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The Many Revolutions of Brad Pitt
The superstar with multiple Oscar nominations has everything: a brilliant career, a partner he wants to marry and, in "Moneyball," a seeming disaster he turned into a masterpiece. Still, Hollywood's producer-actor confesses to earlier bouts of depression and a relentless need to question just about everything (himself included): "This idea of perpetual happiness is crazy and overrated."
The idea of making a movie about math, as Pitt jokingly describes Moneyball, is one of them.
The project began its long journey five years ago, when Sony Pictures co-chairman Amy Pascal showed Pitt Michael Lewis' 2003 nonfiction book about baseball team GM Billy Beane and the statistics wunderkind who helped him transform the Oakland Athletics. At the time, writer Stan Chervin and director David Frankel (The Devil Wears Prada) were developing it with a decidedly comedic touch. Pitt looked at the screenplay, and at Beane himself, and wanted to go in a different direction: "I read the book, and this idea of second chances and how we sometimes let ourselves be rated too much by others -- we put so much emphasis on a paycheck or what a magazine says -- made me think, 'Oh my God, there's something much bigger here.' "
He offered to leave the film with Frankel, but the director graciously departed, allowing Pitt to develop the story as he saw fit. Not a baseball fan (though he says he loves sports, especially football and soccer), it was the nuances of Beane's character that intrigued him. And so, working with producers Michael De Luca and Rachael Horovitz, he brought on Steven Zaillian (Schindler's List) to script and asked his friend Steven Soderbergh (Ocean's Eleven) to direct.
Pitt comes alive recollecting the enthusiasm he felt at getting them all on board, literally rubbing his hands with glee, but after Soderbergh reworked Zaillian's screenplay, Sony had second thoughts. "We were supposed to leave on a Sunday to start shooting, and Steven handed it in on a Wednesday or Thursday, and the studio was not feeling good," says Pitt. "It's not that they didn't like the idea; they did not like the price" -- about $60 million.
What happened next has been amply recounted: how Pascal pulled the plug; how she gave Soderbergh and Pitt several days to shop the project; how everybody passed. "Nobody wanted to buy disgraced goods," he adds. "It was dead."
But Pitt refused to let it die, calling Pascal and urging her to stick with the movie. "There would be no Moneyball without him," says producer Scott Rudin. "He saved it single-handedly, and he deserves the credit for its existing at all."
Pitt now approached Miller, the relatively untested director who had made only one feature, 2005's Capote (along with the 1998 documentary The Cruise), and who flew from New York to meet him, sitting with the star in a modernist house on his compound, surrounded by tools and models and outlines for his architectural ventures.
Pitt was cautious, given that Miller had made nothing since Capote. "It's usually a warning sign when a director doesn't work for many years," he explains, "but it's because he's so choosy. The fact he had such an investment in the material -- which was apparent in our first meeting -- was a big green light for me."
Now he had to persuade the studio. "There was a lot of disagreement about where this should go," he admits.
With Aaron Sorkin brought in to rewrite while Zaillian moved on to The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, and with Rudin added as overseer, Pitt and Miller reworked every element during the following nine months.
"We talked a lot about documentarians and 1970s films and One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest -- and how the character in that movie is the same beast at the end. That was relevant, because some people involved wanted to have a big epiphany and change, which wasn't true to life."
The filmmakers resisted attempts to reduce Beane's journey to the "arc" of a conventional Hollywood script. "I had some sleepless nights," says Pitt. "It was not without its pressure."
His determination to buck tradition continued even when he began preparing to shoot the film, having long conversations with Beane and hanging out to talk ball with the players. It carried into the shoot, when Pitt backed Miller's decision to use long shots rather than close-ups, letting them play without quick-cutting, an "elegance" Pitt admires.
None of this was accidental; none of it would have been possible without Pitt's willingness to challenge authority. "I do have a kind of knee-jerk reaction to go the other way than I'm supposed to," he notes slyly.
The result is a best picture nomination, along with the one for Tree of Life, which Pitt also made through Plan B Entertainment, the companyhe runs with Dede Gardner. Together, they showPitt the producer and Pitt the star workingspectacularly in tandem, with a boldness and depth nobody could have imagined when he started acting some 25 years ago.
Says one friend, "He's fully matured into a man."


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Prime-Line Products has been supplying repair and replacement parts for windows and doors since 1978. This wood casement operator from Prime-Line features a 13-1/2", steel-constructed arm driven by a worm gear mechanism for smooth operation and long lasting use. The diecast metal housing boasts a bronze finish, and the Plastic guide button on the end of the arm protects against scratching and maintains gliding operation. This operator is a left-handed model (when viewed from the inside) and is designed for use on wood-framed windows as well as vinyl-framed.
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How to launch a new car: behind the scenes at the 3008 press reveal
Organising a car’s press launch is a detailed process that can take months of planning - as we found out at the Peugeot 3008 reveal
While an army of engineers has spent years putting the Peugeot 3008 through a meticulous development process, another team has been painstakingly working just as long planning how the new model will be launched to the press.
A major launch process comprises three key elements: the big reveal, a motor show debut and finally the test drive. The big day for Peugeot was 23 May, when journalists from 45 countries around the world were invited to Le Bourget in Paris to see the 3008 for the very first time.
We were among around 400 guests at the event, and every one was there to photograph the same car and steal a quick word with Maxime Picat, then Peugeot brand CEO. So as you can imagine, things got rather hectic...
The increasing importance of social media and the Internet also means everything you see and hear has to be reported on as soon as possible. Peugeot is fully aware of this, and had installed desks, computers and Wi-Fi hotspots around the venue to give journalists the access they needed.
When the covers are finally pulled off the 3008, a scrum of photographers descends on the car. Several minutes of flashbulbs going off like fireworks, video presenters fluffing their lines and raised voices ensue as every photographer looks for the perfect shot, before journalists are let to loose to poke around.
The obvious question here, then, is why show off a car that won’t be going on sale until January? For Peugeot it’s all about generating attention as early as possible and keeping people interested month after month.
This is why, six months after the 3008 was first revealed, Peugeot returned to Paris and to the motor show where the car was launched to the public for the first time. The Mondial de l’Automobile was chosen for a reason: firstly, Paris is Peugeot’s home and secondly the event attracts the largest footfall of any motor show on the calendar. With over one million visitors, there was no better platform than the Paris Motor Show for Peugeot to demonstrate the latest-generation i-Cockpit – one of the 3008’s key selling points.
Yet one of the most significant parts of the entire launch was just around the corner. Only nine days after the doors to the Paris Motor Show had opened, the first batch of journalists – those from Auto Express included – was being handed the keys to Peugeot’s most important new car of a generation.
The 3008 had won people over on its style and technology, but now it had to impress from behind the wheel. You could almost hear the sighs of relief in Paris when the reviews began to roll in, all unanimously declaring the new SUV a hit.
Peugeot 3008 Special
• New Peugeot 3008: in-depth guide to the new SUV
- • Peugeot CEO talks future plans and new 3008
- • From MPV to SUV: designing the new Peugeot 3008
- • Building the 3008: inside Peugeot's Sochaux plant
- • Peugeot 3008 safety: what makes a 5-star Euro NCAP car?
- • Peugeot i-Cockpit and the new tech of the 3008 explained
- • Peugeot Advanced Grip Control winter test
- • Behind the scenes at the 3008 press reveal
• Test of time: 3008 minutes in a Peugeot 3008• Peugeot 3008 DKR ready for 2017 Dakar rally• New Peugeot 5008 turns on the style
- 1IntroductionEverything you need to know about the new Peugeot 3008, its design, technology, testing, prices and specifications
- 2Peugeot CEO talks future plans and new 3008Peugeot’s boss Jean-Philippe Imparato reveals future plans why the 3008 will take the brand to the next level
- 3Designing the new Peugeot 3008We go back to the beginning of Peugeot's journey from bulky MPV to sharp SUV with the new 3008
- 4Building the 3008: inside Peugeot's Sochaux plant How did Peugeot's Sochaux factory gear up for the 3008 production run?
- 5Peugeot i-Cockpit and the new tech of the 3008A raft of advanced features sets the 3008 apart from other crossovers including the new i-Cockpit interior concept
- 6Advanced Grip Control: winter testing in the new 3008To put the 3008’s new Advanced Grip Control system to the test off-road, Peugeot headed to the frozen wastes of Sweden
- 7Peugeot 3008 safety: what makes a 5-star NCAP car?Crash tests are vital in developing a new car and a host of tech helped the 3008 gain a 5-star rating from Euro NCAP
- 8Behind the scenes at the 3008 press reveal - currently readingOrganising a car’s press launch is a detailed process that can take months of planning - as we found out at the Peugeot 3008 reveal


