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LGBTQ issues have been a controversial topic for decades now; Safe Zones have given more comfort to a community that seems to be under constant fire.
In the past, faculty who’ve gone through the Safe Zone training haven’t had too much required of them. It was like in high school when you sat through one four-hour course to get your driver’s permit, except faculty sat through minimal courses so they could consider their offices a safe space for the LGBTQ community.
Some faculty were also never trained as the Safe Zone stickers were placed on office doors and once new faculty moved into those offices, there was no reason for them to train as their offices were already marked.
No longer will it be that simple; MC Lampe, the LGBTQ programming coordinator has changed the requirements.
Now, faculty will be required to attend two 2-hour courses called 101 and 102. The first is a basic course over vocabulary and LGBTQ issues, the second deals with gender identity in trans individuals and how to help and support them.
This is not all, though. In order to maintain their certification, faculty will be required to attend special topics trainings, which will include such topics as LGBTQ students of faith and of color.
New stickers will also be administered each year to ensure that there is no confusion whether or not the current faculty have been trained.
This is a giant leap in the right direction for the University.
LGBTQ, lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans and queer. They are a community that stands strong together as much of the world seemingly sends nothing but condemnation their way.
The growth and more enforced requirements by the Safe Zone program and Lampe’s programming coordinator are proof, however, that this campus is learning to embrace all love for exactly what it is, love.
Students of every walk of life are at Murray State to learn and to find out who they are – getting that accomplished is difficult enough when dealing with the ignorance of those around them. These new requirements are going to help that process significantly, decreasing the ignorance of those who should be supporting them.
Learning about your sexual identity is hard, no matter who you are. It’s difficult to deal with, especially if your family isn’t behind you. Students come to Murray and they find a new family in the friends that they make here. This new family is wonderful, truly, but knowing that the campus they live in welcomes them with open arms, too, is just as wonderful and important.
Trans students are taking some of the hardest harassment at this time; with a military ban and debates over what sports teams they can be on, trans individuals are being discriminated against from left, right and center.
The largest problem they are encountering is the gender others see them as. You’d think it wouldn’t be that hard, if they identify as a woman, they are a woman. If they identify as a man, they are a man. It’s that simple.
The transition is an extremely stressful process as well; a trans student who has started taking testosterone/estrogen is going to be in a rough period for a while, it’s when they’re going to need the most support.
White feminism is one of the biggest culprits of rejecting the trans community, claiming that trans women aren’t “real women” and averting their eyes to the abuse those people undergo. This is the kind of toxicity these training sessions will help fight.
The 102 class is going to be amazing for faculty learning to support and embrace these students. A class in trans students’ gender identity is needed, and would honestly be a great thing to offer all students, whether as an open seminar to everyone on campus or actual training sessions given during the first week of classes.
Religion can also be a hard thing to reconcile with sexuality. Many students have a religious background, making it hard for them to accept themselves for who they are. Muslim, Christian and Hindu students come from families that may reject them once they come out to them.
This is where the benefit of the special topics classes comes into play. These classes will help faculty learn how to support LGBTQ students of faith who are struggling to accept themselves. Knowing they have people behind them, backing them up, is such a relief.
Minorities may also have it harder than others when coming out; the world is already against them on one front of their lives, adding sexuality just gives society something else to attack them for.
For Arabs, coming out is seemingly unheard of because the backlash can be too violent to even mention. African Americans in the LGBTQ community are often sent out of their homes, disowned or banished from their families. It is so hard for them.
It is so hard for the whole LGBTQ community.
But it doesn’t have to be, and these training sessions are going to show Murray State that fact.


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Local Assemblyman Robin Swann has called on the management of global food giant JBS to “seriously consider Ballymena as the perfect base to relocate its international headquarters”.
The UUP MLA was speaking after reports were carried in a variety of media outlets, including the prestigious Wall Street Journal in the United States, which indicated that the world renowned JBS had informed its shareholders that it is to seek to relocate its official international headquarters to the island of Ireland.
Mr Swann said: “If JBS can be considered to specifically relocate its international headquarters to Ballymena, it will mean additional jobs and investment to follow for people who work in Moy Park.
“Ballymena needs to be able to supply Grade A office space which would be perfect for the headquarters requirements of an international company of the standing of JBS. It would also result in a terrific jobs boost and investment for the region which has seen so many job losses in recent years.
“I urge both the Stormont Assembly and InvestNI to join the UUP in doing all we can to encourage JBS to make Ballymena its international home,” said Assemblyman Swann.

