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LAKE PLACID - The Lake Placid Center for the arts will host an opening meet-the-artists reception, , from 5 to 7 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3 for "In The Air and on the Water: The Magic World of Bird and Wildfowl Art."
The gallery features the works of carver John Lawrence, falconer/sculptor Al Jordan, carvers Zach Benson, Rich Hollis, Bill Sarni and artist Joey Kirkpatrick.
This event is sponsored by the J.D. Reynolds Family in memory of Don Jones, Ducks Unlimited and Sara Jane and William DeHoff.
This new exhibit will be on display at the LPCA Fine Arts Gallery through Sept. 8. Admission is free.
As a wildlife artist, Al has won more than forty Best of Show awards across the country. As he is a Master Falconer, Al's specialty is raptors, any eagle, owl, hawk or falcon. However his subjects are birds of all kinds, having carved birds from the size of a hummingbird to a golden eagle. In 2010 he won the National Shorebird Championship, and in 2008 he claimed the North American Championship. Jordan's work is highly sought after, being housed in both private and corporate collections across the country, as well as being featured in a permanent exhibit in Denali National Park.
John Lawrence has been carving decoys since 1982, having focused first on full-size decorative ducks and eventually moving to traditional hunting decoys. He has participated in numerous competitions, winning many Best in Shows over the years. In 1990 he began teaching private lessons and workshops and continues teaching to this day. Lawrence has developed a more artistic perspective over the last decade, working beyond competition rules to create waterfowl sculpture. Each bird is hand carved from wood, much of which is native to Pennsylvania, and is then painted with artist quality oil paints. Now at the forefront of the movement to take the decoy form from craft to art, Lawrence continues to push boundaries and traditional thought about the form. His process includes drawing each bird as many as 30 times before sculpting and painting it, ensuring a unique piece of decoy art. John also occasionally creates shorebirds and has begun painting again after a long hiatus.
John's work has been featured in the Pittsburgh Tribune-Review, Wildfowl Carving's Competition Magazine, Hunting and Fishing Collectibles Magazine, and Downhome Life, a Canadian lifestyle magazine.
An avid outdoorsman, Zach Benson moved to Lake Placid in 2002 after graduating from college to spend what he thought would be one summer as a fly fishing guide. One summer turned into two and ultimately a lifestyle; bouncing back and forth between Alaska's last frontier and Northern New York.
The same year he graduated, the studio art major carved his first decoy and a love was born for carving and painting birds in this very town. As his birds progressed, he naturally became involved in decoy competitions as an outlet to share his work. He was successful, winning The People's Choice Award at the Oregon Waterfowl Festival, and Best of Show at the Art Knapp Decoy Competition in Clayton. Zach's BOS Drake Goldeneye adorns the label of a 2012 bottle of red table wine by Coyote Moon Winery.
Benson's decoys depict emotion and movement of the species, and in his carvings he has long struggled to create birds that capture the creative elements of composition and design while still fitting within the parameter of the rules for competition. Competitions, he feels, are ruining the progression of the decoy as an art form and carvers are making birds for a judge rather than one's self. He vows to no longer compete in shows that limit artistic expression.
Canton is home now for this avid waterfowler where he owns and operates a bed and breakfast called The Whistlers Inn amidst the borders of Upper and Lower Lakes WMA with his wife, Jen.
Hollis was born and raised in Ogdensburg on the St. Lawrence River. His dad, Bill Hollis, was an avid decoy carver, duck hunter, fisherman and boat builder, so it was only natural that his love for these things be passed on to Dick - who began carving at the age of 13 under his father's guidance and encouragement.
Using his father's patterns, Dick started carving miniature decoys and soon after , that led to him carving life-sized decoys for his own hunting rig. That rig consisted of whistlers, broadbills, and black ducks. It wasn't until his late teens that his father brought him to his first decoy competition in Clayton, where he first encountered other carvers' works. Dick then realized his carvings were of competitive quality, and that opened up a whole new world of references. Thus began his career of competitive decoy competition.
Over the last 40 years, Hollis has successfully competed in shows all over the U.S. and Canada with his working class decoys earning recognition and hundreds of awards and ribbons, including quite a few Best of Show awards. His career in decoy carving also spread to carving of, and competing with decorative waterfowl, also earning numerous awards and ribbons.
Today, Dick resides in Ogdensburg with wife, Joanna.
Folk Artist, Bill Sarni of Hingham, Mass. is well known for his outstanding decoy carvings with their meticulous detail and form. Raised in the Accord section of town where he enjoyed the wildlife of New England, Bill continues to observe songbirds, ducks, and shorebirds from his home overlooking the Weir River. It is the local and natural environment that has inspired this folk artist.
As a child, Bill grew up next door to Joseph W. Lincoln a famous decoy carver, whose decoys are well sought out by collectors today, both here and abroad. Inspired by Lincoln and other Hingham and Accord carvers, such as Charles W. Thomas, Alfred Gardner, Ralph Laurie, Russ and Alston Burr, Bill continues to work in the Hingham and New England style of carving and is both a collector and restorer of decoys, reflecting his devotion to this unique American folk art form.
Sarni has earned several awards and ribbons for his decoys and has a long list of private collectors and individuals that have commissioned his work for their collections. Most recently, Bill was selected (again!) as one of the top 200 traditional craftsmen in the country by Early American Life Magazine. His work also appears in two Lark Art books, "by Hand" by Janice Eaton Kilby and "Design" by Steven Aimone published by Sterling Publishers, N.Y. He is also featured in a Taunton Press book written by Sam Martin, titled "Manspace". His work also appeared in the "American Crafts" calendar published by Brown trout Publishers, San Francisco, Ca. Bill has also had the privilege of being selected as the States Folk Artist to be interviewed by the Folk Arts and Heritage Program initiated by the Massachusetts Cultural Council. Bill teaches a traditional decoy making workshop at the Early American Arts and Crafts Class in the historic 1800 House for the Nantucket Historical Association. He also conducts workshops and private lessons from his timber framed barn/studio overlooking the beautiful Weir River in Hingham. Bill has been selected twice to demonstrate his talent of Decoy Carving at the Lowell Fork Art Festival.
Sarni's work has been exhibited at the South Shore Art Association (Cohasset, Ma); The Lowell Folk Festival; Hull Art Studio (Hull, Mass.); South Shore Science Center (Norwell, Mass.); Hingham Historical Society, Plymouth Plantation (Plymouth, Mass.); Brick Store Museum (Kennebunk, Maine); Aisling Gallery (Hingham, Mass.); Hingham Public Library; Tufts Arts Exposition, Best of show (Boston, Ma.); New England Wildlife Exposition First place & Best of show (Northford, Conn.); Arts Affair on the Boardwalk (Quincy Ma.); Quincy Art Festival First Place (Quincy, Mass.). In 2008, and 2009 Bill's work was part of a grand display on Folk Art at the Museum of Natural History in Lexington, Mass., it consisted of many of the best folk artisans in the state of Massachusettes.
The first women to teach glassblowing at Pilchuk Glass School in Stanwood, Washington, Joey Kirkpatrick and Flora Mace met there in 1979 and have worked collaboratively for over 27 years, returning to the school each year as instructors or to work with other glass artists. They have created a diverse body of work that includes both blown glass vessels with applied imagery and sculpture fabricated with wood, glass and other media.
Joey and Flora have the following to say about their works, "Drawings, paintings and prints contribute to our sculpture making process. The two dimensional works serve as a vehicle to explore our combined ideas as well as stand on their own as completed works of art... pieces reflect our excitement in the field as we experience nature, compelling us to more specifically identify what we see. In the spirit that is human, to name things, we bring closer into view the first facts of bird identification, continuing a history that helps us to more fully know our own place in the world."
Their collaborative work is included in collections and museums around the world including the Corning Museum of Glass; The Detroit Institute of Art, Detroit, MI; Hokkaido Museum, Japan; Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York; Musee des Arts Decoratifs, Lausanne, Switzerland; and the Seattle Art Museum, Seattle, Wash.; M.H. de Young Memorial Museum, San Francisco, Calif.; Portland Art Museum, Portland, OR; National Museum of American Art, Renwick Gallery, Smithsonian Institution, Washington, D.C.


