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Biology and Ecology of Aphids By Andreas Vilcinskas. Hardback $ eBook $ ISBN Book Description. Most people know of aphids as garden pests, infesting the soft green tissues of plants in vast numbers and killing them by sucking out the sap. Indeed, among the or so known species of aphids about are pests. The purpose of this book is to provide the best and most up-to-date information available for commercial vegetable growers in the southeastern US: Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, Oklahoma, Texas, Tennessee, South Carolina and Virginia. New data on the occurrence of aphids (Hemiptera: Aphidomorpha) in the Eastern Beskidy Mountains. The paper presents data on the occurrence of aphids species, including 50 species for the first. New Records of Aphid-Plant Associations (Hemiptera: Aphididae) from Eastern Costa Rica Article (PDF Available) in Florida Entomologist 97(Dec ) January with 96 Reads.
Genus Anoecia [Anoeciinae]. Medium-sized aphids which may be winged or wingless. Wingless adults (shown here) are greenish-gray or gray with a dark sclerotic dorsal abdominal plate. The winged form (see species overview) has a characteristic dark posteriodorsal abdominal patch, a white patch and a large black pterostigmal spot on the forewing. Young nymphs are white or cream in colour. Shop Eastern University Apparel, Textbooks, Merchandise and Gifts at the Eagles Bookstore. Flat-Rate Shipping. While aphids in general feed on a wide variety of plants, different species of aphids can be specific to certain plants. For example, some species include bean aphids, cabbage aphids, potato aphids, green peach aphids, melon aphids, and woolly apple aphids. Some aphids are darker colors, like brown. The potato aphid is a common brown aphid. Easton Press sells the world's greatest books, bound in genuine leather and accented with 22kt gold. Each book is a Collector Edition that is as magnificent to see as it is to read. Our extraordinary books are an elegant addition to any home or office, and make the perfect gift for Christmas, Birthdays, Father’s Day, Mother’s Day or any.
Canola (including Rape Seed) Hawkweed, orange (Hieracium aurantiacum), meadow (Hieracium caespitosum), and other non-native species and hybrids. This handbook is designed as a quick and ready reference for weed control practices and herbicides used in various cropping systems or sites in Idaho, Oregon, and Washington. The aphids do not like the calcium and will generally stay away from it. Natural Aphid Pesticides: Yellow Plastic Bowl Aphids are naturally attracted to the color yellow. Place a yellow plastic bowl filled about 1/3 of the way with water in the center of the infested area. Many of the aphids will be drawn to the bowl and will go into the water and die. Garden aphids, also known as plant lice, include many different species in the Aphidoidea insect are very small–roughly 1/10th of an inch long. Their most common colors are green and black, though brown, reddish-brown, and gray aphids inhabit some parts of the : Colleen Vanderlinden. Aphids feed by inserting thin mouthparts into the plant phloem and sucking out sap. There are so many species of aphids it is difficult to generalize their appearance. Aphids are globular and 1 to 6 mm long depending on life stage and species. They can be black, brown, yellow, red, gray or green.

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Rachel Sandler, 05 March 2021
John McAfee was indicted on securities fraud and money laundering charges, the Justice Department announced Friday, adding to the antivirus software pioneer’s litany of legal problems stemming from more than a decade of sometimes bizarre behavior.
McAfee and an advisor of his cryptocurrency team, Jimmy Watson Jr., were indicted on several counts of conspiracy to commit commodities and securities fraud, wire fraud conspiracy and money laundering conspiracy offenses.
Prosecutors say McAfee and his cryptocurrency team used his Twitter account, which has a million followers, to promote Initial Coin Offerings without disclosing he was being paid by the ICO issuers to do so.
Separately, McAfee and his cryptocurrency team allegedly engaged in a pump-and-dump scheme, in which they bought large amounts of publicly traded altcoins, promoted them on his Twitter account to artificially inflate their value, then sold off the altcoins shortly after, to reap the short-term gains, all without disclosing their ownership.
Prosecutors allege McAfee and his team raked in $13 million from defrauding investors, including $2 million from the pump-and-dump scheme.
McAfee is detained in Spain awaiting extradition to the U.S. on separate tax evasion charges because he believes income taxation is unconstitutional, while Watson, who also acts as McAfee’s bodyguard, was arrested in Texas Thursday night..

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And the new pope is…
After two days of deliberation the Roman Catholic Church announced the new spiritual leader on Wednesday as Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio of Argentina.
The 76-year-old becomes the first Latin American to be named papal leader. And he chose the name Pope Francis I.
The historic decision was announced in Rome just after 8 p.m., local time.
Pope Francis served as Archbishop of Buenos Aires - the city of his birth - from 1998 - three years later Pope John Paul II made him a cardinal.
While he preaches the message of compassion towards the poor and has kissed the feet of 12 AIDS patients, he is known to be very conservative in his beliefs - speaking out against gay marriage when it was legalized in Argentina in 2010, and condemning same sex couples being allowed to adopt.
He also - not surprisingly - is strongly against abortion, contraception and euthanasia.
Shortly after white smoke was released from the Sistine Chapel, the new pope was greeted with an enthusiastic crowd of faithful Catholics, whom he blessed in his first papal public address.
- Vatican Conservatives Allegedly Has 'Secret Plan' To Force Liberal Pope Francis To Resign
- Kim Kardashian & Kanye West's Plan To Out-Do The Royal Wedding With Outrageously Expensive Nuptials: The $2M Gown, The Nearly $1M Rehearsal Dinner & More!
- Justin Timberlake & Jessica Biel's $6.5M Wedding: One Of The Most Expensive In Celeb History!
Last month his predecessor Pope Benedict XVI stunned the world by resigning, becoming the first papal leader to decide to do so since 1294.

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Vegan meets Southern this winter at Whole Foods Market. The grocery chain is offering a Southern-inspired holiday menu designed by chef Jenné Claiborne, the Los Angeles-based author of the Sweet Potato Soul cookbook and blog.
Claiborne has selected dishes free of meat, dairy and eggs for Whole Foods shoppers who want to pre-order their Thanksgiving or Christmas dinners (or simply enjoy a plant-based feast sometime in between). While time is running out for Turkey Day, you have through tomorrow (Tuesday, November 26), to contact a Whole Foods near you — the menu is being offered at all locations — and place your order.
“The dishes feel traditional, like classic Thanksgiving dishes, but they also celebrate vegetables, with a focus on seasonal mushrooms, black-eyed peas, fresh greens and peppers," says Amador Acosta, senior culinary team leader for the Whole Foods Rocky Mountain region.
The main dish is a roasted-mushroom étouffée, with a mix of oyster, cremini and beech mushrooms and a Creole trinity of onion, celery and green bell peppers. Side dishes include cornbread stuffing with jalapeño and fresh rosemary, black-eyed pea fritters, and braised collard greens with smoked paprika and tomatoes. For dessert, there's a vegan pumpkin pie available.
“This meal really focuses on comfort food for the holidays,” Acosta adds. “The food is warm, with a little heat from the spice and smokiness. Green peppers, celery and smoked paprika are used in a variety of the dishes to tie the meal together, yet each dish is unique.”
All of Claiborne's dishes are available online, and you can supplement them with additional vegan items — such as rosemary dinner rolls and mushroom gravy — that differ by store. While you only have one more day to order for Thanksgiving, you can choose from the same dishes in December, for pickup from December 19 to 31. Orders must be placed at least 48 hours before pickup.
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An aerial photograph of this site shows the cropmarks of a rectangular enclosure. It may be the remains of a Roman period settlement.
FIELD OBSERVATION, Ordnance Survey Archaeology Division Field Investigation 1971; B H Pritchard
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UN Secretary General Stands with HIAS
By Sharon Samber, HIAS.org
Nov 01, 2018
United Nations Secretary General António Guterres yesterday expressed solidarity with HIAS.
In a meeting at UN headquarters in New York with HIAS President and CEO Mark Hetfield, HIAS Board Chair Dianne F. Lob, spiritual leader Rabbi Joseph Telushkin, and other HIAS staff and board members, Secretary Guterres condemned anti-Semitism and thanked HIAS for working to protect refugees.
”HIAS represents the best of humanity — decency, compassion and solidarity with the most vulnerable,” he said.
Gutteres called for the meeting with Hetfield personally express his solidarity with HIAS after the October 27 mass-shooting at a Pittsburgh synagugue by a gunman who expressed anger at HIAS' work protecting refugees.
Earlier in the day the Secretary General attended an interfaith service at Manhattan's Park East Synagogue to honor the 11 victims of the attack, the Secretary General noted the rise in anti-Semitism in many societies, as well as acts of xenophobia and racism. He said there is a need “to address the root causes that are undermining the cohesion of our societies” as they are creating conditions for hatred. Gutteres urged leaders to speak out against hate and violence.
“We have to condemn. We have to speak up. We have to be very firm in denouncing horrendous acts like the one in Pittsburgh, but we need to assume our responsibilities as leaders to prevent these things from happening and to address the root causes that help them to develop,” he said.
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) October 31, 2018
Hetfield discussed with the Secretary General how society has allowed fear and hate to manifest as real-world violence. “I want to thank you for speaking out against xenophobia and hate speech so consistently,” Hetfield told Gutteres.
Guterres, who served as the UN High Commissioner for Refugees from 2005 to 2015, said that he had worked with HIAS for many years. “It is the most fantastic humanitarian organization I have ever met.”

