Many Remainers in the EU and Ooooh-EUs idealise German climate policy and democracy. Actually it is rather different as soon as you look past mainstream media
Ende Gelände disrupts Rhenish lignite mining area
Hauke Benner is a former journalist and currently a political activist against climate change.
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When people leave the city limits of Cologne on their way to Mönchengladbach or Aachen, huge cooling towers and chimneys of the largest lignite power stations in Neurath and Niederaussem stand up against the Skyline. The view of the lunar landscape of the up to 400-metre deep open-cast mines is blocked from view by earth walls from passers by. This is the largest lignite mining area in Europe and more CO2 is emitted into the air here than anywhere else in Europe. According to the German Federal Environment Agency, the RWE Group alone was be responsible for 25% of Germany’s total CO2 emissions of 869 million tonnes in 2018. Despite the agreed phase-out of coal in 2038, the area of the largest mine, Garzweiler 2, is to be expanded. The villages of Keyenberg, Lützerath, and four neighbouring towns will probably fall victim to RWE’s excavators.
For decades, the RWE Group has maintained close financial ties with local and state governments. Individual towns and cities still hold shares in the RWE Group, and the entire Lower Rhine region between Cologne and Aachen is still dependent on dividend payments, tax revenues, and donations from the Group, not to mention the thousands of people, including politicians, on RWE’s payroll.
Private interests in secured profits interlock with the political interests of maintaining existing fossil fuel energy production
As in the past, in recent days the state government of North Rhine-Westphalia had deployed its police units, with equestrian teams, pepper spray, and notoriously brutal units, to defend the interests of the RWE Group against the climate activists. Nevertheless, on 26 September, 3,000 Ende Gelände activists successfully blocked the coal and gas infrastructure in the Rhenish coalfield. In recent years several coal-fired power plants have been converted to gas and new pipelines are currently being built, including for liquefied natural gas. Compared to renewable energy sources, CO2 emissions from gas power plants are considerable, and this year, for the first time, the gas infrastructure was blocked by Ende Gelände.
The action groups reached the Garzweiler opencast mine, its coal bunker, the Weisweiler coal-fired power station and the Lausward gas-fired power station near Düsseldorf. “We are here today to expose natural gas as a climate killer. Clean natural gas is a dirty lie. It is madness to invest billions in natural gas, pipelines and fracking ports instead of renewable energies. Natural gas is a fossil dead end and not a bridge to the future,” says Kim Solievna, spokesperson for Ende Gelände.
Last weekend North Rhine-Westphalia was ruled by police state law
Citing “instructions from above” the freedom of assembly of activists were massively restricted. The right of assembly, which is highly protected by the German constitution, became dependent on the goodwill of police commanders throughout the region. Some police officers declared, “I know I’m not allowed to do this, but I’m doing it anyway”. The violence and assaults of the police officers were evident everywhere, there were several police kettles, sexist assaults at a prisoners’ collection point, in a train from Cologne early Saturday morning the police beat the “green column”, one of the Ende Gelände groups, and prevented them from continuing their journey, several seriously injured people were taken to hospital. On Twitter, activists and parliamentary observers documented cases of disproportionate police violence on video. For example, the “coloured column”, a further Ende Gelände group in which physically handicapped people were participating, was attacked by police dogs without muzzles.
Active protests in times of Corona
Ende Gelände had worked out a strict hygiene concept with anonymised personal data, which was deposited with a lawyer. Nine decentralised camps were organised and 14 columns (these are action groups that block neuralgic points of the fossil fuel infrastructure), including one “anti-colonial” column with People of Colour and one “colourful” column with disabled people. Friday for Future’ joined together with the “Anti-Coal Kids” in a march towards the open-cast mine. But unlike last year, when twice as many women took part, this time the columnss were much smaller and therefore more quickly surrounded by police units.
On Friday, 25 September, in Germany alone more than 200.000 people took part in the global strike of ‘Fridays for Future’. On Saturday, Fridays for Future and the initiative “Alle Dörfer bleiben!” (All Villages will Remain!) protested at the Garzweiler open-cast mine for climate justice and the preservation of villages threatened by destruction. “We will no longer stand idly by as the excavators come closer and closer and take our fate into our own hands with actions like these,” said Britta Kox from the threatened village of Berverath.
In Keyenberg – one of the threatened villages – the village restaurant was squatted and reopened on Saturday 26 September by 200 “Ende Gelände” activists. The inn, which was taken over RWE a few months ago, had been closed immediately. RWE is deliberately trying to destroy social infrastructure in order to divide the village communities. “This inn is symbolic of how life is to be destroyed here. We are going to revive it today,” a press release from Ende Gelände declared. Squats are a new form of action of the climate movement. “It was important for us to question the principle of ownership”, explained Ende Gelände spokeswoman Paula Eisner. “All over the world, villages are being destroyed to secure the profits of corporations.” Here, and in Keyenberg, Lützerath, and the other villages, the injustice of capitalist economic activity becomes visible.
Despite the strict corona conditions and the very bad weather, fossil fuel energy production was stopped for a few hours. The local and national press response this year was much more positive; in view of the devastating fires in California and the Amazon. Resistance to the climate crisis is also gaining more and more legitimacy among the population. But even this year, it was only symbolic actions that did more damage to the RWE Group’s reputation than material losses in electricity production. Ende Gelände’ was able to demonstrate with enormous logistical and political effectiveness that it is the most prominent group in the German climate movement alongside ‘Friday for Future’.
In view of the urgency to end of the fossil fuel age even to come close to the 2 degree target, an escalation in the forms of action becomes more and more necessary. The defence of all villages is next on the agenda, and perhaps this will result in a new crystallisation point like the one at Hambach Forest two years ago; and the RWE infrastructure must be sabotaged. After all, abandoning coal is manual labour and we cannot wait until 2038!


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The 74th session of the United Nations General Assembly opened on Tuesday, Sept. 17, which means that the world’s leaders — mainly heads of state and heads of government and their entourages — are heading to New York City for the climate change meeting on Sept. 23; the annual speechmaking, called the general debate, beginning on Sept. 24, in the General Assembly Hall; as well as other high-level meetings and side events.
The opening session runs through Sept. 30, with the 74th session ending in mid-September 2020.
PassBlue’s latest episode of our podcast series, UN-Scripted, tells listeners what and who to look for — and why: from Donald Trump to Angela Merkel, from Jacinda Ardern to Emmanuel Macron, from Narendra Modi to Imran Khan and nearly 200 other leaders and government ministers jostling to push their national agendas in this global setting and possibly even make the world a better place. This is the UN, after all, whose job is to maintain peace and security.
In this episode, you’ll also hear from five reporters who are members of the UN press corps representing media outlets from around the world. For this part of the episode, we interviewed Valeria Robecco from Ansa, Italy’s largest news agency; Maria Khrenova, the correspondent for the Russian media site Tass; Arthur MacMillan, who writes for an Emirati paper, The National; Sherwin Bryce-Pease, from South Africa’s SABC news; and Kaori Yoshida, a reporter for Nikkei, a business publication in Japan.
In addition, we spoke with Barbara Crossette, our senior consulting editor and a former New York Times foreign correspondent and UN bureau chief for the paper, about key moments she witnessed at UN General Assembly opening sessions in years past. Her takeaway? Look for the stories that no one else is following because that will reap rewards down the road.
To hear the full episode about UNGA74, as the General Assembly opening session is called, download PassBlue’s podcast, UN-Scripted, or go to Apple Podcasts, Spotify, SoundCloud, Stitcher, TuneIn, iTunes or Google Play. — STÉPHANIE FILLION and KACIE CANDELA with research by Brianna Lyman
We welcome your comments on this article. What are your thoughts?
Stéphanie Fillion is a New York-based reporter specializing in foreign affairs and human rights. She has a master’s degree in journalism, politics and global affairs from Columbia University and a B.A. in political science from McGill University. Fillion was awarded a European Union in Canada Young Journalists fellowship in 2015 and was an editorial fellow for La Stampa in 2017.
Kacie Candela is an assistant editor for PassBlue and a news anchor and reporter with WFUV, a public-radio station in the Bronx, N.Y., where she covers the UN and other beats. Her work has won various awards from the New York State Associated Press Association, New York State Broadcasters Association, PRNDI and the Alliance for Women in Media. She is a recent graduate of Fordham University, where she is now a law student.

