text: Laredoans begin to enjoy the fruits of a community garden started amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. Mr. Rolando Lopez is a U.S. Navy Veteran who established a community garden at the City of Laredo Health Department. Neighborhood gardens throughout the city have been blooming since before the pandemic, but what makes this garden so unique is its roots, stemming from the veteran community to serve the people of Laredo. Mr. Lopez\u2019s main goal for this garden was to honor all veterans in the community by providing a safe haven for them to visit and cope with mental health struggles such as PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Mr. Lopez saw a significant need for others in the community to benefit from the garden and took the initiative in starting this project. He has personally experienced the benefits of gardening through the improvement of his relaxation mechanisms and serving as both physical and occupational therapy. Most recently, members of the Healthy Living\/Viviendo Mejor program have started to visit the garden after their weekly disease self-management education classes to learn more about gardening and the benefits of growing local fruits, vegetables, and crops. \u201cThe participants can see the importance of growing their crops at home, and get an understanding that they do not need a big space,\u201d Mr. Lopez says. \u201cThe health department is the perfect setting to have a community garden like this, a place where its main goal is to promote public health.\u201d Mr. Lopez mentions that this is only the first phase of the project; he is eager to continue volunteering in hopes of growing the garden. He is excited to continue promoting gardening for the members of the Healthy Living\/Viviendo Mejor program and introduce them to new crops, locally grown vegetables, and fruits in hopes that they continue to eat healthy and find a sense of relaxation. \u201cMr. Lopez created this garden out of love for gardening and our community. He wanted a place where the community could enjoy the therapeutic benefits that gardening provides, and the Health Department was the perfect fit. Mr. Lopez put a lot of thought and work into this garden; he installed the irrigation system, set the layout, and used his carpentry skills to build the planters out of wood. To ensure all can enjoy the garden, he even built elevated planters to accommodate our residents needing wheelchair access,\u201d said Councilmember for District 7, Vanesa Perez. \u201cMr. Lopez did an amazing job creating this garden in honor of our veterans. I am very proud and honored to know him and proud of our Health Department Director Dr. Richard Chamberlain and staff for supporting this effort in our community.\u201d In the future, Mr. Lopez hopes to work with community groups, make the garden more ADA accessible, and grow an additional garden in dedication to local veterans. \u201cLaredo Health thanks Mr. Lopez for volunteering his time in developing and upkeeping the garden,\u201d says Richard Chamberlain, DrPH, MPH, RS, Laredo Health Director. \u201cThe garden at Laredo Health brings the community together by stimulating physical activity, obtaining fresh, nutritious produce items, inspiring new eating habits, and improving health status\/outcome.\u201d Councilmember for District 4, Alberto Torres, adds, \u201cIt is a great honor to see the fruits of Mr. Lopez\u2019s hard work prosper. The garden has been a great inspiration for us all, and the Health Department was the perfect place to grow such an inspirational garden.\u201d It is important to note that Mr. Lopez assures the community that he was not alone in creating the garden; he thanks the community members who encouraged him to build it. He also thanks the city council, city management, the City of Laredo Health Department, all veterans of Laredo, and many more.

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Immigration is a major league policy challenge. But Congress, having recently passed a pair of bills that will accomplish nothing, is stuck playing in the minors.
Leaders of the US Congress have reached a preliminary bipartisan agreement on the federal budget for the current fiscal year which ends next September, in order to avoid a partial government shutdown for lack of funding at the end of this week.
The President of the United States Wednesday agreed with his Mexican counterpart and Canadian Prime Minister to immediately begin renegotiations on the North American Free Trade Agreement and not terminate it.
On the same day as Trump appeared to back down on his demand for funding from Congress, Mexican foreign minister Luis Videgaray called the idea ofbuilding a border wall“unfriendly, “a hostile act” and “unlikely to fulfill the objectives” of stopping the flow of migrants and illegal merchandise into the United States.
Sí, eso es lo que retórica recalentada de Washington sobre Corea del Norte –a la que el país asiático responde en tonos igualmente belicosos – es en realidad: una sucia guerra de palabras. Pero puede estar seguro de que no están a punto de intercambiarse balas, cohetes, la madre de todas las bombas y mucho menos armas atómicas. Lo cual, por supuesto, es muy bueno.
Yes, that’s what the heated rhetoric coming from Washington about North Korea –and being responded to in no less bellicose tones by the Asian country – is: a nasty war of words. Rest assured that no bullets, no rockets, no mother of all bombs, not to mention atomic weapons are about to be fired, dropped or exchanged. Which, of course, is great.
I didn’t really believe that there was such a thing as Trump Derangement Syndrome -- hatred of Donald Trump so intense that it impairs people’s judgment.
President Trump’s $1.1 trillion spending plan considers deep cuts to domestic, aid programs, while boosting military spending. All these cuts could hurt low-income Americans, including some of Trump’s own supporters.
What are we to make of a man who seems unable to keep himself from making false statements, yet fundamentally keeps his word?
Donald Trump as president is something that we’ve rarely seen before: A self-styled straight-talker who didn’t disappoint his most fervent supporters by tacking to the center after claiming victory.
La verdad es que hay más rusos en estas historias de Trump que en una novela de Dostoievski y, como dijimos antes, es muy fácil cansarse, aburrirse, frustrarse, insensibilizarse de tanta estupidez y mala fe.
In truth, there are more Russians in these Trump stories than in a Dostoyevsky novel and, as was said before, it’s easy to get tired, frustrated, numbed, bored about the never-ending stupidity and bad faith.

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One year ago I visited El Salvador for the 25th Anniversary of the UCA Jesuit Martyrs. My heart learned of great pain but also of great love.
Now the attacks in Paris and Beirut remind me that I can always relearn the harsh lessons of the nature of our world and our humanity.
In her book For the Time Being, Annie Dillard talks about stepping outside of the safe caves we live in most of the time to stand in the wind of reality. I often want to run from this wind carrying news of more deaths; I want to slam my thumb into the radio to cut off the stream of suffering and jump back into my privileged cave to comb the pain out my windblown curls. I don’t want to stand in front of the 8 crosses representing the Jesuit Priests, their house keeper, and her daughter who were brutally murdered in a rose garden in San Salvador, on a calm morning, 26 years ago. Maybe I cannot always stand in the storm that is a full realization of the way things are. However, neither can I stay in my bubble of college papers and tests.
Dillard says, “A little at a time does for me–a little every day.”
Thomas Hardy says, ” If a way to the Better there be, it exact a full look at the Worst.”
Below is an essay I wrote upon my return from El Salvador a year ago:
Handprints on my Bleeding Heart
After turning only a few pages of the photo album I felt physically sick. Image after image of the six Jesuit priests, their housekeeper, and her daughter as they were found on a bright morning almost exactly 25 years earlier filled the pages and my being with a disbelieving mixture of horror, pain, and incomprehension. Bloodied bodies on green grass and tiled floor, mutilated faces, destroyed fingers, cracked skulls, and inhuman forms accosted my eyes. A slice of brain in the blades of grass, I could see the corpus callosum just like in my Neuroanatomy textbook. The men’s bodies were too familiar in trousers and Polos my grandfather might wear. The face of the fifteen-year-old girl, my sister’s age, was sickeningly peaceful pressed to her mother’s blood soaked body. I could not continue to look; yet neither could I desist in turning the pages. A quote on the wall said that we must present the truth no matter whom it may offend. I value truth.
Yet, how do I find truth? There are lies and confabulations, there are different perspectives, there is a grapevine of altered realities. How do I sift through them all?
A woman standing above the resting place of Monseñor Romero’s heart, a man who fought during the war and knew the murdered martyrs, a nun who found skinned bodies outside her door and dogged faith in her work, women outside a cathedral in the center of San Salvador, a young woman crying in a shower. We all have a story. I value stories.
Truth comes through acceptance of all stories, of listening to the different views to construct a picture from people’s hearts.
The man who distracted me from the pain of leaving El Salvador sat in the middle seat, had a forest green felt cowboy hat, and had to say his name three times over the roar of the airplane engine before I understood: Reuben. He told me his story, or at least pieces of it. I could not catch all his words of the war, of young boys pulled into gangs, of disappearances, of warnings to not believe it all, of visiting the United States where his 9 year old son urged him to stay because it was “demasiado peligroso” (too dangerous) back at home. Yet, it did not matter if the sound waves produced by his Salvadorean tongue reached the hair cells in my American ears, for his heart spoke through his eyes. It did not matter if I understood, because I listened. I value listening.
How do I listen? I listen with another hand in mine, with my reflection in another’s eyes, my heart-rhythm beating a hemiola against theirs, with my hands doing the same work and my lungs breathing the same air and my soul feeling the same pain. I value solidarity.
I wanted to touch every one of the 30,000 names on the memorial wall with my fingers, with my lips, with my heart. Dust worked its way into the creases of my finger prints after just the first few rows of names, my digits working like a blind woman’s to find the answer to this list of death that my heart could not comprehend. I can do nothing for the dead and disappeared but remember, but I can still do something for the living. I value being a woman in service of others.

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With a Centsible Savings Account, each time a purchase is made with your Credit Union debit or credit card, the total will be rounded to the nearest dollar amount. At the end of each day, the difference is transferred from your checking account to your Centsible Savings Account!
Health Savings Accounts (HSA) provide a tax-free method to save and pay for qualified medical expenses incurred by individuals, spouses or dependents who are covered under an HSA qualified High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP). The Credit Union offers three options: savings account with debit card, checking account with debit card or certificate account. Dividends compound monthly.
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*Applies to signature-based withdrawals only. In accordance with Regulation D, non-signature transfers are limited to six per month. Non-signature transactions may include those made over the phone, via online or telephone banking or automatically by the Credit Union. Ask for details.

