mount 133578)
Last day to get these weekly deals . . .
You can also see the Weekly Deals at my Online Store
I post the weekly deals picture every week, (Monday is always the last chance day!) but by clicking on the link above, you can get many more details about the products that are on sale. In addition, Sale-a-bration is in full swing right now so for every $50 product increment that you purchase, you will get a Sale-a-bration Rewards item!
March is the last month to order your Best of Stamp sets. Just click the above picture to be taken to my store where you can see details of each and every stamp set. The best of 25 years of stamping! Happy Anniversary Stampin' Up! When you have collected six Best Of stickers, you can redeem them for a free stamp set through April 30, 2014 valued at $14.95. I will send you one of my Convention or Leadership Swap cards (I have a lot of swaps after being in SU for seven years and need to downsize my collection!!) for each Best of Stamp Sets that you purchase from me during the month of March. The perfect little surprise in the mail that will be FUN to open up!!
Check out our Clearance Rack!
I always like to check the Clearance Rack out on a regular basis and my customers get to take advantage of some of my Clearance Rack purchases when they bring a guest to one of my events. PRIZE DIVE!! One for the guest and one for the person who brought the guest. Let's have fun Stamping to Share!
Who doesn't like to shop in their jammies? Did you know that every person who places an online order with me receives a hand stamped card in the mail? Unfortunately, if you select "no contact" when you are checking out, I won't be able to send a card because I won't have your address information! It's a good idea to avoid that box so that I can give you the best possible customer service! Thanks!
Have you ever thought (even for a minute) about becoming a demonstrator? The kit is a great value! During Sale-a-bration you pay $99 and then select $150 worth of Stampin' Up! product to put in it! And, if you've ever wanted to go to Convention, Stampin' Up! will pay your $300 Registration Fee as a perk for joining! My group is called Stamping to Share and if you would like to join up under me, you would be warmly welcomed and never pressured. Please feel free to Email me if you have additional questions.
Every $50 product increment that you purchase in Stampin' Up! product through me earns you a Happy Stamper Token. When you have ten tokens you get a free stamp set!! whoo hooo!

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If the last time you painted an Easter egg was in primary school, like me, then you must try this DIY project for painted Easter eggs. It feels so good to mix up the paints, and paint the eggs, and even more fun to display them in your home and create a little Easter cheer.
What You’ll Need
- Paintable plastic Easter eggs $3.95 for 6 at Overflow (try craft and dollar shops)
- Paints – Mont Marte 2 Seasons Summer & Spring Watercolour set $19.95 from Overflow (try craft and dollar shops)
- Paint brush
- Container for mixing paint
How to Paint
There’s really not much to this project. A primary school student could do it (and they do – they have all the fun!) Just set yourself up at a table or desk, with your paints and paint away.
- I used watercolour paint as I like the matt finish they produce, and I liked the colours available which meant I didn’t have to custom mix the colours.
- The eggs I painted were plastic, so watercolour paint just beads and won’t stick to the plastic. To get around this I applied a coat of white acrylic paint over the egg first, so the paint would stick. If you’re using acrylic paints you can just paint straight onto the egg.
- I also painted some smaller polystyrene eggs. I was able to paint directly onto these without an undercoat.
- I found it best to paint one side of the egg first. Let it dry. Then turn it over and paint the other side. I applied 2 coats of paint to each egg.
I just love the mix of spring pastel colours. These eggs would look equally good in soft muted tones, or even gold.
How to Display Your Painted Easter Eggs
So you have your pretty paints eggs – now what? Here are a few ideas for displaying them in your home.
Where do you put eggs? In chicken wire of course! I made this cloche a few years back. You’ll find a tutorial on how to make it at Stylish Settings.
In a glass container. The egg cups are from Big W, the chalkboard sign is from Kmart, the artificial grass is from Bunnings, and the cute white ceramic bunny is from Kmart.
In a bird’s nest. It’s quite difficult to find ready-made bird’s nests in craft stores in Australia, and I didn’t want to kick any of my feathered friends out of their home, so I made my own bird’s nest with some coconut fibre from the garden section of the hardware store. The teal fabric underneath is from Fabric Traders.
Or include your eggs as part of your Easter table setting. The footed plate is from Early Settler.
I chose strong pastel colours as I really wanted a spring feel that I used to get in London at the end of a long winter. Of course, here in Brisbane, Easter is usually the last of our really hot weather and things start to cool down shortly after.
If you haven’t got time to paint your Easter eggs this year, Pin It for now for next Easter.

