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How the NFL Fleeces Taxpayers
October 1, 2013
Taxpayers fund the stadiums, antitrust law doesn't apply to broadcast deals, the league enjoys nonprofit status, and Commissioner Roger Goodell makes $30 million a year. It's time to stop the public giveaways to America's richest sports league -- and to the feudal lords who own its teams, says Gregg Easterbrook, a contributing editor at The Atlantic.
- In Virginia, Republican Governor Bob McDonnell, who styles himself as a budget-slashing conservative crusader, took $4million from taxpayers' pockets and handed the money to the Washington Redskins for the team to upgrade a workout facility. The Redskins' owner, Dan Snyder, has a net worth estimated by Forbes at $1billion.
- Taxpayers in Hamilton County, Ohio, which includes Cincinnati, were hit with a bill for $26 million in debt service for the stadiums where the NFL's Bengals and Major League Baseball's Reds play, plus another $7million to cover the direct operating costs for the Bengals' field.
- In Minnesota, the Vikings wanted a new stadium and were vaguely threatening to decamp to another state if they didn't get it. The Minnesota legislature, facing a $1.1billion budget deficit, extracted $506million from taxpayers as a gift to the team.
- In California, the City of Santa Clara broke ground on a $1.3billion stadium for the 49ers. Officially, the deal includes $116million in public funding.
Until public attitudes change, those at the top of the pro football pyramid will keep getting away with whatever they can. This is troubling not just because ordinary people are taxed so a small number of NFL owners and officers can live as modern feudal lords and ladies. It is troubling because athletics are supposed to set an example -- and the example being set by the NFL is one of selfishness.
Football is the king of sports. Should the favorite sport of the greatest nation really be one whose economic structure is based on inequality and greed?
Source: Gregg Easterbrook, "How the NFL Fleeces Taxpayers," The Atlantic, October 2013.
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At a time of overhyped & corrupt cricketers and our so called Gods of cricket who refuse to stand up for the game and hide behind the fig leaf of “I have never seen any match fixing happen in all my life”, its refreshing to see a gold medal in the world wrestling championship.
3 cheers for Sushil Kumar and here’s wishing him the best for the forthcoming Commonwealth Games to be held in Delhi in October.
Sushil became the first Indian wrestler to win gold at a senior world championship after outclassing Alan Gogaev of Russia 3-1 in straight rounds in the final of the 66 kg freestyle category at the Olympiskiy Sports Centre in Moscow.
The dominating fashion in which Sushil, bronze medalist at the 2008 Beijing Olympics, won the title clash is proof of the Najafgarh wrestler’s dominance in the category.
Sushil, known for his power-game, went on the offensive at the start of the first two-minute round in the final bout. The 27-year-old used his leg take-down moves to unsettle the technically sound Russian and scored two quick points to control the proceedings there after. And though Gogaev took a point back, Sushil closed the opening round 2-1 with some solid defence.
Gogaev went on the offensive in the start of the second period, but the experienced Sushil controlled his younger rival and scored a point with another take down to surprise the home crowd as the Indian contingent went berserk. The Russians were surprised perhaps with the loss on home turf but the Indian team officials expected nothing but gold from their champion.
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by Devon Goldstein ’21
Junior Alyssa Leventhal will be going on a trip this summer that will reconnect her with her Jewish heritage. She is attending the Ramah Seminar for a 10-day trip to Poland followed by six weeks in Israel.
Alyssa has never been to Israel before and is hoping that this experience allows her to learn more about her jewish heritage. While in Poland, she hopes she has an educational experience at the concentration camps they visit. Going from Poland right to Israel will have a positive impact on the experience as a whole. It will be going from a place where the jews suffered for years to the homeland for the jewish people that is an amazing place to visit.
While in Israel the group will visit many different historic sights that have a strong meaning to the jewish people. Throughout the six weeks they are there they will also be doing a lot of different activities that are popular in Israel. They will be hiking in various places while they travel all around the area. An activity that is very popular and the teens will partake in is going for a swim, or a float, in the Dead Sea. The group also will go snorkeling in the ocean nearby for a fun, popular activity to enjoy. They will be discovering more about the politics and activism throughout various places in Israel. For 3 days in Israel they will be doing a survival program to learn how to survive in the desert with limited resources.
This experience is very unique for the teens that are going on it over the summer. Leventhal, along with the teens at her camp, attend Camp Ramah in New England each summer to get the camp experience they all love. The summer going into senior year the teens in that age group go on this trip to Israel and Poland instead of the normal camp from past years. It is with all of the different Camp Ramahs from all around the world. “I am most excited to meet many new people along the way as well as getting an unforgettable trip I will never forget,” Leventhal said.

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Each day after "I do" is a new adventure for the happy couple. Part of Foundations' Simply Inspired Angels collection, the Wedding Angel is an artfully designed figurine displaying peaceful elegance in lace textured resin.
- Introduced January 2017
- Part of Enesco's Foundations collection
- Intricately sculpted stone resin angel
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- Message reads: "Bless your marriage with patience, kindness, hope and endless love."
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Andrea is involved in Northleaf’s business development activities in the UK and Europe, working closely with existing and prospective investors and investment consultants to design, develop and monitor their private markets portfolios.
Prior to joining Northleaf in 2023, Andrea was a Director at Unigestion where he led the distribution of private equity strategies in southern Europe. Andrea has extensive knowledge of the European asset management industry and strong relationships with family offices and institutional investors, having previously worked at global wealth managers and asset management companies, including Dalton Strategic Partnership, Merrill Lynch, Cazenove Capital Management and Schroders.
Andrea received an MSc in Economics and Business (with Distinction) from Luiss G. Carli University in Rome.

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One of the great things about this book is the fact that it mentions early on how different we all are and how there is no one answer to suit everyone. With this in mind the author has gathered information from a number of successful authors, marketers and business people.
These highly successful people share their strategies for being focused, on task and getting things done.
While it’s full of interesting articles by the different authors the book can be broken into four sections:
• Building your routine;
• Finding your focus;
• Taming your tools;
• Sharpening your creative mind.
Manage Your Day-to-Day is not a complex book; each contributor has a chapter of their own that briefly discusses the point they are making. It doesn’t go into great depth and much of the advice is not new but it is delivered really well and serves as a great reminder for simple ways we can increase our productivity.
It is a very easy read and one of those books that we usually enjoy going back to time and again. It’s the type of book we can flip open to any page and have a quick read of a chapter, especially if the point being made resonates with you.
If you are struggling to stay on track, easily get distracted or become bogged down with the to-do list then this is definitely the book for you.
For me, I’m an avid reader and have been studying business and marketing for a few years now so there wasn’t too much eye opening information but it was certainly enjoyable. In reality, while we know what we need to do, it’s easy to get caught up in the distractions and daily grind. This book will challenge you and give you some sound advice and strategies for getting back and staying on track.
As a small business owner it’s a great tool to have on the bookshelf, or to sit on your desk.

