text: Ive been having so much fun listening (and dancing) to all the songs from Sister Act! Sister Act and Hocus Pocus pretty much sums up my childhood! Sister Mary Clarance was such a nice nun! well compaired to those bitches in The Magdeline Sisters anyways! Maybe if they had sang more mowtown? hmmm.


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Despite its reputation as the longest established in Europe, the history of the English monarchy is punctuated by scandal, murders, betrayals, plots, and treason. Since William the Conqueror seized the crown in 1066, England has seen three civil wars; six monarchs have been murdered or executed; the throne of England has been usurped four times, and won in battle three times; and personal scandals and royal family quarrels abound. A Dark History: The Kings & Queens of England provides an exciting and dramatic account of English royal history from 1066 to the present day. This engrossing book explores the scandal and intrigue behind each royal dynasty, from the accidental murder of William II in 1100, through the excesses of Richard III, Henry VIII and Bloody Mary, to the conspiracies surrounding the death of Diana, Princess of Wales, in 1997. Carefully researched, superbly entertaining and illustrated throughout with more than 200 colour and black-and-white photographs and artworks, this accessible and immensely enjoyable book highlights the true personalities and real lives of the individuals honoured with the crown of Englandand those unfortunate enough to cross their paths.
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The oil giants are practically printing money.
With crude prices soaring, companies reported earning dizzying profits during the first three months of the year. Not even costly write-downs for those with business ventures in Russia were enough to dent their balance sheets.
The gusher of cash comes at a time of transition for the industry. European companies like BP PLC, Equinor ASA, Royal Dutch Shell PLC and TotalEnergies SE have all committed to achieving net-zero emissions by midcentury, and they have started investing in low-carbon initiatives focused on renewables, hydrogen and electric vehicle charging. Their American counterparts have largely declined to follow suit.
Analysts said first-quarter earnings showed that the oil industry’s transformation to clean energy will be slow, if it happens at all, despite their soaring profits. Most companies refrained from sanctioning a wave of new oil and gas drilling projects, but they also held back from pumping more money into their emerging low-carbon businesses. Instead, they elected to plow profits back to shareholders in the form of share buybacks and higher dividends.
Some analysts argue that high oil prices can benefit the transition by underwriting green investments, while buybacks can placate restive shareholders who are worried about abandoning hydrocarbons. But others are skeptical, noting that oil giants’ green spending has risen slowly even as their profits have soared.
“I have yet to see any quarter where higher profitability flows through to higher capital expenditures on energy alternatives,” said Charlie Donovan, a finance professor at the University of Washington and a member of the team that helped launch BP’s initial renewable energy business in 2005. That business was scrapped after the Great Recession, and then resurrected in 2020.
“If they were employing that balance sheet at a higher degree, maybe I would have a different opinion,” he said, adding, “For me, it’s Groundhog Day.”
Europe’s oil majors are raking in cash as oil and gas prices soar.
Equinor, the Norwegian giant, reported a pretax profit of $18 billion in the first three months of the year, four times more than what it made in the first quarter of 2021. Paris-based TotalEnergies reported a core profit of $17.4 billion. Shell tripled its first-quarter earnings compared to last year with a profit of $9.13 billion. And BP earned $6.2 billion. All four companies reported write-downs associated with their business segments in Russia.
How they spend the cash is an increasingly pressing question. In the immediate term, global oil demand has risen faster than supply. Russia’s war in Ukraine has increased worries of further supply shortages, and that has prompted calls for companies to increase production.
European companies are under mounting pressure from their investors and governments at home to ratchet down investment in new oil production, said Robert McNally, president of Rapidan Energy Group and a former energy adviser to former President George W. Bush.
“The implications include they will miss out on opportunities to profitably expand production and, for the market as a whole, somewhat less efficient use of capital and therefore a slower supply response,” he said.
Indeed, companies were hesitant to increase their drilling budgets after the first-quarter windfall, saying they would maintain capital discipline rather than splurge on new production. Companies are funneling today’s profits back to shareholders. BP will dedicate 60 percent of its surplus cash this year to share buybacks. Shell has already completed about half of the $8.5 billion in share buybacks planned for this year. Total is spending $3 billion on share buybacks in the first half of 2022.
Share buybacks occur when companies purchase their own shares. That can increase a company’s value and result in higher returns for investors.
“They are holding a steady course. That hasn’t always been the case when we see a price spike. I think that is good news and a sign of how much the transition is impacting companies,” said Danielle Fugere, president and chief counsel of As You Sow, a nonprofit that advocates for socially responsible investing.
But if higher prices aren’t fueling a full-fledged drilling boom, they are also not fundamentally changing the business practices of Big Oil, either. The four European majors have all gradually increased the budgets of their low-carbon business segments, but those ventures continue to be dwarfed by spending on oil and gas.
Investors want to see more details of companies’ transition plans, Fugere said. Reluctance to increase outlays on low-carbon initiatives will feed skepticism that such ventures are half-hearted.
“It is perhaps indicative of what the transition plan really is: We will continue doing what we do until it is no longer viable,” Fugere said. “I think in some ways that’s what we’re seeing.”
BP and Shell have taken the added step of breaking out their spending on low-carbon ventures. Shell is planning to spend around $3 billion on renewables and low-carbon ventures this year, out of a budget that will range between $23 billion to $27 billion. In the first quarter, the company’s expenditures on renewable energy and low-carbon ventures were $985 million. Shell says low-carbon investments will account for half of its spending by 2025.
BP’s green capital expenditures for the quarter were $219 million. Last year, the British major spent $1.5 billion on low-carbon investments out of a budget of $12.8 billion.
Andrew Logan, an analyst who tracks the industry at Ceres, an environmental nonprofit, said some degree of caution in transition spending is warranted. Even companies that are committed to the transition can not yet be sure which technologies will win out, or when they can be brought online.
That the European majors continue to forge ahead with transition plans even at a time when oil prices are soaring is a sign of progress, he said.
“The thing with the transition is you want to have a pace you can sustain with time. It won’t serve anyone to dramatically crank up an investment now and crank down in a year or two,” Logan said. “It looks like we’re locking in a period of scarcity of supply. We can plan for that and use it as a tailwind for the transition, or we cannot plan ahead and it will bring economic pain and backlash against clean energy.”

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Devotion to me is a method of practicing an inner process of inquiry or gratitude or some other expression of conversations with your highest good, the Universe or God/Goddess, whatever it is you call the benevolent creative force of the world. This process for me takes many forms depending on what tool I am working with at the time. Right now I am reading the Celtic Devotional Daily Prayers and Blessings by Caitlin Mathews. She has created a magnificent book which follows the seasonal calendar of the ancient Celts. Each season focuses on the gifts of that time of year and the challenges that come as well. She has written a beautiful prose to be read each morning and evening. The content brings an awareness in me to have a deep appreciation of my life and all who are in it and to send out prayers of equal value to the world at large. When I finish reading a daily morning or evening page I feel like I am making practical use of my beginning and ending of each day by focusing on gratitude and asking for help with my own challenges and recognizing the challenges of others in other parts of the world. Right now so many indigenous cultures are challenged with famine and war and accessing clean water. If I can focus my morning and evening in gratitude for having these necessary human needs met then I can also send out prayers that all souls living on the planet will also have these needs met as well. It is a small thing to pray and send out healing energies!! If we all bring ourselves to recognize all that we have then it will be easy to remember to help others when we can either by physically volunteering or by being a conduit for prayer and healing energies. I am hopeful that if more and more of us bring this awareness to our lives and send out every morning and evening our sincere hope that we want to see the world change then it will be possible. I envision a world where all children eat 3 or more meals a day and have all the fresh, clean water they need. Then they are ready for an education and a future that can be bright with promise. I hope you join me for the next week practicing this morning and evening practice of acknowledging all that we have and sending out healing energies and prayers that everyone has this same experience. Thank you ahead of time for joining me in this Devotion of Life!!
