Autumn Festival in Vinkovci
The designated Croatian Prime Minister Andrej Plenković welcomes the delegation from Ulm as part of the Autumn Festival of Vinkovci.
TCC Danubius was represented by the CEO Dr. Heike Burghard.
3rd Trade Fair and Conferences - RENEXPO® BiH
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On the State reception for the fair "IFAT" in the Munich Residenz the Bavarian Minister for environmental and consumer protection, Ms. Ulrike Scharf, congratulates TCC to the successful activities in Croatia.
Signing of Letter of Cooperation with DWA
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Meeting with Federal Minister Dr. Gerd Müller
Visit from the Federal Minister Dr. Gerd Müller in the Danube Office in Ulm...
Dr. Gerd Müller, Federal Minister for Economic Cooperation and Development, was on 09 February 2015, a guest at the Danube Office Ulm / Neu-Ulm. Dr. Heike Burghard presented during this visit TCC Danubius EEIG.
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Howell Officials Say Drag Queen Event Was HAPRA Decision
July 10, 2021
By Jessica Mathews & Jon King / email@example.com
Howell city officials are distancing themselves from a sold-out Drag Queen Bingo show being held in conjunction with the Howell Melon Festival next month.
A press release on Friday by the City of Howell said officials were recently made aware of concerns regarding the event. Complaints began after Livingston County Republican Party Chair Meghan Reckling posted on Facebook that it was “disappointing” to see the event happening in Livingston County, saying Melon Fest is supposed to be a family-friendly event and not one that should be “sexualized.” The post further encouraged people to contact the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority or HAPRA.
The City’s press release states the event does not violate city policies and that as a charter-mandated non-partisan entity, it consistently embraces diversity in all forms. The City says it has a robust anti-discrimination policy that values the rights and equality of all people. Specifically included in the policy is the City’s support of fair and equal treatment for the gay and transgender community.
However, it goes on to say the decision to program the “Drag Queen Bingo” event was a decision made by HAPRA. The show takes place on Saturday night, August 14th, and is for those age 21 and up. It’s already sold out with a lengthy waiting list and a portion of the funds going to benefit the Pride Alliance of Livingston and the Livingston Diversity Council.
HAPRA Director Tim Church told WHMI they understand there are mixed feelings regarding the decision - there are community members who want to enjoy an entertaining adult show and others who disagree with it. He said they want to provide a safe and inclusive environment for all who live and visit the Howell area and everyone should celebrate the community together. Church commented further they do not support hate or want to create an environment for hate and will be working to address concerns. He noted that they plan on allowing the event, although the venue will more than likely change.
Church’s full statement is attached, along with the City's release.

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A dear, kind, erudite, blast of a friend from my beloved Savannah, GA, who, at the bright young age of 24, has more style, intellect, talent, and wisdom than most men twice his age.
And who is an avid, voracious reader, who I have somehow - potentially, with any luck - hooked on my never-ending fascination with these Everyman's Library literary gems!
So, 10 Down, 390 + to go! ;) A lifetime of incredible reading and knowledge to be captured in this literary venture. It's an absolute pleasure having another dear friend care so much about the importance of reading - and again, to have such a talented literary mind along for the ride!
And without further ado, welcome to William's virtual Everyman's Library collection!
Can't say that I am the world's biggest poetry fan, but Troy won't stop sending me these damn Everyman's Library Pocket Poets that he thinks I will like....and so, here we are - me dabbling in some poetry!
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Where Cozy (and Charitable) Meet Chic:
Housed in a sunny loft in the ultra-trendy Oberkampf neighborhood, Merci is one of the few concept stores in Paris to cultivate a cozy atmosphere-- couches, reading areas and a tearoom attest to it. But Merci, which has only been around for a couple of years, manages to keep avant-garde stripes. From classics like Yves Saint Laurent to creations from young local designers, the store offers a selection that will sate both the religiously fashionable and the occasional dabbler. It's also all in a good cause: profits made by the store are donated to organizations fighting poverty among children, particularly in Madagascar.
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Main Departments at Merci:
Men's and Women's Fashion: Merci has a large selection of men and women's fashion, and the collection mixes new and vintage threads. Some of the pieces have been created especially for Merci by young, promising designers. You'll also find classics from designers like YSL and Stella McCartney.
Home Furnishings, Jewelry and Fragrance: On the ground floor, hand-made home furnishings and trinkets dominate. There's also a selection of hand-crafted designer jewelry and an Annick Goutal fragrance shop-in-shop.
Florist: On the second floor, a florist offers a selection of seasonal blooms.
The Tearoom and Library:
One of the more alluring attributes of this concept shop is their cozy tearoom and reading area. A large back room furnished with tables and couches can be very inviting after shopping, and loungers can borrow from a large selection of books while they nurse their coffee or nibble on savory or sweet tartines.