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Complimentary wireless and wired high-speed Internet access is available in public areas and a computer station is located on site. Additional amenities include coffee in the lobby, ATM/banking services, and self parking. Self parking is complimentary. This is a smoke-free property. A total renovation of this property was completed in January 2011. The 151 air-conditioned guestrooms at Super 8 Las Vegas include hair dryers. Guests can use the in-room complimentary wireless high-speed Internet access. Televisions are equipped with premium cable channels. All accommodations provide desks and phones with voice mail; free local calls are offered (restrictions may apply). In addition, amenities available on request include refrigerators, irons/ironing boards, and wake-up calls.
Located in Las Vegas (Fremont Street - Downtown Las Vegas), Super 8 Las Vegas is close to Little White Wedding Chapel, Las Vegas Convention Center, and Las Vegas Premium Outlets. Also nearby are World Market Center and Smith Center for the Performing Arts.

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A celebration of Dave Brubeck performed LIVE by his sons’ quartet at Performing Arts Center
Sedona AZ (February 2, 2014) – The Sedona International Film Festival is proud to host a live jazz concert featuring The Brubeck Brothers Quartet — “A Celebration of Dave Brubeck” — on Sunday, Feb. 9 at 2 p.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center. What better way to celebrate the life and music of jazz titan, American icon, pianist and composer Dave Brubeck, than with his family!
The festival is proud to welcome back the world-renowned, internationally-acclaimed Brubeck Brothers Quartet — an exciting jazz group featuring two members of one of America’s most accomplished musical families, Daniel Brubeck (drums,) and Chris Brubeck (bass & trombone.) Read More→

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Reclaimed teak wood has an unparalleled beauty with a rustic flare and character etched out with every groove. The reclaimed teak wood from old Balinese fishing boats is one of Bali & Beyond’s commitments to beauty, art and to the environment.
From their warehouse along the rural roads of central Bali, this group of Balinese create exquisite furnishings from the otherwise wasted remains of fishing boats. This old growth teak wood is of the highest integrity. Each piece is skillfully crafted by the local people.
We’re creating jobs, employing community and enhancing our lives here at home with their talented artistry.
Reclaimed fishing boat furniture is a perfect accent to any home, adding character, beauty, and the exotic piece of Balinese tradition that transforms the everyday into art.


In January 2017 it was reported that David Goyer would write and produce Green Lantern Corps. There hasn’t been a lot of information about the movie since then, but now a year later Goyer confirmed to IGN that it’s “still in the works”.
When asked when fans can expect some news about Green Lantern Corps, Goyer replied, “I don’t know. Who knows, especially with what’s currently going on with the DC universe? There’s obviously a whole recalibration happening with that right now.”
Goyer is probably referring to the reorganization that’s going on at DC Films right now. Last week, Warner Bros. named former New Line executive Walter Hamada as the new president of DC Films.
Hopefully we get a more solid update on Green Lantern Corps sometime this year. Stay tuned to Batman News for all the latest.


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The developers of Ninjala have released a new dev diary video that showcases some new upcoming content for the online action battle game on Switch.
First off, GungHo Online CEO Kazuki Morishita and director Motoki Kaneda revealed the next collaboration for the game, which happens to be Puzzle & Dragons, a popular match-three puzzle series that’s also published by GungHo.
The collab will bring in new costumes based on popular characters from the puzzle series such as Sonia, Valkyrie, and Hattori Hanzo. These items will also come with BGM tracks from the series. Fans can also look forward to a Toragon-themed mask and a REMDra Gum Utsusemi. And during the event, players can earn Puzzle and Dragons Ippon decorations for competing in matches.
The collab event will kick off on Dec. 7 and will run until Jan. 6, 2021. It’s also revealed that Puzzle & Dragons Gold on the Nintendo Switch eShop will be discounted, starting on Dec. 10 until Dec. 27, to celebrate the occasion.
Now, regarding the upcoming season 4 content, that will begin on Jan. 7 and will come to an end on Mar. 24, 2021, and there will be a new stage, new gum weapons, new shinobi cards, and a new system update.
The new stage is called Fort Riverdale and is themed after London, taking place during the evening time. Two new Katana-type weapons will be added, which are called the Scrap Saber and the Chewing V.
As for the new specials and Ninjutsu, there’s one called Shinobi Disco that creates a field around your player character that forces nearby players to dance, which can make them susceptible to attack.
And the new system update will add several improvements to the game, such as speedier transitions from matching to the start of a battle and expanded communication menus.
You can watch the entire dev diary for Ninjala down below:
For more on Ninjala, you can check out our exclusive interview with GungHO CEO and president, Kazuki Morishita, in which we discussed where the concept of Ninjala came from, the lore of the world, and much more.
You can also read our scored review of Ninjala right here.
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FULL SHOW | Angry Vegans, Harley Breen & Kingswood LIVE - Friday 5th February 2021
The Marty Sheargold Show - Triple M Melbourne 105.1
Today on The Marty Sheargold Show we discuss Big Bananas and Angry Vegans; Harley Breen tells us about drinking with his dad and what his kid believes; Marty takes on Vegans; and Kingswood perform Live from the Airlock.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coming to us from hotel quarantine and their parents' Subaru respectively, we have RUSSELL HOWARD and HARLEY BREEN! Russell's been self-isolating for days and he talks us through the depraved mindset of a man who's put himself in the position of having no human contact for two weeks, all for the sake of getting to do COMMEEDDDYYYYY! We also relive the last time Harley and Russ saw each other at Russ' bucks party in Vegas, Karl's had an incident while kitted up on a jog, and we unearth YET ANOTHER bizarre fact about Tommy's dad! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Fathers Day Special with Matt Okine and Harley Breen!
YOU'RE WELCOME! Finding out - The birth wish - Diarrhoea - Melting hearts - Comedy All the ingredients that make up what it's like to be a Dad! Matt Okine (city dad) and Harley Breen (country dad) join us to babble on about all best bits in and around being dad in comedy, lockdown and in life! The Babble with Matty J producer Ruby- a Nova podcast - Published every Thursday and Monday. Make sure to follow us on socials: Instagram - @thebabblepodcast Website - www.thebabblepodcast.com.au If you like what you hear, hit that ’Subscribe’ button on Apple Podcasts or ‘Follow’ on Spotify. If you LOVE what you hear make sure to give us a 5 Star review! We’ll love you forever if you do. Matty J & Producer Ruby x @matthewdavidjohnson @rubyteysSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
220 - Harley Breen, Marieke Hardy, Gen Fricker and Urvi Majumdar
Don't You Know Who I Am? Hosted by Josh Earl
Harley Breen, Marieke Hardy, Gen Fricker and Urvi Majumdar find out who was a bit of a "sex witch" in High School, how one of us ended up at Kylie Minogue's birthday and what Marieke and Josh's wife have in commonSupport the podcast by becoming a Patreon member at www.patreon.com/dykwia to enjoy weekly bonus podcastsSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
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Hughesy, We Have A Problem
Dave Hughes is joined by Harley Breen, Julia Morris, Nazeem Hussain and Anne Edmonds to solve problems involving naughty dogs, credit cards, kissing issues and more.Special guests Ricki-Lee Coulter and Dr Katrina Warren.Catch the new season of "Hughesy, We Have a Problem" Monday nights after IAC from the 20th of January.If you have a problem that Hughesy and the team might be able to solve, go the the shows Facebook or Instagram page and let us know!See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
67. Harley Breen - Everybody Needs Good Neighbours
The Phone Hacks
TV and comedy star, Harley Breen, is back in the Phactory for a second helping of interchanging phones and uneasy banter.Mike freestyles about secret gropings, Capper texts an older acquaintance about prostate health and Harley has a huge announcement to make regarding an Australian entertainment institution. Send help. Join the Patreon here: www.patreon.com/thephonehacks! Get great bonus episodes and keep this podcast going.MERCH!Capper is on RedbubbleMike's got limited edition MAGA (Mike America Goldstein Again) hats. Message him on Facebook here.Subscribe where you're listening and leave a review. For screenshots from the episode and to share your own check out The Phone Hacks Facebook Group. The Phone Hacks is produced by Nearly, a podcast network.Original theme music by David McDonald.Art by Stacy Gougoulis. Find a new podcast!The Clappers - Pop culture insights with Karl Quinn and Andrew YoungThe Debrief with Dave O'Neil - Dave gives a comedian a lift home from a gig.10 Questions with Adam Zwar - The same 10 questions with answers that vary wildly.See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
This week we have the coolest dad/ one of Brett's favourite drinking buddies Harley Breen joining us!!!!He shares an absolute awful first date story which starts on a cruise ship!!! Kelly forgets to press record on our date to the races and brett stuffs up and has to admit kelly is right for once !!!! Dont forget to hit us up on the socials mainly insta!! @brettyblake @harley.breen @kellyfastuca


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Started in December 2014, Be SpectACTive! is a large-scale European cooperation project co-funded by the Creative Europe Programme. Based on a network of 19 partners in 15 EU countries, it operates in the performing arts sector through a multilayered strategy of audience engagement. Among its activities, in the last 4 years the project have co-produced 15 shown: co-commissioned 4 new art-works with the local communities; co-programmed 222 shows together with the citizens; in addition an action-research process has followed the entire project and cultural performance.
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This week: monthly charts, volatility, sentiment, technicals, market bottoms, bear markets, valuations, IPOs, Big Passive, global equity bearmarketometer...
as always.. great selection and information!
That IPO chart gives me the chill 😱😱😱
@ Callum Thomas chart storm reassures me. 2022.10.6
I see what I thought were bases broken by declines. What is missing for a bear bottom is steep declines on high volume.

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Srinagar: Developing Jammu and Kashmir as a world class centre for winter sports would filip tourist inflow to the state, said chief minister Omar Abdullah, focusing that suitable locations should be exploited to the potential to promote such games.
“The government would initiate steps to strengthen sports infrastructure to showcase the winter sports on international canvas,” Abdullah said at the concluding function of the 4th National Ice Hockey Championship at Leh.
He said the state provides an ideal location for various winter and adventurous sports which need to be packaged along with tourism-promotion schemes.
Abdullah said ideal locations would be scouted in a big way and equipped with state-of-the-art infrastructure which meets international standards.
This, he said, would increase employment opportunities for the youth besides opening avenues for sportsmen and sports enthusiasts.
Referring to the development schemes for Ladakh, the chief minister said equitable development of all the geographical regions was the main agenda of his government’s policy planning.


