Confirm - Smart Manufacturing is an SFI - Industry Funded Research Centre focused on Cyber-Physical Manufacturing Systems. Confirm aims to support Irish industry to move toward a smart manufacturing ecosystem by carrying out research in Virtual Industrialisation, with key focuses on adaptive data analytics and optimisation for smart manufacturing; predictive modelling of manufacturing and systems, and modelling end-to-end supply chains; Cyber-Physical Manufacturing Systems, focusing on connected infrastructures, machines & manufacturing software systems; Self-Aware Manufacturing Systems, focusing on adaptive control systems that enable collaborative robotics and adaptable machine and production systems, leading to customer driven customisation. This research underpins Confirm’s more applied research programme to integrate intelligence within products, machines, production systems and supply chains to ultimately lead to increased competitiveness and sustainability for our Industry Partners.
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The Confirm research community currently consists of approximately 120 researchers (Principal & Funded Investigators, Fellows, Postdocs, PhDs, Masters, & PDRAs) offering an extensive breadth of expertise and experience both in Academic and Industrial settings, working across our broad research programme outlined below. Our Programs are managed operationally by our operations team program managers (where applicable with industry experience) and scientifically by our Work program leaders.
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Confirm is hosted by the University of Limerick in partnership with:
- Tyndall National Institute
- University College Cork
- Cork Institute of Technology
- NUI Galway
- Athlone Institute of Technology
- Maynooth University
- Limerick Institute of Technology
- Institute of Technology Tralee
Industry and Commercialisation
Industry collaboration and commercialisation activities are a central tenant to the research remit of Confirm. Our targeted industry projects, founded on scientifically robust research, are creating new knowledge, informing best-practice and generating intellectual property for Irish industry. Drawing on the knowledge and expertise of our Principal and Funded Investigators, Confirm offers industry partners a unique opportunity to transform and optimise their production facilities and associated services with the potential to greatly increase productivity and output thereby having a positive effect on the Irish economy.
Aside from availing of expertise and knowledge, Industry partners gain access to test-beds and state of the art equipment and facilities as well as bespoke training and upskilling opportunities in Industry 4.0 and Smart Manufacturing.
Industrial partners across all sectors and of all sizes are a key constituent in our developing Community of Practise. This new ecosystem is a framework in which we co-ordinate and facilitate learning, sharing of best-practice and benchmarking of all members. We do this formally through workshops, testbeds and site visits but also informally through relationship building and regular communications.
Current industry partners include Analog Devices, Accucode & SCRI-IS Technologies Ltd.
Our research does not involve huge amounts of physical infrastructure as it is principally within the cyber layer that lies above the physical layer and at the intersection of IT & OT. Confirm currently have a range of facilities across our partner institutions that are available for use both by industry partners and for research purposes. The Centre will move into a new facility towards the end of 2019 which will house a number of test-beds for use by Confirm industry members.
Current facilities include:
- Process & Product Development Labs – Tyndall National Institute
- Process Technology Services – Tyndall National Institute
- JAMIR Composite Joining Suite – University of Limerick
- Universal Robotics UR Series Cobots – University of Limerick
- MAXIEM 1530 Water-Jet Machining Centre – University of Limerick
- Ultrasonic Welding Facility – University of Limerick
- Injection Moulding Smart Manufacturing Cell – Athlone Institute of Technology
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The importance of clearly demonstrating the impact of the research carried out at Confirm is a central part of how we operate. Case studies can help to quantify the return on investment and improve general understanding of the concept and principles of Industrial Digitisation.
Sample case studies can be found here.
Education and Public Engagement
For many, the term “manufacturing” doesn’t immediately evoke thoughts of STEM or cutting edge scientific research. Furthermore, there is a widespread misconception that careers in the manufacturing sector are predominantly menial jobs with little room for growth or development. The EPE programme at Confirm addresses these issues by bridging the gap between academia/industry and the lay population and raising public awareness of research and developments in the manufacturing industry that are ushering in the dawn of the 4th Industrial Revolution.
Mapped onto the key research areas of the Centre, Confirm offer a suite of cross-curricular educational programmes built on the STEAM model, which aim to inspire the next generation of Scientists and Engineers while also developing key transferable skills such as creative problem solving and collaboration.
Confirm Researchers engage with the community through a number of Public Engagement initiatives including Pint of Science, our “Engineering the Future” social media campaigns, national STEM festivals and events such as Inspire Fest.
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — Palm Beach County Sheriff’s deputies arrested Adrian Gonzalez, the owner of Del Mar Flooring, and charged him with larceny.
Gonzalez is accused of taking a $7,330 deposit from a homeowner in Greenacres and refusing to refund her money when he didn’t renovate her bathroom as promised.
Deputies say Gonzalez also started the job without getting a building permit.
Gonzalez is accused of taking a $7,330 deposit from a homeowner in Greenacres and refused to refund her money when he didn’t renovate her bathroom as promised.
Deputies said Gonzalez also started the job without getting a building permit.
Consumer attorney Paul Herman said the customer might have avoided trouble by checking the Better Business Bureau. That’s where another customer claimed in June that he paid almost $12,000 to Del Mar Flooring and got nothing in return.
"Check with the BBB," said Herman, who noted Del Mar Flooring had one complaint. "If there's no rating or no information on a company, that’s a red flag. If there is a complaint filed against a company, it's on record. And you have to respond and reply to that complaint. If it's out there, it’s a red flag on their name."
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office told Contact 5, two other customers of Del Mar Flooring have made similar complaints.
Take a good look. Has this man worked on your home or business?— PBSO (@PBCountySheriff) October 18, 2021
Adrian Gonzalez was hired through his company Del Mar Flooring, LLC., to do a bathroom remodel. He received a 50% deposit and never completed the job.
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The sheriff’s office urges anyone who had contact with Del Mar Flooring, LLC, owned by Gonzalez, and believe they may be a victim of contractor fraud theft, to contact Detective Greg Gerbasi at 561-688-5236 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-458-TIPS.

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Algeria star Riyad Mahrez urged to ‘get his head right’
Algeria star Riyad Mahrez urged to ‘get his head right’
The match at the Etihad will be the third consecutive league game the winger has missed since Pep Guardiola’s City failed to get their man on Jan. 31, transfer deadline day.
Mahrez, 26, has not featured for the mid-table Foxes, in matches or training, since his dream move to the Premier League leaders stalled.
“I think Riyad is not available for Saturday’s game,” Puel told reporters at his pre-match press conference on Thursday. “I hope Riyad can get his head right and come back with us and work hard. The best way is for him to come back and enjoy his football.
“He is a magnificent player and he enjoys his football. He loves his team-mates, and that’s important. He loves to touch the football but he needs to come back right. I hope he can come back with a good attitude and prepared to work, but he will need time, and time to be match-fit.
“It’s important this remains inside the club and private, not in the public. The most important thing for me is to keep Riyad and the club and the fans united and in a good way about this. It is important to keep a good feeling together through these difficulties.”