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From the Musashi Gold series comes this intricately hand crafted limited edition “Haru No Hana” (Spring Flower) Katana by master sword smith Shen Zhou. Hand forged using 1095 high carbon steel with over 1000 layers, this katana is a must-have for any serious collector or practitioner of the way of the samurai.
The blade has gone through clay tempered process and features a Notare style hamon. The polish on the blade is almost mirror like—you can actually see your own reflection. The handle is real ray skin that is wrapped battle style in black cotton cord. The maru-gata style brass tsuba features a detailed blossoming spring flowers design. The piano coating saya has integrated buffalo horn accent pieces to finish off this masterpiece. Each sword is individually numbered on the tang and comes with certificate of authenticity.
Award-winning master sword smith Shen Zhou is one of the top sword smiths in China. Coming from generations of master sword smiths dating back to 1885, Master Shen has over 27 years of experience and is known throughout the world. He has forged swords for top officials and celebrities alike, including Jet Li, Jack Ma, and President Xi Jinping.
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Having married the Christian princess (Saint) Ethelburga, Edwin, the pagan king of the English kingdom of Northumbria, began to consider becoming a Christian himself. As the king delayed a final decision about his religion, Pope Boniface V wrote to him, inviting him to accept “the medicine of salvation.” To encourage Queen Ethelburga in her efforts to convert her husband, the pope sent her as gifts a silver mirror and a comb for her hair. At length, Edwin was won over through the efforts of Ethelburga’s chaplain, (Saint) Paulinus of York. Edwin spent the six remaining years of his reign as a devout Catholic monarch who brought peace to his kingdom. In a letter to Edwin, Pope Honorius I praised the king’s newfound piety and zeal: “Your sincere Christian character, afire with ardent faith in the worship of your Creator, has shone out far and wide.” The subsequent slaying of Edwin in a military battle instigated by the irreligious Welsh king Cadwallon and the pagan English warrior Penda of Mercia led to Edwin being venerated as a martyr slaughtered for his Christian faith.
Cornelius whose feast day is September 16th. A Roman priest, Cornelius was elected Pope to succeed Fabian in an election delayed fourteen months by Decius' persecution of the Christians. The main ... continue readingMore Saint of the Day
In the fourth century appeared a Greek religious romance on the Loves of Cecilia and Valerian, written, like those of Chrysanthus and Daria, Julian and Basilissa, in glorification of the virginal life, and with the purpose of taking the place of the sensual romances of ... continue readingMore Female Saints
St. Michael the Archangel - Feast day - September 29th The name Michael signifies "Who is like to God?" and was the warcry of the good angels in the battle fought in heaven against satan and his followers. Holy Scripture describes St. Michael as "one of the chief ... continue reading
The name Gabriel means "man of God," or "God has shown himself mighty." It appears first in the prophesies of Daniel in the Old Testament. The angel announced to Daniel the prophecy of the seventy weeks. His name also occurs in the apocryphal book of Henoch. He was the ... continue reading
Pope from 1566-1572 and one of the foremost leaders of the Catholic Reformation. Born Antonio Ghislieri in Bosco, Italy, to a poor family, he labored as a shepherd until the age of fourteen and then ... continue reading
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God and his angels look down upon us; Christ, who looks on as we do battle in the contest of faith. What great dignity and glory are ours, what happiness to struggle in the presence of God and to be crowned by Christ our judge. Let us be armed with a great ... continue readingMore Christian Saints & Heroes

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Havells India Limited, India's leading Fast Moving Electrical Goods (FMEG) company today showcased its new range of fans, due for launch in the summer of 2019. Havells is known for its technologically advanced products with appealing aesthetics. The company has been responsive to the needs & aspirations of the discerning customers, backed by its strong R&D team and thus have always delighted the customer with its innovative and Stylish product range.
Havells entered the fan business in 2003 and since then, has never looked back. In these 15 years the organization has established itself as a clear leader in the premium segment and have been the first in ushering many innovations in the industry like the - fans in electroplated finish, energy saving fans, Bluetooth fans and more recently its much-admired low noise variant - Stealth Air fans.
Continuing with the tradition of offering best of the class products to the consumers, Havells has developed a series of smart, durable and technologically advanced fans which comes with Havells trademark of good looks and high style quotient for the summer of 2019. The products would be offered under two categories:
1. State-of the-Art technology range 2. State-of-the-Style range
1) State-of the-Art Technology:
a) Enticer Smart- A first of its kind, IOT based 'Smart Fan' that would be launched in two versions. The base version wherein a retro-fit module will be introduced in the highest selling decorative model (Enticer) and would be named as 'Enticer Smart'.
Controlled with a remote, mobile app and Wi-Fi connectivity, the fan would adjust its speed based on temperature and humidity in the room. The fan would also come with new auto function modes like Sleep & Breeze. Enticer Smart fans would be fully compatible with 'Alexa' & 'Google Home' connectivity applications, for the ease of usage.
b) Stealth Cruise: Stealth Cruise is India's highest air delivery ceiling fan which comes with specially designed Aero foil blades to provide highest air delivery (320 cmm) with low-noise operation (only 55 Db). The fan's higher lift-angle gives better air spread covering every corner of the room. The seamless, contemporary aesthetics with UV metallized decorative trim of the fan makes it very appealing & suitable for modern homes. The blades of the fan are coated with special PU paint with dust-resistant coating, which makes it easy to clean.
c) Trinity: Trinity is the first ceiling fan with 'invisible' shanks and comes in two models i.e. 1200 mm Trinity and Trinity underlight. The 1200 mm Trinity fan is specially designed with modular motor with ABS housings so that blades shanks & it's hardware are not visible. A twist angle has been provided in blade which ensures premium aesthetics & silent operation of the fan. This invisible shank model would be the first of its kind to hit the Indian market.
Whereas, the Under light version of Trinity model is provided with Edge LED technology for sleek design & smooth light in three options- warm, cool & neutral light with dimming option. This fan is provided with fully functional remote & will be available in 3 shades - pearl white, metallic black & dusk
2) State-of-the-Style range includes:
The Company has always been on the forefront of launching products that match the changing preferences and aesthetic requirements of its customers. The following models would stand testimony to the above
a) Aindrila: Most of the style and innovation has hitherto been seen only in the ceiling fans market. Havells has been the first to introduce innovation in pedestal fans by introducing India's first Pedestal fan with LED light display along with a remote. The square guard is another new concept to be seen by the Indian market and would be a trend-setter in the coming years.
b) Enticer Art Hues - Gold and Silver: This "inlay design" fan is a real eye turner, ideal for consumers who have penchant for stylish interiors. For the first time in the history, Havells has used 'foiling' design in the plastic parts and the unique dust-phobic paint finish ensures less dust accumulation & ease of cleaning.
Showcasing the new range, Mr. Saurabh Goel, President, Havells India Limited said, "Havells has always been at the forefront of using technology and our new range of intelligent and stylish fans are a testimony to this credo. This range of fans for the summer of 2019, will not only provide greater comfort but is set to revolutionise the fan industry yet again. We thank our customers who have always supported us in accepting new concepts and styles that we have pioneered in the fans industry and it is their love that has placed us on the highest 'pedestal' in the premium fans category". Over the years, Havells has transformed the Fan industry, with many "firsts" to its credit.
Havells was the first company to:
1. Launch electroplated fans
2. India's first 5Star energy efficient fan
3. Introduce decorative fans with metallic colours (akin to the auto industry)
4. Introduce the IMD (In Mould design) concept in fans
5. Launch the most silent fan in India - Stealth Air with Db of 53 at the maximum speed.
6. Launch the 8-blade fan with an extremely high air delivery
7. India's Most Energy Efficient 26W ceiling fan in BLDC and 40W in Induction motor
The success of Havells' fans business is a testimony to the robustness of its business model. Havells has a wide and exciting range of fans that is meticulously crafted and diligently manufactured at its Haridwar plant in Uttarakhand covering all segments viz:
- Ceiling Fans
- Table fans
- Wall fans
- Pedestal fans
- Ventilating fans
- Metallic Exhaust Fans
- Heavy Duty Exhaust Fans
- Air Circulators
- Personal Fans
Spread over an area of 35,004 sq mtrs, the state-of-the-art manufacturing facility at Haridwar is the largest integrated fan production unit in India with a capacity of more than 7 million fans annually. This is one of the most automated fan manufacturing facility and employs globally acclaimed and sophisticated technology like automatic CNC machines for motor winding and end-cover machining, advanced conveyor-based assembly lines, fully automated fans testing facility, automatic paint-application bells, and air delivery chambers. These features not only ensure premium product quality, durability and aesthetics but have also given Havells a competitive edge in the Indian fan market.
Further, every critical component is manufactured and assembled in-house and that gives Havells tighter grip over the quality of inputs. Each fan undergoes more than 20 tests during the production and over 25 tests once the final product is made. These stringent quality measures combined with unique door step service makes the customer experience a memorable one.
Shares of HAVELLS INDIA LTD. was last trading in BSE at Rs.672 as compared to the previous close of Rs. 664.45. The total number of shares traded during the day was 76460 in over 1778 trades.
The stock hit an intraday high of Rs. 677 and intraday low of 666.5. The net turnover during the day was Rs. 51424419.


