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Summer is just around the corner, and if you’ve been knee-deep in planning your dream beach vacation, you’ve probably run across the term “reef-safe sunscreen.” Studies in recent years have shown that the UV-blocking chemicals in sunscreen cause damage to marine ecosystems, particularly coral reefs. In response, sunscreen manufacturers have shifted their focus to reef-safe products—but what makes a sunscreen ‘reef-safe’?
Whether you’re an environmentally conscious beach-goer or traveling to a destination with a sunscreen ban in place, here’s how you can soak up the sun sans harmful chemicals this summer.
What Makes Sunscreen Reef-Safe?
There is no standardized definition “‘reef-safe”, but it is commonly accepted that reef-safe sunscreens do not contain the chemicals oxybenzone or octinoxate. Other common UV-blocking ingredients, like octocrylene, can also cause damage to aquatic ecosystems. These chemicals wash off your skin while swimming in the ocean and contribute to coral bleaching.
What is Coral Bleaching?
Coral bleaching is when the algae living in the tissue of healthy coral dies or is expelled due to stressful conditions, causing the coral to lose its color and leaving it vulnerable to illness and damage. These conditions can be brought on, in part, by the chemicals commonly found in sunscreen.
What Type of Sunscreen is Safest for Coral Reefs?
When it comes to the science of sunscreen, there are two schools of thought: physical and chemical.
Physical Sunscreen vs. Chemical Sunscreen vs. Organic Sunscreen
Physical sunscreen uses non-chemical ingredients, such as the zinc-oxide and titanium dioxide found in many mineral sunscreens, to create a physical barrier that deflects UV light away from the skin. Overall, physical sunscreens are more likely to be reef-safe, since they don’t contain the hallmark chemicals that interfere with marine life.
Chemical sunscreens use UV-blocking chemicals to create a barrier that either absorbs harmful rays or deflects them away from your skin.
Organic sunscreen is a subtype of chemical sunscreen.The term “organic” has become synonymous with health and wellness. However, the designation ‘organic’ simply means that the chemicals in the formula are carbon-based. That means that many organic sunscreens could still contain the reef-bleaching chemical octinoxate.
How Effective is Reef-Safe Sunscreen?
Since reef-safe sunscreens contain a spectrum of ingredients, the effectiveness of the sun protection they provide can vary.
Physical sunscreens tend to provide less protection than their chemical counterparts and are less resistant to water and sweat. However, physical sunscreens are typically chemical-free, making them better for sensitive skin and safe for children.
While some chemical sunscreens meet the minimum accepted standard required by several nations’ sunscreen bans, better sun protection may come at an environmental cost. The research on what chemicals can impact marine life and to what extent is still uncertain, and chemicals that have taken a backseat could come forward as major players in potential environmental damage.
Consumer Reports recommends aiming for a balance between mitigating environmental risk and prioritizing your own sun protection. Travelers can do this by minimizing the amount of skin exposed to the sun (and therefore covered in sunscreen) through sun-protective clothing and staying in the shade when possible.
What Are the Best Reef Safe Sunscreen?
Luckily, the rise in awareness of our impact on coral reefs has caused a rise in options for reef-safe products. Some sunscreens are marketed as biodegradable, which is another way to flag that a sunscreen is reef-safe.
Here are the best replacements for your sun protection favorites.
Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens for Body
- Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen
- Classic Body Organic Sunscreen Lotion
- Sun Bum Original SPF 50 Sunscreen Lotion
- Badger SPF 40 Clear Zinc
Best Reef-Safe Sunscreens for Face
- Classic Face Organic Sunscreen Mist
- Supergoop! Mineral Mattescreen Sunscreen
- Innisfree Daily UV Defense Mineral Sunscreen
- Bubble Solar Matte Daily Mineral SPF
Best Reef-Safe Spray Sunscreens
- Blue Lizard Mineral Sunscreen Spray
- Classic Body Organic Sunscreen Spray
- Coral Isles Reef Safe Sunscreen
- Elta MD UV AOX Mist Broad Spectrum SPF 40
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We Will Rock You - The Musical By Queen
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From the Producers who brought you the recent sell out successes My Fair Lady, Mamma Mia!, Fiddler on The Roof and countless Pantomimes - FM Theatre Productions are back with We Will Rock You - The Musical By Queen and Ben Elton.
Based on songs by the timeless British rock band Queen, We Will Rock You is one of the longest-running musicals on London's West End, and has been produced in six continents. Featuring huge hits like Radio Gaga, Somebody To Love, Bohemian Rhapsody and of course - We Will Rock You.
The musical will feature West End leading Lady Katie Paine as well as an all-star local cast featuring Francesco Nicodeme, Tez Camilleri, Michela Agius, David Ellul, Edward Mercieca & Maxine Aquilina.
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I was half way through my breakfast of oatmeal and coffee when I got off the phone with my mother and remembered that I was planning to do Tasty Tuesday pictures. But if you've been reading these food diary posts for a while then you've seen what my oatmeal looks like! I made it pretty simple this time with just oats, flax, raisins, cinnamon and almond milk.
For lunch I had a giant bowl of pad thai. This was leftover from the night before but I bulked it up a little with some scallions and mushrooms. I also had a glass of water, which was horrible because it was so cold in my house that it was like torture to drink something that wasn't hot. Ha ha!
Speaking of the fact that it was very, very cold here yesterday... I drank so much tea! I was drinking this peppermint tea. I usually get about 3 cups out of one tea bag before it doesn't really give off enough flavor to make it worth it. I also turned the heat on.
This was the big experiment of the day. I wanted to try baking fish in foil because everyone says that it's so easy! Well, first of all upon taking the fish out of the refrigerator I discovered that it wasn't completely defrosted. I decided to do it anyway and wrapped it all up in the foil with a little olive oil, garlic and lemon slices and threw in some salt, pepper and thyme for good measure. I took it out of the oven and very carefully opened the foil and there was no steam, the fish was not cooked, it was about room temperature so I wrapped it back up. BUT THE FOIL WAS BREACHED! So then it needed a double layer of foil. Meanwhile, the quinoa and peas were getting cold. I ate that first. Then when the fish was finally done I ate that. This picture is of Steve's plate with the warm fish and the cold quinoa and peas because he didn't mind eating cold food.
We split a chocolate bar so we each had 5 squares of it. I also had more tea but I actually only drank about half and held it in my hands to warm them up until it wasn't warm anymore. I did drink about 3 big glasses of plain water throughout the day, too.
Thanks for reading!
Here's the video if you're interested!

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AN ACT CONCERNING INDOOR AIR QUALITY IN SCHOOLS.
To require local and regional boards of education to maintain healthy indoor air quality in their schools.
Introduced by:Public Health Committee
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|3/4/2020||Public Hearing 03/09|
|3/3/2020||Referred to Joint Committee on Public Health|


