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An extensive network of ancient trade routes, the Silk Road has long stirred the imagination with tales of camel caravans and swashbuckling adventurers. It was during the Han Dynasty that China began to trade silk outside its own borders, with its materials eventually reaching as far as Rome. The empires along the route, including India, Persia and Arabia exchanged more than just goods – religions, philosophy and technologies found their way across the continent and forged political and economic relationships that became a significant factor in the development of all these civilisations.
Travelling along the original route you are following in the footsteps of Marco Polo and Genghis Khan, travelling through extraordinary landscapes and through the legendary towns and cities that once thrived and are now full of rich history – Kashgar and Samarkand to name just a few. The Silk Road was for century after century the world’s most historically important overland trade route – today it seamlessly brings together modern-paced adventure with ancient culture.
The Silk Road offers a wealth of wonderful sights and experiences. What better way to explore them than on a Wendy Wu tour?
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Tetra Vacation Tropical Slow Release Fish Food Feeder
Ensure your fish get the nutrition they need while you're away from home without the mess of other slow release feeders with Tetra Vacation Tropical Slow Release Fish Feeder Food. Unlike plaster slow release feeders, Tetra Vacation Tropical Slow Release Fish Feeder Food has an innovative gel feeder block that won't disintegrate on its own and cloud the water. Just leave it in your aquarium to encourage natural foraging.
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Students will learn all about the importance of setting in stories through this engaging and captivating packet!
In this packet, you will find:
- a special letter and 10 setting photographs from a world traveler (Students will identify the setting in each photograph.)
- Storybook Travel Journal (Students will “travel” to different settings in books and record what they see using their “Storybook Travel Journal.”)
- Draw and Write activity sheets (Only the character is in the picture, so students have to draw a setting and write a story to match the character.)
- Read and Draw (Students will read the short text and then draw a setting to match the text. This is a great way to get students to visualize!)
- See the Setting Picture Cards: Have students work in pairs. Give each student 1 sheet of blank paper. Student 1 will describe the setting on the card (they are NOT to show their partner the card) by saying, “I see ____, I see _____.” Student 2 is to draw a picture based on Student 1’s descriptions. Then, after Student 2 finishes drawing, Student 1 can reveal the card. This is an excellent way to show how important details and descriptions are in stories.
All of these activities align with the following Grade 1 English Language Arts Reading Literature Standard:
CCSS.ELA-Literacy.RL.1.7 Use illustrations and details in a story to describe its characters, setting, or events.
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Top Indian director Hansal Mehta is producing and directing a movie inspired by the true story of a gay professor as he feels the debate on sexual orientation should be a part of mainstream. His film is based on an Aligarh Muslim University professor, who was suspended for allegedly having gay sex, weeks before his retirement in 2010. S R Siras was later reinstated after Allahabad High Court revoked the suspension. He died the same year.
"The film is based on many such true incidents which are happening in our country for a long time. Marginalisation of people based on religion, caste, gender and sexual orientation is not new. Read More


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Best Slow Cooker Casseroles and More
I love my Slow Cooker (aka Crock-Pot) and must admit that I own more than 1. To be honest I own more than 2 but that is all I will admit to owning. 😛 During the summer the slow cooker is a great way to prepare dinner without heating up the kitchen but in the winter months, it allows me to provide delicious and filling dishes that warm my family from the inside out. I am always looking for new recipes to provide variety in our meals and have discovered delicious casseroles and more from my favorite bloggers.
I have compiled them together for you so that you can treat your family to these delicious meals that allow you to fi them and forget about them until dinnertime. Check out this amazing list of recipes and add these delicious Slow Cooker Casseroles to your menu planning.
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Ultimate Comics: Avengers 2 #1
By Zak Edwards
May 5, 2010 - 15:19
Well, just when I was getting hope that Millar’s next run on his Ultimates would be as good as the last, this issue comes and makes me worried. The new season of Millar’s UC Avengers, coming only after a week after the last one, feels like it was written in about ten minutes and takes about a minute to read. All action and no substance would be a fairly good assessment which, disappointingly, makes the book no better than anything else on the shelves.
I will say this though, Millar’s Punisher does not disappoint on the blood and gore front, something to keep in mind before passing this to a young reader. The story is essentially a story of The Punisher, a type of character Millar is very adept at writing. Having just recently picked up the first couple of trades of Garth Ennis' run on Punisher MAX, I have to say I don't feel like I'm reading anything different. Not to say the character isn't enjoyable, but so many pages of rehash is disappointing. But after the blood and guts, including the eight-page fight at the very beginning with little to no words, the book doesn’t have much to it. The thing is literally a blood bath and no more. Whole pages are wasted on showing the Punisher shoot things in very grandiose ways. The only thing this issue does is get the Punisher into a Captain America-esque costume, something which does interest me but, once again, could have been done in a third of the space. The decision to not have Millar play with his original recreations is a bold one I want to support, but the Avengers is becoming little more than bullets again. While fun, I was hoping for more substance and less shooting. However, the developments of the issue are what is most interesting.
Seeing what Millar does between the Punisher and Nick Fury will be
exciting and gory to be sure. But the future is the most interesting
part of the issue, as the present is a little too self-indulgent and
The change in art is a welcome one as well, with Leinil Francis Yu’s rougher style fitting the tone of the book much better than the crisp and clean style of the last artist. The book does look amazing, a bonus considering the lack of content. Yu’s characters are expressive and cool looking, certainly the Punisher’s new costume looks very cool. With all the fighting, art has to be stellar and, while it didn’t fully distract, Yu’s art is just that. His actions sequences are fun to look at, and Captain America’s angry and brutal fighting style looks awesome in Yu’s hands, as does the Punisher’s multiple murders.
6/10 Hopefully things get better. If they don’t, they’ll look good doing it!
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Passion Acrostic Poems
These Passion Acrostic poems are examples of Acrostic poems about Passion. These are the best examples of Acrostic Passion poems written by international poets.
THE GOOD THE BAD THE SPECIAL
me, strength, uplifting,
They say I am a dreamer and a true romantic fool
Happiest living in my own little world though you are welcome too ...
Vested in true intimacy they had no need for once yearly roses
Affection was not meant to be a calendar’s short-lived affair
Love and compassion would not...
dream, love, sensual,
Glorious, these midnight dreams they come,
reaching deeply into the vast aching of my desperate need,
euphoric visions of sublime tranquil beauty appear
as I slumber neath...
For You Are My Great Escape
Gently and softly, you tease me that way-
Resonating chills down my spine lead to
Enchanted fields where we become one.
Attraction becoming an ineffable distraction,
Taking me higher...
Return To Me - anacrostic
for him, hope, i
Quicken, I beseech thee, my languished loveR!
Comfort my mourning heart with hastE.
Melt like summer sweat upon my breasT.
Wick of my lantern, again sparkest thoU?
love, passion, romantic, sensual,
Spoiled rotten with chocolate and flowers
Passionate, prolonged, sultry kisses
autumn, creation, friend, humor,
B-e your kind self.
E-legant you are!
Y-ou are special,
L-ike you for you!
teacher, teachers day,
Dedicated to all teachers in the world, inclusion of lecturers, professors et al
T rained to train
E mbellished wits shelled in distinction
A lpha of acumen, Omega...
devotion, giving, mother, sympathy,
Mary Teresa of Albania became Mother Teresa of Calcutta,
Overcoming many ups and downs on the pious path she set.
Tormented by the agony of the poor...
The Fire Rages On
analogy, lost love, memory,
The moon is peeking o'er the blushing reach
Hung low to splash the skies with Milky Way
Each beam it softly weaves upon this beach
Finds me deep...
Sweet On You
deep, love, passion, romantic,
Sugar generously sprinkled
With love, atop a salivating tongue; how you'll always taste.
Enslaving; your fascinating je ne sais quoi.
Effortlessly charming; you pull me
Toward you like magnet...
10th grade, beautiful, feelings,
Psychedelic beyond belief, a
Hallucinatory surreal feeling of wonderment.
An incongruous juxtaposition of
Normal and extraordinary.
Tethered to euphoria
And amazement, while
Simultaneously maintaining credibility in a
Mesmerizing magical way.
Serve The Maker
E-arnestly serve the Maker,
N-o matter come what may;
R-emain vigorous or dynamic
I-n the midst of gray.
C-arry on despite the weather, don't decrease your intensity;...
love, meaningful, passion, write,
My sanctuary, my world...I've found in...
YOU, my dearest. You alone hold the...
Skeleton key to this...
how i feel, passion,
Perhaps the tremor was a clue, but still my Doctor did not know
A year before I got to hear that hateful word that scared me...
A reverie of amour and romance
Uncontrollable elusive passion.
The dolor of waking up without
His unblushing flaunting; pleasurable
Escort walks, where blossoms do not close
Nor hues of...
What Bliss Is
emotions, happiness, love, passion,
Wrapping me in plenary comfort with your loving arms
Heartbeats, yours and mine, beating in unison. Your...
Amorous glance that makes my happy soul dance
Telling me how...
deep, love, passion,
Unadulterated bliss when you...
Caress and kiss me...
Date written: 07/19/2019
E N T H U S I A S M
10th grade, 11th grade,
E Enthusiasm is from God
N Noble excitement that ignites others
T The life of the party, the company, the neighborhood
H Hugs and kisses in the form of passion
U Unites people faster...
fashion, hilarious, sound,
Lovely sounds while eating around
Oh what fun to make 'om nom nom' sound.
Ultimate triumph on 'smacking' a chip
Delightful 'slrup' - one can not skip.