When your not sure of your direction, where your North star is pointing, or where your life is heading you must dig deeper into your soul and find the way. In Buddhism the way is the Dharma, the middle way or the path of the heart. Where is your "middle way" when you feel bereft? When the good strong voice of reason and steady stream of nagging becomes the only voice I hear, and after I have panicked and scoured and exhausted the endless plans in my head, I actually turn to Lotus Tarot free online readings....I know not very glamourous or even deep but I find a detachment and exactness in the readings I get. It uses only the major Arcana and in this way I get some big answers to my small questions. So this morning when I was desperate to assuage my panicking heart I pulled up the old site and had a go. So surprised was I to find that The Emperor and The Empress were the first cards. Everything is good, balanced and fortune is on its way!! So why is it that I feel like the floor is dropping out from under me and the walls are caving in?? Breathe, I say to myself......and I truly can't say with any assurance that all is well and great fortune is on the way but my higher purpose and the powers that be are at work in my life and I can only have faith and trust that all is well in my world. And when I feel this way the Lotus Tarot online is there to help me fixate on another opinion besides my own dire and somewhat morbid one. It is what I call my North Star, my moment of gamble you say, to put so much trust in an online free reading? Well my friend the mind is a simple child and really to guide it with over the top grace and ease instead of drugs and punishment has been decidedly my preferred way of dealing with her. She is the sweet inner child that was hurt way back when life was black and white to everyone one but her. Life was a rainbow with fairies and sunshine until the evil entered her realm and the storm clouds of earth bound reality set in. And so when she is feeling the need for sweet reassurance and quiet steady flow of strong positivity she turns to the most outrageous direction to find an answer that is not to be found in realistic calculated and measured ways. To find the answer in the clouds or tea leaves brings back the hope and glee of that child who just thinks that wishes really do come true, and the prince can wake the sleeping princess and she will not be doomed to lie asleep for eternity alone. I know most of you have quieted that child with the voices of practicality and made him believe that dreams really don't come true and the big, bad wolf is real and coming for you if you believe that magic is possible but sometimes when we least expect it we reach for the moment when dreams and the Wendy bird will save us and bring us back to Never Land and we will be able to defeat the Captain Hook in our heads. Where is your North Star? Maybe it is the "second star on the right and straight on til morning". Whatever it is believe and clap your hands and say "I do believe in fairies, I do".
"Life is like a box of chocolates" lately it feels like I'm not tasting my favorites but biting into the strawberry or coconut nougat ones I never liked!! I want the Bordeaux ones, the carmel and toffee with walnuts. But they all are sweet and maybe it is how I am looking at them??? Maybe I need to reach into my inner palate and receive these different tasting chocolates with a new acceptance?? They have value albeit not my choice in the first place but still they were made and someone likes them! So heres to the not so perfect but sweet somethings in your life that seem unappetizing. Try another bite and see if maybe, just maybe there is something there that is valuable to enjoy. I know that is what I am going to make a sincere effort to do today and tomorrow and the next day.......Cheers!!
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Kopasetic are a roots, folk and reggae outfit from Canberra, Australia. The five piece draw from a diverse range of musical influences and are known in Canberra for the musicianship behind their unique originals, contemporary covers and instrumentals. Kopasetic's original music is riddled with soundscapes from around the world and has created a "deep, heavy dialect of folk music" not commonly heard in Canberra, let alone Australia. The off-beat music is characterised by the presence of thought-provoking lyrics, deft fingerstyle guitar, lead bass work and a worldly drum presence. For an acoustic band, Kopasetic's sound is a powerhouse, and they never cease to surprise audiences with the depth of emotion each member can pull from their instrument.
As a group of young musicians based in Canberra, 2019 saw them break through the fog of Canberra’s music scene by featuring at local festivals and in a series of sold out shows, including their own debut EP launch. Already, 2020 has showed no signs of Kopasetic slowing down – the past three months have seen a New Zealand tour, two interstate festivals, supporting ARIA award winning artist Jeff Lang and nabbing the headline slot of the ‘Roots and Reggae by the Lake’ festival – which saw around 350 people crammed into Lennox Gardens to revel in live tunes. A must see for those into the likes of the Wailers, the Cat Empire, Ray Lamontagne and Fortunate Youth.

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Beijing to test some residents of Wangjing, Shunyi district enters wartime mode
Source: Global Times Published: 2020/12/26 13:42:38
Two locally transmitted COVID-19 cases were reported in Beijing on Friday, and almost 3,000 employees working in an office tower in Wangjing, in the city's Chaoyang district have tested negative. Health authorities in the district plan to continue testing residents who live in communities in Wangjing on Saturday and Sunday.
Residents who live on Donghu, Wangjing and Jichang streets were ordered to be tested for the coronavirus on Saturday and Sunday.
The two patients confirmed on Friday both live in Shunyi district.
One of the patients is a 29-year-old woman who works for Hewlett Packard (HP) in its office in Lixingxing Plaza, Wangjing. Chaoyang district authorities said Saturday that 2,975 employees who work in the plaza office building all tested negative for the virus.
Only one of the 280 tests of the building's environment produced a positive result: the HP employee's laptop.
Offices and the public space throughout the plaza have been disinfected.
An employee working in the plaza told the media that mass coronavirus testing of employees in two buildings was completed around 8:30 Friday evening. Once employees were tested, they were not allowed to return to the building.
An investigation into the infection source of the two new cases is underway.
Beijing authorities advised government employees and personnel working for state-owned companies in the capital should take the lead and remain in Beijing during the upcoming holidays.
Beijing authorities have cancelled New Year and Spring Festival related gathering events and sporting events and encouraged companies and schools to stagger their holiday plans. It has also called on residents to stay in Beijing during the holiday period and advised Beijing-based companies to suspend outbound business travel for employees, Chen Bei, deputy secretary-general of the Beijing municipal government, said at a Friday media briefing.
Chen said that Beijing's epidemic prevention and control will experience a major test during the upcoming New Year and Spring Festival holidays with sporadic cases potentially reemerging, Chen said.
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All trying to tell you about the different types of pensions through complex jargon or confusing you with complicated maths about your salary.
Today we are going to take a more simplistic route to break down the importance of planning for your retirement, into these three key points:
Planning for your retirement is important for a number of reasons. As you get further into your life, your career and your affairs, you might start to realise that you like your lifestyle how it is.
For most people, when you retire, your pension becomes your main source of income. It’s how you pay for bills, your mortgage and other necessities.
However, part of retiring is enjoying your time post-employment. You want your money to be yours and to spend it in ways you have always dreamed of.
It’s important to manage your wealth correctly and in a timely manner before it’s too late for you to be able to do this.