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There are three hurdles that are slowing the widespread adoption of electric vehicles, according to Mark L. Reuss, president of General Motors: range, price and infrastructure.
The good news is that two of these obstacles are shrinking. Most new EVs can travel more than 200 miles on a full charge and that figure is expected to double during the next decade. Meanwhile, the cost of batteries, which accounts for about 50% of the cost of an EV, continues to decrease rapidly, making it more affordable to drive electric.
There has been less progress toward solving the third problem – the availability of charging infrastructure. New Jersey has the lowest EV charger density by population among states following the California Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) model. Utilities like PSE&G can play an active role in reducing “charge anxiety” by ensuring that EV drivers are able to charge up when they need to.
Utilities built the electric grid that will provide the backbone of EV charging infrastructure going forward. We are responsible for maintaining the rock-solid reliability that customers expect and depend on, even as we add new demands to the grid to support the developing EV charging infrastructure.
As EV infrastructure expands, utilities are uniquely positioned to ensure that charging can be accomplished while minimizing increased grid costs. For example, PSE&G could encourage cost-effective charging by offering incentives for drivers who charge during lower-cost, lower-demand hours.
Cars, trucks, buses and other motor vehicles are the largest source of the air pollution that aggravates health conditions, such as asthma, and greenhouse gases that are driving climate change. In fact, transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gases in New Jersey, responsible for more than 50 % of the emissions. Widespread adoption of EVs would help improve air quality and combat climate change.
At PSE&G and PSEG Long Island, we have already taken the first steps. In New Jersey, PSE&G has implemented a program that installed 145 chargers at 20 customer sites, initiated a popular workplace charging effort and worked with EVGo to install chargers along the New Jersey Turnpike and Garden State Parkway. On Long Island, there are incentive programs that are completed, underway or proposed to encourage off-peak charging and the installation of 100 workplace chargers, DC fast charging stations and over 10,000 smart chargers for residential customers. Both PSE&G and PSEG LI also collaborated with BMW and Nissan to promote the sale of EVs.
And we want to do even more. As part of its Clean Energy Future proposal, PSE&G plans to invest $261 million in New Jersey to help deploy 40,000 EV chargers. These chargers would benefit customers by encouraging the installation of state-of-the-art chargers in the home – whether you live in a single- or multi-family residence – as well as at work, at school, in our communities or while you’re on the road. The shift to electric vehicles is essential to improving New Jersey’s air quality and reducing the impacts of climate change. Accelerating that shift would help protect New Jersey’s environment, allowing utilities to develop the necessary charging infrastructure would help the EV transition gather speed.


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The lira has fallen about 40 percent against the dollar this year. We want to keep our journalism open and accessible and be able to keep providing you with news and analyses from the frontlines of Israel, the Middle East and the Jewish World.
U.S. President Donald Trump said on Friday he had authorised higher tariffs on imports from Turkey, imposing a 20 percent duty on aluminium and 50 percent one on steel, as tensions rose between the two North Atlantic Treaty Organisation allies over Ankara's detention of an evangelical pastor and other diplomatic issues.
Bank shares across Europe fell and the euro slipped to its lowest since July 2017 as the Financial Times quoted sources as saying the European Central Bank was concerned about European lenders' exposure to Turkey. Furthermore, consternation in the U.S. Congress has led to a nascent bill that could limit Turkey's ability to obtain loans from any U.S. -based financial institutions.
The Washington Post newspaper said the US administration was doing everything to strengthen its hand in the Brunson case, but the decision would do nothing but cause more problems for bilateral relations.
It fell to a record low this morning, and has now dropped 18 per cent today to 6.5 lira to the dollar, compared with 5.5 lira last night, as a deepening monetary crisis and diplomatic relations with the USA deteriorated.
The dollar rose as exposure to Turkey could impact European banks and spark a domino effect throughout Europe as people begin to pull out of those banks and into the US, said Gregan Anderson, macroeconomic strategist at brokerage Bulltick LLC.
Mr Erdogan has linked Gulen's fate to that of American Christian pastor Andrew Brunson, who is on trial in Turkey on terrorism charges for allegedly supporting a group that Ankara blames for the failed coup.
"Those who have dollars, euros or gold under their pillows should go and exchange them into [Turkish] lira".
Mr Erdogan also remained defiant, as he urged the Turkish people to exchange foreign currency or gold for lira. The fall has come as Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan has moved to take greater control of monetary policy.More news: Freeland waiting on Saudi
Emerging market currencies are ending the week with a brutal sea of red across the board, with consistent losses throughout Asia, while the South African rand and Turkish lira are leading the way with losses within the EMEA.
Meanwhile, new Treasury and Finance Minister Berat Albayrak, also the president's son-in-law, previewed a new economic program for the country. "It is a national fight", he told a crowd in the northeastern city of Bayburt. "I am afraid there will be a bank run in Turkey, people rushing to withdraw their deposits". This is a national struggle.
"Confidence needs to be regained".
Some economists were less impressed by the government's handling of the crisis.
Turkey's sovereign dollar-denominated bonds tumbled with many issues trading at record lows. In response, the currency renewed its sell-off. Hard currency debt issued by Turkish banks suffered similar falls.
The lira's relentless depreciation drives up the cost of imported goods from fuel to food for ordinary Turks. The economic options include a central bank intervention by raising interest rates, although this would have a temporary effect, and Erdogan is famously hesitant to raise rates.
The report said the situation is not yet seen as "critical" but Spain's BBVA, Italy's UniCredit and France's BNP Paribas are regarded as particularly exposed.

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Farmers understand the importance of protecting the environment, and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services recognizes exemplary producers with the annual Agricultural- Environmental Leadership Awards. The following 2015 winners were honored for their environmentally innovative farming practices.
Owner of Dasher Farms in McAlpin, Randall Dasher says when he took over the family farm, which includes cattle ranching, peanuts and a seed processing facility, he was determined to make better use of the land, water and agriculture on the property. “We really got back into conservation tillage practices in 2005, when we got back into peanuts again,” he says. “We started looking at the strip-till information and getting into that and using cover crops, and the last five years, we’ve been finding success with that. We don’t have any sand erosion now, we’re using less fertilizer and the crops are all doing better.” Dasher also adopted a process to farm row crops without irrigation, and he was the first in the area to adopt hydroponic farming techniques. “We started with hydroponics in ’86 and always thought there would be a place for it,” he says. “Growing the herbs under the controlled environment has worked for us.”
Owner of Carlton and Carlton Ranch in Tampa, Dennis Carlton operates a 35,000-acre ranch that consists of cattle, citrus, sod and strawberries. The seventh-generation Floridian has implemented policies at the ranch designed to improve the wetlands, provide corridors for protected wildlife and filter storm water on the property. A former president of the Hillsborough County Farm Bureau, Carlton recycles citrus pulp into feed for cattle, replanted thousands of pines and oaks and collects rainfall to help water his crops and protect them from freezing weather.
Owner of Bull Hammock Ranch in Fort Pierce, Wes Carlton is a fourth-generation cattle rancher praised around the industry for his environmental stewardship. Carlton implemented a surface water management system that stores more than 1,800 acres of water and significantly reduces the nitrogen and phosphorous released back into the environment. His ranch also utilizes a number of Best Management Practices, including rotational grazing of the herds, planting of a variety of forage plants, nutrient management and exotic species eradication.

