THE END OF APRIL marks the beginning of watermelon harvest season in Central Florida, and for growers like Andy McDonald, it’s especially sweet. That’s because McDonald double crops, planting the watermelon seedlings in his Plant City strawberry fields.
McDonald takes advantage of any lull in strawberry picking in early February to place the plants into every third row. “If we waited, it would be too late to plant the watermelons,” he explains.
McDonald also saves on fertilizer and water by double cropping on 500 acres at Sweet Life Farms. “We utilize the plastic and drip tape that we already have for the strawberries,” he says. “The strawberries are dominating the nutrient uptake until we bring the strawberries off.”
When the strawberry harvest is over, the plants are chopped to make way for the watermelons. Crowding saves even more water and fertilizer while allowing the plants to grow laterally. Though there are challenges, growing watermelons is “a lot easier” than growing strawberries, according to McDonald.
Florida is a good place to be if you want to grow watermelons. Steve Nichols, manager of the Lakeland-based Global Produce Sales, says that is because the season starts here for U.S. growers. “Watermelon production sort of moves up the country as it becomes spring,” he says. “It moves up as the temperatures heat up.”
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, Florida harvests watermelons year round, but it is the only source of watermelons in the United States between December and April. The majority of its watermelons are picked from May to July.
Florida exported more fresh watermelons than any other state in 2014, accounting for one-third of U.S. exports. According to U.S. Census trade data, it exported $41.36 million in watermelons, an increase of more than four percent over 2013. The higher rate is attributed to its growing season, which falls outside of the traditional mid-summer season for northern states.
Among the challenges of growing watermelons in Central Florida, is, ironically, too much water. “We need fairly dry weather for the best melons,” Nichols states. While growers can compensate for too little moisture, there’s no way to compensate for too much rain. “If you get too much rain that’s one of the worst things that can happen to you,” he observes. “Even though they’re called watermelons, you don’t need too much.”
Watermelons are 92 percent water, but too much water during the growing season actually affects the taste. As a result, growers want their crops picked by June when it gets hot and wet, Nichols points out.
Global Produce Sales markets watermelons primarily to chain stores and wholesalers in the eastern part of the United States. But the company also ships to Puerto Rico and Canada. In addition to marketing watermelons for Sweet Life Farms, it oversees approximately 900 acres of watermelons on the western shores of Lake Okeechobee at Moore Haven.
Like other growers, Nichols enjoys watching the watermelon plants grow and develop fruit. “Producing something, that is the exciting thing,” he states. A third-generation watermelon entrepreneur, Nichols says growers face challenges like finding pickers and combating disease.
However, there’s a lot of positive news about watermelons. Not only is watermelon a great source of lycopene, it also provides several important vitamins: A, B6, C, and potassium. “Watermelon is a terrific choice for blood flow, blood pressure, and heart health,” says Stephanie Barlow, senior director of communications for the Winter Springs-based National Watermelon Promotion Board. Watermelon research has shown positive benefits in a variety of published studies available here: watermelon.org/IndustryMembers/Watermelon-Research
Traditionally known as picnic food for the Fourth of July, it’s a popular choice any time because large melons can serve several people. It’s also available in seedless, seeded, and mini varieties. Consumption has increased with the development of seedless varieties, which are more convenient, sweeter, and have a longer shelf life, the USDA reports. Notably, seedless varieties must be interplanted with seeded watermelons to pollinate.
According to the National Watermelon Promotion Board, the United States is the fifth largest producer of watermelons worldwide. Florida is a top producer, along with Texas, California, Georgia, and Arizona.
While watermelons and strawberries combine well in the field, some of the watermelon’s relatives also pair well with strawberry crops, McDonald says. Which ones? Canteloupes, squash, and cucumbers.
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Posted April 15, 2016


I heard the quote which comprises the title of this post on the April 24, 2012 Tuesday’s at APA (Chicago) podcast. All I can say is bravo, bravo! I could not agree more.
Some communities pride themselves on their aesthetic appearance and visual ambiance. This is particularly important in commercial areas and in office/light industrial developments. Oceans of bleak asphalt, myriads of signs, and numerous curb cuts are the complete antithesis of good planning and appealing aesthetics.
Despite the obvious visual, aesthetic, environmental benefits associated with quality landscaping, far too many realtors, builders, developers, sign companies, and property owners routinely attempt circumvent adopted landscaping requirements or worse yet – some go as far as defoliating their site incrementally in hopes that they won’t get caught. They never seem to quite grasp the fact that aesthetically pleasing locations draw people and provide a reason for them to stay longer – an economic development tool if I ever heard one. Personally, I prefer a well landscaped retail site or office park where I can park my car or bicycle in the shade during warm weather.
Here are two tidbits from the Local Government Commission and USDA on how trees can be beneficial to business:
“University of Washington studies found that consumers will shop more often and longer in downtown business districts with street trees and other landscaping than in districts without; and they are willing to pay more for parking and up to 11% more for good and services.”
“And each tree returns an average of $65 in energy savings, cleaner air, better managed stormwater, extended life of streets (shaded streets require resurfacing less often), and higher property values.”
In one of the more questionable rationales I have ever heard for removing required trees once came from a commercial property owner who asked if they could remove some of the trees from their shopping center so tenants at the rear of the complex could be seen better from the adjoining road. Within the same conversation this property owner also inquired about building a freestanding restaurant along the same street frontage. The first question that came to mind was, “how is that going to improve visibility for your tenants?” It certainly cannot be easier to see them through a whole new building compared to trees.
Let’s not kid ourselves. In the overall scheme of things, a well run business, particularly with a good quality product, will draw customers to its doorstep. Giant rotating marquees, two dozen signs, and all the parking in the world are not going to save a poorly run business or one with a weak product line. However, a nicely landscaped business site or better yet, an entire community that supports beautiful landscaping, can be a significant economic development tool that draws more customers and encourages them to stay longer and spend more. Sounds like a win-win-win situation to me.


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Cataract/Anterior Segment, New Technology & Instruments
In this 1-Minute Video, Dr. Mark Vital performs precision pulse capsulotomy during cataract surgery in a patient with a failed penetrating keratoplasty (PK) for keratoconus. Precision pulse technology allows for extremely rapid and strong capsulotomies that are useful in both routine and complex cataract surgery. Dr. Vital demonstrates how this technology allows for safe and reproducible capsulotomies in an open-sky triple procedure.
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Monday, July 25, 2011
Good Mojo Monday Morning!
Good Monday morning friends! Sun is out, humidity is down and we were blessed by a wonderful rain last PM...I'm off today...I have some extra stamping time...woo-hoo! I love Stephanie Kraft's Mojo Monday sketch and went with a 4 1/4" square card this time. It's no secret I'm a big fan of Verve stamps and this card uses stamps from FOUR different sets! How cool is that to be able to custom design a card from so many sets?! A sweet couple from church has a 50th wedding anniversary and I plan to give this to them with a gift card tucked inside. I sponged the edges with Antique Linen distress ink, except for the Purely Pomegranate ink sponged on the flower petals. The paper is a bargain find at TJ Maxx - $1.99 for K&Co's Mega Tag pad! Another woo-hoo!
So here's my long enabler's list:
STAMPS: Hope Blooms (flowers), Kindred Spirits (oval fleur de lis frame), Blue Skies (notebook page & flourish), Love Notes (sentiment) - all by Verve.
PAPER: Vintage Cream, New Leaf, Mega Tag pad (K&Co).
INK: Versafine Onyx Black, Purely Pomegranate, Antique Linen distress ink (Tim Holtz).
ACCESSORIES: Brads, Silver pearls, Satin ribbon, PTI mini tag die, MS fern punch, Oval Nestie, Sponge, Crystal Effects.