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Stensea research project
In the course of the energy transition, suitable energy storage systems are increasingly needed in Germany. To this end, the Fraunhofer Institute's Stensea (Stored Energy in the Sea) research project is investigating a novel system for an underwater pumped storage power plant and testing it in model trials. The operating principle is similar to that of conventional pumped storage power plants. A hollow concrete sphere with an integrated pump turbine is installed on the seabed as the lower reservoir. The surrounding sea represents the upper reservoir, with the pressure difference corresponding to the head of a conventional pumped storage power plant. When energy is needed, a valve is opened and water flows into the hollow concrete sphere, driving the turbine to generate power. If excess energy is available, the water is pumped out of the cavity against the water pressure. In this way, the energy storage system is charged. In cooperation with the research facility, HOCHTIEF developed and built a functional model and successfully tested it in Lake Constance. The main challenge was to cast a three-meter sphere. Following the successful test in Lake Constance, the next stage will be to test a concrete sphere three times as large in the sea, which will then be able to store around 50 to 100 times as much energy.
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As a long-time technology journalist, I'm a bit jaded and rarely get excited about a new product or technology, but when I saw a demonstration of aurasma, from Autonomy, I had to agree that this technology may change the way we look at real-world objects.
The technology allows you to point a smart phone or tablet device at a static photograph or a physical object and have the the software recognize the object and then immediately play a video, launch a game or create an interactive experience in real-time while you're pointing your device at the object.
Imagine, for example, a photograph on the front page of a newspaper. You point your phone at the photo and suddenly you see it turn into a video. It still appears in the same spot in the paper only now there is motion and sound. It could also work with a physical object like a building, a car or a new toaster. Point your phone or tablet towards the object and perhaps you'll see a video about it or, in the case of a product, a review or a segment about similar products.
I got some hands-on time with the technology and was impressed at how tolerant it is to variations such as angles and lighting conditions. One example they provided was a reproduction of Mona Lisa which came to life as I aimed an iPad 2 in its direction. But after that, I pulled up an image of the same piece of art on my Android phone which aurasma recognized even though the size, lighting and angle were different.
Of course this isn't the first smart phone application designed to recognize physical objects but unlike many, it doesn't require a bar code or QR code -- it recognizes the object itself.
A phone, according to Autonomy CEO and co-founder Mike Lynch, can recognize about a half million objects.
In order for a device to recognize an object, someone would have had to enter it into a database. If you aim it at a generic house, it might recognize it as a house but wouldn't know much about it. If someone had coded that house -- perhaps as an historic landmark -- it would then recognize it and be able to launch a video or game based on that particular building.
The technology is also able to superimpose images on top of real-word objects. You could point the phone towards a building and see a monster walk through the front door or a helicopter land on top, assuming of course that someone had written an application to do that.
"The goal here is more to take products or newspaper or newspapers and allow people to insert virtual informatory around those," said Lynch. It can also make products interactive. You could point the phone at a box of corn flakes, for example and "get someone showing you a recipe for cornflakes or nutritional information or if it's a kids cereal perhaps the characters on the front of the box come to life and start talking to you."
The technology, said Lynch, "is designed to recognize man made objects rather than things of nature." He said it's more difficult to recognize different types of dogs, for example.
The company plans to license the technology to application developers and is likely to announce partnerships with media companies and consumer product companies which will use it enhance their advertising. There are also some potential non-profit applications as well as applications in tourism, medicine and other fields.
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Operational analysis of a full-scale module – New strategies for wetting mitigation
Membrane distillation (MD) is a thermal separation process which possesses a hydrophobic, microporous membrane as vapor space. A high potential application for MD is the concentration of hypersaline brines, such as e.g. reverse osmosis retentateor other saline effluents to be concentrated to a near saturation level with a Zero Liquid Discharge process chain.
In order to further commercialize MD for these target applications, adapted MD module designs are required along with strategies for the mitigation of membrane wetting phenomena. This work presents the experimental results of pilot operation with an adapted Air Gap Membrane Distillation (AGMD) module for hypersaline brine concentration within a range of 0–240 g NaCl /kg solution. Key performance indicators such as flux, GOR and thermal efficiency are analyzed. A new strategy for wetting mitigation by active draining of the air gap channel by low pressure air blowing is tested and analyzed. Only small reductions in flux and GOR of 1.2% and 4.1% respectively, are caused by air sparging into the air gap channel. Wetting phenomena are significantly reduced by avoiding stagnant distillate in the air gap making the air blower a seemingly worth- while additional system component.
- A novel prototype air gap membrane distillation module is presented
- Experimental results from module characterization with feed concentrations from 0 to 220 gNaCl/kg solution are shown and discussed
- Membrane wetting is investigated from a practical and operational perspective
- Active draining of the air gap channel with an air blower shows good results on maintaining low distillate conductivity at high brine concentrations
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A 2009 Gay Teen Coming of Age Novel by Nick Burd, tells the story of Dade's metaphorical Last Summer.
The story begins with a short description of Dade's life since childhood ranging from his mother's transformation from a Hippie to an average housewife who sips martinis and gardens things other than weed, his father's interest in life in a cul-de-sac, and his secret relationship with football player Pablo *The Sexican* Soto. It establishes Dade's life as average, until one day he decides to admit his feelings to Pablo and things start going crazy.
In the correct order it goes relationship drama, gay drama, divorce drama, drama drama, and finally the Climax which ties up the novel in a satisfying way, but solves most of the drama in a very anticlimactic way.
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- All First-Person Narrators Write Like Novelists: Averted.
- The Beard: Judy for Pablo. It's a story about gay people, what did you expect? A Moustache?
- Genre Savvy: She also suspects her status and in her few appearances tries to keep Dade away from Pablo
- Bittersweet Ending: Bordering on complete downer: Dade learns things aren't always as perfect as you make it out to be no matter how perfect your boyfriend is, his parents divorce (Which is a good thing), he finally gets friends of his own, and Alex decides to break the mold his father and sister set before him and not run away and stays in town to help his grandma, but Pablo kills himself by crashing his car into a tree after all the gay confusion he went through, Dade and Alex mutually break up, and Lisa moves back to L.A.
- Boomerang Bigot: Pablo to a minor extent.
- Cast Full of Gay
- Coming-Out Story: An odd one since Alex and Dade both don't care who sees who doing affectionate things, and when Dade finally tells his parents he's gay, they're a bit shocked but are still loving and supportive, and actually be more so than before.
- Dark and Troubled Past: Alex has one.
- Death by Newbery Medal: The main reason why the summer this book covers is considered by Dade to be his last real summer. It's certainly not forgettable.
- Dropped a Bridge on Him: Pablo decides life isn't worth living and has a heartbreaking in hindsight goodbye with Dade, which is a bit unexpected.
- First-Person Peripheral Narrator: Pablo.
- I Just Want to Be Normal or Armored Closet Gay: Pablo again.
- Semi-Important Haircut: An entire party filled with shirtless guys about it.
- Incompatible Orientation: Fessica and Dade.
- Jerk Jock: Several of these form Pablo's group of friends. Pablo himself.
- Little Jimmy: The Jenny Moore sublot
- Love Hurts: Pablo intially rejects Dade but for the rest of the novel, Pablo comes to regret it.
- Love Triangle
- Manic Pixie Dream Duo: Alex and Lisa take turns playing this to Dade.
- No Antagonist: One of the Jerk Jocks might count if he had appeared in more than the few pages he had.
- Nostalgic Narrator
- Romantic Runner-Up: Pablo Until the end of the novel we find out it was actually Alex, but then Pablo dies
- Sorry, I'm Gay: When Fessica tries to come on to Dade a second time.
- The Stoner: Alex's friends.
- Straight Gay: Pablo, Alex, and Dade.
- The Story Teller: Alex reveals close to the end he's writing a book called "The Vast Fields of Ordinary."
- Time to Move: Except Dade's dad succeeds in moving.
- Title Drop: Happens twice; once in the middle when Fessica mispronounces song lyrics, and again in the end. It gets explained on the last page, though the reader always gets a vague idea about it.
- Token Lesbian: Lisa can come off as this.
- Trouble Follows You Home: A main theme of the novel is that no matter where you go, the trouble you were trying to escape will always follow you because you are always going to be the same person.
- The Twink: Lisa Takes Dade to a local gay bar to introduce him to the scene. The results are underwhelming.
- Yaoi Fangirl: Lisa.
- What Could Possibly Go Wrong?: While reading this you may sarcastically say/think "Wow treating the guy who is trying to reconcile with you like shit and rubbing your new happy relationship in his face. What could go wrong?" the answer? He kills himself.