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JD Gyms – part of the high street sportswear giant – has taken over a 30,000-sq.ft unit at Prospect Park, off Limewood Approach.
The £2million fitness centre will be the chain’s largest site, and boasts 250 individual pieces of training equipment.
The recent Budget Gym of the Year winner will also be home to saunas, a sprint track, the city’s largest free weights area and a boot camp zone. The studio hosts 400 classes a month, which are free for members to attend.
JD Gyms has taken on 15 new staff to run the centre after signing a 15-year lease on the previously vacant building.
Their arrival means the business park is close to being fully occupied.
JD Gyms managing director Alun Peacock, said:
“We are delighted to have opened our brand new, low-cost gym with a difference in Leeds. We worked closely with Prospect Estates throughout the process to open the gym on budget and on time. We are offering exceptional fitness facilities, an unrivalled class timetable, luxury surroundings and saunas in a convenient location on a highly affordable, non-contract basis. A gym of this calibre in this area has been a long time coming and feedback and take- up from local residents has been incredible.”


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Narcissistic guy, test required to go to school, the pathetic narcissistic guy
After I appeared, the boy’s face twisted. Satsuki stood behind my back and she pressed herself tightly against me, she was also grabbing my clothes tightly.
“Hey~~~Isn’t this the useless thing Lin Xiang?” The guy yelled arrogantly.
The people around me were very quiet, and no one said a word. If this happened before, I was sure that they’d tease me and make me feel worse. It’s just that I hadn’t heard of anyone calling me useless Lin Xiang for quite some time.
“I am asking you, who were you referring to when you mentioned about shitty luck?” I tilted my head and looked at the guy.
I suddenly felt that I’d changed back into the old proud self.
“Ha~~~doesn’t the rubbish already know how much he’s got? I was obviously talking about you, you crap.” The guy pointed at me and looked as if he wanted to eat me.
I looked at Uraya standing in the crowd. He didn’t walk toward me and it made me feel strange.
I’d known Uraya for five days already. He always rushed toward me whenever a guy was acting offensively, but how come he had stopped doing that? Was he scared?
Uraya looked as if he was watching a good show, and I finally understood that he wanted me to teach this guy a lesson. Also, since he didn’t come, it’s probably because he knew that it would be useless anyway, as his level wasn’t as high as the guy in front of me.
So, what should I do to make him stop? I thought for a while, then smiled at him.
“Si~~” After seeing this scene, the students around him all took a deep breath. They also started whispering, “is it real? He was still smiling so happily just a minute ago and he was instantly beaten up by Chino Yusuke so violently.”
“Lin Xiang is just so cool…he successfully defeated Chino Yusuke and he couldn’t even fight Lin Xiang back.”
“Right, how come I never found out that he’s so handsome? I start to regret now as the prettiest girls in the grade have already got him, there’re even 3 of them.”
“Looks like we have no hope. Sigh…”
“Hey, pretty, have you seen me? I’m also very powerful.”
“I don’t ask you to defeat the first one of the grade. Can you at least guarantee that you can defeat the sixth one? I bet that you can’t.”
“Oh! So painful! You rubbish!!! Let go of me!!!” The narcissistic guy called Chino Yusuke kept hitting my arm. Unfortunately, I didn’t feel painful at all.
“Yeah, I’m rubbish, but what about you? You’re not even a rubbish!”
“You…you rubbish, let go of me! Do you know who I am? Do you know what my team is called?”
“Ugh~~~ I’m not interested in your identity or the name of your team. I just don’t want you to cling to Satsuki anymore!” Afterwards, I let go of the narcissist guy.
After I let go, he took a few steps back while covering his face. After he rubbed his face with the marks of my fingers, he looked at the students surrounding him and Satsuki behind me. Suddenly, he rushed toward me with a loud scream.
What was he doing? He’s a mage but instead of using magic, he chose to fight with me in a short distance. Wasn’t it equal to asking for death?
I wanted to punch him straightly, but I just wanted to scare him. If he didn’t stop and if I destroyed his looks, it wouldn’t be my fault…obviously, he was scared by my action and stopped at once. He panted heavily and his eyes were bloodshot…his looked at me like he wanted to kill me, and his lips were shaking. Then, he pointed at me and shouted, “well, you rubbish! Since you ambushed me, just wait and see! I’ll surely make you regret!” Afterwards, he turned away and left in the crowd.
Oh? So he could still act ruthlessly? Was he going to find someone from his team? If that’s the case, things might get even more dramatic. However, my principle stayed the same – if no one offended me, then I wouldn’t offend anyone either, but that doesn’t mean that I would let others bully me. If anyone dared to do so, I’d surely make them pay the price.
“Ok, then I will wait for you in class C.” I waved at his shadow and I didn’t see him again.
“Hey, what happened? How did you know such a guy?” I patted on Satsuki’s head.
Satsuki grabbed my arm and held it tightly. Her bright eyes kept staring at me and I could feel her tremendous happiness. Her pink lips moved a little, as if she wanted to say something. In the end, she only smiled a little and buried her head in my arms.
I was shocked by her action. We were in a public place and this intimate action would make other people misunderstand…although I didn’t mind, her reputation was still very important.
I looked around me and found that the students who had initially been looking had already left, they hadn’t seen the intimate action of Satsuki at all. What happened? Had they all already taken me as her boyfriend? Um…if it’s true, that wouldn’t be a bad thing. Although we were not a couple, if people started thinking that we were, then perhaps those guys would stop bothering Satsuki.
“Big brother, I’m going back to the classroom first, and I’ll ring the class bell.” Uraya gave me a thumbs-up and blinked, showing a filthy smile.
“Ah, go back. I’m going to class too.” Then, I pushed Satsuki’s shoulder and whispered, “hey, what’s wrong with you? Why are you so happy?” Although I couldn’t see Satsuki’s face, I could feel her smiling.
“Haha~~Of course I’m happy, it turns out that you really care about me.” Satsuki raised her head and showed me a sweet smile.
“You only found out that I care about you? I’ve always cared about you, right?” As I said, I was about to knock on her head.

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American singer Ciara is on a mission to get back in shape! Letting fans know about the same she told her fans about her postpartum workout program and confirms she hopes to lose 48 lbs. Son Win Harrison, last month, gave birth to her third child.
The 34-year-old “Rooted” singer posted a photograph on Instagram on Monday, revealing in the caption that she would “work really hard” to lose her baby weight.
The post’s caption read, “P.s. don’t know how easy it’s going be considering 3 baby’s now! Going to work really hard at this! Let’s go Mamma’s 💃🏽💪🏽”
On July 23 Ciara and husband Russell Wilson welcomed Win — named after the late father of the Seahawks quarterback. The pair are also parents of daughter Sienna Princess, 3, and son Future Zahir, 6, of Ciara.
The “1, 2 Step” singer opened up about the difficulty of moving from two to three babies to a news portal, saying there will “definitely going to be a lot of learning to do because every day is a new day in this era.”
“But I think as a parent, once you have two, any more after that it’s like you’re ready,” she said. “A baby has so many milestones and there’s so much to look forward to.”
“It’s a house full of love,” she said.
Meanwhile, Ciara has defined her pregnancy with Win as the “slowest pregnancy of all,” the singer definitely hasn’t slowed down to delivery. Previously, the new mother of three talked about working with Win on her latest single, “Rooted.”
“I was so proud of the process because I shot the video two weeks away from delivery for one part, and then I shot the other part just two days out,” she said in a BTS at the making of the music video.
“I probably could only do each take for like two minutes and then I needed to take a break,” she precisely said in the video.
“It also felt good working on it while knowing I was about to give birth to my newest angel, I was still grinding, and making it all happen at the same time.”
“Even down to literally being in labor having to give approvals for the song to make the deadlines — it was just an incredible experience that I will forever cherish.”
Here are best wishes to the Ciara, we hope she accomplishes her goals to Lose 48 Lbs. and continue to be a fit mommy!


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Welcome! WositeWisdom.net introduces Wosite, the wisdom of indigenous Jōmon civilization, to the Western world. The Jōmon people thrived in isolation on the islands of the Japanese archipelago for 12,000 years or more, from the end of the last Ice Age until the Common Era.
Scenic photos shown on this site are mostly from our field trips to Jōmon Japan. They depict the landscape, the mountains, forests, and streams, the plants that grow there, much as it was in Jōmon times. There are also photos of creations of the Jōmon people: pyramid mountains with flat tops for holding sacred ceremonies, and megaliths (like those above) that they constructed for the purpose of obtaining astronomical data related to the solar calendar and to directions on earth.
The people of those times left teachings called Wosite for the generations to follow them. We have discovered these writings in a beautiful ancient script which is attuned to the Way of the Universe.
The WoshiteWorld blog, https://woshiteworld.wordpress.com/, which began in 2016 is a resource for those wanting to know about the Wosite documents and how to read them.
In contrast to that site, this WositeWisdom site relates the study of Wosite to the wider world of conscious living. We raise deep questions for the spiritual seeker:
Who am I, really?
What kind of conscious being am I?
Where did I come from, where do I go?
Why — for what purpose — am I here?
How can I best contribute to life on this planet and in this Universe?
Join us as we explore the wonders of life. Welcome to Wosite Wisdom!
To learn more
Please read the next page, WOSITE: OUR JOMON HERITAGE for an introduction to Wosite as the language, culture, and civilization of the Jōmon people.
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This site is brought to you by Okunomichi, who represents a group of Western seekers of Wisdom. We are focusing primarily on the Wisdom of ancient Japan when there was not even a nation by that name. Over a long period of time, an advanced civilization grew independently. It developed high levels of understanding of the universe and how to live in harmony. This knowledge, these teachings, have been hard to discover for us in the West. We are finding them through our sacred network and we are sharing them with you. This is our contribution to Sacred Wisdom of the world.
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Grandmaster – the highest rank in chess and checkers. In 1949, the International Chess Federation established the title of “International Grandmaster”. Starting next year, this title began to be awarded to men, and since 1976 to women.
The first chess player to be named grandmaster was Briton William Lewis. That is how he was presented by the London newspaper Bella Life in his February 18, 1838 issue. The next time the word “grandmaster” was mentioned already in the twentieth century. In 1914, at a tournament in St. Petersburg, the Russian emperor Nicholas II named the five finalists as grandmasters. At the beginning Continue reading
Until the middle of the 19th century, chess games were played without time control. Parties lasted several hours in a row, and sometimes even days. Some players in a knowingly losing position began to drag out time, forcing the opponent to be nervous. When the nerves were completely lost, the opponent could agree to a draw, or even lose. If the opponents did not have time to finish the game in one game day, the game was postponed. The player whose last move was before the game was postponed recorded the secret move. The game was played out on the appointed day.
The literature describes the match between Howard Staunton and Pierre Saint-Aman in 1843. The 21st game of their match lasted 66 moves for 14.5 hours. Continue reading
The time to think about the next move is limited and is fixed by a chess clock. But despite this, each game can last an unlimited amount of time and parties. Let us turn to the history of chess tournaments to check whether this is actually so.
The very first international chess tournament (in the history of modern chess) was held in London in 1851 and brought together 16 participants. The tournament consisted of 4 circles, and such an outcome of the game as a draw did not count. In the first round, the participants played 3 games for the majority of victories, the subsequent circles consisted of 28 games in total. Thus, the number of parties was established by the tournament management.
The 1927 match, which marked the beginning of a new chess era thanks to the victory of Alexander Continue reading