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Amaranth, a plant "lost" for 500 years after the Spanish conquistadors saw it used in ceremonies of human sacrifice, may turn out to be the popcorn of the 1990s and a flour of the 21st century.
The high-protein grain was cited at an American Association for the Advancement of Science symposium here today as one of the foods of the future.
Initially, it will be an exotic product to be eaten occasionally, but eventually it may be as commonplace as avocados have become over the past decade, according to Dr. Noel Vietmeyer of the National Academy of Sciences.
Amaranth was once a staple of the Aztec diet, but the Spanish, seeing it mixed with blood in conjunction with human sacrifice, banned its cultivation. "It died as a crop," Vietmeyer said, and continued to be cultivated only in remote hills of Mexico and in parts of Asia.
Containing 16 to 18 percent protein, considerably more than most cereals, amaranth is seen as a new source of protein as well as of lysine and other amino acids in which grains normally are deficient. When roasted, it pops and tastes like fine-kernel popcorn without salt or butter. It can be mixed with flour and made into bread, and can be grown everywhere, Vietmeyer said.
Foods like amaranth are being promoted by scientists for their nutritional value and hardiness. Some of these plants have particular promise in Third World countries where desert and salt conditions complicate the feeding of the population.
Quinoa, a staple of the Incan diet that has flourished in the high Andes for more than 3,000 years, was also mentioned here as a food of the future. Quinoa is another extremely hardy grain, according to David F. Cusack of the Agroclimate Development Program in Boulder, Colo. It grows in arid climates, swamps and at high altitudes, and can be used to make cereals, biscuits, desserts and liquor.
Fifty years ago, scientists might have hesitated to consider the introduction of such exotic new crops in this country. But within the last few decades, American tastes have become cosmopolitan. New waves of immigrants have brought with them tastes and products previously unknown in American supermarkets. Air freight has made it possible for fruits like the kiwi from New Zealand to become widely available.
The increasing costs of transcontinental shipping have also opened up new markets for locally grown products that will in turn add variety to the American diet. Vietmeyer said more kinds of apples from regional orchards may begin to reappear to supplement the standard handful of varieties that has come to dominate the market.
"Ten years ago people went to supermarkets based on meat," Vietmeyer said. "Now they pick their supermarkets for produce. Specialty products have become a very big thing."

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Attend a patriotic concert Sept. 7
Published: Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 7:00 a.m.
Last Modified: Sunday, August 24, 2014 at 12:38 a.m.
The Houma-Terrebonne Community Band will perform a patriotic concert Sept. 7.
It starts at 3 p.m. at the Regional Military Museum, 114 Barrow St. Admission is $6, kids 12 and under free
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It’s been a whirlwind of firsts for the first-year Class of 2026, starting with Opening Day on Aug. 31 right on through to the first classes of the academic year a week later.
In between were AESOP trips, the first meetings of First-Year Seminars, and Convocation, marking the official opening of the academic year.
After a damp morning of moving in, the clouds broke and students and their families enjoyed a picnic lunch in the sun.
By mid-afternoon, campus puddles were gone, and everyone headed to the Historic Quad to hear welcomes from Leigh Weisenberger, vice president for enrollment and dean of admission and financial aid, President Clayton Spencer.
“Whatever path has brought you here, I want to welcome you to Bates with joy, and warmth, and arms wide open,” she said. “Students, I wish you all good things as you meet your classmates and your professors, and settle in. Families, safe travels home.”
After goodbyes and hugs, and some tears, the Class of 2026 got ready for the myriad experiences awaiting them.
Thursday and Friday were spent getting a taste of academics in First-Year Seminar gatherings. Then came with three days and two nights of AESOP adventures on and off campus, the first overnight trips since 2019.
All compass points were covered: north to Baxter State Park, west to the White Mountains, east to Acadia National Park, and south to Portland. Not to mention nearby trips, to Nezinscot Farm and Lewiston-Auburn itself, exploring the Androscoggin River and the Great Falls, Museum L-A, and the Basilica of St. Peter and Paul.
Surfing, knitting, drawing and painting, and digging potatoes were just a few of the activities they enjoyed, reflecting a re-designed AESOP program, including affinity-based trips, to make AESOP more accessible and inclusive.

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When purchasing cleaning equipment it’s not all about the price tag. Productivity has a huge bearing on the quality of the job done, the time taken to complete each cleaning cycle, and labour costs.
There are other elements in the cost of ownership, including consumables, energy, chemical use and maintenance, as well as depreciation. And that’s before taking account of the non-financial factors, where clients’ priorities can vary widely. Here are the main considerations relevant to most buyers.
- See the bigger picture
No-one has a limitless budget, but a purchasing decision shouldn’t be dictated by an arbitrary sum. When return on investment, efficiency savings in other areas of the cleaning budget, and financing options are taken into account, a bigger-ticket purchase may provide better value for money than that low-cost entry model. To see the full picture, you need data to build a coherent business case for the best investment.
- Gather the data
Some things are harder to measure than others, but the more factors you quantify – having weighted your priorities – the more comprehensive your purchasing evaluation can be.
As a minimum, you should know the size of the floor area(s) to be cleaned, surfaces that require specific cleaning methods, running costs for existing equipment, the time taken to perform the floorcare cycle/task, related labour costs, and running costs, including chemical consumption and maintenance.
- Manual versus mechanised
Labour time and costs help you evaluate the productivity advantage of one machine over another, or whether it’s worth mechanising a manual task. For example, an operative might take several hours to clean a floor with a mop and bucket, but just an hour with an automatic scrubber dryer. Labour savings alone could pay for the machine in months, before you even factor in the improved cleanliness of the floor.
- Get the spec right
It’s a false economy to opt for a less expensive machine when a model with a higher capacity or superior features will be more productive. For example, a vacuum with a 70cm wide cleaning path provides 2.5 times the coverage of a standard tub or upright cleaner. If there are large areas of carpet to clean, the savings in time and labour are likely to be decisive.
Equally, a battery-powered model may well be worth the premium. The benefits of going cordless are not easy to put a price on – reduced trip risk, especially in daytime cleaning, lower noise levels, greater flexibility – but they probably outweigh the productivity uplift.
- The human element
Whatever the benefits of mechanisation, it’s people that use the machine. How difficult is it to operate, and to do so properly? If you rely on casual labour or general staff who double up as cleaners then simplicity of operation – and controls that prevent damage to surfaces – become more important. Is the machine ergonomically designed? The weight of equipment, manoeuvrability, and other factors affect the health of staff as well as their productivity.
- Versatility or dedication
The size and design of building interiors, and staff availability, influence the choice whether to invest in a specialist machine, outsource some duties, or opt for a more versatile solution. For example, a variety of floor types plays to the advantages of a fully featured scrubber dryer equipped for everything from tiled floors and entrance matting to marble, concrete and safety flooring. A large expanse of hard flooring may require a high-speed rotary for daily polishing, whereas the need for stripping and/or carpet bonnet mopping shifts the balance to a lower-speed model.
- The selection process
Having drawn up a shortlist of potential machines that could meet the brief, arrange for demonstrations. Involve a couple of members of the cleaning team and get them to try the machine and ask questions. Their insights and those of the supplier can help you make a smarter purchase.
This first appeared in the March/April issue of INCLEAN magazine. To subscribe, click here.


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A SINGLE mum of two young sons who has a heart condition has complained after being left with no heating in the freezing cold for 19 hours.
Problems began for Louise Dawson, aged 28, who lives with sons Declan, 10, and Brendan, seven, on Kestrel Green, Skye Edge, when her gas meter broke.
British Gas sent a National Grid Gas workman, who fitted a new meter.
But the new meter used a different card and Louise was told a new one would be posted to her.
She was given an emergency card but it only had £10 of credit, which ran out. Her new card did not arrive until the next day.
Louise said: “I live with two young children and also have a heart condition called long QT syndrome, which can result in sudden death, and we need to keep warm. We were freezing cold with no hot water.”
British Gas spokeswoman Sian Callaghan said: “I am very sorry Ms Dawson’s new payment card took longer than usual to reach her. We did attend, renew her meter, and provide emergency credit when she first contacted us.
“I am pleased that the new payment card has arrived. We are trying to do all we can to resolve situations like these as quickly as possible. We apologise for the inconvenience.”