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It's hard to believe that it has now been seven years since Christian pop/rock sensation MercyMe came charging onto the music scene earning countless fans with their smash hit, "I Can Only Imagine." Rather than being a mere one-hit-wonder, the band turned into one of the genre's most popular acts by selling millions of records, garnering numerous awards, filling up venues, and dominating the radio waves.
After years of consistent success at radio and retail outlets, it seems the MercyMe guys have gotten the art of creating a well-received album down to a science. All That Is Within Me sticks closely with the formula that has seemed to work for them for years. Over all, the album is beautifully crafted featuring smooth production and strong musicianship. Still, no new musical ground is broken. All the songs are enjoyable, but they're nothing fresh or original. The lyrics are solid, but are nothing particularly catchy or creative.
"Goodbye Ordinary" gets things started on MercyMe's latest project. With just enough driving guitar licks and edge in frontman Bart Millard's voice, it has the potential to be a new fan favorite and hit at radio. This opening track transitions seamlessly into the upbeat "Time Has Come," which also exhibits just as much hit potential as the first song. Most of the tracks from All That Is Within Me have more of a rock vibe to them than soft ballad sound of previous chart toppers "I Can Only Imagine" and "Word of God Speak." In fact, many of the tunes have such a similar feel that, at first listen, it is hard to separate one from another. But the more the listener engages in the record, the more it becomes an easily enjoyable disc to listen to. "Sanctified" and "Grace Tells A Different Story," as well as "All Right," are pleasantly, but comfortably, classified in the adult contemporary category. The acoustic guitar based "Finally Home" fills the void of the "ballad about getting to heaven" spot we've come to expect from MercyMe.
All That Is Within Me is a very strong, solid album, but nothing out of the ordinary. However, the clean production from Brown Bannister and the excellent skills of each band member compensate for anything that feels like it may be missing. It is sure to be a hit with listeners and further solidify MercyMe's place at the forefront of the contemporary Christian music scene.- Review date: 11/18/07, written by Lauren Summerford
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MAN SHALL NOT LIVE BY BREAD ALONE, BUT BY EVERY WORD THAT PROCEEDS FROM THE MOUTH OF GOD…
Every time Jesus responds to the three temptations of the devil in the wilderness he quotes from Deuteronomy. “Man shall not live by bread alone”—Deuteronomy 8:3; “You shall not tempt the Lord your God”—Deuteronomy 6:16; and “You shall worship the Lord your God and him only shall you serve”—Deuteronomy 6:13.
We feel like we are always so busy, but others are busy too. However, we always feel like our life is missing something, and others always seem happy. What I mean is we are always working and working, with only time to eat and sleep. Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God” [Deuteronomy 8:3; Matthew 4:4; Luke 4:4]. Physical nourishment is not sufficient for a healthy life; MAN also has spiritual needs. The man does not live by bread alone means that human beings need more than the simple necessities to keep them biologically alive, they need things that feed them mentally, spiritually, aesthetically, and they need things that give their lives meaning. I feel like without having time for God, I’m missing out on something very important. This sentiment may be found in several places in the Bible, in the Old Testament and the New Testament. In a passage in Deuteronomy 8: 2-3: “And he humbled thee, and suffered thee to hunger, and fed thee with manna, which thou knewest not, neither did thy fathers know; that he might make thee know that man doth not live by bread only, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of the Lord doth man live.” Jesus Christ reiterated this sentiment in his teachings and practice, as found in the Gospel of Matthew 4:4 & Luke 4:4: “But he answered and said, it is written, Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceedeth out of the mouth of God.”
It means that, although man lives in a physical body, what gives him life, what allows his physical body to live and breathe, is not food, but all the words uttered by the mouth of God. On the one hand, man regards these words as truth. The words give him faith, make him feel that he can depend on God, that God is truth. On the other hand, is there a practical aspect to these words? There is. Why? Because the Lord Jesus has fasted for 40 days and nights and He is still standing there, still alive. Is this an illustration? The point here is that He has not eaten anything, any food for 40 days and nights. He is still alive. This is the powerful evidence behind His phrase. … This truth, this phrase—whether its content is long or short—it can let man live, give him life; it can enable man to find, within itself, truth, clarity about life’s journey, and enable him to have faith in God.”
2.0 EVIDENCES OF PEOPLE LIVED WITHOUT BREAD OR WATER
The intertestamental book of The Life of Adam and Eve 6:1 reveals that Adam engaged in a forty-day fast in penitence for his fall (the Slavonic adds that Eve fasted forty-four days). In Deuteronomy 9:9 we read Moses fasted for 40 days and 40 nights when he went up to Mount Sinai for the first set of tablets. It says, “When I was gone up into the mount to receive the tables of stone, even the tables of the covenant which the LORD made with you, then I abode in the mount forty days and forty nights, I neither did eat bread nor drink water”. In Exodus 34:28 & Deuteronomy 9:18 we read Moses fasted 40 days and 40 nights when he went up to mount Sinai to get the second set of the Ten Commandments. It says, “And Moses was there with the LORD forty days and forty nights; he did neither eat bread, nor drink water. And he wrote upon the tables the words of the covenant, the ten commandments. In I Kings 19:8 we read that After Elijah had slain the prophets of Jezebel, he fled for his life to Mount Horeb, where he fasted for 40 days and 40 nights. It says, “And he arose, and did eat and drink, and went in the strength of that meat forty days and forty nights unto Horeb the mount of God”. This indicates that he did not eat or drink during these forty days and nights. In 1 Samuel 30:12 we read, David lived without bread and water for three days and three nights. It says, “And they gave him a piece of a cake of figs, and two clusters of raisins: and when he had eaten, his spirit came again to him: for he had eaten no bread, nor drunk any water, three days and three nights”. We read in Esther 4:15-16, that the queen told her uncle Mordecai: “Go, gather all the Jews who are present in Sushan, and fast for me; neither eat nor drink for three days, night or day. My maids and I will fast likewise.
In Matthew 4:1-2; Mark 1:12-13 & Luke 4:1-2 we read, “Then was Jesus led up of the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted of the devil. And when he had fasted forty days and forty nights, he was afterward hungered. Acts 9:9 reveals, in fact Paul fasted by abstaining from food and drink for three days, it says, “And he was three days without sight, and neither did eat nor drink”.
3.0 GOD TAKE CARES OF OUR DAILY LIVING [BREAD]
In the Old Testament (especially in Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy and Joshua) we read Israelites got out of Egypt, they wandered in the wilderness for 40 years. They neither sowed nor reaped, and didn’t labour for themselves anything to eat, yet because they truly believed in God and relied on Him, God provided them with manna every day, so that they survived. In 1 Kings we read about the prophet Elijah, in order to escape the pursuit of Ahab, hid himself in the valley, where there was nothing to eat. But because of his belief in the words of God and real faith in Him, God sent ravens to bring him bread and flesh. Later, he came to a widow woman, who believed the words of God told by Elijah and made a cake for Elijah with a handful of flour and a little oil in her house. At last her barrel and cruse were always full, which had sustained Elijah, her son and herself for more than three years. From these we can see that, if we have real faith and trust in God’s words and obey His words, God will care for and protect us, and bestow upon us all the necessities for our existence, including the food that sustains our lives in the flesh. Therefore, although man’s life in the flesh needs food, it is God’s words that are the provision for man’s life and its continuation, and only God’s words are the guarantee that ensures man’s survival.
In Matthew 6: 24-34 & Luke 12:22-31 Jesus says, “Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes? …. For the pagans run after all these things, and your heavenly Father knows that you need them. But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. Therefore, do not worry about tomorrow, for tomorrow will worry about itself. Each day has enough trouble of its own. In John 6: 25-59 we read, then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.
Looking back, our forefathers, Adam and Eve, didn’t obey the words of God and ate the fruit from the tree of the knowledge of good and evil which God commanded them not to eat, and as a result, death came upon them. Job practiced the way of fearing God and shunning evil according to God’s words all his life, so he ultimately stood witness in the midst of temptation and overcame Satan. Though he was stripped of all by Satan, he stood witness before Satan and didn’t lose real faith in God. Thus, God’s blessings came upon him, and he got twice as much as he had before, and God called him a perfect man.
4.0 PROVISION OF GOD’S WORDS
Therefore, if man doesn’t have real faith in God, receives no provision of God’s words, and is not equipped with the truth, even if he stuffs his stomach to the brim, he is still little more than a corpse. Money and food cannot keep man from the disaster. Without being equipped with the truth, man cannot stand fast when he is tried. For example, Peter toiled all the night and took nothing, but after he obeyed and believed the Lord Jesus’ words, he enclosed a great multitude of fishes. (Luke 5:3-11) All the facts prove that man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God. When all the words that proceed out of the mouth of God have become man’s life and living out, man has obtained the truth, as God’s words are the truth, the way, and the life, and the basis for man’s existence. God says: “God Himself is life, and the truth, and His life and truth coexist. Those who are incapable of gaining the truth shall never gain life.”
Now I have a deep realization of the word of God: “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God” (Matthew 4:4). Sometimes when I haven’t read God’s words for several days, though I eat and dress well, my whole body is weak and limp and my spirit feels dark, painful, and distressed. When I distance myself from God and disobey His requirements, though the food is not lacking, I am reproached and accused inside, feel restless, or do not even want to live. On the contrary, when I pay attention to reading and practicing God’s words every day, the work of the Holy Spirit accompanies me. No matter what things I meet with, I have a way to go, and I am full of energy when performing my duty. Even when I encounter unfavourable people or matters, I can quiet my heart before God and seek His will, and am willing to forsake the flesh and satisfy God. Thus, I feel enriched and enlightened and enjoyable in my heart all the day. However, when I don’t have God’s words in my heart, I want to flinch once encountering any difficulties, and am filled with negativity, resistance, and complaints, and my previous faith and love disappear completely; I am living under the influence of Satan. I really feel that without God’s words, man will lack strength and lose faith even though he is alive. I have truly experienced God’s words: “God uses the word to govern man; you feel good if you eat and drink of the word of God, and if you do not, you will have no way to follow. The word of God becomes the food of man and the force that drives him. The Bible said that ‘Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.’ This is the work that God will accomplish this day. He will realize this truth in you.
God is the source of man’s life, and He will bestow upon us everything we need if we obey Him and worship Him. If man only sees the value of food but cannot see the authority and life power of God’s words, he will not receive God’s care, protection, and comfort. And he will be dry and dark in his spirit, and have a hard time taking even a single step forward, and live a life without support and without hope.
This recalls the creation of Adam from the breath of God, the life force being separate in source from the body itself, and ultimately divine in origin. “Man shall not live by bread alone, but by every word that proceeds out of the mouth of God.” From our experiences, we feel that these words are indeed the truth. God’s word is the source of our life. Hebrews 4:12 says, “The word of God is living and active.” Every aspect of our daily life involves the practice of and relying on the word of God. For example, concerning the practice of prayer; quieting our heart before God; worshiping God in spirit and truth; practicing God’s word, loving our neighbour as ourselves, and be tolerant and patient when interacting with people; relying on the word of God and learning to heed God’s voice when waiting for the Lord’s coming in the clouds of heaven with power and great glory; relying on God’s word to have a path to travel in everything.
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If I am understanding correctly, in order to be saved one must both accept and honor the Messiah while also living righteously. Neither one nor the other is enough to achieve salvation?
You’re absolutely right RJ LeBlanc. In Matthew 12:30, Yeshua [Jesus] says, “He that is not with me is against me; and he that gathereth not with me scattereth abroad.” Moreover, in Matthew 6:24 Yeshua [Jesus] also says, “No man can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love the other; or else he will hold to the one, and despise the other. Ye cannot serve God and mammon. Stay Blessed!
Being sinless is impossible in this life. But true Christians will always struggle against sin. Then, someday their effort will take them to heaven.
Please refer this testimony https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3KX99REsaVQ
Very valuable writing. Actually, “eternal security” has been a topic of ongoing debate among Christians for many years. It is admirable that you provide what the Bible teaches us, and it helps us to understand salvation better.
Thank you Teri Mullins. Please refer the compilation of some of the Bible teachings at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c9dUodkFWAU&list=PLcOEZJV8V5JRddHa8Gh8Yysv-l6oeunec
Also some compilations of the testimonies at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxmN281WqPc&list=PLcOEZJV8V5JSEJciCD9BsRyjU4AY-TnU5. I do hope these will be of some help.
It is not easy to enter the Kingdom of God even as a Christian. Although we have been saved, it requires commitment to follow Him.
You are absolutely right Hector. In John 3:3-5 Yeshua [Jesus] answered and said unto him (Nicodemus), “Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the Kingdom of God. Nicodemus saith unto him, How can a man be born when he is old? can he enter the second time into his mother’s womb, and be born? Yeshua [Jesus] answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the Kingdom of God.”
Also read in 1 Corinthians 6:9-11 Paul writes, “Know ye not that the unrighteous shall not inherit the Kingdom of God? Be not deceived: neither fornicators, nor idolaters, nor adulterers, nor effeminate, nor abusers of themselves with mankind, Nor thieves, nor covetous, nor drunkards, nor revilers, nor extortioners, shall inherit the kingdom of God. And such were some of you: but ye are washed, but ye are sanctified, but ye are justified in the name of the Lord Jesus, and by the Spirit of our God.”
Most of us are also not aware that “the Kingdom of God” and the “Kingdom of Heaven” is not the same. The differences can be understood at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J4NdV2ImfnQ
If we accept Him through baptism, Jesus gave us salvation. But the more difficult path is maintaining faith unto death.
Yes, you’re absolutely right Alvin Jackson… Please refer my eBook “How God wants to see His people?”, particularly in page No. 36 to 42. It can be a help. The eBook can be found at https://allrevelations.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/HOW-GOD-WANTS-TO-SEE-HIS-PEOPLE-Samir-Stephan-Kujur.pdf
The Bible says: “Just as the body without spirit is dead, so also faith without works is dead.” (James 2:26). Jesu will save anyone who believes in Him, even people who had formerly been living in a variety of sinful conditions but delivered from sin with God (1 Corinthians 6:9–11).
Yes, you’re absolutely right Shirly… Please refer my eBook “How God wants to see His people?”, particularly in page No. 36 to 42. It can be a help. The eBook can be found at https://allrevelations.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/HOW-GOD-WANTS-TO-SEE-HIS-PEOPLE-Samir-Stephan-Kujur.pdf
i enjoyed your blog, it is not an easy task to maintain the faith but by accepting the messiah as your personal savior and through baptism it makes the journey easier
I like to view my relationship with God through Christ’s salvation as a growing relationship. It is something I have committed to and I have to take care of it or that relationship will dwindle. I think the reason we are to view him as the Father is because it establishes a level of trust, care, and obedience within our relationship with Him and shows us how important it is for us, not just God.
Yes Nichole…you’re absolutely right. I agree with you. God Bless you.

