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It's the holy grail for combat stress in a 100% natural and effective way. Yes, we are talking about adaptogens and how they are being introduced into our daily lives to slow down the fast pace of modern life.
Lately, you may have heard or read about adaptogenic plants, but why are many people starting to consume them? What benefits can they bring you? Are they really safe? Here we clear all your doubts.
What are adaptogens and what are their benefits?
Adaptogens are plants or fungi that help the body adapt to physical, chemical, or biological stress.
As it is a natural substance, it has no side effects and its function is to stimulate the protective response against stressful situations and return your body to a state of balance called "homeostasis".
Here are some of the benefits of adaptogens:
- improve attention
- reduce fatigue
- Balance hormone levels
- Increase physical stamina and energy levels
- Improve organ function, such as the liver or adrenal glands
- They stimulate the immune system
- They fight the symptoms caused by elevated cortisol levels (anxiety, depression, high blood pressure, insulin resistance)
What is the history of these miraculous plants?
The term "adaptogen" was coined in the 1940s by the doctor Nicolai V. Lazarev, Soviet scientist, doctor and pharmacologist, who studied the body's resistance to stress.
Although these plants are fashionable, they are not new, having been used for centuries in the Chinese and Ayurvedic traditions. And today they are reborn again to make our lives a little easier.
What types of adaptogens are there?
There are at least 70 types of herbal plants that are considered adaptogens and many of them belong to Eastern medicine.
Here we highlight the most common adaptogens:
- Ashwagandha: It is an evergreen shrub that grows in India, the Middle East and some regions of Africa. Its use can treat aging and anxiety.
- Ginseng: It is a small plant found mainly in North America. It is ideal for increasing the body's defenses and strengthening the immune system.
- Tulsi: Also called holy basil, it is widely used in the Hindu tradition, as it is used for many conditions, such as coughs, colds, and even to soothe scorpion stings.
- Rhodiola rosea L.: It grows in the cold and high areas of northern Europe, Asia and eastern North America. It serves to improve the effects of lack of sleep, helps concentration and reduces anxiety, among other benefits.
- Astragalus: It is a plant widely used in traditional Chinese medicine. It is packed with good antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, healing and analgesic properties.
What can adaptogens do for you?
Work projects, important exams, managing grief processes or breakups are examples of stressful moments in which your body suffers. In these cases, adaptogens may be key to overcome these situations successfully.
But how do they really work? When we are faced with a stressor, be it physical or mental, our body undergoes the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS).
This goes through three stages: alarm, resistance and exhaustion. And adaptogens help us stay longer in the resistance phase, through a stimulating effect that slows down exhaustion.
In short, adaptogens send your body a signal to fight or flee. And it is that when we are stressed our adrenal glands secrete cortisol, which gives us energy to face an emergency.
Abusing adaptogens is not good either, since they could become toxic to our body and our health could be affected. Therefore, it is important to consult a specialist before using a new supplement.
5+1 adaptogenic products that help you release stress
If you went to bed late yesterday and your sheets have stuck to you, you have found 20 new WhatsApp messages and you still have to pack your tupperware, prepare a presentation and take the children to school... Breathe and use the magic of adaptogens! !
You can consume them in the form of an infusion or in capsules, although there are also other ways. Here is our list with the best natural products:
The brand Cosmic Dealer offers you a new way to combat stress in the most delicious way, thanks to its 85% dark chocolate tablets.
Son sugar free, handmade and sweetened with dates. And the secret of its success lies in the adaptogens and Ayurvedic spices.
Which do you want more?
- Dark Chocolate 85% with digestive adaptogens: ideal for intestinal transit, with cherry and wild fennel.
- Dark Chocolate 85% with anti-stress adaptogens: your most tempting ally against stress, with coconut and ashwagandha.
- Dark Chocolate 85% with adaptogens Radiant Skin: your secret to shine with natural light, with cocoa, Blue Cornflower and Ajaparita (pea flower).
- Dark Chocolate 85% with adaptogens Mood Support: Fight even the most exhausting day with this hibiscus salt and ashwagandha based chocolate.
Superb is synonymous with wellness thanks to its range of natural supplements (that do work) and are packed with herbal and mineral ingredients.
Its formulations are unique, vegan and cruelty free. Also, the packaging it is 95% recyclable.
These are their top capsules with adaptogens that you will love:
- Muse: its high content in vitamin C makes them a fantastic antioxidant, slows down aging, helps hair and nail growth, as well as collagen production.
- Electra: the remedy to combat insomnia, fatigue and stress thanks to the power of the plant Whitania somnifera.
If you've been feeling down lately or need an energy boost, consuming a product that contains adaptogens can be very helpful.
As it is a natural alternative, you should not worry about trying them, but remember to follow the doses recommended by each manufacturer.

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PRP Therapy for Degenerative Tendon Disease
(Ivanhoe Newswire) –According to a new study, ultrasound-guided delivery of platelet-rich plasma (PRP) improves functionality and reduces recovery time in athletes with degenerative disease in their tendons.
In PRP therapy, blood is collected from the patient and is then spun in a centrifuge to separate the PRP from other blood components. The PRP is then injected under ultrasound guidance into the target area, where it stimulates cellular growth and healing. It is a popular therapy among professional athletes who want to avoid surgery, from Peyton Manning to Kobe Bryant.
Researchers at the University of L'Aquila in L'Aquila, Italy, evaluated PRP in 50 athletes who had degenerative tendinosis in the Achilles tendon, and 30 who had tendinosis in the patellar tendon. They found that patients with tendinosis of the Achilles tendon had an overall improvement of 80 percent in pain and 53 percent in functionality after the PRP treatment. Those with tendinosis in the patellar tendon saw a 75 percent improvement in pain and a 50 percent improvement in functionality.
For more information, go to: http://www2.rsna.org/timssnet/Media/pressreleases/pr_target.cfm?id=700
SOURCE: Radiological Society of North America (RSNA), December 2013
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Bashkir National Cultural Center ‘Ak Tirma’ Group conducting activities in order to keep and promote the Bashkir culture which came to Istanbul as a guest of Union of Turkish World Municipalities (TDBB), participated in a range of cultural events for the celebration of the Nawruz Festival and took videos in Istanbul in memory of historian, turcologist and the leader of independent movement of Bashkir Zeki Velidi Togan.
Bashkortostan ‘Ak Tirma’ group took videos to Bashkir folk song named “Ancestors’ Song” in a memory of Zeki Velidi Togan and for the 100th anniversary of the establishment of the Republic of Bashkortostan, and Bashkirs’ folks song “Baça baça”.. Video filming took place in Istanbul coasts, Bosphorus and historical places of Istanbul. Moreover, the group visited daughter of Zeki Velidi Togan Prof. Dr. Isenbike Togan in Istanbul University, they put flowers on the bust of Togan and made a video.
‘Ak Tirma’ group also visited Union of Turkish World Municipalities Headquarters and made a mini performance there to show their appreciation to TDBB. The program was attended by TDBB Secretary General Fahri Solak, President of Idil (Volga) – Ural Turks Culture and Solidarity Association Gülten Urallı, Bashkir and Tatar students who are studying in Turkey and several citizens.
In addition, ‘Ak Tirma’ group dancers participated to Nawruz activities within the Turkey program organized in Kastamonu Municipality which became Cultural Capital of Turkic World 2018, Keçiören Municipality and Bayrampaşa Municipality by attending concerts with their traditional costumes and presented figures from Bashkir folklore.

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(CTN News) – An official in Maine has ruled that Republican contender and former US President Donald Trump cannot vote in the 2024 presidential primary because of his ties to the insurgency. Trump was thus removed from the ballot.
Democrat Shenna Bellows, Maine’s secretary of state, announced the disqualification of Donald Trump from the ballot on Thursday, using a US Constitutional provision that prohibits anybody who has “engaged in insurrection or rebellion” from being elected to public office.
According to Bellows, Trump should not be allowed to run because the US Capitol storming on January 6 had “occurred at the behest of, and with the knowledge and support of” the former president.
In his 34-page decision, Bellows stated, “I do not reach this conclusion lightly.”.
“The right to vote is a fundamental democratic principle, and our state’s highest court has affirmed time and time again that “no right is more essential in a free country than that of having a voice in the election of those who write the laws under which, as good citizens, we must live.”
By the provisions of the Fourteenth Amendment, I am aware that no Secretary of State has ever denied a presidential contender the right to vote. On the other hand, I’m well aware that no presidential contender in history has ever plotted an uprising.
Shortly following the announcement, the Donald Trump campaign announced its intention to fight the judgment in court.
According to Trump’s campaign spokesman Steven Cheung, who characterized Bellows as a “virulent leftist and a hyper-partisan Biden-supporting Democrat,” the attempted theft of an election and the disenfranchisement of the American voter is being witnessed “in real-time.”
By seeking to immediately remove the name of President Trump from the ballot, Democrats in blue states are irresponsibly and unlawfully suspending the voting rights of American citizens.
Following the Colorado Supreme Court’s ruling earlier this month disqualifying Donald Trump from running due to his role in the January 6 rebellion, Maine has now followed suit.
A high-stakes decision that might determine his eligibility on a national level is possible since Donald Trump has indicated that he will appeal the Colorado case to the US Supreme Court, where he appointed three of the six justices.
Although the former business magnate and current US politician is facing criminal accusations related to his alleged involvement in efforts to reverse the 2020 election results, he has not yet faced rebellion charges.
Given its odd configuration that permits it to split its four votes in the electoral college, Democratic-leaning Maine—one of the least populated US states—could play a disproportionate role in the 2024 election.
Both in 2016 and 2020, Donald Trump earned one electoral vote from the rural 2nd district.