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Study: THC In Marijuana May Treat Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Cannabis Could Slow Parkinson’s Disease Symptoms
Parkinson’s Disease is a neurodegenerative disorderthat is characterized by impaired motor functioning, among other symptoms. These motor impairments, such as shaking and rigidity, are caused by the death of brain cells responsible for dopamine-production.
Although little is known about the cause of Parkinson’s Disease, it has been linked to excess iron levels and disrupted mitochondrial dynamics in the brain. With that said, it has been suggested that cannabidiol (CBD) may help counter the mitochondria-induced brain degradation.
Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC)has exhibited similar neuroprotective success in models of Parkinson’s Disease, according to a team of researchers from Plymouth University Peninsula Schools of Medicine and Dentistry. Accordingly, they decided to investigate the mechanism behind successful cannabinoid treatments.
THC Could Help Counter Brain Degradation
A team of researchers, under the lead of Camille Carrol, Ph.D, recently published a study in the Journal of Neurology, Neurosurgery and Psychiatrythat explored the effects of THC on Parkinson’s Disease. In order to do so, they first exposed cells to MPP+, a positively-charged, toxic molecule that causes neuronal cell death in Parkinson’s.
At this point, the researchers treated the cells with a.) THC or b.) pioglitazone – a prescription drug for diabetes that has also been found to have neuroprotective effects. Both compounds have been found to reduce inflammation in Parkinson’s Disease models in the past.
“These findings suggest that THC may help treat Parkinson’s Disease in more ways than one.”
According to the study, each compound reduced the effect of THC relied on activation of the PPARy receptor – pioglitazone seemed to work under a separate mechanism. They also both reversed the negative effects of MPP+, which lowers the level of PGC1α – a protein tied to mitochondria replication
Another determination made by the study is that MPP+ reduced the amount of a protein necessary for mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) replication. In this case, only THC reversed the effects of MPP+. Similarly, THC increased the amount of mtDNA itself as well.
Mitochondria generate much of a cell’s chemical energy and are often referred to as the “cellular power plant,” which should help explain how horrific large-scale mitochondrial death would be; it can cause the brain to degrade.
That being said, these findings suggest that THC may help treat Parkinson’s Disease in more ways than one. More studies must be done before cannabinoid treatment becomes widely accepted, but findings that it may reduce inflammation and prevent brain degradation suggest a wide range of benefits for Parkinson’s patients.

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Today in Russia, at least 1.5 million people live in cities that no one from the outside world is allowed to visit.
Many don’t appear on maps. Some have no road signs to indicate where they are. Still more are so cloaked in secrecy that people outside Russia don’t even know what they’re called.
Read more on this in the source site, after the first two sentences. Click.. here.
Source Credits: Matilda Long in Yahoo News.

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BSc(Hons), MPsych (Ed & Dev)
Gudrun is a registered psychologist, who completed her Masters in Educational and Developmental Psychology at Monash University. She is passionate about helping children and young people, and has previous experience in schools, private practice and hospital settings in the UK, South Africa and Australia. She has experience providing counselling, psychoeducational assessment and evidence based intervention for both individuals and groups.
Gudrun aims to empower young people and their families to manage the various difficulties they face within a safe, comfortable and non-judgemental environment.
Gudrun uses a range of psychological strategies to work with children and young people who are experiencing a variety of concerns:
- Family Issues
- School Refusal
- Grief and Loss
- Self Harming Behaviours
- Social, Emotional or Behavioural Difficulties

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COOKEVILLE – Academy Sports + Outdoors opened its newest distribution center Tuesday, and the Cookeville operation will support the company’s network of stores throughout the Midwest along with a growing e-commerce business, officials said.
Executives with the Katy, Texas-based company – along with Gov. Bill Haslam and other state and local officials – gathered at the 1.6 million square foot facility to celebrate the occasion. The distribution center is Academy’s third; it will bring approximately 700 new jobs to the area over a five-year period.
“This is an incredibly exciting time for Academy Sports + Outdoors. Bringing this distribution facility online is a tremendous accomplishment that is the result of many years of hard work, dedication and planning by countless Academy team members, along with the many city, county, state and other local officials,” Academy Sports + Outdoors president and CEO J.K. Symancyk said. “We are looking forward to serving this community, our stores and our customers in this region for many years to come.”
Academy announced in August 2014 its plans for the state-of-the-art plant, which is located on 257.38 total acres just outside the Highlands Business Park along Interstate 40 on the west side of Cookeville. It’s considered one of the region’s most significant economic development wins and is the largest distribution facility in Tennessee under one roof – an accomplishment that should be considered “a badge of honor,” Cookeville Mayor Ricky Shelton said.
“I can’t tell you what a big deal it is to us that you chose Tennessee,” Haslam said. “Academy is a world-class brand that can choose to do business anywhere. It says a great deal about our business climate that they are creating jobs here.”
Symancyk said Tuesday that Academy is “well underway” meeting its hiring targets. At the Cookeville-Putnam County Chamber annual meeting in February, officials said they had already added 324 team members from seven Upper Cumberland counties, about 60 percent who hail from Cookeville/Putnam. More than a dozen employees are Tennessee Tech alumni. More jobs are available; individuals interested can visit www.academy.com/careers to apply.
Academy Sports + Outdoors is considered a low price leader on products like casual and athletic footwear and apparel; golf; field & stream and camping; patio, barbecue, recreation and leisure; and sports and fitness equipment and gear. The company is headquartered in Katy, with a distribution facility there as well as a second distribution center in Jeffersonville, Georgia.
Overall, Academy has 210 stores in 15 states. It currently operates 11 stores in Tennessee. It’s also planning a store in the proposed Shoppes at Eagle Pointe development along Interstate Drive in Cookeville, according to site plans.