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UTEP Football Needs a Hero; Here’s Why it Has to Be Quarterback Gavin Hardison
There's a sense of urgency within the UTEP football team (1-3) this week as they approach a key matchup against UNLV (2-1) on Saturday at the Sun Bowl.
It's not a "must win" necessarily, but a "pivotal" game, according to head coach Dana Dimel. They aren't panicking inside the locker room, but they understand the importance of this week's game.
"I don't think 'must wins' are ever a part of coaches' thoughts," said Dimel at his weekly press conference. "Important ones are there and it's important because you don't want to go three games below .500. You want to get back to where you're one weekend away from being .500. That's why this game is very pivotal. It's pivotal because it gets you back in striking distance and it gets you a really quality win over a Mountain West team. There's a lot of positives that can be gained from a win like this."
If the Miners manage to pull off a much-needed home victory over UNLV on Saturday, it could springboard them into the full stretch of CUSA with a manageable slate of LA Tech (Sept. 29), FIU (Oct. 11), NM State (Oct. 18) and Sam Houston State (Oct. 26) ahead. After, they have a tough span—a home game against Western Kentucky (Nov. 4), a road contest at Middle Tennessee (Nov. 18) and senior day hosting Liberty (Nov. 25).
Conversely, if they drop Saturday's game versus UNLV, a 1-4 record going into CUSA play could derail the motivation of the team and could diminish all hopes of a postseason bowl berth.
"It's huge because every win gets you back where you want to be at and every loss stretches it out," Dimel said. "A couple wins gets us back to where we want to be. A couple wins in a row gets us there. As I look at the next five games, they're really important for us because it gets us to a point where after nine games, we have a good feel of where we sit."
"As I looked at it, I grouped the first four, which I knew were going to be really difficult tasks for us. Then I looked at the next five that's another group that will really showcase where we are with our season. After that, you have two of three at home in the (final) stretch," Dimel explained.
The reality is that UTEP is in search of an identity on offense. Until they find their identity, this will be a below-average team with a good defense.
Players-only meeting sparked by Gavin Hardison
Reflecting back on the Arizona loss, Hardison was visibly frustrated at points during the game. He completed 15-of-31 passes for 228 yards with no turnovers and zero touchdowns. Receivers accounted for four drops and 18 catches on 34 targets. Hardison started the game going an efficient 8-for-10 passing midway into the second quarter, but as the defense adjusted, he went 7-for-21 to close the contest.
"Gavin played solid and he knows he can play better and I'm looking for him to play better," Dimel said. "He didn't make any crucial mistakes to swing the game one way or another. I thought all in all their secondary did a good job of covering our receivers. They matched up really well with us. It was more of a difficult task for him because their defensive backs matched up well with our receivers."
"Our receivers know they should've played better," Dimel continued. "We haven't had many dropped passes all year and we didn't execute the way we needed at the wide receiver position, so that skewed Gavin's production in what he did."
Saturday's performance sparked a player's only meeting initiated by Hardison after practice on Monday. The starting offense has scored one touchdown in the last two weeks against Power 5 opponents. They are in the bottom 10 of FBS in scoring (14.6 points per game) as a team, although Dimel pointed out that the inefficiency of the offense is the bigger issue.
The players themselves understand the importance of Saturday's game against UNLV. They currently have 10 seniors starting, including Hardison, a majority of the offensive line and top skill players like Tyrin Smith.
While fans might bemoan the idea of Hardison leading a possible rejuvenation of the offense, the fact is they are running out of options.
Running back Deion Hankins hasn't been as healthy as they needed him to be to start the season. He was limited in week one at Jacksonville State. He missed the entire second half at Northwestern. Hankins carried the ball nine times at Arizona for just 34 rushing yards. Additionally, Mike Franklin dealt with an injury against Arizona last week and he's "day-to-day," according to Dimel. The bright spot is Torrance Burgess Jr., who has emerged as an x-factor in both the run and passing game.
Dimel pointed out that the offense needs to be "patient in the run game," but Arizona exposed that when defenses shut down the running attack, it ends up hurting the Miners' game plan.
For better or worse, Hardison has to be the leader to spark a change in the offense. Whether they find success with the run game that opens up passing options; or, a pass-first approach that brings opportunities to the running backs. Whether Hardison attempts 15 passes and they go run-heavy against UNLV; or, they let Hardison loose and ask him to throw 30-40 passes. Whether they use both Smith and wideout Kelly Akharaiyi in the passing game or see receivers like Jeremiah Ballard step up to make plays.
The Miners need Hardison to be efficient, play turnover-free ball and make plays that will lead to points.
Now, whether this will come to fruition remains to be seen on Saturday.
"I really like this team," Dimel said. "I'm not going to let everyone get dramatic about a slow start. We have a lot of football to play, we have a good football team and it will all be shown in the future as we move into the season."
Catch all of our coverage on Saturday on 600 ESPN El Paso and KLAQ! Starting at 3 p.m., we will be LIVE at The District West (3233 North Mesa) for a "tailgate" party leading into the broadcast. Catch the "Countdown to Kickoff" with Jon Teicher, Cole Freytag and Mando Medina starting at 6 p.m. on KLAQ. Kickoff is set for 7 p.m. at the Sun Bowl. After, we will have MinerTalk live on 600 ESPN El Paso.


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Introduction: Chocolate Dipped Gingersnaps
This small batch recipe is easy to make and comes together quickly. Dipping the cookies in a little bit of white and dark chocolate adds some extra flare and really compliments the spices in the dough. They are exactly what you want with your afternoon cup of tea or coffee.
Don't be intimidated by the extra step of dipping the cookies in chocolate! The process isn't difficult and everyone will be impressed with how sophisticated your cookies look.
Makes 27 cookies
1 cup sugar
3/4 cup butter, at room temperature
1/4 cup molasses
2 1/4 cups (290 grams) all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon cloves
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/3 cup turbinado sugar, for rolling
3 oz. white chocolate chips
3 oz. dark chocolate chips
2 teaspoons vegetable shortening
Helpful Extras: parchment paper or wax paper, two small sandwich baggies, kitchen scale, tablespoon cookie scoop
Step 1: Preheat the Oven to 350°
Step 2: Prep the Wet Ingredients
Gather all ingredients. Cream together the butter and the sugar in a large bowl until combined. Add in the molasses and the egg. Mix well, then set the bowl aside.
Step 3: Prep the Dry Ingredients
In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and all the spices until no streaks remain. Add the dry ingredients to the large bowl with the wet ingredients and stir with a wooden spoon until well combined.
Step 4: Chill and Bake
If the dough is very soft, refrigerate it for about 30 minutes to allow the dough to firm up. When ready to bake, put the turbinado sugar in a small bowl and roll tablespoon sized balls of dough in the sugar. Place the balls of cookie dough on an ungreased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart from each other. You will have enough cookie dough to make 27 cookies.
Bake for 8 to 12 minutes. For a chewy cookie, aim for closer to 8-9 minutes and 11-12 minutes for a crunchier cookie. For a really snappy cookie, you can bake the cookies for a minute longer, but be careful not to burn them!
Allow the cookies to cool for 5 minutes on the cookie sheet, then move to a wire cooling rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Prep the Decorations
In a small sauce pan, combine the 3 oz. white chocolate with 1 teaspoon vegetable shortening. Melt gently on low heat until no chunks remain. Transfer the melted chocolate to a small bowl and immediately begin dipping cookies about 1/3 of the way into the chocolate. Set the dipped cookie on parchment paper or wax paper to cool and set.
After you have dipped half of the cookies in the white chocolate, put any remaining white chocolate in a small plastic baggie and set aside.
Repeat the above process with the dark chocolate.
You can also melt the chocolate in the microwave if you prefer. Microwave on low for 20 seconds and stir. Continue microwaving the chocolate in 20 second intervals until no chunks remain. Dip the cookies in the chocolate as explained above.
Step 6: Add Stripes to the Cookies
After you have dipped all the cookies in the white and dark chocolate, use the remaining chocolate in the sandwich baggies to add a drizzle across each cookie.
Carefully snip a tiny piece off the corner of the sandwich baggie. Drizzle 2-3 stripes at an angle across each cookie. Use the white chocolate drizzle on the dark chocolate dipped cookie and the dark chocolate drizzle on the white chocolate dipped cookies.
Allow cookies to set at room temperature until the chocolate has set.
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A most elegant ginger snap! Excellent plating too! All the very best from Normandie, Sue
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These look very nice!
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These look great! The decoration is simple but very well done :)
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Those look real good. I like the decoration.