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The chief technology officer of decentralized exchange (DEX) SushiSwap (SUSHI) is looking back on 2022 while giving a roadmap for 2023.
Matthew Lilley, who is also one of the key core developers behind SushiSwap, says that the DEX decided to put Kashi, a lending platform, and MISO, a token launchpad, on the back burner.
Lilley says that Kashi was deprecated for a number of reasons, including numerous design flaws, lack of profitability, and lack of resources. For MISO, Lilley says it was a simple lack of resources that caused SushiSwap to halt development.
According to the SushiSwap CTO, new iterations of both projects will come in the future, but for now, the DEX is the main priority.
“We have the plan to launch successors of these products in the future once we have the resources to dedicate product teams towards them, but believe that requires focusing entirely on the breadwinner at the time being which is inarguably the DEX.”
Specifically, Lilley says SushiSwap will work on delivering concentrated liquidity, which allows liquidity providers to set certain price ranges to provide liquidity.
“Second, concentrated liquidity needed prioritisation to bring us to feature parity with the AMM [automated market maker] sector. V2 was running out of steam. Concentrated liquidity is difficult, but we’re almost at the finish line and plan to release it firmly in 2023 Q1.”
Lilley also teases an “interesting surprise” that’s in the works and a new incentive structure coming to the exchange.
“We have an interesting surprise and some interesting incentive re-alignment at the DEX level which leans on our strengths and strengthens our position I believe.“
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Investors on Wall Street need a place to hide.
The stock market’s skid this year has pulled the S&P 500 within the grasp of what’s known as a bear market. Rising interest rates, high inflation, the war in Ukraine and a slowdown in China’s economy have caused investors to reconsider the prices they’re willing to pay for a wide range of stocks, from high-flying tech companies to traditional automakers.
The last bear market happened just two years ago, but this would still be a first for those investors that got their start trading on their phones during the pandemic. For years, thanks in large part to extraordinary actions by the Federal Reserve, stocks often seemed to go in only one direction: up. Now, the familiar rallying cry to “buy the dip” after every market wobble is giving way to fear that the dip is turning into a crater.
Here are some common questions asked about bear markets:
WHY IS IT CALLED A BEAR MARKET?
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Matapos makatanggap ng bomb threat ang Samuel Christian College sa General Trias City, naglabas ng pahayag ang paaralan na wala ng banta nito sa lugar.
“The bomb threat incident has been thoroughly cleared and resolved on the same day the emails were received. The silence of the school yesterday regarding this matter is actually a very loud statement of its commitment to attend first to the concern at hand, accordingly to the needs of the situation, and manage the same responsibly, ethically, and prayerfully, putting utmost importance on the welfare of the people God has entrusted to its care and administration,” ayon sa SCCGTI.
“At around six in the evening, the school was issued a clearance from this bomb threat incident,” ayon pa sa paaralan.
Matatandaang, nakatanggap ng isang email ang kanilang school administrator ukol sa naturang bomb threat na nagpakilalang miyembro ng Hamas.
Bukod pa rito, sinuspinde ng paaralan ang klase upang masiguro ang kaligtasan at nakipag-ugnayan ito sa pulisya.
Nanawagan naman ang paaralan sa mga netizens na huwag nang gumawa ng mga social media posts na maaaaring magdulot ng iba pang mga problema ukol sa insidente.
“In this light, the school manifests that no news reporting entity, or any other party for that matter, has contacted it to verify the facts they haphazardly posted on their social media platforms,” pahayag ng eskwelahan.


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The Galapagos Islands sit 1,000 kilometres off the coast of Ecuador and consist of 13 beautiful islands, in addition to an array of smaller islets dotted like jewels in the South Pacific Ocean. Admire an abundance of endemic wildlife in their natural habitat, from the Galapagos penguins, flightless cormorants to marine iguanas and giant tortoises. Snorkel amongst the vibrant and colourful fish and swim amongst sea lions and dolphins in this compelling year-round destination.
South America offers infinite charter opportunities. From swimming with sea lions in the Galapagos Islands to cruising down the majestic Amazon River, South America has something to suit every charter traveller. It is hard to envisage a yacht charter destination more alive with passion than South America.
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|August, 2007: From Kupang we did an overnighter to Kawula Island, TG Liang Meah. We traveled with our friends pictured below from left: Hans and Liz on s/v Reve de Lune who are from Switzerland and Brendan and Di on s/v Sunburn from New Zealand. It was nice to be in an anchorage that we could swim in. Between Phoebe and Drake is the volcano Ili Api, which is active and bellowing smoke, which you can see in the photo below left. Drake really misses baths, so he thought he would try the bucket out.|
|To the left is a local boat on the hard, there was quite a large tide here. People actually live on these boats. We are in the town of Lewoleba, Lembata. On the way here we had a leak in the gooseneck for our exhaust, we tried to patch it with metal putty, which did not work. Jim found a welder in town who was able to fix the hole, which cost us around $3. The Indonesians are great, as you can't get parts shipped in, they find ways to fix everything.|
|Lembata is known for a village called Lamalera, which is on the South coast and is the one of the only villages exempt from international bans on whaling. They still use small boats to hunt the whales. There was a tour to this town, but we opted not to do it, and we would rather see the whales swimming than hanging.
It was a little un-nerving anchoraging below a smoking volcano. Amy is eyeing a street vendoring in town. Not much in the way of provisioning here.
|We left Lewoleba before the rest of the rally, to get ahead of everyone. Unfortunately, once all the boats in the rally arrive, the prices of diesel and water all seem to increase. Above is a pod of pilot whales that were fishing next to us. Blue Sky stopped in a lovely bay called Gedong, very deep water all the way to the beach, we anchored in the clearest water we have seen in a while and tied a stern line ashore. There were only three of us when we arrived. The snorkleing was great right off the boat. It was wonderful to be in a place with clear water again. Below is Finn, Phoebe, Drake and Sophie. Finn is from s/v Sunburn and is the same age as Drake, 7.|
|Above: Phoebe is with her friend Sophie from s/v Sunburn, who is ten, and with mom below.|
|It was good to finally see the state of the bottom of the boat, which needed a good cleaning.|
|We were escorted to the village of Waimalung to meet the head man, pictured to the right. The locals were very friendly and helpful and did not ask for anything. The boaters all took gifts for the village ie: rope, to tie up their horses and goats, masks and snorkles, toothbrushes, sewing kits just to name a few. They tended to be farmers and not fisherman, so I gave them packets of vegetable seeds. The village is very remote and the children had a need for new clothes. We prepared for this and had two large bags full of clothes and shoes that Phoebe and Drake had grown out of as well as some of my own. The moms were very appreciative. I wish I had more. After meeting the head man we visited the elementary school and met the Guru, teacher. We brought him note pads, pens, pencils, rulers, paper, crayons, chalk etc. They were very excited to get some new school supplies. Below is a young girl in front of their chalk board with the ABC's and a group photo of the children in their class room. We also printed out some of these photos to hang in the school.|
|The following day the older children were paddling out to our boats and asking for pens and paper. Instead of giving the children the supplies we went to the middle school to give the supplies to their Guru. Top left is the elementary school and right is the middle school, which was a dinghy ride away, about one mile..|
|You can see the schools playgrounds, mounds of dirt. When we left home Phoebe's and Drake's playground was underconstruction, much to the dismay of many parents, who felt there was no where for them to play during recess and lunch. At least they had grass. These people may be poor, but they are rich in spirit and we always saw them smiling. Drake and Finn playing aquaboy. The local children would find anything that floated to come say hi.|
|One day six local boys borrowed our kayak and played with it all day, it was great seeing them all having such fun.|
|After a day, twelve boats showed up in Gedong. We did not want to have a beach BBQ, as the locals did not drink and we did not want to offend them, so we decided to have a dinghy raft up. This is where everyone gets in their dinghies, brings an appretizer to pass around and their drink of choice. Pictured below left starting at the back are Warren and Stephanie from s/v Mico Verde, who are from Washington, then Tom and Amy from s/v Sandpiper, and Brendan from s/v Sunburn. On the right, left to right is Di from s/v Sunburn and Henrietta and Benjamin from s/v Uterus and Finn and Drake. It was a great spot to watch the sunset, as monkeys would come down to the water and play on the rocks. Top right is a shot of two local fisherman at sunset.
|It was hard to leave Gedong, but time to move on. We did a day hop to Teluk Sopa and anchored for the night, then left the next morning for Monkey Beach. The anchorage was behind an island and through a narrow passage that wound it's way around, thankfully it was noon so we could see the coral patches easily and miss them. A couple boats actually hit one patch. We had another dinghy raft up, pictured are Sarah and John from s/v Blue Moon who have two kids, Natasha 7 and Jaimie 5 and are from Australia. When the sun went down a thousand fruit bats flew overhead, we were curious where they came from. The next day we went exploring and found them all hanging upside down in the trees on the other side of the island. When we drove passed they all took off, the noise and sight was pretty spectacular. Below: Finn and Drake are partners in crime.|
|After the bats we found our own private island and white beach. Our friends on s/v Good Hope, Georgie, Brad and their two sons Matt, 7 and Jack 5, were also along for the ride. They are from Western Australia. Phoebe and I love to shell and we found the best shells yet on this little island. Sophie and Phoebe enjoy a snorkle while Matt wades out on the sand bar.|
|Our friend Georgie took this great shot of Blue Sky anchored in Labuhan Bajo, the gateway to Komodo Dragon country.|