To secure the future you want, it’s important to plan what you want out of your retirement. Where do you want to retire? What do you want to get out of your retirement? Have you thought about your family?
Your children or maybe even grandchildren could be positively impacted from the extra money you have put away during your employment.
Retirement is one of the most important life events that many of us will get to experience. We work our whole lives to get to a point of retirement. From both a personal and financial perspective, planning a comfortable retirement is an incredibly extensive process that takes sensible planning and years of organisation.
Once you’ve reached retirement, managing your wealth is an ongoing responsibility that carries well into the golden years!
Even when you’re no longer around to support your family, putting a plan in place that continues to support them financially takes the stress away off, educational costs, first properties and medical bills.
The simple answer is, now.
New Zealand, Canada, Australia and UAE having quickly become some of the most popular destinations for retirement.
The UAE has recently changed their laws surrounding expats (individuals who have relocated to the another country) and their right to having a state pension.
In the past, if you moved to United Arab Emirates, you would have been repatriated if you reached retirement age and were no longer employed.
Now, expatriates aged 55 and over are eligible to a five-year retirement visa if they meet the new criteria that has been put in place.
If you own a property which is worth at least Dh2 million or at least Dh1 million in savings, you could qualify for UAE state pension.
If you haven’t already started saving and investing in your retirement planning, then you should start now. The earlier you start saving, the more money you will have to live comfortably after you retire.
Planning ahead is a crucial step, not only for your future quality of life but for your families.
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Tommy Tuberville stood before god, the nation, and Nevadans and went full racist at a Trump rally. And, the crowd ate it up, screamed for more.
“They [the Democrats] want crime. They want crime, because they want to take over what you got. They want to control what you have,” Tuberville told the crowd. “They want reparation because they think the people that do the crime are owed that. Bulls—. They are not owed that.”NAACP denounces ‘flat out racist’ remarks by GOP Sen. Tommy Tuberville at Trump rally
Trump, the other flabby white meat, referred to Elaine Chou, his former Secretary of Transportation, and wife of Senator Mitch McConnell, as China loving, Coco Chow! Whatever the fuck that means. Seriously? But, it does sound vaguely racist and denigatory, especially when juxtaposed with his supposition that McConnell hates him and has a death wish. If that isn’t a Proud Boys stand back and stand by moment, I don’t know what is. Time to start wearing the old bulletproof vest, Mitch.
And, of course, when you’ve gotten nothing better to say, go for the Replacement Theory. It’s always a crowd pleaser. Here’s one of the latest espousals of it for political fun and profit.
Greene: Biden’s 5 million illegal aliens are on the verge of replacing you, your jobs, and your kids in school. Coming from all over the world, they’re also replacing your cultureMaddog Greene at some political rally or other on or about 10 October
And, then there’s the furor over LA city council member Nury Martinez’s remarks recorded at a private meeting in Los Angeles that disparaged Blacks and Oaxacans. Remarks made casually and privately like that, they don’t occur in a vacuum. It wasn’t the first time she expressed those thoughts. Those are her values and beliefs. Those are the values and beliefs of the two men who were with her.
That all of these racist events happened in the last week or so and more or less openly and nonchalantly is no coincidence.
Racism thrives in hearts and souls of many Americans no matter their political belief, economic class, ethnicity, or geographical area. Racism is the cockroach of American politics. Leave too many food scraps and dirty dishes stacked in the sinks, and they come crawling out from under the fridge at night. Pretty soon, they don’t even scurry away when you turn on the light. They just sit there feeding on the rancid fetid refuse of your daily life while you shriek your outrage and run for the can of Raid that they’re already immune to.
What is alarming is that this naked open taunting racism has become a political weapon of the Republican Party. We’ve known for quite some time that they are using Hitler’s playbook to deliberately promote continual outrage and despair among their followers to make it more likely that they’ll believe any old lie that they choose to tell, to build a nearly impenetrable wall of cognitive dissonance to keep them all believing.
But, the natural progression of outrage goes from sitting in front of your television set sputtering your spittle inflected outrage as singing harmony and the back up chorus to Fox News’ Tucker and Hannity, to road raging, epitaph flinging, arms flailing as you go about your daily business, to “confronting” the liberals and calling the cops when Black people are found in white spaces, to standing your ground, to threatening people with your guns and vehicles, to believing that you can storm the capital because you are white, well educated, and have a “future.”
This only goes in one direction and that is an increase in violence. In order to ride herd on the MAGA base, politicians have to keep stoking the outrage. The higher those fires burn, the more they consume. Pretty soon, it comes bursting out of the bonfire and has caught the roofs of the neighborhood on fire and now we’ve got a firestorm sweeping across the city like the cops just firebombed MOVE in the West Philadelphia Osage Neighborhood.
What stokes more self-righteous anger than religion? You are right because gawd told you you were right!
These MAGA Republicans have to keep turning up the temperature. The PBS News Hour compiled these recent examples of Republican politicians turning to religion to help fan the flames of violent political rhetoric.
We need to be the party of nationalism and I’m a Christian, and I say it proudly, we should be Christian Nationalists.Maddog Greene
The church is supposed to direct the government. The government is not supposed to direct the church.Half-Loaded Boebert
When you look at our platform, it’s the only platform out there that recognizes the creator, that recognizes that we have rights that supersede government.Dan Cox Republican Maryland gubernatorial candidate
We need people all over the country to be willing to put on that full armor of God, to stand firm against the left’s schemes… You will be met with flaming arrows, but the shield the faith will stop them.Ron DeathSantis
White-Christian Nationalism builds on the white-grievance politics that helped vault Ronald Reagan into office and make the Ol’ Pussy Grabber acceptable to evangelicals.
This steadfast bedrock belief that our religion makes us right and, therefore, justifies whatever we do to advance our religious beliefs — Dan Cox said it, he said religious beliefs supersede government — has been here from the beginning of White people settling permanently in the Americas.
The Puritans did not come here for religious freedom; they came here for the freedom to discriminate against other religions. And, that sentiment has never been excised completely from the American soul.
It should come as no surprise then that 61% of Republicans and 78% of Evangelical Republicans want the country to declare itself a Christian nation. What is surprising is that 52% of Evangelical Democrats do. Luckily, they are a small minority. They want this even though they KNOW (57% of the Republicans, anyhow) it is unconstitutional.
Luckily, for us, this White Christian Nationalist fervor seems to be an old white person thing and not a Gen-Z thing. Unluckily for us, these old White Christian Nationalists want to do away with democracy and impose their fascist Christian order on all of us.
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Failed State: A Novel
Failed State is a dystopian novel. This takes place after the Second American Revolution. Donny Kimoe is our protagonist, our hero, and our main character. He needs to save a young heiress who is also one of his friend’s daughters. Due to this recent event, he switches sides in order to defend her before the trial. If he fails, the country would return to violence and chaos.
I really love many dystopian novels. In this story, we have a green utopia that is being built in the ruins of New Orleans. Dystopian means an imagined state or society in which there is great suffering or injustice. Whoever built this Green Utopia sees that whatever he is building is great and fantastic, while others see it as another broken society. I would also say this novel is a mystery novel. Donny needs to find clues or evidence to win the court in his favor.
The author tells us a lot about Donny and his actions. Every action he does helps us get a better understanding of him and the situation he is in. You shouldn’t get attached to some of the side characters, since Donny is willing to do whatever he wants in order to win that case–betraying his clients, lying, and so on.