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The Importance of Finding the right nail colors for dark skin tones
Hey there, beauty enthusiasts! Are you thinking “Girl, I need to get my nails done” but you just don’t have the time to think of what is the right shade for your skin tone? The bright ones are just too pop! And the dull ones feel too sad to look at. Come closer! We’re here to take your worry away and unravel the secrets of finding the perfect nail colors for dark skin tones. So get ready to embark on a colorful adventure with us!
Choosing the right nail polish for your skin tone
When it comes to choosing nail polish, one size does not fit all. It's all about selecting a color that harmonizes with your unique skin tone. Whether you have fair, medium, olive, or dark skin tones, understanding the nuances of your complexion is essential. Factors such as your specific shade and undertones play a significant role in determining which nail polish shades will enhance your natural beauty. You can unlock a world of stunning possibilities by embracing what's true to you. So, get ready to sparkle and shine as we explore why nailing that perfect polish is as important as finding the perfect pair of shoes!
Understanding the range of dark skin tones
To choose the perfect nail colors for dark skin, it's crucial to understand the diverse range of dark skin tones. Now, don’t be scared, all you need to do is understand the undertones. The depth, and darkness of tones are important to consider for your individual characteristics. There are 4 types of undertones:
- Warm undertones: Warm undertones slay in rich jewel tones like vibrant oranges and warm reds, earthy browns, and yes, even browns and pinks!
- Cool undertones: Cooler tones shine in vibrant purples, royal blues, and icy metallics
- Neutral undertones: Neutral undertones can be complemented by rich jewel tones like emerald green or deep plum.
- Olive undertones: Olive undertones work well with a wide range of colors, including shades like burgundy or vibrant pink and blue.
Embrace your unique melanin magic and confidently explore the world of dazzling nail colors that await you!
3 Nail Paints From Lovechild
1. Sundar (Brick Brown)
This adventurous and breathable Brick Brown Glossy Nail Polish has a personality as captivating as its name. With each brush stroke, it transformed ordinary nails into works of art, radiating a warm and earthy charm. Sundar is the shade of brown that compliments the richness of dark skin, adding an irresistible touch of sophistication.
2. Sitara (Light Grey)Melodies from the 90s fill the air, and now your nails can groove to the rhythm too with Sitara! This breathable light grey glossy nail enamel takes you on a nostalgic journey, capturing the essence of the 90s era. Wonder why is Sitara perfect for dark skin? Being the color Grey, this nail enamel provides versatility and goes with any of your outfits.
3. Khubsurat (Lilac)
This enchanting shade is a lilac dream, with a glossy finish that made nails shine. But what makes Khubsurat truly magical is its finish and breathability. Khubsurat is not just any shade; it is a match made in heaven for nail colors for dark dusky skin! Its lilac charm is sure to complement the richness of dark skin, and gives an effect, that's both subtle and feminine.
Save this as your go-to color and let your nails shine with undeniable beauty!
We hope this colorful adventure of discovering the perfect nails for you dark skin tones has left you feeling inspired and excited to embark your own journey of expression. Our 3 shades Sundar, Sitara and Khubsurat are bound to captivate hearts of your admirers.
Let your nails shine with Lovechild and be the conversation starters that they are meant to be!

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WHEN you see the abandoned construction site, it’s not hard to marvel at what might have been. We floated around a bend in the river in our raft and there it was: two colossal man-made banks below scarred slopes, stranded bulldozers and cement hoppers.
These are the abandoned remains of the Kalivaç dam project on the Vjosa River in Albania, which has been dubbed “Europe’s last wild river”. If the developers had had their way, this would now be the site of a 43 meter high hydroelectric dam with a large reservoir behind it. Instead, in March, the The Albanian government declared the entirety of Vjosa and many of its tributaries a wild river national park, the first (and probably the last) of its kind in Europe, spared in perpetuity from a fate that has befallen many of the rivers in this part of the world.
The Vjosa is special because it flows completely freely. Apart from the remains of the Kalivaç project, there are no dams, barriers or artificial slopes. Now it will stay that way. Mostly.
Dams generate hydroelectric power, but they are disastrous for biodiversity and other crucial ecological gifts that rivers bestow on us. So saving Vjosa is a great victory for nature, including the critically endangered Balkan lynx and European eel, and an inspiration for other river conservation projects. It’s also rare good news in the context of the shocking state of many of the world’s rivers. But the battle for…

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Beverly Hills Wellness and Aesthetics: The Best Clinic in London 2023
Looking for the best clinic in London? Beverly Hills Wellness and Aesthetics hails from the cosmetic capital of the world – Beverly Hills, USA. We’ve landed in the UK and already established ourselves as the best skin clinic in London. We offer only the best dermal fillers, anti-wrinkle injections and advanced aesthetics as well as the latest in cosmetic surgery, medical treatments and plastic surgery procedures, using our global expertise to bring innovative and cutting-edge face and body treatments to the capital. We’ve brought with us our famous luxury IV drips and vitamin therapy too so you can look and feel your best from the inside, out.
Beverly Hills Wellness and Aesthetics launches in London.
We are proud to announce the launch of Beverly Hills Wellness and Aesthetics in Beyond Medispa at Harvey Nichols, Knightsbridge, London. Situated on the fourth floor, we will be offering aesthetic treatments, alongside IV drips and vitamin therapies for overall wellness.
Wellness Clinic London
We offer a comprehensive menu of IV drips and vitamin boosters selected by our team of specialist doctors. The formulas are customised to help support optimal health and wellness. We have specialised treatments for women’s wellness as well as wellness treatments tailored to men.
Aesthetics Clinic London
Our leading aesthetics clinic in London offers a wide variety of specialist consultations and non-invasive cosmetic and laser treatments. We provide face and body treatments to the highest standard by our team of doctors who work with each client individually for bespoke and natural-looking results.


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Last year five Virginia college students died in alcohol-related incidents. Public concern that alcohol abuse was out of control on campuses led to the appointment of a statewide task, which has now issued a long list of recommendations for change. It has also brought into the discussion several national fraternities. Officials of six of those organizations have pledged to recommend the fraternities ban alcohol on their premises, although the outcome of national votes on the issue is certainly in doubt.
One obvious flaw the task force uncovered needs to be addressed immediately, but it may require Congressional action. Under the 1975 privacy law, colleges cannot tell parents about drinking violations if their children are 18 or older. Advocates of the statue quo argue that these students are adults and deserve their privacy.
But the truth is that in most cases the parents are still financially and emotionally responsible for their children who, without question, need help. Hiding the problem from parents hundreds of miles away doesn't address the overall alcohol problem nor the individual's drinking problem. Attorney General Mark Earley said that if the problem can't be corrected in Virginia, he will ask the state's Congressional delegation to amend the law.
There is a fine line of practicality that should be observed in all of these efforts. Virginia allows people over 21 to purchase alcoholic beverages, and they are going to find opportunities to drink. Efforts to ban all drinking will be futile.
But lives can be saved if students can be taught to drink legally and in moderation and to avoid driving when they have been drinking.
Published correction ran Tuesday, July 7, 1998.An editorial in Monday's paper, "College and alcohol," incorrectly reported that the legal age for purchase of alcoholic beverages in Virginia is 18. It is 21. (The text of this article has been changed to reflect the correction)

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This kind of hybrid format is not new for writer Jonathan Hickman, who created a range of provocative and interesting miniseries before becoming one of Marvel's key superhero writers. Here he presents a story about a global economy run from behind the scenes by all-powerful supernatural and magical forces. There is a power struggle within the echelons of power, and at the same time a half-believing homicide detective is trying to work his way behind the scenes to understand what the hell makes the world tick.
Tomm Coker uses a very realistic, photo-referenced art style to great effect in this book, making it feel distinctly film-like and sophisticated. Colourist Jordie Bellaire gives it all a gloomy, limited palette that beautifully ups the tension throughout.
Each issue is longer than your average comic book, using its extra space to expand the world, illuminate background detail and character, and sometimes simply give the narrative extra room to develop the strongest possible impact. I never realised that financial horror could be a genre. In the hands of the Black Monday Murders team, it's a great one. (4/5)
The Black Monday Murders #6. Image. Written by Jonathan Hickman. Art by Tomm Coker. Colours by Jordie Bellaire.
Under the cut: reviews of Batwoman, Green Arrow, Head Lopper and Superman.
DC Comics. Written by Marguerite Bennett and James Tynion IV. Art by Steve Epting. Colours by Jeremy Cox.Batwoman's first story arc concludes here, as Kate takes on Tahani and races to save the island of Coryana from being devastated in a bombing. It is all weirdly unsatisfactory in a manner that is difficult to fully describe. Technically it is competently written. Steve Epting's art and Jeremy Cox's colours are both effective. Despite this there is just an overwhelming sense of being 'good enough' rather than particularly good or gripping. DC and Marvel always publish more superhero books than they need to; this really feels like one of the extraneous ones. It is relatively entertaining, but hugely unnecessary and not particularly original. (2/5)
DC Comics. Written by Benjamin Percy. Art and colours by Otto Schmidt.Seattle is to be rebuilt as Star City. Oliver Queen has revealed himself to the public, and been immediately arrested on a trumped-up murder charge. When it becomes clear that the same criminal cabal that destroyed Seattle has plans for the rest of the country, Queen skips bail to chase across the USA on a quest to save it. The first 25 issues of Green Arrow (including the Rebirth issue) pretty much told one rolling story, and this extra-length issue kicks it off into a fresh direction. It is really satisfying to see DC Comics take on this sort of long-form storytelling again: heavily serialised, with expanded supporting casts and a story that gets more satisfying the more invested in it its readers become. This issue is pretty great stuff, and I'm keen to see where Oliver's journey takes him. (4/5)
Image. Story and art by Andrew MacLean. Colours by Jordie Bellaire.You just need to look at the contrast between Head Lopper and The Black Monday Murders to see why Jordie Bellaire is such an in-demand colourist. She has a great visual eye and always picks the best palette for any given project. Her work here is striking and boldly contrasted from scene to scene, and creates a very strong classic effect. The story itself is beautifully stripped-back heroic fantasy: MacLean's script and artwork give the story what it needs rather than any extraneous detail or character. It is, in effect, the best Conan comic not actually adapted from Robert E. Howard. There is so much power and impact in the most simple of visual images, and a wonderful Lewis Trondheim-esque aesthetic. (5/5)
DC Comics. Written by Patrick Gleason and Peter J. Tomasi. Art by Doug Mahnke, Patrick Gleason, Jaime Mendoza, Mick Gray, Joe Prado, Ray McCarthy, Scott Hanna and Matt Santorelli. Colours by Wil Quintana and John Kalisz.A shipping delay on the former led me to read both issues #24 and #25 at the same time, one after the other. The disgraced former superhero Manchester Black has returned, having secretly established himself under Superman's nose in his new home town of Hamilton. Using his mind-controlling powers, he has not only super-charged Jonathan's developing powers, but made him an ally as well. This is well written and nicely illustrated - although the number of inkers on issue #25 suggests a bit of a 'last-minute special' - but I simply don't like Black as a character. He feels like an awful sort of early 2000s commentary on mature-readers characters that feels much too out of place for the tone established in this book over the past year. Fans of the character will probably have a lot more fun, although even they might struggle with the conclusion in issue #25. It comes across as just a bit too silly for words. (3/5 (both issues))