Despite a second transfer request from the player in eight months, Leicester reportedly held out for a deal worth £80 million ($112 million), with even City’s cash-rich Abu Dhabi owners unwilling to go beyond a reported £50 million plus an unnamed player they valued at £15 million.
Mahrez is unhappy that Leicester were determined to secure such a huge profit on a player they bought for a reported £350,000 from French second-division side Le Havre in 2014 and who played a pivotal role in the club’s rise from the Championship to Premier League champions.
He was crowned players’ player of the year during Leicester’s remarkable title-winning campaign in 2015-16, scoring 17 Premier League goals, and then signed a four-year deal to help lead their Champions League charge.
Adding to Mahrez’s anger is that other heroes of Leicester’s title-winning triumph — N’Golo Kante and Danny Drinkwater — have been allowed to leave the club and join Chelsea with far less resistance.
Saudi Arabia hopeful ahead of opening Asian Games clash against Iran
- Young Falcons hopeful of a semifinal spot.
- Under-23 players keen on making a name for themselves in Indonesia.
JAKARTA: There is a widely held belief that to succeed in sport, you must start early.
Officials from the Saudi Arabia National Olympic Committee will be hoping it rings true this month as the Kingdom’s Under-23 football team prepares to prematurely kick-off its Asian Games campaign this afternoon in Jakarta, three days before the continent’s largest multi-sport competition officially begins.
Similar to the Olympics, the football tournament starts before the opening ceremony and finishes on the competition’s final day, Sept. 2. The fledgling Young Falcons face Iran today at the 28,000-capacity Wibawa Mukti Stadium in the Indonesian capital.
The Saudi NOC have brought a delegation of 169 athletes, including eight females, and will compete across 22 disciplines, including athletics, shooting, taekwondo and volleyball. The three-week Asian Games operate both as a continental precursor and, at times, a qualifying tournament for 2020 Olympics in Tokyo.
The Young Falcons made their football debut at the Asian Games in South Korea four years ago, reaching the quarterfinals in Incheon, before losing to Iraq. Their regional neighbors were inspired by legendary striker Younes Mahmoud, who had been included as one of Iraq’s three over-age players and scored twice in a 3-0 win.
Yet the impact of Mahmoud in Korea has not influenced the team’s selection. With the Saudi Pro League starting next week, coach Saad Al-Shehri has opted to forego athletes older than 23, instead selecting a squad consisting primarily of Al-Ahli development players and a smattering of Al-Hilal, Al-Nassr, Al-Ittihad and Al-Ettifaq-based youths.
“We haven’t brought any overage players because we are playing here as preparation for the U23 Asian Cup, which will offer qualification for Tokyo 2020,” said Faisal Almarashdi, a spokesman for the team.
“We have brought to Indonesia only players who are 21 or under as they will all be eligible for Tokyo. Many have already played at the Under-20 World Cup under coach Saad, so there was never any discussion to use the three allocated over-age slots.”
Abdullah Otayf is the model example of how Asian Games experience can help a young career. Four years ago, the deep-lying midfielder was part of the squad that traveled to Korea. This summer he was an integral part of the Green Falcons side that played at the World Cup in Russia.
With national team coach Juan Antonio Pizzi following the competition from afar, there will be chances to catch the eye for the likes of striker Haroune Camara and midfielders Abdullah Yahya Magrshi and Ali Hassan Al-Asmari ahead of January’s Asian Cup. Both midfielders have already made their full debuts for Ahli and featured in the Jeddah club’s Champions League campaign last season, while Al-Qadisiyah’s Camara was included in Pizzi’s provisional World Cup squad before being cut from the final 23.
“These Asian Games are very important for the young players involved,” Almarashdi added.
“They are the future of the senior team so if they play well here and at the U23 Asian Cup then, we hope, they will go to Tokyo 2020. From then on the pathway to the senior team is already very clear.”
Much like the seniors, the U23 side is both short and slight, with only two of the 10 midfielders and forwards standing above 5 foot 8 (172m). Today’s opponents Iran are not only taller and more physical, they also have, in Croatian coach Zlatko Kranjčar, a manager who knows West Asian football after short spells in Qatar and the UAE. In their most recent preparation match, Iran lost 3-2 to China.
Saudi Arabia, meanwhile, beat the UAE last week in Malaysia following a pair of friendlies against local sides. Today’s match will kick-off at 4 p.m. local time, midday in Saudi Arabia.

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The Student Experience is an exhibition depicting various aspects of student life at the University of Saskatchewan throughout the decades. Students have played an integral role in the development of the University of Saskatchewan. Throughout the University's history, student involvement in governance and protest, athletics and social events, pranks, and academics have all contributed greatly to the atmosphere of the campus. Each aspect of the student experience offers a unique perspective on social norms of the time and on the University itself.
This digital project was created in 2003 and was curated by Joel Van Impe, Patrick Hayes and Cheryl Avery.
It was archived in 2020. It is not being updated and is not formatted for mobile browsers.

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WHY BAMBOO BICYCLES?
How do we know that bamboo can take the rigors of riding?
- Higher tensile strength than many alloys of steel
- Higher compressive strength than many mixtures of concrete
- Higher strength-to-weight ratio than graphite
- Smoothest ride available due to its natural vibration dampening properties.
What makes bamboo so sustainable?
- Bamboo is clocked as the fastest growing plant on Earth.
- Bamboo can be continuously re-harvested every 3 years, without causing damage to the plant system and surrounding environment.
- During the time it takes to regenerate, the bamboo plant’s root system stays intact so erosion is prevented.
- Continuous harvesting of this woody grass every 3-7 years, actually improves the overall health of the plant.


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Picture it, you on the beach at sunset, enjoying the perfect Hawaii weather. Are you interested in spending your retirement surfing or snorkeling? If this sounds like a dream to you, you may already be considering retiring in Hawaii.
While there are certainly plenty of pros to living on the big island, there are also some cons you may not have considered. Either way, these could be some real deal-breakers when it comes to choosing to retire in Hawaii.
While this might be your goal, there are many things to contemplate when making such a big decision. Making a move to the big island is a real commitment. Remember, our 50th state is in the middle of the Pacific, and the closest U.S. state is Alaska, about 2800 miles away!
Having all of the information about life in Hawaii is key. Read on to truly understand what’s so great and not so great about retiring to Hawaii. So, let’s dig in and arm you with all of the information you need when deciding to retire to this island paradise.
Pros of Retiring to Hawaii
Here are the benefits of Hawaii retirement.
Alright, as referenced above and obvious to anyone who has seen pictures or visited Hawaii, it truly is a beautiful destination. So let’s start with one of the main pros of retiring in Hawaii, the weather.
You may be battling cold temperatures as we speak and Hawaii sounds like just where you would like to be right now. The weather in Hawaii is one of the main draws. Average temperatures range from 85-90° in the summer and 79-83° in the winter months.
Consider what part of the island in which you choose to live, as temperatures vary, especially depending on altitude. If you are looking for warmer weather, make sure to relocate closer to the coast.
