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A Princess of Roumania (Hardcover)
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This is a truly magical tale, full of strangeness, terrors and wonders. Many girls daydream that they are really a princess adopted by commoners. In the case of teenager Miranda Popescu, this is literally true. Because she is at the fulcrum of a deadly political battle between conjurers in an alternate world where "Roumania" is a leading European power, Miranda was hidden by her aunt in our world, where she was adopted and raised in a quiet Massachusetts college town.
The narrative is split between our world and the people in Roumania working to protect or to capture Miranda: her Aunt Aegypta Schenck versus the mad Baroness Ceaucescu in Bucharest, and the sinister alchemist, the Elector of Ratisbon, who holds her true mother prisoner in Germany. This is the story of how Miranda -- with her two best friends, Peter and Andromeda -- is brought back to her home reality. Each of them is changed in the process and all will have much to learn about their true identities and the strange world they find themselves in.
This story is a triumph of contemporary fantasy.
About the Author
PAUL PARK lives in North Adams, MA
Praise for Princess of Roumania:
"No one writes like Paul Park, and when he turns to magic, the results are magical. A Princess of Roumania is weirder and wilder than any fantasy you've read before and even those elements which might have been familiar -- a princess, a werewolf, a jewel, a gypsy, magic and murder -- are transformed into strangeness. Park's characters, incidents, and images will stay with you long after you've finished this book."-Karen Joy Fowler
"A Princess of Roumania is at once a vastly ambitious and passionately realized work of art, and immediately appealing in all the ways that the heart-tugging matter of high fantasy ought to be. Park's Miranda is as brave and questing as a heroine of fantasy should be, and his Baroness Ceaucescu is a fascinating portrait of unstoppable evil that is never more or less than appallingly -- even appealingly -- human. Every page of this book holds something you couldn't have imagined and yet that strikes you as supremely right and satisfying. A huge achievement."-John Crowley
"Complex, elusive, haunting, written in a transparent prose that slips you from one world to another with...ease"-Ursula Le Guin
"I love it! I think it's wonderful."--Elizabeth Hand
"A superb new fantasy, the first in what I hope will be many books in a series."-Ed Greenwood
"No one writes like Paul Park, and when he turns to magic, the results are magical."
-Karen Joy Fowler
"A vastly ambitious and passionately realized work of art...immediately appealing...A huge achievement."
"Complex, elusive, haunting, written in a transparent prose that slips you from one world to another."
-Ursula Le Guin


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This retreat is tailored for individuals wanting to connect with their values and strengths, develop more meaning and purpose in life. The retreat includes 10 days single accommodation at Aegialis Spa Resort, all nutritious and delicious meals, daily
Starting our fictional trip in the Cyclades to one of the most amazing islands of the Greek map, the beautiful Amorgos, the inspiration of the famous poet Gatsos and the maker of "Big Blue" Luc Besson,
The island has amazing deep blue beaches, ancient ruins, beautiful countryside and mountain tops, monasteries and a water oracle dedicated to the God of Apollo that has been popular since ancient times.
Declared by it's guests as the "jewel of Amorgos", Aegialis hotel & Spa is the best that Amorgos has to show with its incredible and stunning views. Located in a peaceful bay, the hotel is designed to respond to the guests’ need for silence, peace, mind and soul refreshing.
Accomodation is rated as 4.5 stars.
Aegialis Hotel & Spa is arranged in six blue and white buildings set into the hillside, so they all benefit from the stunning views over the bay. All single accomodation rooms will have balcony views.
The Lalon Idor Thalasso Spa & Beauty Center” is an ultramodern thalassotherapy center, a unique decorated area designed in such a way in order to wake up your senses, to relax your spirit and to revitalize your body. Relaxation, peace and unforgettable moments await you!
In the Spa area there are rooms for massage, treatments, steam bath facility (hamam), sauna, jet showers, fitness room and indoor pool. The offered treatments are in perfect harmony with the surrounding landscape, the sea and the local elements of Amorgos, planned around the guests’ needs and wishes. Additionally, one can find there : the reception desk, the Spa bar, the Spa lounge, a Gym, a Coiffure and Business Center. An outdoor café outside of the Spa bar will also be at our guests and visitors disposal enjoying a drink or a snack overlooking the Aegiali bay and the Aegean Sea.
This mind and body rejuvenation retreat includes:
10 night accomodation and healthy meals,
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Daily mindfulness and yoga,
Workshops, and group therapy, (topics include: understanding the brain, positive psychology, stress management, resilience training, mindfulness, connecting with values and strengths, creating a deeper connection with the self and a secure attachment)
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Porsche has just revealed the new Cayenne, a replacement to what was already a great SUV. However, now that we’ve seen the new Porsche Cayenne, does it set the luxury SUV bar to a new height? It seems like it might and that the new Cayenne will be the SUV to beat in the segment.
This new Porsche Cayenne will be built on the new MLB-Evo platform that underpins the Audi Q7 and Bentley Bentayga. So despite having more technology and luxury, the new Cayenne is almost 150 lbs lighter than the outgoing car.
At the moment, there are only two Cayenne variants that Porsche has unveiled, the base Cayenne and the Cayenne S. The former will pack a turbocharged 3.0 liter V6 engine, the very same one that’s seen in the Audi S4. In Cayenne-spec, it makes 340 hp and has a claimed 0-60 mph time of 5.8 seconds. In the latter Cayenne S, you get a 2.9 liter twin-turbocharged V6, the same in the brand-new Audi RS5. That makes 440 hp and can get the big Porsche from 0-60 mph in 4.9 seconds. There will be a twin-turbo V8 model variant in the future, as well as a V6 plug-in hybrid variant.
All engine variants will be equipped with an eight-speed automatic and power all-wheel drive. The new Cayenne will also get a new four-wheel steering system, similar to the one used on the Porsche 911. It also gets a 48-volt electrical subsystem that helps power electrically-controlled anti-roll bars, similar to the Audi SQ7, and adjustable air suspension. What’s new and interesting is something Porsche calls Surface Coated Brakes. A tungsten-carbide surface layer is applied to the typical cast-iron brake rotors, which is supposed to increase durability, longevity and performance, as well as reduce brake dust.
On the outside, the new Cayenne really doesn’t look much different from the old car. It seems that after sharing platforms and engines with Audi, Porsche caught its bland styling increases as well. However, the new car does look better than the car it replaces. It looks sharper and more modern, if a bit boring. The inside is quite dramatically changed, though.
The new infotainment system features a massive touchscreen that dominates the dash and looks slick. The center stack features touch buttons built into a piano black finish that looks good but will surely be a fingerprint magnet. Overall, the cabin looks good but very typically German and a bit cold.
While it doesn’t look quite that different, the new Cayenne features all new, very good engines, a new chassis that’s probably the best SUV chassis on the market, new technology and some performance bits pulled from the 911. Is it possible that the new Cayenne is the SUV to beat in the segment?


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This small diving outfit (one instructor) offers personalised tours and a wealth of experience in Marquesan waters. Including all gear,...
Anyone with an interest in ancient Marquesan civilisation shouldn’t leave Atuona without a visit to the Tehueto petroglyphs. Hidden high...
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Blink and you’ll miss this discreet venture conveniently positioned across from Espace Culturel Paul Gauguin (no sign). No culinary extravaganza here, just a few classics faultlessly prepared (grilled sirloin, grilled fish, shrimps with tomato sauce). Kahu himself is something of a star in the Marquesas – he’s one of the best Haka Manu (Bird’s Dance) dancers.


Just less than two years ago, the United States enacted comprehensive tax reform for the first time in more than three decades. Yet, even as executives seek to digest and comply with the vast and ever-increasing guidance implementing the new law, the new U.S. tax system already is under pressure to change. These pressures come from both within the United States, (such as political and budgetary pressures), and from without (such as the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development’s (OECD) work on taxation as well as trade pressures).
This webcast will look at how these forces might change the U.S. tax system and how likely these changes might be. In particular, the webcast hosts will consider the current state of OECD negotiations on international tax rules and where that process may be headed.
Join us at the TCPI’s 21st Annual Tax Policy & Practice Symposium
February 13-14, 2020 |The Ritz-Carlton | Washington D.C.
With the 2020 election looming at home and global efforts to reform business taxation abroad, many believe the new U.S. tax system is ripe for change – it’s just a question of how much and how soon.
The symposium, “Hindsight is 2020: What the TCJA and Global Developments Tell Us about the Future of Tax,” will consider how the current U.S. system may evolve to meet the challenges of the coming decade.
To learn more, or to register, go to https://tcpi.org/events.