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'Our Life of the Party'
Anyone who ever heard the message on Benito Valentin's cellphone knows something about how he chose to live life, always looking for a laugh and a little fun. Ever the comedian, Mr. Valentin, 33, who worked for American Express, teased his callers with a message that said: "Hello, hello, how you doing? Oh, this is a recording."
Now Grissel Valentin, the woman he married on Valentine's Day 11 years ago, the mother of his three girls, calls to hear his voice two, sometimes three, times a day. It is a link to the man who, when he was not making people laugh, rushed home from work to talk baseball and dance salsa with his daughters, Danyelle, Jailene and Alyssa. "He was our life of the party," Mrs. Valentin said. "As long as I can hear his voice, I have hope that he isn't lying somewhere crushed but just trapped. We miss him too much to believe he's gone."
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Today I’m thrilled to talk about the ultimate Idealist; the INFP. INFPs are gentle, insightful people who care deeply about the human race. They are determined to find their purpose in life, to find meaning, and to make a difference for humanity. INFPs are thoughtful and sincere, and prize authenticity and kindness. A.A. Milne, William Shakespeare, Edgar Allan Poe, and Vincent Van Gogh were all INFPs! As you can see, they have a knack for creativity, writing, and expression.
Of course, for the subject of this post I wanted to find out what really bothers INFPs and what particular traits especially get on their nerves. I asked in forums, groups, and checked out my Myers-Briggs® books to get an idea. Here are the five things that got mentioned the most:
“A fool thinks himself to be wise, but a wise man knows himself to be a fool.”
– William Shakespeare, INFP
INFPs value humanity in all its various shapes and forms, and can see nothing more detestable than people who think they deserve better or are somehow “above” anyone else. The INFP sees every individual as full of possibilities and potential. INFPs are champions of the underdogs, the downtrodden, the misunderstood. They will have an open mind to hearing anyone’s problems or concerns, but they are extremely turned off by arrogance and entitlement.
INFPs value authenticity highly and always seek to be true to themselves and their deeply-held personal values. Dishonesty and pretentious behavior turns off the INFP tremendously. As mentioned above, the INFP will have a very open mind towards nearly anyone – but being yourself, being honest, and being authentic are extremely important to them.
“I believe in everything until it’s disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it’s in your mind. Who’s to say that dreams and nightmares aren’t as real as the here and now?”
– John Lennon, INFP
INFPs are extremely open-minded and imaginative. They see the world as full of endless possibilities and forces. They often deal with being stifled in their youth by people who find their creative musings and insights “unrealistic” or “impractical”. Because INFPs make up only 3-4% of the population it is often rare that they find people who can appreciate and understand their inner world and imaginative personality.
Being Put On the Spot
“I’m shy, paranoid, whatever word you want to use. I hate fame. I’ve done everything I can to avoid it.”
– Johnny Depp, INFP
INFPs are often shy and reserved and are made incredibly uncomfortable by being pushed into the limelight. While they are drawn to creative endeavors that may bring them attention, they are extremely self-conscious about being the center of conversation or the object of scrutiny. They’d much rather enjoy their creative freedom without the attention that goes along with it.
Poor Listening Skills
INFPs have incredibly strong listening skills; in fact, neuroscientist Dario Nardi, said in his book The Neuroscience of Personality that INFPs “often enter a special listening mode. They are consummate listeners. They thoroughly engage all brain regions that process voice, words, and sounds; moreover, they may easily enter a unique whole-brain state when listening to other people, whoever those people might be.” Because the INFP has such excellent listening skills, they are often disappointed when they aren’t met with the same courtesy by others. They especially hate when people try to jump in and “fix” a problem when they are trying to discuss their feelings or emotions. They would much rather be listened to fully first, then receive empathy and understanding, then solutions.
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What Do You Think?
Are you an INFP with an opinion on this post? Feel like sharing your pet peeves? Let me know in the comments!
Find out more about your personality type in our eBooks, Discovering You: Unlocking the Power of Personality Type, The INFJ – Understanding the Mystic, and The INFP – Understanding the Dreamer. You can also connect with me via Facebook, Instagram, or Twitter!
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Tesla discontinues the 75kWh battery pack for both the X model and the S model, CEO Elon Musk said Wednesday. Customers can place orders for cars with the lowest battery until Sunday, January 13.
The use of a 75kWh package in the fundamental model means that these are now accessible with the 100kWh package with a higher limit. The costs of the two cars will therefore increase considerably, unless Tesla introduces new variations. The basic costs of Model S will increase from $ 76,000 to $ 94,000, while the costs of the less expensive Model X will gallop from $ 82,000 to $ 97,000.
From Monday, Tesla will no longer accept orders for the 75 kWh version of the Model S & X. If you like that version, order on Sunday evening at https://t.co/46TXqRJ3C1
– Elon Musk (@elonmusk) January 9, 2019
Although Model 3 uses a 75kWh battery pack with different sizes, this change would help to separate Model S and Model X from Model 3, which currently starts at $ 44,000, but can go up to $ 70,500 in choices.
Tesla has significantly changed the costs and design of its machines over the years and has also added and discarded various alternatives to the battery limit. In 2016, it presented the 75kWh battery as the less expensive compliment for the 90 kWh packages that were sold at that time. Tesla also offered a 40 kWh battery pack for the Model S and also delivered as large as the 100 kWh version for S and X that is still for sale. At one point, the organization also contributed 60kWh and 70kWh bundles for the Model S, although it was only the programming variants of the 75kWh package.
It is claimed that Tesla has not offered any battery choice for these models for a long time. Customers also asked questions such as, whether Tesla is interested in promoting their models more like Model 3, where the size of the battery does not play a role.


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The Russian Health Ministry’s Center for Strategic Planning and Management of Medical and Biological Health Risks will launch mass production of a new COVID-19 test system next week, the Russian Health Ministry’s press service informed on Monday, APA reports citing TASS.
"The Russian Health Ministry’s Center for Strategic Planning and Management of Medical and Biological Health Risks will launch the serial production of test systems aimed to detect the RNA of the SARS-CoV-2 coronavirus of a severe acute respiratory infection (COVID-19) through a polymer chain reaction "AmpliTest SARS-CoV-2," the message informs.
Head of the center Sergei Yudin informed, quoted by the ministry’s press service, that the new test system will be more sensitive than the existing ones. Russia plans to produce up to 50,000 test systems a day.
The creation of the test system began on January 31, 2020, on the instructions of Russian Health Minister Mikhail Murashko. On March 6, it was approved by the Russian Federal Service for the Oversight of Consumer Protection and Welfare.
A pneumonia outbreak caused by the COVID-19 virus (previously known as 2019-nCoV) was reported in China’s city of Wuhan, a large trade and industrial center with a population of 12 million, in late December 2019. Cases of the new coronavirus have also been reported in more than 150 countries and territories, among them Russia, which by now has documented 438 cases. The World Health Organization (WHO) says that the novel coronavirus cases across the globe have exceeded 320,000, with more than 14,000 deaths. WHO has officially described the situation with the novel coronavirus as a pandemic.

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Q&A: TEEG hunger program leader Carl Asikainen
Carl Asikainen oversees hunger programs at the Thompson Ecumenical Empowerment Group (TEEG). The Connecticut Food Bank rated Windham the state’s least “food secure” county in 2011, and Asikainen said he has seen need increase since then. During September’s Hunger Awareness Month, Asikainen is running the SNAP Challenge, which will have board and staff members live five days on the cash equivalent of a daily food stamp allotment of $4.75 per day.
Q: What’s the “challenge” in the SNAP Challenge?
A: The challenge for participants is to find money in their budget for food from day to day. I’ve done it once. It’s pretty tough. What sometimes gets lost in this is that the feeding programs — SNAP, WIC (a nutrition program for mothers and young children) and emergency food programs — are meant to be supplemental. They’re not meant to feed anyone for an entire month. On food stamps alone, in the last week of the month, it’s difficult to find money for food. So as difficult as it’s going to be for us, for some people, this is the equivalent of the best food week they have all month. Toward the end of the month, they’re making difficult choices at the family level. That’s when you see the increased reliance on soup kitchens and food pantries.
Q: What does “food insecurity” mean, and have you seen any improvement in it since last year?
A: Food insecurity is the lack of consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life. We haven’t seen any improvement. If anything, it’s gotten worse. We’ve been serving more families, more meals. In July 2011, we served 2,800 meals in our pantry, but this July, we were at almost 4,000. Pockets of the state are worse New Haven, Bridgeport, Hartford, but from a county perspective, we stand out.
Q: How is TEEG coping with the increased need?
A: The challenge is that there has been a decrease in public commodity support and in private donations from grocers. Local donations are down, too. We’re not turning anyone away, but there’s less of a choice and less fresh food. The fresh food, especially, is more expensive and more difficult to get.
Q: What are the challenges to improving Windham County’s food insecurity numbers?
A: Transportation is one of the big ones. In a rural county, it’s difficult to get places to receive services without a car. The Department of Social Services office, for instance, is in Willimantic, about an hour’s drive from here (Thompson). We have a transit district here, but it’s not grand in scale. And Willimantic is a different transit district, making it harder. Program knowledge is another one. The hunger programs are supplemental, and it’s only in combining them that families are able to get out of being food insecure. We need to make sure people know the scope of programs available to them.
Q: Do you see it getting better anytime soon?
A: No. We’re watching Washington for action on the Farm Bill, which handles a lot of hunger programs, including food stamps. The Senate version cuts food stamps by $4.4 billion over 10 years, which would cost the average recipient family $90 per month. The House version is worse. It makes the Senate cuts and kicks 1.8 million people off the program. It doesn’t bode well for families who are food insecure.