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In a dynamic world where technology is constantly evolving, motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends are rapidly shifting to accommodate the changing demands of consumers and businesses alike. This industry is characterized by fierce competition and swift advancements. To remain competitive, manufacturers must remain attuned to these trends and proactively implement changes.
The Emerging Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Trends
Motor vehicle parts manufacturing is undergoing a transformation, catalyzed by digitalization and innovative technologies. Key trends include the advent of smart factories, the increasing importance of sustainability, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as AI and machine learning.
- Smart Factories: This is an emerging trend that leverages digitalization to enhance operational efficiency and productivity in car parts manufacturing. Smart factories are characterized by their seamless integration of cyber-physical systems, leading to improved efficiency, decreased waste, and lower operational costs.
- Sustainability: As environmental concerns come to the forefront, motor vehicle parts manufacturers are working towards more sustainable solutions. This includes reducing waste, using eco-friendly materials, and improving energy efficiency.
- AI and Machine Learning: Incorporating these advanced technologies allows motor vehicle parts manufacturers to optimize their supply chain processes, enhance product quality, and better predict market trends.
How Digitalization is Optimizing the Supply Chain
One of the prominent motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends is the digitalization of the supply chain. This process entails the use of digital technologies to improve and streamline the entire supply chain from raw material procurement to customer delivery.
Brake manufacturers, for instance, use digital technologies to monitor the entire production process, enabling them to anticipate potential issues and mitigate them before they become major problems. Backup camera companies, on the other hand, are leveraging digitalization to enhance product quality and safety, while also improving their manufacturing processes.
The Role of Innovative Technologies
Innovative technologies like IoT (Internet of Things), AI, machine learning, and blockchain are proving instrumental in driving motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends.
For example, bumper manufacturing companies are incorporating IoT devices to monitor machine performance, track inventory levels, and optimize their production processes. AI and machine learning, meanwhile, are being employed by car headrest manufacturers to analyze consumer behavior, forecast market trends, and customize their offerings accordingly.
In the realm of security, blockchain technology offers promising solutions for ensuring the integrity and traceability of supply chains.
The Impact of Digitalization on Quality Control
A significant advantage that digitalization offers is enhanced quality control. This is especially true for manufacturers involved in the production of critical parts like brake pads and car door latches. Advanced technologies allow for real-time monitoring of the manufacturing process, which can immediately detect any anomalies or potential issues, thereby ensuring the highest level of quality in the finished product.
Customization in Manufacturing Process
Another one of the transformative motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends is the rise of customization. Today’s consumers demand products that meet their specific needs and preferences. To keep pace with these demands, manufacturers are leveraging digital technologies to offer more personalized products.
For instance, car body kits manufacturers are using digital design tools and advanced manufacturing processes to offer a range of customization options that enable consumers to personalize their vehicles to a degree that was once unimaginable.
Sustainability and Eco-friendly Manufacturing
As we mentioned earlier, sustainability is one of the critical motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends. Manufacturers are under increasing pressure from consumers, regulators, and even investors to demonstrate their commitment to environmental stewardship.
This trend is apparent in sectors like baby car seat manufacturing where manufacturers are innovating to use more sustainable, recyclable materials and to minimize waste throughout their production processes.
The Future of Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing
The future of motor vehicle parts manufacturing is undeniably digital. Embracing digitalization, innovative technologies, and sustainability will not only be beneficial for manufacturers in terms of efficiency and cost-effectiveness but will also enhance their reputation among environmentally-conscious consumers.
Manufacturers who are able to adapt to these evolving motor vehicle parts manufacturing trends will find themselves well-positioned to thrive in the years to come.
In conclusion, the impact of digitalization and innovative technologies on the motor vehicle parts manufacturing industry cannot be overstated. These advancements are revolutionizing the industry, enabling manufacturers to optimize their supply chains, enhance product quality, and meet the ever-changing demands of consumers. The future of motor vehicle parts manufacturing is here, and it’s digital.


At Techfasts, we are thrilled to present the latest breakthrough in smartphone technology – the Xiaomi 13T. In this article, we delve into the extraordinary features and capabilities of this cutting-edge device that promises to outperform its predecessor, the Xiaomi 13. Prepare to be amazed as we explore the advancements that position the Xiaomi 13T as a frontrunner in the realm of smartphones.
Unveiling the Xiaomi 13T
The Design Marvel
The Xiaomi 13T showcases an exquisite design that seamlessly blends aesthetics with functionality. Crafted with precision and elegance, the device boasts a sleek aluminum frame, a stunning edge-to-edge display, and a vibrant AMOLED panel that captivates the senses. The Xiaomi 13T sets a new standard for smartphone design, offering a visually appealing experience like never before.
Equipped with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processor, the Xiaomi 13T delivers unparalleled performance and speed. With its lightning-fast processing capabilities and impressive RAM capacity, this smartphone effortlessly handles multitasking, resource-intensive apps, and demanding gaming sessions. Users can enjoy a seamless and lag-free experience, even while running the most demanding applications.
The Xiaomi 13T revolutionizes the way we perceive smartphone displays. Its large, high-resolution screen takes visual immersion to a whole new level. Whether you’re watching movies, playing games, or browsing through photos, the Xiaomi 13T’s display offers vivid colors, sharp contrast, and impeccable clarity. Prepare to be awestruck by the lifelike visuals that bring content to life.
An Unparalleled Camera System
Photography enthusiasts will be thrilled by the Xiaomi 13T’s exceptional camera system. Armed with a triple-lens setup, including a high-resolution primary sensor, a wide-angle lens, and a dedicated telephoto lens, this device captures every moment with astonishing clarity and detail. From breathtaking landscapes to stunning portraits, the Xiaomi 13T empowers users to unleash their creativity and capture memories like never before.
Enhanced Security Features
With the Xiaomi 13T, your data and personal information are safeguarded like never before. The device features an advanced facial recognition system, utilizing cutting-edge technology to accurately identify and authenticate users. Additionally, a built-in fingerprint sensor provides an extra layer of security, ensuring that your sensitive information remains protected at all times.
The Xiaomi 13T vs. The Xiaomi 13: A Paradigm Shift
Superior Battery Life
One of the most significant improvements in the Xiaomi 13T is its enhanced battery life. Thanks to the incorporation of advanced power-saving technologies and optimizations, the Xiaomi 13T boasts an impressive battery capacity that lasts throughout the day, even with heavy usage. Say goodbye to frequent charging and enjoy uninterrupted usage on the go.
In addition to its exceptional battery life, the Xiaomi 13T supports lightning-fast charging capabilities. With the included charger, users can quickly recharge their device and get back to enjoying their smartphone experience in no time. The Xiaomi 13T truly redefines convenience, ensuring that you spend less time waiting and more time using your device.
Expanded Storage Options
Storage limitations are a thing of the past with the Xiaomi 13T. Offering ample space for all your apps, photos, videos, and files, this smartphone introduces expanded storage options. Users can choose from various storage capacities, ensuring that they have enough room to store their digital lives without compromise.
The Xiaomi 13T is a revolutionary leap in smartphone technology. With its stunning design, unmatched performance, captivating visuals, and advanced features, this device is poised to dominate the market and take the lead from the Xiaomi 13. From the moment you lay your eyes on the Xiaomi 13T, you will be captivated by its elegance and enthralled by its capabilities. Embrace the future of smartphones with the Xiaomi 13T and experience a new era of innovation.
Here are the pros and cons of the Xiaomi 13T:
- Exquisite Design: The Xiaomi 13T boasts a sleek and visually appealing design, with an aluminum frame and edge-to-edge display that exudes elegance and sophistication.
- Unmatched Performance: Powered by the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon processor and ample RAM, the Xiaomi 13T delivers exceptional performance, allowing for seamless multitasking, resource-intensive applications, and smooth gaming experiences.
- Captivating Visuals: The device features a large, high-resolution display with vibrant colors and sharp contrast, providing users with an immersive visual experience while watching movies, playing games, or browsing content.
- An Unparalleled Camera System: With its triple-lens camera setup, including a high-resolution primary sensor, wide-angle lens, and telephoto lens, the Xiaomi 13T captures stunning photos with incredible detail and clarity, offering photography enthusiasts a powerful tool to unleash their creativity.
- Enhanced Security Features: The Xiaomi 13T incorporates advanced security features, including facial recognition and a built-in fingerprint sensor, ensuring that user data and personal information remain protected.
- Superior Battery Life: The Xiaomi 13T offers impressive battery life, allowing users to enjoy extended usage without constantly worrying about charging their device.
- Lightning-Fast Charging: Thanks to its support for fast charging technology, the Xiaomi 13T enables users to quickly recharge their device, minimizing downtime and maximizing productivity.
- Expanded Storage Options: The device provides ample storage space, giving users the freedom to store a large number of apps, photos, videos, and files without running out of space.
- Limited Availability: Depending on the region, the Xiaomi 13T may have limited availability, making it challenging for some users to access the device.
- Lack of Wireless Charging: Unlike some competing models, the Xiaomi 13T does not offer wireless charging functionality, which may be a drawback for users who prefer the convenience of cable-free charging.
- Non-Removable Battery: The Xiaomi 13T features a non-removable battery, which means users cannot replace the battery themselves in case of degradation or damage.
- Software Customization: While the Xiaomi 13T runs on a user-friendly interface, some users may find the level of software customization options to be relatively limited compared to other devices.
- Water and Dust Resistance: The Xiaomi 13T does not come with an official water and dust resistance rating, making it less resilient to potential damage caused by water or dust exposure.
- Bloatware: Like many smartphones, the Xiaomi 13T may come pre-installed with some bloatware or unnecessary applications that cannot be easily removed, taking up storage space.
- Learning Curve: Users transitioning from a different smartphone brand or operating system may experience a slight learning curve when adapting to Xiaomi’s unique user interface and features.
It’s important to consider these pros and cons when evaluating the Xiaomi 13T to make an informed decision that aligns with your preferences and requirements.


