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Welcome to the Dambusters Website
617 Squadron, RAF, "The Dambusters" was a single squadron formed during the Second World War to carry out a single special and dangerous task. That operation "Chastise" has since become a legend in the annals of military history and it possess all the traditionally admired military attributes of originality, surprise and heroism coupled with a very dramatic outcome. Operation Chastise has in many ways overshadowed the later exploits of the men who formed the squadron.
Over the last few years some people have questioned the actions of Bomber Command and the actions taken to destroy the industrial and domestic centres of Germany during the Second World War. I myself, have taken a sideline to this question. I do not condone or sanction what Bomber Command did in its attempt to destroy the industry of Germany. I believe that the most dangerous thing on this planet is man, as soon as people start to attack each other, the animal instinct takes over. Each will try to outwit or kill one another singly or in bulk should the chance arise. To this end any aspect of war is bad.
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People can pass comment on certain aspects of all wars but I do not believe it is right to criticise someone or something that they were not involved in or with. Modern information technology has made vast amounts of statistical and anecdotal evidence available to the historian but what sometimes gets lost in this mass of information is the immediacy and emotion caused by the raw fear of warfare. Normal reactions to events judged sitting in the arm chair by the fire side are not the same as those as when ones life and existance is tangibly at risk.
This website is a tribute to the personnel of and people associated 617 Squadron, "The Dambusters" primarily during the war years. It also serves as a tribute to all those of Bomber Command from whom the members of 617 Squadron were drawn, who served, fought, suffered or died during the Second World War.
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KES, Looking For Eric, The Wind That Shakes The Barley .... Celebrated Warwickshire film maker Ken Loach has been making landmark British films since the 60s.
He’s brought a social conscience to movies and shown the human face of changing Britain with his haunting and unforgettable images.
The Nuneaton lad would hate to be called a national treasure but, as he approaches his 75th birthday this year, he is still bringing out movies to knock the socks off cinema-goers.
He says he does not look back on past glories only ahead to his next project. “I’ve always thought it was a bit pointless to look back,” he says with a wry smile.
His latest film, the hard-hitting Route Irish, is out today and features comedian John Bishop and Liverpool 1 and Sorted actor Mark Womack in a fast-paced conspiracy thriller focusing on two Liverpool mates caught up with private security firms in Iraq.
Mark says “Ken has you do a lot of research” and he and John Bishop went to army boot camp to prepare for the film. “We were very comfortable with each other by the time it came to filming,” recalls Mark. “I was upset on the first day to be told John was dead. I felt pretty much how I imagine if feels to lose a friend. John was great because he knew all along and he kept it quiet.”
The movie brought the Nuneaton-born to Warwick Arts Centre in Coventry for a special screening and he chuckles when reminded of his honorary degree ceremony at Warwick University back in 1998.
“My mother was alive then and I looked like her in this damn hat I had to wear.”
We couldn’t find a picture of him with it on!
Ken went to King Edward VI School in Nuneaton and later Oxford with thoughts of being an actor. He appeared for a short time in satirical TV comedy That Was The Week That but admits acting never came easy. “I tried it for two years and did bit parts and parts in rep, but I wasn’t very successful.”
Ken happily moved behind the camera while working as a trainee in the BBC drama department and his directing career was launched.
But a love of acting and performing began at an early age from watching films at the local cinema to getting on his bike to catch top theatre productions.
“I used to regularly cycle from Nuneaton to Stratford to see Shakespeare when I was about 14 or so,” he remembers. “I used to buy a standing ticket to stand at the back and watch the plays before getting back on my bike and cycling all the way home again through the back country roads.
“I saw Laurence Olivier and Vivien Leigh in Titus Andronicus in 1955. It’s quite a brutal and violent play and one character’s eyes are put out at one point and they used red ribbons to portray the blood. It was very effective... I fainted and had to be carried out.”
Before he started his National Service, Ken also had a stint as a dresser at the Belgrade Theatre in Coventry and confides: “I had to get the trousers pressed for the actors and things like that and I wasn’t really very good.”
Now living in Bath, the respected film director still keeps tabs on the fortunes of Nuneaton’s football team. He grew up near the old Boro ground and his father Jack was a season ticket holder who used to take him to see home games.
But Ken has never made a Midlands film – although he says he did think at one time of making a movie version of fellow Nuneaton resident George Eliot’s 1866 novel Felix Holt, The Radical.
“The dialogue,” he says with a sigh, “it’s so hard for a script. It would be best to start with a blank canvas and the movie just never happened.”
Ken devotes about three years to a film project from start to finish and his next movie will be taking him back to Glasgow to work again with writer Paul Laverty, his long-time collaborator.
He grudgingly admits the early morning alarm clock is not his favourite sound these days and late night shoots leave him tired, but they are Ken’s only concession to the passing years and his passion for films still shines through.
“Acting is very vulnerable and actors are very vulnerable. Say the wrong thing, and you can tip them off the right track,” warns Ken. “The power relationship is completely in the director’s favour. You’ve given someone a job and are directing them and it’s a very unequal relationship. You have to work very hard to establish trust.
“It’s easy to mislead an actor with a wrong word.”
He shrugs and says simply: “I find it best to just keep quiet.”
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Looking For Eric (2009): Soccer star Eric Cantona plays himself and proves an inspiration for a football-loving postman struggling with life.
The Wind That Shakes The Barley (2006): Multi-award winning film of the Irish Republican movement in the 1920s that was the toast of Cannes. The movie was awarded the highest honour of the Palme d’Or.
Land And Freedom (1995): An employed worker from Liverpool goes off to fight in the Spanish Civil War. The movie won a prize at Cannes.
Kes (1969): Powerful story of a friendless young boy’s relationship with a kestrel.
Cathy Come Home (1963): Ground breaking TV drama that exposed the tragedy of homelessness. Homeless charity Shelter was set up a week following the broadcast.


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My Name is Earl star Jaime Pressly let the cat out of the bag last night as she announced the sex of her baby to Jay Leno on The Tonight Show. The actress revealed to the audience that she won't find out the sex of the child until Monday, but that her doctor joked that it's either a boy or it has "a third leg. "
When asked how she deals with the pain, Pressly admitted, "I live off Tylenol," she confided. "The mood swings you can't do anything about. You want to stab people and you don't know why! I'm still tired. You wake up sleepy."
She went on adding, "I'm healthy, the baby's healthy, we're good.” Pressly also revealed that she lied and lied and lied about her pregnancy because she was one in a half months pregnant and was worried she would have a miscarriage. Pressly, who got engaged to boyfriend deejay Eric Cubiche, has not set a wedding date yet.
The blonde beauty looked fantastic in a cocktail dress by NY-based designer Jay Godfrey.

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Notice is hereby given that the Alabama peanut referendum will be held on April 20, 2023, during established office hours between
8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. To obtain a list of the 2023 polling places, growers can contact the Alabama Peanut Producers Association office at 334-792-6482, any APPA Board member or visit the association website at www.alpeanuts.com.
All persons engaged in the production of peanuts in Alabama for the years 2020, 2021 and 2022 shall be eligible to vote.
In the event the referendum is carried by a majority of those voting, then the assessment will be collected upon an order of the Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries to all persons, firms and corporations engaged in the business of purchasing peanuts in this state by deducting from the purchase price of peanuts at the rate of twelve and one-half cents ($0.125) per one hundred pounds of peanuts sold.
Polling locations for voting – https://www.alpeanuts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/2023-Referendum-Polling-Places-v.2.pdf