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Glock handguns are excellent for hidden carry. Their low MSRP makes them simple to conceal. Since of their steel sights, they are not invisible on X-ray machines.
The low MSRP of Glock pistols makes them a popular option amongst beginners and skilled shooters. The trigger of a Glock handgun isn ‘t ideal, it ‘s still perfectly functional for self-defense and hobby shooting.
There are a number of Glock designs to select from, consisting of the Glock 42, Glock 43, and the Glock 43. Each of these handguns has its own pros and cons. For instance, the Glock 42 is not as slim as the Glock 43, however it is still a pocket-friendly gun. The Glock 43 is large, but not large, so it ‘s best for individuals who put on ‘t mind recoil.
In addition to their low MSRP, Glock pistols are likewise understood for their durability. They have high dependability and can withstand abuse even in the most severe conditions. They likewise feature a distinct cocking mechanism that lowers the load on the recoil spring. On the other hand, most other striker-fired handguns depend on the recoil spring to cock the striker.
The Glock 19 handgun was first produced in 1988. It has actually evolved into a number of generations ever since. The company ‘s quality-conscious mindset triggered it to make several variations of the design. Each brand-new model enhanced the handgun and its features. The Glock Gen 4 and Gen 5 designs have actually become very popular with civilians and self-defense shooters alike. What Does A Glock Look Like.
The Baltimore Police Department, Los Angeles Police Department, Miami Police Department, and Maryland State Police are all known to use the Glock pistol. The Edmonton Police Service, Calgary Police Service, and Ottawa Police Service use Glock handguns for their patrols.
Glock produces five various designs of its subcompact pistols. These handguns come in a variety of sizes. The G43X, for instance, is available in a. 45 ACP variation and a 10mm Auto design. The G48 is the larger sibling of the G43X, and includes a 10-round magazine and extended slide.
They ‘re simple to hide
One of the benefits of owning a Glock is their easy concealability. They are small sufficient to be hidden, yet big enough to compete with full-sized guns. Furthermore, they are little enough not to unconform to smaller hands. As a result, Glocks are considered workhorses by lots of. Here are a couple of suggestions to help you carry your Glock in an inconspicuous manner.
Glock pistols come in many sizes and models. They ‘re reliable, resilient, and chambered for effective cartridges. They can be hidden or carried honestly, depending upon the person ‘s preference. To find the very best one for your needs, take a look at the Glock pistol contrast guide. You can likewise take a look at handgun shooting targets for variety days.
For those who want to carry hidden, there are 2 popular Glock designs: the G43 and the G42. Both guns are little and easy to hide, and both are popular among hidden providers. The Glock 43 has a slim profile and is 3.39 inches long. This makes it among the easiest concealed pistols available.
Another terrific handgun for concealment is the Glock 48. This single-stack pistol is the best size to conceal. Its small profile makes it simple to carry inside the waistband. Its single-stack style is also comfy to carry, and the extended magazine has a pinky extension to make it much easier to conceal.
A smaller grip, shorter sight radius, and less recoil make concealment easier. It ‘s a big advantage, specifically if you prepare on concealing the weapon in a hidden carry situation.
There are 2 types of Glocks: slim-line designs and long-slide models. The slim-profile G48 and G43x models are perfect for hidden bring. The slim frame and low-profile style make them easy to conceal and are both striker-fired. For the most compact Glock, think about the G48. This compact handgun weighs only 18.7 ounces unloaded.
They have steel sights
When choosing between a polymer or steel sight for your Glock, there are numerous various aspects to consider. Of all, metal sights are far more long lasting than polymer sights. A resilient and robust sight is essential for hidden carry or duty bring. If the firearm will be subjected to heavy use, a steel sight is a better option.
Second, if you ‘re interested in competitors and target shooting, there are a number of alternatives readily available. While factory sights are normally good for self-defense use, they ‘re not as great as those utilized for target or competitors shooting. To fix this issue, Glock offers upgraded sights for its handgun models. Most Glock pistols come standard with cheap plastic sights, which are vulnerable to damage. The basic sights are fine if you ‘re not looking for a sight for competitors.
Another consideration is nighttime shooting. A night sight might be the best choice if you ‘re going to utilize your Glock during the night. These sights are more visible and will help you in getting your target. The Meprolight Feet Bullseye is a popular night sight for Glocks, and it ‘s an outstanding choice if you ‘re a nighttime shooter.
What Does A Glock Look Like
While Glocks do have steel sights, you can likewise buy a pair of night sights. These sights have a matte finish and serrations that minimize glare. These sights are also resilient and wear ‘t need to be cleaned with extreme solvents. In addition, they are easy to set up and are simple to utilize.
Fiber optic sights are another terrific alternative for Glock handguns. These sights are simple to align and show the sight in any environment. They can be used even in low-light circumstances, and are an ideal option for a competitive shooting environment. In addition to being visible in low light, these sights are equipped with tritium for included safety and exposure.
Depending upon the model, Glocks have either low or high sights. For 9mm GLOCK pistols, they have a low sight, while the 10mm GLOCKs have high sights. Models 30S and 36 do not have high sights. The distinction is just in the height of the rear sight.
There are several Glock models to choose from, consisting of the Glock 42, Glock 43, and the Glock 43. The Glock 42 is not as slim as the Glock 43, but it is still a pocket-friendly weapon. To solve this problem, Glock provides upgraded sights for its pistol models. While Glocks do have steel sights, you can also purchase a pair of night sights. For 9mm GLOCK pistols, they have a low sight, while the 10mm GLOCKs have high sights. What Does A Glock Look Like.


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Roasted Asparagus Asian Style
recipe has been reproduced with the kind permission
of Pierre Beghin. Pierre runs hands-on cookery
classes in Islington - la cuisine de Pierre.
Each class features a complete lunch or dinner menu
with three seasonal recipes that can easily be prepared
by those new to cooking. A chance to learn the art of
entertaining "à la française"
I was about five or six, I had to stand on a chair to
peek inside the pots and pans to see what my mother
was cooking. A few years later, I used to invite friends
around to make crêpes on Wednesdays . . ."
Beghin - patient, unflappable and a marvellous
Gold - The Times
left feeling like I was halfway to becoming
a domestic goddess and much more confident
about my cooking abilities".
Milne - Islington Gazette
a few hours, Pierre managed to convince me
that cooking a meal from scratch is tastier
and more enjoyable than reaching for a ready
meal - it really is a great way to unwind".
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Extra virgin olive oil
100 ml Sake
5 table spoon soy sauce
3 table spoon lemon juice
1/2 tsp chili garlic sauce passed through sieve
Freshly ground pepper
4 large scallops (optional)
the oven to 260°C / 500°F / Gas 9
off the bottoms and peel the lower halves of the asparagus.
Arrange the spears in a single layer in a shallow
baking dish and drizzle over them very lightly some
extra virgin olive oil (you can also brush them with
the olive oil). Toss the spears to coat lightly. (Cut
the scallops in 4 slices of equal size)
until tender but still slightly firm, 8 to 10 minutes
( add the scallops on top of the asparagus after 3
or 4 minutes so they roast for 4 to 6 minutes). Sprinkle
with salt and ground black pepper to taste.
the Sake to the boil in a saucepan and take off the
heat as soon as its alcohol content has evaporated.
Combine all the dressing ingredients with the Sake.
over the roasted asparagus (and scallops that you
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WASHINGTON — Usually, senators cannot resist a microphone and a reporter's query. But encountering a horde of journalists Tuesday with the president's sex scandal foremost on their minds, many lawmakers practically ran for cover.
Especially Democrats. They either ducked out the back door of the room where they had one of their weekly policy lunches or they dashed past reporters with a rare burst of speed to avoid questions on the Monica Lewinsky controversy.
The scene reflected deep discontent and concern within the Democratic Party over the impact of the scandal on their agenda in the remaining weeks of the congressional session and the elections this fall. Democrats fear their agenda and their political fortunes could suffer.
Scandal clearly is overpowering the issues that both parties hope to focus on before Congress goes home for the year in October. The climate could become increasingly confrontational, some senators said, and not much may be accomplished.
"Don't ask me questions about that," Sen. Daniel Patrick Moynihan (D-N.Y.) snapped when queried about whether Clinton should resign. An aide ran interference to keep the press away from Sen. Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.). Sen. Barbara Mikulski (D-Md.) plowed her way through a throng of reporters like a fullback going into the defensive line.
Democrats who did stop said they want to "keep their powder dry" about the president's troubles until Independent Counsel Kenneth Starr presents his report. They said they want to press ahead on such legislation as a patients' bill of rights and campaign-finance reform.
Asked if he is concerned about Clinton's ability to lead, Senate Minority Leader Tom Daschle (D-S.D.) said: "There is a concern about undermining the president's ability to lead with a concentration" on the Lewinsky scandal. "We don't want to compound the difficulty."
Sen. Charles Hagel (R-Neb.) said that talk of resignation or impeachment weakens the president in the eyes of the world and counseled his colleagues to be cautious. "Words have consequences," he said. "They reverberate loudly around the world."
Democratic leaders released a letter from Clinton to Senate Majority Leader Trent Lott (R-Miss.) in which the president listed shortcomings of the Republican health-care measure. Clinton said he would veto it in its present form, a further sign of confrontation ahead.
The Senate's main business in the next few weeks will be clearing 13 appropriations bills for government agencies for the fiscal year beginning Oct. 1. Without them, Congress would have to approve a resolution continuing spending at current levels or force some or all agencies to shut down.
Both sides said they want to avoid a government shutdown over spending priorities but didn't rule it out.
Sen. John Kerry (D-Mass.) said Democrats don't want to force a government shutdown, especially in the current economic climate, but Daschle said that "poison pills" in GOP spending bills could cause Clinton to veto some of the measures.
For example, a House-passed appropriations bill for the Departments of Labor and of Health and Human Services would require parental notification when children seek contraceptives from federal-supported family planning centers.
Meanwhile, Sens. John McCain (R-Ariz.) and Russell Feingold (D-Wis.) said they would try to attach a campaign finance-reform measure to pending legislation next week. Their bill is similar to the bill that the House passed before the summer recess over the objection of House leaders.