Also, consider that some areas are prone to more rain than others. If you are looking for drier weather, the leeward side of the Big Island will be perfect for you. On to the next pro, great weather affords you the opportunity to enjoy nature, and Hawaii offers plenty of opportunities.
2. Nature and Activities
Hawaii is near to incomparable when it comes to the beautiful nature you can enjoy if you retire on the island. You probably picture the beautiful white sand beaches with turquoise waters when you think of the big island, and you’re not wrong!
If you’re considering doing more than just enjoying the beautiful beaches, there are plenty of activities you can enjoy in Hawaii. Surfing, boating, snorkeling are some of the many water activities common to life on the big island. There are also lots of uninhabited islands to explore.
If that’s not your speed, but you still want to enjoy nature, Hawaii boasts beautiful waterfalls, hiking trails, or even scenic drives. Rain forests and coastal cliffs are also part of Hawaii’s natural beauty.
Hawaii also offers a wide variety of other activities including biking, canoeing, Paddleboarding, kayaking, and even snowboarding. Yes, you can surf in the morning and ski in the afternoon!
Take in the diverse wildlife and enjoy the common areas around the island, as they are accessible to everyone. Of course, gentle waves and picturesque sunrises and sunsets will come standard with life on the island.
3. The People and the Vibe
When you think of Hawaii, you might think of a laid-back island vibe. Well, that’s exactly how Hawaiians roll. The people of Hawaii will be the first to welcome you, as they are known for being hospitable.
If you look to incorporate the innate laid-back attitude into your life, you will find it easier to adjust to your new surroundings. Maintaining the pace of your previous lifestyle may not work on the islands of Hawaii.
Also, with this vibe comes a bit different of a mindset than you might see stateside. The majority of Hawaii residents tend to value their family and personal relationships more than wealth or material possessions.
4. Culture and Attractions
You will find that although Hawaii is a chain of islands isolated in the Pacific, diversity is evident. This is in regards to not only culture but also music, food, and entertainment. Also enjoy many farmers markets, art galleries, museums, shopping, and historical landmarks.
As you can see, living in Hawaii affords you the luxury of the conveniences of a large city, and at the same time, the isolation from the 12 hour workday mentality. Island life moves at its own pace, so be sure that you are ready to acclimate to this.
5. Low Crime and Safe Neighborhoods
If you’re coming from a big city, or even a small town, the low crime rates in Hawaii should be a selling point. Because there is literally nowhere to run, crime levels are low, and most neighborhoods have strong neighborhood watch programs.
Of course, law enforcement plays a key role in maintaining low crime rates. Armed robberies and homicides are at a minimum on the islands.
6. Health/Property Tax Cost
Hawaii is known for its efficient health care system, something often not found stateside. The average health cost is below the national average by 11.4%. Consider that with the pleasant weather and numerous activities, Hawaiians tend to have an overall healthy population.
Hawaiians ranked in the third-highest spot in the United Health Foundation’s Senior Health Report. In addition to physical activity, both good clinical care and community support bump up their ranking.
Hawaii is labeled tax-friendly in some areas like property taxes for retirees. Hawaii ranks as the state with the lowest property tax rate, coming in at just 0.28%, well below the national average. Also, Hawaii does not tax social security benefits.
When you think of Hawaii, you don’t often think of infrastructure. But, rest assured Hawaii’s infrastructure is well funded. If you don’t want to drive, there is also ample public transportation. While there is often construction, this also ensures that roads and highways are well tended to.
Cons of Retiring in Hawaii
Here are the downsides of Hawaii retirement.
1. High Cost of Living
Probably the biggest con for retiring in Hawaii is the high cost of living. The main reason is that most goods have to be shipped on land or water. The cost of housing alone is on the steep side.
For instance, if you were looking to rent, a studio apartment would cost no less than $750 per month, and a one-bedroom $1300 per month. The average rental in Hawaii is around $2413 per month, well above the national average.
If you are looking to buy, the average house cost is $672,429, according to NeighborhoodScout. While that is quite steep, that is not the only cost you will be paying more for than you would stateside. All said, the cost of living in Hawaii is high, so make that one of your considerations prior to moving.
2. Lack of Goods Available
Look for an increase in your utility bill because there is a high cost in propane, electricity, and gas. Expect to pay more for transportation and groceries, too. For example, you can pay up to $7.00 for a loaf of bread or $10.00 for a gallon of milk.
Lastly, don’t expect a break with your auto insurance. The costs are high for even excellent drivers. Hawaii is a no-fault state and for full coverage, you will pay about $1165 per year. For minimum coverage, you will pay around $487 per year.
While the weather could be the main selling point for moving to Hawaii upon retirement, it might also be a deterrent. If you are a person that loves the change of seasons, Hawaii might not be right for you. The weather really doesn’t change except for the 10° difference between summer and winter.
As stated above, some areas receive quite a bit of rain, so if you’re looking for consistently sunny skies, make sure you do some research into where specifically you’re looking to relocate.
Hawaii as a whole gets about 70 inches of rain per year.
This can result in flash flooding. If you do happen to choose one of the rainier areas, mold will become an issue. Coupled with the rain, the humidity will also play a big part in mold literally everywhere.
5. Severe Weather
Again, be careful choosing your new home area. While rare, Hawaii has experienced hurricanes. More common, however, are tropical storms. Hawaii is on the border of a tropical zone. Strong winds or tropical storms occur about once or twice a year.
These storms can result in giant ocean swells, gusting winds, torrential rains, and flash flooding. The biggest threat comes from tsunamis. Hawaii has a long history of tsunamis, and since 1946 more than 220 people have died.
Tsunamis can be generated from around the globe and can even be locally generated. If you choose to retire in Hawaii, you will want to be aware of your evacuation zone and the safety protocols you need to follow.
6. Lava Flows
If you know anything about Hawaii, some of that information probably includes the fact that there are a lot of volcanoes, and some of these are more active than others. One concern for future retirees is lava flows.
Generally, these lava flows are slow to advance, meaning there is often time for people to seek safety. However, these are very destructive to everything in their paths. It is important to note that these lava flow paths are increasing as more development encroaches on active volcanoes.
7. Infrastructure, Yes Again…
Because roads in Hawaii were not built to handle the amount of traffic that travels them now, those commuting in Hawaii will often experience significant delays. As mentioned above, although the frequent construction projects keep the roads smooth, they don’t do the same for traffic.
8. Island Fever
Island Fever or Rock Fever is a common occurrence for those who transplant to Hawaii. This “fever” is like the feeling of claustrophobia. Because the islands of Hawaii aren’t large, you can start to feel like you’re almost trapped.
Typically, this happens anywhere from about six months to a year after you have relocated. The smaller proximity, coupled with a lack of immediate resources, fewer choices in entertainment such as bars or restaurants, and the slower pace may leave you feeling like you can’t escape.
If you are used to wide-open spaces or taking long drives or road trips, Hawaii might not be the right choice for your retirement. If you feel like you could get over this island fever, you still might want to stick to your guns.