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My 3 Best Japanese Otsumami Snacks for Beer
Some Japanese snack foods are very popular not only in Japan but also in the world.For example, the top Japanese snack maker, Calbee’s products occupy the largest share in the Japan’s snack market and some of them are popular even in the world.
Other than Calbee’s snacks, there are a bunch of tasty Japanese snacks that haven’t become popular yet in the world.
My 3 Best Japanese Otsumami Snacks that go perfect with Beer
As it’s getting hot days in Japan, today let me tell you about my 3 best Japanese Otsumami snacks that go perfect with beer and that you might not know.
The Japanese word, Otsumami (おつまみ) refers to the finger foods and nibbles eaten along with alcoholic drinks.
Glico – CRATZ Edamame-flavored potato snack
|Glico CRATZ Edamame flavor 42 g ~ 10 pcs|
Many Japanese will think that there is nothing better than Edamame (boiled green soybeans) and icy cold beer in the summer.Glico CRATZ Edamame flavor is a popular Japanese snack food that is rich in umami ingredients of the boiled green soybeans, Edamame.The snack is a relatively new product but it is becoming a standard Otsumami snack in Japan.Like cookies, the Japanese snack is crunchy on the outside and brittle on the inside.It has a nice texture and plenty of umami, and goes really well with beer.
Yamayoshi – Wasa-Beef potato chips
|Yamayoshi Beef and Wasabi flavor Potato Chips, Wasa-Beef 2.1oz|
Yamayoshi Wasa-Beef is a long-seller, addictive Japanese potato chips with a wasabi and beef flavor, which was released in 1987.The potato chips are rich in flavor of beef, and the pungent taste of wasabi (Japanese horseradish) gives the snack a little bit of kick.The combination of the tasty beef flavor and the aftertaste of wasabi with a refreshing aroma makes a great pair with beer.
Glico – Cheeza Cheddar Cheese
|Glico Cheeza Cheddar Cheese 42 g|
Glico Cheeza Cheddar Cheese is a crispy cheese cracker with the full body taste of cheese and has lots of umami that spreads in the mouth.This Japanese snack has the richest flavor and taste of cheese among all the snacks I have ever eaten.In fact, the ingredient of this snack includes 53% cheddar cheese.There are several kinds of cheese flavors in the series, but this cheddar cheese flavor is my most favorite.Thus, it can be said that this tasty cheese cracker is undoubtedly one of the best Otsumami snacks for me.

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The hotel is near downtown Hamilton New York. Average rooms, nothing fancy, clean bathroom and planets. Small breakfast included. Approximately half mile from downtown Hamilton. Room rates vary by season but were $89 in June. The best price of any accommodation near Hamilton, New York- entire area way over priced for what you get but they have a captured audience.
- Also Known As:
- Wendt University Hotel Hamilton

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Did you know that 50 percent of all children in the United States will be bitten by a dog before their 12th birthday? The vast majority of dog bites are from the family dog or another dog known to the child. It’s important to understand that any dog can bite if provoked—even the most cute and friendly dogs. That is why it’s important to teach children safe interactions as well as how to interpret dogs’ body language to better understand what dogs are feeling.
Dogs often give plenty of warning signs before they growl or snap, but if you don’t know what to look for it may be too late. In recognition of Dog Bite Prevention Week this week, Doggone Safe, a non-profit organization dedicated to dog bite prevention through education, offers resources to help children and adults recognize these warning signs and interact with dogs safely.
Visit Doggone Safe to find out more about dog body language and for free resources that can help you teach your kids. The Doggone Crazy! board game is an entertaining way to reinforce lessons about dog body language and safe behavior around dogs.

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- 1 How many casinos are in Atlantic City?
- 2 Is Atlantic City open for gambling?
- 3 Is Atlantic City dying?
- 4 Who owns the casinos in Atlantic City?
- 5 Is Atlantic City Dangerous?
- 6 What casino in Atlantic City pays out the most?
- 7 Is Atlantic City open on Christmas?
- 8 Can you smoke in Atlantic City casinos?
- 9 What can you do in Atlantic City during Covid?
- 10 Is Atlantic City better than Vegas?
- 11 Is Atlantic City a ghost town?
- 12 What is the best time to go to Atlantic City?
- 13 What is the oldest casino in Atlantic City?
- 14 How many casinos in Atlantic City have closed?
- 15 What is the newest casino in Atlantic City?
How many casinos are in Atlantic City?
Each of Atlantic City’s 9 casinos offers its own personality, style and ambiance.
Is Atlantic City open for gambling?
Its COVID-19 casino tracker counts 880 casinos currently open and 116 closed, including Philadelphia’s Rivers Casino. In Atlantic City, where casinos were closed altogether for nearly four months, fortunes have varied. Borgata reopened nearly a month after other casinos in July, when Gov.
Is Atlantic City dying?
For the time being, Atlantic City isn’t going anywhere. Literally, the city is almost at a standstill. While new initiatives are developed, older parts of the economy are dying. The city’s infrastructure isn’t adequately protected, but new investment by the state and federal government could change that.
Who owns the casinos in Atlantic City?
After Merger, Nevada Company Will Control 4 of Atlantic City’s 9 Casinos – NBC10 Philadelphia. Caesars Entertainment Corp.
Is Atlantic City Dangerous?
Crime in Atlantic City may have dropped, but it is still among the most dangerous New Jersey cities, according to the police data.
What casino in Atlantic City pays out the most?
For March 2020, the number of slot machines and overall player win percentage at each of the nine casinos in Atlantic City was: Hard Rock (2,167 slot machines): 90.4% Harrah’s (2,036 slot machines): 91.7% Ocean (1,758 slot machines): 90.0% Resorts (1,436 slot machines): 90.4% Tropicana (2,357 slot machines): 90.5%
Is Atlantic City open on Christmas?
All the casinos will be open. Some of the restaurants will be closed. Go by Boardwalk Hall to see the display of trees.. From previous experience, Christmas Eve & Day can be surprisingly busy times in AC.
Can you smoke in Atlantic City casinos?
Smoking is currently banned in Atlantic City casinos.
What can you do in Atlantic City during Covid?
Best Things To Do in Atlantic City, NJ Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival. 1.2 mi. 41 reviews. Lucy the Elephant. 5.0 mi. 74 reviews. Atlantic City Aquarium. 1.8 mi. 84 reviews. Atlantic City Cruises. 1.8 mi. 31 reviews. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Atlantic City. Atlantic City Beach and Boardwalk. 1.8 mi. Absecon Lighthouse. 2.2 mi. Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. 1.0 mi.
Is Atlantic City better than Vegas?
The Sin City has higher chances of accommodating people within budget since it houses more hotels, resorts, and lodges than Atlantic City. Vegas is bigger and has more choices in everything, including casinos like the well-known New York, New York. Another key element of Las Vegas is that it is bearable in winter.
Is Atlantic City a ghost town?
Atlantic City was once New Jersey’s largest tourist attraction. It boasted a beautiful boardwalk and beaches, and it was the first city to provide gambling outside of Nevada. Now in winter, during the city’s off-season, the streets and boardwalk of Atlantic City look more like a ghost town than a tourist hub.
What is the best time to go to Atlantic City?
The best time to visit Atlantic City is either from March to May or from June to August. Although a nice breeze blows through the seaside town in the summer, the days are defined by humidity with average highs in the low 80s.
What is the oldest casino in Atlantic City?
Atlantic City’s First Casino – A Resorts AC History. Resorts Casino was the first casino hotel inside of Atlantic City, and the first legal casino outside of Nevada.
How many casinos in Atlantic City have closed?
Atlantic City has seen a dozen casinos open up over the 40-plus years New Jersey casino gambling has been legal. Four of them ceased operations in 2014 and a fifth closed in 2016.
What is the newest casino in Atlantic City?
|Ocean Casino Resort|
|Ocean Resort Casino, seen from the boardwalk in 2020|
|Location||Atlantic City, New Jersey, United States|
|Opening date||April 2, 2012 (as Revel ) June 27, 2018 (as Ocean)|


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Library houses a collection of resources and services, useful material, video and audio content that serves common use in all the subjects be it science, biology, mathematics, psychology or computer science. The reference section helps them to clear their doubts while the reading room makes them conversant with the current affairs and day-to-day events of their country as well as of the whole world. custom essay writing year 8 students We are allowed to borrow one book at a time and the records for the same are maintained by the librarian.
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They develop urge, interest and positive attitude towards learning. The role of school librarian is to empower others with resources, information, skills and knowledge and establish flexible learning and teaching environment. There are also a good number of reference books.
The rest has to be discovered by students themselves. There are books on every subject including history, geography, science, civics, commerce, English language and literature, computer, general knowledge, etc. Librarian has an important role to play in the effective functioning of the school library. Education and library cannot exist alone and are inseparable.
The range and quality of books available in libraries is the best. I just had a gigantic smile on my face when I left and was super excited to share my reading experience with my friends and classmates. Library is thus a leap in the advancement of the literacy provided in classrooms.
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Chopin Airport in Warsaw : Access to the Airport
The airport is located in Warsaw about 8-10 kilometres from the city centre at Żwirki i Wigury 1.
Day lines: 148, 175, 188, 331
Night lines: N32
The current timetable is available on the website of Zarząd Transportu Miejskiego w Warszawie
Near the terminal is a railway station operated by::
- SKM Line S2 and S3 - www.ztm.waw.pl
- Trains of Koleje Mazowieckie - www.mazowieckie.com.pl
The airport recommends to use the following reliable corporation networks engaged in the provision of transport services:
- Elle Taxi
- Super Taxi
- Sawa Taxi
A convenience for the passengers is that they can use both the long-distance and tour coaches.
- P1, P2 and P3 are short-term parkings where charges are collected for every hour.
- P4 is a long-term parking – the charges are collected for every day.