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Toxic Workplaces are commonly defined as when the nature of the work, the people and the resulting environment (or any combination of those) cause serious harm to an employee’s mental and physical wellbeing. To speak more plainly – it could be the pressure imposed by an employer to meet unreasonable targets outside of your job profile, a calculated unfair dismissal or abusive behaviour – to name a few.
‘1 in 5 Australian’s have taken time off work in the past twelve months because they felt stressed, anxious, depressed or mentally unhealthy,’ revealed a study by BeyondBlue and HeadsUp, Australia – This statistic doubles among those who consider their workplace mentally unhealthy. However alarming these figures may seem, Employees are unlikely to seek emotional support due to the fear of being stigmatised which could impact their career progression and performance. This lack of psychological safety means people are hesitant to speak up or seek help which can lead to overwhelming feelings of isolation.
For every dollar earned in a toxic workplace, you lose double in healthcare costs. Whether you’re buying aspirin, taking unpaid leave to distance yourself from the abuse or accruing medical appointments for various ailments, the financial costs associated with workplace abuse result in rapid loss which extends beyond the fiscal.
Trauma lives in the body. Verbal assault, calculated retaliation, intimidation and mobbing are traumatising when compounded over prolonged periods. This abuse directly results in reduced wellbeing. If unaddressed, situational conditions such as headaches, stomach pains, sleep deprivation and feelings of depression risk becoming chronic life-long conditions. Repeated abuse often heightens insecurity about your competence and character and in extreme cases make you question your perceived reality. Seeking support early is essential to reducing the psychological and physiological impacts of toxicity.
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This injustice deserves compensation whether that be through claims, financial remuneration or formal apologies.
However, targets of workplace abuse may have trouble recalling events and the key information necessary to provide a strong case. You may find yourself endlessly replaying the events trying to make sense of the senseless. However without clear guidance you could risk inadvertently reliving these traumatic events and prolong the suffering.
And what happens when the paperwork is complete and your claim is filed? Although there is justice in the company acknowledging their wrongdoings, often individuals face unresolved emotional repercussions from the toxic workplace that need to be addressed for a successful recovery.
Targets of workplace misconduct often feel as though their identity has been fractured and that they have lost part of themselves in the battle. It’s common to question your self-worth and feel as though you may not return to the person you were before the toxicity. Much like any loss, it is important to seek adequate care for this grieving process. For this reason, we recommend accompanying your compensation claims with emotional support to validate your experience and facilitate a holistic approach to healing.
Such toxic environments often extend beyond career consequences and health risks, having adverse effects on all areas of your life – your relationships with family and friends, lifestyle choices, sleep quality, thought process, creative flow and confidence to name a few.
If you feel as though you’re stuck in the toxicity even after you’ve left or find yourself thinking that the situation is just as bad everywhere, know that you can recover and live in a brighter future.
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It’s true to say that many companies would rather blame the individual than admit to a systemic issue.
Those who have experienced abuse may inadvertently adopt this abusive behaviour to fit into a deeply embedded culture, displaying abusive behaviour towards their subordinates in an attempt to gain social acceptance and rewards. These behaviours may be subliminally encouraged through implicit or explicit rewards which creates a vicious cycle of bullying, discrimination and abuse that persists across generations.
If you have experienced abuse you may feel compelled to remain at the workplace to save someone else from enduring the same suffering or want to share your story in the hope that it will help someone else in need. This willingness to help others is at the heart of everything we do.
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2PM member Nichkhun and f(x)s Victoria will appear together on an upcoming episode of MBCs Radio Star.
The most recent filming of MBCs Radio Star was a My Second Hometown Special. The two idols already appeared on MBCs We Got Married and were dubbed Khuntoria and really meshed well with one another. Interest is high for this episode with the news that the two will be appearing together.
During the recording, Victoria revealed the part of the chicken that she likes the best and Nickhun imitated Yoo Sae Yoons monkey pose.
Besides the two idols, DJRadio Personality Robert Holley will also appear on the show. The broadcast featuring the three will air on July 11th at 11:15PM KST.
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The upcoming episode of "Radio Star" is for sure happening as a must-see! It"s been showed that f(x)"s Victoria, Lee Min Ho (1993-er), up and coming actress Kim Hee Jung and clothier Hwang Jae Geun might be guests!
The broadcast"s representative told Ilgan Sports, "Victoria, Lee Min Ho, Kim Hee Jung and Hwang Jae Geun took phase in filming these days (October 7 KST) and they"re making plans to blow their own horns their wit and skillful talking."
The not unusual thing between those 4 visitors is "king". Why, may you ask? It"s lovely random, yet Victoria has the similar call as a former British queen, Lee Min Ho has incessantly played a king onscreen, Kim Hee Jung recently played a princess in a drama, and Hwang Jae Geun graduated from RCA: Royal Faculty of Art.
Their episode is determined to air in the midst of October!
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f(x)s Victoria revealed that her dream is to open a bakery.
On the July 11th broadcast of MBCs Radio Star, guest Victoria stated, Starting a bakery is my ultimate dream. It will be different from other bakeries.
I would like a bakery with a coffee shop, a restaurant, and a buffet all in one, she continued. I would serve Korean food, Chinese food, and more so that whoever drops in can enjoy their meal.
When asked about the groups profits, Victoria looked a bit upset as she said, I save it all in a bank here in Korea, because of the exchange rates
Meanwhile, this episode of Radio Star was a Second Home episode starring 2PMs Nichkhun, f(x)s Victoria, and TV personality Robert Holley.
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f(x) leader Victoria shared her unique and shocking love for quirky and exotic foods.
On the July 11th episode of MBCs Radio Star, Victoria began, I like Korean dwenjang (soybean paste) soup as well as CheongGukJang (often nicknamed dead body soup for its odor).
I even eat pig intestines and hongeo (fermented skate), she said, shocking the MCs.
2PMs Nichkhun who was another guest on the show, however, had a bit of a weaker stomach. I cant eat things like CheongGukJang and pig intestines, he said.
Robert Holley, a Westerner who well-adapted himself to Korean culture long ago was able to relate with Victoria. Fermented Skate is delicious when wrapped, he said. The smell isnt great, but it cures your cold right away.
Victoria was then asked if she also eats chicken feet, and she gave yet another shocking response. I actually love chicken brains, she said. Theres not much quantity, but it tastes like delectable tofu. I also like fish eyes and cow tongue.
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--> Super Junior′s Choi Siwon will say his ultimate farewell sooner than heading to the military thru MBC′s Radio Star.
The November 18 broadcast of MBC′s Radio Star will feature an ′I′m sorry′ special. Kim Sang Hyuk, Mina, Lee Sang Hoon and Lee Min Woong are set to look at the show, where Lee Sang Hoon reportedly called Choi Siwon throughout the recording.
Lee Sang Hoon, who made a cameo appearance on MBC′s She used to be Pretty, is with regards to Choi Siwon or even garnered hobby for bearing a striking resemblance to the tremendous Junior member.
Many are occupied with Choi Siwon′s reaction to Lee Sang Hoon′s telephone call. Choi Siwon replied the call without hesitation, in spite of it being an early morning recording, and stated his last farewell to audience forward of his enlistment on November 19.
The ′I′m sorry′ special of Radio Star will air on November 18 at 11:10 p.m. KST.
Singer Kim So Jung gave the impression at the fresh episode of “Radio Star” and stunned each person with her awesome imitation skills.
During the show, the singer says, “My firm told me that since i'm a solo artist I wish to understand how to do everything.”
Then she presentations off some of her talents which come with famous person imitations. She starts by way of imitating actress Jeon Do Yeon, then HyunA.
She finishes off with Jessi, whilst doing the rapper’s signature hand motions. The others in finding it somewhat hilarious and amazing that she can catch the stars’ key points.
Watch the hilarious clip here!
Later, after this episode of “Radio Star” aired, Kim So Jung posted on her Twitter, saying, “To Jessi, HyunA, and Jeon do Yeon, I’m sorry.”
On the “Genius Men and Women” episode of MBC‘s “Radio Star,” Roy Kim displays the genuine reason why he pursued music.
Roy Kim hilariously admits, “I studied tune in school and used to be in a band in order that I may just select up women. I went to an all-boys heart school, so i used to be truly enthusiastic about girls. It wasn’t that I sought after a girlfriend, I just needed women.”
Kim Kook Jin then replies, “Women make geniuses,” implying that girls can serve as motivation for men to turn into geniuses. His witty comment ended in everybody laughing.
Meanwhile, this episode of “Radio Star” also featured Kim So Jung, Shin Ah Young, and Jo Seung Yeon.
The episode of “Radio Star” aired on October 21.
Before Seulgi debuted with Red Velvet, she garnered hobby because there were reports going out that she used to be "Kyuhyun"s girl." Although the rumors were cleared up by way of Kyuhyun himself, it"s not easy to disclaim their chemistry when she seemed on MBC"s "Radio Star" on September 30 for their monolid special.
Kim Gu Ra jokingly presented her with, "Kyuhyun"s non-celebrity lady has turn out to be a celebrity." Reportedly, she has the vocal skills of Taeyeon and the dancing talents of Hyoyeon. Regarding her monolid look, Kim Gu Ra said, "Seeing her now, she provides off the sensation of former Wonder Girls" Sohee."
MC Kyuhyun said, "The individual that suits my taste. She"s in spite of everything here. I"ll see you later, Seulgi," then instantly were given embarrassed, so Kim Gu Ra said, "He"s doing this for no reason why when there"s not anything between the two of them," then added, "I got a telephone call from Heechul. He asked me to delight deal with Seulgi. He told me Seulgi doesn"t even pay any attention to Kyuhyun," making all and sundry laugh.
Seulgi addressed the reports of her being Kyuhyun"s woman got here out, "I changed into practicing when my trainee pals came and acknowledged I"ve arise at the real-time searches. I stayed to get started with position without falling. I saw that each one day." Kyuhyun said, "I"ve dug up a star."
Kim Gu Ra also discovered out that Seulgi was a "motae solo (someone who"s never dated)" and asked about her ideal type. She said, "When I see a drama or movie, I fall for the character. Recently, I fell for Jo Jung Suk in "Oh My Ghost.""
Kim Gu Ra asked what she considered Kyuhyun as a man, and she replied, "I never thought-about Kyuhyun. But he has an affectionate and excellent personality, no? I don"t like men with double eyelids."
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--> Park Kyung Lim, Jin Yi Han, Red Velvet′s Seul Gi and grey might be acting on Radio Star.
According to a rep from MBC′s Radio Star on September 23, entertainer Park Kyung Lim, actor Jin Yi Han, Red Velvet′s Seul Gi and grey will be filming today.
The episode will be focused on celebrities without double eyelids and their entertaining conversations.
This is Park Kyung Lim′s first time appearing on Radio Star. enthusiasts also are excited to peer Seul Gi, whom MC Kyuhyun in the past chose as his ideal type, at the show.
The episode will air on September 30.
On the September 9th episode of MBC"s "Radio Star," Stephanie gave the impression and gave a ballet demonstration which amazed the those who witnessed it personally.
Stephanie was once assisted by way of Super Junior"s Kyuhyun whilst she changed into showcasing her ballet skills. Stephanie showed off her attractive and beautiful body, and a few ballet routines.
In 2008, Stephanie had to halt her activities as she had critical back harm and traveled to US to go through rehabilitation which lasted for 2 years.
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Convivium is the Latin word for “feast”. It is the idea of coming together in celebration around food. The mission of Convivium Urban Farmstead is to create community around food – growing, preparing, preserving and, of course, enjoying food.
What We Do
Convivium believes in protecting the community and environment. By utilizing our gifts and resources we all can make a significant positive impact on the lives of our neighbors.
We accomplish this goal in a variety of unique and engaging ways:
Poverty and food insecurity is an everyday reality for many North End residents. Over 30% of North End residents live below the poverty line and between 25% and 50% of households receive Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits (food stamps).
Convivium offers classes in three main areas: cooking, gardening and woodworking for both kids and adults. We aim to make these accessible and affordable to all income levels. Our class mix is varied, but a common thread is that we seek to teach skills, techniques and knowledge of the “old way” of doing things before they are lost forever to modernity.
Our restaurant features a from-scratch menu that highlights the fresh produce we grow ourselves in our neighbor’s backyards. All proceed from the restaurant help support our classes and other non-profit programming.
Creating Community Around Food
To us, creating community around food also means providing access and education about healthy food choices to children and others who are struggling with food access and the adverse health effects of eating a diet of highly processed food.
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Four weeks into the oil price collapse, US President Donald Trump has hinted at an imminent production cut among OPEC+ members, but we remain skeptical much will change before later this spring. In our opinion, we have yet to see the full extent of the ramifications of this macro shock on the global economy, financial markets and geopolitics. In the short term, downside risks apply to oil prices and emerging market (EM) bonds.
Notably, this is an unprecedented oil price shock with virtually no beneficiaries. Movements in the oil price typically generate a wealth transfer from producers to consumers or vice versa and are relatively speaking macroeconomically balanced from a global perspective. However, in this instance, the collapse in producer revenue is not matched by consumer gains as the public health measures restrict an increase in (or simply maintenance of) consumption. We forecast a record-breaking oversupply in Q2-Q3 of this year, and that includes relatively optimistic assumptions around the gradual lifting of lockdowns by early May (Figure 1). The rapid dissolution of this oversupply by spring 2021 assumes that as demand recovery sets in, supply cuts become accelerated.
Supply cuts will not only require intergovernmental agreement between oil producing governments but also US shale production declining substantially. During the oil downturn of 2015, it took 18 months for US production to decline by just one million barrels a day, but oil prices averaged US$45-50 during that period. The current price decline is greater and while US shale has improved its cost curve, the median producer’s break-even price is still near US$50. Above all, US shale production is also a function of US financial conditions, which remain tight despite massive policy support. A second crisis within a half-decade period will make it harder for credit spreads to normalize and for marginal producers to maintain production. Industry experts also expect a wave of consolidation across US shale. All in all, US production should come down gradually but meaningfully on account of these factors.
This will add an additional constraint on US growth as oil capex is closely tied to US manufacturing. The latter is likely to therefore undergo less of a V-shaped recovery compared with China and Europe’s manufacturing sector. Politically, this will be problematic for the re-election campaign of the president given that the swing states are disproportionately reliant on manufacturing (Wisconsin and Michigan rank No. 2 and No. 4, respectively, for highest share of manufacturing jobs as share of total employment, and Pennsylvania ranks No. 5 in terms of nominal manufacturing jobs) and represent the president’s electoral base.
Considering a very competitive US presidential election and a fragile economy, President Trump could be tempted to divert attention from domestic policy failures. At the same time, Iran has been undergoing severe economic and social distress, with real GDP shrinking close to 10% in 2019 and oil exports at an all-time low of roughly 500,000 barrels a day (about 25% of pre-Trump sanctions levels). This dynamic had already been leading to increased confrontation, including the US assassination of Qassem Soleimani, the most senior Iranian military leader. Together with the botched response of shooting down a civilian airliner, COVID-19 has also dramatically escalated public animosity toward the regime. Following mass protests in late 2019, turnout in February’s parliamentary elections was at an all-time low. Worse, the virus originated in Qom (the capital of the regime’s ruling clerics) and transmitted widely among government officials, thus exposing the regime’s core base to allegations of public health mismanagement. All of this creates an enormous incentive to seek another round of confrontation with the United States (the US) given that the status quo is untenable for Tehran.
In this context, it does not help that other oil producers in the region will be unable to cope with oil prices sustaining at the current levels. Some are likely to experience severe unrest, including Iraq and certain North African countries. In light of the oversupply, there is little market risk from supply shortages, but Figure 2 illustrates that geopolitical events do correlate with major turning points in oil prices. Any large-scale violence or a renewed refugee crisis could be problematic as they could affect neighboring emerging markets or influence general risk appetite.
Sovereign Wealth and EM Funding
One certainty in the era of even lower oil prices is higher funding needs for all oil producers, including those with higher break-even fiscal profiles as well as large sovereign wealth funds (SWF). A common mistake is that SWFs are assumed to be major drivers of equity sell-offs, but in our previous research we could not find a single year where SWF net equity sales even reached 0.1% of global market capitalization. Even as SWFs will continue to fulfil their role as fiscal stabilizers, the macro effect of the depletion of their assets is negligible, though certain financial service providers may feel the drop in demand.
More importantly, there will remain a major funding gap for most oil sovereigns, including Gulf Cooperation Council members. These states will need to rely on global bond markets to fund their fiscal budgets, so a simultaneous rush of higher borrowing could continue to push up borrowing costs. In particular, given the large borrowing plans in the US, Europe and China, EM sovereigns will need to compete even harder than in 2015-2016 when high-grade sovereign paper was in short supply. Figure 3 illustrates the recent spike in EM spreads, and notably, roughly a third of the Emerging Markets Bond Global Index (EMBIG) is constituted by oil producers. Hence, their exposure to geopolitical tensions is likely to be more sensitive in 2020-2021 and will greatly affect their ability to provide fiscal support to their slowing economies.
The COVID-19 crisis has disrupted the supply-demand equilibrium in oil markets, which will not be restored until there is clarity on demand recovery. In the meantime, oil prices are likely to gyrate with disproportionate downside risks in the near term. That said, oil should experience a sharp rebound in the second half of 2020 with prices settling at about 25% lower than their pre-crisis levels by year-end.
SWF asset disposal is not market-relevant, but high borrowing needs should help keep yields up across oil producing EM borrowers. This could be exacerbated by a probable return of conventional geopolitical risks in the aftermath of the COVID-19 crisis, with repeated bouts of flight to safety and sustained dollar strength. However, the US election later this year holds the potential to be the catalyst to upend that trend.