Every year, Alabama’s Governor recognizes a number of individuals and organizations throughout the state who make a great contribution to our wildlife and natural resources. We’re proud to be this year’s seafood sponsor, and we’re thankful for the opportunity to partner up with an event that seeks to promote conservation education and awareness.
One of the finest seafood events in the country, the Great American Seafood Cook-Off gathers top chefs from various states in New Orleans to feature their native product. Alabama’s own Chef Jim Smith, executive chef for the State of Alabama, took home the gold in 2011, and we’ll be represented this year by Chef Josh Quick of Odette in Florence, the winner of our 2nd annual Alabama Seafood Cook-Off. Best of luck to Chef Quick and the whole team!
The 2nd annual Sloss Music & Arts Festival is returning to Birmingham this summer, and the historical Sloss Furnaces will host a whole slew of fantastic bands all over one weekend. It’s gonna be a hot one, so when your stomach needs to be refueled, visit us for some fresh Alabama Gulf Seafood.
Now in its 83rd year, the Alabama Deep Sea Fishing Rodeo on Dauphin Island is the largest fishing tournament in the world. Professional anglers from all over the world will congregate to reel in some of Coastal Alabama’s finest sport fish. Come on by for some of the biggest catches you’ll ever see!
There are plenty of reasons why thousands and thousands of folks gather on the beaches of Gulf Shores every May for the Hangout Music Fest. Sure, the bands are some of the best on the planet, but when it’s time to fill your bellies, you’ll find some of the best seafood on the planet. Stop by the Alabama Gulf Seafood Courtyard and grab some fresh dishes! We’ll be there all weekend, folks.
We Southerners like to make things. Music, clothing, goods, and especially great food. Southern Makers is a landmark event that brings some of the brightest and most capable makers in our region to celebrate their many crafts, and Alabama Gulf Seafood is proud to be involved. Come join us and see some of Alabama’s finest in action!
One of the Gulf Coast’s finest traditions, the annual Blessing of the Fleet in Bayou La Batre hearkens back to the fishing communities of Old World Europe where fishing boats were formally blessed to ensure a bountiful harvest each year. Alabama’s version of this ceremony is a lovely two-day event that the whole family will enjoy.
Formerly known as the Boston Seafood Show, Seafood Expo North America is North America’s largest seafood exposition, boasting thousands of buyers and suppliers from around the world. If you’re in the area, stop by and learn more about the latest products and developments from the seafood industry at large.
What’s the easiest way to find the best gumbo you’ve ever tasted? Simple: Find dozens of culinary teams and have them compete. That’s what the Episcopal Place Gumbo Gala has been doing for more than a decade now. Join us at this wonderful fund raiser for their 11th year, and make sure you come hungry!
What happens when some of South Alabama’s finest restaurateurs and chefs are given tons of fresh Alabama Gulf Seafood and asked to work their magic? You’ll have to come to the Weeks Bay Foundation’s Bald Eagle Bash in Fairhope to find out officially, but the results are sure to be delicious. Get your tickets today for live music, family activities, and of course, all the fresh Gulf seafood you can eat.
Now in its seventh year, the annual Dauphin Island Gumbo Festival brings chefs and restaurateurs from throughout Coastal Alabama to this lovely island for a Gulf seafood feast. Bring the whole family and sample some of the finest gumbos you’ll ever taste.
Spring is almost here, and it’s the perfect time to hit the high seas on the Gulf Coast. Spend your weekend at the Mobile Convention Center for the 2016 Mobile Boat Show, the only show on the Alabama Gulf Coast to showcase the 2016 model boats, motors, personal watercraft, trailers, tackle and a myriad of other boat & fishing accessories.


mathew.sharp got their new logo design by running a design contest:
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Individuals who have already had or are about to undergo commercial transport training may be interested to note that calls have been made for changes to speed limits on the A9.
The Road Haulage Association (RHA) had previously suggested that the “archaic 40mph HGV speed limit on single carriageway roads” should be altered to 50mph and now transport minister Keith Brown has revealed he is “looking seriously” at whether the changes could be made, the Courier reports.
The road runs from Perth to Inverness and it has a number of stretches of single carriageway. It has a reputation as being one of the most dangerous roads in the UK and Conservative MSP Murdo Fraser has in the past noted there are an average of 200 accidents a year on the highway.
When questioned by Mr Fraser in Holyrood, Mr Brown said: “Safety has to be the first consideration and the only piece of predictive evidence we have so far suggests there might be a marginal disbenefit in safety terms. However, that is if it is carried out on its own, so there might be other things that could be done to ameliorate the effect of that.”
Meanwhile, RHA Scotland and Northern Ireland director Phil Flanders noted that the organisation has been “pushing for” for the speed limit change for years. He added: “At long last we may be getting somewhere.”
Mr Flanders went on to suggest that raising the limit “should make life a lot easier for a lot of people and reduce accidents because it will make road safety better”. He went on to state that the RHA does not have much choice but to continue lobbying for the cause “because the longer it stays like this, the worse it will get”.
The ongoing debate about the A9 will be watched with interest by individuals who are undergoing driver training and who may be required to use this road.

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The McPherson Library - Mearns Learning Centre offers remote print services, charged to your OneCard account, for current UVic students, faculty and staff. This service is available Monday - Thursday from 8:00am-9:00pm, Friday from 8:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday, 9:00am-5:00pm.
Printing at the Priestly Law Library will be available soon: further information and instructions will be posted here.
Our remote print service is a 3-step process:
1. Use PaperCut Mobility to send your print job to the library print queue (LIBRBW for black and white, LIBRC for colour)
2. Present your OneCard to staff at one of our service points and inform that you have a job pending: you will need to confirm your NetLink ID and the job title
3. Library staff will release and retrieve the job and bring it to you at the service point
Printing services are available in the McPherson Library from 8:00am-9:00pm, Monday-Friday. You will need to bring your OneCard.
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As Price Fluctuates, Vetr Crowd Upgrades Lowe's
The Vetr crowd upgraded their rating for Lowe's Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) on Wednesday, from 3 Stars (Buy) issued two days ago, to 4 Stars (Strong Buy). Crowd sentiment for the stock is primarily positive, with 77 percent of Vetr user ratings bullish.
Lowe's has experienced a fairly uneven January, with the stock fluctuating by $0.50 above and below the $71 mark through the first two weeks after dropping from $72.19 on January 4.
Currently, the Vetr crowd's average target price for the stock is up at $77.26, which is well below the average analyst target price of $82.90. Less than 2 percent of Vetr users are holding LOW in their watch lists.
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Looks like Allu Arjun is determined to rope in the country’s finest cinematographers for all his movies. After the likes of Rishi Punjabi for Sarrainodu and Ayanaka Bose for Duvvada Jagannadham, Bunny will be joining forces with the national award winning DP Rajeev Ravi for his next project, Naa Peru Surya.
Apparently, Bunny was quite thrilled when writer turned director Vakkantham Vamsi proposed Rajeev Ravi’s name. The ace lensman is well-known for his collaboration with Anurag Kashyap for movies like Dev D, Gangs of Wasseypur and Bombay Velvet etc and he had won the national award for Liar’s Dice.
Even the film’s music composers will be roped in from Bollywood. Composer duos Vishal-Shekar and Ajay-Atul are said to be in talks for this high budget entertainer. Lagadapati Sridhar will be bankrolling this movie.
- Taxiwaala inches towards half-a-million-dollar mark in US
- It’s terrifying to dance alongside Prabhudeva : Amyra Dastur
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Australian alumina ban disrupts Rusal fumed silica prices for chemicals. Patel said. "One possible outcome could be Chinese buyers buying alumina and reselling it through eastern Russian ports." Rusal has a 20% stake in the Queensland Alumina Refinery, which has a capacity of 3.95 million tonnes a year, thus providing Rusal with 790,000 tonnes a year, Patel said. In addition, Rusal's Nikolaev refinery in Ukraine, which has an annual capacity of 1.75 million tonnes, has been suspended due to the conflict, he added. WoodMac said Rusal was also experiencing supply chain problems at its 2 million tonne a year Aughinish refinery in Ireland.
Fumed silica is a nanometer white powder produced by the hydrolysis of silicon halide at high temperature in an oxyhydrogen flame. It is a kind of amorphous silicon dioxide product, the primary particle size is between 7~40nm, the aggregate particle size is about 200-500 nm, the specific surface area is 100~400m2/g, high purity, and SiO2 content is not less than 99.8%. The vapor phase silica aggregates with untreated surfaces contain a variety of silica hydroxyl groups.
One is an isolated, undisturbed free hydroxyl group; The other is bonded silyl groups that are linked and form hydrogen bonds to each other. The vapor phase silica aggregates with the untreated surface are aggregates containing multiple -Oh compounds, which can easily form a uniform three-dimensional network structure (hydrogen bond) in the liquid system. This three-dimensional network structure (hydrogen bond) with external force (shear force, electric force, etc.) will be destroyed, the medium becomes thin, the viscosity drops, and once the external force disappears, the three-dimensional structure (hydrogen bond) will restore itself, the viscosity rises, that is, this thixotropy is reversible.
Fumed silica is one of the most important new inorganic materials. It has a small particle size, large specific surface area, strong surface adsorption, large surface energy, high chemical purity, good dispersion performance, thermal resistance, resistance, and other aspects of specific performance. In addition, its high stability, its reinforcing effect, thickening, and thixotropy, in many fields of unique characteristics make it irreplaceable.
It is widely used in various industries as additives, catalyst carriers, petrochemical, decolorizing agent, matting agent, rubber reinforcing agent, plastic filling agents, ink thickening agents, metal soft polishing agents, insulation and adiabatic filler, advanced daily cosmetic filler, and spraying materials, medicine, environmental protection, and other fields.
Fumed silica mainly has two "sex”: hydrophilic and hydrophobic. People can use physical, chemical, and mechanical methods to deal with the fumed silica surface or interface, in order to change its chemical and physical properties of the fumed silica surface, such as surface energy, surface wettability, electrical, adsorption, and reaction characteristics, surface structure and functional groups, etc. Therefore, it can meet the modern new material, new technology, and the needs of the development of new technology.
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Due to the limited total amount of traditional energy, people have a huge demand for cleaner and greener new energy alternatives. Now, the emergence of graphene is unlocking the possibility of its application in the energy field, which can create a greener, more efficient, and sustainable future. Here Francesco Bonaccorso, Deputy Director of Innovation at the Graphene Flagship Program, explains how his researchers have developed a series of initiatives to bring graphene from the lab to the commercial market. Graphene has become a research hotspot for new materials in the 21st century. Graphene has been adopted by many industries, the most notable of which are healthcare and key material applications.
The development of graphene has brought huge fluctuations in the demand for fumed silica, and the demand for fumed silica will continue to grow in the future. You can contact us for the latest news on fumed silica.