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Yellow T-shirt for Men
Yellow t-shirts have become increasingly popular among men in recent years. The vibrant color adds a touch of freshness and style to any outfit, making it a versatile wardrobe staple. In this article, we will explore the reasons why you should consider adding a yellow t-shirt to your collection, offer styling tips, discuss popular designs and fabric choices, provide care instructions, and suggest where to buy them. Let’s dive in!
Yellow t-shirts have transitioned from being a niche fashion choice to a mainstream trend for men. The color yellow symbolizes optimism, energy, and confidence. By incorporating a yellow t-shirt into your wardrobe, you can effortlessly elevate your style and make a bold statement.
Why Choose a Yellow T-shirt?
The vibrant and eye-catching nature of yellow makes it an excellent choice for individuals who want to stand out from the crowd. Whether you opt for a subtle pastel yellow or a bolder shade, a yellow t-shirt is sure to grab attention and make you look fashion-forward.
Yellow t-shirts offer endless styling possibilities. They can be dressed up or down to suit various occasions. From casual outings to formal events, a yellow t-shirt can be paired with different bottoms and accessories to create a wide range of looks.
Yellow is a color that is often associated with current fashion trends. By incorporating a yellow t-shirt into your ensemble, you demonstrate your fashion-forwardness and stay up-to-date with the latest styles.
Styling Tips for Yellow T-shirts
For a relaxed and casual look, pair your yellow t-shirt with a pair of jeans or chinos. Opt for neutral-colored bottoms to let the yellow t-shirt be the focal point. Complete the outfit with sneakers or loafers for a trendy yet effortless appearance.
To dress up a yellow t-shirt for more formal occasions, combine it with tailored trousers and a blazer. The contrast between the vibrant yellow and the sophisticated elements of the outfit creates a unique and stylish ensemble suitable for business meetings or evening events.
Yellow t-shirts can be layered to create interesting and stylish looks. Consider wearing a denim or leather jacket over your yellow t-shirt for a cool and edgy vibe. You can also layer a flannel shirt or a lightweight cardigan for added warmth and texture. Experiment with different combinations to find your own unique style.
Popular Yellow T-shirt Designs
Yellow t-shirts come in various designs that cater to different tastes and preferences. Here are some popular options to consider:
Graphic prints on yellow t-shirts can add a fun and artistic touch to your outfit. Look for designs that reflect your personality or interests, such as abstract patterns, vintage logos, or nature-inspired graphics.
Solid yellow t-shirts offer a clean and minimalist look. They are versatile and can be easily paired with different bottoms and accessories. Solid yellow creates a bold statement, allowing you to express your confidence and individuality.
Stripes and Patterns
Yellow t-shirts with stripes or patterns add visual interest and dimension to your outfit. Stripes can create a classic and timeless look, while patterns like florals or geometric shapes add a contemporary and unique touch.
Yellow T-shirt Fabric Choices
When choosing a yellow t-shirt, it’s essential to consider the fabric for comfort and durability. Here are some common fabric choices:
Cotton is a popular choice for t-shirts due to its breathability and softness. It provides comfort and allows air circulation, making it suitable for daily wear in various weather conditions.
Blended fabrics, such as cotton-polyester blends, offer a combination of comfort and durability. They are less prone to wrinkles and shrinkage, making them ideal for individuals seeking low-maintenance options.
Performance fabrics, like moisture-wicking materials or blends with spandex, are great for individuals with an active lifestyle. These fabrics offer stretch and moisture management properties, keeping you cool and dry during physical activities.
How to Care for Yellow T-shirts
To ensure the longevity of your yellow t-shirts, follow these care instructions:
Always check the label for specific washing instructions. In general, wash yellow t-shirts in cold water to prevent color fading. Use a mild detergent and avoid bleach or harsh chemicals. Turn the t-shirt inside out before washing to minimize friction and protect the color.
Drying and Ironing Tips
To preserve the vibrancy of your yellow t-shirt, air drying is recommended. If using a dryer, use a low heat setting to prevent shrinkage. Iron the t-shirt on a low or medium heat setting, and avoid direct contact between the iron and any printed designs.
Store your yellow t-shirts in a cool and dry place, away from direct sunlight. Folding them neatly or hanging them on hangers can help prevent wrinkles and maintain their shape.
Where to Buy Yellow T-shirts
Numerous online retailers offer a wide selection of yellow t-shirts for men. Websites like Amazon, ASOS, and Zara provide convenient browsing options and often have customer reviews to help you make an informed decision.
Visit local clothing stores or boutiques in your area to explore their yellow t-shirt offerings. This allows you to try on different sizes and styles, ensuring the perfect fit and quality before making a purchase.
Custom Printing Services
If you desire a unique yellow t-shirt, consider utilizing custom printing services. These services allow you to design and personalize your own yellow t-shirt with custom graphics, text, or artwork.
Adding a yellow t-shirt to your wardrobe can inject vibrance, versatility, and trendiness into your outfits. Whether you opt for graphic prints, solid colors, or striped designs, a yellow t-shirt offers countless styling options for both casual and formal occasions. Choose a fabric that suits your preferences, such as cotton for breathability, blend fabrics for durability, or performance fabrics for active lifestyles.
To keep your yellow t-shirts looking their best, follow proper care instructions by washing them in cold water, air drying or using low heat, and storing them appropriately. When it comes to purchasing yellow t-shirts, explore online retailers, visit local stores, or consider custom printing services for a personalized touch. Incorporating a yellow t-shirt into your wardrobe allows you to make a bold fashion statement and express your individuality. Embrace the versatility and visual appeal that a yellow t-shirt brings, and enjoy experimenting with different styles and combinations to create unique and eye-catching looks.
Can anyone pull off wearing a yellow t-shirt?
Absolutely! Yellow is a versatile color that can complement various skin tones and styles. Experiment with different shades of yellow to find the one that suits you best.
Can I wear a yellow t-shirt to a formal event?
Yes! By pairing a yellow t-shirt with tailored trousers and a blazer, you can create a sophisticated and fashion-forward formal ensemble that stands out from the traditional black and white attire.
How do I style a yellow t-shirt for a casual look?
For a casual look, pair your yellow t-shirt with jeans or chinos and complete the outfit with sneakers or loafers. Consider adding accessories like a denim jacket or a baseball cap for a relaxed and trendy vibe.
Can I customize my own yellow t-shirt with a personal design?
Absolutely! Many custom printing services allow you to design and personalize your yellow t-shirt with your own artwork, text, or graphics. It’s a great way to showcase your creativity and make a unique fashion statement.
Are yellow t-shirts only suitable for summer seasons?
Yellow t-shirts can be worn year-round. In summer, opt for lighter fabrics and brighter shades, while in cooler months, layer your yellow t-shirts with jackets or sweaters for a stylish and cozy look.

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AP Exclusive: Medicare Safeguard Overwhelmed By Pricey DrugsA safeguard for Medicare beneficiaries has become a way for drugmakers to get paid billions of dollars for pricey medications at taxpayer expense, government numbers show.
Licenses To Grow Medical Marijuana In Md. To Be Awarded SoonNearly a year after the deadline to apply to grow medical marijuana in Maryland, the first licenses are on track to be awarded soon.
MDA Ramps Up Efforts to Control Mosquitoes, Tackle Zika VirusExtra effort is underway in Maryland to control mosquitoes and the Zika virus.
Nutrition Labels Coming to A Beer Near YouBeer drinkers may soon see just how nutritious that cold beverage is due to a new voluntary disclosure initiative.
Billboard Combating Heroin Addiction Removed After BacklashA billboard aimed at trying to curb heroin addiction backfired; a county health department was forced to remove it.
Giant Food Issues Recall Of Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mixes Giant Food has recalled some Betty Crocker Super Moist Cake Mixes that are potentially linked to an outbreak of E. coli.
New Kidneys 40 Years Apart Show Transplant Progress, HurdlesBrenda Hudson recalls weeks spent in a glass-enclosed isolation room after her first kidney transplant, her family allowed to visit only when suited up against germs.
Md. Company To Develop Early-Stage Zika VaccineThe Maryland-based drug developer Emergent BioSolutions has received a multi-million dollar contract to help with the Zika health crisis.
Stay Cool! First Extended Hot Spell Of The Season Is HereThe heat is on in Maryland. Much of the state is facing a Code Orange alert.
Getting Overdose Antidote With Painkillers May Cut ER VisitsA new study says patients prescribed an overdose antidote along with opioids made fewer painkiller-related visits to the emergency room.
Md. Health Officials Work To Tackle Growing Heroin EpidemicThere has been a surge in overdose deaths, according to the Maryland Department of Health.
Young Patients At Sinai Hospital Get Special Day Of PamperingMakeup artists and manicurists took over for doctors at Sinai Hospital in Baltimore, giving their youngest patients a little pampering.

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Thanks to Kim Charlson and the Perkins Library for the Blind, the memoir I wrote is now an audio book for listening through the National Library Service, or NLS. Expressing how it felt to listen to my words for the first time was emotional. It was immensely gratifying and powerful. A few weeks prior to the email notifying me the book was in the final editing stage I listened to the introduction I penned for GDUI’s A HANDBOOK FOR THE PROSPECTIVE GUIDE DOG HANDLER (4th Edition), also recently released as a free digital book available via the NLS talking book and braille library.
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Chiappetta, Ann. Reading time: 4 hours, 27 minutes. Read by Ana Maria Quintana. A production of Perkins Library, Perkins School for the Blind. Animals and Wildlife. Drawing on her skills as a poet and a therapist, the author of this candid memoir explores her life-changing relationship with her guide dog. The book is also available on Bookshare and all eBook sellers as a digital book and print soft cover. Go to www.dldbooks.com/annchiappetta/
The GDUI Handbook’s catalog number is DB92557 and it is also available from Bookshare.
Here’s to a book-filled 2019.


