An oil pan engine is used to store the oil that is used to cool down the engine of the vehicle. This oil pan are made using a thin steel, and are placed on the bottom of the crankcase. These oil pans are attached to ensure that the working of the vehicle is maximized. This is because to help cool down the engine, oil is used as a coolant. This oil runs through the engine, and cools it down, this helps ensure that the engine will not overheat, and the process keeps on repeating to ensure that the engine is not exceeding the temperature limit. The oil stored in these oil pans is the oil, that is acting as a coolant. This oil is only collected when the engine is resting, or turned off; to ensure that the oil does not spill. There is a small plug under the oil pan, that can be used to remove the old oil before pouring in the new one.
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RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water
Are you in need of high-quality distilled water for your research laboratory? Look no further than RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water. This laboratory reagent grade product is purified by steam distillation, ensuring its suitability for various scientific applications.
Features and Specifications
Here are some key details about RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water:
- Country Of Origin: United States
- Model Number: W20525-4000.0
- Item Package Dimension: 3.5″ L x 6.75″ W x 9.0″ H
- Item Package Weight: 4.17 lb
Purified for Research Laboratory Use
RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water is specifically designed for research laboratory purposes. It undergoes a rigorous steam distillation process to ensure its purity and quality. This makes it ideal for use in various scientific experiments and analyses.
Not for Human Consumption
It is important to note that RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water is not intended or sold for human consumption. Its formulation and packaging are tailored for laboratory use only. Please follow the recommended safety guidelines and handle the product accordingly.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can this distilled water be used in medical applications?
No, RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water is not suitable for medical applications. It is specifically formulated for research laboratory use and should not be used for any other purposes.
2. Is the packaging convenient for pouring?
Yes, the 10 liter size of RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water is supplied in a cubitainer with a pouring spout. This makes it easy to dispense the required amount without any hassle.
RPI W20525-4000.0 Distilled Water is the perfect choice for research laboratory reagents. Its laboratory reagent grade quality, purified by steam distillation, ensures its suitability for various scientific applications. With its convenient packaging and strict adherence to safety guidelines, it is a reliable option for researchers in need of high-quality distilled water.


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Uh oh! Indiana Pacers star Paul George suffered a lower right leg fracture during the U.S. national team’s intrasquad scrimmage at UNLV on Friday (August 1)… leaving his upcoming NBA season in doubt.
According to ESPN.com, the 24-year-old underwent successful surgery later that night and will remain hospitalized for another three days. USA Basketball confirmed in a statement after his surgery that George has suffered an open tibia-fibula fracture.
While sources say there was no additional damage besides the fractures, doctors believe George will likely miss all of next season.
George suffered the injury 27 seconds into the fourth quarter, when he landed and his leg buckled after he fouled James Harden on a drive to the basket.
“Thanks everybody for the love and support.. I’ll be ok and be back better than ever!!! Love y’all!!,” George tweeted Friday (August 1).
Thanks everybody for the love and support.. I'll be ok and be back better than ever!!! Love y'all!! #YoungTrece
— Paul George (@Yg_Trece) August 2, 2014

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Eighteen riders from the SaddleBrooke Ranch Riding Group headed up the trail for a great spring ride at Donnelly’s D-Spur Ranch in Gold Canyon. The one-hour trail winds through the foothills of the Superstition Mountains, which were especially colorful in the warm morning sun. It was easy to tell that spring was already making its presence known in the warmer climate at the eastern edge of Phoenix. Many ocotillos were already leafing out, green grass was evident everywhere and there were great views of Phoenix to the west.
This time the group included three riders that were new to the Horseback Riding Group. Two of the new riders, Peg Tomaso and Jennifer Betts, learned they were both from the same suburban area of Seattle, WA. Jennifer owned a horse as a teenager and didn’t realize how much she missed being around horses. Another new horseback rider, Cindy Heck, also had fun on the ride.
On March 4 the group will head back to a definite favorite, Colossal Cave Mountain Park near Vail. This venue was briefly closed but has re-opened again for horseback riding. The trail is through the Rincon Mountains and has typically been a favorite with riders. This ride will be at 10:00 a.m. in Vail.
The group will head to the Triangle T Ranch in Dragoon, AZ on Saturday, April 1. This location is a two-hour drive by car to the venue but allows riders an “up close and personal” ride through areas of the Texas Canyon that is a favorite tourist rest stop on 1-10. The unusual rock formations make it an interesting trip, and for those interested the Triangle T has an “Old West” themed saloon, which is open for lunch before we head back home. This one-hour horseback ride will be at 10:30 a.m. due to the distance.
The final ride of the season will be Saturday, April 22, at Pusch Ridge Stables in Catalina. At this venue the ride times often need to be staggered as only six riders plus a guide are allowed into the Catalina State Park at one time; however, it is close and always provides very pretty views of our own Catalina Mountains.
There is no obligation to attend all the rides offered. Riders simply let the secretary know if they want to attend a particular ride. Car pools are generally arranged for those interested.
If you are interested in receiving more information on the SaddleBrooke Ranch Riding Group, please contact the group secretary, residents Don and Rebecca Williams, at [email protected]