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Simple but usefull ultraviole airpurifiers are being designed in various sizes and capacities depending on the user’s need. The air prufier is mainly used to purify the air by means of ultraviole lamps and circulating air around these lambs. The most important point in buying such an equipment is the sizing. Its size has to be defined depending on the ambient volume, temperature, microorganisms concentration in the ambient air. It’s very important that inlet and outlet filters of such equipments have to be replaced or disinfected somehow periodically to assure the lowest microorganism concentration in the air.
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Optical grade lithium niobate wafers are specially prepared wafers made from high-quality lithium niobate crystals with extremely low levels of impurities and defects. These wafers are used in advanced optical applications where high precision and reliability are critical, such as in telecommunications, laser technology, and nonlinear optics.
The process of producing optical grade lithium niobate wafers involves a series of rigorous quality control measures to ensure that the resulting wafers are of the highest quality. This process includes careful selection of starting materials, meticulous crystal growth, precise slicing and polishing, and rigorous testing of the optical and electrical properties of the resulting wafers.
Optical grade lithium niobate wafers have several important properties that make them ideal for optical applications. These include high refractive index, low optical loss, and a high electro-optic coefficient. These properties allow for efficient and precise manipulation of light in optical devices such as modulators, filters, and switches.
Optical grade LN wafers are used for production of optical parametric oscillators, infrared detectors, integrated optic circuits, Wallaston prisms, holographic optical elements, SHG blue laser. They usually have Y-cut and Z-cut orientations, double or single side polished (DSP or SSP).
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South Africa made apartheid its official policy in 1948 while the rest of the world was at least claiming to eradicate racism after the defeat of Nazism. By the 1970s, the apartheid regime seemed impregnable. The Sharpeville massacre in 1960, in which 250 unarmed African protestors were killed or wounded by police officers, put an end to mass protests, and then, over the next decade, the regime imprisoned or exiled leaders of the underground liberation movement.
There was also rapid industrial growth, at levels resembling that of Europe or the United States. That combination of structural racism and capitalist industrialization seemed to confound Marxist and liberal theories of economic development, both of which tended to see racial prejudice as a legacy of the more tradition-bound societies that existed before the industrial age. Capitalist development was, according to the theories, a rationalizing force in the sense that it organized itself according to abstract rules that were, in principle, generally applicable; in this sense, it ran counter to racism’s apparently irrational and arbitrary differentiations. But in South Africa, the force of racism seemed to increase the more advanced its capitalist economy became.
The apartheid system was not a legacy from the nineteenth century that had survived into the 1970s; it was the creation of a modern capitalist state in the 1940s. Apartheid could not be explained as simply the expression of age-old prejudices or hatreds: in very specific ways, it was a formation of the twentieth century. Apartheid South Africa thus posed in a particularly stark way the question of how capitalism and racism were related.
There was an additional problem for Marxists seeking to understand apartheid South Africa. The prevailing social antagonism did not appear to be, as orthodox Marxists would expect, owners of industrial capital arrayed against an industrial waged workforce, but a white minority ruling over a Black majority. Nor could one plausibly claim that apartheid racism was only an ideological superstructure concealing a material base of non-racial class antagonisms, along the lines of Wood’s argument. Apartheid’s racist legislative program—imposing on Black workers special regimes of surveillance and monitoring under the “pass laws,” removing millions of Black people from their homes and resettling them in specially designated areas, and racially segregating land and property ownership—was not an ideological manoeuvre to manipulate white workers, but rather constituted the material infrastructure of the entire South African political and economic system.
In the Marxist tradition, a possible answer to the question of how structural racism and advanced capitalism could coexist lay in the theory of national oppression that emerged from the 1920 Comintern discussions. Taking that approach meant seeing the apartheid system as a form of internal colonialism: white South Africa as an advanced capitalist sector subjecting the Black and “colored” peoples of South Africa to national oppression and blocking the regions where they lived from industrial development. If that had been what South Africa looked like, it could have implied a left political strategy based on Lenin’s two-stage program: first, a national liberation struggle to achieve democratic rights and the end of the apartheid policies; second, an anti-capitalist class struggle to create a socialist society. In fact, this was the program that the South African Communist Party adopted in 1962.
But the internal colonialism thesis was not a plausible explanation of South African apartheid. It could not explain the fact that, by the 1970s, the majority of the workforce employed in modern industrial production in South Africa, such as auto plants, textiles, and steel production, came from the nonwhite sections of South African society that were supposed to be colonized. Nearly half a million Blacks worked in the gold mines, the most important sector of South Africa’s economy, producing more than half of the world’s output. The situation of these Black wage earners was quite different from that of the masses of peasants in other colonial societies; an analysis that equated the two seemed to be missing the mark. South Africa refused to fit orthodox Marxist categories. At the same time, there were developed revolutionary organizations in South Africa seeking to topple the apartheid system. The combination of these two facts forced on Marxist theory a productive creativity.
In 1976, the London branch of the anti-apartheid movement published a pamphlet entitled Foreign Investment and the Reproduction of Racial Capitalism in South Africa. At this time, the anti-apartheid movement was calling for an international boycott of South African exports, though many opposed the boycott on the grounds that the best way to weaken the influence of racial prejudice in South Africa was to encourage economic growth and industrialization. Harry F. Oppenheimer, for example, chairman of Anglo-American Corporation, the world’s largest mining multinational, argued in 1974 that “the rapid economic development of South Africa would in the long run prove incompatible with the government’s racial policies.”
The pamphlet set out to show, on the contrary, that South African racism was strengthened, not weakened, by capitalist growth. Capitalism was not the solution to racism but the soil upon which it grew. Apartheid “was a consequence of capitalist development,” the pamphlet argued. Its “design is not a product of irrational racial prejudice” but the outcome of a plan to control African workers and maximize profits within a system the pamphlet called “racial capitalism.” The pamphlet’s authors, Martin Legassick and David Hemson, were part of a group of South African Marxists working in the 1970s—including Neville Alexander, Bernard Magubane, and Harold Wolpe—who started using the term “racial capitalism” to analyze the political and economic structures of apartheid South Africa. The pamphlet appears to mark the first time the term appeared in print.
— Excerpted from What Is Antiracism?: And Why It Means Anticapitalism by Arun Kundnani

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Gisele Bündchen, born on July 20, 1980, in Horizontina, Brazil, is not just a Brazilian supermodel but also a dedicated philanthropist. Known for her exceptional beauty, charisma, and runway prowess, Bündchen has risen to become one of the most prominent and influential figures in the fashion industry. With a staggering net worth of $400 million, she stands as a beacon of success and empowerment, independently from her husband Tom Brady, whose fortune stands at $250 million, totaling a combined worth of $650 million.
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Rise to Supermodel Stardom:
Gisele Bündchen’s journey in the modeling world commenced when she was discovered in her native Brazil at a young age. Her breakthrough came in the late 1990s when she captivated the international fashion scene with her striking features and athletic physique. The face of numerous high-profile campaigns, including those for Victoria’s Secret and Dolce & Gabbana, she quickly ascended to supermodel status.
Victoria’s Secret Angel and Runway Success:
Her association with Victoria’s Secret as one of their esteemed Angels elevated her career to new heights. Bündchen’s radiant presence illuminated the Victoria’s Secret Fashion Show runway, solidifying her status as a top supermodel and a household name in the industry.
Global Fashion Icon:
Beyond the runway, Gisele Bündchen’s influence reverberates throughout the fashion world. Her collaborations with renowned designers and appearances on prestigious magazine covers attest to her status as a global fashion icon. Her innate sense of style and effortless grace have made her a muse for designers and a trendsetter admired worldwide.
Commitment to Sustainability and Environmental Activism:
Gisele Bündchen’s dedication extends beyond the realm of fashion, as she actively advocates for environmental causes and sustainable practices. Her efforts to raise awareness about deforestation, climate change, and conservation have inspired many to join the movement towards a greener future.
Venturing into entrepreneurship, Bündchen launched her own line of skincare products, “Sejaa Pure Skincare,” emphasizing organic and natural ingredients. Her entrepreneurial pursuits underscore her commitment to holistic well-being and align with her values of promoting health and sustainability.
Gisele Bündchen’s philanthropic endeavors underscore her compassionate nature and desire to make a positive impact. Through her support for charitable organizations dedicated to children’s education, environmental conservation, and social causes, she actively contributes to improving the lives of others.
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In addition to her professional achievements, Gisele Bündchen cherishes her role as a mother and wife. Married to NFL quarterback Tom Brady, the couple prioritizes creating a nurturing environment for their children while balancing their personal and professional lives with grace and dedication.
Bündchen’s illustrious modeling career has earned her immense success, making her the highest-paid model globally from 2002 to 2017. With earnings totaling approximately $500 million from her modeling and endorsement ventures alone, she stands as a testament to hard work and determination.
Gisele and Tom’s real estate ventures include a gated home in Brookline, Massachusetts, initially listed at $40 million. Despite a price reduction to $33.9 million in 2020, their real estate holdings reflect their luxurious lifestyle and investment savvy.
Gisele Bündchen’s unparalleled career as a supermodel, coupled with her commitment to sustainability, philanthropy, and family, cements her status as an inspirational figure beyond the fashion industry. Her influence transcends the runway, leaving an enduring legacy of empowerment areness about deforestation, climate change, and conservation efforts. Bündchen’s advocacy for the environment has inspired others and led to her involvement in initiatives promoting a greener and more sustainable future.