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I’m very happy to tell you I’ve officially become a member of MaYaN! We’ve had a lot of gigs together for the past couple of years, and it’s always been a blast! Looking forward to more fun adventures with this awesome group of people!
EDIT: submissions are now closed, thanks for your submissions! As you may know, last year I held a crowdfunding campaign to support the release of my very first solo album “Unprecedented“. The campaign was a huge success, and I got to do a lot of really fun things with all of the wonderful people who […]
With pain in my heart I regret to inform you that I have decided to leave VUUR. The past few months I’ve been working with Anneke the rest of the guys on what will be the band’s debut album, but it wasn’t until last week when we started the vocal recordings that Anneke and I realised […]
Guess what, “Unprecedented” is back with a vengeance! Release date: January 24, 2017 As you may know, this year I performed a few shows with my friend and pianist extraordinaire Erik van Ittersum. He made gorgeous, beautiful, amazing piano arrangements of the Unprecedented tracks and we did a few shows together in Holland, Germany and […]
Veeery excited to inform you I will be performing some more live shows this year. List as follows: November 6 – Yasmine Park Music, Paradox, Tilburg (NL) Facebook event November 10 – Roxy, Flensburg (DE)* Facebook event November 11 – Logo, Hamburg (DE)* Facebook event November 12 – Atak, Enschede (NL)* http://bit.ly/2dgwSBT November 13 – Gigant, […]
You might have already seen it during my campaign, but nevertheless: I’m very happy to share with you my latest lyric video! The song is called “Saboteurs“, and will be part of my upcoming solo album debut, “Unprecedented.” I hope you like it!
After two super exciting months the crowdfunding campaign for my debut solo album has come to an end. And I just don’t have enough words to describe how grateful I feel for the amazing result: 448% of the original goal! #ohmygod! 🙂 These are the names of the people who made this possible. To you, dear […]
Dear friends, As you may know I’ve been working on my first solo album for quite a while now. I’ve had all kinds of setbacks and delays but I’m ecstatic to say that the album is finally done and ready to see the light! Check it out, this is going to be the cover (designed […]
Dear friends, As you may or may not have seen yet, the guys of Stream of Passion and I just announced that, after a few shows this year, we’ll be calling it quits. This is seriously have been one of the most difficult decisions I’ve ever had to make; we’ve been through so many wonderful things together, […]
On my last visit to France with Stream of Passion I had the pleasure to meet up with the lovely Emilie Garcin, photographer extraordinaire! Not only did she make some nice shots of Stream of Passion live (check them out on her Facebook page!), but we also organized a little photo session in the backstage of the venue […]


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A lawsuit announced Thursday by the League of Women Voters seeks to combine the state's primary elections scheduled weeks apart due to the upheaval surrounding the redistricting process this year.
Currently, primary voters are set to vote in two separate elections: State Assembly and statewide primaries will remain June 28; the primary elections for the state Senate and congressional races has been moved to Aug. 23.
It's a potentially costly proposition for New York taxpayers. A full statewide primary usually costs as much as $30 million, and local elections officials have said more money will be needed to administer the additional election.
The organization's suit seeks to move the state Assembly and statewide primaries to Aug. 23 as well in order to save money and reduce voter confusion.
“The State Board of Elections, apparently with the support of the leaders of both major political parties, put in place a deliberately exclusionary electoral regime for statewide offices designed to limit further competition in the primary and from independent candidates in the general election," said Laura Ladd Bierman, the executive director of the League of Women Voters. "Our suit requests the Court to order the postponement of the statewide primary from June 28 to August 23, 2022 – the same date as State Senate and Congressional primaries -- and extend the deadline for gathering signatures for both the party primaries and independent candidates seeking to qualify for the general election.”
New York's redistricting woes have been the root of the two-primary problem this year. The state's highest court rejected the maps drawn by state lawmakers for the state Senate and U.S. House district boundaries as unconstitutional. Lawmakers took control of the process in February after a commission created through a voter-approved constitutional amendment failed to reach an agreement on the new lines.
A new set of maps by a court-appointed special master are set to be released on Friday and the draft lines released this week have already upended multiple races for Congress.
The League of Women Voters' suit alleges holding two primaries violates the U.S. Constitution's right to freedom of association.

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LANCASTER IN STYLE, PART 19: EGYPTIAN REVIVAL, 1880-1930
Pyramids in Lancaster? Not quite. But, believe it or not, there are sphinxes!
Finding examples of Egyptian Revival architecture in Lancaster County may seem like a stretch, but we do have several fine examples to enjoy.
The United States and the rest of the world became obsessed with all things Egyptian in the last quarter of the 19th century, and well into the first quarter of the 20th century, following significant archeological discoveries including King Tutankhamun’s tomb in 1922.
Egyptian Revival, like all the other revival styles, was an echo from the past that brought forward a fresh architectural interpretation incorporating modern construction techniques. However, unlike other revival styles, Egyptian Revival designs were rarely found in residential applications. Instead, this style was primarily reserved for public use such as schools, churches, theaters, banks, prisons, civic structures, monuments and cemeteries.
Examples of Egyptian Revival design in Lancaster [photos]
Egyptian Revival design, popular in the late 19th and early 20th century, was found more in public buildings and businesses than in residential construction. It was used in schools, churches, theaters, prisons, banks, monuments and cemeteries. Here are some examples of Egyptian Revival design that can still be found in Lancaster County.
The forms and shapes most commonly associated with Egypt are pyramids, sphinxes, temples, obelisks and tombs. The style uses references to the original ancient design elements. Interestingly, the Freemasons adopted the Egyptian style for their architectural expression and symbolism.
The architectural characteristics most commonly associated with the Egyptian Revival style include bulging columns, lotus leaf capitals, bundled papyrus stalks, battered and smooth walls, flat roofs, gorge-and-roll cornices, rolled moldings, minimal window openings and winged orbs. Although cemeteries are often the best places to search for Egyptian treasures, examples can also be found outside the graveyard gates.
Lancaster architect C. Emlen Urban designed the 1927 Ephrata High School building — which later became Highland Elementary School — in a combined Egyptian and Exotic Revival style. Breaking from his tradition of classical design, Urban introduced Lancaster County to a new vocabulary of materials, color and patterns using wire-cut gold brick, cast-stone medallions and columns with acanthus leaf capitals.
The best examples of pure Egyptian Revival are located in the Greenwood Cemetery on South Queen Street. The imposing 1895 masonry entrance includes a carving of the Egyptian “vulture guardian” goddess Nekhbet perched high above the arch. Beyond the gates, visitors can observe a pair of hand-carved granite sphinxes guarding the entrance to the imposing 1913 community mausoleum.
Bulging columns with lotus leaf capitals surround the perimeter of the windowless main facade. Elsewhere on the grounds are obelisks, sarcophagi, temples and monuments with Egyptian references.
It is no accident that we are exploring this unusual style in the month of October. Many of the surviving examples in the United States are found in cemeteries, just in time for Halloween!
What is a gorge-and-roll cornice?
Characteristic of an Egyptian roof cornice (crown), the concave design was often decorated with vertical leaves
What prison was designed in the Egyptian Revival style?
John Haviland, architect for the Lancaster County Prison, designed “The Tombs” in New York. The 1838 prison design was inspired by an Egyptian temple from 332 BC.
When did the style lose popularity?
By 1935, the unusual revival style had run its course. A parallel style, art deco, remained strong into the 1940s.
This column is contributed by Gregory J. Scott, FAIA, a local architect with more than four decades of national experience in innovation and design. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects’ College of Fellows. Email email@example.com.