Well, if you’re not new to Hawaii, you know that there are all kinds of critters on the islands. However, in this section, we will fill you in on the pests that can be dangerous.
Hang on to your hat, and if you don’t like bugs, you might want to avoid this section altogether. Just know that they are there, and some of them can bite.
Centipedes are very common in Hawaii. They can range anywhere from one to 12 inches. Yep, that’s right, a foot-long centipede. You will also want to know that they can make their nests in your house and that they do bite.
Cockroaches are really everywhere in the world, even on the remote islands of Hawaii. There are 19 different species on the islands, but only three are near humans. As if that’s not enough, the rate of encounter is high. Be aware that they fly and crawl and are on the constant search for food. They can bite, but this is rare.
There is only one type of scorpion on the islands of Hawaii. While the rate of encounter is low, if you get stung, it is painful. Even worse, if you are allergic to venom, you will need to seek medical treatment as this can be a life or death situation.
You wouldn’t think it, but the seemingly harmless caterpillar can be a nuisance as well. One species living on the islands has spiny hairs that can sting you. The risk of encounter is low, but again, you can be allergic to their venom, so you will want to seek medical attention if that is the case.
Lastly, let’s not forget that Hawaii is home to bees, wasps, fire ants, bed bugs, and spiders. The islands do have both Black Widow and Brown Widow spiders, so you will want to take precautions accordingly.
Related: Best Places to Live in Hawaii
If you are a retiree considering relocating to Hawaii, you have a lot to consider. While there are numerous pros to living in Hawaii, you won’t want to discount the cons. Depending upon the type of person you are, Hawaii can be the lovely oasis you see on postcards.
But, the cons can be just as convincing, especially if you are not prepared for the culture or vibe of Hawaii or some of the other adjustments you will have to make. Also, moving from the mainland to this chain of islands can be a really big change.
Native Hawaiians might tell you that most transplants don’t stay for long. But, if you’re prepared and understand what you are both gaining and giving up, you should be in great shape to plan your Hawaii retirement.
Who wouldn’t want to live in one of the most beautiful places in the world? One could get used to having white sand beaches and turquoise waters right outside the door. Find out what your priorities are and if they meet living an island life.
You might just find that retiring in Hawaii can be your little slice of heaven. If that’s the case, you may want to start packing your bags and making arrangements. Get ready to say Aloha to your new island life.
Related: Pros and Cons of Retiring in Wyoming

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QUETTA (Dunya News) – Balochistan Finance Adviser Mir Khalid Langove resigned Friday amidst allegations of corruption against the Finance Secretary of the Province, Mushtaq Ahmed Raisani. Langove stated that he had taken the decision as his conscience wouldn’t have allowed him to continue.
Addressing a press conference during which he announced his resignation, the Finance Adviser stated that he had sent his resignation to his party’s leadership.
He further stated that he had complete confidence in the National Accountability Bureau (NAB) and other departments.
He added that a transparent investigation should be conducted of the case.
Speaking on the occasion, Spokesperson Balochistan government Anwar Kakar stated that the Provincial government will completely assist in the investigation of case.
Langove had been appointed as Finance Adviser 2 and half years ago.


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DreamWorks has held the world premiere of "Megamind" on Saturday, October 30 at Mann's Chinese Theater in Los Angeles. As it was only a day away from Halloween, the studio arranged the event to be a kind of costume party as well....
Promoting "Edge of Darkness", Warner Bros. Pictures has held a premiere of the film on Tuesday, January 26. Taking place at Grauman's Chinese Theatre in Hollywood, California, a lot of guests hit the black carpet which was rolled out in front of the building that night....

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Man to file five years' tax returns in maintenance suit Last Updated : 20 Nov 2012 01:49:53 PM IST File Photo
A Noida resident has been asked by a court in Delhi to submit his income tax returns and bank statements of the last five years to reach a "fair" decision on his estranged wife's plea for alimony from him.
District Judge (DJ) Sunita Gupta gave the order upholding a trial court's order directing the man to file the requisite documents on the ground that they are "very material" in reaching a proper decision in the case.
"Directions by the metropolitan magistrate vide impugned order were given just to arrive at a fair conclusion of the trial. No fault can be found with the said order..," the judge said.
The husband had approached the sessions court challenging the August 7 order of the trial court to him to file his IT returns and bank statements.
He had said the magistrate's order should be set aside as it was passed when the adjudication of the plea for alimony
was about to end.
He told the court that the maintenance petition was filed against him by his wife in March 2007 on "false and frivolous
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The DJ, however, dismissed his arguments saying he had not filed before the trial court his salary certificate or
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Musical audition, rehearsals and performance
Students will audition (all who audition get a part!), rehearse and perform in The Grunch- A New Children's Musical.
Auditions: Saturday, March 23, 2019 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Rehearsals: April to June. TBA
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A free week is now underway
, the latest installment in Bohemia Interactive's military shooter
series. The game can be sampled for nothing between now and January 6th, and if
you decide you like it, you can keep your progress and pick up a copy for 70%
off the regular price, while the game's DLC is also on sale for 66% off. Word
is: "During the Free Week, all Steam users will have free access to the Arma 3
base game plus the Arma 3 Apex expansion. This also includes Arma 3's full "The
East Wind" singleplayer campaign and the "Apex Protocol" co-op campaign. New
players might also familiarize themselves with the game's controls via the
"Prologue" tutorial campaign."
celebrates the occasion. Here are more details on the game:
true combat gameplay in a massive military sandbox. Deploying a wide variety of
single- and multiplayer content, over 20 vehicles and 40 weapons, and limitless
opportunities for content creation, this is the PC’s premier military game.
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Difficulty moving? Not feeling like you can ever move like your old self again? Thinking the good old days of moving freely are gone? Before you say yes to all, Think again. This is one thing doctors don’t and won’t tell you because the treatment is so new. It’s one thing that can change your life with Arthritis forever. Before we talk about that, Let’s discuss what are we even talking about. Arthritis threatens daily mobility and independence. This chronic and debilitating illness affects 27 million Americans and leads to permanent damage in joints. This is the real reason why your friends over 50 say it’s hard to get out of the bed sometimes. The medical reason is that Arthritis makes cartilage thin and causes fluid to leak into the joint lining leading into more pain and swelling. If this goes unchecked there can be a lot of damage done to the joints. The most common kind of arthritis is rheumatoid arthritis, which can affect the whole body and cause great pain. Every senior is at risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis. It’s a disease that gets more common with age, and symptoms can strike out of nowhere. Lucky there are a lot of rheumatoid arthritis treatments available that can help drastically reduce the symptoms and slow down the disease. That way you are fully prepared to enjoy your life arthritis symptoms free!
Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system – which normally protects its health by attacking foreign substances like bacteria and viruses – mistakenly attacks the joints. This creates inflammation that causes the tissue that lines the inside of joints (the synovium) to thicken, resulting in swelling and pain in and around the joints. The synovium makes a fluid that lubricates joints and helps them move smoothly.