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Khloe Kardashian and her husband Lamar Odom have openly shared their struggles to conceive over the past two years, so it is no surprise that fans of the reality stars are up in arms over comments made recently by the NBA player's ex-girlfriend.
Liza Morales, who shares two children with Odom, recently revealed that she does not know whether Kardashian, 28, would be a good mother. While some believe that the comment was innocent, critics have accused the "Starter Wives Confidential" star of taking a jab at Kardashian.
In an article published in the New York Daily News, the headline suggested that Morales had said Kardashian "isn't very maternal," and as a result, some readers were outraged.
"Pretty damn nasty to call her out for not being maternal when she's been trying so hard for so long to get pregnant! Stop being bitter, take your alimony, and buy a new Lamar!" one reader wrote.
"What a spiteful thing to say about someone who has been trying for a baby for years!! She just sounds like an angry bitter ex!" another wrote.
"Liza's comments are so rude! How insensitive. She's just jealous of Khloe," another wrote.
What Morales actually told the New York Daily News' Confidential was "I don't know if she's good maternally, I don't know. As long as my kids are good, I'm good. As long as my kids are taken care of and I haven't heard anything negative, then I'm good."
The mother of two, who is set to star in TLC's new reality TV show "Starter Wives Confidential," also acknowledged the constant comparisons to Kardashian. Some critics believe that the pair share a resemblance, but Morales disagrees.
"I'm 100% Puerto Rican and I was here first. I was here first, so she has a resemblance to me. I don't see it," she said adding "We both have dark hair. We both have a cherub face. I don't think we look alike, but I have heard it. Imitation is a form of flattery!"
Kardashian, who reportedly began undergoing fertility treatments in a quest to conceive, has not yet responded to Morales' remarks regarding whether the reality star is maternal or not.
The "Keeping Up With The Kardashians" star has spent much of her time in recent weeks lashing out at reports of marital woes after it was claimed that she and her husband of three years are divorcing.
Life and Style magazine claimed that the Clippers star had walked out on his wife and that he had even spent time with an exotic dancer named "Jasmine." A source claims that Kardashian is more determined to have a child in a bid to save their marriage.
"She wants to have a baby in hopes of saving their marriage. "It's so clear Khloe and Lamar are having issues, even if Khloé doesn't want to own up to it," a friend allegedly told Life & Style magazine.
"If Khloé gave Lamar a baby now, she thinks it would really solidify them, it would create an everlasting bond. A baby would cement them," a second friend said.

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|Reviews for Growing Pains: The Putting Lessons Prequel|
| halojones chapter 9 . 9/11/2009
WOAH, betherboo, Edward getting a Carlisle-Charlie united front! And dang, Carlisle is so hardcore, and yet Edward stood up to them! And Bella stood up to them most of all, which was awesome,a nd I loved how she totally kissed him in front of her parents! But seriously, their good intentions sorta made her life heck for so long and it sounds like Charlie is okay with them. That carlisle though seems like he feels responsible though with what happened years earlier...I loved the moms totally gleeful about it all though, classic! Great chappie, missy! Love this, love your eduardo...!
| drummerzel chapter 9 . 9/11/2009
That was a sweet, revealing chapter...I wish all dads are as cool as Charlie & Carlisle...( chuckle )
| A-SuperStar13 chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
Great chapter. I especially loved the end with Charlie talking to Edward alone. I really love that Bella stood up to her father and Carlise and confessed her love for Edward. Great job.
| redsnapdragon chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
That meeting was every teenager's nightmare. Funny stuff. And Charlie is kind of awesome.
| SailorV911 chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
haha. Now, if that is not just hilarious, I don't know what is! Charlie and Renee have been waiting for it for forever! lol. I have missed this story like crazy! Not so long for the next chapter, I hope!
| gossip-bangkok chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
ohh.. Charlie is soo cute in a way.. he knew that Edward and Bella are going to get together.. :)
Looking forward to more :)
| stories1 chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
oh wow haha! Charlie's revelation!
| Defiant-Chic chapter 9 . 9/10/2009
Aw, go Charlie! *high fives*
| nermalasu chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
i love it! all 3 of them get the father talk! and charlie and his trusty firearm! and they love each other! i can't wait until he tells her. great chapter, thanks so much for the update!
| cshorte chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
Great chapter! Yay they can be together!
| bhad chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
only TWO chapters? i thought we were going to see them back to school? oh well. i think i'm going to cry. can't you carry it on a little further? please?PLEASE?
| HopelessRomantic79 chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
Aw, I loved it, but really want more! I'm selfish. ;-) Can't wait for the ILYs (good and proper), and of course, some citrus! ;-)
| devadasi7 chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
bethany! i did a little happy dance when i saw this in my inbox! and of course, you never disappoint! i love the way carlisle dragged all the boys into the living room for a meeting...that was hysterical!
| ECownsme chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
| Lululuvstwilight chapter 9 . 9/9/2009
What a fabulous chapter! No yelling and ultimatums,just caring parents listening to and setting limits for their was a lot of humor as well. I really enjoyed the dialogue, and Edward's inner monologue. I am looking forward to the next chapter.

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Makes 8 servings
Serving Size: 1 slice
- 4 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup skim milk
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon or nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla
- 8 slices whole-wheat bread
- 1 tablespoon margarine
- 3 cups strawberries, sliced
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- Dash of ground cinnamon
- In a large bowl, beat eggs with a fork or whisk, then add milk, 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon, and vanilla. Beat until mixed well.
- Melt margarine in a large skillet on medium-high heat.
- Dip one slice of bread at a time in the egg mixture and turn over to coat both sides.
- Place in hot skillet. Use a spatula to turn bread. Cook each side until golden brown, about 2 minutes.
- To make fruit sauce, combine strawberries, syrup, and a dash of cinnamon. Mix well.
- Microwave fruit sauce for 30 seconds or until warm and stir.
- Spoon sauce over French toast immediately and serve.


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Obviously Sony are going to do more “Ghostbusters” films after next year’s reboot – directed by Paul Feig and starring Kristen Wiig and Melissa McCarthy- but most expected the first of the new follow-ups to be either that Channing Tatum/Russo Bros’ “Ghostbusters” spin-off film or one featuring the original cast. Seems it won’t be either.
According to Variety, an animated “Ghostbusters” film is in the works at Sony. Ivan Reitman will produce the film va his Montecito Picture Company with SPA president Kristine Belson and Michael Lachance overseeing the project on behalf of the studio.
While no plot details have been revealed, and it’s obviously early days, it’s speculated that the animated film might feature the original Ghostbusters, with Dan Aykroyd, Bill Murray and Ernie Hudson lending their voices to the project.