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Many women experience a “change of life”—the transition from their forties to menopause—as a time of emotional upheaval. But for some, it is also a period marred by depression.
Now, however, research suggests that men may be at equal risk for developing depressive symptoms in middle age too.
The findings are noteworthy because they run counter to the classical view of depression as a disease that is more common in women than in men. According to this traditional view, major depression is “a disorder of women” because so many more women are afflicted by it than men.
But people have been rethinking this premise for several years now. More experts noted that recent epidemiological studies show that although women are more likely than men to be clinically depressed, the difference “is not as great as people thought.”
Other studies have shown that once depression is diagnosed, men and women tend to present with similar symptoms. Still, others suggest that biological mechanisms common to both sexes may predispose them to depression.
5 Ways Men Can Manage Depression
How can then men cope with depression? If you are one of them experiencing symptoms, these tips could be helpful for you:
1. Don’t Try to Deal with It on Your Own
Depression is a mental illness that needs the help of healthcare professionals. If you are feeling depressed because of your work or relationship, don’t just deal with it on your own. Talk to a professional. They can help you by diagnosing the condition and prescribing treatment. Treatment for depression may include medication, therapy, or both.
Together, you can explore both tried-and-tested and experimental options to help you manage your condition. For example, they might try cognitive behavior therapy (CBT), which works by modifying thinking and behavior patterns. In therapy, you can also improve your coping skills and give yourself a sense of purpose in life.
You can also discuss an IV infusion therapy with ketamine. Ketamine is an anesthetic that is currently being used off-label to treat symptoms of depression. It can create changes in sensory perception, so you can feel a sense of detachment.
2. Manage Your Stress
Stress doesn’t cause depression, but it can worsen the symptoms. If you are feeling stressed out, find ways to relax. You can start with simple tasks like writing in a journal or relaxing with your favorite drink. It’s also important that you take time for fun and hang out with friends more often.
Exercising regularly is also another way to deal with stress. When you sleep, you can restore your body and mind. You may also want to limit your caffeine intake, especially in the evening. Drinking too much caffeine can keep you up at night and further affect your mood the next day.
3. Get Support from Your Loved Ones
Depression is a mental illness that can affect not only your physical health but also your relationships with other people. While you are going through a difficult time, reach out to those who care for you. Take a break from the things you’re doing and just spend time with your family.
You can also join a social activity group. You can join your neighborhood book club or start a new project at work. This activity might also help you get back on track and give you some fulfillment.
Talk to friends and family members about how you’re feeling. It’s important to limit your isolation and let your loved ones help you. You can also volunteer for a local charity. Volunteering for a cause that you believe in can give you a sense of purpose.
4. Do the Bare Minimum
When you’re depressed, everything can seem like a chore. What’s worse is that even basic tasks such as eating, showering, and going to work may become insurmountable to-dos.
While it may be difficult for you to muster the energy or motivation to complete these everyday activities sometimes, it will do you good if you could just make the minimum effort to get by.
Doing the bare minimum can also help you avoid getting back into bed, which will only prolong your recovery. Just understand that it’s okay if you don’t do everything perfectly or on time. As long as you’re doing your best and taking care of yourself, everything else will follow in due time.
5. Take Care of Your Body
When you’re stressed out and depressed, it’s easy to neglect your body. But this isn’t a good time to take things lying down. Treat yourself well as you deal with the challenges of depression.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating right and exercising regularly even when you’re depressed. Exercise can help you boost your mood and sleep better, which in turn will help ease the symptoms of depression.
You might find this hard to believe but even small changes such as taking a walk or yoga can make a big difference. You may also want to gradually work yourself up from physical activities such as walking and swimming so that it becomes easier for you to move around.
If you’re living with depression, remember that there are resources available to help. While it may not be easy to feel better sometimes, recovery is possible.


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It has been four years.
It took a full four years for Seung Woo Jo to return to ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ as Jo-Jekyll. I can assure there wouldn’t have been any musical fans who did not miss Seung Woo Jo’s comeback. The musical ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ is a masterpiece of masterpieces that surpassed the cumulative audience of 1.2 million since its premiere in 2004, and Seung Woo Jo has been with the musical since the premiere. He was awarded the Best Actor Awards at The Musical Awards in 2011 as well as at Korea Musical Awards in 2004. So, Jo-Jekyll in the musical ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ has a symbolism more than just a main character to the actor Jo Seung Woo and also musical fans.
Jo-Jekyll was last seen in 2014 and has not seen at all for the past four years. Even actor Seung Woo Jo was not seen on the musical stage for about two years since ‘Sweeney Todd’ in 2016. The fans thirsted for his appearance on the musical stage. On the other hand, it was worried that we would not be able to see Jo-Jekyll again. Finally, while waiting for him, he came back with his masterpiece ‘Jekyll and Hyde’
On the day of performance, the atmosphere in the theater of the musical ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ was unusual from outside. I have seen a number of musicals so far, but it was the first musical to see the audiences excited from outside the theater. Maybe it’s because everyone was already aware of the importance of this performance. Everyone was filled with anticipation. As it was a great deal of crisis for obtaining a ticket, it was like a gathering of winners from the ticket reservation. However, the inside of the theater was completely different from the outside. I couldn’t find a distracted atmosphere like before the musical began. Everyone was quietly preparing to meet Jekyll and Hyde.
Only Jekyll and Hyde existed in the venue. Every time was filled with them until the moment when the stage ended. I couldn’t have any intention of wondering how the musical will develop in the future. I couldn’t even spare one moment. I hesitated to applaud after numbers since I was afraid that impressions and resonances will disappear. So we became one with Jo-Jekyll.
Now, ‘Jekyll and Hyde’ ran one-third of the show. For many, Jo-Jekyll’s performance is a veil itself. There will be many questions; how will Jo-Jekyll’s stage differ? And how has Jo-Jekyll been changed from 14 years ago? I highly recommend you to look forward with more questions. No matter what you expect, there will be no disappointment. More than you imagine.