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Pokemon Theme Birthday Decor
Celebrate your child's birthday with a set of iconic Pokemon Decorations
2 Frill foil curtains (Red and Golden)
1 Happy Birthday cursive silver foil balloon
Arch of 70 balloons of colour 30 Yellow latex, 30 Red latex and 10 Black latex
6 Pokemon theme foil balloon
1 Digit Silver Foil balloon (30 inch)
15 Free floating balloons
1 Pixel Light
Decoration outside City limits
About The Experience
It's a Pokemon Paradise! Step into the world of Pokemon, complete with the theme colours and some fan-favourite characters like Pikachu and the Pokeball with the Pokemon Theme Birthday Decor!
CherishX designed this wall decor for both kids and adults alike. The kids like to enjoy celebrating with their favourite characters, and the adults enjoy the nostalgia of the pokemon show that they too would have seen in their childhood.
This wall Decor consists of - 2 Frill foil curtains (Red and Golden), 1 Happy Birthday cursive silver foil balloon, an Arch of 70 balloons of colour 30 Yellow latex, 30 Red latex, and 10 Black latex balloons, 6 Pokemon theme foil balloons, 1 Digit Silver Foil balloon (30 inches), 15 Free floating balloons and 1 Pixel Light.
You can also add some customizations to the Wall Decor package. You could get a guitarist to come and sing at your birthday, or some memory strings depicting the growth of your child, the options are numerous!
All you have to do is-
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- Choose the Pokemon Theme Birthday decor option
- Add any customizations you wish
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- More than 24 hours before experience: Cancellation with 90% Refund
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- No Cancellation is possible for experiences booked for 13th and 14th February as these are Valentine's Special Packages.

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Formed in 2015, The Elephant Trees are one of the most exciting bands to come out of the UK in the last couple of years. Taking inspiration from an eclectic range of artists from Biffy to Ed Sheeran, it’s understandable that every song the band have are different, have a new spin on and 90 Degrees is no different.
The song starts very differently to what was anticipated with the band often siding with more acoustic style’s of music. Instead heavy, staccato guitars kick the song off before Martha’s strong vocal crashes in. The rough riff continues throughout the verse into the catchy chorus hook. The track is full of energy with fun lyrics mixed with darker tones. The lead guitar middle eight section sets the track alight and the progression into the final chorus is sure to be a crowd pleaser (cue the pits) and almost sounds like a different song entirely.
The track is ambitious, explosive and quite simply brilliant. The way in which the music layers is fantastic with the subtle but heavy bassline that runs throughout a particular highlight. Unlike other tracks, Martha’s more singer-songwriter style doesn’t come through as much here and their other influences take over (no complaints from me) and I think that this track is almost needed for the live show, to give the set some “oomph” so to speak. This track has propelled them from being a band that belongs on the smaller stages producing high quality music to a band that can set the main stages on fire and make the bigger acts keep one eye over their shoulder.
If you want to hear this track as it should be, head down to The Wardrobe in Leeds for the Launch (2nd March) tickets here –> http://www.lunatickets.co.uk/event/the-elephant-trees/the-wardrobe/1062061/.


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Well Sixers! I can join in on one meal at least. This week on my change one diet and fitness plan book, by readers digest! I eat 300-400 cals for breakfast
So this morning I made a fruit smoothie w/ fresh strawberries and pineapple and mango w/ yogurt and ice
Mini serving of cherrios w/ skim milk!
YAY! I've decided to spend all this week focusing on my breakfast meal AND instead of saying...well you didn't do well at lunch! I'm not on my lunch week yet. That will be monday!
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Paige Ivey Evatt, who graduated from UTC in 2007 with a bachelor’s degree in political science and women’s studies, transitioned from an officer of the court to a “creative entrepreneur.”
A look back at 2022 spring commencement through the lenses of the UTC photography and video teams.
Elyse Newland was recently recognized by the American Stroke Association with its Caregiver Hero Award.
Mercedes Llanos has exhibitions in New York and Paris this summer.
UTC graduate student Thomas Wiegand has been awarded the Garden Club of America’s Catherine H. Beattie Fellowship in Conservation Horticulture.
The Legends and Leaders dinner celebrated and recognized accomplishments of the recipients of the highest honors bestowed by the UTC Office of Development and Alumni Affairs.
The UTC Office of Development and Alumni Affairs will honor the classes of 2020 and 2021 during an April 7 award celebration.
Albert Woodard will receive the 2021 Distinguished Alumni Award at the UTC Office of Development and Alumni Affairs’ Legends and Leaders Award dinner April 7.
Erika Milczek will receive the 2021 Outstanding Young Alumni Award at the UTC Office of Development and Alumni Affairs’ Legends and Leaders Award dinner April 7.
The Allens have included the UTC athletics department in their estate plan, creating a substantial planned gift called the Glenn and MiDori Allen Endowed Athletics Scholarship.


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Mechanisms of speciation in plants associated to mating system transitions (TransSpeciation) is a scientific project funded by the Spanish Ministry of Economy and Innovation.
The speciation process triggers the emergence of new species and its study helps not only with understanding evolutionary questions but also with a better management of the natural biodiversity. The causes and consequences of speciation have drawn the attention of scientists from the beginnings of the evolutionary biology. However, while the ecological mechanisms and consequences of speciation were extensively explored in many organisms during decades, it was not until recent years, with the vertiginous development and increasing affordability of new sequencing technologies, when integrated approximations to the study of speciation, including its genomic aspects, have become increasingly feasible. The causes of speciation lie in a continuous interaction between ecological and genetic mechanisms. The importance of natural selection for creating barriers to gene flow between diverging taxa (ecological speciation) has been recognised. However, there are only few examples in which the identification of the selective pressures and reproductive barriers driving speciation were accompanied by the identification of genes underlying the speciation process and its consequences on diverging taxa. One of this consequences is the evolutionary transitions between diferent mating systems in plants. An adequate choice of a study system allowing the multidisciplinary exploration of these questions as a whole is crucial.
In this project, I will study a close related group of taxa included in two species belonging to the genus Erysimum L.: E. incanum and E. wilczekianum. Although both species share many phenotypic and habit similarities, they strongly differ in floral sizes and pollinator assemblages. A multidisciplinary approach including the evaluation of the reproductive barriers and the study of the selective pressures driving them, together with the identification of the genes underlying these species divergence will be carried out. Finally, the consequences of this speciation event will be explored by the assessment of the phylogenetic relationship and the functional genomic consequences of the mating system transition.
PI: Mohamed Abdelaziz
Collaborators: M. Bakkali, JM Gómez, F. Perfectti


INDOT receives public comment on pedestrian crossing near Bosse H.S.
EVANSVILLE, Ind. (WFIE) - The Indiana Department of Transportation (INDOT) held a public meeting at the Bosse High School cafeteria in Evansville on Wednesday evening.
You can watch the entire meeting n the video below:
The meeting was to offer the public a chance to comment on the recommended pedestrian crossing on US 41 at Washington Ave.
Project materials are available to view online or upon request.
Both state and federal funds are available for construction.
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Launching at the Rocky Mountain show this month the Innuos PhoenixUSB reclocker is designed to upgrade the performance of network servers by providing three functions. It’s a USB regenerator, a linear power supply and an external master clock with its own linear power supply. The tech behind these elements is derived directly from Innuos’ flagship Statement network server, one the finest examples of its kind.
The key elements of the PhoenixUSB consist of a USB chip regenerating the signal contains no switching regulators. All three independent voltages to the chip originate from an independent linear power supply with further regulation provided by three sets of LT3045 regulators. A 3PPB OCXO clock running directly at 24MHz and connected via a board track just a couple of inches away from the USB chip. This is so that no precision is lost within cables and connectors, as is the case when using an external master 10MHz clock with an additional 24MHz clock generator.
It has two independent Statement-level linear power supplies, one dedicated to the OCXO clock and the other used for powering the USB chip/5V USB line. While designed to enhance the performance of Innuos servers its USB input means that it should work with a range of network servers. A sample has been requested.
Retail pricing of the new PhoenixUSB Reclocker will be $3,149 USD, $4,099 CAD, €2,499 Eur, £2,249 GBP.