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Governor Wolf Launches Tour to Make College More Affordable
February 12, 2020
Governor Tom Wolf visited Lock Haven University today to launch a tour of the 14 state-owned universities and discuss his proposal to help thousands of low- and middle-class students afford their dream of a college education.
The governor is proposing the Nellie Bly Scholarship Program, a historic $204 million need-based scholarship that will close the gap after a student’s Pell Grant and other state grants to enroll in a Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education (PASSHE) university.
“The Nellie Bly Scholarship Program fills the gap after other aid programs so thousands of students can afford a college degree without crushing debt,” said Governor Wolf. “This scholarship would help students get a college degree and spend less time paying off student loans and more time building a career in Pennsylvania.”
The Nellie Bly Scholarship is a last-dollar-in program. To be eligible, students must enroll full-time in a PASSHE undergraduate program and qualify for a federal subsidized student loan. Students must commit to live in Pennsylvania after graduation for the same number of years they received the scholarship. If a student leaves the state early, they must repay the money. The program will be funded by repurposing revenues from the Horse Racing Development Fund annually.
“This is an investment in the future of our students and incentivizes them to stay in Pennsylvania after graduation,” said Governor Wolf. “With less college debt, graduates can buy a car and a home, start a family and save for retirement. The program also strengthens our public university system and creates a talented labor force that Pennsylvania needs to thrive.”
“The strength of Pennsylvania’s economy and the vibrancy of its communities depend so much on students who graduate with career-oriented, affordable degrees,” said PASSHE Chancellor Daniel Greenstein. “This program represents Gov. Tom Wolf’s commitment to our students and to maintaining public higher education as the engine of social mobility and economic development that it’s meant to be.”
“Access to a degree leads to life changing opportunities for our students that positions them for work in an ever-evolving economy, moves them into the middle class and beyond and builds stronger communities. But for too many of them the cost is beyond their reach,” said Lock Haven University President Robert M. Pignatello. “Governor Wolf’s Nellie Bly Scholarship Program recognizes this and makes a valuable investment in them and the future economic vitality of the commonwealth.”
The scholarship is named in honor of Nellie Bly, an Armstrong County native born in 1864. Bly attended the Indiana Normal School, now Indiana University of Pennsylvania, but left due to the cost. Bly became a pioneering journalist who helped to force reforms to the mental health care system in the early 20th century.
Nearly a century later, higher education remains too expensive for many low-income and middle-class families. The student loan debt for Pennsylvania residents is $68 billion, among the highest in the nation, averaging over $37,000 per student.
In addition to the $204 million for the Nellie Bly Scholarship Program, the governor’s budget invests in higher education with $12.9 million to support PASSHE’s system redesign and a $60 million increase for the Pennsylvania State Grant Program, which serves more than 130,000 students and will increase the maximum award to $4,700.
The Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education is the largest provider of higher education in the commonwealth with 95,000 students. In addition to Lock Haven University, the system includes Bloomsburg, California, Cheyney, Clarion, East Stroudsburg, Edinboro, Indiana, Kutztown, Mansfield, Millersville, Shippensburg, Slippery Rock, and West Chester.


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Happy Tuesday (actually, Monday evening, but still…Happy Day to you)!!
It felt wonderful to be able to cross things off my list this past week. I finished my Spiderman themed Urban Churn Dash Quilt top and came up with a name for it: Radioactive Consequences. I’m getting really excited about this quilt.
I also finished the quilt back for it, and it turned out better than I imagined. This week my sole focus is going to be this quilt. I plan on basting the quilt tomorrow and then I’ll be ready to start quilting on Friday. I hope to have it bound by next Tuesday so that I can have it in the mail by Wednesday in time for my nephew’s birthday.
This week’s To-Do list:
Baste the Spiderman quiltDone 3/3 Quilt the quiltDone 3/8
- Bind the quilt
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7 thoughts on “To-Do Tuesday 3-3-15 | Making Progress”
What a great name for the quilt, and the backing is awesome! I hope you have another productive week! 🙂
I squealed when I looked at those pictures. I knew this quilt was going to be fabulous, but it’s looking so much more fabulous than I’d imagined. I love the secondary design in the top and the pops of color and label on the back mixed with those awesome cameras is fantastic! CANNOT WAIT to see it once it’s all quilted and bound!
It’s turning out so amazing, right?! I’m blown away by it all. I keep telling Brad, “I can’t believe I’m making this. It’s so awesome!” If it weren’t for you mentioning the Urban Churn Dash Quilt along to me, this quilt wouldn’t even exist!! It’s totally inspired by you!
Perfection!!! ❤ everything about this quilt!
Thanks so much!! This is definitely one of my favorite quilts to date!
I love the name and how the solid colours just glow in your picture.
Thank you, Lisa!! I am pretty excited about this quilt. I’m anxious to start the quilting and see how it turns out!

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RKF has been named the exclusive agent for 46,500 s/f of retail space at 27-35 Jackson Avenue in Long Island City.
Director David Abrams, director Young Kim, and senior associate Alex Beard are marketing the opportunity on behalf of the owner, 27-35 Jackson Avenue LLC.
Located on the western block of Jackson Avenue, between 42nd Road & 43rd Avenue, the property consists of 24,000 s/f on the ground floor and 22,500 s/f on the second floor with 170 feet of frontage on Jackson Avenue and 75 feet of frontage on Hunter Street.
The building has 18-foot ceilings on the ground and 14-foot ceilings on the second floor. The retail space can be divided as small as 2,500 SF.
Formerly occupied by the U.S. Immigration Office, the property is near Academy of New Americans, Robert Wagner Jr. Institute schools, and the Court Square and Queensboro Plaza subway stations, which yield over 10 million in annual ridership.
It is bookended by new Tishman Speyer and Property Market Groups developments to the north, and 5Pointz and Rockrose developments to the south.
“For this property, we hope to secure one major tenant or a handful of strong smaller tenants to continue to add to the retail diversity of this in-demand neighborhood,” said Abrams.
He said the team is actively courting various retailers including grocery stores, gyms, sit-down or quick-service restaurants, home goods, clothing or furniture stores, pharmacies, or urgent care facilities.