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July 10, 2000
"Mr. Wizard" Don Herbert is 83. David Brinkley, a former NBC and ABC News correspondent, is 80. Eunice Kennedy Shriver is 79. Broadway composer Jerry Herman is 67. Altamonte Springs police Chief William Liquori is 67. Actor Mills Watson is 60. Rock musician Jerry Miller (Moby Grape) is 57. Actor Ron Glass is 55. Actress Sue Lyon is 54. Folk singer Arlo Guthrie is 53. Country-folk singer-songwriter Cheryl Wheeler is 49. Rock singer Neil Tennant (Pet Shop Boys) is 46. Country musician Hawkshaw Wilson (BR5-49)
April 29, 1989
La Cage aux Folles, the Jerry Herman-Harvey Fierstein musical set in a female-impersonation nightclub in St. Tropez, is on stage at the Mark Two Dinner Theater in Orlando through May 21. At the center of the production is Bryce Ward, who plays Albin, the headlining female impersonator at the club. Ron Knight plays Georges, Albin's longtime lover. Performances this weekend will be at 1:15 p.m. today (with lunch from 12:15 p.m.), 8 p.m. today (with dinner from 6:30 p.m.) and 6:30 p.m. Sunday (with dinner from 5:15 p.m.)
May 12, 2002
Hundreds emerge from the still, dark water. Together they rise, a sinister cloud drawn to the lights of the shoreline. Silently, they blanket the buildings, cars and sidewalks of the unsuspecting residents and businesses. Sound like a scene from a low-budget horror flick? It's not. It's the real-life invasion of the blind mosquitoes, also known as midges. The abundant bugs are back. The blind mosquitoes do not bite or carry diseases. Oh, and they aren't really blind. But they are a big nuisance.
September 5, 1991
MR. DALTON, 408 Louis St., died Tuesday. Born in Scottsville, Ky., he moved to Leesburg from Lady Lake in May. He was retired from Libby Canning Co., Tampa. He also operated a produce stand in Leesburg for seven years. Survivors: wife, Cleo Teate; stepsons, Jerry Western, Herman Western, both of Tampa, LeRoy Teate, Maxie Teate, both of Leesburg; stepdaughter, Geraldine, Tampa, Eleanor Snodgrass, Elkhart, Ind., Carolyn Adams, Long Beach, Calif.; sister, Reva Powell, Scottsville. Beyers Funeral Home, Leesburg.
September 11, 1996
City commissioners have ordered staff to clean up the city and rid roadsides of debris and trash.Sanford Public Works Director Jerry Herman said as many as 200 piles of trash may be sitting on city curbs. He speculated they were dumped there by nonresidents and garbage customers who don't know they must call to have the debris picked up.Because there aren't enough workers or equipment available to pick up debris and trash during the week when regular garbage and recycling service is provided, the city has agreed to pay employees overtime to clean up the piles on Saturdays.
June 30, 1991
Sanford will spend more than $1 million to buy new equipment for its new garbage services.''It is important because we need to be able to reduce the yard waste materials and get more recyclable products from our residential garbage,'' Public Works Director Jerry Herman said.The city is changing its garbage service to comply with state laws encouraging recycling and drastically reducing how much trash can be taken to landfills.The money will buy trucks for commercial garbage pickups, previously provided by private haulers.
February 20, 1987
Q. What ailed singer Vic Damone that he had to be taken to the hospital immediately after his recent marriage to actress Diahann Carroll?A. Damone's marriage to Carroll, 51, was the culmination of a long and healthy romance. Unfortunately, Damone, 58, was hospitalized shortly after the wedding with a painful kidney stone attack. It was uncomfortable but not serious.Q. Hasn't veteran Broadway producer David Merrick become a Howard Hughes-type figure who lives alone, never goes out and never sees anyone?
June 5, 2012
Here's a great deal, if you're interested in seeing the national Broadway touring production of "La Cage aux Folles. " Today only — Monday, June 4 — any remaining tickets for performances Tuesday and Wednesday are available for $25. Tuesday, June 5, is actually opening night in Orlando for the production, which stars George Hamilton and Christopher Sieber. "La Cage aux Folles," with music by Jerry Herman ("Hello, Dolly!, Mame") and book by Harvey Fierstein , is a musical comedy.
January 4, 2001
What? You haven't booked your table for La Cage aux Folles at the Mark Two Dinner Theater yet? Time is running out. You have just four more days of performances. La Cage closes Sunday. This is the same story as the Nathan Lane-Robin Williams movie The Birdcage, which was based on the even-better 1978 French movie La Cage aux Folles, which in turn had been based on a stage farce. The story has to do with a gay couple trying to act straight when they meet the conservative family of the fiancee of the one gay man's son. The Jerry Herman-Harvey Fierstein musical features the songs "The Best of Times" and "I Am What I Am."
August 22, 2002
SANFORD -- A storm-sewer pipe estimated to be about 80 inches in diameter collapsed Wednesday morning in front of the Victory Temple of God Inc., 601 S. Pine Ave. When it gave way, the sidewalk over the area fell in and broke a 6-inch water main, Sanford utility officials said. There did not appear to be any damage to the church building. Sanford Utility Director Jerry Herman said it's hard to tell whether Monday's heavy rains in the area contributed to the storm-sewer collapse. It is estimated to be about 50 years old and may have been deteriorating, he said.


Glen Johnson says he agrees with Jamie Carragher that Liverpool need to beat Man City on Sunday if they have any chance of retaining the Premier League title.
The Reds sit seven points off league leaders City going into the game having played a match more than Pep Guardiola's side.
Carragher says that Liverpool's injuries, combined with their recent form, which included a defeat to Brighton in midweek, means they should first focus on securing a top-four spot before aiming for the title.
Speaking on Sky Sports, former Reds full-back Johnson said he could see what Carragher meant.
He said: "If they want to keep the title alive, then I think they need to win this game.
"People have been saying all along, at the start, when City weren't picking up the points we thought they were going to, they were still always capable of putting together a long run of wins.
"They're clearly doing that now and clearly are the side Liverpool need to stop.
"There aren't many teams outside of Liverpool that can take points off City.
"If Liverpool want to win the league then I think they're going to have to win on Sunday."
He added: "I know what he (Carragher) is saying. With a damaged team that's low on confidence, of course it's hard to fight for the title.
"Sunday will be a big tell. If they can come out of the game with a big result then they'll get confidence going into the next game and will start getting a few injuries back fit.
"Then you never know but if this result doesn't go their way then top four is much more realistic."
Carragher believes that Liverpool need to take each game as it comes rather than setting themselves an overall goal of defending their Premier League crown.
"I think Liverpool have to be looking at the top-four positions," Carragher told Sky Sports.
"I think I'm saying the obvious here but take each game as it comes. At this moment, the form is so up and down, there are so many changes, you're never quite sure what the team is going to be.
"Alisson was out (vs Brighton), that was a last-minute thing. They're still waiting for players to come back. I think if you offered Liverpool top four now they would take that and shake on it. That should be the mindset for Liverpool at the moment, it's what they're aiming for.
"If they could get back into the title race, to do that they have to beat City on Sunday, I truly believe that. With seven or eight games to go, they can see where they are and hopefully from Liverpool's point of view, City will have some sort of drop because the run they're on at the moment is out of this world.
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"I don't think many Liverpool fans think they can win the league, even if they do win on Sunday, I'm just saying that they have to win for any hope. Anything less completely finishes it off, it's hanging by a thread at the moment.
"It's not just the point difference to City, it's the situation Liverpool find themselves in at the minute. The team they have to put at the moment, they're not strong enough to win a title."