The Commander of the United States Pacific Air Forces (PACAF) General (Gen) Herbert Carlisle called on Defence Minister Ng Eng Hen on Tuesday as part of his three-day introductory visit to Singapore.
Gen Carlisle also met with Chief of Defence Force, Lieutenant-General Ng Chee Meng, and Chief of Air Force, Major-General Hoo Cher Mou, at the Defence Ministry. Gen Carlisle also visited Sembawang Airbase and Paya Lebar Airbase.
In a statement, Mindef said that both sides reaffirmed their close professional cooperation and reiterated their commitment to strengthen defence ties.
It added that the visit highlights the excellent and long-standing defence ties between Singapore and the United States, in which both air forces have built through bilateral training exercises and professional exchanges.


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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla. - It's a historic day in Daytona Beach. The new statue of Dr. Mary McLeod Bethune was unveiled.
The 11-foot statue made its trip down Mary McLeod Bethune Boulevard on Tuesday to a round of applause from onlookers. Bethune's great-granddaughters were even there.
"Brought tears. Some tears. It’s very much overdue," said Mary Bethune-Graves.
Bethune lived in Daytona Beach and she founded Bethune-Cookman University. Born to former slaves, she became a leading educator and civil rights activist. She also advised five U.S. presidents.
She will be the first African American to represent a state in the U.S. Capitol Statuary Hall. Bethune replaces a statue of a Confederate general.
The statue was created in Italy by Florida artist Nilda Comas, from a block of marble coming from Michelangelo’s cave. It is comprised of the most precious of all marbles.
"This piece of marble comes from Michelangelo’s cave in the mountains of Carrara," Comas explained.
The statue is said to be 11-feet tall and weighs over 6,000 pounds. It traveled in two parts and was carefully unloaded at the News-Journal Center in Daytona Beach where it will stay for two months before moving to the U.S. Capitol Building.
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Ron Peters's Reviews > Counterpoint: A Memoir of Bach and Mourning
Counterpoint: A Memoir of Bach and Mourning
I wasn’t crazy about it. It didn’t deliver what the review I’d read led me to believe the book was about – had the reviewer read the book? Kennicott is a journalist specializing in classical music. He had a fraught relationship with his mother and, when she passed away, Kennicott puzzled over what this relationship meant and how it shaped him. At the same time, he decided to learn to play and really understand Bach’s Goldberg Variations. He suggests that the two things are alike since they both involve forming relationships. That alone should give pause, revealing at best an odd sense of the difference between abstract and human relationships. Much of what Kennicott says about the Goldberg Variations and Bach is interesting but has little to do with his mother. He spends large parts of the book talking about every piano teacher he ever had and why his dog doesn’t like Bach. I don’t know why I grimly force myself to finish every book I pick up. At least it led me to listen again to Glenn Gould’s manic 1955 performance on piano and a nice harpsichord performance by Pierre Hantaï. https://tinyurl.com/2nyvdn7n It also kindled an interest in re-acquiring the music theory I learned as a child and have since forgotten.
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Kate & Lee Make Beautiful Music
Title: Kate & Lee Make Beautiful Music
Date: Monday, 19 February 1996
Publisher: Women's Day (Australia)
Author: Patrice Fidgeon
Main source: suburbia.com.au
Disclaimer: This archive is presented strictly in the public interest for research purposes. All the copyrights of materials reproduced here are the properties of their respective owners.
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Apple is celebrating Earth Day by donating US$1 to the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) whenever a customer makes a purchase in an Apple store using Apple Pay. The promotion will run until April 28. “Note that the donation amount is based on the purchase alone, not how much the purchase is worth,” 9to5mac reports.
- Chevrolet and Shell let drivers pay for fuel and access offers from their vehicles
- US supermarket chain Meijer to launch mobile self-checkout service
- Charity to roll out contactless donation screens following successful three week pilot
- Google’s mobile payments app has now been installed 100m times
- JCB to pilot biometric payment cards in Japan


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Love You, But You're Sitting On My Cat:
The Fertle Family has fallen on hard times. The out-of-work kids have moved
Love You, But You’re Sitting On My Cat:
The Fertle Family has fallen on hard times. The out-of-work kids have moved back home, and suddenly the Fertles are facing a financial emergency. So when the family comes up with a surefire method to win money gambling, they all take a bus trip to the glittering casinos of Oklahoma.
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5.0 Mustang & Super FordsCar Reviews
2008 Ford Mustang Bullitt First Drive- The Sequel
Ford's second shot at re-imagining Steve McQueen's machine hits the bull's eye
Horse Sense: If you follow our Real Street class in the NMRA, you know Tim Matherly races an '01 Bullitt. According to the International Mustang Bullitt Owners Club, it wasn't a production car, but Tim's ride was a Bullitt in White (like a body in white) sold to him to be converted into a race car. We'd say that worked out for the best, as Tim has just racked up another Real Street championship.
It's rare that a sequel surpasses a great original. I know, I know, there's Empire Strikes Back, but it's still fairly rare. It's probably more common that a remake of an old movie has a chance to be better than the original. In the case of the Bullitt Mustang, the original was a remake, or reimagining, of the '68 Mustang in Steve McQueen's classic movie. The '01 took a few styling hints from the movie Mustang, added some aluminum bling, power, and a suspension tuned for a high-speed chase. It was a big hit with us and with buyers that lovingly refer to themselves as Bullittheads.
When word began to leak out that Ford was considering another Bullitt Mustang, it made a lot of sense. The S197 shares a much greater connection with the vintage Mustang. However, the original Bullitt was such a hit in its time, a new model would have a lot to live up to. Moreover, the marketplace is now crowded with all manner of specialty Mustang offerings. From a horde of aftermarket choices to Ford-sanctioned options such as the Shelby GT, I wondered how a Bullitt might find its own niche.
As it turns out, taking the car's performance level up while keeping its appearance undercover really sets this car apart from the crowd. Hopping behind the wheel, I immediately noticed all the shiny bits. I fired the car up and it was really quiet, even with a modified H-pipe and larger exhaust tips on board. The clutch is light, and right away I fell in love with the shifter. It's smooth and quiet, and it doesn't have the wet-noodle feel of the standard S197 shifter. Coupled with the revvy, FRPP-tuned Three-Valve, it was a joy to blast through the gears. I'd love more power, but this car is really well-balanced.
Likewise, the Bullitt's handling is light and controllable. The original model was stiffly sprung by factory standards, but this Bullitt is almost SVT-like in its handling. Body roll is apparent, but then the car squats and goes where it's told. It's what we'd call tossable, and that trait came in handy when I got cut off by a Jaguar on Interstate 4. I had to truly test the Bullitt-spec Performance Fricition brake pads while turning to avoid the rear of the Jag taking out the front of the Bullitt. With sudden application of the brakes and input to the steering, it maintained control and avoided disaster. And that's just what Ford did with this sequel. It could've paled in comparison to the original, but instead it improves on the concept by toning down the appearance and focusing on the driving dynamics.
So for those who want more than the GT offers but don't want flashy, order a GT Premium package (140A) with the Bullitt package (54B). It only comes in Highland Green (as it should) and Black for those who want to be different.


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"To become vegetarian is to step into the stream which leads to Nirvana" - Buddha
I suspect it is a common feeling especially since many religious beliefs throughout history have recommended shunning meat diets as a way to reach a higher level of purity and consciousness. In fact, if one feels that all life was created from a divine being, then bringing harm to any of those creatures for any reason could be perceived as a disrespectful action. Such is one foundation of the connection between diet and spiritualism. Beyond the arguments of logic, many on their spiritual path feel, emotionally or physically, that it is just the best thing to do.
One discussion in the book which was intriguing is the concept that food has a life force that "can be felt as energy that we plug into for our physical, emotional, and spiritual renewal."
When an apple is growing on a tree, drinking in the sunlight, it is filled with the energy of life. That energy is what we call the "life force". Once the apple is picked , it still contains much of ifs life force. The life force keeps the apple firm, juicy, and sweet. However, several variables can affect its life force.
Source: Eating in the Light (c) 2001, Hay House Inc.
If we consume high life force foods we should reap the reward of higher energy levels and vitality which results in positive forces and progressions in our personal and spiritual lives and a prolonged duration of the life force that makes us who we are!