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Calumet, MICH. – Calumet will take a big step forward in its neighborhood conservation and renewal strategy using a $33,000 housing development fund grant from the Michigan State Housing Development Authority.
“This money will be used to stabilize a significant building in Calumet’s national historic landmark district,” said Brain Mills, acting executive director for MSHDA.
City officials said they will use the grant to replace the roof of the building located at 512 Portland Street and remove the adjacent basement structure which will allow for off street parking for future upper floor tenants.
“I appreciate MSHDA’s commitment to helping revitalize Upper Peninsula communities,” said State Sen. Tom Casperson, R-Escanaba. “This grant will go a long way to helping Calumet further brighten its downtown, which could bring people and new investment to the village.”
The project is intended to address blight and decay, create opportunities for redevelopment and enhance the existing business climate, said local officials. They also anticipate opportunities for increasing the number and mix of housing options to satisfy a missing middle market demand in the area. It will also improve safety and security by improving a building that currently presents public safety challenges.
“Through this investment and partnership we will be one step closer to stabilizing property values and improving the health and welfare of our downtown,” said State Rep. Scott Dianda, D-Calumet. “I look forward to the new opportunities that are ahead for the Copper Country community.”
While this grant is intended for one building, there are more than a dozen other buildings in the village’s larger revitalization plan that will benefit low- and moderate-income residents in the area.
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World leaders reacted with sadness and horror at the assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe, who was shot Friday during a campaign speech in the town of Nara.
“I am stunned, outraged, and deeply saddened by the news that my friend Abe Shinzo, former Prime Minister of Japan, was shot and killed while campaigning,” Mr. Biden said in a formal statement. “This is a tragedy for Japan and for all who knew him.”
Former U.S. President Donald Trump, a frequent golf partner of Mr. Abe, called the tragedy “really bad news for the world.”
“He was a unifier like no other, but above all, he was a man who loved and cherished his magnificent country, Japan. Shinzo Abe will be greatly missed. There will never be another like him!” Mr. Trump wrote on his social media platform, Truth Social.
Grief over the shocking attack brought common ground to Russian President Vladimir Putin — who called Mr. Abe an “outstanding statesman” and sent a letter of condolences to his wife and mother — and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy, who decried the “horrible news.”
“I am extending my deepest condolences to his family and the people of Japan at this difficult time. This heinous act of violence has no excuse,” Mr. Zelenskyy tweeted.
Mr. Abe, 67, was fatally shot from behind while campaigning ahead of a parliamentary election. He was the longest-serving prime minister in Japanese history, serving from 2006 to 2007 and again from 2012 to 2020. Notably, he helped forge an Indo-Pacific alliance to deter China.
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken called his death “profoundly disturbing.”
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who worked with the U.S., Japan and Australia in the Quad alliance, called Mr. Abe a “towering global statesman, an outstanding leader, and a remarkable administrator.”
Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese said Mr. Abe was a “giant on the world stage” who had a profound and positive impact on Australia.
Boris Johnson, who one day earlier said he will step aside as U.K. prime minister, said he was “utterly appalled and saddened” to hear about the shooting.
“His global leadership through unchartered times will be remembered by many. My thoughts are with his family, friends and the Japanese people. The U.K. stands with you at this dark and sad time,” he wrote.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau, who sat at the same table as Mr. Abe for the Group of Seven nations meetings, called the assassination “incredibly shocking.”
“The world has lost a great man of vision, and Canada has lost a close friend. My thoughts are with his wife, Akie, and the people of Japan as they mourn this loss. You’ll be missed, my friend,” he tweeted.
Others pointed to the unusual nature of the attack in a country where gun violence is rare.
“My condolences to his family and the Japanese people. I know Japan as a peaceful, democratic country. This is also an attack on our fundamental values of free speech and democracy!” tweeted Jeppe Kofod, Denmark’s ministry of foreign affairs.
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APS to Conduct Hearing on Parent Concern Regarding Book "Death Note"
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The Albuquerque Public Schools will conduct a hearing on a parent’s concern about a book at 1 p.m., today, in the APS Library Services Office, 630-B Oak St. S.E.
The concern and request for a hearing was filed by Peggie Salazar, parent of a Volcano Vista High School student, regarding the book Death Note, by Tsuqumi Ohba, a Japanese author.
Ms. Salazar requested the hearing because of her concern that the book deals with killing. “The book talks about killing the bad guys, even though the death note is toward bad people, it is still killing and who the bad guy is could be different in everyone’s eyes,” Ms. Salazar wrote in her request for a hearing. “You never know what were the thoughts of the killer for the Columbine killings.”
Under the district’s procedural directive “Parental Concerns About Instructional Print and Non-Print Material,” it is required to schedule a hearing on the concern if it cannot be resolved at the school level. Conducting the hearing will be Tom Genne, director of APS Research, Deployment & Accountability. Also hearing the concern will be Debbie Macias, manager of APS Library Services; Jolanta Feliciano, librarian at Valley High School; Alma Rodriguez, librarian at Atrisco Heritage Academy High School; Kim Kinsey, pastor of Christ United Methodist Church; Ian Wilson, a local accountant; and Terri Brogden, a parent from Volcano Vista High School.
The committee will then make a recommendation to associate superintendent Eddie Soto and he will have 15 days to make a decision and let the parent know what that decision is.
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Journal : Psychiatry Research, Volume 228, Issue 3, 30 August 2015, Pages 560–564
Research has indicated that beliefs about inflated responsibility, beliefs about perceived control over anxiety-related events and reactions (anxiety control) and metacognitive beliefs about the need to control thoughts are associated with obsessive compulsive symptoms. In the current study we tested a mediation model of the interactions between these variables in predicting obsessive compulsive symptoms. Thirty-seven individuals with obsessive compulsive disorder and 31 controls completed the following self-report instruments: the Responsibility Attitude Scale, the Anxiety Control Scale, the Beliefs about Need to Control Thoughts sub-scale of the Metacognitions Questionnaire 30, and the Padua Inventory. Mann-Whitney U tests revealed that participants in the clinical group scored significantly higher than those in the non-clinical group on all variables. In the mediation model we found that the relationship between beliefs about inflated responsibility and obsessive compulsive symptoms was fully mediated by anxiety control and beliefs about the need to control thoughts. These findings provide support for the significant role played by beliefs about control in predicting the severity of obsessive compulsive symptoms.