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There are lots of methods and techniques to learn when cooking. Some methods are complex while others are quite simple. This article is jam-packed with information that will be helpful to even the most experienced of cooks.
Prepare as much of your recipe as you can ahead of time. Before you start making your food, it is a good thing to have everything prepared. Having a deadline for an important meal or event can become quite stressful when you are starting from scratch. Try and prepare your ingredients ahead of time to avoid unnecessary stress.
You should bake crusts for a longer period of time than you think. The crust should turn a golden color, not simple blonde. This deeper color is evidence that the sugar has caramelized in the crust for added sweetness.
Add oil to the pan’s sides when cooking. Adding oil in this way allows the oil to heat before it reaches the food in the center of the pan. Hot oil adds more flavor to the food, giving you the tastiest results when you’re finished.
Try this quick and handy trick to salvage your efforts. Combine two tablespoons of water and one tablespoon of cornstarch in a bowl and mix. Use this solution to instantly thicken any sauce. Adding the cornstarch mixture slowly and continuing to stir helps you judge the proper thickness of your sauce.
If you wish to have crispy French fries, then you should soak the potatoes in cool water for 30 minutes and then fry them. Letting sliced potatoes soak up additional cold fluids reinforces the fibers in the vegetable, so that when you deep fry them, they can better withstand the heat without breaking down completely.
Garlic may be a tasty addition to your meals, but the smell that stays on your hands is a bit of a downside. To remove the lingering odor after working with these ingredients, thoroughly rub your hands on something made from stainless steel, such as the inside of your sink or the handle of a butter knife. This will clean your hands and keep the smells from permeating whatever food you are handling next.
To eat healthier and get rid of unwanted weight, it is important to use less oil when you cook. Adding unnecessary butter, oil and lard can increase your intake of fat. Instead, opt for nonstick cooking spray.
You should always buy recipe ingredients after you have thoroughly looked at the labels. Cooking staples can be full of not-so-nice things that can spoil your health. It is a good idea to verify that ingredients not contain high levels of sugar or sodium. Over-consumption of these can create health issues.
Don’t use bitter, sour, or tasteless wine in your recipes. If you use a wine that you are not familiar with or do not enjoy, you are risking culinary disaster when it comes to the flavor of your food. If you want a safe bet, most liquor stores carry cooking wines.
Any time you are faced with a large amount of leftover turkey, don’t be tempted to throw it in the garbage. This is a meal that will freeze really well so you can enjoy it again later. Turkey can be used later for many delicious casseroles and salads, since it can last in a freezer for long periods of time.
Prior to cooking ground meat, you should take the time to blot it. You should always blot up extra moisture before cooking ground meat. If your meat is too moist, then it can affect how it cooks. It will start to sizzle away. The meat is likely to steam, rather than sear as it is supposed to.
When boiling pasta, salt the cooking water generously. This will allow the pasta to take on the seasoning more efficiently. This is much more effective than trying to add salt to pasta that you have already cooked.
Making a wonderful meal need not be a tangled web of recipes and complicated techniques. Sticking to simple and easy recipes is the best way to ensure that you will have a tasty, healthy meal in a short amount of time. These tips can help you move toward understanding cooking and make food taste wonderful.