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Holiday Cottages at Crom
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The romantic setting of Crom demesne with its harmony of parkland, woodland, water and historic buildings makes Crom an exceptional place for an unforgettable holiday.
Seven holiday cottages, catering for between 2 to 6 people in comfort and style are located in the restored Old Farmyard Courtyard. Crom offers excellent boating and fishing opportunities, as well as nature trails, a children’s play area, and an observation hide for the dedicated wildlife enthusiast.
The cottages are varying in size and layout, each with their own individuality and viewpoint.
· Alder Cottage - Alder is ideal for a romantic break. The cottage has one large bedroom and a cosy sitting room with an open log fire. Perfect for a honeymoon, or a second honeymoon!
· Badger Cottage - Tucked away in the corner of the courtyard, Badger has a warm sunlit sitting room and is popular with all visitors.
· Orchard View - A large cottage with a bay window in the sitting room and open fire. Orchard View has a good sized kitchen and the dining table is positioned in the bay window of the sitting room. Orchard View has an interconnecting door with Willow Cottage so ideal for two families, friends or grandparents to book.
· Willow Cottage - The bay window offers excellent views of woodland and lawn. In common with all the Crom cottages, it is only a short stroll to the banks of Lough Erne.
· Aspen Cottage - Four of the cottages overlook a small wood with an abundance of wildlife, making for an interesting mealtime or watching the birds and other wildlife go about their daily routines. The lead-paned windows in Aspen afford good views of this scene.
· Woodford Cottage - The swallows nestling in the barn on the other on the other side of the yard are delightful to watch from the upstairs bedroom.
· Erne View - This is the largest of the cottages and has a dual aspect of the woodland and also overlooks Lough Erne and the island of Inishfendra from the large sitting room.
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How late does DC metro trains run?
Rail Hours Monday through Thursday, 5:00 a.m. until 12:00 a.m. Friday, 5:00 a.m. until 1:00 a.m.
What time does the last train leave Reagan National Airport?
What time is the last Train to Dca – Ronald Reagan National Airport in Arlington? The MANASSAS LINE is the last Train that goes to Dca – Ronald Reagan National Airport in Arlington. It stops nearby at 7:15 PM.
Does Dulles airport have Metro stop?
The Washington Dulles International Airport Station is a planned Washington Metro station at Washington Dulles International Airport in Loudoun County, Virginia, U.S., on the Silver Line.
Does Ronald Reagan Airport have a Metro stop?
The Washington, DC Metrorail system has an elevated Metrorail station connected to the concourse level of Terminals B and C at Reagan National Airport.
What time does DC Metro bus stop running?
Metrobus: Service operates from 5 a.m. until 11 p.m. on weekdays and 8 a.m. until 11 p.m. on weekends. Weekdays buses are operating on a modified Sunday schedule.
Can you take the Metro from Reagan airport to downtown DC?
METRO TO AND FROM DCA (Reagan National Airport) The biggest advantage of landing at DCA (Reagan National Airport) is that it is centrally located and on the Metro system’s blue and yellow lines. You can take either line into DC but if you’re headed downtown, the Yellow line is usually faster.
Is the Reagan Airport Metro open?
Metro Schedule: Opens at 5:00 a.m. Bike Racks: The station has 18 bike racks. Metro Parking: None, However, parking is available at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA).
Does the Metro run from Dulles to DC?
Washington, D.C.’s metro system—called Metrorail—doesn’t quite reach Dulles Airport, but it gets close. The Silver Line Express Bus provides nonstop service between Dulles Airport and the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, which connects to the Silver Line of the D.C. metro.
Is there a train at Dulles airport?
AeroTrain has been in operation at Washington Dulles International Airport since 2010. Automated trains move passengers between the Terminal and the midfield gates for domestic and international departing flights and domestic arriving flights.
How often do DC metro trains run on weekends?
every 24 minutes
Sat: Trains every 24 minutes. Sun: Trains every 20 minutes.
Does DC Metro go under water?
Potomac River Subway Tunnel The Metro tunnel under the Potomac services the subway’s Blue and Orange lines. Built in the 1970s, it connects the Foggy Bottom station in Washington, D.C. to the Rossylyn station in Virginia. The tunnel was bored through rock.
How do I get from Reagan airport to downtown DC?
What time does Reagan airport open?
The airport is open 24 hours. The TSA security checkpoints are open 4:30AM – 9:00PM (or until the last scheduled flight). Keep in mind that airline check-in and baggage drop hours vary according to the flight schedule. Check these hours with your airline.
How do I get from the airport to downtown Washington DC?
Metro Bus. The D.C. metro bus provides bus services from Dulles International Airport to downtown D.C. The price is around 7.50 USD per person and the exact change must be rendered. The travel time is roughly around 50 minutes depending on the time of day and the traffic.
Which Metro line goes to Reagan Airport?
METRORAIL YELLOW LINE
The METRORAIL YELLOW LINE is the first Metro that goes to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Dca) in Arlington.
Where can I use Metrorail in Washington DC?
The Washington, DC Metrorail system has an elevated Metrorail station connected to the concourse level of Terminals B and C at Reagan National Airport. The Metrorail system provides easy and affordable access to locations throughout Washington, Virginia and Maryland. Note: When planning your trip, check Metrorail’s track work schedule.
What are the timings of the airport express trains?
Airport Express trains depart every 10 minutes from the start of service (05:54 from Airport and 05:50 from Hong Kong) and every 12 minutes from 23:28 (from Airport) and 00:00 (from Hong Kong) until the last service 00:48. The Airport Express, along with other MTR metro lines, is monitored by the Operations Control Centre in Tsing Yi.
How do I get from Metrorail to Dulles Airport?
You can take Metrorail from your nearest station to Union Station on the Red Line. From there, take the MARC train to the airport, where a shuttle takes you directly to the airport. See station information for Metrorail’s Union Station, served by Amtrak , Virginia Railway Express, and MARC.
How is the airport express different from other MTR services?
The Airport Express offers more spacious and comfortable trains and stations than other MTR services. On the trains, there are luggage racks next to each door, and each seat is equipped with in-seat loudspeakers for current news, advertisements and announcements shown on LCD televisions in front.


