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Patron of those suffering for nervous and mental afflictions
Dymphna was fourteen when her mother died. Damon is said to have been afflicted with a mental illness, brought on by his grief. He sent messengers throughout his town and other lands to find some woman of noble birth, resembling his wife, who would be willing to marry him. When none could be found, his evil advisers told him to marry his own daughter. Dymphna fled from her castle together with St. Gerebran, herconfessor and two other friends. Damon found them in Belgium. He gave orders that the priest’s head be cut off. Then Damon tried to persuade his daughter to return toIreland with him. When she refused, he drew his sword and struck off her head. She was then only fifteen years of age. Dymphna received the crown of martyrdom in defense of her purity about the year 620. She is the patron of those suffering from nervous and mental afflictions. Many miracles have taken place at her shrine, built on the spot where she was buried in Gheel, Belgium.
Prayer: Hear us, O God, Our Saviour, as we honor St. Dymphna, patron of those afflicted with mental and emotional illness. Help us to be inspired by her example and comforted by her merciful help. Amen.
Saint Dymphna (also: Dympna, Dimpna) was the daughter of a pagan Irish king and his Christian wife in the 7th century AD. She was murdered by her father. The story of St. Dymphna was first recorded in the thirteenth century by a canon of the Church of St. Aubert at Cambrai, commissioned by the Bishop of Cambrai, Guy I (1238–1247 AD). The author expressly states that his writings were based upon a longstanding oral tradition and a persuasive history of inexplicable and miraculous healings of the mentally ill.
Life and death
Dymphna was born in Ireland during the 7th century. Dymphna’s father Damon, a petty king of Oriel, was pagan, but her mother was a devout Christian. When Dymphna was 14 years old, her mother died. Damon had loved his wife deeply, and in the aftermath of her death his mental health sharply deteriorated. When at length he decided to remarry, Damon sought to find a woman who resembled his deceased wife. When no such woman could be found, Damon began to desire his daughter, because of the strong resemblance she bore to her mother. When Dymphna learned of her father’s intentions she fled his court along with her confessor Father Gerebernus and two trusted servants. Together they sailed towards the continent, eventually landing in Belgium, where they took refuge in the town of Gheel.
One tradition states that once settled in Gheel, St. Dymphna built a hospice for the poor and sick of the region. However, Ironically, was through the use of her wealth that her father would eventually ascertain her whereabouts, as some of the coins used enabled her father to trace them to Belgium.Damon sent his agents to pursue his daughter and her companions. When their hiding place was discovered, Damon traveled to Gheel to recover his daughter. Damon ordered his soldiers to kill Father Gerebernus and tried to force Dymphna to return with him to Ireland, but she resisted. Furious, Damon drew his sword and struck off his daughter’s head. She was 15 years old when she died. After Dymphna and Gerebernus were martyred, the residents of Gheel buried them in a nearby cave. Years later, they decided to move the remains to a more suitable location. According to tradition, when workmen entered the cave to retrieve the two bodies they found that the bones of Dymphna and Gerebernus had been miraculously interred in two stone sarcophagi, one of which bore a red tile with the inscription “DYMPHNA.”
Medieval traditions
The historical basis for this story is uncertain. There are variations in the legend and it has counterparts in the folktales of many European countries, such as The King Who Wished to Marry His Daughter andDonkeyskin. The events of Saint Dymphna’s life may have become entwined with these myths in the centuries after her death when her story was told orally.
The remains of Saint Dymphna were later put into a silverreliquary and placed in the Gheel church named in her honor. The remains of Saint Gerebernus were moved to Xanten,Germany. During the late 15th century the original St. Dymphna’s Church in Gheel burned, and necessity obliged the erection of the magnificent “Church of St. Dymphna,” which was consecrated in 1532 and now still stands on the site where her body was first buried.
A phenomenon is said to have occurred immediately after the finding of the tombs. A number of people with epilepsy, mental illnesses and persons under evil influences who had visited at the tomb of Dymphna were cured. Ever since that time, she has been invoked on behalf of such people.
St. Dymphna’s feast day is May 15.
St. Dymphna is the patron saint of the nervous, emotionally disturbed, and mentally ill.
The National Shrine of St. Dymphna is located in Massillon, Ohio. St. Dymphna’s Special School is located in Ballina County Mayo and operates under the patronage of Western Care Association.  St. Dymphna’s Pub is located on St. Mark’s Place, New York City.
See also
- List of Catholic saints
- Saint Dymphna: Wonderworker of Gheel, May 15th. Saints Mary and Martha Orthodox Monastery, Wagener, S.C., Newsletter, January 2006. Retrieved March 3, 2012.
- “St Dymphna”, Archdiocese of Atlanta
- Benedictine Convent Sisters, Clyde, Missouri, “Tabernacle and Purgatory” May 1946
- National Shrine of St. Dymphna
- Kirsch, J.P. (1909). “St. Dymphna”. Catholic Encyclopedia. New York: Robert Appleton Company. Retrieved March 3, 2012.
- “St. Dymphna”, Franciscan Mission Associates
- St. Dymphna’s Special School, Ballina
- “Nightlife”, New York Magazine


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Mali's government demands the French president "understand that no one can love Mali better than Malians" after Macron urged Bamako to build a framework that allows an effective fight against terrorists.
The British defence ministry says the move shows Russian forces are under pressure and that the mercenaries are unlikely to make up for the loss of regular infantry units.
France supported the African country’s military-ruled government, angering Chadians and opening old wounds of the European country’s past colonial practices.
Forces linked to Russia operating in the Central African Republic have executed, tortured, and beaten civilians since 2019, according to Human Rights Watch.
As concerns over human rights grow, Antonio Guterres told the UN Security Council in a confidential report that Mali's counter-terrorism efforts had "disastrous consequences for the civilian population".
Thousands of foreign fighters from Europe have responded to Ukrainian call to fight against Russians.
The French president is learning yet another hard lesson in foreign policy mere weeks before the April presidential election.
UN chief Antonio Guterres says the body has found evidence that the Central African Republic's army and its foreign supporters violated international humanitarian law.
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A new study has found that 60% of jobless workers never received any unemployment aid. (study)
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The study also found that those who became unemployed early in the pandemic were much more likely to receive benefits (40%), compared to those who were unemployed late (18%)
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An alliance of industrial controls and automation supplies has announced the formation of the Industrial Energy Efficiency Coalition (IEEC), a new group that recognizes the impact that industrial energy efficiency gains can have on overall consumption—and the inadequacy of current governmental policies and investments to make them a reality.
Featuring charter members such as ABB, Eaton, GE, Rockwell Automation, Schneider Electric, and Siemens, the IEEC’s formal mission is to leverage its members’ expertise in applying controls and automation for industrial productivity to improve energy efficiency in industrial processes and business ecosystems.
Additional goals include uniting industry efforts to promote processes, methods, best practices, technologies and metrics in order to improve energy efficiency in industry; providing leadership in industrial energy efficiency; and accelerating growth for IEEC members.
On the legislative front, IEEC intends to pursue regulatory and policy activities such as investment in U.S. industry and its supply chain; R&D tax credits for innovative manufacturing processes and applied research on the factory floors; and educational and training infrastructure.
“We need to start behaving as an industry and not as individual companies,” said Schneider Electric’s Paul Hamilton, who is also IEEC executive director. “As an industry, we need to engage with government to shape policy programs.”
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Railway station turns stage for Christmas carols
The Infant Jesus Church Kopar Khairane organised Christmas carols at the Kopar Khairane Railway station premises and near D Mart shopping centre on Wednesday.