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No matter how good your research and study skills, the ultimate test for the law student is the exam. This book explains how to tackle problem and essay questions typically found in exam papers, and how to draft successful answers. The authors clearly guide students through the process of planning and structuring answers, providing essential advice on what to include and what to leave out. The book's 50 questions and model answers are divided into chapters covering all major topics. Each question is supported by clear commentary indicating exactly what examiners are looking for, followed by an answer plan listing key points to cover. Chapters begin with an introduction focusing on important points, and end with suggestions for further reading. Online Resource Centre An Online Resource Centre accompanies the book, providing revision and exam advice, links to useful websites, and a glossary to develop students' understanding of subject-specific terms.
Richard Clements is a Principal Lecturer in Law and Director of International and External Relations for Law Undergraduates at the University of the West of England, Bristol. Philip Jones is a solicitor and Senior Lecturer in Law at the University of the West of England, Bristol.
Table of Contents
Table of Cases
Table of Statutes
Constitutions; the Nature and Sources of the United Kingdom Constitution
Prime Minister and Cabinet
The Royal Prerogative
The Rule of Law; the Separation of Powers
The Human Rights Act 1998
Freedom to Protest and Police Powers
Freedom of Expression
Administrative Law: Judicial Review
Public Authority Proceedings
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How do you know if your cat has rabies? Let’s find out together…
Your adorable feline friend can bring joy and happiness to your life, but, did you know that cats can get rabies, just like dogs?
Rabies is a serious illness that can affect both animals and humans, and it’s important to know the signs of rabies in cats.
In this blog post, we’ll take a closer look at how to tell if your cat has rabies and what you should do if you suspect your cat has been infected.
How Do You Know If Your Cat Has Rabies
Rabies is a serious viral disease that can affect cats, and early symptoms of rabies in cats may include fever, decreased appetite, and lethargy.
As rabies progresses in cats, symptoms can include weakness or paralysis of the legs, seizures, hypersalivation, difficulty breathing, and abnormal behavior.
There is no definitive test for rabies in living animals, so if you suspect your cat has been exposed to rabies, you should take them to a veterinarian immediately.
Unfortunately, there is no known cure for rabies in cats, and the disease is fatal once symptoms appear.
Let’s break it down further…
Signs and Symptoms of Rabies in Cats
Here are some common signs and symptoms of rabies in cats:
Some rabid cats may exhibit hyperactivity and restlessness, which can lead to accidents.
They might act erratically, such as by pacing or turning in circles, and they might be more sensitive to touch or sounds.
It’s crucial to give your cat a calm and quiet environment if they are acting hyperactively.
To assist control your cat’s hyperactivity, you can also talk with your veterinarian about prescription choices.
Cats who have rabies may experience paralysis, especially in their rear legs.
They may find it difficult to walk or move around as a result, and they may also experience bladder and bowel incontinence.
When rabies affects cats, paralysis can be a dangerous symptom.
It’s crucial to seek veterinarian attention right once if your cat is paralyzed.
Prescription drugs, physical therapy, and supportive care are all potential treatment choices.
3. Unusual vocalizations
Cats with rabies sometimes make strange sounds, such as growling, hissing, or screaming.
Additionally, they might vocalize more frequently or in a distinctive tone from typical. Both the cat and its owners may find this upsetting.
Unusual vocalizations from your cat could be an indication of pain or suffering.
To identify the underlying cause of the vocalizations and to administer the proper therapy, it is crucial to seek veterinarian care.
4. Sudden Aggression
Cats with rabies may become hostile to people and other animals.
They may strike without warning and exhibit other aggressive behaviors like growling or hissing.
When cats have rabies, aggression can be a serious symptom. It’s crucial to get veterinarian attention right away if your cat is showing indications of aggression.
Your cat’s symptoms can be managed by your vet, who may also suggest behavior modification strategies to assist your cat stop acting aggressively in the future.
5. High body temperature (Fever)
The most typical sign of cat rabies is a high body temperature or feverish feeling.
If a cat has rabies, its temperature may rise above 102.5 °F, and it may feel warm to the touch.
Applying a cool, moist cloth to your cat’s body will help lower their temperature if they have one.
Check that the fabric is not excessively cold because this can result in hypothermia.
It’s crucial to keep an eye on your cat’s temperature and seek medical attention if the fever lasts or rises too high.
6. Difficulty Swallowing and Excessive Salivation
It may be challenging for the cat to consume food or liquids if it has rabies since it can damage the swallowing muscles.
When trying to swallow, they could make choking or gag noises, and they might also have excessive salivation.
Keep your cat’s mouth and chin dry and clean if they are drooling excessively.
You can remove the saliva by gently wiping it away with a moist towel or cloth.
You can try giving your cat little, moistened food bits or syringe-feeding a liquid diet if you notice that they are having trouble swallowing.
It’s crucial to seek veterinary attention if your cat is slobbering excessively or having trouble swallowing.
Cats with rabies may experience seizures. These might be anything from slight twitches to complete convulsions.
The virus can harm the cat’s brain and nervous system, which can result in seizures.
It’s crucial to keep your cat secure and at ease if they are experiencing seizures. Any furniture or things that could hurt your cat during the seizure should be moved.
Never attempt to restrict or place anything in your cat’s mouth. Immediately seek veterinary care.
8. Rapid Changes in Appetite
Cats with rabies may lose their appetite rapidly, which can result in malnutrition and weight loss.
Additionally, they can grow bored with their typical favorite foods and snacks.
In order to attempt and pique your cat’s interest in eating, it’s vital to provide them with a variety of different meals.
To make sure that your cat is getting the nutrients they require, you can also talk to your veterinarian about nutritional supplements.
9. Rapid Changes in Sensitivity
Cats with rabies may develop excessive sensitivity to touch or sound.
They could become hostile when touched or approached, or they might be easily startled by abrupt movements or loud noises.
Make sure your cat has a peaceful, calm environment if they are touch or sound-sensitive.
Avoid making sudden or loud noises that can surprise your cat.
Seek veterinarian attention if your cat is being aggressive or anxious so that the cause and the best course of action can be determined.
Diagnosis of Rabies in Cats
The diagnosis of rabies in cats is typically done through laboratory tests on brain tissue after the cat has died.
It is not possible to accurately diagnose rabies in a living cat, as the disease has a long incubation period and symptoms can take weeks or even months to appear.
Rabies is a serious and potentially fatal disease, so if you suspect your cat has been exposed to the virus, it is important to seek veterinary care immediately.
Your veterinarian can advise you on the best course of action and help determine if testing for rabies is necessary.
It can be done in three phases:
- Physical exam
- Laboratory tests
- Confirmation of rabies
Treatment for Rabies in Cats
There is no treatment for rabies in cats once the symptoms appear because rabies is a viral disease that is almost always fatal in animals, including cats.
Once a cat is showing symptoms, treatment is supportive care to keep them comfortable until they pass away.
The best way to prevent your cat from getting rabies is to keep them vaccinated against the disease.
Cat Humane euthanasia can be recommended if the disease is strongly suspected.
If you suspect your cat has been bitten by a rabid animal, seek veterinary care immediately so that your cat can receive a booster vaccine and be monitored for any signs of infection.
Learn more about comforting a sick cat.
Prevention of Rabies in Cats
The best way to prevent rabies in cats is to keep their vaccinations up-to-date.
In most areas, rabies vaccinations are required by law for all cats.
It is important to bring your cat to the veterinarian for regular checkups to ensure they are healthy and to receive recommended vaccines, including the rabies vaccine.
It is also important to keep your cat indoors and avoid contact with stray animals that may carry the disease.
If you suspect that your cat has been exposed to rabies, seek veterinary care immediately.
Additionally, make sure to report any stray animals or wildlife that appear sick or behave abnormally to local animal control authorities to help prevent the spread of the disease.
Learn more about the common signs that your cat is sick.
What is rabies and can cats get it?
Rabies is a virus that affects the nervous system and can be fatal in both animals and humans. Yes, cats can get rabies just like other mammals.
How do cats get rabies?
Cats usually get rabies through a bite from an infected animal such as a raccoon, bat, or another cat.
What are the symptoms of rabies in cats?
The symptoms of rabies in cats can vary, but some common signs include changes in behavior, excessive drooling, aggression, and paralysis.
Can humans get rabies from a rabid cat?
Yes, humans can get rabies from any infected mammal, including cats.
It’s important to seek medical attention immediately if you suspect you’ve been exposed to a rabid cat.
Learn more about humans getting worms from cats.
How can I prevent my cat from getting rabies?
The best way to prevent your cat from getting rabies is to keep them up to date on their vaccinations and avoid contact with wild animals or stray cats.
Learn more about different ways indoor cats get parasites.
What should I do if I think my cat has rabies?
If you suspect your cat has rabies, it’s important to seek veterinary care immediately.
Do not attempt to handle or treat the cat yourself, as rabies is a serious and potentially fatal disease.
Learn more about comforting a dying cat.
In conclusion, knowing the signs and symptoms of rabies in cats is crucial in preventing the spread of this deadly virus.
If your cat has been acting strangely or displaying any of the symptoms mentioned earlier, it’s important to seek veterinary attention immediately.
Early diagnosis and treatment could mean the difference between life and death for your beloved feline friend.
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Above is a pic from a racist cotton ad campaign you can read about at contexts.org
Recently non-profit Organic Exchange released a list of top organic cotton buyers. Nike, Walmart and European clothing retailer H&M topped the list and which I wrote about HERE.
I was surprised by European ultra trendy retailer H&M was embroiled in a green scandal earlier this year, where they were said to have been committing organic cotton fraud. They sold clothes labeled as “certified-organic cotton” when it was actually genetically modified cotton from India.
Farmers in Haiti are set to burn genetically modified seeds donated by herbicide manufacturer Monsanto so it’s understood globally that genetically modified crops are bad news.
But still some may ask why would anybody want to buy organic cotton?
“Cotton is the second most pesticide-laden crop in the world (after coffee) and number one in the United States.” ~ecouterre.com
As far as your food is concerned cottonseed oil is a common ingredient in salty snack foods like potato chips and the hulls of cottonseed are used in cow feed. Among other issues with beef and pesticides on your vegetables you need to be concerned with pesticides in your beef.
Pesticides have recently been found to be linked to ADHD in children as well as cancer. They find their way into the groundwater, much of which is drinking water in the US. Organic cotton is grown with more ethical considerations for those who grow it because pesticide exposure is eliminated when farming.
Organic cotton, or organic anything, can help to lower food costs due to the fact that bee populations won’t be wiped out, so they can pollinate away and lower the amount of work done to get produce to you.
So it’s a good look all around and worth considering.