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The $9.57 billion state budget on the governor’s desk has a lot in it to like: Increases for the many state agencies that have been underfunded for years, full funding for the Opportunity Scholarship that allows many New Mexicans to go to college tuition-free and rate increases for Medicaid health care providers that should help the state attract and keep doctors and other health professionals.
At the same time, it leaves room for a capital outlay bill with more than $1 billion for infrastructure and equipment and a tax package that includes a cut in the gross receipts tax and rebates for taxpayers. Finally, importantly, to prepare for the day when fossil fuel revenues decline, the spending plan also includes $675 million for permanent funds that will generate income in the years to come.
But these substantial investments into the health and well-being of New Mexicans and their quality of life come with a note of caution. The oil and gas production boom that has made them possible might be getting close to peaking.
If the General Appropriation Act of 2023, commonly called HB 2, is signed into law, the spending level for the fiscal year that starts July 1 would be a 51 percent increase over spending five years ago. New Mexico has been able to increase spending to that degree largely thanks to the oil and gas industry, which has seen unprecedented growth in the last two years.
But it’s important to remember that oil prices dipped so low just three years ago — when the start of the pandemic drove down demand — that brokers had to pay buyers to take oil off their hands. More systemically, fossil fuel usage is likely to decline as more consumers turn to renewables, and New Mexico’s finite fossil fuel resources, at some point, will start to run out. That is why, with solid revenues in place now, we must invest in projects and services that will pay off in the long run — in our infrastructure, in services to children and families and in preserving New Mexico’s inspiring natural environment.
The budget bill does that. It has an 8 percent increase for public schools and an 18 percent hike for colleges and universities. It has sharp increases for prekindergarten and child care, and funding to fill hundreds of social worker positions. It has generous one-time money for grants and other incentives for new and expanding business, and increases up to almost 15 percent for natural resources agencies.
And thus, another note of caution: While the Legislature can fund services and programs, the executive must implement them. With this surge of money, accountability will be critical. The executive must ensure no money gets sidetracked, that the money is used on programs that we know give us a return on our investment, and that the money is not left to idle, where it does not do the good it’s intended to do.
New Mexico’s revenue windfall, coupled with the precarious source of that windfall, puts New Mexico in an interesting position as it plans for the future. We have the resources now to make lasting change, but we must spend them wisely and plan for a time when those resources won’t be there. This budget proposal is the first step.
State Sen. Pete Campos is a Democrat from Las Vegas.

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Apparently there was a band in the 1960’s called ‘The Beatles’, and it has nothing to do with the VW car of the same name. In all seriousness, the question must be asked for a documentary about the most famous band in the world, what else there is learn about the four rag-tag lads from Liverpool who changed the music industry forever? The answer is – a lot – for avid fans or those who just say they love the Beatles but know nothing about them – this is a must-see film.
Directed by Ron Howard, you know straight-off-the-bat this film will of a high production value. Featuring piece-to-camera shots from famous celebrities like Whoopi Goldberg, Richard Curtis and of course the two remaining Beatles, Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr (plus archive footage or John Lennon and George Harrison) we are given an insight into the etymology of the pandemonium and phenomenon that was the bands first 4 years.
Their true personalities shine through with a flurry of old performances, backstage photos and press coverage, masterfully crafted to take you on an almost unbelievable journey where The Beatles truly were ‘bigger than Jesus’.
From smaller roots to mainstream radio in the UK and the eventual transition to the US, wherever The Beatles went, the distant echoes of thousands of screaming girls reverberated across the land.
Perhaps representing a sort of youthful rebellion in the same era as Elvis Presley, the documentary explores the cultural shift of music, and the industries ability to capitalize, whilst at the same time the boys themselves churning out some of the most amazing and impactful songs of the modern era.
The film only explores the time from the bands inception until their last show in 1966, when the stresses of performing and travelling finally caught up with them – and when the process went from being less about the music, and more about the brand.
Focusing just on the touring years, it establishes (or attempts to) just how and why The Beatles came to be, and doesn’t focus or even mention the band breaking up, Yoko Ono or even John Lennon’s assassination, which hones the message in a lot better and was a great choice by Ron Howard.
John, Paul, Ringo and George encapsulate the sort of magic that helped elevate them to the top at an exponential rate. Hugely likeable, funny, talented and ‘cute’ we are privileged to be able to watch all the highs and lows of being next level famous, dealing with fans, dealing with labels and dealing with the media, and the footage being not only rare but insightful shows off the candor and comradery The Beatles had together. They truly were the living mantra of; women want to be with them and men want to be them.

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This is how the American legend meets El Sol
Mexico City- Luis Miguel is a loyal admirer of Frank Sinatra. He himself admitted in 1995 that he had been listening to his own songs since he was a child and pointed out that his music helped him learn English. The encounter between the two stars has its own chapter in history. It was the moment when the Netflix series was resurrected in the fifth episode of the second season today, and it even further revealed the new details of the day the artist met.
For Luis Miguel, singing a duet with Frank Sinatra is “a dream come true”, but what is admirable is: “You can go where you want,” La La Voz confessed to El Sol that the book was recorded in Oro de Rey, Juan Manuel Nava Luo (Juan Manuel Navarro) and Javier León Herrera (the singer’s official biographers).
People talk a lot about his musical collaboration with the song “Come Fly with Me”. However, this happened after their cautious meeting in New York; here, we tell you how it is.
Frank Sinatra and Luis Miguel met for the first time in 1994 in The City That Never Sleeps. La Voz is preparing the album “Duets II” and is looking for a Latin singer who can record with one of the songs. Of course, El Sol did not waste the opportunity to join your idol. Frank Sinatra met with the translator of “Till You Forget Me” under the intervention of Miguel Alemán Magnani. This explanation reveals that Sinatra is the godfather of the grandson of the former president. Miguel Alemán Valdés (Miguel Alemán Valdés): “I know you are a great singer” is the first sentence from Lavos to Luis Miguel.
The sun can only answer “I try”. His answer is obviously not what Frank Sinatra likes. The latter mentioned: “Ah, you try. Do you sing or not?”
“If I didn’t sing, I wouldn’t be here, sir.” Mickey defended himself.
Sinatra said, “Prove it, boy. Do you need an orchestra? There is a piano.”
As shown in the series, Luis Miguel sang Armando Manzanero’s song “I Miss You” for Frank Sinatra that night, He included this song on his record album “Romance” (1991).
Eventually, the singer will record “Walk with Me”. This song combines two unique and outstanding voices. For Luis Miguel, the duet means that his career continues to grow and he is involved in the American industry. .
In 1995, the “Suave” interpreter paid tribute to Frank Sinatra at the 80th birthday celebration held in the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles. During the event, Luis Miguel performed “Walk with Me” on the stage, accompanied by a video of an American singer.
According to the book “Oro de Rey”, PR and manager Marianne Sauvage was one of the key figures that Luis Miguel sang for Sinatra that night.
The author pointed out: “When he recorded a record, he had to lower his voice to sing like Frank Sinatra. He told him that if he sang in English, he would break its voice. This is what he heard from Latin American singers. The best voice.”.
Celebrities such as Bruce Springsteen, Tony Bennett, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Paula Abdul, Bono and Bob Dylan participated in Frank Sinatra’s tribute. There is even a photo in which Luis Miguel appears around the most famous American celebrities of the time.
Luis Miguel said frankly: “I will sing until I am 70, and then drink a glass of whiskey, just like Frank Sinatra.”

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James Rodriguez has insisted that he is happy at Everton after being integral to the Toffees making history in the Merseyside Derby on Saturday.
The Colombian helped Everton to a 2-0 win against Liverpool at Anfield, the first league win at Anfield since 1999, propelling them to being level on points with their city rivals in the Premier League.
Rodriguez set up the opener for Richarlison, whilst also orchestrating the midfield for Everton in what was a good performance by the 29-year-old.
Everton signed James Rodriguez from Real Madrid last summer on a free transfer.
Reflecting on the victory over Jurgen Klopp's side, Rodriguez produced a very emphatic response.
"I am happy. We all know it is a new stage for me", he said whilst speaking with Marca Claro, adding that "Almost 30 years old, I am fine. I am happy for every new thing that is added to my life. It all adds up."
"It was tough. Everyone knows that Liverpool is a great team. I think it’s a team that is in the top three of those who play football well."
"I’m happy to have helped my team win. Since 1999, Everton haven’t won [at Anfield], so we’ve made history."
"I'm happy I was there. I hope we can continue well."
Rodriguez is determined to try and help Everton push for the European spots, with them just five points off the UEFA Champions League spots, all whilst still having a game in hand.
"We always want to win," he said, adding that "There are games in which things go well and others in which things go wrong."
Rodriguez also claimed that he has been physically targeted by several players this season, yet he insists that he wants to get stronger physically to fit the Premier League even more.
"Football is very physical now. There are teams that don't have much quality, but they want to win by force, making fouls."
"We are ready in each game and what we do want is to play well."
"Sometimes it happens and sometimes it doesn't, but hey... it's part of football."
He also added that "Something tough is coming for Everton. Everyone knows that in the Premier League every three days, every game, it's like a final."
Concluding, he said "You have to be ready and have a strong mind to win."