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Roberson's defensive and rebounding prowess are what got him drafted 26th overall in the first round this past summer, by the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Roberson is irreplaceable. Nobody on this year's roster can replicate what he did on the court last year.
But someone has to fill the void. Sophomore Josh Scott is filling the void. The 20-plus pounds of added weight is paying dividends for the 6-foot-10, 245 pound Scott.
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Colorado averaged 37 rebounds a game as a team last year. They're currently averaging 40 rebounds per game this year. Yes, it's a very small sample size. But Roberson's absence hasn't hurt Colorado so far, rebounding-wise.
Scott has also shown glimpses of being a solid defensive big man, in a non-traditional way. Spencer Dinwiddie chimed in.
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Our oceans are choking on plastic pollution. Around 10-million tonnes annually, in fact, and that figure is only increasing. Each year in Australia, 130,00 tonnes of plastic end up in our waterways and marine environments. It’s estimated that 100,000 marine mammals and turtles, not to mention one million seabirds, are killed by marine plastic pollution.
With the mission to change the world’s attitude to plastic consumption within a generation, Plastic Oceans Australasia (POA) was established to show people how to live without single-use plastic.
“POA provides information and education and conducts research to raise awareness of the problems of plastic waste in the environment,” explains Ricki Hersburgh, Executive Director at Plastic Oceans Australasia.
Hersburgh was appointed by Jo Ruxton, the founder of Plastic Oceans UK, now known as Ocean Generation. She also produced the documentary A Plastic Ocean, which was endorsed by Sir David Attenborough.
Hersburgh’s job was to establish the Plastic Oceans Foundation operations in the Asia-Pacific region. POA launched at Parliament House in Canberra in August 2017, where the now award-winning A Plastic Ocean was screened.
Hersburgh is perfectly equipped for the role of executive director. In the 1980s, her father ran one of the first plastic recycling plants in Victoria. Before the advent of sorting technology, she worked in the yard, sifting through the waste by hand. It made a tremendous impact on her life and career. “That was 25-odd years ago when I started my journey,” she says.
“My parents were ahead of their time. Recycling was seen as a bit of a hippy thing to do – certainly not something I admitted to my friends at school.”
After graduation, Hersburgh acquired a diverse professional and academic background. She worked her way through the ranks to senior management positions in organisations including the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), Greening Australia, the Urban Development Institute of Australia (UDIA) and Hilton International Hotels Group.
“I was working in Hong Kong when I met Jo Ruxton, so reached out to her – it was the era when hotels had just started to adopt the reduce, recycle, reuse approach.
“In conjunction with Jo, I initiated a community engagement program called Healthy Oceans to raise awareness about pollution issues facing Hong Kong Harbour. Never did I think that a few years later, I would head up POA.”
Hersburgh felt compelled to take up the mantle in our region, extending the message to reach every sector about the urgency of the POA’s mission.
“The fastest way to activate change is to get young people involved. It encourages others to walk the talk and be part of our innovative, creative programs that reach out to the community, businesses, government – everyone!”
“Our programs are core to this mission – they address the root cause of single-use plastic consumption and show people the path to positive behavioural change.”
The barrage of information in the media and images that may be overwhelming for most people doesn’t help. However, according to Hersburgh, “There are three main barriers: it’s not my problem; I don’t have the information or time to know how to deal with it; and apathy.”
Devising and delivering relevant, fun programs is therefore crucial. One of the successful POA programs that has been implemented and evolved over the past five years is the national school program. There’s also the ongoing scientific research conducted by the POA Technical Advisory Panel team, which draws on data from several national and international universities and research centres.”
“Everything we deliver is based on science, research and peer-reviewed evidence,” asserts Hersburgh, adding that their objectives had been gaining traction as the world became more aware of the impact of single-use plastics.
That was until the pandemic struck.
“People were becoming accustomed to using cloth bags, retailers stopped giving out disposable bags, straws were being phased out. Then COVID arrived, and it was a case of one step forward, two back – there has been a marked increase in plastic consumption.
“During the pandemic, the use of plastic masks, disposable packaging and single-use cups have all increased exponentially, and estimates suggests it’s a 33-percent increase across the globe. In the UK alone, it is estimated that 29 million masks per month were being disposed of – and that was back in August 2020.”
But the up side, be it ever so slight, is that the pandemic has escalated the visibility of issues surrounding plastic. “Now, more than ever, people are becoming conscious of plastic waste. It’s obvious, everywhere we look,” says Hersburgh.
“There are so many small things we can do every day that result in huge changes, such as reusable cups, compostable wraps, beeswax wraps, wax paper, tin foil and reusable containers.”
Like everyone else, POA has had to work with closed borders and curtailed travel.
“When we couldn’t deliver face-to-face training and school programs, we adapted and delivered webinars to over 1,000 people. Our education programs via Zoom reached more than 17,500 students.
“On World Picnic Day on 8 June, we initiated Picnics Unwrapped, a month-long campaign that was launched in September in Australia, to capture our springtime and inspire people to host a picnic without single-use plastic packaging. We appointed celebrities, influencers and student ambassadors to spread the word.”
Expanding its focus in 2022, POA is inviting all boat owners, captains, crew and guests alike to take up the creative challenge and enter the 2022 Oceans in Motion Film Competition.
“The Oceans in Motion initiative began two years ago to recognise the United Nations’ Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development,” explains Hersburgh.
“We’re rolling it out in 2022 to encourage everyone connected to the water to show us how they are working towards reducing single-use plastic items on their boat by the way of a short film.”
The competition is free to enter and open to everyone in the Australasian region. Expressions of Interest are required by 21 March 2022. Film entries, no longer than ten minutes, must be submitted in .mp4, .avi or .mov file format by 21 September 2022.
Judged by an independent panel, the top three entries will be named Ocean in Motion Australasia inaugural winners. There will be exceptional prizes to honour their films around the region in 2023.
“It can be a documentary style or a public service announcement, serious or funny, live action or animated – it’s up to you! Oceans in Motion is open to the entire local fleet – ferries, charter yachts and commercial vessels, superyachts, sailors, owners, crew and guests,” says Hersburgh. “It’s time to get on board!”


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Claire Lynch is a pioneer who continually pushes the boundaries of the bluegrass genre and is well recognized as a creative force in acoustic music. The current Claire Lynch Band is a powerful quartet that has the innate ability to perfectly interpret the beauty, subtlety and sophistication of Claire’s music.
Claire’s career is fittingly bookended by two IBMA Female Vocalist of the Year awards. In 2010 she was awarded this in recognition of her current work with the Claire Lynch Band, and previously in 1997 for her influential work with the Front Porch String Band and as a solo artist.
Claire grew up in Kingston, N.Y. until the age of 12, when the family moved to Huntsville in northern Alabama. There she began her education in country music and got caught up in the bluegrass revival of the 1970's.
As a songwriter, her tunes have been recorded by such luminaries as Patty Loveless, The Seldom Scene, Cherryholmes, Kathy Mattea, the Whites and Stephanie Davis. She also became a much sought-after session vocalist.She sang harmony on “The Grass is Blue” and “Little Sparrow” for Dolly Parton with whom she also toured as backup vocalist. Dolly has described Claire as "one of the sweetest, purest and best lead voices in the music business today." She graced albums by other artists with her background vocals including Emmylou Harris, Linda Ronstadt, Pam Tillis, Alison Brown, Patty Loveless, Kathy Mattea and Ralph Stanley.
She formed her own Claire Lynch Band in 2005 and has consistently been a top pick of prestigious publications, critics and audiences ever since. Her aptly named “New Day” CD was a hit on the bluegrass charts and earned her IBMA nominations for “Song of the Year” and “Female Vocalist of the Year.” In 2007, Rounder Records featured her brilliant catalogue of music from her previous five albums on their label and titled the anthology collection, “Crowd Favorites”. More IBMA nominations followed as well as an induction into the Alabama Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame.
“Whatcha Gonna Do,” Claire’s most recent release (2009) showcased Lynch's award-winning vocals and the instrumental brilliance of her four-piece band — described by The Bluegrass Blog as what may be “the best backing lineup of her career.” After a busy touring schedule in 2010, Claire received three IBMA nominations including “Song of the Year” and “Recorded Event of the Year,” winning the 2010 trophy for Female Vocalist of the Year.
The current Claire Lynch Band has Claire animated and energized. Her career has come full circle - once again, she’s a creative powerhouse at the top of her game, performing with one of the sharpest and most exciting post-modern bluegrass bands of the current decade.
"Her original songs display her gifts as a songwriter of uncommon skill, and her outside song choices reinforce her artistic self, one who feels deeply about home, family, strength, resilience and courage."
( Mary Chapin Carpenter)
“She’s an intensely soulful singer, whose distinctive voice resonates with power and strength, yet retains an engaging innocence and crystalline purity. She’s also a songwriter of extraordinary ability who can bring listeners to their feet with her buoyant rhythms or to their knees with her sometimes almost unbearably poignant and insightful lyrics.” (Bluegrass Now)