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Tous les Haïtiens sont des Haïtiens. Fini le débat. With these two sentences, which state that all Haitians are Haitian and thus equal, Haitian President Michel Martelly announced on June 19 that the amendments to the 1987 Constitution, approved by the National Parliament on May 9, 2011, are now in effect. The legislative process of the Haitian Republic now requires that new acts, after being enacted by the voting Parliament, have to be published in the national journal, Le Moniteur, to become effective after being promulgated by the president.[i] The new text was officially published in the Moniteur, just a few days after the pronouncement, on June 21.
The announcement could not have been made public without the support of the National Assembly, which guaranteed the legitimacy of the 128 newly approved articles. The rewriting of the Constitution involved not only the members of Parliament but also delegates representing the president and various bodies of civil society. Additionally, in order to pass the amendments, a pronouncement of non-objection was needed from the Supreme Court. Martelly said during the press conference at the National Palace, which was attended by Prime Minister Laurent S. Lamothe, other ministers, and several ambassadors to Haiti from other Latin American countries,[ii] “The three powers agreed on reproducing the text of the amended Constitution without the objection pronouncement from the Supreme Court.” Moreover, Martelly stressed that a spirit of self-sacrifice and sense of patriotism are necessary conditions for establishing a modern state in Haiti. Initially, Martelly opposed the idea of the new Constitution and tried to prevent it from coming into effect, claiming that the document contained “material errors.”
The change in the Constitution will introduce several innovations to the political organization of Haiti, including newly created institutions, a gender quota in the public sector, and most importantly, a new definition of Haitian Nationality that allows dual citizenships.
The previous Constitution was written in 1987, just after the end of Jean-Claude Duvalier’s regime, who was preceded by his father, François Duvalier, better known as “Papa Doc.” The former Constitution was composed in order to end the succession of dictatorial-inherited regimes, and the Haitian population ratified it by means of a referendum. Haiti has promulgated 23 constitutions since gaining its independence from France in 1804, which reflects the country’s political instability. Hopefully, this new constitutional change will establish the requisite political framework to foster economic and social growth. In the course of its mission to Haiti in June, the International Monetary Fund emissaries concluded, “The new government would need to accelerate the pace of reconstruction against the backdrop of political stability and security.”[iii]
The first and most advertised innovation of the new Constitution is the provision that allows Haitians to maintain dual nationalities. This clause allows Haitians who live abroad to vote and actively participate in the political life of the country. Previous constitutions barred dual-nationality holders from attentively participating in political activity. This change in policy was mostly endorsed by the Haitian diaspora, the part of the Haitian population living abroad and mostly concentrated in North America, France, and other French speaking countries.[iv] The problem of dual nationality became more critical after the devastating earthquake of January 2010, as the Haitian economy became even more heavily dependent on remittances sent from abroad, which now constitutes more than 20 percent of Haiti’s GDP.[v]
Martelly’s decision can be understood as a strategy to garner and maintain support from the 3 million Haitians living abroad. In the next legislative and municipal elections that will take place in 2013, those who hold a dual nationality can not only vote but also run for governmental positions. The only limitation is that a citizen who holds a foreign nationality will not be allowed to run for president, prime minister or deputy. Such a constraint is understandable because these offices will make up the core of the Republic. Additionally, the new amendments grant Haitians with dual nationalities the right to own land. In terms of economic development, this limitation was counterproductive because of the formidable economic potential of the Haitian diaspora.
Furthermore, the new Constitution creates a new Constitutional Court and a Supreme Court in charge of supervising the judiciary power and guarantees the courts’ independence. Additionally, the new constitution creates a new permanent Electoral Council, which will replace the previous CEP—Conseil Electoral Provisoire—with the objective of monitoring elections in order to prevent corruption, an ill that has plagued the country. The new administration has already made strides in the struggle against corruption through new initiatives. Recently, three executives from the regional offices of the Ministry of National Education and the National Credit Bank were arrested for embezzlement, forgery, and money laundering, just a few days before the announcement of the new Constitution was made.[vi]
The new Constitution establishes a gender quota, which requires that 30 percent of employees in the public sector be women. Although the country’s laws officially prohibit discrimination against women, several cultural traditions still restrict a woman’s exercise of social and civil rights. However, progress is being made, as demonstrated by the fact that Gabrielle Yacinthe recently became president of the newly established Permanent Electoral Council.
Arguments have arisen concerning the Constitution’s two versions—one in French, one in Creole—which are both official languages and of the same legal value. Former presidential candidate for the center-right Rally of Progressive National Democrats Party Mirlande H. Manigat stressed the fact that the two texts have to be considered with the same juridical value, and as she points out, the 1987 Creole version of the Constitution was not properly amended, creating problems of congruency between the two versions. This kind of confusion could negatively impact the stability of the country and mar Haiti’s international image in the eyes of potential investors and partners. Thankfully, after a special two-day session of the Senate, the representatives came to a provisionary agreement on how to correct the material errors, deciding to reopen debate at the end of the legislature. This measure does not totally resolve the issue of Haiti’s constitutional inconsistency, but it could be seen as a step forward in its political and institutional growth, which is directly linked to the country’s economic development.[vii] In order for the country to grow economically, Haiti must pass through a process of state building and social innovation.
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Citations:[i] Parlement d’Haiti. “Le processus législatif”. http://www.parlementhaitien.ht/processus-legislatif.htm

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|Recognize anyone famous? The original drummer of Imagine Dragons is sitting right behind me...|
|Meeting Sheri Dew. And I had no idea who she was.|
|Andrew's (far left) now jamming with The Moth and The Flame. (Source)|
|Yes, I played the tuba in college and yes, I met Tommy Lee.|
|My mom and Tommy Lee are tight.|
So, that's about all the "famous" people I've met. What about you? Met anyone famous? Is there someone you'd love to meet? Do share!

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Beer Fermented With Champagne Yeast
Mar 24, 2004 - Heineken affiliate Asia Pacific Breweries (APB), based in Singapore, has developed and launched a beer that is fermented with champagne yeast. The beer is called Touché, a designer beverage that was launched in Singapore in 2003. Requests have since come in from the UK and other European and North American markets, and APB could be seeing an international sales push for the beer. The Singapore brewery is the first to refine and market the beer, which is sweet, has an alcohol content of 5.5 percent, and supposedly carries a distinct whiff of Chardonnay grapes (although it's more likely the scent of the esters given off by the yeast). Touché retails for $6 a bottle in Singapore (about $3.55 in US dollars), and has reportedly proved a hit among the Asian country's celebrity crowd. APB, a unit of Asian beverage group Fraser & Neave, is 42.5 percent held by Heineken, which brews and sells the Dutch lager in Asian countries including China.