I would definitely recommend this book to readers who enjoy dystopian novels and politics. You definitely need to understand law, government, and so much more to understand fully what is happening in this book.
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The New Trend That is Sea Moss
Many people love sea moss in coffee. Sea moss may benefit your diet if you struggle with skin problems, gastrointestinal troubles, or poor energy. Two teaspoons of sea moss gel per day should be adequate for most people. It’s usually advisable to start slowly and increase consumption, just like anything new you introduce to your body.
What is Sea Moss
Red algae called sea moss, also referred to as Chondrus Crispus, is popular along the Atlantic coasts of the Caribbean Islands, North America, and Europe. It has countless applications and amazing health advantages! The various available teachings on the therapeutic benefits of sea moss contribute to the rising popularity of sea moss.
Minerals, vitamins, and antioxidants are all in abundance in sea moss. It functions as a natural detoxifier, improving your general well-being. As a natural anti-inflammatory, sea moss can help reduce inflammation. Finally, sea moss can lift your spirits.
Others perceive it as gentler and significantly sweeter, while some claim it tastes like water. To assist in disguising the taste, you can use sea moss in smoothies and other dishes. Regardless of how you feel about the flavor, taking sea moss has a lot of advantages for your health.
How Much Sea Moss to Take Daily
0.14 ounces (4 grams) of sea moss drink daily is generally safe. However, you should still talk to your doctor before taking sea moss, especially if you already have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism. It comes in a variety of supplement forms, including the following:
It’s up to you which version you use. As long as you follow the recommended dose guidelines, it comes down to whatever your preference is. You should remember that you cannot out-supplement a poor diet, regardless of whether you are only using sea moss supplements or taking many other kinds.
Sea moss may provide some health advantages, but many argue that the best thing you can do for your body is eating a healthy, diversified diet. Do not rely solely on supplements.
Can You Put Sea Moss in Coffee?
You may be wondering, can I put sea moss in my coffee? Coffee and other hot beverages usually allow powdered sea moss to dissolve the easiest. But with a little stirring, the gel form will also disintegrate.
You can also add dried and chopped sea moss flakes to coffee. These, however, could not dissolve as quickly and might cause some sediment to form at the bottom of your cup. Regardless, any form of adding it to coffee is still a great way to consume it.
What’s Sea Moss Good for?
Sea moss has all the nutrients required for optimum health and is abundant in sea moss. It is a fantastic source of iodine, which is crucial for thyroid health. Sea moss is also a good source of calcium, potassium, magnesium, iron, and other minerals. For preserving health and preventing disease, each of these nutrients is critical.
Carrageenan, a substance found in sea moss, has anti-cancer potential. Sea moss is also a natural antibacterial and can aid with infection resistance. So what is sea moss good for? In a nutshell, almost everything! Sea moss is an excellent place to start if you want to increase your health and well-being.
The Benefits of Consuming Sea Moss
Sea moss offers a variety of potential health benefits, so you don’t need to be a musically talented crustacean to enjoy them.
Irish and sea moss are two names for the same red algae species (or Chondrus crispus, if you want to get formal about it). It is best for its carrageenan, a substance added to milk products like ice cream to thicken them, but you can buy it raw and as a dietary supplement in the form of pills, powders, gels, and candies.
The first thing you should note is that sea moss supplements have no approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, even though there appear to be numerous health benefits of sea moss.
There are many studies on the advantages of seaweed, the relative of sea moss, but not on sea moss specifically. Nevertheless, it is safe for food, and its benefits are similar to those of other seaweeds. The following are the benefits of sea moss;
It Promotes Heart Health
A small amount of a superfood is sea moss. It contains more fiber than most vegetables, which is advantageous because fiber provides various benefits to your body. It can also help you manage your blood sugar, lower your cholesterol, and minimize your risk of developing long-term conditions like diabetes and heart disease.
According to research, sea moss may help lower bad cholesterol, one of the risk factors for heart disease. Additionally, it assists in lowering blood pressure, another important aspect of heart health.
It May Promote Weight Loss
Recall how much fiber there is in sea moss. Since high-fiber foods are satisfying, they might prevent you from overeating. According to research, fiber keeps us fuller longer, which may help with weight control.
It is a Reliable Source of Iodine
Iodine is one of the components that contribute to a healthy thyroid. Still, because your body cannot manufacture iodine, you must get it from your diet to maintain a healthy thyroid. However, most people get adequate iodine by eating dairy products, shellfish, and iodized salt.
It is Beneficial to the Health of the Gut
In your digestive tract, you have good bacteria and bacteria that might harm you. Because of the connection between the gut’s and the body’s health, it is essential to have a healthy balance of bacteria in your body.
Both sea moss and algae are rich in living microorganisms and fiber, making them great food sources. Many suggest that it may assist in the replacement of the beneficial bacteria in our gut.
It May Boost Your Immunity
One investigation revealed that Atlantic salmon that consumed sea moss had a more effective immune response than salmon that did not. Of course, a person’s body is extremely different from a fish’s, and no studies yet demonstrate the same effect on humans.
However, a strong immune system links to a healthy stomach. Sea moss is also rich in iron and antioxidants, which support a healthy immune system.
It Can Build Muscle and Aid in Workout Recovery
Taurine, an amino acid that aids muscle growth, is abundant in sea moss. According to research, we get little microtears in our muscles when we exercise, but amino acids can help that healing.
Additionally, sea moss contains roughly 0.2 ounces (6 grams) of protein (a staple of exercise) per 3.5 ounces (100 grams). Remember not to rely only on sea moss to recover after a workout! You still need to watch your healthy food intake, water, sleep, etc.
Helps Fight Cancer
Several compounds made from algae have anti-tumor properties. Numerous algae contain the pigment fucoxanthin, which inhibits the growth of colorectal cancer biomarkers and reduces risk factors.
Has Neuroprotective Effects
Algae-rich diets may aid in the prevention of neurological diseases like Alzheimer’s. According to a study published in Marine Drugs, a sea moss extract protected against Parkinson’s disease indicators. The roundworms used in the study were the subject. On a bigger scale, further human investigations may determine the neuroprotective abilities of sea moss.
Supports Muscle and Energy Recovery
Athletes use carrageenan, a chemical derived from algae, to help with muscle soreness and workout recovery. Carrageenan is a typical component in numerous supplements offered to athletes for their alleged advantages.
But the majority of carrageenan research has been on animals. More human research is necessary to ascertain carrageenan’s effects on muscle rehabilitation.
According to certain animal studies, sea moss may increase fertility. For instance, a study discovered that the red algae dulse increased rat fecundity. Although these results are encouraging, human research is still a requirement to validate sea moss’s impact on fertility.
Supports Healthy Hair and Skin
Additionally, some people use sea moss for healthy skin and hair. Its supporters assert it can hydrate the scalp, lessen dandruff, and stimulate hair growth. The skin may also benefit from sea moss. It is a common element in natural cosmetics and is beneficial for treating several skin problems, including eczema and psoriasis.
Side Effects of Taking Sea Moss Supplements
Although it includes varying amounts of good nutrients and some less healthy substances (which we’ll discuss briefly), sea moss is generally healthful.