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Symmes Township will hold a fall clean-up on Saturday, Sept. 17 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Symmes Township administration building at 9323 Union Cemetery Road.
During that time, Symmes Townshp residents can bring trash, appliances, old furniture, metal items, tires, used motor oil and car batteries for disposal. All metal items including appliances will be recycled. Freon will be recovered from all air conditioners, dehumidifiers, refrigerators and freezers at a cost of $20 for each appliance. Only cash will be accepted.
No brush or yard waste will be accepted. Residents can bring those items to LA Supply at 10776 Loveland Madeira Road for disposal. Also, the township will not accept hazardous household waste such as paints, solvents or other chemicals. These items may be deposited at designated recycling sites sponsored by Hamilton County Environmental Services.
Participants will be asked to show proof of residency in the form of a driver’s license and current utility bill.
For more information, please call the Symmes Township administration office at 683-6644.


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The NCAA appears to have passed the buck when it comes to one of the major pressing issues of college athletics. As the push for transgender inclusion continues, sports across all spectrums have become a risk for losing fairness and equality. Countless athletes from college as well as former Olympians such as Caitlyn Jenner have spoken out regarding the issue. Now, the NCAA has issued a new policy regarding their stance on transgender participation. The decision: it appears they are not willing to take a definitive stance and have passed the responsibility (and therefore the blame either way) onto others.
The NCAA’s Board of Governors passed a policy which makes each individual sport’s governing body responsible for the decision as to how they handle transgender athletes. The NCAA claimed the new policy was bringing college athletics closer to Olympic standards, since the majority of Olympic athletes were college athletes. In reality, it allows the organization to wash its hands of responsibility regarding how college athletics addresses this issue which many athletes have said provides an unfair advantage for some transgender competitors.
John DeGioria, president of Georgetown University and NCAA board chairman, reaffirmed the NCAA’s support of transgender athletes while simultaneously passing the responsibility off to others. Under the new NCAA policy, the national governing body of each individual sport will hold the responsibility to make the determination as to how they handle transgender athletes.
Previously, the NCAA had required one year of testosterone suppression therapy for transgender women athletes prior to competing in women’s sports.
Olympic gold medalist Caitlyn Jenner, born William Bruce Jenner, publicly came out as a transgender woman in April 2015 and has spoken out to say transgender athletes should not compete in women’s sports because of the unfair advantage biologically someone who was born male could have over females. Under the new policy, it appears there is the potential for more division than unity in college sports. For example, the governing board of freestyle swimming could decide to allow transgender women to compete in women’s sports while the governing board of basketball could deny transgender women the opportunity to compete on a women’s team. This new policy will usher in a completely new period of chaos and confusion.
Additionally, the refusal of the NCAA to deny transgender athletes to ability to compete in women’s sports creates an entirely new issue for Christians. Despite the advocacy of some Church leaders for more inclusion of LGBTQ individuals, this new policy paves the path for endorsement and acceptance of transgender individuals to promote their lifestyle and therefore promoting sin. In June 2019, the Vatican issued a document titled “Male and Female He Created Them: Towards a Path of Dialogue on the Question of Gender Theory in Education” which promoted the need to love individuals who are LGBTQ while simultaneously maintaining there is no distinction from biological sex and gender. It asserts the aim and purpose of transgender identity seeks to “annihilate the concept of nature”. Official Church teachings have also called homosexuality “intrinsically disordered”, a “moral evil” and rejected the teachings of gender identity theory.
We, as Christians, are to view the events and issues of today in light of Church teaching and Biblical truth. As Christians, we should stand opposed to sin and the promotion of sin. Therefore, we should be opposed to transgender athletes being allowed to compete in women’s sports not only because of the unfair advantage given to these athletes (as evidenced with Penn’s Lia Thomas who started breaking Ivy League records while competing against women after transitioning to a woman) but because allowing transgender women to compete in women’s sports promotes the concept that to be transgender is acceptable and normal. It’s not normal and it should not be acceptable as Christians.
I agree, and understand, the issue is complex and involves a lot of emotions for those who have loved ones who are LGBTQ or those who are struggling with this lifestyle. Our love and compassion for these individuals should never overshadow the need to issue a call for repentance and urge those in this lifestyle to turn to Christ. To point one towards Christ, urge repentance, and encourage a life of holiness is the greatest way we can show love. It’s the highest form of love we can give to another is to help them draw near to Christ and become saints. There is no sainthood without repentance.
In light of the new NCAA policy, Christians should pray for the governing boards of each individual sport. We should pray each board chooses to reject any policy which would promote transgenderism and that the boards would accept policies which would uphold the dignity of each individual as they are created by God.


LSO St Luke's
Inside Out: Byron Wallen
Free outdoor lunchtime music
A dynamic jazz session with trumpet, trombone and tuba.
According to Jazzwise, trumpeter Byron Wallen is 'one of the most innovative, exciting and original trumpet players alive'. Byron has collaborated with a host of jazz legends and World Music artists. His current work includes a commission from the British Science Museum. In 2003, Byron received the BBC Innovation in Jazz award.
Inside Out is a series of free lunchtime outdoor music concerts outside LSO St Luke's during the summer months.
We invite people to bring their lunches and picnics and enjoy the summer sunshine with some music – a perfect break from the office and great for families.
You don't need to book in advance, just turn up on the day!


What You Need to Know is we have seen the 2022 Democrat playbook, and it’s very effective. What we can learn from the California Recall is: 1) Democrats took it seriously — they motivated their base and didn’t shy from their health COVID decisions. 2) Republican Party of California was not organized and ready for this — and it echos a worry for 2022. 3) Larry Elder was really good and solidified his new influential status — but so did Gavin Newsom. 4) Republicans do not have health freedom strategies that beat people’s fear. We have to figure out those solutions and messaging and fast.
Martin Dugard, co-author of the best-selling ‘killing’ series, talks about his recently released book Taking Paris: The Epic Battle for the City of Lights. Dugard explains his process of writing books. He keeps his historical books fast paced and full of interesting information. To get a copy for yourself, go to MartinDugard.com.
Ronald Kessler, New York Times bestselling author of books about the White House, Secret Service, FBI, and CIA, shares his recent article — Behind Biden’s Catastrophe in Afghanistan. Kessler gives his opinion on many topics, the war in Afghanistan, Woodward’s new book and who Biden’s advisors are in the White House. Check out more of his work at RonaldKessler.com.
Wrap up: Biden is basically saying that he doesn’t care what you want, the federal government is going to your neighborhood to tell you how you must live — Opinion | It’s Time to Dismantle America’s Residential Caste System.


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Here's an excerpt from "Medicare's Rosy Health*":
For example: The report assumes that Congress will deeply slash doctors' Medicare pay. Congress has threatened to do so, but has always backed off. That's the infamous "doc fix." The doctors are due for a 23 percent pay cut in December. Congress will back down, as it always does.(Read the full text of "Medicare's Rosy Health*".)
Scratch about $250 billion to $300 billion in "savings" over a decade.
...Another example of the absurdity of these projections: Under an inflation formula imposed by the new law, Medicare payments would tumble below the abysmally low Medicaid payments by the end of the decade. They'd fall from nearly 80 percent of private insurance prices now to about 50 percent by 2050. That would squeeze many doctors, hospitals, surgical centers and other providers into oblivion.
Long before that happens, hospitals and other facilities will stop treating Medicare patients and raise costs for private patients...
Sooner or later, reality will always catch up with bad accounting. The only question is when.

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Welcome to The Trailer Park.
Today’s trailer is from the upcoming Sci-Fi, Chappie. Brought to you from the same man that brought you District 9 and Elysium comes Chappie. Expected to be release March 6, 2015 you can see the distinct style of Neill Blomkamp in this film. Neill Blomkamp once again has Sharlto Copley in his film and using the same technology use in the new Planet of the Ape films brings Chappie to life. The film was shot in Mexico and the U.S.
Every child comes into the world full of promise, and none more so than Chappie: he is gifted, special, a prodigy. Like any child, Chappie will come under the influence of his surroundings – some good, some bad – and he will rely on his heart and soul to find his way in the world and become his own man. But there’s one thing that makes Chappie different from anyone else: he is a robot. The first robot with the ability to think and feel for himself. His life, his story, will change the way the world looks at robots and humans forever.
Written by Sony Pictures Entertainment
Source: YouTube, IMDb
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Hey Folks welcome to Ep 33 Old Guy Comic Talk. My guest on this show is Paul for BK Playground and we get our comic book geek on. Now if I was smart I would of written down what comics we talk about but I didn’t. Well one was Alex and Ada. Oh yeah the Field also and others. Also I have a clip from s7evendaysageek where Oz does his own version of Dr Susses. So take a listen you won’t die. Well I don’t think you will. If you do don’t say anything.