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Whenever you Engage in with slot machines, you would like being without you choose for winning machines. Not one person would enjoy fidgeting with slot online games with luck for finding a prolonged time period. So an individual you go about picking whole slot component?
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Here's who all took the Black Lady home...
Filmfare, Jio Filmfare Awards
In a super exclusive and rather candid interview with us, Varun Dhawan reveals stuff like never before. Here’s an excerpt…
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Here’s an excerpt from our cover story with Alia Bhatt…
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Way to go Disha!
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A self-confessed former addict, Sanjay Dutt knows firsthand what it’s like to be ‘unwell’
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Take a look...
Kareena Kapoor, Filmfare
King Khan, could you be any more romantic?
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Sidharth Malhotra and Priyanka Chopra should be signed ASAP!
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Here’s what Sanjay Dutt has to say about his drinking bud Ranbir Kapoor
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This Blog Hop Wednesday I have chosen this recipe from Smita’s blog Red Spice. She has few recipes but all made with intense love and passion. Do visit her blog for the wonderful experience.
Sabudana Khichdi is a high energy recipe and thats the reason its been cooked during fasts. The addition of Ghee provides it wonderful taste and aroma which will surely compel you not to stop and dig into this super tempting breakfast dish 🙂 Unfortunately, when I made it today the quality of Sago seeds I used was not good and they got a bit starchy and lumpy. But if you use good quality, the results would be quite different and grainy. And yes, the amount of ghee should be generous too, which I admit was not the case for me this time.
Sabudana or Sago in Hindi is a full of starch, extremely low in fat and protein. Sago/Sabudana pearls looks similar to Tapioca but both are different. Sago is made from the starch extracted from the pith (center) of the sago palm stems, while the Tapioca is produced from the dried cassava (manioc) root. In India, sabudana is used widely in fasting dishes and other recipes too. My mom makes sabudana khichadi, sabudana vada, papad, kheer, name a few.
Here is very simple recipe. Since this dish can be eaten in fasting days so no garlic-no onions. It’s very low fat meal and if you replace Ghee with Oil this turns vegan!
1. 1 1/2 cup Sago seeds, soaked for 30-40 min
2. 2 tbsp Ghee
3. 1 tsp Mustard seeds
4. 1/2 tsp turmeric
5. handful of curry leaves
6. 1 tbsp peanuts
7. 1 large potato, chopped very fine
8. 2 green chilies, chopped small
9. Juice of 1 Lemon
Its very important to soak Sago seeds for right time. If you have got the small seeds, soak them for just 30 min and drain properly. If the seed are large in size, soak for 40-45 min.
Drain excess water and spread on a clean kitchen napkin. This step will ensure that the sago does not stick to each other when cooking.
Heat ghee in a pan, splutter mustard seeds. Add green chilies and curry leaves and saute for a min.
Add peanuts and fry for 2 min on low flame. Next, add chopped potatoes and fry till light golden.
Combine in turmeric and salt along with the drained sago pearls and cook for 5 min covered. You can garnish with a handful of coriander leaves. Serve it warm, else it will dry up.
Soaking time may differ because it really depends on quality of sabudana and water. I remember very correctly that my mom used to soak the sabudana in early morning of Monday if she is going to prepare for dinner. While here in the UK, I found that soaking time about 4-5 hours is enough. So, after some trial and error, you’ll know the perfect soaking time.
Be careful to add water while soaking. It is important not to over-soak. If you have added more water, your khichdi will be soggy and sticky.
Don’t tempt to add more oil in tadka as sabudana sucks no oil. You can use your non-stick pan here as the overall cooking time is very short.

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Young Island St Vincent, The Grenadines
Young Island is an all-inclusive, private island resort in the Grenadines located close to the coast of St Vincent. It was one of the Caribbean’s first private island resorts and maintains a traditional feel and excellent service that has been established over its 30 year history. Thanks to its location, Young Island feels perfectly remote and offers a Robinson Crusoe feeling, whilst still being able to visit nearby islands.
Accommodation is in cottages and suites which are either on the beach or up the hillside, each with a private terrace and private garden shower. Some room types have a private plunge pool and separate sitting area, while others accommodate families in two bedrooms.
Dining is certainly a celebrated aspect of Young Island, with an emphasis on local cuisine, a daily changing menu and a beautiful restaurant location where guests are seated under individual thatched gazebos. Weekly entertainments includes cocktail parties and barbecues with a local steel band. The resort is known for the freshly baked breads that are served with every meal, with flavours including banana, cinnamon and raisin. The infamous Coconut bar is just a short swim from the beach, allowing guests to sip the freshest cocktails on a floating platform - certainly a unique backdrop for that afternoon Mojito! Of course there is also a full bar back on the island too.
There are varied activities on offer including tennis and complimentary water sports, plus facilities such as a swimming pool and a hillside spa which sits amongst tropical foliage.
A Sailaway package is available which allows guests to spend a few days on dry land then go sailing around the Grenadines on a catamaran with a skipper and cook. Guests stay on board for 2 or 3 nights, visiting destinations including Bequia, Mustique and the Tobago Cays. Days will be spent snorkelling, catching fresh fish for dinner and watching the sunset from the Water.
Access to Young Island is via Barbados, making this a fantastic twin-centre combination where you can enjoy the buzz of the popular island before relaxing in an authentic, private island retreat. There is a complimentary 24 hour ferry service in operation on demand to St Vincent, where guests can visit a range of tourist attractions including botanic gardens and waterfalls.
I stayed at Young Island earlier this year, and found myself captivated by it's Caribbean charm. If you are looking for a true hidden gem, this natural, lush and very pretty island in The Grenadines will not disappoint. It does not offer contemporary luxury, but what it does offer is great service, with an authentic feel of the Caribbean hospitality, great staff and a real home from home feel. The food is simple but tasty, with the menu changing daily, and you will always be recommended to try one of the many delicious home-made breads on offer which is an absolute must.
The rooms have had a recent soft furnishings update so do not be put off by their slightly dated website! If you can stretch your budget a little, upgrade to one of the hillside rooms with your own pool, which offer fantastic views out across the Caribbean sea and across to St Vincent.
I loved this island so much, I am returning for my own holiday later this year, and cannot wait.
Children: Children are more than welcome at Young Island, early dinners can even be arranged. Unfortunately, children under the age of 7 cannot enjoy the Island’s sailaway package on board their Catamaran.
Airport : Young Island is 15 minutes from St Vincent airport by car and by ferry.
Complimentary Facilities: Swimming pool, tennis, snorkeling, sunfish sailing.
Spa Kalina: A mini spa which offers a selection of treatments including massages and facials.
Meal Arrangements: Young Island is an all-inclusive resort and includes all meals, drinks, fresh fruit and flowers daily plus the use of the complimentary facilities such as tennis, sun sails, snorkels, kayaks and snorkels.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi is available throughout the property.
Currency: Both US and EC Dollars are accepted.
Accommodation at Young Island consists of 30 Cottages which are located by the sea, on the hillside or with views over the Grenadines.
Superior Room: Superior Rooms at Young Island are set around the Island with some close to the beach and some set further up the hillside. Each room has a king sized bed, bathroom, fridge, a furnished patio and an outdoor shower.
Deluxe Room: As above but more spacious with a sitting area and a large outdoor terrace. Most of these rooms are set on the hillside while the other is on the beach. Two of these rooms have a plunge pool.
Luxury Room with plunge pool: An even more spacious room with a large outdoor area with a plunge pool and views overlooking the sea from its beachfront or hillside setting.
Duvernette Suite: A two bedroom suite set in its own garden on the hilltop, offering a spacious sitting room, kitchen, split-level terrace and small swimming pool.

