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An Interview with Morris Eaves,
Robert N. Essick, and Joseph Viscomi
Two decades ago, in 1982, Studies in Romanticism published a special issue on Blake that turned the prophetic trope on its head. Conceived as a tribute to David Erdman, the issue included an interview with him and a round-table on the future of Blake studies edited by Morris Eaves. Eaves not only found the soothsayers in his midst, but took things one step further by giving them an assignment. How he persuaded ten esteemed Blake scholars, all of presumably sound mind, to try on for size the mantle of prophecy I can't say, but the results make for startling reading, even—or especially—at this late date. Regardless of whether or not individual predictions have made the transition from counterfactuals to factuals in the twenty years that have lapsed since their publication, the round robin gives a bracing look at how its contributors imagined the future landscape of Blake criticism. The time is ripe to assess their prophetic hits and misses, as well as reach out to the next generation of Blake scholars who will one day stand in the same relation to these pages as I do to their prototype.
Because 2002 marks not only the twentieth anniversary of that remarkable issue of SiR, but also the tenth anniversary of the conception of the electronic William Blake Archive , a project that for some has come to iconify the future of Blake studies, I asked its editors—Morris Eaves, Robert N. Essick, and Joseph Viscomi—if they'd be willing to do the mantic honors again, this time around as a threesome. In the text of the interview that follows—conducted via email in January, February, and March of 2002—they've done just that, reprising their prophetic roles, and at my bidding reflecting on their own scholarship—past, present, and future. While topics of conversation run the gamut from the winsome (Blake kitsch) to the peculiar (hypothetical extensions of Blake's canon), such diversity is subordinate to recurrent themes that shape the momentum of the four-way exchange, particularly those of reproduction, materiality, and representation. Perhaps in the hands of this interviewer things couldn't have been otherwise. It is in this context that I have used the interview as an occasion to draw from Eaves, Essick, and Viscomi a view of the Blake Archive as they see it from the scaffolds and a sense of its place in the history of Blake reproductions and editing.
Because we live in an age when rapid technological obsolescence is a truism, the more technical questions and answers of the interview are likely to acquire a patina before their time. If today they hold the promise of new knowledge and research tools, tomorrow they will remind us that the future is always refracted through the eye of history, distorted by the force and limitations of a collective imagination. "What is now proved was once only imagined," Blake tells us (MHH 8, E 36), on the face of it suggesting perfect agreement between conjectural and empirical truth, the one co-extensive with the other, although temporally disjoint. In this view, history plays the role of generative grammarian, transforming the subjunctive mood in which we cast our speculations about the future into the indicative mood of fact and experience. Yet it is a representation that fails to take into account the prima facie truth of prophecy, irrespective of its fulfillment in time. The high jinks of the fool's prophecies in King Lear or the incandescence of the conjectures of A. E. Housman or the loud proclamations of Filippo Tommaso Marinetti in his Futurist manifesto are specimens of a genre whose merits are measured by criteria other than provability.
The kind of prophecy practiced by Eaves, Essick, and Viscomi in the discussion that follows takes the more elementary form of a "personal accounting" and a "directive for future acts." The quotation comes from Poems for the Millennium, whose editors, Jerome Rothenberg and Pierre Joris, are describing manifestos, not prophecies, but its aptness points to a kinship between the two genres deserving of further attention. In her anthology of manifestos, Mary Ann Caws notes that the manifesto "is always opposed to something, particular or general." In 1982, that something for Eaves was the myth of a Blake industry, the idea of a central command center responsible for overseeing traffic in Blake criticism. Using his introduction to the chain prophecy as a bully pulpit from which to knock down some wrongheaded ideas about Blake scholarship, Eaves had his fun with the prevailing conspiracy theory of the day. While the present interview makes no attempt to update Eaves's send-up for the new millennium, it shares with its predecessor other manifesto-like qualities, particularly in the way it "positions itself between what has been done and what will be done, between the accomplished and the potential, in . . . an energizing division." To borrow Eaves's words of twenty years ago, I hope the results make for interesting reading.
A print version of this interview appears in a special issue of Studies in Romanticism on Blake (Summer 2002, volume 41). I wish to thank the journal's editor, David Wagenknecht, and the general editors of Romantic Circles—Neil Fraistat, Steven E. Jones, and Carl Stahmer—for facilitating this publication arrangement. I'd also like to thank Matthew Kirschenbaum for creating the title image for the electronic version. [KK]

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Harrisburg – State Senator Tom McGarrigle (R-26) has introduced legislation to increase access to child immunizations.
Senate Bill 305 would allow pharmacists the ability to administer the flu vaccine to children seven years of age and older with parental consent. The legislation would also permit pharmacy interns who have completed appropriate training to administer the flu vaccine under pharmacist supervision.
Current state law allows pharmacists and pharmacy interns to immunize only adults.
“The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommends that all children at least six months old receive a flu shot every year, but only about 55 percent of Pennsylvania children do. Senate Bill 305 would give parents an additional safe and convenient option to keep their children healthy,” said McGarrigle.
In addition, under the U.S. military’s health plan, the bill would make it possible for the children of military personnel to receive free flu vaccinations.
In the previous legislative session, similar legislation was passed by the Senate by a vote of 50-0 but was not taken up by the House of Representatives. Senate Bill 305 was referred to the Senate Consumer Affairs and Professional Licensure Committee.
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We’ve covered many of Sony’s phones in our reviews, but what makes them so popular? Let’s take a look at some of the features of the Xperia XZ2, a new addition to the Xperia lineup. Plus, read our Xperia 5 III review to find out whether it’s a phone you should buy. It’s not easy to find a phone that meets your needs, but we’ve made the process easier by reviewing several different models of Sony’s phones.
Review of Sony’s Xperia XZ2
As a long-time Android fan, I was eager to check out Sony’s new Xperia YZ2 smartphone. Announced at the annual Mobile World Congress event, the Xperia YZ2 is the successor to the popular Xperia Z and comes with a lot of great new features. Here’s my review of the Sony Xperia YZ2 smartphone.
One thing I found lacking in the Xperia YZ2 is autobrightness. It’s very difficult to keep this smartphone still while using it, even if you’re seated at an angle. Using autobrightness requires you to unlock your phone, and it takes a long time to adjust to changing ambient light conditions. It can also be a bit too bright in low-light situations.
The XZ2’s fingerprint sensor is a welcome addition, but its placement is an issue. The fingerprint sensor is located on the back of the phone, which is a slightly strange place for it. Its placement is far lower than many other devices and it feels slippery in the hand. Compared to its predecessor, it feels too slippery to hold and is susceptible to accidental drops. In addition to this, the XZ2’s back is an uninspiring fingerprint magnet and will easily slip off of most surfaces.
While the Xperia YZ2 has many desirable features, it is difficult to overlook its flaws. It lacks a fingerprint reader in the center, but the main camera has a rich, vibrant picture quality. Its battery life also suffers due to the display’s high brightness. Some of the phone’s features can be overlooked, however. Features like Dynamic Vibration and super-slow-mo at 1080p aren’t particularly useful and 4K HDR video quality aren’t always used.
Until this year, Sony seemed to have missed the mobile scene. But now it has embraced modern smartphone features, such as face recognition and fingerprint scanner. Sony has finally caught up with its mobile peers. It has been a while since Sony’s last phone, but it has finally become a viable competitor. Sony’s Xperia XZ2 is one of its best phones in years. It’s a true flagship and can stand out among Android rivals.
One strange feature of the XZ2 is the Dynamic Vibration System. The phone uses a redesigned vibration motor that rumbles the body when you hold it near an object. This can be quite useful for gaming and increases engagement. You can even adjust the strength of the effect using a virtual slider just like the volume. There’s a lot of buzz about the Dynamic Vibration System, but I’m not sure it’s worth the hype.
Another feature that makes this phone so much more desirable is its front-facing stereo speakers. The sound is decent but not great. The bass is empty and the highs are raspy. This will suit users of YouTube videos but not those who want to listen to music on the go. The Sony Xperia XZ2 also has a USB-C headphone adapter, which makes it more versatile than many other smartphones.
Review of Sony’s Xperia 1 IV
As a smartphone enthusiast, you may want to read the latest Xperia 1 IV review, which is a full feature comparison between the Xperia 1 IV and other high-end flagships. The Xperia 1 IV is a flagship smartphone from Sony, which offers an impressive set of core specs. The device is powered by a Snapdragon 8-generation chip, which until recently was the fastest on the market, and is expected to remain the standard for future Android flagships. The device also features a generous amount of RAM and storage, including a 256GB or 512GB option, with a microSD expansion slot. It has a remarkably smooth performance, even during lighter use, which will most likely continue to impress users for years to come.
While the Xperia 1 IV has a few standout features, the camera still lacks a little bit of polish. The Xperia 1 IV has a comparatively small amount of bloatware, but it does have some nice extras. It comes with Music Pro, a recording app for your music, and a free year’s worth of security patches. Those who want a great point-and-shoot camera may want to look elsewhere.
When it comes to photography, the Xperia 1 IV is an undisputed top-tier smartphone. Its powerful processor and optical zoom camera provide benefits that other smartphones lack. However, the price tag is still high and may put some consumers off. It is also quite hot – and not just because of the high price tag. Sony is hoping that its latest flagship phone will get even hotter in the coming months.
While the Sony Xperia 1 III was almost perfect, it wasn’t close enough to challenge Samsung or Apple for the top 10 smartphones. While this phone may not be the ultimate choice for a top-tier smartphone buyer, it will appeal to creative types who want a phone that lets them use their creativity. The camera is the most advanced in the industry and Sony has continued to improve its software to keep it running smoothly and reliably.
For those of us who can afford the Xperia 1 IV, the high price is justified. But while it has several exciting features, it doesn’t offer any significant design innovation. The Xperia 1 IV has the same severe black brick design as its predecessors. Although this makes it less distinctive than its competitors, some people consider its look to be iconic. The Xperia 1 IV has excellent cameras, but it lacks a lot of design innovation.
Battery life is another area in which this device shines. The Xperia 1 IV’s battery life is excellent and will last most users throughout the day. It can be charged slowly at night and will learn your charging habits and optimize its performance accordingly. Overall, the battery life isn’t exceptional, but it’s good enough for a smartphone. The only drawback is the lack of a memory card slot.
Review of Sony’s Xperia 5 III
The XPERIA 5 III is a dual-SIM, 256GB, 5G Smartphone that features a blasted metal and frosted glass frame. The smartphone has triple 12MP rear cameras with ZEISS optics, which includes dual focal-length telephoto lenses and ultra-wide-angle capabilities. There are three camera modes: panorama, wide-angle, and telephoto.
While Sony hasn’t managed to compete with the other giants in the smartphone market, it does have impressive photographic abilities, especially in low-light conditions. The Xperia 5 III’s camera is especially impressive, with software designed for professional users. But it does lack wireless charging. For photography purists, this phone may not be the best choice. While its camera quality is excellent, it lacks features such as computational photography and wireless charging.
The Xperia 5 III comes in black and green color options, with either 128GB or 256GB of storage. It supports microSD cards up to 1TB. One notable problem with the phone is its poor cooling tech, which results in a hot phone when running challenging apps. However, it is hard to find a fault with the phone’s processor. Sony may have a plan in the works for future generations, but for now, the Xperia 5 III is the best mobile phone for many consumers.
While the Xperia 5 III is largely free of pre-installed apps, there are a few downsides. The phone has a side-mounted fingerprint reader and only 8GB of RAM, which is slightly lower than some rivals. The phone also lacks a headphone jack, stereo speakers, and a microSD slot. The battery life is about the same as the 5 III’s, but there are some notable differences.
The Xperia 5 III is smaller than most rival phones, making it much more convenient to hold. The phone’s 21:9 aspect ratio and compact design make it easier to use in your pocket than most flagship smartphones. While the slim size makes the phone easier to hold, the smaller size limits some functions. It also looks odd in comparison to its larger cousins. This may be the main downside, but it is a minor quibble.
The camera is a highlight of this phone, but the downside is that it’s not great. While the front-facing camera has a decent sensor, it’s a little too basic for the price. A weaker rear-facing camera makes for a poor selfie. The Xperia 5 III’s 8MP camera is also unsuitable for use as a point-and-shoot option. The camera has a wide-angle lens and a lack of detail, but overall, it still does the job.
The screen on the Xperia 5 III is another highlight. It features Corning Gorilla Glass 6 on the back and a shiny metal frame. The build quality is impressive and the device feels sturdy in the hand. It’s waterproof, dust-proof, and water-resistant, according to IP65/68 standards. Its glass back, as well as its buttons and connectors, are a nice touch.