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Sport and Adventure Tourismav Simon Hudson629
Discover the secrets to success in sport-related tourism and adventure travel!This essential handbook of sport-related travel provides an in-depth look at an international industry growing by leaps and bounds. Sport and Adventure Tourism serves as a unique reference resource for sports and tourism professionals, educators and students, presenting an invaluable overview of a niche market that's rapidly outgrowing its niche. Covering every aspect of sport tourism from historical, economic, and sport-specific starting points, the book features thoughtful and incisive commentary from the foremost experts in the field.Presented in a concise, easy-to-read format, Sport and Adventure Tourism provides an unrivaled orientation to all facets of sport-related tourism and leisure management. Sports travel (both participatory and spectatorial) and adventure tourism are examined in terms of size and growth of the market, marketing and management strategies, and future prospects. The book includes international, up-to-date case studies, links to relevant Websites and an extensive roster of references.Sport and Adventure Tourism examines all aspects of sport-related tourism, including: planning, developing, and marketing an event skiing and snowboarding boating, sailing, and fishing the "phenomenon" of golf tourism mountain-based adventure tourism the growing spa industry virtual sports tourism-an alternative to travel This one-of-a-kind primer presents an informative study of sports, leisure, and adventure travel, covering everything from golf tourism to heli-skiing to sports event and spa tourism. A handbook for professionals, a textbook for academics, and a highly readable introduction for anyone interested in sport-related travel, Sport and Adventure Tourism is an essential guide for anyone who takes a not-so-leisurely approach to leisure time.
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About the Editor Contributors Foreword Preface Acknowledgments Chapter 1. An Introduction to Sport and Adventure Tourism Defining Sport Tourism Sport Tourism: The Supply Side A Profile of the Sport Tourism Industry Adventure Tourism The Future of Sport Tourism Summary Chapter 2. Historical Perspectives of Sports Tourism Introduction Greece: The Foundations The Persian Empire: The Soil and the Soul The Etruscans: Causal Influence Rome: The Aristocratic Expression Byzantium: A Glittering Civilization The Crusades: Picturesque and Eventful The Islamic Scene: Resources of the Earth Europe: The Recovery The Renaissance Period The English Enchantment: Knowledge to Reason The Eighteenth Century: Dominated by War The Nineteenth Century: The Stepping-Stones Mega Interests of the Twentieth Century Conclusion Chapter 3. Sport Event Tourism: Planning, Development, and Marketing Introduction What Is Sport Event Tourism The Sport Event Tourist Forces and Trends Shaping Sport Event Tourism Planning, Development, and Marketing Sport Event Tourism Case Study: Seminole County, Florida, Convention and Visitors Bureau Conclusions Useful Web Sites Chapter 4. Winter Sports Tourism Evolution of the Market Market Size Destinations Ski Field Location and Development The Consumer Future Prospects Case Study: Whistler Resort in Canada Appendix A: Hotel Markets Area of Origin Appendix B: Demographic Profiles of Whistler's Seasonal Visitors Relevant Web Sites Chapter 5. Marine Tourism Introduction Types of Marine Tourism Marketing Issues Management Issues Future Prospects Summary Case Study: Shoalwater Bay in the Great Barrier Reef, Australia Relevant Web Sites Chapter 6. Golf Tourism Introduction Golf History and Development of Golf Tourism The Development and Use of Golf As a Destination Marketing Tool Reasons for the Development of the Golf Tourism Product The Golf Market Product The World Golf Tourism Market Golf Tourism Effects Case Studies Conclusions Relevant Web Sites Chapter 7. Adventure Tourism Introduction The Commodification of Adventure What Is Adventure Tourism? Mountains and Commodification Theoretical Connections Case Study 1: Trekking in Nepal Influences upon British Adventure Tourism The Role of the Guide The Control of Information The Importance of Technical Developments Case Study 2: The Foundry Climbing Centre Conclusions: The Future Relevant Web Sites Chapter 8. The Business of Adventure Tourism Introduction The Evolution from Lifestyle to Business The Business Mosaic Adventure Business Administration Adventure Business Management Adventure Business Finance Risk Management Summary Case Study: Canadian Mountain Holidays (CHM) Relevant Web Sites Chapter 9. Spa and Health Tourism Introduction Defining Health and Spa Tourism Historical Dimensions of Health and Spa Tourism Supply of Health and Spa Tourism Demand for Health and Spa Tourism Conclusions Chapter 10. Virtual Sport Tourism Overview Technical Advancements Virtual Reality Participatory Modes Futures Index Reference Notes Included

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Virtual therapy poses challenges for children with special needs
MCALLEN - Hundreds of children with special needs are unable to visit their therapist amid the coronavirus outbreak.
Both therapists and parents are adapting to changes in the way children with special needs get treatment.
About 40% of hands on therapy have shifted to virtual therapy at the Kids Korner clinic.
Centers like Kids Korner will continue to monitor the virus for any adjustments reminding the community shelter in place is key
Tamaulipas governor orders more state police in Matamoros after cartel gun battle
McAllen mayor reflects on current term in office
Despite drop in unemployment rate, local restaurant struggling to hire more workers
Proposed state amendment would prevent nursing homes from blocking family visits
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The Lyric Hotel is a luxury hotel dedicated to music, dance and classical opera. This lyrical style is scattered over the hotel's 6 floors. At the entrance lobby, you will be in front of a play, as if you were attending a show which is about to begin. The multilingual staff will welcome give you advice during your stay.
To get to the rooms, you will cross corridors characterised by grey carpet floors decorated with a pattern of pink ribbon ballerina under your feet. The rooms offer a musical atmosphere and décor inspired to dance studios with natural wood flooring and mirrored walls. They are a haven of peace and feature elegant and sober furniture and bright colours that adorn the headboards and the sofas.
The hotel offers a delicious buffet breakfast to meet all tastes and desires. Guests can enjoy scrambled eggs, different varieties of breads, cereals, cold meats and cheese, yogurt, diet food, croissants, other pastries, fruits, juices and hot drinks.
To enjoy relaxing moments, enjoy the hotel's Spa offering Omnisens massages, a French company that owns a range of massages and body treatments products. The hotel also features a beautiful pool set under glass, a sauna, a steam room and a gym including treadmills and ellipticals.
Open from 11:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. from Monday to Friday, the tea-shop guarantees pleasant moments thanks to its pink and orange armchairs. You may enjoy delicious chocolates and macaroons made by Daniel Mercier and drink cold beverages.
The Lyric Hotel rises in a quiet street just 450 metres from the Opéra Garnier, one of the most famous monuments in the French capital city. The hotel is ideally located 80 metres from the metro station Quatre-Septembre (line 3) and 10-minute walk from the Opéra metro station. The Galeries Lafayette, Le Printemps and the Neoclassical Church are within walking distance from the hotel. The hotel location also provides business travellers with quick access to the insurance, banking and stock market area.

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A recent study found that CBD reduced subjective anxiety and ECD uptake in limbic areas of the human brain. This substance also significantly reduced ECD uptake in the hippocampus and inferior temporal gyrus. So what does this mean for those of us who are not doctors? Although its effect on anxiety is not yet fully understood, the results suggest that CBD has a calming effect on the central nervous system. The study further suggests that CBD may have a beneficial effect on people suffering from generalized anxiety disorder.
A 2019 case study included 103 adults and found that CBD appeared to reduce self-reported anxiety in 79 percent of the participants. The researchers found that ingesting CBD significantly reduced anxiety scores and decreased discomfort during speech performances. The study also found that CBD significantly reduced cognitive impairment in the patients and was associated with reduced discomfort with speech. The findings suggest that CBD is a promising therapeutic option for individuals suffering from generalized anxiety disorder. CBD is a natural and safe supplement that does not cause side effects.
In addition, it has been found that CBD can improve sleep and relieve anxiety in people suffering from stress and anxiety. Studies have shown that CBD can significantly reduce symptoms of both anxiety and sleep disorders. However, it may interfere with some pharmaceutical drugs and cause minor side effects so be sure to always consult with your doctor. For most people, however, it is worth a try. CBD may be a natural alternative for treating anxiety symptoms. So, what can it do for you?
CBD has several advantages over other treatments for anxiety, including medications. Research is still in its early stages, but there are some promising results. In addition to reducing symptoms of anxiety, CBD may improve sleep quality, which is beneficial for people suffering from insomnia.
In the study, CBD was given to participants 110 minutes before undergoing SPECT scanning. The participants were then asked to rate their anxiety using the Visual Analog Mood Scale (VAS), a validated anxiety measure. This study showed that CBD reduced anxiety in participants who believed it had anxiolytic effects. This study supports previous findings that CBD has a positive effect on anxiety and stress. The next study will examine the effects of CBD on these symptoms.
CBD has many benefits for people suffering from anxiety. The compound has also been found to reduce the breakdown of anandamide, an endocannabinoid that reduces anxiety. In addition to its anti-anxiety properties, CBD has also been shown to interact with the TRPV1 receptor and serotonin 5HT1a receptor. The research also indicates that CBD can also improve sleep. Better sleep means a less stressful life.
So as one can see, CBD is very promising for reducing anxiety. What are you waiting for? Reduce your anxiety today!

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Cephalosporin Market: Global Industry Trends, Share, Size, Growth, Opportunity and Forecast 2019-2024
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The global cephalosporin market size was worth US$ 11.4 Billion in 2018. Cephalosporins are beta-lactam antibiotics that function in the way similar to penicillin. These broad-spectrum drugs help in treating numerous bacterial infections such as pneumonia, kidney infections, bone infections, meningitis and various sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). There are currently five generations of cephalosporin drugs available in the market with a slight difference in their antibacterial spectrum. These medicines are also differentiated on the basis their administration, excretion, absorption and the duration of the effect of cephalosporin on the body. There are two ways to administer cephalosporin drugs, namely, oral and intravenous (IV). A course of oral cephalosporins is generally used for curing minor infections that are easy to treat such as strep throat. Whereas, IVs are utilized for more severe infections, like meningitis, as these medicines reach tissues quickly than those administered orally.
At present, the rapidly increasing water and air pollution are the primary reasons for the prevalence of infectious diseases across the globe. This has provided a boost to the demand for cephalosporin drugs worldwide. Other than this, various organizations around the world are taking initiatives to improve the development and delivery of antibiotic treatments. One such program is the Global Antibiotic Research and Development Partnership (GARDP), which is a not-for-profit R&D organization formed by the Drugs for Neglected Disease initiative (DNDi) and World Health Organization (WHO). It focusses on the promotion of public-private partnerships for increasing R&D of new antimicrobial diagnostics and agents. The formation of these partnerships is expected to play a significant role in the growth of the cephalosporin market. Looking forward, IMARC Group expects the market to reach a value of US$ 13.3 Billion by 2024, registering a CAGR of around 3% during 2019-2024.