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Hotel TwentySeven – an extraordinary and sensational suite boutique hotel located in the beating heart of Amsterdam’s city centre, Dam Square, which is the most famous and lively square of the Netherlands. All the 16 suites overlook the eminent royal palace, the national monument and/or the renowned Rokin street. Still, the hotel is considered a true hidden gem.
The monumental building, the Koninklijke Industrieele Groote Club, that Hotel TwentySeven is carved into is a turn of the century building from the time of the industrial revolution. While keeping intact the original framework from 1913, Hotel TwentySeven has created a modern luxurious dream within a capsule of timelessness. One feels completely in the thick of things whilst at the same time feeling completely shielded and soundproofed from the city’s hectic buzz because of the 2 sets of double glass surrounding them.
With the design concept, TwentySeven aims to present itself as a truly exclusive and extraordinary boutique hotel with unmatchable luxury. It is designed with high quality materials from all over the world for a special sensational experience. Nepalese carpets, hand-made Italian curtains, velvet from Pierre Frey and exclusive art from Cobra Art Amsterdam are examples of the used components.
Each hotel suite is equipped with a Jacuzzi with several relaxing options and a 2 headed rain shower cabin that also functions as a sauna – spa-feeling in a private setting. Since the space in all suites allows so, arranging any desired external spa treatments like massages is always possible.
A timeless sanctuary of luxury in the heart of city, offering only the best of the best in every sense. The exceptionally bold design, attention to detail and level of service is unprecedented in The Netherlands. A once in a lifetime experience is the driving factor for the top of the line team, which is entirely focused on the guest’s individual needs.
The hotel houses atop of the bill restaurant, Bougainville, on the third floor led by rising star Executive Chef Tim Golsteijn. The Michelin star awarded restaurant is open for hotel guests as well as public. It offers a unique, sensory and culinary experience – and this experience starts with a beautiful setting and panoramic view of Amsterdam. The à la carte menu is a fine dining experience, where characteristic and beautiful dishes are made with only the best, fresh ingredients and served with wine hand-picked by the awarded and renowned sommelier and wine director Lendl Mijnhijmer.
For further treating of the taste buds one might pay the TwentySeven Bar a visit. Imagine a bar which takes guests on a thrilling ride along seductive, exclusively selected and created beverages, served to you by the best, knowledgeable bartenders that Amsterdam has to offer. Set foot in a warm and sophisticated, out of this world atmosphere, where Amsterdam’s best bartenders will present the most intriguing creations.
The most exquisite suite is the “Imperial Terrace Suite”, it provides guests with 245 m2 of ultimate luxury. The suite includes 3 bedrooms (for 6 people), 3 white-marbled bathrooms (each with a Jacuzzi and steam cabin), two opulent living rooms and a wonderful terrace overlooking the famous Rokin street. Hand painted wallpaper will give a romantic garden terrace feel with special drapes made of silk by Jim Thomson. Enjoy dining on your roof terrace at any time or in any temperature, with the comfortable and special heating lamps available to give cozy warmth on a chilly night.
At Hotel Liberty in Offenburg, the concept of freedom is redefined. That’s because the hotel is located in a former prison for radical visionaries and pioneers of freedom and democracy. The team from Knoblauch-Design is responsible for the transformation from a dreary prison to a fascinating design hotel. Thus, the historical and sensitive heritage of the building was rethought with the right portion of comfort and lightness and a careful handling of existing substance. Retreat, concentration and the moment are also needs of our contemporary society and form the philosophical basis of the design concept.
The hotel with its total of 38 exceptional rooms and suites consists of two separate buildings and a new intermediate building. The rooms and suites are distributed in the buildings, while the public area with restaurant, bar and lobby is located in the large glass cube sitting in between. On the one hand, it is a visual link between the two hotel wings, but it also symbolises the former prison yard. On an intermediate level, a living room for the hotel guests was built in, based on the former common room of the prisoners. Many robust materials and dark, rough surfaces are used throughout the hotel. Many of the former cells have been connected to create more spacious rooms. The thick original walls and steel doors do not let the history of the building be forgotten, but they create a new definition of cosiness and combine with the expectations of the discerning guest. Fine parquet flooring and multiple vaults made of historic bricks, mouldings hidden in the walls now flood the old structures with warm light. Large, free-standing bathtubs and exquisite fittings as well as noble interiors turn the rooms into cosy oases of well-being paired with uniqueness.
A place of comfort can also be found in the restaurant “Water & Bread”, with open grill, serving contemporary local and international cuisine, while the White & Brown Bar on the mezzanine floor offers local fruit brandies, gin specialities and homemade rum from Baden and many other specialities in a stylish ambience. Outstanding wines and small delicacies can also be tasted in the historic vaulted cellar of Hotel Liberty. Located directly at the city park and with a magnificent view of the greenery, the outdoor terrace is available to both guests of the hotel and external guests for culinary pleasures with all senses.
The Rooftop Suite extends for 75m² under Hotel Liberty exposed wooden beams. The inviting, private space has been skilfully partitioned off with a separate living and dining area and an en suite bathroom with free-standing bath tub, shower and toilet. The built-in roof windows are absolutely perfect for gazing at the stars. A stunning interior and a blend of carefully selected, hand-made furniture and works of art, as well as a small in-room library, add the finishing touches to the Rooftop Suite.
History paired with elegance and an eclectic antique design meets contemporary touches and global elements from Africa and India. The one of a kind hotel Paragon 700 convinces with jaw dropping interior design and exceptional service. The original Palazzo Rosso from 18th century, once the residence of the city’s mayor, are now the hallow halls of Paragon 700. Architect and Interior Designer, Pascale Lauber, tried to maintain the original details, such as the red stones, the high ceilings and frescoes. In combination with the unique selected décor and special attention to details in every corner, the Palazzo turned into a luxurious hotel.
This quintessentially Puglian property has been restored to boast 11 individually curated rooms including 7 suites with a cosmopolitan soul. Standing in stark contrast to the whitewashed buildings of Ostuni, Paragon 700’s red brick façade cocoons a lush garden, a swimming pool and a rare green space in the heart of the city, offering a tranquil and exclusive oasis. Revel in relaxation in the 7 meters below ground spa at the Paragon 700, with a hydromassage basin, a steam bath , an emotional shower and a relaxing lounge clad in Himalayan salt walls to enhance an inclusive wellness experience.
In the truest sense of the word, local products from local farmers, respect for the seasons as well as the variety of tastes have top priority in the Restaurant 700. You can taste that. Not without reason their Apulian gourmet style cuisine is included in the Michelin Guide. A typical Italian aperitif, a glass of local wine or a signature cocktail, created by Mixologist experts, can be enjoyed at the Lounge Bar 700. During summer and hot days in the city, the Pool Bar and the P Beach Club and Restaurant, located directly by the sea, provides instant leisure.
One of a kind, the 55 sqm Paragon suite features 7m high cathedral ceilings, a sunken bathtub and a grand open fireplace in the bedroom. Two doors are leading to a large terrace with garden and pool view, with sun loungers for moments of relaxation. The sumptuous atmosphere and the outstanding interior design absolutely captivates you while you enjoy the absolute privacy and tranquility in your own palace room.
The charming and romantic palaces will steal your heart. Be Queen or King for a day in the historic Torel Palace Lisbon boutique unit. With their luscious gardens and a stunning view over the city of Lisbon guests can experience the city of Lisbon in the way of royals.
Torel Palace Lisbon is one of the latest wonders of Lisbon’s seven hills. Consisting of two mansions built in 1902 and 1904, it combines different histories in one. The main building was a private residence, while the other was the Bishop of Lisbon’s former guesthouse. In 2019, these two buildings were joined by a modern apartment building. The outer courtyards decorated with a flower garden make the colors of the buildings stand out.
The overall renovation respected the characteristics of the architecture and kept the details of the old rooms, stairs, floors and gardens. Isabel Sá Nogueira, the designer of the Torel Palace in Lisbon, invited to give the interior areas of the unit a new set of clothes. The objective was to create spaces that were unforgettable, functional and comfortable and that create a unique and inimitable atmosphere. An atmosphere that could reflect the past while creating new memories for those who experience them. This set of historic mansions needed an appropriate theme, and with the Portuguese Kings and Queens, it was quickly found.
The décor of the 31 rooms and apartments is a mix of past and present, creating an atmosphere full of charm and personality. The rooms remind of the comfort of home, but with an elegant atmosphere that together with simplicity of the details underlines traditional Portuguese style, united with modern and contemporary touches.
All of the Rooms at the boutique unit are designed individually. The unit wanted to create a warm and sophisticated atmosphere while mixing modern amenities with the history of Portugal. At the private gardens or from the pool, guests have a breathtaking view over the city. Honoring the royals of Portugal, the unit gave the name of the Portuguese Kings and Queens to all of the rooms. In the pink building, each room is named after Queens, the name of the Portuguese Kings were given to the rooms of the blue building and the rooms in the white building were named after houses of the monarchy.
The unit has one restaurant called Terraço 23 which provides an informal open-air experience that is ideal for when the weather is fine and has a Winter Garden for an indoor experience.
The light and spacious Royal Room “Dona Amélia“, in sapphire-blue, is a room truly fit for a royal visitor. With its large windows guests have views to the Castelo de São Jorge, on one side and to the city on the other. The room features a Queen-size bed which makes the room the perfect honeymoon suite.