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Mongolian Lamb, Cabbage & Leek Stir-Fry
September 02, 2019
"From our Sunday newspaper The Sunday Times. Times are estimated."
- Serving Size: 1 (361.5 g)
- Calories 666
- Total Fat - 51.3 g
- Saturated Fat - 21.1 g
- Cholesterol - 146 mg
- Sodium - 841.3 mg
- Total Carbohydrate - 13.5 g
- Dietary Fiber - 3.2 g
- Sugars - 6.4 g
- Protein - 36.3 g
- Calcium - 97.1 mg
- Iron - 4.8 mg
- Vitamin C - 36.3 mg
- Thiamin - 0.3 mg
Place the garlic, ginger, Shaoxing wine, oyster sauce, sesame oil, ground coriander and water in a small bowl and mix to combine and then set aside.
Heat a wok over high heat for 2 minutes or until starting to smoke.
Brush the lamb with 1 teaspoon oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper and cook the lamb for 4 minutes each side or until dark golden and medium rare and then remove and loosely cover with aluminium foil and set aside.
Add the remaining oil to the wok, add the leek and cook for 3 minutes and then remove and set aside and then add the cabbage and cook for 3–4 minutes or until charred.
Divide the leek and cabbage between bowls.
Add the sauce to the wok and cook for 2–3 minutes or until reduced.
Thinly slice the lamb, divide between bowls and top with the sauce and sprinkle with the pepitas, sesame seeds, chilli and mint to serve.
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Recently the Canadian Caribbean poet M. NourbeSe Philip has begun to experiment with collaborative public readings of her book-length poem Zong! I had the good fortune of attending one of these readings at the end of May at the Canadian Association for Commonwealth Literature and Language Studies Annual Conference at the University of Waterloo. Handing out about twenty photocopies of Zong!, she provided the audience with page numbers and instructed us to read these pages along with her without worrying about staying in unison. A mesmerizing cacophony ensued, as voices moved under, over, and around each other. Zong! illustrates Philip’s ongoing commitment to poetry as a radical mode of historical inquiry and racial protest. This trans-generational lyric is made only of language taken from the Gregson v. Gilbert decision, a 1783 legal case resulting from the deliberate drowning of 150 slaves. At first I could only hear my voice through the torqued syllables of the poem, but eventually it began to fade as the sea of voices swallowed it up. This group recitation amplified the ritualistic dimensions of this watery text. By inviting her audience to participate, Philip destabilizes the equation of poetic voice with authorial presence fostered by the traditional format of modern poetry readings to navigate us to a different mode of utterance. For me, these collaborative performances form an essential part of the poem’s reading pedagogy, compelling us to read and discuss the dissonance together. The collection of exchanges in this feature takes up this challenge. As Philip acknowledges in her lyrical essay “Wor(l)ds Interrupted,” which forms the centerpiece of the conversation, she herself is still “trying to figure out what Zong! is” and she invites her audience to explore how to read the poem with her.
Published in 2008, Zong! has sparked a considerable amount of scholarly attention for such a recent text — heralded both as a radical work of conceptual poetics and as a spiritual lament for the unmourned dead. In “Wor(l)ds Interrupted, Philip reflects on the critical reception of Zong! and she discusses its relationship to her previous writing. Locating her work in the “swirling waters of the kari basin,” she explores how this space has been “postmodern long before the term was coined.” Characterizing the entire New World as a “site of massive interruption,” she proposes that the nonlinear and fragmentary qualities of poetic discourse are well suited to articulate the visceral effects of the interruptive experience of the Americas and to reclaim its disruptive potential.
Evie Shockley and Mecca Jamilah Sullivan both take up the pressing question of how to read Zong! in their responses to Philip’s “Wor(l)ds Interrupted.” In Sullivan’s commentary “‘Unsayable Secrets’ of Diaspora’s Bodily History,” she focuses on the gendered dimensions of Philip’s rupture to dominant histories through the tracing of black women’s bodily memories. Shockley encapsulates her position through her playful title, “Is Zong! Conceptual Poetry? Yes, It Isn’t.” She argues that Zong! provokes a reconfiguration of what conceptual poetics might become by loosening the divisions between body, mind, and spirit. This feature also includes a written version of the interview that followed Philip’s collaborative reading at the Canadian Association for Commonwealth Literature and Language Studies Annual Conference. Two Canadian scholars, Veronica Austen and Phanuel Antwi, invite Philip to reflect on the relationship of her poetics to spirituality, national identity, and contemporary politics. The interview builds on conversations that run throughout the feature and that embark on reading Zong! together.

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Landing Craft Assault (LCA) was a Landing craft used extensively in World War II. Its primary purpose was to ferry troops from transport ships to attack enemy-held shores. The craft derived from a prototype designed by John I. Thornycroft Ltd . of Woolston, HampshireUK During the war it was manufactured throughout the United Kingdom in places as various as small boatyards and furniture manufacturers.
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The banning of letting fees levied on tenants has dominated the industry headlines in recent months but this election campaign suggests the real issue for the next several years may be something much bigger - reform of the entire house buying process.
Amongst the major political parties only the Conservatives have put such substantial reform into their manifesto. But this follows the government’s call last year for evidence about improving the process; now the Conveyancing Association has weighed into the debate with a substantial piece of work outlining ways that transaction can be quicker, easier and most of all more consumer-focussed.
Assuming a Conservative victory on June 8, my guess is that this issue may be the big one for our industry for the next five years, if politicians can focus on issues beyond the long Brexit negotiations.
As a journalist it is interesting talking to agents and others, often off the record, who appear to be of one mind - they admit the current process is too slow, too cumbersome and now bogged down with almost too much information (a survey on contaminated land prone to flooding 300 metres away from the home being marketed, anyone?)
So, from an informed journalist’s perspective, where are the areas that the process could be simplified or digitised or improved - or, indeed, all of these and more?
1. Ensuring buyers and sellers are as prepared as possible: There is little scope for compulsion here. But should, for example, agents refuse to accept instructions to sell from vendors who have not already instructed conveyancers and have a mortgage for their ongoing purchase (if that is what they are going to do)? Should the process change to allow only buyers with mortgages and conveyancers in place to make offers? Should all vendors have to complete information questionnaires pre-sale, to save time?
2. Should offers, when accepted, be backed by non-returnable deposits? It is the case in some other countries, with strict definitions for structural problems which at that stage form the only way out of the purchase without losing the deposit.
3. Up-front information (i): Some of this was behind the unpopularity of HIPs, but is there really no way of having a survey considered ‘neutral’ and acceptable to both vendor and purchaser? Or is the problem really with the ever-cautious solicitors who do not want to incur the risk of having a client agree to something that (s)he has not commissioned?
4. Up-front information (ii): Can there not be an agreed list of search ingredients, with insurance options? This would mean all parties would know at viewing stage about the seemingly-inevitable proximity of flood plains, contaminated land, chancel repairs and other issues that currently add time and frustration at a later stage - and as a result give nervous buyers more opportunities to pull out? Can there be a legal time limit on search authorities to provide information within an agreed, nationally-uniform maximum period?
5. Should EPCs and other sale-related surveys have a longer shelf life? It’s not uncommon for some homes to take many, many months for sale - one problem with HIPs was that some elements expired after, at most, six months. A longer shelf life would mean sellers would not have to pay twice, or even three times, for an EPC or other elements of the pre-sale material because their home did not find a buyer.
It’s perhaps time for the industry to start thinking about these issues: the Conservatives have proved in their approach to buy to let that they are no longer the ‘hands off, market will decide’ party. Instead they are keen to intervene and in some cases micro-manage.
After June 8 they may well do exactly that with the house buying process, citing a mandate for change: if the industry doesn’t produce ideas, a new government may do so instead.
*Editor of Estate Agent Today and Letting Agent Today, Graham can be found tweeting all things property @PropertyJourn
**Graham was this week named Social Media Influencer of the Year at the 2017 Property Press Awards


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The Local Challenge of the Erasmus+ KA2 Small-Scale partnership ‘Install Youth’ took place in Padova, Italy from May 15th to May 20th, 2023.
Padova, a picturesque Italian city renowned for its academic excellence, proved to be the ideal setting for the ‘Install Youth’ local challenge. The choice of location was motivated by a desire to be closer to the target audience, youth aged 18 to 29, and to immerse them in an environment that encourages alternative modes of transportation, such as cycling, public buses, and trains, thus minimizing the need for cars. This consideration was particularly valuable for young individuals with fewer opportunities, enabling them to participate more freely.
The ‘Install Youth’ project aimed to enhance the participants’ learning experience by conducting the local challenge in English, departing from the traditional school-based approach. Support in Italian was readily available for those who needed it. This bilingual approach not only promoted the use of English as a medium for learning but also encouraged cross-cultural interaction.
Throughout the challenge, an average of 15 participants attended each day, with more than 50% of them coming from various foreign countries. The participants emphasized the significance of their experiences. Foreign participants expressed gratitude for the opportunity to converse in English, addressing the isolation they often felt due to language barriers. The chance to actively interact with Italian peers was another significant aspect, bridging the gap between local and international students.
One participant from Ireland shared, “During our university courses, we are not able to interact with each other. Most of the time, professors lecture, and we take notes. There is never any interaction. After class, Italians hang out with their friends, and Erasmus students hang out with other Erasmus students, and if you are not part of the Erasmus group, you need to find your own circle. I wish our classes allowed us to interact as we are doing here.”
The ‘Install Youth’ Local Challenge was facilitated by two dedicated trainers who organized activities and provided language support. All the activities implemented during the local challenge were selected from one of the primary project outcomes, the ‘Install Youth Handbook For Digital Citizenship And Science Literacy Education,’ with the aim of equipping participants with essential knowledge and skills in the areas of digital citizenship and science literacy.