When luxury spa resorts and day spas burst onto the scene a decade or so ago, overworked, stressed-out adults the world over were seduced by images of people relaxing in fluffy white bathrobes in impossibly serene surroundings.
Massages and body wraps aside, people were captivated by the simple notion of devoting precious minutes, even hours, to themselves.
But why should this peaceful respite from the daily grind be limited to vacations and special treats? Why shouldn’t we bring a little of that luxury into the home, and enjoy a daily indulgence?
More and more, people are doing just that, says Anthony Martucci, owner of Artistic Glass & Interiors. They are setting aside more space for, and spending more money on, creating beautiful, spa-like bathrooms at home.
The oversized showerheads that create that delightfully soft rain-like experience at the spa can now be installed in the home, and many people are choosing to allocate the bulk of the budget to a fabulous shower, and making do with less costly toilets and sinks, says Matthew Rivas, sales representative at the Bath & Kitchen Gallery at A.L. Thompson’s.
Although rain showers can be two to three feet across, for the home, the 10-inch shower head, which is fixed into the ceiling, sells the most, he says.
“It’s at the right price point where it’s not ridiculous, but it’s big enough to give you an enjoyable shower.”
The space allocated to showers is definitely increasing, according to Anthony. People are putting in benches to sit on, and still leaving space to walk around in the shower, he says.
A rain shower can be accessorised with body sprays, which emit water horizontally, steam generators for a detoxifying effect, mood lights and even speakers. All of these can be adjusted digitally, so you can choose from a pre-set menu of invigorating, soothing or de-stressing shower experiences.
Don’t throw out the bathtub, warns Matthew.
“A lot of people are taking bathtubs out and replacing them with showers, but I always tell them not to take out all the bathtubs,” he says.
“You need to keep at least one, or it hurts the resale value of the property. Say a couple with a baby buys that house – they will need a bath to bathe their baby.”
Free standing bathtubs – a reincarnation of the claw-footed tub of the Victorian age – are striking to look at, comfortable to lie in, and are a good option where space is limited. As fixing faucets to the wall is not always practical or attractive with free standing tubs, you should only install these if you have a separate shower, adds Matthew.
When there isn’t sufficient space for both a bath and a separate shower, a Jacuzzi tub that you can shower over and enclose with glass may be the best choice.
Tubs that incorporate water jets come in a variety of shapes and sizes, from the vast 22-inch deep, 42-inch wide two-person tub from Kohler, to oval tubs and shiatsu massage tubs with jets positioned to hit pressure points along one’s back.
An alternative to Jacuzzi-style jets, the bubble massage system – which relieves aching muscles with hundreds of air jets rather than a dozen or so water jets – is growing in popularity.
“The drawback of the Jacuzi water jet system is that it only massages the area the jet is directed at,” explains Matthew. “Air jets give you a full body massage as the water becomes so turbulent.”
It is also worth bearing in mind, Matthew says, that when you drain your bath, the Jacuzzi system collects three to five gallons of water in the system. If you don’t use the Jacuzzi frequently this water will become stale and is trapped in the mechanism until the next time you switch on your jets. The bubble massage system, on the other hand, collects less than a teaspoon of water.
For the ultimate in serenity bathing, though, the infinity edge bathtub design from Kohler is hard to beat. The tub is filled to the brim, much like infinity edge swimming pools, and allowed to overflow into a catchment groove and re-circulated.
Ultimately, when selecting your bathtub, Matthew says, choose one that is the right size and shape for the person who will be using it the most. If you select it based only on looks, it could lead to years of unsatisfactory bathing.
The clean, straight lines of modern faucet designs and the matt, grey toned brushed nickel finish are by far the most popular options in Cayman. It’s worth spending more on beautiful faucets and opting for a less expensive sink, as it’s the faucets that catch the eye and will be appreciated most, Matthew says. In Cayman there is a definite trend towards the ultra-modern look in bathrooms. However, be aware you will pay more for the contemporary look.
“Anything modern is pricier than its traditional counterpart,” he warns. “You are paying for the design; you’re not paying for better quality.”
Installing new faucets is also one of the simplest and most cost-effective means of updating the look of an older bathroom. Basins
A variety of different bathroom basin designs have, in recent years, replaced the traditional porcelain sink that was held up by a porcelain stand. Vessel sinks (that sit on top of the counter) have been incorporated into many new bathroom designs in recent years. Available in a variety of colours, patterns and materials, they can certainly add a modern touch to a bathroom – but it’s worth considering their practicality for a master bathroom, warns Matthew.
Vessel sinks require extra-tall taps, which are more expensive, to reach over the lip of the sink. In a bathroom where the countertop is peppered with bottles, brushes and toiletries, such sinks are not the best design.
Integrated countertops, where the sink and surrounding countertop are moulded from a single piece of glass, porcelain or acrylic, lend a clean, uncluttered look. But if you’re looking to save a few dollars, Matthew recommends considering the under-mount sink, which sits below a separate countertop.
“It’s a waste of money to buy an expensive sink and then hide it under granite. Better to get a more economical sink and spend what you save on beautiful faucets and countertops,” he says.
The overall look
Homeowners are trying to achieve that calm, clean and airy feel in their bathrooms, says Anthony. Frameless glass shower or bath enclosures coupled with elegant lines and simple designs create an impression of size, space and clarity in the bathroom.
Add in sumptuous showers, baths and accessories that were once only available in spas, and your daily ablutions will be transformed. No longer will you be struggling to find “me time” – instead you’ll be wondering how much longer you can reasonably stay in the bath.


This creaky solo effort from the Incredible String Band‘s longtime banjo player only hints at the accomplishments of the British folk revival. The songs are mostly forgettable and the singing is, well, not good.
It’s true that great singing was never ISB’s strong point, but the band projected an everyperson sincerity and enthusiasm that made you feel you were sitting in a comfortable living room by a fire singing good songs with good friends. Folk (and even outsider music) vocals can be affectless or amateurish and still convey deep feeling, but Palmer, here, just sounds weary and emotionally flat.
The members of ISB could (and can – see their recent reunion release, Just Like the Ivy) – really play. The flowing quality of their instrumental interplay was always a big part of their appeal, with Palmer, an acknowledged master of the banjo, a major element in that chemistry. But here, even his banjo playing (front and center on most of these tracks) is often dull and non-evocative, unable to carry the weight it’s asked to bear. And when other instruments provide atmospherics, as in “Paris,” the vocals can’t match the musicality of the instrumental fills and solos.
“Breizh” is an interesting, wordless chant – from Brittany, I assume – accompanied only by pipes. I also rather liked “Linden Lea,” a William Barnes poem set to a tune by Ralph Vaughan Williams, while the banjo solo “Dans La Campagne” is a good example of Palmer’s tasteful, light touch on the instrument. But except for a few such spots, the parts don’t add up to a very satisfying musical experience. Much better to hear this well-respected musician in his element: with the Incredible String Band.