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Enhancing Your Brand with Cartoon Avatars
Integrating cartoon avatars into your brand strategy can have a significant impact on various aspects of your business. By using a unique and visually appealing cartoon avatar, you have the opportunity to create a distinct identity that sets you apart from your competitors.
A well-designed cartoon avatar can evoke emotions, spark interest, and establish a connection with your target audience. It provides a visual representation of your brand’s personality, values, and story. This visual identity becomes a powerful tool for brand recognition and recall, helping your audience associate your avatar with your brand.
The Power of Visual Identity
As humans, we are naturally drawn to visuals. Research has shown that visual content is more engaging and memorable compared to text alone. By leveraging the power of visual identity through cartoon avatars, you can effectively communicate your brand’s message, values, and offerings.
A visually appealing cartoon avatar can be used across various platforms, including social media, websites, email signatures, and digital marketing materials. Consistently utilizing your avatar in these channels enhances brand consistency and helps your audience recognize your brand with ease.
Furthermore, cartoon avatars can serve as effective marketing and communication tools. They can be used in promotional materials, advertisements, and social media campaigns to capture attention and create a strong visual impact. Cartoon avatars have the ability to convey complex messages in a simple and engaging manner, making them an invaluable asset for effective brand communication.
By embracing the use of cartoon avatars, you can elevate your brand’s identity and create a lasting impression on your audience. Whether you are an individual looking to personalize your online presence or a business seeking to strengthen your brand, cartoon avatars offer a unique and visually appealing solution.
To learn more about how to transform your picture into a cartoon superhero, check out our article on turning photos into cartoons.
Transforming Your Picture
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to transform your ordinary picture into an extraordinary cartoon superhero? With the power of cartoon avatars, you can bring your imagination to life and create a unique visual representation of yourself or your brand. Let’s explore the exciting world of turning your picture into a cartoon superhero.
From Ordinary to Extraordinary: Turning Your Picture into a Cartoon Superhero
Imagine the thrill of seeing yourself as a cartoon superhero, complete with vibrant colors, dynamic poses, and eye-catching details. By transforming your picture into a cartoon superhero, you can unleash your creativity and capture the attention of others. Whether you want to stand out on social media, enhance your personal brand, or add a playful touch to your business, a cartoon superhero avatar can help you achieve your goals.
With the right tools and techniques, you can turn any photo into a captivating cartoon superhero. By emphasizing your unique features and adding personalized elements, you can create a cartoon avatar that captures your essence and leaves a lasting impression. To learn more about the process of turning your photo into a cartoon drawing, check out our article on turning photos into cartoons.
Why Cartoon Avatars?
Cartoon avatars offer numerous advantages when it comes to personal and brand representation. Here are a few reasons why cartoon avatars are a popular choice:
Uniqueness and Personalization: Cartoon avatars allow you to express your individuality and stand out from the crowd. With endless possibilities for customization, you can create a cartoon superhero that reflects your personality, interests, and style.
Professional Artistry and Quality: By utilizing professional artists and illustrators, you can ensure that your cartoon avatar is crafted with skill and attention to detail. Digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars offer a high level of artistry and quality that elevates your visual identity.
By partnering with a custom cartoon avatar service like Avatoon.net, you can bring your vision to life. Their team of talented artists specializes in creating unique, digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars that capture the essence of their subjects. To learn more about the process and steps involved in creating your own cartoon superhero, check out our article on creating a cartoon superhero.
Transforming your picture into a cartoon superhero is an exciting way to enhance your personal brand or business identity. With the right cartoon avatar service, you can create a visually captivating representation that grabs attention, establishes brand recognition, and communicates your unique story. So why settle for ordinary when you can become extraordinary with a cartoon superhero avatar?
The Process of Creating a Cartoon Superhero
To bring your picture to life as a cartoon superhero, there are specific steps you can follow. It begins with choosing the right cartoon avatar service that offers high-quality, digitally hand-drawn custom cartoon avatars. Once you’ve found the right service, you can proceed with the steps to create your very own cartoon superhero.
Choosing the Right Cartoon Avatar Service
When selecting a cartoon avatar service, it’s important to consider factors such as the quality of artwork, customization options, and the expertise of the artists. Look for a service that specializes in digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars, as this ensures a unique and personalized result.
Consider the level of customization available. A reliable service should allow you to customize various aspects of your cartoon superhero, such as hairstyle, facial features, attire, and superpowers. This allows you to tailor the avatar to your specific needs and preferences.
Furthermore, ensure that the service employs professional artists with the skills and experience to create detailed and visually appealing cartoon avatars. Look for examples of their previous work to get an idea of their artistry and style.
Steps to Create Your Cartoon Superhero
Once you’ve chosen the right cartoon avatar service, you can begin the process of transforming your picture into a cartoon superhero. The steps involved typically include:
Upload your photo: Start by uploading a clear and high-resolution photo of yourself. This will serve as the basis for creating your cartoon avatar.
Customize your superhero: Depending on the service you choose, you’ll have the opportunity to customize various aspects of your cartoon superhero’s appearance. This includes selecting the hairstyle, facial features, outfit, and superpowers. Take the time to choose the elements that best represent your desired superhero persona.
Review and approve: After customizing your cartoon superhero, the service will provide a preview of the final artwork. Take the time to review the illustration and make any necessary adjustments or requested changes. This step ensures that you are satisfied with the final result.
Receive your cartoon superhero: Once you’ve approved the artwork, the cartoon avatar service will provide you with the final high-resolution image of your cartoon superhero. You can then use this image for various purposes, such as branding, social media profiles, or personal enjoyment.
By following these steps, you can turn your ordinary picture into an extraordinary cartoon superhero. It’s an exciting process that allows you to showcase your individuality and creativity. Remember to choose a reputable cartoon avatar service that specializes in digitally hand-drawn artwork to ensure the highest quality and professional results.
Advantages of Digitally Hand-Drawn Cartoon Avatars
When it comes to creating cartoon avatars for branding purposes, opting for digitally hand-drawn illustrations offers several distinct advantages. These advantages include uniqueness and personalization, as well as professional artistry and quality.
Uniqueness and Personalization
Digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars provide a level of uniqueness that sets them apart from other forms of avatars. Each illustration is carefully crafted by skilled artists, making your cartoon avatar truly one-of-a-kind. This uniqueness helps you stand out and capture the attention of your audience.
Furthermore, digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars allow for a high degree of personalization. You have the freedom to customize various aspects of your avatar, including facial features, hairstyles, clothing, and accessories. This level of personalization ensures that your cartoon avatar accurately represents your individual or brand identity, making it instantly recognizable.
By turning your picture into a cartoon superhero using a digitally hand-drawn approach, you can create a unique and personalized cartoon avatar that captures the essence of your brand or personal style. Avatoon.net provides a professional custom cartoon avatar service that can bring your vision to life. Learn more about this process in our article on turn photo into cartoon drawing.
Professional Artistry and Quality
The artistry and quality of digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars are unmatched. Skilled illustrators utilize their expertise to create visually appealing and professional-looking illustrations that exude creativity and artistry. The attention to detail in every stroke and shading enhances the overall quality of the avatar.
Additionally, digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars offer a higher resolution and clarity compared to automated or software-generated avatars. The precision and craftsmanship of the illustrations result in a crisp and polished final product. This level of quality not only enhances the visual impact of your avatar but also reflects positively on your brand.
By choosing a professional service that specializes in digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars, such as Avatoon.net, you can ensure that your avatar is created with the utmost care and attention to detail. The high-quality illustrations will elevate your branding efforts and help you make a lasting impression on your audience.
Incorporating digitally hand-drawn cartoon avatars into your branding strategy provides unique and personalized visuals that showcase professional artistry and quality. These avatars become powerful tools for establishing brand consistency, recognition, and effective communication. Discover more about the advantages of cartoon avatars for branding in our article on turn your picture into a cartoon superhero.
Utilizing Cartoon Superheroes for Branding
When it comes to branding, creating a strong visual identity is crucial. Cartoon superheroes can play a significant role in enhancing your brand’s recognition and consistency. Let’s explore two key advantages of utilizing cartoon superheroes for branding: brand consistency and recognition and effective marketing and communication tools.
Brand Consistency and Recognition
Consistency is vital in building a recognizable brand. By incorporating a cartoon superhero into your branding elements, such as your logo, website, social media profiles, and marketing materials, you establish a consistent visual identity. This consistency helps your target audience easily identify and remember your brand.
A well-designed cartoon superhero can become the face of your brand, representing its core values, personality, and message. When consistently used across various touchpoints, this cartoon superhero creates a strong association with your brand, making it instantly recognizable. This recognition reinforces brand loyalty and encourages consumers to engage with your products or services.
To further enhance brand recognition, consider customizing your cartoon superhero to reflect your brand’s unique characteristics. This customization could include incorporating specific colors, symbols, or elements that are closely associated with your brand identity. By doing so, you create a distinctive visual representation that sets your brand apart from competitors.
Effective Marketing and Communication Tools
Cartoon superheroes also serve as highly effective marketing and communication tools. They can be used in various ways to engage and connect with your target audience, helping to convey your brand’s message in a visually appealing and memorable manner.
For example, you can create engaging social media content featuring your cartoon superhero, such as comics, animations, or illustrations. These visual assets not only capture attention but also help communicate your brand story, values, and offerings in a fun and engaging way. They can be shared across social media platforms, increasing brand visibility and generating buzz among your audience.
Additionally, incorporating your cartoon superhero into your marketing campaigns, advertisements, and promotional materials can make a lasting impression on potential customers. Whether it’s on billboards, brochures, or digital ads, the presence of your superhero reinforces your brand identity and message, making your brand more memorable and enticing to your target audience.
By utilizing cartoon superheroes for branding, you can create a strong visual identity that fosters brand recognition and consistency. These superheroes become powerful marketing and communication tools, allowing you to effectively convey your brand’s message and engage with your audience. To explore the process of turning your picture into a cartoon superhero, check out our article on turning photos into cartoons.


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- Serves: Serves 8
Vegetable oil spray
1 medium onion, diced
1/2 medium green bell pepper, diced
2 medium garlic cloves, minced
8 ounces fresh mushrooms, sliced
12 ounces cooked skinless turkey breast, cubed (about 2 cups)
10.75-ounce can low-fat, reduced-sodium condensed cream of chicken soup
1/2 cup fat-free evaporated milk
2 tablespoons dry sherry or dry white wine (regular or nonalcoholic) (optional)
2 tablespoons grated or shredded Parmesan cheese
2 ounces diced pimientos, drained
1/8 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup plain dry bread crumbs
Meanwhile, preheat the oven to 350?F.
Heat a deep skillet over medium heat. Remove from the heat and lightly spray with vegetable oil spray (being careful not to spray near a gas flame). Return the skillet to the heat and cook the onion, bell pepper, and garlic for 2 to 3 minutes, or until soft.
Stir in the mushrooms; cook for 2 minutes, or until soft.
Add the pasta to the skillet. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the bread crumbs.
Spray a 3 quart casserole dish with vegetable oil spray. Pour the pasta mixture into the prepared casserole dish. Sprinkle with the bread crumbs.
Bake, covered, for 35 to 40 minutes.
- Nutritional Analysis
- Per serving
- Calories Per Serving
- Total Fat
- 2.5 g
- Saturated Fat
- .5 mg
- Trans Fat
- 0.0 mg
- Polyunsaturated Fat
- 0.5 g
- Monounsaturated Fat
- 0.5 g
- 41 mg
- 229 mg
- 43 mg
- 2 g
- 6 g
- 22 g
3 starch, 2 very lean meat
This recipe is reprinted with permission from the American Heart Association Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol Cookbook, Third Edition, Copyright © 2005 by the American Heart Association. Published by Clarkson Potter/Publishers, a division of Random House, Inc. Available from booksellers everywhere.