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November 19, 2019 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Mindy Kshywonis is presenting the program “Inklingo.” Inklingo prints the pattern pieces on the back of the fabric. The fabric is prepared by ironing onto appropriately shaped freezer paper. Pieces are closely aligned so as not to waste fabric. Fussy cutting is possible for kaleidoscope quilting and for millefiori designs.


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A man suspected of a homicide in Lakewood has died from a self-inflicted gunshot, according to police.
On Wednesday Lakewood and Denver police attempted to serve an arrest warrant at an apartment in the 16300 block of East 49th Avenue in Denver, police announced Saturday. Lakewood police identified the homicide suspect as 35-year-old Oscar Gutierrez.
Officers made phone contact with Gutierrez on Wednesday and attempted to negotiate his surrender for several hours. They were unsuccessful, police said.
“When police eventually made entrance into the apartment, Gutierrez was found deceased of an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound,” Lakewood police said.
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Gutierrez was identified as a suspect in the shooting death of 36-year-old Javier Cano Castillo of Denver, according to Lakewood police.
Castillo’s body was found inside a pickup on the morning of Oct. 10 near a gas station in the 3400 block of South Wadsworth Boulevard. The homicide investigation indicates that Castillo likely was shot and killed inside the truck at that location on Oct. 7, police said.
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BBQ potato’s are a fun carnival or festival treat but they are easy to make at home with a few healthier tricks. A great weeknight meal for the family that everyone can enjoy.
4 Large Baked Potatoes (Sweet Potatoes work too)
1 lb Chicken Breast (Skinless and Boneless)
1 Cup BBQ Sauce
1 tsp Salt
1 tsp Onion Powder
1/4 Green Onion Diced
1/2 Cup Greek Yogurt or Sour Cream
1/2 Shredded Cheddar Cheese
1/4 Cup Bacon Bits
Place chicken in a slow cook and season with salt and onion powder. Then pour in BBQ sauce and mix together. Cover pot and cook on low for 6-8 hours or until you can pull meat apart with two forks. Once meat is cooked pour everything in the slow cooker into a bowl. Shred the chicken using to forks.
Now take your cooked baked potatoes and slice them open on top. Fill each with even amounts of meat. Then top with equal parts of all the toppings.
Gumbo was one of the first meals Jay made for me when we started dating. It is the kind of meal that you get out the biggest pot you have and plan to feed anyone thats around. With the air getting cold I am always looking for nice hot one pot meals. Gumbo is traditionally made with a flour based roe. My version is easy to do, gluten free and lower in fat.
6 Tomatoes – Blanched, peeled and chopped
3 Large Carrots – Chopped
2 Onions Diced
2 Peppers Diced
5 Cups Fresh Okra tops removed and sliced into rounds
4 TBS Butter
2 Tbs Olive oil
4 Tbs Tapioca or Arrowroot Flour
3 TBS Corn Starch
50 Shrimp Medium, Raw and still with the shell
1 Pound Catfish
1 Pint Gluten Free Chicken Broth
2 tsp salt
2 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 tsp Chili Flakes
2 tsp Pepper
4 Bay Leaves
Start by cleaning all the shrimp and placing the cleaned meat in a bowl and tossing all the shells in a large pot. In the pot add 6 Cups of Water, half of an onion and allow it to come to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
While it simmers start making the roe. In the biggest pot you have, melt the butter. Once melted completely add the flour and pepper. Continue to stir while with cooks and starts to form a light brown color. Its important to not let it burn. As soon as the color starts to change add about 1/2 water to help it come together and continue to cook. Can add onion and oil continuing to stir with the onion browns. About 5 mins latter add pepper and carrot again stirring and cooking until they begin to become soft. Add chicken broth, bay leaves, salt, chili flakes and old bay seasoning. Then add sliced okra and bring liquid to boil.
Next strain the liquid with the shrimp shells save the broth and discarding the shells. Add 4-5 Cups of the liquid to the pot. Now add oysters and catfish. Make sure the liquid at a high simmer. While simmering removing about 2 cups of liquid to a large bowl and whisk in cornstarch. This will form a slurry to help thicken the soup. Pour the slurry into the pot and mix well continuing to simmer for 30 minutes. The soup will start to thicken.
Finally add the shrimp and continue to cook for an additionally 10-15 minutes. Serve with rice.
I have never brined a turkey before but I wanted to give it a try. I had tons of cider around and wanted to do something special. The result was amazing and the turkey was super juicy.
1 1/2 Gallons Water
2 Cups Cider
2 Peeled Oranges
2 Cups Kosher Salt
1 Cups Brown Sugar
3 Garlic Cloves
1 Tbs Pepper Corns
4 Bay Leaves
(This brine recipe is for a 7 Pound Turkey Breast on the bone)
The most important part of the method is to start the process 24 hours before you plan to start cook the turkey. First, add water, cider to a large pot and start to head. Add remaining ingredients to pot. Stir and heat until bubble start to form. Make sure all the sugar and salt have dissolved and shut of heat. Allow mixture to cool fully, at least 4 hours. Later, add cleaned and rinsed turkey to the solution. Make sure the turkey is fully submerged in the liquid, if it starts to float try placing a bag filled with ice on top. Place the whole thing in the fridge and allow it to chill from 8-12 hours (no longer).
Once your ready to roast remove from liquid. Rinse the turkey very well to get ride of any extra salt. Prepare as you normally would and roast. Enjoy!
Gluten free dessert do not need to always be a challenge. With a little extra rice the possibilities are endless. Many Vietnamese and Philapino dessert are rice based.
2 Cups Cooked Rice
1 Cup of any kind of Milk ( you may want more depending on the constancy you like)
1/4 Brown Sugar
1 Mango (peeled and chopped)
Place the rice in a pot and add milk bring to simmer. Add sugar and 1/4 of the chopped mango. Your looking for the rice to become soft and mushy. You want to cook it slow and continue to mix. You may need to add more milk depending on how humid the air is or how soft u want it. Once the liquid is gone shot the flame and allow it to cool. I prefer to serve it cooled and will leave it in the fridge to chill for a hour it more. When serving spoon into bowls and top with mango Enjoy!!!
It is chili season. I decided to make a special chili that is a bit salty and sweet. A vegetarian chili that everyone would love.
3 Large Sweet Potato
1 Onion – Chopped
2 Red Peppers – Chopped
1 TBS Garlic Powder
1 TBS Chili Powder
1 TBS Coco Powder
2 teaspoon Cinnamon
2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Pepper
1 15 oz Can Crushed Tomato
2 Cans of Black Beans
1 Can Kidney Beans
Start by heating your slow cooker to the lowest setting. Spray the inside lightly with no stick spray. Add the chopped onion and all the seasoning and mix together. Allow the onion to cook for 15 minutes. Then add the remaining ingredients. Add about one half cup of water or chicken broth. If it still seems think add an additional 1/2 cup.
Serve warm with cheese and a gluten free roll!
With Hanukah and thanksgiving on the same day it was important to come up with recipes that fit both holidays. With plenty of manischewitz on hand I figured this would be a fun way to spike up my cranberry sauce.
2 lbs Cranberry Sauce
1 Cup Sugar
1 Orange – Juice and zest
1 1/2 Cups Manischewitz Wine
1 tsp Vanilla (optional)
2 Tbs Honey
1 Cup Apple Sauce
Place cranberries and wine in a pot. Turn heat on low. Add orange zest and juice. Mix well. Once liquid starts to bubble add sugar and vanilla. Cook on low, stirring regularly until cranberry are soft (about 30 minutes). Mash berries with a potato masher and then add honey and apple sauce. Continue to cook for a few more minutes . Serve cold or warm. I like my cranberry sauce with large chunks of cranberry but feel free to throw it in a food processor if you like it more smooth.
Making a holiday meal that is gluten free / paleo can be a challenge especially with many gluten eating guests. Sweet potatoes alone are great and I wanted to avoid adding all the sugar and junk. Plus I used the slow cooker to make this dish super easy.
6 Sweet Potatoes (cleaned and cut into large cubes)
2 Apples (peeled and cut into cubes)
2/3 Cup Apple Cider (fresh, not pasteurized)
1/2 Crushed Pecans
1 teaspoon Cinnamon
2 Tbs Butter (any kind)
Place all the sweet potatoes and apples in a large slow cooker. Pour in the cider and turn the heat on low. Place cover on top and cook for about 8 hours. Once done, give a good stir and mash with a potato masher. Potatoes should be very soft and easy to work with. Most of the liquid with be gone but if not then cook an addition 45 minutes with the cover off. Then using a food processor or blender process the mix until you get the consistency your looking for. You can serve at this point or our into a nice casserole dish and add a topping. Simple mix nuts, butter and cinnamon by hand in small bowl. Sprinkle topping on top and bake at 350 for ten minutes. Enjoy!
I am always looking for new products to try and write about. Protein bars are top on that list. Always hard to find ones that are good and gluten free with out all the sugar and junk.
I was recently sent a wonderful box full of Seitenbacher foods. The are a company based out of Germany producing a large line of various items from gravy mixes, cereal, pasta to items like protein bars and cookies. Many of their item’s are gluten free. The box I samples included cereal, protein bar, noodles and 2 gravy mixes.
The best part was the pasta and gravy mixes. I took some cut up chicken breast and browned with a munch of fresh mushrooms. Then I used with gravy mix and cooked as instructed in a pot. Add the gravy to the chicken and mushrooms, cooked it down with a little bit of white wine and fresh parsley. Served the whole thing on top of the noodles and is really was amazing. Growing up in a german family made me love noodles like this and this was the first time I had any German style gluten free noodle and it was really good. This gravy mix would be great for green been casserole also.
Everything else was great tpp!!! Find gluten free cereal that is enjoyable is often a challenge but this was a great choice. Goes great with milk or yogurt and packed with protein keeping me going all day.
The protein bar really was a meal replacement. Coming in at a little less then 300 calories and packed with protein made it a great choice when on the run. Slightly sweet but tasted nothing like the protein bags I am use too. Not chalky or dry really enjoyable. Plus anything with chocolate is 😉
You can find Seitenbacher as some natural food stores or shop online at http://www.seitenbacher.com/
Meatloaf sandwich is a true classic. Really hard to find gf so I figured I would come up with one for the cafe. Give this one a try.
10 oz Ground Pork
10 oz Ground Beef
10 oz Ground Veal
1 cup GF Bread Crumbs
2 TBS Wischester Sauce or GF Soy Sauce
1/2 Cup Ketchup Divided in half
1 tsp salt
1 tsp pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
1/2 Tbs Oregano
1/2 Tbs Parsley
GF Hamburger Buns (My favorite are Sweet Christines at http://www.onlinebakery.co )
1 Cup Arugula
1/2 Cup Roast Peppers
Start by mixing all ingredients for meatloaf together holding one half the ketchup on the side. Make sure everything is evenly mixed. Then place meat in a loaf pan and top with remaining ketchup. Bake at 350 degrees for 50 minutes covered for the first 40 min and uncovered for the last ten. You may need to drain liquid every once in a while to avoid it over flowing in the oven.
Once done allow it to rest for 10 minutes before cutting. The place a nice large slice on each bun topped with arugula and roasted peppers. Enjoy!!