More to the story. Catherine Giudici defended The Bachelor after several alums claimed they were manipulated by producers on the ABC series.
The 34-year-old Bachelor season 17 winner took to Instagram to answer fan questions during the Monday, February 1, episode of Matt James’ season. When asked to spill “all the tea” behind-the-scenes of “producer manipulation,” Giudici opened up about her experience on the show in 2013.
“I’m sure there has to be some level of ‘manipulation,’ but we also have freedom of choice to say things that we want to say or don’t want to say,” she explained. “For instance, I said, ‘No, I don’t want to talk about that’ and they didn’t push it.”
When asked whether “producer tactics get annoying” or “calculated,” Giudici replied, “We can say no to them too though!”
She explained: ”OK, I get that you guys think, especially with all this stuff coming out, but I also feel like we’re adults that go on a show and we should know that they’re not making us do things that we’re not supposed to do. So, let’s take responsibility for everything.”
Giudici is seemingly referring to Dylan Barbour’s allegations that Jed Wyatt was treated unfairly on Hannah Brown’s season 15 of The Bachelorette.
“You gotta understand the game. They get paid off you doing s—t that warrants screen time,” Barbour tweeted on Sunday, January 31, referring to producers. “It’s easy to make a bad person look worse, it’s hard to make a good person look bad. … They don’t care about people.”
Barbour, who met fiancée Hannah Godwin on season 6 of Bachelor in Paradise, also claimed that producers have “nearly all control” over which men and women receive roses, don’t let the cast sleep “normal hours” and “purposely edit things to warrant bullying.”
When asked who from their season was “the most screwed over by production,” Barbour answered Wyatt, claiming that he didn’t “cheat” on Brown.
Back in 2019, Wyatt and Brown’s relationship came crashing down after allegations surfaced that he had a girlfriend at home when he left to film the pageant queen’s season. Brown learned about the other woman, Haley Stevens, after she accepted a proposal from the “Risk” singer.
“I was highly manipulated and from it deeply mentally affected from the show, and 2. No, I never cheated. Ever. On Haley or Hannah,” the singer said on Sunday via Instagram, adding that he planned to spill more on his podcast on Tuesday, February 2.
The Bachelor airs on ABC Mondays at 8 p.m. ET.
Why did Colton Underwood have to stay 100 yards away from Cassie Randolph? Hear the alleged crazy texts he sent her that earned him a restraining order. In under 2 minutes!


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5 Comments »31st January, 2011; Category: Adelaide Zoo, Birds, Zoos
The Bush Stone-curlew is a species I have yet to see in its natural environment. They are not all that common here in South Australia, so I was pleased to see and photograph this bird recently in the Pelican enclosure at Adelaide Zoo. The white thing pointing at it in the top left hand corner of the photo is actually the beak of a pelican.
Bush Stone-curlews are found in the western half of Western Australia, across northern Australia and in eastern and south eastern Australia. In some parts of their former range they are now uncommon to rare in areas settled for farming or urban sprawl except in Brisbane suburbs where they seem to thrive.
Saw one of these in my carport this evening. I live in north Brisbane area and I have seen them around a couple of times but not this close. It was an amazing experience to watch and listen to it. Couldn’t get a photo through the screen door and didn’t want to risk my cat getting out to “question” it. He is an inside only cat.
What an amazing experience indeed. I have only ever seen them in the zoo. I need to travel more.
Hi, We are lucky to welcome two Curlew birds that have made their home in a garden in the school grounds, imagine their surprise this morning when they realised the quiet oasis they chose is actually home to over 1500 students. They seem quite happy and are lovely to look at. I look forward to seeing their family grow in the coming months.
Further note, we are located in North Brisbane 😀
Thanks for leaving your comments.What a wonderful experience for the students – it certainly must have been a shock to the birds, though. Let’s hope they hang around.


Paulo Sergio’s first game in charge as Hearts manager was a successful one as the Tynecastle side ran out easy winners against Hungarian outfit Paksi 4-1 on the night 5-2 on aggregate, securing their Europa League play-off place, alongside Celtic and Rangers.
Ryan Stevenson scored two first half goals to give the hosts a 2-0 half time lead, before further goals from John Sutton and Rudi Skacel sealed the Jambos progression. However Paks grabbed a consolation goal late on through Daniel Bode
Hearts will not await their Europa League fate, with the draw being made tomorrow in Nyon, Switzerland.
Note: Due to our previous statements in regards to Hearts, we did not send a match reporter to Tynecastle for the game nor will we produce anything more than a brief report on the game – due to our stance over the Craig Thomson issue.