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Even a nap-loving cat couldn’t miss the increased public interest in crime scene investigations, forensic evidence, and the use of DNA to catch the guilty and exonerate the innocent. TV shows like CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, CSI: Miami, and CSI: NY--along with relentless media coverage of tragic and unsolved crimes--keep more than future prosecutors and defenders focused on the legal and scientific challenges. For a general introduction to all categories of forensic evidence and new developments, check out Crime and Clues: The Art and Science of Criminal Investigation, created by an expert crime scene investigator. A virtual world of forensics resources with links are provided at Michigan State University’s Criminal Justice Resources: Forensic Science, and at Prentice Hall’s Cybrary: The World’s Criminal Justice Directory.
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These 15 Loft Pieces Are Endlessly Wearable, Stylish, and Affordable
For clothes that strike the perfect balance between stylish and practical, please direct your attention to Loft. From an office-ready sleeveless dress to an everyday tie-dye racerback top, the retailer makes styles that will be sure to become your next closet staples.
We curated some elevated pieces to make sure you have all the sartorial inspiration to finish any outfit. The pull-on midi skirt will pair nicely with the square-neck tops you currently have in your closet, while the tie-front strappy dress will make a compliment-worthy addition to your vacation wardrobe. Scroll on for these endlessly wearable pieces.
If You Love Stripes on Everything: Loft Striped Tie Waist Midi Dress
This Loft Striped Tie Waist Midi Dress ($80, plus 40 percent off with code WOW) looks summery and fresh, perfect for a cruise or alfresco dinner. Finish off your look with some low-heeled mules or slide sandals.
If You Love Pockets: Lou & Grey Plaid Pocket Maxi Dress
This Lou & Grey Plaid Pocket Maxi Dress ($90, plus 40 percent off with code WOW) features side pockets that will come in handy for those long days out and about. From the square neck to the plaid style, everything about it feels feminine and fun.
If You Love Bright Prints: Loft Sunwashed Floral Smocked Back Dress
The fit-and-flare Loft Sunwashed Floral Smocked Back Dress ($90, plus 40 percent off with code WOW) makes it summery, playful, and flattering. It features spaghetti straps and an elastic waist for a great fit.
If You Love Tie-Dye Anything: Loft Tie Dye Ribbed Racerback Tank
This Loft Tie Dye Ribbed Racerback Tank ($5 with code WOW, originally $35) is made from a soft and stretchy cotton rib fabric, so you'll find yourself reaching for it daily. It will quickly become BFFs with all your bottoms.
Meet Your New Everyday Dress: Loft Tie Back Swing Dress
This Loft Tie Back Swing Dress ($40 with code WOW, originally $90) is endlessly wearable, so you'll find yourself styling it for every occasion. It's the perfect cami dress with the relaxed fit and flattering scoop neck.
For Casual Fridays: Loft Striped Muscle Sweater Tank
This Loft Striped Muscle Sweater Tank ($50, plus 40 percent off with code WOW) is a perfectly acceptable work-from-home top because of the polished appearance. The sleeveless silhouette and V-neck make it effortlessly cool.
For a Bright Floral Pick: Loft Garden Pull On Midi Skirt
This Loft Garden Pull On Midi Skirt ($90, plus 40 percent off with code WOW) will be easy to slip into (thanks to the pull-on waist) and look effortlessly stylish and romantic. It will boost your mood whenever you wear it.
For Your Everyday Uniform: Lou & Grey Tie Dye Bike Shorts
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A lesbian couple is pleased with Spectrum Health's apology for a doctor who allegedly lectured them against gay marriage, but say they are concerned it might happen again.
"I want to see that something has been done to be sure this doesn't happen on a continuing basis," said Kent County resident Ashleigh Haberman, who complained with her partner in June about the behavior of an urgent care physician in Cutlerville.
"We are not just going to sit by and let them slap this doctor on the hand and say, 'Sorry.' I would like to see Spectrum take this a little bit more seriously."
In a letter to the couple, Spectrum stated "this has been addressed with the physician and appropriate actions have been taken."
It added Spectrum's "concern and apology" that the couple left the urgent care center "feeling hurt and frustrated with the care and services you received on June 16."
Colette Beighley, West Michigan field organizer for the gay advocacy Triangle Foundation, called the hospital's actions "a great first step for Spectrum Health."
Haberman, 32, and her partner, Erica Schaub, 33, sent a complaint to Spectrum after they sought treatment in June for Schaub's lingering cold at Spectrum Health's South Pavilion in Cutlerville.
According to Haberman, the physician asked about their relationship and then delivered his opinions against gay marriage.
When the doctor continued to share his views, Haberman said, they had to "redirect him to the reason we were there."
Spectrum Health spokesman Bruce Rossman would not specify what actions had been taken with the doctor.
"That's personal employee information and as an organization, we don't publicly share that," Rossman said.
He said the physician "is still a Spectrum Health employee."
The couple had sought a meeting with Spectrum to discuss the incident with a gay rights advocate present. Beighley said Spectrum declined that request, but instead met with her.
Rossman said the incident offered a chance for Spectrum to reinforce its policies on equality of treatment.
"We have what some people call 'a teaching moment.' We plan to use this opportunity to stress the points we make in our cultural awareness programs."
Rossman said the hospital would have met with the couple alone to discuss the incident, but that including a patient advocate in the meeting "put it in a whole different arena."
"We are still open to meeting with her and her partner if they so wish."
Haberman said they want more than a private meeting with hospital officials.
"We would like to meet with Spectrum officials with someone from the Triangle Foundation to be able to implement some policies to make sure this doesn't happen to somebody else."
The Spectrum letter went on to state that "lifestyle choices and personal beliefs should not adversely affect any health care experience.
"If you and your family choose to return to any Spectrum Health facility, we would welcome the opportunity to serve."


Biannually, the Evergreen Museum and Library in Baltimore hosts “Sculpture at Evergreen,” an outdoor exhibit that grants local artists the opportunity to display their work on the grounds of the museum, creating a seasonal sculpture park for everyone to enjoy.
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WWF-UK has today opened its new Living Planet Centre and Headquarters in Woking, with sustainable landscape design provided by UK landscape architects, Grant Associates. The landscape design approach for the 0.9-hectare site reflects a shared aspiration to develop a landscape and building that is integrated and responsive to the site whilst rooted in simple ecological design thinking.
Continue reading WWF-UK Living Planet Centre and Headquarters Opens
ASPECT Studios was commissioned by the City of Whitehorse to create an innovative space with a diverse array of recreation activities and events within the historic and well-loved gardens of Box Hill Gardens.
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Mathews Nielsen Landscape Architects announces the opening of its West Point Foundry Preserve project in the Village of Cold Spring, New York. Located on a dramatic 87-acre, forested site along the Hudson River, the $3.6M sustainable park interprets the locale’s historic ruins while respecting and revealing its industrial and ecological history. Scenic Hudson, the largest environmental group focused on protecting and restoring the Hudson Valley, owns the preserve and commissioned Mathews Nielsen for the project, which was supported in part by a Preserve America grant.
Continue reading West Point Foundry Preserve Park Opens to the Public
Blackpool remains the UK’s leading seaside resort but visitor numbers have almost halved over the past twenty years and regeneration of the seafront and town has become essential. A major investment in coastal defence infrastructure has provided the catalyst for regeneration with the creation of a 3 kilometre long series of headlands and connecting promenades providing the space for the ‘People’s Playground’ as well as essential protection against rising sea levels and storm flooding.
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Re: Knocking or pinging under accelaration with lower grade fuel
Well it finally threw an engine code, (401) insufficent EGR flow or something like that.
Changed out the Vaccum sensor (DEFP whatever it is called), small Aluminum casting with 2 hoses and the multiplug connection, seems a little better, pings ever so slightly,
now I have an Exhaust Manifold problem. either the manifold gasket is shot, the Manifold has a crack, or a hole, or the Dougnut between the manifold and downpipe is shot.
F***ing typical, change one component and something else goes bad.
only had the truck for 8 months now has 91,000 miles on it.
I Will never buy another American Ford, I should have learn't my lesson with the UK vehicles, such as the two Escort XR3I's, Sierra Sapphire and Escort RS Turbo I had.
Dealer quoted me $408 for Exhaust manifold, being as Discount Auto doesn't have that part of the system, typical.
will have to remove the manifold on Friday, this week, to see if there are any cracks etc. already got a new gasket and Doughnut ready, anyone have any hints or tips on removal of Manifold, knowing how bad the nuts seize up.
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Both Tijuana and Club America will be competing against one another at the Estadio Caliente on Sunday, which will mark the beginning of their Clausura campaign in the Mexican Liga MX. Following the conclusion of their most recent friendly match, which took place in the middle of the season, both teams will be heading into the weekend with the intention of beginning the second half of the season with a win.
On the previous Saturday, Tijuana defeated Necaxa in a friendly match by a score of 3-1, boasting a strong team performance that earned them the victory. Prior to that, the Miguel Herrera-coached team had lost two straight games after suffering defeats to Club America and Pachuca in the final two games of the Apertura.
As a result of their 17 matches in the Apertura competition, Tijuana finished in 13th place in the rankings with a total of 20 points, including six victories and two ties. Club America, on the other hand, was in first place in the division for the first half of the season after collecting forty points from seventeen games played.
In addition, André Jardine’s team participated in a friendly match during the middle of the season, and on December 22nd, they achieved a remarkable victory over the Spanish superpower Barcelona by a score of only three points. By the time the weekend arrives, Club America has not suffered a single defeat in their most recent three matches, collecting two victories and one draw. Since August, they have only suffered a single defeat in their last 24 matches.
Tijuana vs. Club America Head-To-Head and Key Numbers:
- With 15 wins from the last 28 meetings between the sides, Club America boasts a superior record in the history of this fixture.
- Tijuana has picked up six wins in that time, while the spoils have been shared on seven occasions.
- Club America are unbeaten in their last four league games against Herrera’s men, claiming three wins and one draw since a 3-2 loss in May 2019.
- Tijuana have lost just one of their seven home matches while picking up five wins and one draw since late August.
- Club America is unbeaten in 12 consecutive away matches in all competitions, claiming eight wins and four draws since August’s 4-1 defeat against Columbus Crew.
Tijuana vs Club America Prediction
Jardine’s side boasts the firepower needed to get this one over the line and we fancy them claiming all three points at the Estadio Caliente.
Tijuana vs Club America Betting Tips
- Tip 1: Result: Club America wins
- Tip 2: First to score: Club America (The visitors have opened the scoring in six of the last seven meetings between the two teams.)
- Tip 3: Over 10.5 corners: no (There have also been fewer than 11 corner kicks in eight of their last nine clashes)