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Vancouver, B.C. —It’s day one of 9-1-1 Awareness Week in British Columbia and the regional emergency communication centre for southwest B.C. – E-Comm – reports accidental, non-emergency and general information calls continue to swamp call-takers.
“People might be surprised to know we receive hundreds of accidental calls every day,” says E-Comm spokeswoman Jody Robertson. “These calls come from cell phones for the most part and have the potential for getting in the way of real emergency calls.”
As part of awareness week, the centre is asking for help from cell phone owners by making sure they store their devices carefully (e.g. not carrying loosely in a purse, back pocket or knapsack where keys can be accidentally pressed), and to not pre-program 9-1-1 into any phone. Doing these two things will help reduce accidental calls. The public can also help by staying on the line and not hanging up if they dial 9-1-1 accidentally.
But accidental calls are not the only issue. The centre reports that callers are also using 9-1-1 to ask general questions regarding everything from power outages to traffic updates to when clocks should be turned back.
“9-1-1 is for police, fire, or medical emergencies when immediate action is required: someone’s health, safety or property is in jeopardy or a crime is in progress,” says Robertson. “9-1-1 is not an information line and we’re imploring people not to use this important lifeline in this way.”
Recently an E-Comm 9-1-1 call-taker even reported that an irate fast-food customer dialed 9-1-1 to complain that her chicken sandwich wasn’t up to snuff. “We’re here to help people when they need it most,” explains Roxana Higgins, a seven-year police call-taking veteran. “It can be frustrating to receive calls like this because while they’re complaining about a refund, someone in trouble could need me.”
During Emergency Service Dispatchers’ and 9-1-1 Awareness Week, which runs April 8-15, E-Comm is reaching out to the community to recognize the contribution of 9-1-1 professionals who work behind the scenes to support emergency response and to raise awareness about accidental calls, non-emergency calls and “knowing your location”—three key areas where the public can have a major impact. It’s also asking residents to follow its new Twitter feed, @ecomm911_info, for need-to-know information about 9-1-1 service, emergency info, and tips for helping to keep the emergency system as efficient as possible on a day-to-day basis and in the event of a major crisis.
E-Comm answers more than one million 9-1-1 calls each year for Metro Vancouver, the Sunshine Coast, Whistler, Squamish and the southern portion of the Squamish-Lillooet Regional District. For tips on using 9-1-1 and more information about E-Comm visit www.ecomm911.ca
Media contact: Jody Robertson 604-215-4956
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- E-Comm will be tweeting regularly under the #911awareness hashtag during Dispatchers’ and 9-1-1 Awareness Week. Media note: news releases and other info of media interest from E-Comm will disseminated through our Twitter handle @ecomm911_info – please follow us.
- As the first point of contact between emergency services and those who need help, call-takers and dispatchers focus their efforts on collecting, prioritizing and disseminating significant and crucial information to responders en route and on-scene at emergency events.
- The province of British Columbia has proclaimed April 8-15 Emergency Service Dispatchers’ and 9-1-1 Awareness Week in honour of the report agents, call-takers, and dispatchers who are “a calm voice for people in crisis and the eyes and ears of responders until they arrive on scene.”
- The proclamation also recognizes the technical and support staff of emergency services for their behind-the-scenes support of frontline call-takers and dispatchers (a copy of the proclamation is available at ecomm911.ca)
- Five E-Comm staff members are currently featured in an education campaign-they are residents of Port Coquitlam, Surrey and Vancouver.
- E-Comm received 1,031,326 calls to 9-1-1 in 2010 (70% of 9-1-1 calls were directed to police; 24% were directed to ambulance and 6% were directed to fire agencies)
- 55% of 9-1-1 calls are now placed from cell phones (567,000 in 2010)
- Approximately 2,800 calls a day are placed to 9-1-1; E-Comm conservatively estimates 200 accidental calls each day


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(LEX 18) — Ethan the dog is heading to Florida to receive an award for Shelter Hero Dog in the 2022 American Humane Hero Dog Awards.
Ethan was nominated in June for a national Hero Dog Award from the American Humane nonprofit organization. He gained nationwide attention after he was left for dead at the Kentucky Humane Society in January of last year.
People can vote once a day everyday through September 13.
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The first-ever comprehensive study of all randomised controlled trials (RCTs) in veterinary homeopathy has been completed and published in the peer-reviewed journal Homeopathy.1 The two-year study, which covered all RCTs of homeopathic intervention (treatment and/or prevention) in any animal species, was conducted by three experts in the field of homeopathic research: Dr Robert Mathie, Research Development Adviser for the British Homeopathic Association, and Ms Daniela Hacke and Dr Jürgen Clausen from the Carstens Foundation, Germany.
“In its application to veterinary medicine, homeopathy has been reported in the treatment of many medical conditions in livestock and domestic animals. Although there are a number of well-known RCTs in veterinary homeopathy, a full study of all the research in this field had never previously been carried out,” said Dr Mathie.
From an exhaustive search of the entire world literature of RCTs in homeopathy, 38 substantive, peer-reviewed reports of RCTs of homeopathic treatment or prevention in veterinary medicine were identified. These covered seven species and 27 medical conditions, and there were similar numbers of treatment and prevention trials.
The authors now plan to take these studies forward to a full systematic review, the results of which will be eagerly anticipated.
For some the use of homeopathy in the treatment of animals is more controversial than its use in the treatment of people. But with politicians and the medical and veterinary professions becoming increasingly concerned over the excessive use of drugs in livestock farming, further scientific studies into how this complementary medicine could offer a safer alternative are needed. Following the publication of this important paper, future research in veterinary homeopathy will now be better informed.
1. Mathie RT, Hacke D, Clausen J. Randomised controlled trials of veterinary homeopathy: Characterising the peer-reviewed research literature for systematic review. Homeopathy 2012; 101: 196–203. [doi: 10.1016/j.homp.2012.05.009]

