GE Oil & Gas, ABB awarded $80m equipment contract by Adco.
Byline: Staff Report
Abu Dhabi: GE Oil & Gas, a world leader in oil and gas advanced technology equipment and services, announcedAaThursday that, together with ABB, it has been awarded two contracts collectively worth more than $80 million (Dh294.2 million) to supply compressors, electrical systems and services for the Abu Dhabi Company for Onshore Oil Operations (Adco).
The equipment will be used for new gas lift and gas injection facilities at the Asab and Sahil fields respectively, which are required for the fields to achieve their production targets.
Owned 60 per cent by the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company and 40 per cent by Shell, Total, BP, ExxonMobil and Partex, Adco is targeting to increase its production to 1.8 million barrels per day.
By combining their resources and experience, GE Oil & Gas and ABB were able to win the contracts despite strong competition. The companies offered a broad technology package that meets the oil production and recovery requirements of the Asab and Sahil projects.
"By leveraging our experience in working with extremely resistant and advanced technology materials for compressor components, we are able to provide equipment capable of handling the highly sour and corrosive gas compositions of these fields," said Joe Mastrangelo, vice president of turbomachinery for GE Oil & Gas.
"Our expertise in gas lifts and gas injection applications gives Adco the confidence that our products can meet the challenges of these projects."
GE Oil & Gas is supplying centrifugal compressors for the gas lift project at Asab and the gas injection project at Sahil. ABB, a global leader in power and automation technologies, is supplying the variable speed drive system electrical scope.
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An exclusive report by MBN News on April 26 claimed actress Jung Hye Sung and B1A4’s Gongchan have been dating for several months.
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The report stated that an insider told them, “Their relationship is a very hidden secret. I was surprised it was Gongchan, not Gong Myung. No one other than their closest acquaintances are aware.”
Jung Hye Sung was recently an on-screen couple with actor Gong Myung on ‘We Got Married’. After the exclusive report broke out, both Jung Hye Sung’s and Gongchan’s labels have stepped up to promptly deny that they were dating. “They are acquaintances who know each other somewhat.”
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Girl Scouts of Maine recently announced that the 2013 Girl Scout Cookie Sale officially began Friday, Jan. 11. Girl Scouts statewide are taking orders through Jan. 27 and cookie deliveries are scheduled for the week of March 2-8.
Girl Scout Cookies sell for $4 a box and flavors include Thin Mints, Caramel deLites, Peanut Butter Patties, Lemonades, Peanut Butter Sandwiches, Shortbread, and Thanks-A-Lots. This year, consumers have the opportunity to enjoy a new tropical-inspired cookie infused with major vitamins. Mango Crèmes with NutriFusion are crunchy vanilla and coconut cookies filled with a tangy mango-flavored crème that are touted as both "delicious and nutritious."
The Girl Scout Cookie Sale program is acknowledged as the largest girl-led business in the world. "Everyone loves the cookies but a lot of people who buy them don't realize what a Girl Scout learns from selling them," said Carol Smith, product sales director for Girl Scouts of Maine. "Our aim is always to empower girls and this activity helps them develop five essential life-skills; goal setting, decision making, business ethics, people skills, and money management. So, while our cookie program is a fundraiser, it's really more about the experience each girl gains as she runs her own cookie business and interacts directly with customers."
The Girl Scout Cookie Sale also teaches girls about the environment and global sustainability. Two varieties of cookies — Lemonades and Thanks-A-Lots — have come out of the box and now have eco-friendly packaging that will eliminate more than 300 tons of paperboard from America's waste stream.
Cookie Share for the Military is part of the cookie sale again this year and provides the public with the chance to buy cookies and donate them to the men and women veterans who will visit Maine Veterans hospitals and clinics statewide.
For more information on the Girl Scout Cookie Sale in your community visit www.girlscoutsofmaine.org, or call the council at 1-888-922-4763. Girl Scouts of Maine provides services and support for over 16,000 girl and adult members statewide.

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Damn… not Fat Joe.
Fat Joe has pleaded guilty to federal tax evasion.
He entered the plea Thursday to a charge of failing to pay taxes on more than $1 million of income in each of 2007 and 2008.
The 42-year-old Miami Beach resident appeared in federal court in New Jersey because some of the companies he earns money from are incorporated in Somerville.
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Sidmouth Jewellers joy for Matt Bavington
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The penultimate Sidmouth Jeweller’s Friday night league was won by Matt Bavington with 36 points, writes John Barnard.
Two birdies (and two two’s) on holes four and second with just a double bogie on the eighth to slightly mar the card. Matt won by one point from Mark Thomas with 35 points.
His birdie on the last meant he beat Luke Sheppard. His double bogie on the 16th, after a good back nine just cost him a place.
In the Sidmouth Jeweller’s Friday night league table Kevin Legg has a massive 42 point lead with Harrison Jones in second place and Mark Thomas’s good performance has moved him into third.


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CHILI-LIME MEXICAN CORN AND FLANK STEAK
6 ears corn
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup mayonnaise
1 cup sour cream
1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder (plus more to garnish)
2 limes (zest and juice)
1 tablespoons fresh oregano (finely chopped)
1 cup Cotija cheese (crumbled)
kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Chili-Rubbed Flank Steak
1 1/2 pounds flank steak
2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
For the Mexican corn: peel the husks away from the corn, clean the corn of all the silk strands. Cut the kernels off the cob.
Place a medium sauté pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the olive oil and corn kernels, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the corn is slightly tender. Remove from heat and set aside.
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I am an artist, a freelance writer and have been teaching Art and Design for a decade. I am also an aspiring art therapist and mental health counselor, currently enrolled at the graduate program at Adler Graduate School, Minnesota, USA.
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An optimistic approach thus can lead to a more fulfilling and rewarding life. There are so many things to be thankful for and I feel obliged to return to my ordinary life for inspiration for my writing and art, such as the chores that I regularly perform, as a wife, a mother, a daughter, a teacher and a friend.
Besides Perspective, I have an online portfolio as well, where I share my artistic adventures called, Artventures. I try to capture the moments of my demanding life through my artwork and writing to commemorate and be grateful for these gifts. Because really this is what life is, a true work of art.

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PREE joins campaign to save Ormsby Hall
On June 11 and 12, 2022, the digital magazine of Caribbean writing, PREE (preelit.com), will host a series of seminars by some of Jamaica’s most outstanding writers, at the University of the West Indies, in collaboration with the Department of Literatures in English and the Prince Claus Fund.
The seminar series is designed primarily to celebrate the five under-30 writers who were awarded scholarships under a Next Generation grant from the Prince Claus Fund in 2020. The winning writers are Jamaicans Jovanté Anderson, Yashika Graham, Kaleb D’Aguilar, Barbadian writer and artist Ada M. Patterson, and Bahamian poet Tanicia Pratt.
“Pandemic protocols prevented us from holding an ambitious star-packed writing studio in 2020, and again in 2021, which our scholarship winners would have attended along with 40 other fee-paying participants. This year, we decided it was time to put on a smaller version of the writing studio in the form of a seminar series on various aspects of writing with Marlon James, Diana McCaulay, Kei Miller, and Roland Watson-Grant,” said Annie Paul, editor-in-chief of PREE.
The two-day series will culminate in an afternoon of readings on June 12 by James, Miller, McCaulay, and Watson-Grant, to which the public is invited. They will be joined by PREE’s scholarship winners and poet Staceyann Chin. The readings will be held at historic Ormsby Hall in downtown Kingston, site of sculptor Laura Facey’s exhibition, Laboratory of the Ticking Heart, providing attendees with an opportunity to enjoy an afternoon of literature and art in a unique venue. The event is a fundraiser for PREE, and copies of Bookmarked, PREE Ink’s first print anthology containing selections from the first five digital issues, will be available for sale.
PREE invites the public to turn out and enjoy this specially curated experience at Ormsby Hall on June 12 from 2-5 p.m. Parking will be available on the premises, and security will be provided. Designed as a small and intimate experience, there will only be five spaces available (at a cost) for aspiring writers who wish to participate in the seminars. Details may be obtained by emailing email@example.com.