The birth of child Jesus was depicted through a skit by members of the church followed by carol singing by children and youth.
According to Fr Jinto Edattukunnel, parish Priest of Infant Jesus church, “Many people are still not aware about the f act behind Christmas. Today the festival is around Santa Claus, Christmas tree and decorative lights.” A play depicting the birth of Jesus, was presented at the Kopar Khairane railway station
He informed, “The fact is that it is the birthday of Jesus Christ. This depiction of the birth of child Jesus was a big thing for the 500 people who
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Santa later on distributed sweets and goodies to all people around. The performance near D -Mart Circle also attracted lot of crowd.
“This was a great experience for me,” said Vikas Mhatre, a resident of sector- 4 in Kopar Khairane, who was very happy to be around with his children and experience the facts behind Christmas. “No one can explain how God could become a baby. Yet he did. Without forsaking his divine nature or diminishing his deity, he was born into our world as a tiny infant,” said Antony Philip who co-ordinated the whole event.


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Hi, everyone. I made an account a while back, but I don't think I have actually ever posted anything. In any case, after having played about 200 hours of Depths of Peril and Din's Curse, I was getting a little annoyed with some aspects of DC. Don't get me wrong, I still think that DC is the more enjoyable game and of course the great Hybrid-system is something that DoP simply lacks. However, I sometimes really hated these randomly generated, flimsy villages that couldn't do anything on their own and couldn't really defend themselves, even against weak attacks. Jorvik by comparison ideally always had some surviving Covenants to defend the town. A less elegantly handled aspect of why I prefer Jorvik is of course that the characters cannot die. It may not be an elegant solution, but it worked. Town invasions never felt like an interesting or exciting event to me in DC. The only question usually is, if there is a boss involved and how strong it is. From DoP on the other hand I remember a number of instances in which bigger invasions happened. Especially once, when I actually had a town-wide battle happen with maybe four or five separate engagements and all the surviving Covenants taking part in the defense.
I suppose an easy thing that could be done to make the DC-villages more resilient, would be to simply add dedicated guards and organize the villagers somehow. It always feels a bit silly that monsters will just slowly move among the houses murdering everyone and nobody but the player reacting. Imagine instead if the villagers would flee to the town centre and the War Master plus the guards would converge on the invader/s. At least personally I think it would really improve the feel of the settlements in DC.
But of course, while that would be a nice and simple thing to do, part of the problem is that these villages are isolated from each other and have no place in any kind of world. So I had some ideas on what could be done about that. Again, I'll first present the simple version: Have the randomly created villages situated on a world map and make it matter long-term if villages are saved or lost. After all, ruined villages might very well become a source of invasions or might provide an opportunity to free prisoners or even find replacement "personnel" for another village. Not matter the exact details it should help provide a better sense of progression and a definite end to the playthrough in question: Either save or lose all of them.
And now the more complex version. It's probably too much to ask, but it doesn't hurt posting it. I'm quite a big fan of the A-Life-system as implemented in "S.T.A.L.K.E.R. - Clear Sky". In this system the AI is usually "offline" and only goes "online" when the player is close enough. In Shadow of Chernobyl the AI did not fight each other in Offline-mode, but since Clear Sky is built around a faction war-system, it was necessary to have some kind of system to resolve combat even when the player is not around. Something like this could be used to create a full dynamic world which would be built around the basic mechanics of Din's Curse. What I mean by this, is, that one of my personal dream games would be an ARPG organized around some kind of capital city or town as big as or bigger than Jorvik, with a few other towns and maybe two dozen villages scattered around it. In between would be dungeons and other dangerous areas. The dungeons would now create invasions and other problems and send them towards villages and towns. In turn the towns would send out patrols to protect the villages or even send out bigger attacks to attack the dungeons. They would also give out quests based on whatever is happening at the moment. All of this would be happening irregardless of whatever the player might be doing at the time. S/he might still be too weak to get involved in some of the bigger happenings anyway. Sooner or later the player would be able to leave the starting areas and venture into more dangerous missions. Maybe that would mean that the player could take part in a dungeon invasion with some other adventurers or he might help out some soldiers defending an outlying village. Maybe we'll meet other more powerful heroes: "Witness the story of Onslog the Greater as he saved the world!" Meanwhile Player Character was getting his ass handed to him in some other dungeon, but when he got back to the nearby village, people already were talking about Onslog's latest victory. As you might imagine, it would be important that the player would actually hear about what is happening in the world. Otherwise it would hard to appreciate all the intricate systems. A map showing the various developments and movements might be something very helpful in that regard, but people talking about what is happening would certainly be immersive as well. So, maybe the world would actually be able to defend itself, depending on how world generation turned out, completely irrespective of what the player was or was not doing. Or perhaps s/he might show up too late, only to witness the last battle for the capital, having no choice but to eventually flee to the last surviving town.
I know, it's a stretch to expect something this big and ambitious from a very small studio like Soldak, but hey, it's not like anyone else is making games even anywhere close to what I'm imagining. As said, it doesn't hurt to just post it

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Mustard Spaetzle and Cabbage
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Yield 4 entrée or 8 appetizer portions
1/3 cup Milk
¼ cup Grain Mustard
½ cup water
Pinch of Kosher Salt
Pinch of black pepper
Pinch of Nutmeg
1 TB. Herbs (parsley, tarragon or sage), finely chopped
9 oz. All Purpose Flour
½ cabbage, shredded fine
4 oz. Butter
Combine the eggs, milk, grain mustard and water in a mixing bowl with a paddle attachment. Season mixture with salt, pepper, nutmeg and herbs. Add all the flour and beat on medium speed until smooth. Allow the mixture to rest covered for 1 hour.
While the mixture is resting, finely shred the cabbage- removing the core and leaving only the leafy pieces. Blanch briefly and run under cold water. Drain well. Set aside.
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"The actors were greedily inquisitive into every little circumstance, more especially in Shakespeare's dramatic character, which his brother could relate of him.
For Prynne one of the great horrors of the stage was the introduction of actresses from France by Henrietta Maria, to take the place of young  male actors of whom Dr.
Oliver Cromwell, though he despised the stage, could condescend to laugh at, and with, men of less dignity than actors. Buffoonery was not entirely expelled  from his otherwise grave court.
Like many eminent actors, she was famous for the way in which she would utter one single expression in a play.
Should we really care for the greatest actors of the past could we have them before us?
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were sometimes strolling companies of players, who might be minstrels 'or rustics, and were sometimes also retainers of the great nobles, allowed to practice their dramatic ability on tours about the country when they were not needed for their masters' entertainment.
Tyne Wear Theatre Company was staging another of Russell's plays, Stags and Hens, which was to give Brendan his first substantial break as an actor
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Google parent company Alphabet has reported Q3 revenues of $22.5bn, up 20pc, as ‘Other Bets’ begin to show growth.
Alphabet CFO Ruth Porat’s presence is being felt, as a more cohesive picture emerges of the company’s finances.
With revenues up 20pc from $18.6bn to $22.5bn, Alphabet reported a 26pc jump in profits to $5.7bn.
Out of this, Google is still the main breadwinner for the Alphabet group, bringing in revenues of $22.2bn and generating an operating income of $6.7bn.
Google advertising revenues clocked up $16.7bn, up 18pc, while other revenues were up 39pc to $1.7bn.
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But ‘Other Bets’, areas like driverless cars, future of health and other blue sky products, are also showing signs of growth – with revenues up 40pc, from $141m to $197m.