Sea moss is a product of its environment; thus, its nutritional content largely relies on where it grows. One batch may be more potent than the next, and there’s no way to know what’s in it or how much.
Too Much Iodine Consumption is Risky
Iodine is an example of a beneficial thing that can become terrible if there is too much of it. Endocrinologists advise against taking iodine supplements unless your doctor specifically recommends them since they could harm your thyroid.
It Contains Heavy Metals
Seaweed absorbs heavy metals from the water where it grows. Even though it’s not harmful in small doses, you shouldn’t consume too much seaweed.
It has an Unpleasant Taste and Texture
The slimy consistency and fishy flavor of sea moss are noteworthy but not dangerous. In its raw state, sea moss has an earthy, marine flavor akin to clams and oysters. The flavor of raw sea moss definitely won’t appeal to someone who dislikes shellfish. Fortunately, it shouldn’t taste too bad in supplement form.
Aside from taste, the texture of sea moss may turn you off: It has a thick, slippery texture in a gel form comparable to aloe vera. Try switching to a different kind of supplement if it upsets you.
Can You Put Sea Moss Gel in Coffee?
Yes, you may make coffee with sea moss gel. Adding sea moss gel to your coffee shouldn’t present any issues because you can utilize it in many other cuisines and beverages. But it’s crucial to remember that sea moss gel could taste bad. Some individuals who consume sea moss gel alone also experience cramping or bloating.
A better approach would be to combine sea moss gel with other nutritious ingredients like coconut oil or cacao powder for a tastier and healthier coffee alternative. Additionally, there are no additional advantages to using sea moss gel in coffee that you wouldn’t already get from drinking coffee.
Sea moss gel is a well-known natural medicine even though there aren’t much scientific data to back up its possible health advantages. Therefore, sea moss gel might be worth a try if you’re seeking a safe way to increase the amount of iodine or anti-inflammatory substances in your diet. Just make sure to do so with the help of a healthcare provider.
What is Sea Moss Gel?
A form of algae called sea moss gel is a homeopathic treatment for various medical issues. Some suggest that you can add it to coffee to create a nutritious beverage and that it has anti-inflammatory and purifying qualities. But is it safe to add sea moss gel to coffee, and does it have any advantages? Here, we examine the available information.
The possibility of sea moss gel having anti-inflammatory qualities has some preliminary research to support it. One study discovered that an extract of Irish moss (Chondrus crispus), a kind of algae related to sea moss, reduced cellular inflammation.
Irish Moss has many substances, including carrageenan, which has anti-inflammatory effects on people. Even though these results are encouraging, more studies are necessary to determine whether sea moss gel has any anti-inflammatory impact on people.
It’s also a frequent assertion that sea moss gel has detoxifying properties. This is because it has a high iodine content, which supports healthy thyroid function. Some people think that sea moss gel can aid the body’s gradual detoxification of heavy metals and poisons over time.
There is no evidence to support the idea that sea moss gel may detoxify the body or aid in removing metals or poisons, despite its levels of iodine comparable to those found in foods made from seaweed, such as wakame and kelp.
The high iodine level of sea moss gel makes it unsafe to eat for prolonged periods. You should take supplemental iodine and foods containing seaweed, such as kelp, only under the supervision of a healthcare provider because excessive use may result in goiters, joint pain, and weariness.
Therefore, more research is necessary to confirm the effects of sea moss gel on the thyroid and inflammation, despite some preliminary indications to the contrary. It is also not advisable for long-term use due to its high iodine concentration. Seaweed-based foods like kelp or wakame might be a better option if you’re searching for a healthy approach to adding iodine to your diet.
How Much Sea Moss to Put in Your Coffee
You should consume a maximum of 2 tablespoons (8 grams) of sea moss each day. One cup of coffee can easily provide the recommended daily intake of sea moss. To lessen the potential of putting sea moss flavor, you can think about dividing your daily dose among many hot beverages.
What Does Sea Moss Coffee Taste Like
Sea moss tastes like oysters, seaweed, and clams and has an earthy, marine flavor. Sea moss is not the most delectable superfood for many people to consume.
For this reason, many individuals decide to make it into a gel and incorporate it into their food and beverages. Most individuals prefer adding sugars or selecting coffee that will completely disguise the sea moss flavors because sea moss will impart these ocean flavors into your drink.
Which Types of Coffee are Best for Sea Moss?
You can add sea moss to any coffee that you prefer. However, most consumers prefer dark-roasted sea moss coffee because of its intense scents and flavorings. By doing this, the coffee flavor will be able to outweigh the sea moss and create a more palatable beverage.
Because they tend to produce a more robust and full-bodied coffee experience, French press and Moka pot coffee are ideal coffee preparation options to take into consideration for sea moss.
Many coffee additions tend to enhance the flavor of these stronger-tasting coffees.
Because they showcase delicate coffee bean traits, which sea moss can dominate, specialty coffee beans and some brewing techniques, including pour-over coffee, are typically not the best choices for sea moss coffee.
To sweeten sea moss coffee, you can use typical coffee sweeteners like sugar and coffee creamer. Some coffee lovers like to brew a wonderful keto sea moss coffee by adding a calorie-free monk fruit sweetener.
A Jamaican Irish Moss Drink Recipe
Prep time: 5 minutes
Total time: 5 minutes
- Energy: 96 kcal
- 1/3 cup sea moss gel
- 1 1/2 cup almond milk (or any other non-dairy milk)
- 3 tbsp coconut cream
- 3 pitted dates or 1.5 tbsp agave syrup, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 1/8 tsp pinch of nutmeg
- Blend all of the ingredients in a blender until they combine well.
- If the non-dairy milk is too thick, add more. Enjoy!
- For up to 48 hours, you can keep the beverage in the refrigerator in an airtight mason jar.
- If you’d want the beverage to be sweeter, feel free to add extra maple syrup.
- Alternatively, you can enjoy the beverage warm by adding the contents to a saucepan and reheating it over low heat.
Can Sea Moss be Added to Hot Drinks?
You can, indeed! In reality, many people do just that to soothe their stomachs and get healthy nutrition in a tasty beverage. Anyone wishing to improve their health should choose sea moss because it contains vitamins, minerals, micronutrients, and beneficial phytochemicals.
To a hot beverage of your choice, such as a cup of tea or coffee, you can try adding a tablespoon of sea moss. Most of the time, the sea moss will easily mix with the hot beverage, making it simple to consume.
Sea moss typically softens by soaking it in hot water before combining it with additional components like herbs, fruit juices, or honey. Additionally, you can use it in tea or smoothies. Before including sea moss in your diet, speak with a medical practitioner, especially if you have any pre-existing problems or are taking any drugs.
You can add sea moss to drinks and beverages in various ways, each with special advantages. For instance, adding sea moss to a morning smoothie can help you feel energized and satisfied all day. You can also add it to herbal drinks to reduce inflammation and ease painful muscles.
Additionally, if you need a pick-me-up in the afternoon, try combining sea moss with hydrating fruit juice or coconut water.
So, if you’re searching for a nutrient-rich way to supplement your diet, consider putting sea moss in your next beverage. The many advantages this little plant can provide will surprise you.
That’s a Wrap
Sea moss may have various health advantages, but further studies are still necessary to establish them. Supporting thyroid, gastrointestinal, immunological, and cancer-fighting health are a few potential benefits.