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Salaries for procurement professionals have gone up on average by 9% over the past five years.
The largest average rise took place in the public sector, at 13.1%, followed by charity/not for profit (9%) and the private sector (4.2%), according to an analysis of five-year trends in the CIPS/Hays Procurement Salary Guide and Insights.
In 2019 average salaries were highest in the private sector, at £46,600, followed by charity/not for profit (£45,400) and the public sector (£42,300). Across the board the average salary was £44,700.
The average gender pay gap in the profession narrowed slightly, from 23% in 2015 to 21% in 2019. But for the most senior positions it increased to 35%, from 15% in 2015.
John Glen, CIPS economist and visiting fellow of Cranfield University, described the increase at senior levels as “exceptionally worrying”. “We must continue to investigate why this is happening and implement the necessary changes to reverse this particular trend,” he said.
In 2019 professionals with MCIPS were paid on average 15% – or £7,000 – more than non-MCIPS colleagues, up on 12% in 2015.
Malcolm Harrison, group CEO, CIPS said, “As leaders we must ensure we create a culture that encourages diversity of all kinds in procurement, to strengthen our recruitment processes, without unconscious bias, to nurture people to be bold enough to shoot for those senior roles that may initially appear out of reach.
“Procurement professionals should take heart that the work they do makes a difference and they should be safe in the knowledge that the procurement professional continues to be in the ascendancy.”
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As part of the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, which commemorates 75 years of independence, Union Culture Minister Meenakshi Lekhi published a picture book on the unsung Indian women heroes of the freedom movement. Amar Chitra Katha collaborated in the publication of the book.
Lekhi said at the book’s launch on Thursday ,that Indian culture cherishes women and that gender discrimination has no place in Indian culture.
The cultural ministry said in a statement that the book honours the lives of some of the women who led the charge and sparked a wave of protest and insurrection across the country. ‘It tells the storey of queens who fought colonial powers in the fight against imperial authority, as well as women who dedicated their lives to the motherland’s cause.’
Among those mentioned in the book is Rani Abakka, the Queen of Ullal, who battled against the Portuguese in the 16th century.
According to the culture ministry, the book’s second edition will focus on 25 unsung heroes of the freedom movement, while the third and final edition will focus on 30 heroes/ heroines.


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Johann is eighth position in India
WGSA President Cynthia Rayner reports on the first two rounds:
“Michaela Fletcher, teeing off the 10th today in round two, started solidly with four pars, but her putting let her down on the 14th, 15th & 16th. She is, however, happy with her game and returned a 78 today, which together with yesterday’s 78, puts her in 5th position. She is confident that she can improve tomorrow and her goal is to finish in the top two of the girls.
“Kim Daniels’ putting improved today which was reflected in her score of 79 compared to yesterday’s 83. She is feeling confident with her ball striking and hoping to improve further tomorrow.
“Johann, the most experienced internationally of the SA players, was determined this morning to improve on his position after posting a 79 in the first round. Teeing off on the 10th today, he birdied the first hole, only to give it back on the 11th. However, seven straight pars had him turning level. After a few lapses on the second nine, he managed to birdie the last two holes, and finished in sixth position (36, 39 – 75) eight shots off the leader.
“This is Hayden Garcia’s first trip abroad and he is really enjoying his first international tournament. Although disappointed in his results so far (85, 81), he feels his iron shots were much better today and is aiming to finish in the top 10 of the B division.
“Unfortunately the South Africans are not looking good in the team event, and are especially disappointed in their performance against the other internationals because of the fact that last year’s SA team took the top honours. However, team spirit is great, and they will all certainly give of their best tomorrow!”
The final round of the event takes place today, Friday 25 November and the players return to SA over the weekend.

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Phoenix’s history reflects the city’s resilience and innovation, with its growth and development driven by a combination of natural resources, human ingenuity, and a pioneering spirit. The city’s rich past has laid the foundation for its current success and continued growth as a center of commerce, culture, and community.
Karaoke bars in Phoenix, Arizona, have a rich history that dates back to the 1980s when karaoke first gained popularity in Japan and started to spread to other parts of the world. In Phoenix, the first karaoke bar is believed to have opened in the late 1980s or early 1990s.
One of the most popular early karaoke bars in Phoenix was Greenway Karaoke, which opened in the early 1990s and quickly became a favorite spot for karaoke enthusiasts. The bar was known for its lively atmosphere, extensive song selection, and friendly staff.
As karaoke continued to gain popularity in Phoenix throughout the 1990s and 2000s, more and more bars and venues began to offer karaoke nights. Today, some of the most popular karaoke bars in Phoenix include Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge, which hosts karaoke on weekends, and Char’s Has the Blues, which offers blues music and karaoke on Thursdays.
here are some popular options for you to get out and sing your heart out:
Pattie’s First Avenue Lounge
Located in Downtown Phoenix, Pattie’s is a dive bar that hosts karaoke nights on Fridays and Saturdays.
Address: 722 E. First Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85003
The Little Woody
A cozy bar in Midtown, The Little Woody features karaoke on Wednesdays and Sundays.
Address: 4228 E Indian School Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Char’s Has the Blues
In the Alhambra neighborhood, Char’s is a popular blues bar that hosts karaoke on Thursdays.
Address: 4631 N 7th Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85013
In Goodyear, Roman’s Oasis is a lively sports bar that features karaoke on Thursdays and Saturdays.
Address: 16825 W Yuma Rd, Goodyear, AZ 85338
A gay bar in Central Phoenix, Kobalt offers karaoke on Sundays and Mondays.
Address: 3110 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Monkey Pants Bar & Grill
Located in Tempe, Monkey Pants is a casual sports bar that hosts karaoke on Tuesdays and Saturdays.
Address: 3223 S Mill Ave, Tempe, AZ 85282
From cozy dive bars to lively sports bars, and from blues joints to gay bars, there is a variety of options to choose from.
Phoenix’s karaoke scene has also expanded to include private karaoke rooms and karaoke equipment rentals, providing more options for those who want to enjoy karaoke in a more intimate setting.
The history of karaoke bars in Phoenix reflects the enduring popularity of this fun and engaging pastime, which has become an integral part of the city’s nightlife scene.
Whether you’re in the mood for an intimate karaoke session with friends or a lively night out singing with a crowd, these karaoke hotspots offer something for everyone.