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I had a front row seat to a dear friend’s alcoholism some two years ago, and eventually led an intervention to get him into detox and rehab. He thankfully made it through both, but has had episodic relapses that have required returns to rehab, and his future is far from certain. More recently, I almost lost a friend to drug addiction. He also required extensive rehab, and has been faring relatively well since being discharged though his future, too, is far from certain. One lost his job after previously losing his wife and kids. The other is back at work after a lengthy stint on disability.
Sadly, we know all too little about the myriad catalysts working within the brain that take so many people to places we can only assume they’d much rather not go (to say nothing of dealing with the occasional difficulties of day-to-day life). The country is now squarely in the grip of a horrible opioid addiction, with Prince looking like the most recent celebrity to have succumbed. And if you’re unaware or not sufficiently scared by what’s going on, watch Bill Maher interview Richard Taite, who heads up Cliffside Malibu, one of the most successful rehab facilities in the country. The point is, we have a growing problem on our hands. Lots of people who are looking for a way forward. There are organizations – both public and private – that seek to provide solutions. And they should, if they’re on the up-and-up, be given every incentive to do just that.
After his nomination-clinching win in Indiana, Donald Trump said (emphasis mine):
“We’re going to bring back our jobs, and we’re going to save our jobs, and people are going to have great jobs again, and this country, which is very, very divided in so many different ways, is going to become one beautiful loving country, and we’re going to love each other, we’re going to cherish each other and take care of each other, and we’re going to have great economic development and we’re not going to let other countries take it away from us, because that’s what’s been happening for far too many years and we’re not going to do it anymore,” he said. (That’s a single sentence, if you’re keeping track at home.).
It appears one of Mr. Trump’s sons, Eric, simply isn’t on board with his Dad’s laudable goals. And therein lies an interesting story:
Recently, a nationally renowned eating disorders treatment facilities operator applied to open a facility – a residential group home – in a village where Eric Trump and his wife maintain a residence. The operator proposed to buy a large, spacious single family home for the purpose of housing and treating 8-12 teen girls with eating disorders, exactly as they are permitted to do under state law. Neighbors, indeed a neighborhood association of which Trump is a member, were immediately up in arms screaming NIMBY (Not In My Back Yard) and, in fact, a lawsuit – which will go nowhere – has been filed. The operator would pay taxes, prohibit on-street parking at its property, landscape and maintain its property and, importantly, not use local resources to educate the girls it treats – tutors would be brought in at the expense of the girls’ local school districts.
A letter from concerned citizens – the aforementioned neighborhood association – to their local board of trustees ended as follows:
This from a fellow who’s established a foundation bearing his name. The hypocrisy could not be more stark – he’s all about helping the less fortunate, as long as it’s not done anywhere near him. (Both The Donald and his son took the ALS challenge). The letter onto which the Trumps put their name carried the standard NIMBY disclaimer:
Of course, we are very sympathetic to the plight of those suffering from eating disorders or any other disability. This is obvious and need not be discussed.
Yes, it’s “obvious.” Of course we’re sympathetic. We’re just not sufficiently sympathetic that we’d want any of those teen girls treated anywhere near us. What if one of them breaks into my kitchen to binge out of my fridge? Or perhaps purges on my lawn? Then what?
To its credit, the local board of trustees, while not offering up a full-throated endorsement of the proposal, somewhat grudgingly voted not to stand in the way, thereby paving the way for the facility to move forward, notwithstanding the frivolous suit that’s been filed.
The cowardice shown by Trump and his neighbors does nothing more than perpetuate the shameful stigmatization of all those with mental illnesses. We – he – should be better than that. We should aspire to more. We should, indeed, aspire to love each other, cherish each other and take care of each other, as his father put it. Influential as he likely is in his suburban community, Trump could have made a big difference. He could have been a leader in helping to destigmatize mental illness in all its forms. He could have shown his community a better way forward. Instead, he fell in line with his NIMBY-crazed neighbors in trying (hopefully in vain) to ensure that a bunch of teen girls are denied – at least anywhere near him – the help they so desperately need.
Shame on him.
(Inside Edition, call me!)
Noteworthy: Eric, born in 1984, never knew his uncle Freddy, an alcoholic who, sadly, passed away in 1981 at the age of only 43. Point being, unlike people, these are problems that do not discriminate. No one is immune.


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Anime: The Boy and the Beast
Released By: Funimation
Release Date: June 7, 2016
Retail Price: $34.98
The well known and award-winning Japanese director Mamoru Hosoda has returned to animated cinematic works, achieving a degree of success that many of his prior works have attained over the course of his career. Hosoda has been known to manufacture films like Summer Wars (a generally loved anime feature film) as well as Wolf Children and The Girl Who Lept Through Time, enlisting a slew of dedicated fans who wait for his next project without complaints. Hosoda’s most recent anime original project known as The Boy and the Beast has provided those fans with something they can expect from the creator - drama, humor, love, and the meaningful and unexpected bonds we develop over the course of our life at every turn.
The film starts by introducing us to Kyuta, a rather young orphan who harbors anger and resentment towards the world that he feels has definitely wronged him. As he escapes to the hustle and bustle of Shibuya’s city-like atmosphere, he is seen to be alone and pursued by police to find out where he belongs. During the escape he is trying to pull off, he finds a cloaked figure he he accidentally follows into a different world that is filled with previously unseen creatures or beasts that is a culture shock from what Kyuta has experienced in the human world that he now dislikes with a passion. It is there that Kyuta’s life forever changes, meeting Kumatetsu, a bear looking creature that begins to make a major impact on who the young man will eventually grow up to be one day.
Kyuta (having lost his mother, and abandoned by his father) is in desperate need of a parental figure or role model to change the direction he is headed. When he meets Kumatetsu, the beast is seeking a worthy apprentice to prove his worth and show how much he has to offer (even if he’s a little tough on the exterior.) The two begin to prove they have many similarities by feuding on a regular basis, forming parallels between a father and son almost immediately. After some disagreements, this leads to an apprenticeship for Kyuta with training however he can. Through the important training regimen, it lays groundwork for a bond that before you know it - is a powerful relationship that picks up steam during the film’s runtime. The montages of the love between both characters is what carries the best attributes of The Boy and the Beast.
The plot of the anime movie involves a little bit more than it should have attempted, sometimes drastically shifting between different aspects of morality and family. They way they choose to depict them is effortless in some moments, but overwhelmingly complicated by the film’s conclusion. The so called “villain” of the Boy and the Beast is very oddly placed in comparison of the narrative, which could have been avoided in so many ways. They try to contrast it to where Kyuta could have ended up, but the end result of the villainous role was simply used for a dramatic effect. While I do understand the moral lessons and life tools Hosoda wanted to replicate, it still could have used some tweaking to nail down one goal over the numerous themes introduced.
The animation was polarizing, having a greatly detailed human realm with strong examples of animation and beautiful uses of color, but the beast world wasn’t quite the same. The designs of the the creatures felt somewhat more cartoon like then Hosoda should have gone for, especially given the altering tonal discrepancies of the series. Whether it was the art, plot, or themes, it struggled to achieve a blissful balance of artistic needs. The English production of The Boy and the Beast offered a strong take on the Japanese anime film, with the voices behind Kumatetsu and Kyuta being favorites amongst the cast. In comparison to other Hosoda projects, The Boy and the Beast has many strong suits, but does leave room for improvement - overall, the film is worth the watch and has the ability to spark an emotional reaction in at least one way.
Overall Score: 7/10
Aedan’s Final Thoughts:
-Kumatetsu was the definitive role of The Boy and the Beast, offering a great character to root for and love.
-Kyuta started out as a favorite, but ended up making regrettable decisions that muddled my perception of the lead.
-If the ending had been changed for a certain character, the film would have found such a strong success overall.