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The reason behind this is simple: people are getting bored during the pandemic and are looking for simple, enjoyable games. Harvest Town transports players to a charming town where everything is picturesque, and the people are so friendly that one might wish to stay in the game forever. The game accurately portrays the daily life of an ordinary farmer living in a small town.
People have the ability to transform a barren wasteland into magnificent castles, showcasing their construction talent and aesthetic taste. Unique designs come from one’s imagination, but others have the opportunity to admire them. To turn a mediocre place into a rich and decent home, one must earn the money commensurate with it. It’s impossible to create a grand house with only a few coins and basic resources. Hard work is necessary to earn money by selling harvested goods in town. Only then can spectacular designs come to life in one’s living space.
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Wednesday, November 1, 2017
Tuesday, October 31, 2017
Another winner from Gauld, even though I prefer his longer stories.
Satchel Paige: Striking Out Jim Crow by James Sturm and Rich Tommaso
An interesting book and great drawings by Tommaso. It's a shame James Sturm doesn't do more comics, by the way. His last book, Market Day was a masterpiece.
The Ambulance Drivers by James McGrath Morris
A biography about the rise and fall of the friendship between Ernest Hemingway and John Dos Passos and also their literary accomplishments. As was often the case with Hem, he easily turned on old friends.
L'enfant qui criait au loup av Gunnar Staalesen
His longest novel so far, I believe, but not his best. One coincidence is okay, but two...
Coeurs glacés av Gunnar Staalesen
A better book, but an ending where the killer explains why he did it while holding a gun directed at the detective works maybe less so if you try to keep a more realistic tone.
Somerset: The paintings of John Caple
Big fan of his paintings. Some of the images are reproduced annoyingly small, though.
Ernest Hemingway by Verna Kale. A pretty short biography. I thought maybe it would use some new angle, or look at his work in a new way, but... no, not really.
Unreasonable Hours by Julio Cortazar
His last short story collection. Slightly mixed bag, but a couple of strong stories.
L'astronef Pirate by Guido Crepax
I've gotten a bit hooked on Crepax lately. I especially enjoy his work in the 60s. Some of it, like this book, looks pretty modern, and also quite different from what he did in the mid 70's and onwards.
Thursday, October 12, 2017
Thursday, October 5, 2017
Monday, September 11, 2017
Thursday, September 7, 2017
Lectures Cortazar gave at UC Berkeley in 1980 about his books, Latin American novels and literature in general. Very interesting, and gives you a very sympathetic image of the man himself.
In the Café of Lost Youth by Patrick Modiano
A bit too French for me. Tant pis.
The Sparrow by Mary Doria Russell
At least 100 pages too long. Gets better in the second half, and has some good ideas but the characters are kind of annoying, constantly shrieking with laughter at their own jokes.
Ernest Hemingway: a biography by Mary V. Dearborn
The first major Hembiography written by a woman. As always with these books, it's a bit hard to get through the last half, Hemingway after 50 when he turned into an asshole, apparently, and lost his ability to judge his own writing. The book asks the interesting question, if Hem's many concussions and head injuries had anything to do with it.
La Boutique Obscure by Georges Perec
His dream diary. Interesting in small doses.
Fun by Paolo Bacilieri
Nice drawings, a strange mix of Chris Ware comics and Chris Ware sketchbooks, and a clever story, but I never really got into it.
Max Fridman: No Pasaran, Rio de Sangre and Sin Ilusion by Vittorio Giardino
Despite the titles, I read these books in French. It's his trilogy about the Spanish Civil War. Giardino is one of the few masters left of realistic cartooning and his stories aren't bad either, as close as you can get to Graham Green in comics.
Parlez-moi de mort and Le cri du vampire drawn by Jordi Bernet
Okay, I'm a fan of Bernet, but these books are from his later period, and though I can still enjoy his masterful brush strokes, it's not really peak material. The stories are pretty weak as well.
Books given up:
Avenue of Mysteries by John Irving, on page 376
Has Irving lost it? I just couldn't care about his characters, and for the first time I actually gave up one of his novels.
Ulysses by James Joyce, on page 76
I'll get back to this book at some point, I'm sure, but I just needed a break. Page after page of what the fuck is he talking about, with some diamonds in between.
Monday, July 3, 2017
"Perhaps not unexpectedly it’s a tremendously warm book, full of life, the kind of life you see around you every day and quite possibly don’t take enough time to stop and gaze on. On the Camino is the kind of book that makes you want to fill your lungs with air and then exhale slowly, the kind of book to savour and appreciate. It’s also one of those lovely reads you sometimes get from an author you’ve followed and liked that hints at whole new potential vistas to come, the kind of book that will have you excited about the books Jason has yet to write."
It turns out, Bookmunch has reviewed lots of my books:
It turns out, Bookmunch has reviewed lots of my books:
Thursday, June 8, 2017
Thursday, May 25, 2017
Saturday, May 20, 2017
Tuesday, May 9, 2017
Monday, April 10, 2017
1. I like the classic way it's directed. The camera actually stands still once in a while.
2. It has the best and funniest Stan Lee cameo.
3. I like the whole subplot of Kat Jennings and her intern. They're actually likable.
4. The scene where Loki learns that his mother is dead is actually touching.
5. There are some good jokes in the film, like the scene where Thor hangs up his hammer.
6. The insane, big fight scene at the end, going on in the different spheres, is actually fun, visually inventive and not unnecessarily dragged out.
7. It shows Asgard as a place where people actually live, it's not just a shiny backdrop.
8. I like that the villain is an introvert. I can relate!
Saturday, February 18, 2017
Sunday, February 12, 2017
Several good stories. Interestingly, the film Blow-Up has almost nothing to do with the short story.
A Change of Light and Other Stories by Julio Cortazar
One of his later short story collections. Not as good as All Fires the Fire, less Bunuel Twilight Zone, but I especially liked the stories Summer and Second Time Around. Several stories about illness.
Chronopios and Famas by Julio Cortazar
After only a couple of his books, I'm no expert on Cortazar, but it seems like maybe this is him at his most absurd and playful.
A Certain Lucas by Julio Cortazar
Another collection of texts rather than short stories, like C & P, some autobiographical, I would guess.
The Gluyas Williams Gallery
Glorious ligne claire drawings from Williams, especially the full page drawings. Skipped the prose from Robert Benchley
Le tunnel by Ernesto Sabato
I read this in French. Hey, it's only 140 pages. Very funny book, the first half at least, maybe less after that. An Argentine The Stranger.
Looking for the Stranger: Albert Camus and the Life of a Literary Classic by Alice Kaplan
All you ever wanted to know about this book.
Geniuses Together: American Writers in Paris in the 1920s by Humphrey Carpenter
I already knew some of this stuff, especially the Hemingway anecdotes, but Carpenter also writes about the lesser known expatriates, like John Glassco and Kay Boyle.
Bathing the Lion by Jonathan Carroll
Pretty typical from Carroll. Starts normal, then... weird stuff happens
Gus 4: Happy Clem by Christophe Blain
Blain could draw someone reading the phone book for 100 pages and it would be great.
Les voyeurs by Gabrielle Bell
Found this for 3 euros at Gibert Joseph! Bell is always worth reading.
Demon vol. 1 by Jason Shiga
Darkly hilarious. Jason gave me a signed copy of this book in Angoulême.
Books given up:
The Sea Came in at Midnight by Steve Erickson
At page 88. I found the book to be "edgy" to an almost cartoony degree, with death, drugs and sex from page 1. And it starts with a Kierkegaard quote. I guess Nick Cave asked for too much.
If On a Winter's Night a Traveller by Italo Calvino
At page 94. Just lost interest. I might pick it up again later.

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Hailing from Worcester, Mass., pop-punk band Four Year Strong formed in the early-2000s by vocalists and guitarists Dan O'Connor and Alan Day, drummer Jackson Massucco and bass player Joe Weiss. Armed with memorable hooks and strong songwriting chops, Four Year Strong fashioned an assertive and melody-rich amalgamation of pop-punk and hardcore, wasting little time amassing a loyal following and ev
Worcester, Mass., pop-punk boys Four Year Strong are prepping for their new album, ‘In Some Way, Shape, or Form,’ to drop on Nov. 8 via Universal Republic / Decaydance Records. The band just released a new music video for their smash single, ‘Just Drive,’ and you can watch the action-packed footage, below.
Massachusetts-based Four Year Strong are inching towards the release of their fourth album, ‘In Some Way, Shape, or Form,’ on Nov. 8, and they recently hit the road to back the LP with a U.S. tour.
From the building guitar noise in the introduction until the complete punk-pop frenzy of the hooky chorus, Worcester, Mass. act Four Year Strong show a tenacious flare for the dramatic on ‘Just Drive.’ The spunky vignette appears on the band’s upcoming full-length album, ‘In Some Way, Shape, or Form,’ out Nov. 8 on Universal Republic / Decaydance Records.


CONSOLIDATED Foods Ltd. (CFL) recognised 31 team members last Saturday evening, for setting a leading example of the company’s core values and for excellent performance in various training courses.
For the past ten years, the company’s annual recognition ceremony was held as part of its May Day activities. This year, the company decided to try something different, treating the awardees to a special Cocktail Reception and Awards Evening at the Windjammer Landing Villa Beach Resort.
In complimenting the awardees, Managing Director Martin Dorville highlighted the importance of the team as the company’s most important asset, and the driving force of CFL in a rapidly changing environment. He told the team that tiving the company’s values is essential to CFL’s success.
“I am delighted to celebrate with you this evening. Your excellence, commitment and loyalty are displayed in various acts which bring out our values of honesty and integrity, respect, collaboration, growth and continuous improvement, and love and care, and make you CFL ambassadors. I urge you to continue to raise the bar for the benefit of our team, customers, company and the communities that we serve,” Dorville said.
As she applauded the winners, who received plaques, cash and other gifts, Guest Speaker Mrs.TheclaDeterville of Celestial Development acknowledged that “rewards always sweeten labour.” She reminded the team to continue to soar to even greater heights in their performance and character, while remaining responsive to change.
.Team development through training, continues to be a strong area of focus for the retail company. This was evident on Saturday evening, through trophies presented to individual team members and the stores which excelled at training in various retail programmes.
Super J IGA stores at Rodney Heights, La Clery and Sunny Acres received honours as the top three stores who showed high levels of commitment training.