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Vervaet Quad 550 demo machine in the UK!
July 14, 2022
Vervaet Quad 550 demo tour in the UK!
The Vervaet Quad 550 UK demo tour is underway now. Contact Matt Carse on 07825 631377 to find out more about the Vervaet range and arrange a demonstration to experience the impressive Quad first hand.
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Kung Pao chicken - classic Chinese dish from the Szechuan province - spicy, slightly sweet & incredibly delicious
Chicken Tikka Masala - The Happy Foodie
Quinoa with sweet potato, avocado, beetroot, broccoli and salad
JAMIE OLIVER'S ROSEMARY POLENTA CRISPS ~~~ this recipe is shared from the book, "jamie's italy" [Jamie Oliver] [hungry-kittens]
Incredible naan breads | Jamie Oliver | Food | Jamie Oliver (UK)
Try this Sizzling Hot Prawn and Spinach Linguine recipe by Chef Jamie Oliver.
Jamie Oliver's Chicken and Leek Stroganoff
Indian Sticky Chicken based on a Jamie Oliver recipe @Rose Eberson I am curious! Please let me know ;-)
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Two Hearst magazine titles will show big gains in newsstand sales when Audit Bureau of Circulation numbers are released next week.
O: The Oprah Magazine saw a 38% increase in newsstand sales, to 1 million copies a month. Its total circulation went up to nearly 2.7 million.
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Panjabi Hit Squad – ‘World Famous’ line up
Panjabi Hit Squad announced recently via twitter the full line up of artists that will feature on their album ‘World Famous’.
It was confirmed the line-up would include Harleen Akhter, Alyssia, Saini Surinder, Richa Sharma, Krishna, Jaspinder Narula and adding to that impressive list would be superstar Ustad Rahat Fateh Ali Khan. Dee, One half of Panjabi Hit Squad briefly spoke to BBC Radio 1 DJ Nihal on Tuesday night. He said: “The song was co-written and produced by us and Rahat had been on our wish-list for some time. We sent him the song and he just loved it and recorded it straight away! He’s an amazing person.”
With the current success of ‘Miss Soniyeh’ hitting the number one spot on Sunrise Radio and top 5 in the iTunes world chart it seems that this album could turn out to be one of the hottest this year.

