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The Thomas à Kempis fan club includes St. Ignatius, Thomas Merton, Thomas More, and even Agatha Christie's Miss Marple. (She reads a chapter of The Imitation of Christ every night before sleep.) Imitation has exerted immense influence on Christian worship, ethics, and church structure, because it gives specific yet broad-minded guidance about the central task of Christian life--learning to live like Jesus. Better to read this book a little here and there, now and then, than to try gobbling it cover to cover. Imitation is no triumph of orderly thinking, but it's a great monument and incentive to deep living. --Michael Joseph GrossBook Description:
When does a classic become new, fresh and extremely relevant? When someone takes it out of an outdated format and makes it readable, searchable and understandable. The Imitation of Christ has been in print for over 500 years for a good reason. It is powerful, beautiful and heart piercing. James Watkins has taken those words and reworked them into ninety daily readings, arranged by topic. Whether for daily devotions or for sound insight into a particular issue, Watkins paraphrase blends the ancient with the modern to introduce this classic to a new audience, speaking to all Christians with credibility and authority and using inclusive language not found in the original.
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New 2019 Airstream RV Flying Cloud 30RB
Airstream RV Flying Cloud travel trailer 30RB highlights:
- Rear Bedroom
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For any camping trip whether near or far you will want this easy to tow Flying Cloud 30RB travel trailer! This model can easily accommodate your family. In the evening you will want to relax at the L-sofa, and you can eat your meals at the dinette or play a card game or two here. You will find a split bathroom in this model with a shower along one side of the trailer and a toilet plus a sink across the hall. In the rear bedroom there is a queen bed plus storage space.
With a variety of floor plans to choose from you can easily select the Flying Cloud travel trailer that is ideal for your family. You will enjoy your view from the panoramic windows and at night you can close the Oceanair roller blinds so you have complete privacy. The enclosed aluminum insulated heated underbelly allows you to camp in all types of weather. After you are done playing outdoors then you can clean up at the exterior shower before heading inside. In the evening plan to stay outside just a bit longer and visit with your family while sitting under the patio awning with LED dimmable light. In the bathroom a fun feature is the retractable clothes line in the shower.
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Florida's unfortunate reputation of retirement homes, theme parks, and crazies has been slowly changing. Creative individuals across the state from musicians, to filmmakers, to artists, to writers, to cooks and beyond have found themselves on the cusp of a Floridian Golden Era of Art. This forum is here for YOU to share, promote, communicate, celebrate and revel in all things art-related in the state of Florida.
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This Canadian-based company wants to revolutionize the way we drive, park and pay for transportation insurance through its GPS data-based smart metering technology solution.
Skymeter Corp. is a Toronto-based company that was founded in 2006, based on research that began in 2002, the company’s CEO, Kamal Hassan explains. While the company only has a team of nine full-time employees, as well as some part-timers, Hassan said the company already has a global partner and customer presence.
The company’s flagship GPS-based road tolling solution is a metering system that facilities the automatic payment of vehicle services based on factors such as time, distance and place. Instead of getting things such as a parking ticket, the driver simply gets a bill at the end of the month, with a price that reflects what was used. This is made possible by an electronic meter from Skymeter that sits on the vehicle’s dashboard, Hassan said.
“There are three big problems when it comes to transportation in the world today,” Hassan said. “Traffic jams, high greenhouse gas emissions from transportation and government imbalances and deficits. We can solve all of these problems by having drivers pay for what they use, when they use it by using a metering system.”
The Skymeter solution works essentially like an electricity meter, which measures and determines costs based on a pay-per-use basis. Hassan said Skymeter’s goal is to offer the same sort of metering service but with roads, parking and insurance in mind. This would allow any charges to be sent to a driver’s account automatically, he added. The GPS technology allows the electronic meter to charge the user based on how many kilometers were driven, or what zone the driver was in at certain times.
Hassan said the idea behind this metering solution came form the company’s chief scientist, Bern Grush, who received a parking ticket one day.
“Bern wanted to know why the car couldn’t pay the ticket automatically for him,” Hassan said. “He wanted to know why in a digital age, that we, as drivers, still need to feed coins into meters on the road just to pay for parking. He went to Europe and spoke with some people there and they suggested he come up with a parking solution that used a private GPS system for road tolling.”
Hassan said Skymeter’s go-to-market strategy focuses on being able to sell and enable other companies to offer metering services to customers. The company will sell billing data and an electronic meter to a service provider, if required, who in turn, offers a service to end customers that are in need of a metering solution.
“Service providers, which also include telcos, are the point of contact for the customer,” Hassan said. “They’re the ones who bring the technology and customer together to offer a service. Service providers are the ones who make the sale and run the service and have the customer contact point. We sell the billing data so we provide the meters to partners and we do the billing calculations. The partner then takes that data and collects the money from their end-users.”
One of the company’s primary goals right now is to identify potential partners in different markets and reach out to them, while also responding to other partner requests.
“We’re open to serving multiple partners at once,” Hassan said. “We’re looking to serve and support all partners who can make a good business in the metering business for themselves and us. We’re also looking for partners who have niche applications where our meter would be useful. One of our major customer groups who’s interested in metering-enabled services are governments and municipalities. We prefer to deal with partners who have a history with these types of customers and who have worked with them before.”
The City of Winnipeg is an example of a customer that has recently implemented a Skymeter-based parking project, Hassan said. Up next for Skymeter is another parking project with a Toronto-based office tower, who Hassan said is not able to be named yet. This company will use the Skymeter solution as an alternative to a monthly parking pass, where users will get a rebate for any days they don’t use the parking pass.
As for pricing, Hassan said Skymeter charges partners for the data service as a monthly fee. From there, the partner sells the service to the customer. He noted that it’s really up to the partner though to determine how they want to price the parking, tolling or insurance services.

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I seek to make films to make people think, entertain and reach them on a spiritual and emotional level.
Unique traits: I play the bass guitar, paint, write plays, ride horses & motorcycles, ice skate, and worked as an actor. I've lived in a dysfunctional family, experienced the pain of divorce and the joy of a wonderful second marriage. All the things I have learned in my life have helped me become a better film maker.
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- Some infants should be introduced to peanut-containing foods as early as 4 months
- Peanut allergy affects about 2% of the children in the United States
A serious peanut allergy can lead to anaphylaxis and, rarely, even death, which means some parents avoided introducing peanuts to their children.
But on Thursday, an expert panel published new guidelines about when to introduce some infants to peanut-containing foods as a way to prevent food allergies, a technique validated by the Learning Early About Peanut allergy, or LEAP, study
"Many, many people were asking their doctors, their pediatricians, 'We've heard about this wonderful information; what should we do?' " said Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases. "The professional societies -- such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Physicians, the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology, etc. -- all decided they needed to get together and sit down in a few meetings and put together some guidelines."


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First Sunday of Advent
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Our Guest Speaker for Sunday, December 10
Cade Hopkins, FPCF Youth Director, will be our worship speaker on Sunday, December 10.
An alumnus of our FPCF youth group, Cade grew up in Fayetteville and attended both Lincoln County High School and Fayetteville High School. He’s currently earning his BSN RN at the University of Tennessee Southern and hopes to attend graduate school sometime after.
Come join us at 10:15 a.m. for worship!
Stewardship Breakfast & Congregational Meeting
The session has called a Congregational Meeting on Sunday, December 17, immediately following the 9 a.m. Stewardship Breakfast for the purpose of:
• Electing an elder to the Class of 2024 to fill the unexpired term of Russel Mays. The Elder Nominating Committee has nominated Debbie Fraley to fill the vacancy as chair of the Administrative Committee.
• Voting on the pastor’s terms of call.
• Presentation of the 2024 proposed budget.


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Bellarks Polytechnic has officially announced the cut-off marks for the 2023/2024 academic session. If you are a prospective student of this institution, you should read this article to see the cut-off marks required for your preferred course of study.
Bellarks Poly Cut Off Mark 2023/2024
The management of Bellarks Polytechnic has released the cut-off mark for the 2023/2024 academic session. Aspiring students are encouraged to find out the cut-off mark for their preferred course of study; this will help them prepare to ace the scores.
Before the management of any polytechnic sets up a cut-off mark, they ensure that the cut-off mark is in line with the JAMB set cut-off mark. This means that Bellarks Polytechnic, Eket ensures to set a cut-off mark that is not less than the JAMB cut-off mark.