To ask Her Majesty’s Government whether, in the light of the Law Commission’s Report Intestacy and Family Provision Claims on Death, they intend to review inheritance tax law.
My Lords, there are no plans to review inheritance tax law in the light of the Law Commission’s report. The first £325,000 of every estate is exempt from inheritance tax. Inheritance tax is not usually paid on transfers of assets between spouses or civil partners. Only 3 per cent of estates are expected to have an inheritance tax liability in 2010-11.
The Answer does not surprise me but does disappoint me. Perhaps we do not need to look as far as the whole inheritance tax law situation. My concern is about people who live together long-term as carers or sisters—there is the famous case of the Burden sisters—and yet on the death of one, they are often forced to sell their home. Would it not be possible, even for the Chancellor in his Budget, to agree that under such circumstances there should be no obligation to sell the family home? To make people homeless at the present time, when things are pretty desperate for many people, would perhaps cost the Treasury more in the social benefits that they will require than exempting the home in which they have lived for so many years.
My Lords, it would be nice to come to the House bearing gifts in answer to the final Question before the Christmas Recess. However, I think noble Lords would be surprised if a Treasury Minister, of all people, came here to give some good news on this or much else. I say to my noble friend that I hear—
If we want good news, the borrowing figures announced today for November are ahead of market expectations. I can bring good news, but not gifts. Seriously, I hear very loudly what my noble friend says. Indeed, the Law Commission report, which has just come out and to which the Government will reply within 12 months, addresses the question of co-habitants. I see that the report at paragraph 8.52, which my noble friend may have seen, notes that concerns were raised about the use of the word “couple” in our provisional proposal in that it was too broad and ambiguous a term and might not be sufficiently precise to exclude, as we intended, those who share a home but do not have an intimate relationship. Indeed, this is not an area that is covered in the Law Commission’s work.
My Lords, does the Minister not accept that an inheritance can completely undermine incentives in recipient generations? Is that not an argument for increasing the take from inheritance taxes?
My Lords, the Government keep all tax matters under review, but we have no plans, as I have said, to change the law on inheritance tax.
Although there is to be no review, in the old days I simply signed a piece of paper and gave it to my son to give him power of attorney but now I am told that I have to do it through a lawyer, which will cost me a lot of money. Is that relevant to the review that has just taken place?
My Lords, I do not believe it is relevant to this review, but my noble friend Lord McNally is sitting alongside me and is no doubt listening very hard to the point that my noble friend makes.
My Lords, the Minister said that it will take up to six months for the Government to reply to the Law Commission’s report. Why should it be necessary to take so much time? As the noble Lord knows only too well from recent events, there is a new procedure for getting Law Commission reports through this House if legislation is required. Will not the Government’s delay make that so much more difficult?
My Lords, I understand that there is a protocol between the Government and the Law Commission that says that the Government have up to 12 months to give a provisional response to a Law Commission report.
The proposals in the Law Commission report, which is the subject of my noble friend’s Question, relate to intestacy, the most difficult period in people’s lives. In those circumstances, may I urge on the Minister and his colleagues to move more quickly than 12 months as this is a very technical and straightforward matter, not just in terms of giving a response, but also in terms of putting pressure on the Government collectively to legislate on this matter in the next Session?
My Lords, I hear clearly what my noble friend says and I am sure that the Ministry of Justice will want to move faster, but I am just giving what the backstop date is.
I think that everyone is in agreement that the structure of inheritance tax at the moment is unsatisfactory, as illustrated by the data that the Minister presented in his Answer. It has stimulated a large avoidance industry and it contains perverse incentives. In the spirit of the season, may I offer the Minister the gift of a constructive proposal? We should cease to levy inheritance tax on estates and instead should levy it on recipients. That would significantly reduce avoidance and would incentivise the wider distribution of wealth.
My Lords, as I said, we have no plans to review the law, but we are always interested in constructive suggestions, wherever they come from.
My Lords, perhaps I may rely on noble Lords' generosity at Christmas and dare ask what the latest position is with the proposal from Brussels to harmonise inheritance tax across the whole European Union. Does that prospect not make this debate somewhat superfluous, and what will the position be under the proposal? Will there be majority voting or will we be able to veto it if we do not like it?
My Lords, tax proposals from the European Commission require unanimity.


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CT: ISLAMIC COALITION SEEKING INVESTIGATION
Four groups are seeking an investigation into policies and attitudes directed toward Muslims and other minorities in the state’s prison system.
The groups have drafted a letter to Commissioner of Correction Theresa Lantz and said they are looking for more organizations, Muslim and non-Muslim, to sign on before they send it next week.
The action follows The Day’s report Saturday that a photograph of Bilal Ansari, the Muslim chaplain, or imam, at J.B. Gates Correctional Institution in Niantic, was defaced with Wite-Out and written over with a racial epithet last month.
The photograph was in the chaplain’s locked office, Department of Correction spokesman Brian Garnett said Tuesday. He said the department has referred the matter to state police for a criminal investigation.
Abdullah T. Antepli, coordinator of Islamic Chaplaincy & Interfaith Relations for the Hartford Seminary, said the Connecticut Chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations, the Muslim Coalition of Connecticut, the Berlin Mosque and the Harmony Foundation represent more than a dozen Islamic organizations.
“This is just the tip of the iceberg on this racial issue,” Antepli said. “This is not an individual unique incident. This is systemic.”
Garnett said he would not comment on a letter the commissioner had yet to receive.
According to documents obtained by The Day, at least four of 18 Muslim chaplains working within the Department of Correction have alleged racial and religious discrimination. Three have filed, or are in the process of filing, complaints with the state Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities.
A total of 68 chaplains serve all denominations in the prison system, according to the department.
“Bilal’s case is not unique, not individual at all. We have had people say to them, ‘Oh, I hope you are not going to bomb us today.’ Or, ‘How is Osama Bin Laden?’ As if they are buddies. They are subjected to constant humiliation,” Antepli said.
As drafted, the letter also asks for diversity training in concert with the Islamic organizations in order to “avoid litigation.”
“It seems that this discrimination comes from fellow staff and upper management and is tolerated, perhaps even propagated, on every level,” the letter states.


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Virginia's Ninth Congressional District is located in Southwest Virginia
Source: US Geological Survey (USGS), National Atlas
Southwestern Virginia has been represented in the US Congress since 1789. The district boundaries have been revised every 10 years after completion of the census, and at some other times as well.
Initially, the region was part of the Third District. After Kentucky became a separate state in 1792, the region was part of the Fourth District. The designation of southwestern Virginia as the Ninth District has been consistent since Virginia was re-admitted to the Union in 1870, with the exception of 1933-35. Virginia eliminated district boundaries in the 1932 election and elected all nine members to the US House of Representatives "at large" for the 73rd Congress.1
in 1789, what is now southwestern Virginia was in the Third Congressional District
Source: Mapping Early American Elections, 1st Congress: Virginia 1789
in 1793, Kentucky was an independent state and what is now southwestern Virginia was in the Fourth Congressional District
Source: Mapping Early American Elections, 3rd Congress: Virginia 1793
The Ninth District elected Democrats to the US House of Representatives between 1872-1880. In 1879, the Readjusters built a coalition in the General Assembly to support funding of schools by readjusting the payment schedule for pre-Civil War debt, knowing that some of the state funding would finance schools for blacks as well as whites. Southwestern Virginia elected Rep. Abram Fulkerson, a Readjuster, in 1880.
The Blue Ridge was a barrier that isolated Southwest Virginia from eastern Virginia until completion of the Virginia and Tennessee Railroad to Bristol in 1856, and large-scale agriculture based on slavery was less common. The residents in the southwest were less interested in establishing segregation as public policy if the whites would also be punished by prioritizing debt repayment over schools. The voters already felt the General Assembly failed to provide southwest Virginia with its fair share of taxpayer-financed transportation infrastructure and other public services, though it did not secede and join West Virginia in 1863.
The small number of black residents in southwestern Virginia meant that nearly all state-funded school benefits would flow to the white community, so partnering with the Readjusters was politically feasible for Rep. Abram Fulkerson.
in part because southwestern Virginia had fewer slaves, it did not vote reliably Democratic as part of the Solid South after Reconstruction
Source: Library of Congress, Map of Virginia: showing the distribution of its slave population from the census of 1860
The Readjuster movement faded after 1883, but in the southwestern corner of the state the voters did not become reliable straight-ticket Democratic voters. They were more willing to support Republicans, especially for Federal office, and elections were hotly contested. Voter fraud was not uncommon, and the Ninth Congressional District became known as the "Fighting Ninth."
When Rep. Abram Fulkerson chose not to run after one term, in 1882 the district elected another Readjuster, Henry Bowen. Rep. Bowen was defeated by a Democrat in 1884, but won re-election in 1886 as a Republican. Rep. Bowen was defeated again by a Democrat in the 1888 election, flipping the district again.
The Republican, John Alexander Buchanan, retired after serving four years. He was replaced by a Democrat, James William Marshall.
The Ninth District elected a Republican again in 1892. James Alexander Walker had been elected Lieutenant Governor of Virginia in 1877 as a Democrat, but in 1893 he switched to the Republican Party before being elected in 1894 and 1896 to represent the Ninth District in the US House of Representatives.
His replacement also served two terms. William Francis Rhea was elected as a Democrat in 1898 and 1900, but Campell Slemp won the 1902 election. 2
In 1902, Campbell Slemp was elected as the congressional district's US representative. Slemp was a Republican, so the Ninth District clearly was not part of the "solid South" electing Democratic officials who promised to maintain segregation. In 1902, while a state convention was modifying Virginia's constitution to exclude blacks from voting and ensure the long-term dominance of the Democratic Party, the Ninth District was electing Republicans.
After Rep. Slemp died in office, his son C. Bascomb Slemp was elected in 1907 as his replacement. He was re-elected to serve seven full terms. Rep. C. Bascomb Slemp chose not to run in 1922, and served instead as secretary to President Calvin Coolidge from 1923-1925. "Secretary" at that time was comparable to "chief of staff" in the White House today.
Democrats argued that Republicans won in Southwestern Virginia because they cheated regularly. The claim was that Republican operatives would collect absentee ballots in the Ninth District, using bribery to get voters to mark ballots as directed and a "black satchel" to gather the votes. Dishonest methods were used to record absentee votes, while county officials who belonged to the Republican Party were complicit in voter fraud. Republicans argued that electoral boards were controlled by Democrats, and cheated just as much as Republicans.3
Slemp's replacement was a Democrat, George Campbell Peery. He retired after three terms in 1928. The Ninth District replace Rep. Peery with a Republican for one term, then flipped again in 1930 and elected Democrat John W. Flannagan Jr. He served nine terms until retiring in 1948. Another Democrat, Thomas Bacon Fugate, was elected for the next two terms.4
In 1952, a Republican, William Creed Wampler, was elected to the US Congress to represent the Ninth District. Two years later, he was defeated in an election he claimed was stolen by voter fraud. Rep. William Pat Jennings represented the Ninth District until 1966, when William Wampler finally defeated him.
In 1982, Rep. William Wampler was defeated by Democrat Frederick C. Boucher. It was another election where the losers claimed fraud, citing voting irregularities with absentee ballots, tampering with voting machines, vote buying and intimidation.
The 1981 election of a Democratic governor, "Chuck" Robb, had altered the composition of the local electoral boards. For the previous 12 years when Republicans had served as governor, each local board had been composed of two Republicans and one Democrat. In 1982, the ratio was reversed. The voting process was controlled by two Democrats and one Republican. Undetected voting fraud by the Republicans would have been more likely since 1969, but similar fraud by the Democrats would have become easier in 1981.
In 1980, the US House of Representatives had investigated claims by Democrats that Boucher's close defeat that year was due to voter fraud. In 1982 a spokesperson for the Republican National Committee still claimed the local electoral boards in the Ninth District had run honest elections for a dozen years, saying:5
Rep. Boucher served until 2010. He was defeated in a "wave" election during the middle of President Obama's first term by Morgan Griffith, who had been the first Republican Majority Leader in the Virginia House of Delegates. Since then, the Ninth District has voted reliably for Republicans in local, state, and national elections.6
in 2018, Rep. Morgan Griffith had offices in Big Stone Gap, Abingdon, and Christiansburg
Source: Representative Morgan Griffith, Interactive Google Map
the demographics of the Ninth District are a factor in its shift to "Reliably Republican" today
Source: Bureau of Census, Census Data Mapper
In the 2021 redistricting process, the Democrats on the Virginia Redistrictin Commission bargained with the Republicans,and each side ddrew the boundaries for three districts where elections were not competitive. Democrats drew boundaries for the 8th, 10th and 11th Congressional districts in Northern Virginia, which everyone predicted would elect Democratic candidates. Republicans drew boundaries for the 5th, 6th, and 9th districts, three reliably-Republican areas.
Population changes between 2010-2020 left the Ninth District needing to add 90,000 people to meet the one person-one vote standard; district boundaries had to be expanded. The major choices were to expand eastward along the North Carolina border, or to grow northeastward towards Roanoke and keep the district west of the Blue Ridge.
The Republican proposal was to incorporate Roanoke and much of Roanoke County into the Ninth District. The map moved Martinsville and part of Henry County out of the Ninth District and into the Southside-based 5th District, but proposed to retain the 17,608 people in Patrick County. Patrick County was contiguous, but would be the only jurisdiction east of the Blue Ridge in the Ninth District.7
Republican map drawers proposed expanding the Ninth District to the northeast, but gerrymandered a corner of Roanoke County to be in the Sixth District (yellow)
Source: Virginia Redistricting Commission, VA Congressional House (Plan 364)
one citizen-submitted redistricting proposal expanded the Ninth District far to the east (and renamed it the Eighth District)
Source: Virginia Redistricting Commission, VA Congressional House (Plan 375)