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June 30, 2022
Governor Daniel McKee
Office of the Governor
82 Smith Street
Providence, RI 02903
Dear Governor McKee,
With the shocking decision from the United States Supreme Court to ignore 50 years of precedent by overturning Roe v. Wade, the time is now to enact every policy possible to protect and expand access to care, including halting state bans on health coverage and making sure people can safely obtain abortions in Rhode Island even if they are from another state.
We, the undersigned, are asking you to take concrete action. In this moment, more than ever it is not enough to say we protect the right if we do not ensure access and make sure that people who need care can get it whether they live here or not.
- BUDGET: Policies that deny health coverage for abortion cause harm and take away the right for low-income people.
- Will you publicly commit to submitting a budget for FY 2024 that includes insurance benefits for abortion for state employees and people who use Medicaid?
- Will you urge the General Assembly to come back for a special session to get this important work done and pass the Equality in Abortion Coverage Act?
- EXECUTIVE ACTIONS: We have the opportunity to send a clear message that Rhode Island will continue to be a safe haven for anyone seeking abortion care and cannot abandon people in other states or the people who support folks in finding care they need.Will you put out an executive order to ensure that people can get care no matter where they are from and support people in obtaining abortion in our state without being criminalized?
- Rhode Island must prohibit any executive department, agency, law enforcement official or public hospital employee from assisting another state’s investigations as it relates to abortion.
- Rhode Island should prohibit arrest based on civil detainer from another state solely for charges related to abortion.
- No personal information should be shared by hospitals, health professionals or law enforcement for the purposes of another state’s criminal investigation or civil lawsuit based on providing, seeking or support in obtaining abortion care.
- We must protect Rhode Island providers who deliver abortion services from losing their professional licenses as the result of an out-of-state charge.
- We should also allow anyone who is targeted by civil lawsuits from other states based on their laws for receiving, performing or providing support for abortions to countersue for damages and other costs.
- Rhode Island should make it clear that we will not extradite someone for providing or supporting access to abortion. We should not participate in the criminalization of someone who did something in Rhode Island that leads to a crime in another state if what they did is legal in Rhode Island and abortion is legal in our state – and will remain so!
- HEALTH DEPARTMENT GUIDANCE: In order to meet the greatly expanded need in this time, we should follow public health standards and best practices by making it clear that (Physician Assistant) PAs, (Nurse Professionals) NPs, and (Certified Nurse Midwives) CNMs are capable and qualified to provide abortion care services.
- Will you direct the health department and other agencies to look into ways to expand provision of abortion, including allowing for additional health professionals to provide both abortion pills and be trained to provide abortion procedures?
- We have the opportunity to make sure that the people of our state are able to get abortions when they need them as a matter of rights, health and dignity, but more than that we have the obligation to step into this moment and ensure that our state is a place where people can turn. This is an opportunity to live up to our state motto of “HOPE” by providing hope and care. We thank you for your consideration and urge you to take swift action.
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In the daytime, this sculpture looks impressive, particularly in misty conditions when it abruptly emerges from the fog and clouds. At night, it’s especially enchanting, as its 500 blue LED lights give it the spooky appearance of a UFO hovering over the hill.
This artwork is the most recent of the sculptures in the Panopticon series, which are all in East Lancashire and include the Singing Ringing Tree. It was constructed on a reclaimed landfill site on Top O’Slate, one of the hills overlooking the Pennine town of Haslingden.
The artwork was designed by architect John Kennedy of LandLab. It was constructed in 2007 as part of the wider Panopticon Project by the East Lancashire Environmental Arts Network.
The 59-foot diameter circular steel and perspex lattice structure stands on three large legs. Its lights are powered by a nearby wind turbine and have been specially selected to not to attract night-flying insects.
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Rumination Syndrome and Functional Dyspepsia: Do They Overlap?
Rumination syndrome (RS) is more common than expected in patients with functional dyspepsia (FD), suggesting that the two could share a pathophysiology, according to the results of a recent study.
“A significant proportion of patients with RS are reported to have FD symptoms, however, the associations of RS have not been reported at a population level,” the researchers wrote.
In order to investigate the potential overlap between the two conditions, the researchers surveyed 2901 individuals on gastrointestinal symptoms, diet, anxiety and depression, and somatic symptoms.
Overall, 4% and 6.9% of participants had RS and FD, respectively. In patients with FD, the prevalence of RS was 10.3%. A significant overlap in psychiatric risk factors and lesser overlaps in allergic and immune mediated disorders were observed between the two conditions.
“RS is found more frequently in patients with FD than expected by chance, suggesting an overlapping pathophysiology. RS is found in association with disorders characterized by immune activation. The different risk factor profile of the two disorders found in this community sample, however, suggests separate disease processes,” they concluded.
Irani MZ, Jones MP, Herrick LM, et al. Rumination syndrome and functional dyspepsia overlap more than expected by chance in a population-based study but have different risk factors. Presented at Digestive Disease Week 2021. May 21, 2021.


The good news is that the total number of people arrested in the United States for marijuana-related crimes declined for the first time in four years, according to data released last week by the FBI. The bad news? That number is still higher than those arrested for all violent crimes.
According to the FBI’s 2019 report, police made 545,602 arrests for marijuana-related violations in 2019 — an 18% drop — and 495,871 arrests for violent crimes. About 92%, or 500,395, of the marijuana-related arrests were for possession.
The drop-off in marijuana crimes is attributed to marijuana legalization efforts across the nation. Since 2012, 11 states and Washington, D.C. have legalized recreational use of marijuana, including Michigan in 2018.
Still, marijuana activists say the number of pot-related crimes is still too high.
"Police across America make a marijuana-related arrest every 58 seconds," NORML Executive Director Erik Altieri said in a statement. "At a time when the overwhelming majority of Americans want cannabis to be legal and regulated, it is an outrage that many police departments across the country continue to waste tax dollars and limited law enforcement resources on arresting otherwise law-abiding citizens for simple marijuana possession."
Marijuana arrests peaked about a decade ago, with more than 800,000 arrests.


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Although other scientists in his day hinted at the possibility of evolution, Lamarck declared it forthright. They say this proves the intelligence of the Creator. Change the environment, and you change what the best adaptation is. He wrote a series of books about invertebrate zoology and paleontology.
In these family trees, it makes no significant difference where one species stops and the next begins. Mutation, migration, genetic drift, and natural selection are basic mechanisms that apply to both micro- and macroevolution to determine these patterns. But his ideas became widely accepted. These spirits can provide insight to humans through such activities as fortune telling or other readings.
In some respects, the exact ways in which we draw the lines among species may not make much difference. Twenty years later he and Alfred Russell Wallace discussed evolution openly. The rule-of-thumb of fertile offspring as defining species remains the way most biologists think of it, but the possible exceptions have generated complexities in classification and in modeling gene flow.
It has only been recently, however, that science was sophisticated enough for us to be able to approach the real answer.
The first of five levels of the evolutionary approach is Mana Corduan, Creationists say that as complex as this Earth is, it is designed to be that way.
There are, of course, complications, but comprehensibility remains the usual way to think about the difference. However, great interest also lies in species-formation speciationwhich occurs when populations that for some reason cease to interbreed become different enough to lose all ability to interbreed.
And it naturally decreases with lethal genetic mutations birth defects or when any individual dies. Darwin did not explore the evolution of humans — indeed only one clearly pre-human hominid fossil had been discovered when he published The Origin of Species Through Natural Selection in Finding no difference from current day animals, he had decided evolution was false.
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The Federal Reserve System (“Federal Reserve”) has termed certain requests for approval or non-objection by the Federal Reserve as “Determinations.” The Federal Reserve makes distinctions between Determinations that are deemed to be Supervisory-related and Determinations that are deemed to be Banking Applications-related. Those that are deemed to be Banking Applications-related should be filed through FedEZFile.
Who must file?
Applications-Related Determination Requests are made by a bank holding company, savings and loan holding company, mutual holding company, or state member bank. They include:
- Branch closure, consolidation, or relocation notifications under Section 42 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (Note that the establishment of a branch already requires a formal application)
- Requests to extend time to dispose of debts previously contracted (“DPC”), in connection with:
- Matters related to Regulation Y, §225.12 (b)
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- Matters related to Regulation Y, §225.28 (b)(2)(vii)
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- Regulatory Agency request for comments from the Federal Reserve (FIRREA Section 914, Section 19 and Change in Bank Control Act)
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Storm causes power outages in area
NORRIDGE — A brief albeit torrential storm Tuesday morning knocked out power lines and left thousands in Chicago metropolitan areas without electricity.
Commonwealth Edison expects restoration efforts to continue through Friday evening with a majority of customer regaining electricity by Thursday night, according to a storm activity update on its website.
Earlier this afternoon crews were still working to turn electricity back on in hundreds of homes in the west suburbs.
Correspondence from ComEd at 9:30 a.m. reported 1,200 residencies in Norridge suffered outages and that the company was working to restore power, according to Kathy Gaseor, executive assistant to the village president.
By 2:30 p.m., the ComEd website reported 1,352 customers in the village had been affected and that additional crews were required.
Other than a scattered trail of broken tree branches here or there, residents have reported no major damage, Gaseor said.
The light mess the wind and lightening storm left behind caught some by surprise. Gaseor said several people who called village hall in Norridge to inquire about their power didn’t realize thunderstorms had swept through the area. She heard the morning deluge around 6:30 a.m. and said it lasted only 10 to 15 minutes.
“It’s been such a dry, quiet summer,” she said. “It wasn’t the worst storm but it blew through the area very fast.”
Meanwhile, ComEd crews this afternoon were assessing the damage in Harwood Heights and working to restore power for 21 customers, according to the power company’s site. Damaged power lines are suspected to be the cause for the outages.
Franklin Park Deputy Clerk Assistant Karen Bellendir said ComEd had last sent an update to the village at 8:45 a.m noting outages between Gage Avenue and Palmer Street, and Manheim Road and Edgington Street. According to ComEd’s website, 86 customers are without power.
Northlake, too, has power outages scattered throughout the village with homes north of Armitage Road most affected, said Lisa Montalvo, an administrative assistant with Public Works.
ComEd’s site reported more than 659 Northlake customers had outages.
Montalvo said the Public Works department didn’t receive and fax updates from ComEd or phone calls from residents this morning because its facility also had its electricity knocked.
Lights flickered back on at the Public Works building, located at 100 W. Palmer Avenue, around noon, she said.
According to the utilit company’s website, Elmwood Park had 33 customers without power.