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Just escaped. Justin Bieber was lucky to emrge uninjured from a car accident Friday night in Los Angeles. His Mercedes-Benz G-Class SUV was hit by a Range Rover from behind, leading to dent and damage to spare tire cover.
The minor crash was confirmed by the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department saying the two vehicles collided at about 8:49 p.m. at Sunset and Weathlery.
A police spokesperson said, “There were no injuries and there was no report taken. The parties exchanged info and left the location.”
However, it was not revealed who was at fault for the traffic collision. The singer’s representative didn’t comment on request of media houses.
Meanwhile, social media has been flooded with photos and videos of the aftermath of accident. One of Bieber’s fans shared a video of the scene on Twitter captioning it as, “Just watched Justin Bieber get into a car crash, this is the epitome of living in L.A. I love u and hope ur ok @justinbieber.”
In the video the 24-year-old singer appeared exchanging information with the driver of the Range Rover.
The “Sorry” singer met accient last July too. His vehicle had hit the car of a paparazzo after leaving a church service in Beverly Hills.
The victim, Maurice Lamont, though suffered non-life threatening injuries. He was admitted to Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
A source then said the singer was surrounded by paparazzi and came into contact with one of the paps accidentally. It is not true that Biebs hit the guy or ran over him.

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Every villain has a noble cause, and every hero has a dark side.
Detective Ryan Lopez is a rising star in Los Angeles' elite Gang Task Force. What the world doesn't know is that long before Ryan became a cop, he pledged allegiance to a different band of brothers – a powerful Latino gang called Los Angelicos.
When Ryan's best friend and police partner is senselessly killed by a notorious gang member, Ryan teams up with longtime Task Force member Cassius Green who has been at the forefront of the city's war on organized crime. In this war between law enforcement and gangs, the series explores how only people who really know the streets can win the battle on the streets.

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The great Western Australian renewables fund is off, for now.
Synergy - WA's gas and electricity retailer - was in the market late last year talking to infrastructure types about setting up a renewables fund that would have bankrolled new solar projects in the state.
Colonial First State and offshore infrastructure investor DIF were among the parties that went deep into the process, and the exploratory talks went as far as running a formal process and setting up entities with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission.
However it is understood Synergy has shelved the "pathway with private equity" option, for the time being.
It means would-be renewables investors across the country are back on the look out for new projects.
It will be interesting to see whether any more turn up at AGL Energy, which last year set up the Powering Australian Renewables Fund with capital from the Future Fund and QIC Ltd.
While investment in renewables is nothing new, infrastructure investors and power retailers are showing renewed enthusiasm for the sector.
The interesting thing about AGL's fund was that it allowed investors to back greenfield and brownfield renewable energy investments, which reduced the risk for backers. It was also backed by a long-term energy supply contract to AGL.
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Oaktree Capital Management and an Australian property investor have teamed up to take on Evans Dixon fund.
Newcrest Mining has started a process to sell down its stake in Indonesia's Gosowong gold and silver mine.
Canadian bigwig OPTrust is seeking a co-investor for its Australian buses business, Kinetic.
Archer Capital has kicked off a sale process for Kiwi education roll-up Aspire2.
KKR has hired an independent adviser ahead of a potential $1 billion float of Pepper Group.

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I've noticed in the Wild Update that - since the frog variants are coded based on temperature - the white frogs end up spawning in the swamps and mangrove forests. Personally, it just feels really weird. They stick out like a sore thumb, and don't match at all.
Even in the promotional material, they show the brown frogs in this biome.
Why not make it match the color palette of the biome, and not it's temperature?? It really drags down the atmosphere of the mangrove swamp, which was what I was most excited about in the update.
"Realism", whatever that means in a game featuring bees the size of turkeys. One RL example of white(ish) frogs is the cuban treefrog, but actually it isn't even native to places where mangroves are found, and the most ironic thing is that it would fit in mangrove swamps if only mangroves would look like RL mangroves, which bark is often light gray (https://i0.wp.com/wilderness-society.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/mangroves-105646.jpg) - it doesn't help how the biome surface is mostly covered in dark gray goo either, while RL mangrove forests look so much better with all those white trees growing directly out of the water and almost no ground is visible.
It's not about how it "feels", because you're only feeling what's "right" depending on only camouflage, but that's not the case for some species. There are frogs that are instead adapted to temperature conditions, like light-coloured to reflect heat from the sun in humid or tropical environments, or dark-coloured to absorb heat from the sun in arid or frigid environments. The frogs in MC are designed and named after temperature: warm, temperate, and cold. It's just similar design to how some real-life frogs exist/live. Reality and wildlife is a lot stranger and seemingly illogical the more you notice them, but there are scientific reasons for why they are what they are.