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Speculating on the rumors surrounding pro wrestling is a favored pastime of many fans, perhaps second only to actually watching the matches. In this daily column, we take a look at the latest rumors being churned out by the pro wrestling rumor mill.
Important reminder: Rumors are just that -- rumors. None of this has been confirmed as legitimate news or fact, it's just circulating around the pro wrestling rumor mill. Remember, take it all with a grain of salt.
Rumors for the Day:
- The Rock is apparently not currently scheduled for SummerSlam but plans could always change.
- On his message board, Dave Meltzer wrote that there was no big confrontation at the Roddy Piper funeral between Triple H and Chyna. "As Paul was leaving she did come up and say she was sorry. That was the extent of it." So take that as you will.
- According to PW Insider, Kevin Nash will be in town for WWE commitments during SummerSlam weekend, though it's unclear exactly what they will be.
- The latest Wrestling Observer Newsletter notes that part of the reason the Divas tag match on SmackDown last week that had a botched finish wasn't restarted could be due to the fact that Vince McMahon and Triple H weren't there and no one else would likely order a redo.
- The latest on Lucha Underground is that a second season is still thought to be coming but it's likely going to be scaled down due to financing.
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Culinary academy Ng founder, chef and author Chef Tiyan Alile, will be having a cook off based on her cookbook titled “Tale in a pie ” wondering how you could be a part of it.
from @tiyanalile – Dear Foodies,
Get your aprons ready! The ultimate cook off is coming your way. On the 1st of September, 2018, Chef Tiyan, author of “Tale in a Pie”, is having a cook off based on her book. This steaming competition is themed: “Tale in a Pie Cook Off” and we would love for you to be a part of it. For a chance to participate in the cook off, follow the instructions below:
1. Must have a copy of “Tale in a Pie”
2. Cook a recipe from “Tale in a pie”, take a picture of the food along with the book and post it on Instagram.
3. Must follow all three pages @culinaryacademyng, @tiyanalile and @tarragonlagos and tag them in your pictures.
4. Use the hashtag #taleinapie Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the main competition. Winner Takes home N50,000 and gets to have dinner with Chef Tiyan at Tarragon.
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Jackson Wang opens up to Eric Nam about isolation, drinking until ‘I couldn’t breathe’
GOT7’s Jackson Wang recently opened up to American singer Eric Nam in a new interview.
During episode 5 of the “Daebak Show” Season 2, Nam, 34, asked Wang, 28, several serious questions.
Wang then said, “I wish I have more time to prep for everything.” He also expressed that he wishes that he could “see who is really there for me… talking about the people around me.”
Later in the interview, Wang opened up about feeling lonely. The “Blow” singer admitted that he felt happy during the interview but knew he would eventually feel lonely after returning home.
To avoid feeling lonely, Wang shared that he always leaves a light on in his living room regardless of how long he will be out, explaining, “because when I get home, I always feel like someone’s waiting for me” and “that light is waiting for me.”
“Outside, everyone is relying on me – my team or whatever – like, I have to make things move,” he continued. “Like, who am I relying on? I get home, I look at that light, and I feel like, ‘At least you are welcoming me.’”
As an artist, Nam noted that he could relate Wang’s words, telling the GOT7 star, “As big as careers or concerts or festivals or whatever can look… at the end of the day, it’s one person… and we’re holding it up for ourselves as hard as we can.”
Elsewhere in the interview, Wang opened up about issues with his mental health that lasted for around a year to a year and a half. The “Cruel” singer noted that he felt lost after being in the industry for around eight to nine years and thought that “everything felt the same.”
“I was home, I was drinking by myself every day to a time that I couldn’t breathe,” Wang recounted. “And I just tell my team… ‘Just stop talking to me.'”
Wang explained he was used to rushing things when producing his music or when performing, but for the first time in his career, he decided to finally take his time.
“Let me take this time outside from this loop, and let me try to meet myself for the first time,” Wang told Nam. “I cut all my relationships with other people, like, just by myself — drinking, writing, thinking, just creating.”
He eventually got out of it after he opened up to his producer and stylist, telling Nam, “[At the time] I feel like, ‘Why am I blocking all this my whole life? Why am I trying to seek for solutions myself, and why am I afraid… to say I’m not okay?’”
Wang also noted that he realized that he “started with nothing” and was no longer “afraid to lose everything.”
“At least every single day I want to live like me,” he said. “Be honest to myself, be honest to the audience… Just as simple as that, but that just changed me in some way.”
The Hong Kong-born K-pop star made headlines in September for cutting off his livestream while promoting his new album “MAGIC MAN” after learning that his fans gave him virtual gift stickers paid for with real money.
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