Operating losses at Other Bets narrowed from $980m last year to $865m, proving Alphabet is getting shrewder in its money management.
“We had a great third quarter, with 20pc revenue growth year-on-year, and 23pc on a constant currency basis,” Porat said.
“Mobile search and video are powering our core advertising business and we’re excited about the progress of newer businesses in Google and Other Bets.”
Yesterday (27 October), Google revealed that Fionnuala Meehan is to become Google’s new country manager for Ireland and the head of a 6,000-strong organisation, as Ronan Harris takes up a new role as head of Google UK and Ireland.
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AfDB Approves Ghana’s Public Financial Management and Private Sector Competitiveness Support Program
OREANDA-NEWS. The Board of Directors of the African Development Bank on Wednesday, 18 November 2015 approved a US$ 56.2-million African Development Fund loan to support Ghana’s Public Financial Management and Private Sector Competitiveness Program. This general budget support operation is the first in a two-year programmatic series of US$ 100 million that will be implemented in 2015 and 2016.
The operation is in response to the continued decline of the Ghanaian economy, caused by a weak macroeconomic environment and a series of exogenous shocks. During the presentation of the operation to the Board of Directors, Jacob Mukete, Director of the Bank’s Governance, Economic and Financial Management Department stated that, “the program aims at strengthening fiscal consolidation, deepening the public financial management reform, and improving the efficiency and competitiveness of the economy.”
Together, these three components will contribute to restore macroeconomic stability, ensuring greater predictability of financial resources to support essential public programs. “Fiscal consolidation and public financial management reforms are likely to benefit women and vulnerable groups as improved fiscal space can accommodate increased pro-poor expenditures for better social services delivery,” Mukete said.
The programme’s focus on increased private-sector competitiveness through improved access to energy and finance for small and medium-sized enterprises will help to drive inclusive economic growth in Ghana. Mukete added that “increased electricity supply, and its reliable and efficient delivery as well as access to long-term finance will benefit women and youth, especially those involved in small and medium-sized enterprises and living in rural areas where poverty is widespread.”
The programme builds on the achievements of the Bank’s past and ongoing operations in the country related to public financial management and private sector development. It is also fully aligned with Ghana government’s Medium-Term National Development Policy Framework, the Bank’s Country Strategy Paper for Ghana, and the Bank’s Ten Year Strategy 2013-2022, which has governance and accountability and private sector development as key operational priorities. It also supports three of the “High-5 institutional priorities” – Light up and Power Africa, Industrialize Africa, and Improve the quality of life for the people of Africa.


Málaga, Spain: Aganova, a Spanish water technology company specializing in leak-detection and condition assessment of water infrastructure pipeline with a focus on critical ‘transmission mains’, has received a growth equity investment from Emerald Technology Ventures and Cimbria Capital. Aganova’s core technology is the Nautilus System – a wireless, in-line, and neutral buoyant technology that helps water utilities optimize leak detection, network inspection, and leak prevention in large diameter pipelines. Aganova’s new investment partners – Emerald and Cimbria – are internationally-known specialist investors in the water industry.
With climate change exacerbating water stress around the world, the pathway to water security runs through the pipes that make up municipal water systems. Any drop of water that escapes via leaks—no matter how tiny—is critical as we must protect water resources, ensuring that greater amounts are available overall while reducing energy consumption and improving financial performance. As growing populations are dependent on water for everything from agriculture to manufacturing, leak detection is a vital part of sensible water management.
Based in Málaga, Spain, Aganova develops advanced “inline” leak detection tools (meaning tools that are placed inside a pipe) paired with software. Its proprietary tools coupled with its digital platform provides a one-stop shop for inspection data that is easily accessible by the end-user. Crucially, its solutions are intended to work largely within transmission mains, the main pipe connecting a treatment plant to a municipal water system. These are large pipes, in contrast to the smaller pipes that make up distribution networks and where most leak-detection efforts have been focused.
Improving pipe performance
There is significant room to improve pipe performance around the world. One study estimated that the global volume of non-revenue water— water that has been treated but does not generate revenues and can be lost through leaks, tank overflows, theft, meter inaccuracies, etc.—was 126 billion m3 per year, equating to an estimated financial cost of $39 billion per year, as of 2018. This will spur a compound annual growth rate of 5.9% in the global pipeline monitoring system market from 2020 to 2027, by which time it is expected to reach $7.9 billion.
Given the volume of water that traverses a transmission main, a potential leak or burst in such a pipe is much more serious than within a distribution network. This makes Aganova well-positioned to capitalize on the growing appetite for pipe maintenance solutions as water systems grow more complex.
Partners in growth
Emerald’s growing investment activity in water pipe intelligence and innovation make it the perfect partner for Aganova’s international ambitions, as evidenced by Emerald’s recent investments into SewerAI and FIDO. And with Emerald and Cimbria’s significant networks and expertise in water, Aganova’s international expansion and growth will be well positioned, as both Helge Daebel, Emerald Partner, and Brian V. Iversen, Cimbria Managing Partner, will join the Aganova Board of Directors.
“We are thrilled to welcome Emerald and Cimbria as partners in Aganova given their documented achievements in helping scale water technology companies in global water infrastructure markets,” said, Agustín Ramírez García, CEO of Aganova. “It’s an opportune time in infrastructure to further deploy Aganova’s innovation to help reduce Non-Revenue Water loss and help save costs in maintenance and upgrades to water distribution pipelines.”
“Emerald sees great promise in Aganova’s Nautilus System becoming a standard technological solution for leak detection in large diameter networks for municipalities in need of streamlined, reliable, and affordable innovation,” said Helge Daebel, Partner at Emerald Technology Ventures. “Due to the age of much of our existing infrastructure and years of underfunding, Aganova’s technology will be critical in helping ensure the functioning of essential water assets and services.”
“Cimbria is pleased to join the Aganova team and apply our knowledge of value-add capabilities in transatlantic market expansion and strategic management via our Acceleration Program,” said Brian V. Iversen, Founder and Managing Partner of Cimbria Capital. “For Aganova, we believe this work will be especially meaningful in their renewed commercial effort to acquire new customers in North American markets, augment their business team, and increase corporate visibility.”
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About 67.1 percent of all patients are children under 14.
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… and White Evangelical Protestants are trailing everybody.
The trend is growing slowly — admittedly too slowly — in the direction of equality in all the other religious demographics, but the megachurch crowd shows us once again why their popularity is waning and why younger generations are getting the hell out of there.
It’s not like the other religious groups are that much better — and 66% in the “Unaffiliated” category isn’t exactly a number to be proud of — but to be that far behind progress?! That takes a special sort of bigotry.
We obviously have a long way to go, but this graphic raises an interesting question (which I’ve mentioned before): Would you rather see evangelicals remain this anti-gay because it pushes people away from their faith, or would you rather they come to terms with reality and support marriage equality?
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Background: Sulfur-(SM) and nitrogen (NM)-based mustards are the mutagenic
incapacitating compounds which are widely used in vesicating the chemical warfare and cause
toxicity in many organs, especially skin. SM, as a potent vesicating agent, contributes to the
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Apartments and other multi-family dwellings first appeared in Aberdeen around 1909. Between 1910 and 1930 the population of Allston-Brighton doubled, necessitating the development of multi-family buildings to accommodate the growing demand for a home away from the city center. Many immigrant families, tired of living in dirty and crowded inner-city areas, were drawn to the bucolic image of Aberdeen.