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A fragile truce in Syria appears to be crumbling after new airstrikes in Aleppo. More than 100 migrants are reported drowned after a boat capsizes off the Egyptian coast. And the U.S. allows Boeing to sell passenger planes to Iran. A panel of journalists joins guest host Amy Walter for analysis of the week's top international news stories.
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But that's not all, True Believers. We also have some stellar shots of Scorpion straight from the year 2099 and Juggenaut straight from the Amazing universe!
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Younger investors might have been caught off guard by the recent outperformance of European stocks versus their U.S. peers. We think it may well continue.
Things continue to go well for European stocks. Since the beginning of the year, the Stoxx 600 has gained almost twice as much as the S&P 500. This outperformance started at the end of September 2022. Since then, European stocks have gained around 15% (in euros), compared to a dollar gain of only 7% for the S&P 500, which, owing to recent weakening in the dollar, was a fall of around 4% in euro terms. That Europe’s outperformance coincides with war, energy crisis and record high inflation in Europe reflects the fact that investors trade on the basis of expectations. Immediately after Russia’s invasion in February 2022 expectations for Europe dropped while the U.S. appeared to be relatively immune to a distant war and an energy and supply crisis. Nonetheless stocks on both sides of the Atlantic fell by double-digit percentages, but the dollar appreciated, making U.S. investments relative outperformers. And this continued a long-term trend because, as our Chart of the Week shows, the relatively poor performance of European stocks against the U.S. has been the rule, not the exception, over the past 15 years.
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There were good reasons for this beyond the often-cited supposed “greater dynamism” of the U.S. economy. Technology stocks, prominent in the U.S., have shown strong growth and their valuations, like that of all growth stocks, have benefited particularly strongly from the low interest rate environment of the past decade and a half. But the central banks are now reminding us almost daily that the low interest rate era is over and will not return in the foreseeable future. That this plays into the hands of more value-heavy European equity markets is only one of the reasons why we believe European outperformance could be set to continue.
The higher weighting of defensive stocks in Europe is also an advantage in a year in which we expect a mild recession. At the same time, an earlier-than-anticipated boom in China is looming as a result of the end of the Covid restrictions – even if this is only likely to appear in the economic data in a few months’ time. Europe benefits more than the U.S. from exports to China. Of course, Europe is also benefiting from low expectations, especially after Russia’s invasion. But the energy crisis has been less severe than feared and the economy is performing better than hoped.
This has also meant that earnings estimates for listed companies in Europe have not had to be revised as much as in the U.S. One reason being that Europe’s financial sector is benefiting even more from the turn in interest rates, as its profits had been depressed by lower and even negative rates.
In our view, however, institutional investors are still under-positioned in Europe and remain quite cautious. This is ultimately also reflected in valuations. Despite a slight recovery, Europe’s discount compared to the valuation of U.S. stocks is still close to a record high with 28%. Here, too, the longer-term picture in our chart shows that there remains a lot of room for improvement.
None of this, however, should obscure the structural challenges facing Europe. In our study, “A Framework for European Transformation”, we take a closer look at the opportunities and risks that Europe faces ahead of the decarbonization of its economy.

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However, when detected in its earliest stages and appropriately treated, the average five-year breast cancer survival rate is 98 percent.
Finding Cancer Early
3-D mammography is the latest technology improving breast cancer detection at its earliest stage, and Salem Regional Medical Center (SRMC) is now offering this advanced screening tool in the Medical Imaging department at the hospital’s main campus, 1995 East State St. in Salem; and at the Firestone Farms TownCenter, 116 Carriage Drive in Columbiana.
According to Peter Apicella, M.D., SRMC Chief Radiologist, “SRMC provides the newest generation of breast cancer detection technology available between Pittsburgh and Cleveland. 3-D mammography complements standard 2-D digital mammography, and can detect up to 40 percent more invasive cancers than a traditional mammogram. In addition, the overall radiation dose of the 3-D examination is 30 percent less than a traditional mammogram.”
How it Works
The 3-D exam is performed at the same time as the 2-D screening, with less breast compression so there is less discomfort for the patient.
“The low-dose, 3-D images are acquired in an arc over the breast, similar to the process used by a CT scanner,” Dr. Apicella explained. “Unlike other older 3-D mammogram equipment, our new 3-D unit features the widest-angled acquisition method, which provides the greatest depth resolution and clarity of images.
“This level of detail has never been possible before and greatly enhances the ability to identify early cancers, especially in women with dense breasts and fibrocystic breast disease, where tumors are more difficult to find. 3-D mammography also enables the radiologist to distinguish harmless structures from tumors, resulting in fewer false positive results and fewer ‘call-backs,’ which occur when a mammogram identifies something suspicious and additional imaging or a biopsy is recommended.”
Comprehensive Breast Care
“In addition to 3-D mammography, SRMC provides state-of-the-art 3T Open MRI breast imaging, breast ultrasound and breast biopsies,” Dr. Apicella continued. “This technology enables our team of dedicated physicians to provide quality care from diagnosis and treatment through potential cure.”
“The 3-D mammography unit is another significant upgrade in SRMC’s commitment to offer the very best in healthcare services to our region,” added Anita Hackstedde, M.D., SRMC’s President/CEO. “We’re pleased to provide a comprehensive range of advanced breast imaging services, with the goal of improving the detection of breast cancer at its earliest and most treatable stage.”
To learn more about 3-D mammography, call SRMC’s Medical Imaging department at 330-332-7131.
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The Girl in the Backseat
by Norma Charles
Ronsdale Press, 2008
$10.95 (paperback) 183 pp, ages 12 – 15
Careful handling of a controversial subject makes this story an excellent read. A young girl, Toby, is desperate to flee from her religious community in British Columbia when she learns she’s to be married at fourteen to a much older man—someone she’s never met. Toby makes her escape by hiding in the back seat of a Mini driven by Minerva and Jacob, siblings on a family road trip to take Minerva to university in Manitoba. Suspenseful and adventurous, this novel deals with contemporary issues—blended families, polygamous religious communities and prejudice—with humour and understanding.
This review is from Canadian Teacher Magazine’s May 2009 issue.