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Limited Edition - The Scholar, The Laborer, and The Toiler of the Soil
Limited edition item, with a historical mission: The Jewish Palestine Pavilion was established at the New York World's Fair 1939 by the Jewish Yishuv in Israel, which for the first time presented the idea of a national home for the Jewish people and its enterprises in Eretz Israel to a wide audience.
Artist Maurice Ascalon (1913-2003) was commissioned to create the The Scholar, The Laborer, and The Toiler of the Soil to adorn the façade of the Pavilion and chose to illustrate what he anticipated would be three key facets of the Jewish state: education, industry and agriculture.
At the end of the fair, Ascalon’s sculpture could not be returned to Israel because of shipping restrictions during World War II which broke out during the Fair. A sale of all of the Pavilion’s contents took place in October 1940. The sculpture was purchased for $2,500 and donated to the Spertus Institute for Jewish Learning and Leadership in Chicago.
Spertus, together with the Ascalon family and Toronto-based Zionist memorabilia collector David Matlow, are exploring opportunities for the sculpture to be displayed in Israel, completing a round trip that began in the 1930s.
The statuette is a reproduction of Ascalon's copper relief statue, and was launched in a limited edition on May 14, 2023, exactly 84 years after the pavilion's opening day at the exhibition, and 75 years after the declaration of independence of Israel. The edition includes only 250 units, of which 150 are white, and 100 are mint green as an homage to the statue's original color - patina green. All units are numbered and come with a certificate of authenticity.
Limited edition of 250 units: 150 in white, and 100 in mint green, as an homage to the statue's original color - patina green.
- Material: Resin
- Weight: 1 kg
- Dimensions: 23cm(H) X 18cm(W) X 5cm(D)
- Outer packaging dimensions: 33X31X9 cm
- Launch date: 14/5/2023
- The base of each unit is numbered
- Signed certificate of authenticity is included
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5 Unforgettable Locations for Destination Weddings
When it comes to planning a destination wedding, the possibilities are endless! There are so many different places in the United States where you can host your big day, whether it’s on the overlooking Table Rock Lake or on top of one of Colorado’s many mountains, each location will make your day unforgettable and unique. Here are five of the best unique locations for destination weddings without the need for a passport.
What is a destination wedding
A destination wedding is a wedding that takes place away from the hometown of the bride or groom. Most people choose to have destination weddings to create a unique experience for themselves, their family, and their guests, —you can choose practically any location in the world as your wedding location, a destination wedding doesn’t necessarily mean you’re leaving the country. Destination weddings do tend to be pricier than a traditional wedding, but it’s often seen as a way of making a statement about your relationship or simply creating memories you’ll cherish forever. Take a look at some of these unique destination weddings.
Breckenridge is home to miles of hiking trails, breathtaking scenery, and skiing. It’s also a great place to get married; there are several historic hotels in town, as well as outdoor venues that offer views of city. While destination weddings aren’t cheap, they can make this centrally located area an unforgettable experience. Before choosing Breckenridge as your wedding location, you should consider how you’ll celebrate with friends and family who might not be able to make it. Keep costs down by celebrating at your hotel after dinner—and if possible, get married before everyone else arrives on a different day or at another venue altogether!
Santa Fe, New Mexico
Santa Fe is located in northern New Mexico and is one of the most distinct cities you’ll ever visit. Known as the Land of Enchantment, Santa Fe captures the same spirit that surrounds all of New Mexico with its art galleries, outdoor concerts, and mountain-range views. It’s a destination wedding spot that rivals any other city on the continent—it simply has that feeling about it that no other place does.
St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands
The U.S. Virgin Islands is a Caribbean island chain, and the southernmost of the islands are more than 100 miles off the coast of Florida. Without the need for a passport, you can visit these beautiful islands without any additional documentation. The warm tropical climate and crystal clear water makes for a landscape you and your guests will never be able to forget. St. Thomas is the biggest island, and arguably has some of the best beaches and destinations in the entire USVI region.
The Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art, designed by world-renowned architect Moshe Safdie, is home to an impressive collection of American art and sculpture. But the real beauty at Crystal Bridges isn’t contained within the galleries—it’s the surrounding landscape. With more than 1,500 acres of outdoor space, it has everything you need to throw a wedding that’s as unique and unforgettable as your guests. From lakeside views to rolling hills and serene trails, Crystal Bridges’ wooded grounds are picture-perfect in every season. Come springtime (or anytime really), visitors can take a stroll through Bentonville’s botanical gardens—the largest and most diverse public garden collection in Arkansas. Crystal Bridges offers an incredible wedding package that overlooks the beautiful and unique architecture.
Ridgedale, MO may be a small dot on the map, but it is home to one of the most beautiful wedding venues in the country. Top of the Rock is a stunningly gorgeous wedding location, nestled at the top of an Ozark mountain and boasting an excellent view of the surrounding countryside and Table Rock Lake. This venue has hosted many events, including theatrical performances and golf tournaments, but the weddings in the Wine Cellar are some of the most luxurious you can imagine. With artifacts excavated from the grounds, a view that rivals none, and a special cannon ceremony to celebrate your wedding, Top of the Rock is unlike any venue you’ve ever seen before. Just think about how gorgeous your wedding pictures would look at sunset with its End of the Trail Statue as the backdrop!
Some of the advantages to having a destination wedding in the US include the opportunities to incorporate unique local elements into your celebrations, as well as an amazing range of locations that are just a plane ride away. Whether you choose Arkansas, Colorado, Missouri or any other number of beautiful states, you’ll be sure to have a day that’s both memorable and exciting. Just remember to bring an officiant along!
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The little village of Bale in Croatia was definitely one of my favourites out of all we visited in Istria.
A couple of months ago I discovered a new British brand, Justine Tabak. She works with small local manufacturers and uses mostly British made fabrics.
I’m ready to man-repel with my new summer bag, a Birkin basket, inspired by the one and only Jane Birkin, a 70s icon who still inspires me and so many others today.
COS recently released a very special collection to celebrate their tenth year, 10 – a limited collection of ten pieces for women, men and children. The pattern-cutters and designers worked together to create each item with minimum waste.
Trying out the trend for wearing dresses over jeans, in my favourite Marina London silk dress and a new pair of ME+EM wide leg jeans.
Slipping into spring with a pleated green skirt, the first green item in my wardrobe for years but not the last.
I’m not averse to a cheeky frill, they bring a hint of femininity to my often tomboyish looks. Frills were a major trend last season and continue to be this one.
Finally, I’ve got hold of a pair of these amazing earrings from The Finery. I’ve worn them just once and have already been complimented on them many times. If you’re a fan (ha, ha), you better get over to their site quickly as I think they’re going to disappear again fast.
The tailored track pant trend is one that’s been hard to miss. Whilst brands like ME+EM spotted the trend a while ago it’s taken Chloé to bring it to the glossies and the legs of every other editor during fashion month.
I love a bright sunny day in winter, it perks me up even if it does have me wrapping up. The clothes I wear can have as much of a positive affect on me and my mood as the weather does.


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Wellesley seniors will host a music festival 5-7:30 p.m. May 11 in WHS’s cafeteria courtyard, 50 Rice St., Wellesley Hills.
For WHS seniors, the end of April break marks the end of academics as usual and the beginning of a six-week “senior project,” which adds value to the community and gets students out of the classroom just as senioritis hits its high. Some senior projects assist teachers in elementary schools; others help local nonprofits or aid town efforts to boost sustainability, arts or recreation. Still others create public offerings —an album, play or concert.
This year, one group of students will tackle multiple objectives in a project that will help students at Hunnewell School, produce an album of rock music and culminate in a music festival dubbed the “Courtyard SunFest.”
The project leaders are all members of a 2-year-old student band named Fuller Brook Zoo, which includes seniors Scott Johnson, Evan Egger, Sam Marram, Ari Natansohn, Liam Skelly, Cypress Smith, Anand Ghorpadey, Cam Field, Jeff Pinsker-Smith and junior Emma Downie.
“Our senior project is going to be the highlight of our entire experience,” said band leader Scott Johnson. In addition to recording and producing a Fuller Brook Zoo album, the project is working with Hunnewell fifth graders on an original piece of music by Johnson. The fifth grade students will perform for their school on May 10 and at the Courtyard SunFest on May 11. In addition to featuring Fuller Brook Zoo, and its repertoire of covers from classic rock, Motown, soul and indie rock, the SunFest will showcase WHS a cappella groups and the WHS Jazz Combo. Food trucks, a moon bounce unit, games and other attractions will round out the festival.
“We are working with many people to make this event happen,” said band member Ari Natansohn. “We plan on creating what will look and feel like a professional stage, with professional lighting and sound.” Natansohn hopes the festival will draw a large crowd.
In many ways the festival will be a capstone project for the band, which has played at venues ranging from house parties to concert stages including The Cantab Lounge, The Middle East, The Lower Level and TCAN in Natick.
“Our most memorable show was at The Cantab Lounge, an Irish pub, on St. Patrick’s Day,” said Sam Marram. “We played a two-hour show on a Friday night for a crowd of over 60, where people danced the entire time. The crowd’s energy fed into our own.”
Rehearsing for the album and SunFest are another focus of the project team. A typical rehearsal takes place in Johnson’s basement, outfitted with all necessary equipment.
“We know a song is ready in rehearsal when we’ve played it through five times with no mistakes and it feels right,” said Liam Skelly. He added the first time the band found its sound was when Johnson introduced the song “Valerie” by Amy Winehouse at rehearsal.
“When we played the first chorus, and the three-part harmony rang loud, we all stopped in dead silence,” said Skelly. “We laughed at the beautiful music we had just created, knowing it was just a start.”
Next year, band members will put their sound on hold as they head to college, but on May 11, they hope music lovers of all ages will join them at the SunFest.
“This event is open to all, and there will be plenty to enjoy,” said Marram. Tickets, available at the WHS Performing Arts website or at the door, cost $5 for adults, $3 for students and seniors and are free for children under 10. Doors open at 4:30 p.m..
Proceeds from the event will be donated to nonprofit Wellesley POPS, which subsidizes all performing arts events at WHS. “No matter where life takes us,” said Johnson. “[Fuller Brook Zoo members] will have a powerful bond. Not only have we become a well-established band, but we’ve become a family.”


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1. Specific – KPIs should be clearly and precisely defined
The key is to ensure the KPI(s) and surrounding mechanics are documented in a clear, precise and unambiguous way. This will minimise the possibility of future disputes and ensure there is a defined process in different scenarios. For example: how do you treat the ESG component if the transaction is closed out early? Areas to consider include (but are not limited to) the KPI definition, scope, timelines, methodology and consequences for failing to meet a target.
2. Measurable – KPIs should be quantifiable, objective and within the company’s control to deliver
ISDA suggests benchmarking KPIs against publicly recognised standards whether at a global, regional or local level; for example the UN’s Sustainability Development Goals (SDGs). This benchmarking can also help with verification (see below). ISDA recognises this isn’t always possible, hence as an alternative suggests that companies could benchmark versus their own performance.
3. Verifiable – Get them checked, and check who is doing the checking
The association proposes to verify whether a KPI has been met by following this process: Use 1) an independent third party or 2) one of the counterparties to the transaction. Clearly 1) is more straightforward – it reduces the chance of moral hazard, conflicts of interest and, of course, greenwashing. However, if not practical, ISDA suggests that the verifying counterparty develops and documents robust procedures in a readable format. In this scenario, it is important to consider the seniority and subject-matter expertise of the verifier, and, again, ensure a clear dispute resolution mechanism is agreed.
4. Transparency – Share as much as you legally and realistically can
Outside of establishing a process for sharing relevant information over the life of the transaction, ISDA highlights incorporating provisions that allow relevant information to be shared publicly. They believe this can support the impact of the SLD and the development of the market overall.
5. Suitable – Make them appropriate!
Clearly any KPIs need to be relevant to the counterparty and product they reference, but ISDA also highlights the importance of the impact that the SLDs should have and the term of the observation period - too short, and the effectiveness of the SLD may be called into question.