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Could Caffeine Reduce Your Fertility? Photo: Shutterstock / The Bump
If you’re TTC, your doctor has probably advised you to cut back on caffeine to up your chances of conception. By how exactly could that help? New research suggests that caffeine impairs the way a woman’s fallopian tubes work. Doctors at the University of Nevada School of Medicine, Reno, studied the fallopian tubes of female mice and found that exposure to caffeine inhibited their muscle function, making it tougher for their eggs to move down the tubes into the uterus. In a press release, the doctors admit there are differences between humans and mice, but they say identifying the fallopian tube muscles as the link between fertility problems and caffeine consumption is an important step as they figure out new ways to help women dealing with fertility problems, pelvic inflammation and ectopic pregnancy.
Did you cut back on caffeine when you were TTC? Do you think it helped?
Plus, read on for your complete pregnancy nutrition guide.
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In addition to the Home Page Template, Organization offers a Full Width Template, Site Archives Template and a Three Column Template for displaying a sidebar on each side of your content. Page Templates can be applied in the Page Attributes.
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This has been a wonderful day. I’ll tell you all about it tomorrow. I’m sleepy and will soon go to bed. If you celebrate this holiday, I hope you had a joyous day. And even if today was a regular day for you, peace and good wishes to everyone.
This painting is of a peach pie, but today my firstborn daughter baked a pumpkin pie for tomorrow. I baked ahead the homemade macaroni and cheese. My youngest daughter made a green bean casserole. The two hot dishes will be on a heating & warming tray tomorrow. In the morning I’ll prepare and roast the turkey. We’ll have a flurry of activity in the kitchen when it’s time for making all of the other parts of the feast: stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, vegetables, yams (I don’t count them as vegetables and I won’t eat any, I don’t like yams) and heating the french bread my husband baked. My son will open a can of cranberry sauce and slice it. I won’t eat that stuff either, but he sure will.
I put matching turkey and harvest themed tablecloths on the tables, finished making festive potholders, and washed the pretty new holiday apron my daughter gave me. I’m ready! I’ll be up very early to finish thawing the turkey, going outside to cut the fresh parsley and rosemary to stuff the turkey, as well as a lemon, orange, onion, and apple. This is a new variation I’m trying, based on tips I found online. I like to try new ways to prepare the turkey. Every year it seems to be “the best turkey ever!”
I wish you all a happy day tomorrow, and those of you who celebrate this holiday, may you have a joyous Thanksgiving!
You might remember when I shared this painting in September, and now nearly two months have passed by. Autumn is going fast. Didn’t it feel like such as short time ago when summer ended? But here we are, and the holiday season is soon upon us.
My Christmas show is coming along. I hope that you will enjoy it and share it far and wide. We need as much joy as we can get! Well, that’s all for tonight. I had a busy Monday, did you? I’m tired. Good night, dear friends.
You might remember when I first shared this painting when I finished it in April? Here we are, five months later, and I’m guessing you are feeling a lot of the same emotions that I am. When spring came upon us, I felt hopeful that the change of seasons would bring positive developments along with the blooming trees and sunny skies. Then we slipped into summer, and my optimism waned. Now we are entering autumn. With fall leaves changing, soon we’ll be hibernating again in a deadened world of shorter days, longer darkness, bare trees, and the emotions that come with the reflections and reminiscing that ring in the holiday season.
I don’t have extended family who visits, nor do I visit anyone, but I enjoy the time I spend with my own little family (my husband and kids). I’ve shopped early this year and their presents are already stashed away, long before Christmas. I want to make sure that we can celebrate so brightly that our happiness and gratefulness outshines anything dark that may be upon us in December. I’m also investing in new baking projects and food ideas, party plans (even though it’s just us, we are a party!), and of course the big holiday show that I’ll be sharing with all of you. I want to encourage you to think ahead about how you want to spend your holiday season and prepare for it in a way that is bigger and brighter than you’ve ever done before, even if it’s just you alone.
I will be here with you, same as always. I am committed to blogging every day. So even if it seems that “no one” is around, someone always is. Stay strong, stay positive, and plan for happiness.
Inspired by my family… that’s me in the red and my husband across from me. Our son in the green, and our two girls nearest to you. Of course this doesn’t look like us exactly, and is out of proportion and perspective, but it captures the warmth and love I feel when I cook for my family. The candlesticks are inspired by real ones I have that were my parents. Dad brought them back from the war and Mom would save them for “good”, which means that she didn’t actually use them. Both my parents died young. I have decided never to save anything for good. Every day that I am alive is a good day.
I spent today cooking up a feast for my family. The plan was to cook up a variety of meats and then use those in different recipes. A full day of cooking and baking that will provide meals for the week ahead. So, I made three dishes from sausage: an egg, red pepper, and sausage scramble for eating inside warm tortillas, a baked pasta dish, and as topping on a homemade pizza. I made three dishes from ground beef: meatballs with egg noodles and gravy, a second topping for the pizza, and part of a second baked pasta dish. And so on. I made cookies also, thumbprint sugar cookies with jam baked in.
The pizza was absurd! It was so heavy because I crammed it with enough toppings to be a meal all by itself: fresh mushrooms, red bell pepper, chopped sweet onion, sliced red onion, sausage, seasoned ground beef, ham, bacon, pepperoni, fresh mushrooms, tomato sauce mozzarella and Parmesan cheese. All of that on a hefty thick homemade yeast crust.
Cooking in a large batch like this can save time and money because each single package of meat was stretched into three or more meals. I plan to start my next painting tomorrow and I won’t have to set aside time to cook. My kids often cook for themselves, but that ties up the kitchen and makes a lot of noise behind my head. My “studio” is just the back wall of the kitchen.
So, there are practical reasons to occasionally take a day for cooking multiple meals ahead, but… the best reason is that the day of cooking means that all of these meals are fresh from the oven at once, like a giant feast. When my family walked in the door after a long day, much of it spent in heavy rains, they were happy to walk into a kitchen bursting with food. They said it smelled like a pizzeria in here.
Holiday times are a wonderful escape. Feasting with family and friends can feel like nothing else matters, and the stress of our lives is far away. Every now and then an ordinary day comes along, and there’s no holiday in sight, and it’s too long to wait for a season that’s months in coming. Why wait for the right time? Why wait for permission, convention, or a date on the calendar? The only day that matters is today.
Watch me paint “Americana” in 2 minutes (time lapse)
This is the painting featured in my 4th of July show. If you haven’t already seen my variety show with family members as guest stars (dancing, singing, and included in the photography slideshow in the first half), here it is:
I hope that you enjoyed my holiday variety painting show. The next show will be in November. I’m already preparing for it and have ordered my next dress!
Now that the July show is over, I’ll be back to my regular schedule of painting. There are 6 paintings left for the “50 Oil Paintings Inspired by Nature” collection. Thank you to all who are sharing this journey with me, toward my lifetime goal of one THOUSAND finished oil paintings!

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Apple is increasingly preparing for the production of this year’s iPhone flagship. According to a report for the year 2017, the group ordered 70 million OLED displays from Samsung, all of which are intended for the iPhone 8 or iPhone X. Samsung is to become the only OLED supplier.
Samsung as an exclusive OLED supplier
Nikkei received the information from a not-named source of supplier circles. The report coincides with the estimate of the IHS market analyst David Hsieh, who quantified the total OLED production intended for Apple to over 95 million units. Samsung is targeting demand that exceeds expectations, and is targeting more than the originally ordered volume to prevent any bottlenecks.
Apple had chosen Samsung as the only OLED supplier because the South Korean company offered the most advanced technology in the sector and also had the necessary experience. In the past, there have been several indications on Samsung’s display production for the iPhone 8, with the order volume of 160 million in February, far exceeding Nikkei’s figure.
To date, the electronics company Sharp, which has been acquired by Foxconn, has also been considered as a possible OLED supplier. The display manufacturer recently also raised the production of OLED, which was interpreted as a battle for the iPhone-8 deal.
Face detection, wireless charging and no home button
The Nikkei report on the OLED production confirms some of the features already mentioned by other sources of the iPhone 8. The virtually frameless display is supposed to offer a 5.2-inch diagonal, which at first glance the Nikkei indication of 5.8 inches contradicts. However, the previous report also reported a 5.8 inch model, the actual screen area of which is limited to 5.15 inches to display content. The rest of the display area uses Apple’s virtual bar, which is similar to the Touch Bar of the current MacBook Pro, and provides functions that are not defined in more detail.
Nikkei also reports water tightness and wireless charging. Apple’s suppliers are still faced with the challenge of getting to grips with the currently prevailing overheating problems of the wireless recharge technology. Another new feature of the iPhone 8 is a face scanner in the conversation to replace the fingerprint sensor as an authentication method. This would also eliminate the Homebutton, represented since the first iPhone on all Apple smartphones, in its current form.
The presentation of the iPhone 8 is expected for September. In addition, an iPhone 7s (4.7 inches) and 7s Plus (5.5 inches) should appear, which instead of OLED continue to rely on the LCD technology known from all previous iPhones. According to Nikkei, the latter two models are also equipped with wireless charging.