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This minimally invasive outpatient procedure allows the surgeon to evaluate and treat injuries and disorders of the ligaments, cartilage, and bones of the wrist. The surgeon uses a small camera, called an arthroscope, and tiny instruments which are inserted through small incisions in the wrist.
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THE TRUTH IS OUT THERE — “NASA talks UFOs with public ahead of final report on unidentified flying objects,” by AP’s Marcia Dunn: “NASA held its first public meeting on UFOs Wednesday a year after launching a study into … mysterious sightings in the sky that NASA calls UAPs, or unidentified aerial phenomena.” Watch the livestream
DEBT LIMIT VIBE CHECK — As lawmakers work against the June 5 deadline for a potential federal default, the House is hurtling toward a decisive evening vote on the deal negotiated by President JOE BIDEN and Speaker KEVIN McCARTHY that would raise the limit till 2025 in return for modest spending cuts and a smattering of policy adjustments.
Despite back-and-forth from members of both parties and a series of snafus related to controversial work-requirement provisions, congressional leaders showed few signs they were concerned about its passage as they worked to shore up support for the deal.
The leaders speak … In a closed-door meeting with White House officials this morning, House Minority Leader HAKEEM JEFFRIES confirmed that he and other Democratic leaders support the deal. Still, Minority Whip KATHERINE CLARK noted that when it comes to the “rule” — the procedural vote setting up final floor consideration of the bill — Republicans alone “should be responsible,” AP’s Seung Min Kim reports. (Note that “should” is not the same as “must.”)
Rep. PATRICK McHENRY (R-N.C.) told reporters that it’s “the hope” that Republicans can carry the rule without Democratic help. Majority Whip TOM EMMER, meanwhile, told our Jordain Carney, “Republicans are the ones who are running this place, and Republicans will pass the bills, and that’s what we are doing.”
As for the final vote, it’s clear Democratic votes will be needed, but just how many remains in question. Jeffries yesterday claimed Republicans had pledged to put up 150 votes, about two-thirds of their conference. Asked about that claim today, McCarthy laughed, telling NBC’s Garrett Haake, “I don’t count the votes. Talk to Emmer.”
McCarthy did express confidence, however, that the crucial “majority of the majority” threshold would be met. And after some serious back-and-forth with members of the House Freedom Caucus over the future of his speakership, McCarthy told CNN’s Haley Talbot he is feeling “good” about today’s vote and that he’s “not at all” worried about losing his gavel.
In the Senate … If the bill passes the House as expected today, Senate Majority Leader CHUCK SCHUMER warned his colleagues that they should move quickly to pass the deal: “Any needless delay, any last minute brinkmanship, will be an unacceptable risk towards a federal default,” he said in a morning floor speech, adding that there is no margin for error.
Meanwhile, Senate Minority Leader MITCH McCONNELL told reporters that he’d be “proud to support [the deal] without delay,” once it reaches the floor.
No. 2 leader JOHN THUNE (R-S.D.) held out hope for a quick departure, telling NBC’s Frank Thorp he thinks a deal “could happen fairly quickly” if members come to agreement over possible amendment votes — none of which would be expected to succeed. Leaders will “get a better sense of where members are today,” he added.
More debt ceiling reads …
THEY’RE RUNNING — The Republican presidential field is set to balloon in the immediate future as two more entrants prepare to drop into the race to wrest control of the GOP mantle from DONALD TRUMP.
- Former VP MIKE PENCE is planning to roll out his presidential campaign “within the coming two weeks,” The Messenger’s Tom LoBianco reports. “The Georgia Republican Party may have tipped Pence’s hand Wednesday in an email explaining he could no longer deliver the keynote address at a June 9th event. Pence would make “an announcement regarding his future plans” at a televised town hall, the email said. The Georgia GOP did not specify which town hall, but Pence is scheduled to headline a CNN town hall in Des Moines, Iowa on June 7, his 64th birthday.”
- Former New Jersey Gov. CHRIS CHRISTIE plans to announce his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination next Tuesday in New Hampshire, Axios’ Mike Allen scoops: “Christie is expected to make the announcement at a town hall at Saint Anselm College at 6:30 p.m. ET on Tuesday. … Christie reportedly sees himself as the only serious Republican candidate willing to take on [DONALD] TRUMP and as someone who can appeal to enough independents to beat President Joe Biden in the general election.”
PARTY IN THE USA — “Trump’s latest policy pitch: A massive birthday party for the nation,” by Meridith McGraw: “The biggest part of Trump’s yearlong party plans is a massive fair — like a modern world’s fair — showcasing each state. Trump suggests the event “could be” held at the Iowa state fairgrounds, a conspicuous suggestion that seems designed to appeal to voters in the first caucus state.”
HEADS UP — Yesterday, TARA READE, who during the 2020 campaign accused Biden of sexual assault, appeared in Moscow where she was requesting Russia citizenship from President VLADIMIR PUTIN. Biden at the time of Reade’s claim outright denied the allegations, and no evidence was ever found.
Asked for comment on Reade’s request, White House spokesperson ANDREW BATES said: “I won’t attempt to speak for an aspiring Russian citizen, the convicted Russian spy who’s sponsoring her, or the foreign government with which she has chosen to align.”
Flashback, May 5, 2020: “‘Manipulative, deceitful, user’: Tara Reade left a trail of aggrieved acquaintances,” by Natasha Korecki
JUSTICE VS. JUSTICE — The DOJ announced this morning it has filed a civil action suit against JAY JUSTICE, son of West Virginia Gov. JIM JUSTICE, and the 13 coal mining companies he owns, seeking to collect around $7.6 million in unpaid fees and penalties. In a statement issued this morning, U.S. Attorney CHRISTOPHER KAVANAUGH noted that “over a five-year period defendants engaged in over 130 violations of federal law,” related to surface mining operations and “were ordered over 50 times to cease mining activities until their violations were abated.”
The suit comes just as the West Virginia governor, who’s faced previous legal woes related to his family’s coal business, launches a Senate bid against Sen. JOE MANCHIN (D-W.Va.).
In reaction, Republicans have been quick to use the case as an example of the Biden administration’s use of federal authority to attack the GOP. This morning, an NRSC spokesperson accused the Biden administration’s “rogue” Justice Department of “weaponizing the federal government to attack the family of a Republican Senate candidate,” and Sen. TED CRUZ (R-Texas) tweeted that the suit is “Utterly brazen.” More from Kyle Cheney
GARDEN STATE UPDATE — Democrats are putting their support behind progressive leader SUE ALTMAN in hopes of taking back New Jersey’s recently redrawn seventh congressional district, NYT’s Tracey Tully reports: “With a year and a half before the election, it is likely that additional Democratic challengers to Mr. Kean will emerge. But Ms. Altman’s early entry and name recognition gives her a clear edge in a race … It is by some measures a counterintuitive choice. The candidate will be running from the left in a district where registered Republicans now outnumber Democrats by 16,000 voters.”
DEPT. OF WHERE ARE THEY NOW — “Here’s What Chesa Boudin, San Francisco’s Ex-District Attorney, Is Doing Next,” by The San Francisco Standard’s Heather Grossmann: “Nearly a year after San Francisco voters ousted then-District Attorney CHESA BOUDIN from office, the progressive former prosecutor is starting a new job as the founding executive director of U.C. Berkeley Law’s new Criminal Law & Justice Center.”
TERRIS STRIKES AGAIN — “Tuberville’s top military adviser bows out,” by Lee Hudson, Lara Seligman and Alexander Ward: “Sen. TOMMY TUBERVILLE’S (R-Ala.) national security adviser told POLITICO that he has resigned over a Washington Post story suggesting he was instrumental in orchestrating the senator’s controversial blockade of hundreds of senior military nominations. A profile by the Washington Post on Friday depicted MORGAN MURPHY as taking credit for Tuberville’s hold, which has roiled the Department of Defense.”
SPEAKING OF COACH TUBS — “Congress threatens to block Space Command headquarters funding as abortion politics affects location decision,” by NBC’s Courtney Kube: “Republican and Democratic members of Congress from Alabama submitted a draft House bill late last week that would block funding for the continued growth of U.S. Space Command’s temporary headquarters in Colorado, according to documents reviewed by NBC News.
“Two congressional officials said the bill would prohibit the command from spending money on constructing, leasing or modernizing facilities until the secretary of the Air Force formally selects and publicly announces the location of its permanent headquarters, which the Trump administration said would be in Huntsville, Alabama.”
IT’S OFFICIAL — Rep. CHRIS STEWART (R-Utah) formally announced his resignation from Congress today in a statement. “My wife’s health concerns have made it necessary that I retire from Congress after an orderly transition can be ensured,” he wrote.
NOT WORTH YELLEN ABOUT — “Why Yellen Doesn’t Lose Sleep Over U.S. Borrowing That Alarms Most Americans,” by Bloomberg’s Christopher Condon: “The former Fed chair, regarded by many as the country’s most experienced economic policymaker, shows little concern when reflecting on government spending. … Instead of looking at the pile of outstanding bonds as a share of the economy’s output, she prefers the ratio of interest payments — crucially, after adjustment for inflation — to GDP.”
BEYOND THE BELTWAY
ABORTION FALLOUT — “Oklahoma high court strikes down 2 abortion bans; procedure remains illegal in most cases,” by AP’s Sean Murphy: “In a 6-3 ruling, the high court said the two bans are unconstitutional because they require a ‘medical emergency’ before a doctor can perform an abortion. The court said this language conflicts with a previous ruling it issued in March. That ruling found the Oklahoma Constitution provides an ‘inherent right of a pregnant woman to terminate a pregnancy when necessary to preserve her life.’”
DISASTER ZONES — “Climate Shocks Are Making Parts of America Uninsurable. It Just Got Worse,” by NYT’s Christopher Flavelle, Jill Cowan and Ivan Penn
AFTERNOON READ — “The Next Wave of Mass Environmental Litigation Bubbles Up From Coastal Florida,” by WSJ’s Kris Maher and Dan Frosch
AMERICA AND THE WORLD
WHISKEY TANGO FOXTROT — “Suspected Chinese spies, disguised as tourists, tried to infiltrate Alaskan military bases,” by USA Today’s Tom Vanden Brook in Anchorage, Alaska
DANCE OF THE SUPERPOWERS — “U.S. Manufacturers Seek China Alternatives as Tensions Rise,” by WSJ’s John Keilman
DISAPPEARING ACT — “How a High-Value Russian Wanted by the U.S. Escaped From Italy,” by WSJ’s Eric Sylvers and Margherita Stancati: “ARTEM USS, son of a powerful Russian politician close to President VLADIMIR PUTIN, was able to escape back to Moscow after Italy granted him house arrest, despite U.S. warnings that he would flee … The affair has created friction between the U.S. and Italy … It has also robbed the U.S. of a potentially valuable asset in prisoner exchanges for Americans held in Russia”
FOR YOUR RADAR — “Qatar prime minister, Taliban chief hold secret Afghan talks,” by Reuters’ Jonathan Landay
OUT AND ABOUT — SPOTTED at a DSCC Bourbon and Cigars event hosted by Emergent Strategies yesterday evening: Sens. Gary Peters (D-Mich.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.), Jon Tester (D-Mont.), Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.), Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Scott Eckart, Hadley Sosnoff, Michael Claunch, Meghan O’Hara, Caitlyn Stephenson, David Montes, Wes Kungel, Dylan Laslovich, Jason Tuber, Priya Dayananda, Brett Hewitt, Kim Zimmerman, Eric Kamerath, Taymur Ahmed, Sean Doocey, Michael Bassett, Noel Perez, Omar Vargas, Nida Zaman, Ernie Jolly, Jonathan Jagoda and Katie Dapper.
IN MEMORIAM — “Claudia Rosett, who reported from Tiananmen Square, dies at 67,” by WaPo’s Harrison Smith: “Across a four-decade career in journalism, Ms. Rosett reported on foreign affairs and human rights issues, wrote guest essays for publications including the New York Times, Forbes and the New York Sun, and was a frequent guest on radio and television networks such as Fox News, where she accused the Biden administration last month of failing to offer an adequate response to the Russia-China partnership and recent clashes in Sudan.”
MEDIA MOVES — Scott Detrow has been named the weekend host of NPR’s “All Things Considered” and co-host of the daily news podcast “Consider This.” The announcement … Brooke Brower is now executive producer of ABC’s “This Week with George Stephanopoulos.” He previously was managing editor for CNN Politics. Kendall Heath has been promoted to executive producer of politics at ABC, after serving as interim executive producer of “This Week.” … Lisa Ling is joining CBS as a contributor. She previously was executive producer of CNN’s “This Is Life with Lisa Ling.”
TRANSITIONS — Natalie Boyse is now global program manager at ORF America, the U.S. affiliate of India’s Observer Research Foundation, after wrapping up an M.A. at SAIS. She served at DOD and HHS in the Trump administration and is a Marco Rubio, Mitt Romney and Poolhouse alum. … Rebecca Brocato and Christian Marrone are now senior advisers at WestExec Advisors. Brocato previously was chief of staff of the Development Finance Corporation. Marrone previously was senior VP for government affairs for Lockheed Martin. … Rebecca Mears is now director of democracy at the Center for American Progress. She most recently was a political law associate at Elias Law Group. …
… Andrew Reilly is now comms director at the National Beer Wholesalers Association. He previously was comms manager at the International Foodservice Distributors Association. … Kaitlynn Ward is now director of government affairs for America’s Poison Centers. She previously was director of federal affairs for the National Council of State Boards of Nursing. … Claudia Hernandez is now the senior comms manager at the Immigration Hub. She previously was comms manager at the Center for Law And Social Policy.
WEDDING — Rebecca Galfano, deputy comms director for Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.), and Tyler Peters, engineer for Volkswagen Group of America, got married in Savannah, Ga., on May 20. The couple have been together 7 years after meeting through friends. Pic
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CMRCA will be offering the best deals and discounts of the year at the Thailand Travel & Dive Expo and Wonderful Thailand 2010, May 20 – 23 in Bangkok. There is no better time to get outfitted for a lifetime of adventure!
Come visit Pui, Josh and Kat at Booth P80/P83 (next to the bouldering wall) and get giveaways, special packages, and up to 50% discounts on the best equipment equipment out there!
Visit Phi, White, and Denali at Booth C173 in Wonderful Thailand and get 25% off on all adventure programming and courses, including 2-5 day adventure packages! If you are interested in our outdoor adventure group programs or team building services, this booth is the place to come.
The 7th Annual Thailand Bouldering Competition will be held Saturday May 22 – Sunday May 23 at the event… so come early to hang out at our booths and buy a new chalk bag, and then tear it up all weekend at the comp! More information on competition times, prizes, and registration can be found at the Thailand Travel & Dive Expo website.