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- Only males have whiskers so they are similar to a moustache
- To attach to a sensory organ for proprioception
- To keep foreign objects away from the mouth and eyes
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Geological History: Classroom Concepts & Trail-Side Formations
*(Only Seasonal Walk on the East Side) Randy Kilian-Smith will explain the park's geology and limestone in the Outdoor Classroom and then lead a hike with further explanations including fluvial geology.
Please meet by 8:00 a.m. to sign up for an 8:15am sharp start at the outdoor classroom in Phil Hardberger Park East (13203 Blanco Rd.)
There will be stops along the trail where certain geological features will be explained with ample time for participant questions. Minors can participate only when accompanied by an adult parent/guardian. Difficulty: Easy, definitely suitable for families. Flat terrain, slow-paced. The walk is two to three miles and will end back at the classroom around 11 a.m.
The trail is a partly a natural surface so be sure to wear sturdy shoes, bring water, sun protection, and dress appropriately for the day. Suggested, not required, $3 individual or $5 family donations to the PHP Conservancy to support the park.
Contact Wendy Drezek at email@example.com or 493-0939 if you require further information.
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Trump’s 2024 marketing campaign has a unique look, for now
Donald Trump’s announcement that he is working for US president in 2024 wasn’t a lark, or a ploy to keep away from prosecution, as some have speculated. He is hitting the highway and laying the type of groundwork obligatory for a severe bid to recapture the White Home.
Almost three months after saying his marketing campaign, the previous president made his first marketing campaign foray out of his adopted dwelling state of Florida on Saturday.
In New Hampshire, he addressed a gathering of the Republican Celebration and introduced the outgoing state get together chair could be a senior adviser to his marketing campaign. And on the state capitol in Columbia, South Carolina, he acquired the endorsements of the state’s governor, Henry McMaster, and Senator Lindsey Graham.
The latter, a Trump confidante who expressed some disillusionment after the Capitol riot on 6 January 2021, is now again firmly within the fold.
“What number of instances have you ever heard, ‘We like Trump insurance policies, however we wish any individual new?” Mr Graham requested the gang. “There aren’t any Trump insurance policies with out Donald Trump. I used to be there.”
Mr Trump as soon as once more denied his 2020 defeat and informed supporters that he – not like any doable Republican alternate options – could be the best nominee in 2024.
“To alter the entire system, you want a president who can tackle the entire system and a president who can win,” he stated from the state capitol’s major corridor.
In each stops, Mr Trump touted what he stated was his document of success throughout his presidency and attacked President Joe Biden’s document on crime, immigration and the financial system.
Throughout the road, Todd Gerhardt, a Republican district govt committee member from close by Charleston, bought honey in Trump-shaped plastic bottles.
Mr Gerhardt was an early supporter of Mr Trump’s first presidential marketing campaign, organised a 2016 rally for him on South Carolina’s posh Kiawah Island, and lately visited the previous president’s Mar-a-Lago property for a fundraiser and to supply his honey for the marketing campaign’s present luggage.
He stated Mar-a-Lago had a festive ambiance because the Trump group equipped for the approaching struggle and he dismissed issues that Republican voters, in South Carolina and throughout the US, is perhaps on the lookout for a unique nominee this time round.
“When individuals discuss different candidates working they usually say I am going to do that, or I am going to try this, Trump has really accomplished it,” Gerhardt says. “He has all of the oxygen within the room.”
Earlier within the day, at a avenue market a couple of blocks away from the capitol, nevertheless, Mr Trump’s go to to Columbia appeared hardly to register. A patron at a neighborhood espresso store groused about it being inappropriate for the previous president to carry a marketing campaign occasion on state property, however most didn’t even know he was on the town.
“There does not appear to be the identical enthusiasm for Trump this time round,” stated one other native.
It is no coincidence that the primary two stops of Mr Trump’s third presidential marketing campaign have been South Carolina and New Hampshire. The 2 states may show to be central to Mr Trump’s technique to retake the White Home.
Whereas Iowa is the primary state to carry a Republican presidential nomination contest in 2024, Mr Trump completed third there in 2016 and the evangelical Christians who dominate the state’s Republican voters may very well be eying different doable candidates, like former Vice-President Mike Pence and former Secretary of State Mike Pompeo.
New Hampshire and South Carolina, nevertheless, offered Mr Trump with a one-two punch that catapulted him to the entrance in 2016 – a lead he by no means relinquished.
They may do the identical in 2024. Actually, each Republican presidential nominee since 1980 has gained the South Carolina main, making it distinctive among the many conventional early-voting states.
South Carolina may show to be a singular problem for Mr Trump this time round, nevertheless. He faces potential challenges from Senator Tim Scott in addition to the state’s former governor, Nikki Haley.
If it is a pivotal second for Mr Trump, it comes at a time when public opinion polls are beginning to stabilise for him after his help dropped within the aftermath of Republicans’ disappointing ends in November’s midterm congressional elections.
An Emerson Ballot carried out earlier this week discovered 55% of Republican voters supporting Mr Trump, effectively forward of the 29% for Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who has not introduced a presidential bid however is seen to be the previous president’s most formidable rival. A Monmouth ballot in December had Mr DeSantis forward by double-digits.
Earlier this week, Meta introduced that it was lifting the suspension it had positioned on Mr Trump’s accounts within the aftermath of the assault on the US Capitol by his supporters. Though the previous president has but to renew posting to his accounts, his return may present one more alternative for voter outreach – and fundraising – as his nonetheless minimally staffed marketing campaign gears up for its 2024 run.
If rallies and Fb donations have been the gas for Mr Trump’s previous White Home bids, his South Carolina cease was a unique type of operation.
With solely 300 introduced attendees, it was a decidedly low-key occasion in comparison with his typical area gatherings, with their carnival ambiance. Apparel tended towards sport coats and clothes, not Make America Nice Once more hats and Let’s Go Brandon t-shirts.
To win a 3rd Republican presidential nomination, nevertheless, Mr Trump will want the help of the political rank-and-file in states like New Hampshire and South Carolina, in addition to his rally-going loyalists. And whereas Mr Trump’s nationwide polls present continued power, a latest South Carolina survey had almost half of Republican voters expressing a desire for “another person” apart from Mr Trump.
“Another person” is not going to seem on main ballots, nevertheless. And with simply over a 12 months till voting begins, whereas he’s nonetheless the one introduced candidate, Donald Trump is testing out new methods to make that pitch.
“They stated he is not doing rallies and he is not campaigning, possibly he is misplaced his step,” Mr Trump stated in New Hampshire. “I am extra offended now and I am extra dedicated now than I ever was.”

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Pictured here is the magnificent Burnt Ends Sanger. Think extremely flavourful pulled pork packed between two pillowy-soft fluffy buns. Just look at the ratio of meat to bun! Every bite was an explosion of flavours and a party in my mouth! Too good, just too good. I have been dreaming about this, and I will definitely be back soon for this gorgeous creation, and also those Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies.
The Leek, Hazelnut and Black Truffle ($45) was lavishly topped with slices of black truffle as you can see. While I always say no to vegetables, I was confident that Burnt Ends will make vegetables tasty, and, as I expected, they did not disappoint. The distinct flavour of leek was still very present, but not overwhelmingly so. It was also brilliantly complemented by the nuttiness of the hazelnut which also added a lovely crunch. If you're craving for a vegetable dish, this should do it for you.
At $70/100g, the Blackmore's Striploin certainly carried a hefty price tag. We decided on a 150g cut and were shown the cut before it was prepared. The beef took really really long to arrive and we had to check on it twice, but I guess it was well worth the wait! Rocking a beautiful shade of pink, the tender and juicy beef was beautifully cooked and just impeccable. The texture of the beef was on point, and it had a thin layer of fat, which was just about the right amount so that you don't feel that it's overwhelmingly rich. Heck, I don't think you will ever get sick of this dish to be honest! Don't be surprised if you find yourself savouring every bite slowly, wishing that it would never end. Because, that's exactly what I was wishing myself.
The Marron($100) was a last-minute order from us and we were incredibly happy that we ordered it because it was absolutely deliciously. The meat was firm, and succulent, and that kombu beurre blanc handsomely slathered on top was to die for. Even Maureen who's allergic to shellfish tried it and loved it! I was scraping every possible bit of flesh off and using them to wipe up as much sauce as possible. Great quality seafood executed to perfection, it can't get any better than this. The marron really stole the show!
Here's the menu which changes daily depending on what's in season and the fresh produce the team can procure that day.
Lunch at Burnt Ends was definitely one of the most memorable meals of 2020 for me. The modern barbecue restaurant with an open concept kitchen totally deserves its one Michelin star and numerous accolades — World's 50 Best and Asia's 50 Best. There's magic in cooking with wood indeed. I will be back, Burnt Ends!