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A Guide to Different Types of Ramekins
When it comes to cooking and baking, having the right tools can make a world of difference. Ramekins are one such tool that can be incredibly versatile in the kitchen. They are small, individual-sized dishes that are used for a variety of purposes. Ramekins come in different shapes, sizes, and materials, each with its own unique benefits and uses. In this article, we’ll explore some of the different types of ramekins available on the market today.
Glass Ramekins: Versatile and Heat Resistant
Glass ramekins are a popular choice among home cooks and professional chefs alike. The main advantage of using glass ramekins is their heat resistance. They can withstand high temperatures without cracking or shattering, making them ideal for use in the oven or microwave. Glass ramekins are also transparent, allowing you to easily monitor the cooking process. Additionally, glass ramekins can be used for serving cold dishes like dips and desserts, making them a versatile option in any kitchen.
Ceramic Ramekins: Classic and Stylish
Ceramic ramekins are a classic choice that never goes out of style. They are known for their durability, heat retention, and even heat distribution. Ceramic ramekins are available in a wide range of colors and patterns, making them a stylish choice for serving individual portions of appetizers, soufflés, or crème brûlée. Additionally, ceramic ramekins can also be used for food storage, and they often come with lids to keep leftovers fresh in the refrigerator.
Silicone Ramekins: Flexible and Non-Stick
Silicone ramekins are a modern and practical choice for those who value convenience in the kitchen. Silicone is a flexible and non-stick material that makes it easy to release food from the ramekin without any sticking or residue. Silicone ramekins are also dishwasher safe and can be folded or rolled up for compact storage. They are great for making individual portions of baked goods, custards, and frozen desserts.
Stainless Steel Ramekins: Durable and Easy to Clean
Stainless steel ramekins are a popular choice in professional kitchens due to their durability and easy maintenance. They are resistant to rust, corrosion, and staining, making them long-lasting and easy to clean. Stainless steel ramekins are suitable for both cooking and serving, as they can withstand high temperatures and maintain food temperature for longer periods. They are commonly used for baking savory dishes like individual pot pies, gratins, or roasted vegetables.
Porcelain Ramekins: Elegant and Delicate
Porcelain ramekins are often associated with fine dining and elegant presentations. They are known for their delicate appearance and are commonly used for serving individual portions of soufflés, mousses, or panna cottas. Porcelain ramekins have excellent heat retention, meaning that your dishes will remain warm for longer. Additionally, their smooth and non-porous surface makes them easy to clean and resistant to odors and stains.


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Jack, a senior at Duke University, saw an opportunity to make a difference and ran with it. As a member of the Duke club basketball team, Jack decided to use one of their tournaments to raise $1,000 for kids in need. 11 different universities participated in this multi-day tournament. What's amazing is that Jack was a part of the first JamQuest ever back when he was 14 years old!
“Such a small effort can make a huge difference in the lives of these kids,” says Jack; “I know by going through JamQuest I can see the actual differences our donations are making.”
The money that Jack raised will be going to help kids in Kenya and the Philippines! We are so excited to see future events at Duke and we are inspired by Jack's leadership to help kids in need!


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Brides of Christ, royal marriage and the conversion of the English in Bede’s Historia Ecclesiastica
University College Cork
This thesis is an attempt to determine the role of marriage and women in the overall context of Bede’s HE. It is not intended to comment on the position of women or the importance of marriage in Anglo-Saxon society, although at times this will be referred to, but will endeavour to read Bede’s text in the light of his scriptural commentaries, based on his biblical and patristic inheritance. Bede’s understanding of marriage is firmly based on the Christian conception of this institution and this underlies everything that he writes about marriage in the HE. Christian marriage is important because the earthly institution is a figure of the relationship between Christ and the Church, and within this the relationship between every Christian soul and Christ can be identified. This thesis will demonstrate that the different levels at which marriage can be understood in a Christian context are at work in Bede’s HE. In reading the book, the proper practice of Christian marriage is revealed in Bede’s descriptions of real marriages (usually royal examples). Marriage as an image of the union between Christ and his Church is also revealed in the book through Bede’s presentation of the conversion of new peoples to Christianity. A third level, that is the spiritual view of marriage, which teaches that every Christian soul is united in holy matrimony to Christ, the true Bridegroom, is also evident in his accounts of people dedicated to the virginal life from love for their heavenly spouse, Christ. These different aspects repeatedly interlink, as without the physical marriages discussed the peoples would not have been brought into the Church and, similarly, as every Christian soul is the Bride of Christ, all these souls together make up the Church, which is the true Bride of Christ and will be joined to him at the end of time. These three levels are at play throughout the book, so that Christian instruction is provided to every reader depending on their capacity to receive it. Chapter One introduces the biblical and patristic understanding of marriage imagery as it relates to Christ’s union with the Church, and the union of the divine and human natures in Christ, and argues that this ecclesiological image underlies Bede’s presentation of Anglo-Saxon conversion in the book. Chapter Two examines the marriage of Edwin and Æthelburh in detail, as Bede’s narrative reveals that this marriage brought the king to Christianity. Within this it suggests that Bede is instructing his audience about the proper practice of Christian marriage, and the role of a Christian wife. Chapter Three considers Bede’s account of the conversion of Northumbria following Edwin’s baptism and examines his use of marriage imagery in presenting Paulinus’ mission. It also discusses Eanflæd’s role in the build-up to the Synod of Whitby and suggests that her marriage to Oswiu helps the reader to understand the division caused by the Easter controversy in the whole kingdom. Chapter Four is concerned with Bede’s account of Æthelthryth, which has received much comment in recent years. It will focus on his description of the former Northumbrian queen as a bride of Christ, assessing what that means in patristic thinking, and the influence of this on Bede’s presentation of her life. These three central chapters recognise the role that queens played in the development of the Church in Northumbria and follow a chronological sequence, as they are successively presented as queens of Northumbria in Bede’s book. Chapter Five considers Bede’s account of Hild and her role in the Northumbrian Church, as her life spanned the most important decades in its early development and she personally knew many of the most significant figures of this period. It will continue to demonstrate that various other holy women, who are introduced (often very briefly) throughout the book, are important in understanding the building up of a Church among a new people. They reveal that Christianity extends to all peoples, in all walks of life, who are simultaneously at very different levels of conversion. It will argue that Bede’s presentation of marriage and women in the HE can tell us much about his view of the Christian life and that an understanding of these women’s lives in the overall context of the book can help us to understand Bede’s view of the importance of Christian salvation in the life of a new people of God.
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MacCarron, M. 2007. Brides of Christ, royal marriage and the conversion of the English in Bede’s Historia Ecclesiastica. PhD Thesis, University College Cork.


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Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation and Mass Mentoring Team Up for Mentoring Night at TD Garden
Over One Hundred Fifty Mentors and Mentees Receive Free Celtics Tickets to the
February 15 Game against the Pistons and the Bill Russell Legacy Project will be highlighted
For Immediate Release
BOSTON (February 14, 2012) – The Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation (BCSF) is proud to team up with the Mass Mentoring Partnership (MMP) for the second annual Mentoring Night at TD Garden. BCSF will donate over 150 Celtics tickets to mentors and mentees from around the state. In addition to the tickets, some mentees will take part in special pre-game opportunities including the Boston Celtics High Five Kids Tunnel. Mentoring Night will also raise awareness for the Bill Russell Legacy Project, which includes a Mentoring Grant Program that will invest in Boston’s youth by awarding grants annually to local non-profit organizations to help increase the number of children in Boston who have access to quality, structured, caring adult mentoring programs.
“The Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation prides itself on providing life enriching experiences to local children in need,” Boston Celtics Managing Partner and President of the Shamrock Foundation Stephen Pagliuca said. “The partnership with MMP on Mentoring Night at TD Garden and the Bill Russell Mentoring Grant Program allows us to work towards fulfilling this mission, while simultaneously raising awareness to the ever increasing struggles faced by youth throughout the local community.”
Mentoring Night and the Bill Russell Mentoring Grant Program are expansions of the partnership between the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation and MMP, which includes an annual ticket donation program, Shamrock Dreams, where season ticket holders can donate any preseason or regular season tickets to the BCSF. Last year, Celtics season-ticket holders donated 1,463 tickets to MMP valued at over $156,000 offering matches from mentoring programs in MMP’s statewide network a unique experience.
“I am thrilled and thankful that the Celtics have embraced mentoring and have established this program. Being Captain of the Celtics is one of the things I am most proud of in my career and mentoring has become my personal passion for many years,” Celtics Legend Bill Russell said. “I am very proud to be a part of this program and to be able to help make a positive impact on children in Boston.”
“The partnership with the Boston Celtics Shamrock Foundation and the Bill Russell Legacy Project will not only provide a memorable experience for mentors and mentees but will also enable us to raise public awareness around the power of mentoring and enable mentoring programs to provide more caring, adult mentors to children,” Chief Program Officer of Mass Mentoring Partnership Marty Martinez said.
During the game, the Celtics will present their Heroes Among Us Award to Katherine Shea a mentor with the Big Sister Association of Greater Boston. The Heroes Among Us Award is presented to an individual who, through their unique commitment and humanitarian spirit, have made exceptional and lasting contributions to our community.
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ATLANTA — Editor's note: Aaron Shoemaker is the voice translating for David Cowan in the video above.
Standing alongside Gov. Brian Kemp during many news conferences is David Cowan, a deaf interpreter.
Cowan, with his characteristic white beard and rounded glasses, has been at the forefront of communicating to Atlanta's deaf community.
One of Cowan's most recognizable moments was during Atlanta's pride parade in Oct 2019, where Cowan's gleeful interpretation of Beyoncé's "Get Bodied" went viral.
"That was really some of the first times that many hearing people actually paid attention to what I was doing," he said. "So in a way, it was a blessing for me to carry people to, to finally have that recognition of my work as a deaf interpreter, and to see how important that work is."
Cowan said people's initial reaction when finding out he's deaf is confusion. He gets strange expressions and questions, wondering how he can interpret if he can't hear.
"Of course, I have to explain that I worked with a hearing interpreter. He stands where the cameras are standing so that I can see him, and then I can interpret for all the cameras," Cowan said.
Cowan uses sign language to help other people who are deaf. He takes what the hearing interpreter has said in sign language and renders it in a more complete spectrum of American Sign Language.
Cowan has interpreted during COVID-19, social marches and pride parades. told 11Alive he hasn't been contacted by Atlanta Pride to interpret as of yet, but he's certainly up for participating again this year.