Additionally, sea moss may promote the recovery of muscles and energy and have neuroprotective properties.
Further, it might raise fertility and support beautiful skin and hair. Consult your doctor before attempting sea moss if you have an interest. Sea moss is available in select health food stores and also online. What are you waiting for? Try the sea moss drink recipes today!

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Since I didn't have a camera last week, I decided to bring one today and take some pics. We rode similar trails only the opposite direction. My friend Mike was our guide on the trails up and down the bluffs (i.e. "edge", "roller coaster", "free-ride", "skull canyon" and a few others. Thanks Mike!
Mike on "Free-Ride"
Don finishing up "Outer Limits" on his new Giant 29'er
Matt and Mike taking a break on "Voodoo"
Another great ride in the books and here comes another winter storm...
Today I decided to meet my friends Dave and Derek and hike the Mount Manitou Incline. I'm sure you've heard all of the stories about how steep it is so I won't be redundant.
Here is the view from the very bottom.
Derek and Dave getting started.
Dave on a snow-packed portion.
Those steps get pretty tall on the steep parts.
Derek on the final push to the top. Just below
him, the steps were slick and you could see
many hikers slipping. Derek said he
slipped back about 5 steps there!
It turned out to be a great workout especially for a cyclist. Going down is much harder for me than going up. The people are all pretty friendly, too. One guy blasted the last few steps and stopped his watch at 23 minutes. The funny thing is that is really fast for one mile and 2300' of elevation gain!
Today we decided to drive down to Lake Pueblo State Park and do a long (for November) ride. I prepared my Helmet Hero helmet-cam and mounted it to my seat-post facing backwards. The plan was to have my friends follow me so I could film their faces in complete agony after accelerating out of the 500 corners down there. Not ten minutes into the ride I jibbed off of a small bump and heard a loud crack and the sound of something dragging on my rear tire. My poor little camera got sucked into the rear wheel and the ensuing carnage destroyed the on/off button. Dammitall! I didn't even bring my camera because I had planned to take some stills with the helmet-cam.
Oh, the agony.
We continued the ride and slogged through the mud for a while longer. Then it warmed up some more and the trails became drier. Mike's theory is that the older trails don't get as muddy since they are more packed down than the newer ones.
One saving grace is that Don had his Garmin and sent me the file. Here it is:
Even after the tragedy of the Helmet Hero and the slimy mud early on, we had a great time and that's what counts. Oh and I am still trying to forget the dog poop that I ran over and scattered all over myself (I was thinking of you, Greg). Haha. Crap.
Last night Ron and I headed out for our "classic loop" night-ride. It's about a 2 hour ride in the North Cheyenne Canon area. There are many forms of wildlife in the area including fox, bear and mountain lion. Near the end of the ride we were at a turn-around point and I heard some bird-like chirping nearby. Maybe it was a bird or maybe it was... http://www.extremescience.com/images/audio/cougarpurring.wav
Time to head down the trail. About half way down I heard a voice. I thought it was Ron catching me until I came around a corner and saw a dude standing just off of the trail telling me to have a "nice evening". Holy moly! Talk about an adreneline rush. I'm pretty sure my heart rate shot up about to 1000 beats for a second.
When you are descending at night, your concentration is 100 percent on the trail in front of you and you really don't expect to see people hiking alone and talking to you. Weirdness.
This is the time of year in Colorado that your mountain biking days can come to an abrupt halt. It can be 65 degrees and sunny one day and the next it's a blizzard. We all keep a close eye on the forecast and plan accordingly. This week I over-compensated a little and rode more than my legs really wanted. It was such a great week for fall weather that I did a road ride, a lunch ride, a night ride and today, a great mountain bike ride. Around 10 hours on the bike.....it was worth it!
Today's plan was to ride over to Balanced Rock with the Matt's and meet Scott, Don and Daniel. When we got there, they were nowhere in sight (our sight!). We sat and talked about greedy corporations and the bad economy and such, until I decided to call Scott and see where they were. Right when I dialed, I heard a phone ring down in the parking lot below us and it was Scott! They had been waiting there for 30 minutes! Ooops. No worries because it was so nice out.
We headed up Rampart Range to Williams canyon:
November in Colorado. Nice.
Daniel has no fear!
The Bagel is coming.
Scott and Don takin' 'er easy.
Good view down Williams Canyon.
That's Daniel in the shrubbery.
I picked up some hitch-hikers at the bottom of Williams.
After Williams, we headed over to the Inteman trail and rode it over to Red Rocks. This is Scott's "hood" so he was hookin' it up! That was fun.
Don wasn't feeling good, so he was considering
this to be his final resting place!
Here's Don on the last part of Inteman before dropping into Red Rocks.
If you look carefully in the background you can see a bare spot
on the hill. Above that is where we dropped into
Williams canyon earlier in the ride.(click on photo to enlarge)
Long shadows and flat light. Must be Fall.
Another great Fall ride with good friends is in the books. You could stick a fork in my legs- they're done!....at least for a few days.
'Tis the season for the legendary Colorado Cyclist lunch ride. When the business slows down during the fall and winter, we are afforded longer lunch breaks. So, we plan the lunch rides. In the past we have had legendary cyclists along for the ride. For example, Mountain Bike Hall-of-famer Dave Wiens has joined us for a flat, windy jaunt through the old prairie east of town. He was on a cross bike and we were on skinny tires but that wasn't enough of a disadvantage..he worked us! World Mountain Bike champ Alison Dunlap has spent many a lunch in Palmer Park with some of the luckier Colorado Cyclist employees. Sometimes her husband, Greg Something-or-other tags along to kill us with his sick manuals and technical ability.
Today, well, today Dave is at home in Gunnison taking care of three wild boys with his awesome wife, Susan. And Greg and Alison are getting ready to crush a bunch of Michiganders in The Iceman Cometh mountain bike race. So I decided to head over to Palmer Park and recruit some riders in the parking lot.
Here is who I found: Donny and Kandi. Kandi is a Bicycle cop from Michigan who is here visiting friends. She told me that before she was a cop, she was a meth-addict with little to no future prospects. She overcame that addiction by riding a bike and eventually became a bicycle cop to help arrest meth addicts. Ironic. I guess she got pretty good at it because she sure can ride a bike!
Here's Kandi puttin' the cuffs on a techincal ledge section.
I'm seriously considering taking up meth so I can overcome it and ride as good as Kandi. Damn.
Donny is a traveling Industrial chain-lube salesman originally from Pueblo, Colorado.
Here is a sample of Donny's wares.
Apparently Donny makes a lot of money selling this product because he told me he spends the entire month of July just riding his bike around France. Ka-ching!
Here's Donny on his Frannkensteined Tomac single-speed. I guess he's a pretty good garage mechanic as well.
Both of these riders were well above average in bike handling and fitness. They probably could be Pro bike riders if they wanted to but they chose a different path. Makes you wonder how many desk-jockeys have the VO2 of Lance Armstrong and the bike handling skills of John Tomac but choose to live a very different life.
Maybe next time I will ride with some famous Pro riders....here's hoping!
Halloween has come and gone and we still have lots of candy left over from the 5 lb. (!) bag we picked out at Costco. After a 3 hour road ride today, I had a bit of an appetite so after some steak and salad I decided to try one of every candy bar in the bag (9). That's nearly 700 calories! No problem and that has effectively erased any calorie expenditure from the bike ride. D-oh! It was worth it!
