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PULLMAN, Wash. -- Washington State wide receiver Jason Hill
said Friday he will return for his senior season.
Basing his decision on an NFL evaluation that said he would be a
third- or fourth-round pick if he entered the draft early, Hill said
he will return to try to lead the Cougars to a bowl game.
"I'm a Coug for another year," Hill told reporters.
Hill, 20, finished the season third in NCAA Division I-A rankings
for receiving yards per game, catching 62 passes for 1,097 yards,
averaging 109.7 yards a game, with 13 touchdowns.
"I wanted to be the best receiver to ever play here at WSU and
that dream is still alive," said Hill, who holds WSU records for
season and career receiving TDs and is closing in on several other
Hill, a 6-foot-2, 208-pound junior from San Francisco, said he
didn't want to enter the draft unless he would be a first- or second-round choice.
An NFL representative called him after Christmas to tell him he
would likely go late in the third round or early in the fourth in
April's draft, Hill said.
Hill was a semifinalist for the Biletnikoff Award, presented
annually to the nation's top receiver.
Twice selected to the all-Pacific-10 Conference second team,
Hill's best game was Oct. 22, when he caught six passes for a
career-high 240 yards and three touchdowns at California.
The general studies major said he wanted to get his degree and
improve his stock with the NFL with another year at WSU.
"We have to get to a bowl game. One more yard, one more catch,
one more TD, that in itself will enhance my draft status next
year," he said.
Hill's decision pleased Cougars coach Bill Doba, who said
another year of lifting weights and game experience should enhance
his NFL chances.
"We're happy to have him back," Doba said.


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WASHINGTON, DC – At today’s meeting of the DC Council, Councilmember Charles Allen introduced a bill to create a Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency. Co-introduced with Councilmember Mary Cheh, the Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency Act of 2015 will require the District to undertake a cross-sector approach to assessing and mitigating the current and coming climate change impacts, as well as assessing the District’s resilience to adverse events such as hurricanes and man-made disasters.
Allen said, “Climate change is no longer a future event. The District’s climate is changing now and impacting our natural resources, our built environment, our public health system and more. Poor air quality, extreme weather, and flooding are already here. The District needs to assess our vulnerabilities and create a plan to address them effectively. I welcome Pope Francis’s call to action on climate change and believe we need to start working now to protect District residents from preventable harm.”
As proposed, the Commission would include ex officio members from several District agencies, including: DDOE, DDOT, OP, DOH, DMPED, DGS, HSEMA, and DC Water. The Commission would also have 16 public members – half appointed by the Mayor, the other half by the Council – with expertise in a number of relevant areas, including environmental science, environmental justice, public health, economic development, energy, and insurance.
The Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency Act of 2015 will ensure that the District is identifying the steps that must be taken now to mitigate the current and coming climate change impacts. Because climate change cannot be successfully addressed piecemeal, bringing all the related agencies and industries together ensures mitigation and adaptation are priorities as the District moves forward when planning and designing policies, programs, and projects.

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Town raped’ as register office closes
ST Neots Register Office is to be closed by the county council despite fierce opposition. At a meeting of the town council last Wednesday night, councillors expressed their dismay at the decision to close the office. Councillor Sue Gregory (Eaton Ford war
ST Neots Register Office is to be closed by the county council despite fierce opposition.
At a meeting of the town council last Wednesday night, councillors expressed their dismay at the decision to close the office.
Councillor Sue Gregory (Eaton Ford ward) said: "I'm so angry that this town keeps losing everything, first the job centre and now the registration service.
"Cambridgeshire County Council has chosen to deny the people of St Neots a key amenity and I think that is disgraceful. It breaks my heart to see what we have lost in St Neots over the years. The town has been raped."
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The office, which is located in the Citizens Advice Bureau in Oak House, New Street, will close on July 1 after the county decided it was massively under used.
Anyone in living in St Neots wanting to register a birth or death will be required to use the office in Ferrars Road in Huntingdon or use the on-line service.
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Mayor of St Neots Cllr Paul Ursell, told The Hunts Post: "There is no logical reason for it to close as it is a service that should be available in the town for residents. We have offered a room within the Priory Centre in St Neots for the registration service to be run but that has been rejected by the county council.
"It's disgraceful that such a service is assessed purely on a cost basis and it's totally wrong. It's yet another service that has been taken away from the people of St Neots."
According to figures released by the county, the St Neots office, which is open only two days a week, was registering seven births or deaths a week in 2005. In 2005 only 45 per cent of offered appointments at the St Neots office were filled.
Louise Clover, business support manager for the county, said: "The St Neots office has rapidly decreased in use over the years. We are finding that more and more people are registering births in Huntingdon because there is a hospital there. Staff at the St Neots office won't lose their jobs. Instead they will be moved to the Huntingdon office, which will be open longer hours when the St Neots office closes. We are trying to use taxpayers' money to the best of our ability.


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Uncle George, who is terminally ill, shares the magic of gardening with his nephew, and they share the first blooms together. This is as much a story about how to live as it is about how to die, a story about family love and passing on knowledge and gifts. "Burgeoning life and imminent death are contrasted in this moving story..." (School Library Journal); "Together, author and artist effectively chart both the glorious promise of the garden as well as the deeper themes of love and loss." (Publishers Weekly).

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I don't have much of anything creative to show right now, because I spent a few days cleaning. Anyone who knows me well, is either laughing or looking for a defibrillator right about now, because that doesn't happen very often. We don't even have company coming, so I'm not sure what got into me. Maybe the full moon?
All the curtains came down. I washed windows and wiped off every single leaf of the schefflera in the bathroom. I moved the couch and systematically vacuumed cat hair from every angle. My husband came home from work and asked if we were moving.
One tiny project snuck its way in. I made this little pillow cover from a Target dishtowel to coordinate with my summer quilt. Not rocket science, but a nice little project from 100% scavenged materials.
Now I'm working on Simplicity 2923, a Project Runway dress pattern. I'm making the shorter dress with the stand collar, flat sleeve, and slim skirt. So many decisions!
I cut this out weeks ago, but couldn't get motivated to start. So many pieces and so many directions! I made a bit of a start today, but there's still a long way to go.
I keep telling myself to be the turtle: slow and steady and one step at a time. If I slack off, I want you all to keep on me to finish this!

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It looks like there's a strange connection between superstar Salman Khan and Shahid Kapoor. Sallu, who was seen doing a cameo in Shahid's Phata Poster Nikla Hero, will be releasing the trailer of his upcoming movie Jai Ho, along with Kapoor's new film R Rajkumar.
R...Rajkumar, that features Shahid Kapoor and Sonakshi Sinha in the leads, will hit the theatres this Friday (Dec 6, 2013). Reportedly, the much-awaited trailer of Salman's Jai Ho will be releasing with Shahid's R...Rajkumar. But, that's just not the end of it.
Salman Khan is considered the only actor, who has the capacity to strike a mass hysteria across the nation. Like most of his movies, Sallu's Jai Ho, which is all set to release next year January, is supposedly to become a major hit. Considering the hype and hullabaloo surrounding Jai Ho in mind, Salman Khan has reportedly decided to launch the trailer of his film amongst his fans.
We generally see stars organising press conference to launch their film's trailer. But, as per the recent reports, Salman Khan this time, has taken a different route to treat his fans with the official trailer of his much-awaited flick.