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3/23/2022 - 7/24/2022
Organizing institution: The Fralin Museum of Art at the University of Virginia
When we begin a journey of healing, we often begin looking within ourselves. Eventually, as we gain strength, we begin to seek the external world again and explore the possible relationships and connections we can make with others. We must keep in mind that the process of healing is ongoing and does not have a definitive end point. The thirteen works in this exhibition explore different forms of coping and acts of comfort. Solitary acts, familial connections, time with animals, spirituality and faith, and experiences with nature can serve us throughout the healing process. Take your own journey through the gallery as an opportunity to confirm, challenge, and explore your understanding of healing. We hope that the experience of art facilitates another mode of coping.
This exhibition was curated by students from the 2021-2022 University Museums Internship class: Meaghan Brennan, Louise Brosnan, Lydia Colwell, Kristen Davidson-Schwartz, Ceara Davis, Jenna Delgado, Nicole Dobbins, Ellery Huffman, Grace Kiernan, Emily Rounsley, Alexandra Shaul, Ella Thomas, and Emma Wang under the direction of M. Jordan Love, Carol R. Angle Academic Curator.

domain: psychology


Rising Hollywood Star Charlie Plummer
Welcome to the wild style suit revival with the actor in Hulu’s upcoming series Looking for Alaska, who styled some of Sid Mashburn, Brunello Cucinelli, Bode, and Prada’s greatest new looks for GQ.
Released on 09/03/2019
[Man] Five, four, three, two.
Cam Newton and Menswear Legend Sid Mashburn Square Off in the Fashion Super Bowl
Prada: Milan Fashion Week Fall 2014
Prada: Spring 2015 Milan Menswear Runway Recap
Brioni's Brendan Mullane on the look-good, feel-good factor for men
The First Look at the 2014 Best New Menswear Designers' Collections for Gap
How to Look Better in Photos
A Look Inside Travis Pastrana's GQ Photoshoot
Mastering the Weekend Look with Michael Kors
Look Alive in a Sea of Sharks
GQ Rules, Season 5: Stay Warm, Look Cool


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HEBRON (Ma’an) -- Israeli forces killed a Palestinian man and injured five others in the village of Surif north of Hebron overnight Tuesday, after Israeli soldiers bombarded and destroyed a house he was fortified in, with the Israeli army saying the man was responsible for a deadly drive-by shooting on July 1.Spokesperson for the Israeli army Avichay Adraee said in a statement in Arabic that Israeli troops exchanged fire with Muhammad Faqih after surrounding the house.The Israeli soldiers, he said, fired several anti-tank missiles at the house after the “terrorist” started to return fire. A bulldozer from the Israeli army’s engineering corps then demolished the house before Faqih was killed. It remained unclear by what means Israeli forces ultimately killed Faqih.Eyewitnesses told Ma’an they saw the body of Faqih in the bucket of an Israeli army bulldozer that pulled him out of the rubble. The Palestinian Ministry of Health reported that five Palestinians were shot with rubber-coated bullets during clashes in Surif.
The destroyed house of Muhammad Ali al-Heeh, where Israeli forces killed Muhammad Faqih on July 27, 2016.
Adraee confirmed that a Palestinian woman sustained minor wounds during the military attack and was taken to a hospital for treatment, adding in that a Kalashnikov machine gun and a grenade were found in the house. Locals said Israeli forces detained four Palestinians from Surif during the raid, identified as Ahmad Ibrahim al-Hur, Diyaa Khalid Ghneimat, and Muhammad Ali al-Heeh -- the owner of the demolished house in which Faqih was hiding. Al-Heeh’s mother was also detained.Adraee confirmed three Palestinians were detained for their alleged involvement in the July 1 attack. Faqih himself was from the village of Dura in southern Hebron.Later Wednesday morning, a general strike was announced in Dura and its surrounding villages in southern Hebron in mourning for Faqih, with all shops and organizations closing. Adraee's statement alleged that Faqih was the gunman who carried out a shooting attack on Route 60 between the illegal Israeli settlements of Beit Hagai and Otniel south of Hebron, which killed Otniel resident Michael Marc, critically injured his wife Chava, with two of their children, Pdaya, 15, and Tehila, 14, sustaining moderate and light wounds, respectively.Since the deadly shooting attack on July 1, which came hours after Israeli forces shot dead a Palestinian woman in Hebron's Old City for an alleged stab attempt at Israeli soldiers, and a day after a stab attack in the Hebron-area settlement of Kiryat Arba that left a 13-year-old Israeli girl dead, Israeli forces launched a widespread manhunt for the gunman.
Israeli newspaper Haaretz initially reported the gunman was suspected to be from the village of Bani Naim, the same village that both the slain Palestinian woman and the slain killer of the teenage girl originated from.
A gunman for a separate shooting attack
in Hebron on July 9 remained at large, with the suspect reportedly having fled into the village of Sair.
The closures that were imposed across the district of Hebron have amounted to the most extensive lockdown on the occupied West Bank since 2014, disrupting the access of hundreds of thousands of residents to services and livelihoods, according to the UN, who has said the measures amount to collective punishment on innocent Palestinians. Villages in Hebron that have been completely sealed over the past month included Sair, Yatta, and Bani Naim. Some 2,700 Palestinian residents of Bani Naim have had their travel permits revoked.
Scores of Palestinians have also been detained in overnight raids in Hebron, and dozens of others injured during clashes between locals and Israeli forces.
According to the UN, 50 Palestinians, including 14 children, were injured by Israeli forces during clashes in the West Bank between July 5 and 11 -- almost all during detention raids, the largest of which took place in Dura, which resulted in 38 injuries. In the same week, Israeli forces conducted 98 search and detention operations and arrested 95 Palestinians, with Hebron accounting for the highest number of operations and arrests.
According to Israel's security agency the Shin Bet, a Hamas movement cell was responsible for the Route 60 attack, Haaretz reported Wednesday.
Three days after the attack, Israeli forces also reportedly detained Palestinian national security services member and Dura resident Muhammad Omaireh.
According to the Shin Bet, Omaireh, 38, admitted to driving the car from which Faqih shot at the Mark family's car, and the weapon and car used in the attack were turned over during the Shin Bet's investigation.
Haaretz also reported that Faqih's brother Sahib was also detained and confessed under interrogation that he helped Muhammad to hide the weapons. Their cousin Muaz Faqih was also reportedly detained for assisting Faqih after the attack.
The Shin Bet statement said Faqih, 29, was previously imprisoned by Israel for his activity in the Islamic Jihad movement, which allegedly included planning attacks. During his incarceration he became affiliated with Hamas, according to the Shin Bet.
Faqih was among nearly 220 Palestinians to be killed by Israeli forces during clashes or while carrying attacks since a wave of unrest swept across the occupied West Bank in October, which has also left 32 Israelis dead.
Israel has come under repeated criticism for failing to carry out due process in response to alleged and actual attacks, particularly in regard to the apparent extrajudicial executions
of Palestinians who no longer posed a threat when they were killed.
Israeli rights group B’Tselem has accused Israeli soldiers and police officers of acting as “judge, jury and executioner” for Palestinians during the past few months of unrest, also blaming official encouragement and effective impunity for Israeli forces.
There had been a relative lull in violence prior to the deadly events of June 30 and July 1 in Hebron -- and in the same 48 hours another Palestinian was killed
while allegedly carrying out an attack in Israel, while a Palestinian man died
during clashes at Qalandiya checkpoint --however, three Palestinians have been shot dead by Israeli forces since.
A 22-year-old Palestinian was killed in al-Ram north of Jerusalem when he and two friends driving in the area stumbled upon an ongoing Israeli army raid in the area on July 13, a Palestinian was fatally shot on July 18 after he allegedly carried out a stab attack outside of the al-Arrub refugee camp on Route 60, and on Tuesday, a 12-year-old Palestinian was killed during clashes with Israeli soldiers al-Ram.
Hebron City and its surrounding villages in particular have grown as the epicenter of upheaval since violence increased in October, where tensions run high between local Palestinians living among an expanding settler population. The Old City area is home to 30,000 Palestinians and around 800 Israeli settlers who live under the protection of Israeli forces. Hebron residents frequently report attacks and harassment by the settlers, carried out in the presence of the forces.