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Pisces Men Too Dreamy To Marry? — One of the accusations hurled at people born under the last zodiac sign, Pisces, is that they are too dreamy and sensitive. Pisces, which starts mid-February and ends in mid-March, is known for its creativity, but also its ‘sensitivity’, and since many famous but eccentric artistes, especially musicians, have been born under this sign,women also sometimes assume that Pisces men are too dreamy and passive to make for good life partners.
However, just as with people born under any other zodiac sign, Pisceans have two paths they can take, based on their creative, sensitive natures. In fact, the symbol of Pisces is two fish swimming in opposite directions, and this symbolises much of what a Pisces person can turn out to be. They can give in to their dreamy, sensitive side and let it lead them passively down the ‘dark side’, into a disconnect from reality, depression, perhaps substance abuse and a brooding dreaminess that’s sometimes seen as ‘artistic’ temperament. It is true that that kind of Pisces man can be an impractical life partner, since you can’t depend on them to face any of the realities of life, let alone support a family.
However, should a Pisces choose to be his ‘stronger’ self, there’s no one better than him for a husband. With their sensitivity,they make wonderful, caring husbands who tend to resolve things without much conflict, and exercise a calming influence on everyone in their family. And with their unmatched intuition, they also make good professionals and leaders, since they instinctively understand how to deal with different kinds of people without letting their ego get in the way.
The Pisces man has the potential to be more decisive, professional and practical than most others, because they don’t have overwhelmingly large egos, like some aggressive fire signs, and often don’t have a personal point to prove to anyone. They are also quite romantic, and might forget the occasional anniversary, but can surprise their partners with an unexpected breakfast in bed on many more weekends than more occupied, laconic husbands. And the same sensitivity and creativity that make them great artistes and musicians also make them good family men, who can inculcate good values and exercise authority with a gentle hand, often making them a favourite among children.

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Great opportunity for orchard or vineyard development. This sale is comprised of three separate parcels for a total of 562.3 acres (038-140-017, 038-140-030, 038-140-031). Seller will consider selling 207.3 acres separately (APN's 038-140-030, 038-140-031). The three deep wells that were drilled in 2016 will adequately supply irrigation water to meet future crop needs. There is also an agreement with MID that allows a 4- inch value, from the MID canal located on the property, to provide a year- round pond. This MID canal is beneficial to the property and would easily deliver MID SOl water. Buyer to investigate MID water opportunity further. The surrounding agriculture uses include permanent planting and soil conditions in these rolling hills are ideal for orchard or vineyard development. There is a cell tower located on the property. Terms of the cell tower lease may be negotiated. Full marketing package available upon request.
Based on information from California Regional Multiple Listing Service, Inc. as of February 16th, 2020 at 8:01pm CST. This information is for your personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties you may be interested in purchasing. Display of MLS data is usually deemed reliable but is NOT guaranteed accurate by the MLS. Buyers are responsible for verifying the accuracy of all information and should investigate the data themselves or retain appropriate professionals. Information from sources other than the Listing Agent may have been included in the MLS data. Unless otherwise specified in writing, Broker/Agent has not and will not verify any information obtained from other sources. The Broker/Agent providing the information contained herein may or may not have been the Listing and/or Selling Agent.

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According to figures from the ministry, there were 179 industrial parks in Hungary in January 2006, occupying a total area of nearly 10,000 hectares, of which 50.4% was in use. The 2,855 businesses active in industrial parks employed 154,000 people combined and had revenue in excess of Ft 5,000 billion last year.

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John Newman has said he feels “refreshed” after announcing new tour dates in the wake of his recovery from illness.
He has promised fresh material and a “new attitude” for the planned tour.
The singer underwent treatment for brain tumours in 2015 and 2016, and has recently been playing at smaller venues close to his musical roots during his Out Of The Blue tour.
Newman has now announced he will return to perform for larger crowds, with tour dates planned for October.
He said: “On this tour there will be new songs, a new show, a new attitude.
“I’m looking forward to scaling things up again after this incredible acoustic tour which has been a really refreshing and rewarding experience.
“I feel re-energised. A change is gonna come.”
His seven-date tour will visit Newcastle, Glasgow, Manchester, Leeds, Bristol, Brighton and London.
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Welcome to Neo4j
With a native graph database at the core, Neo4j stores and manages data in a natural, connected state.
The graph database takes a property graph approach, which is beneficial for both traversal performance and operations runtime.
Neo4j started as a graph database and has evolved into a rich ecosystem with numerous tools, applications, and libraries.
This ecosystem allows you to seamlessly integrate graph technologies with your working environment.
Neo4j Graph Database is the core product, a native graph database that is built to store and retrieve connected data.
Two editions, a Community Edition and an Enterprise Edition, are available.
There are various ways to get started with Neo4j:
You can find all necessary documentation on how to install and maintain Neo4j in the Operations manual.
AuraDB and AuraDS are fully managed cloud service offerings.
To interact with an Aura instance, use Neo4j Workspace — a low-code UI-based tool that helps you to design a data model, preview the model, import the data, and explore and query the database.
Neo4j AuraDS makes it easy to run graph algorithms on Neo4j by integrating two main components:
Neo4j Database, where graph data are loaded and stored, and Cypher® queries and all database operations (for example user management, query termination, etc.) are executed.
Graph Data Science, a software component installed in the Neo4j Database, which main purpose is to run graph algorithms on in-memory projections of Neo4j Database.
Neo4j Graph Data Science (GDS) gives you access to more than 65 graph algorithms, which can be executed with Neo4j and optimized for enterprise workloads and pipelines. GDS helps you to get insights from big data in order to answer critical questions and improve predictions. GDS is the connected data analysis platform that unifies the ML surface and graph database into a single workspace.
See documentation for the library for more details.
Neo4j provides a variety of tools that aim to make learning and development of graph applications easier.
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Neo4j Desktop — a local development environment for working with Neo4j, whether using local database instances or databases located on remote servers. Free download includes Neo4j Enterprise Edition license.
Neo4j Browser — online browser interface to query and view the data in the database. Basic visualization capabilities using Cypher query language.
Neo4j Operations Manager (NOM) — a UI-based tool that enables a database administrator to monitor, administer, and operate all of the Neo4j database management systems in an Enterprise Edition.
Video series: NOM Bytes introduces the product and provides some practical tips.
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Data Importer — a no-code tool that allows you to load data from flat files (
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Neo4j Drivers — Officially supported drivers and community-contributed libraries.
Neo4j Connectors — A set of connectors to integrate your existing workflow with Neo4j.
OGM — An Object Graph Mapping Library for Neo4j.
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The past month has been a busy season for on-line conferences and webinars. In October, I wrote “Finding advantages in learning online”, talking about the ease of joining online sessions for continuing education.
Another opportunity is coming up next week with the release of a new report, “Investing in Canada’s Digital Infrastructure: The Economic Impact of Wireless/Wireline Broadband and the Post-COVID Recovery”, being presented by Accenture and the Canadian Wireless Telecommunications Association.
The report is the subject of “The Digital-led Recovery: The Role of Telecommunications in Canada’s Economy & the Post-COVID World”, a one hour webinar to be held December 9, at 11:00 am Eastern time.
The session will look at the role telecommunications will play in the post-pandemic economy.
The event will be hosted by CWTA President & CEO, Robert Ghiz, who will join the Association’s SVP, Eric Smith, as well as Tejas Rao, Managing Director and Global 5G Lead at Accenture.
Registration is free.
The subject matter appears to complement a recent GSMA study discussing how 5G spectrum policy drives economic growth. Recall, that study found “5G will contribute US$150 billion in additional value add to the Canadian economy over the next 20 years”, a figure that seemed to be in-line with an earlier Accenture study that forecasted a GDP impact of $40B by 2026.
Over the past nine months, the response to the pandemic has served as a catalyst for a digital transition, driving policy makers to examine ways to accelerate targets for universal connectivity. It’s worth considering another aspect to our forced transition to a work-from-home economy. In an interview last week in the Times of Israel, Aharon Aharon, the outgoing chief of Israel’s Innovation Authority, expresses some concerns about the potential impact on Israel’s renowned tech ecosystem. “Once employers get used to working with workers remotely, there are no limits on where they could be, he said. On the flip side, Israeli workers may prefer working in Israel for an international company with higher salaries and better conditions than those offered by a fledgling local startup.”
Those comments could be equally applicable to other geographies, and follow a recent survey that found that working from home raises productivity but may be negatively impacting the culture of startups.
As we look ahead to a new year, we need to consider how national policies can create advantages to benefit domestic technology companies, technology workers, and the economy as a whole.
It has to start with ensuring world class digital infrastructure and digital literacy.
What are the next steps?


A $5.2 million 20-bed supportive housing project for the homelss will soon open on Knox Street. Developed by S.T.E.P. by S.T.E.P., Inc. the Lincoln School Apartment Project includes 18 studio apartments for single adults and two one-bedroom apartments for homeless couples. Attending the Step by Step ribbon cutting ceremony included, from left, Laura Mattice of Community Bank, and Step by Step personnel: Deputy Director Tammy Bush, Board Member Barbara Ward, and Executive Director David Bayne. See story here.