About 27 million people in the United States have rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Nearly three times as many women have the disease as men. In women, RA most commonly begins between ages 30 and 60.
In the early stages, people with RA may not initially see redness or swelling in the joints, but they may experience tenderness and pain.
These following joint symptoms are clues to RA:
Joint pain, tenderness, swelling or stiffness for six weeks or longer
– Morning stiffness for 30 minutes or longer
– More than one joint is affected
– Small joints (wrists, certain joints of the hands and feet) are affected
– The same joints on both sides of the body are affected
– Along with pain, many people experience fatigue, loss of appetite and a low-grade fever.
Typically, rheumatoid arthritis starts in one area of the body, then expands into other areas over time. RA is progressive, which means it worsens over time if it’s left untreated.
If you’re wondering how to spot the symptoms of RA, you’ll want to look for morning joint stiffness. This stiffness can be relieved with muscle movements — essentially, the pain can disappear once you start moving. Over time, RA symptoms worsen as joint damage occurs, like tendon erosion and reduced range of motion.
The goals of rheumatoid arthritis (RA) treatment are to:
Stop inflammation (put the disease in remission)
– Relieve symptoms
– Prevent joint and organ damage
– Improve physical function and overall well-being
– Reduce long-term complications
– To meet these goals, the doctor will follow these strategies:
Medication is one of the most popular treatment options. There are different drugs used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Some are used primarily to ease the symptoms of RA; others are used to slow or stop the course of the disease and to inhibit structural damage:
Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs): Available both over-the-counter and by prescription, NSAIDs can help RA pain and inflammation. They can also reduce joint swelling.
Corticosteroids: These anti-inflammatory medications are fast-acting, and they can control inflammation and pain,
Disease-modifying anti-rheumatic drugs (DMARDS): These medications try to modify RA itself, slowing down the disease’s progression. They’re available as pills, infusions, and injections.
Biologics: Similar to DMARDs, biologics are fast-acting prescription medications that specifically target inflammation. These medications can slow down, modify, or stop RA.
You can live a healthy, happy life if you speak with your doctor about a tailored approach to treating your specific symptoms. Many people who have rheumatoid arthritis rely on a combination of different treatment options to improve their quality of life. Since rheumatoid arthritis can get progressively worse, it’s important to contact your doctor and get a diagnosis. This will ensure you start treatment as quickly as possible.
Stretching and Exercise
For people with RA, exercise is so beneficial it’s considered the main part of RA treatment. The exercise program should emphasize low-impact aerobics, muscle strengthening, and flexibility.
Hot and Cold
Heat treatments, such as heat pads or warm baths, tend to work best for soothing stiff joints and tired muscles. Cold is best for acute pain. It can numb painful areas and reduce inflammation.
In order to maintain your health, you’ll want to be informed about the latest rheumatoid arthritis treatments. As increasingly more advances occur, you may be able to better manage your symptoms. Make sure you stay informed and talk to your doctor about the latest available medications, treatment options, and pain management methods. Being knowledgeable can reduce your pain and help you stay active, even with RA.
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Miley Cyrus Fan Sneaks Backstage Disguised As Janitor After Concert
Miley Cyrus fan Anthony Skinner claims he slipped past security and snuck backstage, disguised as a janitor, after the singer’s Friday night Bangerz tour concert at the Allphones Arena in Sydney.
Skinner, a 23-year-old club promoter, took to Instagram afterwards to share a photo of himself in a neon yellow safety vest, which he captioned, “Did just pretend to be a cleaner, and ninja’d my way into the @mileycyrus personal afterparty.”
Skinner tells BBC Newsbeat that he was in the arena’s parking lot when he saw that the janitor’s storeroom had been left open. “I looked around and on the floor there’s a pair of boots, and on the couch there’s this hi-vis vest,” he explains. “My mindset was ‘See how far you can take this.’ It wasn’t planned at all. Everything just fell into place so perfectly.”
The fan then stored his belongings in a garbage container that he rolled down a ramp past security. Skinner says the arena’s security team “didn’t even look at me…. I just thought ‘Play this cool, play this cool.'” He notes, “It was such tight security, they weren’t letting anyone in and [yet] they let me in because I was pushing a bin.”
Skinner goes on to say he continued on toward the venue’s green room where he saw Cyrus’ DJs, The Faders, comedian Chris Lilley and other celebs. But his visit backstage wasn’t as fun or as glamorous as you would think. The janitor in disguise found himself working as he waited to catch a glimpse of Cyrus.
“I just started emptying bins, sweeping up the floor and stuff,” he says. “I’m cleaning up for about 40 minutes to an hour. Not pretending to clean up, actually cleaning.” That’s when Cyrus finally emerged surrounded by security. “My whole brain just emptied,” he recalls. “I saw her and froze. All I could get out was ‘Hey.’ She looked at me, smiled and just kept walking. If I did actually meet her I wouldn’t have anything left to do. I’d have to come up with a whole new goal.”
Before seeing Cyrus, Skinner had another plan for contacting the singer. He went up to a member of her team and gave that person his “favorite jacket of all time,” claiming the was a fashion designer. Inside the jacket, Skinner placed a letter that had his social media handles and phone number, in case Cyrus wanted to make contact with him. While the person assured Skinner that he would give her the jacket, he has yet to hear from Cyrus. Even Skinner notes, “I probably wouldn’t call me.”
Allphones Arena has yet to comment on the security breach.
This isn’t the first time a Cyrus fan has snuck backstage. Last March, 18-year-old Tucker Salvesen was arrested after getting into Cyrus’ dressing room and leaving her a note before a concert in Omaha.
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Clint Eastwood, actor and director: new perspectives
In his recent films - Unforgiven, Mystic River, and Million Dollar Baby - Clint Eastwood has revealed himself as a greater figure than moviegoers had imagined him to be. While he has been an exceptionally successful actor, creating iconic characters in two genres, Western and detective films, as a director, his recent films have reached a surprising power, depth, and maturity. The contributors to this volume revisit and examine his career as an actor and director, and are part of a growing critical evaluation of Eastwood's films. A common thread, however, is their respect for his cinematic storytelling. They examine how he put his individual stamp on particular genres, while extending and enriching our understanding of his achievements.
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Homebuilding in the Inland Empire is at its highest rate in nearly 10 years, fueled by a strong demand for single-family homes, a report has found.
Construction of single-family homes reached 2,182 units during the first quarter of this year, the largest number since the first quarter of 2008, when 2,242 units were built, according to a study released by the UC Riverside School of Business Center for Economic Forecasting and Development.
“This is a substantially higher pace of activity than we have seen at any time in the recent past and may signify a much needed increase in single-family home construction in the region,” said Robert Kleinhenz, the business center’s executive director of research, in a statement.
“Still, it is only a fraction of the building we saw prior to the recession when the number of quarterly units being built was in the 9,000 to 11,000 range. While the recent increase is a very welcome sign, that kind of perspective tells us much more is needed.”