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Burt Ward (born Bert John Gervis, Jr., on July 6, 1945) is an American television actor and activist. He is best known for his work as Robin, the "Boy Wonder," in the 1960s television series Batman. The show, which aired on ABC from 1966 to 1968, starred Ward as Robin with Adam West as the title character. After the end of Batman, Ward found himself hard-pressed to find other acting jobs. He re-emerged to act in more than 30 obscure made-for-television and softcore porn films such as Virgin High. Although reportedly wanted by the producer, Ward did not get the Dustin Hoffman part in The Graduate because he chose to renew his contract with the Batman TV show and the studio (20th Century Fox) did not want to dilute his popularity and identification as Robin. Ward did, however, appear in numerous reunions with co-star Adam West. The most memorable included reprising their roles as Batman and Robin on a short-lived animated television series called The New Adventures of Batman, the theater show Legends of the Superheroes, and the 2003 television movie, Return to the Batcave: The Misadventures of Adam and Burt.
Ward`s first wife was Bonney Lindsey, daughter of conductor Mort Lindsey. Their daughter Lisa Ann Ward was born in 1966, and became a mother in 1991. He was briefly married to actress Kathy Kersh and to model Mariana Torchia. Since 1990 Ward has been married to Tracy Posner. Their daughter Melody Lane Ward was born on February 16, 1991.
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Burt Ward is a 71 year old American Actor. Born Bert John Gervis, Jr. on 6th July, 1945 in Los Angeles, California,, he is famous for Robin the Boy Wonder on the 1960s Batman TV series in a career that spans 1966–present. His zodiac sign is Cancer.
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Xeriscaping isn’t the absence of landscaping. It’s merely an efficient way of using drought-tolerant plants and grasses to conserve water. You don’t have to fill your yard with rocks and cactus to join this trendy movement. This beginner’s guide to xeriscaping can turn a barren yard into an enviable one.
What is Xeriscaping?
The Denver Water Department coined the term in 1981 by combining “landscape” with the Greek prefix “xero” meaning “dry.” More than half of the city’s potable water is used on lawns. By replacing thirsty turf with drought-tolerant grass, native plants, and hardscaping, you can cut a good chunk of your water bill.
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Benefits of Xeriscaping
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The average American spends 91 hours a year mowing, fertilizing, and weeding their yard. The beginner’s guide to xeriscaping will help you drastically reduce that number. There are many other benefits.
- Xeriscape reduces your water bill by 60% or more
- Creates natural habitats for wildlife
- Increases the value of your property by an average of 15%
- Saves the environment by eliminating the need for mowing, herbicides, and fertilizers.
- When other lawns go dormant, your landscape will shine.
- Xeriscape plants will thrive in shade
A Beginner’s Guide to Xeriscape Gardens and Landscape Design
Half the battle with xeriscaping is designing your back or front yard. It’s not just picking a bunch of landscaping rocks or choosing drought-resistant succulents. You should consider the soil, which part of the yard gets the most sun, slopes, and companion planting.
You can group plants with similar needs. Separate the flower beds with mulched borders, pavers, or stones. If you place the drought-resistant plants higher in the yard, the plants that need more water will benefit from the runoff.
Xeriscaping makes the landscape work with less water without abandoning your tastes.
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You’ll find a host of ornamental grasses and plants that don’t need much water to thrive.
- Native plants to your region
Irrigation Systems and Water Conservation for Xeriscape Gardens
Whether it’s grass, succulents, or low maintenance plants, you’ll still need to water occasionally. A drip irrigation system uses little water and delivers moisture to the plant’s roots. Drip irrigation is more efficient and saves you money in the long run.
Low-maintenance doesn’t mean “no-maintenance.” Plants and shrubs still need pruning and trimming, and although buffalo and Bermuda grass tend to reseed themselves, they need some mowing and edging. You may also have to do some weeding around the landscaping rocks and replace mulch every few years.
Downside to Xeriscaping
There are some drawbacks to a yard without much grass.
- Little room for kids or pets to play
- Tough to clean up leaves (you can’t rake rocks)
- Weeds will sprout with or without water.
- You lose the “air conditioning” effect of a big lawn.
Principles of Xeriscaping
When designing or hiring a landscape designer to xeriscape a yard, there are some costs to keep in mind.
- How much turf to plant
- Drought-resistant plants
You’ll also need patience. Drought-tolerant grasses and plants take a little while to get established. But a little work establishing your xeriscaped yard can save you a lot of time, money, and water down the road.
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BELIZE CITY, Mon. Apr. 4, 2020– For the past couple years, under its President, Sergio Chuc, the Football Federation of Belize (FFB) has embarked on a player development project country-wide, with the objective being to raise the playing standard in a sustainable manner and continuously improve over the long term, thus creating a foundation upon which to build our senior national team system, whereby the Belize national team can be successful on the international stage.
Director of Georgia Football, Jacob Daniel has been working along with our own FFB Technical Director, Phillip Marin in developing the FFB Coaching Manual which will guide coaches across the country in all phases of the game.
(Jacob Daniel has been the Technical Director for Georgia Soccer and affiliate of US Soccer for more than 30 years. Georgia Soccer under his leadership has worked with this philosophy for the ODP – Olympic Development Program under the auspices of US Soccer.)
An overview document by Technical Director Marin on the “FFB National Playing Style” says “The FFB is promoting a possession playing style and a 4-3-3 formation at the youth level since this is the formation used by most of the progressive youth academies worldwide and it is a good platform for developing players’ attacking skills.”
This is some refreshing news to Belize old-timers who lament the shortage of top strikers that once lit up our football stadiums. In the 70s and 80s, most Belize teams used the 4-3-3 formation; but in recent times the trend has been for more teams to utilize the more defensive 4-4-2 formation.
The document continues: “… The advantage of this formation is that the workload is evenly distributed across all the players; it teaches more players the important attacking skills by having 3 forwards, and it is easy to switch to other formations if needed. It is also a good system to exploit speed by having fast wingers. It is a system that is suited for the Belizean players since our players like to attack and use speed…”
According to Technical Director, Phillip Marin, all of this month the FFB is conducting weekly webinars to engage coaches from all districts of the country. Social distancing is still in effect to stop the spread of the SARS Cov-2 virus, but the FFB is using technology to continue its training program for coaches.
Jacob Daniel, who was initially contacted by FFB Vice President Cruz Gamez, has apparently fallen in love with Belize, as, according to FFB Senior Vice President Marlon Kuylen, “he doesn’t charge for his services,” and, aside from travelling with all the youth national teams and sending his reports to the FFB, “he comes to Belize at least 10 times a year to train the coaches using the national team players in camp.”
We wish all the success for this latest effort to unleash the full potential of our Belizean footballers. Cungo, Belize!!
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The first couple of weeks of motherhood are a blur of diaper changes, no sleep, and spit up. Then throw in nipple soreness and issues with latching for breastfeeding moms.
Yet, you’re not alone. As 92% of nursing mothers experience trouble with breastfeeding.
It can be a stressful and overwhelming time for a new mom. As you learn the ropes of your babies eating, sleeping, and pooping habits. Support is only a phone call away, where all your nursing questions or concerns can get answered.
Read on for how a lactation consultant can help you learn the ins and outs of breastfeeding.
The Benefits of Breastfeeding
77% of moms choose to breastfeed their babies. It’s a personal choice that offers a natural source of nourishment for their children.
It provides newborns with the essential vitamins and nutrients needed for development. It can also help protect the baby from infections and diseases.
Breastfeeding also benefits the mom, by burning extra calories. This helps new moms get back to their ideal pre-baby weight quicker. Nursing also releases happy hormones that can ward off post-partum depression.
Breastmilk gets recommended by pediatricians for the first 6 months. Yet, many mothers choose to go beyond this, once they get the hang of it.
It can be tough for new mothers to tackle and troubleshoot breastfeeding concerns. Issues like nipple confusion, low milk supply, and breast infection can occur.
Without proper support, many women give up on their desire to breastfeed. This is why it’s helpful to turn to a lactation group or specialist for professional help.
How a Lactation Consultant Can Help
First, you may be wondering what is a lactation consultant? They are a board-certified professional that is an expert in all things lactation.
They help moms solve a variety of breastfeeding problems. They often work with new mothers but can also provide advice for any lactating mom. As your first child may take the breast well, while the second does not.
Here is how a lactation consultant can help mothers who struggle with breastfeeding.
Poor Latching and Positioning
Breastfeeding your baby should never feel painful. A poor latch may cause pain or discomfort around the nipple and breast.
It can also lead to blisters or cracking nipples. If the baby’s latch does not get corrected early on, these issues can get worse with time.
A consultant can work with you on proper latching and breastfeeding positions. They may recommend nursing pillows or nipple shields to help the problem. Lanolin ointment can also provide relief during the first few weeks.
Problems with Milk Supply
Many moms experience supply issues in the first couple of months. This can involve an overproduction or underproduction of milk.
With a low milk supply, the baby may not be getting enough milk. This can lead to trouble with growth or possible dehydration. So, always pay attention to the baby’s diaper output while learning to breastfeed.
Overproduction can make breastfeeding uncomfortable for the baby. As they often get too much milk too fast. This can cause them to pull off the breast and cry.
Breast Infections and Discomfort
Thrush and mastitis are common breast infections. They can occur in the early stages of breastfeeding. A lactation specialist can help identify these conditions and provide treatment options.
Thrush gets caused by the growth of yeast in the baby’s mouth and mother’s breast. It can cause extreme or stabbing pain when breastfeeding.
Mastitis gets caused by bacteria in the breast or not draining your milk ducts enough. The infected breast may become tender, red, or develop lumps. The mother may also experience flu-like symptoms.
Extreme engorgement can also make it difficult for the baby to latch on the breast. It often helps to use a breast pump for a few seconds before feeding. This will relieve the pressure so the baby can latch better.
Feeding Schedules and the Mother’s Diet
Breastfeeding may not follow a strict schedule, as bottle feeding does. Since you never know how much milk your baby is getting. This leads many mothers to nurse on demand instead.
Nursing on demand can be tricky at first. As you’ll need to pay close attention to hunger cues. This includes the baby putting their first in their mouth or sticking out their tongue.
Cluster feeding is another overwhelming part of breastfeeding. The baby may feed for hours at a time. This is a sign of a growth spurt as they are trying to pump up your milk supply.
Like the foods you should eat when pregnant, your diet can also affect breastfeeding. Certain foods can cause the baby to become gassy or throw up often. A special diet can help prevent a colicky baby.
Other Breastfeeding Dilemmas
Waiting for your milk to come in can also be stressful for a new mom. As you will only be producing colostrum for the first few days. Be sure to seek out support if you’re worried the baby is not getting enough milk.