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- Colombian coffee is renowned for its high-quality Arabica beans, grown in regions such as the Central Andes, Eastern Andes, and Western Andes.
- Varieties of Colombian Arabica coffee include Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, and Castillo, each offering unique flavor profiles ranging from fruity and floral to nutty and chocolatey.
- The taste of Colombian coffee is characterized by well-balanced sweetness, acidity, and body with flavors like caramel, chocolate, citrus undertones. It has a bright and lively acidity that sets it apart from other varieties around the world.
- The production process of Colombian coffee involves meticulous harvesting by hand at peak ripeness followed by different processing methods like washed or natural to enhance flavor. Drying is crucial for preserving flavors and aromas while preventing quality issues.
What is Colombian Coffee?
Colombian coffee is known for its high quality and distinct flavor profile. The country’s unique geography and climate contribute to the ideal conditions for growing Arabica coffee beans, resulting in a smooth, well-balanced cup with hints of sweetness and acidity.
Looking to discover the world of Colombian coffee, but not sure where to start? Known for producing some of the finest Arabica beans on earth, Colombia’s coffee industry is a treasure trove waiting to be explored.
This guide will unravel everything: from regional distinctions and bean varieties to the artful process that turns raw beans into your favorite morning brew. Ready for an aromatic adventure? Let’s dive in!
Colombian Coffee Growing Regions
Colombian coffee growing regions include the Central Andes, Eastern Andes, and Western Andes.
In the heart of Colombia lies the coffee-rich region of Central Andes. Here, each slope and valleys are adorned with lush green coffee plantations, containing some of the finest Arabica beans in the world.
The unique microclimate in Central Andes – accentuated by its high altitudes, rich volcanic soils, and balanced rainfall – provides an ideal environment for coffee production. This has allowed Colombian farmers to cultivate fascinating coffee varieties such as Typica and Bourbon which contribute to Colombia’s reputation as a global leader in producing quality specialty coffees.
As you journey through this part of Eje Cafetero or “Coffee Axis”, expect robust flavors subtly influenced by these regional characteristics that define a unique taste profile found nowhere else but here.
The Eastern Andes region is one of the three main coffee growing regions in Colombia. Situated on the eastern slopes of the Andes Mountains, this area provides ideal conditions for cultivating high-quality coffee beans.
The altitude and climate contribute to the unique flavor profiles that Colombian Arabica coffee is known for. In the Eastern Andes, you’ll find farms nestled among lush green landscapes and picturesque valleys, creating a scenic backdrop for exploring Colombia’s rich coffee culture.
Whether it’s enjoying a cup of local brew or learning about traditional farming practices, there are plenty of opportunities to immerse yourself in the world of Colombian coffee in the Eastern Andes region.
The Western Andes is one of the three main coffee-growing regions in Colombia, alongside the Central Andes and Eastern Andes. This region is known for its high-altitude coffee plantations that produce some of the finest Colombian Arabica beans.
The unique climate and soil conditions in the Western Andes contribute to the distinct flavors found in its coffee. With its mountainous landscapes and lush vegetation, this region offers a picturesque backdrop for visitors interested in exploring Colombia’s rich coffee culture.
Varieties of Colombian Arabica Coffee
Colombian Arabica coffee offers a range of varieties, including Typica, Bourbon, Caturra, and Castillo.
Typica is one of the varieties of Arabica coffee grown in Colombia. It is a classic and traditional variety known for its rich and complex flavors. Typica beans are large, with a distinctive elongated shape.
They have a medium to high acidity, which adds brightness to their flavor profile. Typical Colombian coffees often exhibit fruity notes like citrus or stone fruit, with hints of chocolate and caramel undertones.
This variety has been cultivated in Colombia for generations, contributing to the country’s reputation as a top producer of high-quality Arabica coffee beans.
Bourbon is one of the varieties of Colombian Arabica coffee known for its exceptional quality and flavor. This particular type of coffee has a rich and balanced taste, often described as smooth and sweet with hints of chocolate and caramel.
It is highly sought after by coffee enthusiasts for its unique characteristics that make each cup a delightful experience. Bourbon coffee beans are grown in various regions throughout Colombia, including the Central Andes, Eastern Andes, and Western Andes.
The combination of Colombia’s ideal climate and fertile soil contributes to the distinct flavors found in this variety. Whether enjoyed black or with milk, bourbon coffee offers a satisfyingly delicious cup that showcases the richness found in Colombian coffee production.
Caturra is a popular variety of Colombian Arabica coffee that has gained recognition for its exceptional cupping quality and high yield. It is a natural mutation of the Bourbon variety and is known for its compact size, which allows for more efficient planting.
Caturra beans are small in size but pack a punch when it comes to flavor, often exhibiting bright acidity with notes of citrus and floral undertones. This variety thrives in Colombia’s diverse growing regions, including the central Andes, eastern Andes, and western Andes.
Colombian coffee farmers have embraced Caturra for its ability to produce high-quality beans that contribute to the richness and diversity of Colombian coffee as a whole.
Castillo is a variety of Arabica coffee that was developed in Colombia as a replacement for the Caturra variety, which is susceptible to diseases. It was created by the Colombian Coffee Research Institute (Cenicafé) and has gained popularity due to its high resistance to diseases such as coffee leaf rust.
Castillo produces a cup of coffee with a good balance between acidity and body, along with notes of chocolate and caramel. This variety has played an important role in revitalizing Colombia’s coffee industry by allowing farmers to overcome challenges related to disease outbreaks and maintain consistent yields.
Today, Castillo represents a significant portion of Colombian coffee production and contributes to the rich diversity of flavors found within the country’s coffee offerings.
The Taste of Colombian Arabica Coffee
Colombian Arabica coffee boasts a wide range of flavor profiles, from fruity and floral to nutty and chocolatey, creating a delightful sensory experience for coffee enthusiasts.
Colombian Arabica coffee is praised for its diverse and complex flavor profiles. The region’s unique climate, altitude, and rich volcanic soil contribute to the coffee beans’ distinctive taste.
Colombian coffees often have a well-balanced combination of sweetness, acidity, and body. Some flavor notes commonly found in Colombian coffees include caramel, chocolate, fruity undertones like citrus or berry flavors, and hints of nuts or spices.
The flavor profiles can vary depending on the specific growing region within Colombia but are generally characterized by their smoothness and richness. Whether you prefer a bold and intense cup or a delicate and nuanced one, Colombian coffee offers something to satisfy every palate.
Colombian Arabica coffee is known for its delightful aromas that captivate the senses. With each sip, you can expect to be surrounded by a symphony of fragrances that enhance your coffee-drinking experience.
Colombian coffee boasts a wide range of aromatic notes, including floral scents like jasmine and rose, fruity hints of berries and citrus fruits, and even chocolatey undertones. These enchanting aromas are a result of the unique growing conditions in Colombia’s coffee regions as well as the careful processing and roasting methods employed by local farmers and producers.
So sit back, take a deep breath, and let the enticing aromas of Colombian coffee transport you to the lush landscapes where this rich elixir is cultivated.
Acidity changes the taste profile of Colombian coffee. Colombian Arabica beans are known for their bright and lively acidity, which adds a pleasant tanginess to each cup.
This acidity is often described as citrusy or fruity, with hints of flavors like lemon, apple, or cherry. It provides a refreshing and crisp sensation on the palate that balances out the richness and sweetness of the coffee.
The unique acidity of Colombian coffee is one of its distinguishing characteristics that sets it apart from other varieties around the world.
The body of the article will discuss the characteristics of Colombian Arabica coffee. Colombian coffee is known for its medium to full-bodied richness, which is often described as smooth and balanced.
The flavors can range from sweet and fruity to nutty and chocolatey, with hints of caramel or citrus notes. The acidity in Colombian coffee is typically bright and lively, adding a refreshing zing to each sip.
It has a pleasant aroma that varies depending on the region it comes from, but it generally has a fragrant and inviting scent that entices you to take a sip. Whether you prefer your coffee black or with milk, Colombian Arabica coffee offers a delightful experience with its well-rounded flavor profile and enticing aromas.
The Production Process of Colombian Coffee
Discover the meticulous process behind Colombian coffee, from harvesting and processing to roasting and brewing.
Harvesting is a key step in the production process of Colombian coffee. The coffee cherries are carefully picked by hand when they are at their peak ripeness, ensuring that only the best quality beans make it into the final product.
This meticulous attention to detail guarantees that Colombian coffee maintains its high standards and exceptional flavor. Farmers often employ skilled workers who have a deep understanding of coffee cultivation to ensure that each cherry is harvested at exactly the right moment.
The labor-intensive nature of harvesting adds to the rich and distinct taste that Colombian coffee is known for worldwide.
Processing affects the final flavor and aroma of the beans. Once the ripe cherries are harvested, they undergo various processing methods to remove the outer skin and pulp.
One popular method used in Colombia is the washed process, where the cherries are pulped, fermented, and then washed to remove any remaining residue. This results in a clean and bright cup of coffee with pronounced acidity.
Another method is natural processing, where the whole cherry is dried with its skin intact before being hulled to reveal the bean inside. This imparts intense fruity flavors and a heavier body to the coffee.
Once the coffee beans are harvested and processed, the next step in the production process is drying. Drying ensures that the coffee beans reach their optimal moisture content for storage and further processing.
In Colombia, there are two main methods used for drying coffee: sun-drying and mechanical drying. Sun-drying involves spreading the freshly washed coffee beans on large concrete patios or raised beds, exposing them to direct sunlight.
This method allows natural airflow to dry the beans gradually over a period of several days. Mechanical drying, on the other hand, uses specialized machines that use hot air to rapidly dry the beans within a controlled environment.
Milling is another step in the production process of Colombian coffee. After the beans are dried, they need to be milled to remove the outer layers and get rid of any impurities or defects.
This is done using specialized machinery that carefully removes the parchment layer from the beans while ensuring their integrity and quality. The milled beans are then sorted based on size, shape, and color before being packaged for export or further processing.
Milling plays a significant role in determining the final flavor and aroma of Colombian coffee by removing any undesirable elements and enhancing its overall quality. It is an essential step that ensures every cup of Colombian coffee delivers rich flavors and delightful aromas that make it truly exceptional.
Roasting brings out the rich flavors and aromas of Colombian coffee. The process involves heating the green coffee beans to bring about chemical changes that transform them into the familiar brown color we associate with roasted coffee.
During roasting, the beans undergo various stages, each affecting the final taste profile. For example, a light roast will result in a brighter and more acidic cup, while a darker roast brings out deeper flavors with less acidity.
Colombian coffee is often roasted to highlight its natural sweetness and caramel undertones, resulting in a smooth and well-rounded cup of joe. The level of roasting can greatly impact the overall flavor experience, so experimenting with different roast levels can reveal unique characteristics of Colombian coffee.
To fully appreciate the richness of Colombian coffee, it’s important to know about the different brewing methods that can enhance its flavor and aroma. Whether you prefer a classic pour-over or want to experiment with a French press, there are various techniques to bring out the best in your Colombian beans.
Some popular brewing methods include drip brewing, where hot water is poured over ground coffee and filtered through a paper or mesh filter; espresso brewing, which uses high pressure and finely ground coffee to extract intense flavors; and cold brew, where coarsely ground coffee steeps in cold water for an extended period of time.
Each method has its own unique characteristics and can unlock different nuances in your cup of Colombian coffee. So whether you’re seeking a bright acidity or a smooth-bodied brew, exploring these brewing methods will help you discover new dimensions of flavor in your daily cuppa.
Exploring the richness of Colombian coffee is an exciting journey that takes you through the diverse growing regions, flavorful varieties, and intricate production process.
From the Central Andes to the Eastern Andes and Western Andes, each region offers its own unique taste and aroma. Whether you prefer a bold Typica or a smooth Caturra, Colombian Arabica coffee never fails to deliver a delightful sensory experience.
So grab your favorite brewing method and indulge in the world of Colombian coffee – it’s a complete guide you won’t want to miss!
Where can I buy Colombian coffee?
You can buy Colombian coffee from various sources, including local grocery stores, specialty coffee shops, online retailers, and direct from Colombian coffee growers.
What type of coffee bean is used in Colombian coffee?
Colombian coffee is primarily made from Arabica coffee beans, which are known for their superior quality and delicate flavor. Arabica beans are grown at higher altitudes, resulting in a more complex flavor profile.
How is Colombian coffee grown?
Colombian coffee is grown on coffee farms, also known as coffee plantations, located in different regions of Colombia. The coffee plants are carefully cultivated, and the beans are harvested by hand when they are ripe.
What is the best way to brew Colombian coffee?
There are various brewing methods to enjoy Colombian coffee, including drip brewing, French press, pour-over, espresso, and cold brew. The best brewing method depends on your personal preference and the equipment you have available.
What is the difference between Colombian coffee and other types of coffee?
Colombian coffee is known for its unique flavor profile, characterized by a balance of brightness, acidity, sweetness, and body. The high altitude, ideal climate, and fertile soil in Colombia contribute to the distinct characteristics of its coffee.
Are there any famous coffee shops in Colombia?
Yes, Colombia is home to several famous coffee shops, including Juan Valdez Café, which is a popular coffee chain known for its Colombian coffee and cozy café atmosphere.
Where is Huila and why is it famous for coffee?
Huila is a department located in the southwestern part of Colombia. It is famous for its coffee production due to the ideal climate, altitude, and fertile soil, which create optimal conditions for growing high-quality coffee beans.
What is Juan Valdez coffee?
Juan Valdez is a fictional character created by the National Federation of Coffee Growers of Colombia to represent Colombian coffee. Juan Valdez coffee refers to the coffee that is produced and marketed by this federation, known for its quality and authenticity.
How can I make Colombian coffee at home?
To make Colombian coffee at home, you will need Colombian coffee beans, water, and a coffee brewing method of your choice. Grind the coffee beans, measure the desired amount of grounds, add hot water, and let it brew according to your preferred brewing method.