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eorgia Secretary of State Brad Raffensperger said his office is investigating ballot harvesting and the registration of noncitizens to vote, both of which he suggests may have been orchestrated by third-party organizations.
His office did a citizenship audit of Georgia’s voter rolls and found more than 1,600 noncitizens who tried registering to vote, Raffensperger told the John Solomon Reports podcast Tuesday.
“[W]hat I found is we had 1,634 that were never put on the voter rolls, they were in the pending status, because they couldn’t prove their citizenship,” he explained. “That’s a felony in Georgia to even attempt to register if you’re a noncitizen. And that’s a one to 10-year prison term, and up to a $100,000 fine.”
Raffensperger said his office sent the information they found to the state attorney general and local district attorneys, who will interview those who couldn’t prove their citizenship and ask them: “Did you do this on your own free will? Or were you put up by it by some third-party organization?”
Through these investigations, Raffensperger said, that they will find out if there is “an organization that’s been really attempting to get noncitizens on the voter rolls in Georgia.”
He noted that his office is currently defending state law that requires ID and citizenship checks for voters against Stacey Abrams’ Fair Fight Action, Inc. group, which is suing Georgia, claiming that the law violates the U.S. Constitution and the Voting Rights Act.
“[W]hen Stacey Abrams ran for governor four years ago, she talked about the blue wave,” Raffensperger recalled, “and she said, ‘That’s the people who are documented and undocumented,’ i.e., that means the noncitizens … she wanted them to be able to vote in our elections, and absolutely not. I’ve been pushing back on that. I think that’s an incredibly critical issue, not just for us here in Georgia, but for the entire country. Only American citizens should vote.”
The secretary of state also addressed ballot harvesting, explaining how it can lead to voters being coerced to cast their ballots for certain candidates.
“I think that we want people to freely express their choice when they vote, but you can end up with that whole process of voter coercion,” Raffensperger said. “Next thing you know, that’s someone that owns a company, he’s actually trying to coerce people and who they should vote for. Or if you’re in a union situation, then the union boss is coercing you and who to vote.
“We want people to make that free will decision because when people make that free will decision, then their voice is really truly heard. And so that’s why it’s very important. We want people to vote without any attempt of coe…

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We find these criticisms levelled against us as very unfair, as the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA) has been actively addressing the issue of bullying among health care workers for many years.
It is clear that both the Hartal Doktor Kontrak group and the Penang Deputy Chief Minister (II) had not read MMA’s full press statement issued yesterday, nor did they witness our press conference held yesterday.
The comments they made seem to be based on a few media reports they read, and not our full press statement.
The MMA reiterates its stand that it does not condone any form of bullying. Period.
What we are saying is that it is time that bullying be properly defined, so as to be able to identify genuine cases of bullying to allow appropriate action to be taken on the perpetrators.
All cases of bullying needs to be reported for action to be taken. Though there have been much that has been mentioned on social media, only a handful has actually been reported.
This does not mean that there are only a few cases. It may only be the tip of the iceberg, and is indeed cause for worry and concern. Those affected by bullying must also not remain silent.
Understanding that there is a reluctance to report through the normal channels, MMA set up its own helpline called HelpDoc in 2016. So it is unfair to label MMA as not being aware of the current situation. In fact, MMA had the foresight to initiate appropriate action on this.
MMA has never played down the issue of bullying, hence the call was made to end the culture of fear within the Ministry of Health.
However, we wish to once again state that medical practice is a high-stress profession involving patients who may be in life-and-death situations.
The stressors at work involve everyone on the team, both from the consultants down to the house officers. Teamwork is essential in the provision of health care.
Dr Koh Kar Chai is president of the Malaysian Medical Association (MMA).
- This is the personal opinion of the writer or publication and does not necessarily represent the views of CodeBlue.

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Sub-Synchronous Resonance (SSR) is an adverse oscillation that may happen when steam turbine-generator is connected to a long transmission line system which compensated with series capacitor. If this oscillation is not damped completely, the operation of the turbine-generator shaft will be deteriorated, that causes serious shaft failure. The main scope of this paper is to design a Fuzzy Logic Damping Controller (FLDC) for Static VAR Compensator (SVC) to suppress the SSR. It is widely accepted that, the main duty of SVC in power system is to regulate the bus voltage. The novel FLDC is designed and granted to conventional controller of SVC in order to alleviate the SSR. For analyzing the designed controller, a summarized prony analysis associated with time domain simulation is also clarified. Simulation results are carried out with MATLAB/SIMULINK in order to prove the capability of proposed controller in power system stability. Also, a comparison between suggested controller and conventional damping controller (CDC) is performed that demonstrates the superior operation of FLDC toward its counterpart, CDC.