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Do you have varicose veins and poor circulation? Circulex is a 100% natural synergistic herbal combination that greatly corrects and improves various circulatory problems as well as help improve overall leg health. It is also used in Herbal Medicine to help treat chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) and associated symptoms such as pain, heavy legs, leg cramps, tingling, swelling and varicose veins.
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PROPERTIES OF THE INGREDIENTS
Horse Chestnut: For treatment of complaints linked to chronic venous insufficiency such as heaviness in legs, leg pain, nocturnal cramps and swelling.
Grape seed extract :Because of its wealth in anthocyanidins, this herb slows down vein tissue deterioration. Also, its high levels of procyanidol gives this herb significant vascular protecting properties. In France, red vine is used when treating hypertension.
Butcher's broom: This herb is recognized as the most powerful natural vasoconstrictor. Its tonic effect on the venal system brings rapid relief from ailments linked to circulatory disorders such as the "heavy leg feeling". Anti-hemorrhoid, anti-inflammatory and anti-oedematose, Butcher's Broom improves and corrects venal deficiencies as well as its multiple consequences.
- Helps treat and reduce varicose veins.
- Relieves symptoms of venous insufficiency such as: heavy legs, cramps, pain, swelling and tingling.
- Improves circulation.
- Helps tone the veins and capillaries.
- Aids in attaining capillary and vein health
- Varicose veins
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Consult a health care practitioner if symptoms persist or worsen.
Known adverse reaction: Some people may experience headaches, dizziness, gastric irritation, or itchiness.
Adults: Take 2 to 3 capsules daily with meals.
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The Rolls Royce Phantom was the first car to be developed by Rolls under the leadership of BMW and it’s been one of the leaders in the world of luxury cars ever since. Next year, the ultra luxurious limousine will be introduced in a new iteration which promises to be innovative and even more luxurious.
In terms of overall shape, this new Phantom doesn’t seem very different, if any different at all, than the previous car. Though, that would make sense, as Rolls has always been about subtle, evolutionary styling.
We can see that it seems to have new headlights, though. The headlights are partially covered by camo, but we can see that the actual light design seems to be different and will almost certainly be fully LED.
The basis is a new aluminum spaceframe architecture, which Rolls-Royce will later also use for the Cullinan SUV.
In addition to the “entry-level version”, which is around 5.85 meters long, there will also be a 6-meter-long Rolls-Royce Phantom EWB with extended wheelbase. The long version offers still lavish space conditions in the rear and is thus even better for customers being driven around.
The new generation of the Rolls-Royce Phantom is powered by a specially tuned V12 twin turbocharger with a displacement of 6.6 liters, which means that the times of the previous generation’s engine are over. The supercharged twelve-cylinder engine promises even more power at low engine speeds, but also offers a significantly higher peak output of more than 600 hp which translates the superiority of the phantom into a consistent driving performance.
Despite its unveil this year, the Phantom is introduced internationally as a 2018 model.