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Revelations in the field of quantum physics have resulted in the discovery of the Amplituhedron
, a jewel-like higher dimensional object whose volume elegantly predicts fundamental physical processes that took the brilliant Dr. Richard Feynman hundreds of pages of abstruse mathematics
The theoretical manifold not only enables simple pen-and-paper calculation of physics that would normally require supercomputers
to work out, but also challenges basic assumptions about the nature of reality -- forgoing the core concepts of locality
and suggesting that space and time are merely emergent properties of a timeless, infinitely-sided "master amplituhedron," whose geometry represents the sum total of all physical interactions.
More: The 152-page source paper on arXiv [PDF]
- Lead author Nima Arkani-Hamed
's hour-long lecture at SUSY 2013
- Scans of Arkani-Hamed's handwritten lecture notes
- A far more detailed lecture series "Scattering Without Space Time": one
- Arkani-Hamed previously on MeFi
- A hot-off-the-presses Wikipedia page
(watch this space)
You and Your Research
was a talk given by Richard Hamming
in 1986. Read it if you have an interest in doing first-class work.


Universities in the Philadelphia area were on high alert today after a threat directed at them was posted on 4chan’s /r9k/ board. The anonymous threat (everything is anonymous on 4chan) deliberately called to mind the threat/warning posted on the same message board last week, the day before a gunman shot and killed eight students and one professor at Umpqua Community College in Oregon.
“The first of our kind has struck fear into the hearts of America,” the writer of the new threat declared.
His cries have been heard, even by the president. This is only the beginning. On October 5, 2015 at 1:00 PM CT, a fellow robot will take up arms against a university near Philadelphia. His cries will be heard, his victims will cower in fear, and the strength of the Union will decay a little more. …
Martyr yourself for the cause or support those who have the courage to do so. We have the chance to make the world a better place for betas everywhere.
The deadline passed without incident — as did the deadline for a similar threat directed at schools in Edinburgh. Scotland, posted shortly after the Oregon shootings — but not without shaking a lot of people up.
Now the most malevolent trolls on the /r9k/ board, knowing that they have the attention of the world, are rhapsodizing about the coming “beta rebellion,” gleefully mocking the victims of the Oregon shootings, and posting threats aimed at an assortment of schools around the world, from Texas to the Netherlands.
And so, alongside more traditional /r9k/ topics as “Post your waifu” and “DAILY REMINDER THAT ALL FEMALES ARE DECEIVING SUBHUMAN WHORES,” the board today is filled with simultaneously ridiculous and chilling messages like these:
4chan being what it is, other anons are posting ironic “threats” aimed at, among other places, the moon, Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941, and Whoville — the latter a reference to a news reporter who mistook the board’s meme mascot, a frog called Pepe, for the Grinch.
In the wake of a mass shooting that left ten people dead, this is all a good deal less than hilarious. Yes, yes, 4chan apologists, I know that the anons writing the “real threats” are most likely shitposters, like the anons joking about shooting up the moon, in that they most likely have no intention of carrying out their threats.
But at the same time it’s clear they do intend to terrorize real people with their probably fake threats. As they know well, we have to take them seriously, given that a similar threat on the same message board only a few days ago was followed by an actual, real-world massacre.
This isn’t shitposting so much as it is terrorism, a form of terrorism enabled and in some ways encouraged by 4chan’s anonymous nature.
Aside from the picture of Hitler, there’s not much deliberate irony in this discussion. These are two people discussing the future of a would-be political movement, in the wake of an act of terrorism that may be tied to the message board they are posting on. One thinks the terror caused by the shootings in Oregon will lead people to take their “issues” seriously; the second sees to think that continued violence is the only answer.
I’m not seeing a joke here.


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Journal Review: Nursing home patients have hospice potential
Nursing home patients have hospice potential
Study shows patients don't elect hospice benefit
Nursing home residents can benefit from hospice services provided in the nursing home, according to Harvard Medical School researchers.1
Key findings reported in an article published in the Journal of Pain and Symptom Management found:
Hospice in nursing homes can provide high quality end-of-life care and offers benefits such as reduced hospitalizations and improved pain management.
The provision of hospice care in nursing homes has been shown to have positive effects on nonhospice residents, which suggests indirect benefits on nursing home clinical practices.
Hospice is relatively underutilized among nursing home residents at the end of life.
While most hospice care in the United States is provided in the home, the use of hospice in nursing homes has risen in recent years. This growth has coincided with increased use of hospice care more generally.
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization reports that more than 1.4 million Americans receive care from the nation's hospice providers annually, with 22.8% residing in a nursing home. However, only 6% of nursing home residents in the United States elect the hospice benefit, even though nearly one in four deaths in the United States occur in a nursing home.
Authors of the study found that nursing home hospice patients received the same high-quality care as those hospice patients living in their own homes.
Compared to similar residents not enrolled in hospice, previous studies reviewed by the researchers found nursing home hospice patients were more likely to be assessed for pain, twice as likely to receive daily treatment for pain, and more likely to receive pain management in accordance with clinical guidelines. They also were less likely to require hospitalization in the final 30 days of life.
The importance of communication and coordination between the hospice provider and the nursing home staff as well as the need for more education on end-of-life care among professionals was another point clearly shown in the literature reviewed.
1. Stevenson DG, Bramson JS. Hospice care in the nursing home setting: A review of the literature. J Pain Symptom Manage 2009; 38:440-451. tNursing home residents can benefit from hospice services provided in the nursing home, according to Harvard Medical School researchers.
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Walter Lang, and daughter Cindy, of Lang's Landscape Service in Greenland, NH, review the planned construction of the Kittery Memorial Park
with its Circle of Honor to all veterans and the USS Thresher Memorial Courtyard,
Benches and Memorial menhir.
.....and check the Circle of Honor Progress.
Lang's Landscape Service's workers install granite
cobblestones for the Circle of Honor in Memorial Park.
Walter Lang and Gerald Mylroie, town
planner and architectural landscape designer for Memorial Circle
and Memorial Park, discuss the plan and the importance of
the Memorial Water Stone
at the center of the Memorial Park's Circle of
Honor for all veterans,
as well as the USS Thresher sailors, who gave their
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Aleksander Nordaas’ Thale is released on DVD today. Here’s my review for Cinetalk.
“Calm down, that’s better, good girl,” says the male voice heard playing (along with sounds of a woman in a state of extreme distress) on a visible cassette tape at the beginning of Thale – and so this latest feature from Aleksander Nordaas (Sirkel) seems to be declaring itself from the outset as ‘torture porn’.
Moments later the film shifts into generic territories of a more comedic bent, and viewers might be excused for wondering if they are watching Norway’s answer to Sunshine Cleaning as we are introduced to a pair of amiable slackers in biohazard suits cleaning up the house where a dead woman has been found “more or less stuck to the floor”. Or at least one of them, Leo (Jon Sigve Skord), is cleaning, while his buddy, hilariously named Elvis (Erlend Nervold), vomits repeatedly into a bucket. After all, Elvis is just there as a favour to his friend, whose No Shit Cleaning Service is short-staffed.
The duo is called to another job, this time out in the woods where the body of an elderly man has been found, lying outside his home and long dead. Clearing the outhouse, Elvis discovers a well-hidden door leading to a basement complex full of out-of-date food tins, creepy anatomical illustrations, a bath, and a cassette recorder – and as he plays the tape-recording that opened the film, a naked young woman emerges from her hiding place. This is Thale (Silje Reinåmo) – mute, starving, clearly traumatised, and bewildered by the presence of two kind strangers in her dark, underground cell.
Now, it would appear, we have entered the realms of Michael or Chained– a Fritzl-inflected horror story of child abduction and imprisonment. In a way we have, except that by this point, through a carefully modulated set of disorienting misdirections, writer/director Nordaas has primed his viewers to expect the unexpected – and as Leo and Elvis hang around waiting for the police to arrive and gradually uncovering (through the old man’s tape recordings and other, more unconventional means) the strange foundling’s backstory, the unexpected is precisely what is delivered by this low-budget, high-ambition rewriting of local ancient folklore in a modern idiom. Its closest filmic analogue is Switzerland’s first horror title Sennentuntschi or, from much closer to home, Troll Hunter – but Thale is very much telling its own
Packed into the lean 76-min running time is some very slick handling of disparate genre materials (and freaky CGI), as well as a neat paralleling of Thale’s hidden status and the two men’s reticence about their own problems, as though concealment defined not just the indigenous mythology but also the national character. So it seems appropriate that these two benign cleaners should be responsible for opening the doors, letting in some air, and throwing light upon Norway’s repressed identity. Thale may be concerned with, amongst other things, atrocious abuse, but the essential goodness of Elvis and Leo ensures that the film remains miraculously sweet-natured.
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Luxury Living demonstrated one more time its passion for the contemporary art. For the occasion of the 12th edition of Art Basel Miami, that took place on December 5- 8, Luxury Living showcased in its Miami showroom some reeditions of celebrated Parisian designer Maria Pergay for Fendi Casa, as well as the works of the artist Fabio Pietrantonio.
But the event was also an opportunity to unveil for the first time the most recent collections of Bentley Home. Maria Pergay’s iconic works were reinvented and produced in a limited edition as one of a kind piece.
Luxury Living is the the luxury furniture brand of Club House Italia SpA, the upholstered furniture company founded by Alberto Vignatelli in the early seventies. A knowledge of and research into materials, creativity and quality became strategic factors in the company’s development and, in just a short time, this also underwent a process of continuous technological growth and innovation. To date, the company, which is strongly projected towards an international product distribution vision, has developed the BRANDS GALLERY collections, related to the international fashion brand names and SIGNATURE GALLERY signed by design icons. In this perspective, the direct LUXURY LIVING showrooms and the distribution through luxury furniture stores have brought significant results in Europe and the rest of the world.