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Corps Assesses Danger from Big Quake
by Jeff Barnard
As many as 10,000 people could die, coastal areas would see major flooding, and buildings and bridges would collapse.
GRANTS PASS, Ore. -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is halfway through studies of the threat posed by a major offshore earthquake to its 20 dams in Oregon and southern Washington.
Dam safety program manager Matt Craig said Monday the dams were all built before engineers knew about the dangers of a major quake in the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Though the dams were not built to meet that kind of a threat, the agency doesn't expect any of them to fail to the point of losing their reservoirs. There could be some damage, such as settling of the dam structure, cracks in concrete, and some seepage.
Meanwhile, Oregon State University has just started to map areas of the Willamette Valley likely to see soil liquefaction in a major quake, said Ed Mason, assistant professor of engineering. Prolonged shaking causes some soils, such as sand, to behave like a liquid, which leaves structures built on them vulnerable to shifting. The map will be done in six years. State agencies, including the Oregon Department of Transportation, have put up the $500,000 for the work.
The Cascadia Subduction Zone last let go 313 years ago, but scientists say it could go again at any time.
There is evidence on land that the full fault from Northern California to Vancouver, British Columbia, shifts about every 500 years, producing an earthquake of magnitude 9.0. But there is growing evidence from the seabed that the southern part of the fault off Northern California and Southern Oregon shifts more frequently, about every 300 years, said Art Frankel, a seismologist with the U.S. Geological Survey. The smaller quakes are of lower magnitude, about 8.0, or 10 times less than the full event, but still big enough to cause major damage.
A recent study commissioned by the Legislature says as many as 10,000 people could die, coastal areas would see major flooding, and buildings and bridges would collapse.
Since starting the dam studies about 15 years ago, the corps has studied earthquake dangers at 10 dams. It plans to do five this year, and five more next year. The five being studied this year are The Dalles Dam on the Columbia, Cougar Dam on the South Fork McKenzie, Green Peter and Foster dams on the South Santiam, and the Lost Creek Project on the Rogue River.
The one dam that has gone through the full safety evaluation process, including seismic evaluation, is Applegate Dam on the Applegate River outside Medford. While there was a recommendation to evaluate the intake tower bridge, that would not lead to dam failure, said corps spokeswoman Amy Echols.
The evaluation of Bonneville Dam on the Columbia led to repairs to one of the navigation locks. Areas of soil liquification have been identified as a potential issue at the dam closest to the subduction zone, Fernridge west of Eugene. The corps has asked for money to do further studies, Craig said.
All the dams go through a general safety inspection every five years. The seismic studies occur every 15 years.
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So you’re curious about the actor behind Plo Koon, huh? Well, get ready to dive into the fascinating world of Star Wars and uncover the identity of the talented individual who brought this iconic character to life. Prepare yourself for an article that combines entertainment and search engine optimization, ensuring that you have a blast while also ranking high on Google.
Now, let’s get down to business. Plo Koon, known for his distinctive appearance with those striking facial tendrils and calm demeanor, has captivated Star Wars fans for years. But have you ever wondered who is the actor behind this enigmatic Jedi Master? Well, wonder no more, as we unveil the name that lies behind the mask of Plo Koon. So grab your lightsaber, sit back, and let’s embark on this thrilling journey together!
Who is the Actor Behind Plo Koon?
Plo Koon is a well-known character in the Star Wars universe, particularly among fans of the prequel trilogy. As a member of the Jedi Order, Plo Koon played a significant role in the events leading up to the Clone Wars. But have you ever wondered who the actor is behind this iconic character? In this article, we will delve into the identity of the actor who brought Plo Koon to life on the big screen.
Bringing Plo Koon to Life: The Actor Behind the Mask
In the Star Wars prequel trilogy, Plo Koon was portrayed by actor Alan Ruscoe. Ruscoe is a British actor and stunt performer who has made appearances in various films and TV shows, but his role as Plo Koon remains one of his most notable performances. While Ruscoe physically portrayed Plo Koon, it’s important to note that the character’s voice was provided by actor James Arnold Taylor.
Alan Ruscoe’s portrayal of Plo Koon was praised by fans and critics alike. Despite the character’s limited screen time, Ruscoe managed to convey a sense of wisdom and authority through his performance. From Plo Koon’s distinctive mask to his unique lightsaber, Ruscoe brought the character to life in a way that resonated with audiences.
The Journey of Alan Ruscoe
Alan Ruscoe’s involvement in the Star Wars franchise extended beyond his role as Plo Koon. In fact, Ruscoe also portrayed other characters in the prequel trilogy, showcasing his versatility as an actor. One of his notable roles was that of Daultay Dofine, a Neimoidian captain in the Trade Federation. Ruscoe’s ability to transform himself into different characters demonstrates his talent and dedication to his craft.
Outside of Star Wars, Alan Ruscoe has had a diverse career in the entertainment industry. He has worked as both an actor and a stunt performer, showcasing his physicality and versatility. Ruscoe’s skills as a stunt performer have allowed him to take on challenging roles that require physicality and precision. His dedication to his craft has earned him a loyal following among fans of the Star Wars franchise and beyond.
The Impact of Plo Koon: A Beloved Character
Plo Koon’s character has left a lasting impact on Star Wars fans around the world. With his unique appearance and calm demeanor, Plo Koon became a fan favorite despite his limited screen time. The character’s connection to the Clone Wars and his role as a Jedi Master added depth to his story and further solidified his popularity among fans.
Plo Koon’s popularity has extended beyond the films. The character has made appearances in various Star Wars animated series, including “Star Wars: The Clone Wars” and “Star Wars Rebels.” These appearances have allowed fans to further explore Plo Koon’s character and learn more about his backstory.
The Legacy of Plo Koon
Plo Koon’s legacy extends beyond the actor who portrayed him. The character’s impact on the Star Wars universe can still be felt today. From action figures to cosplay, Plo Koon continues to be a beloved character among fans of all ages. His wisdom and dedication to the Jedi Order serve as an inspiration to many.
In conclusion, Alan Ruscoe is the actor behind the mask of Plo Koon in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. His portrayal of the character, along with his diverse career in the entertainment industry, has solidified his place in Star Wars history. Plo Koon’s character continues to be celebrated and loved by fans around the world, making him an enduring part of the Star Wars universe.
Key Takeaways: Who is the actor behind Plo Koon?
- Plo Koon is a character from the Star Wars universe.
- The actor behind Plo Koon is Alan Ruscoe.
- Alan Ruscoe is known for his work as a physical actor and a stunt performer in various films.
- He portrayed Plo Koon through motion capture and physical performance in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
- Alan Ruscoe’s portrayal of Plo Koon brought the character to life with his unique physicality and presence.
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are some frequently asked questions about the actor behind Plo Koon:
1. What is the name of the actor who portrayed Plo Koon?
The actor who portrayed Plo Koon in the Star Wars franchise is Alan Ruscoe. He is a British actor who has appeared in various film and television roles, but he is best known for his work in the Star Wars prequel trilogy.
Alan Ruscoe brought the character of Plo Koon to life with his portrayal of the Jedi Master. He captured the essence of the character and added depth to Plo Koon’s personality through his performance.
2. How did Alan Ruscoe prepare for the role of Plo Koon?
Alan Ruscoe prepared for the role of Plo Koon by studying the character’s background and history in the Star Wars universe. He delved into the mythology of the Jedi Order and Plo Koon’s role within it.
In addition to his research, Alan Ruscoe also worked closely with the filmmakers and the costume department to perfect the physicality and appearance of Plo Koon. He trained in the unique movements and fighting style of the Jedi, ensuring that he portrayed Plo Koon authentically.
3. Did Alan Ruscoe provide the voice for Plo Koon as well?
No, Alan Ruscoe did not provide the voice for Plo Koon. The voice of Plo Koon was actually provided by actor James Arnold Taylor. James Arnold Taylor is known for his voice work in various animated projects, including the Star Wars: The Clone Wars series.
While Alan Ruscoe brought the character to life physically, James Arnold Taylor lent his voice to give Plo Koon his distinctive sound and personality.
4. How many Star Wars films did Alan Ruscoe appear in as Plo Koon?
Alan Ruscoe appeared as Plo Koon in two Star Wars films. He first portrayed the character in “Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace” released in 1999. He then reprised the role in “Star Wars: Episode II – Attack of the Clones” released in 2002.
Although Plo Koon’s screen time may be relatively limited in these films, Alan Ruscoe’s portrayal of the Jedi Master left a lasting impression on Star Wars fans.
5. Did Alan Ruscoe have any other roles in the Star Wars franchise?
Yes, Alan Ruscoe had other roles in the Star Wars franchise besides Plo Koon. In addition to playing Plo Koon, he also portrayed multiple characters in the prequel trilogy, including Bib Fortuna, Daultay Dofine, and a Neimoidian guard.
Alan Ruscoe’s versatility as an actor allowed him to bring various characters to life in the Star Wars universe, showcasing his talent and range.
Why Was Plo Koon The Only Jedi To Ever Beat Grand Master Yoda In A Duel?
Final Thought: The Actor Behind Plo Koon
And there you have it, the answer to the burning question, “Who is the actor behind Plo Koon?” Well, it’s none other than Alan Ruscoe. This talented actor brought the enigmatic Jedi Master to life in the Star Wars prequel trilogy. With his skillful portrayal, Ruscoe captured the essence of Plo Koon, making him a memorable character in the Star Wars universe.
Alan Ruscoe’s portrayal of Plo Koon not only showcased his acting abilities but also added depth and complexity to the character. Through his performance, Ruscoe brought a sense of wisdom and tranquility to Plo Koon, making him a fan favorite. Whether it was his distinctive voice or his commanding presence, Ruscoe left a lasting impression on Star Wars fans around the world.
So, the next time you watch the Star Wars prequel trilogy and see Plo Koon in action, remember that it’s Alan Ruscoe who brings him to life. Thanks to his talent and dedication, Plo Koon has become an iconic character in the Star Wars universe. May the Force be with Alan Ruscoe for his incredible contribution to the galaxy far, far away!