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As the workforce ages, it’s becoming increasingly clear that the proverbial tide is changing. The narrative once dominated by millennials is now shifting to include a wave of experienced individuals who carry with them a wealth of knowledge and expertise. This ‘Silver Tsunami’—a term that defines the surge of baby boomers reaching and surpassing traditional retirement age—is reshaping the labor market and compelling companies to rethink their approach to age diversity in the workplace.
The demographic shift is evident. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the participation rate of older workers has been steadily increasing. The reasons are manifold: financial necessity, a desire to stay active, and a changing outlook on retirement. What does this mean for companies within various industries? The implications are both challenging and promising.
**Challenges: Employers need to confront and address issues of ageism and the digital divide that can alienate older employees. Age discrimination can manifest in hiring practices, professional development opportunities, and workplace culture. On the other hand, the digital divide reflects the varying degrees of technological proficiency between younger and older workers, which can lead to disparities in performance and inclusion.
**Opportunities: By recognizing the value of an aging workforce, companies can harness the benefits of experience, reliability, and a strong work ethic that often come with seasoned employees. Older workers can offer mentorship, providing an invaluable transfer of skills and knowledge to the younger generation. This mentorship can serve as a catalyst for innovation, as it bridges diverse perspectives and approaches.
So how can organizations adapt? Forward-thinking companies are already implementing strategies to create an inclusive environment that fosters productivity and innovation across all age groups.
1. Lifelong Learning: By prioritizing continuous education and training, employers can equip all workers, regardless of age, with current skills, thus narrowing the digital divide and promoting a culture of growth.
2. Flexible Work Arrangements: Flexibility in work schedules and locations appeals to older employees who may be balancing work with personal commitments or health considerations. This adaptability can also improve work-life balance for the entire workforce.
3. Inclusive Culture: Creating a workplace that values and supports workers of all ages can reduce ageism. This includes recognizing biases and promoting policies that support fairness and equity.
4. Health and Wellness Programs: Tailored health initiatives can address the specific needs of older employees, promoting longevity and reducing absenteeism.
5. Job Redesign: Adjusting job roles to match the changing physical capabilities of older workers can help maintain high levels of productivity without sacrificing well-being.
The ‘Silver Tsunami’ is not just a challenge; it’s a bold opportunity for companies to diversify their talent pool, encourage cross-generational collaboration, and disrupt the status quo by valuing wisdom as much as youthfulness. The Work Times readers are well-positioned to lead the way in embracing an aging workforce, fostering environments where experience is an asset, and innovation is ageless.
In conclusion, the rise of the aging workforce is a multi-dimensional issue that requires an approach grounded in understanding, flexibility, and innovation. Companies that proactively engage with this demographic shift will not only benefit from the rich experience of their older employees but will also set a precedent for a dynamic, inclusive, and productive future workplace.

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Iirc you need simply to remove the nut, and the old lever should slip out of the assembly. Be aware of the spring which pushes back the indent from position 1 to position 5. I think I had mine so there was minimum tension on the spring, then just dropped the old lever out, slipped the new one in, made sure the indent (1 to 5) still functioned properly, aligned the hole with the mounting bracket, slipped the bolt back in, threaded the nut, and tightened.
BUT, do LUBE the pivot point where the cable enters the lever assembly. I used hi temp grease, just a dab or 2.


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Kimberly Wehle: In the immediate aftermath of Thursday's Supreme Court rulings on who has the right to access the president's financial records, numerous commentators cast the decisions as a "split" that gave prosecutors a clear win but thwarted Congress's ability to obtain Trump's financial records. But while Trump might have won a short-term political battle by effectively managing to keep his records hidden until after the November election, there should be no confusion about who won on Thursday.
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Nigerian singer, Davido has revealed that he and his cousins have been wearing designer outfits from Tommy Hilfiger and more since childhood.
The Omo Baba Olowo crooner took to his Instagram page where he made the revelation on Sunday afternoon.
Sharing throwback photo of himself and his cousins, he wrote:
We always been in designers. Tell them.
See his post below:
The Daily Page recalls that Davido is about to unveil a massive project in Lagos.
According to reports, the beach house which is near completion is located at Ilashe Beach, Lagos State.
This is coming few months after he claimed that his recently purchased Banana Island land worth 2.5 billion.
According to Davido, he would be building the craziest crib that people have ever seen.
He wrote: To God be the glory! Just acquired my new land to build my dream home. IM about to build the craziest crib you all ever seen”.


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For the past year, Henry had slept in a different bedroom each night. He kept his clothes neatly folded in a smallish room on the third floor. The room acted as his own majestic walk in closet. It housed his collection of solid colored t-shirts, a tub full of white tube socks, seven drawers of trousers, one pair of nice dress slacks, and a faded pair of blue jeans that had never once fit him. Lazarus had given Henry a tuxedo, which was draped over a chair, unworn under its original sheath of plastic. He owned two pairs of shoes, a sturdy set of boots for the winter and spring, and plastic thong sandals that he replaced every June. Henry did not own a single pair of underwear.
He had retired to bed that night in one of the many third floor bedrooms, this one wallpapered in pinstripe lavender and taupe. There was a framed world map on one wall, and a collection of porcelain figurines on the desk under the window. The room smelled musty, and faintly of mothballs or baby powder. The shelves on the other wall were covered in dust. He traced his fingers over the bindings of his wife’s book collection. They were multicolored, but took on an overall beige tone when he squinted, a dominating yellowing not unlike that of old pages. Kate must have had thousands. Books lined shelves in rooms throughout the house. All four walls of the library on the first floor were covered with bookcases, hiding the windows and leaving the room perpetually dark. There were cases of them in the basement, and brimming cardboard boxes in the attic. Books in stacks of three or four were piled on coffee tables, countertops and even scattered around the kitchen. Hard covers were hidden in the linen closets, under tablecloths and on top of one of the two refrigerators. Some of her books had titles written in languages other than English, though Henry was unaware of Kate speaking any other language. Some of the books contained pictures, some recipes, some dictated distinct walking tours in Ecuador. There was no rhyme or reason to order of the books. They were stacked in random order, old ones piled on top of newer looking ones, ones with broken spines and ones with missing covers. Some were dry and cracked with age, while others looked greasy with their freshly laminated covers. They ruled the house; heaps of books burgeoning like overgrown house plants. Henry leaned into a shelf and allowed his nose to brush along the edges. He inhaled slowly, collecting a fine dust in his nostrils. His nose felt tickled now, and he waited for a sneeze to come. Squinting his eyes and bunching his lips together, the nervous feeling of a passing sneeze overtook his sinuses, his eyes watering with silent dissatisfaction.
The bed was lined with small pillows and a teddy bear that Henry didn’t recognize. Most of its fur was rubbed off, its little bead of a nose hanging by only a few loosely sewn yarns. He selected a particularly white book and shimmied out of his trousers. Stripping off his shirt, he wrapped himself in blankets and held the stuffed bear to his chin. He opened the book, and began to read:
“On the pleasant shore of the French Riviera, about half way between Marseilles and the Italian border, stands a large, proud, rose-colored hotel. Deferential palms cool its flushed façade, and before it stretches a short dazzling beach. Lately it has become a summer resort of notable and fashionable people; a decade ago it was almost deserted after its English clientele went north in April. Now, many bungalows cluster near it, but when this story begins only the cupolas of a dozen old villas rotted like water lilies among the massed pines between Gausse’s Hôtel des Etrangers and Cannes, five miles away.”
He turned to his side and pressed his cheek against the teddy bear. He knew Kate was sleeping in a separate bedroom, locked behind a door to a home he bought on impulse. He thought about how she would look beside him on the French Riviera, her finger donning the ten-karat ring she had picked out herself, her teeth framed by a heavily lipsticked smile. He wanted desperately to spread tanning oil on her shoulder blades, to think of them as angel wings, to think of her as a goddess. He wanted to love her. He fell asleep in a fit of panic, stroking the bear’s ear and feeling the ghost of another woman beside him. He could feel her slipping away, evaporating from his arms, from his dreams as he kicked the blankets around the bed, searching for her with his bare feet. When he awoke, the bear was under him, suffocated, its nose a bit looser than before.
Wrapping a sheet around his torso like a toga, Henry propped the teddy bear on a shelf and eased the practically unread book back into the collection. He relieved himself in the toilet across the hall, gleefully deciding not to wash his hands this morning. Still, he brushed his teeth furiously, enjoying the taste of toothpaste mingling with the dabs of blood that formed on his gums near his molars. Henry did not floss. He made his way across the winding hall towards the room with his clothes, where he dressed himself in fresh trousers, and a red t-shirt. The sheet was left in the corner, along with a few other soiled items that Henry had neglected to put in the hamper. He walked towards the nearest staircase, and made his way to the kitchen. The clock above the sink read ten-oh-ten, and Henry bated his curiosity by eating one of Kate’s plums. It was unusual for his wife to be sleeping so late. She usually positioned herself at one end of the kitchen table in the morning, slicing fruit in front of a book or the newspaper. Henry checked the microwave clock to make sure he had the time correct before sitting down in her seat and slicing a plum.
By noon, Henry began to twitch. His fingers shook a bit, and he had grown sick of the fresh fruit and had begun stuffing himself with alternating spoonfuls of raspberry jam and peanut butter. His forehead ached, and he pressed four fingers against his temples, squeezing hard enough that his jaw cracked. When he checked Kate’s room, it looked perfectly normal, save the absence of the woman. Henry’s stomach fell towards his knees, and he suddenly felt nauseous. Leaning over himself, he vomited on the carpet, emptying his insides of the unbearable sweetness he had eaten all morning. His heart valves began snapping angrily. He was turning red, and beads of sweat dripped into the brown vomit, salt mixing with the sweet. He threw himself on her bed, whimpering like a child, wiping his mouth on her pillow, lying like an embalmed corpse. Henry lied there for nearly two days.