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The Dart Valley Trail is one of South Devon’s most favoured walking routes, and this comes as no surprise....
The Romans had a saying: “It is solved by walking”. The proverb was used as a cure-all for any of the many problems that life tends to throw our way, and the advice was practical: keep going and the solution will present itself. There’s no doubt that a hike is good for the mind. The automatic and repetitive nature of putting one foot in front of the other helps us declutter our minds, to look at problems afresh when we come back to them. When you couple that with the obvious health benefits of physical exercise and the spiritual effects of surrounding yourself with the natural world, it’s clear to see why hiking in Devon is such a popular pastime.
Hiking in Devon is also one of the best ways to get to know the region and its many hidden delights. Down in the South Hams, there is something to suit all ages and abilities, from gentle beach strolls to cross country treks.
If you’re looking to get healthy or escape the congestion of the city, why not make hiking in Devon a key focus of your next holiday? The best way to take in as much as possible is to rent one of the many luxury South Devon holiday cottages or apartments in the area to use as your base. That way you’ll have your own space when you return after an day of hiking in Devon.
The South Hams really spoils us for choice when it comes to hiking trails, but we’ll keep things simple here with three of the best local trails.
1. East Portlemouth To Gara Rock. This short, circular hiking trail is just over three miles and is a perfect summer stroll. Starting out on the Salcombe estuary you’ll get a bit of everything: beaches at East Portlemouth, woodland peppered with bluebells and a piece of this famous stretch of Coastal Path.
2. Dartmouth To Greenway. This is a longer trek and good for those who want a moderate challenge, but don’t want to feel like they’ve climbed Everest when they slump down on the sofa in their holiday cottage. Starting at Dartmouth you’ll get to take in the splendour of the Dart Valley, with its luscious woodland scenery. There are plenty of pit-stops on the way, but due to the rougher terrain and a couple of steep climbs, this isn’t suitable for little ones or pushchairs.
3. Salcombe To Hope Cove. This is a linear route, so either be prepared for the hike back, or catch one of the buses that runs between the two. From Salcombe you’ll follow the rugged coastline, though it’s a relatively gentle walk for the most part except for a couple of steep climbs. The views over the sea are incredible and there are plenty of coves to explore and little detours you can take off the path, including to the remains of an old Iron Age fort as you near Hope Cove.
We have lots more information about the best South Devon walks here. If the prospect of hiking in Devon appeals to you, consider taking a holiday in the beautiful South Hams. The best part is that you’ll never be far from a welcoming pub or a town or village to help break up your trek. Pull on your boots, grab your hiking sticks and find out why Devon is one of the UK’s best destinations for hiking holidays.


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Howard Miller Traditional Display Curio Cabinet with Decorative Pediment
- Features a pediment crowned with richly detailed leaves and a beautiful shell at its center.
- The fluted columns offer column caps that are decoratively detailed to match the pediment.
- Beveled glass on the front nicely frames your collectibles.
- Embassy Cherry finish on select hardwoods and veneers is lightly distressed for an aged appearance.
- Halogen lighting for brighter, whiter, longer-lasting light to illuminate your collectibles.
- Adjustable levelers under each corner provide stability on uneven and carpeted floors.
- Cabinet is illuminated by an interior light.
- Locking door for added security.
- Glass shelves can be adjusted to any level within your cabinet.
- Plate grooves for vertical display of plates.
- No-Reach light switch is conveniently located on the back of the cabinet.
- Pad-Lock cushioned metal shelf clips increase stability and safety.
- Designed and Assembled in the USA.
Overall Curio Cabinet Dimensions:
- Height 84.75" (215 cm)
- Width 36.75" (93 cm)
- Depth 14.5" (37 cm)

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1 to 2 hours. Stay in until you feel you are ready to get out.
You don’t wear anything while floating.
Yes. To extend the life of the filtration system, showering beforehand is extremely important. Using the shower afterwards is also suggested to remove the coating of Epsom salt that is left on the skin and hair.
No. In fact, the less you do the better. It may take a couple sessions to get the hang of it.
Yes: If you are comfortable and can control your menstruation in a swimming pool, then you can do so in a float tank.
The dimensions of a standard Float Lab Sensory Deprivation Tank are 5′ Wide 8′ Long x 7′ High.
Relaxation Reduces Stress Improves sleep patterns Normalizes blood pressure Enhances ability to stay focused and concentrate Unlocks the creative centers in your brain Strengthens immune system Pain relief from injuries/ailments Helps reduce addictive behavior Alleviates symptoms of depression and anxiety Relieves inflammation in joints Speeds recovery from Jet lag
A sensory deprivation tank provides a light- and sound-free environment containing 12″ of solution consisting of water and about 1000 lbs. of dissolved Epsom salt. The fluid temperature is maintained at external body temperature [around 95˚]. Inside the sensory deprivation tank, the participant floats effortlessly without gravitational requirements and neither sound nor light input to [...]

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Let’s be honest: how often do you actually floss? We know that when you come to the dentist office this question is often the most annoying one that you hear. That’s because after it is asked, it is followed by your dentist or dental hygienist probing your gum line which is often painful and comes with a bit of advice that you likely do not want to hear. Believe us, your dentist is only poking at your gums because he cares about you. Unfortunately, caring about you in this capacity can often lead to you finding out that you in fact have gum disease. When this occurs there are several stages that you will likely go through. Below you can find the seven stages of gum disease.
Stage 1: You’re in Shock
At first, you’re likely going to experience a bit of shock. After all, you brush your teeth every single day, twice a day and you floss will you remember to. How in the world can you have gum disease? The good thing to know is that gum disease can be located in one specific area. Alternatively, it can also affect the whole mouth. We know you may have expected to hear that you had a cavity or two but gum disease, really?
Stage 2: You’re in Denial
The next stage you’re going to go through is obviously denial. Clearly someone has done something wrong. Your tests aren’t correct or your dentist is looking at someone else’s file. Unfortunately, this simply is not the case. Gum disease is diagnosed through dental X-rays, visual exams, and measuring the pocket depth in your gums. It may seem crazy that you can have gum disease when you were never diagnosed with the more mild form of gum disease known as gingivitis. Unfortunately, it is important to listen to your dentist at this time as this is likely not a mistake.
Stage 3: You’re Anger
It is fairly common that people will get angry at this point once they realize that their diagnosis is actually real. This anger also stems from misunderstanding much of the time as gum disease can be caused by or made worse by conditions such as diabetes, pregnancy hormones, prescription drugs and many other things. Unfortunately, gum disease can also be a genetic condition that you did not contribute to at all. Therefore, anger is an acceptable emotion.
On the other hand, gum disease is most often caused by not flossing enough, not flossing properly, or not at all. This anger is likely heightened if your dentist has been telling you for a while that you need to improve your flossing habits. All your anger is completely acceptable. But you should not give up. You still have options.
Stage 4: You Begin Bargaining
Many people want to just skip this diagnosis and get on with her dental visit. For the most part, we get a lot of questions about whether or not you can simply get your cleaning and go home. Unfortunately, the short answer is no. If you’ve been diagnosed with gum disease it should not be ignored. While this is frustrating it is going to lead you having a healthier smile if you choose to have the recommended treatment. Scaling and root planing, also known as a deep dental cleaning, is not an upsell of any sort. It is an important dental procedure that will help your gums repair some of the damage that has already been done to them by this disease.
Stage 5: You Experience Helplessness
You may want to give up at this point. After all, why should you bother if the damage is already done? On the other hand, it is very important to note that gum disease is both treatable and curable. Not to mention, many dental insurance companies absolutely cover gum disease treatment. With the help of your dentist and a better flossing regimen you may find that your gum disease disappears with time or at least improves.
Stage 6: You Take Action
Now that you know there is a plan you can take to improve your condition, it’s time to take action. This is likely going to be done over multiple visits where you will have scaling and root planing completed. After gum disease treatment you will likely have a follow up a week or two after to confirm that you are healing alright. You may need to come in for maintenance every two to three months to ensure that the gum disease has not returned and that it is truly gone.
Stage 7: Maintenance and Victory
This is the fun part. You’ve reached a point where your gums and your teeth are back on track. Your dentist is likely far happier with the state of your current oral health and so are you.


text: This book was inspired by my children, especially my oldest daughter. My daughters were encouraged to write their prayers on paper, and then on the same paper, they were to write out the answers to their prayers. After about a month, I took the prayers they had written down and began to read them, and I was taken aback with the level of intensity and clarity in my oldest daughters writing. This book is a tool that can be used by parents to increase their childs understanding of prayer, the importance of prayer, and the skills needed to continue in their passion for prayer. This book was designed to encourage children to increase their personal skills and to work on developing skills not only for now but for Life.