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The mushroom concept of the Deutsche Bahn is the operating plan for the railway and S-Bahn routes of the reunified Berlin . It is named after the route of the main routes, which looks like a mushroom on the city map .
As in many other large cities, the railway lines in Berlin ended after their construction in different terminal stations in the city. Already in the 19th century one began to link some of these routes with each other, with
- the connecting line , which already connected the terminal stations in the south at street level in the 1850s,
- the Ringbahn , which runs around the city center, with tracks for S-Bahn and other traffic,
- the light rail , which crosses the city in an east-west direction on a viaduct , also with long-distance and S-Bahn tracks.
In the 1930s the
- North-south tunnel of the S-Bahn, without long-distance railway tracks.
In 1917, the city planner Martin Mächler proposed in a development plan to build a tunnel between Potsdam and Anhalter Bahn and the Lehrter Bahnhof. Above that, building areas should be created to expand the inner city. The Lehrter Bahnhof was to be expanded as a Friedrich List station into a crossing station for north-south and east-west traffic. This model was later to be implemented in a modified form as a mushroom concept .
After the Second World War until the early 1950s, the remaining old terminal stations of Lehrter Bahnhof , Potsdamer Bahnhof , Anhalter Bahnhof , Görlitzer Bahnhof and Stettiner Bahnhof (Nordbahnhof) were shut down because they were badly destroyed and West Berlin was cut off from the surrounding GDR and so on had reduced long-distance traffic. The other terminal stations, such as the Hamburger Bahnhof , were closed as early as the 19th century.
All long-distance traffic in West Berlin was shifted to the light rail route. In East Berlin , in addition to the light rail, the Lichtenberg station has become the most important station and new connections to the north and south. The most important train stations in Berlin on the Stadtbahn route were the Ostbahnhof (until 1950: Schlesischer Bahnhof , from 1987: Hauptbahnhof , since 1998: Ostbahnhof again ) in the east and Zoologischer Garten station in the west.
After the German reunification it became clear that a reorganization of the Berlin railway network was necessary. The Berlin-Lichtenberg train station was too peripheral for large parts of the city, the tram had only limited capacity and there was no long-distance connection to the central areas of the city in north and south directions.
At the beginning of the 1990s, various variants were up for discussion:
- A "ring model" aimed at restoring the previous Berlin railway concept and provided for the expansion of the ring line (partly with four tracks). The north-south traffic should be routed over the inner ring, the east-west traffic mainly over the light rail. With this concept, the trains would have had to stop at several stations in order to guarantee sufficient transfer options.
- The reconstruction of the terminal stations was also proposed, but not taken into account.
- An axis cross model provided intersecting axes and the expansion of the ring line at the Lehrter station. This mushroom concept was developed by DEC from 1991 .
- Another axis cross model examined a central station right in the center of Berlin around Friedrichstrasse station .
When comparing the ring model with the axle box model, experts and Deutsche Reichsbahn certified the axle box model as having advantages over the ring model, particularly in terms of costs and operational implementation.
Decision for the mushroom concept
The Deutsche Reichsbahn and the Berlin Senate opted for the mushroom concept, a modified form of the axis cross model. It was confirmed by the Federal Ministry of Transport on July 15, 1992 and included in the Federal Transport Infrastructure Plan. The forecast total costs up to 2010 were around 20 billion marks in 1994 .
At the request of Deutsche Bahn AG and the State of Berlin (Senate Department for Building and Housing) on September 12, 1995, the Berlin branch of the Federal Railway Authority granted the right to build the "heart" of the new railway concept. This included the main train station, the tunnel for the north-south long-distance railway , the Potsdamer Platz station, the section of the U5 underground line and the relocation of the federal highway 96 . Most of it went into operation with the opening of Berlin Central Station on May 28, 2006.
The operating concept defines on which tracks long-distance and regional trains cross the city and at which stations they stop. When planning the concept, the following criteria were used:
- Travelers to Berlin can easily reach all areas of the city. On the one hand, the long-distance train stations are located at central points in the city and, on the other hand, they are well connected to the city transport network ( local transport ).
- Travelers through Berlin can easily change trains or - if they do not change trains - cross the city quickly.
- As few new tracks and stations as possible are being built and as few new areas as possible (scarce in the center of Berlin) are needed.
The realized concept
The mushroom concept includes the construction of a north-south long-distance line with a 3.5 kilometer long tunnel . This tunnel runs west of the existing S-Bahn tunnel and crosses the light rail on the grounds of the Lehrter station. At this point the new Berlin Central Station was built , which is served by almost all long-distance trains arriving in Berlin.
The new north-south line and the old light rail line form the stem and the brim of the mushroom. The roof is the northern section of the Ringbahn, which directs trains coming from Hamburg to the northern end of the new tunnel, as well as its northwest and northeast sections, which have been expanded for operational purposes. The southern end of the tunnel is directly connected to the line leading to Leipzig . Trains from Rostock and Stralsund are directed into the tunnel from the northeast.
The former Lehrter Bahnhof was the end of the lines from Hamburg and Hanover , which now flow directly into the new central station. South of it and near the former Potsdamer and Anhalter train stations, the new regional train station Potsdamer Platz was built . This is completely underground and has a connection to the north-south S-Bahn and the U2 subway line.
In addition, the following stations have been expanded for long-distance traffic:
- Gesundbrunnen on the northeast ring line for trains in the direction of Mecklenburg and for trains ending in the south
- Spandau in the west outside the ring line for trains in the direction of Hamburg and Hanover
- Südkreuz (until 2006: Papestrasse S-Bahn station ) at the intersection with the southern ring line for trains in the direction of Leipzig and Dresden
For long-distance traffic, the Ostbahnhof remained on the east-west tram route.
In the summer of 2005, the CEO of Deutsche Bahn AG , Hartmut Mehdorn , announced that from May 28, 2006, long-distance trains would no longer stop at Zoo station. Despite massive criticism from traders in the vicinity of the zoo and numerous local politicians, Deutsche Bahn presented its final transport concept for Berlin on July 6, 2005. Contrary to the original mushroom concept agreed with the State of Berlin, the Zoo station lost its status as a long-distance train station.
The expansion of rail node Berlin was - in - subject to a positive business case Federal Transport Infrastructure Plan 1992 as new projects in the priority needs done. The planned total investment was around ten billion marks (price as of January 1, 1991). The project was included in the Federal Railways Expansion Act of November 15, 1993.
By mid-2000, around 6.7 billion of the planned 10.6 billion marks had been built. In 2000 it was planned to limit part of the foreseeable additional costs in the intersection area by saving on the access routes. Commissioning of the newly designed node was planned for 2005. At the end of July 2000, Deutsche Bahn announced that it would postpone commissioning to 2006 in order to save costs and initially only expand the north-south mainline tunnel to two tracks. The expansion of the Papestrasse station and the connection of the Berlin-Dresden railway were postponed. The main station and the north-south route were also scheduled to go into operation in March 2002 for the 2006 World Cup . At the beginning of 2002 the cost of the project was given as around five billion euros.
The company later partly deviated from its earlier plans and put the Südkreuz station and the long-distance railway tunnel (four-track) into operation on May 28, 2006. However, the expansion of the Berlin-Dresdner Bahn in Berlin only began at the end of 2017, with commissioning planned for December 2025.
The overall economic evaluation of the expansion achieved a planned benefit-cost ratio of 1.7. As of December 31, 2005, the total investments realized were 4.1703 billion euros, with a planned total amount of 6.338 billion euros at the end of the project (with connection to BER ). The additional costs are thus 589 million euros.
The effects of the concept can be summarized as follows:
- Long-distance trains traveling through Berlin can stop at several stations and still cross the city directly.
- Every long-distance train stops at the new main station, so you can always change from any line to any other.
- Long-distance and regional traffic is linked at the main train station and the other long-distance stations.
According to the railway, when the north-south tunnel went into operation, the number of daily stops by regional trains in Berlin's urban area increased by around 500 to 1,700. There are 26 stations where you can change trains between regional and S-Bahn trains. The number of passengers traveling in regional traffic rose by three to 44 million passengers in the first year of operation. The travel time reductions are given as up to 35 minutes.
Partly for cost reasons, partly because of other priorities, a number of projects in connection with the mushroom concept were not or only partially implemented.
- The reconstruction of the long-distance tracks of the Dresden Railway in Berlin was delayed. The construction is only to take place after 2014 and with the commissioning of Berlin Brandenburg Airport . Until then, the trains have to take the detour via the Anhalter Bahn and the Berlin outer ring , which means that travel times are not reduced on this route.
- The main line to Potsdam via Zehlendorf was not rebuilt. Only their connection in the tunnel of the north-south long-distance railway was structurally prepared.
- Likewise, the reconstruction of the long-distance tracks of the northern line in Berlin was not necessary. The trains take the detour via the Szczecin Railway and the Berlin outer ring.
- The S-Bahn connection to the main train station in north-south direction was postponed until the second half of the 2010s - construction of the connection called “S21” has now started: in January 2010, construction work began to produce the tunnel shell under Invalidenstrasse .
- The connection of the main station with the underground line 5 in the direction of Alexanderplatz will only be built with a significant delay, with regard to the continuation in the direction of Moabit ( Turmstrasse ) and Charlottenburg ( Jungfernheide ), the planning has been completely postponed. Instead, an extension of the tram route via Turmstrasse and Mierendorffplatz to Luisenplatz or Jungfernheide and Tegel Airport (two branches) is planned.
- The Berlin Gesundbrunnen train station was initially built without a reception building. This was subsequently built and opened in mid-2016.
- During the construction of the main station, the roof of the upper station hall was only shortened for cost reasons and due to scheduling difficulties. Instead of the originally designed roof structure for the lower hall, a simple concrete ceiling was created.
- The construction of a completely new central station and the new tunnel were very costly.
- None of the north-south S-Bahn lines run through the new central station. Such a connection is planned (see S-Bahn Berlin , the space for platforms has been kept free), the northern section has been under construction since autumn 2009. However, the southern part will not be completed before 2023.
- The underground and trams also had to be brought up to the main station. The short underground line U55 to the Brandenburg Gate was opened in August 2009, but the connection between this section and the U5 line does not yet exist. The first line of the tram (M5) only reached the station in December 2014.
- The elimination of the stops of long-distance trains of the Deutsche Bahn in the Zoologischer Garten station was heavily criticized. The deletion of these stops was not part of the original mushroom concept, and many parts of the city are better connected to the Zoologischer Garten station than to the main station.
- Many consider the project to be too large and includes provisions for a significant increase in the number of inhabitants in the agglomeration as well as a change in the modal split in favor of rail transport. Only six trains per hour and direction run through the four-track tunnel. On the other hand, an allegedly insufficient capacity of the tunnel was also criticized.
- Stuttgart 21 - a through station is being built that can be reached by tunnel
- City-Tunnel Leipzig - similar concept without long-distance railway
- Vienna Central Station - two terminal stations will be replaced by a through station
- Belgrade railway junction - central through station with three tunnels in the city and an underground station in the city center
- Bahnstadt Berlin. Expansion of the infrastructure from 1990 to 2015 . Deutsche Bahn AG, Berlin 2006, p. 32 f.
- Berlin rail hub: creating connections step by step . Deutsche Bahn AG, Network Division, Berlin 1994; Brochure (24 pages).
- Transport planning for the capital Berlin and the Berlin-Brandenburg region . German Bundestag , printed matter 13/2668 of October 12, 1995.
- Christian Tietze: “Shrinking Concept” for the Berliner Fernbahnkreuz? In: Eisenbahn-Revue International , Issue 11/2000, , pp. 524-527.
- EBA creates planning rights for the expansion of the Berlin railway junction . In: Railway technical review . 45, No. 1/2, 1996, p. 84 f.
- Federal Transport 1992 . Federal Ministry of Transport, p. 21.
- The balance sheet press conference on May 10, 2000 . In: Eisenbahn-Revue International , issue 7/2000, , p. 303.
- DB's positive traffic record. In: Eisenbahn-Revue International , issue 5/2002, , p. 210.
- Siegfried Knüpfer : Infrastructure measures in the state of Berlin . In: ZEVrail , issue 1/2002, pp. 4–10.
- Answer of the Federal Government to the small question of the MPs Anton Hofreiter, Winfried Hermann, Peter Hettlich, other MPs and the faction Bündnis 90 / Die Grünen cost overruns in construction projects of the Deutsche Bahn AG . (PDF; 122 kB) Printed matter 16/4783 of the German Bundestag from March 2, 2007.
- One year of new traffic concept - expectations have been met . (PDF; 2.7 MB) In: Punkt 3 , edition 10/2007, p. 12 f.
- coalition agreement. Bündnis 90 / Die Grünen Berlin , November 16, 2016, accessed on August 14, 2017 .
- Construction of the new north-south S-Bahn starts ( Memento from November 17, 2011 in the Internet Archive )
- What will take a long time will finally be the U 55 . In: Berliner Zeitung , November 7, 2008.
- In December the first tram goes to the main train station . In: Der Tagesspiegel , November 8, 2014.