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On Tonight with Boy Abunda, Melai Cantiveros revealed that she never thought she would be accepted for the reality show Pinoy Big Brother, let alone become the Big Winner. “Wala sa isipan ko Tito Boy na matanggap ako dun sa audition, ang number ko e 24,249,” said Melai, pointing out how many hopefuls were present at the time.
From that fateful day some 10 years ago, Melai has seen a lot of successes and a lot of controversies, but as the ‘King of Talk’ Boy Abunda pointed out, she is “one of the most beloved showbiz persons today.”
Indeed it has been a great ride for Melai, and she’ll have plenty of time to remember her first audition as she takes part in a new talent search, Star Hunt, working with Direk Laurenti Dyogi who also interviewed her all those years ago.
Melai shared that, “Hindi ko talaga na-expect na isa ako sa mga pumipila dyan, tapos ngayon isa na ako sa mga tumitingin, tapos binigyan kami ng chance din ni Direk Lauren na magbigay ng star (approval) sa mga nag au-audition.” She added that, “nakita ko ang sarili ko sa kanila noon kaya sabi ko sa kanila, ipagpatuloy n’yo ang pangarap n’yo at may kapupuntahan talaga yan.”


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Monday, August 17, 2009
Bird Days Of August
My little cove here has become very popular with the bird set as the the tide rises. There must be lotsa little critters that they love to scarf down. These guys are out there most every rising tide lately.
Mama barn swallow has been busy keeping these little ones well fed.
Monday afternoon I return to the dentist. He is going to work on the two bottom eye teeth that he says must be saved. I'm looking at one maybe even two root canals on them. Yuck. But it must be done.

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Delsea's prom is being held at Lucien's Manor in Berlin.
Delsea Regional wasn't the only South Jersey prom Thursday night. Clearview Regional held theirs at the Merion in Cinnaminson.
To view photo galleries from other proms in South Jersey — including Pitman, Washington Township, Williamstown and Clayton — go to nj.com/southjerseyproms.
Next week, the Gloucester County Institute of Technology and Kingsway Regional High School will have their proms, as well as Glassboro High School.
Below is a list of upcoming proms that we'll be photographing in the coming weeks. The photo galleries from those proms — and ones that have already passed — can be found on nj.com/southjerseyproms.
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Illinois generates the 5th highest numbers of calls to the National Human Trafficking Hotline, primarily because of the I-90 corridor and hotel infrastructure located in this region to support a tracking hub area. Currently, there are less than 25 beds with specialized programs in the entire State of Illinois to help these women.
The number one goal of the Refuge for Women program to help a victim of human trafficking is to find the person safe housing and offer them a 3 phase, 12 month faith based healing and rehabilitation program. Refuge for Women currently has shelters in Kentucky and Nevada and has plans to provide at least one shelter in Illinois because of the growing numbers of women affected by sexual exploitation in our State.
For more information about the Refuge for Women program or to make a donation, please contact their Carpentersville office at 708-380-7419, or you can visit their website at www.refugeforwomen.org.
_Judy Martini is community outreach/Fox Lake office Legislative Aide for Rep. Barbara Wheeler.


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Laurel Lane Estates - 89.2 wooded acres located in West Kingston. One of the highest parcels of land in South Kingstown; on a clear day one can see Block Island from the top of the hill. From the high point, the land, situated between Laurel Lane and South County Trail (Route 2) gently slopes towards Laurel Lane Golf Course and County Club. Owner previously had 14 lots of 5 to 8 acres successfully perc tested, but did not record them as separate lots. Opportunities abound for this choice real estate; including housing development and/or a private residential compound.


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Today's Hike we went to a trail in Boulder called South Mesa. We hiked for just shy of 4 hours and covered 5.5 miles and 1800 elevation. It was a pretty trail with a variety of terrain from open meadows to a very rocky steep trail.
It was also quiet warm today. We had a great time and enjoyed seeing many sights.


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The HPV or Human Papilloma Virus infection is a viral tainted condition whose side effects won’t be indicated obviously by the debased individual always. Therefore, the HPV contaminated individual may obscure about the condition. Additionally a few people have really passed away of the HPV infection, yet no one can perceive the manifestations and indication of the HPV helpfully. In any case, the HPV infection is exceptionally transmittable one so the ailment may spread to a great degree rapidly to alternate people encompassing the patient. There are four vital sorts of the HPV infection-the typical warts, genital warts, plantar warts and acrochordons. Also, all the above HPV infections are to a great degree irresistible in nature. Truth be told, the HPV infection couldn’t be dealt with as like the case of the other viral conditions. The signs and side effects of the HPV, for example, the genital warts can be disposed of and in addition recuperated making utilization of specific methodologies. The main strategy to treat the HPV infection happens to enhance up the characteristic body safe framework. Along these lines, the infection might be dealt with in quite a while up to 2 – 3 years of term. Be that as it may, the patient could get the reoccurrence of precisely the same specific interims too. All things considered, more than several different strains of the HPV infection have been distinguished yet.
Thus, the person that is without one sort of the HPV might be delicate to alternate sorts of the HPV infections also. It is watched that a man having an extraordinary safe framework may battle versus a specific HPV, yet with the exception of the considerable number of kinds of the HPV. Safeguarding a lifestyle to remain considerably more beneficial should be pondered on the off chance that you have not caught the infection yet. Focusing just concerning the HPV may not be the main case to get alleviation as a lacking protection framework is dependably in danger to other kind of maladies also. All things considered, in occurrence of the Sexually Transmitted Disease genital HPV, the specialists truly feel that the likelihood of avoiding the infection is better by papistop funziona. Accordingly, some preventive estimation must be taken at whatever point you watch any of the underlying signs and side effects of HPV.