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The McCarthy couple from Auckland, New Zealand, adopted Simon from the SPCA shelter when he had three legs, but they fell so hard in love with him that they had failed to notice he was missing a leg. Robert, Simon's dad, told the site Love Meow:
However, things took a turn for the worse when the 3-legged tomcat was attacked by the neighbors' dog, leading to an open fracture in his front left paw. His humans immediately took him to theVeterinary Specialist Group (VSG), but after emergency surgery the doctors noticed that his leg wasn't healing.
They had no choice but to amputate Simon's remaining left leg, as it was the only way they could save his life. But the feline did not complain. He purred every time one of the doctors gave him a cuddle and seemed to be healing well.
The incredible kitty took only a few days to recover, before he was bouncing around his home with only two legs. It was as if nothing had changed - he managed to get around without any trouble at all. Robert continued:
He has the most awesome personality and is very chatty and cuddly. We have never thought of Simon as a 'special' cat, just our lovely Simon. It wasn't until we shared the video and saw the thousands of responses that we realized what a star he is.
So the McCarthy's made a special Facebook page for their superstar pet, called Simon's "All Right". You can follow it to see adorable photos and videos of the brave, resilient and inspirational kitty. You can watch the full video of Simon's journey below:
At Holidog, we aim to improve the lives of your furry friends. Enjoy your holidays with peace of mind, knowing your pet is in great hands (find a petsitter near you) and spoil them with our monthly subscription box filled with yummy treats and toys (get your free box here). You can count on us!

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GIF – Graphics Interchange Format: GIF is a graphics image format widely used on the Internet. It is a convenient format due to its versatility and support for different browsers and operating systems. The images are in bitmap image format and are compressed for easy downloading when accessing web pages.
GPS – Global Positioning System: GPS is a navigation system used to determine a current location. A GPS system is satellite-based and comprised of a satellite network located in orbit powered by a radio signals. GPS systems can be used as a standalone device for guidance when travelling or they can be located in mobile phones and other portable devices.
GPU – Graphics Processing Unit: A GPU is an electronic circuit located inside your computer that helps to speed up the production of images to enable them to be viewed on a display screen. GPUs are built into a large variety of devices including laptops, mobile devices, gaming consoles, and more, to facilitate the processing or graphics and images.
GUI – Graphical User Interface: A GUI is a technology that facilitates interaction between electronic devices using image icons as opposed to text commands. A GUI is typically present in portable devices, gaming devices, and media players and works through the modification of visual indicators.
HTML – Hypertext Markup Language: HTML is a markup language which is designed to be read by web browsers such as Internet Explorer, Mozilla, Google Chrome, and others. The language is used to design web pages and describes how objects and text should appear when the page is viewed in a web browser.
HTTP – Hypertext Transfer Protocol: HTTP is a standard protocol used for data communications on the Internet. The standard is used for request and response such as when you type in a website domain address to access a specific website. Your browser is requesting access to the website and the server responds by displaying the web page.
HTTPS – Hypertext Transport Protocol Secure: Similar to HTTP, HTTPS is a standard protocol used for data communication in the form of request and response. The difference is HTTPS provides a secure connection, often symbolised by a padlock, from your browser to a server to protect sensitive information such as the transfer of credit card data when you make an online purchase.
IEEE – Institute Of Electrical And Electronics Engineers: The IEEE is an organisation that consists of members of the Institute of Radio Engineers and the American Institute of Electrical Engineers. The primary purpose of IEEE is to define standards for electronic and wireless communications to create a global uniform standard that allows devices of all types to connect to electronics and wireless technologies.
IGP – Interior Gateway Protocol: IGP is a standard protocol which is used for routing data between multiple Local Area Networks (LAN). The data is then used by an IP network protocol to determine how data transmissions should be routed within the network.
IM – Instant Message: IM is the process of sending text messages in real-time using an Internet connection. The messages can also be transmitted within an organisation over a Local Area Network (LAN). IM is also known as online chat and involves sending short messages over a network connection.
ISP – Internet Service Provider: An ISP is a provider of Internet connection services to provide businesses and individual households with access to the Internet. ISPs typically use an array of technologies such as satellite or cable to offer Internet access to their customers.
JPEG – Joint Photographic Experts Group: JPEG is a digital image format commonly used in digital photography. The JPEG format is a lossy compression format and is the most commonly used format for transmitting images over the Internet.
JRE – Java Runtime Environment: A JRE works with the Java Virtual Machine which hosts valid class files created in the Java Virtual Machine language. Java is a programming language that supports many objects embedded in websites. Without JRE, some of the website components may not work unless Java is installed on your computer from the Sun Microsystems Java website.
KB – Kilobyte: KB refers to a unit of digital information. One KB is the equivalent of 1000 bytes and refers to a specific file size of information.
KBPS – Kilobits Per Second: KBPS refers to a specific rate of data transfer over a network connection. One kilobit is the equivalent to 1000 bits per second which is a slower connection than Mbps (megabits per second) and GBps (gigabytes per second).
LAN – Local Area Network: A LAN is a network that connects a series of computers together to enable the devices to communicate with one another. Local Area Networks are limited to a specific area such as a business, corporation, school, or other. Devices outside of the LAN are unable to use the LAN to connect with devices on the LAN.
LCD – Liquid Crystal Display: LCD refers to a display that contains liquid crystal properties. LCD displays can include televisions, digital signage, computer monitors, and more. The liquid crystals do not directly give off light and instead, use light modulation properties for energy efficiency.
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Maserati has announced that it will not be using solid-state battery technology in its vehicles for the time being. Solid-state batteries are one of the most discussed technologies in the automotive industry, as they have the potential to be lighter, safer, and offer longer-lasting and faster-charging batteries than traditional lithium-ion batteries.
However, despite the potential benefits of solid-state batteries, they are still in the early stages of development, and there are several challenges that need to be overcome before they can be used in passenger vehicles. Maserati has stated that it will continue to monitor the development of solid-state batteries and may consider using them in the future once the technology has matured.
In the meantime, Maserati is focusing on developing its current electric vehicle technology, which includes lithium-ion batteries. The company recently launched the Maserati GranTurismo, its first all-new GT car in over a decade, which will be powered by a traditional lithium-ion battery. Maserati has also announced plans to introduce hybrid and electric versions of all its models by 2025, as part of its commitment to sustainable mobility.
According to Davide Danesin, who led the development of the new Maserati GranTurismo, the current solid-state battery technology does not offer the level of performance that Maserati customers expect from their cars. While solid-state batteries are lighter and potentially safer than traditional lithium-ion batteries, they may not provide the power and fast discharge times that are needed to support high-performance electric drive modules (EDMs) in Maserati vehicles.
Stellantis, the parent company of Maserati, has expressed its belief in solid-state battery technology and has stated that it plans to focus on this technology for its electric cars of the future. It remains to be seen which Stellantis brand will be the first to adopt solid-state battery technology in its vehicles.