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Pearl could not have borne life if it had not been for her daily letter, which she continued to write. Mrs. Conway hardly spoke to her; and if she did, she spoke slowly, enunciating every word carefully as if Pearl's moral obliquity had somehow made her idiotic. Durland, loyal to the death, was not much help, because he merely hated his family and scowled through every meal. Antonia, on the other hand, was one of those rare natures who could be an ally without being a partisan.
"Of course," she would say calmly to anyone who would listen to her, "Allen only came here at all in the hope of seeing Miss Exeter, but you can't expect Dolly to understand that."
Anthony's two telegrams arrived one evening at dinnertime and were handed by the butler, one to Mrs. Conway and one to the governess.
Pearl's heart sank on seeing there were two. She thought it must mean he was deciding against her; and though she found her present position unpleasant, she did not want Mr. Wood to decide against her. She opened hers and read its few words at one glance. It was not her habit to blush, but she blushed now with a deep emotion--of gratitude and admiration. Not many men would have stood by her, she thought, in a situation like this. She knew where Antonia got her sense of justice.
Or, she thought with something very like jealousy, was it really Augusta in whom he was expressing his confidence, not in her at all?


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Metallic threads brighten a charming fit-and-flare dress fashioned with an artfully ruched sweetheart bodice and elongated skirt that floats from the Empire waist.
- Approx. length from top center front to hem: 31".
- Measurements taken from size 8 and may vary slightly by size.
- Hidden back-zip closure.
- Fully lined, with rubber gripper material, padding and boning in bodice.
- Optional, adjustable straps.
- Silk/rayon/metallic fibers; dry clean.
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- ItemOpen AccessEffect of Feldspar and Silica Variation on the Properties of Dental Porcelain(Nigerian Journal of Technology (NIJOTECH), 2023-03) Okoubulu, A. B.; Mgbemere, H. E.; Obidiegwu, E. O.; Nwaeju, C. C.Dental porcelain was produced by mixing feldspar, silica, kaolin and bone ash by varying the contents of feldspar and silica. The processing steps include milling, sieving, pressing/shaping, drying, and sintering while the characterisation techniques were Hardness, Compressive strength, X-ray diffraction, Scanning electron microscopy and Fourier Transform Infrared (FTIR). The mixture was subjected to temperatures of 1100 and 1200 oC in a sintering furnace. The chemical composition was determined using X-ray fluorescence and they confirm that SiO2 and Al2O3 are the two major constituents in feldspar and kaolin while CaO is the major constituent in bone ash. For samples sintered at 1200oC, the X-ray diffraction showed that some glass phase possibly consisting of hedenbergite, ilmenite and silica were formed while crystalline phases namely microcline and sanidine were obtained for samples sintered at 1100°C. The morphology of the grains revealed that samples sintered at 1200oC had some hexagonal silica crystals while flakes of different sizes were obtained for samples sintered at 1100oC. Hardness values between 262 and 536 BHN, compressive modulus values ranging from 219 MPa to 324 MPa and linear shrinkage values between 6.34 and 7.6% were obtained. The batches of different compositions with ranges: quartz (silica) (15-25%), feldspar (70-80%), kaolin (Edda/Bauchi) (4%) and bone ash (1%) were fired at 1100, 1200oC, and the developed properties were tested. The sample with 70 wt.% of feldspar, 25 wt.% silica, 4 wt.% of Bauchi clay, and 1 wt.% bone ash sintered at 1200oC gave the best properties and has the potential to be used in dental restoration.
- ItemOpen AccessMICRO-MACRO MODELLING OF SOLIDIFICATION WITH EXPERIMENTAL VALIDATION IN SELECTED EUTECTIC BINARY ALUMINIUM ALLOYS(Journal of Applied Physical Science International, 2021-03-02) Mgbemere, H. E.; Egole, C. P.; Sobamowo, M. G.; Lawal, G. I.Experimental and numerical studies of solidification phenomena have continued to complement each other in the quest for advanced knowledge during component manufacture. The dynamics of engineering designs coupled with the desire for lightweight and improved materials have sustained the progress achieved in recent decades on the modelling of casting systems. The current study presents the simulation of solidification conditions for different aluminium-based eutectic binary alloys and validation with an experimental investigation. The effect of mould material was analysed for the solidification of Al-4.5% Cu using metallic, sand, quartz and Plaster of Paris (POP) moulds respectively. Simulation of the eutectic alloys was carried out using micro-macro model previously developed by the current authors. The effect of mould size and transient evolution of structure during solidification in static casting process were successfully simulated. The results of the experimental investigation showed that although the cooling curves for the different mould materials are qualitatively similar, they respond differently to the presence of the liquid metal leading to significantly different rates of latent heat evolution. The simulated cooling curves for the four eutectic alloys solidified inside sand mould showed that Al-4.5% Cu and Al-3.0% Si have the fastest transformations while Al-6.0% Mg and Al-3.0% Zn have the slowest rate of cooling. Mould size has significant influence on thermal distribution during solidification as temperature tends to reach steady-state and homogenize faster in smaller moulds than bigger ones. For all the alloys compared, nucleation period is very small relative to the total solidification time. The results showed that transient evolution of volumetric grain density and grain radius varied significantly.
- ItemOpen AccessA Simulation and Experimental Investigation of the Thermal Characteristics of Refractory Bricks Produced Using Fireclay and Agroforestry Wastes(Journal of Casting & Materials Engineering, 2022-05-28) Obidiegwu, E. O.; Esezobor, D. E.; Mgbemere, H. E.; Odili, C. C.Manufacturing and processing industries usually consume large quantities of materials and energy in the course of their opera tions. The energy supplied for high-temperature processes are used partially for the actual technical process and between 30 to 40% of the energy escapes through the walls of the reactor into the atmosphere, leading to a high degree of thermal inefficiency and fuel consumption. This paper studies the thermal behaviour of insulating refractory bricks produced from a blend of fireclay and agroforestry wastes. The fireclays used were obtained from Ukpor deposit in Anambra State (Latitude 5.95°N, Longitude 6.92°E), Osiele deposit in Abeokuta, Ogun State (Latitude 7.18°N, Longitude 3.45°E) and Kankara Katsina State (Latitude 11.93°N, Longitude 7.41°E), all of which are in Nigeria. Samples were prepared with various weight percentages (60–100 wt.%) clays and (0–40 wt.%) of agroforestry waste, with grain sizes between 212 and 600 µm. Raw materials and the developed refractory bricks were characterised using appropriate standard techniques. The chemical, mineralogical constituents and phases present in the microstructure were examined. Physical and thermo-mechanical properties were investigated. The insulating refractory bricks developed have porosity of 78.83% , cold crushing strength (CCS) 3.144 kN/m2 and thermal conductivity 0.04–0.046 W/(m∙K) that compare favourably with imported bricks 75–85%, 2.756 kN/m2 and 0.049 W/(m∙K) in both physical, mechanical and thermal properties respectively. The reason is that the agroforestry waste used (coconut shell), served to create the pores that improve insulation after burning. Also the ash that remains serves as reinforcement to improve the mechanical properties. The thermal behaviour of the bricks was studied using Finite Element Method and shows a strong correlation with the experimental findings. This indicates that the produced insulating bricks have the thermal properties required for insulation of furnaces.
- ItemOpen AccessEffect of Varying Silicon Carbide Particulate On The Mechanical Properties Of Aluminium Based Alloy Automobile Brake Disc Component(Iran University of Science and Technology, 2019-06-01) Ogbonna, V. E.; Olayiwola, P. S.; Mgbemere, H. E.In the current study, effect of varying Silicon Carbide particulate on the mechanical properties of Aluminium based alloy automobile brake disc component was investigated. The result of experimental investigation on mechanical properties of Silicon Carbide particle reinforced Aluminium Matrix was achieved for composite brake disc using universal tensile test machine, Rockwell hardness testing machine and numerical/theoretical model. The influence of reinforced ratio of 5, 10, 15 20, and 25 weight percentage of Silicon Carbide particles on mechanical properties was examined. Aluminium Metal Matrix Composites containing, 5, 10, 15, 20, and 25 weight percentages of reinforcement Particles was obtained using Stir-Casting method. The result obtained showed that highest Yield Strength (350.64MPa), Modulus of Rigidity (6137.4MPa), and Hardness (76.5Kg/mm2 ) was obtained on 25wt%SiC (190μm) particle reinforcements.
- ItemOpen AccessEffects of Velocity of Impact on Mechanical Properties and Microstructure of Medium Carbon Steel during Quenching Operations(Scientific Research Publishing Inc. (Engineering), 2015-07-17) Agboola, J.B.; Abubakre, O.K.; Mudiare, E.; Adeyemi, M.BTheoretical analysis of the effects of the velocity of impact using suitable heat transfer equations expressed in forms of finite difference method was developed and used to determine their effects on the characteristic cooling parameters during the quenching process. Various velocities of impact obtained by varying the heights of specimen drops were also used to experimentally determine their effects on characteristic cooling parameters and mechanical properties of medium carbon steel using water as the quenching medium. At a height of drops of 0.5 m, 1.0 m, 1.5 m, and 2.0 m, the tensile strength of the material is 410.4, 496.12, 530.56, and 560.40 N/mm2 respectively. The corresponding hardness values are 42.4, 45.2, 46.2, 50.5 HRC respectively. It is found that as the velocity of impact increases, the maximum cooling rate increases. Hardness and ultimate tensile strength also increase. There are good agreements between theoretical and experimentally determined values of critical cooling parameters of water during quenching operations.