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Picked this set up today and I'm very pleased. This was a lead from a gun show I set up at, and I was finally able to meet the seller and make a deal.
The rifle is nothing special. It's an early 20th series Kokura Type 99 Arisaka. The neat part is it came with papers form the Sailor who brought it home. He live about 2 hours away from me and unfortunately just passed away back in May at the age of 93. He served on the USS Yosemite, a Destroyer tender.
The set also came with a bayonet. There is no serial number and some interesting writing on the top of the handle in white paint.
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No matter how many times you’ve been to the Smoky Mountains, you can never run out of things to do. This year is especially exciting because of some new additions to the Island in Pigeon Forge that will have families laughing and enjoying their vacation more than ever.
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The Island in Pigeon Forge has become another tourist destination in the Smokies with restaurants, attractions and, of course, the Smoky Mountain Wheel. Recently announced additions to open soon are Paula Deen’s Family Kitchen, Dick’s Last Resort and Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville.
A new recent attraction recently unveiled for families to enjoy is the brand new Island Mirror Maze. The new Island Mirror Maze attraction in Pigeon Forge has 172 mirrors in over 3,000 square feet. The maze is filled with bends and curves, so getting lost will be the easy part.
Other attractions at the Island in Pigeon Forge include an arcade for the young-at-heart and a shootin’ gallery to test your quick draw skills. Little ones enjoy the Flying Horse Carousel, and, of course, the Thunder Dome is an adventurer’s dream activity.
Ready to pack your bags for a mountain vacation just minutes from the most exciting attractions in the Smoky Mountains? Call Timber Tops Luxury Cabin Rentals at (877) 549-6775 today to speak to one of our reservationists, who will help you get your trip completely planned in minutes. We’ll make sure you have the perfect Pigeon Forge cabin, with all the lovely amenities your family enjoys most. From cozy fire pits to bubbly hot tubs, we have everything to make you feel right at home. See you in the Smoky Mountains!

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2019 SUMMER SHUFFLE Bocce Tournament
Sunday August 18
A social mixer to celebrate our Central Coast bocce community with FUN and GOOD CHEER!
"Promoting better health and community through the sport of bocce"
Local Bocce Leagues
The sport of bocce is among the most popular worldwide and is rapidly expanding in America. It promotes socialization and camaraderie with a spirit of competition among all ages. The Santa Ynez Valley Bocce Foundation seeks to introduce the sport to members of the local community and provide tournaments and clinics for local bocce enthusiasts.

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Our discovery process is where we begin with each client. Don't settle for a financial plan or investment strategy that is ordinary. Every detail matters which is why we first spend most of our time getting to know you & your family.
All discovery meetings are complimentary.
You wouldn't trust your dentist to perform heart surgery. Now more than ever, clients are inundated with conflicting opinions about financial decisions from bankers, insurance agents, brokers, accountants and even attorneys. (Not to mention golf buddies)
"Financial planning" means more than just products. Bringing all the pieces of your financial life together is a challenging task.
Provident Financial Planning is a boutique flat fee-only Registered Investment Advisor providing easy-contact trustworthy advice for high net worth families. You can expect quarterly meetings at our office, your office or virtually.
Going back to some clients we have worked with for many years, the common theme was that they proceeded with the plan because it made sense; but more importantly, because they trust us.
Taxes paid each year are a summation of lots of little decisions you control 365 days a year. We dig deep into taxes to help you avoid Uncle Sam digging deep into your pockets.
Like Robert Frost, clients all have decisions. Which will you choose?
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We act as a fiduciary for every client in all situations. This means we have ongoing obligation to ensure our advice continues to be the best advice for you as life changes. We provide advice & recommendations, not just guidance.
Our advice includes your real estate, bank accounts, private business interest, pensions and beneficial interest in irrevocable trusts. Large investment companies only provide "guidance" in these areas if they even talk about them. Our fee isn't tied to where you keep your accounts or how your money is invested.
Because of this difference, we have encouraged clients to sell investments to buy lake homes, repurchase the family estate & fund private businesses.
When you work with Provident Financial Planning, you always work with one advisor. Our objective is to streamline the process of getting stuff done. You avoid the big-company feeling of retelling your story & getting transferred from department to department only to be transferred again.
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Galaxy-class lasers are a form of ship-based energy weapon designed and used by the Asgard in order for them to do battle with their enemies. Asgard bombers and Chariots were fitted with five galaxy-class lasers, which made them more than a match for most Goa'uld motherships. Asgard cruisers and Transports were fitted with a light variant of this weapon as well. (RPG: "First Steps: The Stargate Unexplored Worlds Roleplaying Sourcebook")


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We are looking forward to seeing you on April 29, 2024, for RIPHA’s second annual Public Health Summit. The Rhode Island Public Health Association, in collaboration with the Rhode Island Department of Health, is honored to host this one-day conference.
Our primary goal is to provide an engaging opportunity for focused dialog on Health Equity and improving Community Health. It will be an opportunity to explore innovative approaches in public health, featuring speakers who will share their expertise on health equity and public health.
This conference is open to everyone interested in health equity and public health. We welcome public health professionals, community members and community-based organizations, patients, providers, faith-based organizations, health plans and health centers, public health officials, researchers and students.
Let's come together to make a difference!
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Tank woo fur sharing all those khool khanine pals!I saw some fluffy tails!The Samoyed was furry handsome BUT not as handsome as WOO!Hugz&Khysses,Khyra
Hi, Thor!Thanks for sharing the pictures of your great day at the park meeting all those friends!Kisses and hugsLorenza
Hi ThorWhat a great day! I like the picture where two dogs are chasing around the tree. Silly and kisses from a schnauzer???IHope your tired now!Norwood
Hi, Thor -The pictures of you at the park with all the dogs looks pawtastic. We really like the one of the schnauzer giving you a kiss. Of course, we are partial to schnauzers.Have a good weekend, even if you don't celebrate Memorial Day.Love -Hershey and Kaci
Wow. What is all that green stuff at your puppy park? My puppy park is covered with dirts. We have some trees, but they are not big like yours. Maybe I can come visit your puppy park some time!
that looks like you had a lot of fun with all those doggies - i tend to get a little overwhelmed at the dog park - truth be told I think it's my parents who are overwhelmed - i have a good time but they think I can't handle the big dogs!
Those are great pictures of your day out.
So many doggies! We wish we had a park like that! KissesRufus and Indie
Hi, Thor...You are just the life of the pawty...Aren't you...Abby xxxooo
Oh my goodness, so many dogs Thor. What a great day out. Thanks for sharing the wonderful photos.tailwagsNoah
Hi ThorYou always look so happy at the dog park :)Big licks to youSuzukixxx
You always meet such interesting doggies at the park!
What a great time! I don't think I could ever go to a place with that many doggies! I think I would be scared! You sure looked like you had fun though... :) There were some great pictures of some tired, happy pups!!Licks,Kylie
Woo~ looks like another fun day at the park huh buddy ! BOL !
very nice pics and beautiful place to go
Boy, you had a lot of dogs to play with at the park. It looks like you had fun.
é só brincadeira, claro :P
hi Thor, did you have fun at your dog park? it sure looks like a popular place. our dog park is pretty popular too. we love it!woofs.
Ena!Tantos amigos para brincares!No parque aqui da Figueira só aparece um ou dois amigos de cada vez que lá vou,é muito monótono!Não é parque canino,é só para humanos.Mas eu também sou um pouco complicado,nem sempre me dou bem com todos!Boa semana!E bons passeios!
Hi Thor,Nice to meet you. It sure looks like you had a blast at the park. Thanks for dropping by my bloggie.Wiggles,Brind'Amour
What a great day you had, and so many new friends!--JB
Thor, I can't believe how many doggies were at the park! I don't think I've ever seen so many doggies in one place! Did you get along with all of them? And I saw a BALL!!!!WoofVelcro
¡Qué bonito día y paseo has tenido!, seguro que os habéis divertido mucho. Bonitas fotos de ti y tus colegasPatitasYogui
Woowowowooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!At least we're backkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!And we're soo happy because we could read about you again!!!!We missed you a lot!!!!!!!!!!!!!Another great day at the park dear friend!!!!!!!!!!!!!How many doggie friends you have....Mmmmmmmmmmm...wish were with you and playing all togheter!!!!sure we'll have tons of fun!!!!!All photos are Wonderful but our preferred are the ones where are youuuuuuuuuu handsome boy!!!!!Hope you have a great week with all your special family!!!!!!!!!!!!WE LOVE YOU SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH!!!!!kisses and licks!!!!
Hi Thor! I'm glad you got to go to the dog park! What a nice day and so many nice doggies and people! (But of course, you were the cutest doggie there.)See ya!Joey
Hi ThorWe are sorry we seem to have missed this post until now! The dog park looked great fun with some really lovely dogs - although you were the best!We didnt see any basset hounds and you know you have to look out for them!We liked the samoyed - they always seem to be smiling! Glad you had fun with your ball and your friends.loveMartha & Bailey xx
Hi ThorWhat a great dog park. You have so many friends.Love Ruby & Penny
Looks like a fun day! Lots of doggies there!
Your dog park looks like such a fun place Thor. Holly & Zac...XX
Wow, you live near a GREAT LOOKING dog park!!!!! The ones near me aren't that cool :( I can't believe how many friends you have there! Such FUN!!!I would enjoy all of the great smells there, I'm sure. You are very lucky to get to go to this park :)wags, Behr Behr :)
Wow! Thats a lot of friends at the dog park! Looks like fun! Hugs Joey and Kealani
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A while ago, a student came to see me after she had badly bombed a midterm. Her goal in life is to be an on-air TV personality. Though she is a senior, it was clear that she didn’t really know how to study or take notes, and read only when forced to.
This was a course in the history of journalism, and one of her major mistakes was claiming that the African-American press tried in the 1930’s to turn people against slavery.
Slavery had then been abolished for 70 years. I asked if she knew that the Civil War had led to the end of slavery. She did not, and asked me when the Civil War was.
I said that if I told her, she would forget, and that she needed to look it up and then report back. She thought that was reasonable, and then paused. “What countries were involved in the Civil War? I mean, I know America was one of them,” she said.
Now, that was a bit of an extreme case -- but not as much as you might think. I am not telling you this to attack how history is taught in the public schools. I’m thinking about the media.
As pretty much everybody knows, traditional mainstream media -- the daily newspaper and the half-hour TV broadcast, are in trouble.