A five-star poets palace, a writers shelter, a travelers favorite story housed in a stunning historic mansion: The new five star hotel Torel Palace Porto. The hotel was opened in 2020 and is the exclusive address for travelers seeking an elegant, exclusive and unique experience in the heart of Porto with a historic touch and a modern interpretation.
The hotel is a completely renovated townhouse from Porto. The original Palacete Campos Navarro was built in 1861 and is one of the most impressive and distinguished examples of the romantic architecture in Porto. During the renovation, the hotel tried to keep the details, features and the history of the stunning old house. The greatest highlight of the architecture is the amazing skylight called Claraboia.
The portraits on the ornate ceilings in the rooms on the first floor set the tone for the hotel’s concept: literature. This is how the hotel and its 24 individually designed rooms and suites, pay homage to famous Portuguese men and women of literature. All over the hotel, literature and books from famous authors can be found. From the common areas, at the rooms, to the reception and the restaurant. Especially old ones, can be found on side tables, in niches and most visibly on the library ceiling – an installation where the books appear like stars. In addition, every Room at the Torel Palace which was designed by Isabel Sá Nogueira was named after a Portugese writer or poet.
For the ones who want to relax, the Calla Wellness Suite offers guests a Menu with body and facial beauty and relaxation treatments. At the BLIND’s restaurant the culinary proposition is deeply rooted in the chef’s memories and Portuguese ingredients with a strong international connection, an expertise that values technical excellence, seasonality and the origin of the produce.
The two Royal Suites „Fernando Pessoa“ and „Eça de Queiroz“ with their rich ornamental stucco ceilings and handcrafted doors give with almost 60 m2 enough space for the traveler who likes to enjoy the privacy and beauty of his room. The modern bathrooms placed in the middle of the room with mirrors reflecting the environment add a spectacular and unusual design touch to the experience.
The award-winning hotel Torel Avantgarde is Porto´s sexiest five-star hotel. It’s a place for the traveler who seeks the extravagant and the extraordinary art of Portugal. The building’s origins date back to the 1940s when “creativity” in its broadest sense was the watchword. Art at the time was no longer seen merely as a complement but as the focus. The break with what came before and the championing of anti-traditional art forms and new frontiers of experimentalism inspired the artists of this generation and marked an era of artistic excellence. Inspired by this era, the Torel Avantgarde welcomes you with its museum–like experience in complete harmony with the comfort and detail characteristic of the Torel Boutiques. The aim behind the approach was not just to emphasize the country’s virtues, but also to challenge guests’ senses – they are invited to live, sense and experience art.
Also the design of the hotel’s interiors was inspired by the Avantgarde years. It was planned by Isabel Sá Nogueira, who was responsible for designing the common areas, and by Paula Vasconcellos and Francisca Navio, from Nano Design, who styled all of the hotel’s bedrooms. All of the 49 rooms and suites of the hotel are designed individually. In addition, all of the rooms got a specific name after famous Avantgarde artists, from the field of design, literature or architecture. The design of each room reflects the personality and vision of the artists the room is named.
At Torel Avantgarde guests can find the Calla Wellness & Spa with two treatment rooms for facial and body beauty and relaxation treatments, one gym fully equipped and one Turkish bath. Tenro by Digby is the hotel’s restaurant where meat is the main protagonist at the menu. It features product from seven native Portuguese breeds and what sets Tenro apart from a steakhouse is the cuts of meat and the pieces used as well Tenro by Digby offers fresh Portuguese fish.
One of the best rooms of Torel Avantgarde was named after the famous artist “Leonardo da Vinci“. The Royal Suite has around 50 m² and a spacious terrace with amazing views over the Douro where you can literally feel the spirit of Da Vinci. If one prefers fashion and music over art, the two Deluxe Suites „Coco Chanel“ and „Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart“ with their own private bathtubs would be the perfect room for a stay in Porto.
The award-winning Torel 1884 palace in the heart of Porto is dedicated to explorers who seek more than just a room key. Torel 1884 offers 12 rooms and suites at the main building. Not far at the Rua das Flores, the property offers 11 more apartments for an authentic stay in the city of Porto. To make it the best stay in Porto possible guests can enjoy self-service cocktails at the honesty bar on the top floor, as well as experience the Portuguese culinary in the Bartolomeu Bistro & Wine. A very intimate and elegant space, where it’s served typical Portuguese specialties.
The boutique hotel has an interesting history, as the stunning building was built in 1884. The palace’s grandeur – with its magnificent windows, spacious rooms, high ceilings, elegant staircase and fabulous crowning skylight – demanded a superlative theme. The one chosen was that of the cultural diversity of the faraway lands. The concept is inspired by the exotic discoveries which Portugal’s mariners made along the sea and trading routes they followed. Many of the materials and products found in these distant lands, including pepper, porcelain, coffee and silk, continue to be a part of the Portuguese lives and culture today.
The architectural project was the work of Miguel Nogueira, a Portuguese architect. The interiors were conceived by Nano Design and features the work of the artists Jorge Curval and João Pedro Rodrigues. The remit was to enhance the architectural beauty of the building, with the theme of the cultural diversity of the voyages of discovery evident throughout. Close attention has been given to every detail, with bespoke wooden fittings, the showcasing of the traditional art of handmade tassels, and a decorative finishing which gives each room a personalized touch, while using Portuguese suppliers and artisans whenever possible.
For a luxury summer escape the Junior Deluxe Suite “Solomon” guarantees a special experience. With its private patio and a Jacuzzi nothing stands in the way of relaxation. Enjoy your stay at the Torel 1884 at the highest way of luxury.
Sir Albert is a hotspot for stylish traveler. The hotel is a completely renovated diamond factory in the heart of Amsterdam’s De Pijp district. To keep the charm of the building they retained the high ceilings, large windows and historical details of its former days, to get a unique combination out of historical details with clean modern lines.
The hotel was designed by the Amsterdam-Dubai design studio FG Stijil, which were awarded twice for “The best interior design in a hotel in Europe”. The hotel’s crisp, modern design doesn’t neglect comfort at every turn. Guests can make the most of their time at Sir Albert. The 89 Sir rooms offer exquisite luxury for a wonderful stay. Guests can relax in their rooms with fluffy bathrobes and cozy slippers, including a signature bedding with 300-thread-count Egyptian cotton.
The “IZAKAYA” is a culinary hot spot and authority on Asian gastronomy directly located in Amsterdam. The hotel restaurant has taken the traditional Japanese dining experience to a higher level with extravagant Japanese cuisine with a South American twist and high–quality cocktails.
With views on the trendy De Pijp district, Sir Suite offers more space to live, work, breathe and love. Including the extraordinary bathroom, with a rain shower and a freestanding Philippe Starck bathtub. In addition, you’ll find plenty of room to relax in the comfortable bathrobes and slippers while reading up on the news in either the suite’s cozy lounge chair or exceedingly comfortable double bed.
Sir Adam is located in the north of Amsterdam, at the first eight floors of the city’s landmark A’DAM Tower. The Tower is home to Sony, Semifest, Massive Music and several more of the most notable organizations in the music industry. With the Towers unique vibes and some of Europe’s greatest music talents as neighbors, you can literally feel the energy of Amsterdam. Especially when you take a look at the rooftop and its incredible 360° view over the city and the IJ River.
The colorful industrial–chic interiors, designed by award-winning New York-based innovation and design studio ICRAVE, create a free–spirited atmosphere that plays host to lifestyle travelers and locals in a curated environment full of music and art—ensuring Sir Adam is set to become the new cultural centre in town.
The hotels’ philosophy, quality over quantity, can be seen in the attention to detail and the passion Liran Wizman, founder of Sircle Collection put into the hotel. Sir is all about delivering the quality and service that every modern traveller expects, while connecting them to the zeitgeist of the neighborhood.
Sir Adam’s 108 rooms are more than just a place to sleep. Guests can enjoy the evening in their room with drinks from the minibar and the sounds of the vinyl record. But when it is time to lie down, they can expect a heavenly bed, where one can choose a preferred blanket and pillows from the pillow–menu. You will be treated to culinary delights in the hotel’s own restaurant “The Butcher”. The four most important B’s are served – burger, beer, booze and breakfast. Open from early in the morning until late at night, where later on exceptional cocktail creations are served.
Breathtaking views over Amsterdam, even while you’re in the shower. The “Sir Corner City View” & “Sir Deluxe City View”- rooms feature glass rain showers, 180-degree views, floating window benches and an exceedingly comfortable king-size bed.
The Steinach Townhouse Meran is located right in the heart of the old town of Merano. The 800-year-old shopping promenade “Laubengasse” with numerous sights, boutiques, bars and restaurants is just 150 m away. The B&B impresses with its unique design and attention to detail. Every corner of the B&B reflects the soul of the city of Merano – from the original furniture to the artwork, many elements of the Steinach Townhouse come from local artists and manufacturers.
The Steinach Townhouse was designed by Roger Botti comprises 8 extraordinary suites from which you can enjoy the unique atmosphere of the old town. A small B&B that fascinates with comfort, authenticity and poesy.
Steinach Townhouse includes individually designed suites where guests can enjoy absolute privacy, thanks to a cozy living room. Some suites also have a small kitchenette. The 55m² Suite Fortyone offers probably one of the most beautiful and characteristic views of the town, with the tower of the Parish Church of Saint Nicholas in front of the wonderful natural spectacle of the Texel Group in the background. The bright suite features a spacious double room with a typical South Tyrolean farmhouse wardrobe and a sumptuous extra-comfortable double bed. Part of the suite is also a spacious living room with a comfortable sofa.