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by Cheryl Warren Brugel '90
Scott Hetherington ’92 believes in MRI — and he’s using it to challenge and change the lives of junior high students. No, Scott is not a doctor. He’s a youth pastor at Antioch Bible Church in Seattle, Washington. He loves kids and the Lord, and he sees MRI as foundational to empowering his youth to serve others.
From Bible clubs to serving at church, Scott is using the initialism “MRI” to train his youth to think beyond themselves. MRI stands for:
M Move in
Scott is teaching students to move in and be a consistent presence in the life of a hurting person — a person who needs the Lord. He then challenges them to relate and build an authentic relationship with that person. As the relationship grows, he encourages youth to invest in a need in that person’s life. The goal of MRI: to build a bridge to be able to share Christ. MRI is simply following the example of Christ. Scott shares, “To the lost, Jesus met felt, physical needs. He didn’t just preach at them. He spoke of a New Law, one of forgiveness, salvation, and redemption.” Scott wants
his junior high youth to learn to do the same.
So where did his passion for ministering to youth begin? Scott cites his Christian ministry experience
from his Cedarville days as the beginning of his love for youth. For three years, Scott volunteered weekly at the Ohio Veterans’ Children’s Home in Xenia, working with troubled youth. After graduation in 1992, Scott moved to Montana, where he taught junior high physical education and health in the public school system for eight years. During the summers he worked at ClydeHurst Christian Ranch, where he met his wife, Ashley. In 2000, when offered a position at Antioch Bible Church in Seattle, Washington as pastor for junior high youth, he and his wife felt led to accept the challenge. Scott shares that in public schools he was limited in how much of his faith he could share. He could be a mentor to his students, but he could not give them the truth of God’s Word that they were searching for. He felt that being a youth pastor would offer both worlds — mentoring young people and teaching God’s Word.
Now, he’s finding the opportunities to be unlimited!
One method Scott is using to help his junior highers “move in” and be a consistent presence in the lives of hurting people is through Bible clubs. Held at
a community center in a low-income housing facility, the youth group has hosted an eight-week Bible club for elementary students, a project that has allowed his group to relate to hurting people in the area. Scott shares that by being at the community center, they learned of a need that several girls had: they could not afford dresses for their high school prom. Scott’s church invested in these girls by helping them buy dresses and paying to get their hair done. Meeting this physical need opened doors of opportunity to share Christ, the One who can meet the deepest needs of the human heart.
While at the community center, the group also saw that many families were not able to afford a Thanksgiving meal. In response, the junior high group has filled an average of 85 food boxes each Thanksgiving for the past seven years. These boxes are distributed to families in need the weekend before Thanksgiving.
According to Scott, one of the best places for students to serve is in the church. He encourages his students to get involved in a specific ministry where they can begin to relate to others and invest their energy. With 75-80 students attending weekly, his youth have great potential to impact their church. Currently, 65% of his youth group serves in a church ministry.
For Scott, MRI has become more than a lesson plan for his youth group to follow. It is a lifestyle he personally feels called to model as well. Discovering that two of his youth group members were getting involved in inappropriate relationships through the Internet was an eye-opener for
Scott that highlighted the dangers of online chat rooms. The discovery motivated Scott to receive training through the police department on Internet safety. He now ministers to parents and students by speaking on the topic. “Parents are often unaware of what their kids are doing [online],” he explains. “Youth today are both individualistic and pluralistic. They want to be in a community yet be an individual.” The Internet offers them both. Scott calls many young people “screenagers”: they learn information from screens, chatting with people “out there” but not engaging in authentic relationships. Seeing the danger of this, Scott has moved in to this arena of youth life, is relating to students, parents, and principals on this issue, and is investing his time and energy helping young people make wise choices while online. Through the process, Scott sees God opening doors of opportunity for him to be a voice for truth.
Because of Scott’s passion for living life by the MRI principle, he has created an environment in his youth group where all are welcomed. Underlying MRI is the biblical belief that all people have inherent value and are worth relating to and investing in. Scott has created a youth group filled with diversity, where any student walking through the door feels welcome and loved. Although his church has taken a very
clear stance against homosexuality, Scott continues to have junior highers who are struggling with homosexuality attend week after week. Unsaved students keep coming as well. Scott believes they come because they feel cared about in an authentic environment — one that exposes them to the truth.
Although serving as a youth pastor involves a “crazy, hard schedule” that takes Scott away from home many nights, he
is committed to and energized by the task. Seeing his kids serve others, watching unsaved kids find new life in Christ, building a community where all students are welcomed, giving talks on Internet safety in an effort to protect young people — these keep Scott going. They are the MRIs of his life, giving him a voice in his community that he uses to share the truth.
On the staff of Antioch Bible Church in the Seattle area, Scott works with junior high and high school students as teacher, coach, mentor, advocate, and pastor. He is a frequent camp, retreat, workshop, and conference speaker as part of his “Truth 4 Youth” ministry. Scott and his wife Ashley have been married for 12 years and have three children. To learn more, e-mail shetherington at abchurch.org
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There’s a saying that bull markets don’t end because of bad news, they end when prices fail to rally on good news. That may be exactly what we’ve been witnessing over the past 24 hours as the first truly bullish DOE report in many weeks failed to sustain a push higher Thursday and led to another wave of heavy selling overnight.
The headline values had just about everything a bull could want in yesterday’s DOE report with large inventory draws across the board, and strong demand from both refiners and consumers. Bears will note that crude oil production did increase sharply on the week, making up for the previous week’s storm-induced decline, and refinery output continued to outpace even the stronger estimates for domestic consumption. The immediate reaction was about what you’d expect, all of the futures contracts hit fresh highs for the days and were well on their way to making Wednesday’s reversal irrelevant. Then without warning, and without an obvious catalyst, prices fell apart about an hour before settlement, and although we ended the day with gains, the momentum had clearly been lost.
There are plenty of theories to explain this week’s selling – the late June rally was nothing more than short covering and position balancing ahead of quarter end, Russia doesn’t want to extend production cuts, Libyan & Nigerian production is growing and stock markets are getting nervous – and this note sums it up well in that crude oil is having a crisis of confidence. Whatever it is, the bulls better get their stuff together soon or we look poised to head right back down to the June lows of $42 for WTI, $1.35 for ULSD and $1.41 for RBOB. $44 held up overnight and gives us a good near-term pivot point to watch.
The June jobs report showed an increase of 222,000 jobs, and stable unemployment readings. That report should be good enough for the FED to stick with their plan to raise rates again this year, and could be strong enough to start discussions of a more hawkish stance since unemployment is staying low and inflation is starting to creep up.
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President Muhammadu Buhari The Court of Appeal in Abuja has dismissed the appeal seeking to disqualify President Muhammadu Buhari over alleged false information on his academic qualification.
A three-member panel of justices unanimously held that the matter lacks merit, having been filed outside the time provided by Section 285 of the Nigerian Constitution.
The appeal was filed by three Nigerian citizens: Kalu Kalu Agu, Labaran Ismail and Hassy Kyari El-Kunis seeking the disqualification of Buhari on the grounds of false information on his educational qualification made in INEC Form CF001. The suit which was dismissed by a Federal High Court on May 2. .