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I am interested in trading my 870 for a Ruger sp101 in .357 with a 2.25" or 3" barrel or for the same gun in .327 Federal Magnum. I will also consider selling for cash. This 870 includes the following features: - tritium rifle sights (two years old) - Blackhawk SpecOps stock (the boingy kind with springs and a pistol grip) - 1.25 to 1.5 inch thick sorbothane but pad attached to the SpecOps stock - extended magazine that raises the capacity by three shells - six-shell side saddle - home-polished forcing cone (the gun is a standard express model, which comes from the factory with limited finishing and polishing) - 19.5 inch barrel marked for 2 3/4 inch or 3 inch shells, 12 ga I can meet at an appropriate parking lot in Vancouver, Battleground, or Camas. I would like to see a concealed pistol license. Before trading for an sp101, I will want to make sure that any aftermarket grips fit my hand or that the factory grips (which should fit me) are included. I will also want to examine the gun carefully. I would prefer a spurred hammer (rather than a DAO gun). My preference is to do a straight trade for an sp101, with no cash exchanged. If someone wants to do a straight cash purchase, I will let it go for 550. Otherwise I will just keep it, mainly because of the money and time I have put into it. I can send photos by e-mail. I will see if I can add them to the post.


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Explore this remarkable country with Sylvie Franquet, discover its vibrant cities, exquisite Islamic architecture and incomparable archaeological sites, legacy of the mighty Persian Empire, and enjoy the traditional warmth and hospitality of its people.
- Visit the sacred shrines, tombs and lush rose gardens of Shiraz, city of ‘roses and nightingales’ and the nearby famous archaeological site of Persepolis
- See the Zoroastrian Fire Temple and Towers of Silence in the city of Yazd, historically the centre for Iran’s Zoroastrian community
- Visit the breathtaking, exquisitely decorated Imam and Friday Mosques in Isfahan, one of the greatest cities of Islam, and spend time in its famous bazaar
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NeoPhotonics to Participate at Investor Conferences
SAN JOSE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 4, 2016--
NeoPhotonics Corporation (NYSE:NPTN), a leading designer and
manufacturer of advanced hybrid photonic integrated optoelectronic
modules and subsystems for bandwidth-intensive, high-speed
communications networks, today announced that management of NeoPhotonics
will participate at the following investor conferences:
Tim Jenks, CEO, will be at the Raymond James 37th Annual
Institutional Investors Conference on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 in
Orlando, FL. A live webcast and a replay webcast of the presentation
will be available at http://ir.neophotonics.com/phoenix.zhtml?c=236218&p=irol-calendar.
Ray Wallin, CFO, will be at the Northland Capital Markets Growth
Conference on Wednesday, March 9, 2016 in New York City.
NeoPhotonics is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced hybrid
photonic integrated optoelectronic modules and subsystems for
bandwidth-intensive, high-speed communications networks. The Company’s
products enable cost-effective, high-speed data transmission and
efficient allocation of bandwidth over communications networks.
NeoPhotonics maintains headquarters in San Jose, California and ISO
9001:2000 certified engineering and manufacturing facilities in Silicon
Valley (USA), Japan and China. For additional information visit www.neophotonics.com.
© 2016 NeoPhotonics Corporation. All rights reserved. NeoPhotonics and
the red dot logo are trademarks of NeoPhotonics Corporation. All other
marks are the property of their respective owners.
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Source: NeoPhotonics Corporation
Clyde R. Wallin, +1-408-678-1852
Investor Relations, LLC
Erica Mannion, +1-617-542-6180


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🧑🍳RecipesDiscovering the Delights of Japanese Recipes
Explore the world of Japanese cuisine and discover some of the most delicious and healthy recipes that you can easily prepare at home.
Are you tired of cooking the same old meals every day? Why not try something new and exciting? Japanese cuisine is known for its unique flavors, healthy ingredients, and beautiful presentation. It's no wonder that it has become increasingly popular around the world.
In this blog post, we will explore some of the most delicious and healthy Japanese recipes that you can easily prepare at home. From sushi to ramen, we will cover a range of dishes that will satisfy your taste buds and impress your friends and family.
Sushi is perhaps the most famous Japanese dish. It's a combination of vinegared rice, raw or cooked seafood, and vegetables, all wrapped in seaweed. Sushi can be a bit intimidating to make at home, but with a little practice, you can create beautiful and delicious rolls. You can start with simple rolls, such as cucumber or avocado, and work your way up to more complex rolls, such as spicy tuna or dragon rolls.
Ramen is a comforting and flavorful noodle soup that is perfect for cold winter nights. It typically consists of a rich broth, noodles, and a variety of toppings, such as pork, eggs, and vegetables. You can make your own broth from scratch or use a store-bought one. The key to a good ramen is in the toppings, so be creative and experiment with different ingredients.
Okonomiyaki is a savory pancake that is popular in Japan. It's made with a batter of flour, eggs, and shredded cabbage, and can be filled with a variety of ingredients, such as pork, shrimp, or cheese. It's usually topped with a sweet and savory sauce, mayonnaise, and bonito flakes. Okonomiyaki is a fun and delicious dish that is perfect for sharing with friends and family.
- Teriyaki Chicken
Teriyaki chicken is a classic Japanese dish that is loved by many. It's made by marinating chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, sake, and sugar, and then grilling or broiling it. The result is a sweet and savory chicken that is perfect for serving with rice and vegetables. You can also use the same marinade for beef or tofu.
- Miso Soup
Miso soup is a simple and comforting soup that is often served as a starter in Japanese restaurants. It's made with miso paste, which is a fermented soybean paste, and typically includes tofu, seaweed, and green onions. Miso soup is a great way to warm up on a cold day and is also packed with nutrients.
Now that you have some inspiration for Japanese recipes, it's time to get cooking! And if you're looking for even more recipe ideas, why not try ChefGPT? ChefGPT is an AI-powered recipe creation tool that can help you create delicious and healthy meals in no time. With ChefGPT, you can easily customize recipes to your liking and discover new and exciting dishes from around the world. So why not give it a try and see what delicious creations you can come up with?