The report also found that the Inland Empire has experienced more job growth – up 3 percent from April 2016 to April 2017 – than the rest of the state, which experienced only 1.4 percent job growth during that time.
Also, taxable sales in Riverside and San Bernardino counties were up 4.2 percent year-over-year in the fourth quarter of last year, and home ownership reached 61 percent during the first quarter of this year.
That was near the national home ownership rate – 63.7 percent – and well above California’s 55.1 percent, the report stated.


Thousands of festive protesters streamed through central Sofia on Saturday on the 27th day of anti-government rallies to press Bulgaria’s ruling Socialists to quit and hold elections.
“We think that victory is very close,” opposition leader Ivan Kostov told a cheering throng.
Dispirited Socialists, the ex-Communists, are struggling to form a new government amid signs of internal rifts over whether to soldier on despite mass protests or call an election two years early.
They suffered a crushing defeat in presidential elections in November and are widely blamed for an economic collapse in which the inflation rate has hit 50% a month and is still rising.
Elected in 1994, they have until Tuesday to name a Cabinet and put it to a confidence vote in parliament. They have had a caretaker Cabinet since Prime Minister Zhan Videnov resigned in December.
Socialist Party leader Georgi Parvanov said Saturday that the Socialists will form a new government. He said that Nikolai Dobrev, nominated to form the new government, will be prime minister if the Cabinet wins the approval of the 240-seat parliament.
“I’m sure next week Bulgaria will have a new government, but it is hard to predict what the future of this government will be,” Parvanov said on state television.
Parvanov said the Socialists could count on 122 votes in parliament, fewer than their current 125 seats but still a majority.
Students and opposition supporters intensified protests last week and carried out acts of civil disobedience, such as blocking roads.
Several thousand people blocked southern road and rail links to Greece for a fourth day Saturday. The opposition said it would reinforce the blockades and offered free rides from Sofia.
About 100 riot police stood nearby while tires burned on the highway at Dupnitsa, 35 miles south of Sofia. Pop music blared, protesters pinned red carnations on police and a festive mood prevailed.
Friday evening, police had scuffled with the Dupnitsa protesters. Witnesses said about 10 people were beaten. Police denied they used violence.
Kostov warned the Socialists that similar disruptions will erupt across the country if they vote in a new Cabinet instead of calling elections.


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While most dogs do not generally bite humans, it is still not uncommon to be bitten by a dog. There are roughly 4.7 million dog bites in the U.S. each year, so the chances you will be bit are pretty good. However, through training and proper care most bites are avoidable.
Why do dogs bite?
There are extenuating factors that can increase a dog’s propensity to bite. The factors can be related to environmental, condition, past experiences or genetic.
1. Breed – Some dog breeds are more aggressive and have a higher propensity of biting than others. A Cocker Spaniel was the breed that had the most incidents of biting a child. Chow Chows are very protective of their owner and are most likely to bite a stranger. Chihuahuas are most likely to bite their vet. While Pitbulls and Rottweiler’s lead in severe and deathly dog bites in the US.
2. Environment - Puppyhood influence aggressiveness as adults but genetics also plays a key role in this problem. Owner’s temperament highly influences the dog’s behavior. Puppies develop social skills are developed from their 3rd-14th week of life. Negative experiences during this time will affect the dog’s behavior for the rest of its years. Mature dogs do not typically become aggressive unless they are ill or have a sickness.
3. Illness – Many dogs can become aggressive in their older age when if they are suffering from pain or scared from loss of eye sight or other ailments.
4. Territorial/Protective – A large majority of dog bites happen near or on the home property of the dog. It is an innate characteristic for the dog to protect their personal property, home or owner. When are stranger comes in to their territory they can often become aggressive. Additionally dogs my bite to show dominance over another dog or person if they are trying to take away something they own or possess.
5. Fear – Dogs that are uncertain and tentative can become aggressive when put into a new situation. Dogs will also bite out of a fear defense when another dog or person is coming on to attack.
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Letter to Our Patients
Simply put, it takes courage to face your addiction.
The BrightView staff is here to help guide, support, and encourage you on your journey. Our experienced team of caring and trusted professionals work together to ensure that each and every patient is given the best possible tools and support to be successful in reaching their goals. Everyone deserves the opportunity to regain control of his/her life and return to a productive and meaningful way of living.
Addiction is a chronic, progressive and potentially fatal disease for which there is effective medical treatment. Therefore, BrightView is committed to addressing the unique needs of each patient and their family. We adhere to the medical model of addiction, recognizing that it needs to be treated on the biological, psychological, and social levels. Life-long abstinence is the goal and, to reach it, using ongoing recovery programs to maintain sobriety is necessary. Our individualized treatment plans focus on these issues and are designed give to each patient their best chance at success. Our physicians evaluate the patient as a whole and come to appropriate conclusions about the medications that will be a part of a comprehensive plan for their recovery.
BrightView’s program provides a framework for each patient to apply addiction recovery education to his/her own personal history of substance use disorder. Because addiction not only affects the lives of individuals with the disease but also the lives of those around them, BrightView offers education for both the patient and the family about the facts of addiction and the consequences of leaving it untreated. Our staff will assist patients in developing coping skills as well as other tools to address their destructive habits and behaviors. Case management services will be tailored to each patient’s distinct needs, and therapeutic crisis intervention is available for any patient struggling with recovery. In addition to the services we provide, BrightView encourages patients to join community support groups.
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From Harford County government:
With spring in the air, Harford County and the Baltimore Metropolitan Council celebrate May as Clean Commute Month and May 20th as Bike to Work Day. County Executive David R. Craig urges everyone to bike to work or try cycling for fun, fitness, or transportation.
Rain or shine, the annual Bike to Work Day Rally will be held on Friday, May 20th from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the Harford County Government Administration Building located at 220 South Main Street in Bel Air. The Rally, hosted by Harford County Government, promotes riding a bicycle as a fun, viable commuting option. This event is free but registration is required. Participating cyclists should register at www.Bike2WorkCentralMD.com.
The Rally will be emceed by WXCY 103.7 and includes a bike parade through downtown Bel Air. Those who register and attend the Rally will receive a free Bike to Work Day t-shirt, refreshments, and a chance to win giveaways from various sponsors of the Rally.
Those who want to participate on May 20th, but do not want to ride alone, can join one of four bicycle convoys that will depart from various locations throughout the county that morning.
If you are looking to tap into your competitive side, you can participate in the Cycle Smackdown, a competition amongst Harford County businesses and organizations whereby employees from various-sized companies try to get the most number of registrants to bike to work. Last year Harford County Public Schools took the trophy in the large company category, while SAIC retained their title in the mid-size category, and the Highlands School won in the small company category.
To learn more about Bike to Work Day, including information about the Bicycle Convoys and Cycle Smackdown, please visit www.harfordcountymd.gov and click on the Bike to Work Day icon.