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Hello lovely peoples! Sorry it’s been so long since I’ve made a post, it’s been super crazy busy. The things you need to know?
- I finished NaNoWriMo a day plus a few hours early! Tattoos and Tiaras is over 50,000 words and is currently sitting on the shelf, airing out.
- My big brother is releasing a music video staring me and our sister in law and him, that’ll be out sometime next week.
- My throat and vocal cords ache from all the practicing we’ve been doing for it.
- It’s winter time now!
- I hit a low spell after finishing NaNo, so I finished making and mailed over 130 paper butterflies for a friend’s wedding, and then I wrote a short story. Here it is!
Annie Louise Twitchell
It was my wedding day.
I got up and ran to the church, in just my pajamas and robe. I needed to know what color they were. I needed to know.
I needed to know.
I needed to know.
The words in my head pounded along with my running footsteps as I ran through deserted streets and up to the chapel. The doorknob rattled, loose in the setting, as I turned it and thrust open the heavy oak door.
The chapel was cool and musty. The scent of fresh summer flowers could do little to mask the centuries of cold stone and aging wood and ancient papers.
Everywhere in the chapel there was the flash of bright blue. I heaved a sigh of relief and sank to my knees, my lungs aching from running, but my heart relieved. The butterflies had spoken and my marriage would be long, happy, with many children. Though there would be struggles, they would not be enough to break us, my love and I. We would be tall and resolute like the distant blue mountains that the paper wings of the butterflies so closely resembled.
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She wanted to scream, but knew it would do no good. She was trapped and if she screamed, the sound would echo around and around and around in the tiny time bubble she was in, growing slowly weaker and weaker, until after a few weeks it would finally fade out and she could be in silence again. Even speaking was a bit much, as she would hear whispers of the words for minutes afterwards. She had learned a long time ago, ever so long ago, that it was best to only say aloud what you did not mind hearing again and again.
Her fingers trembled like an old woman’s might, as she folded the butterfly. The squares of white paper that she used would appear each time an engagement was announced, and she would make the butterflies, changing the color of the paper to match the color she saw in their future. The ache of seeing so much made her head throb and her heart burn. She struggled against it at first, tried to resist the urge to fold and crease the paper into the exquisite forms, but it was no good. There was no sleep until the butterflies were made. No peace until the chore was finished. Better to make them all, and quickly, and then go back to sleep and rest and emptiness.
She ought to be an old woman, by now. Surely. She knew it had been a long time, but her body held no mark of time. She was unable even to end her life. She had slipped up once and given herself a paper cut on the edge of the paper — it was black paper, that time, and sure enough the husband had died the following year — and then it was as if nothing had happened, and her skin was back to her usual pale coloring, unmarked.
Sometimes she could see girls come across the field, skittish like the birds that nested in and among the rows of corn and grains. They would bring their own, feeble attempts at the butterflies, and place them on under a tree near her prison. She had tried, at first, to call out to them, begging them to free her, but they never heard her and they always went away again, frightened of something that she could not see.
That, too, frightened her. What danger might there be, lurking in the woods around her prison, that she could neither see nor hear? Would it break open the sphere and eat her? She did not want to be eaten.
Eventually the tree grew old, died away, and fell. There was little left but a stump, and even now, the stump was old and moss covered, rotted low into the ground. A clump of woodland violets grew, nearly in the middle of the stump but a little to one side.
She could see, a little. She could see the girls who came to visit, but only as long as they were there. And she could see enough of their future to know what color the butterflies must be. Sometimes she wanted to change it, but she could not. She tried – and both bride and groom were dead the morning of the wedding.
She never dared to try again after that. Miserable, she went with what it must be, and left fate to its own devices.
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“Mother… Mother…” I sobbed, hearing her familiar footsteps echoing down the chapel walk towards me. I lifted my head from my hands and held out a single, black, butterfly.
She choked and dropped to her knees beside me. “Oh, angel…” She murmured, holding me close, her own hot tears dripping onto my head.
“Janice?” Tom’s voice asked fearfully. His eyes darted nervously as he came down the aisle towards us. “Janice, what’s wrong?”
“This…” I held the butterfly up to him.
He reached out and took it, his eyes betraying his confusion. “What’s this?”
“It’s fate… One of us, Tom… One of us will die…”
He took a step back, dropping the butterfly as if it was cursed. His eyes flew around the chapel again and I knew he saw them, now. The hundreds and thousands of black butterflies. Lining the pews, the piano, the grand organ. On the reverend’s pulpit.
A sea of black butterflies. Death, misery, unhappiness.
Tom shook his head. “I don’t understand, Janice. I don’t understand. It’s just a bunch of paper.”
“No! No, it’s not just that! You don’t understand, you didn’t grow up here! You don’t know what it means!”
“Janey, Janey… Breathe. Tell me what it means. Help me understand it.” His voice was calm and steady, the perfect reflection of the man I loved. “Tell me.”
“The butterfly child, Thomas…” My mother said in a harsh whisper. “You aren’t from around here, how could you be expected to know? The butterfly child tells us our destinies.”
“Destiny can be changed, you know that.” Thomas said flatly. “You’ve said as much before. Destiny is not set in stone.”
“Yes, Thomas, I’ve told you that… But this is death. This is death. One of you will die within the year.”