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This October my fall/Halloween themed reading challenge is Fall Under a Reading Spell. Each month I create a reading challenge for our teens that promotes the joy of reading. This reading challenge could be used to any grade level of students.
To create this challenge I started on Canva. If you don’t already have a free educators account, it’s a great resource for material creation. I knew I wanted something under the Halloween theme, so I searched terms like Halloween, witches, fall, bats to get some sparks of inspiration. When I came across a cauldron activity, I knew that this could be a fun way to add some Halloween spirit and creativity into the reading.
In this challenge students read 4 different books of their choice during the month. Each book is recorded in a vial above the cauldron. After reading, the students create a name for their potion that the 4 vials create. They create a description of the purpose of their spell to go along with the title and recorded books.
Getting the word out to students to get participation can be challenging. I make the reading challenge accessible digitally and in print. I put direct links for students on the LRC webpage and in the digital monthly LRC newsletter. Print copies I have available at the front circulation desk, as well as on our front school library display of Halloween/Fall books. Word of mouth is also a great way to generate interest. When I do book talks all month long I start them off by sharing library news and updates. I always add in info about the monthly reading challenge and have physical copies available for students to take right then.
Offering students themed challenges each month promotes the enjoyment of reading. Any age group benefits from the reinforcement that reading can be fun, not always just for an assignment. The Fall Under a Reading Spell Challenge will get students reading and falling under the magic spell of reading for fun.
Author: Elizabeth Libberton
Elizabeth Libberton is the library media specialist at St. Charles East High School in St. Charles Illinois. She currently writes book reviews for School Library Journal. She is a member of the ALA Awards Selection Committee. Also, she is a member of the steering committee for the AISLE Lincoln Book Award.