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Looming over “Bad Words” is the potential it could have had, as is, were it released ten years ago. With its focus of R-rated behavior poking at the projected innocence of children, along with the couple of chromosomes that keep Bateman’s Trilby from being a Vince Vaughn character, this movie is certainly a product of the comedies that have sculpted out the manchild story in the past decade.
CHICAGO – Pixar’s 13th film has been lauded as a major first for the company – the inaugural adventure aimed squarely at young females. Luckily, there’s nothing here that diminishes that goal in any way. “Brave” features a strong, well-designed, interesting heroine, perfectly voiced by Kelly Macdonald, and it doesn’t pander to its demographic, proving that girls can play with the big boys while also giving them a fable of their own.
CHICAGO – Just in time for holiday shopping, HBO has released both seasons of the epic “Rome” in one gorgeously-packaged Blu-Ray set with all 22 episodes and bonus material including audio commentaries and behind-the-scenes featurettes. Whatever you may think of the show, “Rome” was one of the most beautifully designed programs of the decade and a perfect fit for 1080p.

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Four programs are ready, set, go. Their logos have been cemented into Final Four lore.
Now that a week long fiesta in San Antonio, TX has tipped-off the celebration of this colossal sporting event, the 2018 Men’s Final Four inches closer to becoming just a few palpable heartbeats away.
Let’s face it. Everyone’s bracket has been busted to some extent since March Madness breathed new life into the great month of March. On Saturday, four teams will close the month with either resounding jubilation or tears of utter sadness. These young men will have the opportunity of a lifetime, playing college basketball on the world’s biggest stage inside of the Alamodome in the Alamo City.
Big-time upsets (and one that was the biggest ever — No. 16-seeded UMBC absolutely destroying No. 1-overall seed Virginia), buzzer beaters, clutch shots, extraordinary defense, and true grit have paved the Road to the Final Four.
On the right side of the NCAA Tournament bracket, this matchup doesn’t come as a big surprise. Both the No. 1-seeded Villanova Wildcats and Kansas Jayhawks took care of business leading up to this highly anticipated national semifinal. In a piece a few weeks back, I alluded to the strength and character of both programs. Head coaches Jay “Armani” Wright of Villanova and Bill Self of Kansas are the definition of leadership and class in collegiate athletics. That being said, neither squad will back down with pride and a potential championship within reach. Ah, yes. The beauty of sports, ladies and gentlemen. Competitive drive.
Since I’ve been a fan of Coach Wright and Villanova for many years now and they happen to be my pick to win the whole enchilada, I’ll break down their keys to victory versus Rock Chalk, Jayhawk.
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If the Wildcats advance to the National Final, these are their keys:
- Point guard and probable national player of the year, Jalen Brunson, must continue to play his brand of basketball. He must control the tempo for Nova with his tremendous orange roundball IQ. Avoiding costly turnovers, penetrating the lane when the opportunities present themselves, and using his great mind to take quality shots from the field.
- Being able to drill shots from the land of plenty at somewhere around 50 percent throughout the contest. Guards Mikal Bridges, Phil Booth, Donte DiVincenzo, and Mr. Brunson will be Coach Wright’s main contributors from beyond the arc.
- Forwards Eric Paschall and Omari Spellman must control the painted area. In Villanova’s Elite Eight game against Texas Tech on Sunday, Paschall dropped home 12 points and gobbled-up 14 rebounds. If he can produce the same on Saturday, Nova Nation will be cheering on their guys in the title game.
- Solid perimeter defense, avoiding foul trouble, and forcing Kansas to foul with greater frequency. Foul trouble for the Jayhawks late means that one of the best free throw shooting teams in the country can simply ice the game.
If Kansas can’t prevent Nova from doing these things, the Wildcats will be playing for their second national championship in three seasons. The only other title for the program was back in 1985 when Head Coach Rollie Massimino led his No. 8-seed Villanova team to a monumental upset over the heavily favored, Georgetown Hoyas.
On the left side of the Tourney bracket, things look a little different and a lot more interesting. Most people didn’t expect the No. 3-seeded Michigan Wolverines to reach the Final Four, but it can’t be a huge shock to anyone that followed how well they played down the stretch. At the end of the regular-season and throughout the Big Ten postseason tournament, Head Coach John Beilein’s group of young pups was rolling. It has definitely carried over in their NCAA Tourney march.
Michigan will be matched against the improbable Cinderella — the No. 11-seeded Loyola University Chicago Ramblers. If it wasn’t destiny for LUC, it was divinity. The Ramblers have 98-year-old Sister Jean Dolores-Schmidt, and it seems that you can’t beat this divine guardian. Sister Jean serves as the team’s chaplain, and she just so happens to be their biggest fan.
But if you look at things in terms of hoops talent, the Ramblers certainly don’t have a lack. After all, this is a mid-major program from the Missouri Valley Conference with a 32-5 record. They can play, folks. During their Dance to the Final Four, LUC won their first three games by a total of just four points. However, in their Elite Eight matchup against Kansas State, they opened up a can en route to a dominating 78-62 victory. Head Coach Porter Moser has his kids playing with passionate flare.
For the Ramblers to pull off yet another upset — this time facing Michigan — they must figure out a way to handle the Wolverines’ size advantage. Not only that, they’ll have to navigate through Maze and Blue’s suffocating defense. Additionally, they must limit Michigan’s ability to splash down shots from the land of plenty on offense.
Did I mention that all four of these teams won their conferences postseason tournament championship? No. Well, they did. When it comes to the Tourney and how far programs typically advance, playing great orange roundball late in the season is vital. It certainly helped propel Villanova, Kansas, Michigan, and Loyola-Chicago all the way to the Final Four.
Come Saturday, college hoops will consume the gorgeous River City of San Antonio. I can’t wait.
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Katherine Starzyk’s social justice laboratory recently published an article finding a correlation between connectedness to nature and support for reconciliation between Canada and Indigenous people. Starzyk, associate professor in the department of psychology, published the article alongside Aleah Fontaine, Leora Strand and Katelin Neufeld.
Fontaine works with Starzyk’s lab as she completes her PhD thesis. Strand participated in the project as part of her undergraduate honours thesis. Neufeld, a PhD student and then a postdoctoral fellow, has been associated with the lab for more than 10 years.
“We’ve been studying reconciliation for the last couple of years,” Fontaine said.
“We’ve been really trying to understand what reconciliation means to Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples in Canada, and we’ve conducted several different […] ongoing projects on the topic.”
The recently published project recruited over 200 non-Indigenous students at the University of Manitoba to complete an online survey.
“[Participants] completed an online study that asked them many different questions kind of assessing their attitudes toward nature, the way that they think about different animals as well as their attitudes toward reconciliation,” Fontaine said.
“At the core of the project is this idea that moral expansiveness — or the breadth of entities that we consider to be worthy of moral concern and treatment — is one of those underlying attitudes that connect all of those things. So, we had participants complete measures assessing how connected they felt toward nature, the extent to which they viewed humans and animals as similar and equal, how supportive they were toward reconciliation and then that breadth of entities that they consider worthy of moral concern.”
The project stemmed from a finding in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s (TRC) final report. When describing reconciliation, many testified that both reconciliation between social groups and between humans and nature are necessary.
For example, in the summary of the TRC’s final report, it was written that Elder Reg Crowshoe said reconciliation “also requires reconciliation with the natural world.”
“If human beings resolve problems between themselves but continue to destroy the natural world, then reconciliation remains incomplete,” the report said.
Fontaine said this concept of reconciliation between both social groups and humans and the natural world stuck out to her.
“It had reminded me of some other research that I had come across […] that had kind of made connections between how people think about members of other different social groups […] [and] other animals and how there are some common underlying ideologies that people have that kind of informed their attitudes toward members of other social groups and animals,” she said.
Building on this notion of reconciliation, Starzyk and co-authors hypothesized, in part, that connectedness to nature would have a significant and positive effect on attitudes toward reconciliation and moral expansiveness.
Just as people feel concern for close family members, friends and colleagues, people also feel concern for other people and things.
“People can also feel concerned toward entities that are also considered pretty dissimilar,” Fontaine explained.
“So, maybe people from different social groups, people who are unlike us, but also animals, chickens, bees, dolphins, as well as things that are not living — rocks, rivers, Banff National Park.”
In 2019, Fontaine received one of the six Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships — each valued at $150,000 over three years — awarded to graduate students at the University of Manitoba that year. Vanier scholarships are considered by some to be the Canadian equivalent of the prestigious Rhodes Scholarships offered to students as an international graduate-level award to study at Oxford University.
“I am very mindful that, you know, we are really living in a time of climate destabilization, climate change,” Fontaine said.
“I really think that we need to kind of move beyond this very human-centric way of thinking about issues of social justice, and if it’s possible, to […] address some social justice issues such as reconciliation through other means, like connecting people to nature.”