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West Bellfort Avenue panel replacement
Stella Link bridge As part of Project Brays, a con- struction project on the Stella Link Road bridge over Brays Bayou has been substantially completed, with 20-foot-high walls with handrails at the southern edge of the bridge that extend more than 450 feet upstream and over 150 feet down- stream. Some concrete work along the channel still must be completed before the project is considered officially finished. Timeline: fall 2019-March 2021 Cost: $7.9 million Funding source: US Army Corps of Engineers, HCFCD
Hillcroft Avenue bridge The final items for the completion of the Hillcroft Avenue bridge raising project over Brays Bayou include new traffic signals, the removal of the existing signals and finishing the sidewalks at the intersections. The city of Houston has approved turning on the new signals, with work set to be completed over the next couple of months. Hillcroft is one of several bridge efforts for Project Brays. Timeline: TBD Cost: $3.3 million Funding source: US Army Corps of Engineers, Harris County Flood Control District
Linden Street alleyway change order Bellaire has hired ARKK Engineers to conduct design work for a new water line and pavement work in the alleyway north of Linden Street between Ferris Street and Fifth Street. Over the last three years, at least two water main breaks have occurred in the alley, which is used by residents and businesses. The change order adds to a Bonds for Bellaire 2016 Group A Phase 3 water line project, which will be ready to bid in a matter of weeks. Timeline: summer 2021-TBD Cost: $37,890 (design services) Funding source: Bonds for Better Bellaire
Contractors are replacing panels along West Bellfort Avenue near South Post Oak Road as part of a Houston City Council District K service fund project. Groundbreaking on the project kicked off near the end of February. Panel replacement is a street maintenance measure. Timeline: late February-mid-March Cost: $80,000 Funding sources: Houston City Council District K service funds, Houston Ded- icated Drainage and Street Renewal Fund, Metropolitan Transit Authority of Harris County general mobility fund
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During this symposium we will recognize the contributions of Dr. Cindy Whaley from Martin Luther College in New Ulm. Cindy has served as the President of the Southwest Area Reading Council for many years, was a member of the statewide literacy team, provided feedback on the English Language Arts standards during the last review, and has provided outstanding professional learning to pre-service and in-service teachers across the Midwest. Dr. Whaley's keynote address is entitled "The Lifelong Journey of a Successful Reader." It is our honor to recognize her commitment to the literacy community of Minnesota!
We will also be continuing our discussion of reading interventions from the summer book clubs and the Distinguished Scholar Symposium with Dr. Barbara Foorman. If you missed out on the previous events, jump into the conversation NOW! CEUs will be provided.
Cost: Free to Minnesota Academy of Reading members
Free to students
$10.00 for nonmembers
1:00 Welcome and Introductions- Dr. Keitha-Gail Martin-Kerr, President
1:05 Update from the Department of Education- Cory Stai and Jennifer Wazlawik,
MDE Literacy Specialists
1:20 Introduction of the 2018 Honoree
1:25 Keynote Address: "The Lifelong Journey of a Successful Reader"- Dr.
2:15 Refreshments- Dr. Joan Sax-Bendix, Membership Director of MAR
2:30 Small Group Discussions- Dr. Debra S. Peterson, Past President of MAR
- What does it take to ensure that all students are successful readers?
-What does research say about the components of effective reading
interventions in Tier 1 and Tier 2?
-What have been your experiences with reading interventions? What
successes and challenges have you experienced?
3:30 Sharing Key Points and Action Steps
Twin Cities Reading Council (TCARC) and Scholastic Education invite you to join us for a special EQUITY and LITERACY workshop featuring author, literacy expert, international presenter, founding director of LitWorld
Every Child a Super Reader: Engaging Students for School Success
Pam Allyn's 7 Strengths Model, built on a social-emotional framework that honors children's languages, cultures, communities, and stories, builds a safe and loving environment in which to cultivate super readers and writers who believe in themselves and are ready for college, career, and civic engagement.
11411 Masonic Home Drive, Bloomington, MN 55437
$30 - MRA Member
$40 - NON-Member
$65 - NEW Member (includes event plus one-year MRA $35.00 membership value) $10.00 Savings!
8:15-8:30 Breakfast, Sign In, Book Sales
8:45-12:15 Pam Allyn
12:15-12:30 Door Prizes, CEUs, Book Sales
Download the flyer here or visit mnreading.org for more information.
The Minnesota Reading Association is again sponsoring a writing award for the K-12 students of our members. Students may submit an original written piece to be enjoyed by their peers. Winners will be recognized on the MRA website as well as at our Celebrate Literacy Reception on March 2, 2018.
For more information, please visit: https://goo.gl/QpLrBb.

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February 6, 2019 – March 10, 2019
Cyrano de Bergerac
February 6, 2019 >> March 10, 2019
“My heart always timidly hides itself behind my mind.”
A brilliant poet and soldier, Cyrano de Bergerac apparently has it all—except the confidence to win the heart of his beloved Roxane. Lacking traditional good looks and the ability to truly “fit in”, Cyrano partners with his handsome friend Christian, also in love with Roxane but lacking Cyrano’s way with words. Together, the two make a formidable suitor as Cyrano expresses his true feelings for Roxane in the only we he feels he can—through love letters apparently written by Christian. Synetic Theater will apply their unique physical storytelling – and a stylistic twist – to this commedia-inspired wordless adaptation of Cyrano.
Performances: Wed – Sat at 8pm, Sun at 2pm
Tickets start at $30.
This production is recommended for ages 6 & up and includes audience participation.
Vato Tsikurishvili makes his directing debut at Synetic with Cyrano!
About The Director
A native of the Republic of Georgia, Vato Tsikurishvili is an award-winning actor, choreographer, and educator with more than a decade of experience imparting Synetic Theater’s unique style to audiences and students of all ages.
Performing with his parents, Synetic co-founders Paata and Irina Tsikurishvili, since the age of 4, Mr. Tsikurishvili also has an extensive athletic background, having trained in fencing under Olympic coach Vladimir Nazlymov and in gymnastics with his grandfather, the world-renowned Olympic coach Arnold Kvetenadze.
Performing credits include lead and supporting roles in dozens of Synetic productions: Host and Guest, Othello, Antony and Cleopatra, King Arthur, Macbeth, The Taming of the Shrew, Home of the Soldier, The Tempest, The Three Musketeers, Twelfth Night, The Picture of Dorian Gray, Hamlet… the rest is silence, Beauty and the Beast, Much Ado About Nothing, Alice in Wonderland, Dante’s Inferno, The Hunchback of Notre Dame, and Sleepy Hollow.
His recent work as fight choreographer includes The Hunchback of Notre Dame, Dante’s Inferno and The Man in the Iron Mask as well as Titus Andronicus and The Adventures of Peter Pan, for which he was also Assistant Director and Co-Director, respectively. Last season, Mr. Tsikurishvili co-directed The Mark of Cain at Synetic and was a Creative Assistant for The Trial.
Vato Tsikurishvili is a 9-time Helen Hayes Award nominee, receiving a Best Supporting Actor nomination for his work in Much Ado About Nothing, and two Outstanding Choreography nominations for The Adventures of Peter Pan and The Man in the Iron Mask. He has also been part of six Outstanding Ensemble Award-nominated casts, winning the award five times.
As an educator, Mr. Tsikurishvili has trained Synetic company members, travels throughout the DMV area teaching stage movement to students of all grade levels, serves as an instructor at Synetic Studio, and, alongside Irina Tsikurishvili, trains the Synetic Teen Company.
ABOUT THE CREATIVE TEAM:
Cyrano: Justin J Bell
Roxanne: Maryam Najafzada
Christian: Matt Stover
DeGuiche: Philip Fletcher
Time: Ana Tsikurishvili
Ensemble: Anne Flowers
Behind the scenes:
Director: Vato Tsikurishvili
Choreographer: Irina Tsikurishvili
Resident Stage Manager: Marley Giggey
Takeover Stage Manager: Sarah Kate Bode
Set Designer: Phil Charlwood
Resident Composer and Sound Designer: Koki Lortkipanidze
Costume Designer: Alison Samantha Johnson
Lighting Designer: Brian S. Allard
Assistant Lighting Designer: Nicki Franklin


The Sarpy County Sheriff's Office and Nebraska State Patrol recognized four individuals for lifesaving efforts on the job.
Lifesaving awards were presented to three sheriff's deputies and one state trooper on Tuesday morning.
Sarpy County Deputy Earl Johnson was recognized for a call he responded to Aug. 18. A 31-year-old man was found unresponsive at a home on 156th Avenue.
When Johnson arrived, he found the man's wife performing CPR and an agitated child. Johnson instructed to woman to take the child out of the room and he took over CPR. After a few minutes, the man started taking deep breaths. He was then taken to an Omaha hospital.
The second award was given to Sarpy County Deputies Katie Reeve and Kevin DeMarque and Nebraska State Patrol Trooper Tadum Knight.
The officers were dispatched to a call of a man standing on the ledge of the Highway 50 bridge over Interstate 80.
While remaining calm and trying to urge the man to step down, they observed him nearly lose his balance. Eventually, they were able to distract the man enough to grab him and take him onto the Highway 50 side of the ledge.
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Young people is our priority and education is our main target. A whole range of other issues lead to drug use, such as armed conflict and government instability making the country very vulnerable to drug use.
This has lead to a rise in HIV infections. The number of drug addicts has risen and we lack specialised facilities to treat them.
We appreciate the initiative by UNODC to support Africa’s growing drug issues. We need multi-sectoral aid in drug demand reduction.

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text: You'll love how she looks wearing our purple heart tie dye baby onesie. Heart the little hippie and dress her in this 100% cotton tie dyed baby onesie with crotch snaps, lap shoulder neck opening for easy dressing. Full-cut for better fit over diapers. Rib knit binding at neck, arm and leg holes. As with all of our tie dye, no two are alike.