Here is the homebrew update:
The beer has fermented for a week and I have decided to transfer it to another fermenter. What this does is create a clearer finished product and gets rid of the digested yeast.
This gets left behind!
A hydrometer reading (1.016) indicates that I am within the recommended Final gravity(1.012-1.018) but I am going to let it ferment some more to be sure. We want it to be at max alcohol content!

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g new ideas for keeping things like foodcold. Up until the early 20th century ice was the best method for cooling perishable items, but
then we figured out a more efficient and affective way of keeping items cold. It was called the
refrigerator. Soon after the introduction of the refrigerator we developed something called
cryogenic freeing, which is freezing with very low temperatures.
Cryogenic freezing is the study mater that is colder than temperatures that occur naturally
on earth. The air in the cryogenic temperature range becomes a liquid or even a solid. The
lowest possible temperature is -459.69 degrees F, and the highest temperature in the cryogenic
range is somewhere around -100 degrees F. The most common matter in cryogenic freezing is
liquid nitrogen. Liquid nitrogen is most commonly used at temperatures from -100 degrees F to
-320 degrees F. Cryogenic freezing is mostly used in food processing plants to freeze small items
like patties, prepared meals, pizza, pasta, baked goods, appetizers, and confectioneries. Although
there are some systems that are designed to freeze large items like turkey breast, pork, and beef,
but because the cost of liquid nitrogen and the amount of liquid nitrogen it takes to freeze large
items it is not economically feasible. However for freezing small items cryogenic freezing is a
reasonable choice since a cryogenic freezing unit is two thirds less than a conventional system, but
you still have to add the cost of the nitrogen which will put you at over one and a half as much as
ac conventional unit.
Under natural conditions a substance is cooled by placing something cooler next to it. In
cryogenic freezing a substance is made cooler by a substance that is colder than anything in
nature. For this to happen work must be done to remove heat and then insulation must be
provided to maintain temperature. First you must compress the gas in a system so that it releases
all of its heat and then insulate the system so that it has to allow the gas to expand by using up the
remaining heat energy and cooling the system below the temperature of its surroundings. Now to
reach even colder temperatures you have to the second law of thermodynamics which states that
disorderly atoms within a system may be made more orderly only if outside energy is applied to
the system. This is accomplished by demagnetization. In demagnetization you apply a strong
magnetic field to the system which causes the molecules of paramagnetic to line up. Then remove
the magnetic field and the system will use up more energy inside the system to move back into a
disorderly arrangement. By using the demagnetization process you can achieve temperatures of
-459.69 degrees F.
Conventional freezing is cheaper and is used in almost every house, restaurant, grocery
store, and food plants. Most places use a compression system which is composed of four
different elements: a compressor, a evaporator, a compressor, and a expansion valve. The
refrigerant is vaporized in the evaporator then the vapor goes to the compressor and is
pressurized and heated. After that it goes on to a water cooled condenser were it is condensed
into liquid. Now the refrigerant moves on to the expansion valve, in which its temperature and
pressure are maintained. The same system is used in refrigerators and freezers only the freezers
have bigger tubes and more insulation. In a compression system the refrigerant never has to be
replaced unless the system fails. The most common refrigerant is called R-12.
If only cryogenic freezers werent so expensive we could have frozen food in just seconds.
Instead of waiting on those slow conventional freezers. We will just have to wait until the price
of nitrogen goes down.
The first thing that I for my experiment is take two pieces of turkey breast meat and
made them weigh the same weight.(5lbs.) After that I took one piece of meat and put it in a
freezer. Then I took the other piece of meat and soaked it in liquid nitrogen until it was frozen
and then put it in a conventional freezer over night. Next I took both pieces of meat and thawed
them out by putting them in a tub of water. When the two pieces were thawed out I weighed
them and the piece that was froze by liquid nitrogen weighed more than the one that was froze
conventionally. Now I gave the pieces of meat to our inspector and he took them and ran a some
test to check the bacteria count. Again the one froze with liquid nitrogen had less bacteria than
the piece that was froze conventionally. After that I ran the two pieces of meat through a
machine that injects the meat with all the ingredients. The piece frozen with liquid nitrogen
picked up more solution and held it longer than the meat that was froze in a conventional freezer.
Also the physical appearance of the two pieces was dramatically different. For instance the piece
froze with liquid nitrogen had a more brighter and fresher look, while the piece that was froze
conventionally looked paler and not quite as plump. So as you can very well see cryogenic
freezing is much more efficient but not quite as economical.

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Russian Submarine Amur 1650 To Be Sold To China
A new Russian submarine design called the Amur 1650 is going to be sold to China, with Vladimir Putin hoping that Russia’s economic recession may be averted partially by making deals with the Chinese
In a related report the Russian military successfully tested a Bulava intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) launched from the Russian nuclear submarine the Vladimir Monomakh. The U.S. Navy believes that the newest of China’s nuclear submarines the Jin SSBN“would mark China’s first credible at-sea-second-strike nuclear capability.” There’s also talk of a Chinese supersonic submarine that could cross the pacific in less than 100 minutes.
Vladimir Putin has publicly stated that Russia’s nuclear weapons and the Russian submarine fleet will be given an overhaul in the next five to 10 years.
The Ukraine crisis has resulted in the Russian economy going from predictions of growth down to the possibility of a recession. Global investors pulled about $850 million out of the country in 2014, and the Russian economy increased by only 1.3 percent instead of the previously projected 3.9 percent. In addition to lower oil prices, economists believe sanctions by the European Union and the United States could cost Russia $100 to $200 billion a year. If tensions continue to escalate, the economic collateral damage may only become worse, which is why Vladimir Putin is granting limited access to raw materials and advanced weapons like their Russian submarine design.
The Russian submarine the Amur 1650 is a modern version of the Kilo-class Russian submarine with improved acoustic stealth, new combat systems, and air-independent propulsion. The new Russian submarine would have a service life of about 50 years, and is expected to come with long range weapons in addition to anti-ship and anti-submarine weapons.
The Chinese and Russian deal was signed on October 13. It’s also believed Russia will sign contracts to deliver S-400 missile systems and Su-35 fighter jets to China in the first quarter of 2015. In addition to the Russian submarine and other weapons, the two governments agreed to swap swap $25 billion in Chinese yuan for Russian rubles over three years. They also created economic treaties to benefit both countries. There’s also talk of creating a $250 billion high speed rail project that would connect Moscow to Beijing, which would allow China to greatly lower the cost of trade with Europe.
Source: 20. 10. 2014 (asian-defence.net)

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Four Mil Mi-25 Hind D attack helicopters, modernized in Russia, have joined the Peruvian Air Force to boost its combat capability in the fight against terrorism and drug trafficking.
The choppers have been assembled in Peru by Russian specialists after their transfer from Russia. They are part of a $20-mln upgrade deal involving seven Mi-25s, whose service life has been extended by seven years.
Peruvian Defense Minister Pedro Cateriano, who inspected the overhauled helicopters at the La Joya air base in the southern region of Arequipa, stressed that these were attack helicopters, although they retained troop transport capability.