Netanyahu Needs to Quiet Iran Rhetoric
March 9, 2012
After meeting with President Barack Obama at the Oval Office March 5, Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin “Bibi” Netanyahu needs to make his case against Iran’s nuclear program more quietly, hidden behind the civilized veneer of international diplomacy. Going public more than ever with threats of military action against Iran hurts Israeli national security and does not accomplish his goal of getting a solid coalition against the Persian state. While a recent report by the International Atomic Energy Agency about suspected nuclear mop up operations around Iran’s military sites stirs questions about atomic weapon development, it doesn’t give Netanyahu a license for provocation. At his Oval Office meeting with Bibi, Obama promised that he would not allow Iran to develop a nuclear weapon but asked the Israeli Prime Minister to show some restraint while sanctions take hold.
Threatening military action against the Persian state does nothing other than push the world closer to the brink. No one knows for sure whether any attack would halt Iran’s nuclear ambitions but it’s certain to push world oil and gas prices over the precipice. With the global economy emerging from recession, any attack in the Persian Gulf or vicinity would cause an economic jolt, likely setting back economic recovery. U.S. oil and gas prices recently spiked on pure speculation about a possible attack. Any real strike would cause retaliatory attacks and push world oil and gas prices into the stratosphere. Now pushing $4 a gallon in most U.S. big cities, a military operation could spiral oil and gas prices out of control, stalling a fragile economic recovery in the U.S. and Europe. “Both the Prime Minister and I prefer to solve this diplomatically,” said Obama at his March 6 meeting.
When Obama spoke March 5 to the American Israeli Public Affairs Committee [AIPAC], he warned against premature military intervention, asking Israel to give diplomacy more time. He also told the powerful Jewish lobby that “he had Israel’s back” and was not bluffing when he warned Iran that all options were on the table. ‘Ultimately, Iran has to make the decision to move in that direction,” said Barack, asking Iran to suspend any work toward weapons’ development. “When I say all options are on the table, I mean it,” trying to reassure Netanyahu that the U.S. stands with Israel in its determination to keep nukes out of Iranian hands. Since their meeting, Nentanyahu has made a full court press about Israel’s rights to preemptively attack Iran regardless of the current state of Iran’s nuclear arms development. Iran denies that it’s involved in atomic weapons’ work.
Comparing Iran to Nazi Germany and insisting Israel won’t sit idly by while Iran plots Israel’s destruction, Netanyahu offended many in his own party, in and out of Israel. Netanyahu believes that Iranian President Mahmoud Ahmandinejad would drop an A-bomb on Tel Aviv based on flippant, rhetorical remarks made by Ahmandinejad in 2005 about “wiping Israel off the map.” Netanyahu takes Ahmandinejad literally when he knows that many Arab countries, including Jordan, Syria, Egypt, Lebanon, etc., don’t include the map of Israel in school textbooks. “As prime minister of Israel, I will never let my people live in the shadow of annihilation." Since Israel was founded in 1948 over the objections of Arab states, Israel has been through at least four wars of annihilation. With all the U.S. military help over Arab objections, Israel has always lived under the threat of annihilation.
Netanyahu bases his fears of annihilation on Ahmadinejad’s flowery—though hostile—language largely used for popular consumption. Of all the Mideast countries, Iran has been more hospitable to Jews over the centuries than other Arab regimes. No one wants to see a nuclear arms race in the Middle East. Netanyahu’s assumption that Iran would automatically nuke Israel is preposterous. Apart from the Iran-Iraq War [1980-88], Iran has not been known to attack its neighbors or show undue aggression. While some argue that Iran funds and arms terrorist groups, like Hezbollah in Lebanon, it’s also true that many other Mideast countries give to terror groups. Going to war against Iran to halt its nuclear program would practically assure more aggression. When Pakistan got the bomb in 1999, the same objections were raised by the U.S. and India: So far, no nuclear attack on India.
Netanyahu needs to tamp down the belligerent rhetoric and let the U.S.-led international coalition deal with Iran’s nuclear shenanigans. Instead of bringing all parties to the bargaining table, more heated talk pushes diplomacy out of reach. Netanyahu needs to listen to Obama when he commits to the same objective of preventing Iran from developing nuclear weapons. Obama’s political survival and legacy are built on preventing Iran from getting the bomb. If Ahmandinejad succeeds in getting a nuke on Obama’s watch, it will have catastrophic effects on the Democratic Party. “Today we have a state of our own. And the purpose of the Jewish state is to defend Jewish lives and to secure the Jewish future,” said Netanyahu, knowing full well Israel’s future is tied to the United States. Controlling the belligerent rhetoric is the best way to secure the Jewish state.
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The Premier League era has seen unprecedented sums of money come into British football, and the rewards for success have increased enormously.
However, the price of failure is equally stark, and over the last 25 seasons, a number of clubs have crashed and burned under the pressure, plummeting down the divisions and almost out of business.
The number of British clubs to have entered administration in the last quarter-century is over 40, and the list includes some of the most famous names in football. Leeds United, Sheffield Wednesday, Southampton, Leicester City, Hull City, Derby County, Bournemouth, Huddersfield and Rangers have all spent time under the control of administrators. Crystal Palace and Bradford City have twice been under administration, while Portsmouth have suffered that fate on three separate occasions.
The problem has not been confined to teams striving to compete in the Premier League. The financial strain has been felt by a number of lower-league clubs, and three – Chester City, Darlington and Rushden & Diamonds – have gone out of business completely.
Administration can be a traumatic experience for officials, players and fans. Clubs that go into administration lose league points and usually have to sell their best players, a double blow that often results in a team suffering swift relegations. Some clubs can end up without a ground or struggling to stay competitive even at a lower level.
For example, seven years after finishing third in the Premier League, Leeds United found themselves languishing in the third tier after consecutive points deductions, and Portsmouth dropped even further to League Two. Coventry City are still embroiled in disputes over their ground five years after entering administration, and Sheffield Wednesday and Bradford have also spent their share of time in the third tier.
However, there is life after administration. Take the example of Huddersfield Town. Fifteen years ago, the club was weighed down by £13 million losses and a crippling wage bill that forced them to the brink of folding before the 2003-04 season. They went into administration in March 2003 after battling for survival for over a year, but they came out the other side, winning two promotions in nine seasons and finally reaching the Premier League under young coach David Wagner. The Terriers are making a good job of their first season in the top tier and this weekend are favourites with online football betting company Stakers to beat Swansea and all but guarantee another season in the Premier League.
Rangers’ recovery from administration has been slower and more painful, partly because they are the biggest British club to suffer this fate in the Premier League era. Hit by financial difficulties in the late 2000s, the Glasgow club was forced into administration in January 2012, but because the sums of money it owed to HM Revenue & Customs were so large, the club was not allowed to leave administration, and in June 2012, Rangers, which had been in existence since 1872, went into liquidation.
The assets of the old club were sold to a new company, known as The Rangers Football Club, and the team started the 2012-13 season in the lowest tier of Scottish football. However, they weren’t there for long. Three promotions in four years saw Rangers return to the Scottish Premiership, finishing third in their first season back in the top flight.
Southampton are another notable club to have emerged stronger from administration. After spending big in an attempt to survive in the Premier League, they were relegated in 2005, and four years later, their financial problems finally forced the club into administration. They were relegated to the third tier and hit with a ten-point deduction, and for a time in the summer of 2009, it wasn’t clear whether the club would survive. However, two years later, under Nigel Adkins, the Saints pulled off consecutive promotions to return to the Premier League, where they remain – a stunning example of how quickly a club can recover from administration.
As the stories of Huddersfield, Rangers and Southampton show, administration need not be the end; indeed, there are many clubs that have come out the other side in a stronger state. While the process of administration can be tough to endure, and usually leads to a short-term decline in performances or relegation, it can be the catalyst for turning a club around. If supporters remain loyal, clubs can recover completely and in some cases can go on to reach new heights in terms of football and financial performance.