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Lorenzo set for tests on hand after hospital visit
New Honda MotoGP rider Jorge Lorenzo went to hospital in Verona on Saturday afternoon with severe hand pain, and is set for further tests to discount any possible injury.
According to local newspaper Il Corriere del Venetto, Lorenzo showed up in the emergency room of the Clínica Peschiera de Garda due to the pain he was suffering in one hand.
The Spaniard was discharged two hours later, but is set for further tests on Monday to fully establish the severity of the problem.
Regardless, the injury does not appear to be linked to the heavy crash Lorenzo suffered last year in Thailand that caused him to miss four races.
Lorenzo is due to make his first public appearance as a Honda rider on Wednesday at the Repsol Honda team launch in Madrid alongside new teammate Marc Marquez.
Shortly afterwards, he will travel to Malaysia for the opening pre-season test of 2019, assuming doctors give him the all-clear on Monday.
Marquez is also in the process of recovering from his shoulder operation he underwent in early December ahead of the Sepang test.
Jorge Lorenzo, Repsol Honda Team
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Petrucci: No "rush" to earn 2020 Ducati seat
Lorenzo to require surgery after fracture diagnosis

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The Ling Awards take home their first national film festival award!
The recipient of Best Picture at the 2016 Ling Awards has just been given an Award of Distinction at the Canada Shorts Film Festival. This marks the Ling Awards first national film festival award.
Congratulations to all who were involved in the production!
See 'Un Amour Dangereux' by Greg Paterson below.


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What a beautiful weekend it was!
Chicago was just as wonderful as I remembered: the lake, the city skyline, the food, even the people. I’ve been to New York City, Austin, Dallas, Washington D.C., and now Chicago twice – and I was so impressed by how clean the city was, and how friendly the people were! Definitely want to go back again and take Daniel with me next time.
This trip was a “just-for-fun” trip with some of my family, so our itinerary was basically whatever we wanted to do. That was the easy part.
But first I had to actually GET there.
Which, incredibly, was a lot harder than you would expect.
(SPOILER ALERT: I made it to Chicago, I just took the scenic route.)
First off: Wednesday night, I did that whole “go-to-bed-later-than-I-wanted-because-I-waited-too-long-to-start-actually-packing” thing. My flight left at 9:00 am, so I planned to leave the house just before 6:00, which would supposedly get me to the airport around 7:30.
I filled my car up with gas, turned up the radio, and had a grand old time on my way to Dallas. I watched the sun come up and thought how lucky I was that the roads were so clear. *eye roll* Wishful thinking. I got about 8 miles away from the airport and BAM – standstill traffic. My panic grew with each passing minute. I finally made it out of the gridlock just in time to make it to a nearly full airport parking lot and spent 10 more precious minutes driving around trying to find a parking space. I walked what felt like two miles to the shuttle station and managed to catch the shuttle right as it was about to leave.
When the bus dropped me off, I became one of those people I used to make fun of: the frantic, hair-flying-everywhere people who run through the airport. I literally ran through the airport.
I stood in the slowest moving line ever, then noticed that I had completely passed up the self-serve check-in kiosks. I scooted out of line, walked up to the nearest screen, and punched in my record locator.
“Unfortunately, the time allowance for checking baggage has expired for your flight.”
I pulled a uniformed guy over.
“Is this real? Is this a thing??” I instantly realized how stupid I looked for asking.
“Yeah, umm…you can stand in that line and see if maybe they can still check it.”
Oh okay, so the line I was just in that now has 12 other people in it? Cool.
Time check: it’s 8:18.
After standing in line for 20 MINUTES, I get up to the counter to find out that not only can’t I check my luggage, I can’t make the flight at all. I was put on standby and told that the next flight to Chicago left in two hours. It was all I could do not to burst into tears right there in front of this blue-blazer-wearing lady who didn’t even look the tiniest bit sorry.
So I did what any normal human would do and cheered myself up with Auntie Anne’s.
I waited for two hours next to my second gate, feeling guilty for hoping that somebody else would be late just like I was so that I could have their seat. I walked up to the desk to double check that I was on the standby list and was told very rudely to wait. So I did. I watched everyone board. I watched the standby list for my name. When everyone had left the waiting area, I walked up to the desk.
“Hi, umm…I’ve been on standby, and I just wondered if there were any seats left.”
The lady shook her hand impatiently, waving me off. “No, this flight is full. You’ll have to take another one.” She printed off my third ticket of the day and told me my gate was on the opposite side of the airport. *facepalm*
After my leisurely stroll through DFW, I walked up to my third counter and explained my situation. I had a guy this time, and he was the nicest person I talked to all morning. He tapped on his computer for a little while.
Looking at me, he said the seven most beautiful words I have ever heard:
“Here you go – you have a seat!”
I wanted to fall on the ground with relief. “OH MY GOSH I LOVE YOU.”
The people in in line behind me tittered. I took my ticket and walked to a bench, content to wait the next hour and a half knowing that I would, in fact, make it to Chicago and not be stuck in DFW for the rest of my weekend.
Just before I boarded, I noticed I had a window seat. I half-smiled, thinking, “Thanks, God! You know I love window seats.”
Then I got on the plane.
I had a window seat, all right! I laughed out loud. I didn’t even care though – I was so glad to finally be on a plane, ANY plane.
That’s one of my better travel stories to date! I had never missed a flight before this trip, and it was not an experience I hope to repeat! I think it’s safe to say I’ll be at the airport three hours early from now on.
Keep an eye out – I’ll be posting more pictures from the trip soon!
To read about the rest of this trip, visit these posts:
Chicago: Part II
Chicago: Part III
What’s your craziest travel story?
5 thoughts on “Chicago: Part I”
I love it! And your full confession at being THAT person who ran through the airport, flat out funny! . SO the funniest thing ever, because NO ONE person ever wants to be THAT traveler, but even so every airport has one or two on each day they are open. Hilarious! I have an awesome TSA story…
I am smiling….sorry that happened to you. My sick sense of humor just kicked in. Steve and I learned a lesson too……make sure you have at least 3-4 hours to clear customs in the US. Yep, we were running here and there and standing in multiple lines. It is not easy to run to each line with tons of baggage and an incredible sunburn. And yes, the skytrain that eventually took us to our #justclosedgate5minutesago#….ugh. We had to spend the night at a motel and leave out at the only flight open….a 7am flight. Of course, we did not sleep much either! Keep writing my dear, you are quite captivating.

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