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Introducing Little Houses! A pattern by Suzy Quilts in partnership with Birch Fabrics featuring fabrics from Little by Jenny Ronen!
Finished Size: 39"x 48"
Seam allowance: 1/4"
Kit includes the following:
- 1/4 yard of the following prints:
-3/4 yard of Solid Cream
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The campaign launches alongside two new public services announcements, encouraging everyone to join the urgent mission to create a future without Parkinson’s disease
NEW YORK & MIAMI (April 1, 2022) — Marking the beginning of Parkinson’s Awareness Month, the Parkinson’s Foundation has announced the new #FutureofPD campaign. The multifaceted initiative aims to raise awareness of Parkinson’s disease (PD) while highlighting steps the entire community can take to create a future without PD.
“Parkinson’s disease affects nearly one million Americans and that is expected to rise as the population ages,” said Parkinson’s Foundation President and CEO John L. Lehr. “This campaign highlights the role we all play in solving this complex disease, whether participating in research, finding expert care and resources, or tapping into the broader PD community.”
Efforts to raise awareness and funds during April are part of the Foundation’s nationwide movement to make lives better for people with PD. Whether learning to navigate one’s future with PD or helping create a world without it, the effort aims to impact research, care and lives. The campaign spotlights three ways to get involved: By participating in PD GENEration: Mapping the Future of Parkinson’s Disease, building an expert care team to live better with PD, and connecting with PD information specialists by calling the Foundation’s free bilingual Helpline at 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636).
The Foundation also unveiled two new public service announcements (PSA) airing across the U.S. to highlight how it supports the PD community. Kicking off the Spring 2022 season, the Moving Day, A Walk for Parkinson’s PSA embodies the lively energy of the nationwide walk program and highlights activities to expect at local events. The Better Lives.Together. PSA is an awareness-raising video featuring people with PD and their loved ones, using visual storytelling to demonstrate that PD does not just affect the diagnosed – it affects everyone who supports them.
Those featured include: Susan Brister, diagnosed with Young-onset Parkinson’s disease (YOPD) at 34, and her husband and two daughters; Donald Miller, diagnosed with PD at 60, and his wife and care partner Marie Head; Tyaisha Blount-Dillon, diagnosed with YOPD at 35, alongside her husband and son; and Susan Brown, diagnosed with YOPD at 34 and care partner to her father, who also lives with PD.
“Before my son was born, I was at a low point facing the possibility of being in a wheelchair, but now keeping up with him is my motivation to stay active,” said Tyaisha Blount-Dillon, 43. “For my PD future, it’s all about sustainability for my physical health.”
This campaign is supported by sponsorship from Sunovion. Those looking to help spread the word, raise awareness and funds can visit Parkinson.org/Awareness or call 1-800-4PD-INFO (1-800-473-4636).
About the Parkinson’s Foundation
The Parkinson’s Foundation makes life better for people with Parkinson’s disease by improving care and advancing research toward a cure. In everything we do, we build on the energy, experience and passion of our global Parkinson’s community. Since 1957, the Parkinson’s Foundation has invested more than $400 million in Parkinson’s research and clinical care. Connect with us on Parkinson.org, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or call (800) 4PD-INFO (473-4636).
About Parkinson’s Disease
Affecting an estimated one million Americans and 10 million worldwide, Parkinson’s disease is the second-most common neurodegenerative disease after Alzheimer’s and is the 14th-leading cause of death in the U.S. It is associated with a progressive loss of motor control (e.g., shaking or tremor at rest and lack of facial expression), as well as non-motor symptoms (e.g., depression and anxiety). There is no cure for Parkinson’s and 60,000 new cases are diagnosed each year in the U.S. alone.


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Did it come from his summers in France? Is it just a natural eye for fashion? We don’t care! Since he started hitting the Hollywood red carpets, Timothée Chalamet is one that has yet to disappoint with looks both on and off the red carpet.
With his unruly locks and flashing smile, we always look forward to seeing Chalamet with his fabulous wardrobe. Chalamet was first seen in Showtimes “Homeland” in 2012 but got his real breakthrough role when he was chosen to play Elio Perlman in 2017s “Call Me by Your Name”. This coming-of-age drama earned him his first Academy Award nomination. He has also been nominated for three BAFTA awards, two Golden Globes, four Screen Actors Guild Awards and four Critics’ Choice awards.
His career has also included “Lady Bird,” “Beautiful Boy,” “Little Women” and “The King.” He also has the 2021 releases of “Dune” and “The French Dispatch.”
While catching our eye on the big screen he has also made quite an impression on the fashion scene with his array of sleek and colorful ensembles. Scroll through our photo gallery to see some of his hottest, most fashionable looks and fashion statements.