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Soprano Angela Brown donates personal papers to IUís Archives of African American Music and Culture
EDITORS: Angela Brown will be available to speak with media today (Oct. 14) after an 11:30 a.m. presentation at Indiana University's Musical Arts Center (south mezzanine). The presentation will include remarks from IU Provost Karen Hanson, IU Professor Portia Maultsby, Angela Brown and Jacobs School of Music Dean Gwyn Richards.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Oct. 14, 2010
BLOOMINGTON, Ind. -- Indiana University announced today (Oct. 14) that renowned opera singer Angela Brown, who honed her craft at the Jacobs School of Music, has selected IU's Archives of African American Music and Culture as the repository for her collected papers and an array of items related to her career.
"Being from Indiana and having graduated from IU, Angela is well-known, revered and has a legacy in this state," said IU Professor of Folklore and Ethnomusicology Portia Maultsby, director of the Archives of African American Music and Culture.
"The archives' location at IU and our collection and programming focus on African American music and musicians make us a logical and appropriate site for this incredible collection. The Angela Brown Collection will provide an invaluable resource for scholarly research and course development on African American opera singers, as well as broader issues on African American music and culture."
The Angela Brown Collection
The Angela Brown Collection will include recordings on cassette, videotape and DVD, photographs, personal papers such as certificates and awards, posters, programs and brochures, and magazine and newspaper articles about the singer who made her Metropolitan Opera debut as Aida in 2004.
"I am very excited that the dream of having an Angela Brown Collection is coming true through the IU Archives of African American Music and Culture," Brown said. "It is awe-inspiring to think that young people will be able to learn from my life's work as it unfolds. Hopefully, they will be inspired by my 'highs' and learn from my 'lows.' A huge thanks to the Archives of African American Music and Culture for deeming me worthy of being a part of such a prestigious collection. I am grateful and humbled for this to be in my home state of Indiana."
Maultsby is pleased to start archiving the collection while Brown is still in her 40s. As a creative artist gets older, Maultsby said, early aspects of her career may pale in significance in the artist's mind, causing some of the most interesting, formative items to be forgotten or left out.
"Angela's collection is a valuable resource because it allows us to chronicle the full development of the career of an African American opera singer -- particularly one who has maintained her participation in and allegiance to the African American musical tradition," Maultsby said. "This collection can inspire others who may have been advised to choose between the world of classical music and that of African American vernacular traditions. Angela, through her continued success, shows us that one music tradition does not have to be sacrificed for the other. It is indeed possible to be Angela Brown the gospel singer, Angela Brown the R&B or popular music singer, and Angela Brown the opera singer."
Brown's general manager, Janet Jarriel of JEJ Artists, said the archiving project will bring cohesiveness and chronology to the singer's disparate collection of career-related items. "It also will make the collection accessible to other young singers who can see Angela's route," Jarriel said. "She didn't take a straight path, and she didn't start out wanting to be an opera singer. It's interesting to see how lots of different experiences in her early years influenced her career."
Brown, who recently moved back to her hometown of Indianapolis after living in New York for years, is in Bloomington today to officially announce her donation of the collection.
She will return in two days for an Oct. 16 performance of "Opera From a Sistah's Point of View," a musical program she created to help dispel the myth of opera as a stuffy performance medium through lively commentary on opera plots and characters, arias, art songs and spirituals. Brown has said opera is for everyone, not just for "elitist audiences." The performance will take place at the Musical Arts Center at 8 p.m. For ticket information, see https://music.indiana.edu/departments/offices/box-office/index.shtml.
Before she had a career
Jarriel has known Brown since 1993, "before she had a career," when both studied at the Jacobs School of Music. At the time, Brown was a singer and Jarriel was a master's student in arts administration; the two met when then-Jacobs School Dean Charles Webb asked Jarriel to turn pages for a Brown performance in Indianapolis. The April 26, 1993, performance for the Contemporary Club of Indianapolis took place at the Fairview Presbyterian Church in Indianapolis.
"After the performance, we started talking. Angela knew that I wanted to open an artists' management agency once I finished the master's degree," Jarriel said. Over the next couple of years, the two formed a solid friendship that led to a successful working relationship when they joined forces to promote Brown's 1995 demo CD. "From that point on, we worked together exclusively," Jarriel said.
To illustrate the depth and range of Brown's career, Maultsby points to two certificates: one commemorates Brown as a Regional Finalist with the The Metropolitan Opera National Council and the other is a Certificate of Appreciation for Outstanding Service Rendered to the IU Soul Revue, for which she served as vocal coach for six years. She received both the same year, 1996.
"What this illustrates is Angela's dual musical identity and her ability to move seamlessly between two distinct musical traditions," Maultsby said. "While studying opera, she served as vocal coach for the IU Soul Revue, an ensemble specializing in black popular music. She also sang in the African American Choral Ensemble."
So far, the six boxes of materials sent to the archives have yielded such finds as images of Brown as Ariadne in an IU Opera Theater production; correspondence from children who sent letters after seeing Brown perform; a cassette tape of the March 2, 1997, Metropolitan Opera National Council Winners concert, at which she sang "O patria Mia" from Aida (she won); programs from performances at Carnegie Hall and Broadway; and her Indiana Governor's Arts Award.
At the Archives of African American Music and Culture in the Smith Research Center, graduate students have spent the past couple of weeks doing an initial sorting of Angela Brown's materials under the tutelage of Brenda Nelson-Strauss, head of collections.
Starting the archiving now is advantageous from an archivist's perspective because of the opportunity to evaluate and preserve materials initially, then annually, as new materials are created, Nelson-Strauss said. "I hope that on an annual basis, everything that has documented her career that year would be forwarded to us for safe keeping," Nelson-Strauss said. "I think things are less likely to fall through the cracks if we have a more active role in documenting her career."
A digital finding aid is also being created to help locate various aspects of the collection once it's archived, something that Nelson-Strauss said will also help illuminate any gaps in documentation."For example, we have very little to document her career prior to 1990," Nelson-Strauss said. "We know she started performing in the early 80s in some musicals in Indianapolis, but we don't have materials from that time. We'll be working with Angela to see what other documentation might exist."
The project has been emotional for Jarriel, who said she and Brown "grew up in this business together" as both built their careers.
"She's like an aunt to my kids," Jarriel said. "When I went through my archival files on Angela, it was very touching. I uncovered things I hadn't thought about or remembered for years; I found the first mailing we ever did, for her first CD when I was still a graduate student at IU. It's so nice to have all of these materials in one place and know someone is taking care of them and that others will have access to them. There's no better place for this collection than IU."


Together (Feat. Bibiane Z)
With the UK currently basking in some glorious February sun, we have this gorgeous chilled banger from DJ and producer Amit Kadel, aka Akade, for you to enjoy. Hailing from the city of Kolkata in India, Akade discovered his love of music at the age of 15 and at first what started out as a hobby DJing for private gigs turned into a full time passion with him finally learning music production. With a number of releases behind him already, including Beatport Top 100 tracks, as well as radio support from the likes of Hardwell, Tiesto and Nicky Romero, Together featuring singer Bibiane Z is his debut release on Time Records. Coming in at just under three minutes and full of eastern influences and hooks, this tropical-infused pop dance track is set for new and chilled dance contextual playlists and with the right push at European club DJs could become one of the early summer favourites. Slick, euphoric and addictive pop dance for the masses.
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2010 OSHKOSH EXTREME RACING LIGHT CONCEPT
The Oshkosh Extreme Racing Light Concept Vehicle competing in the 43rd running of the Tecate SCORE Baja 1000. Oshkosh builds a large variety of bigger machines, ranging from fire trucks to rigs capable of hauling up to 70 tons.
Oshkosh using hybrid system with diesel engine to send power to a generator which, in turn, directly powers the wheels. In place of batteries, the setup relies on ultracapacitors to store and deliver energy.
The arrangement is said to reduce fuel consumption by 20 percent thanks to the elimination of components such as the torque converter, automatic transmission, transfer case and driveshafts.
2012 FORD MUSTANG COBRA JET
2012 Ford Mustang Cobra Jet, named after the legendary Cobra Jet drag racers of the late 1960s, was relaunched in 2008 at the SEMA show and revised in 2010. Now Ford Racing is updating the car once again with a slew of new upgrades and options. Let’s view detail after jump.
The 2012 Mustang Cobra Jet will come standard with an aluminum block (previously an option) and the 5.4-liter V8 now also boasts a fortified crankshaft and upgraded forged connecting rods. The rear suspension and brakes have also been improved, and springs rates both front and rear have been optimized. New black anodized Weld Racing wheels are wrapped with Cobra Jet branded Goodyear tires with an all new compound. Finally, three colors will be offered red, white and blue with an optional graphics package.