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CAMP OLIVAS – One of DILG’s most wanted persons was arrested over the weekend in Pulilan, Bulacan.
PRO3 director Brig. Gen. Matthew Baccay identified the suspect as Edison Umpad, top 6 most wanted in the country and a resident of Bgy. Poblacion, Pulilan, Bulacan.
Umapad was arrested by operatives of Bulacan PHPT together with 301st MC, RHPU3 Intelligence Section, Calumpit MPS and Bulacan 2nd PMFC based on a warrant for violation of RA 6539 or Anti-Carnapping Law.
Baccay lauded the operating troops for a job well done and vowed the continuous arrest of persons sought by law only prove that Central Luzon is no safe haven for criminals.


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The 2020 Tournament of Roses Royal Court was announced Monday morning at the Tournament House in Pasadena.
The Court Committee selected seven Royal Court members from its 25 finalists who participated in an interview process.
The seven members of the Royal Court are:
- Cole Fox, South Pasadena High School
- Camille Kennedy, La Salle High School
- Michael Wilkins, Maranatha High School
- Reese Rosental Saporito, John Marshall Fundamental High School
- Emilie Risha, Flintridge Sacred Heart Academy
- Mia Thorsen, John Marshall Fundamental High School
- Rukan Saif, Arcadia High School
Members of the 2020 Royal Court will each receive a $7,500 educational scholarship and serve as ambassadors for the Tournament of Roses, the Tournament’s website stated.
The 2020 Rose Queen will be coronated on Oct. 22 at the Pasadena Playhouse.


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A screenshot from a new video called "Huntsville -- A City on the Rise," produced by Red Brick Strategies for the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County.
HUNTSVILLE, Alabama – A new three-minute video capturing what it's like to live in the Rocket City in 2014 hit the web last week and continues to be generate buzz through social media.
The video, which was produced by communications firm Red Brick Strategies for the Chamber of Commerce of Huntsville/Madison County, aims to lure professionals to Huntsville and will be shared through social media and at trade shows.
Lowe Mill ARTS & Entertainment, Big Spring Park, Belk Hudson Lofts, AL.com/The Huntsville Times, Bridge Street Town Centre and HudsonAlpha Institute for Biotechnology are just a few of several attractions featured in the video.
Dustin Timbrook, local artist and creative director at Red Brick Strategies, shot the video, which is entitled, "A City on the Rise."
"Huntsville truly is a city on the rise," he said. "It's constantly progressing to meet the needs of a growing population, and we wanted to show that in this project. We love Huntsville, and are pleased that the Chamber of Commerce allowed us to share our own creative vision of what Huntsville can be to so many different people."
Last year, Red Brick Strategies released another video project called "Downtown Huntsville – Space to Innovate."
Trent Willis, president and founder of Red Brick Strategies, said response to the new Chamber of Commerce video has "taken off like wildfire."
"Even though we have already created a number of highly visible commercials and video projects, in just a matter of days, this video has seen more views and shares on our social media platforms than any other project we have done," he said. "Clearly, Huntsville is already receiving a ton of new publicity."
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Letter to a Young Farmer by Gene Logdson The advice and wisdom shared in this book can only come from someone who has lived his life as a farmer. Mr Logsdon knows the future is in small homesteads, and is encouraging more families to learn how to live the simple life. Most of the book is written in letter format, filled with stories, some rambles, and visions of the future.
What I Liked
City farmer, garden farmers, artisan farmers; I laughed a little as Mr Logsdon tried to find a name for modern day homesteaders. He knows that homesteading is up and coming, and he is pleased that industrial farming is on the down turn.
The personal stories he shared was like listening to my Grandpa. A grandpa that believes in the importance of small farms, and knows that *we* can do it. It is essentially the conversation that I wish I could have with a tried and true sustainable farmer.
Letter to a Young Farmer is very motivational, and will solidify all your reasons for wanting to return to the small farm life.
What I Didn’t Like
At times he can be pretty critical, and start ranting about industrial farms. While I also like small farming, there were a couple chapters that seemed to veer off from his original intent.
Why I Recommend This Book
This is a great book to solidify the need for small farms. It will be a great motivator if you ever feel like quitting, or if homesteading is feeling too hard. The book was a constant reminder that there is no experience as amazing as living on a farm.
About the Author
Gene Logsdon is the author of Letter to a Young Farmer. He was a writer, farmer, and journalist, and published more than two dozen books, both practical and philosophical, on all aspects of rural life and affairs. He wrote a popular blog, The Contrary Farmer, as well as an award-winning column for the Carey, Ohio, Progressor Times. Gene was also a contributor to Farming Magazine and The Draft Horse Journal. He lived and farmed in Upper Sandusky, Ohio, where he died in 2016.
Another book review I did by the same author, All Flesh is Grass by Gene Logsdon.