If you are wondering who may be Billie Eilish dating immediately, you’re not the only one. The performer has been rumored to have been dating artist Brandon Quention Adams, also known as ‘Q’ or ‘7 AMP. ‘ They were at the same time for a a bit more than a year, and are five years separate in get older. Eilish’s repetition did not touch upon the rumours, but it remains to be unknown perhaps the two remain dating.
Each of the were noticed together in several events, including all their coffee runs. They are practically inseparable, but Billie has never affirmed this openly. She is, nevertheless , not shy about her personal existence. Fans have speculated that she was dating Matt Tyler before, but the singer have not said whether she’s going out with him right now.
Billie Eilish is an extremely popular musician. Her dating background is a little uncertain, but we know that she will be been spotted how much is a mail order bride with actor Matthew Tyler Vorce. They were noticed in Father christmas Barbara, Cal, while these were out walking all their dogs. They did not come in public for a lot of months, yet were discovered cuddling in public areas, apparently within a coffee manage.
Billie Eilish is known on her behalf sultry, dream-like voice and her fusion of apparently incompatible types. Her music has spawned legions of fans, and this woman is expected to become the youngest single headliner for Glastonbury. This lady offers maintained her private your life on the down-low until now, although has recently opened up about her dating life and hopes for children.
Billie Eilish have not revealed whom she is online dating at the moment, although rumours include suggested that she is going out with Matthew Tyler Vorce, a great actor who will be 29 years of age and lives in Seattle. The set met inside the fall of 2018. Their relationship concluded just after a year, but the two are still friends.
Though Billie Eilish never made an official announcement of her loving status, the actor Matt Tyler Vorce recently validated their separation. The two are believed to have started dating in Apr 2021, but have been keeping their romance a mystery. They were last spotted in April this coming year.
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Ciao Restaurant, Madrid, Spain
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Ciao is a bistro restaurant offering Italian cuisine.
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Closed Sat. mid-day and Sundays. Nearby parking.
Credit cards accepted.
Italian cooking with a difference.
Home made pasta dishes such as tagliatelle with setas (wild mushrooms), pappardelle a la liebre (with rabbit) or panzarotti stuffed with spinach and ricotta.
Meat dishes include veal scallops and ossobuco. Good selection of Italian wines.
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Seasonal colds, sneezes, sniffles, and itches got you down? Worry not, as there are things you can eat that may ease your allergy symptoms.
No food is a proven cure for allergies, but vegetables and fruits are good for your body. These foods are full of nutrients that can keep you healthy. Also, these foods may protect you from seasonal allergies.
7 Best Anti-Allergy Superfoods:
You all known that an apple a day keeps the doctor away, but, did you know that it can also keep allergic reactions at bay?
Apples are one of the best dietary sources of quercetin, which is a flavonoid that has been reported to effectively protect against allergic reactions. Quercetin works its protective property by stabilizing the cell membranes of basophils and mast cells, thereby preventing them from releasing a load of histamine.
You can eat apples plain as a snack, toss in a fruit salad or slice into oatmeal.
2. Collard Greens
Regular consumption of collard greens can also help in preventing allergic reactions during the allergy season. This green vegetable contains phytochemicals known as carotenoids, which are known for easing allergic reactions.
Also, collard greens are a good source of vitamin C along with many other important nutrients that can help boost your immune system.
Choose the dark-colored collard greens, due to their high carotenoid levels. To fully reap the anti-allergy benefits, you can cook them lightly in a good quality fat source such as olive oil.
Note: Collard greens are high in vitamin K, therefore, people taking blood thinners should avoid eating them.
Garlic is considered as a healing superfood, and has been used as a remedy for a wide range of ailments. Research has reported it to be effective at preventing and treating cancer, promoting heart health, and reducing high blood pressure.
Consuming garlic on a daily basis may also help in preventing allergic reactions. The beneficial effects of garlic on allergies are because of garlic’s ability to inhibit the activity of certain enzymes that generate inflammatory thromboxanes and prostaglandins.
Honey is a great food that should be a part of your anti-allergy diet. Taking 2 small teaspoons of honey every season is a good home remedy for treating allergies and keeping allergies at bay.
Also, honey contains calcium, potassium, phosphorous, magnesium, riboflavin, thiamine, niacin, vitamin B6, and selenium.
Salmon is a cold-water fish that is high in omega-3 fatty acids EPA and DHA. These fatty acids are good inflammation fighters, and therefore can help calm your allergies. Also, salmon can help improve lung functioning, thereby, reducing the intensity of allergy symptoms such as congestion, cold-like symptoms and asthma.
You can eat a minimum of 2 portions of salmon weekly, and increase to 3 portions during the allergy season. Along with salmon, you can also include trout, mackerel, sardines and herring in your diet.
6. Sweet Potato
Sweet potatoes are not just healthy starch, they can also help fight off your allergies, due to their high content of beta-carotene, according to Mayo Clinic.
You can make some healthified fries in your air fryer, or top them off with some cinnamon for a nutritious dessert to get the benefits.
Turmeric is known powerful weapon to help prevent allergies. It contains the active ingredient curcumin, which is a an anti-inflammatory compound and a powerful antioxidant that helps fight allergies. Also, it works as a decongestant, which can relieve many symptoms of an allergic reaction.
- Mix 1 teaspoon of turmeric powder in 1 glass of hot milk.
- Drink this once daily.
You can also use turmeric when cooking. Also, you can take turmeric supplements after consulting a doctor.
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The Scientific Reasons Why You Love To Stalk Your Ex’s New Girlfriend
Any woman who says she hasn't ever stalked her current boyfriend’s ex or her ex’s new partner on social media is a liar.
The beauty of social platforms is we can access information quickly and delve into someone’s life without any repercussions whatsoever. Unless, of course, you press the "like" button by accident.
Having the opportunity to find out more about your ex and his new girlfriend is an invitation most of us can’t refuse.
According to a study by Western University, 88 percent of 18- to 35-year-olds have stalked their exes' pages, and 80 percent have stalked their exes' new partners. The research also found the more Facebook stalking that occurred, the more distress the stalkers experienced.
Why do we feel the need to know what someone else is up to?
We’ve all been there. You happen to stumble upon (more like search like a detective) your current boyfriend’s ex or maybe your ex’s new girlfriend’s Instagram page. Thankfully, the wonderful victim has kept her profile open, and you find yourself all over her page like you’re rummaging for gold.
You're analyzing every selfie, hashtag and what she had for breakfast eight weeks ago. You start to compare yourself to her: Is her nose bigger than mine? What about her figure? Do I dress better?
Then, your stalking reaches a wider audience. You invite your friends to have a laugh at the poor woman’s expense to make yourself feel a bit better.
Think about it: How many times have you sent a screenshot and laughed at a woman with your friends on Whatsapp? Or sat down together as a group and analyzed someone’s profile?
I bet you all smirked at her unflattering photo and roared with laughter at her ridiculous captions. I’m quite confident to write that I think most women have thoroughly dissected someone over social media like it's an indoor sport.
The irony of social media stalking is you begin to believe you know her. Of course, all you know about her is what she wants you and the world to see. Yet, you instantly hate her because of her social media.