The European Commission has expressed “deep concern” over sewage discharges from the UK into the marine environment, pledging to assess whether it breaches the Brexit trade deal.
Get the latest on the implications of the UK's departure from the bloc for environmental policymaking across the EU
The dumping of raw sewage into the Channel has prompted French politicians to appeal to the European Commission to intervene, claiming that the UK is violating a Brexit commitment to uphold green standards.
The cost to the chemicals and manufacturing sectors of replicating the EU’s REACH regime for the UK market following Brexit is set to cost twice as much as industry estimates, according to ministers, and NGOs say it could provide a lower level of protection.
The UK’s post-Brexit chemicals regulator will need another four years before it reaches full capacity to perform its tasks, according to a government watchdog.
Tetraethyl lead, a petrol additive once described as ‘one of the most serious environmental threats to human health’, has now been placed on the EU’s authorisation list.
The European Commission should ease the burden on national chemicals regulators by streamlining the process to restrict substances and placing more responsibility for safety assessments on industry, a group of 21 health and environment NGOs has said.
This role within our Regulation and Permitting Department, is key to planning, resourcing and recording the work of our regulatory service. Our regulatory duty is a significant part of NRWs purpose with regimes ranging from water quality to waste and biodiversity to industry regulation.
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Arun and Harry review Deadpool!
Arun and Harry discuss the Canadian electoral system, the Nickelodeon Kids Choice Awards 2016, Google expanding self-driving cars, Disney now being the strongest brand, and more!
Arun and Harry talk about the Disneyland handguns incident, The Smiths boycotting the Oscars, 5 times Nickelodeon tackled real issues, the Britain First “Christian Patrol” video and more.
Arun and Harry pay tribute to David Bowie and more.
Credit to Tim Furrh for the 8-bit Starman song: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-3kbvMSeLw
Arun and Harry review Star Wars: The Force Awakens!
Arun and Harry discuss the Pro-Islamist Left, Donald Trump’s ban on Muslims entering the US, the best 18 moments for 90’s kids in 2015, the Venezuela election, Tommy Robinson blackmail allegations, and Christian worship to be scrapped in schools.
Arun and Harry talk about the latest news surrounding the Hey Arnold! TV Movie!
Arun and Harry react to the 13th November Paris Terror Attack.
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– 9 secrets revealed by the new Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens pictures http://www.radiotimes.com/news/2015-11-12/9-secrets-revealed-by-the-new-star-wars-episode-vii-the-force-awakens-pictures
– Liberation to Censorship: Does Modern Feminism Have a Problem With Free Speech? https://www.facebook.com/events/580173772130263/
– Here’s Our First Good Look At Benedict Cumberbatch As Doctor Strange http://therealstanlee.com/doctor-cumberbatch-on-set
– Broadband bills will have to increase to pay for snooper’s charter, MPs are warned http://www.theguardian.com/technology/2015/nov/11/broadband-bills-increase-snoopers-charter-investigatory-powers-bill-mps-warned
– Mike O’Hearn Has Been Cast As Prince Adam In The Upcoming ‘He-Man Masters Of The Universe’ http://therealstanlee.com/by-the-power-of-grayskull
104 Xbox 360 games you’ll be able to play on Xbox One with backward compatibility
Kel Mitchell shares how God saved him from a life of drugs, alcohol abuse and depression
David Moyes’ Real Sociedad reign comes to a premature end
Rightwing press mounts assault over Jeremy Corbyn’s Cenotaph nod
Anti EU Hypocrisy!
Is a Very Rare Nintendo PlayStation Prototype “Real And Operational?”

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By Alexander Mitchell
In the ancient Hawaiian language, ʻohana means family or community. With every possible positive connotation, the word is regarded to be what is close to your heart.
In Hawaiʻi, we take care of our ʻohana.
Regarding the Hawaiʻi real estate market, an ʻohana is an additional dwelling on a property. In the culture of the Hawaiian Islands, these types of dwellings are a way to house more family on one property.
ʻOhana are also termed as an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit). ADU’s can be found attached or detached from a main house. Typically, they are found as a carriage house, mother-in-law suite, an in-law cottage or a separate structure on the property built with its own entrance.
Many residential properties in Hawaiʻi have an ʻohana, commonly used as guest houses or private rentals. When buying residential properties on Maui, and ʻohana can be great because it could be a place for extended family to stay, or an opportunity for rental income.
But, prospective Maui property owners should be aware of the current legalities of these dwelling spaces. An ʻohana can be “conforming” or “non-conforming.” This pertains to the property type and zoning regulations.*
ʻOhana that are conforming mean that they are permitted, and zoning allows for it. They can be built in residential, agricultural and country zoning districts, except for R-3.5 (rural 3.5 acres). The lot size must meet the minimum size and dimensions required in the specific zoning district, and a permit must be obtained from Maui’s Department of Planning and Permitting.
* Non-conforming ʻohana exist all over the Hawaiian Islands. Non-conforming means that it wasn’t built with a building permit, and/or built to code. Some have been “doctored in” due to specific property zoning types, or historical relevance. Some are considered illegal, and some of these non-conforming ʻohana could be permitted with the appropriate research and planning efforts.
* If you are thinking about buying a property on Maui with a non-conforming ʻohana, seek out more information about the property history from your realtor, and search through any and all property records available. It is important to know that there can be financial risks associated to having a non-conforming ʻohana on your property; fines, citations or a necessity to remove or rebuild in order to conform it to code.
For more on Maui real estate, go online.


text: RA is the most mutual prolonged systemic autoimmune disease, with a difficult dominance in women, proposing female hormonal factors play a character in the growth of the disease. However, many arguments still exist. The object of this analysis was to consider data from modern enquiry regarding female hormonal factors and their suggestion with RA disease enlargement. The study of female hormonal factors is stimulating because serum levels may contrast during a woman’s lifetime and cooperate with countless environmental, immunological, genetic and endocrine factors persuading the enlargement of autoimmunity. As some female hormonal factors may be possibly changeable, thoughtful their influence on RA enlargement is clinically significant and may effect in specific protective mediations in high-risk residents.


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August 28, 2018
By Steve Fleming, US Crisis and Restructuring Leader, PwC Deals
The US economy continues to hum along, but that doesn’t mean companies in every sector are on solid footing. In the latest report for PwC’s Board’s Guide to Deals series, we focused on how boards of directors need to work with management to help ensure their companies are well-positioned for the future and not at risk of falling into distress that could lead to restructuring. Financial distress could strike any industry, and vulnerabilities usually increase when the economy is in a downturn, which some economists and others fear could happen in 2019 or 2020.
To help determine which industries could be at risk of distress in the near future, PwC recently analyzed financial data from roughly 2,000 US companies across 62 industries. We first did this analysis in 2017 as part of Dodging the bankruptcy bullet, our guidance on how companies can proactively assess their finances and operations to help avoid a crisis and drastic reorganization.
One sign of potential distress in companies is slowing profit growth. Our analysis calculated the value of expected future profit growth as a percentage of a company’s enterprise value. The enterprise value of a company is the value of its operations — what it would cost to buy those operations outright. It’s essentially the company’s market value of equity plus debt, minus cash.
If no profit growth was anticipated, enterprise value would equal the value of assets plus the present value of current profits projected into the future. But there usually is a gap between enterprise value and the sum of these two items, which is attributed to expected future profit growth. Given that, future profit growth is the present value of profit growth investors expect throughout the future.
From our latest analysis, the chart below shows five US industries that are among those facing the most profit pressure. Within each industry, companies represented on the left face more profit pressure while those on the right face less.
In addition to the above, there’s potential for restructuring at companies in five other industries, some of which we discussed in PwC’s Bankruptcy and Restructuring 2018 Outlook:
- Retail: As retailers struggled with high debt and lost market share to online shopping, 2017 saw the most bankruptcy filings of more than $25 million in liabilities since the Great Recession. Shifting consumer buying trends and declining mall traffic likely will continue to challenge retail companies in the coming years.
- Oil and gas: Crude oil prices have rebounded over the past two years but remain well below the highs of earlier this decade. While there may not be as many bankruptcy filings as in recent years, we still could see other restructuring activity, particularly among gas-focused producers.
- Coal: The current presidential administration has moved to relax regulations, but the coal industry still faces stiff competition within the broader energy space. Most countries have committed to lowering emission levels and explored alternative energy sources, and a significant drop in demand has affected all major US coal producers.
- Shipping: The increase in tariffs by the US and other nations and growing potential for trade wars bring uncertainty to shipping companies. The industry has seen recent consolidation, and market volatility combined with geopolitical tensions could drive other changes at companies.
- For-profit education: Some federal regulations have been rolled back, but for-profit colleges and universities continue to face heavy scrutiny. Concerns about student outcomes and default rates for student loans could test some institutions and their growth potential.
Given the headwinds in these 10 industries, management and boards of directors should be proactive about reassessing key financial and operational areas. Whether it’s adjusting debt obligations, consolidating divisions, selling a business or some other move, taking action early could head off distress and help reduce the potential for bankruptcy or some other form of restructuring in the future.