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Before there were rules in boxing, a sport that some still view as barbaric, fights often ended one of two ways: 1) submission; 2) death.
There were no scorecards or draws during the Ancient Olympics. If a fight dragged on, there would be a tiebreaker, in which each man stood to receive his opponent’s punch in the face until one was knocked out. “A visitor’s guide to the Ancient Olympics” quotes this description from Homer: “Then, as Euryalos peered for an opening, god-like Epeios moved in for the punch and struck him on the cheekbone — he did not stay on his feet long: his bright body collapsed under him where he stood … His dear companions surrounded him, and carried him through the assembly with legs dragging, spitting out thick blood, and lolling his head to one side.’”
Sound like fun? You must be in the cheap seats.
Sports has evolved. So has man.
To football fans who believe their precious game has been made “sissified” by rules intended to decrease injuries, particularly head trauma, you’re viewing the world through a Neanderthal’s glasses, probably while holding a Budweiser.
More attention is being paid to player safety because athletes are bigger, stronger and faster now. Collisions are greater and the potential severity of injuries is more pronounced. Equipment, while more protective in some respects, also is lighter and therefore enables players to easily morph into assault weapons.
The NFL has committed to paying $765 million to any former players suffering from Alzheimer’s, dementia or chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) resulting from head injuries during their career. That’s a lot of money for something the league still hasn’t publicly claimed responsibility for. The settlement stunned many who believe the league got off cheap. What does that tell you?
The NFL generates over $9 billion in revenue annually. So $765 million might not seem like much. Simple math suggests, with some 4,500 former players failing concussion-related lawsuits, that’s only $170,000 per litigant. The NFL minimum salary: $405,000. The upside of the settlement is it gets money to those in the greatest need medically who can’t afford to wait for their cases to reach a courtroom.
In both the NFL and college, we’re hearing official terms like “defenseless player” and “targeting” and “leading with the crown of the helmet.” The rules aren’t meant to soften the game or make it less exciting. It’s so those playing the game now will still be able to watch it in 10, 20, 30 years.
Those who can’t see that, need new glasses.

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Seared Chicken with Sautéed Purple Potatoes, Kale & Apple
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A simple, rich pan sauce is the perfect finish for this comfort food dinner.
The cool autumn weather has me craving comfort food. I’m talking pot roast, beef stew, fried chicken… all the classics.
I made this Blue Apron dish a while back, and it’s perfect for this weather.
The tanginess from the mustard is really nice with the mix of veggies. I also really liked the texture that the slivered almonds added. I don’t know that I’ve ever mixed them in like that, and it was very interesting.
The pan sauce at the end was the perfect finish to this colorful dish. It’s one that we’ll definitely enjoy again!
- 2 Boneless, Skin-On Chicken Breasts
- 10 Ounces Purple Potatoes
- 1 Granny Smith Apple
- 1 Yellow Onion
- ½ Bunch Kale
- 2 Tablespoons Sliced Almonds
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 Tablespoon Whole Grain Dijon Mustard
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A troubled high school in the west of Northumberland will be brought back under council control and saved through a £1.54m rescue package.
At a meeting of Northumberland County Council’s cabinet on Tuesday, members unanimously agreed the next steps in a major reorganisation of education in the Hexham and Haydon Bridge areas.
Following an informal consultation which put up to 16 schools at risk of closure or merger, proposals were unveiled a fortnight ago which would see just one close - Bellingham Middle School.
Councillors have agreed to launch a statutory consultation on the closure of this school as well as converting a number of first schools in the Haydon Bridge Partnership into primaries - Bellingham, Kielder, Otterburn, Greenhaugh, West Woodburn and Wark.
A final decision will be taken on July 10.
But stepping in to save Haydon Bridge High School, which is in special measures, following the withdrawal of Bright Tribe Trust as academy sponsor, has been approved.
At last Thursday’s family and children’s services scrutiny committee, there was optimism about its future, despite some concerns.
Coun Wayne Daley, cabinet member for children’s services, also revealed the council is trying to reclaim Northumberland’s share of £230,000 from Bright Tribe.
He said: “I do not actually know what they have done with their £1m and we want it back because it’s public money.”
There are going to be no changes in the organisation of the Hexham Partnership, although councillors also agreed to “establish a resilience programme” by encouraging schools to form a hard federation or federations so that small rural schools can work together.
It was also agreed that council officers will start looking, alongside the Hadrian Learning Trust which runs Queen Elizabeth High School, at proposals for redevelopment of the existing schools on one of the current sites or on a new site in Hexham.
A report on this would also be presented on July 10.
Coun Daley added that “one of the little gems in the report” is the creation of a multi-academy trust, in partnership with public-sector partners, “across the whole county to enable small rural schools to build sufficient capacity to remain both financially and educationally viable”.
Coun Alan Sharp, who represents the Haydon Bridge area, said it has been “a very stressful time” but said he is delighted with the proposals to save Haydon Bridge High School, adding a choice of schools is really important in rural communities.
“This was a nettle that needed to be grasped,” said Coun John Riddle. “I do welcome this report, but as local member, I can’t welcome the closure of Bellingham Middle School.”
He added that travel times - currently an hour on the school bus - from Bellingham to Haydon Bridge should be looked at to see if better routes can be found.
Council leader Peter Jackson said: “We’re not afraid to take difficult decisions as long as we’re sure, absolutely sure, they’re going to take our county as a whole forward in a very positive manner.”
He added the process has shown “we are a listening council” and it gives the whole area “a settled education system for the next 15 to 20 years”.
On top of the £1.54m rescue package to run Haydon Bridge High School, £4.6m is needed to sort out buildings in the partnership - £2.5m to £3m at the high school, £912,000 for the proposed Bellingham Primary School, £335,000 for Otterburn Primary, £366,000 for Greenhaugh Primary and £10,000 for Wark.
This money would not be taken from the education budget, meaning other schools won’t lose out.