Why do we hate on the (ex or new) girlfriend?
Despite the majority of women being all about "girl power" these days, it seems an exception is made for the woman who is currently touching or has experienced things with your man. The venomous thoughts and the interest you have in the (new or ex) girlfriend is purely a caveman instinct.
Human behavior expert and life coach Patrick Wanis claims that "women are always in competition with their own sex." Women are always checking out other women, and they do it more than men.
This is because the cavewoman’s natural instinct was to breed, look after the babies and daddies and fight anyone who dared to break up their families. And this totally explains why we can turn into the green-eyed monster when we see our exes with someone new.
We all subconsciously think, "That's mine."
Despite a large amount of us stalking, I’m sure there are plenty of women who get on very well with their exes' new partners. However, if you sit in the large percentage of stalkers but would rather not spend your lunch break looking at what she’s done over the weekend, then you’re in for a nice surprise.
Counsellors have discovered that these obsessions finally end once you are completely over your ex. So, enjoy it while her profile isn't private!
The next time you’re having a giggle or experience a wave of jealousy while looking at your ex-boyfriend's new love interest's photos, just remember this woman is probably very similar to you.
That’s right; that "bitch" you can’t help but pick apart is actually a really nice woman.
I only know this because your ex-boyfriend wouldn't be dating her if she wasn't. In fact, you probably have a lot of similarities with her that even your ex shudders about.
So, be kind when you have your next stalk because your thoughts are purely a reflection of yourself.

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Jennifer Lopez is having an important moment right now. From his buzzy role in Hustlers to the announcement of the Super Bowl, people never tire of the music legend. But one thing that continues to emerge in its decades of fame is the iconic Versace dress of the 2000 Grammy Awards.
Announcing her new fragrance, Promise, on Thursday, September 26, the 50-year-old singer shared the story behind how the revamped, more revealing version came about.
Jennifer Lopez just walked the Versace catwalk in a new version of the Grammy's green dress
"[Donatella Versace] It was like 'you know it's been 20 years' and I was like you're kidding me? F – k!" Lopez shared during the Thursday event She continued by explaining that Donatella told the Maid in Manhattan star that she wanted to celebrate by creating an entire collection inspired by jungle engraving. So naturally, the designer asked if Lopez would come out at the end of a new look at the look to which she answered absolutely.
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"We knew it would be a fun time, but we didn't know, like the first time, that it would be something," said the singer "On the Floor." "We didn't know it was so viral."
The original fashion moment in jungle printing was so thrilled that Google created Google Images so people could easily find photos of the dress on the search engine. However, Lopez still didn't think about how big and iconic the moment she would enter again on her 20th birthday.
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"I don't think about that much," she told reporters on Thursday. "But it's super cool, something to tell your kids that they love computers and the Internet and all that stuff."
She shared that it was not only the online reaction heard around the world that was amazing, but the energy in the room when it happened was also quite strong. "It was a celebration of her brother Gianni," she explained, "it was a beautiful moment for her and I was happy to be part of it."
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By: Antonio Stephens, Wellness Coach
Love. Coming to this state of being was not an easy walk.
For nearly 21 years, I’d struggled with the concept of this word and term. I am an immigrant from Jamaica and grew up in a small town in upstate New York. I spent most of my early childhood moving from home to home; living with aunts, uncles and grandparents while my mother worked to seek opportunities in the United States for a better life for my brother and I.
I met my mother for the first time when I was nine years old. I’ll never forget seeing the New York City skyline and the smell of her perfume as we hugged and she welcomed us to our new home.
One day, I was sitting in the living area and saw a few candles flying across the room and shortly after, screaming to follow, shattered glass on the floor, tears and the look of distress and discernment in my mother's eyes. So much confusion and no explanation. She had been in an abusive marriage and relationship for years and this too, my brother and I, and other family members and friends would also come to experience firsthand in the weeks and years ahead.
It’s hard to explain what it’s like to be in an abusive relationship or household until you’re actually in it. There were many nights I‘d lay in bed feeling trapped, contemplating running away or just trying to grasp why everyone seemed OK with what was happening. Too many times, I'd be on the other side of the door hearing my mom cry for help and calling my name – feeling paralyzed – and not knowing where to turn or what to do. Too many times have I myself been physically and mentally abused to the point where I couldn’t go to school or had to make shift stories about the bruises on my body, the causes of my fractures and my state of mind and behaviors linked to my self-worth and esteem. We’d go through this vicious cycle and every time they would come back to each other in the form or expression of love. This was the model I experienced growing up and into early adulthood.
It wasn’t until I first started dating that I realized I didn’t know how to love. I was so confused, blocked off and caged – afraid to let anyone in or expose my heart that was wrapped in so much fear and trauma. To my ex-partners, I apologize and hope our experiences were part of your collective awakening.
Here’s the truth, the more I put myself in the presence and face of love – true and sometimes unconditional – the easier it became to accept the reality of the concept. See love is not all roses and flowers. I’ve come to learn that within the experience exists it’s polarities of pain and pleasure and often it’s a painful experience that’s your gateway to the other side. Maybe this is what my parents were experiencing to some degree at the time and didn’t have the tools to do the healing required to find balance in their collective grievances. I also know they had their own models they were working from as Jamaican immigrants.
Having experienced both ends of the extreme and finding balance within, love to me is forgiveness. To be able to look your perpetrator in the eyes and release the hold (pain, anger and fear) with the utmost compassion for the deep-seated pain and unhealed scars that they carry. Love is rising above and learning to sit with your stuff (shame, guilt, fear, anxiety) daily in stillness so you can experience the glimmer of light behind that is divine self. Love is claiming your presence and the truth of who you are. Love is establishing your boundaries for how you want to be treated and being able to articulate what it means to be in the space of love with you – as a partner, parent, friend, co-worker, etc. Love is me, it’s you, it’s reflected in the world around us (reflective of source) and there’s enough for everyone.
I spent so much time denying its presence and claimed for years that it would never find me. I‘ve learned that you must believe you’re deserving of it and only then can you experience heaven on earth. I’ve been fortunate enough to have found someone that’s my gateway into the portal of true, raw, authentic love. I mean pure bliss at times. Someone that helps me to see and experience the best parts of myself in ways that I haven’t before – bringing forth the goddess within to express – this someone is soon to be my husband. Thank you, Charlie. This experience has forced and accelerated my journey to self, allowing me to tap into that place of equanimity where I can love the perfect imperfection of everyone and everything just the way it is. This is a practice and if you find and create moments to get still, you’ll recognize that these polarities exist within you as well.
Abuse, shame, fear and guilt didn’t define me, they were some of my greatest gifts and teachings. They’ve set me on the path and climb to my own mountain top(s) in search of liberation. Regardless of our circumstances, what we’ve been through or how society deems some out groups, we are ALL deserving of love.
If no one has told you today or this year, know that I LOVE YOU.
Happy Valentine's Day.
Talk to you in a bit,

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