Teething can also make it a hassle to breastfeed. Babies will nurse more often as it comforts them. They may also bite or scrape their teeth on the nipple.
Lactation specialists can also offer pumping techniques for mothers going back to work. They can provide the best times to pump to maintain your supply.
What to Expect During a Lactation Consultant Home Visit?
In-home visits with a lactation specialist often get recommended for new moms. This is ideal as the baby and mom get to stay at home, in a comfortable environment.
So, what happens at a lactation consultant appointment?
The specialist will plan to stop by at a convenient time. The best time is between a newborn’s many naps. This is so that they can experience one of the baby’s feedings.
They will look to see how the baby latches. As well as your position and the nursing environment. They can show you massage techniques to relieve symptoms of engorgement or mastitis.
A lactation consultant will also check for signs of tongue-tie. As this can cause a baby to have issues with breastfeeding. Your own nipple shape may also be interfering with the baby’s latch.
Navigating the Many Wonders of Motherhood
New moms have many resources available to tackle the ever-evolving roles of motherhood. Seek support from the hospital you gave birth in or new mom groups. Don’t be afraid to ask for help when needed, from friends, family, or a lactation consultant.
Remember, it’s all worth it, and you’ve got it under control!
This article is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
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Shah Rukh Khan may be King Khan but his daughter Suhana Khana is effortlessly tagged as graceful and a stunner. In this year, Suhana has made quite a few appearances where she has left everyone wondering whether she would be joining Bollywood anytime soon.
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Prime Minister and Minister of Finance Philip Davis has told the House of Assembly that he had no knowledge of any requests that fuel hedge trades be executed for Bahamas Power and Light (BPL) to lock in oil prices last fall.
Minister of Works Alfred Sears has told Parliament that the minister of finance knew and made the decision to reject the requests because it was not deemed to be in the country’s best interest to execute them.
They cannot both be presenting the facts.
This is unacceptable and it is insulting to Bahamians, though many might have missed these developments on this critical BPL matter with all of the craziness swirling relating to FTX and the dramatic collapse of that crypto currency exchange based in our country.
While it might just sound like political sparring as the opposition raises questions on this issue, the failure of the government to approve the execution of those fuel trades matters.
The hedging program, implemented by the Minnis administration in July 2020, provided an arrangement for BPL to purchase oil in the future at a predetermined price to avoid being subjected to the volatility of the market and to stabilize the fuel charge.
Free National Movement (FNM) Leader Michael Pintard has contended that this decision to reject the recommendation to execute the transactions last year after the Progressive Liberal Party came to power meant that BPL missed a golden opportunity to make future oil purchases at lower rates, and customers will thus be subjected to staggering increases in their electricity bills over the next several months.
That Davis and Sears have presented two different sets of facts suggests that the House of Assembly has been misled, an egregious transgression in the Westminster system of governance, on which our parliamentary system is based.
In the House of Assembly, a week ago, Sears said a Cabinet paper on hedging was addressed to the minister of finance, and the minister of finance decided to reject the recommendation after reviewing it.
Sears said, “The draft Cabinet paper is addressed to the minister of finance for the minister of finance’s consideration. The minister of finance communicated that based on what was presented, it was not supported. That determination was communicated in October of 2021 and what is the relevance?”
But when asked on Monday about Sears’ comments in the House last week, the prime minister said, “I saw no documents about that. Only this weekend, I was provided with some information concerning that, which I am now assessing to determine all the misstatements about what actually went on.
“What I do know is that the financial secretary had some views about it proceeding and I think those were the views that were adopted.
“I had no knowledge of it. He (Alfred Sears) said the Ministry of Finance had knowledge of this. That’s a big ministry. It was not me.”
This statement by the prime minister is deeply concerning. Try as he may, it is impossible for him to distance himself from such a major decision, even if it were made by someone else at the Ministry of Finance without his knowledge.
Davis also has not yet addressed how his works minister could tell Parliament that he personally knew about something he claims to have had no knowledge about.
If we accept all that has been told to us by Davis and Sears on this matter, then we must all be fools because the stories do not all lead in the same direction.
In the House last Thursday, Sears said he had recently spoken to the financial secretary, Simon Wilson, for clarification on what transpired relating to the BPL hedge transactions.
“When the honorable member (Pintard) raised this, as if we were in a court of law, responses were given,” he said.
“I have checked with the financial secretary and I have confirmed with the financial secretary that the documents which were provided were also provided to the Ministry of Finance, and I’ll be happy to lay the response of the financial secretary.
“It was considered and communicated that based on what was put to the Ministry of Finance, the proposal (to execute the trades) was not accepted and some questions were asked which were not addressed satisfactorily.
“But what the Ministry of Finance explained to me, Madam Speaker, is that any commitment of a hedge strategy would represent an obligation BPL was not in a fiscal position to assume that itself and, therefore, through the IDB (Inter-American Development Bank) and the Ministry of Finance, both of which have the requisite technical capacity, reviewed what was put forward, and did not accept it.
“That was a determination by the Ministry of Finance. Now, if the honorable member (Pintard) were to put forward a question, the Ministry of Finance will prepare the answer and provide the answer.”
You’d be forgiven if you are finding it difficult to keep up with all the conflicting statements in this sad story.
While Sears told Parliament last week that Wilson advised him recently that the Ministry of Finance had made a decision not to execute the hedge trades because they did not deem that action to be in the country’s best interest, in March, the business section of The Nassau Guardian reported Wilson’s response when asked by this newspaper about the BPL hedge program.
Wilson responded at the time, “We are not involved at the Ministry of Finance, but we support it. We think it’s sound financial management at BPL, but we are not directly involved in the approval process. If done correctly, it is sound financial management.”
There is much to unpack in trying to settle what the facts are in this whole matter of BPL fuel hedging and how we arrived at this point of an increase in the fuel cost per kilowatt hour increasing from 10.5 cents to a projected high of 27.6 cents for a majority of customers by next June.
To start off with, both Davis and Sears vehemently denied in Parliament last month that they knew of any recommendations on the need to execute those trades.
They both denied knowledge of any documents to this effect.
They both denied any briefings to this effect.
Assuming that is all true, that in itself is remarkable.
It is remarkable that after winning power, and with widespread knowledge that BPL had been hedging fuel, the minister for works and the minister of finance (Davis) did not deem it important to be briefed on hedging.
We know from Sears’ own words last November, though, that the hedge program was on his radar, and he said it would be a priority item of the new board of BPL.
“There have been a number of discussions with the outgoing chairman [Dr. Donovan Moxey] and the Ministry of Finance. The hedging strategy is a financial arrangement which helps to stabilize the price of fuel. That facility is backstopped or supported by the government,” he said in November 2021.
“There is a discussion whether that subsidy by the government should be applied to all consumers or only vulnerable consumers, and I know that’s the discussion that is taking place within the Ministry of Finance. The hedge is one of the first issues that the new board will have to address in concert with the Ministry of Finance and, of course, the Ministry of Works.”
It is interesting that as the minister now tells it, those discussions with the outgoing chairman did not involve any discussions about needing to execute additional trades around that same time.
That is incredible, to say the least.
Pintard is making plenty sense in highlighting this critical issue.
On October 26, the FNM leader told the House, “There was ample evidence that we had a plan in place to maintain the price of fuel in the vicinity of 10.5 cents (per kilowatt hour) and even if it increased, certainly not beyond 11.5 cents.
“That information was ignored. It was ignored and we challenge the minister of works, we challenge the prime minister to say in this House that they have seen none of these documents.”
Davis rose on a point or order and said: “I continue to hear this diatribe of what we did not respond to, or what advice we had or we didn’t follow the advice.
“The first thing we have to appreciate about advice when given, first of all, I received no advice or recommendations, saw no papers in that respect. I never saw any. None reached my desk, and as far as I am aware, it did not reach, the minister will speak for himself, that never happened.”
During that October 26 exchange, Sears then stood up and said, “Mr. Deputy Speaker, not only was I not provided, but what this honorable member for Marco City (Pintard) has failed to disclose to this House and to the young parliamentarians (the Youth in Parliament members who were in the gallery) is that what was on the table was a rate reduction bond to borrow $500 million.”
He also said at the time, “I can say for the record that no draft Cabinet paper prepared by the honorable member (Pintard) or any of his colleagues has been presented to me …”
After Pintard presented to Parliament last month an October 18, 2021 letter written to Sears by the then-CEO of Bahamas Power and Light Whitney Heastie providing comprehensive details on the hedge program, Sears said that document, which he did not ever recall receiving, was only a description of the program.
“What the honorable member to my recollection stated is that a hedge strategy, a strategy was presented and we failed to act … a description of what was done is not a strategy,” he insisted.
“If I’m a policy maker, which I am, and something needs to be done, options will be presented. There would be the justification of option one, option two and a recommendation to take a certain course of action.
“I’ve read this document; I’ve reviewed it. It was just put in my hand. It’s a description. It’s giving background information.
“I don’t recall seeing it (prior) but that’s the point I’m making. I’m looking at the document in my hand, right? I’m looking at the document in my hand and what the honorable member said was we failed to execute on the hedge strategy.”
It turns out, as Sears acknowledged in the most recent sitting of the House last week, that the Davis administration did fail to execute on the hedge strategy.
If the prime minister and the works minister wish to argue that executing the trades was determined not to be in the best interest of BPL and the public, that is one thing; they had the authority to make that determination; but to say that they had no knowledge of any recommendation is another thing entirely.
Further, misleading the House of Assembly is a very serious issue. It should not be allowed to slide.
Davis as minister of finance owes the Bahamian people a straight, clear and accurate account on why the hedge trades were not executed, and an acknowledgement that the public and the Parliament have been given conflicting information on an important topic.
Given the way this administration has been behaving of late, we don’t expect anything of the sort to happen, though.
Davis’ new day has the feel of the past when leaders disregarded our intelligence while disrespecting our right to access truth.