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Google Ranks Sixth for Green Power Purchases
Google has debuted at No. 6 in the EPA’s Green Power Partner rankings of the top clean electricity purchasers in the nation.
The tech company uses more than 737 million kilowatt-hours of green power a year, or 32 percent of its total electricity use, most supplied by two 20-year bundled power purchase agreements.
Google has committed more than $1 billion to 15 renewable energy projects. As of September 2013, the company had signed five long-term agreements for more than 570 MW of wind energy, and in late December it finalized an agreement to invest $75 million in the 182 MW Panhandle 2 wind farm in Carson County, outside of Amarillo. The company also uses biogas and solar.
Other new companies on the Top 100 list include Steelcase and Samsung. Levi Strauss has debuted on the Top 30 retail list.
Takeaway: Google’s array of renewable energy investments has placed it among the nation’s top purchasers of clean electricity.
Tamar Wilner is Senior Editor at Environmental Leader PRO.
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Reading Log Strategy – Question: What questions do you have about the text? I wonder…
First - A Christmas Story Handout – Questions ( Reading Response Assignment)
These Questions should be answered using the O.R.E.P strategy, for complete and thorough responses.
Note: #1. The Kind of Play is a Christmas Play that was adapted from a motion picture (movie).
These questions are a Reading Response of Text that was WATCHED & EXPERIENCED
Second - Play Review: A Christmas Story
a) You will use the guided worksheet to put together your own personal review of the poem ( this is a rough draft)
b) You will take your worksheet responses and put them into paragraph form, as if your review of the play were to be published in a newspaper.
c) Your GOOD COPY of this review will be typed and marked using the marking scheme that you were given in class.
Tomorrow is Tuesday December 9th – LIBRARY DAY. Please bring back any books that need to be returned/exchanged.
Ø Response to A Christmas Story Questions – Due Thurs Dec 11th
Ø Play review is Due Thursday December 11th, 2014
Attached, please find the Reading Response Questions for A Christmas Story, and the Reading Response Rubric.
You will also find the Guiding Questions/handout for a Review of the Play A Christmas Story and the marking scheme.

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Being an entrepreneur takes a lot of work and diligence. You need to be a go-getter and have a good idea behind you to make it work. Just because you have an idea of what you need or want to do does not mean that it is going to work. This is why a lot of entrepreneurs also need to have tons of patience, since overnight success if quite rare. It could take months or even years for you to see your company succeed, and this is why so many business owners give themselves this amount of time to ensure that they are doing something positive for themselves. Being your own business owner and having the personality to make it work is essential for when you want to leave the corporate world and do something that you truly feel passionate about.
One of the most well-known entrepreneurs in the world is known as Jose Hawilla. Jose Hawilla is the owner and founder of a company known as Traffic Group, which is a marketing firm specific to sports. This enables sports teams and players to receive the recognition that they need without having to figure out how they are going to do this on their own. Jose Hawilla founded the company back in 1980 after working as a sports journalist for many years. Since its inception and launch, Traffic Group along with Jose Hawilla have become increasingly popular all throughout Brazil. Check out estadao.com
In fact, many people are choosing to use Jose Hawilla as an example of how to become their own entrepreneur. It is easy to see why, since Hawilla has been one of the most successful business owners in Brazil and throughout many areas of the world. You can find out more about Hawilla by visiting his social media sites or by checking out the company he owns and operates with the help of his many employees. In fact, Traffic Group has grown to be an incredibly large agency with many employees, so it is a wonderful choice for those who would like high-quality marketing from a good company. You can visit YouTube for more videos.


It’s a difficult time for some within the fashion industry. Bebe was a name that every girl had to have in her closet for a few years, but they seemed to fade a bit from the spotlight as other brands came into popularity. Could Bebe have stayed open if they changed their aesthetic?
Let’s hear what Caletha Crawford has to say about what they could have done – and what they couldn’t.
Pushing boundaries in all sense of the word can help you to stay afloat – and even prosper – in the fashion industry. In this video, Kristen O’Donnell, Vendor Campaign Manager for Google, talks about the importance of pushing boundaries at work and how to know when it’s time to switch jobs.


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Boston Ballet is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Musicians of the Boston Ballet Orchestra are members of the Boston Musicians’ Association, Local 9-535 of the American Federation of Musicians, and governed by a collective bargaining agreement. The per service rate for the 2018-19 season was $278 plus contributions to the AFM Pension Fund and Boston Ballet benefits plans (health insurance plan provided through Blue Cross Blue Shield or 403(b) retirement plan).
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Sangamon County Code Enforcement Offices ensure compliance with building codes, zoning rules, and other regulations, typically working at the Sangamon County or local level in Illinois. The Code Enforcement Office enforces building codes and keeps records on all codes and regulations, as well as making reports about Sangamon County building code violations. They investigate potential code violations and issue abatement orders, and the IL office also issues permits. These permits may be required for construction, occupancy of a building, and to prove the building is in compliance with Sangamon County zoning laws. Code Enforcement Office records may be available on their website.
Springfield Code Enforcement Springfield IL 800 East Monroe Street, 327 62701 217-789-2375
Sangamon County Town and City Halls provide municipal services for the Sangamon County community, including playing a role in code enforcement in Illinois. The Town or City Hall may be responsible for ensuring compliance with building codes and investigating possible building code violations in Sangamon County. They maintain records on code enforcement, the current Illinois building code, and approved and rejected building plans. Town and City Halls may also issue investigation reports on building code violations and any punishments or abatement orders for violations in Sangamon County. The Town or City Hall may provide code enforcement records online through its website.
Auburn City Hall Auburn IL 324 West Jefferson Street 62615 217-438-6151
Gardner Town Hall Springfield IL 1266 North Bradfordton Road 62711 217-546-0451
Pleasant Plains City Hall Pleasant Plains IL 200 West 4th Street 62677 217-626-1024
Riverton City Hall Riverton IL 1200 Riverton Road 62561 217-629-9122
Springfield City Hall Springfield IL 800 East Monroe Street 62701 217-789-2414
Sangamon County Building Departments ensure the construction of safe buildings by creating and enforcing Sangamon County building codes and zoning rules in Illinois. They also maintain records on building codes, reviews of Sangamon County building rules, and any changes to the code requirements or regulations. The Building Department also reviews and approves building and renovation plans to make sure they meet code standard, and they also issue IL building permits. Building Department records include Sangamon County building code violations, approved building permits, and compliance reports. The Building Department may provide online access to some of their code enforcement documents.
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The China Association for Science and Technology (CAST) is a non-profit and non-governmental organisation. Its members include national professional societies and hundreds of local branches. Many of its members are Chinese nationals or have strong links to the Chinese community. The Association has a long and varied history of activity. For more information on its history, visit their website. The CAST website has a list of its past presidents, officers, and committees.
The organization works with mainstream organizations to provide services to the Chinese community, such as the American Cancer Society and the Visiting Nurse Service of New York. In 2006, the CCBA and the American Red Cross of Greater New York signed a memorandum of understanding to coordinate their programs in Chinatown. CCBA also works with businesses and local organizations to fulfill its functions, such as hosting Chinese dignitaries. Though the Chong Wa Association was first formed in Seattle around 1915, new information shows that it was already active as early as 1892.
The CBA is the parent organization of the Chinese Community Center, which was founded in 1883. The CCA serves as an umbrella organization for Chinese communities in New England. Originally, it operated at 14 Oxford Street, but in the 1980s, the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association moved to 90 Tyler Street. The CBA now has local offices in 26 cities with a significant Chinese population. A recent press conference with Councilmember Christopher Marte attracted the attention of local businesses.
The Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association (CBA) was formed in 1882 to advocate for the interests of Chinese immigrants. The CBA’s early officers wore riding jackets over changshan. They also met regularly to discuss issues concerning the Chinese community. The CBA was not the only Chinese association in California. The Chinese Benevolent Association was formed in 1881 and a few years later, the Chinese Consolidated Benevolent Association was established in San Francisco. These associations had mutual coordination and cooperation.

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FARNBOROUGH, England, 18 July 2014. Precision weapons, advanced gunfire detectors, tiny jammers, and a bus-size radar that tracks missiles as they hurtle through space are all part of Raytheon Company's (NYSE:RTN) technology showcase at the Farnborough International Airshow in England.
"Developing a common understanding of the complexity of the security challenges in today's global environment is the first step toward building a strong customer relationship," explains Thomas A. Kennedy, CEO, Raytheon Company. "The Farnborough International Airshow has historically provided us with an ideal opportunity to showcase our technology and product portfolio to customers from around the world. Defining the right mix of cost-effective solutions to support our customers' needs drives solid business partnership and shared success."
Raytheon equipment on display includes: avionics and weapons; with recent major contract awards, such as the U.S. Navy's Air and Missile Defense Radar and the Navy's Next Generation Jammer, the company will showcase its technology prowess at the airshow, officials say.
Among Raytheon's featured items at the airshow:
The Modern Man Station for the Patriot Air and Missile Defense System. Visitors to Raytheon's pavilion will be able to try out the station's color, touch-screen display used to identify and display airborne objects, track potential threats, and engage hostile targets;
The AN/TPY-2 defense radar, a mobile, bus-size, X-band radar designed to help protect the U.S. and its allies from thousands of ballistic missiles believed to be outside the control of the United States, NATO, China, or Russia. The ultra-sensitive system can even detect missiles as they ascend, giving defense systems crucial time and space to block the attack;
Raytheon's Advanced Combat Radar, chosen last year by South Korea for its fleet of KF-16 C/D Block 52 Fighting Falcon combat aircraft.
Advances in Raytheon weapons for the F-35 Lightning II fighter jet, which will make its Farnborough debut this year:
The Miniature Air Launched Decoy Jammer, or MALD-J, a lightweight, air-launched craft that jams the radar of enemy air defenses and can duplicate the flight profile and radar signatures of allied aircraft;
Upgrades to the Tomahawk Cruise Missile that will allow it to hunt down moving targets on its own;
The Boomerang Shooter Detection System, recently chosen to protect U.S. utility sites following a sniper attack on an electrical substation in Silicon Valley last year. The company has also developed an airborne version that can hear gunfire over the sound of helicopter blades;
The company is also bringing command, control, communications, computers and Intelligence (C4I) products. Raytheon currently provides 60 international customers with products that help commanders detect and diffuse complex threats.