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Nosey is a solid reverse brindle French Bulldog. He has a white crest on his chest. He is all boy, he loves to play and give wet puppy kisses to your face. He is well on his way to being very spoiled. Right now his favorite past times are EATING, SLEEPING and PLAYING with his litter mates. As you can see he hasn’t missed many meals. One of his favorites times of the day is to go to our puppy kindergarten. He is very social and just loves all of the attention. He only comes in two speeds “STOP” and “GO”, which is very typical of a Frenchie. He is going to make a wonderful companion for someone very special. He is going to be about 28 lbs when grown. He is “cubby” and has very bully features. His big “Bat Ears” are just up! His dad is a solid cream French Bulldog and his mother is a white and red pied French Bulldog.
He is AKC registered. At SacRiver Puppies we “Pre-Spoil our Puppies for you!” Full payment is expected one week prior to shipping. We accept MasterCard, Discover, Visa and American Express over the phone and we also take Venmo.
Due to Covid-19 we are no longer delivering our puppies by air. We currently have a pet nanny that will personally drive to your home to deliver your puppy. This service ranges from $375 – $1200 depending on where you are located. Another option if you are within driving distance of our farm is to come and pick up your puppy personally, we love having visitors to our farm. Or we will drive up to 12 hours to meet you, the only additional charge would be for our gas and time.

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- 2 cups uncooked elbow macaroni
- 4 oz pasteurized processed cheese, cubed
- 1 cup shredded mild Cheddar cheese
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/8 tsp black pepper
- 1 1/2 cup milk
Preparation time 10mins
Combine macaroni, cheeses, salt & pepper in slow cooker. Pour milk over top. Cover; cook on LOW 2-3 hours, stirring after 20 - 30 minutes.
Variation: Stir in desired vegetable.
TIP: As with all macaroni & cheese dishes, as it sits, the cheese sauce thickens & begins to dry out. If it dries out, stir in a little extra milk & heat through. Do not cook longer than 4 hours.


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A local congressman is holding a lottery to give his constituents a chance to get a bit closer to His Holiness Pope Francis during his upcoming U.S. visit.
A SuperLotto Plus lottery ticket sold in Chatsworth has hit the jackpot – and is now worth $63 million.
Now in its 30th year, the lottery’s 2014-15 numbers will generate about $1.3 billion for schools.
While most people dream of winning the Mega Millions lottery, for some people targeted by scammers, the dream is too good to be true.
Surveillance video shows a decoy “winning” lottery ticket for $75,000 was paid out for just $75 at a Chevron store, where the California Lottery conducted an undercover investigation March 25. The store manager speaks with CBS2/KCAL9.
The 22-year-old lucky lady credited her 6-year-old daughter with the big win.
A man who says he couldn’t find his winning $1 million Powerball ticket is speaking out.
In Calfornia, three ticket holders had 5/5 tickets (all the numbers but the Powerball.)
Lotto fever has hit the Southland as Wednesday night’s jackpot climbed to $500 million.
The estimated jackpot for Saturday’s draw had been $360 million but brisk sales nationwide have upped the pot to $380 million.
Pending regulatory approval, those participating could be among a few dozen allowed to legally operate in the city – a first for Orange County after Sana Ana voters overwhelmingly passed Measure BB last year.
The record jackpot reached $590 million in May 2013.
It’s been a while, but there’s a giant Powerball jackpot that’s expected to have a prize of $317 million by Wednesday night’s drawing.
Sopmeone is $24 million richer Monday after a winning lottery ticket was sold at a San Gabriel Valley donut shop.
Since no ticket matched all six numbers, Tuesday’s jackpot soars to an estimated $321 million.

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President Obama recently nominated one of the biggest missile defense critics, Philip Coyle, to a high-level advisory position- the Associate Director for the National Security and International Affairs, Office of Science and Technology Policy. In this role, Coyle will be advising the President on national security issues. Coyle told Reuters last year:
Missile defense is the most difficult development the Pentagon has ever attempted and if it (the threat) were real, the proposed missile defense systems couldn’t deal with it anyway.
This soon-to-be-adviser will be whispering misleading conclusions like this in the president’s ear, contradicting experts such as General Henry “Trey” Obering, former Director of the Missile Defense Agency.
As Obering stated when speaking about missile defense testing in The Heritage Foundation’s 33 Minutes documentary, “Our testing has shown not only can we hit a bullet with a bullet; we can hit a spot on a bullet with a bullet.”
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One hundred and eleven Members of Parliament have signed a letter to the Prime Minister demanding that he sticks to his pledge to introduce a new national funding formula in the near future.
The letter, which was masterminded by f40 Vice Chair, Graham Stuart MP, was handed over today in the House of Commons. It calls on the government to implement a fairer funding formula along the lines of proposals prepared by f40 which, from 2017-18, would see funding geared towards improving educational standards rather than perpetuating an inequitable system.
Under the current system, the ten best funded areas of England will receive an average grant of £6,297 per pupil this year, compared to an average of just £4,208 per pupil in the ten most poorly funded areas.
f40 Chairman, Ivan Ould said: “This irrational and unfair allocation arrangement has to change. School funding has become more and more unfair over time, and the inconsistencies in funding for individual schools with similar characteristics across the country are too great.
“f40, which represents the lowest funded authorities in England, wants to see the introduction of a new national funding formula. This would be a transformative achievement for pupils in low funded authorities and that is why f40 is maintaining the pressure on the government to deliver what it has promised.
“In recent months, f40’s financial team has developed proposals and discussed them with experts in the Department for Education. This joint working has been extremely productive and there is significant agreement about what needs to be done…and by when.
“We welcome the Prime Minister’s fulfilment of his promise to baseline the £390m extra cash given to some of the worst funded local authorities to boost school budgets in 2015-16, and this will now be included in future years budgeting. That has always been viewed by f40 members and the government as merely a down-payment to help narrow the funding gap whilst a new national funding formula was agreed and implemented. We now need a commitment for the start of the introduction of that new formula.”
Graham Stuart added “The fact that so many MPs have signed this letter on a cross-party basis shows the strength of feeling in favour of school funding reform. This is about bringing an end to an arbitrary and unfair system – it’s not about rural versus urban, or Conservative vs Labour, it’s about bringing order from chaos. The Government deserves credit for promising to act and now is the time to deliver a rational, needs-based funding settlement.
“At a time when the Department for Education is considering its options, we want the Government to be in no doubt that our constituents deserve swift and comprehensive funding reform to deliver fairness for their children.
“The f40 group has campaigned tirelessly to raise the profile of this issue and has made sensible suggestions about how a new funding formula could be introduced. In the meantime our campaign is continuing with Parliamentary petitions being coordinated by f40 MPs with the help of local authorities and schools to let people have their say. We won’t rest until we have delivered fair funding for English schools.”