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Analytical balances are high-precision laboratory balances and are used in scientific and industrial laboratories of various industries to determine the mass of solid, bulk and liquid substances with an accuracy of 0.1 mg. Semi-microbalances are even more accurate - their readout resolution is 0.01 mg. Laboratory analytical balances according to OIML have a special accuracy class I. An important characteristic of any balance is the weighing range, the weighing range value for analytical balances from 50 g to 500 g.
The operation of modern electronic analytical balances is based on the principle of electromagnetic compensation. According to this principle, the weight of the load is compensated by an electromagnetic force directed opposite to the weight. The compensating force is determined by the strength of the current flowing in the magnetic coil. The electrical signal from the sensor is converted into digital, corresponding to the measured mass, and displayed on the display.
The analytical balance platform is located inside a transparent display case, which serves to eliminate the accumulation of dust and the influence of air currents on the measurement accuracy. The calibration of this precision instrument can be external, internal or automatic. Electronic analytical balances are equipped with a large number of additional functions:
- selection of a unit of measure of mass (some models have up to 24 units of mass)
- tare function (zeroing the tare weight in the entire weighing range)
- dynamic weighing (weighing animals or non-static objects)
- percentage weighing (making measurements percentage of components)
- prescription weighing (weighing a multicomponent mixture)
- hydrostatic weighing (determining the density of substances)
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Shahid Kapoor’s wife, Mira Rajput, celebrated her 27th birthday on Tuesday, September 7. On the occasion, the actor wished Mira a lovely birthday greeting on social media. He named her the centre of his universe while sharing their pictures.
Taking to Instagram, Shahid wrote: ‘Not just to share your joys but to share your sorrows too. Not just for every day, we smile in each other’s arms but on the days we cry in each other’s arms. You are the centre of my world. And I wouldn’t want it any other way. Happy happy birthday.’
Shahid Kapoor and Mira Rajput got married on July 7, 2015, in the attendance of their family and friends. The couple welcomed their first child, a baby girl named Misha in August 2016 and their second child, Zain in September 2018.
On the work front, Shahid Kapoor’s next film is ‘Jersey.’ It is a Hindi remake of the same-named Telugu flick. In the film, the actor is portraying a player, who achieves his ambition of playing for the Indian cricket team in his forties. Shahid is also slated to premiere his online series shortly.


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Raabta is the story of two lovers - played by Sushant and Kriti - who are separated by death (thanks to a conniving villain, played by Jim Sarbh). They meet again centuries later but will their love story finally get a happy ending?
Kriti Sanon, who is all set to star in Bareilly Ki Barfi after Raabta, said that she plays her role in the film is 'very tomboyish'
Kriti and Sushant have been speculated to be dating from sometime in 2015, when shooting for their first film began
Actor Sushant Singh Rajput, who is awaiting the release of his film Raabta, told news agency PTI that he does not choose films keeping in mind their ultimate box-office result. The 31-year-old actor said that he is 'pushed by the difficult roles' offered to him
Panipat co-stars Arjun Kapoor and Kriti Sanon were photographed outside Ashutosh Gowariker's office on Friday.
So good to see new mom Gabriella Demetriades in and around Mumbai.
On Wednesday, Sara Ali Khan was buy with a shoot. The Simmba actress was spotted on the sets.
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It was a historic first for Nasa when astronauts Jessica Meir and Christina Koch conducted the first all-female spacewalk outside of the International Space Station (ISS). But while the US may be playing a lead role in the sector, there’s a galaxy of opportunities out there for UK businesses.
The government is investing heavily in the burgeoning space industry and hopes that home-grown firms can vacuum up 10 per cent of the anticipated £400bn global space market by 2030, creating 100,000 new jobs. Currently, the space economy supports 42,000 jobs in the UK and contributes £5.1bn to GDP.
We already have several existing world-class space clusters, most notably around the Harwell Space Cluster near Oxford, where the European Space Agency and businesses such as Airbus Defence & Space, Lockheed Martin’s space division and Thales Alenia Space have homes. Smaller, home-grown businesses have also sprung up, including Oxford Space Systems (antennas and other equipment), Rezatec (data analysis) and Neptec (cameras and sensors).


Legs - Make 8
Sew 4 of the legs together, with matching yarn and a yarn needle as follows: at one end of the leg - overlap leg #1 halfway over leg #2 and stitch from the end in about an inch or so. Overlap leg #3 over leg #2 and stitch as you did with legs 1 and 2. Repeat one more time to join the 4th leg. Set these 4 legs aside for the moment and sew the other 4 legs together.
Sew both sets of legs to the bottom of the head.
Using black yarn and a yarn needle, embroider a face on your octopus. I used French knots for the eyes and nose and the outline stitch for the mouth. You could also make eyebrows with a straight stitch if desired.
Optional: Make a face out of felt and sew or glue on instead of embroidering. Caution should be used if face is glued on - do not give to a child under 3 as the glued felt piece will pose a chocking hazard.


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I love good food but probably not as much as my husband loves it! He definitely brought the joy of eating to our family so I also have him to thank for all the pounds that I am constantly trying to shed 🙂
A perfect restaurant for me is a combination of great food, ambience and service so when I find that in a restaurant, I become a regular.
Having lived in the Bay Area for almost 19 years, we have many favorite places to go out for meals be it a date night, a night out with friends, a family dinner, Sunday brunch or just a coffee date. So here's my list of favorite restaurants by event, some are new and some have been around for a while. Check them out if you get a chance and tell me what you think.Reposado: Mexican (Palo Alto)
Love their margaritas and blue corn crepas stuffed with crab, shrimp and red snapper! Yum.
Sent Sovi: Californian (Saratoga)
Sweet, romantic, excellent service and food.
Gary Danko: Contemporary (San Francisco)
Wow on all factors. Definitely try the tasting menu.
Boulevard: American with French Influence (San Francisco)
Excellent for foodies.
Dinner with FriendsThe Village Pub: American (Woodside)
Love their roast chicken (seasonal) and Hamburger.
Mamacita: Mexican (San Francisco)
Fun ambience, great margaritas, innovative menu.
Fresca: Peruvian (San Francisco)
Two locations. I am partial to the Filmore street location. Amazing Paella and Sangria. Guacamole and plantain chips are a great appetizer.
Le Colonial: French/Vietnamese (San Francisco)
Beautiful Restaurant. Interesting Menu
Flea Street Cafe: Californian (Menlo Park)
Best Margaritas. Love their Summer Organic Vegetarian Tasting.
Joya: Modern Latin (Palo Alto)
Their churros with hot chocolate sauce can't be missed.
Le Fondue: Swiss (Saratoga)
Fun, eclectic setting. Love the traditional cheese fondue the best.
Betelnut: Asian Fusion (San Francisco)
Yummy cocktails, fantastic menu, vibrant environment.
Evvia: Mediterranean (Palo Alto)
Their lamb chops are to die for!
Gambardellas: Italian (Menlo Park)
Especially like it in the summer as you can get a table outside and the kids can play in the courtyard with fountain and see the Caltrain go by!
Le Fondue: Swiss (Saratoga)
The activity of making fondue keeps the kids engaged and entertained
Benihana: Japanese Teppanyaki (Burlingame)
This location is great as you can see the airplanes taking off and landing from the tables near the window. Plus the concept of teppanyaki is always fun for kids. The chefs are very entertaining and really do a great job keeping the kids engaged.
Dutch Goose: American (Menlo Park)
Casual tavern setting, fabulous burgers, pool table and all the makings of a fun night.
Cafe Barrone: Menlo Park
Love their extensive choice of scrambled eggs. Amazing waffles and other great breakfast menu items. Fountain, courtyard setting and location next to a book store all make it appealing.
Empire Tap Room: Palo Alto
Lovely courtyard setting. Decent brunch menu.
Mistral: Redwood Shores
Located on the water. Sometimes have live music on Sundays. Great brunch menu.
Cafe Venezia (Palo Alto)
Best cappuccino and selection of desserts.
Cafe Coupa (Palo Alto)
Must try their Spicy Maya Hot Chocolate.
Cafe Barrone (Palo Alto)
Love their Frozen Mocha and Cafe Barrone.
Mayfield Bakery Cafe (Palo Alto)
Amazing hot chocolate with a giant marshmallow.


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(This post was originally published in Islandia blog.)
It’s midway into my residency at Fullers Afterword Café, and a stunning Saturday in Spring that’s perfect for a ginko.
For the last four weeks I’ve been giving classes on the Art of Haiku to a keen group of people interested in learning about this classic form of Japanese poetry.
We’ve looked at the roots of haikai in ancient Japan, the work of the four renowned masters – Basho, Buson, Issa and Shiki – and their influence on poets and painters in the West who discovered Japanese art in the early twentieth century. We’ve explored the beginnings and growth of haiku in America and how it spread to other countries including our own. We’ve reflected on the haiku movement in Australia and ways in which this eastern form of poetry can be adapted to our own landscapes, with their particular flora, fauna and culture.
Along the way we’ve studied and practised the techniques of writing haiku, and on this first sunny Saturday in Spring we set out for St Davids Park to lose ourselves in its green and fragrant oasis, bordered by the noise of traffic and the smells and sounds from Salamanca Market.
A ginko is a haiku nature walk, usually conducted in silent meditation. It is a time to quietly observe the natural world around us and to take notes that will form the basis of poems we may later write. The group leader signals stopping points along the way by striking a bell, and striking it again at a suitable time for moving on to the next rest stop.
One of our group sets the mood by reading aloud a selection of haiku by the masters. Then, at the sound of the bell, me walk across the lush grass to the area between the two huge pine trees planted to commemorate the coronation of King George VI in 1937.
clear blue sky
pulls knotted conifer branches
from the ancient trunk
on the green lawn
a deeper green
Each time we stop our group disperses to focus on the rich and vibrant life going on around us. It is amazing how many miniscule details reveal themselves as we quiet our minds and pay attention with our senses attuned.
beneath the pink azalea
brown upon brown
the naked tree
casts a long shadow
across spring grass
Finally we gather by the memorial wall that bears gravestones relocated from Hobart’s first cemetery on this site. Someone unexpectedly finds her family name on one of the stones. It records an infant’s death at nine months.
etched in stone
loved ones rest
upon the wall
The sandstone walls trap the sun’s warmth. We share our thoughts and the poems we’ve drafted and make plans to meet again in a month’s time to continue the haiku friendships we’ve begun.
The haiku path, on which the group is making its first tentative steps, can be a practice that allows us to take a deep breath amid the busyness of life and to become more aware of the interconnections linking us to the complex, multifaceted cosmos of which we are a part.
beneath the canopy
of the giant conifer
the toddler’s careful steps
a beautiful time out to tap into the veins and roots of life that shape our history of our wonderful
Island …and the kindness of trees