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Louis Vuitton. I was absolutely blown away by the stage Marc Jacobs used to show off his collection for Louis Vuitton. It was straight out of an amusement park; a white carousel whereby the models got off the ponies to model the collection. The collection itself was breath-taking. I loved the color palette of sorbet tones it is a welcome change, the short voluminous dresses and of course the floral applique embellishment on the dresses.
|Louis Vuitton S/S12|
Gucci. The collection from Gucci was simply beyond words. Saying it was darkly glamorous does not do justice to it. The black on black, velvet and sheer magnificent pieces really made it stand out. I kept saying, ‘OMG…OMG’ as the models strutted down the runway. When you say ‘ohmygosh’ on every piece that comes down the runway, you know you are in love! It should be my number one favorite but the setting was not as good as Louis Vuitton.
|Burberry Prorsum S/S12|
|Elie Saab S/S12|
|Mary Katrantzou S/S12|
The pictures are courtesy of nymag and my creativity.


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By Tomilola Coco Adeyemo
Africa Magic Hush Actress, Meg Otanwa is the cover girl of Zen magazine’s November issue.
Meg who plays Koko on the hit telenovella talks about her life, Hush, the Actors who inspire her, her favorite food and a whole lot more.
Gracing the cover while draped in vintage lace material, the magazine website reveals this is not coincidental or simply a work of art.
In fact, Meg chose this particular material as a tribute to her late mother.
She paired the material which belonged to her mom with jewelry from Raya jewelry while keeping the makeup minimal.
The Actress who is nominated at this year’s Eloy awards previously covered Ghoste magazine in August.
Zen magazine hits stands November 25th.


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Pharmacists passed a vote of no confidence in the Government’s health policies at their annual conference today.
Representatives of the 1,900 pharmacists in the State passed the motion at the AGM in Waterford.
President of the Irish Pharmacy Union Liz Hoctor said afterwards the government’s health policies had “manifestly” failed and she urged a fundamental review of health strategy.
She said proposals put forward to government on how savings on the medicines bill could be achieved had fallen on deaf ears.
Pharmacists, said Ms Hoctor, were now fearing a wave of cuts being imposed on the sector by the government that could lead to up to 5,000 job losses across the country and increased problems for patients trying to get access to medicines.
She said the IPU was and always has been willing to work in partnership with government to achieve savings on the medicines bill, despite the fact the Health Service Executive had abandoned a partnership approach in recent years.
She added: “Even when the courts ruled that the HSE had acted unlawfully in reducing pharmacists’ payments, we continued to seek opportunities to work with government and demonstrated that pharmacists can be part of the solution to rising healthcare costs and not part of the problem.
We made submissions to the Department of Health and Children outlining how savings could be achieved through the greater use of generics and reducing the enormous waste of medicines.
“So far out proposals have fallen on deaf ears.”
The AGM also passed a motion calling on all members of the Oireachtas to repeal Section 9 of the Financial Emergency Measures in the Public Interest Act 2009 to protect patient care, to preserve frontline pharmacy services and maintain jobs.

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by Keyword: cellular uptake
Andrian T, Delcanale P, Pujals S, Albertazzi L, (2021). Correlating Super-Resolution Microscopy and Transmission Electron Microscopy Reveals Multiparametric Heterogeneity in Nanoparticles Nano Letters 21, 5360-5368
The functionalization of nanoparticles with functional moieties is a key strategy to achieve cell targeting in nanomedicine. The interplay between size and ligand number is crucial for the formulation performance and needs to be properly characterized to understand nanoparticle structure-activity relations. However, there is a lack of methods able to measure both size and ligand number at the same time and at the single particle level. Here, we address this issue by introducing a correlative light and electron microscopy (CLEM) method combining super-resolution microscopy (SRM) and transmission electron microscopy (TEM) imaging. We apply our super-resCLEM method to characterize the relationship between size and ligand number and density in PLGA-PEG nanoparticles. We highlight how heterogeneity found in size can impact ligand distribution and how a significant part of the nanoparticle population goes completely undetected in the single-technique analysis. Super-resCLEM holds great promise for the multiparametric analysis of other parameters and nanomaterials.
JTD Keywords: cellular uptake, correlative light and electron microscopy (clem), density, electron microscopy (em), functionalization, heterogeneity, nanomedicine, nanoparticles, pegylation, plga, progress, quantification, size, Correlative light and electron microscopy (clem), Electron microscopy (em), Heterogeneity, Nanomedicine, Nanoparticles, Physicochemical characterization, Super-resolution microscopy (srm)
Moya-Andérico L, Vukomanovic M, Cendra MdM, Segura-Feliu M, Gil V, del Río JA, Torrents E, (2021). Utility of Galleria mellonella larvae for evaluating nanoparticle toxicology Chemosphere 266, 129235
© 2020 Elsevier Ltd The use of nanoparticles in consumer products is currently on the rise, so it is important to have reliable methods to predict any associated toxicity effects. Traditional in vitro assays fail to mimic true physiological responses of living organisms against nanoparticles whereas murine in vivo models are costly and ethically controversial. For these reasons, this study aimed to evaluate the efficacy of Galleria mellonella as an alternative, non-rodent in vivo model for examining nanoparticle toxicity. Silver, selenium, and functionalized gold nanoparticles were synthesized, and their toxicity was assessed in G. mellonella larvae. The degree of acute toxicity effects caused by each type of NP was efficiently detected by an array of indicators within the larvae: LD50 calculation, hemocyte proliferation, NP distribution, behavioral changes, and histological alterations. G. mellonella larvae are proposed as a nanotoxicological model that can be used as a bridge between in vitro and in vivo murine assays in order to obtain better predictions of NP toxicity.
JTD Keywords: cellular uptake, cytotoxicity, galleria mellonella, gold nanoparticles, hemocytes, nanoparticles, nanotoxicity, non-rodent in vivo model, non-rodent in vivo model, oxidative stress, selenium-compounds, silica nanoparticles, silver nanoparticles, toxicity, toxicity screening, vitro, Galleria mellonella, Hemocytes, In-vivo model, Nanoparticles, Nanotoxicity, Non-rodent in vivo model, Toxicity screening
Hosta, L., Pla, M., Arbiol, J., Lopez-Iglesias, C., Samitier, J., Cruz, L. J., Kogan, M. J., Albericio, F., (2009). Conjugation of Kahalalide F with gold nanoparticles to enhance in vitro antitumoral activity Bioconjugate Chemistry , 20, (1), 138-146
Two Cys-containing analogues of the anticancer drug Kahalalide F are synthesized and conjugated to 20 and 40 nm gold nanoparticles (GNPs). The resulting complexes are characterized by different analytical techniques to confirm the attachment of peptide to the GNPs. The self-assembly capacity of a peptide dramatically influences the final ratio number of molecules per nanoparticle, saturating the nanoparticle surface and prompting multilayered capping on the surface. In such way, the nanoparticle could act as a concentrator for the delivery of drugs, thereby increasing bioactivity. The GNP sizes and the conjugation have influence on the biological activities. Kahalalide F analogues conjugated with GNPs are located subcellularly at lysosome-like bodies, which may be related to the action mechanism of Kahalalide F. The results suggest that the selective delivery and activity of Kahalalide F analogues can be improved by conjugating the peptides to GNPs.
JTD Keywords: Electrical detection, Cellular uptake, Drug-delivery, Cancer-cells, Peptide, Size, Surface, Absorption, Scattering, Therapy