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Yet just 12% of those who have a formal diagnosis of hearing loss really get the gadgets– even when they have insurance protection for a minimum of part of the cost, the study reveals. It likewise exposes gaps in hearing help usage among people of various racial and ethnic backgrounds, geographical areas and genders.
The findings, made by a University of Michigan group using information from almost 115,000 people over age 66 with hearing loss and insurance coverage through a Medicare HMO in between 2008 and 2016, are published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society.
Unlike standard Medicare, Medicare HMOs typically cover some listening devices costs for members diagnosed with hearing loss by an audiologist.
Elham Mahmoudi, MBA, Ph.D., the U-M Department of Household Medication health financial expert who led the research study, states the study confirms what other studies have revealed among patients studied at a single moment– but the new findings reveal distinctions emerging as time goes on.
” We currently know that individuals with hearing loss have more negative health occasions, and more co-existing conditions, however this research study permits us to see the effects of an intervention and try to find associations in between hearing aids and health outcomes,” she says. “Though hearing aids can’t be said to avoid these conditions, a delay in the beginning of dementia, anxiety and anxiety, and the risk of major falls, could be substantial both for the client and for the expenses to the Medicare system.”
Mahmoudi and her coworkers at the U-M Institute for Health Care Policy and Development took a look at confidential insurance information to carry out the research study, and looked at the information for each person with hearing loss one year before their diagnosis, and three years after, so they could see only recently detected dementia, depression, anxiety and fall injuries.
They mean to keep studying further information from this population, to see if the differences in health outcomes continue beyond three years.
The research study shows that guys with hearing loss were most likely to receive a hearing aid– 13.3% compared to 11.3% of females. Only 6.5% of people of Latino heritage received a hearing aid for their hearing loss, compared with 9.8% of African-Americans and 13.6% of whites.
Nearly 37% of individuals with hearing loss who resided in the north-central part of the country, as designated by the Census Bureau, utilized a hearing aid, compared to just 5.9% of individuals in the mountain states.
Distinctions in diagnosis
When the scientists took a look at the path that patients who received listening devices took control of three years, compared with those who didn’t get the gadgets, considerable distinctions emerged.
In all, the relative danger of being diagnosed with dementia, including Alzheimer’s illness, within three years of a hearing loss diagnosis was 18% lower for hearing help users. The threat of being identified with depression or stress and anxiety by the end of 3 years was 11% lower for hearing aid users, and the risk of being dealt with for fall-related injuries was 13% lower.
The study likewise confirms previous studies’ findings that people with hearing loss had much higher rates of dementia, depression and fall injuries than the basic population.
The factors for this are complex, and can include loss of social interaction, loss of self-reliance, vertigo and less stimulation to the brain. Some researchers likewise believe that the loss of nerve impulses from the ear to the brain, and loss of cognitive ability resulting in dementia, could be part of the exact same aging procedure.
What’s to come
The study only consisted of individuals who billed their insurance provider for part of the expense of their hearing aid, Mahmoudi notes. The coming of FDA-approved non-prescription listening devices in 2020 for individuals with mild to moderate hearing loss could make the devices a lot more available for lots of people.
But those brand-new devices could also complicate scientists’ ability to study the effects of listening devices on other health results, if people do not utilize insurance coverage and researchers can’t inform if they have one.
“Fixing hearing loss is an intervention that has evidence behind it, and we hope our research will help clinicians and individuals with hearing loss understand the possible association between getting a hearing aid and other elements of their health,” says Mahmoudi.
She notes that Medicaid in the state of Michigan is now covering listening devices screening, fitting and purchase, because a policy change in 2018, and that it will be necessary to study effects in this population as well.

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Two German men have been sentenced to three strokes of a cane and nine months in jail in Singapore for vandalism and trespassing.
Andreas Von Knorre and Elton Hinz pleaded guilty to entering a train depot and spraying graffiti on a train.
Singapore has strict laws on vandalism, and has caned and jailed foreigners in the past for the offence.
These include a Swiss national in 2010 and US teenager Michael Fay whose 1994 caning sparked global controversy.
Von Knorre, 22, and Hinz, 21, had flown into Singapore from Australia in November last year and vandalised a train during their stay.
They left the country afterwards and were eventually arrested in Kuala Lumpur in neighbouring Malaysia.
Both men expressed remorse in court, and called their acts “a stupid mistake”.
aning in Singapore involves being struck with a wooden stick on the back of the thigh, which can leave permanent scars.
The maximum penalty for vandalism is a fine of S$2,000 (£958: $1,461) or up to three years in jail, in addition to three to eight strokes of the cane.
In 2010, Swiss software consultant Oliver Fricker was jailed and caned for spray-painting graffiti on a train in Singapore.
American Michael Fay made international headlines when he was sentenced in 1994 for damaging cars and public property. Despite an appeal from US President Bill Clinton, Singapore authorities went ahead with the caning but gave Fay a reduced number of strokes.


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Think about a conversation you are avoiding. Why are you avoiding? What are you afraid will happen if you speak up? I call this your Fear-Belief. The following summary offers some common Fear-Beliefs that can help you identify yours, together with a more useful belief that you can adopt.
Fear-Belief More Useful Belief
I will offend someone. If I offer my truth respectfully, and someone is offended, we have a problem we need to address. Avoiding it by hiding my perspective does not make it go away.
I will anger someone. That’s OK. My responsibility is to show up authentically and respectfully. Their responsibility is to manage their anger. If they are unable to, we have a problem. Avoiding it does not make it go away.
I won’t be able to handle the other person’s reaction to what I say. I can handle what comes. Yes, I may feel overwhelmed at times, but I can take a timeout and re-group. I can prepare and be ready to handle what comes.
What I have to say isn’t important. Yes, it is. Each perspective is part of the whole, and it is my responsibility to show up fully.
If I say what is true for me, I risk losing the relationship/job/whatever. This could be true. But most often it isn’t. When I avoid saying something in the first instance, over time I may harbor resentment which will come out in destructive ways, damaging the relationship I am trying to protect
I don’t have time. While it does take time to have these conversations, it takes more time to clean up the messes that arise from not having the conversations.
It takes courage to show up fully, but hiding parts of oneself to avoid disagreement, leads to loss of connection with oneself and others, and ultimately unhappiness. As one of my mentors used to say, “We are all original medicine and the world needs our medicine.” Don’t hold back. You have something valuable to offer.
So, once you decide you want to show up authentically and respectfully, even if it creates some challenges, how do you start having some of these conversations? Here is a four-step process that will help.
Prepare Yourself Mentally: Over time, we develop our mind by engaging in regular practices that promote calmness, resilience, self-trust and self-esteem. Practices such as meditation, yoga, regular exercise. If these aren’t already a part of your day, choose one and begin to incorporate it. Just before a conversation, mental preparation involves two things. First, set your intention to show up fully, authentically and respectfully. Second, acknowledge the fear that has kept you silent and then choose a more useful belief.
Prepare Yourself Physically: This involves ongoing practices as well as preparation and readiness, before and during the conversation. Regular exercise and a healthy diet keep your body and mind fit and agile. If these aren’t already a part of your life, begin to incorporate them now. Over time, your improved health and wellbeing will help you be better prepared for all of the life’s challenges. Schedule your discussion for a time when you will be well rested and well fed because no matter how good you ongoing practice is, things won’t go as well as possible if you are tired or hungry. During the conversation, take breaks as necessary to regroup, refuel, and recommit. This way you will be able to stay present and engaged even in longer conversations.
Structure the Conversation: This is about setting the stage. Choose a time and place that is good for everyone involved. If you need information or other resources, make sure they will be accessible. It is respectful to check in with the person you want to speak with and make sure it is a good time for them as well. If not, schedule another time that will be good for both of you. If this is a conversation that you have been avoiding for a long time, the structuring will probably need even more care. By letting the person know that you are working on showing up more fully and want to talk about something you have been avoiding, you give them an opportunity to handle any surprise that may occur and to be ready to engage with you. By letting them know what the topic is, they can also be prepared to show up fully. If you know you will be dealing with a particularly challenging issue for one or both of you, consider getting the assistance of a skilled facilitator. They can help with this topic, and you will learn new skills that will help in the future. In coming issues I will offer a model structure that you can use in difficult conversations.
Stay Curious: Powerful advice for life in general. In difficult conversations, it is a practice that helps keep conversations authentic and respectful. As you prepare, and as you discuss, notice when you are feeling challenged. Ask yourself questions such as, “Why am I feeling stressed right now? What am I afraid of?” “What do I need to stay engaged?” When you notice the other person getting agitated or otherwise challenged, ask them, “What’s going on?” “Say more about what is important to you?” Curious questions are open-ended and invite exploration. Curiosity keeps us open to what the real issues are and to ways of relating that are authentic and respectful.
What do you think? Are you ready to practice engaging more fully and begin to enjoy the deeper, more meaningful relationships that evolve? If you would like some help, schedule a free, no-obligation Transformation Consultation.