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This might be completely unrelated, but LET'S GO RED WINGS!What kind of bird is this? I see them here in Michigan a lot.
It's actually a red-winged blackbird... you thought I made that up? ;)
I thought you were just giving a literal description.
Great in-flight shot!Lovely haiki.I'm giggling Tatman. :)
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Going to Catalina IslandDrive to Catalina Island
So how do you get to Catalina Island?
Getting to Catalina by plane or lake is simple and enjoyable. Catalina Island can be reached by car from four major continental harbours in Southern California - San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach or Dana Point - and it takes only an hours drive by car or 15 min. by helo.
The Helicopters are operated by Long Beach, San Pedro, Burbank Airport and John Wayne Airport/SNA. We also offer charter transport and charter to two ports and Emerald Bay. It is also possible to take a plane or a personal boating trip! On the island, the city of Avalon or the two Harbors villages are within walking distance - Avalon is only about 1 sq m. away.
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Journey to Catalina Island is quick and simple. You can reach paradise in just one hours by express or 15 min by heliport. There are two ferries from the southern Californian towns of Long Beach, San Pedro, Dana Point and Newport Beach to Avalon and Two Harbors.
There is a chopper from Long Beach and San Pedro to Avalon. It is also possible to charter a yacht from the island to the shore. Airplanes can operate in Catalina's airport, Island in the Sky. A lot of people are sailing to the island and renting a berth in Two Harbors or Avalon.
Catalina Island Company has a wide range of thrilling holiday package deals to make your holiday perfect! We have everything from resortcredits, which can be used for trips or meals, up to 15% discount on hotels, helicopters and hotels.
Catalina travel guides at great prices - Orange County Register
There are invaluable, picturesque vistas, but these are the only things on this island that don't require money. A lot of folks have dropped the whole concept of staying on this beautiful island, which is costing nearly $70 to get to by boat. This is a pity, because this biggest of the Channel Islands has an unmistakable, albeit somewhat cheesy charme.
At the south end, Avalon is still a mess of fun architectural design, pasty T-shirts and sightseeing, despite the effort of its lawyers to make it an sleek Mediterranean destination. There is a cinema and a mysterious castle in the renowned castle, which is shown in almost every post card, not a gaming-canteen. First established on Santa Catalina Island - the Wilmington Blancers, later Wilmington Baron and legendary William Wrigley - the men were able to lure visitors to this haven 22 leagues out into the Pacific.
The Wrigley dynasty sold 88% of Catalina's lands to the Catalina Island Observancy in 1972, in a noteworthy deed. This included 50 Mile Coast and 42,000 acre. Like the other Channel Islands, the nature reserves are not a wilderness: In 1924, his famed wisent, which had been taken here by a film society, became a devastation of island Ecology.
However, the Catalina Ooutback still has a happy atmosphere of calmness, and conservation is working to save wildlife such as the Catalina Island chestnut and the wail and the Avalon Hairstripe motley. It allows the visitor to experience the natural surroundings, the loneliness and the hustle and bustle of the Avalon Resorts in one single outing.
Make savings on the journey by boat with vouchers or on your birthdays. Catalina Express is organizing a 30-year jubilee event for next year: You can take the free of charge on your birthdays. From several harbours you can travel to Avalon or only from San Pedro to the less advanced Two Harbors.
At the moment you can deposit $7. 50 on your Catalina express shuttle trip with a voucher from AAA autocar. Catalina Flyer from Newport Beach offers a $10 discount when you conduct the poll on its website. Cart: Trolley: You can take that sweet little cart around Avalon. Just hop on the little old avalon trolly at one of the many bus stations leading to the Wrigley Memorial and Botanical Garden.
Featuring a wood roof, open-air seats and seats, this cart has charme for little money. And if you like hiking, take the cart up the hill and then wander down the boulevard or so down the gorge back into the city. Although there are no stories, it is a great opportunity to see the most beloved areas of Avalon at once.
Grassland-clad Veterans Memorial Park is just a few paces from the jetty, with outdoor barbeques, picnick desks and a million dollars view. Take your picknick with you or stop at two Vons shops in Avalon, both just a brief walk from the highroad. Smaller Vons Express has a baker's shop and is selling picnics and snack items.
It is located at the lush jetty; just turn lefthand onto Catalina Avenue. Please be aware that you cannot take your own fuel on the boat, but you can buy it cheap at Vons, plus coal and timber. You can take your bicycle on the boat and drive around Avalon for about $6.
You can also take a MTB and ride the unpaved road in Two Harbors, on the less advanced side of the island. If you are a more serious biker, take a hard hat and get a licence from the Catalina Island Conservancy to drive on the unpaved interior highways. Catalina's beautiful early autumn and early vernal weathers.
There is a great deal you can do, not to speak of mass avoidance by walking when others do not. When the carnival cruiser arrives and spits out its guests, try to stay away from Saturdays and Sundays if you can, and also try to stay away from Avalon on Tuesdays. The snorkelling in Catalina is famous for its quality, but equipment rental is very expensive.
Watch a movie: Catalina, the historical Catalina arts decor cinema on the lower level of the cafeteria, is an eye-catcher in itself. For a daytime visit, you can afford $22, or watch a film every evening at 7:30 pm. When you don't want to transport your own awning on the boat, you can hire a four-person awning for about $16 and it will even be pitched for you.
Campinggrounds ranges from the development with lavatories in Avalon to secluded and primal walk-in or boating areas, so you can find your own convenience and your own area. Beside the pier in Avalon there is a sandvolleyball field, a basket ball field and a children's play area with an unrivalled views of the cove.
In Two Harbors, on the less advanced aisle of Catalina, there are free court facilities for playing court football, volley ball and horseshoe. Be it a relaxing walk through the Baseballpark and the course along the Avalon Canyon or the stricter Trans-Catalina Trail, there are many ways to explore the landscape on foot. Come and visit us.
The Wildlands Express takes you to the Airport in the Sky for $10, where you are on a hill at 1,600ft. You can then walk the 10 mile back to the surface of Avalon. From Avalon Plaza the coach departs at 7:30 a.m. There are also isolated campsites that can be reached with a rucksack for a surcharge.
Catalina Island Conservancy, which has 88% of the island, runs a free conservation centre on Avalon Canyon, opposite Hermit's Gulch campsite. Exhibitions on the Catalina and other Channel Islands and practical events for the young. They had a great time seeing some of the shorts they made on the island and in their past, one of them about the relocation of several hundred wisents from Catalina to South Dakota.
There is a livecam above the reception where you can see and listen to eagles in their nests on the island. There you can go there by car, on foot or by taxi and then go walking inland.
To escape the heat of the day, the Avalon office of the Los Angeles County Library has an area of 1,200 sq. meters and is just a stone's throw away. It is littered with cultural events, from the beautiful tiling and tile fountains along the seafront to the gorge's painting sculpture.
If you are not planning to go to the cinema or take a walk around the cafeteria, it is still a good idea to take a look at the mural paintings and furnishings on the façade of it. WHERES TO STAY: The Hotel Atwater is simple, but the cheapest on the island. For campsite accommodation, call Santa Catalina Island Co. at 800-626-1496 or make your reservation at www.visitcatalinaisland.com.
Vons' head office in Avalon is located at 123 Metropole Ave.

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Major League – Bandz Up ft. Nasty C, DJ Drama
Lastly, Major League has been working hard to avail their upcoming project, ‘Amasiko‘ album which is expected to be out in few weeks.
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To snack or not to snack – nutrient intakes and energy for activity
How snacking influences nutrient intakes
It is important to look at the overall contribution of snacks and whether they provide a nutrient dense addition to the diet, or whether they are a source of what’s often called “empty calories”.
Some studies show that eating snacks has been linked to greater intakes of vitamins and minerals (4-8). In a study of UK children aged 11–12, Adams et al. (5) found no evidence to suggest the nutrient composition of snacks was any more or less healthy than that of foods eaten during meals. Perhaps surprisingly, snacking may also not lead to a higher intake of sodium (salt), as the sodium contribution from meals (from foods such as bread, cheese and cured meats) has been associated with higher sodium intakes (9).
More research is needed, but based on current evidence, snacking and increased eating frequency may not be necessarily detrimental to diet quality and may be associated with a higher nutrient intake. However, careful snack choice by individuals remains important to avoid the risk of excessive intakes of energy, fat, sugar or salt (2).
Snacking and energy for activity
Snacking may help to provide the energy needed to maintain an active lifestyle and increase the motivation to be physically active – for example, by avoiding the gastric discomfort and lethargy that can be experienced after consuming large meals (10).


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Announcing the 2014 UN-Habitat Urban Youth beneficiaries
The beneficiaries of the 2014 Urban Youth Fund will be announced on the occasion of this year’s World Habitat Day to be marked on Monday 6th October 2014.This year over 8000 applications from youth-led organizations were received...
- Posted August 17, 2014
Urban Youth Fund
The UN-Habitat Urban Youth Fund makes grants for and develops the capacity of urban youth-led organizations implementing community projects which contribute to sustainable urbanization and economic prosperity. The Fund supports over 200 youth-led projects in at least...
- Posted July 15, 2014