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ASU Electronic Theses and Dissertations
This collection includes most of the ASU Theses and Dissertations from 2011 to present. ASU Theses and Dissertations are available in downloadable PDF format; however, a small percentage of items are under embargo. Information about the dissertations/theses includes degree information, committee members, an abstract, supporting data or media.
In addition to the electronic theses found in the ASU Digital Repository, ASU Theses and Dissertations can be found in the ASU Library Catalog.
Dissertations and Theses granted by Arizona State University are archived and made available through a joint effort of the ASU Graduate College and the ASU Libraries. For more information or questions about this collection contact or visit the Digital Repository ETD Library Guide or contact the ASU Graduate College at firstname.lastname@example.org.
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The normal playing range of a brass instrument includes a definitive stopping note in the instrument's low register. However, players have the ability to manipulate their lips to extend the low range beyond this point; notes sounding below an instrument's normal playing range are called pedal tones. The history of pedal tones in trumpet performance and pedagogy has long been a source of confusion and misinformation. Consequently, this paper also discusses the educational value of using pedal tones, includes a brief history of players and teachers who have formulated pedal tone exercise methods, and examines their use within the six …
- Rodriguez, Malachy Sean, Hickman, David, Holbrook, Amy, et al.
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The cell phone would come with an insert-ready hydrogen pack and a small solar array for charging.
“We need to be realistic about what we can and can’t do with hydrogen right now,” says Dr. Scott Grasman, associate professor of engineering management at Missouri University of Science and Technology. “In addition to some of the more Buck Rogers things that might happen in the future, we need to study some of the things we can do in the short term.”
Grasman is one of the lead researchers working on a Missouri S&T study called “Hydrogen Fuel Cell Analysis: Lessons Learned from Stationary Power Generation” for the U.S. Department of Energy.
The technology necessary to produce hydrogen-powered vehicles that only emit water does exist, but those kinds of vehicles are not feasible for every-day drivers right now, according to Grasman. The main drawback is cost. Grasman says vehicles that run totally on hydrogen fuel cell technology currently cost anywhere from $50,000 to $1 million.
Things that are more economically feasible? Grasman says his group is looking at ways to use hydrogen to energize back-up power generators, forklifts, various types of military equipment and consumer electronic items, including cell phones.
Grasman has also played around with the idea of using hydrogen fuel cell technology in toys. In fact, he’s got a small hydrogen car and a toy hydrogen rocket in his office. He says these kinds of items will help the public understand how hydrogen technology works.
Here’s how it works at a basic level: An energy source, preferably wind or solar power, is used to send an electrical current through a substance that contains hydrogen. In water, the electrical current causes hydrogen and oxygen to separate. Compressed hydrogen is used to power a fuel cell, which is essentially a very expensive battery. The fuel cell is then able to continuously produce electricity that is stored by hydrogen in a system that discharges only pure water.
The main benefits, aside from the fact that the energy is pollution-free, are that hydrogen is an excellent source for storing electricity and that the fuel cells will last more-or-less forever, or at least a very long time. For these reasons, scientists continue to be very intrigued by the future possibilities of hydrogen, which is, after all, the most abundant element in the universe.
Next year, Grasman and his colleagues will present their findings about feasible ways to utilize what we know about hydrogen at a National Hydrogen Association Conference on strategies to bring the technology to the marketplace.
Other Missouri S&T researchers working on the DOE project include: Dr. Fathi Dogan, professor of materials science and engineering; Dr. Umit Koylu, associate professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering; Dr. K.B. Lee, professor of chemical engineering; and Dr. John Sheffield, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering.
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Animal photoreceptors capture light with photopigments. Researchers from the University of Göttingen have now discovered that these photopigments fulfill an...
On 15 March, the AWI research aeroplane Polar 5 will depart for Greenland. Concentrating on the furthest northeast region of the island, an international team...
The world’s second-largest ice shelf was the destination for a Polarstern expedition that ended in Punta Arenas, Chile on 14th March 2018. Oceanographers from...
At the 2018 ILA Berlin Air Show from April 25–29, the Fraunhofer Institute for Laser Technology ILT is showcasing extreme high-speed Laser Material Deposition (EHLA): A video documents how for metal components that are highly loaded, EHLA has already proved itself as an alternative to hard chrome plating, which is now allowed only under special conditions.
When the EU restricted the use of hexavalent chromium compounds to special applications requiring authorization, the move prompted a rethink in the surface...
At the ILA Berlin, hall 4, booth 202, Fraunhofer FHR will present two radar sensors for navigation support of drones. The sensors are valuable components in the implementation of autonomous flying drones: they function as obstacle detectors to prevent collisions. Radar sensors also operate reliably in restricted visibility, e.g. in foggy or dusty conditions. Due to their ability to measure distances with high precision, the radar sensors can also be used as altimeters when other sources of information such as barometers or GPS are not available or cannot operate optimally.
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Analytical Model for Corrosion Penetration Depth at Cover Cracking in RC Structures
Corrosion products which occupy much greater volume accumulate, and generate expansive pressures on the surrounding concrete. The pressure builds up and eventually leads to the cover cracking of the structures. The cracking accelerates further corrosion and leads to the loss of the bond strength and the load carrying capacity. Corrosion cracking would reveal the reducing of the residual service life of the corrosion-affected structures. In this paper, an analytical model is proposed to predict the critical corrosion penetration at cover cracking in RC structures based on the crack process. An attempt has been made to develop the model by considering material properties of the surrounding concrete and expansive corrosion products. The problem is established as a boundary-value problem and the governing equations are expressed in terms of the radial displacement. The analytical predictions of the proposed model have also been in agreement with the available experimental data.
Jingsi Huo, Yan Xiao, Zongjin Li and Shuaib Ahmad
H. Song et al., "Analytical Model for Corrosion Penetration Depth at Cover Cracking in RC Structures", Key Engineering Materials, Vols. 400-402, pp. 227-232, 2009

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Jamaican dancehall artist Kemar Donaldson, well known as Kranium has decided to storm Ghana to Ghanaian rapper Sarkodie in his incoming Christmas concert.
Kranium took to his social media page that, he decided to visit Ghana is to help his brother, Sarkodie in his Christmas concert.
In his post, he revealed that he has to contact his travel agents for an arrangement so that he will be in Ghana at right time.
He wrote: Think I might Jump On A flight to Ghana and Check out my bro @sarkodie #Rapperholic #ChristmasNight …. Calling Travel Agent Right Now look like it is about fi be a vibe
Check his post below:
— Kranium (@therealkranium) December 22, 2021