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Summary of the Book of 2 Kings. This summary of the book of 2 Kings provides information about the title, author(s), date of writing, chronology, theme, theology, outline, a brief overview, and the chapters of the Book of 2 Kings.
Outline. Below is an outline for 2 Kings. For an outline of both 1 and 2 Kings see Introduction to 1 Kings: Outline. The book of 2 nd Kings is Narrative History and Prophecy concerning the affairs of the divided kingdoms. The author is anonymous; however, some suggest the prophet Jeremiah.
It was written about B.C. Key personalities are many; they include Elijah, Elisha, the woman from Shunem, Naaman, Jezebel, Jehu, Joash, Hezekiah, Sennacherib, Isaiah, Manasseh, Josiah, Jehoiakim, Zedekiah, and.
2 Kings 2 New International Version (NIV) Elijah Taken Up to Heaven. 2 When the Lord was about to take Elijah up Kings I & II book heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal.
2 Elijah said to Elisha, “Stay here; the Lord has sent me to Bethel.” But Elisha said, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel.
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2 Kings 1 New International Version (NIV) The Lord ’s Judgment on Ahaziah. 1 After Ahab’s death, Moab rebelled against Israel. 2 Now Ahaziah had fallen through the lattice of his upper room in Samaria and injured himself. So he sent messengers, saying to them, “Go and consult Baal-Zebub, the god of Ekron, to see if I will recover from this injury.” 3 But the angel of the Lord said to.
2 Kings Summary. 2 Kings begins just where 1 Kings left off: Ahab is dead, and his Kings I & II book and his queen, Jezebel, are awaiting their destruction—which has been delayed for the present (although Ahab's son Ahaziah dies after falling through a lattice).
The books of First and Second Kings are the story of Israel’s decline. Whereas First and Second Samuel document Israel’s shift from corrupt judges to the righteous leadership of David, Kings shows how Israel divides and falls into the hands of her enemies. These books of history pick up where Second Samuel left off: Israel is united under the godly King David, who appoints his son Solomon.
Books of Kings, two books of the Hebrew Bible or the Protestant Old Testament that, together with Deuteronomy, Joshua, Judges, and 1 and 2 Samuel, belong to the group of historical books (Deuteronomic history) written during the Babylonian Exile (c.
bc) of. The Books of Kings. 1 Kings - And the days that David reigned over Israel [were] forty years: seven years reigned he in Hebron, and thirty and three years reigned he in Kings I & II book.
1 Kings - Then sat Solomon upon the throne of David his father; and his kingdom was established greatly. The Old Testament - A Brief Overview. Bible Survey - Kings.
This is the holy book of 1 Kings, known as "The Second Book of the Kings, otherwise called The Fourth Book of the Kings". The recording is dramatized, from the King James Bible.
Second Kings features many unique events and people. Two people were raised from the dead (2 Kings –37; –21). The prophet Elijah left this earth without dying (–18); Enoch was the only other man in the Bible to do so (Genesis –24). The waters of the Jordan River rolled back twice (2 Kings14).
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II Kings (Volume 11 in the acclaimed Anchor Bible) is the chronicle of the raging conflicts that tore the United Kingdom of Israel apart, creating the rival nations of Israel to the north and Judah to the south.
It tells of the time of the great prophecies of Elijah and Elisha, and of the legendary conquerors of not only the Jews, but the whole of the Middle East--Sennacherib, Hazael, Tiglath /5(3).
As in the first book, Fire in the East, the author shines in his portrayal of the Roman court, and the events that lead to the inevitable clash with Shapur, King of Kings. stars Read more/5(63). Author: The Book of 2 Kings does not name its author.
The tradition is that the prophet Jeremiah was the author of both 1 and 2 Kings. Date of Writing: The Book of 2 Kings, along with 1 Kings, was likely written between and B.C. Purpose of Writing: The Book of 2 Kings is a sequel to the Book of 1 Kings. It continues the story of the kings over the divided kingdom (Israel and Judah.).
Kings - מְלָכִים, or Βασιλεῖζ in Greek, was originally a Book of the Former Prophets in Hebrew Scripture. The Book was divided into the two books of First Kings and Second Kings in the Historical Books of the Greek Septuagint Old Testament, and continues as such in the Latin Vulgate and our Christian Old Testament of the Bible.
The Books of Kings are preceded by the Historical. II Kings (Volume 11 in the acclaimed Anchor Bible) is the chronicle of the raging conflicts that tore the United Kingdom of Israel apart, creating the rival nations of Israel to the north and Judah to the south. It tells of the time of the great prophecies of Elijah and Elisha, and of the legendary conquerors of not only the Jews, but the whole of the Middle5/5(2).
Jeroboam II Succeeds Jehoash in Israel. 15 As for the rest of the acts of Jehoash, along with his accomplishments, his might, and how he waged war against Amaziah king of Judah, are they not written in the Book of the Chronicles of the Kings of Israel.
16 And Jehoash rested with his fathers, and he was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. 8 Then Hilkiah the high priest said to Shaphan the scribe, # Deut.
–26; 2 Chr. “I have found the Book of the Law in the house of the Lord.”And Hilkiah gave the book to Shaphan, and he read it. 9 So Shaphan the scribe went to the king, bringing the king word, saying, “Your servants have gathered the money that was found in the house, and have delivered it into the hand of.
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The player can designate important are shown with a yellower background, and trigger an alert when their conditions are met. The historical book called in the Hebrew Melakhim, i.e. Kings, is in the Vulgate, in imitation of the Septuagint, styled the Third and Fourth Book of designation is justified, inasmuch as the historical narration contained in I and II Kings is herein continued, and, especially, because the history of David's life, begun in I and II, is here concluded.
Jeroboam II, king of Israel () Azariah, king of Judah () Israel’s last kings: Zechariah (), Shallum (), Menahem (), Pekahiah (), Pekah () Jotham, king of Judah () Ahaz, king of Judah () Ahaz bribes the Assyrians ().
The year isand the Anglo-Saxon Kingdom of England stands upon the brink of destruction. A Fall of Kings is a fictional novel, based on the Crusader Kings II grand strategy game, set in an alternate timeline of our own : Crusader Kings.
2 Kings 7: Samaria Delivered from the Syrian Army: 2 Kings The Shunamite Woman's Land is Restored: 2 Kings Elisha’s Announcement to Hazael: 2 Kings Events in the Southern Kingdom of Judah During Elisha's Ministry: 2 Kings The Anointing of King Jehu: 2 Kings Removal of Jehoram, Ahaziah, and Jezebel: 2.
As with the Greek Septuagint (LXX) 1 & 2 Kings are grouped along with the twelve historical books (Joshua to Esther). As Walton and Hill write, “the books share a prophetic view of history in which cause and effect are tied to the blessings and cursings of the covenant.” II.
AUTHOR OF KINGS: 11 An Anonymous Editor-Compiler-Author. Kings, THIRD AND FOURTH BOOKS OF.—The historical book called in the Hebrew Melakhim, i.e. Kings, is in the Vulgate, in imitation of the Septuagint, styled the Third and Fourth Book of Kings.
This designation is justified, inasmuch as the historical narration contained in I and II Kings is herein continued, and, especially, because the history. There was accordingly a pre-exilic Book of Kings.
The work in this earlier form must have been composed between and As the glamour of Josiah's reforms was strong upon the compiler, perhaps he wrote before To this original work II Kings xxiv. xxv. 2 Kings 2 is the second chapter of the second part of the Books of Kings in the Hebrew Bible or the Second Book of Kings in the Old Testament of the Christian Bible.
The book is a compilation of various annals recording the acts of the kings of Israel and Judah by a Deuteronomic compiler in the seventh century BCE, with a supplement added in the sixth century BCE. Go To 2 Kings Index. Title: See introduction from 1 Kings. The books of Kings were originally one book in the Hebrew text and formed a two volume corpus with the present books of Samuel.
Therefore, 2 Kings is actually the fourth book in the series on the history of the Hebrew kings as presently arranged. The Written Law - Tanakh: Book of Malachim II (Kings 2) Category» The Tanakh [Full Text].
Interesting Facts About 2 Kings Barnes’ Bible Charts AUTHOR: Unknown. Possibly Jeremiah or a group of prophets TIME WRITTEN: The majority of 2 Kings was written prior to B.C. However, chapters 24 & 25 were written after Jehoichin’s release, perhaps about B.C.
POSITION IN THE BIBLE: • 12th Book in the Bible • 12th Book in the Old File Size: 52KB. Dan Carlin – Kings of Kings II () “The sailing of this fleet was the beginning of trouble not only for Greece, but for other peoples.” – Herodotus on the Athenian involvement in the Ionian Revolt.
Second Kings is the second half of a single book that was divided into two parts, 1 and 2 Kings because together they were too long to fit on one scroll.
The book of 2 Kings continues the history of the two separate kingdoms of Judah and Israel. The book of 2 Kings has two main parts. When the kings of Israel (the northern kingdom) are mentioned, it is because it has a direct connection to the narrative related to the exploits of Judah in the south.
While it does not ignore the northern kingdom and the complex issues associated with it, the book of Chronicles sees Judah as the center of God’s work among His people.
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An interesting world in a touching book. [sweet pea]. II Kings Quiz on Chapters 13 - This is a self-test on Chapters 13 - 25 of the book of II Kings.
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The rise and fall of a kingdom. Known as Kings 1 and 2 in English Bibles, The Book of Kings is originally a single book that recounts the rule of Israel's kings from David's son Solomon up until the time of Israel's exile, the final result of Israel's disobedience.
The book of II Kings was written with a dual purpose. It provided a chronological history of the divided kingdoms of Israel, from the time of division, through the destruction of the city of Jerusalem, and the final exile of the Jews into Babylonia.
11 And it came to pass, when the king had heard the words of the book of the Law, that he rent his clothes. יב וַיְצַו הַמֶּלֶךְ אֶת-חִלְקִיָּה הַכֹּהֵן וְאֶת-אֲחִיקָם בֶּן-שָׁפָן וְאֶת-עַכְבּוֹר בֶּן-מִיכָיָה וְאֵת שָׁפָן הַסֹּפֵר.
The two books of Kings are called the 3 rd and 4 th book of Kings in the Septuagint as well as the Vulgate. The author of the two books is not mentioned.
According to Jewish tradition in the Talmud the author was the prophet Jeremiah. It is remarkable to see the text of 2 Kings nearly repeated word by word in Jeremiah.