Other outlets have trashed the embargo further on the new 2011 Ford Mustang GT's 412 HP 5.0-liter V8, blabbing about head design, VVT, all-aluminum construction and other engine tech. Plus, oh yeah, torque numbers.
It's no longer hearsay: the 2011 Ford Mustang will get a 5.0-liter V8 as God intended. Thanks to Twitter and Facebook embargo breakage we also know this monster will have 412 HP. The Muscle Car Wars are heating up again.


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You know that traditional Lox and Bagel you get at a restaurant? Well, you can make it at home, and it’s really simple! This recipe is from AB’s Fitness Personal Coaching client Leanne Edgar. It’s also macro friendly, super tasty, and hits every flavor pallet.
- 2 Mini Bagels (I use Pepperidge Farms Brand)
- 2 tbsp Whipped Cream Cheese
- 2 oz smoked salmon
- A small handful of arugula
- 1/2 lemon (juiced)
- 4 slices of tomatoes (I use about 40g)
- 4 slices of cucumber
- Onion (optional)
- Salt & Pepper to taste
Preheat the oven to broil or using a toaster, toast your mini bagels until golden and toasty.
In a small bowl, add arugula, lemon juice, onions, salt and pepper, and mix. Once mini bagels are toasted, allow them to cool. Once cool, spread whipped cream cheese (you don’t want the cream cheese to melt) across each half bagel. Top with slices of smoked salmon, for 2 ounces it’s about 1 slice per half bagel. Then layer a slice of cucumber and a slice of tomato, then top with arugula mixture.
Serve and enjoy!
SERVING: 2 mini bagels and all ingredients listed above.
CALORIES: 400 | PROTEIN: 20g | CARBOHYDRATES: 55g | FAT: 13g | FIBER: 3g | SUGAR: 11g
Notes: Keep in mind that the listed nutrition info will change as you alter this recipe

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Thursday, December 18, 2014
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year 2015
Dear Bloggers, Friends and Visitors,
Have a great Holiday this festive season. It is now the end of the year and we look forward to an exciting year ahead. This is the best time to relax and enjoy time with family and friends. It is also a good time to plan for the year ahead.
Get the Best Start in 2015
In order to get the best start in 2015, here are a few useful tips:
1. Get an overall Goal for the Year which you would like to achieve.
2. Write down the steps you would need to do in order to reach that ambition.
3. Break the steps into four parts, so that you have something to attempt for each quarter of the year.
4. Your Monthly work can now be written down, so that you have one task to complete a month.
5. Make it a point to achieve each monthly task and before long you will have completed your Goal at the end of the year.
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Questions have been raised around the status of CCTV in South Tipp.
Councillors have expressed their annoyance at the delays in implementing the new cameras in Clonmel at their recent meeting of the Borough.
The district administrator told members that they had submitted all documentation and require information and were awaiting sign off from Garda HQ in Dublin.
However, it was emphasised that Nenagh were also waiting for their plans to be approved and were in ahead of Clonmel.
Councillor Siobhan Ambrose says people are eager to see the new cameras installed to increase safety in the area.
“It makes it safer for members of the community, but it also aids the Gardaí because it just means it’s, I feel, another pair of eyes. We have been told that it’s imminent now; it’s any day. Hopefully, we won’t be waiting too much longer for this addition. We already have CCTV in Clonmel, but these are additional cameras around the town, so we look forward to the rollout of these cameras.”


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UK potato production has hit its lowest level since 2012 and the fourth smallest since 1960, down by 13% on the five-year average of 5.6m tonnes at 4.9m tonnes.
The relatively low production figure is a result of an estimated 4.4% drop in planted area, and a 12% drop in average yield. The crop was heavily impacted by a combination of late planting and the prolonged hot and dry weather that stalled tuber growth in June and July, according to the annual AHDB estimate.
The one area of Britain that avoided the effects of the summer heatwave was Scotland. Potatoes grown north of the border enjoyed a 3% increase in yield against last year to 49.2 tonnes per hectare (t/ha).
But the total production of potatoes in Scotland was still down, due to a decrease of 1.6Kha in planted area. Average yields in England were 40.1t/ha, a 20% decrease from the 49.9t/ha seen last season.
Sector Strategy Director at AHDB Potatoes, Dr Rob Clayton, said the average yield decrease is the result of large variations from field to field.
“Growers were battling a shortage of water this year, as you can see on the AHDB weather hub, the combined June and July period was one of the driest on record,” he said. “Fields that were irrigated will have enjoyed a reasonable crop, while in others yields were very low.”
Only 53% of the land in Britain planted with potatoes this year had access to irrigation.
“We won’t run out of potatoes” continued Dr Clayton, “we didn’t in 2012, and we won’t in 2018. But what consumers will notice is a wider range of shapes and sizes in the bag they bring home to cook with. These shapes and sizes are a normal part of any harvest, they’ll still taste great and will still contribute to the nation’s vitamin C and fibre intake.
“With fewer potatoes around this year supermarkets won’t be able to only choose from the ‘middle’ section of sizes – hence more variety in the bag.”
Source: Farming UK


What is the best shot on a deer with a bow?
Bow: The broadside angle offers the best shot for the largest big game animals, such as elk, deer, and bear. For most big game, the aiming spot is straight up from the back side of the front leg, one-third of the way up from the bottom of the chest.
Can you headshot a deer with a bow?
Under no circumstance should you ever take a head shot on a deer — with gun or bow. Miss the brain and the result is a wounded deer with a long road of pain and suffering.
What is the average bow shot on a deer?
As the average bow hunting shot for whitetail is approximately 20 yards practice to hit a 6 inch circle at 40 yards.
Where do you aim for a double lung shot on a deer?
A double-lung shot is the deadliest shot we can take, but some hunters like to aim for the heart in case the deer “jumps the string.” Aiming four inches above the armpit puts your pin on the heart in the lower chest cavity.
How far can a 70 lb compound bow shoot?
An “effective range” of a compound bow is normally within 30 to 60 yards. It can reach up to 1000 feet through the maximum recorded distance shot at a point is 930.04 feet. More or less, the archers prefer to shoot within the effective range.
What is the best distance for shooting an animal with bow?
Ten yards is about the minimum distance to expect to encounter an animal and thirty yards is about the maximum distance to strike the target with enough velocity to achieve the necessary penetration for a clean kill.
Why are headshots on deer unethical?
With a head shot, the head is constantly moving. A quick turn or dart of the head means the bullet may hit the lower jaw. The deer runs away only to suffer an agonizing death from starvation. With the neck shot, a small miss puts the bullet into the esophagus.
Why do hunters not have headshots?
The headshot is not ethical. It is too small of a target to effectively hit time and again. The goal of hunters is to ethically take their game. You take too much of a chance on wounding the deer by taking a headshot.
How long should you wait after shooting a deer with a bow?
The old bowhunters’ rule is to wait eight to 12 hours before following a gut-shot deer. If you wait that long when it’s 50 degrees or above, your intentions may be good, but there’s a good chance you will lose that meat.
Where to shoot a deer to drop it in its tracks?
The Spot You Need To Hit. With a quality bullet or slug, you can kill a broadside deer in its tracks by shooting through the near-side shoulder and into (or through) the off-side shoulder. And if you have the skills, gear and time to be extra precise in your shot placement, hit a bit high in the shoulder.
Is it better to shoot a deer in the lungs or heart?
The heart and lungs are vital organs, hence the term. If the lung and/or heart are damaged significantly, blood loss or suffocation occurs, and death comes quickly. Ideally you want your shot placement to hit both lungs and heart. This is why a broadside shot is the most preferred.
How far is a bow lethal?
▶ All bowhunters have an effective range, or more appropriately put, a maximum shooting distance that lies within their comfort zone. For some, it’s 30 yards; for others, 60 yards. Compound bows have an effective range too–the distance at which the bow is capable of lethally delivering an arrow.
What should a bowhunter know about deer anatomy?
In order to be ethical and effective with their equipment, bowhunters need to be aware of their target animal’s anatomy to know where to place an arrow. The heart and lungs, located in the chest cavity behind the deer’s shoulders, should be the target of any hunter. Ethically speaking, no other shot presented to a bowhunter should be taken.
How do you shoot a deer with an arrow?
That’s where you should send your arrow. The thing you need to remember about the frontal shot is that the opening in the animal’s chest when it’s facing you isn’t much wider than the width of a softball. When the animal is quartering, you can still make a good shot, but you have to shoot through some ribs.
What is the best shot placement for deer hunting?
Shot Placement for Deer 1 Bullet vs Broadhead. Many hunters learn about shot placement at a young age as they tote around their first .22 or deer rifle. 2 Deer Anatomy and the Vitals. 3 Broadside. 4 Quartering Away. 5 Quartering Toward and Frontal Shots. 6 String Jumping. 7 Practice.
What is the best shot to kill a deer?
Hit the crease of the neck, ahead of the shoulder, on a quartering-to deer, and you have the shortest path possible to the heart. I’ve killed a dozen or so animals with this shot, including a couple of my best bucks, and have never lost one.