SeaFoam is a cleaning agent that is used to remove all types of grime and debris from your vehicle’s engine bay. The product can be used by anyone regardless of their mechanical experience level and it has been touted as an effective solution for engines suffering from oil leaks and other severe damage. There are many benefits to using this cleaner, but there are also some drawbacks that should be considered before purchasing the product. In order to make an informed decision about whether or not SeaFoam is worth investing in, please read on for the truth about SeaFoam!
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What Is Sea Foam?
The internal components of your engine will eventually become clogged with a variety of unpleasant substances. Varnish and tar accumulate on the surfaces of pistons, rings, and lifters, as well as in the oil galleries that supply oil to all the parts. This reduces the engine’s cooling and lubrication capacity, reducing performance, efficiency, and lifespan.
The same buildup can also build up in the fuel system, clogging the injectors or carburetor jets, gumming up the intake valves and top of the pistons. If your valve train is blocked, your engine’s breathing will be severely limited. Carbon deposits on the pistons and valves can cause hot spots, which lead to detonations, lowering your engine’s performance.
Sea Foam Motor Treatment is a multi-functional engine treatment that can be used in bio-diesel, ethanol, gasoline, and diesel engines. The Seafoam formula will clean fuel injectors and fuel stabilizers while also drying the oil and cleaning the fuel. This product is proven to restore lost engine power by dissolving all sorts of deposits left behind by petroleum products.
Is Sea Foam bad for your engine?
No, Sea Foam is not bad for your engine. The reality of Sea Foam is that it is usually safe to use in all forms of gasoline and diesel engine fuels, but it can be harmful under specific circumstances. If you misuse the product and do not follow manufacturer recommendations, you risk severely damaging your engine.
Sea Foam ingredients
Only organic petrol-based chemicals are used in Sea Foam, which are non-corrosive and harmless to fuel systems and engine components/components. These substances may be found online, with the makeup being rather easy: pale oil, naphtha, and isopropyl alcohol (IPA).
Here is the breakdown of chemicals:
|Pale Oil||40 - 60%|
|Naptha||25 - 35%|
|Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)||10 - 20%|
There are three parts in Sea Foam Motor Treatment, but they are used at various ratios. If you’re interested in learning more, here’s a link to Sea Foam’s safety data sheets.
Because water leaves gasoline and can freeze in supply lines at low temperatures, fuel tanks are prone to water damage. Isopropyl alcohol is one of the Sea Foam components. According to Chem Europe, petroleum-derived IPA is well-known for its capacity to solubilize (made it easier to dissolve) water in the fuel.
The reality is that products like Sea Foam are marketed as engine cleaners, not as a substitute for oil. It should never be used in place of an oil change because it might cause severe damage to your engine.
Does Sea Foam work?
Sea Foam is a highly recognized, long-standing engine treatment that has been around for almost 80 years, according to NAPA Auto. While the company offers a comprehensive range of goods, the most popular is Sea Foam Motor Treatment.
Sea Foam products claim to eliminate hazardous residues and deposits from fuel passageways, intake valves, pistons, and chamber regions. According to the majority of consumers, Sea Foam works. It cleans injectors by breaking down deposits and freeing debris that can block them. It improves the combustion efficiency of the engine significantly.
Make sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions carefully when using Sea Foam — one of which is not to combine it with oil or petrochemical solvents. It may emit toxic vapors and combustion gases.
With all of this in mind, Sea Foam isn’t a magic cure-all. If your car has significant underlying issues besides carbon deposits, such as a faulty fuel pump or bad fuel injectors, Sea Foam won’t fix it.
Is Sea Foam bad for old engines?
According to certain automobile forums, using Sea Foam on older engines with severe problems may not be a good idea. They claim that cleaning chemicals cause the engine to move, which can displace dirt and faulty seals that might then result in a leak.
Although some may believe that adding a fuel additive to their automobile will cause more damage, this is not the case. After utilizing Sea Foam, other drivers noticed that the performance of their old vehicles improved.
Apart from old engines, Sea Foam provides solutions for marine and fuel injector engines. To assist you in determining which Sea Foam High Mileage product is appropriate for your engine, the following are the various types of engines that it will work with.
Advantages of Sea Foam
- Sea foam spray can be used in gasoline engines, ethanol, diesel, bio-diesel, injector, oil, and carbon cleaning machines
- cleans fuel injectors and fuel stabilizers
- can be used safely in all marine engines, 2 or 4 stroke, inboard or outboard, stern or jet drive
- dissolves petroleum deposits in fuel and oil system, cleaning and restoring lost engine power
- lubricates upper cylinder parts for longer engine life
- protects the entire fuel system from corrosion
- stabilizes fuel by resisting varnish and gum formation
- preserves ignition vapors so engines start easier
Potential Sea Foam negative effects
Sea Foam had a poor reputation because of the problems in the past. It has some undesirable side effects if utilized incorrectly, but there are techniques to utilize it properly.
So, if you’re still wondering whether Sea Foam will harm your car, the answer is no. Furthermore, be wary of the following effects of improperly using Sea Foam.
Decreased fuel economy
The addition of too much Sea Foam in the gas tank can cause clogging in the fuel system and reduce gas mileage. This may result in a decrease in gas efficiency, as well as a potential engine stall.
02 Sensor issues
Some automobile enthusiasts have reported that using Sea Foam damaged their oxygen sensors. The issue is that users are not supposed to use it throughout the entire fuel system.
Incompatible with various injector systems
Some engines require precise timing of fuel injectors, which are not compatible with Sea Foam. The Mercedes-Benz brand, for example, maintains an even flow of fuel with a high-pressure pump. IC5 Fuel Injector Cleaner is designed to restore spray patterns and clean gasoline injection nozzles. It works well to boost fuel economy
The proper way to use Sea Foam
Here’s an in-depth instruction on how to add Sea Foam from the Sea Foam website:
- For regular fuel system maintenance, add 1 ounce per gallon.
- For cleaning, use 2 or more ounces per gallon – the more you add to fuel, the better it cleans! Add when the tank is low to maximize cleaning concentration.
- For injector cleaning machines, use 50/50 mixed with gas.
- Use 100% Sea Foam for diesel injector cleaning machines or when priming diesel fuel filters.
- For 2-stroke pre-mix, add 2 ounces per gallon.
- When stabilizing fuel for storage, use 1 (one) ounce per gallon of fuel. Sea Foam works to stabilize stored fuel for up to 2 years.
- Add to fuel every 3,000 miles for trucks and cars that are driven regularly
- For smaller engines, add whenever you refuel
- For engines that are used regularly, add Sea Foam to a fresh tank every 3 months
- For engines not used frequently, add Seafoam to every tank of fuel
Since misuse of sea Foam is the most common cause of issues, here’s how you can use it safely:
Don’t spray Sea Foam into the air intake
It is not recommended that you directly spray the product into your car’s intake, as this can damage your engine. Instead, put the Sea Foam directly into the gas tank.
It’s also worth noting that some people advocate spraying it straight into the intake manifold.
Use it only when necessary
It’s possible to abuse cleaning products, even those that are non-abrasive. However, because they contain cleaners, you should not abuse them and risk damaging your car.
Follow manufacturer recommendations
Due to the potential risks involved, it’s important to observe all of the manufacturer’s recommendations. Cleaning chemicals, other types of detergent, should be utilized according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Store the product safely
Keep the product in a cool, dry location away from children and pets. For your Sea Foam product, you may wish to invest in lockable containers.
The truth about Sea Foam
Sea Foam is a nondeteriorating, biodegradable engine cleaner that allows engines to start easier, operate more efficiently, and run cleaner. This is used by millions of individuals every day in a variety of locations throughout the world. It’s utilized on automobiles, trucks, and even huge tractors on farms.
So, can Sea Foam damage your engine? To sum things up, no. Sea Foam is remarkably safe for your car engines if you follow the manufacturer’s guidelines.
It will not only help to break up the gunk that is clogging the oil valves and passageways in the engine, but it also helps loosen build-up between the gaskets. Sea Foam is safe to use, however, it’s intended for cleaning your dirty fuel system rather than as a substitute for oil or a gasoline additive.
As a result, make use of it as needed. However, if you think your car’s engine is having issues as a result of using Seafoam, consult with a professional and have an inspection done thoroughly.
Can you put too much Sea Foam in gas?
When used in combination with gasoline, you can’t overdo it. Sea Foam is derived from petroleum and there’s no risk of damage to fuel system parts or engine components as a result of it. In fact, the more you put into the tank, the better it cleans and lubricates. If you’re concerned that you applied too much, add more gas to your fuel tank.
How long does it take Sea Foam to work?
It depends on the level of cleaning you are seeking. The more you add to the fuel tank, the cleaner it cleans. However, there is no strict timeframe where you can expect results. Because of this, it’s best to follow manufacturer recommendations for dosage rates.
Can I put Sea Foam in a full gas tank?
Yes, the product can be added to an entire tank of gasoline. It doesn’t matter how much gas is in your car or truck; Sea Foam can work its way through your system completely. However, because every application has different amounts of active ingredients, it’s best that you follow manufacturer recommendations for dosage rates.
Where can I buy Sea Foam Motor Treatment?
Sea Foam is available at many auto parts stores as well as local big box stores like Walmart and Canadia. If you’re having trouble finding it locally, you can also order Sea Foam online directly from the manufacturer’s website.