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Chester Supervisor Craig Leggett talks about the town's new biomass pellet boiler at a dedication ceremony Wednesday at Chester Town Hall. In the background is the silo holding the pellets.
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Although headlines across the country show new reasons why people need to be aware of dangers in the great outdoors, there is considerable evidence that summer days and nights can continue to be a time of great enjoyment.
For many people, the summer is a chance to get outside and enjoy the fresh air and all Mother Nature has to offer. Although headlines across the country show new reasons why people need to be aware of dangers in the great outdoors, there is considerable evidence that summer days and nights can continue to be a time of great enjoyment.
Stephen Gluckman, MD, Medical Director of Penn Global Medicine, said that while people can be exposed to a variety of infectious diseases by travelling and enjoying everything from swimming holes to parks, there are steps that can be taken to be as safe as possible while also having as much fun as possible.
One particularly nasty highlight this summer has come from the Caribbean in the form of Chikungunya. Gluckman said the prevalence of the virus, which is spread by mosquitos, has grown rapidly in just the past five years alone. Working at the University of Pennsylvania, Gluckman said he has seen four cases just in the past few weeks as patients returned from a trip to the Dominican Republic.
Calling it a “big epidemic,” Gluckman said the disease has the ability to spread easily as people get bitten by what would otherwise be a harmless bug. “I don’t think there’s any question that we’re going to see more of it,” he said of the possibility of more cases in the United States.
Spreading the disease, he said, is as simple as a person travelling to the Caribbean, getting bitten by an infected mosquito, coming home and being bitten by another bug and having that flying carrier bite another person. The doctor said he told his infected patients that they were now “carriers,” and had the potential to spread the disease for a period of around a week.
There are also two diseases that can be spread by ticks that have made headlines in the summer of 2014. One is the more well-known Lyme disease; the other is the lesser known babesiosis. While several cases have been reported in the southern portion of New Jersey, Gluckman said babesiosis is a much more common malady in the areas of Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard, and Cape Cod.
“The vast majority don’t know they’ve had it,” he noted. Many patients will think they have flu-like symptoms without considering that a small insect may have bitten them and made them sick. There are some portions of the population who Gluckman said will not get away from babesiosis quite as easily.
“If you’re immunosuppressed or if you don’t have a spleen it can be a bad, bad disease,” he said. Gluckman advises people who do not have a spleen to avoid areas where the virus is prevalent, calling it “just an unnecessary risk.”
Gluckman said his hospital treats a handful of people with the disease every year. Often, the disease has worked its course and patienst are already on the road to recovery by the time they have come in to get checked.
The best way to prevent getting either Lyme disease or babesiosis is to not get bitten by ticks, Gluckman said. For people going into areas where ticks live, particularly wooded areas, he said it is important to use bug spray that has at least some amount of DEET in its chemical makeup. “All the others are only mildly to marginally effective,” he said.
Although some people have raised concerns about the safety of using products that contain DEET to repel bugs, Gluckman noted, “There is a totally misguided concept that it’s dangerous. There has been no credible report of a serious untoward event with DEET.” He added that even a product with as little as 25% DEET can be effective in keeping people safe.
Babesiosis may be gaining notoriety, but many more people are aware of Lyme disease and the many myths that surround the disease, said Gluckman. While babesiosis is caused by parasites and is more similar to malaria, he said Lyme is caused by bacteria. The two diseases, he noted, can be carried by the same species of ticks and in some cases can infect people with both at the same time.
Gluckman said in addition to using quality bug spray, people who live in high-risk areas for ticks can better protect themselves from bites by wearing long sleeves and pants and getting in the habit of checking themselves for ticks after being outdoors. Hiking fully covered in the summer may not be the ideal way to take on the trail but Gluckman said that is why it is important to be aware of your surroundings and anything that might land on you during your time in the woods.
He also said it is important to remember that ticks do not automatically bite people in the places they land and also do not infect that person immediately after biting. He said it can take a minimum of 36 hours for the infecting bacteria to make its way from the bug’s gut into its mouth when it could then infect its host.
For doctors treating Lyme disease, Gluckman said two advantages are the ability to treat the disease and also the ability to recognize its symptoms, including its “characteristic rash.” While most people associate Lyme disease with bullseye rashes, Gluckman said that is only the case for one-third of patients infected with the disease. “My general approach to this is to look for any large, red patch on the patient, whether it has a bullseye or a vesicle in the middle, unless the patient has a better explanation” for the symptoms.
One misconception Gluckman said he tries to educate his patients about is the belief that they can get Lyme disease more than once. “There have been very good studies that have shown that it is a different bug,” rather than a recurrence of the first case, he said.
“When I see a patient suffering from chronic Lyme disease, I tell them that they’re going to see doctors who are going to tell them things 180 degrees from what I’m telling them. I can only tell them what I think and why I think it and where this confusion is coming from.”
It may not be carried by bugs but Gluckman said whooping cough is a serious health issue, especially for infants. “If they get it they can die,” he said. “If adults get it we cough for 3 or 4 months and nobody wants to be around us.”
The Centers for Disease Control a few years ago urged all adults to get a shot for whooping cough, particularly parents or expectant mothers. “The shot doesn’t last all that long, but it’s very effective,” he said. “If you can’t get whooping cough, you can’t give it to somebody.”
One of the most serious, and most unusual, health stories this summer has been the death of a 9-year-old girl from Kansas from a brain-eating amoeba called Naegleria fowleri. This particularly deadly strand lives in what Gluckman said most people would think of as “old swimming holes,” or fresh water ponds.
Gluckman said most cases of people getting sick happen in the southern part of the country where water temperatures are warmer and more suitable for the amoeba to develop. Most cases, he added, happen when people, particularly children, jump into the water which then goes up their noses allowing the bacteria to reach the brain.
“It’s very, very rare,” he said. While it may not be the most stylish part of a summer wardrobe, Gluckman said something as simple as nose plugs can go a long way in helping to prevent people from getting infected. He said while it is a concern, it should not be enough to stop people from swimming in places they are used to going. “You could just say there’s a risk in everything we do and not let this get in the way of your summer.”
Out of all the other conditions covered in this article, Gluckman said this can be the hardest to diagnose and there are very limited treatment options, if any. “You’re looking at the spinal fluid for the amoeba,” he said. “If you had a pathology department who didn’t have this and weren’t thinking about it they might dismiss these as normal blood cells in the spinal fluid.”
For doctors like Gluckman, dealing with infectious diseases is what they do on a daily basis. For others who may not be as familiar with the conditions, he said there are resources they can reach out to in order to provide their patients the best care possible. “Some of this stuff is nuanced. Not every doctor is supposed to know about malaria,” he said. Sometimes help can be as simple as taking a picture of a patient’s rash and sending it to a specialist to help with diagnosis. “Other things require more a more hands-on approach,” he said.
Infectious disease specialists see a wide range of afflictions with patients and Gluckman said they can change as often as the seasons. “It varies. In the winter it’s more respiratory viruses, so it’s not that we’re not busy, but it’s different viruses,” he said.
Patients who have to deal with the different infectious diseases will see their summers impacted to different levels depending on their conditions, but for the general public Gluckman said it can be business as usual as the weather continues to heat up.

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Canelo Alvarez and Gennady Golovkin appeared to end their long-running acrimonious war of words last night following the Mexican’s unanimous victory in their trilogy match.
Alverez won 116-112, 115-113, 115-113 to end the five-year rivalry that spanned 36 rounds of boxing in three bouts, with the Mexican finally coming out on top after a draw and a doubtful win.
After the fight, the two rivals embraced before exchanging words of praise and encouragement for the other, with Canelo branding Golovkin his “friend”.
‘Thank you very much my friend. Thank you for everything,” said the 32-year-old.
“We gave the fans three good fights and thank you for everything.”
Earlier exchanges have included allegations of drug use, references to home countries and comments on the fighters’ reputation as champions.
But that now appears to have been crushed, and Golovkin echoed his rival’s words before refusing to back down, despite being now 40 years old.
“I want to shake hands with Canelo,” he said. ‘Congratulations. The guy is a real warrior and if you don’t get it, you don’t get it.
“I still have this fire burning inside me. I have a passion for boxing. Don’t forget I have three belts at 160 pounds. I feel great.
“I didn’t allow any serious shots. I’m tired, I’m fresh. I feel the strength and power within me.
“Obviously if the opportunity arises I will try to get back in the ring. i can come back guys I’m still a champion.’
It’s likely Canelo will now be pushing for a rematch with WBA light heavyweight champion Dmitry Bivol, who defeated the Mexican in May.
Canelo promised to continue progressing after last night’s win, having previously made clear his intention to fight Bivol again.
“I’ve been through some difficult things in my life and the only thing you can do is keep moving forward,” he said.
“I’ve been going through tough times with my losses lately and I’ve actually shown that losing is great because it’s a great way to come back and show humility.”


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IPS Welcomes two new Affiliate Representatives
Two new faces appear on the IPS Affiliates page. They are Frank Florian (left), representing the Canadian Association of Science Centres (CASC), and Levent Gurdemir (right), the Southwestern Association of Planetariums (SWAP).
Frank fills a position held capably for many years by Ian McLennan. Levent takes over for Rachel Thompson, who began duties as the IPS Executive Secretary at the beginning of this year.
Announcing a new Ad Hoc Committee
Past President Joanne Young, as one of her final actions as president last year, has formed a new Ad Hoc Committee called Emerging Communities and has named Dave Weinrich, himself a past IPS president, as the chair.
Dave has done considerable work in Ghana, working to establish a planetarium there, and plans to continue his outreach there.
An emerging community, for the IPS, is one that is working in an economically challenged region on a mission to establish a planetarium.


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The idea was “to create a top of the range product that better reflected the concentration of our centennial vineyards” - this is how the winemaker Luís Leocádio synthesizes the motivation to produce and launch Fragmentado wines, produced by the Titan of Douro producer.
For these two wines, Fragmentado red and white, we used the 'help' of 30 grape varieties identified: 17 red and 13 white. Therefore, we can speak, not of one, but of two true tops of the range.
The grapes were produced in plots of centenary vines, planted at an altitude between 750 and 850 meters, with a transition soil between shale and granite. Poor and rugged, but it shows surprising acidity in the wines under appreciation. They belong to a Douro apart from the rest: far from the homonymous river, from the schist and from the low quotas. Before, a Douro facing the river Távora, at altitude, at the confluence with the smallest demarcated wine area in Portugal, that of Távora-Varosa - to which we will return here soon. In the sub-region of Cima-Corgo. With granite floors.
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Tauruses also make good cat owners because they're routine-oriented.
Cats can count on Taurus owners to feed, play, and pet them daily at the same time.
Cats and Scorpios both want solitude and independence on an extreme level.
Any cat owner will tell you that you only make the right decision 50% of the time.
The Lion represents Leo, therefore it's no surprise it's one of the top three cat owners.
Cats are subtle, hard to interpret, and comfortable alone.
Capricorns make good cat owners since they don't get irritated if their pets wake them up at night.
This sign never tires of giving their pets treats and playtime.
Cancer is the zodiac's homebody, represented by the crab. A nurturer is most suited to adore and care for a cat.
Cancer cat owners may create homemade goodies for their pets or leave social functions early to play with them.
Libras like cats since they're sophisticated and attractive.
Libras like high-quality beds, collars, scratching posts, and other feline accessories.