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City Council President Bill Gulliford said he will discharge Mayor Alvin Brown's pension reform legislation from the committee level, pushing for a Council vote on the proposal at its 5 p.m. meeting today.
That means Council can vote for or against the proposal rather than spend committee time discussing it.
"I think we need to look at the timeliness of the issue," Gulliford said Tuesday.
Gulliford said he wanted to provide certainty to Council Finance Chair Greg Anderson and committee members who will begin an in-depth review of Brown's budget starting Aug. 8.
If it passes, the reform deal would then be in effect. If it does not, according to Council rules, any ordinance or resolution introduced that has not been withdrawn but has failed of adoption or passage cannot again be introduced for 12 months unless "substantially change."
The legislation being withdrawn also is a possibility.
Gulliford said he did not want the committee to start that review "without knowing which way to go on the issue" of pension reform.
"I think it's time to move on," he said.
The Council president can discharge any bill from the committee level, pushing it for a full Council vote and bypassing the cycle of committee meetings.
A simple Council majority vote on the issue is needed to pass.
The Council will be unable to amend or substitute the legislation because it would alter the agreement between the City and public safety unions.
In early May, Brown announced a pension reform agreement between the City and public safety unions that he said will save $1.2 billion over 30 years, including $45 million in the fiscal 2013-14 budget.
In late June, the Jacksonville Civic Council, a group of influential private business and community leaders, reported to Brown and Gulliford that the plan "makes substantial progress" but "isn't enough" and recommended that Council not pass it.
Last week, the JAX Chamber board of directors voted to not endorse the deal. "The legislation in front of City Council simply does not go far enough," JAX Chamber Daniel Davis said in a news release.
Brown created an 11-member Jacksonville Retirement Reform Task Force led by attorney Bill Scheu that began its review of the pension reform deal on July 10. It is scheduled to meet twice more and offer recommendations.
Gulliford said today the creation of the task force "in a sense tells me he (Brown) has some second thoughts" on the agreement.
Brown's proposed $953 million general fund budget includes more than $60 million in cuts to services.
In his July 15 budget speech to Council members, Brown claimed pension reform was the solution to avoid the cuts in his proposed budget.
"I don't want to make these cuts. You don't want to make these cuts. They are not acceptable for the long-term good of our City," he told Council, adding that tax increases and spending cuts also weren't solutions.
After the speech, Anderson said the budget and pension issues "can't be tied together."
The budget also includes more than $50 million in departmental lapses, or unspecified cuts often built into department budgets to account for personnel influx.
Those unidentified cuts often mean the committee will need to find them.
"He's already given us his budget and even worse, it's fraught with deficits," Gulliford said, characterizing it as a "horrifically bad."
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When used properly, these drugs save lives and avert threats to the function of important organs. One of the numerous potential side–effects of prednisone and other forms of corticosteroid treatment is hirsutism — excessive growth of body hair. Patients vary in the degree to which this side–effect of steroids occurs.
Can steroids cause your hair to fall out?
The use of anabolic steroids for muscle-building can also cause hair to fall out.
Does hair loss from prednisone grow back?
Steroid treatments can take place every four to six weeks, and you may see hair regrowth in one or two months. If your hair doesn’t grow, or if you can’t tolerate needles, a dermatologist may prescribe corticosteroid to be taken by mouth for 8 to 10 weeks.
Does prednisone affect hair texture?
Another fun hair issue that may affect someone on prednisone is new or different body hair growth. Body hair may come in thicker in places you aren’t used to. Existing body hair may grow darker than before. Some folks might find this frustrating, but it’s not necessarily a bad thing!
Does prednisone help with hair loss?
What it is: Some doctors use steroid injections to speed recovery of hair loss due to alopecia with corticosteroid injections in the scalp or oral steroids like prednisone. This treatment is not used for baldness associated with aging; it is only appropriate for individuals who have been diagnosed with alopecia.
What are the worst side effects of prednisone?
What are the serious side effects of prednisone?
- Puffiness of the face (moon face)
- Growth of facial hair.
- Thinning and easy bruising of the skin.
- Impaired wound healing.
- Ulcers in the stomach and duodenum.
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What is the best vitamin for hair loss?
Hair loss vitamins such as Biotin, Niacin (Vitamin B3) and Vitamin C, and minerals for hair loss such as Zinc and Iron, provide essential hair nutrients to nourish healthy and longer hair. Eating enough of these key hair growth vitamins can help prevent hair loss in both men and women.
Will hair loss from medication grow back?
Summary. If people are taking medications that are causing hair loss, they can see their doctor about switching to an alternative. Once people stop taking the medication, they may start to see hair growing back within 6 months. In most cases, hair will grow back by itself once a person stops taking the medication.
Is hair loss from steroids reversible?
Drug-induced hair loss is usually reversible after interruption of treatment. … Drugs most commonly responsible for the development of hirsutism include testosterone, danazol, corticotrophin (ACTH), metyrapone, anabolic steroids and glucocorticoids.
Are prednisone side effects permanent?
Most prednisone side effects will go away as the dose is lowered and then the drug is stopped altogether. 2 Knowing about the potential for side effects goes a long way towards minimizing them and coping with them when they do happen.
What should you not eat when taking prednisone?
Prednisone has a tendency to raise the level of glucose, or sugar, in the blood, which can cause increased body fat or diabetes in some people. It is important to avoid “simple” carbohydrates and concentrated sweets, such as cakes, pies, cookies, jams, honey, chips, breads, candy and other highly processed foods.
Why do you gain weight on prednisone?
Weight gain from prednisone is usually caused by water retention and an increased appetite. Some people also experience body fat redistribution, a symptom that is characterized by fat deposits collecting in unusual areas like the base of the neck or back.
Is prednisone a narcotic?
Prednisone is not an addictive substance. However, when going off of the medication, it’s important to work with your doctor to avoid withdrawal symptoms. Withdrawal symptoms of prednisone include weakness, fatigue, weight loss, nausea, low blood pressure, and menstrual changes.
Can I eat eggs while taking prednisone?
My advice is to limit your food to whole foods: Vegetables, legumes, nuts, seeds, eggs, fish, meat and a limited amount of whole fresh fruits, healthy fats (such as avocado, olive oil), plain yogurt, kefir and cheeses and whole grains like oats (unsweetened oatmeal) and quinoa.
What would a dermatologist prescribe for hair loss?
It can stop hairs from getting thinner and stimulate hair growth on the top of the scalp. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved minoxidil to treat hair loss. It is the only hair re-growth product approved for men and women. A dermatologist may combine minoxidil with another treatment.
How effective are hair loss treatments?
Yes! FDA-approved hair loss treatments are effective on most guys who are dealing with male pattern baldness (or, if you like to sound more scientific, androgenetic alopecia).