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"Take a little trip down the Brazos River, mama. Take a little trip with me." Ghosts Along the Brazos, are one of the premiere modern western swing outfits in town. The quintet plays eccentric instrumental shuffles with down-home stompers like "Beaver Stew" and goofy love letters to a "Post-Apocalyptic Princess."
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Guest recipe by Andrew Weil, MD
“I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream!” But this scrumptious frozen dessert is vegan. The richness and buttery like flavor of cashew milk are just right for creating a quick and satisfying frozen treat. Use this recipe as a blueprint — the variations are endless.
1 cup frozen berries
½ cup Cashew Milk (homemade or store bought)
1 tablespoon dark amber maple syrup
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of sea salt
Place the berries in the bowl of a mini food prep or food processor. Pulse the berries about 10 times. Then, add the cashew milk, maple syrup and vanilla. Blend until creamy.
Variations to consider: 1 cup frozen cherries and 1 tablespoon finely chopped dark chocolate. Or peach and ½ teaspoon ground ginger.
Note: You can also make this easily with an immersion blender.
MAKES 3 CUPS
I find cashew milk to be the perfect substitute for milk or cream in soups, sauces, and desserts. You can make it rich or lean by varying the ratio of nuts to water. The 1 to 2 ratio below approximates the richness of whole milk. I prefer to use whole raw cashews, as they are of better quality than broken ones. You will want to keep some of this on hand; it will hold in the refrigerator for up to 10 days.
1 cup raw cashews, whole or pieces
2 cups room temperature water
Grind the cashews to a fine powder in a blender or food processor, stopping and stirring occasionally to ensure uniform grinding. Depending on the machine you use, this will take 1 to 3 minutes. Stop before the nuts turn into a paste.
Add the water, blend on medium speed for 30 seconds, and then stop and stir up any nuts that stick to the sides of the container. Blend on high speed for 2 minutes. Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Shake well before using.
Reprinted with permission from Andrew Weil, MD, Fast Food, Good Food: More Than 150 Quick and Easy Ways to Put Healthy, Delicious Food on the Table. Copyright © 2015 by Andrew Weil, Little, Brown and Company, a division of Hachette Book Group. New York, NY

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El Paso’s only winner of the Wine Spectator Best Award of Excellence for the past 11 years and honored with the Distinguished Restaurants of America (DiRoNa) Award for Excellence. After a long day of travel, indulge in the Cafe Central experience. Join us for dinner and enjoy the impeccable service and cuisine. Your table’s ready, and the bar is fully stocked.
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The host maybe 5'2""with long medium blonde hair was so rude!! And I wished to talk with the manager but I didn't know who was. I love this place I had been many times and I will still going but the host should be more nice with the customers. Waitress awesome! Food delicious!
Wonderful service our waiter was charismatic and helpful. The food was outstanding, we had mussels as an appetizer and I had the rack of lamb, all cooked to perfection. Will gladly be returning soon.
Service of food was actually delayed and it took some time before we were served. We were there during our lunch hour and two of our guests had to leave before finishing their food. They were very nice to box it up for them. Our waiter was so very nice and made this luncheon very special for our birthday girl. Thank you.
Cafe central provides the right setting, selection, and taste to celebrate special occasions.
SERVICE WAS AMAZING WITH DANTE. Thanks so much for the experience. Our dinner was delicious and memorable.
service was great!! I would definitely return to this fine restaurant. the atmosphere is great and the food is excellent.
Couple next to us smoked for about 45 minutes straight. The ac was off and everyone at our table was sweating. Food was good and waiter was intelligent. No Options were offered to stay in a different area of non smoking
Dante was an excellent server. Smoothest martini we’ve ever had. The Cream of Green Chile Soup was a stand out.
Great evening out! Server was nice and attentive. Cocktails (tried a new one) were tasty and different flair than my regular. Appetizers, soup & salad, entree and desserts were really flavorful. Would like to return soon.
We chose to valet park, the attendant was polite and prompt. From curbside, our experience was lovely. We were then greeted at the door, our temperature were taken, shown to our seats and the magic continued. We had water brought to us a broad selection of breads, chose from a large selection of wines. We each choose the special that was amazing!
The service was outstanding and so was the food and ambiance.
Fantastic all around. The atmosphere was great. The service was amazing. Their wine and drink selection was top of the line, and of course the food was top notch. Definitely get what you pay for. Will most definitely come back again and again
Most polite and kind service I’ve had.
Good food, great experience , service was awesome.
Service was more than amazing we love love going !
Our server was Anwar, this was our first time here and Anwar was just a great.
He definitely helped us out and was very attentive!
Café Central was an amazing experience! The food, the service and the environment that’s created is just of high quality!
The food has always been amazing but on this day, it was more exquisite. The wine I enjoyed was over the top, I wish I would have asked for the name. Staff very attentive and again, one of my all time favorite restaurants for special occasions. Job well done to the entire staff!
First time dining out since COVID closures! Appreciate that all employees were wearing masks, and they did temperature checks upon arrival. Tables were spaced apart appropriately. Only issue was noise level because we were seated next tot the kitchen. We didn’t ask for a different table however, because we liked that it was set back from other tables. As always, the food was delicious and service excellent.
I was uncertain about this place but it was excellent! We sat in the bar with great mood lighting and a funky vibe going on. And, they vallet the car right out in front!
Got dinner for two, included soup, salad, & entree (Rib eye). Also ordered tres leches cake. Food was amazing, waiter was outstanding. Great place to eat at. Definitely will go again.
Nice place and and very good food . Very nice for special occasions. Worth the price.


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CAIRO - 10 May 2023: The Egyptian Ministry of Transport is currently implementing the New Administrative station within the stations of the first line of the express electric train, and it is one of the important stations that serve large sectors of cities.
In the below lines, et highlights most important details about the station:
- It is an interchange station with the LRT.
- It is considered a center for various means of transportation coming to the Administrative Capital.
- It mainly serves the new administrative capital, the sports city, and all new cities in eastern Cairo.
- It is considered one of the largest stations in the Middle East.
- It covers an area of more than 1,100,000 square meters in parking areas and commercial areas.
- The station includes a commercial mall on an area of 70,000 square meters.
- The station consists of two main buildings, each consisting of a basement, ground floor, mezzanine, and first floor.
- There are 3 pedestrian bridges to connect the two buildings.
- Escalators and elevators are available to facilitate the movement of passengers.
- The high-speed electric train network project will contribute to the creation of thousands of job opportunities for young people, reduce traffic congestion, achieve higher safety levels for passengers, have a better impact on the environment, and help economic development.
- The fast electric train network, which is being built, consists of 4 lines covering all parts of the Republic, with a total length of 2,250 km. The length of the first line, Ain Sokhna / El Alamein / Matrouh, is 675 km.


Experimental Investigations on Flexural Behavior of Sandwich Composite Panels
Sandwich composite panel is a new developed building material applied in steel residential houses, but the theory and experiment of this panel is still limited. In order to study the influence of the boundary conditions and shear connector patterns on flexural behavior of the panels, two groups of panels were cast and tested. Failure modes of the test panels under the uniformed transverse load, load-deformation response, strains in two concrete wythes, crack loads and ultimate load-bearing capacity were recorded and analysed. Test results showed that different angles and distances of plane truss shear connectors affected the ultimate flexural strengths significantly. The strain curves of two concrete wythes revealed that the plane truss shear connectors of panels worked well to make the two wythes act as a solid slab. It is concluded that the sandwich composite panel is available in steel residential houses because of its economical and high flexural strength.
Jinglong Bu, Pengcheng Wang, Liqun Ai, Xiaoming Sang, Yungang Li
L. Chen et al., "Experimental Investigations on Flexural Behavior of Sandwich Composite Panels", Advanced Materials Research, Vols. 287-290, pp. 810-814, 2011


The pool pump is the engine to your swimming pool circulation and filtration system. In order for your pool to stay clean and the pool water to stay clear, the pump needs to be in good working order at all times. The following pool pump maintenance tasks should be performed on a routine basis.
There are two general types – glazed and unglazed solar collectors for heating outdoor pools. Unglazed solar heaters are actually inexpensive and work quite well in most cases. These units are simple, made from black plastic or rubber. There is no need for a water tank – water runs directly through the collector. Glazed collectors are more sophisticated and include a heat exchanger. They provide better faster heating, but they also cost more to install.
Put the vacuum adapter using a leaf bag to the skimmer/water outlet. The leaf attachment will stop significant things from going into your pipes and pump. Hook up the vacuum swimming pool hose on the leading with the vacuum head and submerge it inside water. This ought to stay below water by way of the whole procedure.
A pool pump and filter play a very crucial role in every swimming pool because their responsibility pertains to circulating the water in the pool through filtering and heating. They unite efficiencies at the low cost energy level as much as possible. Only the right pump and filter will be able to achieve this, hence the emphasis on right selection of the Nokomis Pool Repair Service and filter matters. The maintenance of the pump and filter is equally important. Before purchasing, it is important to take the utmost care with regard to their efficiencies as per the size of the swimming pool.
Pump Lid – Inspect the pump lid for cracks that may cause an air leak. A cracked pump lid is a problem that is easily overlooked and will cause the pump to run dry.
Now use a small flat screw drive to help in the removal of the rotating part of the seal component.* The stationary portion of the seal is in the recess on the seal plate located on the motor bracket. To remove it, you have to turn the seal plate over. The stationary portion on the seal is now facing down. Place the tip of a flat screw driver on the back of the seal and gently tap it out.
As soon as the water fills the housing completely a vacuum or an environment without air forms. This allows the pump to force out the water from the pools. The vacuum chamber does not effortlessly lack air when water comes in. Diffuser, one of the pump partsis responsible for forcing the air out of the other elements that make up the system. These include the suction pipe and hose.
The motor comes from the factory wired for 230 volts. Be Careful! If you do not know the voltage that your system is wired for (230V vs. 115V), make sure you have a licensed electrician do the wiring for you. The one thing I did not like was the difficulty in wiring the motor. The connections were difficult to wire (space constraints) and I had an electrician wire my motor. The paperwork with the unit states to use a licensed electrician, or the warranty is voided. Overall I am very pleased with this unit, and have done research on the Hayward Company. They have been in business for many years, and both suppliers and company representatives assured me that they will be around for years to come. I would recommend a Hayward system both for replacement or new installation.


GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ--As the weather continues to get nicer the Gloucester Township Police Department will be continuing to crack down on the use of off road vehicles in the Township.
With the number of complaints by community members, #GTPD has bolstered our enforcement efforts to deter illegal ATV and dirt bike riding throughout the Township. Most wooded areas in Gloucester Township are PRIVATE PROPERTY and illegal to ride off road vehicles. It can be very costly to illegally ride your off road vehicle. This is your warning so if you are caught you will be ticketed, and your vehicle can be towed and impounded.
If you are caught riding an off road vehicle illegally, please stop for the officers. It can lead to a dangerous situation for you and the officer. If you do not stop for an officer, it is a crime of eluding which can be a crime in which you can go to jail for.
Please advise your friends and family of the below restrictions. Thank you.
The operation of off road vehicles is prohibited in all public areas within Gloucester Township, New Jersey:
The operation of motorized scooters, mini-bikes, trail-bikes, go-peds, dirt bikes, quads, and other similar motorized recreational devices, electric or gas powered, are prohibited by Gloucester Township Ordinance 82-1 from being operated:
-On private property of another without the prior express written permission of the owner and occupant of said property. Where such prior express written permission has been obtained, the operator shall keep the same on his person, available for immediate display during the period of such operation.
- On any public, municipal or Board of Education grounds or property, including public parks, recreational areas, ball fields, tot lots and school grounds.
-On any public sidewalks or public streets or areas dedicated or commonly used for pedestrian or vehicular traffic.
- On any common areas, parking areas or open space areas of any apartment, multi-family, residential, commercial or industrial site, complex or development.
- In a careless, reckless or negligent manner so as to endanger or be likely to endanger the safety or property of any person or persons.
- In such a manner as to create loud, unnecessary or unusual noise so as to disturb or interfere with the peace and quiet of other persons and no person shall operate such unlicensed motor-driven or motorized vehicle as defined herein before the hour of 9:00 o'clock A.M., prevailing time or after sunset or at any time within 500 feet of the property line of any property zoned “Residential” or used for residential purposes and not owned by the operator. [Amended on 09-26-05 by Ord. O-05-32]
- Each unlicensed motor-driven or motorized vehicle shall at all time be equipped with a muffler in good working order and no person shall use a muffler cut-out, by-pass or similar device on said vehicle.
Violators may be charged in violation of Local Ordinance 82-1 and New Jersey State Traffic Laws, which also prohibit operation of these recreational vehicles.
Gloucester Township Police Department
1261 Chews Landing Rd
Gloucester Township, NJ 08021


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Ah, Spring break, the most coveted part of the spring semester. Whether you’re traveling, volunteering, working, or studying, there’s always something exciting going on during this week long extravaganza..
In this week’s post, we are going to focus on spring break destinations that are accessible and popular among the college cohort. The best part? These places won’t break the bank!
Full disclosure: we aren’t travel agents, just folks who have done our fair share of traveling during our time in college. So be sure to do your research when planning your trip.
You’ve probably heard the name before and for good reason, too. It has all the makings of the quintessential spring break adventure; clean, white-sand beaches, budget friendly, all-inclusive packages, and a vibrant nightlife.
On top of all that, you can check out the Chichén Itzá; a Mayan archaeological site and one of the most notable and recognized landmarks on the Yucatán.
If you’re feeling a bit nautical, try the Isla Mujeres Catamaran trip. Isla Mujeres is a tiny island just east of Cancun, Mexico. You’ll board a beautiful catamaran and take a trip from Cancun to Isla Mujeres under the warm sun and the gorgeous Caribbean waters.
Can you feel the buzz of Miami Beach? Of course you can! Miami Beach, home to the wildly popular South Beach, hosts a beautiful mix of cultures, residents, and travelers. It must be all of the high-end stores, incredible food, and immensely lively nightlife (especially South Beach) that attracts all walks of life.
For the more laid back visitors, exploring the stunning Art Deco that’s taking over the neighborhoods of Miami will provide you with all of the entertainment you need.
The Bahamas is easily the #1 destination for spring breakers. Be it the rich, white-washed shores, duty-free shops, fishing, scuba diving, or the wild pigs that roam the beaches, there’s something for every visitor.
With 700 islands making up the Bahamas, it can be tough to decide which of them to our. While island hopping is certainly possible, it could get incredibly expensive quickly. Therefore, we recommend that you stay put and enjoy whatever island you’ve decided on.
If you want to feel royal, stay at The Cove at Atlantis, Paradise Cover. While this may NOT be budget friendly, it is worth the price for paradise. If you want something a bit easier on the wallet, The Grand Hyatt Baha Mar will do just fine.
Regardless of what you do or where you go, Spring break is what you make of it. Whatever you do, give yourself time to relax and rejuvenate let off the steam so you can finish the semester strong. Cheers and have fun!


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Brighton Beach: A Growing Neighborhood That Hasn’t Lost Its Character
Walk along Brighton Beach Avenue in its eponymous Brooklyn neighborhood, and its nickname, Little Odessa, becomes clear. Residents speaking Russian move in and out of mom-and-pop stores offering a wide variety of Eastern European products. A few blocks south, residents enjoy the neighborhood’s namesake beach.
Brighton Beach’s distinctly Eastern European culture has remained largely untouched since a major wave of immigration in the 1970s, even as high-rise apartments crop up alongside fading bungalows. Its real estate has also remained impervious to financial downturns.
During the Great Recession, when property values plummeted, the neighborhood’s multifamily values didn’t drop. Even in a softening New York City multifamily rental market, prices in the area have remained stable, with median rent at $1,850 and median sales price at $562K.
It is a phenomenon Marcus & Millichap broker Evmorfea Barbatsis-Savidis is still discovering eight years after launching her commercial real estate career in the neighborhood.
“The first property I ever sold was in Brighton Beach, and that was in 2012,” Barbatsis-Savidis said. “I was shocked because, at a time when no one was buying or selling real estate, I had more than 30 offers going above the asking price. That was not happening anywhere else in Brooklyn.”
Barbatsis-Savidis, alongside her brother Bobby Barbatsis, focuses on commercial real estate transactions in South Brooklyn. The duo has seen consistent multifamily development since entering the market. Development is fueled by favorable R6 zoning, which allows developers to replace one- and two-family homes with higher-density apartment buildings and residential towers.
This year alone, over 700 multifamily units will come online in the Brighton Beach and Sheepshead Bay areas, Barbatsis-Savidis said. Seabreeze Tower, one of the more high-profile multifamily developments in the works, will bring 70 luxury apartments and a 23K SF community facility to the neighborhood.
The preservation of mom-and-pop retail has played a large role in maintaining Brighton Beach’s character. A majority of storefronts, even pharmacy chains like Duane Reade, are written in Cyrillic, the Slavic language alphabet. Unlike the rest of Brooklyn, big-box chains have yet to establish a foothold in the area, despite retail landlords commanding rents between $75/SF and $100/SF, Barbatsis-Savidis said.
“When you see these Williamsburg buildings for sale, you see retail rents that are comparable to Brighton Beach, but then the apartment rents are very high,” Barbatsis-Savidis said. “In Brighton Beach, it is the opposite. And it’s all mom-and-pop shops paying this type of money.”
In 2016, the most common birthplace for foreign-born Brighton Beach residents was Ukraine, with Russia in close second. While the neighborhood’s Eastern European population remains high, other groups have flocked to the area, drawn to more affordable apartment rents and availability of space. China now ranks as the third-most-common country of origin for residents, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
Other Brooklyn residents from high-rent neighborhoods have also sought out the South Brooklyn community, drawn to accessible luxury apartments that would be less affordable in popular areas like Williamsburg or DUMBO.
Despite the influx of new residents to Brighton Beach, Barbatsis-Savidis doesn't see the neighborhood’s character changing anytime soon.
“I compare this neighborhood a lot to Astoria,” Barbatsis-Savidis said. “I am a first-generation Greek-American, and I remember going to Astoria for cultural events. You still have that Greek feel in Astoria and all of those stores, even though there is a lot more construction and different people who live there. It’s the same with Brighton Beach. You are no longer hearing exclusively Russian, but it has kept that local feel.”
This feature was produced in collaboration between Bisnow Branded Content and Marcus & Millichap. Bisnow news staff was not involved in the production of this content.