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Fettuccine Forum: The Treasure Valley’s Asian Pioneers: Archaeology and History of Asian Americans in Boise and Vicinity
November 2 @ 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm MDT
Today, many traces of Idaho’s Asian American pioneers can be found in documentary accounts, archaeological remains, and cultural manifestations within Boise’s modern cityscape. Dr. Priscilla Wegars, a historian, historical archaeologist, artifact analyst, editor, and proofreader, together with Renae Campbell, a historical archaeology doctoral candidate at the University of Idaho, summarize evidence from Idaho’s long and varied Asian American history to examine the experiences and significance of Asian and Asian American people in the Boise vicinity for over 150 years.
How to Participate
These free, hour-long events take place at 6 p.m. (MT) in-person at Trailhead (500 S 8th St, Boise) and virtually over ZOOM with automated live subtitles. Pre-registration is required to join virtually. Cash bar available for in-person guests. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.
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Okra, a Nigerian fintech startup seems to be on an amazing roll! Despite being launched in 2020, Okra has recorded 2 major seed funding for its expansion which has skyrocketed to a whopping $4.5M.
The fintech startup was launched in January 2020 by Fara Ashiru Jituboh and David Peterside. It is an API creating a secure portal and process to exchange real-time financial information between customers, applications and banks. The company is Africa’s first API “super connector” and is developing a strong frontier for the future of fintech innovation in Africa.
Back in 2020, Okra received its first boost in a US$1 Million pre-seed funding from TLcom to propel its mission of helping African fintechs and banks build best in-class technology and solve problems for their customers.
During a conversation in 2020, Jituboh remarked:
Our thesis is simple — financial innovation cannot exist without the proper infrastructure, which is data. Essentially, how far the African fintech sector can grow is intrinsically tied to the success of an infrastructure like Okra and with our core market in Nigeria, we’re opening the door to another level of innovation in Africa’s largest market.
12 months down the line, Okra has recorded another major funding led by the US-based Susa Ventures; a US$3.5 million seed funding round to help expand its data infrastructure across the country.
Aside securing this funding, Okra has also recorded a tremendous growth over the past 12 months.
In 1 year, the fintech startup has provided its services to institutions and startups including Interswitch, Access Bank, uLesson, Aella App and over 80 digital-first platforms. It has recorded an average month-on-month API call growth of 281 per cent and has analysed over 20 million transactions and more than 5.5M transaction lines in March 2021 alone.
We look forward to the dividends of this new funding. Stay with us for more fintech updates here https://techkudi.com