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It’s been two years and many deleted pages and first drafts since I published Almost Parisian, but in a matter of days I hope I can finally change the name of that category up there from MY BOOK to MY BOOKS.
Which means, I finished writing, editing and cover designing Book No. 2.
I even have a title, which, you’ll agree is SO HARD TO FIND. What I don’t have yet is a blurb.
Is there like, a blurb fairy that will help me write it?
In other news, a bird pooped on my carefully styled hair, when I was leaving my friend’s wedding. Where I come from, it’s considered good luck (how?). Meaning, sometimes I have my main characters’ luck.
Thank you for reading my nonsense musings.
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Contestant To GLOBAL Superstar: The Amazing Journey Of Camila Cabello on ‘X Factor’
Camila Cabello went from nearly missing the chance to audition to becoming one of the biggest names in the music industry. Here’s a closer look at how ‘X Factor’ changed her life.
Camila Cabello’s close call during auditions
When Camila first auditioned for the judges, she was the luckiest girl alive! After being placed as a reserve, it was only when Cowell found her crying, that she was given the opportunity to perform.
After making it through to Bootcamp, she was eliminated but was called back (a common X Factor tradition!) to form a new girl group called ‘Fifth Harmony’.
Fifth Harmony’s 1st ever performance
This was the moment that changed Camila’s life forever. It was quite literally ‘Impossible’ for Fifth Harmony to be sent home after this performance. With now 38 million hits on YouTube, this was a game changer for singing talent competitions. Simon knew he had found stars.
The Live Shows!
After judges houses, Fifth Harmony took to the live shows for yet again a number of outstanding performances that had the USA in open arms for the young girls.
Camilla and the band made it to third place in the competition and were signed to Cowell’s record label, Syco Music. The rest is history!
What was your favourite performance of Fifth Harmony’s during the live shows? Let us know.
Camila Cabello went solo after X Factor
It was a huge shock when Cabello left the group but it was definitely the right decision. It was said that it is “rather uncommon for someone to stand out in a collective as much as Cabello has over the past years.”
During the last few weeks on the show, Cabello was clearly the favourite and has been ever since. She has released solo records and hit singles that have reached No.1 in the charts across the world. Her most famous being Havana.
You know you’ve made it when you’re performing a hit single at the Grammy’s!
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Points You Should Understand About Prostate Supplement.
If you are seeking an alternative prostate formula to make use of, you ought to explore Prostacet. This is a dietary supplement made to sustain optimum prostate health. It includes a number of vital attributes and benefits that you will not locate in any other prostate formula on the marketplace. It is composed of numerous essential components consisting of saw palmetto extract, fenugreek, pumpkin seed, and also pygeum. You will certainly additionally find essential functions like omega fats as well as other herbs as well as vitamins.
Among the best means to get started with prostate supplement is to try a Prostacet supplement. With this item, you will certainly uncover numerous one-of-a-kind crucial active ingredients. One of these ingredients is saw palmetto extract. This effective extract has been known to aid with prostate health. With the effective nutrients and also anti-oxidants that it provides, you can enhance your total health and have a healthy and balanced prostate function.
One more component included in Prostacet is zinc. Zinc has long been utilized as an important supplement for sustaining prostate gland health. Actually, many prostate formulas have trace quantities of zinc. Nonetheless, you ought to know that some types of zinc do not have the ideal combination of active ingredients to provide you with its benefits. As a result, look for a prostate supplement which contains zinc.
Fennel seed is an additional ingredient discovered in Prostacet. This flavor has actually been used by Indigenous American people for several years to sustain prostate health. It is now made use of by herbalists as well as nutritionists to improve all kind of wellness. Professional studies have revealed that vigrx can boost semen production and may even aid males maintain erection. While these insurance claims are not clinically supported, numerous men speak highly of the recovery impacts of vigrx supplements.
The last component in Prostacet is saw palmetto. This is a powerful prostate supplement clinically confirmed to enhance erectile feature and boost sperm production. Many males take saw palmetto day-to-day to preserve prostate wellness. Nonetheless, it can trigger adverse effects like tiredness, diarrhea as well as urinary issues. As a result, it is very important to contact your doctor prior to attempting this prostate supplement. You should also ask your physician about the possible side effects of this flavor.
Prostacet also contains crucial amino acids that can enhance testosterone levels. Other components in this prostate supplement consist of yohimbe, ginseng, lycopene as well as various other nutrients that help with keeping hormonal equilibrium in the body. While lots of ingredients are medically confirmed to assist prostate wellness, you need to constantly talk to your physician prior to starting a brand-new supplement. Only your doctor can provide you with the scientific support of the components in any type of supplement.
Prostacet is manufactured in 2 various formulations. The initial formula includes all the clinically shown components in the Prostacet capsule. The 2nd formulation does not contain a few of these components. It consists of an exclusive blend of natural extracts, vitamins, minerals as well as amino acids. Customers who have attempted utilizing Prostacet in the Prostacet system claim the exclusive mix works much better than the ingredients found in Prostacet capsule.
Prostacet is considered an effective prostate supplement due to the fact that it has herbs that sustain healthy prostate function. Users additionally state the exclusive mix jobs much faster than any other prostate supplement. Various other consumers have actually likewise mentioned that Prostacet functions well with other prostate supplements and also together with a healthy diet and workout. Some customers do not experience any kind of side effects while taking Prostacet.
It is necessary to note that regular urination and also urinating in percentages are ruled out a symptom of prostate cancer cells or even an indication that you have this problem. Constant peeing does not necessarily suggest you have prostate signs. Prostate supplements are created to enhance and enhance prostate health and wellness and also increase prostate size and strength. If a man is not having issues with urination, yet experiences issues with urinary system feature, it might signify something else. Many times males will certainly take a prostate supplement in conjunction with an all-natural prostate treatment to resolve the concerns in one action each time.
If you decide to attempt Prostacet, it is suggested to seek advice from a doctor initially to ensure there are no allergies to various other medicines you may be taking and also to uncover any type of underlying reasons for the occasional urinary system tract feature problems you are experiencing. Always read the tag and also use specialist item instructions. Prostacet includes all-natural materials and also each person has one-of-a-kind responses to all-natural materials.
Some prostate supplements integrate organic active ingredients such as vigrx as well as pro-forta with other pharmaceutical formulas such as sildenafil, gemenset, as well as lycopene. The vigil has been proven to enhance energy degrees and also general sexual performance while the pro-forta males’s formula has been found to aid with erectile dysfunction. It is believed that sildenafil is an anti-depressant that can be used to treat ED. The gemenset works to enhance blood circulation and enhance lymphatic system function. The lycopene provides beta-carotene that has actually been revealed to minimize breast cancer cells risk. Each prostate supplement works to provide the required components to increase prostate dimension as well as functionality.
The main ingredient of prostate supplements is saw palmetto, which has actually been used for centuries to treat prostate problems. Saw palmetto is native to the North American and South American regions. It was created by Native Americans as a medical therapy for bladder infections, colitics as well as prostate enhancement. The old Romans also made use of saw palmetto for prostate troubles as well as the Chinese had similar prostate solutions in the distant past. Because of the many favorable effects that saw palmetto carries the prostate gland, more men are turning to this supplement for help with their prostate problems.
One of the most vital crucial features of this prostate supplement are its components. It consists of saw palmetto remove, which is an effective antioxidant. Antioxidants aid fight off harmful free radicals from your body as well as maintain healthy body immune system. Saw palmetto extract includes countless other practical ingredients, including vitamin C, lycopene and a selection of minerals such as uranium, strontium, chromium, calcium and also magnesium. All of these ingredients collaborate to provide you thorough urinary health and prostate health and wellness.
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text: Death in Paradise returns to BBC One tonight for its ninth series.One of the channel’s most popular shows, Death in Paradise is due to undergo some changes this series as Ardal O’Hanlon bows out as D.I. Jack Mooney and Ralf Little (The Royle Family) steps in as the lead.Tonight’s opening episode sees the team investing attacks on siblings and guest star Nell Hudson, who plays Tabitha Brown, is among the suspects. Tabitha works for Aaron McCormack (Elliot Cowan), whose wife is one of the victims.Credit: BBC/Red Planet/Denis GuyenonExplaining her character’s relationship to Aaron, Nell says, “Tabitha is a young woman, recently graduated from university and is working for a travel company in paradise and she’s quite a cool, laidback cat. She doesn’t take life too seriously. Aaron is obviously her boss and over the course of their working relationship they probably had some office flirtation…”With the revelation that Tabitha and Aaron have likely been flirty, what is the character’s relationship with Aaron’s wife Vanessa like?“Her relationship with Vanessa is polite, professional but probably quite aloof.”Discussing the longevity of Death in Paradise, Nell shares her take on the series’ appeal.Credit: BBC/Red Planet/Denis Guyenon“It’s always so fresh. Each episode is its entire own story, like it is its own film or something! It’s pure escapist entertainment and people love to switch on the telly and be in a nice, sunny world – all be it a lethal one – and imagine they’re somewhere else for an hour.”Was it a hard choice to decide to uproot to the Caribbean for a while to film?“It was a bit of a no brainer really, obviously you get to go and film in the Caribbean and I have a few friends who have done the show as guest characters and said they had the best time on it and that’s it really. You pick the jobs that you know you’ll have a great time on where the character excites you and it ticked all the boxes.”Death in Paradise returns to BBC One tonight at 9pm.