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DAME Helen Mirren says the BBC licence fee has had its day.
But The Queen actress, 74, insisted the corporation should still exist.
Her comments come as senior Downing Street aides were quoted as saying the licence fee could be scrapped.
Asked if the licence fee is necessary, Helen said: I think we are moving past that. And what will follow it I dont know. I think that the licence fee has had its day.”
Possibly, I think it is on its way out, I suspect. But no we cannot lose the BBC.
Dame Helen was speaking to Downton Abbey actor Jim Carter, 71, at Kiln Theatre in Kilburn, North West London, when she made the comments.
She first worked with the Beeb in 1971 starring in TV series Cousin Bette and starred in many Shakespearean plays as well as various other dramas including The Changeling, The Apple Cart and Caesar and Claretta.
Dame Helen later earned three BAFTA gongs for her role in the ITV series Prime Suspect in the Nineties.
She told the audience: I would love to be back on the BBC or ITV as the work that is being done in Britain on both the BBC and ITV, it is so good.
I have seen a series of really such good work. Work on British TV is pretty amazing.
Her comments on Auntie come after senior Downing Street aides were quoted as saying the licence fee could be scrapped.
They reckon it could be forced to sell more than 60 radio and TV stations. But Tory MPs hit out at Prime Minister Boris Johnson over the plans urging him to reconsider.
Critics of the licence fee have suggested a Netflix-type subscription model. This week it emerged 200,000 fewer households have a TV licence despite a rise in population.