Thomas’s face went white and he stared at me in horror, then shook his head and set his jaw. “No. I don’t believe it. I didn’t come home from war to be killed by a paper butterfly.”He crouched again, scooping up the butterfly, crumpling it in his fist and hurling it away.
“Believe it, Thomas. The butterfly child is never wrong.”
“I’m not gonna sit here and watch you all suffer under some delusion of legend! It’s just a trick, someone is playing a trick on you! You’re all so superstitious that you believe it!”
“Thomas… Don’t you think we would change it if we could?” My mother was crying again now. “There is no changing it. The butterfly child is a Time Seeker. She knows. She knows, and there is nothing that can be done…”
Tom grabbed my arm, and drew me towards him. “Please, Janey… Please see that this isn’t the case… Please, Janey… I know you, I know you know better.”
“Tom… This has been going on for centuries… I left the butterfly at the Shrine last night, that’s all anyone can do to hope for different…”
“Shrine, what shrine? Show me.”
Mother shook her head quickly. “No! No man is allowed there. Women only. Brides, mothers. Mothers in law. But no men!”
“Oh, come on. Seriously? Look, you’re telling me that this means death. And now you’re telling me that I can’t go see what is making you think that?”
Mother nodded earnestly, and Tom let out a string of curses at her that made her cringe. “Thomas! You are in a church!”
“I’d sooner defile a church building with my words than the earth outside. God only knows enough lies are spewed in here every day, might as well have some honest, upfront ugliness instead.” He pulled me to my feet. “Show me the shrine, Janey. I’m not gonna sit here and do nothing, and I’m not gonna have my bride scared witless on our wedding day. I’ll show you that there’s nothing to fear.”
I stammered helplessly but finally I took a breath and led him through the village and out onto the narrow track that led to the Shrine.
“This doesn’t look like much,” he quipped, looking down at the rotten stump. My paper butterfly, a pale green, was perched on the stump, soaked from the dew. Dozens of rotting remains of other paper butterflies hung around, fallen or blown off the stump. Tom knelt and dug his hands into the soil, taking a deep breath. “You know, Janey, you can see God better out here than in that hell hole of a cold stone building.”
“Tom, please… I know your thoughts about it, but please… And even though you don’t like it, you needn’t disrespect it. It’s all the same God, the same story, just different ways of seeing Him. You can see Him better out here… but other people can see Him better in there. It doesn’t matter…”
Tom snorted and crumbled the dirt through his fingers before wiping his hand on his jeans and standing up. He went past the stump, and I yelled. “Tom! No, that’s not allowed!”
“What’s not– holy sh–!” He yelled, vanishing from sight, and another cry ripped from my throat before I stumbled past the stump after him.
* * *
“What?” The child said, looking up from her tiny nest of blankets. She blinked and stared at the invaders, trembling.
“Hey, hey… Hey…” The male person said softly, crouching down so he was more her size. He reached a hand towards her and she panicked, scrambling backwards and pulling the blanket up to cover herself. She stared at him, her eyes wide.
He smiled a little and stayed where he was, hand still out to her. “You make the butterflies, don’t you, little one?” She nodded breathlessly, and he echoed the movement. “Why did you make black ones today?”
She sniffled and rubbed her nose, sad and miserable. “I didn’t wanna…”
“I know, sweetheart. It’s okay.” He made a soft, comforting sound, like something that she remembered from a long, long, long time ago. She slowly crept towards him and rested her thin white hand in his big, rough, brown one. His eyes were bright and familiar as he searched her face, and she yanked her hand away, scurried back to her nest, and curled up under the blankets. She began to cry, great heaving sobs that echoed around and around the prison.
Then she was being lifted up, and carried, and then there only sound was her sobs and the wind – she remembered the wind – whistling in the treetops. She quieted and for a breathless moment there was silence, and then the two people, the male person and the female person, were yelling at each other in loud voices. The female person was scared, and the male person was angry. She didn’t want to be held by an angry person, so she squirmed, trying to get free. He just held her a little tighter and kept talking, and she whimpered softly. She didn’t understand what was going on. She just wanted to go home to her mother and be held.
And then there she was, in her mother’s arms.
* * *
Tom stared in horrified confusion as he brushed the blanket away to show me the little girl’s face, and all that was there was a huge pile of butterflies in every shade imaginable, and, I thought, maybe a few that weren’t.
“W-where did she go?” He whispered.
I started to reply but I was drowned out by the sound of the church bells, ringing loudly, summoning. Tom stared at me, then adjusted his hold on the bundle of butterflies and ran for the village. I followed, struggling to keep up with him.
“Janice! Janice!” My mother screamed, as soon as she saw me through the crowds gathered outside the church. “Everyone move and let Janice and Thomas through!”
The crowds parted after a moment, and Tom pushed me towards the church. My mother held out the crumpled butterfly that Tom had thrown away, and stared at me as it slowly changed color from black to pale green.
Tom stared for a moment, then slowly turned and walked away. The crowd parted wordlessly in front of him and he went across the street and stood, looking over the guardrail at the river below. Then he mumbled something and released two corners of the blanket, so the butterflies tumbled out and down towards the water.
A breeze swept up and lifted the butterflies, and as they blew away, I could have sworn they were moving independent of the wind. Tom watched in silence until they couldn’t be seen anymore, then slowly turned back towards me, and held his hand out. “Told ya it could be changed, Janey, if we really worked at it…” He gave me a crooked half smile as I slipped my hand in his, then he dragged me towards the church. “Come on, let’s get married before anything else comes up.”
Copyright December 2016 by Annie Louise Twitchell