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How many times have you heard the old saw, show don’t tell? The Old Soldier gets a flash fiction story in by email every day from an online magazine; and I occasionally get a submission at the Gazette. I see a common mistake in these stories, some written by writers who should know better.
Because flash fiction is so short, writers have a tendency to summarize. Summary speeds up time. Well written flash fiction should slow down time. How do you slow down time? You write in scenes. Now since flash fiction is so short, usually one scene will do.
Give your story a quick setup and then get into the action. The action should make up the majority of the story even if it’s only 300 words long.
You don’t believe it can be done? Just go to the sidebar on the right and scroll down to Great American Flash Fiction Stories To Read.
You’ll find dozens of very short stories that are excellent examples of writing in scene, of show don’t tell.
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It is with sad hearts that we extend our condolences to the family of Sr Katica Sabo. May our wonderful God give you strength and peace during this time of sorrow.
May the hope of being together again with your loved ones keep your hearts alive and looking forward to that great reunion where there will be no more parting, where we will live with our Saviour for ever. What a day that will be!
“And I saw a new heaven and a new earth: for the first heaven and the first earth were passed away; and there was no more sea. And I John saw the holy city, new Jerusalem, coming down from God out of heaven, prepared as a bride adorned for her husband. And I heard a great voice out of heaven saying, Behold, the tabernacle of God is with men, and he will dwell with them, and they shall be his people, and God himself shall be with them, and be their God.
And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away. And he that sat upon the throne said, Behold, I make all things new. And he said unto me, Write: for these words are true and faithful. And he said unto me, It is done. I am Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end. I will give unto him that is athirst of the fountain of the water of life freely.
He that overcometh shall inherit all things; and I will be his God, and he shall be my son.”
In Memory of Katica Sabo
Proverbs 31:10, 27-28
Our mum was born on 7 January 1929 in the small village of Vajska, former Yugoslavia. We could picture her playing with her brothers and sister, running to school, helping her parents at home and on the farm. Mum would tell us how they spent the long winter evenings doing various handcrafts such as weaving, knitting and making baskets.
Our parents were married in 1953. Dad travelled for work quite a lot, and Mum was always busy around the house. She loved her garden and enjoyed cooking. We looked forward to coming home from school to a nice warm meal. Mum would always make sure we did our best at school and at home.
As we grew older Mum and Dad were thinking of the future, both for themselves and their children, and in 1970 our family migrated to Australia. Mum and Dad secured employment soon after arriving, with Mum finding a job at a clothing manufacturer where she worked for approximately 15 years.
Mum was a God-fearing woman, and upon our arrival to Australia we were all given a Bible, which she loved to read every day of her life. Mum gave her heart fully to the Lord, and in December 1984 she was baptised into the SDA Reform Movement, where she loved and enjoyed attending church. Her life was one of service and self-sacrifice. Although she was quiet by nature, her influence was powerful.
Mum and Dad shared happy times and sad times. They both loved their grandchildren and great-grandchildren and would look forward to their visits. Mum would always have some special treats, such as honey cookies, cabbage rolls or some other family favourite.
Both Mum and Dad generally enjoyed good health, but following a stroke about 7 years ago, Dad was hospitalised and moved to Kings Langley SDA nursing home, where he could receive the high level of care that he needed. Mum remained in the family home for some years; however, as time went on and her health gradually declined, the home was sold, and she moved to Kings Langley also. Here Mum and Dad shared the last few years together, enjoying family visits, outings, and the company of Dad’s sister Ilonka. We are tremendously grateful to the church friends who also visited and encouraged Mum and Dad during their time at Kings Langley. When Dad passed away, Mum spent even more time reading her Bible and looked forward to the better land where there would be no more parting.
On Friday evening 13 April 2018, Mum felt unwell and was taken to Blacktown Hospital. The family were advised that Mum had suffered a heart attack and did not have much time left. On Saturday morning she peacefully closed her eyes and is resting in the loving care of our heavenly Father. We will miss her greatly and will never forget her love and care for each one of us. We look forward to meeting her again on that great resurrection morning.
By Margaret Ciric and Ethel Stoyko
A Tribute to My Mother
By Margaret Ciric
What can compare
To the love of a mother
Whether tired or scared,
But always prepared
To love and understand.
I will miss you Mother,
Like no other
That walks on this earth,
Is what you are worth
I’ll treasure your love,
And all you have done,
To make our life better,
And provide, no matter
The cost to yourself.
Farewell! Farewell dear Mum
Just for a little time;
Thank you for your prayers
While climbing life’s stairs.
See you in the morning
On Christ’s returning
Love you always, Margaret.


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Title: Research Ethics in Context
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The focus of this Major Work is unequivocally cross-disciplinary: the three-volume collection contains landmark papers which explore ethics issues in context. Editor(s): Scott-Jones, Julie. Series: Fundamentals of Applied Research. Num Pages: 1008 pages. BIC Classification: GPS; HPQ. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 234 x 156. . . 2016. Three-Volume Set. Hardcover. . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland. Bookseller Inventory # V9781446282861
Synopsis: The focus of this Major Work is unequivocally cross-disciplinary: the three-volume collection contains landmark papers which explore ethics issues in context across all research that involves human subjects, taking a look at aspects such as consent, sensitivity, protection from harm, and data protection. Crucially, a cross-disciplinary approach enables scholars to learn from the best (and worst) practice of others, and helps to cultivate understanding of how many of today's ethical codes of practice emerged in response to the unethical practice of individuals within a range of disciplines. The literature is arranged thematically by volume, introduced by the editor's introduction which provides the context and rationale behind the selection of papers. Volume One: Historical and Legal Frameworks Volume Two: Classic Case Studies Volume Three: Core Ethical Concepts
About the Author: Dr Julie Scott Jones is the Associate Head of the Department of Sociology at Manchester Metropolitan University and the Director of the MMU Q-Step Centre, which received GBP1.15 million in funding from the Nuffield Foundation-ESRC-HEFCE. She joined Manchester Metropolitan University in 2003 and since 2009 has been the Head of Ethics for the Faculty of Humanities, Languages and Social Science. Julie is the author of 'Being the Chosen; exploring a Christian Fundamentalist Worldview' (2010) and co-author of 'Ethnography in Social Science Practice' (2010). More recently, she has co-authored a number of journal articles on the pedagogy of quantitative methods teaching, based on her current research based in this field. She is currently teaches on both undergraduate and postgraduate research methods modules, with a particular interest in ethics, reflexivity, and quantitative data analysis.
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We all know that walking is incredibly good exercise and it can help us to stay fit both in our physical bodies and in our minds. It allows us to connect with our thoughts whilst giving us the time to be able to process our thoughts and the events of the day. For some people walking becomes a hobby that they can embark on regardless of the weather, especially if they get themselves some Aran Sweaters that will keep them warm if the weather turns a little chilly. You can find some greta options at Shamrock Aran Sweaters
Although walking is good for you at any time of the day there have been some interesting benefits noted to walking in the morning and here are a couple of them for you to have a look through.
Energy – walking first thing before you settle down for work for the day can help to boost your energy and this can then have a positive effect on your work day as you feel less sluggish and are able to complete any tasks that you have ahead of you. In fact it is thought that walking up and downstairs for as little as 10 minutes can energise your body more than a single cup of coffee and is much healthier for your body too.
Mood – we all know that walking can improve your modo and walking first thing in the morning allows you to get yourself the right frame of mind for the rest of your day. This is particularly helpful if you have a full day of work ahead of you as you can leave behind any of the issues that yesterday may have created and get yourself ready for the new work day ahead.