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By the beginning of March I was absolutely sick of the winter. It didn’t help that I was surrounded by mounds of snow in sub-zero Montana. Don’t get me wrong, I adore winter in Montana, but sometimes enough is enough. The perfect remedy for the winter blues…a weekend in sunny Southern California!
I was grateful that the flight looked to be on-time, and was anxious to transport myself from snow, to sun.
3 quick hours later, Voilà! United runs daily service from Bozeman airport to Los Angeles, which is terrific.
I was visiting family in LA, so we had lots on the agenda. I called an Uber, found the remote pick-up spot for ride- shares at LAX, and prepared myself for a some traffic. 45 minutes later I arrived in West Hollywood, which would be my base this trip. After unloading my bags, I headed out along with my dad for a lengthy walk. Since shopping is always on my to-do list, I couldn’t help but take a quick look at the new Real Real shop on Melrose. It is HUGE! I am addicted to the Real Real , and while it is fun to peruse the curated selections in the store, there is a bigger thrill in looking online.
Next stop- Coffee! Verve on Melrose was definitely hopping. We settled in for a caffeine fix and some good people watching.
We were tempted by the pastries, but managed to resist.
The coffee though was another story. Delicious.
One of the best activities in Los Angeles is walking and admiring the street art. It is everywhere, and the ample sunshine creates loads of photographic opportunities. It is a major onslaught of visual stimulation.
I was careful to follow the traffic signals while capturing this shot.
This is literally a fraction of what is on display. It is like one massive gallery.
A touch more retail therapy at fabulous Fred Segal .
As we left, the timing was perfect to capture this shot of an actual sunset on Sunset Blvd!
We had walked about 3 miles, and it was fast approaching dinner time. We went home, washed up, and headed to one of our favorite spots, Toscana in Brentwood. Toscana is always where we go on our first night in town. The food is great, the service outstanding, and we invariably run in to friends.
Frankly we were too busy eating, drinking, and visiting for me to take photos, so I will rely on these stock photos from the internet.
We did enjoy pizza, pastas, grilled chicken and several desserts. I would heartily recommend it.
We made our way home at around 10:30 pm, and I happily fell sound asleep.
Saturday morning we went to another favorite, République.
République has a cult following. There is always a massive line for brunch on Saturdays and Sundays, but we have learned that the early bird gets the worm. We walked right in at 8:30, and placed our extensive order. The choices are always a bit dizzying.
Chocolate babka and a cinnamon puff were the pastry choices today.
Of course, you must get a freshly made baguette with homemade butter and jam.
I managed to stay (somehwhat) healthy- housemade granola and yogurt along with strong coffee.
I think first prize though went to the Burrata Toast with a fried egg on top.
When we rolled out of there at about 10 am, a large line had formed. Whatever time you arrive, it is worth the wait. It is really that good.
We were fueled up and ready to go. First stop- LACMA! Lacma is a massive art museum comprised of indoor and outdoor spaces to immerse your self. There is literally something for everyone.
It was hard to convince ourselves to go inside, but the palm trees would wait.
The LACMA has the largest collection of fine art on the West Coast.
Chris Burden’s Metropolis II was one of the most popular exhibits we encountered. We were mesmerized.
After a good couple of hours exploring, we decided we needed to break for lunch. My son and I ventured over to the Silver Lake area, where he had lived last summer. He remembered reading about a new Filipino spot that had gotten great buzz called Ma’am Sir .
First off, Silver lake is an awesome area to explore. It is very young, and very happening. We hadn’t made a reservation at Ma’am Sir, but fortunately they had room for us.
The decor was simple, yet fun.
First things first, cocktails.
My son had a Michelada, which he deemed quite delicious.
I went with the Bloody Mary, since it was Brunch. Not sure what made it so special, but it was really good.
For our meal we ordered one Ma’am Sir Brunch plate (for my son), and a Salted Egg Babingka (for me).
A little bit of everything on the brunch plate. There were also sides of porridge and rice that went along with. This was a serious meal, and truly delicious.
I didn’t know what to expect when I ordered a Babingka, but it was so so good! More like a dessert – and I had to call the waitress over to double check that it was rice flour and not pastry flour. These could be habit forming. Speaking of the waitstaff, they were exceedingly friendly and helpful. The whole meal was a success, and I would most definitely recommend it.
After lunch we Uber-ed over to Venice, because a trip to LA without shopping on Abbot-Kinney is not a real trip. More palm trees, awesome stores, amazing people watching- just perfection!
We shopped for about an hour, and the weather started getting cooler. We had packed a lot in, and it was time for a big family dinner.
We headed over to the Casa del Mar in Santa Monica for a quick drink and to regroup. Their lobby/bar area was packed, and an ideal place to waste 45 minutes before our next stop. We ordered their fabulous guacamole to share, but after 40 minutes of waiting for it we cancelled it. It was dinner time. I guess it will have to wait until next time. We really enjoyed staying at this hotel on our last visit to Santa Monica. It is the sister property to Shutters, but less expensive, and better service (aside from the missing guac).
Dinner was booked at The Exchange which is located within the Freehand Hotel in downtown LA. One word of caution, while the hotel and restaurant were busy and crowded, the surrounding areas are super sketchy at night. It is not a place I enjoyed walking around in the dark.
The restaurant was really crowded and really loud. We were ushered to ur table upstairs, and settled in to explore the multi-cultural (mainly Middle Eastern) menu.
Forgive me, the lighting upstairs was terrible for photos- so I didn’t bother taking too many, and they don’t look too appetizing.
The food was good, nothing to write home about. We had been trying to get a reservation at Bavel which is also Middle Eastern, but had no luck. I think that that would have been the move. Next time we will plan further ahead. The family time was terrific though, and more than made up for the average food.
We had packed a lot in to two short days, and my flight was at 7 am in the morning, so we headed home to bed after dinner. Once again, Los Angeles was the best cure for the winter blues!!
The Uber ride to the airport at 5:45 am was a breeze, I think that may be the only time there is no traffic in LA. Once at the airport I was through security literally in seconds thanks to CLEAR.
An on-time flight, and welcome back to Snowy Montana!


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Looking for the best things to do in Cape Town this weekend? We’ve got you covered. This weekend, between 9 and 11 March 2018, we have a great range of things to see and do. From school jazz festivals all the way to classic ballet, iconic musicals, wine festivals, and of course, the iconic Cape Town Cycle Tour, this weekend has a little bit of everything. Keep reading to get our list of the best things to do in Cape Town this weekend.
Best Things to Do in Cape Town This Weekend
Some of the best things to do in Cape Town this weekend include the following:
Cape Town Cycle Tour 2018
The Cape Town Cycle Tour 2018 is set to take place on Sunday 11 March 2018. After last year’s event being cancelled due to the strong winds, this year’s Cape Town Cycle Tour has been eagerly awaited by cyclists and spectators alike. Please note that events like this can change in an instant. We will do our best to update this event listing if cancellations occur. From the website: “Cape Town Cycle Tour Lifecycle Week is a nine-day celebration of all things cycling, where a world-famous city embraces human power and celebrates the healthy lifestyle and freedom of movement the humble bicycle offers all its inhabitants and visitors.” There will be various road closures and viewing spots. For details, visit www.capetowncycletour.com.
On Saturday 10 March 2018, local bands The Rudimentals, Crimson House and Sean Koch Trio will be taking to the Farmhouse Rocks stage. Take a drive out to Scarborough for an afternoon of good music, good vibes and good times at Cape Farmhouse, as you enjoy the laid-back setting of this live music venue. Tickets are available via Quicket and cost around R90 per adult, R50 for students (student card essential), and R20 for kids under 12 years. Food and drinks will be on sale. Gates open at 13h00 and the concerts usually start at around 15h00, ending at 19h00. For more info, visit the official website at www.capefarmhouse.com/farmhouse-rocks.
Romeo & Juliet at Oude Libertas
On Friday 9 and Saturday 10 March 2018, the classic ballet Romeo & Juliet will be performed by Cape Town City Ballet at Oude Libertas Amphitheatre in Stellenbosch, as part of their Summer Festival. From the website: “Told in timeless classical style, this romantic ballet, will transport the viewer into a realm of family dispute with a tragic, but uplifting conclusion.” Tickets cost R190- R220 per person via Computicket. The show runs from 20h15 to 21h45 on both nights. For more information, visit the official website over at http://oudelibertas.co.za.
West Side Story
If musicals are more your cup of tea than ballet, be sure to head to the Artscape this weekend to catch West Side Story. This classic tale is based on Romeo and Juliet, telling the story of two rival gangs who battle it out on the harsh streets of 1950s New York. Running all weekend, there is a bit of romance, a bit of action, plenty of show-stopping songs, epic dances and loads of fun to be expected when watching this musical. Tickets cost between R160 and R470 via Computicket. For a full rundown of the show, head on over to the official Artscape event page at www.artscape.co.za/event/west-side-story.
CFlat Youth Jazz Festival
On Sunday 11 March 2018 between 15h00 and 19h00, Steenberg High School hosts the CFlat Youth Jazz Festival. A number of groups will take to the stage, including the Steenberg High Wind Band, South Peninsula High School Jazz Band, Steenberg High Jazz Band, Steenberg High Jazz Ensemble, Stellenbosch University Jazz Ensembles, and The Fostering Foundation Artists, as well as special guests Sophia Foster and RJ Benjamin. Tickets are available via the school or via Quicket at R50 per person. The event takes place in the courtyard of Steenberg High, where a new 1000 seater outdoor Alstom Music Pavilion has been erected. For more information on this festival, visit the event page over at www.facebook.com/events/171455640169579.
Mont Rochelle Harvest Festival
Celebrate the start of autumn on Saturday 10 March 2018 with the Mont Rochelle Harvest Festival, which takes place in the Cape Winelands town of Franschhoek. Highlights include grape-picking, wine tasting and delicious treats from the Country Kitchen. This is a great way to get away from the city for a day trip. As a family-friendly outing, kids are also welcomed. Take a date or get a few friends together for a day of wine tasting and dining. For more information, visit the official Facebook page over at www.facebook.com/MontRochelle.
Looking for more ideas on what to do this weekend? Follow our blog for tips and ideas, view our tours to find a rewarding travel experience, check out our list of accommodation on offer, and start planning now. Whatever you’re in the mood for doing, you are sure to have no trouble finding the best things to do in Cape Town this weekend once you know where to look.