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I'm a house wife, Age 52 weight 68 - I was suffering from Serious back pain, and leg Pain. Daily. Blood pressure getting high, Mostly. Pls Suggest me some precautions. How to maintain blood pressure. Hw to get relief from pain. Thnku.
I'm working in a office. From morning 8 to evening 6 I've to sit in front of computer. So at night have back pain. Is there any way or tip to get rid of this pain.
I have a problem in my back. Pain is there in my backbone we can say spine. Am I suffering from slip disk I am afraid. please suggest what is this and what solution is there.
My mother (Age 51, weight 69 kg) has osteoarthritis and the synovial fluid of the right knee (Arthritis grade 4) is nearly gone but the bones of the left leg started to bend and paining more severe from 2 month on wards. And BMD results shows osteoporosis (T-Score = -4.06) (Z Score = -2.63) but uric acid (3.7 mg/dL) and serum calcium is normal. She also has mild diabetes and High BP (140/80). Should we go for the knee replacement surgery or is there any alternative of this surgery? And Can knee replacement surgery successful in osteoporosis bones?
Hi, I actually want to reduce my weight also want to come out from knee pain every day I take thyronorm 125mcg then too still am gaining weight. Please tell me something that should work out. A healthy solution.
I am 26 year old and I have backpain from 1 month and I have used some medicines bt I do not get relief tell me what should I do?
Good afternoon doctor. 9 months before, I was washing clothes by bending. Suddenly got a great pain at centre lower back, right above hips. That pain was very severe. For 15 mins I was unable to move. Later on I started doing waist exercise. And practicing sitting straight. But anyhow I got same pain 6 to 8 times in this 1 year span. Recently yesterday I got with the same pain. It was terrible. Please suggest. Doc.
Osteoporosis is a degenerative condition connected with the bones. In this condition, the bones become absolutely brittle and hollow over a period of time. In normal scenarios, bones usually get broken down and repaired over time. They are known as the living tissue of the body. But when the old bone does not get removed due to the lack of new bone creation, this is known as osteoporosis. This disease can affect both men and women. Many women go through this condition after menopause. Let us find out more about the symptoms of this condition.
Causes: There are a variety of things that cause the painful symptoms of osteoporosis. Hormonal changes that affect the sex and thyroid hormones as well as adrenal and parathyroid glands are known to cause this condition. Also, low calcium intake over a prolonged period, especially after childbirth and during menopause can cause this condition in many women. Further, eating disorders where the patient practices severe restrictions when it comes to food intake, can also have a bearing on the person, which keeps the right nutrients from reaching the bones. Steroids and other kinds of medicines that have been used on a prolonged basis in order to treat cancer, gastric reflux, seizures and to cure transplant rejections, can also lead to this condition. Celiac disease, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel conditions and liver or kidney disease can also lead to osteoporosis.
- Fracture: One of the most common symptoms of osteoporosis includes fragile bones that may lead to fractures. Even a minor movement or a fall can cause a fracture as the bones are brittle and hollow. Because the bones are more delicate than usual, these fractures can be triggered easily by an impactful action like a particularly loud sneeze or a persistent cough.
- Neck and Back Pain: Compression fractures in the spine are a common occurrence for people who are suffering from osteoporosis. The vertebrae that have collapsed can pinch the nerves radiating from the spinal cord. This can be a very painful condition that goes from tender pain to debilitating sharp pain.
- Height: One of the most noticeable symptoms of osteoporosis includes the visible loss of height. A patient suffering from this condition will appear to have shrunk suddenly, in a very mild way. It can cause a condition known as kyphosis, which is basically a stooped back. Owing to this condition, there may be severe pain in the neck and lumbar, or lower back region as well.
- Emergency Situation: If you happen to be experiencing debilitating and sudden pain in the hip or wrists or other such areas, then it is recommended to see a doctor immediately as this could indicate a fracture. In case you have a concern or query you can always consult an expert & get answers to your questions!
I am suffering from severe back pain since 3 weeks. It is getting severe rather than cure. Could any one suggest me what to do?
Runner’s knee is a very common problem with athletes. It is definitely not something one needs to worry about. In fact, with certain exercises, it can be prevented and if you do develop a runner’s knee, it can be treated with some exercises as well.
There are special sports medical practitioners who prescribe not only regular physiotherapy, but also specific exercises to deal with specific sports injuries. To fight with runner’s knee pain, there are a few exercises.
But the four most important ones are described in detail below.
- Quads: For performing proper quads, all you need is a back wall for additional support. You need to hold yourself against the wall and keep your legs apart from each other. The legs should be folded in the knees. In this position, you have to move up till the knee position with a minimum of one minute hold time in the knee position. You can repeat this exercise 10 times at a stretch before moving on to the next exercise.
- Hamstring: This is a fairly easier exercise than the previous one. You have to stand straight with your legs apart. Bend downwards from your hips. Relax your neck and back. Ease your head downwards as well. Keep your hands behind. Join both your hands and give it a stretch. If you think that this position is straining your neck or back a little too much, then you can simply stretch your hands without joining them.
- Calves: Calves is a standard exercise that is prescribed by medical practitioners and physiotherapists for easing out the pain caused by runner’s knee. You have to stand with your hand against the wall. Put your left leg forward and bend it at the knees. Stand on your right heel. Hold yourself in this position for 20 to 30 seconds before changing the legs and doing the same.
- Lateral: Lateral is also one of the easiest and common forms of exercises. You have to stand with your legs directly below your hips. Then stretch your right leg apart. Without bending your knees, try to touch the toes of your right leg with the fingers of your left hand. Hold this position for 20 to 30 seconds before changing the position and performing the lateral with your left leg.
Thus, these are some of the very fundamental exercises that one should follow in order to get quick relief from the pains of a runner’s knee. These exercises are very easy and help in reducing pain.


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Central concepts in regenerative medicine are explored, with a focus on the preclinical development of stem cell therapies. Emphasized are: fundamentals of tissue-specific (post-natal) stem cell isolation, expansion and functional characterization using xenotransplantation into immunodeficient mouse models for the treatment of human hematopoietic disorders, ischemic vascular diseases, diabetes and cancer.