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Manuel Pellegrini admitted that he would have changed 11 players if the rules allowed, with City 2-0 down to Watford at half-time in the FA Cup fourth round.
The City boss was so dismayed by what he had seen in the opening 45 minutes, he revealed that he had more than 10 points to squeeze into his 15 minute half-time briefing.
Whatever the Chilean said to his players, it had the desired effect, as his team ran out 4-2 victors after a thrilling second half comeback.
“I was very worried at half-time because I talked with the players a lot before the match and said that in the FA Cup, teams that play in a lower division have a lot of motivation,” he reflected.
“If you don’t play with 100% intensity and desire you can lose and go out of the competition and we were jogging in the first-half - if you play like that you can’t win.
“I didn’t underestimate Watford, I didn’t think it would be easy and I told the team this. The players must not believe they have an easy game but I feel that they had a very good reaction in the second half.
“We changed everything, we played with tempo, with pace. We continued playing in the same way we’ve played in this whole season at the Etihad.
“This reaction was very important.”
Sergio Aguero’s second half hat-trick will grab the headlines but Pellegrini believes that all of his players showed great desire to turn the game around.
The 60-year old revealed that he left his Argentine striker on longer than he had planned on doing but was relieved to get through to the fifth round of the FA Cup and heaped praise on the opposition for giving his team such a stern test.
“The whole team didn’t do the things that we normally do in the first-half, the most important thing for me is that Watford didn’t score the third goal. If they’d have scored that, the game would have been finished,” Pellegrini said.
“Sergio is a top player, he’s very important for us.
“We didn’t want him to play 90 minutes, the idea was for him to play 60 or 70 minutes but it didn’t turn out like that.
We had to leave him on and he made the difference.
Pellegrini also stressed that it’s not a priority for the club to do business in the Janaury transfer window.
“We’ll see what happens, deadline day is 31 January – it’s not our first concern but we’ll see what happens in the future,” he said.
“I don’t have weak feelings about the team based on one half of football. It’s normal that the lower division team has a lot of motivation. But the reaction was there and we played a really good second half.”
Watford boss Giuseppe Sannino was delighted with his team's efforts and also paid tribute to the opposition.
"City have scored so many goals this season, I'm pleased that we made it difficult for them and it took them so long to score a goal," Sannino declared.
I usually watch Manchester City on the television but it's different when you are standing on the touchline they have some fantastic players.
"I think they can compete for all of the trophies they are looking for but football is very strange and they will have to stay focused."
City take on Sunderland in the Premier League in what will be a dress rehearsal for the Capital One Cup Final in March.
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The Member of Parliament representing Bukonzo county West in Kasese district, Hon. Godfrey Katusabe Atkins has called for calm among the suffering business community in his constituency that has had many financial related challenges over the closure of the Uganda-DC Congo border.
Speaking to Kasese guide radio in Kasese town yesterday(18th.Oct.2021), Hon. Katusabe asked the business community to appreciate the situation that was forced by the threatening COVID-19 virus in Uganda and the world.
He appreciated the current unity of politicians and the National technical staff and children from Kasese district that understand the importance of the border to the people of Kasese. Hon. Katusabe speaking 1…..
Hon. Katusabe who did not tell our reporter how he would control poor use of power in the markets said that he was to continue paying monthly electricity bills to the market vendors in his constituency now that their incomes are low. Hon. Katusabe speaking 2…..
He called for collaborated efforts among all political players for better service delivery to the community. END.


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The annual Holidays at Hendricks concert, presented at Syracuse University’s Hendricks Chapel by a collaborative group of performing ensembles, is a sold-out affair every year. This past December’s presentation followed the tradition of including new music by commissioning well known composer Daniel E. Gawthrop to write an anthem which was performed by the combined forces of the Hendricks Chapel Choir, the Syracuse University Singers, the Windjammer Vocal Jazz Ensemble, the Syracuse Vocal Ensemble and the Syracuse University Brass Ensemble with organist Annie Laver. The Longest Night makes use of an original text by Gawthrop’s frequent collaborator Jane Griner.
Dr. Peppie Calvar, Director of the Hendricks Chapel Choir, conducted the premiere of the new work and had this to say about the experience, “I had the pleasure of meeting Mr. Gawthrop at the age of twenty-one at what seemed like an impromptu gathering during the North Central ACDA convention in Madison WI, where I happened to be sitting with my then-teacher Paul Oakley, and two of my compositional heroes: Mr. Gawthrop and Moses Hogan. I have always been an aspiring composer, and ever since that meeting, now fifteen years ago, Mr. Gawthrop has never been less than a phone call or email away. When the opportunity arose for me to commission my first work as a choral director, I remembered the many kindnesses Mr. Gawthrop had given me in the past, and thought of him first. Mr. Gawthrop’s piece, The Longest Night was everything for which we could have hoped. The level of difficulty was just right for our choirs, and the music was a sublime portrait of the implicit imagery in the text, with Mr. Gawthrop’s signature sensitivity and detail.
Dunstan House will be publishing The Longest Night in time for Christmas of 2016.
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Disney announces casting call for new Moana live-action film
Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — Disney Studios has announced that it is searching for a Pacific Islander/ Pasifika actor to play Moana in the upcoming live-action adaptation of the animated film.
Auli’i Cravalho, who voiced Moana in the original film, recently announced on Instagram that she would not reprise the role.
“When I was cast as Moana at 14, it wonderfully changed my life and started my career,” she said in the video post. “In this live-action retelling, I will not be reprising the role. I believe it is absolutely vital the casting accurately represents the characters and stories we want to tell.”
The call was made by the California-based studios on Tuesday and released details in a flyer that has been distributed globally. The studios want Pacific Islander or Pasifika actors who can sing to play Moana in the live-action adaptation of "Moana".
"[Moana] Actor to play a character that is female, 16, Pacific Islander, heroic, bold and adventurous, Moana, the daughter of their village's chief, feels isolated on her home island of Motunui, yearning for purpose and curious about what lies beyond their reef," reads a flyer that was distributed by the studios.
"Despite her father's protests, and emboldened by her gramma's encouragement, the intuitive and courageous Moana embarks on a dangerous quest, sailing beyond the reef and using her strength and intelligence to overcome epic obstacles along the way.
"Although following her curiosity and searching for her own identity, Moana is never selfish, she is determined to fulfill the quest of her ancestors and save her people. Strong singer!"
Seiuli Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, who voiced the shape-shifting demigod Maui in the animated film of the same name, initially announced early last month that the movie project will be made into a live-action version.
The Coalition of Asian Pacifics in Entertainment posted a photo of the casting call on Twitter. Those interested in the role should contact the casting department at firstname.lastname@example.org.


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Roll back the decades in the motor industry, and you would not think of software glitches being a big deal. In fact, there was no room for software glitches back in the 1970s or 1980s, as the most digital thing that you had in cars would most probably be the dashboard clock. These days, most new vehicles are more complicated than ever before, where it comes with a slew of electronics and on-board computers to deliver a futuristic driving experience. Land Rover has recently issued a recall of over 65,000 SUVs due to a software glitch that involves the keyless entry software, enabling the seemingly latched doors to open.
Land Rover mentioned in an initial report of the flaw last month, “Some customers have reported that one door has opened while the vehicle was in motion.” This is clearly dangerous, and could cause accidents or even deaths – not only of motorists sharing the roads with you, but someone on the inside might be hurt, too. Land Rover will begin to contact owners concerning the update of their vehicles’ software, and this particular effort will kick off sometime early next month.
The new recall will include the model years 2013-2016, for Range Rovers that were made between July 26, 2012, and March 9, 2015, as well as the higher end Range Rover Sport SUVs in the model years 2014-2016 that rolled out from manufacturing lines from February 18, 2013, to March 5, 2015.