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New African Soccer Awards have announced West Ham United’s Senegalese striker Diafra Sakho as the English Premier League African Player of the Month for October.
Sakho, 24, who had been in the final shortlist for the previous two months running, staved off challenges of fellow Hammer Alex Song and Swansea City’s Wilfried Bony to win the award.
Sakho has been in excellent form for his club since arriving in England from Metz in France, striking a good partnership with record signing Enner Valencia. In the last weekend of October, Sakho entered West Ham record books, equalling Mick Quinn’s record of scoring six in six Premier league games in a row for West Ham. This he achieved in scoring what turned out to be the winner against champions Manchester City in the 2-1 triumph at Upton Park.
Awards Director and CEO of New African Soccer Tunde Adelakun said “Sakho is well worth this award, and it was great to see the overwhelming support and endorsement he got from our social media followers. We believe that this Award will spur him to continue doing what he is doing”.
Commenting on the impact of the Awards on the players, Adelakun said “We believe that this Award will spur Diafra into continuing to do what he is doing, just as we saw the impact it has had on previous winners Mame Biram Diouf and Victor Wanyama who can’t seem to stop scoring these days”, he concluded.
The Award will be presented to Sakho in the coming days.

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I propose a revised proverb: “A few cups of tea a day keep the doctors away.” The ancient Chinese first started drinking green tea more than 2000 years ago as medicinal treatment (along with other herbal remedies) for infections, detox treatment and improved blood flow. The recent scientific research supports these claims and proves why we should incorporate green tea to our daily diet.
Though there are many different types of tea, they can be divided into three general categories: green (unfermented), oolong (partially fermented), black (fermented). Because green tea is unfermented – meaning, it is the least exposed to air when the tea leaves dry – it boasts many antioxidant qualities demonstrated in other fruits and vegetables. Here are some health benefits to adding green tea to your regular routine.
It works as an anti-inflammatory
Green tea may be effective in preventing chronic inflammatory diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sclerosis and lung cancer, by effectively preventing development of TNF-alpha gene expression (a primary trigger in inflammatory diseases).1
It may help lower cholesterol
Polyphenols, a flavonoid compound prominent in green tea as well as fruit, vegetables and coffee, are rich in antioxidants and may help reduce cholesterol. In one experiment with mice with high cholesterol, the ones that regularly consumed green tea extracts showed significant decrease in their cholesterol levels by being able to excrete cholesterol faster.2
It may help with weight loss
The ancient Chinese belief stated that green tea can “wash” the fat away from our bodies – and it turns out, they were not far from the truth. The most recent branch of health effects of green tea is on its effect on the metabolic system. Many studies are beginning to show the possible links between high polyphenol content in green tea with faster energy expenditure and lower percentage of body fat.3
It may help prevent cancer
Of all teas, green tea catechins are the most versatile and can be absorbed in many ways, targeting different organs. Green tea has a high amounts of catechins, such as epicatechin and epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). These catechins have high antioxidant qualities, which help to slow down the development and spread of cancer cells by preventing lipid peroxidation and inhibiting free oxygen radicals in the body, both of which are processes that can lead to cancer.4 There have been many trials and experiments done by Japanese scientists, where drinking over 10 Japanese-sized cups of green tea (about 80-120 ml) per day may prevent, or delay the development of cancers.5
It may help prevent diabetes
Green tea catechins can help maintain a healthy level of glucose and insulin in the body. In Japan – one of the highest consumers of green tea – people who drank about 6 cups of green tea per day had a significantly decreased risk of diabetes than those who drank only 1 cup per week.3
To enjoy the maximum health benefits of green tea, always buy fair-trade, organic brands. The traditional Japanese brewing method produces tea in warm or cold water, rather than boiling hot water, which reduces the amount of caffeine in the tea. Most importantly, always drink freshly brewed tea – the beneficial catechins and antioxidants diminish over time.
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References1. Tsung, C. O. (2005) All teas are not created equal: The Chinese green tea and cardiovascular health. Retrieved from: ScienceDirect.com2. Antioxidative Activity of Green Tea Polyphenol in Cholesterol-Fed Rats. Retrieved from ACS Publications. 3. Thieleckea, F. & Boschmann, M. (2008). The potential role of green tea catechins in the prevention of the metabolic syndrome – A review. Retrieved from ScienceDirect.com4. Terao J., Piskula M. and Yao Q. (1994). The Chemistry of Tea Flavonoids. Retrieved from ScienceDirect.com
5. Kuzuharaa, T., Suganumab, M., & Fujikia, H. (2008). Green tea catechin as a chemical chaperone in cancer prevention. Retrieved from ScienceDirect.com


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After shooting the patchwork portions, Tik Tik Tik which is touted as India’s first space thriller has been wrapped up.
Directed by Shakti Soundar Rajan, the movie has Jayam Ravi in the lead role. Nivetha Pethuraj plays the role of an astronaut in the film, which has music composed by D. Imman.
Shakti took to Twitter and wrote, “And it’s a wrap for #TikTikTik!!” (sic).
The movie is produced by Nemichand Jhabak. The makers are currently busy with the post production work and are planning to release the film towards the end of December.