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The primary camera supports a 140-degree wide angle lens, which is roughly double that of a typical smartphone according to Ubiquiti. While the companion iOS/Android app brings most of the capture and remote control capabilities to the table, it also allows for up to 2 hours of live streaming directly from your chest. FrontRow’s UI supports “instant” live streaming on social networks including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and more.
You can also make use of something it refers to as Story Mode which basically takes a time-lapse style capture for as long as 16 hours.
It features a USB-C connector with a 2-hour quick charge function. The “easy-access clickable media button” allows users to control everything from capture settings to media playback.
The whole thing seems a little superfluous considering it’s not quite rugged enough for action-heavy shoots and doesn’t really do much your phone can’t do already. However, it is easy to see something like this becoming a bit of a fashion trend for some. I mean Rae Sremmurd took a check to put one on so, anything could happen.
Remember Apple’s old Front Row feature? I wonder if they had to clear the name.
FrontRow is available for purchase now at $399 in Jet Black. The Rose Gold option is still listed as” Coming Soon…”
FrontRow’s user experience is unlike any camera brought to market. Built around a custom 2-inch circular hi-resolution touch screen, FrontRow’s user interface allows instant live streaming on social networks including Twitter, Facebook, and YouTube, as well as integration with a variety of popular applications like Dropbox, Spotify, and more. Fast Bluetooth allows effortless connectivity to smartphones running the FrontRow App (iOS and Android compatible) and provides seamless captured media transfer along with powerful remote control capabilities. The device can also be accessed (even remotely) through the Internet using the web UI controller at frontrow.com.
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Professor Nightshade - tea-time terror for all the family, and the most loved show in Britain. But Professor Nightshade's days are long over, and Edmund Trevithick is now just an unemployed actor in a retirement home, fondly remembering his past.
It's the same through the entire village of Crook Marsham - people are falling prey to their memories. At first harmlessly, and then, the bodies begin to turn up.
The Doctor and Ace arrive on the scene - but, with the Doctor planning his retirement, it may be time for Professor Nightshade to solve one last case.
Nightshade is based on the novel by Mark Gatiss from the Virgin New Adventures series of Doctor Who books.
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WINNIPEG — The Manitoba government raised the distinct possibility Thursday that it may allow private retailers to sell marijuana when recreational use of the drug becomes legal next July.
The Progressive Conservative government called for expressions of interest from potential producers and vendors in a 10-page document issued to “gauge options and possible participants in the new cannabis industry in Manitoba.”
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Justice Minister Heather Stefanson said the government is willing to consider private sales for cannabis and go beyond stores run by Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries.
“No options are off the table right now. We are opening this up to get more ideas about how to do this,” Stefanson said.
“We welcome (Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries) to give their expression of interest as well as all Manitobans with respect to the distribution.”
The Opposition New Democrats called on the government to ban private cannabis retailers in Winnipeg and other communities large enough to have government-run liquor stores, at least initially.


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Monbus Obradoiro - Barça Lassa: Job done in Santiago (71-76)
The win means the blaugranes finish the regular season in sixth place in the table and will face Valencia Bàsquet in the play-off quarter-finals
Barça Lassa did what they had to do with a 76-71 victory away at Monbus Obradoiro that leaves them in sixth place at the end of the regular season. The blaugranes were always in control and 16 points for Rice, 15 for Oleson and 12 for Perperoglou were too much for the Galicians.
The game started evenly with the sides exchanging points until Brad Oleson began to find his range from the three point line. Into the second period and Barça were up 14 points at 34-20 when nine unanswered points from Obradoiro brought them back into the contest and at half time the lead was just two points for the blaugranes at 36-34.
The home side even managed to get ahead at one points but Bartzokas’ team fought back with seven unanswered points. At the end of the third period the scoreboard showed Barça leading 59-52. The visitors stretched their lead to 12 points at one stage in the fourth quarter but the Galicians rallied and in the end the margin of victory was five points at 76-71.
The win means the blaugranes finish in sixth place in the table with 22 wins and 10 defeats, a record that pairs them with Valencia Bàsquet in the quarter-finals of the league play-offs.


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Why are Singapore students so stressed?
Much of the anxiety and fear among students is related to the O level and A level exams. Students are told that these exams dramatically affect the rest of their lives. This kind of pressure can motivate students to work hard and excel, so the Ministry of Education cannot completely remove that stress.
What is wrong with Singapore education system?
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Does Singapore have the hardest education system?
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HERSHEY, Pa. – The Hershey Bears announced they have re-signed defenseman Eddie Wittchow to a one-year AHL contract for the 2021-22 season. Coming off of an impressive season in 2019-20, the shortened 2021 campaign was an important one for the Bears defenseman.
After starting the 2019-20 season with the South Carolina Stingrays, Wittchow was recalled to Hershey and became too good for head coach Spencer Carbery to send down, chipping in offensively at a pace that would have surpassed his AHL career-high set with the Springfield Thunderbirds (15 points). By all counts, Wittchow succeeded and then some with the Bears this past season, skating in 19 games and recording four points (one goal, three assists) as well as playing in a number of different roles.
Wittchow brings a skill set that all fans of hockey can appreciate. Standing at 6-foot-4 and weighing in at 225 pounds, Wittchow brings size and strength to Hershey’s blue line, outmuscling players and providing an element of toughness that the Bears have not had in abundance in recent seasons. This past season saw Wittchow utilized in a number of different areas, most importantly at forward where he skated on the fourth line for the depleted Bears and scored his only tally in Hershey’s season finale, an important goal to put the Penguins out of reach.
He plays forward pretty well! Eddie Wittchow makes it 4-2 Hershey! pic.twitter.com/iFNO9pync8
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“He’s a Swiss army knife, and he plays with so much energy,” Carbery said of Wittchow at the season’s end. “He’s so competitive and he sticks out like a sore thumb whether he’s playing defense or forward, and it’s a luxury to be able to play him on forward this past weekend. Another fitting thing is that Eddie is loved by our guys, he’s such a nice young man and so soft-spoken for how he plays the game. For him to score such a huge goal for us, the guys were just thrilled for him and his smile was pretty special to score such a huge goal.”
Wittchow is an excellent player for the Bears to retain going into an important 2021-22 campaign. Not only is he a well-liked player on and off the ice by his teammates, but he’s played a role in Hershey’s success since he earned his way onto the roster.
It wouldn’t be surprising to see him sport an alternate captain’s emblem on his uniform in the fall, either, as he wore the same during his time with the South Carolina Stingrays.
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Last night I saw the Blue Raincoat Theatre’s production of The Schooldays of Thaddeus K.
It was up to their usual high standards, and toyed with my emotions like you always hope good art will do.
It was underpinned by a detailed, focused and at times breathtaking sound score, put together and executed on the night by Joe Hunt. Joe has previously been nominated for this category in the most prestigious theatre awards in the land, and is one of the best at what he does in the country.
But that’s just his day job.
On the side he is one of the most noteworthy singers and performers that Sligo has produced in the last 40 years. He has fronted many rock bands, all playing original music, most notably Indian – in some people’s eyes the best band ever to come out of this neck of the woods. He sings Bowie better than anyone else I have heard, and has stolen the show on many a theme night.
He and his bandmates have inspired a whole new generation of musicians in Sligo, and deserve a good deal of credit for the very healthy state of the music scene here at the moment.
I wanted to write about Joe today though because for many years he stopped singing. I can’t claim to know the reasons why, all I know is that a show we put on in 2010 about the Sgt. Pepper album was his first time back singing in many years. And he hasn’t stopped since. Indeed partly as a result of this Indian have since reformed, released a new album last year, and have played a series of sold-out shows in Sligo over the last few years.
There are many people who played an instrument or sang at previous stages in their lives and don’t any more for different reasons. I spoke to a ‘lapsed’ pianist only yesterday.
And I have yet to meet one who took it back up and regretted it. Just ask Joe.
PS Indian play the Hawk’s Well Theatre this coming Nov 23. I think there might even be a few tickets left.