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I hold summer camps every summer and have done so for well over 10 years. We have done improv, composition, rhythm, theory, blues, composers, partriotic themed and more. The possibilities are endless! My summer camps are not optional if a student wants to continue lessons in the Fall. Holding summer camps are the perfect solution to continue the needed income but also get that much needed summer break for teacher and student.
The Problem Solvers
I am in the process of nailing down my lesson plans for my camp in July but so far I have 5 themed classes that focus on problem areas such as note identification, rhythm, etc. I’m not mixing up concepts so the day I teach note identification, that is all I will teach using group movement games, a craft, tactile games, worksheets, and timed flashcards. My goal is to have fun with the children. I don’t have any snazzy names for the classes. They are what they are. Maybe next year I can look into renaming them?
What A Bunch of Animals
This year I am running a camp for 3-4 year olds using Camille Saint-Saens’ Carnival of the Animals. This provides all kinds of craft and game ideas. We will move to the music as if we were that animal, and read books and sing songs on that theme. the camp will only be half days from 9am-12:30pm.
Now… For Starters
I held an introduction to music last summer by using “Carnival of the Animals” to demonstrate loud/soft, fast/slow, etc. Each day there was a different theme, and crafts, games, workbook, videos, new instruments to play and snacks were coordinated. I organized it by three age groups and it was well-received, though not as well-attended as I’d hoped. I plan to hold the camp this summer, with an update to the workbook. It was a LOT of work, but much fun!
The Great Outdoors
We took paper and crayons outside and drew what we ‘heard’. The kids had to listen to the sounds of the outdoors and translate that to something on paper. Some drew birds, some cars (we live near a road), some drew rainbows (that was interesting since it was sunny with NO clouds, but I was really impressed with the train of thoughts), a couple refused! Oh, well.
Time For the Olympics
I am not really doing this as a camp, but rather as part of summer lessons. To encourage students to take at least 8 lessons during the summer, I have set up 8 Music Olympic challenges. For each challenge they complete, they get to color in an Olympic ring or a bronze, silver or gold medal. Challenges are things like playing the correct scales for all your pieces, completing an online music theory game, learning a challenge piece (all have to do with the Olympics). Students can complete more than one challenge per week, but it’s designed to keep things fresh over the summer. Students that complete all 8 challenges receive a “gold” medal and a surprise (a gift card to Dairy Queen).
Last year was the first year we tried a piano prep camp for young students. We had a jungle adventure theme, and met one hour daily for a week. We had everyone together for teaching and rhythm activities, split into two groups for table time and keyboard time, and used LOTS of games to get the concepts across. We had such a blast that it inspired me to start quarterly group lessons for everyone in the studio.
Make a Splash!
I have not run a camp, but this summer i plan on buying a kiddie pool and putting ping pong balls or sponge balls with note values writtien on them. then i’ll time students to jump into the pool to find either, a note i’ve announced or copy a rhtyhm that i put infront of them.
Summer With Strauss
Composer study: Study a particular composer. Put on mini recital with themes from that composer, either composed or published. Take group to a concert of that composer.
An Idea Explosion
I haven’t done one yet but I have done some of the following ideas as workshops and group lessons. I hope to merge them into a summer camp this year. My camp would go something like this:
1. This would not necessarily be first but…I live by the beach, so I think using 2 hours of the day for some beach time would be a part of it 🙂 This could be adjusted to any location, you could go to a park, hike a trail, etc. Ask your students which elements in nature could be used to help us imagine musical expression…for example, a crashing wave could be forte, a chirping bird could be staccato, etc.
2. Then back at the studio you can play an expression game (which I got from another idea swap I believe!) in which the students guess the dynamics and touch for each other’s pieces to earn points.
3. Focus on a composer-watch a video, have them fill out a listening guide. Give a live performance of the composer. Arrange music by the composer for each level of student attending to learn. Have the older students help teach the younger ones their piece. Discuss the works and time period of the composer. At the end of the day, have a trivia game to see who remembers the most about the composer.
4. Choose games from 101 Music Games for Children, by Jerry Storms. A few of my student’s favorites are Symphony of Syllables and Tree of Sound.
5. Have each student bring 2 songs to perform-everyone has to give 1 positive comment after each performance.
This year we are doing a Composition Camp. Four people to a class and we are composing a Romantic Era composition using up to 20 measures. Four day camp and on Friday, all 5 classes will meet for a recital of the five songs written.


text: <!– /11440465/Dna_Article_Middle_300x250_BTF –>Delhi government has sought proposals from its various departments by November 15 regarding regularisation of contractual employees, Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal said. Kejriwal, however, indicated that if Lt Governor Najeeb Jung doesn’t give his nod to government’s proposals, it will move the Supreme Court as there is an apex court’s order on regularisation of contractual employees.”Delhi Cabinet had last year decided to make a policy to regularise contractual employees of all departments. To begin with, Education Department had prepared a proposal in this regard and it was sent to the LG for his nod. However, the Lt Governor has not given his approval so far,” he told reporters here. Instead of getting proposals from different departments in a series, “we have directed all departments to send their proposals by November 15 so that government will take decision on all proposals together,” he added. The decision was taken at a Cabinet meeting chaired by the CM at his official residence today. Chief Secretary K K Sharma has been directed to monitor the progress on various departments’ proposals.The Aam Aadmi Party had promised to regularise all contractual employees if it was voted to power. The Delhi CM said that there was Uma Devi judgement of the Supreme Court according to which specified some conditions for regularization of the contractual employees. “As per the judgement, there should be open exam for this practice. Besides, relaxations can be given on experience and age while regularising contractual employees. We had sent guest teachers’ proposal to LG, but he has sent back it. He had objected to experience relaxation. Government will again sent it to LG. If it is not approved then, we will move the Supreme Court,” he said. As per rough estimate, there are over 50,000 contractual employees working in various departments of the Delhi government. In the past, contractual employees of DTC and other departments have staged protest demanding regularisation of their services.