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What a busy weekend I had. I had to make 6 cards for our January birthday get-together we had today. A few of the cards, were actually for birthdays in December that I didn't have a chance to make. This card was for my nephew, whose birthday was in December. I'm so glad my mojo is working again. I really think taking a stamp class at my local stamp store truly helped. This card we made in the class, but I came home and tweaked it just a bit. She had us make a card that was 6" x 4.25. I took the card apart and trimmed it down to 5.5 x 4.25. We used Penny Black's stamp "Snowy Grove" and inked it up in black, then used Distress Inks in "Wild Honey" first to make the sunrise, and "Blueprint Sketch" for the sky. I am so in love with Blueprint Sketch. It's my new favorite Distress color! After that, we took White Enamel Embossing Powder from Stampendous to mimic falling snow. On a previous card I made with this same stamp (before I took this class) I used a white gel pen for the snow. It took a bit more time, but gave the same effect. I then used Simon Says Stamp "Stitched Slopes & Hills" dies to make my snow drifts. The three die cut deer are from Memory Box called "Valley Deer Trio" that I glued on. I stamped "Happy Birthday" from Penny Black's "Friendship" stamp set also in black ink. Quick, easy card.
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- Governor Ayodele Fayose said he would contest the 2018 gubernatorial election
- Fayose said he is contesting so that he could serve his term which was truncated in 2006
- The Supreme Court in 2014 nullified Fayose's impeachment about seven months to the end of his first term
Governor Ayodele Fayose of Ekiti state on Monday, May 22, said he would contest the 2018 gubernatorial election so that he could serve his term which was truncated in 2006.
Fayose speaking on a live broadcast on Ekiti State Television in Ado-Ekiti on Monday evening, explained why he chose to put his photo on campaign posters.
The governor said that since the apex court had said that his impeachment in 2006 was illegal, he would then have to approach the same court to interpret what that ruling means and also consider seeking a re-election in 2018.
He said: “The Continuity poster you see my image in and which is spreading across the state can be interpreted in two ways. First is the need for me to ask the apex court to explain its 2014 ruling that my so-called impeachment in 2014 was illegal, null and void and consider a re-election in 2018 so that I can complete my term.
“Second is for me to get our own man, one who is like Ayo Fayose to continue after my tenure in 2018.”
It would be recalled that Fayose was impeached in 2006. The Supreme Court in 2014 nullified the impeachment that ousted him from office about seven months to the end of his first term.
Earlier Fayose reiterated his desire to dump the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) if Senator Ali Modu Sheriff wins at the Supreme Court as part of his strategy for 2018.
In a previous report by NAIJ.com, Fayose removed the logo and name of PDP from his campaign office at Olora junction, Adebayo, Ado-Ekiti.
The one storey building was repainted white, with every insignia of PDP removed.
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Before repainting, the building had Fayose’s picture embossed on PDP logo with the inscription: “Fayose Our Leader, Architect of Modern Ekiti." The billboard, with Fayose’s portrait, reads: “Ekiti 2018: Support Continuity, Fayose Leads, We Follow. Again, It’s Going To Be 16-0.”
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Snapchat is exploring a new potential monetization pathway, via a new subscription service called ‘Snapchat+’ which would give users access to a range of exclusive and experimental app features and tools. The subscription feature, which Snaps said is being tested internally.
Snapchat a photo messaging app is testing a new subscription service called Snapchat+ that would give subscribers access to exclusive and pre-release features. Snapchat+ would cost 4.59 euros for a one-month subscription or 45.99 euros for one year, with a discount for those who subscribe to a semi-annual or annual plan. according to screenshots that Paluzzi has posted on Twitter.
As you can see below, shared by app researcher Alessandro Paluzzi, Snapchat+ would come with variable payment tiers, with a free, one-week trial option as well, enabling you to test out what’s on offer via the service.
#Snapchat is working on a subscription plan called Snapchat+ 👀— Alessandro Paluzzi (@alex193a) June 16, 2022
ℹ Snapchat+ gives you access to exclusive, experimental and pre-release features such as the ability to pin 📌 the conversation with your Best Friend, the access to custom Snapchat icons, a special badge, etc… pic.twitter.com/VrMbyFlFvI
More and more apps are changing their business model to subscriptions in an attempt to have a recurring source of profit. This time, it seems that Snapchat will be the next platform to introduce a paid subscription called “Snapchat Plus” which offers exclusive features to users.
While Snap hasn’t provided details on what these exclusive features will be, Paluzzi’s findings reveal that subscribers will be able to pin friends to the top of their list, gain access to exclusive icons, show a special badge on their profile, and also see how many friends have rewatched their Stories.
Benefits of Snapchat+, if any?
Snapchat is a more personally-aligned app, with users having a strong affiliation with the platform for their private messaging and interaction purposes. Take, for example, the popularity of Snap streaks, which see users working to keep their daily interactions alive, sometimes at all costs, which shows that Snap users have an arguably more compelling connection with Snapchat as their app of choice.
At present, in this early iteration, that offering includes:
- Access to exclusive Snapchat icons
- A new profile badge to show that you’re a Snapchat+ user
- New data insights, including the capacity to see your friends’ location history (over the last 24 hours) and info on who’s rewatched your Story
- The capacity to pin a user in the app as ‘your #1 best friend’


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Samsung began production of the industry's first ultra-high-speed, 4Gbit, LPDDR3 mobile memory, which it says has performance levels comparable to the standard DRAM used in personal computers.
Intel is expanding into low-cost laptops and tablets starting at US$200 with new low-power Atom chips based on an architecture called Silvermont, which the company is expected to talk about next week, according to a source familiar with Intel's plans...
Programming for multicore systems can be complex, so an industry consortium led by Advanced Micro Devices has taken a step ahead in its goal to eliminate development challenges so applications are portable across devices, architectures and operating ...
In just a few weeks, Intel's one-chip-fits all family of core processors will finally meet Microsoft's one-design-fits all operating system, Windows 8. The chip maker recently announced it will unveil the first round of Haswell Core processors on Jun...
Advanced Micro Devices reported a 31 percent drop in revenue for the first quarter as it continues to battle a weak PC market and lackluster demand for its chips.
The race to make the most advanced chips for smartphones and tablets is gaining steam, with contract chip manufacturer TSMC hastening implementation of its latest manufacturing technology to close a chip-making advantage long held by Intel.
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. (TSMC) reported that its first quarter net profit was up 18 percent year-over-year, as its revenue for the period exceeded its projections.
More companies have signed on for ARM's Big.Little chip design technology, which mixes low-power and power-hungry cores for more efficient energy use of chips in smartphones, tablets, servers and other equipment.
More than 25 years after Apple introduced "Knowledge Navigator" as a concept that envisioned the future of computers, Intel has reintroduced the concept as the future of smartphones.
If software-defined networking ultimately changes the landscape of networking, Intel could be one of the biggest beneficiaries -- and might be one of the reasons.
Just a month away from retirement, Intel CEO Paul Otellini has reflected on his four decades with the company during his last quarterly earnings call with analysts and reporters.
Chipmaker LSI is hoping to improve networking performance and flexibility with its ARM-based Axxia 4500 processor family, announced Monday.
Applied Micro Circuits is aiming to make its 64-bit chip for ARM servers more powerful and flexible through a collaboration with specialized chip maker Altera.
The low-power capabilities of ARM-based processors have created high expectations for their use in servers, but one of Dell's top engineers said they are unlikely to take off until 64-bit versions hit the market.
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The letters A, B and O are to disappear from famous landmarks across the world as part of a campaign encouraging people to become blood donors.
Signage for the home of British television and film, Bafta, Abbey Road and even Llanfairpwllgwyngyll train station in North Wales will forgo the letters as part of the campaign.
Our Health Editor Rachel Younger explains why the health service is so in need of new blood.
A few weeks ago I got a letter from NHS Blood and Transplant telling me the mobile blood collection team would no longer be visiting the small Hertfordshire village close to my home.
There were plenty of other venues listed for me to go and donate, but with a dip in the number of people becoming donors in the UK the decision left me slightly perplexed.
Not any more. Because at the heart of this week's campaign to attract new donors is the message that a new type of blood donor is what the NHS really needs right now.
And frankly, our more culturally diverse towns and cities are more likely to deliver.
This year, health officials are trying to raise particular awareness of the need for more black and Asian donors.
NHS Blood and Transplant says in 2015 just 0.64% of donors came from the black community despite it making up 3.5% of the population in England.
You might think that doesn't matter - after all, compatibility isn't based on race.
But your blood group is determined by genes you inherit from your parents, and if you need repeated transfusions or large volumes of blood then genetically similar blood can make a real difference.
Because while there are only eight main blood types - A,B,AB and O - each group either Rhesus positive or negative, some matches within those blood groups are better than others.
For example, if you have Sickle Cell disease and need regular blood transfusions, you are less likely to form antibodies if the blood you get is a closer match to your own.
Form too many antibodies and it becomes increasingly difficult to find blood that you can still be successfully transfused with.
Teenager Daniel Nwosu is one of 15,000 people in the UK who have the condition, which is more prevalent in black communities.
At just six years old a sickle cell crisis nearly killed him and he will need tranfusions for the rest of his life.
"I’m very grateful to all who give blood," he says. "But it is vital more people understand the need for black African and Caribbean donors, so patients can get the closely matched blood they need."
As NHSBT's Medical Director Dr Gail Miflin told me: "We are trying to get a bit smarter about it. We know we could do even better if we had a better donor demographic".
Every minute in England, three units of blood are issued to hospitals to be given to patients - some of whom will only survive because of others' donations.
So getting the right blood, in the right quantities, remains as critical as ever.
- To sign up as a blood donor go to www.blood.co.uk
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"Predicting the Past: Understanding the Causes of Bank Distress in the Netherlands in the 1920s" by Professor Abe de Jong, RSM Erasmus University
Why do some banks fail in financial crises while others survive? This paper answers this question by analysing the consequences of the Dutch financial crisis of the 1920s for 143 banks of which 37 banks failed. Banks’ choices in balance sheet composition, corporate governance practices and shareholder liability regimes were found to have a significant impact on their chances of experiencing distress. Banks bore a higher probability of failing if, on the eve of the crisis, they: were highly performing; were highly leveraged; had fewer interlocking directorates with non-banks; and concentrated their managerial interlocks with highly profitable banks. Banks which chose to adopt shareholder liability regimes with unpaid capital were more likely to experience distress, but could mitigate this risk by keeping higher portions of their equity unpaid. Receiver operating characteristic analysis shows that interlock characteristics in particular have a high predictive power.