The Mi-25s will be deployed in November in the area of Valle de los Rios Apurimac, Ene and Mantaro (Vraem) where the fight against militant groups and drug-trafficking is hampered by rugged terrain, the jungles, and high elevation.
Mi-25s proved to be very effective in combat engagements in the Andes.
Mi-25 is an export version of Russia’s Mi-24 Hind attack helicopter, called by Soviet and Russian pilots ‘the flying tank’ due to its heavy armor and formidable firepower.
Peru has a total of 16 Mi-25 and Mi-35P helicopters in service with the country’s air force.


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Move will save 90 jobs; add 50 more
- By Tim Krohn email@example.com
- Feb 4, 2016
NEW ULM — After a restructuring and automation upgrade three years ago that cut 90 full-time employees at Kraft’s New Ulm facility, many were concerned about the plant’s future. When Heinz, backed by Warren Buffet, bought Kraft last year, there were more worries as the new owners looked to reduce the number of Kraft plants and employees.
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Beyond the expected state funds and land donation, the city will also use an existing program to provide $700 in cash to Kraft for each new employee they hire. “Very few communities do that. We think it gives us a competitive advantage,” Tohal said


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In high school, Damyean Dotson played basketball for Yates High School (Houston, Texas). Dotson played basketball in college with, Oregon Ducks men’s basketball (2012-2014), and Houston Cougars men’s basketball (2015-2017) and started playing professionally in 2017. In the 2017 NBA draft, Dotson was chosen number 44 in round 2 by the New York Knicks.
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Seeking prosperity in the New Year? Check the Indiana Business Review's annual forecast
Dec. 23, 2008
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INDIANAPOLIS -- To ensure prosperity in the New Year, Spanish-speaking cultures eat 12 grapes, Southerners eat greens and beans, and Italians eat a sugary fried pastry called chiacchiere. For a prosperous 2009, it may be wise to try all three, according to the outlook issue of the Kelley School of Business' Indiana Business Review. Titled "How the Economy Will Weather the Storm in 2009," the annual forecast predicts gloomy economic weather for much of the coming year.
"Recognizing that we're in uncharted territory, it is difficult to forecast what could be the case in three or four months, much less the whole year," observed John Stafford, director of the Community Research Institute at Indiana University-Purdue University Fort Wayne. "We recognize that the next six to nine months will be difficult for Indiana, but we are optimistic that there are brighter days ahead as we get to the end of 2009 and hopefully for 2010. We will get through this and back to more positive economic news."
The annual outlook issue of the Review presents economic forecasts written by faculty from IU's Kelley School of Business, Indiana University Bloomington, Purdue University, Anderson University, the University of Southern Indiana, IUPU Fort Wayne, Indiana University Northwest, Indiana University Kokomo, Indiana University Southeast, Ball State University, Indiana University South Bend, and Indiana State University as well as Conexus Indiana and Lingle Real Estate.
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Do you know how a tractor works? It’s actually quite interesting! A tractor is a large vehicle used to pull or push heavy objects. They are often used in agriculture, construction, and transportation.
Tractors can be powered by gasoline engines, diesel engines, or electric motors. This article will take a closer look at how these amazing machines work.
How Does a Tractor Work?
Tractors work by using a system of pulleys and gears to transfer power from the engine to the wheels. First, the engine turns a large pulley, which is connected to a smaller pulley on the axle of the wheels. This connection transfers power to the wheels, which makes them turn.
The size of the pulleys determines how much power is transferred to the wheels. The larger the pulley on the engine, the more power will be transferred to the wheels. This is why tractors have such large wheels.
The gears on a tractor are also used to transfer power from the engine to the wheels. The gears are located between the pulley on the engine and the pulley on the axle of the wheels. The number of teeth on each gear determines how much power is transferred to the next gear.
The more teeth a gear has, the less power will be transferred to the next gear. This is why tractors have so many gears. Each gear transfers a small amount of power to the next gear until finally, enough power is transferred to make the wheels turn. Finally, a tractor canopy is placed above the machine to protect the rider from the outdoor elements.
How Are Tractors So Powerful?
Tractors are so powerful because they have a large engine that can turn a lot of gears. The more gears the tractor has, the more power it can transfer to the wheels. This is why tractors are able to pull or push very heavy objects.
The engines on most tractors are diesel engines. Diesel engines are different from gasoline engines in that they use compression to ignite the fuel instead of using a spark plug. This makes them much more powerful than gasoline engines.
Diesel engines also run at a lower RPM than gasoline engines, which means they can produce more torque. Torque is the force that is required to make something turn. The more torque an engine produces, the more powerful it is.
Most tractors have four-wheel drive, which means that all four wheels are powered by the engine. This is necessary because tractors often have to pull or push very heavy objects.
The four-wheel drive also helps the tractor to grip the ground better, which prevents it from slipping and sliding around.
Are There Different Types of Tractors?
There are different types of tractors. The most common type of tractor is the agricultural tractor. Agricultural tractors are used on farms to help with tasks such as plowing fields, planting crops, and harvesting crops.
Construction tractors are also very common. They are used to help with tasks such as excavating holes, transporting heavy materials, and operating heavy machinery.
Transportation tractors are used to pull trailers that carry goods from one place to another. These trailers can be very long and can weigh several tons. Transportation tractors must be very powerful in order to pull these trailers.
What Are the Parts of a Tractor?
The most important part of a tractor is the engine. The engine is what powers the tractor and makes it move. The engine is usually located in the front of the tractor.
The transmission is another important part of a tractor. The transmission is what transfers power from the engine to the wheels. The transmission is usually located in the middle of the tractor.
The axle is also an important part of a tractor. The axle is what connects the wheels to the rest of the tractor. The axle is usually located in the back of the tractor.
The cab is where the driver sits when operating a tractor. The cab usually has windows so that the driver can see out.
Do Tractors Overheat?
Tractors can overheat if they are used for too long or if they are used to pull or push too heavy of a load. If a tractor overheats, it can damage the engine and cause the tractor to catch on fire.
To prevent a tractor from overheating, keep the engine clean and debris-free. It is also important to check the oil level regularly and to change the oil when necessary.
It is also essential to ensure that the cooling system is working properly. The cooling system consists of a radiator, water pump, thermostat, and hoses. These parts work together to keep the engine cool.
How Are Tractors Repaired?
Tractors are repaired by mechanics. Mechanics are trained to fix engines, transmissions, and other tractor parts.
If a tractor is not working properly, the first thing a mechanic will do is diagnose the problem. Once the problem has been diagnosed, the mechanic will make the necessary repairs.
Sometimes, a tractor will need to be taken apart for the mechanic to access certain parts. This process is called disassembly. After the repairs have been made, the tractor will then be reassembled.
What are Some Common Tractor Accessories?
There are many different types of tractor accessories. Some common tractor accessories include:
- Front-end loaders: A front-end loader is a type of attachment used to scoop up dirt, sand, snow, and other materials.
- Backhoes: A backhoe is a type of attachment used to dig holes.
- Trenchers: A trencher is a type of attachment used to trench (dig a narrow hole) in the ground.
- Augers: An auger is a type of attachment used to drill holes in the ground.
- Spreaders: A spreader is a type of attachment used to spread materials such as fertilizer, seed, and salt.
As you can see, tractors are complex machines designed to perform herculean tasks. The next time you see a tractor working, take a moment to appreciate all of the parts that work together to make it run.