A man who had fallen asleep on his driveway has been hit and killed by an Uber that was bringing his wife home after a night out in Toowoomba.
Paramedics attended the scene but could not revive the 44-year-old Scott Stallman.
Senior Sergeant Jamie Deacon told Seven News the driver was unable to see Mr Stallman because of the camber of the driveway.
“Tragically when they’ve entered the driveway they haven’t been able to see him because of the slope … and he has been run over,” Sergeant Deacon said.
It’s understood Mr Stallman was sleeping on the downslope of his property when the Uber vehicle with his wife Monique on board, pulled in just after 12.30am yesterday.
News.com reports that friends and family gathered at the Flagstone Creek Rd property yesterday to pay tribute to a “great mate” and “champion of a man”.
“Feel honoured to have spent time with this champion of a man. Rest in peace Scott Stallman you leave a huge hole in the lives of those privileged enough to have known you mate,” Paul Farmer posted on social media.
The Stallman family did not wish to comment, saying: “There’s nothing to say, it’s just a terrible accident.”
There is no suggestion of wrongdoing on the Uber driver’s behalf, with police labelling it a “terrible tragedy”.


Saturday, January 29, 2011
Incarnations---T-shirt Image Evolution, Part 1
Here are 2 of my original non-silver print process images
(cyanotype and gum-bichromate) from which the
T-shirt image evolved.
Part 1 is the
“Chrome Car” print and Part 2 is the “Beach” print.
The Chrome Car T-shirt image also has other colorway variations (shown in previous posts).
Here I show it going from a cyanotype on paper, to a 4-color fabric screenprint on a white shirt; to more recently, a 3-color print using Discharge paste on a dyed shirt, to achieve the background building colors. I continue to experiment with discharge printing in this image, as my interest has largely been to see how various dyed shirt colors discharge and contribute to the image.


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Old Blog 6/9/17: A Horrible Wednesday Afternoon
I am writing this blog post on the train to central London, so apologies if my writing is naff (well more naff than normal).
Exciting times though. As I am going to play mini golf in a converted warehouse in London. What a weird and wonderful idea, that is surprisingly cheap. All the more money for beers. Nothing better on Wednesday night.
I spent most of the day researching, reviewing a game and of course, watching Horrible Histories on Netflix. I balled my eyes out at the Bafta winning sketch show. If you haven't watched it yet then you need to give it a go. It may be aimed at kids but it has sketches and one-liners that are more sophisticated, yet sillier than any other British comedy. Perfect for a lover of the genre.
I will leave you with a selfie. Why ever not?


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Ag Groups Reiterate Call for Rulemaking Reform - March 31, 2017
Encouraging continued bipartisan negotiations on meaningful regulatory reform legislation, the American Farm Bureau Federation and 47 other agricultural organizations again pledged their readiness to work with lawmakers on much-needed improvements to the rulemaking process.
In a letter to Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Chairman Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and Ranking Member Claire McCaskill (D-Mo.), the groups reiterated key principles for crafting a regulatory reform measure: greater transparency, the use of sound science, greater sensitivity to costs and benefits, strengthened federalism with state partners, a stronger public right to know, and accountability for agencies’ use of economic and scientific data.
Too often that process falls short, leaving those most affected by the regulation in the dark, from proposal to implementation.
“When an agency spends months or years working on a proposal, it should provide affected stakeholders – and its co-regulators in the states – sufficient time to examine, evaluate and respond to its proposal,” they said.
And when a rule has an impact that runs deep and wide, like EPA’s Waters of the U.S. rule, the agency must do its utmost to let stakeholders know how greatly they will be affected, according to the groups. The agency’s energy should not be directed toward lobbying the public through social media in favor of its own proposal, which EPA did with WOTUS.
The agricultural organizations also took issue with recent correspondence urging the Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee to oppose H.R. 5, a regulatory reform bill strongly supported by farmers and ranchers. The groups opposing H.R. 5 said it would jeopardize the safety of the U.S. food supply.
Unlike the groups that sent the opposition letter, the people and entities represented by AFBF and the other signing agricultural organizations, “have a vital, personal stake in assuring the safety and affordability of the food we put on America’s tables. They care about what they produce, what they sell, and what they and their neighbors eat. They have not encouraged, do not support and would not advocate for legislation or a rulemaking process that betrays what they do for a living,” the agricultural groups asserted.


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Hopkins, SC (WLTX) -- In just three weeks, South Carolina is expecting more than one million visitors to witness the eclipse. But some people will want to get a unique eclipse-watching experience.
"We're going to get more nature enthusiasts, I think. We're expecting a lot of people who want to come out and get a sense of what nature does during an eclipse," said Jon Manchester with the Congaree National Park.
Park rangers will be providing guided tours to the prime viewing locations in the Congaree National Park, but it will also focus on a lot more than the eclipse.
"You're going to get a much different experience. You're going to get a lot of the wildlife and nature side of things," said Manchester.
Manchester said, as the sky darkens on August 21st, the nocturnal animals will start coming out in the middle of the day.
"We are going to start hearing owls, we'll see bats, a chance of maybe seeing bobcats or other nocturnal animals may pop out because they're going to be a little confused," he said.
But that's exactly what some visitors want to experience.
"I had someone call in and that's what he wanted to do. He wanted to come out in the woods when the eclipse happened," said Manchester.
The total solar eclipse is only going to last 2 and a half minutes, and whether you are watching it from an open parking lot or under a thick forest canopy, it'll be a once in a lifetime experience for many.
The guided tours are already booked, but the Congaree National Park will be holding events all weekend long.
Are you aware? WLTX and the State Fair are hosting the "Total Eclipse Tailgate" on the big day. Come and join a few thousand of your friends to watch the historic event, complete with food and entertainment! For more details, visit here.


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Schrader's new sustainable marketing practices will help the company reduce waste and improve its environmental impact. The company will significantly reduce the use and distribution of printed materials, as well as cease distribution of perishable freebies, offering products manufactured from renewable resources or recyclable materials.
Just in time for summer – retrofit kits are an easy way to monitor tire pressure in vehicles built before 2008 that were not equipped with a TPMS system (before it was mandated by the TREAD ACT!). For TPMS non-equipped passenger cars or off-roading applications, retrofit kits are an essential upgrade for improved safety on the road.
o remind auto service technicians and service facilities that they must keep their TPMS tool software updated regularly, a group of TPMS tool and sensor manufacturers, along with the Tire Industry Association (TIA), have launched a national public service campaign called “Update Your TPMS Tools!” The Coalition of TPMS Manufacturers, including ATEQ, Bartec, Continental, and Schrader, along with the TIA, has come together to tackle the challenge faced by technicians who have not kept their TPMS tool software up to date. Having up-to-date software is particularly essential with the introduction of the latest generation of TPMS sensors.
Shivahn Fitzell, the Global Marketing Leader of Intelligent Tire Solutions (ITS), Performance Sensing Automotive at Sensata Technologies, has been announced as the keynote speaker at this year’s New England Tire & Service Association (NETSA) trade show, which will be held from March 31st – April 1st, 2023. Schrader TPMS Solutions, Sensata’s aftermarket TPMS brand, will also be exhibiting at the NETSA show, showcasing its market leading TPMS solutions.


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SAN DIEGO — In the Psych Congress keynote address, artist Candy Chang discussed how her public art experiment offered individuals a platform to come together in communities around the world.
“We have a fundamental, human need to connect with others. Today, more people live close together in cities than ever before, yet social isolation is on the rise,” Chang said in her presentation. “Many researchers are ringing the alarm saying that the loneliness epidemic is becoming the biggest threat to our public health.”
Public spaces are shared spaces that bind people together as a community; they can play an important role in health and how people see one another, but there are many barriers to opening up in a meaningful way, according to Chang.
Dealing with her own grief and depression due to loss of loved one, Chang said that she found clarity by thinking of death. In tribute, she and friends painted an abandoned house in her neighborhood and stenciled “Before I die I want to” so anyone in her community could reflect upon death and life and share their personal aspirations.
“I understood my neighbors in new and enlightening ways and I think most importantly to me at that time was that I saw so clearly that I wasn’t alone as I was trying to make sense of my life,” Chang said. “This neglected space became an intimate one where I grew close to the people around me for the first time in a long time.”
Chang said that the project changed her sadness, that it helped her to see her inner world reflected out in the public space. She made a website to help other communities make their own “Before I die” walls, and now there are more than 5,000 walls in more than 75 countries.
Each wall shows a unique snapshot of the community’s shared anxieties, hopes and struggles, but also these walls “show just how much we are the same,” Chang said.
The same big themes emerged around the world: to do something meaningful, to love and be loved, to travel the world, to find inner peace and to see loved ones prosper.
Although talking about death is often discouraged, Chang said that regularly contemplating death can help restore perspective and help people find what’s meaningful to them.
She also spoke of the stigma around suicide, which can make people feel alone and discourage those who need help the most.
“When we develop our own comfort talking about grief and death, we can begin to change the culture around it. The more that we can normalize discussion about it, the more we can be prepared and encouraged to share our struggles and experiences to help one another.”
Chang said that politics and media divide us, and people are becoming more stressed, anxious and socially isolated, but thinking about how people can open up in their communities can help other people feel less alone.
“I feel like that’s the greatest gift of all. Hearing other people’s experiences is what saved me in some of my toughest times. Your struggles can be turned into your greatest service to others,” Chang said. – by Savannah Demko
Chang, C. Eric C. Arauz Memorial Keynote Address: We all have mental health issues: Our inner worlds in public. Presented at: Psych Congress; Oct. 3-6, 2019; San Diego.
Disclosure: Healio Psychiatry was unable to confirm any relevant financial disclosures at the time of publication.