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The communication and logistics are the essential aspects of the human existence and they are the backbone of the transfer of goods, services and value.
With the expansion of the international trade and the logistics, more efficient methods are developed in order to provide efficient services and transfer of value. However, the blockchain technology brings another dimension to improve the logistics sector in the areas such as transparency and efficient tracking.
John Monarch, the CEO of Shipchain, says the logistics sector is hiring the largest number of people in the world. He further explains that the sector has expanded over time and demanded innovations in order to overcome and maintain a practical approach for the growing human population. This is happening again, with the fourth industrial revolution.
Monarch added: “The connected devices gravitating around the Internet of Everything demand a higher level of security. The blockchain technology is the best solution because it provides the best protection through distributed ledgers, advanced encryption, smart contracts and smaller number of intermediaries. As a result, it will fight against corruption, ransomware, theft, premium fees and problem tracking.”
The CEO of Shipchain concludes that once the blockchain networks start taking the first steps towards the massive adoption by the market, it will save at least 50 billion dollars to the sector of international trade. And when the conditions are met, the blockchain technology could decrease the total costs of the logistics sector by 500 billion US dollars per year.
Christopher Bates, the Chief Security Officer at Bitland, explains that one of the main problems when it comes to creating documentation in chronological order is to find out when a certain property changed its owner. Bates pointed out the history of a car as an example: “It is pretty important to know if the car has been damages, the level of damage it suffered and if its structure was moved during the crash. If there was an unchangeable and accessible record that followed the history of that particular card, there would not be a way for the salesman to sell the car that was seriously damaged.”
Bates also talked about land ownership and the problems that appear throughout the world. One of the most sensitive problems is when a certain piece of land is sold twice or even more times, which means the person selling it would sell it to different people, even though only one sale is really legitimate. In some place around the world, the cadaster records are kept on paper and controlled by a few individuals. In these cases, it is often impossible to really know the correct order of the changes of ownership over a certain piece of land, while individuals can manipulate the records for personal gains.
Transporting any good encompasses a number of transfers of responsibility. If there is an unchangeable record of the entire transportation chain, it is impossible to lose data about the responsibilities during the transportation process. The existing courier services often track shipments along the route, but those methods are not perfect. Bates says: “The problem is the records are changeable, the data can be hidden or completely deleted and that could cause damage to someone. The governments are able to hide their black budget costs by deleting records about delivery or by preventing the publication of the data completely. The governments will claim it is a matter of national security, but on the other hand, the taxpayers sponsoring those budgets deserve to have the transparency of the consumption.”
The blockchain technology combines a continuous (chain) storage control with transparent and unchangeable way of keeping records. This creates an ecosystem that prevents the malicious parties, because they would eventually become known due to the transparency of the entire system.


Monday 23 April 2012
30 Years ago today, The ZX Spectrum gave us games to play
The previous year had seen the release of the Spectrums popular forerunner, the ZX81 which had sold a quarter of a million units by the end of 1981. But competition from rival companies such as Commodore were pushing what could be achieved with home computing, and the release of the VIC20 meant that computers with full colour capability were indeed the future, whereas the ZX81 was simply monochrome.
As such, Sinclair set about working on the follow up machine. What would eventually become the Spectrum, actually went through a number of design and name changes before the final model was that we all know and love was decided upon. Two models were released initial - the 16KB, at £125 or the much more powerful 48K version which cost £175.
Needless to say, it was a hit in schools and homes around the world, even if the keyboard was rubbish. And, for the next 2 years, the Sinclair Spectrum would dominate the home computing market, bringing along with it the delights of games such as Manic Miner, Elite and Hungry Horace. Retro gamers still love the old games and there are many Spectrum emulators around, as well as websites where you can actually play them online.
So happy birthday to the ZX Spectrum!
Personally I prefer the Commodore 64, but that's a different article.


Manager Sam Allardyce has addressed the media today and spoke of his medication techniques, his injury worries and his thoughts about the relegation battle.
Allardyce has been accused of mind games in recent weeks. His remarks about Rafa Benitez's tactics and his spat with Alan Pardew have made the headlines and taken some of the spotlight off Sunderland's players. When asked about Pardew's 'prehistoric' comment, Allardyce simply replied, "Do I look bothered?"
This week Allardyce has told the media 'everybody expects' Newcastle United to beat Aston Villa, in the other relegation battle that takes place on Saturday. This may be an attempt by the Black Cats boss to put pressure on the Newcastle players.
Allardyce did admit that if Newcastle are to win on Saturday, Sunderland must come away from their game with 'at least a point'.
Nobody would question that being involved in a relegation battle is a stressful experience. The fans, players and staff all give their all to ensure their club survives, but how exactly does Allardyce keep calm during the business end of the season?
Well, the 61-year-old has revealed he uses transcendental meditation to calm himself! Who would have Big Sam down as a spiritual man?
The team news
Despite having a clean bill of health last week, Allardyce has revealed that Billy Jones will miss this weekend's clash. The right back has been ruled out with a hip injury.
The rest of the team seem to be fit and healthy. The majority of the team is likely to stay the same, due to the recent upturn of performances. Jermain Defoe looks set to lead the line again, despite numerous media rumours about a summer move to Bournemouth. The striker hasn't scored at home since January 2nd.


Established in 1988, Keumgang Fire Door(KFD) has been a leading company which pioneers state of the art technology. We KFD took out patents for invention and utility model on our product lines. In an effort to make constant progress, KFD has achieved ISO 9001, UL and KS marking certificate.
We always strive for customer satisfaction by manufacturing, providing and installing high quality products of unique, eye-catching design.
1. Improvement of soundproof and anti-crime functions.
The three sides (high side, lock side, and top side) of the Euro champ door are made in flat wind-breaking style and double block structure. Thanks to this special soundproof design for securing a serene and comfortable indoor environment, the door has outstanding soundproof capacity. Also, with a 12mm-thick wing structure that prevents damage to the lock function, it is also equipped with flawless anti-crime capacity.
2. Improvement of insulation and condensation.
When used as a door for an air-conditioning plant room or as a soundproof door, the Euro champ door largely reduces energy-usage and creates a comfortable indoor environment with its soundproof and insulation core inside. By preventing water drops formed from the indoor and outdoor temperature difference, the door stops the formation of mold and bacteria, thereby creating a pleasant environment. Also, it is efficient in preventing condensation with its outstanding air-permeability and insulation.
3. Improvement of design.
The original fire door did not have a favorable design because its windbreaker on the lock reinforcement plate was a ribbed shell slab type. The three sides of the wind-breaking structure of the Euro champ door are made by a flat type, thereby able to be hidden in the doorframe. It is a high-quality door with a clean and elegant design and without any curves on its surface.
KEUMGANG FIREDOOR is producing high-quality, multi-functional, multi-system doors that have outstandingly improved upon soundproofing, anti-crime, and insulation capacity.
They are widely used in Europe. (Euro champ door)


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Volunteers memorialized at annual ceremony
McLaren Greater Lansing recently honored the hospital volunteers who passed away in the past year at the annual Volunteer Memorial. On Friday, June 19, current volunteers, families and friends of the deceased joined McLaren staff at the Volunteer Memory Garden at McLaren Orthopedic Hospital to honor those who have passed.
"We have this memorial every year and it's a great way to honor volunteers who have given of themselves to us and to our patients," said Debbie Quinn, director of volunteer services at McLaren Greater Lansing. "It's a way for us to thank their families for the sacrifices the volunteers made to be with us."
This year, 25 volunteers were honored who provided a combined 449 years and more than 48,000 hours of service to McLaren Greater Lansing. Ten of the volunteers gave more than 20 years of service and four volunteers gave more than 30 years of service. Dagmar Haeger, a volunteer for more than 50 years at McLaren Greater Lansing, passed away this year at the age of 102.
Haeger started volunteering in 1962 when she was 49. She donated her sewing talents by creating baby blankets, wheelchair bags, lap covers, baby hats, comfort pillows and a number of other items to make patients more comfortable.
Haeger and the 24 other volunteers honored at the memorial service are remembered on a plaque in the Memory Garden. During the ceremony, hospital leadership thanked the late volunteers' families and friends for their loved ones' dedication throughout the years and presented them with roses. The plaque was revealed at the conclusion of the ceremony.
Volunteers donate their time and talents to the hospital by welcoming patients, family members and loved ones at the hospital entrance, transporting patients and equipment around the hospital, staffing the gift shop, staffing the McRee Guest House and much more.
"This is just another way to honor them for everything they did here," said Quinn.
If you are interested in becoming a McLaren Greater Lansing volunteer, contact the Volunteer Services Office at (517) 975-6900 or visit mclaren.org/lansingvolunteers.


We know we have to shut some things down but the question of when and for how long is highly important. The virus was so novel we needed to just act on it without thinking through things because the information we had was ambiguous.
That leaves us considering the possibilities of future plans. Sure we are going to experience significant change and gravitate more of our business online but we will likely need a more strategic plan by Congress and/or White House how to deal with these things in the future.
No one knew what this virus was but we might want to consider future emergency plans based on what we learned here. Such a plan could have an impact on panic, animal spirits and help minimize future GDP plunges.
Fundamental questions like, How long do we shut down airports and travel when we first find a novel virus? Should we localize shutdowns quickly and keep as much of the economy going? Sine we know we can limp along with partial capacity businesses should we implement emergency operating requirements?
It is likely that in the near future we will need to think about have along term emergency plan. We should take what we learn hear and then apply it to future situations. Develop and draft a plan that will help us take emergency protocols that give use the most immediate options as well as provide a little time before making more concrete decisions.
Cox, J. (July 39th, 2020). Second-quarter GDP plunged by worst-ever 32.9% amid virus-induced shutdown. CNBC. https://www.cnbc.com/2020/07/30/us-gdp-q2-2020-first-reading.html