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Texas A&M Scientists To Study Storm Systems In Houston
In Houston’s air, there are many aerosols that can interact with convective storm systems: marine and urban aerosols, smoke from industry and dust. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) recently funded a new field campaign to study to help atmospheric scientists better understand how aerosols affect storm systems.
The TRACER campaign, short for Tracking Aerosol Convection Interactions Experiment, is a co-operated field study that will be carried out by the DOE Atmospheric Radiation Measurement (ARM) user facility through Sept. 30, 2022. Several Texas A&M University scientists from the Department of Atmospheric Sciences in the College of Geosciences will be an integral part of the field research.
Anita Rapp, associate professor, is serving as principal investigator, with co-investigators Sarah Brooks, professor, and Christopher Nowotarski, associate professor. They are leading a research team of graduate and undergraduate students to conduct a series of observations and experiments during the TRACER intensive operational period.
During the campaign, the Texas A&M team and scientists from different laboratories and universities around the nation will use numerous instruments to collect data on aerosols and atmospheric characteristics to learn more about aerosol-cloud interactions in storm systems over the Houston area.
“To improve our understanding of the interactions between aerosols and convective systems, we need to understand both aerosol and meteorological conditions of the atmosphere,” Rapp said. “However, one of the difficulties in understanding the impact of aerosols on storms, especially from an observational standpoint, lies in separating the effects of aerosols from effects of the background meteorology.”
In Houston, for example, the sea breeze, soot, dust and smoke emitted by industrial pollution sources and urban heat island all contribute to different aerosol and meteorology background conditions, raising the uncertainty of predicting aerosol’s impact on convection and climate in models.
To cope with this challenge, the DOE deployed a suite of different platforms supplied by ARM at four locations outside Houston.
“But the DOE sites are fixed, that’s where when we come in,” Brooks said. “The sea breeze – which can help initiate storms – moves, so we need to be mobile to measure the meteorology and aerosol properties where the convection is developing.”
A new Texas A&M mobile van will be deployed to carry the instruments to different places so that all sides of the sea breeze can be utilized.
The team will collect data using a variety of instruments to analyze samples of dust, sea salt, pollen, soot particles and other matter. The Texas A&M team will also launch weather balloons to measure profiles of temperature, relative humidity and wind of the atmosphere.
All data collected during the campaign will be saved in the DOE archive and freely accessible online.
“Houston experiences a wide range of meteorology and aerosol conditions, so the research results will be applicable beyond the Houston area in other major cities around the world as well,” Brooks said.


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The final How to Train Your Dragon sequel is an exhilarating animated adventure with a top flight voice cast including Cate Blanchett, America Ferrera and Jay Baruchel. Now chief and ruler of Berk alongside Astrid, Hiccup has created a gloriously chaotic dragon utopia. When the sudden appearance of female Light Fury coincides with the darkest threat their village has ever faced, Hiccup and Toothless must leave the only home they’ve known and journey to a hidden world thought only to exist in myth. As their true destinies are revealed, dragon and rider must fight together to protect everything they’ve grown to treasure.
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On June 18, 2020, Stone Mills Township issued the building permit for the intensive hog operation proposed next to the hamlet of Erinsville. The citizens group and many residents are angry and disgruntled that the green light has been given for construction to start.
The Concerned Citizens for Our Community Environments (CCCE) presented a virtual deputation to Stone Mills Township council at a special council meeting on June 15, 2020 viewed by over 300 citizens. The CCCE asked council to delay the issuance of a building permit by 60 days to give them the time needed to hire experts to conduct their own review of the site plan proposal, because the group has found many discrepancies and missing information in the plan documentation. The special meeting was followed by a regular council meeting. During neither did council move to grant an extension.
At the June 15 meeting, Susan Moore of Friends of Salmon River displayed a map showing spring water levels and the location of an intermittent stream flowing through the hog factory site, under County Road 41 and into Beaver Lake. After being presented with these new facts, Council asked Quinte Conservation to go to the hog factory site, and determine the existence of a watercourse leading from the property to Beaver Lake.
On June 17, Paul McCoy, Planning and Regulations Manager reported that they found no wetlands or obvious drainage channels.
This was an expected response because at this very dry time of year, much of that stream could be found underground. That stream runs through fields on the site where manure will be spread. An intermittent stream and the hummocky terrain on site are both indicators of karst. The presence of karst (fractured rock) increases the chances of contaminated run-off. “Karst channels in fractured bedrock make it extremely difficult to find and remediate leaks. There is almost certainly fractured limestone on this site.” said Jeff Whan from the CCCE.
The CCCE group is now determined to move forward with their own investigation of this intensive hog operation. They plan to hire experts who can examine the documentation and advise on the best course of action.
This operation poses a great risk to public health and safety. “This is absolutely the wrong location for an operation that has the potential to foul our wells and our waterways, and tarnish the lifestyle of our rural village community.” said Theresa Kennedy Williams of Erinsville.