Aberdeen’s development was hugely dependent upon the advent of mass transit and the automobile. Beginning in 1910, a number of one-story commercial blocks began appearing on the corners of highly trafficked streets, meant to attract the attention and patronage of the motoring public. By 1920, a new Classical Revival style garage was built to provide parking for the growing number of automobiles. These structures, meant to cater to a newly mobile population, indicated a shift in the role of the suburb to a place centered much more heavily on the automobile and other forms of transit.
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From realsimple.com The lowest portion of the base of a lemongrass stalk is tough and flavorless. That said, they are actually pretty tasty. $15.00. Please allow lemongrass to (re)introduce itself.
Slice the stalk at an angle to create sections approximately 1 inch (2.5 cm) in length.
Look for firm, light green stalks with a faint lemony scent. Wash the mint and lemon basil and pull off the leaves. Place the pieces in a food processor with the chopping blade attached. Set aside and let it cool. Lemongrass Plant. To prepare lemongrass to use in a recipe, peel off the stiff outer layer of leaves. You can store the freshly minced lemongrass in an air tight Ziploc bag in the freezer. Stir until liquid comes to the boil. Slice lemongrass stalks lengthwise and crush them slightly. AcneAnxietyAthlete's footExcessive sweatingHeadachesIndigestionMuscle aches Add 2-3 spoonfuls of brown sugar and stir. The aromatic soup makes a delicious main course served alongside steamed rice. You will be left with the whiteish lower section of the stalk. Roughly slice the lemongrass leaves. Cut the remainder into 1cm lengths. Let it come to boil. Then cut off the bulb (if it is still attached), and trim the green leaves off the top. MILLIE HOLLOMAN PHOTOGRAPHY. Stir in the sugar until dissolved. 3/4 cup chopped fresh ginger root smashed with a meat tenderizer to release the juices. 32 Chopped lemongrass recipes | Lemongrass Indian Vegetarian Recipe . Lemongrass Cooking Tips. And its additionally actually good for you with confirmed advantages. Bring 4 cups of water to a boil over high heat, and then add the lemongrass pieces and keep boiling the water for 5 minutes. 6. Drink lemongrass tea in moderation. Cut off the very bottom of the white root top. 20. Often found in: Southeast Asian dishes, like beef rendang or tom yum soup. This lemony version is the ultimate refreshing drink. Just make up your marinade according to the directions and the lemongrass should get fully cooked. Here is the step-by-step method to use lemongrass: First, you will have to discard the tough outer leaves of the lemongrass stalks by peeling them away with your fingers. A ginger and lemongrass marinade provides a weeknight-friendly last hurrah of summer flavor. 2) Fill the jar with half alcohol and cold water. HOW TO PICK LEMONGRASS. Just bring 4 cups of water to a boil, toss in a bunch (2-3 full stalks) of rinsed lemongrass chopped into 2 pieces, cover and steep about 10 minutes. Warm the coconut and sesame oils in a large skillet over medium high heat. AMAZING VALUE With 700+ sprays per bottle and a strong concentrated formula, Method. Juice from lime. Make a paste by pounding thin slices of lemon grass. msg, limes, fresh cilantro, chicken stock, lemongrass, annatto seeds and 20 more.
Chopped lemongrass recipes | Lemongrass Indian Vegetarian Recipe.Lemongrass is a tall herb like a shrub with distinct fragrance and flavor. Not an ideal substitute, but will work in a pinch! We'll try looping some of the leaves into rings and
Place the pieces in a food processor with the chopping blade attached. It is nice to cut several blooms from the rose bushes and bring them inside to enjoy. You can find fresh lemongrass at Asian markets and at some well-stocked grocery stores, too. Turn off the heat, discard lemongrass stalk and ginger. ; 100% GUARANTEE Join a million other people who have used Lumi Outdoors shoe deodorizers to conquer their shoe odor. Fresh lemongrass adds delicious sweetness to this fizzy drink. Step 2. Then, put the ice tray into the freezer and allow it to completely freeze usually overnight. Spice Description Lemongrass is a long thick grass with leaves at the top and a solid portion several inches long at the root end. In a saucepan over high heat, combine lemongrass, sugar, salt and 2 1/2 cups water. You want to cut about 6-8 inches of the upper part. Crush this and finely chop to sprinkle on salads for a hit of citrus. Dab on blemishes and bug bites as needed. Experience lemongrass in southeast Asian classics like hot and sour soup, coconut soup, rendang and penang curries, satay, and more. Lemongrass tea in instant pot. 420 reviews of Lemongrass Hot Pot "They finally opened last week ! In a saucepan boil 2 cups of water. To make: Add a few stalks of fresh lemongrass, or a few fresh or dried lemongrass leaves to 2 cups boiling water. Fresh Fruit Slush. Well try looping some of the leaves into rings and hanging them to dry. Im fortunate that the Asian farmers market in Sacramento has many vendors that sell fresh lemongrass that are bundled up with 7 to 10 stalks per bunch. Took it to a dinner party of friends, it was a hit with all. Reading: How to make lemon grass tea. Then cut off the bulb (if it is still attached), and trim the green leaves off the top. But make sure to leave a little room as you top up each slot with enough water to submerge the lemongrass. How do I cut lemongrass? The best place to get fresh lemongrass stalks will be at the farmers market. It is now ready to use in recipes such as curries or soups. Try adding them to chicken noodle soup, vegetable stock, or rice as its cooking, or boil the pieces with sugar and water to make lemongrass syrup to use in drinks and desserts. Watermelon is a popular fruit of summer and this tea recipe is a nice way to use up any extra melon you may have left over. 1 cup of milk, 1/4 cup of chopped lemongrass, 2 Tsp of grated ginger, 1/4 cup of mint leaves, 1 Tbsp of sugar along with 2 cups of water in a saucepan. Lemongrass Asian Bistro has transformed your dining experience to a whole new level. Fish sauce, lime juice and lemongrass make such a delicious dressing that Note that the lemongrass still needs to be cooked or boiled for at least five minutes before it is soft enough to be edible. Read on to find tips for keeping roses fresh after being cut so you can enjoy these lovely flowers even longer. When cooking with lemongrass, you can use fresh, dried, or powdered leaves. Add lemongrass stalks, ginger and boil for 10 minutes or more if you prefer stronger flavour. Add coconut milk, of the lime zest (save the rest for garnish) the smashed lemongrass and the ginger, and simmer gently on medium low heat for 5 minutes.Do not over boil. How To make your own lemongrass oil: 1) Break up fresh lemongrass stalks and fill the canning jars halfway. 9. Lemongrass & Wasabi Asian Style Chicken Nuggets. If its good enough for tea, we wonder if dried lemon grass might also work in a savory broth. Turn of the flame. Use your knife to remove the lower bulb. Alternatively, pulse a few times in a (clean) grinder. Remove the ragged tops of the lemongrass leaves and any discolored outer leaves. Discard the leaves. Expect a plant to reach a size of 3 to 5 feet tall and up to 2 feet wide in a growing season. Allow to air dry and keep it on your skin as long as possible to help soothe the itchiness and inflammation. Remove the Tough Outer Leaves. Make sure this fits by entering your model number. Lemongrass holds up to long cooking and gains intensity the longer its cooked. Likewise, what is lemongrass seasoning? Ingredients: Fresh organic lemongrass leaves. How to Make Lemongrass Tea. Lemongrass grows quickly and spreads to fill a planting bed or pot. Since 2006, Lemongrass Asian Bistro has taken a unique approach to style, flavors and ingredients, yielding new innovative recipes to Asian cuisine. Serve warm, or chill in the refrigerator and pour over ice. OR - For 1 lemongrass stalk use 1 teaspoon lemon balm. Ships from Indonesia. MAIKA 777 / Getty Images. Check out our fresh lemongrass selection for the very best in unique or custom, handmade pieces from our home & living shops. You can also use the lemongrass in your marinade for the chicken. Diffuse: Add a few drops of lemongrass oil to your diffuser and let the fragrant aroma uplift your senses and your mood. Turn the instant pot on high-pressure mode for 5 minutes by selecting the pressure or the manual button on the high-pressure setting. This flavorful, thirst-quenching watermelon iced tea is a favorite recipe for many tea lovers.