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A NONAGENARIAN CLUBWOMAN
GIVES AN INTERVIEW
Mrs. Hester M. Poole, 94 years of age, and said to be the oldest clubwoman in the United States and probably in the world, was a special guest at the final lecture given by Swami Yogananda in the Washington Auditorium Wednesday evening, January 26th, and following the lecture she was introduced to the Swami.
She is the last of that notable group of women, including Susan B. Anthony, Frances Willard, Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Clara Barton and Anna Howard Shaw, who pioneered for woman suffrage many years ago. She has met many of the strong vigorous personalities of the country both because of her suffrage work and because she was one of the first women writers of the United States. She is one of the original members of Sororis, the first woman’s club founded in America.
"I know all about pioneering," said Mrs. Poole reminiscently "for I was a pioneer myself. We women who had to fight for suffrage were combating prejudice and fixed ideas. We were not conquering and subduing savages and the wilds of primeval lands but we were just as much pioneers as those who laid the material foundations of America."
When asked about her opinion of Swami Yogananda she said: "Having been for many years a student of the philosophy of the Oriental Sages I am glad to lay my little tribute at the feet of the exponent of Yogoda, Swami Yogananda, whose lecture on ‘Highest Science of Super-Concentration and All-Round Success—Yogoda,’ I found so inspiring. I think he is a magnificent world teacher for whose teachings this century is ripe. He seems to me to be a liaison officer between the efficiency of this country and the spirituality of the East. Each needs the other and each must have the mingling of the two.
"Tremendously the world is going onward, through confusion and restlessness, toward a comprehension of what this portion of immortal life means. Such a leader as Swami Yogananda is sorely needed, such an interpreter as he is, is inspiring. How greedily his instructions are absorbed is evidenced by the crowds he nightly thrills.
"His philosophy appeals to the thinker, to those unsatisfied by materialism, who are weary of the evanescent, the unreal, which flee like shadows before the light of truth.
"We in the West," concluded Mrs. Poole, "are like children in regard to spiritual themes compared with the deep, quiet, Oriental student, who takes hold of the higher eternal laws under which evolution is carried onward."
Though in her body she has the infirmities and weaknesses of very great age, Mrs. Poole is still vigorous mentally. She keeps abreast of the times in her reading and looks toward the future of the world with zest.
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The Tea Room has a deal: three coffees equal one tree.
Partnering with Rideau Valley Conservation Authority (RVCA), the Teas for Trees initiative plans to promote sustainable living on campus. The initiative runs from Nov. 12 to 16 and will plant one tree for every three coffees or teas sold.
In an interview with The Journal, Izzy Hazan, Tea Room head manager, said the idea for the campaign was inspired by the Café’s mission to be carbon neutral.
“Although the Tea Room is doing all we can to make sure we’re as eco-friendly as possible, we still have to account for the basic energy sources necessary when running a café,” Hazan said.
Though the Tea Room is North America’s first zero consumer-waste, carbon neutral café, Hazan said the coffee shop can always be doing more to reduce their carbon footprint.
The Teas for Trees campaign aligns with the cafe’s three key pillars: environmental responsibility, community education, and fiscal sustainability.
“Teas for Trees is a direct representation of our goal to create a financially sustainable business which can still act environmentally responsible, [and it] fosters all three pillars by motivating more sales through the education of how we make a positive impact on the environment,” Hazan said.
Hazan added, through its day-to-day operations, the Tea Room is still responsible for emissions produced through the use of lights, fridges, and basic cooking appliances.
Next week, after the total number of trees has been confirmed, the RVCA will plant all the trees funded by the Tea Room. The trees will be planted in a field in the Kingston area—a space specifically reserved for the café’s campaign.
Hazan said the planted trees “will help reduce the amount of carbon dioxide produced in Kingston,” but more importantly serve as a reminder to students that small steps translate into big differences.
“Small actions are the key to reducing our ecological footprint as students. The Tea Room works to cultivate easy, sustainable choices for students,” she said. “[B]ut there are plenty of ways to be mindful of our impact beyond caffeine-related habits.”
Last year, the initiative planted a total of 550 trees, which were able to collectively reduce 18 tonnes of carbon dioxide.
As of Thursday night, the Tea Room has sold approximately 1,120 coffees and teas—equaling a total of 373 trees planted.
For Hazan, it’s critical students become aware of the impact their daily activities can have on the environment. With the Tea Room’s new initiative, taking steps to live a sustainable life can be as simple as buying a single coffee or tea.
“[The initiative] will promote sustainable life on campus by allowing students to harness a habit they rely on daily, [like] coffee [or] tea, into providing a positive impact on the environment,” Hazan said.
“Teas for Trees facilitates that directly.”
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|Fort Hays State University Forsyth Library
- 502 South Campus Drive
Hays KS 67601
Hours: Sun 1pm-12am, Mon-Thu 7:30am-12am, Fri 7:30am-7pm, Sat 10am-5pm.
Google map: FHSU Forsyth Library
Internet sites and databases:
Their Western Collection includes western Kansas history, oral histories, a great genealogical collection from local genealogical and historical societies, and many denominational sources for Hutterites, Mennonites, Catholics, and Lutherans.
If you cannot visit or find a source at the Fort Hays State University Forsyth Library, a similar source may be available at one of the following.
- National Archives I, Washington DC, census, pre-WWI military service & pensions, passenger lists, naturalizations, passports, bounty land, homesteads, ethnic sources, prisons, fed employees.
- National Archives at Kansas City federal censuses 1790–1930; military service indexes, pension indexes, passenger lists, naturalizations, photos, vital records, land, and Indian records.
- American Historical Society of Germans from Russia, Lincoln NE, AHSGR ancestor lists, cemeteries, homesteads, an AHSGR German hometowns list, passenger lists, obituaries, surname charts, and Russian village files.
- National Orphan Train Complex, Concordia, museum, history, rider registry, research, and events. 66 v. (20,000 records) of orphan train riders, photos, 9,700 name computer database.
- Hays Kansas Family History Center can offer research suggestions, and can order genealogical microfilms from the Family History Library in Salt Lake City.
- University of Kansas Kenneth Spencer Research Library, Lawrence, manuscripts, photographs, maps, histories, newspapers, periodicals, film and videotapes that document the "Kansas Experience" of pioneers, railroads, and American Indians.</ref> A depository for publications of Kansas and Douglas County.
- Hays City Clerk has some municipal records.
- Ellis County Clerk, Hays, births 1886-1911, marriages since 1868, and deaths 1885-1912.
- Ellis County Clerk of the District Court, Hays, has divorces, civil, criminal, naturalization, and probate records.
- Ellis County Register of Deeds, Hays, land records since 1871, county school records, and military discharge papers.
- U.S. District Court District of Kansas, Wichita, recent federal civil, criminal, and bankruptcy cases.
- Ellis County Historical Society, Hays, museums and Volga Germans Haus.
- Hays Public Library includes a Kansas local history room.
- Repositories in surrounding counties Barton, Graham, Ness, Osborne, Rooks, Rush, Russell, and Trego.
- Iola Public Library, for all Kansas including family folders, special indexes, and published records for many counties of Kansas.</ref>
- Johnson County Library, Overland Park, both a Kansas and a genealogy collection, mostly books, and periodicals with family folders. Also covers Missouri, Tennessee, and Kentucky.</ref>
- Kansas Genealogical Society, Dodge City, has the best set of family folders and genealogical periodicals in Kansas.</ref>. Also, clippings, obituaries, and an online catalog.
- Kansas Heritage Center, Dodge City, cowboys, oral history, Fort Dodge history, & the Old West.</ref>
- Kansas Historical Society, Topeka, clearly the best place to start researching Kansas ancestors including newspapers, county records, biographies, genealogies, land records, and railroads. Statewide births and deaths prior to 1894; City of Topeka births and deaths 1885-1912.
- Riley County Genealogical Society Library, Manhattan, pre-Civil War records are excellent for Kansas. Early settlers are documented by obituaries, family folders, and some good indexes.</ref>
- Topeka Genealogical Society Library, 12,000 books, 700 periodicals strong on Shawnee County and northeast Kansas. Also includes almost every U.S. state, and many foreign nations.
- Kansas State Library, Topeka, largest book library in Kansas with county histories, ethnic sources, guides, inventories, and family genealogies.</ref> This is a main depository of historical documents about Kansas residents.
- Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Topeka, since 1911 births, stillbirths, deaths; since 1913 marriages; and since 1951 divorce records issued for a fee only to immediate family members or representatives.
- Wichita Public Library Genealogy Center, has many genealogies with an emphasis mostly on books, periodicals, and special publications for southeast KS, and corners of MO, AR, and OK.</ref>
- Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas Archives baptism, confirmations, marriages, deaths, parish records.
- Kansas United Methodist Archives, Baker University, Baldwin City, church records, newspapers, manuscripts, memoirs, obituaries, archives, reports.
- Mennonite Library and Archives, Bethel College, Newton, Mennonite-related books, periodicals, and genealogical materials.
- Repositories in surrounding states: Colorado, Missouri, Nebraska, and Oklahoma.
- Mid-Continent Public Library Midwest Genealogy Center, Independence MO, one of America's best genealogical centers: censuses and indexes, 80,000 family histories, 100,000 local histories, 565,000 microfilms, 7,000 maps, and newspapers. Surrounding states are well represented.</ref>
- Kansas City Public Library Missouri Valley Special Collections, The Missouri Valley Room has a great genealogy collection for Missouri and Kansas with biographies, periodicals, genealogies, diaries, photos, scrapbooks, and newspapers of the Kansas City area.
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 Forsyth Library in Fort Hays State Universty (accessed 18 February 2016).
- ↑ William Dollarhide, and Ronald A. Bremer, America's Best Genealogy Resource Centers (Bountiful, UT: Heritage Quest, 1988), 47. WorldCat 39493985; FHL Book 973 J54d.
- ↑ Dollarhide and Bremer, 2.
- ↑ Dollarhide and Bremer, 67.
- ↑ Research Library in American Historical Society of Germans from Russia (accessed 3 February 2016).
- ↑ Amanda Wahlmeier, Orphan Train Research Center curator, firstname.lastname@example.org, 28 September 2012, e-mail to David Dilts, email@example.com.
- ↑ 7.0 7.1 7.2 Handybook for Genealogists: United States of America, 9th ed. (Logan, Utah: Everton Pub., 1999), 144. WorldCat 812163213; FHL Book 973 D27e 1999.
- ↑ 8.0 8.1 8.2 Alice Eichholz, ed., Ancestry's Red Book: American State, County and Town Sources, 3rd ed. (Salt Lake City: Ancestry Pub., 2004), 235. Ancestry digital copy ($); WorldCat 55947869; FHL Book 973 D27rb 2004.
- ↑ Dollarhide and Bremer, 47.
- ↑ Births, Deaths, and Marriages in Shawnee County (accessed 8 February 2016).
- ↑ Topeka Genealogical Society Library in Topeka Genealogical Society (accessed 4 February 2016).
- ↑ KDHE Office of Vital Statistics in Kansas Department of Health and Environment (accessed 4 February 2016).
- ↑ Midwest Genealogy Center in Mid-Continent Public Library (accessed 7 March 2014).
- ↑ Dollarhide and Bremer, 47 and 67.
- ↑ Special Collections in Kansas City Public Library (accessed 7 March 2014).