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Kristen Bell and Toby Keith have great chemistry together, which will serve them well as co-hosts of Wednesday's CMT Music Awards.
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The actress and the country singer do interact in the above promo for the show (above), in which Keith suggests a revealing, Daisy Duke-style outfit for Bell (who says she'll opt for Prada instead).
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text: "...Brother John, have you seen the oldest daughter, standing there with broken wings..." Willie Nelson FROM BRETT: Most of my life I've been in search of some place I could never find. A place I hope to find. This collection is the result of my emergence from the night; alive, emerging to find love on the other side. Some powerful force has carried me; an angel who stands at my bed, a whispering God who counsels my thought, or an ancient Indian princess who chants freedom, all meaningless words to describe indescribable love. DAY DREAMING: I think about about mysticism, philosophy, theology, shamanism, the Holy Spirit, the Teachings of Christ, Buddhism, death, life after death, coincidence, synchronicity, chance, good luck, bad luck, no luck and the meaning of life. Sometimes I awake up in the morning and my wings feel broken. Wearing the feathers of fear I sing to the spirit and people who have carried me. I narrowly escaped my death in the rabbit-hole. I fight everyday not to fall back in. This album is about my spirtual longing to repair the damage done, and find the the spirit who guides me. The mirror image of being Broken is being Whole. THE ANGEL WHO SPEAKS TO ME: I flail and gasp somewhere between love and self-destruction, darkness and piercing light; blood of the lamb, whiskey, dusty boots, prayer, prison, birds on the sunrise, heroin-tears, moths fluttering in the porch light. These songs are for you, because I love you, but most of all; I hope to see you there, in the gypsy sparkle, spring time dew. I stand before you, open hand, a raving fan, though my feet are broken. A SECRET NO ONE KNOWS: Because I always wanted a Gospel Choir to sing on this album, but was limited in resources, I imagined who those people might be and what they might look like. What are their names? Where are they from? How about Leroy Jones? I always saw Leroy as a tall, awkward man with a deep soul. How about Leticia Williams? She's a girl with an attitude from Compton who sings in the local choir, but never gets the opportunity to sing up front. She's bitter about that. How would they sing for me on my album? Leroy and Leticia live in my heart, but the truth is they don't really exist. They live in BROKEN; fictitious characters made up in my mind. John Roland was named after the Roland Drum Machine I used. MY FAVORITE TRACK: One of my favorite tracks off the album is track #3 entitled WALK EASY. Late one night, I was waiting for a train in San Francisco, when my cell phone rang. A close friend of mine had overdosed. He was doing well; or so I thought. As I sat down in my seat and stared out the window, I felt my cry. As the train clicked along, I wrote that tune. I later collaborated with my good friend and great jazz pianist, Jose Gonzales. (Jose is a real character; and boy is he a character.) I wanted to create the feeling of that Gospel Choir in the chord progressions. Jose accomplished that, but came up with wonderful country melodies, while staying grounded in his jazz roots. We wanted to create something completely stripped down, bare and on the bone. I think we captured that. The moment despair shoots through your heart, when you get the phone call that changes your life. Someone you love, has left, forever. Thanks for your support. Feel free to email me, if you'd like to share with me any thoughts. Love, Brett.


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Commenting on the launch of the Purple Carpet, Harshita Singh, Times Prime Business Head said: “We are absolutely delighted to offer our members an elevated cinema experience with the launch of ‘Purple Carpet’. Times Prime members not only get access to memberships from some of the most loved brands in the country but also get access to one-of-a-kind experiential events. Purple Carpet is one of many such experiences that members can look forward to in the coming year”
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BALAKLIIA, Ukraine — Lyudmyla Vorona says her hometown of Balakliia, in Ukraine’s northeast Kharkiv region, was unprepared when the Russians took control in early March.
“We didn’t have extra food or toiletries,” says Vorona, 60. “And the children were afraid of all the shelling. We were very cold and hungry.”
So when Ukrainian troops recaptured Balakliia late last week – the first of a series of towns they swiftly liberated as part of their recently launched counteroffensive in the east – locals were delighted .
“We were very happy,” Vorona’s friend Valentryn Dacenko, 60, recalls enthusiastically. “We cried, we kissed, we kissed our warriors, we hugged them. … It’s hard to describe in words.”
The recovery of the area went surprisingly quickly; so quickly that the Russian forces withdrew in such a hurry that they left behind a lot of military equipment and vehicles, and did not release the people they had detained – and allegedly tortured – in the prison of Balaklia.
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They spoke to NPR on Tuesday as they lined up for humanitarian aid in the heavily damaged downtown Balakliia. They are two of many locals NPR spoke to during the first press tour of the newly liberated area. Many still seemed genuinely shocked that their city had been liberated.
“The only thing we’re afraid of now is that the Russians might come back. It’s really hard to believe it’s for good,” Dacenko said.
The cleaning begins
While the physical damage to Balakliia and surrounding areas is not as severe as the destruction left behind in the Kyiv suburbs of Bucha and Irpin, the city still has a lot of cleanup to do.
Utilities that have been cut for months, such as water, electricity, internet, and cell service, need to be restored. Residents need food and other supplies, Russian soldiers stole food from homes, cleared store shelves and killed farm animals. Several buildings must also be rebuilt, houses repaired and abandoned and bombed-out vehicles removed.
There is also the task of assessing the extent of the death toll during the six months of occupation of the region. Officials say they found the bodies of five Ukrainian civilians in Balakliia, but they suspect there are others. At least two of them are men who were allegedly shot dead by Russian soldiers as they walked through a checkpoint. Their bodies were buried in makeshift graves near the city center and have now been exhumed for further investigation.
“We will try to do everything in our power to record all war crimes committed by Russian forces,” Oleg Synegubov, head of the Kharkiv regional military administration, told reporters.
This could be a turning point
President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said Tuesday that Ukraine had reclaimed more than 1,500 square miles of territory so far this month. Zelenskyy paid a visit to the region on Wednesday.
The Institute for the Study of War, a think tank in Washington, D.C., says Ukraine recaptured more territory in its latest counteroffensive in less than a week than Russia managed to. capture in all its operations since April.
The Kremlin has acknowledged that it needs to withdraw its troops in the Kharkiv region, and several members of the Russian State Duma have expressed concern about the situation on the front line, according to the institute. Meanwhile, officials in some Russian-controlled areas in eastern Ukraine have urged residents to evacuate.
Seth Jones, senior vice president and director of the international security program at the Center for Strategic and International Studies, said Ukraine’s recent success was the culmination of several things, including spurring the Russians to move a large part of their troops to the south.
“Ukrainian forces had basically pretended that the priority was going to be in the south, in areas like Kherson,” he said. “The Russians moved some military forces from the north and east to the south, and that provided an opportunity for [Ukrainians to] grow in the northern and eastern regions.”
Analysts say the counteroffensive has damaged Russian troops administratively and morale is at rock bottom. Russia should move more of its troops to retake the territory it has lost — something it really cannot afford to do right now because it would leave them vulnerable on other fronts, Jones says.
Officials say around 15% of the Kharkiv region is still occupied by Russia, meaning the fighting may not be totally over for places like Balakliia.
“I think it will probably be a turning point, probably not. the turning point,” he says.
Polina Lytvynova contributed to this report.