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On October 2, 2017, policy analyst Nick Martin gave the following submission to the House of Common’s Standing Committee on Natural Resources
Good afternoon and thank you, Mr. Chair / Madam Vice Chair and members of the committee, for inviting me to appear before you today.
I am here on behalf of the Canada West Foundation where I am a policy analyst specializing in energy and electricity issues. The Canada West Foundation is an independent, non-partisan public policy think tank that focuses on the polices that shape the West, and by extension, Canada. Our CEO, Martha Hall Findlay, also sends her regards.
We at the Canada West Foundation recognize that climate change is a real and significant threat to Canada and the rest of the world, and that the cost of inaction is unacceptable. We also know that the action we do take, needs be taken in the most cost-effective way possible. For this reason, we are very supportive of the central component of the Pan-Canadian Framework on Clean Growth and Climate Change – a price on carbon, which is the most practical and cost-effective way to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
We are also happy that the committee is undertaking this study on strategic electricity inter-ties. The Canada West Foundation recognizes that pricing carbon is not a catch all solution to achieving Canada’s greenhouse gas emissions goals in the most cost-effective manner possible. Complementary measures need to be taken to harness cost-effective emission reductions in instances where a price on carbon is not appropriate or practical. And as the committee has heard from multiple witnesses during these hearings already, a more integrated grid through increased strategic electricity inter-ties can be a strong tool in harnessing cost-effective greenhouse gas emissions by helping to integrate and share Canada’s vast clean energy resources. Yet, a carbon price does not mean inter-ties will be built, so it’s appropriate this committee is looking at it more closely.
With that said, I think it is important to point out that the idea of investing in a more integrated grid is not new here in Canada – especially in Western Canada.
There have been many discussions on this idea for at least the last 40 to 50 years – roughly how long the Canada West Foundation has been around. So there has long been a sense that this would be a good idea – but the question remains, why hasn’t it happened yet? Provincial electricity grids are still relatively independent of each other.
There are numerous reasons why this idea has never gone anywhere. In talking with folks who have been in this industry much longer than I, I have learned that over the decades the Western provinces have looked at the idea only to reject it time and again. Many of these reasons are related to provincial fears of losing influence over their own electricity grids. At times it was rejected because some provinces feared cheap coal power from Alberta would flood into their markets and harm their own utilities. At other times, Alberta rejected the idea because of fears cheap hydro could put their coal power plants out of business. And now with a final twist of irony, we’re talking about the idea again because we’re looking to reduce emissions and phase out coal power plants.
But this highlights the fact that the climate change imperative has injected new life into the idea of an integrated grid. It is very evident that we need to make big changes to the way we produce and consume electricity to achieve our climate goals. And as Bryson Robertson from the University of Victoria and many other witnesses have already said, improving the connectivity of our provincial grids is the key to taking advantage of the diverse energy resources we have across this country, and potentially a very valuable tool in meeting our climate goals in a cost-effective way. This is particularly true in Western Canada where some of the country’s best wind and solar resources reside between some of its best hydro resources. It is for this reason the Canada West Foundation believes an integrated western grid should be pursued in the West.
But as the past has shown, the provinces will need to work closely together if an integrated grid is to become a reality. A sustained conversation needs to be held between the provinces to figure out how to share the benefits that an integrated grid can offer. Fears that an integrated grid may wreak havoc on a province’s electricity market will need to be addressed, and the full costs and benefits of increasing the trade of electricity will need to be understood and communicated.
The federal government has an important role to play in this.
First, it can help provide valuable information in evaluating the costs and benefits of an integrated grid. While a more integrated grid can offer many benefits as Canada works to achieve its climate goals, these benefits are not guaranteed. Transmission infrastructure is expensive, and it gets more expensive over longer distances. Any investment in strategic inter-ties should only be built if the benefits will outweigh the costs of building that infrastructure. Natural Resources Canada and others are already working to address this information gap. We look forward to seeing the results of the Regional Electricity Cooperation and Strategic Infrastructure Initiative established by NRCan, which is evaluating the costs and benefits a subset of infrastructure projects including improved inter-ties between the western provinces.
The second role government can play is with funding. Where strategic inter-ties do make sense, the federal government may have a role in financially supporting the project to the extent the interconnection will drive greenhouse gas reductions. Such projects would be good candidates for the newly created Canada Infrastructure Bank, which seeks to leverage private and institutional capital to fund green infrastructure. Early indications from conversations I and others at the Canada West Foundation have had suggest there is a good degree of interest from private investors in strategic inter-ties.
In conclusion, in conjunction with a price on carbon, strategic electricity inter-ties and a more integrated grid can be a powerful tool to help achieve Canada’s climate goals. The idea is not new, but the climate change imperative makes it all the more important now, and the federal government has a key role to play.
With that, I will conclude my opening remarks. Thank you very much and I look forward to your questions.


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New Work. It’s almost as if my life isn’t just all about Design Star. Almost.
The Pendleton Catalogue finally dropped and I was supes excited to get it in the mail. So much work i’ve done lately either is not going to be published til next summer or is not stuff I really want in my book. But this, i like. This is just a sample from the first catalogue that I did. More to come.
Heres’ how it went down, for those who are interested:
Maryalice gave me the art direction, where she wanted to play on the clothes conservative and classic nature. So we did a throwback 1960’s feel – when suits were suits and men were men.
I figured everyone read national geographics a lot, loved pops of yellow and had loved all-things-circle back then, right?
So here’s what I did:
I sourced the grasscloth and wallpaper down here, shipped it up to Portland. Adhered it to the flats. Chair railed one of them, painted the bottom semi-gloss (so it reflects). Then I bought enough 8″ pine planks (and cut them accordingly) to look like old wood flooring. We stained them a trillion times so they would be dark, slapped on a coat of poly, then staggered them.
I rented that desk from The good mod (where I bought my sofa), it’s amazing. That topiary (top pic) was awesome. HUGE. and was a pretty penny from The Jealous Gardner. The rest of the stuff I got at thrift stores, vintage stores, etc.
Waddya think? It was shot by Jose Martinez, with his crew Eric, Pat and Anton.


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By Aad van de Wijngaart
3D printing can change your life. That is certainly the case for assistant professor Jouke Verlinden. On the evening of Tuesday 25 November, he will be speaking on ‘the pleasure of printing things’, as part of the 3D Print Week. Below, he gives a hint of what it means.
What has changed for Verlinden as a result of 3D printing? “I derive pleasure from it, both at work and at home. For example, I can now print a basic scale-model of a car very easily, onto which I can project windows, doors, and wheels using a projector. I then draw them ‘in real-time’ on the computer. The advantage is that this method allows you to obtain a realistic 3D image very easily, which you can then quickly modify.”
And at home? “I also have a 3D printer at home. It’s next to the dryer, because it makes just as much noise. I have used it to make musical instruments, among other things, for a Playmobil string quartet. Unique in the world!”
However, Verlinden is much prouder of the work by 250 PhD students and minor students, who he has now supervised in advanced prototyping. The results have sometimes been spectacular. One example was that of a project in which students had to design and print variations of a saxophone mouthpiece. After making a CT scan of an original mouthpiece, they started experimenting with the help of a PhD aerospace engineering student, who not only knew all about air turbulence, but was also able to test the models on his own saxophone.
The project was so successful that professional saxophonist Peter Broekhuizen actually thought that the two printed models produced a better sound than the original. Not a bad result for a minor project of just five weeks!
Why should others at TU Delft get involved with 3D printing? Verlinden replies, “3D printing and other digital production techniques like laser cutting have two important advantages. First, high-end engineering: you can do things with it that would otherwise be almost impossible, in a reproducible manner.
And second, they are accessible to everyone. You can get started using inexpensive printers or printing services like i.materialise. And it can be done anywhere, whether you are in Afghanistan, at the South Pole, or in the ISS.
On Tuesday evening, Verlinden will reveal much more about 3D printing. It will not be a regular lecture, but a Human Library meeting; these are normally only open to PhD students.
See the programme of the 3D Print Week for more information about this and other activities. For the whole of this week, the Library will be highlighting the theme of 3D printing, with workshops, demonstrations, lectures, and an exhibition.