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She's an incredibly versatile chef who studied at the French Culinary Institute in New York City.
Monica makes her home about 15 miles west of Manhattan, and creates simple, palate-pleasing dishes with superior, healthy ingredients.
As she wrote about this recipe, “My daughter loves shrimp scampi and scallops – so I made scallops scampi! Why not? It was delicious!”
Serves 3 to 4
Sprinkle of salt
2 tablespoons butter
4 garlic cloves, grated
2 teaspoons capers, smashed
Juice of half a lemon
Zest of a lemon
1/2 cup white wine
1/2 cup chicken broth
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/2 cup parsley, chopped
- Take one tablespoon butter and mix with one tablespoon flour. Mix well and keep aside. Heat the olive oil and remaining butter in a non-stick frying pan. Brown the scallops about a minute each on high heat on both sides. Take out of the pan and keep aside.
- Reheat the pan and add the garlic, capers, lemon juice and white wine. Bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken broth and bring to a boil. Add the butter and flour mixture and mix well. Bring to a boil till the liquid becomes thick.
- Add the scallops and cook on a simmer for a few minutes till they are cooked- but not over cooked.
- Check for seasonings and garnish with parsley and lemon zest. Serve with pasta or garlic bread.
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The historic city of Huế is a must-see destination and is usually included on most travelers’ itineraries. This small city is located on the Perfume River, 64 miles (102 km) north of Đà Nẵng, where it can be reached by train in roughly two and a half hours.
In 1802 the feudal lord Nguyễn Phúc Ánh consolidated power and unified Vietnam. Phúc Ánh, who would later take the title Emperor Gia Long, made Huế Vietnam’s capital. Known as the “Imperial City”, Huế would remain Vietnam’s center of politics, religion and culture until 1945.
Under the direction of Emperor Gia Long, thousands of workers began constructing the famous citadel of Huế in 1804. The term citadel refers to the six miles (10km) of high walls, ramparts and moats built as a fortress to protect the palaces within. At the center of the citadel is another series of walls surrounding an area known as the Forbidden Purple City. Like the Forbidden City in Beijing, this area would have been home to the Emperor, family and staff and strictly off limits to the common people.
Because of its proximity to the 17th parallel, the dividing line between North and South Vietnam, Huế was of great strategic importance to the North Vietnamese and their allies.
On January 30, 1968 the North Vietnamese Army and Vietcong launched the military operation which would be known as the Tet Offensive. Tet, the Vietnamese lunar New Year, had traditionally been a time when both sides put down their weapons and returned home to be with their families. For the South Vietnamese troops Tet 1968 was not an exception and most soldiers left the cities to return to the villages. The North Vietnamese seized this opportunity and simultaneously attacked major cities and bases throughout South Vietnam. Huế’s defenders were initially caught off guard, and the North Vietnamese easily overran the city. It would take over a month for U.S. and South Vietnamese forces to turn the tide and secure Huế, marking this as one the most deadly battles of the War.
Today the citadel, the remains of the royal palaces, temples, tombs and various associated structures make up the UNESCO World Heritage Site known as “The Complex of Huế Monuments”. Much of the site has been badly damaged and some parts are in ruins as a mostly as a result of war. Much of the fighting during the battle of Huế was fought in and around the citadel. However, restoration work has been completed on the major monuments so there is still plenty to see.
From Quảng Ngãi I continued heading north to another popular seaside city; Danang.
With a travel time of only two and a half hours this was an easy and inexpensive leg; the ticket was purchased at the train station the day before for around $6 USD. I had read on some travel forums that buying tickets at stations could be difficult as the sales people do not speak English. I didn’t find this to be true at all; first of all the railway staff certainly speak English well enough to complete a simple ticket sale. Secondly, there is usually an enormous sign next to the ticket window with the train schedule in Vietnamese and English; simply point at the train number on the sign. Compared to Sri Lanka train travel in Vietnam is a breeze!
Danang is well known for its beautiful beaches and boasts several popular sites such as Marble Mountain and the Museum of Cham Sculpture. However, Danang is probably mostly visited by travelers because of its close proximity to the city of Hội An.
Situated on the Thu Bồn River, 18 miles (29 km) south of Danang, Hội An is an extremely popular destination for Vietnamese as well as foreign visitors. The “Old Town” portion of the city has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage site due to its long history as a trading port. This charming area, which consists of a mixture of Chinese shop houses and buildings from the French colonial period, has changed very little in the last 200 years. Although the Old Town area is very touristy, it is adjacent to a very authentic market area which caters more to locals than travelers. The people of Hội An are extremely friendly and more than happy to pose for photographs providing, in the case of street vendors, that you make a purchase. The town provides perfect backgrounds to create wonderful pictures and it is very common to see photographers working with their models along the river front.
In addition to the Old Town, there are a number of popular attractions in the surrounding area. Mỹ Sơn is the ruins of a number of temple complexes built by the Cham people between the fourth century B.C. and fourteenth century A.D. The Cham arrived in central Vietnam from Indonesia sometime in the third to fourth century B.C. The kingdom of Champa would eventually cover a large portion of present day Vietnam. They were contemporaries and rivals of the Khmer until 1203 when they were defeated in battle by King Jayavarman VII. The Kingdom of Champa was essentially annexed by the Khmer for the next 17 years. This UNESCO World Heritage site, is located 23 miles (37 km) from Hội An and can be reached by taxi or private car in about one hour. A number of operators run bus tours to Mỹ Sơn, and although I am not a fan of organized tourism, the price is just too good to pass up. A round-trip tour bus ticket to the site can be purchased for 150,000 VND, less than $7 USD
Until next time,
I started my Vietnamese train journey from the popular seaside city of Nah Trang. The destination was the city of Quảng Ngãi, 240 miles (386 km) to the north. It takes roughly 7 hours to do this particular leg, which I thought would be a good introduction to the country’s rail system. I purchased a “soft seat” ticket through one of the city’s many travel agencies. I forget the exact price but I do remember that the service charge was $3 USD. I could have taken a taxi to the railway station and purchased the ticket on my own; but after paying for the taxi, I probably would have only saved a dollar. “Soft seats” are exactly what the name implies, padded reclining seats in an air-conditioned car, which would be the equivalent of first class in other countries. On the other hand, “hard seats” are wooden benches in a car that is definitely third class. The journey was quite pleasant; the cars are modern and well maintained and I was very impressed that trains in Vietnam arrive and depart on time. There was plenty of food and beverages on board; the train’s staff sold drinks, snacks and light meals.
Quảng Ngãi is the only city I visited in Vietnam that was not filled with tourists. In fact, I very well may have been the only foreigner spending the night there. The hotel I stayed in catered to Vietnamese business people and the two restaurants located near the hotel only had menus in Vietnamese; ordering was accomplished by pointing at the food. This is not a town noted for handicrafts or a night market filled with souvenirs, and is certainly not on the main tourist path.
Besides breaking up the trip, I had chosen to stop in Quảng Ngãi to visit the Sơn Mỹ Memorial, located approximately nine miles (15 km) from the center of the city. Sơn Mỹ was the name of a village that had been subdivided into a number of hamlets; the most well-known are Mỹ Lai and Mỹ Khe. On March 16, 1968 soldiers from the U.S. Army killed 347 to 504 unarmed civilians which included women, children and the elderly. This incident would become known in America as the Mỹ Lai massacre while the Vietnamese refer to it as the Sơn Mỹ massacre. The army attempted to cover up the incident, but when it was leaked to the press in 1969 the American public was outraged.
The memorial consists of the original foundations from the victim’s homes, some graves and a museum. The impressions of combat boots and tiny feet can be seen in the concrete pathway between the relics of the former homes and the crude bomb shelters the villagers once cowered in. Sơn Mỹ is a depressing place to say the least.
My hotel had organized a taxi for the 20 minute trip to Sơn Mỹ. The driver waited for me as I toured the memorial, then we headed to the train station where I purchased a ticket for the following day. Following the train station I visited the Quảng Ngãi History Museum where I was the only visitor. After a quick stop for coffee, I had the driver drop me off in the center of town to have a look around. I had used the taxi all morning, perhaps four or five hours; the total fare was $8 USD.
Until next time,
My original plan was to travel north from Ho Chi Minh City to Nha Trang by train and then on to Da Lat by bus. Unfortunately, in March of this year a barge struck and destroyed a span of a railway bridge in Dong Nai province. Built by the French more than a century ago, the Ghenh Bridge is scheduled to be replaced by July, but some have speculated that the completion date is overly optimistic. Until the bridge over the Dong Nai River is completed, railway service in southern Vietnam will effectively begin and end at Bien Hoa Railway station. Passengers who purchase tickets from Saigon station will make the 22 mile (35 km) trip to Bien Hoa by bus.
Although taking the bus to Bien Hoa is really only a minor inconvenience, I decided to take a break from trains and buses and flew to Da Lat. The former French hill station is very popular with Vietnamese for weekend getaways. Da Lat’s cool temperature and rolling hills are the perfect escape from Saigon’s heat and humidity. On weekdays discount flights can be booked on Jetstar or Vietjet for less than $25 USD.
Da Lat is also a popular backpacker’s destination, although most of the sights in the city are fairly underwhelming. Being a history buff, I enjoyed visiting the summer palace of Vietnam’s last emperor Boa Dai. Like the Reunification Palace in HCMC, the summer palace is another time capsule filled with relics of the 1950’s. The other highlight of my trip to Da Lat was the cable car ride to Thien Vien Truc Lam Monastery. The cable car ride takes roughly 25 minutes and costs a mere 50,000 VND, or just over $2 USD.
The four-hour bus trip between Da Lat and Nha Trang is well traveled by foreign visitors. The winding drive through the mountains is absolutely breathtaking. A number of companies make this trip daily for as little as $6 USD. Tickets can be purchased through guest houses and hotels in Da Lat. Travelers in Nha Trang can buy tickets from one of the many travel agencies in this tourism hub.
On many internet forums bus travel in Vietnam is often described as unsafe and is discouraged. I can see the merit in these arguments; roads are often narrow and the drivers tend to operate the buses in such a way that definitely appears to be unsafe.
I suppose you have to weigh the risks against the rewards. Some people suggest to only travel during daylight hours. That makes sense to me; you would miss all the beautiful scenery taking the night bus.
Nha Trang is a beach resort town which is especially popular with Russian families and couples. It also attracts its fair share of backpackers and other travelers as Nha Trang is a major stop on the railway line connecting HCMC and Hanoi. It is also considered to be Vietnam’s premier SCUBA diving center. Besides the beach the city has a number of interesting sites to see which include the Cham built Po Nagar temple and Long Song Pagoda.
Until next time,
With a population of over eight million inhabitants Ho Chi Minh City is the largest city in Vietnam. The city was named Saigon by the French after they invaded and conquered Vietnam’s southern provinces in 1859. Following the Vietnam War the city was renamed Ho Chi Minh City in honor of North Vietnam’s first president. The city is still referred to by many as Saigon, particularly district 1; the city’s tourism hub.
This large and modern city can be accessed by bus, train, and both international and domestic flights. With its large and modern airport (SGN), the city is on most travelers’ itineraries and is certainly worth visiting for a few days. The city has a number of historic buildings and museums, many of which are in easy walking distance from the Bến Thành market area where many budget hotels are located.
One of my favorite sites in the city is the iconic Independence Palace, also known as Reunification Palace. The current building’s construction was started by South Vietnam’s president Ngô Đình Diệm in 1962 after a failed coup attempt badly damaged the original French-built Palais Norodom. Independence Palace was designed by the highly acclaimed Vietnamese architect Ngô Viết Thụ, whose goal was to create a building which combined both Eastern and Western styles. Completed in 1966, the Palace would serve as the headquarters of South Vietnam’s presidents until the fall of Saigon on April 30 1975.
Renamed Reunification Palace shortly after the end of the war, it appears that the building and most of its furnishings have remained unchanged since it was occupied by South Vietnam’s last president. The building is a time capsule of sorts; its contents could fill a museum of 1960’s art and design. Relics from the war include a HU-1 helicopter, a gift to the former president from the US government and two Soviet-built tanks like the ones that crashed through the palace gates in 1975, effectively ending the war. The building’s basement is one of the most intriguing areas of the Palace. Constructed with thick concrete walls as a bomb-proof bunker, the “war room” contains many maps that the president and his generals once used to plan the battles against the North Vietnamese. Located throughout the bunker complex are massive amounts of American-made radio equipment which not only connected the president to the various battle fields but also to Washington D.C. Judging from the many offices and numerous telephones it’s likely that a very large staff must have been needed to run this operation.
One of the things I really like about Vietnam is the admission prices to enter museums and historical sites. An adult ticket to the Palace is 30,000 VND, roughly $1.30 at the current exchange rate. Vietnam is one of the most economical countries to visit in Southeast Asia and has plenty of things to do and see. Within the first few weeks of my visit to this extraordinary country I began planning my return trip.
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UPDATE 9/4/12 @ 6 p.m.
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (WSAZ) -- More than 80 people who have been tested for tuberculosis exposure after a confirmed case at the Huntington Junior Business College learned those results Tuesday.
"We won't be releasing the findings," says Elizabeth Ayers with the Cabell-Huntington Health Department. "We won't release the results to the public until the patients are told of the results first.
The patient with the one confirmed case in Cabell County is currently undergoing treatment.
News of TB, the West Nile Virus, swine flu, influenza and allergies have people running to the doctor and running a little scared.
"We're getting all kinds of calls," says Don Ramey, a nurse care practitioner at King's Daughters Medical Center's Urgent Care Clinic in Ashland, Ky.
"We've had seven confirmed cases of flu, which is early for this time of year and we're seeing bronchitis and sinusitis," Ramey said. "It's a lot of viruses people are passing along in closed spaces."
Flu shots also are arriving early. It's best to contact your local health department for specifics in your area. KDMC has the vaccine available at its primary care locations.
Flu vaccines are also available without an appointment at KDMC's Urgent Care locations in Ashland, Grayson, Ky., Ironton, Ohio, and Portsmouth, Ohio.
"I couldn't breath, that's how sick I was," says Barbara Talbott of Russell, Ky., who showed up Tuesday at KDMC's Urgent Care Center in Ashland. "It just gives me peace of mind with what's going around. To actually know what's wrong will just make me feel better, because I've felt lousy."
The case was reported in the Westmoreland area of Huntington.
The health department says the disease is caused by bacteria that usually attacks the lung but can also attack any part of the body such as the kidney, spine and brain.
They say TB is spread through the air from one person to another. According to a news release from the Cabell-Huntington Health Department , "The TB bacteria are put in the air when a person with active TB disease of the lungs or throat coughs, sneezes, speaks or sings." The health department says people nearby may breathe in these bacteria and become infected.
TB is NOT spread by
*Shaking someone's hand
*Sharing food or drink
*Touching bed linens or toilet seats
*A bad cough that lasts three weeks or longer
*Pain in the chest
*Coughing up blood or sputum
*Weakness or fatigue
If you have been exposed, the health department says they will contact you to discuss precautionary steps. Health department officals tell WSAZ.com that they have identified the person that was exposed and if they do not contact you, you should not be concerned.
The health department will offer free TB skin tests on Monday July 18 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. at the Westmoreland Senior Center. It is located at 3609 Hughes Street in Huntington.
For more information, call the TB Hotline at 304-526-3397.