Add the rounds to stir fries. helps ease stomach discomfortaids in lessening, if not totally curing toothache and sprainprepared as a liniment to be also applied on sprains for easy healing. More items Lemongrass can be considered one of the most intimidating herbs to use, especially when you don't know how to prep it. A simple tea made with lemongrass stalks offers a delicately flavored and brightly scented tea thats very refreshing. The stalks are usually green and plump with leaves that havent wilted. A versatile herb that can be used in all kinds of recipes, from marinades to curries and cocktails to stir-fries, lemongrass has a deep citrusy aroma that can typically be found in Thai cooking and other Asian cuisines. About a day before you plan to use them, wash each stalk thoroughly with cold water and pat dry. They taste more like candy than any Thai-inspired dish should. This recipe showcases a flare of Asian cuisine to plain chicken nuggets. Pour 5 cups of water into a pot and bring to a boil. Thaw briefly before using.
after I been bugging the good folks at their Boca location bout the Hollywood grand opening date for weeks. Step 2. Baste a chicken with our fish sauce marinade and youll end up with a gorgeous, Asian-inspired roast for Sunday lunch. You can store the freshly minced lemongrass in an air tight Ziploc bag in the freezer. Lets get into it. The dirt can leave stains on your stalks when theyre thawed out. Strain the tea before serving to remove the leaves. You can use lemongrass to flavor broths, marinades, or use it to make curry pastes. Place lid on container. Does Trader Joes carry lemongrass? To make lemongrass tea: Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 to 3 teaspoons fresh or dried lemongrass. Vermicelli noodles topped with fresh vegetables and herbs, an incredible lemongrass marinated chicken and drizzled with Nuoc Cham, the chilli garlic sauce thats served with everything in Vietnam!. skinless chicken thighs, coconut milk, jalapeos, freshly ground pepper and 14 more. OR - Use 2 fresh lemon leaves, crushed. Lock the instant pot with the release valve in the sealing position. Adding ice cubes will create a cold lemongrass tea. Moisten a pinch of cosmetic clay with lemon balm tea. 2. Dry herbs will last a long time, while fresh herbs have a short shelf-life. The upper part of lemongrass is woody and in darker green color. If using fresh smash it with a meat tenderizer to release the juices before adding to the water. This herb has a pungent lemony, herbaceous, and sweetly floral flavor that works well with Add lemongrass leaves, ginger, and mint leaves. Ground: Make paste in mortar and pestle or food processor and freeze in 1-tablespoon mounds on plate. Weigh and add lemongrass to container. Then peel off any dry or tough outer layers before finely chopping or mincing. by Food Bloggers of Canada. Serve with rice and stir-fried greens. Strain and enjoy. You can also make lemongrass tea from fresh stalks, by boiling them in water for ten minutes. Gently bruise the base of the stalk with a rolling pin. Easy enough for midweek meals, and a sensational CHEAP meal idea You'll need fruit juice, simple syrup, fresh lemon juice, ice and the liquor of your choice. Openly boil them on a slow flame for 5 min or until the color of the water changed to light brown. Lemongrass can make a great addition to fresh summer salads. Preserving Cut Roses. Strain the tea into a clean pot. Friendly quick service, and delicious fresh food, clean flavors." 1 tea bag. This can be prepared in a few ways depending on the dish you are making. Use the lemongrass immediately, or store lemongrass by Slow Cooker Basil Chicken 12Tomatoes. Add the lemongrass and boil rapidly for 5 minutes. Inhaling the fresh, soothing scent of lemongrass oil can alleviate feelings of anxiousness and depression and promote a sense of well-being. Use a sharp kitchen knife to carefully cut about two inches off the bottom. What to make with lemongrass leavea? But while it can impart a bright flavor to any meal, this stalky plant can be more than a little intimidating to use if Ingredients8 eggs boiled to your liking1 knob fresh galangal 2 cm length, peeled and sliced1 knob fresh turmeric peeled and sliced, or 1/2 teaspoon groundturmeric4 red finger-length chilies deseeded4 shallots peeled3 cloves garlic peeled1 tsp shrimp paste trasi, dry-roasted1 tbsp vegetable oil1 tbsp palm sugar or brown sugarMore items In all three cases, tasters found that the fresh lemon grass imparted a bright mix of citrus, floral, and minty notes, while the dried lemon grass contributed a less complex, woodsy flavor. A lemony cup of tea sounds like a good cure for winter blues!
We found a few notes on drying the leaves for use in herbal teas. 1/4 cup lemon juice. COVID update: Lemongrass Hot Pot has updated their hours, takeout & delivery options. Smash the lemongrass with the back of a knife and mince it well. Here are six easy steps to mince lemongrass appropriately: 1. Fresh Citrus Lemongrass Soda It's easy and oh-so-satisfying to make your own sodas using seasonal fruits, herbs, and spices. Origin: Grown in Asia, Australia, and Africa, lemongrass encompasses a variety of plants in the grass family. To use lemongrass in marinades, stir-fries, salads, spice rubs, and curry pastes, trim the top and base of the stalksyou want to use only the bottom 4 inches or so. Lower heat then simmer for 3 more minutes. To make lemongrass tea, cut the lemongrass in small pieces & add to water. Lay out the lemongrass on a work surface -- use 4 stalks of fresh lemongrass or 8 dried stalks per cup of boiling water. Spice up your classic chicken nuggets with the addition of lemongrass and wasabi. Listed on Jun 30, 2022 Lemongrass Shopping Tips. Did not have fresh lemongrass at the store, used the paste in tube like another reviewer suggested, worked beautifully. How to Prepare Lemongrass for Cooking. 7. Same great soup base, AUCE meats ,seafood,veggy & desert plus you don't need to get the fixing you self here, With ample water and fertilizer, these roots bulk up and spread out. To prepare lemongrass to use in a recipe, peel off the stiff outer layer of leaves. Weigh and add glycerine. 1 Cut off the root end of the lemongrass stalk and remove any of the any dry outer leaves. Boil the mixture for 15 minutes. It's very easy to make and requires that you blend the This recent lemongrass tea recipe has this excellent, lemony style. Cut the lemongrass stalks into 3-4 inches so its easier to place in the food processor. Break up the stalks into pieces and place them into a teapot with several pieces of unpeeled ginger root. The lower portion is sliced or pounded and used in cooking. OR - Replace with 2 lemon verbena leaves per stalk needed. Cut down to the tender base of the stalk where you find the bulb in the bottom 3-4 inches. You simply put the desired amount of chopper, minced, or pureed lemongrass directly into the slots in the ice tray. We make sending fresh flowers easy whether you want to send to a friend in Rockwall or a relative across the country; you can browse our website and order online or call the shop to place your order. Add the tofu and stir everything to coat. By 4. Chop off and discard the woody base of the stalk just where it meets the thicker green stalk. First of all, find fresh lemongrass and get good-sized stalks with a few side shoots. Roasted Cauliflower Larb. I get commissions for purchases made via hyperlinks on this publish. This store sells fresh lemongrass in the produce section. Flavor: Bright, citrus. This can be prepared in a few ways depending on the dish you are making. The essential step here is to beat the sticks with a meat tenderizer in order to release all those yummy oils. Send Off Summer with This Vegetable-Packed Beef Stir-Fry. Transfer frozen portions to zipper-lock bag. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the lemongrass, chile paste, lime juice, vinegar, ginger, pinch of salt and stir to mix. The tougher outer leaves of the lemongrass plant should be removed. The soft inner part of the stalk is what you want to use to cook. Infuse the leaves in 1-2 cups of boiling water for 3-5 minutes. The leaves and the oil are used to make medicine. Trim the Upper Part of Lemongrass. In a small sauce pan, simmer shallot in vinegar on low heat, until vinegar reduces almost completely, about 5 minutes. To make lemongrass tea, chop 2 cups of lemongrass stalks or leaves into half to 1 inch pieces. Strain the stalks from the liquid. If youve never cooked with lemongrass, it might be intimidating because the stalks of Strain the tea in your favorite cup & add a sweetener. The tea should have a fresh, citrusy taste. Bring the water to a boil over high heat in a medium saucepan. When water starts to boil, add chopped lemongrass and ginger slices. Set aside to marinate for 30 minutes. Lemongrass is a tropical variety of grass with a sweet, lemony scent. Better Than Takeout Thai Drunken Noodles Half Baked Harvest. Boiling water. It is widely used in Asian cuisine to make tongue-tickling curry pastes and beverages.It is available in various forms like fresh, dried, or powdered leaves. Try a cup of our lemongrass honey ginger tea for a drink that both soothes and refreshes! Pulse it until lemongrass is finely minced, and there you have it.freshly minced lemongrass. This Herbs & Spices item is sold by TropicalShopByHanim. Cauliflower takes the place of meat in this vegetarian If there is dirt at the bottom of the leaves, use your fingers to remove it carefully. Pour the tea in a cup, mix in honey and enjoy hot and aromatic tea. Breaking the stalks allows the natural oils to be released from the plant and strengthens the tincture. As a spice, fresh lemon grass is preferred for its vibrant flavour, but is also sold in dried form. Roast spatchcock chicken with lemongrass, honey & fish sauce.
Store in the refrigerator, tightly wrapped in plastic, for up to 2 weeks, or stash prepped pieces in a plastic bag in the freezer for up to 6 months. Add the lemongrass, pandan leaves, and ginger into the boiling water. Yes, "slush" is short for slushy, so get the shaved ice ready for this boozy treat everyone will love. Experience lemongrass in southeast Asian classics like hot and sour soup, coconut soup, rendang and penang curries, satay, and more.
How to use lemongrass oil for depression and anxiety: 1. Nothing beats a nice cold dip in the summertime to go alongside a platter of fresh fruit, pretzels, graham crackers and whatever else you like to dip. They make a great centerpiece for those special dinners or luncheons with family or friends. The lemongrass adds fresh flavors, and the 57 | Grilled Pork Chop, Shredded Pork, Egg, Meat Pie, Rice (Com Suon Bi Trung Cha Hap) Grilled pork chop, shredded pork, a fried egg and steamed meat pie on steamed rice. Dried or fresh lemongrass is commonly used to make herbal teas and other drinks. Lemongrass is a plant. To make the lemongrass + ginger tea: 1/2 cup dried or fresh lemongrass. Lemongrass Honey Ginger Tea. Steep for several minutes. 1 cup coconut milk (stir before measuring) Peel the tough outer layers from the lemongrass and discard them. Lemongrass tea recipe with ginger & lemon that is packed with lots of benefits such as weight loss and fever. Substitutes: 2 stalks of lemongrass = zest of 1 lemon. How to chop lemongrass: Remove the outside one or two layers; these are generally the most tough, and are often marked up with blemishes. Rinse lemongrass thoroughly in distilled / demineralised water and transfer to a clean tea towel to soak up any excess moisture. TO STORE IN THE FREEZER: Whole: Trim green tops from stalks, wrap stalks in plastic, then seal in zipper-lock bag. It's a satisfying and healthy side dish on its own, and also works well as a base for a grain bowl or to make a salad a meal.This recipe is from True Food Kitchen in Boca Raton, Florida, and was originally published in the South Florida Sun Sentinel. Accordingly, does lemongrass grow fast? Cut the lemongrass stalks into 3-4 inches so its easier to place in the food processor. It is particularly associated with Thai and South East Asian cooking. 5. We can even create custom gift baskets which make the perfect gift for your upcoming special occasion. Slice the ginger into thin slices along with the skin. This ancient grain pilaf is made with quinoa, brown rice, farro, lemongrass and turmeric. In a saucepan, bring water to rolling boil. Lemongrass is a staple of Asian cooking, and used in everything from fragrant teas to spicy curry.
Vietnamese Noodles with Lemongrass Chicken (Bun Ga Nuong) is one of my signature dishes! STICKS (best for soups and stews) if you need sticks, just cut the lemongrass stalk into 5-6 centimeter-long sticks. Chop and lightly crush the lemongrass. To make lemongrass tea: Cut a few long leaves (two or more) finely with scissors. Put a small pot of rice to cook on stove. Freeze lemongrass the same way you freeze greens. Freeze for up to 3 months. Lemongrass and other ingredients are infused in a coconut milk broth, with chicken, mushrooms and hot chilies. 19. Cut the bulb diagonally in rounds measuring about 1/4 inch (.5 cm) long. 1/4 teaspoon salt. Cut about 2 inches from the bottom of the stalk and discard the roots. Lemongrass is a real grass as you may see beneath. Pour water in the instant pot liner. Summer fruits are a healthy and delicious addition to many iced tea recipes. The Trader Joes Lemongrass Chicken Stix are not what we expected. Bruise the pieces and toss them into simmered recipes such as soups. 2. Clean and bruise a lemon grass stalk.Steep the stalk for 3 to 4 days in a nearly full bottle of vodka. Shake the bottle occasionally.Take out the stalk after steeping. Read more! To prepare lemongrass, you will need a sharp serrated knife. Remove the woody outer leaves revealing the tender middle. You will be left with the whiteish lower section of the stalk. RINGS (best for a stir-fry) cut the lemongrass into SUPER thin rings. vodka, lemongrass, lemon juice, simple syrup, ginger beer, lemongrass and 2 more Lemongrass Sage Vodka Fizz Mind Over Batter sage leaves, vodka, cold water, lemongrass syrup, seltzer, lemon and 3 more The correct method involves first blanching the lemongrass to Pulse it until lemongrass is finely minced, and there you have it.freshly minced lemongrass.
OR - 1 teaspoon of lemongrass powder (dried, ground, lemongrass) enough water just to cover the ingredients in the pan. The marinade is usually made from a few ingredients, including herbs, spices and a liquid base, like soy sauce, barbecue sauce, or teriyaki sauce. Use too small a pot, and lemongrass roots will likely break it. Reduce the heat to low and simmer the tea for an additional 5 minutes. First, remove the tough outer leaves with your fingers to reveal the grass' pale, fleshy stalk. If using fresh ginger root, scrape Keep both fresh herbs and dried herbs on hand. If you want the flavor of herbs in your food without the actual pieces, wrap them in cheese cloth and cook; discard before eating. All you need is limes, water and tequila (and jalapeno if you want to make them spicy). Make a relaxing bath: Fill a


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NDI Kosovo recently concluded a more than two-year long program on Conflict Mitigation, aiming -- through its own activities and with the support of its partners -- to cultivate relationships across the country’s divisions, thus easing ethnic tensions in Kosovo. Through the program, more than 600 Kosovars engaged in diverse dynamics across ethnic lines, overcoming their possible post-war fears, prejudices and mistrust, thus establishing rewarding collaboration.