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30 March 2007
The day Thelon Oeming moved into an apartment in a working class area of Toronto he saw a hunched back man shouting to himself in the middle of the street. Soon after that, the sound of an accordian floated across the street and Thelon discovered that this apparently crazy man was not only his neighbor but a musician. His curiosity was aroused. Who was this talented man tormented by demon voices?
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There are dumb people in every country. There are violent people in every country. But not every country has an outbreak of xenophobic attacks almost every single year.
There’s something uniquely broken in South African society which produces these recurring attacks.
A video of a South African man talking about the current xenophobic attacks gives some insight into what might be broken in that country.
In the video, the guy proudly declares they’re ready to attack any foreigner they see.
He said they won’t distinguish between blacks and whites and even added he feels ‘pride’ at killing fellow blacks.
This video alone should be enough to get him in jail otherwise it just emboldens others like him. The South African authorities need to step up if further damage is not to be done to their country’s already battered image.


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The Food and Drug Administration has closed its investigation of an outbreak of infections from Salmonella Typhimurium that sickened more than 250 people without finding a cause for the illnesses.
The FDA first announced the outbreak on August 17, 2022. Patient numbers steadily grew, reaching 274 at the point the investigation was closed this week.
Agency investigators conducted traceback efforts as well as sample testing and on-site inspections, but the FDA never reported what food or foods were involved in those activities. Similarly, the agency did not report what company was the subject of its on-site inspections.
As is its practice with weekly outbreak updates, the FDA did not report how old the patients were or where they lived.
In other outbreak news, the FDA continued an investigation into a Salmonella Typhimurium outbreak traced to fresh alfalfa sprouts. The FDA is working with state and local officials as well as the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention on the investigation.
According to the FDA and the CDC, the implicated sprouts are from SunSprout Enterprises in Nebraska. Some of the sprouts had expiration dates as recent as Jan. 7.
SunSprout Enterprises recalled four lots — 4211, 5211, 3212, and 4212 — of raw alfalfa sprouts in 4-ounce clamshells and 2.5-pound packages, with best-by dates between Dec. 10, 2022, and Jan. 7, 2023. An investigation is underway to determine how this alfalfa product was handled and stored after it left its Nebraska production facility, according to the FDA.
As of the most recent patient count update, which was posted by the CDC on Dec. 30, 15 people from three states have been infected. The states and the number of sick people are Nebraska with 8, South Dakota with 6, and Oklahoma with 1. Two patients have been hospitalized. No deaths have been reported.
Of 12 patients who have been interviewed so far by public health officials, all reported eating sprouts in the days before becoming sick. The patients range in age from 19 to 78 years old with a median age of 39. Sixty-seven percent of the patients are female.
Whole genome sequencing has already shown that bacteria from sick people’s samples are closely related genetically. This suggests that people in this outbreak got sick from the same food.
Additional patients will likely be identified.
“The true number of sick people in this outbreak is likely much higher than the number reported, and the outbreak may not be limited to the states with known illnesses. This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Salmonella. In addition, recent illnesses may not yet be reported as it usually takes 3 to 4 weeks to determine if a sick person is part of an outbreak,” according to the CDC.
Anyone who has eaten sprouts and developed symptoms of Salmonella is urged to seek medical attention. It can take several days for symptoms to appear.
Food contaminated with Salmonella bacteria does not usually look, smell, or taste spoiled. Anyone can become sick with a Salmonella infection. Infants, children, seniors, and people with weakened immune systems are at higher risk of serious illness because their immune systems are fragile, according to the CDC.
Anyone who has developed symptoms of Salmonella infection should seek medical attention. Sick people should tell their doctors about the possible exposure to Salmonella bacteria because special tests are necessary to diagnose salmonellosis. Salmonella infection symptoms can mimic other illnesses, frequently leading to misdiagnosis.
Symptoms of Salmonella infection can include diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and fever within 12 to 72 hours after eating contaminated food. Otherwise, healthy adults are usually sick for four to seven days. In some cases, however, diarrhea may be so severe that patients require hospitalization.
Older adults, children, pregnant women, and people with weakened immune systems, such as cancer patients, are more likely to develop severe illnesses and serious, sometimes life-threatening conditions.
Some people get infected without getting sick or showing any symptoms. However, they may still spread the infections to others.
In another outbreak investigation, the FDA and CDC are working to determine what brand of enoki mushrooms have sickened at least two people, one each in Nevada and Michigan.
The patients are infected with the pathogen Listeria monocytogenes and both have been hospitalized.
There have been numerous recalls of enoki mushrooms this year from a wide variety of companies and importers because of Listeria contamination.
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UPPER WEST SIDE — Like many parents, Golden Globe-winning Paul Giamatti read Roald Dahl to his son at bedtime, and reveled in the author's dark humor and inventive plot lines.
This December, Giamatti will read Dahl to an audience of 800 people, conjuring characters from "James and the Giant Peach" to "The Enormous Crocodile," in an event celebrating the beloved storyteller at Symphony Space.
The Dec. 8 evening is a benefit for First Book-Manhattan, a non-profit that helps give books to kids in need.
Symphony Space said it's still pulling in a mix of big name actors and up-and-coming stars to be part of the dramatic readings, as well as musical acts that will perform music from Roald Dahl movies and musicals.
"I think everybody likes being read to, even grownups," said Jennifer Brennan, the production coordinator for literary performances at Symphony Space.
The performance, with tickets for $25, is expected to sell out, said Brennan, in part because Dahl so readily appeals to both adults and kids — and there are also an awful lot of Giamatti fans, she said.
Dahl's witty stories and books transcend age groups, she said.
"You get a certain level of humor [in Dahl's writing] as an adult that you wouldn’t get as an 8-year-old," she explained.
But the organization is carefully combing through Dahl's vast collection, she said, because not all of his stories are appropriate for children.
Though Giamatti said it's his favorite, the organization ruled out "The Twits," a story about a nasty couple that jails and abuses a family of monkeys in their house.
Still, said Brennan, the evening will be appropriate for kids 8 and older, but, "it’s not going to be babyish."
"The Revolting Rhymes," Dahl's collection of "fractured fairytales" will be on the roster, said Brennan, but the rest of the hour-to-two hour-long show — with the length still being ironed out — is being kept a surprise for now.
"We want to keep a little mystery," said Brennan.
Tickets are on sale here.


I can’t make up my mind about this one. My youngest daughter snagged it as soon as it came off the hook. Sometimes I love it, sometimes meh.
It’s a basic ripple pattern, which I got into the rhythm of really quickly and although I’d be lying if I said it’s portable, its a compulsive crochet.
This one’s made in DK, with a 4mm hook, and done in trebles. It fits a single bed comfortably & is big enough for 2 to snuggle under on the sofa. I used Hayfield Bonus DK. It’s a decent acrylic yarn and the best thing is it’s machine washable and can be tumble dried. Each colour uses up about 230g but if I was making it again I’d plan for 300g. There’s nothing worse than running out of yarn 3/4 of the way through (trust me!)
The blanket was 283 stitches wide. The ripple needs multiples of 14 plus an extra 3.
Cast on 283.
treble in the 4th hook from chain.
1 treble in next 4 stitches.
next *2 x tr2tog, 1 treble in nest 4 stitches, 2 trebles in next stitch, 2 trebles in next stitch, 1 trebles in next 4 stitches,* repeat until 4 stitches from end, then 1 treble in next 3 stitches, 2 treble in last stitch.
This is the basic ripple and the colouring starts with 6 rows of each: * Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, Indigo, Violet* This is the full colour block. I decreased one row with each colour block til I got to one row of each colour. This is the middle of the blanket. At this point, the rows colour starts increasing by one row each block.
I moved house in the midst of making this blanket and I admit, sometimes it was the only thing that kept me sane. It’s not one of those things that I could just churn out, it took a good while , but for something to do while watching TV, or listening to audio books, it’s hard to beat.


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Quick and Easy Chocolate Fudge
It really doesn’t get any easier than this quick and Easy Chocolate Fudge. In fact, I bet if you show your kids how to make it, you’ll never have to do it again. They’ll love the special treat and gain experience and confidence in the kitchen. This is one of many things my kids started making when they were just little bitty kiddos.
Of course, fudge is always delicious, but it’s also perfect for holiday gatherings, gift giving, or even as a yummy treat to have on hand when you just need a satisfying nibble of something rich and decadent. Let’s face it, we all have those moments — don’t we? I know I sure do!
What You’ll Need for Easy Chocolate Fudge
- chocolate chips
- sweetened condensed milk
- finishing salt, optional
You can easily add some extras to make a special holiday treat. For example, we love the wonderful flavor and look of a festive Peppermint Chocolate Fudge. Still super easy, and perfect for Christmas dessert trays or packaged up for a beautiful gift presentation (paid link).
For Chocolate Peppermint Fudge:
Make a double batch of our famous (at least in my family) Easy Chocolate Fudge. Put all of the fudge mixture in the prepared 8″ x 8″ square pan. Put about 6 mini peppermint candy canes (or a similar amount of whatever hard peppermint candy you have on hand) in a zip top bag and roughly crush with a rolling pin or the flat side of a meat mallet. Sprinkle peppermint chunks on top of the fudge. Refrigerate until firm, then cut with a long, thin knife.
Other Fudge Variations:
- Substitute semi-sweet chocolate chips for milk chocolate, be careful to not overheat the chips.
- Make double-decker fudge, using any combination of two different types of chips. Peanut butter, dark chocolate, etc.
- Add garnishes or stir-ins. Nuts, chopped cherries, mini M&Ms, mini marshmallows, etc. Get creative and make fudge to fit any holiday or season.
How to Store Fudge:
I live in Florida, so I store almost everything in the refrigerator or freezer. I typically make a few batches shortly after Thanksgiving and store it, pre-cut, in a zip top bag in my freezer. It keeps wonderfully, and it only takes a few minutes to bring it to room temperature; ready for serving. The nice thing is, I can make a few different types of fudge and put out a variety without any trouble.
- 3 cups milk chocolate chips, or semi-sweet
- 1 can sweetened condensed milk, 14 oz.
- finishing salt, optional
- Prepare an 8" x 8" square pan by lining it with foil, then lightly coat the foil with a nonstick spray.
- Place the milk chocolate chips in a medium size glass, microwave-safe bowl. Pour the sweetened condensed milk over the chips, and stir to coat.
- Microwave on high for 1 minute. Stir to combine; it should be a very smooth consistency. If the chocolate chips aren't completely melted, give them a few more seconds in the microwave, and stir again.
- Pour the fudge mixture into the prepared pan. Smooth top as much as possible. Let the fudge cool until set. Sprinkle with a little finishing salt, if desired.