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Finishing School #3
Published: 4th November 2014
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Price: £3.99 (Amazon.co.uk)
Sophronia and her deadly friends are back.
In Gail Carriger’s most recent novel set in the world of The Parasol Protectorate, Sophronia, Dimity, and friends, in an effort to help Sigheag get back to her pack hijack a train. The teenagers unfortunately uncover a Picklemen plot to throw the country into disarray in the process. There are casualties; in order to save her friend Soap from death by shooting, Sophronia makes a bargain with the most important werewolf in England.
This series is fun steampunk for young teenagers, but I still enjoy it. Mostly it’s an adventure, with cross-dressing girls and embarrassed boys having a lark with airships and trains. Each book in the series has introduced a slightly more mature storyline, as the characters grow up.
In general I enjoyed this novel. I enjoyed the writing style, description and characters, and the overall plot. I liked the background it provides for the Parasol Protectorate series, with regards to the Kingaire Pack and Lord Maccon. I didn’t enjoy it as much as the second book though; I wasn’t as engrossed by the story. I am looking forward to the forth book; Waistcoats and Weaponry is a good ‘opening chapter’ to the forth book. I felt as though it were just that though, a filler between #2 and #4, without a particularly strong plot of its own.
Bonus Review: The Curious Case of the Werewolf that Wasn’t, the Mummy that Was, and the Cat in the Jar.
Alessandro Tarrabotti is in Egypt with his servant Floote; officially they are there to have Aunt Archangellica’s cat mummified. Unofficially, Alessandro is on a mission for the Italian Templars, who despise the supernatural community. While in Egypt they bump into the siblings of an old school friend, who are officially tourists in a land that has no supernatural community. Unofficially, one of them is on a mission for the British government. And so the future parents of Alexia Tarrabotti meet.
It’s a funny short story that, as with the Finishing School series provides background to the Parasol Protectorate series. If you enjoyed Alexia’s adventures then this short story will add to the world building. It might be a bit confusing if you’ve never been to Gail Carriger’s alternative Victorian England though so I wouldn’t recommend it as an introduction. Soulless is the best way to introduce yourself to her world.


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Iggy Azalea grew up in Australia listening to 2Pac and Jay-Z, dreaming of making it big in rap. Since there wasn't a thriving hip-hop scene in her home country, Iggy relocated to the U.S. and started making moves. She began by uploading her music on YouTube and is already stirring up some buzz with her rapid fire delivery, raunchy content, and model looks.
Musically, she's something like a female Yelawolf, but being white and all, will surely draw comparisons to Kreayshawn. Watch her video for "D.R.U.G.S" above and check out "PU$$Y" below.


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A popular must-see, taste and do event. Arguably one of the city’s longest-running and best original street parties, the 21st Annual Greek Day Street Party even comes complete with all the chaotic Mediterranean flavour you’d expect. Expect live performances, music, authentic Greek street-food and a full-on explosion of all things Greek as part of a month long Heritage Celebration.
What: The 21st Annual Greek Day Street Party
When: June 26th, 11am to 9pm
Where: The heart of Vancouver’s Greektown, W.Broadway (between Alma and Macdonald) in Kitsilano
Why: To celebrate Greek culture.
More info/tickets: Click here to learn more.

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text: According to the director David Young's description, in December 1905 in Quebec City, Michaud, a young seminarian longing for the ecstasy of the theatre, dedicated his first play to his idol, the Divine Sarah Bernhardt, who, like a sudden blaze of light, has appeared in his somber city (Young). Before I see this play, I can imagine culturally defined roles from a different time, but that time isn't a part of my life. However, after I watch this, I have a new opinion. Life, Always have black time, search for quietly, wait for dawn silently. In fact, hope can even be found in the most darkest of times. The environment is worst, we can create good personal life by ourselves and try to help others to change.


As some of you know, last Friday (April 29) was the deadline for bills in the Minnesota state legislature to start moving through the committee process. The Minnesota Vikings' stadium bill was not among those presented, meaning supporters will have to seek special dispensation from an administrative committee before moving forward. The session adjourns at the end of the month.
Dispensation isn't difficult to receive, but the bill might remain in a holding pattern until the Vikings strike an agreement with a local government entity to host the stadium. Minnesota Public Radio reported Monday that the team was nearing a deal with Ramsey County to build on a sprawling site in Arden Hills, Minn. Otherwise, however, all indications are pointing toward a site near baseball's Target Field in what's known as the Farmers Market area.
Some major players in the Twin Cities real estate community are supporting the Farmers Market site, envisioning a compact sports entertainment corridor. Building on that site would also allow the Vikings to play in the Metrodome until construction is complete, eliminating a temporary move to the smallish TCF Bank Stadium.
Acquiring the land involved makes the project more expensive than if the new stadium were built on the Metrodome site, but to this point, no local government will support the Metrodome site and pay a share of the costs. But Hennepin County, led by board chairman Mike Opat, has expressed support for the Farmers Market site if other details can be worked out.
Jay Weiner of MinnPost.com has an excellent primer on the site. Here's the key passage: "A key group of business leaders and a political veteran of earlier stadium battles seem to be coalescing around a new site -- the Minneapolis Farmers Market downtown location -- that they believe would leverage the cluster of activity around Target Field, Target Center and the city's entertainment district."
Time is short, and there are other obstacles in play other than the site. (Most notably: The NFL's stadium financing arm is tapped out, at least temporarily eliminating up to $150 million from the private contribution.) But you have to think that a site agreement is critical if this bill is going to move forward, regardless of the committee dispensation issue.


Eagles Blank Owls, 9-0, in Sunday Finale
KENNESAW, Ga. - Georgia Southern Softball jumped all over Kennesaw State early, posting four runs in the first inning, en route to a 9-0 win on Sunday afternoon. The victory improves the Eagles to 20-10 and hands the Owls their first three-game series sweep in program history.
"We are very happy to get our third series sweep of the season," said Head Coach . "We got a lot of great hits today, especially those first inning home runs from Alexa (Lewis) and Mackenzie (Williams). We also got some great at bats from our pinch hitters late. Sarah (Purvis) threw a great game and our defense was good. Now we've got to get prepared for Wednesday's game at Georgia."
The Eagles needed just five pitches to get on the board as junior Alexa Lewis (Lawrenceville, Ga.) crushed a leadoff home run to open the game. Her third career home run and second in as many days sailed over the fence in right field to give Georgia Southern an early 1-0 advantage in the first inning.
Later in the frame after a hit by , (Snellville, Ga.) a walk to (Rincon, Ga.) put runners on base for Mackenzie Williams (Baxley, Ga.). The Eagle cleanup hitter ripped her fourth home run of the season and first since March 5th over the fence in right. The four runs in the first inning is the biggest haul for the Eagles in the first frame this season.
Lewis added two more runs in the fourth when her two-out single got through the right side of the infield to score two runners and post a 6-0 advantage through the middle of the fourth inning.
Georgia Southern tacked on an insurance run in the sixth inning, taking advantage of a dropped infield fly that was altered by the blustery conditions. (Monroe, Ga.) scored on the play to give GSU a 7-0 lead.
In the top of the seventh, GSU added two more runs with the first coming via a bases loaded walk to pinch hitter (Macon, Ga.). The second crossed on Fogle's RBI groundout to second. The out left Fogle at 0-for-3 on the day, snapping her eight-game hit streak.
Starting pitcher (Warner Robins, Ga.) scattered five hits and didn't allow a run in six innings of work to improve to 10-5 in the circle this season. Freshman Marla Thompson (Statesboro, Ga.) worked the final inning to close out the Georgia Southern victory and the third combined shutout of the season for the Eagles.
Georgia Southern makes the trip to Athens on Wednesday night for a contest against Georgia No.11 Lady Bulldogs. The game starts at 6:30 p.m. from Jack Turner Stadium. Next weekend, the Eagles host Chattanooga for a pivotal conference series from Eagle Field.
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Republic Services of Northern Ohio is replacing its older, diesel trucks by adding 25 compressed natural gas-powered trucks to its fleet, helping reduce unwanted noise and air emissions in the communities the vehicles serve.
According to Republic Services of Northern Ohio, the company’s expansion includes a new CNG fueling station and highly advanced maintenance facility, which will enable more efficient operations and service for customers throughout Lorain, Cuyahoga and Medina counties.
As reported, the new CNG fueling station will enable drivers and technicians to refuel vehicles overnight and the new maintenance facility will enable technicians to leverage the company’s standardized maintenance practices and supply chain innovation to ensure a more durable fleet and achieve greater environmental efficiencies.
“Everything we do is for our customers – from providing outstanding service to ensuring environmental responsibility in every facet of our operations,” says David Vossmer, general manager of Republic Services. “We know that our customers care about the environment, and they rely on us to help them realize a cleaner, safer and healthier future for their community. We are proud to make this investment in our local operations and do our part to preserve the natural beauty of northern Ohio for future generations.”
Known as the Blue Planet sustainability initiative, Republic is defining its approach to sustainability through decreased vehicle emissions, innovative landfill technologies, use of renewable energy, and more, saving approximately 26 million gallons of diesel fuel annually from CNG-fleet operations nationwide.