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One forecast for U. S. local TV station advertising has been lowered from its previous projection by around $1 billion, or 5%, due to COVID-19 issues. BIA Advisory Services now estimates
that the year 2020 will see $18. 5 billion in local TV’s over-the-air/digital media, down from an earlier $19. 4 billion projection.
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(Bloomberg) -- The international debut of China’s homegrown C919 jet and the cost of going green by 2050 dominated the opening day of the Singapore Airshow — Asia’s most influential aerospace and defense exhibition.
Commercial Aircraft Corp. of China, or Comac, signed a 40-plane deal with Tibet Airlines and won an endorsement from Saudi Arabia’s Riyadh Air as an emerging rival to Boeing Co. and Airbus SE. “I’m sure they will build a world-beating aircraft in the next 10 years,” Riyadh Air’s Chief Operating Officer Peter Bellew said at the airshow. “I wouldn’t underestimate Comac for one minute. They will be a real force to be reckoned with.”
In other deal news, Royal Brunei Airlines signed an agreement to purchase four Boeing 787 Dreamliner jets, and Thai Airways confirmed an order for 45 Boeing 787-9 jets.
Singapore’s plan to introduce a levy on air fares to pay for sustainable aviation fuel was also a hot topic of discussion, as the industry faces the cost of going net zero. International Air Transport Association Willie Walsh welcomed the move, saying it’s important the sector is “honest with people and make clear that the cost of transition to net zero will be expensive.”
Across 16 country pavilions, of which China and South Korea are making an appearance for the first time, high-profile exhibitors include Airbus Honeywell International Inc., GE Aerospace Inc. and military heavyweights Lockheed Martin Corp. and Northrop Grumman Corp.
- Boeing Calls Out Big Energy for Inaction on Sustainable Jet Fuel
- Airlines’ Chief Pleads for More Green Fuel to Save Air Travel
- Singapore Plans Sustainable Fuel Levy That Will Push Up Airfares
(All times Singapore)
Autonomous Flights Planned by 2030 (4:08 p.m.)
Boeing-owned Wisk plans to operate commercial flights with autonomous four-passenger electric aircraft that take off and land vertically by 2030.
Wisk is working with the Federal Aviation Administration to get its aircraft certified, Catherine MacGowan, Wisk’s Vice President, Asia Pacific and Air Operations, said.
The aircraft has a range of 90 miles and can recharge in 15 minutes.
Starlux Orders Airbus Aircraft (3:45 p.m.)
Starlux Airlines ordered three A330neo widebodies from Airbus, as well as five 350 freighters, the companies jointly announced.
The Taiwanese airline expects the A330neo deliveries in 2025 to 2026 and has options for five additional A350Fs. It also plans to add five or six Airbus A321neos via lease.
Boeing Sees Competition From C919 (2:33 p.m.)
Boeing expects to start competing with Comac’s C919 for aircraft sales and has factored in rivalry from the new China-made jet into demand forecasts.
“In terms of the C919, it’s a similar-sized airplane that both Boeing and Airbus produce and I think it will be something that airlines around the region may look at and consider,” Dave Schulte, Boeing’s commercial marketing managing director for the Asia-Pacific region, said Wednesday.
The C919, which is not certified outside of China, is almost as big as Boeing’s 737 Max and is set to face a number of hurdles.
Comac “will also have some of the growing challenges in terms of the support structures that they will have to overcome in order to continue to compete,” he said. “But for sure, the airplane is included in our forecast, in our long-term forecast, and it is an airplane that we will start to compete against.”
Sustainable Fuel Could Reach Price Parity (12 p.m.)
The price of sustainable aviation fuel can eventually be on par with conventional fuels should production volumes ramp up, according to Todd Giles, chief technology officer at Honeywell Aerospace. But hurdles remain to increasing output, including retrofitting refineries, he said.
The company’s ethanol jet fuel plant is on track to open in 2025 and will produce upwards of 250 million gallons of SAF per year, Giles said. It’s also investing in machinery that will allow jets to burn less fuel, he said.
Cebu Sees Growth (11:06 a.m.)
Despite China not being fully back and some other international expansion plans, like to Saudi Arabia, not happening yet, Cebu Pacific Air Inc. sees capacity growth of between 10-12% this year, Chief Executive Officer Mike Szucs said Wednesday at the airshow.
“As we’ve gone into the first quarter of this year we’re actually now 6% ahead in terms of overall seats,” he said in an interview with Bloomberg TV.
Szucs also said the carrier is looking at a jet order size of “100 firm, topped up with options above that.” Discussions are about half-way through the process and Cebu Air anticipates a final announcement should be made around May or June.
Lagging on Net Zero (11 a.m.)
Airbus said the aviation industry is transitioning too slowly to meet its pledge to reach carbon neutrality by 2050.
There’s not enough sustainable aviation fuel to meet demand and most countries in Asia aren’t producing it, despite the region’s vast feedstock resources, Julie Kitcher, Airbus’s head of sustainability, said at the airshow on Wednesday.
A hydrogen-powered Airbus plane will start operations in 2035, though this form of propulsion will only significantly reduce carbon emissions in the following decades, she said.
Time to Decide (10:45 a.m.)
Rolls-Royce Holdings Plc urged planemakers to decide on the type of aircraft they want to develop in order for it to produce a new-generation engine that could cut fuel use by a further 10%. The UK-based engine maker, which makes powerplants for widebody jets such as the Airbus A350 and Boeing 787 Dreamliner is continuing to develop its UltraFan technology.
“We do need the airframers to decide what that will be, will it be a new widebody? Will it be a re-engineering of a widebody? Or will it be a narrowbody application?” Chief Customer Officer Ewen McDonald said in an interview.
Embraer Expansion Plans (10:30 a.m.)
Embraer SA is mulling the potential to develop a larger single-aisle jet over the longer term that could compete with Boeing and Airbus.
“We want to improve the financial performance further of the company to increase cash generation to be able in a couple of years to make a decision which way we want to go as a next product,” Chief Executive Officer Francisco Gomes Neto said in an interview at the Singapore Airshow.
The planemaker, which makes the popular regional E-Series and new-generation E2 jet, already produces the military C-390 Millennium jet, which it says has an identical width to a 737, while the longest E2 is similar to rival single-aisle jets.
Addicted to Business Jets (10:12 a.m.)
Demand for business jet flights, which increased during Covid as commercial airline operations ground to a halt, has continued, according to Carlos Brana, Dassault Aviation SA’s civil aircraft executive vice president.
“When you start using business aviation, you start being addicted,” he said in an interview with Bloomberg TV. “After the pandemic, demand continued because people realized that saving time is paramount for their businesses.”
The company is developing a longer-range jet, the 10X, which will be able to fly 7,500 nautical miles. It will be delivered in 2027, he said.
--With assistance from Avril Hong.
(An earlier version of the story corrected the spelling of company official’s name under ‘Time to Decide’.)
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