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NASSAU| Bahamas Press is reporting Ms. Nicole Campbell shall be announced as the new Secretary to the Cabinet of the Bahamas with immediate effect.
Ms Campbell, who is also the sister-in-law of Former Prime Minister Rt. Hon. Hubert Ingraham (DECENT PEOPLE), will replace Ms Camille Johnson who will retire from the Public Service.
Ms Campbell brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to the job having served at a senior capacity within the government through various ministries for many years. She is competent and dangerously professional. We at BP welcome her to the job and, well, it looks like CHANGE IS ALREADY ON THE WAY!
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Ask any child, where in the world would they like to go most, and you will get a resounding response of Disneyland! So it’s fairly safe to say that Disneyland is on top of most kids wish list. Now combine Disneyland with a trip to Paris and it will soon be on every adults bucket list too! When I surprised my two teenagers with tickets to Disneyland in Paris, I can tell you there was much excitement in my house! We were off to spend Christmas in Europe and Disneyland was what my two kids wanted to see the most.
Whether you are young or young at heart, no matter what your age is, you will love Disneyland. From the moment you walk through the gates you will be thrilled as you catch sight of that familiar castle you have no doubt seen many times from the movies. We visited Disneyland Paris at christmas time, around mid December. The park was spectacularly decorated for Christmas, a massive Christmas tree dominated the main street and there was even faux snow flakes gently falling adding to the atmosphere. As we arrived the Disney Character parade was just beginning and I found myself just as excited as my kids were to see all the characters coming out and I was snapping away with my camera with a huge smile on my face, as my inner child was being released!
Disneyland Paris is a huge resort and theme complex and consists of two parks, Disneyland Park and Walt Disney Studios Park. There is also a shopping and Hotel district which is located in the Disneyland Village. Disneyland Paris is 32 km east of Paris and is located at Marne-la-Vallee. The resort was the second Disneyland to be opened outside the USA.
Disneyland Park is the main park where you will see the majority of the Disney characters either in the scheduled parades or located throughout the park where you can have your photo taken with a favourite character. The main street is filled with souvenir shops and restaurants.
The park is divided up into “lands” where themed rides, shops and restaurants are located.
- Main Street
The Entry into Disneyland which is the first checkpoint. At this entry your bags will be checked before you can enter the the park.
The entrance into Disneyland Park, which is the main park. Here you will line up to present your tickets at the booths. There were only a few booths open as December is a quieter time of year and I did note that with the amount of ticket windows available that peak times must be extremely busy!
As soon as we came upon the main street, the first character parade began with a Christmas theme and the music and atmosphere was enchanting.
The parade included all the most loved Disney characters from Toy story to Mickey Mouse to Shrek characters and being Christmas time the parade ended with an appearance of Santa Claus in his sleigh.
My daughter and I in front of the iconic Disney Castle.
Time for something to eat, there are many eateries located through out the park. There are some restaurants that are full table service and there is one that has the Disney characters present but they must be booked in advance. We settled on the Chalet de la Marionette which served food similar to McDonalds. When you are on a mission to see two parks in one day every minute counts, so fast food was fine by us!
My daughter with her park map in hand exploring Frontierland and trying to work out which rides to go on first.
One of the rides Big Thunder Mountain. I’m not very good on rides but my kids tricked me onto this one. They rode it first and then promptly tried to convince me to go on it. I wasn’t convinced but found myself in the queue and then at the point of no return, all the while asking my son and daughter if it was anything like a roller coaster. Both said no with rather sinister looks, anyhow I get on board and all seems quite nice and then all of a sudden we are speeding through twists, turns and soaring from heights! Hmmm safe to say they both were killing themselves laughing at my horror! Although I must admit it when it was over, it really wasn’t that bad!
The beautiful Christmas tree and towards the end of the evening there is a lighting of the tree ceremony. The tree lights up in many different colours in a spectacular fashion, quite a lovely show to sit and watch.
Disney Dreams is the finale of the evening and what an amazing sight to behold. The light show goes for around 20 minutes and it really is a brilliant. A continuous light show accompanied by fun and at times dramatic music. I will guarantee you will be mesmerized!
Walt Disney Studios Park
Walt Disney Studio Park is the smaller of the two parks and is dedicated to show business and entertainment. There are a number of rides at this attraction that are more suited to older kids with a lot more thrills and screams guaranteed! Here you will also find stunt shows, cinema productions and Disney junior shows for the little ones.
The main entrance into Disney Studios
We found Mickey Mouse as soon as we walked in and joined the short queue for a picture. There is a professional photographer taking photos for you to purchase, but the staff are very happy to take photos on your camera for you as well.
My kids standing in line for the Hollywood Tower Hotel ride where the elevator ride plunges down stories in darkness!
Buying your tickets
Pre-buy your tickets before you leave. You can purchase them either online via the Disneyland Paris website, at the Disney store on the Champs Elysees or various booking agencies. I ordered my tickets online via the FNAC site and got a significant discount. I printed our e-tickets in Australia and there were no issues when I arrived and were given park tickets.
Getting there by train
If you are staying in Paris, it really is quite simple to get to Disneyland Paris by train. Simply buy your ticket at one of the ticket machines at any metro station.
- You must by your ticket for the RER A4 (red) line with the end station of Marne-la-Vallee – Chessy
- Take the metro train to any of the departure stations of Charles de Gaulle Etoile, Auber, Chatelet Les Halles, Gare de lyon or Nation.
- Tickets are 7.50 euro (Zone 1-5)
- Travel Time is around 45 minutes from the above stations
- The last train from Disneyland Paris is 00:39 a.m
- Trains depart Paris approximately every 15 minutes
- Once you step off the train, follow the signs to enter the Disneyland Park
We bought a one day ticket for entrance to two parks. We found that one day was not enough time to see and do everything. If you do decide to go for this option and you have older kids, then I would suggest you go early and do the Walt Disney Studios first and then move onto the main park in the afternoon.
If time permits choose a ticket that lets you take two days to explore both parks.
The resort hotels will allow you to enter the park two hours earlier than the general public.
There are more choices for restaurants at the main park, including full table service and a Disney character themed restaurant.
The park closes earlier in winter at around eight p.m
In winter wear warm clothes as it gets extremely cold especially once it gets dark as you spend most of your time outdoors. This was the only time in our five weeks in a European winter that we wore thermals and we were extremely happy we did because it got bitterly cold. I would even take an extra pair of socks as your feet get really cold too.
At the entrance make sure you pick up a park map guide. It will help you to plan what to see and do, along with locating facilities and restaurants. The maps are available in many languages.
I highly recommend if you are in Paris, even if you don’t have kids, to make a visit to Disneyland Paris. The atmosphere and entertainment is an unforgettable experience. My kids and I had an amazing time, we loved the parades, the characters, the rides and the general exploring of the parks. We also left with an armload of gifts and souvenirs, it’s hard not to go crazy here! The Disney dreams light show just tops off an utterly fantastic day. Yes it is a little expensive but I feel it’s definitely worth it.
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Brazil's economy cut 654,946 formal jobs in December, the worst loss since May 1999 and more than double the 319,414 jobs cut in December 2007... The figure was higher than the 600,000 job losses predicted by President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva last week and more than double the 300,000 considered normal for the month of December because of seasonal factors.
The bulk of the job cuts came in industry, services, agriculture and the construction sectors, with the latter two especially hard-hit.
Just a smattering of companies from a variety of industries which are banking on Brazil for future growth:
We believe that there are significant growth opportunities in emerging markets. To facilitate our growth plans, we have been increasing our investments in a number of new markets this year, including opening offices in Brazil, Russia, China and the Czech Republic.
On its Fall 2008 Analyst Event call in November, Hasbro said it would ramp up investment in BRIC countries even more:
In 2007 our revenues were less than $120 million in aggregate in the emerging markets of Eastern Europe, Asia, and South America. We believer our major competitor did somewhere between $4 and $500 million in South America alone. We have fallen behind. From 2001 to 2005 we had other priorities. We had to fix our balance sheet and get our core business growing. Now we have achieved that, we can invest in spend and are doing so in China, Brazil, Russia, and the Czech Republic. We intend to play catch up very quickly.
What growth there was in the global market was in emerging markets where Q3 volume was 4.04 million vehicles, up 4.7% compared with a year ago. Moderating commodity prices and tighter credit in Russia and Brazil are tempering their record producing growth. But GM's Russia sales of 76,000 vehicles were up 0.5%, while Brazil sales of 158,000 increased 15.5%.
In Brazil we see very significant growth potential, in a country with a close 200.0 million people and around 25.0 million cars. Our services are gaining increased traction around the country now that we provide nationalized coverage. We have strong relationships in place with a number of insurance companies and we are beginning to see the reward of the efforts… We see Brazil as Ituran’s growth engine, we do expect continued growth… The geographic breakdown of the revenues in the quarter was as follows: Israel, 55%; Brazil, 34%; USA, 2%; and Argentina, 9%.
As to growth CapEx we have halted those projects where it is economically practicable to do so. The largest ongoing projects reside in Brazil and pertain to the offsite mine in Juruti, the refinery expansion of Sao Luis and the hydro projects. We individually reviewed each project and evaluated the option of halting construction. The cost benefit analysis determined that stopping the projects would be value destructive for the company. We therefore charged the team with completing the projects as soon as possible and as cash efficiently as possible.
For the U.S. we project that the downturn continues but you always have to bear in mind the U.S. got into this already earlier and this is the third year where we would see a negative growth rate here. Same picture for the EU and then there are places like the BRIC countries and Russia we talked about in India but Brazil, for instance, was 0.8% growth rate. Still holding up nicely.
South America is comprised of seven markets, and as a whole this region's sales growth slowed, primarily reflecting a slowdown in Venezuela and Argentina, offset by accelerated growth in Brazil.
In Brazil we are pleased to deliver on our expectation of positive local currency sales growth that increased 28% year-over-year for the quarter. Including the benefit from currency, Brazil reported third quarter net sales growth of 47%. Brazil is a good example of a successful market shift from a recruiting-base model to a consumption-base model.


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Mint Street Family Music Festival
People of all ages united at Mint Street Music Festival on Saturday 12 July as part of the national music celebration, Our Big Gig.
Organised by the Mint Street Music Festival team in association with Bankside Open Spaces Trust, the event held at Mint Street Park was one of over 180 events taking place across England and Scotland this weekend bringing communities together to celebrate local music.
With people from across the community in attendance, the event showcased music from six bands, four solo performers, two choirs and a dance troupe.
Commenting on a very successful day, Event Organiser Hannah Metcalfe said: “I was delighted with the fantastic quality of the music that our talented performers brought to Mint Street Park for this event. It’s been truly inspiring. A big thank you also to our volunteers, to Bankside Open Spaces Trust and to the local businesses that have supported this event”.
Commenting via Twitter, Open Streets London described the festival as a “mellow, fun, music filled afternoon” and called for it to be repeated.
Anna Mellon of Boppin’ Bunnies described it as “a lovely event”, commenting “We had loads of families joining in!”
Congratulating the headline band, singer Andriah posted “Had a great performance today at Mint Street Music Festival in Borough… had such a laugh with my nearest and friends. Well done to my boys, Peter Waterman's band "JamJar" who killed their performance!”
Katharine Lane, Director at Superact said:
“It’s been another fantastic weekend for Our Big Gig with thousands upon thousands of people turning out from St Ives to Shetland to support local music in their area.
“As an Inspired by 2012 project, it was great to see the Olympic spirit on display as volunteers and community organisations teamed up to make these brilliant gigs happen”


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A DuPage County judge Thursday agreed to cut the bail for three Schaumburg cops accused of stealing illegal drugs seized during arrests.
Tactical officers Terrance O'Brien, John Cichy and Matthew Hudak were arrested Jan. 16 by DuPage County and federal authorities. All had been held in lieu of $750,000 cash bail. Fawell set the new cash bails at $25,000 for Cichy, $30,000 for O'Brien and $35,000 for Hudak. If they make bail, all three would be required to wear electronic monitoring devices.
Cichy and O'Brien resigned Tuesday, while Hudak resigned last week, Fritz said. All had been placed on leave following their arrests.
The three are accused of skimming cocaine and marijuana confiscated during arrests, then reselling the drugs through a street dealer.
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