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Telling Histories: Black Women Historians in the Ivory Tower, edited by Deborah Gray White, features autobiographical essays from prominent African American women historians that reflect on their careers, their tenure battles, and their struggles to invent the field of African American women’s history at the same time as they were forced to fight to make and preserve spaces for themselves within the historical profession. I blogged about this book briefly two years ago, but just this week finally sat down to read it. (Consider this my slight contribution to Women’s History Month blogging.)
It is good to be reminded of how new the field of African American women’s history is–the contributors to this volume were born in the 1940s-1960s. They are people we know and work with, and they are truly a pioneer generation. White’s introductory essay does a brilliant job of highlighting the awesome challenges of professing black women’s history from inside a black woman’s body:
Educated African American women believed they had to overcome their history before they could do their history. Yet the nature of the history they sought to overcome was so embarassing and demeaning [of racial, class, and sexual exploitation and abuse] that it kept them from engaging that history in all but the most indirect manner. It was not by choice, therefore, but by necessity that we came late to the historical profession.
White and her contributors explain the many struggles that black women faced as they began to enter the profession in the 1960s and 1970s–the obligation placed on many to serve their communities rather than their intellectual ambitions; the scoffing and disbelief they faced in white and black male mentors who were mostly hostile to their interest in women’s history; the stresses of entering work environments in which the other people who look like them are all secretaries or janitorial staff; the racism and sexism of students who walk out of their classes and refuse to recognize their intellectual and professional authority; the cluelessness or plain old racism of overwhelmingly white feminist scholarly communities; and the never-ending suspicion of other historians that black women’s history can never be “objective” if it’s written by black women.
Because so many of the books by the authors in this collection have won prizes and have come to define the field they invented, those of us who are their peers or who are slightly younger take their success as natural, or foreordained. This collection makes it clear that every degree, every tenure-track job, every tenure decision, every book contract, every article, and every fellowship or prize was fought for, fought over, and only after overwhelming hard work, sacrifice, and protracted struggle were they won. White’s own book, Ar’n’t I a Woman? Female Slaves in the Plantation South (1985; 1999) has since its publication 26 years ago been recognized as an original and excellent contribution to American history. It still remains a signal title in African American women’s history–which suggests both its quality, but also I think suggests that doing black women’s history is still really difficult both professionally and personally. These essays offer troubling and often disturbing evidence of how difficult those struggles have been for the contributors, even to the present day.
Enslaved women’s history I think remains an especially overlooked field, and yet enslaved women are everywhere in the primary sources I read–even sources in Northern New England history, which is not something I expected based on my knowledge of the secondary sources. I’m highly skeptical of anyone who says to anyone else, “It would be nice if you could write that history, but there are no sources.” Those of us who train graduate students should take a vow never to say that, ever, and instead to work with students to find ways of finding new sources or of reading old sources in fresh ways.
This book should be required reading for history graduate students and all historians. Think of it as companion to those venerable classics, Peter Novick’s That Noble Dream (1988) and Bonnie Smith’s The Gender of History (1998)–it’s kind of a nice coincidence that these titles are each separated by exactly a decade (1988, ’98, and 2008). This book is not just for black scholars or African American historians–it’s for everyone. Like I tell anyone who will listen to me, queer theory isn’t just for gay scholars or for historians of homosexuality–it’s good for everyone, because both queer theory and Telling Histories teach everyone to be alert to our assumptions about the way the world (or history) works, and they urge us to question those assumptions and to see the world from a different vantage. And how is that not good for historians, or for any scholars?


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The Las Vegas Sun has begun reporting details on the couple who killed two armed police officers and a bystander in a Walmart before they died in an apparent suicide pact. Neighbors said they bragged of their gun collection, distributed white supremacist literature, claimed to have participated in demonstrations at the Bundy ranch and were known for appearing around town in costumes as characters from Batman — The Joker and Harley Quinn.
More details here from Las Vegas Review Journal of an even more murderous plan in documents left by the couple. It says the man they killed in the Walmart was a man with a concealed carry permit who tried to stop Jerad and Amanda Miller. She slipped behind the man and shot him down at close range.


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i read in today’s wsj that prosecutors are recommending life sentences for bernie ebers (worldcom) and the rigas family (adelphia). this is the most clear indication that our justice system remains a largely politically motivated, unfair and biased institution. our country is sinking down a slippery slope where it’s now normal and common practice for politics to be a part of how justice is managed. the republicans are putting admittedly biased individuals into federal judgeships. our congress is bipassing the constitution to overrule judicial rulings to suit their political whims.
what sickens me is that we are not making anything better, but rather preserving a corrupt status quo. the govt appeases the masses by burning a few token ceo’s at the stake while allowing hundreds of others to continue with their quarterly corruption. when 414 public companies restate earnings in a single year (2004) we have a systemic problem. when the SEC’s board is comprised of the the heads of the very firms it regulates we have a systemic problem.
i have a few questions for you all…
- why are corporations allowed to invest in political campaigns and lobbyists? does this really promote democracy?
- how can we all sleep at night knowing that different people can be sentenced to 1 year or life based on the location and time of conviction?
we’re not dealing with dangerous people. society will be no safer with bernie behind bars. is a life sentence arbitrarily issued for political expediency really greater deterent than say a ten year sentence consistently given? no! is prison for a few token scapegoats going to stop corruption? no!
Change the Rules, Reform the System
the only way to fix the system is to change the rules. i’ve blogged before that there is a simple effective way to stop the 414 companies in their tracks and that’s to go after the personal profits in the system. the SEC simpy needs to amend the 16B rule on insider sales (which today forces insiders to disgorge profits on short swing trades) to say that any profits on sales during periods of fraud or significant restatement must be disgorged (that is returned to injured investors). this would have captured the enron guys, gary winnick’s $600m from global crossing, john moores $600m from peregrine, schlushy’s money on healthsouth, greenberg for AIG. if we really want to do something unprecedented, how about making this law retroactive? who says we cant do that? lets go after everyone back 10 years and force them to repay the money. what’s ironic, is that while there is no outcry to save the couple of scapegoats from unjust life sentences, there would be bankers, ceo’s and politicians in the streets fighting this proposal, as it would move billions.
and fuck sarbanes oxley. the dumbest law i’ve ever heard of. that’s just another bullshit political move to keep us all sleeping. it makes about as much sense as asking a witness to pledge on the bible that they will tell the ‘whole’ truth. (guess clinton missed the ‘whole’ part when he said he didnt have any ‘sexual relations’.)


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Any of us have ever uttered the mantra "there's not enough time in the day!" at least once in our lives. In the modern corporate culture, it can seem as if work and leisure are constantly at odds. With Americans working more hours, taking fewer vacation days, and rarely disconnecting from their devices, it begs the question: What would life be like if we worked less?
Many of us believe that success is measured by how hard you labor – and how long. As humans, we are driven by fear to overwork for fear of missing out or being left behind. We have conditioned ourselves to push through the traditional nine-to-five, follow all lines of protocol, and sacrifice family time in search of that ever-elusive promotion. But that doesn't mean there is no hope for better balance.
In fact, many businesses are now beginning to push back against this culture of overworking by promoting innovative work schedules. Now more than ever, growing companies are embracing a four-day workweek schedule to increase employee productivity as well as satisfaction and recruitment. This new model lets staff return home earlier every day and provides them with more time to devote to their family, hobbies, or simply self-care.
The idea of reducing hours does not come without skeptics. Employers fear that these shorter workweeks will lead to lower productivity and greater costs. The irony is that the opposite may actually be true. Several studies conducted on four-day workweeks found marked increases in employee productivity and job satisfaction when compared to traditional five-day models.
Research has shown that working long hours (more than 48 hours a week) impairs cognitive performance. When employees are overworked, it leads to exhaustion both mentally and physically making it difficult to stay alert and responsive during the workday – thus leading to dips in performance. Decreasing those hours can produce an energized and productive workforce ready to hit the ground running without sacrificing their break time.
Living and working in an environment where everyone takes it upon themselves to take their paid vacation time opens up avenues for higher productivity, allowing companies to develop more meaningful relationships with their employees. Workspaces also become a more open, compassionate place where travel plans, creative ideas, and time off gets respected rather than frowned upon.
The bottom line is that living a balanced life helps foster employee engagement and leads to better work–life harmony. Maybe less truly is more! There may be skeptics who will fight to hold onto tradition, but life would absolutely feel better if we worked less – especially if we use those extra hours to recharge and take care of ourselves in meaningful ways. Dreams could no longer be so easily deferred after all! Its high time to strike the balance between leisure and professional life so one can truly enjoy a fulfilled life.