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Learn how to grow Oleanders indoors or out, depending on your climate.
Oleanders, a member of the Apocynaceae family, are one of the prettier tropical evergreen shrubs that can easily be grown indoors in containers.
In its natural habitat it can reach up to twenty feet in height, but most Oleanders are kept trimmed to a height of between six to ten foot tall.
Oleanders come in both single and double flowered forms and host a wide array of flower colors.
Everything from white, to red, to pink, salmon and even light yellow flowers can be found on these shrubs.
For those of you who cannot or do not wish to grow the large varieties of this beauty, there is also a dwarf variety out called ‘Petite Salmon’ that only reaches four foot in height.
Pruning is a necessity with Oleanders.
They have a tendency to become quite leggy over time if they are not kept in check.
Oleanders Preferred Growing Conditions
Although they prefer to be grown in bright sunlight, they will grow OK with a bit of shade.
Oleanders are native to the eastern Mediterranean, so naturally they prefer warm, dry conditions with humidity.
Oleanders prefer to be grown in USDA zones eight through ten, but they can survive small amounts of frost, and temperatures down to fifteen degrees Fahrenheit.
They make good houseplants as long as you can keep them out of reach of children and pets.
Oleanders can be propagated fairly easily from seed with a bit of patience.
The easiest method of propagation however is to take cuttings and root them.
I prefer to root plants in a peat moss, vermiculite and perlite mix that is made up of equal parts of each item.
However you can root Oleander in water as long as you use a rooting hormone to help the plant develop roots.
Oleander Pests And Diseases
As toxic as Oleanders are, they are susceptible to aphids, scale and some types of caterpillars.
The following can strip a plant of its leaves in a few days.
Other known problems with disease on Oleanders include leaf scorch which is a lethal disease for the plant.
I chose to grow Oleanders for the first time last year.
Of course, mine are kept potted.
I did get two of the seeds I planted this year to germinate.
The Oleanders I got last year were cuttings.
Oleander Toxicity And Other Potential Health Issues
Extremely toxic plants, Oleanders contain both the toxin oleandrin and also nerioside.
These toxins are quite similar to those found in Digitalis (foxglove).
Be aware that hungry animals will eat Oleanders, and that lethal doses of about 1/4 pound (thirty to forty leaves) can kill an adult horse.
Clinical symptoms develop rapidly and may include death without warning.
Other symptoms may be depression with gastrointestinal distress, vomiting, bloody diarrhea, and abdominal pain.
The toxins in Oleanders may also cause irregular heart rates and rhythms.
The beauty of this plant is well worth growing it, but all precautions should be taken to guard against indigestion.
The plant has also been known to cause skin irritations, and should you ever burn the plant, do not inhale the smoke.
If you can keep this plant out of the reach of children and animals, it is definitely worth growing.
If there is any chance of anyone digesting any part of the plant, forget it.
I cannot stress enough how toxic all parts of this plant is, and there seems to be little chance for survival of the victim once any part of this plant is digested.
However, should an accident happen, do not wait to get medical treatment.
Remember to always take precautions with your plants and keep them out of reach of children and pets!