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Some of the city's most comforting dishes are still available for takeout, but if self-isolation is bringing out your inner chef, why not try a few of these recipes created by local chefs?
Aperol spritz from Sweet Liberty Drinks & Supply CompanySweet Liberty's classic Aperol spritz is a little bitter, a little bubbly, and totally refreshing.
- 1 oz Aperol
- 3 oz champagne
- Soda water (to taste, depending on your glass size)
Brazilian fudge balls (brigadeiro) by Taciana Kalili of Sagrado CafeBrigadeiro is Brazil's beloved bite-sized delicacy made of only three ingredients: condensed milk, cocoa, and butter. The mixture is then hand-rolled into little chocolate balls. Half a tablespoon is usually used as a measurement, but you can make your treats as big or small as you'd like. This recipe will yield two dozen balls.
Preparation time: 30 minutes
- 1 14 oz can sweetened condensed milk
- 4 tbsp cocoa powder, sifted
- 2 tbsp butter, plus more for rolling balls
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate sprinkles (or any other flavor of sprinkles)
Step 2. Let the mixture cool to room temperature.
Step 3. Spread your sprinkles on a plate or in a bowl. Once the mixture has cooled off, grease your hands with butter and roll the brigadeiros into little balls and into the sprinkles. Place them in paper/foil candy cups or eat them right off the plate.
Chilaquiles con huevos by Scott Linquist of Coyo TacoNeed your Mexican fix? Coyo Taco's Scott Linquist recommends chilaquiles, the popular dish made with beans, grated cheese, pico de gallo, and eggs. Add cooked chorizo, browned ground beef, or shredded chicken to the mix if you are extrahungry.
- 8 eggs (scrambled or cooked sunny side up)
- 8 oz of tortilla chips
- 12 oz jar of salsa verde
- 4 oz of Mexican crema or sour cream
- 16 oz grated cheese (white cheddar or Monterey Jack)
- 8 oz refried black beans
- 4 oz pico de gallo
- guacamole (optional)
- 4 tbsp cotija cheese
- Pinch chopped cilantro on each serving
Step 2. Spoon warm black beans in the center of each serving bowl and pile the chilaquiles on top. Crown them with eggs, then spoon a dollop of sour cream in the center. Sprinkle with cotija cheese and pico de gallo and garnish with cilantro. Top with sliced avocado or guacamole if available.
Crispy Brussels sprouts from chef Rangel Suarez of Katsuya BrickellThis recipe by chef Rangel Suarez from Katsuya makes a sweet, caramelized dish packed with protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, and an exotic touch of Asian flavor.
- 3 oz Brussels sprouts (could use frozen)
- 9 oz mirin sauce
- 7.5 oz sake
- 9 oz soy sauce
- 3.5 oz sugar
- 4 oz balsamic vinegar
- Shaved almonds
Step 2. Make the balsamic reduction by combining balsamic vinegar, sugar, sake, and mirin and soy sauces over heat until sugar is dissolved. (Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for a month.)
Step 3. Once sprouts are fried, place in a mixing bowl and toss with an ounce of the balsamic vinegar reduction.
Step 4. Add almonds, chopped scallions, and additional balsamic vinegar reduction to taste.
French toast from Benjamin Amsallem of Cafe BastilleBenjamin Amsallem shares his classic recipe, which can be customized with berries, chocolate syrup, or bacon. Wash it down with something bubbly or your favorite juice served in a flute for a fancy touch.
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 4 beaten eggs
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1 brioche loaf
- Berries (or other fruit)
- Maple syrup (or your favorite sauce)
- Powdered sugar
Step 2: Cut one-inch slices of brioche and dip each into mixture.
Step 3: Cook in a hot pan with butter until you obtain a dark honey color on both sides.
Step 4: Top with sliced fruit, powdered sugar, and maple syrup.
Boozy milkshake by Michael Mina from Pizza & Burger at Fontainebleau Miami BeachAn over-the-top milkshake is easy to make and a real treat. For a family-friendly version, just skip the alcohol.
Michael Mina from Pizza & Burger suggests his salted dulce de leche milkshake.
- 4 scoops vanilla gelato
- 2 shots of milk
- 5 pumps dulce de leche syrup
- Pinch of salt
- Jack Daniels to taste
Plant-based Beyond Beef burnt ends by Richard Hales of Society BBQIf you're a vegetarian looking to add more iron and protein to your home-based diet, this recipe is for you. At his Society BBQ eatery, chef Richard Hales offers a plant-based option made with Beyond Beef, which has less fat than regular meat and no cholesterol. You can easily replicate these Texas-inspired barbecued bites at home.
- 1 package frozen Beyond Beef ground "meat"
- Store-bought Kansas City barbecue sauce
- 1 oz kosher salt
- 1 oz coarse ground black pepper
- 1/2 oz smoked paprika
- 1 oz brown sugar
Step 2. For burnt ends, form 16 one-ounce nuggets of Beyond Beef and place on a sheet tray. Sprinkle with spice mixture liberally, brown sugar, and KC barbecue sauce.
Step 3. Preheat oven to 300 degrees (if using a smoker, heat to 285 degrees with oak wood). Cook burnt ends for 30-35 minutes or until fully cooked and tender. Transfer to serving dish while hot and serve with onions and pickles.
Spinach dip rustic bread bowl by chef Roberto Gonzalez of La Fontana SteakhouseIf you are quarantined and getting sick of grilled cheese, take melted goodness up a notch with chef Robert Gonzales' rustic bread bowl recipe. "It's easy to make and can serve the whole family. Since the bowl is edible, that's also one less dish to wash."
Preparation time: 25 minutes
- 2 cups yellow onion
- 1 tbsp chopped garlic
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter
- 6 cups heavy cream
- 2 cups grated Parmesan cheese
- 4 cups chopped baby spinach
- 3 loaves rustic bread
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese
Step 1. Melt unsalted butter in a medium heated pot. Add chopped garlic and yellow onion and sweat for two minutes. Incorporate the heavy cream and let it all simmer for ten minutes. Throw in Parmesan cheese and turn off the stove.
Step 2. In a blender, blend the chopped baby spinach and the mix from the pot for 2 minutes.
Step 3. Cut off the top portion of the bread and remove inside dough. Fill the bread with the creamy spinach mixture and top with bread crumbs and mozzarella cheese. Heat in a 375-degree preheated oven for eight minutes until cheese is melted and brown.
Vegan salted caramel truffles by Carolina Molea of L'Artisane BakeryPastry chef Carolina Molea's chocolate truffles are a vegan, crunchy flavor bomb. Says the chef: "I use wholesome ingredients like quinoa and coconut milk to pack these cuties with nutrients." The chef's go-to chocolate is Republica del Cacao Ecuador 62 percent, but you can use any dark chocolate with the same cacao liquor content. You could substitute quinoa for cacao powder, shredded coconut, or toasted nuts.
Ingredients (crunchy quinoa)
- 1 cup washed quinoa
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- Pinch of kosher salt
Step 2: Let cool down and keep in an airtight container. Will last for a couple of weeks in the fridge.
Ingredients (chocolate truffle)
- 1 oz light agave syrup
- 2 oz sugar
- 4.5 oz coconut cream
- 5 oz Ecuador 62 percent chocolate
- Pinch of kosher salt
- 1 tsp refined coconut oil
Step 2. In a separate pot over medium-high heat, make a caramel combining the sugar and the light agave syrup. Do not stir.
Step 3. Once the caramel reaches a deep color, add the coconut oil and mix well using a whisk. Add warmed coconut milk slowly, whisking carefully, cooking for about a minute.
Step 4. In a plastic bowl, semi melt the chocolate in a microwave 30 seconds at a time to avoid burning. Add the hot caramel sauce to the semi-melted chocolate and mix well using a rubber spatula. Add salt and vanilla extract. Finish the emulsion using an immersion blender.
Step 5. Transfer to a flat plastic container and cover with plastic wrap touching the chocolate surface to avoid making a skin. Let rest in the fridge overnight. Next day, scoop out small portions of the ganache and make the truffles with your hands. Cover in crunchy quinoa and let them rest in the fridge in an airtight container. Will last up to seven days in the fridge.