Nine years after Kosovo’s declaration of independence, the burden of the past still exists, undealt-with and dividing. Several attempts to deal with the heavy load of the past, both from civil society and state institutions, have been made so far. The results have been poor, partially because these attempts did not do enough to reflect the needs of Kosovar society.
In a fragile, conflict-affected society like Kosovo, political leaders can easily mobilize their supporters for a cause. Any cause. Particularly a political one, painted with our colors, against theirs. Political, thus ethnic, relations have recently deteriorated, with an outburst of war threats between Pristina and Belgrade. The "us vs. them" mindset, lately louder in many parts of the world, has a long history in the Western Balkans. As a consequence, more conflict is emerging based on ideology, religion, class -- differences that have existed for centuries but are increasingly (ab)used to divide people and fuel conflict.
So, what did we achieve? What changed? And, dare we ask, what did we learn?
First and foremost, we decided to take an ambitious approach and see if we can transform the conflict, instead of merely mitigating it. This meant taking on a learning-by-doing process of designing a conflict transformation approach that could be complementary to NDI’s existing methodologies.
We knew from the very beginning that ethnic identities would be consciously strengthened if put in a setting that challenges them. Therefore, instead of pushing for “neutral” space, we decided to create an identity-friendly environment, where these identities are recognised, and faced. Participants explored the richness of their own identities by identifying, even nurturing, common identity threads with “the other.” This way, the common geographic and experience-based identities include the ethnic ones in a shared narrative, without putting an etiquette on them as "destructive" and "divisive." The understanding of "us" becomes wider, and leaves none as "them." By doing so, people come to accept the torment of "the other" as their own, and the wellbeing of "the other" as their own.
Looking at the conflict from an "all of us" perspective broadens our understanding of the situation and makes our own engagement in conflict much more complex, but also much more fun, and surely less destructive. Participants came to recognize their own selves in those they had been seeing as "the enemy" until recently. The "enemy images" are broken, and the "real enemy" -- the context that pushes people into extreme positions and actions -- is identified.
Understanding this, and with the support of NDI, participants mobilized themselves into smaller group activities around common issues or interests, all the while holding on to the group dynamics they initiated, while working to meet needs of vulnerable individuals in society. This way, a dozen or so smaller groups of individuals with diverse backgrounds raised funds on their own to organize social activities with elders, orphans, single mothers, and more. Some initiated a cross-ethnic theater performances; others developed an online language platform to help Kosovar Albanians learn Serbian, and vice versa, as inability to understand each other’s languages perpetuates divisions; and still other participants formalized their engagement around supporting those in need through a new foundation or civil society organization.
Looking at this dynamic process within NDI’s Conflict Transformation Program, we track inspiring personal journeys, not only of participants, but of the staff as well, to understand more of our own selves and the environment in which we function.
We came to learn that, by recognising the marginalised ones living beside us, and by listening to them we understand ourselves and remember our own past. And above all, we experience that incredible feeling of serving.
NDI's Conflict Mitigation program in Kosovo was funded by USAID.


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The Wiltern | Los Angeles, California
With a KFC bucket on his head and a cutting-edge Signature Gibson Les Paul, this highly acclaimed instrumentalist is bound to blow minds away with relentless shredding and face-melting solos! The esteemed guitar juggernaut is traversing the nation for a few select stops and he's bringing his slew of amazing staples along for the ride! Are you ready to see this virtuoso tear it up as he serves career-spanning hits on a platter?! Well, this is your opportunity to experience some of his high adrenaline set as Buckethead takes over Los Angeles' most iconic entertainment destination! See the 'fastest guitarist' deliver his smashing set, serving a multitude of genres, such as blues, progressive metal, bluegrass, and alternative, at the Wiltern! The show on Friday, 14th June 2024, is guaranteed to be a thrilling experience packed with numerous hits, fan favorites, and some sensational covers! Experience live performances of iconic singles, such as “Soothsayer,” “Big Sur Moon,” Nottingham Lace.” and “Welcome to Bucketheadland.” If you are a guitar fanatic, then hurry and buy tickets now to see Buckethead at the Wiltern on Friday, 14th June 2024! Tickets are now up for grabs!
He's finally back and he came armed with a vengeance. After a bout with recovery and focusing on his health, he's finally making his way across select territories! Witness one of the world's most underrated talents as he delivers his vast catalog. Mind you, the man has released a total of 600 plus efforts. So, when we say vast, we mean virtually boundless!
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Witness this out-of-this-world spectacle as Buckethead takes over the iconic venue in Los Angeles! The show at the Wiltern on Friday, 14th June 2024, definitely deserves to be on your bucket list (yes we went there!) So hurry, grab your tickets, and prepare to have your minds blown!


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"A relatively powerful handgun. It's in bad condition, but it still looks usable."
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In the demo, the M19 Handgun is located in the bathroom in the toilet and can only be picked up after flushing which can only be done by using the Valve Handle on the pipe first. Upon interacting with it, an animation plays where the character physically reaches to pick it up then racks it.
In the main game, the player finds it in the same house but it is placed in a different room. The player can find it on Guest House 3F in the room before the path leading to the attic.
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Hands belong to daughter-in-law Iris Grisaru, who is a second-generation survivor.
Born May 22, 1928 | Focsani, Romania
Died January 13, 1981 | Nahariya, Israel
A proud Zionist and poet, Dolfi was incredibly talented with words, which he used to help others.
When the Nazis occupied Romania in 1941, Dolfi’s parents, together with other Jewish merchants in Focsani, were forced to turn their shop over to the fascists of the Iron Guard. Dolfi watched the legionnaires express their support for the Nazi movement by celebrating the January 1941 Bucharest pogrom in the streets of Focsani. At the age of 16, he was removed from school and sent into forced labour for the Nazis at a military airport. Although permitted to live at home, Dolfi became a prisoner in his own town, permitted on the streets only to go to and return from forced labour. As the Nazis retreated—taking Jewish forced labourers with them on death marches—Dolfi, fearing execution, daringly escaped into the forest.
After the war, Dolfi became a chemical engineer and married Mariana, also a Holocaust survivor. Rampant antisemitism persisted under the communist government for many years. When the couple attempted to immigrate to Israel during the 1950s, they were persecuted for it; Dolfi lost his engineering license, and Mariana was thrown out of medical school. After six years, Dolfi courageously wrote a complaint letter to UNESCO, which in turn placed pressure on the Romanian government to reinstate the rights denied to Jewish refuseniks. His actions resulted in hundreds of Jews regaining their academic credentials. In 1975, Dolfi left Romania with Mariana and their two children. Sadly, after only five years in Israel, Dolfi passed away at the age of 52. His posthumous legacy includes six grandchildren living in Israel and Canada.
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text: This year I am hooked on autocross. I went 1 time 2 years ago and decided that is want I wanted to race. Since then the past year I have collected parts and info to build my budget minded car. Thus far I have stripped down some of the interior in the trunk and rear seat. Rear upper and lower control arms "SVE", ford racing c springs, AGX adjustable shocks, steeda rear shock tower brace, eibach sway bar. I just installed sub frames for the next race.I also am using a cold air kit "summit racing" 75mm MAF with adjustable sensor by optimizer, stack racing 70mm TB. I have shaved 6 sec of my time this year thus far. I am a member of a ford club that allows anyone to run. Thus come the ricers, LOL.