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Painting is a creative and therapeutic activity that can bring immense joy and happiness into our lives. Whether you are a professional artist or simply enjoy dabbling in art as a hobby, the act of painting allows us to express ourselves, explore our imaginations, and find solace in the process. In this article, we will delve into the world of happy things to do while painting, unlocking a realm of delightful experiences that can elevate your artistic journey.
Exploring Joyful Experiences: Happy Things to Do While Painting
Create a Vibrant Palette
One of the most enjoyable aspects of painting is selecting colors for your artwork. Experiment with a wide range of hues, from bold and vibrant shades to soft pastels. Engage your senses and let your intuition guide you. Mixing colors can be a meditative process, bringing immense satisfaction as you witness the transformation of pigments blending harmoniously on your palette.
Engage with Nature
Immerse yourself in the natural world to draw inspiration and infuse your artwork with positivity. Take your easel outside and paint en plein air, capturing the beauty of landscapes, blooming flowers, or serene bodies of water. The act of connecting with nature while painting can invigorate your spirit and allow you to appreciate the wonders of the world around you.
Experiment with Different Techniques
Exploring various painting techniques can be an exhilarating journey of self-discovery. Dive into the world of watercolors, acrylics, oils, or mixed media to uncover new ways to express yourself. Let your curiosity guide you as you try different brush strokes, texture techniques, or even unconventional tools. Embrace the freedom to make mistakes and learn from them, as each experiment contributes to your growth as an artist.
Listen to Uplifting Music
Music has the remarkable ability to enhance our mood and stimulate our creativity. Create a playlist of your favorite uplifting tunes that resonate with your artistic process. Allow the rhythm and melodies to guide your brushstrokes, syncing your movements with the beats. Whether it’s classical, jazz, or pop, find the music that elevates your spirits and sets the tone for a joyful painting session.
Incorporate Playfulness and Imagination
Painting offers a limitless playground for your imagination. Embrace a childlike sense of wonder and playfulness by experimenting with surrealism, abstract art, or fantastical subjects. Break free from expectations and let your imagination run wild, creating vibrant worlds and whimsical characters. This sense of freedom and play can infuse your artwork with a profound sense of joy and wonder.
Share Your Art with Others
Sharing your artwork with others can be a gratifying experience, fostering connections and spreading happiness. Exhibit your paintings in galleries, participate in local art shows, or share your work on social media platforms dedicated to art. Witnessing the appreciation and positive feedback from others can boost your confidence, inspire you to continue creating, and remind you of the happiness that art can bring to the world.
Embrace Mindfulness and Presence
Painting can be a powerful tool for practicing mindfulness and being present in the moment. As you engage in the process of painting, focus your attention on the brush strokes, the texture of the canvas, and the colors merging on the surface. Allow yourself to be fully immersed in the act of creation, letting go of any distractions or thoughts about the past or future. By cultivating a mindful painting practice, you can experience a deep sense of peace and contentment, and truly savor the joy of the present moment.
Set Goals and Celebrate Achievements
Setting goals can add a sense of purpose and motivation to your painting practice. Whether it’s completing a series of artworks, learning a new technique, or participating in an exhibition, having clear objectives can drive your progress and provide a sense of fulfillment. Remember to celebrate your achievements along the way, no matter how small they may seem. Acknowledging your growth and accomplishments will boost your confidence and fuel your passion for painting.
Engage in Collaborative Art Projects
Collaborating with other artists or engaging in community art projects can amplify the joy of painting. Join art collectives, workshops, or art retreats where you can work alongside fellow artists, exchange ideas, and create together. Collaborative projects not only foster a sense of camaraderie and connection but also offer fresh perspectives and new techniques to incorporate into your own artwork. The shared experience of creating something beautiful with others can generate a profound sense of happiness and fulfillment.
Give Back through Art
Using your artistic skills to give back to the community can be an incredibly rewarding and uplifting experience. Consider volunteering your time and talent to teach art classes at local schools, community centers, or hospitals. You can also create artwork for charitable auctions or fundraisers to support causes close to your heart. Sharing the gift of art with others, especially those who may not have easy access to it, can bring immense joy and make a positive impact on their lives.
Painting is a joyful and fulfilling pursuit that allows us to tap into our inner creativity and find solace in the artistic process. By engaging in happy activities while painting, such as creating vibrant palettes, immersing ourselves in nature, experimenting with techniques, listening to uplifting music, embracing playfulness and imagination, and sharing our art with others, we can enhance our painting experience and unlock a world of happiness and fulfillment. So, pick up your brushes, let your creativity soar, and embark on a journey of joyful self-expression through the wonderful medium of painting.

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May 7, 2020
On April 20th, the United States Supreme Court issued its decision in County of Maui, Hawaii v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund et al., No. 18-260, 590 U.S. __ (April 23, 2020), ruling that the federal Clean Water Act (CWA) may require a permit when a point source discharges pollutants to navigable waters through groundwater. This decision has been eagerly awaited by industry, government, and the bar.
This is a major new piece of federal water pollution jurisprudence. Anyone representing industry, government, commercial landowners, or large property managers (who often have treatment plants or large septic systems discharging to the ground, storm water discharges that infiltrate into the ground, or former landfills or illegal dumps still sending plumes into the ground) should know about this.
Justice Breyer authored the majority opinion for the 6-3 decision, ruling that a permit issued under the CWA is required if the addition of the pollutants through groundwater is “the functional equivalent” of a direct discharge into navigable waters. This is a new concept in CWA jurisprudence.
The CWA prohibits the addition of pollutants from any “point source” to “navigable waters,” without an appropriate permit from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). §§ 301(a), 502(12), 86 Stat. 844, 886. Pollutants described in the Act range from the obvious—solid waste, sewage, chemical wastes—to the less intuitive—cellar dirt, and agricultural waste.
Any pollutant discharged through a point source (a discernable, confined, and discrete conveyance, such as a pipe), into waters of the United States, can be subject to a permit under the Clean Water Act. This ruling expands the understanding of that jurisdiction. This has been the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Permit Program (NPDES) program since 1972.
This case stemmed from a challenge to the County of Maui’s wastewater reclamation facility, which collects, partially treats, and then injects about 4 million gallons of wastewater into the ground per day. The wastewater mixes with the groundwater, and then travels about a half-mile before ultimately discharging into the Pacific Ocean.
The Hawaii Wildlife Fund and other environmentalists brought a Citizen Suit under the CWA, alleging that the County was illegally discharging a pollutant into navigable waters without first obtaining an NPDES Permit.
The most compelling evidence in support of the Hawaii Wildlife Fund’s argument came as a result of the wastewater’s path being tracked using a “Tracer Dye Study,” where tracer dye was injected into the wells, and then submarine springs on the coast were monitored to see if any dye appeared there. It did.
Both the District Court and the Ninth Circuit agreed with the respondents, stating that the CWA requires a NPDES permit when “pollutants are fairly traceable from the point source to navigable water,” which they concluded these pollutants were. 24 F. Supp. 3d 980, 998; 886 F. 3d 737, 749.
The Supreme Court narrowed the lower courts’ rulings, citing that statutory context of the CWA as limiting the reach of the phrase “from any point source” to a narrower range of circumstances than “fairly traceable” suggests. Instead, the Court used the phrase “functional equivalent of a direct discharge” to pinpoint when a discharge to groundwater needs an NPDES Permit.
The Court emphasized that to make the determination of whether discharge to groundwater is the “functional equivalent” of a direct discharge into navigable waters, “time and distance will be the most important factors.” Other factors include the nature of the material through which the pollutants travel, and the extent to which the pollutant is diluted when it reaches navigable waters.
The Court explained that the Ninth Circuit’s “fairly traceable” language could allow the EPA to assert permitting authority over the release of pollutants into groundwater that reach navigable waters years and years after their release. This would open a panoply of long-term liability, timing, and tracing issues, and could functionally contradict the EPA’s new Navigable Water’s Protection Rule: Definition of “Waters of the United States,” which goes into effect on June 22, 2020. 85 Fed. Register 77, at 22250.
The CWA defines “navigable waters” as “waters of the United States,” so any change in scope of the definition in turn changes the scope of the CWA itself. The EPA’s new rule explicitly excludes “groundwater” from the definition of “Waters of the United States.” While the Supreme Court’s holding in County of Maui, Hawaii v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund et al. doesn’t make the discharge of pollutants into groundwater a per se violation of the CWA, it does require those who pollute groundwater to obtain a NPDES Permit, if that pollution ultimately reaches navigable waters in a clear and attributable way.
The County of Maui and the Solicitor General argued that the CWA does not apply if the pollutant, discharged from a point source, has to travel through any amount of groundwater before reaching navigable waters. The Court rejected this interpretation as too narrow, saying “it would risk serious interference with EPA’s ability to regulate ordinary point source discharges,” and hypothesizing that to avoid jurisdiction, one could simply ensure all discharging points stop short of navigable waters.
The Court concluded that it did “not see how Congress could have intended to create such a large and obvious loophole in one of the key regulatory innovations of the Clean Water Act.”
The Court did not rule, however, on whether the specific facts of the case resulted in the “functional equivalent” of a discharge to navigable waters—that matter was remanded for the lower federal court to decide. This means that while the Court concluded that a discharge of pollutants to groundwater may invoke CWA jurisdiction and require a permit, there is currently a lack of clarity on what a “functional equivalent” means as applied, in reality.
The holding in County of Maui, Hawaii v. Hawaii Wildlife Fund et al. is a wakeup call to groundwater dischargers nationwide. While the discharge of pollutants into groundwater alone does not necessarily require an NPEDES Permit under the Clean Water Act, the decisional law now recognizes that it may. This has real, practical implications.
Those discharging pollutants into groundwater must now account for the reality that pollutants in groundwater can and do easily traverse sight-unseen into navigable waters, thus granting regulatory jurisdiction over the discharge to the EPA under the CWA. Due to the subjective term “functional equivalent” in the Court’s decision, the applicability of this new case is not black and white.
Regulated entities should keep an eye out for the remand decision in this Maui case applying the new standard to the facts.
Meanwhile, they should realistically assess the need for obtaining an NPDES Permit for what they discharge—especially if there is known groundwater contamination flowing toward a body of water.
The Maui case affects who needs to obtain federal EPA water pollution permits for discharges into groundwater (which is not a federal water) which already, soon or eventually reach a surface water (which may be a federal water).
A member of the Association’s Environmental Law Section, Olympia Bowker is an associate of McGregor & Associates, PC, practicing an entire range of environmental, land use, and related real estate law for a large variety of private and public clients in permitting, transactions, projects and disputes before local, state, regional and federal agencies and the courts. She can be contacted at [email protected].