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BY ELIZABETH WONG BARNSTEAD, THE WESTERN KENTUCKY CATHOLIC
Fr. Aloysius Francis Powers, a priest of the Diocese of Owensboro, passed away on Sept. 4, 2019 at age 98. He was born in Daviess County on Jan. 4, 1921 to the late Joseph H. Powers, Sr., and Teresa M. McCarthy Powers.
Fr. Powers was raised in a large Catholic family of 12 children – seven girls and five boys – in a farming community in west Daviess County. Fr. Powers was the second-to-eldest boy, and the first of three of the Powers family’s sons to answer the call to the priesthood. (His brothers Msgr. Bernard Powers and Fr. Richard Powers were also ordained priests for the Diocese of Owensboro.)
Fr. Powers received his primary education at St. Elizabeth in Curdsville and entered St. Meinrad Seminary to study for the priesthood in 1935. He was ordained a priest for the diocese on April 5, 1948.
Sr. Jacinta Powers, OSU, was a niece of Fr. Powers. She said her uncle found “ways of preaching the Gospel not only in church but in an everyday way of living.”
“I remember him being a good man,” said Sr. Powers. “Joy was a part of his personality.”
Fr. Powers was one of nine priests and two religious sisters to come from the Powers and McCarthy families. Sr. Powers said she credits that to how the families raised their children.
“If you love your parents and they love you, you love what your parents love,” said Sr. Powers.
Fr. Powers’ first appointment was as an associate pastor at St. Stephen Cathedral in Owensboro, and then served as associate pastor of Sts. Joseph and Paul. He was then appointed pastor of St. Augustine in Reed and St. Mary Magdalene in Sorgho. Over the 71 years of his priesthood, Fr. Powers also served as pastor of St. Joseph in Mayfield, Sts. Joseph and Paul in Owensboro, St. Thomas More in Paducah, St. Ann in Morganfield, St. Pius X in Calvert City, St. Anthony in Grand Rivers and St. Elizabeth in Curdsville.
Msgr. Bernard Powers was ordained four years after his older brother Aloysius. For a number of years, Msgr. Powers was the associate pastor at Sts. Joseph and Paul when Fr. Powers was the pastor.
“He helped me, inspired me, challenged me,” said Msgr. Powers. He described his older brother as “a man of prayer, and had a great love for his people. He was very generous in helping those in need.”
Fr. Powers’ youngest sister, Maddalena Leach, was born when he was already in the seminary.
She recalled growing up and remembering her brother coming home for visits from the seminary. Leach said he would always visit their cousins – who lived across the field – and she would hear him walking home across the field, whistling.
“He was a very good person,” said Leach, who had kept for him a chasuble that their mother had made for him, complete with a picture of the Sacred Heart on the back. “We’ll sure miss him.”
Margaret O’Bryan, one of Fr. Powers’ other nieces, fondly recalled her uncle’s love of the Chaplet of Divine Mercy, which she would often pray with him.
“His devotion to it was quite outstanding,” said O’Bryan, adding that to her, Divine Mercy and her uncle “went hand-in-hand.”
Fr. Powers’ nephew, Tony Powers, said his uncle was “quite the historian” and could remember “any event in our family history.”
“You could ask him anything about life on the farm, family members, aunts, uncles and relatives near and far,” said Powers. “He would tell you about World War II, the 1937 flood that hit Owensboro and the surrounding area… Fr. Aloysius’ memory of his past 71 years as a priest, his parish assignments, the people he served – the man never forgot a face or a name. It was amazing.”
Powers said Fr. Powers came from a line of Knights of Columbus and was himself a fourth degree knight, having joined the knights in 1969 at Sorgho Council No. 6101. Fr. Powers then served as chaplain for Sorgho Council No. 6101, Paducah Council No. 1055 and Morganfield Council No. 1004. He served as state chaplain from 1978 to 1990.
A few years ago, Fr. Powers asked his nephew, Fr. Mike Clark of Blessed Mother Parish in Owensboro, if he could preach the homily at Fr. Powers’ funeral Mass.
“And I was floored,” said Fr. Clark in his homily at the Sept. 9, 2019 funeral liturgy at St. Stephen Cathedral in Owensboro. He remembered saying to his uncle, “What am I supposed to say, Fr. Al?”
“Preach the Gospel,” Fr. Powers had responded.
Fr. Clark asked Fr. Powers what specifically he wanted his nephew to remember about him when preaching his funeral homily. His uncle responded that the small details of his life did not matter.
“Fr. Mike, preach the Resurrection,” Fr. Powers had said.
Along with his parents, Fr. Powers was preceded in death by his sisters, Mary Agnes Powers, Patricia Garvin, Elizabeth M. Lattus, Celine M. Kahalle; and his brothers, Joseph H. Powers, Jr. and Robert A. Powers.
Fr. Powers is survived by his siblings, Msgr. Bernard A. Powers, Fr. Richard M. Powers, Martha M. Taylor (George), Mary T. Hayden (Don), and Maddalena Leach.
Following the Sept. 9, 2019 funeral liturgy, Fr. Powers was buried in the cemetery of the Ursuline Sisters of Mount Saint Joseph in Maple Mount.
Expressions of sympathy may take the form of donations to the Carmel Home, 2501 Old Hartford Rd., Owensboro, KY 42303 and the Knights of Columbus Owensboro Assembly #2074, 3540 E. 10th St., Owensboro, KY 42303.
Originally printed in the October 2019 issue of The Western Kentucky Catholic.
Copyright © 2019 Diocese of Owensboro/The Western Kentucky Catholic

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“Why is the last samurai a white guy?” my son Sho asked me. His younger brother Gen added, “Yeah, it’s weird.” We had just seen the film in which a captured American soldier lives among samurai, learns their ways, and joins them in battle. Tom Cruise’s character was a little uncomfortable when he first tried on Japanese clothes, but after a while he felt fine. At the beginning, I thought he looked a little weird too, but by the end of the film, he looked cool in the red samurai armor. But something seemed wrong to my kids.
“You see, it’s a Hollywood film, so they have to have a white guy for the hero,” I explained to them. It sells better that way. “It’s just like ‘Dances with Wolves’ in which Kevin Costner becomes an Indian.”
But my kids questioned if Tom Cruise or any white guy could really learn the samurai ways. In the film the samurai teach him the values of Bushido that were the ways of the samurai and show him how to use a sword. He was a warrior already and learns quickly. Skeptics would say that he doesn’t spend sufficient time practicing to really learn Bushido, but after all, it’s a film and the audience can’t wait years for Tom to perfect the ways of the samurai.
“Okay,” the kids asked, “what if he had years to train, could Tom Cruise really become a samurai?” Their question reminded me of one the Sumo Association in Japan asked when the giant Hawaiian-native Konishiki was threatening to become the first foreign yokozuna, or grand champion. Some members said that a yokozuna must have great character and should possess certain qualities, such as hin. They suggested that only Japanese could have hin and doubted whether any foreigner could. But are qualities such as hin only a quality of Japanese? And must a person be born with hin, or is it possible to acquire it through education and training?
Some elements of culture may be passed on through our genes, but others, like language, can be learned. It may seem odd for a person who doesn’t “look Japanese” to speak Japanese, but it is easy to do if one learns it naturally or studies hard. It may strike us as odd to see a white guy in a hakama or a black girl in a kimono, but why not? If worn respectfully, we should be flattered rather than annoyed. Many aspects of Japanese culture are popular among the increasing number of people in Japan with foreign origins and also among people around the world. We should get used to people acting in ways once thought to be exclusively for the Japanese.
And we need to redefine who are “the Japanese.” Sho and Gen seemed to think a little more deeply when I reminded them, “Some people might say the same thing about me or you guys, that we’re not “real Japanese.”
As for the samurai, Tom Cruise’s character is deeply influenced by samurai values and ways and begins to integrate them into his life. But weren’t the real last samurai in the film Ken Watanabe’s character Katsumoto and his followers? His Academy Award nomination for best supporting actor was a way of saying that while we appreciate Cruise’s character’s brief dedication to samurai ways, it is Katsumoto who has devoted his life to developing into a true samurai. In real life it takes more than a few months to learn a new way of living.


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