Before and After: This Blah Bedroom Breaks Free of Beige with a Fresh Tropical-Inspired Redo
Moving to a new place is expensive, especially when you’re buying that new place. After spending that much money, it’s common for aesthetic projects to take a backseat for a while. Sidrah Hammad (@thepoorsophisticate) can relate — after she bought her first home three years ago, “we had no budget to decorate,” she says. So a plain mattress on the floor was her bed for that time. “I would simply change bedding to make myself happy,” she says.
“It took three years to get to the bedroom but it was definitely worth the wait,” Sidrah says. The bedroom features a large floor-to-ceiling window that has a view of the front yard, so it was full of potential — it just needed a bit of color to bring it to life.
Sidrah started by painting the whole bedroom crisp white, which made it feel brighter and cleaner. She decided on a feature wall behind the bed, and used a color wash technique to create a soft mottled effect in a pretty peachy-pink.
The biggest change, however, was the new velvet upholstered bed — the major splurge of the project, and the focal point in the room. The deep green pops against the pink wall, giving the room a little touch of vacation vibes, Sidrah says. She doubled down with live plants, which give the room a hint of the tropics, and some new artwork in complementary bright tones.
Sidrah finished her bedroom redo in two weeks for $2,500 AUD (about $1,866 American). The project showed her that small tweaks can make a big impact, she says. “You can never go wrong with the power of paint this room makeover is an example that you don’t need a lot of skill to take on a DIY project,” Sidrah says. “All you need is the passion, some paint tutorials and your creativity.”
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A Rockford man was shot dead Friday evening in the 1600 block of West 56th Street in West Englewood, police said.
Christopher Prince, 26, of the 700 block of West State Street in Rockford, was pronounced dead at about 8:30 p.m. Friday, according to the Cook County medical examiner's office.
Police had responded to a call about 7:30 p.m. and found Prince with gunshot wounds to his back, chest and thigh, said Police News Affairs Officer Amina Greer. The shooting appears to be gang-related, she said.
Englewood Area detectives are investigating.
The medical examiner's office is also investigating. It listed the location of the shooting as the 5600 block of South Marshfield. Marshfield intersects with 56th Street.
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The mobile RPG gets a PC port; still no Switch version.
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Mobile game players might want to check this game out later this month.
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Two polished mobile titles heading to our shores.
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This popular mobile game finds its way to the west and another portable platform.
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Technique delivers elemental fingerprint of everything from water to wine in minutes
Scientists have developed a new inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry (ICP-MS) calibration method that means users can accurately determine the presence and amount of up to 71 elements simultaneously from any one sample.
Analytical chemists have traditionally used ICP-MS to determine the elemental composition of a sample. However, this technique is best for identifying individual or small groups of elements. The drawback of traditional ICP-MS methods is that it identifies each element sequentially. This not only uses valuable time and ties up the instrument for longer; but checking for more elements depletes the sample.
A team, led by Timothy Bromage of New York University College of Dentistry in the US, has now developed a new calibration method for an ICP-MS set-up that focuses and distributes ions of different masses along a flat plane. This method is designed to detect many different elements at the same time, reducing experiment time to between seconds and several minutes.
Having developed the new calibration method, they confirmed and quantified the presence of elements ranging from lithium to uranium in 15 samples including different types of water from across the globe, drinks including beer, wine and milk, and biological samples such as saliva and blood. Such detailed elemental fingerprints could be used to build a better picture of the environmental factors that affect everything from wine to ancient ice core samples.
This article is open access
M Bäuchle et al, RSC Adv., 2018, 8, 37008 (DOI: 10.1039/c8ra07070a)
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“India cannot fully develop its economic potential until all of its children receive a proper education” was said by Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys Technologies, in a Fundraising event of The Akshaya Patra Foundation held at Milpitas, California, United States, on 17 November 2012. Murthy also sits on the advisory board of the Akshaya Patra Foundation USA.
Speaking to India-West before the evening event at the India Community Center in Milpitas, Murthy said, “One of the most important ingredients needed for the success of our country is inclusivity through education. Every Indian is excited about this concept,” adding, “We must bring the power of education to every poor child in India. It is our path to global progress.”
With the vision of “No child in India shall be deprived of education because of hunger”, Akshaya Patra was founded in 2000 in Bangalore, India. The Foundation serves a daily school lunch under the Mid-Day Meal Scheme to 1.3 million low-income children in Government schools. Presently operating in 20 locations across 9 states in India, it reaches out to 9075 schools.
The meals are prepared in state-of-the-art ISO-certified kitchen facilities and cater to local palate. The programme aims to encourage more children to attend school and is aiming to scale up to be able to serve 5 million children by the year 2020. The organizers of the Milpitas event mentioned Akshaya Patra’s milestone achievement of recently crossing the one billion mark for serving meals.
“India has been making spectacular growth,” he said, noting that the country’s gross domestic product was growing by five percent. Foreign direct investment in India has risen to $30 billion, said Murthy, adding that the country was also “number one” in telecom services throughout the world. “But there is another India which is untouched by this spectacular growth,” said the Indian entrepreneur, noting that 700 million Indians live without proper sanitation and 280 million live without regular water supplies.
It is certain that the fund raised will be of significant aid in the progress towards achieving the mission of Akshaya Patra; thereby helping the Foundation in achieving its vision. Akshaya Patra sincerely thanks all the donors and the organisers of the event.