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Recipes — grilling-plank
The same old burgers just won’t cut it anymore. For this recipe, we combined two things everyone loves (burgers and cheese) into one giant, mouthwatering, you’ll-regret-this-later kind of meal. Our cheese-stuffed burgers on a hickory grilling plank are bursting of flavor (and two kinds of cheese) for a meal you won’t soon forget. Cook Time: 40 minutesServings: 4 Ingredients: 2 Hickory Grilling Planks 2 lbs. Lean Ground Beef Cheddar Cheese Pepper Jack Cheese 1 tsp. each of Litehouse Instantly Fresh: Thyme, Sage & Red Onion 2 Tbsp. Bread Crumbs 4 Buns 1 Tomato, sliced 1 Red Onion, sliced Lettuce Salt & Pepper...
Have the whole family pitch in to make party-size pizzas on a cedar grilling plank. Cook up one big chicken-bacon-ranch pizza or stick to smaller planks and personalize the recipe for enjoyment by all. This dish is great for summer days when it's too hot to use the oven or winter nights when you just want to thaw out the grill for some wood-fired pizza. Ingredients: 7x15 Cedar Grilling Plank 1 ball of pizza dough 2 chicken breasts 1/2 lb. bacon Ranch dressing (or ranch dressing mix) 1/2 cup Mozzarella cheese Cherry tomatoes Basil Chives Corn meal Directions: Preheat grill...

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BY JOHN WAWROW | AP sports writer
ORCHARD PARK, NY — Buffalo Bill’s safety Damar Hamlin is breathing alone and able to speak after his breathing tube was removed, his agent said Friday — the latest step in his remarkable recovery in four days since suffering cardiac arrest and on-field CPR during a game against the Cincinnati Bengals.
The bills said on Twitter that Hamlin even FaceTimed the Friday morning team meeting and told them, “Love you guys.” In a statement, the team said that Hamlin’s “neurological function remains intact and he has been able to speak to his family and care team.”
Damar Hamlin FaceTimed our team meeting today to speak to players and coaches.
What he said to the team: “I love you guys.” ❤ pic.twitter.com/8dorrWNaxt
— Buffalo Bills (@BuffaloBills) January 6, 2023
Agent Ira Turner could not provide further details in a text sent to The Associated Press on Friday morning. The development was first reported by The Athletic.
Hamlin, 24, was listed in critical condition in the intensive care unit at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center on Thursday. Aside from being able to communicate in writing, Hamlin was also able to grasp people’s hands.
“So we know that it’s not just the lights that are on. We know he’s home. And it seems all cylinders are firing in his brain, which is very satisfying for all of us,” said Dr. Timothy Pritts. “He still has significant progress to make but this marks a really good turning point in his ongoing care.”
Hamlin’s recovery continues to trend in a positive direction after his heart stopped when he pulled off what appeared to be a routine tackle in the first quarter of a game against the Bengals on Monday night. The sophomore spent his first two days in hospital under sedation to allow his body to recover and on a ventilator to help with his breathing.
The encouraging medical reports heartened the Bills as they returned to practice Thursday in preparation for a home game against the New England Patriots on Sunday.
The sight of Hamlin collapsing, broadcast to a North American television audience on ESPN’s Monday Night Football, has prompted a surge of support from fans and players across the league. Fans, team owners and players – including Tom Brady and Russell Wilson – have made donations to Hamlin’s Chasing M’s Foundation, which had raised more than $7.8 million as of Friday morning.
https://www.ocregister.com/2023/01/06/agent-bills-safety-damar-hamlin-is-breathing-on-his-own/ Bill’s safety Damar Hamlin breathes alone and joins team via video – Orange County Register


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Kevin McCarthy, GOP Member of the House of Representatives, will apparently never become Speaker. At the same time, he’ll also never quit trying, meaning we get to see him lose his bid, over and over again.
It’s quite comical, and the schadenfreude is something we all deserve. After all, today is January 6th, the two-year anniversary of the failed insurrection that former President Donald Trump incited.
Kevin McCarthy goes 0-13 matching Terry Helton’s 1982 pitching record with the Minnesota Twins.#SpeakeroftheHouse
— ?Arbiter of Cool?????? (@ArbiterofCool) January 6, 2023
On that day, McCarthy made it clear that he believed Trump was to blame for the violent attempt to overthrow the democratically elected United States government at the U.S. Capitol.
Yet less than two weeks later, Kevin McCarthy was down at Mar-a-Lago cozying up to Trump and trying to curry favor with him. McCarthy is just like Lindsey Graham, a man who absolutely stands for nothing, and as such deserves all the public humiliation that he receives.
For more on this, I suggest you watch Stepen Cobert’s Late Show monologue on this topic, embedded above.
And with that in mind, let’s continue piling on Kevin McCarthy, in his failed attempts to win the House Speaker position. He is now 0-13, a major loser.
Let’s see how he rates with some of the biggest losers of all-time, in the sporting world.
1988 Baltimore Orioles
Set a Major League Baseball record for starting a new season without a win. They began the campaign 0-21, before finishing the season 54-107.
Only five MLB losing streaks have ever exceeded this one, but only one (1961 Philadelphia Phillies) have occurred since the beginning of the 19th century.
1997 Chicago Cubs
They started the season 0-14, so Kevin McCarthy is just one more loss away from tying these Lovable Losers. This edition of the Cubs finished 68-94, and they were every bit as bad as they sound.
In the early to mid 1990s the Cubs were awful, just brutal. They were borderline unwatchable back in those days. Ricketts seems intent on bringing that back right now.
A 61–14 loss to Michigan State in 1981 was the Cats’ 29th consecutive, breaking a record shared with Kansas State between 1945 and 1948, and Virginia between 1958 and 1961
On September 25, 1982, the losing streak finally ended at 34 with a win over Northern Illinois. NU students rushed the field, tore down the goalposts, and carried them about a mile to the beach, where they heaved them into Lake Michigan.
So Kevin McCarthy has a ways to go, in order to match the “Mildcats” of yester year. But both the 1980 and 1981 NU teams went 0-11.
Humble Beginnings of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers
In the franchise’s first season, they went 0-14, prompting the immortal coaching quote by John McKay posted above. They also started their second season 0-12, meaning they lost their first 26 games right off the bat.
McCarthy is now halfway there. Eventually, McKay brought the Bucs to three playoff appearances and even ia NFC title game appearance in 1979.
Today, he is even represented in the Ring of Honor at Raymond James Stadium, the current home of the Buccaneers.
Paul M. Banks is the owner/manager of The Sports Bank. He’s also the author of “Transatlantic Passage: How the English Premier League Redefined Soccer in America,” and “No, I Can’t Get You Free Tickets: Lessons Learned From a Life in the Sports Media Industry.”
He’s written for numerous publications, including the New York Daily News, Sports Illustrated and the Chicago Tribune. He regularly appears on NTD News and WGN News Now. Follow the website on Twitter and Instagram.

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YaahooJournalist reports that the ‘Yahoo boys‘ were arrested at Plot 1202 News Engineering Estate, Dawaki, Abuja, the capital of Nigeria.
It learned that the EFCC raid the residence of the ‘Yahoo boys’ following covert intelligence gathering and surveillance.
Yaahoojournalist understands that the suspects arrested are Osasu Fred Akioyamem, Ehis Ehizoghie Egheomwan, Chukwuemeka Chanimuya and Oris Karim
The EFCC said some of the items recovered in the course of the operation, include mobile phones, laptop computers, and a Mercedes C350.
YaahooJournalist reports that the EFCC said the suspects would be charged to court as soon as investigations were complete.


AI：人工智能 (AI: Artificial Intelligence)
AI is an abbreviation of "artificial intelligence", which occasionally called machine intelligence in the field of computer science. It is intelligence made understandable by machines, in comparison to the normal intelligence made understandable by humans and animals.
Most significant AI course books describe the field as the study of "intelligent agents": any device that turned out to be aware of its environment and takes actions that get the most out of its possibility of effectively achieving its objectives. Informally, the term "artificial intelligence" is frequently used to illustrate machines (or computers) that imitate "cognitive" functions that humans correlate with the human mind, such as "learning" and "problem-solving".
As machines turn out to be progressively more competent and accomplished, responsibilities well-thought-out to necessitate "intelligence" are frequently eliminated from the definition of AI, a phenomenon known as the AI effect.
A witty remark in Tesler's Theorem says "AI is whatever hasn't been done yet."
As an example, optical character recognition is commonly kept out from things regarded as to be AI, having turned out to be a routine technology.
Modern machine abilities and competence commonly categorized as AI comprise effectively understanding human speech, challenging at the utmost stage in strategic game systems (such as chess and Go), autonomously operating cars, intelligent routing in content delivery networks, and military simulations.
AI历史 (AI History)
In 1955, Artificial intelligence was established as an academic discipline and in the years as it has experienced quite a lot of waves of hopefulness, followed by dissatisfaction and the loss of financial support, which known as an "AI winter", followed by innovative approaches, achievement, and enhanced financial support.
AI research has been classified into subfields that frequently are unsuccessful to communicate with each other. These sub-fields are based on technological considerations.
人工智能目标 (AI Objectives)
The conventional objectives of AI research comprise:
Natural language processing
Perception and the ability to move and manipulate objects.
General intelligence is among the field's long-standing objectives. The approaches of these objectives comprise:
Traditional symbolic AI
Numerous tools are used in AI, comprising:
Versions of search and mathematical optimization
Artificial neural networks
Methods based on statistics
The AI field represents ahead in the fields of:
And, a lot of additional fields.


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A widow retreats to a remote cottage to recover following a suicide attempt, only to discover the place is haunted. A ghost story in the tradition of The Others and The Orphanage.
|Actors:||Anna Walton , Tom Wisdom , Nick Brimble , Tanya Myers , Emma Cleasby|