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Halloween candy can take a frightening toll on teeth
Fri, 01 Nov 2013 02:35:00 GMT —
Studies show about 4% of all candy consumption in the United States happens on Halloween night, but these sweets can take a frightening toll on your teeth.
"Lots of kids that will end up with cavities if they don't take care of their teeth properly," Dr. Millburn of Carolina Forest Family Dentistry said.
"When you intake sugar into the mouth, it mixes with the bacteria that is naturally in your mouth, and that in turn causes acid, which if that process continues to happen over and over again, it will lead to small holes in the teeth, which are cavities," Dr. Millburn said.
Those cavities can even take up to 2 years to form.
But there are certain types of candy out there that are gentler on the teeth.
"You want to try to avoid things that are very sticky that will linger in the mouth for a long period of time," Dr. Millburn said.
Taffy, gummies and caramels are examples of sticky candies.
He said solid chocolate is your best bet if you're looking for teeth-friendly candy.
"It watches off the teeth quickly, which will allow less acid to form from bacteria in the mouth," Dr. Millburn said.
As always, he said taking certain preventative measures can help.
"What you want to try to do is follow the 1-2-3's of good oral hygiene. One is to floss once a day. Two is to brush your teeth twice a day, preferably after you eat. Three is to eat 3 balanced meals every day," Dr. Millburn said.
If you're still concerned about your kids eating all the candy they've brought home on trick-or treat night, check with your family physician about candy buyback programs they may have in place.

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“‘Hardware’ is a good time and we’re looking forward to checking out the grooves with everybody in the world, known or otherwise, who wants to join us. We’re really delighted with the way it turned out, not to mention that we managed to avoid rattlesnake bites and cactus punctures over the course of the recording process.” – Billy F Gibbons
Hardware was produced by Gibbons with Matt Sorum and Mike Fiorentino with additional production by engineer Chad Shlosser. Guns ‘N’ Roses, Velvet Revolver and The Cult drummer Sorum also plays on the album as part of a core band featuring guitarist Austin Hanks. It’s the same musical backbone that starred on Gibbons’ second solo release for Concord, The Big Bad Blues, which came out in 2018 and won the Blues Foundation’s Blues Music Award.


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CDC removes warning on airborne spread of COVID-19
News/Health: The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) said on Monday it had posted guidance on possible transmission of the new coronavirus through airborne particles in error and it will be updating its recommendations.
CDC deletes coronavirus airborne transmission guidance, says update was 'draft version'
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a correction on its website Monday, saying a draft of proposed changes, including guidance on airborne transmission of coronavirus, was posted in error.
Coronavirus: What's happening in Canada and around the world on Monday
News/Canada: Provinces are reimposing restrictions on gatherings as health officials worry that the new increases in COVID-19 cases could lead to an equivalent spike in hospital patients or deaths in the coming weeks.
Struck by 'loneliness' of seniors in pandemic, N.B. student launches matchmaking program
News/Canada/New Brunswick: While delivering food to seniors in the early days of the pandemic, New Brunswick university student Hannah Crouse found that many were lonely, so she created a program matching students with seniors who they visit once a week and share a meal together.
Back to school means back to stress and anxiety for grandparents during coronavirus pandemic
News/Canada/Manitoba: Now that kids are back in school, grandparents are anxious about how and when they will visit and care for their grandchildren. While some are continuing to provide before and after school care, others are isolating because of their own health concerns.
Hospitalizations, deaths will follow Ontario's COVID-19 surge, but how many remains unclear
News/Canada/Toronto: The fresh spike in new COVID-19 cases in Ontario is not yet bringing an equivalent spike in hospital patients or deaths from the coronavirus, but experts say it's too early to draw conclusions.
Coronavirus: What's happening in Canada and around the world on Sunday
News/Canada: Two miners at the Hope Bay gold mine in Nunavut have tested positive for COVID-19. These are the first cases for the territory, but since they didn't originate in Nunavut, they'll instead be counted in other jurisdictions.
Montreal, Quebec City to face new restrictions as Quebec tries to fend off 2nd wave of COVID-19
News/Canada/Montreal: The Quebec regions of Montreal, Quebec City and Chaudière-Appalaches are expected to move to the "moderate alert" orange level under the province's regional alert system by Sunday.
'Ecological anxiety' and the psychological toll of choking wildfire smoke
News/Canada/British Columbia: Smoke in the summer has become common in B.C., a province with a warming climate marked by longer, nastier wildfire seasons. As the environmental catastrophes become more regular, so too do the psychological consequences — a sensation called "ecological grief" or "ecological anxiety," caused by seeing loss in the natural world.


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The bad news for N.C. State is it lost another ACC basketball game on Wednesday night, 85-78 to Florida State.
The loss drops the Wolfpack to 0-4 in the ACC for the first time since 1996-97.
The good news for N.C. State is that the team recovered from an 0-8 start to reach the ACC tournament championship game.
Such is the reach for positives for the Wolfpack (10-7), still seeking its first win in 2016.
Florida State (11-6, 1-3) picked its first ACC win, after its own 0-3 start, with 22 points from freshman guard Malik Beasley and senior guard Devon Bookert added 18 points.
N.C. State followed its recent script of shooting poorly in the first half (33.3 percent) and not being able to overcome it in the second half despite an admirable effort.
The Wolfpack cut an 11-point deficit down to three points in the final minute, with a pair of late 3-pointers by freshman Maverick Rowan, but FSU made its last six free throws in the final 30 seconds to cement the win.
Rowan led N.C. State with 22 points. Sophomore forward Abdul-Malik Abu had one of his best games with a career-high 21 points, 13 rebounds and a career-best six assists.
But N.C. State couldn’t overcome a cold shooting start by Rowan (6 of 16) and from Caleb Martin (2 of 13).
Martin buried a 3 from the right corner at 9:24 in the second half that drew the loudest applause of the night.
Martin’s 3 made it 55-48 and a layup by Barber 33 seconds later cut FSU’s lead to 55-50. The Seminoles answered with a quick 3 from Bookert, one of his four, to start an 11-2 run and push back out to a 66-52 lead.
Florida State took control of the game with a 16-6 run to close the first half. The game was tied at 22 after a nice give-and-go between guard Cat Barber (16 points) and Abu at 7:03 in the first half.
Then N.C. State almost three minutes without a field goal and only one more the rest of the half. Meanwhile, FSU got five points Bookert and a pair of 3s by Beasley.
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Ucrânia vai receber mísseis de longo alcance
February 2, 2023 -
A Ucrânia assegurou que as novas promessas de armas incluem mísseis
de maior alcance, num esforço coordenado entre EUA, França e Itália.
The U.S. is readying a more than $2 billion package of military aid expected to include longer-range rockets for the first time as well as support equipment for Patriot missile systems and precision-guided munitions.
France and Italy are finalising the delivery of their Surface-to-Air
Medium-Range/Land-based missile system, including the Aster 30, one of the only systems capable of intercepting the Russian Kh-22 anti-ship missiles which have been used to target civilian infrastructure.


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Russia’s central bank on August 29 ended weeks of speculation by announcing it will take over the struggling Otkritie Financial Corporation, the second biggest private bank in the country, marking the first time that a “strategically important” Russian bank has had to be rescued.
The Central Bank of Russia (CBR) imposed temporary administration on the bank on August 29 and intends to transfer the bank to a recently recreated bailout fund, the Banking Sector Consolidation Fund.
“The Bank of Russia took a decision to implement measures aimed at improving the financial stability of FC Otkrytie [sic],” the CBR said in a statement, adding it intends to support the bank and allow it to continue normal operations.
The CBR said it will become the bank’s “main investor” using the funds of the new fund to recapitalize Otkritie.
The rehabilitation will take place with the participation of the current owners and managers of the bank, the CBR said, although those people as well as other senior managers have already been removed from operational control after the appointment of the interim administration.
The CBR has not introduced a moratorium on meeting creditor claims, although recently it has become frequent practice in bank bailouts, and no payments from the Deposit Insurance Agency (DIA) are necessary at this point, it said. The bank will continue to function as normal, the CBR stressed.
The decision brings almost two months of uncertainty that has shaken the entire Russian financial sector to a close. bne IntelliNews revealed on August 11 that market sources were warning the bank was “in trouble”. That weekend the bank’s ATMs stopped working temporarily and deposits started flooding out the door.
Since then, Otkritie has desperately been trying to shore up trust and took a string of measures to raise more cash, including selling down about 85% of its bond portfolio, tapping the CBR repo facility, selling off its bad debt portfolio and taking one unsecured loan from the CBR of an undisclosed size last week. In all, it is estimated that Otkritie has tapped the CBR for RUB333bn ($5.7bn) in aid, reported Kommersant.
As yet there is no information on how big a hole there is in the bank’s balance sheet. However, it is possible that it could break the previous record set by the Bank of Moscow that had a $9bn hole in its balance sheet and needed a $14bn bailout after it was taken over by VTB in 2011. The bank’s former manager Andrey Borodin fled an arrest warrant in Russia for London where he now lives in a very nice house in Henley.