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Today's water cooler moment is brought to you by Mad Men . [ SPOILER ALERT: If you haven't watched the third season premiere, stop reading now.] AMC's award-winning drama about the competitive world of Madison Avenue advertising firm Sterling Cooper in the early 1960s returns, not only with 16 Emmy nominations, but with a doozy of a plot development for closeted art director Salvatore Romano (played by out actor Bryan Batt). While on a business trip, Romano is caught in a compromising situation with a randy hotel bellhop by firm partner Don Draper.
The stylish series has struck a pop cultural chord with viewers and critics alike, and Batt has become a rarity on the small screen -- an openly gay actor playing a closeted gay character. A veteran Broadway performer of such lavish productions as Sunset Boulevard and La Cage aux Folles , Batt is also familiar to gay audiences as Darius, the Cats chorus boy, in both the stage and screen versions of Paul Rudnick's Jeffrey . When not filming the series in Los Angeles, Batt spends much of his time in his native New Orleans, where he and Tom Cianfichi, his partner of 20 years, own and operate Hazelnut, a fine gift and home accessories shop.
Advocate.com talked with Batt about his character on the acclaimed series, what might happen should Sal come out, and who he thinks is the hottest coworker at Sterling Cooper.
Advocate.com:What a great way to kick off the new season. Sal finally got some gay action only to be interrupted by a fire alarm and then get caught by Don Draper. The guy can't catch a break. Will Sal's luck change this season?Bryan Batt: I can't talk about it, but that first episode is just a taste.
How do you think people at Sterling Cooper would react if Sal came out?Oh my gosh! I think they'd let him go. I can't imagine him in his position doing it. He is so conflicted and in denial. He was so in denial in the first season that he got married. He's staying in [the closet], come hell or high water. I don't think he can imagine a gay life. In retrospect, there was no gay life at that time.
Do you think Sal's is just a marriage of convenience or does he really love his wife?As much as he can, I think he loves her very much. There are lots of men and women who have realized they're gay through therapy and time and they still do have love for each other, just not in the man-and-wife heterosexual love.
What kind of research did you do to play Sal? Did you create a backstory for him?Yes, I did create one the first season and it's grown from that. I spoke with friends who were in touch with men who were closeted ad men in that time, who were married and had children and later came out. I talked to them about their lives and what it was like. It was very helpful to put myself in that place. I grew up very closeted. I tried to pretend to be someone else through high school and college, so I could identify with that. There was nothing for Sal or gay people at that time. Stonewall had not happened. There was no gay movement. At that time homosexuality was viewed as an abnormal behavior.
Looking ahead a few years, do you think Sal would be liberated post-Stonewall?Wouldn't that be wonderful? The Mad Men world is so dark and tortured that I'd love to see Sal toward the end be accepting of himself, living his life, and not caring what everyone else thought. Not living his life in this closeted, masked way.
I hope the series runs long enough for this to happen.I do too. I want Sal to go to the opening night of Hair and come out wanting to be a hippy, then going to the Stonewall and the riots start. [ Laughs ] Wouldn't that be great? Then we see him later on Fire Island in a caftan with his younger lover. That would be my dream. I've stopped trying to speculate what will happen because what the writers come up with is so brilliant and so beyond my imagination that I just hand it over and trust.
That's what is so captivating about the series -- viewers can always expect the unexpected.Right. There's nothing that's repeated and there are no stories that you've seen before on television. I don't remember a character of this type being depicted on television before -- and also played by a gay actor, which Matthew Weiner wanted. He definitely wanted a gay actor to play this gay role. It's an honor and a responsibility to pay homage to these men and women who did forge through this difficult time and survived it.
As a gay man, do you feel an obligation to portray realistic gay men on-screen?Oh, yes. There is a responsibility to get it right and I think the writers do a great job of that too, giving us the dialogue and situations to do it. One thing I can't stand is to see these sophomoric comedies where the joke is that the person is gay. I don't think being gay is funny. I would never play an ill-represented or stereotypical or negative gay person.
Who do you think is the hottest coworker at Sterling Cooper?Joan Holloway.
That's not the answer I expected.Come on. If every gay man could choose to be a woman, he'd choose Joan. How many people did you see dressed as her last Halloween?
The show has a great ensemble cast and there's such chemistry between the actors that I like to think you're all close friends who hang out even when you're not filming. Are you?Yeah, we're really a very tight-knit group. We have fun on set and a little more fun off set. We party and go out together. I have a friend who writes on one of the big network shows and he came to one of our parties and said he has never witnessed a cast with this genuine camaraderie and it's true. It's very unique in that aspect and I'm grateful for it.
In Judd Apatow's film Funny People , you play Adam Sandler's character's agent. What was it like on that set?It was great. I had a big scene with Adam that was cut. When we think he's dying I go to confess that I embezzled millions from him. It was really fun. We filmed the script as written once or twice then spent the next hour or two improvising. It was so much fun and Adam was just a wonderful, giving actor and we had a great time. It was completely different from Mad Men, but wonderful just the same.
You've written a memoir titled She Ain't Heavy, She's My Mother, to be published next year. What can you reveal about the book? That started one night with a conversation over dinner on Fire Island with Paul Rudnick and Tom and B.D. Wong and his partner at the time. It triggered some of these memories. I started telling a story about playing with my mother's hoop skirt and how I was sent to a child psychologist. They said if I didn't start writing this, they would. It's a memoir and short stories and it's really fun. It's a celebration of my relationship with my mother. From my point of view it's really wonderful; from an outsider's perspective it's really eccentric, but I have a wonderful, supportive mother.
OK, answer the question the world is asking: What does Don Draper smell like?[ Laughs ] Clean.
Again, not the answer I expected.[ Laughs ] Sorry, he's very masculine, but very clean.


Days Gone might not have gotten as great a reception as the likes of other Sony exclusives such as God of War or Marvel’s Spider-Man, but it’s actually a really fun game once you get into it.
It seems that there might be good news for fans of the game on the horizon, though as always, take the ‘news’ with a pinch of salt until we see some confirmation.
The studio behind the zombies-and-motorcycle romp, Bend Studio, is seemingly working on its next game which you have to presume is for the PlayStation 5 since that’s out in 2020.
Spotted by DualShockers, Bend Studio’s lighting lead Jeremy Vickery recently updated his LinkedIn page, including mention of his work on Days Gone and adding that the studio’s next project is now in the pre-development stage.
Fans of the open-world Days Gone are eagerly hoping this means the divisive game will be getting a sequel, but it could just as well be another IP entirely. Only time will tell.
Launching earlier this year to mixed response, Days Gone definitely didn’t hit the highs of previous PS4 exclusives. Personally I thoroughly enjoyed the thing, though it definitely wasn’t perfect.
Despite not wowing everyone, Days Gone has gotten itself a hardcore fanbase and it’s a much-loved game for a considerably amount of people. A sequel would definitely be a smart move for Sony Interactive Entertainment, and I’d personally love to see the world revisited in the next generation of consoles.
That being said, Bend previous worked on the stealth action franchise Syphon Filter. Maybe that’s set for a reboot?
Would you like to see a sequel to Days Gone, or should Bend try its luck with a different type of game?
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