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Texas Attorney General warns of fraudsters selling ‘designation of homestead’
The Texas Attorney General’s office warned consumers Wednesday of a scam in which businesses send misleading letters offering a “designation of homestead” to property owners, if they pay a fee.
Homestead exemptions are available free to property owners in Texas.
Attorney General Ken Paxton said his office has received 100 complaints to date from individuals who received similar letters.
Paxton urged consumers to report any solicitation letters that seem suspicious to the attorney general’s office.
“My office is actively reviewing all of the complaints and we will take whatever legal steps are necessary to stop unlawful activity by any company trying to take advantage of Texans,” Paxton said in a statement.


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Noel Gallagher and Nile Rodgers are headlining this year's Teenage Cancer Trust series.
The fundraising concerts - which kicked off in 2000 - return to the Royal Albert Hall from March 23-29, and the first acts have been announced with more special guests still to be revealed.
Stereophonics will return to top the bill on March 25 two decades after playing the first ever Teenage Cancer Trust gig, with legend Paul Weller - who was also there 20 years ago - joining them on the night for a special solo acoustic set.
Groove Armada take to the stage the following night and on March 27, Noel Gallagher's High Flying Birds will be headlining.
Two nights later Nile Rodgers & CHIC will close the show for the series' 20th edition.
Roger Daltrey, Teenage Cancer Trust Patron, said in a statement: "Once again we've got some incredible artists on the bill for 2020 and I can't thank them enough for giving up their time for Teenage Cancer Trust.
"Since the first gig back in 2000 audiences have raised millions to fund Teenage Cancer Trust nurses, support teams and special hospital wards that have helped young people cope with some unimaginably hard times.
"Without Teenage Cancer Trust these specialist services would simply not be there."
The Who legend described anyone who has supported the charity as a "hero", and revealed he has seen the impact its work can have.
He added: "I've seen first-hand the difference this support makes to so many young people with cancer over the years and I'm beyond proud to be a part of the Teenage Cancer Trust team.
"Everyone who's helped us achieve this is a hero in my book, and I'd like to thank everyone who has got us this far."
Kate Collins, Chief Executive Officer for Teenage Cancer Trust, added: "We're incredibly grateful for the amazing support from the artists getting involved in our 2020 gigs.
"It's going to be an unforgettable experience and will help us support every young person with cancer who needs us."


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Public Counsel Joins Supreme Court Call for Marriage Equality
Public Counsel has joined an amicus brief in the Supreme Court challenging Proposition 8, the 2008 law that banned same-sex marriage in California.
The brief in Hollingsworth et al. v. Perry et al. argues that depriving same-sex couples of the right to marry serves "no legitimate governmental purpose" and violates the Equal Protection clause of the 14th Amendment. The lawsuit seeks to overturn Proposition 8 and restore equal marriage rights to all California couples.
"Marriage holds a hallowed status in our society. As courts repeatedly recognize, marriage is an essential aspect of the human experience," wrote attorneys from Munger, Tolles & Olson, which drafted the amicus brief on behalf of 55 civil rights organizations, local governments and bar associations across the country. "Domestic partnership plainly lacks the status, cultural significance, and social meaning of marriage."
"Marriage equality is one of the fundamental civil rights issues of our day, and we are proud to be part of ensuring that progress for families is protected," said Public Counsel President and CEO Hernán D. Vera.
The brief argues that excluding same-sex couples from marriage harms both them and their children by perpetuating discrimination and denying them benefits that other married couples receive, including health care.


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James Cameron is developing a futuristic sci-fi action film. Someone should tell him he’s already been doing that for the past twenty years. It’s called Avatar, Cameron. Remember? The blue mutant cat people? Ahhhh (dismissively waves hand).
The event film set in the future, but not Fern Gully, is scripted by uber Hollywood screenwriter Shane Salerno. In June of this year it was mentioned in Variety that Salerno was developing a project for Cameron, and many think it could be Doomsday Protocal, which Salerno sold to Fox for seven figures of cold, hard cheddar. The project is about aliens and humans with various abilities being brought together to save earth. Sounds like one of those "important" movies. Please standby while I pass gas through the flame of a lighter.
It isn’t known if Cameron is intending to direct the project, or merely produce. The only thing that’s known is Cameron just made a movie with aliens and humans being brought together, and he doesn’t know it.


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JEFFERSON, Ga. (AP) - An inmate accused of grabbing a deputy's gun and shooting him in Jefferson in northeast Georgia died early Tuesday.
Spokeswoman Elaine Cook says 28-year-old Timothy Lemar Jones died at Athens Regional Hospital, where he was taken after the shooting yesterday at the Jackson County Courthouse.
Sheriff Stan Evans says the inmate, in chains and leg irons, grabbed the deputy's gun and shot him but was shot by other deputies as he drove away in a sheriff's van.
Evans says the deputy, 14-year Officer Kimsey Gray, was returning four prisoners to jail when one of them attacked him inside a secure area of the courthouse. Gray was taken to Grady Memorial Hospital in Atlanta.
The sheriff says the deputy was shot in the arm, leg and abdomen and was in good condition after surgery last night.
The sheriff said Jones was picked up last week at Johnson State Prison in Wrightsville, where he was serving a sentence for aggravated battery, and brought to Jefferson for arraignment on an armed robbery charge.


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WASHINGTON — President Bush and congressional leaders reached agreement Wednesday on a draft resolution that would allow Bush to confront Iraqi President Saddam Hussein with military force, a prospect that Bush said "may become unavoidable."
The agreement, which came after the White House agreed to drop some controversial language and make other concessions, supports Bush's use of force "as he determines to be necessary and appropriate."
The House is likely to quickly pass the resolution. Democratic opponents in the Senate, who had sought to narrow the conditions under which Bush could wage war on Iraq, acknowledged that momentum had shifted toward the White House-backed language.
On the diplomatic front, The Associated Press said the United States will propose to the United Nations Security Council that inspectors be given broad new powers to hunt for Iraqi weapons of mass destruction and that they be provided military backing to carry out the search. The U.S. draft proposal, which the AP obtained Wednesday, has not been submitted formally to the Security Council. Key elements face deep opposition from Russia, China and France.
"We will not leave the future of peace and the security of America in the hands of this cruel and dangerous man," Bush said of Hussein during an event in the White House Rose Garden. "If he persists in his defiance, the use of force may become unavoidable."
Bush was joined by House Minority Leader Richard Gephardt (D-Mo.), House Speaker Dennis Hastert (R-Ill.) and Senate Minority Leader Trent Lott (R-Miss.).
"Many of us believe that we need to deal with this threat diplomatically if we can, militarily if we must," Gephardt said.
Conspicuously absent was Senate Majority Leader Tom Daschle (D-S.D.), who is among leading Senate Democrats calling for Bush to do more on the diplomatic front before resorting to military force.
"The Democrats are obviously in disagreement," said Sen. Joseph Biden (D-Del.), chairman of the Foreign Relations Committee and co-author with Sen. Richard Lugar (R-Ind.) of an alternative resolution that appeared to be losing steam.
Daschle canceled a previously scheduled meeting with reporters Wednesday and huddled with aides and advisers as he sorted out the Senate's options. Meanwhile, the House International Relations Committee began to debate the new resolution, and a vote on the House floor was scheduled for next week.
In a statement, Daschle said the Senate also would begin debating a resolution soon, though it was unclear which version he meant. Daschle called the agreement between Bush and House leaders an improvement over the original draft resolution Bush sent to Capitol Hill two weeks ago.
The draft resolution agreed to Wednesday contains several White House concessions: Bush promised to submit a finding to Congress, before using force, that diplomacy has failed and that military action is necessary. He also pledged to report to Congress every 60 days on matters relevant to the confrontation.
Bush also agreed to drop controversial language authorizing him "to restore international peace and security in the region," which had prompted concerns that Bush was asking for a free hand to attack anywhere in the Middle East. Instead, the agreement would make Iraq the focus of any military action.
Hastert said this still gave Bush the flexibility he needed and added that the president would not be required to seek approval from the UN before proceeding.
"If the president determines that he has to act unilaterally to protect the American people, he can, and he has the ability to do that," Hastert said.
Majority leader hesitant
Daschle outlined his reservations.
"I continue to believe that the final resolution should include greater emphasis on eliminating Iraq's weapons of mass destruction, a stronger statement that operations against Iraq will not undermine the ongoing international effort against Al Qaeda, and a clearer assessment of the administration's plans for the political and economic reconstruction of a post-Saddam Iraq," Daschle said.
Still, he said he is certain that the Senate will adopt some version of a resolution with broad bipartisan support.
Some Senate Democrats and some Republicans have warned that the United States should not confront Hussein on its own, preferring to see an alliance with the UN and other countries.
That is the focus of the Biden-Lugar version, which would require Bush to inform Congress before taking action that he has sought a UN resolution or has determined that the Iraqi threat warrants unilateral action. Biden insisted that this wording would only strengthen Bush's position, but the president rejected the proposal earlier this week, saying it would tie his hands.
Biden said he expects to offer his proposal on the Senate floor, but he canceled plans to consider it in the Foreign Relations Committee as support seemed to shift to the Bush-backed language throughout the day.