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Create beautiful enchanting crafts with this brand new Dandelion & Dragonflies Delight die & stamp set. Create a dandelion strewn, stamped background and then craft elegant frames with our selection of interchangeable semi-circle dies and decorative verso frames. Finalise your creations with one of the enthralling, elegant sentiment stamps - creating adorable, show-stopping cards couldn't be easier.
Dandelion & Dragonflies Delight Stamp Set (Showcase Set) - 4967E
Create eye-catching, elegant cards with this brand-new, unique stamp set. Designed to complement your Dandelion & Dragonflies Delight die set, this adorable collection features a slew of heartwarming sentiments, dragonflies, dandelions, waterlilies and lilypads.
Dandelion & Dragonflies Delight Die Set (Showcase Set) - 4966E
This unique collection features 21 dies, including multiple gorgeous mix & match frame designs as well as a host of exquisite decorative element dies! This beautiful set also includes dies to cut around select Dandelion & Dragonflies Delight stamps.
Comes with a magnet sheet & wallet.
Largest Die Size:
64mm x 130mm (2.5" x 5.1")
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Bucks school Warriors, Thunder thump Rockets
The Milwaukee Bucks made a statement on Friday (Thailand time) with a 134-111 victory over the Golden State Warriors, snapping the two-time defending champions’ eight-game NBA winning streak.
The ever-improving Bucks imposed their will on a Warriors team that was without injured Draymond Green and lost Stephen Curry to a left adductor strain in the third quarter.
Milwaukee’s Eric Bledsoe led all scorers with 26 points, 10 of them in the Bucks’ 41-point third quarter.
Paul George scored 20 points to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a seventh straight victory, a dominant 98-80 home triumph over the Houston Rockets.
In Phoenix, the Boston Celtics rallied from a 22-point third-quarter deficit to hand the Suns a heartbreaking 116-109 overtime defeat.
The Suns, meanwhile, have lost nine of 10 in a disastrous start to the season.


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What To Do If You Are Exposed to Asbestos
Asbestos exposure poses significant health risks, as it is linked to serious respiratory diseases, including lung cancer and mesothelioma. If you suspect or confirm exposure to asbestos, it’s crucial to take immediate and informed action. This blog outlines the necessary steps to minimize risks, protect your health, and seek appropriate medical attention.
The first thing you should do if you suspect asbestos exposure is identify the possible exposure source. Asbestos was commonly used in construction materials until the 1980s due to its fire-resistant properties. Potential sources may include the workplace, older buildings, insulation, roofing materials, or certain household products. Understanding the source can help assess the level of risk and guide your next steps. If you suspect asbestos exposure, leave the area immediately. Asbestos fibers become dangerous when disturbed and can become airborne, making inhalation more likely. Avoid touching, disturbing, or attempting to remove any materials that may contain asbestos.
If exposure occurs at home or in the workplace, secure the affected area to prevent others from entering. Place warning signs to minimize the risk of additional exposure. Promptly inform building management or property owners, occupational health services, and other safety personnel about the situation. They can provide guidance on reporting the incident, accessing medical services, and understanding your rights and benefits related to occupational exposures.
If you believe that your clothing is potentially contaminated, carefully remove it without shaking or disturbing any dust. Place the clothing in a sealed bag and avoid laundering it at home.
We recommend keeping detailed records of the exposure incident, including the date, location, and potential sources of asbestos. Document any symptoms or health issues that arise afterward. This information can be crucial when seeking compensation or filing claims related to asbestos-related diseases.
It’s crucial to consult with a healthcare professional promptly, especially if you experience respiratory symptoms, persistent coughing, or chest pain. Inform the medical staff about your potential asbestos exposure, providing details about the source and duration. Early detection and intervention can significantly improve outcomes for asbestos-related diseases.Asbestos exposure demands swift and informed action to protect your health and well-being. By following these steps, from identifying potential sources to seeking medical attention and legal counsel, you can navigate the aftermath of asbestos exposure effectively.
If you or someone you care about has been exposed to asbestos and is suffering from lung cancer or mesothelioma, you may have legal rights to pursue compensation. You can reach us at 412-471-3980 or fill out our contact form to speak with a member of our team.

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To know the people of Opera San José is to know Laurie Warner. Laurie is in her sixth year as President of the Opera San José Board of Directors, but her commitment to the company began when she became a board member in Opera San Jose’s first official season – 1984-85. She has been increasingly active with the company since she first met Opera San José founder, Irene Dalis, at a fundraiser for the Opera Workshop in 1982. When Laurie joined Opera San José’s volunteer corp, Friends of Opera, she admits she had only been to one opera, but according to Laurie, “Opera Outreach drew me in. I taught elementary school and I know how important the arts are for young minds.” She has been a dedicated supporter of the company ever since.
Laurie began attending the opera with her husband, Michael, and three daughters, who are now grown. They introduced their children to opera at a fairly young age, subscribing to the San José Community Opera Theatre in 1982, and buying the entire second row at the Montgomery Theater so their girls could bring friends.
Laurie is passionate about the arts and it shows in her profound commitment to Opera San José. “The arts are very important to me. The arts inspire creativity in all fields, and we live in one of the most creative parts of the country. Opera encompasses all the arts. It has the visual in the form of sets, costumes and lighting; it has orchestral music, dancers, memorable choruses and most of all -wonderful classically trained singers who tell interesting stories through their beautiful music.”
Laurie says, “We don’t need to know opera to enjoy it. Most everyone is familiar with much of the music. The more one experiences opera, the more one learns about this wonderful art form.”
As Board President, Laurie is deeply concerned with fundraising. “In our current environment ticket sales only cover 45% of our costs. Raising money for the arts is very challenging, but individuals have always been our best supporters. They provide more than half of our donated income. Several companies will match their employees’ donations.” She encourages patrons to find out if their company matches donations. “It can double your gift!”
Laurie has made it her mission to educate the world about the unique experience that is Opera San José. “Everyone, especially local people, should be thrilled that we have this unique professional organization serving our area. Opera San José is one- of–a-kind. We are the only resident company in the United States. Our resident singers will leave us having learned and sung up to sixteen major roles and go on to sing actively all over the world.”
Thirty years after her first opera experience, Laurie now sees both casts when Opera San José performs, and will even see each cast more than once. High energy, commitment, and above all, a love of opera – this is Laurie Warner.
In addition to her board membership with Opera San José, Laurie and her husband, Mike, are actively involved with the San Jose Institute of Contemporary Art and San Jose Jazz, where Mike is chairman of the board.


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The author of Little Fires Everywhere on keeping our hope up as we shelter in place
April 10, 2020
We’re kicking off a new video series on The Margins that we’re calling AAWW at Home. As we continue to shelter in place, you’ll hear from writers we love on what they’re reading right now, mutual aid efforts and organizations they are supporting, and more.
Today, we open the series with Celeste Ng, the author of Everything I Never Told You and Little Fires Everywhere, which this spring was adapted into a TV series on Hulu. Celeste, a newly minted Guggenheim Fellow, talks about finding comfort and purpose in making things with her hands, how the Book Industry Charitable Foundation is supporting booksellers and independent bookstores in these difficult times, and the poets she turns to as guides. You can read a transcript of Celeste’s message below.
The following is a transcript of the video above:
Hey everybody. I’m Celeste Ng. I’m the author of the novels Everything I Never Told You and Little Fires Everywhere. And I’m speaking to you right now from my slightly messy office in Cambridge, MA, where I live, just a spare bedroom inside my house. But I’m at home, social distancing as so many of us are, and so I’m here with the Asian American Writers’ Workshop to talk to you about ways to get through it and to keep your hope up.
For me, I have been doing a lot of crafting and making things. There is something really comforting in a time when we can’t control what’s going on to make something with our hands. So I’ve been baking, I’m knitting a sweater, I’m teaching my son, I’m trying to focus on the small things that can get us through the day.
At the same time, I’m trying to think about ways that we can make a difference, and so for me that’s taken the form of supporting different organizations. One that I want to call your attention to is the Book Industry Charitable Foundation, BINC Foundation, which is an organization that raises money to support independent bookstores and booksellers in times of need. So that might be, if a bookseller is having a health crisis, or if a bookstore is having financial difficulties and needs a little bit of assistance. Right now, obviously, a lot of independent bookstores are struggling a lot, as are their employees. BINC is one of the organizations that if you’re able to support them in any way, I encourage you to take a look at them. If you yourself are an independent bookseller, please get in touch, and I know that they’ll do their very best to try and help you.
The other thing that I’ve been doing a lot to get myself through this time is turning to poetry. I’m reading a lot of old favorites, things like Mary Oliver, and Jane Hirshfield. New favorites like Ilya Kaminsky, and I want to read you a poem today that is not a new poem at all, but is one that speaks to me a lot in this time. Because, as a writer, I’m really struggling with figuring out, why am I writing? Why am I making up stories about people who don’t exist? Why am I tinkering with words when there are people out there who are doctors and nurses who are saving lives. And the fact is that I don’t know how to do that. I don’t have the skills that they have. But I’m hopeful that all of us, through our writing, can create something that will allow people to connect and remind us of what it is that we’re trying to save in the world.
So this is a poem by Muriel Rukeyser. It’s just called “Poem”
I lived in the first century of world wars.
Most mornings I would be more or less insane,
The newspapers would arrive with their careless stories,
The news would pour out of various devices
Interrupted by attempts to sell products to the unseen.
I would call my friends on other devices;
They would be more or less mad for similar reasons.
Slowly I would get to pen and paper,
Make my poems for others unseen and unborn.
In the day I would be reminded of those men and women,
Brave, setting up signals across vast distances,
Considering a nameless way of living, of almost unimagined values.
As the lights darkened, as the lights of night brightened,
We would try to imagine them, try to find each other,
To construct peace, to make love, to reconcile
Waking with sleeping, ourselves with each other,
Ourselves with ourselves. We would try by any means
To reach the limits of ourselves, to reach beyond ourselves,
To let go the means, to wake.
I lived in the first century of these wars.
I hope that you and yours stay safe, that you stay healthy. And I’ll see you on the other side of this.