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The 17th Best Art Vinyl Awards (2021) ceremony was held last Friday at a special presentation ceremony in Hari in Belgravia, London. The awards are chosen by public vote and in first place welcomed Brighton-based artist Paul Phillips Villager’s fifth studio album Fever Dreams.
The art is a surreal and stunning creation in which the giant head and shoulders of a grizzly bear form the outline of a mountainous view which rests next to a man snorkelling in his outdoor, starlit pool complete with lounge chairs and a small, sleeping doe.
By playing with the idea of scale, the design captures the sense of threat and serenity conveyed by the lyrics of Villagers’ singer/songwriter Conor O’Brien. “I had the idea through my love of playing with scale, I like themes of beguilement and being overwhelmed as I’ve struggled over the years with my own mental health and the subjects of anxiety and being overwhelmed are prevalent in my work” expressed Paul.
“I felt a giant sleeping bear was perfect for this concept. I added the man and the doe to hammer home the scale of the Bear, and then the yellow dots are the dreams themselves. I liked the idea of all three being asleep as if the image is a dream itself. I liked the playful nature of this idea and felt it was a complete piece of work as it connects with the themes on the album in many ways.”
These themes of peace and creeping danger – even death – are by no surprise, spurred on by the effects of the pandmeic on our lives. Many other vinyl artworks expressed a similar theme. Kimberly Oberhammer’s cover for Any Shape You Take by Indigo De Souza sees bloated yet decaying figures browsing the shelves of a shop overtaken by nature.
Best Art Vinyl founder Andrew Heeps comments: “We’re seeing vinyl records and vinyl culture keep on evolving to deliver an all-round artistic statement with Art and Music. This year’s winning sleeve art is built around a self-contained frame border that allows the owner to swap and enjoy all four versions of the sleeve, with each artwork produced in the same style and ongoing theme.
“The originality of offering the LP owner both quality and quantity of art in one tidy package, just demonstrates how the humble vinyl record holds few barriers as to where this everlasting music format can take the artists’ creativity with both music and visual artists working in a shared passion for their art.”
Check out all the winners on their website: https://artvinyl.com/award-year/2021/

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Author: Raphael Bob-Waksberg
Title: Someone Who Will Love You in All Your Damaged Glory: Stories
Narrator: Raphael Bob-Waksberg, Baron Vaughn, James Urbaniak, Kimiko Glenn, Colman Domingo, Natalie Morales, Raúl Esparza, Will Brill, Stephanie Beatriz, Emma Galvin, and Nicholas Gonzalez
Publication Info: Random House Audio, 2019
This collection of short stories focuses on love, and the deep emotions and tragedies that go with it. Bob-Waksberg is noted as the creator of BoJack Horseman, and his stories have the same mix of melancholy with the fantastical and a wry optimism. He also enters his stories in creative ways such as a bulleted list, a missed connections personal ad, travel articles, and instructions for the party game Taboo.
Standout stories include:
“Most Blessed and Auspicious Occasion” – a parody of the Wedding Industrial Complex where a couple’s attempts to have a simple wedding are upended by their families’ insistence on keeping with their culture’s traditions of slaughtering goats and exchanging commitment eggs.
“The Serial Monogamist’s Guide to Important New York City Landmarks” – a guide to the city where every landmark reminds one of a moment in a past relationship.
“Rufus” – written from the perspective of a dog who relates a story that touches on his man’s new boyfriend, a relationship that ends partially because of his man’s devotion to Rufus (although Rufus is not aware of this, he just wants the door to be open).
“You Want to Know What Plays Are Like?” – a woman caustically reviews a community theatre performance, slowly revealing that the playwright is her brother, and discovering that the story is based on their family’s tragic past.
“More of the You That You Already Are” – narrated by a man who works in a presidential theme park dressed in a large-headed mascot costume of Chester A. Arthur as he struggles to keep his job as management begins replacing cast members with genetically-modified mutant Presidents.
As weird as this all sounds, these stories are clever and heartfelt. It’s definitely worth a read, or a listen.
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- A Visit from the Goon Squad by Jennifer Egan
- Kiss Kiss by Roald Dahl


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In December 2017, ROOTENCIAL’s founder Josefina Bonsundy was given an award for community engagement at the inaugural Global African Awards (formerly known as the African Diaspora Awards) ceremony in London.
Bringing together diverse leaders from different industries and African diaspora communities, the GAA event represented an exciting opportunity to celebrate the roots and potential of global Africans.
“I am so honoured to have been given this award, which I’m delighted to accept on behalf of ROOTENCIAL and everyone who has contributed to our work along the way,” Josefina said.
In her acceptance speech, Josefina underscored the importance of recognising and including the many different communities and nationalities within the African diaspora – even just in the United Kingdom. ROOTENCIAL has prioritised efforts to make content accessible in English, French and Spanish wherever possible to promote this inclusion.


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It takes minutes to prevent getting an illness that could lead to days off work, weeks of feeling awful, an extensive hospitalization stays, or even death. Flu season runs October through May, and doctors recommend that all people more than six months old get vaccinated against this year’s seasonal flu.
It takes just a few minutes to get a flu shot. Many medical offices, such as Woodridge Clinic, don’t require appointments to walk in and request a vaccine that can prevent the flu, and the consequent symptoms of fever, chills, muscle aches, cough, congestion, runny nose, headaches, and fatigue.
Woodridge Clinic urges people to get the vaccine now, to be prepared for flu outbreaks. Although flu activity peaks traditionally in January or later, October outbreaks are possible. Flu protection isn’t immediate, as it takes the body two weeks after vaccination to develop antibodies. People can’t get the flu from the vaccine, as the virus is inactive.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), “Influenza is a serious disease. Every flu season is different, and influenza infection can affect people differently. Even healthy people can get very sick from the flu and spread it to others.”
The vaccine protects against the flu viruses that research indicates will be the most common in the upcoming months. A flu vaccine is needed each year, as the flu virus changes, and the vaccine is updated to address the current virus.
The CDC adds that the flu vaccination is especially important for people at a greater risk of getting seriously ill from the flu, including older adults, people suffering from chronic health conditions such as heart disease and diabetes, and young children.
Private manufacturers produce the flu vaccine and have projected that they will supply between 171-179 million doses for the U.S. market, according to the CDC.

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Why people in America are annoyed with the idea of installing smart meter
Home owners in America are not happy with the idea of installing a smart heater in their home. There was an instance were a home owner in Texas got so much annoyed when an installer came to install the smart meter at his house that he pointed a gun at him and asked him to leave without installing the unit. Some had covered the smart heater with a metal hood to prevent radio transmission. These are only few of the instances shown in TV, there are many such opposing instances against the new technology that utility companies are trying to install in households. What the utility company tries to prove is that this digital meter will help in preventing wastage of electricity that arise from overloaded electrical grid.
A smart meter works as a meter reader as well as sends digital information on the amount of electricity consumed to the concerned utility company. The consumers can also monitor their rate of energy consumption and control the use of heating appliances and other energy consuming units at lesser peak hours when the rates are lower. Many people even thing that the utility companies are intruding their homes with the help of the smart meter since the data send will inform the utility company when the households are away from their home and when they are going to sleep. Some also believe that these meters are not safe for their health as they emit radio frequency energy. A few of the households have also reported that their energy readings have increased ever since the meter had been installed.