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Friday August 31, 2012
After drenching New Orleans, Isaac threatens dam
NEW ORLEANS: Authorities in two states along the US Gulf Coast urged residents to seek shelter Thursday amid fears a dam could fail as a weakening Isaac doused an already drenched region.
Local officials in Mississippi called for precautionary evacuations of the area near Lake Tangipahoa after the Percy Quin Dam showed signs of damage due to the storm, a statement said.
But they insisted the dam had not been breached, showing instead "impaired portions", and that crews are going to carry out a controlled release of water into the river below to ease pressure on the dam.
In Louisiana, Tangipahoa Parish President Gordon Burgess called for a mandatory evacuation for anyone living within a mile of the Tangipahoa River on either side.
Between 40,000 and 60,000 people could be affected by flooding if the dam breaks, a statement from the office of state governor Bobby Jindal said.
The dam scare came as forecasters warned of life-threatening floods, tornadoes and storm surges due to the slow-moving and ferocious mix of wind and rain generated by Isaac, which made landfall as a hurricane but has lost steam.
At 2100 GMT, the National Hurricane Center said Isaac had weakened further to a tropical depression with maximum sustained winds of 35 miles (55 kilometers) per hour.
"Even though Isaac is no longer a tropical storm, dangerous hazards from storm surges, inland flooding and tornadoes are still occurring," a statement from the Miami-based center said.
The area hardest hit by the storm was coastal Plaquemines Parish, where officials on Wednesday ordered the evacuation of some 3,000 people.
The storm has revived memories of Hurricane Katrina, which devastated the region exactly seven years ago, flooding New Orleans and killing at least 1,800 people in the broader Gulf Coast area.
But this time around, new multi-billion-dollar post-Katrina flood defenses appeared to be holding but authorities still urged residents to stay indoors and three regional airports remained closed.
Rescue workers headed to Slidell on the north shore of Lake Pontchartrain after floodwaters began rising rapidly. About 100 people were rescued with high-water trucks and boats.
Officials said some areas were under about five feet (1.5 meters) of water after a canal swollen by two days of heavy rains overtopped raised railway tracks.
Dozens more remained trapped in their homes as roads became impassable. "We weren't expecting it," police chief Randy Smith said.
Latoya Sanders, 26, said she was ready to move back to California after riding out her first hurricane in Slidell.
"I'm scared," she said after police carried her five children aged one to seven into a truck.
Isaac could dump up to 14 inches (35 centimeters) of rain over much of Louisiana, Mississippi, southwest Alabama and Arkansas through Friday. Some areas could see rainfall of up to 25 inches, the NHC said.
The storm may wind up causing as much as $2.5 billion in damage in and around Louisiana and in the offshore oil sector in the Gulf of Mexico, according to early estimates from natural disaster modeler Eqecat.
The Louisiana state government urged people in about a dozen areas to boil their tap water before cooking with it, drinking it or using it to brush their teeth.
The Mississippi River flowed backwards for nearly 24 hours due to pressure from Isaac, the US Geological Survey said.
The waterway similarly went into reverse gear during Katrina, cresting at 13 feet (nearly four meters) about its previous level.
More than 760,000 people were without electricity in Louisiana, Mississippi, Arkansas and Texas, local power company Entergy said as the weather system snapped utility poles and downed transmission lines.
Across Louisiana, more than 4,000 people were crammed into shelters.
Dozens of nursing home residents, many in wheelchairs, were among those taken to higher ground by the National Guard in high-water trucks.
US President Barack Obama, who has been regularly briefed on the storm, late Wednesday declared a "major disaster" exists in Louisiana and Mississippi, paving the way for more federal aid to local authorities.
"We've got to make sure everybody's safe, then we'll start looking at what it'll take to recover," FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate said after surveying some of the damage on Wednesday. -AFP

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US casino company Las Vegas Sands is facing a multi-billion legal action in a case that is set to unveil how the largest gambling hub on a global scale handed some much-desired casino licenses about twenty years ago.
The $12-billion lawsuit has been filed by Asian American Entertainment Corporation, a former partner of Las Vegas Sands in Macau. The company, headed by the Taiwan-based businessman Marshall Hao, is seeking damages that amount to approximately 70% of the casino giant’s profits in the period from 2004 and 2022. According to Reuters, the figure is around $12 billion.
The lawsuit will officially start on June 16th. According to the claims filed by Asian American Entertainment Corporation, the US casino company violated the two parties’ contract for a Macau casino license.
Las Vegas Sands, which also operates a casino in Singapore, has been opposing its former Macau partner’s claims since 2007 when Asian American Entertainment Corporation first rolled out the case in the US. After the legal action was dismissed by the US court for statute of limitations and procedural reasons, the case was lodged in Macau in 2012. As mentioned above, the case is related to the license granted by the authorities of the special administrative region at the time when the US casino giant and Asian American were still partners.
US Casino Giant Switched Partners to Get the Macau Casino License
The legal action comes at a time when the US gambling giant is experiencing a decline in its gambling revenues as a result of the travel restrictions and social distancing measures associated with the coronavirus pandemic. Furthermore, its operating casino license in Macau – the special administrative region that is the only legal gambling hub in China – is set to expire in a few months. In order to keep its Macau license, Las Vegas Sands needs to place a new license application via a public tender in 2022.
It all started in 2001, with a gaming concession offer that was jointly submitted by Las Vegas Sands and Asian American Entertainment Group. According to the lawsuit, the US gambling operator switched partners and joined forces with the Hong Kong-based company Galaxy Entertainment instead. Eventually, the combined bid of the two companies ended up receiving a casino operating license in Macau.
In an interview for Reuters, the head of Asian American Entertainment Group explained that his company’s joint venture with Las Vegas Sands was terminated by the US gambling giant, which then submitted an almost identical bid with its new partner Galaxy Entertainment.
The US casino company has tried to avoid the lawsuit by filing legal action in Macau and in Nevada.
So far, Las Vegas Sand has been subject to a number of lawsuits over its earlier dealings on the territory of Macau, including legal action over its earlier dealings in the Chinese special administrative region, including one over the lucrative casino license it had secured.

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