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Made of painted steel with smooth polished stainless steel (PLP-N).
Lateral tube area that houses the load cells 80mm wide and 97mm in total height from the support floor of the scale.
Load cells SQB IP68 / SQBI IP68.
Each cell is connected to the others through a watertight junction box from which a cable (5m) comes out to connect to the display.
Platform material: Inox
Tipo (platforms): 4 cells


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I feel like I could think about this question and could probably take a very long time to get the proper answer.
However, I got a lot of writing to do, so lets get down to it.
Why is A Song Of Ice And Fire (Aka, the Book series of Game of Thrones) So good? What makes it different and stand out from the rest?
First, I can’t discuss it without talking about some spoilers. I’ll say minor spoiler alert. I won’t be going into the huge ones, but I can’t avoid them all together. You have been warned.
First, (and here come one spoiler) Is Geroge RR Martin is not afraid to kill off his characters. And I’m not talking about random red shirts, I mean main characters. Central, important to the action characters. He’s been called the fiction’s most notorious serial killer and for good reason.
As he’s said in several interviews, he wants readers to be afraid. Because normally in a book, if a wounded hero is surrounded by ten baddies, you know he’s going to be okay. He’s the hero! He’ll either find it in himself to fight, or someone will save him.
Not here. When the big battles come (and they do come) he wants you to be scared of what’s going to happen next. Because no one is safe. A lot of people hate him for this, but I honestly think it makes for exciting reading. The guy is ready to take big risks and they really pay off.
The second thing is his world building. I could talk for days about his world building. It’s massive! GRRM released a book in 2012 just about the history of Ice and Fire. His world is not limited to a few cities and the main characters. He goes into massive details about this huge lands, countless cities and hundreds of years of history.
Kings, rebellions, good times, bad times. It’s insane. I’ve never seen anything else like it. No one else could ever begin to match what he’s doing here.
GRRM has stated there are over 1000 named characters in his books. Not all of them are central, some are only background, or characters we don’t even see at all, but still. This man has been working on this series for over twenty years and it’s clearly been extremely well planned out.
Third, His characters are so intense. He’s stated many times he believes no one is truly good or evil, that we all had shades of grey. And I really agree with this.
In his books, every single character believes he is the hero. “Good”characters sometimes do terrible or evil things. “Evil” characters sometimes do good things. Honestly, you could root for almost any character you want in the series.
There are no clean cut perfect heroes or villains stroking their cat while they mutter to themselves. Everyone is human and everyone is doing what they believe is right and best for themselves and their family.
Fourth, he is in no way predictable. GRRM once said in an interview, as a kid, he’d watch TV shows with his mom. She then would guess who did it or what will happen. And most of the time, he said she was right.
So, when writing this epic fantasy, he threw tropes out the window. One of the best things right now, is all the crazy theories about how it’s going to end. Because no one has any clue! It could go so many different ways and so many different things could happen.
If you’re all caught up, just go to YT and look up Game of Thrones theories. They’re so many, I can’t eve keep up with all of them.
And as a reader (also viewer) who hates being able to guess, I love this. It keeps me on my toes and I’m always constantly guessing. Sometimes we’re right and sometimes we are very wrong.
Now, ASOIAF is not for everyone. There is a lot of violence and nudity in both the books and the TV show. And I mean, a lot. If you can not handle this, it’s not for you.
But, if you can get past this. The story line is rich, incredible and just engrossing. It is crazy good. I am addicted and like many others, will be vastly disappointed when it’s all finally said and done.
And yes, they are huge massive books. Huge. But please, don’t let these scare you away. Give it a read.
Ten out of ten.
Are you a fan? Let me know =)


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Travelling to a new place or just moving around your neighborhood? There are a ton of things there you hardly know of. Be it of historical importance or an eatery to salivate you. You can get to know them with Field Trip an Android app from John Hanke, the brain behind Google Maps.
Get the app from Google Play store. The app runs in the background and pops up whenever you get near anything of interest. You will then read about the place or if you are connected with your headset the app even reads out the details for you. The database of local places is provided by multitude of services adept at tracking attractions around places.
- Arcadia and Historvius for all the local historically important locations.
- Publications like TimeOut, Thrillist, Food Network, Zagat and Eater will help you locate best places to eat, dine, drink and party in the town you are visiting.
- Sunset, Cool Hunting, WeHeart, Inhabitat, and Remodelista will guide you through the unique shopping opportunities the place provides.
- Atlas Obscura, Dezeen and Daily Secret help you uncover some of the crazy and intriguing things at any place you are.
- Songkick and Flavorpill will be your guide for local musical journey.
The app has some smart features like tracking while you drive and speak the instructions without making you read it. It also learn along the way as you keep discovering new places and uses this knowledge to tune the discovery engine to show you things you had previously liked.
The attractions are listed under categories: Architecture, Historic Places & Events, Lifestyle, Offers & Deals, Food Drinks & Fun, Movie Locations, Outdoor Art and Obscure Places of Interest. The app also lets you explore you with a collective map of local interests around you and enthrall you with more info about them. The attraction discovery engine works the reverse way too. You find a place yourself and the app can also enrich you more valuable info about it.
So if you are a travel addict be sure to have your Android phone equipped with Field Trip so you don’t miss something along the way.

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Hotel, Motel, Or Inn? Picking The Right Place To Stay
There are several things to consider when planning your next trip. This includes packing, fueling up the car, and/or buying plane tickets. You should also make a reservation at a good hotel. If you wish to get assistance with this, continue on.
Check online hotel reviews prior to booking your stay. This lets you know what others' experiences have been like. Their opinions can help you decide whether or not a certain hotel is the right one for you.
If you want a nice meal at night with your special someone, and you are too comfortable in your room to go out, order some food through room service. Sure, it might cost a bit more, but it is completely worth it to be able to kick back and relax, while your food comes to you.
Find out the exact time for check-in and check-out. If you are early, your room may not be ready. If you might arrive prior to check-in time, try calling the hotel and seeing if the room is available.
You can get better deals on hotel rooms if you book several weeks or months ahead. If you can book early, you may get a huge discount. You might even be able to save up to 50 percent off at some very exclusive hotels.
Never make the assumption that all hotels allows pets in your room. Call the hotel in advance to ensure the hotel is pet friendly. Get the term "pet-friendly" defined, as well. The hotel may not allow large dogs or certain types of pets.
Be sure and take care of three important things before bringing a pet on your trip to any hotel. Confirm that pets are allowed in the room you are staying. Be sure to have plenty of plastic bags on hand to make pet cleanup easy. When you go to make the hotel reservation, see if there is room on the end that would prevent the other guests from hearing a noisy pet.
If you want a couples massage, book early. The best masseuses are booked well in advance.
If you belong to AAA, see what kinds of discounts the hotel offers. It may surprise you that AAA gives hotel discounts, but most of them do. You could save 5% or even 10% on some rooms. It really is a savings that adds up over time.
Frequent travelers can benefit from loyalty programs offered by many hotels. A loyalty program offers many benefits. The rewards can include free room upgrades, free meals and movie or show tickets tickets. The points can add up.
If you often stay at the same hotel chain, check to see if they offer membership to frequent stay programs. You should be able to earn points every time you are visiting one of the hotels. You can exchange these points for discounts and freebies at the hotel and its restaurant. You may also be able to use them on local amenities.
A great hotel is an integral part of a great trip. Whether you are going on a family vacation with the kids, or traveling on business, the right hotel can make your trip more successful. Keep these tips in mind as you book your next hotel stay.
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Nintendo has announced that the newest entry in the storied Mario Kart franchise, Mario Kart 8 will be playable in select GameStop stores on May 17-18th. Dubbed ‘Mario Kart Test Drive Days’, those who visit one of the participating GameStop locations between 12PM and 4PM will be able to play a demo of Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U.
Additionally, those who pre-order Mario Kart 8 or already have, will be able to receive a limited edition poster at the event.
The entire listing of participating GameStop stores can be found here. Mario Kart 8 releases exclusively on the Wii U May 30th and will be available both in stores and through the Nintendo eShop.
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A big part of staying healthy at home is prepping your meals at the start of each week, and providing options for the entire family. This shredded slow cooker barbecue chicken recipe is delicious on its own, or you can easily spice it up by using one of our lower fat, low calorie Bolthouse Farms dressings to create a quinoa bowl, sloppy joes, BBQ chicken quesadillas, or more!
Shredded Slow Cooker BBQ Chicken
- 3 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
- 1 tablespoon paprika (or smoked paprika, if you have it)
- 1 tablespoon mild chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon granulated garlic
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 medium onions, sliced
- 1/4 cup tomato paste
- 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
- 3 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
- Add all ingredients into the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on high until the chicken is very tender, about 4 to 5 hours (or 6 to 7 hours on low).
- Shred the chicken into the sauce with 2 forks.
- Use the chicken for:
- "Sloppy Joe's" - Put it on a whole wheat bun, add lettuce and drizzle with Bolthouse Farms® Caramelized Onion Dressing
- "Quinoa Bowls" - 1/2 cup cooked quinoa, layer of steamed broccoli, shredded chicken, shredded cheddar cheese and drizzle with Bolthouse Farms® Classic Ranch dressing
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Ryan Rhys Williams- Goldsmith and designer at Vivienne Rhys Designs started work in the jewellery trade as a jewellery bench worker as a youngster and later became a jobbing goldsmith, repairing and refurbishing all manner of jewellery from the classical engagement ring to the modern charm bracelet through every manner of little trinkett and pendant. A good foundation of skills, knowledge and patience is behind these designs. Ryan is focussing his attentions on new designs at the moment and not taking on any repairs or commisions for the foreseeable future. Preferring instead to populate the site with new designs.
Find Ryan's work on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/viviennerhysdesigns


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Faith in the Future
"Look at the world. It's so beautiful." I had just sat down to write this column when my six year old son startled me with this statement. Ethan's words were a timely reminder that great changes contain the possibility of something better and greater for all of us. Change is certainly afoot. We are in the midst of global economic, financial and environmental transitions. We are being called to identify choices, make decisions, and operate differently than ever before.
How do we ride the rollercoaster of these changes? Consider these ideas...
- Harness the power of perspective. What is working? What are the opportunities in your life? Perspective makes all the difference. In other words, when negative circumstances enter your life, a positive perspective will allow you to notice opportunities, listen to your gut, and make choices based in your best interest, rather than on your fear.
- Everyone's path is unique and individual. Even if friends, neighbors or family members have lost a job, a house or substantial investments, these events - while very unfortunate - do not mean that you will experience the same losses.
- Examine the truth about your circumstances. Look honestly at each domain of your life. Do you have legitimate cause for concern? In what areas do you need to ask for help? Where do you need to take action?
- Make a list of what you know to be true about yourself and what you've accomplished throughout your life. If you start to doubt yourself, pull out this list and remind yourself how strong you are.
- Understand the psychological process of transition. In his book Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes, William Bridges says, "...change is situational. Transition, on the other hand, is psychological. It is not those events, but rather the inner reorientation or self-redefinition that you have to go through in order to incorporate any of those changes into your life. Without a transition, a change is just a rearrangement of the furniture. Unless transition happens, the change won't work, because it doesn't 'take'." Bridges' book outlines the contexts of the three phases of transition - I highly recommend this book as a source of support.
While it can be easy to let fear, apprehension and anxiety flood our thoughts, in the long term, these responses don't help us. Try out the strategies I've mentioned and observe what changes for you.
I have a saying that I often share with clients: "Clarity is usually preceded by a lack of clarity." I encourage you to have faith in the future, to focus on the beautiful, and embrace what's positive in your life. A positive outlook does truly beget more positive life experiences. And while larger economic, financial and environmental forces swirl around us, we are still in charge of our energy, our thoughts and mindset.
As much as possible, stay positive! In these turbulent times, let wonder back into your life. Look at the world. It's so beautiful.
Claudette Rowley, coach and author, helps professionals identify and pursue their true purpose and calling in life. Learn more at Claudette Rowley.com.
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As part of the strategic plan, Cricket Council of Ontario will be playing an active role in showcasing Women’s cricket at the provincial level to attract a new generation of women and girls to the sport, as well as promote youth participation in the women’s cricket in the province.
As a first step toward this initiative, CCO is setting up a Women’s Cricket Development Committee and looking for volunteers.
In addition, Cricket Council of Ontario is pleased to share that as part of the Ontario women’s cricket program, CCO will be sending the Ontario women’s team to take part in the GWCA T20 Women’s tournament, Atlanta Georgia from May 23-25, 2015.
Open practices are being held at Qasra Sports on every Saturday 2-4 PM and OPEN trials will be held on March 28, 2015. CCO will like to invite all women cricketers to come out and join the open practice to get ready for Trials to represent Team Ontario. For more information contact Shah Zafar (905.464.7388) and/or Praim Persaud(647.404.2077)
To find out more about the Ontario Women’s cricket future activities, keep visiting this section.


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The description says they grow to 3 feet, but I have one more than five feet long and still growing. Vigorous vine with beautiful white flowers that open in late afternoon. The gourds grow very quickly...mine were growing about 4 inches per day. Very mild flavor with a slight smell of cucumber when chopping. I made them in a casserole with spicy tomato sauce. I hate zucchini, but I like these...they just take on the flavor of whatever they're cooked with. Mine started producing fruit in late August. Will grow again.
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