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That's it! Cher totally wins the Internet!
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Queen B is pretty untouchable live!
Watch her perform - for the first time ever - her GaGa duet (without the Lady there) as well as the DC classics Independent Women, Bug A Boo and Bootylicious.
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Considering Ronda Rousey blazed a trail in MMA, it’s no surprise she’ll be doing the same in WWE.
Jordan Espinosa doesn’t know what his UFC future holds after winning his debut at UFC on ESPN+ 6, but he is ready for anything.
UFC on ESPN+ 10 has its second official fight with the addition of Makwan Amirkhani vs. Chris Fishgold.
After taking out the top-5 fighter in the UFC rankings, flyweight Jennifer Maia believes she took her spot. Now, Maia is looking to move up.
Check out the highlights from LFA 62, which crowned an interim champ-champ in the main event.
John Makdessi isn’t claiming his latest win was some work of art, but he does believe he kept his career moving in the right direction.
Personal turmoil helped Chris Gutierrez make the necessary changes to get his hand raised in his second UFC appearance at UFC on ESPN+ 6.
Norbert Novenyi didn’t hate his first trip to the United States, but he wasn’t in love with how he performed in the cage.
CFFC will host a pair of events during an eight-day stretch in May, with four championship fights on the dual UFC Fight Pass cards.
All the info you need to watch UFC Philadelphia, which is headlined by a lightweight clash between Edson Barboza and Justin Gaethje.


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Ellen’s tax client is employed at a large company that offers medical flexible spending accounts to its employees. Tom must decide at the beginning of the year whether he wants to put as much as $2,500 of his salary into the medical spending account. He expects that he will have to pay for at least $8,000 of medical expenses for his family during the year since his wife is seeing a psychiatrist every week and his daughter and son are both having their teeth straightened. Tom does not itemize deductions. Should Ellen recommend that Tom put the maximum in his medical flexible spending account, and if so, why?
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text: Quick post to show you a card I made for my sister's 9 year old - it's his birthday today! I had some scraps of some great birthday boy paper - I wish I could remember who made it (it's an oldie - but a goodie! I think it might have been American Crafts?) I die cut the 9 using PTI's By the Numbers dies. I also diecut a bunch of the Loop De Loop die using different cardstock colors to match the paper - don't those Loop De Loops look like streamers? Alrighty... that's all for today! Have a good one!


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The members of the Evanston Township High School boys swimming and diving team spent half of the month of December like fish out of water.
Now they’re going to dip into the biggest tank available.
The Wildkits scored their first sectional team championship since 2015 Saturday at Niles North, and secured qualifying spots for all three relay teams and 12 individuals for next weekend’s Illinois High School Association boys state finals, set for the first time at the new FMC Natatorium in southwest suburban Westmont.
How fast was Evanston on Saturday? The Wildkits set three new school records – and two of those marks came in races they DIDN’T win.
Aaron Martin (200-yard freestyle, 100 freestyle), Caden Hardy (200 individual medley, 100 breaststroke), Lucas Macy (500 freestyle) and diver Aryeh Lesch all claimed individual victories as ETHS wiped out runner-up Loyola Academy by a margin of 305 points to 253 for the Ramblers in the 12-team field. Both teams are ranked in the top five in the state.
First-place finishers in each event automatically advanced to state, while the others beat established qualifying time standards set by the IHSA.
Evanston registered second place finishes in the 200 medley relay (school record 1:35.12), 200 freestyle relay (1:26.62), and 400 freestyle relay (3:10.21), trailing Loyola in all three races.
Joining those squads as individual qualifiers are Charlie Herrick, second in the backstroke in a school record 52.10; Michael Pollock, second in the breaststroke in 59.33; Milo Balzer, third in the individual medley in 1:56.23 and third in the 100 butterfly in 51.60; Cadel Saszik, third in the backstroke in 52.71; and diver Jamie Young, who earned an at-large berth with a career-best score of 421.95 points after placing fourth.
No matter what happens next weekend in Westmont – and the Kits could be in the hunt for a team trophy with the right breaks – the 2021-22 campaign will stand as a tribute to what hard work and perseverance can make possible, even under circumstances that aren’t ideal for producing fast finishes at the end of the season.
Don’t forget that ETHS shut down its entire athletic program, including practices and competition, when the coronavirus pandemic reared again in the Evanston community right before the Christmas break.
Head coach Kevin Auger and his staff weren’t allowed to conduct workouts for close to two weeks at the Burton Aquatic Center and had to find creative measures that would keep their swimmers engaged and in shape.
“We were fish out of water – literally – but fortunately it didn’t last very long,” said Auger, who was named Coach of the Year in the sectional by a vote of his peers Saturday. “The first day out of the water we actually did a Zoom dry-land workout, and then the second day, we did it again.
“I still had PTSD from the previous year [when no state finals were held]. We were praying and praying that we’d just be allowed back in the water. I’m so happy for our kids, especially the seniors, that we were able to get this season in and qualify for state. It’s a true blessing. Everybody we thought could get through, got through, and we’ve had a really good end of the season.”
Evanston’s swimmers scattered around the area to work out and keep in shape wherever they could find an empty lane in a pool. And if the “layoff” had an adverse effect, it wasn’t obvious on Saturday.
“Swimming in the high school season [as opposed to club season], we emphasize the matchups and trying to win [meets] more than times,” said Martin, who won the 200 freestyle in 1 minute, 42.06 seconds and came back to rule the 100 freestyle in 47.14, both season bests. “Working out just with a friend isn’t as intense as a regular practice. A big part of our training is competing, and I’d take times I had in practice [before the pandemic hit] and try to race against myself.
“There were some limited spots at the YMCA but you had to wake up pretty early to get there, and you only had an hour then. It definitely was not the same.”
Hardy, who joined Martin in most of their December workouts, lowered his own school record in the 100 breaststroke (to 57.61) and took top honors in the individual medley in 1:54.24. “We know we’re in good shape, so really it was more of a mental thing,” he said. “But it’s daunting not to be in the water.”
The senior standout recently committed to Marist College and credited his efforts in the individual medley this year for earning the notice of college recruiters and turning him into a more accomplished all-around swimmer.
“This year I’ve done a lot more training on all four strokes,” Hardy noted. “Kevin [Auger] pushed me to become a more well-rounded swimmer because that’s what the college coaches are looking for, and it paid off. That’s what caught their eye.
“It wasn’t easy and I was very uncomfortable with some of the other strokes. The breaststroke has been No. 1 for me since I was about 9 years old. But it’s worked out pretty well.”
“Caden is an elite swimmer in the backstroke and breaststroke, and he’s worked diligently on his fly and freestyle,” said the ETHS coach. “He just keeps improving and today he was our second-fastest on the 200 free relay [split of 21.3].”
Macy, a sophomore, was already partly tapered and rested when he recorded an 8-second time drop in the 500 freestyle at the Central Suburban League South division meet. Saturday, he joined a pretty short list of sophomores at ETHS who have achieved both league and sectional titles in any race in the same season.
His winning time of 4:45.30 was just off his time at the conference meet, and the ability to extend a taper – the time leading up to a competition when swimmers decrease their training volume while increasing their rest – has combined with an uncanny sense of pace plus a fierce desire to race to put the rest of the distance challengers in Illinois on notice that he’s only tapped his potential to date.
“I wanted to go faster today, but it’s OK. I can do it again next week,” said Macy after keeping his season alive. “I’m pretty confident right now and I trust the coaches when it comes to my taper.
“I wanted to get the sophomore [school] record and I got it last week, and I wanted to get my name up on that record board. I wanted the state cut, too, and I got that. There’s a meet I want to go to in March in Florida that’s at the next level and I need a 4:39.59, so that’s my goal next week.”
Coach Auger won’t be surprised if he gets there.
“For him to swim that well the last two weeks is really something – and I think he’ll do this well or better at state,” the coach predicted. “He’s a great racer, and today he took control of the race about halfway through and he knew he’d win. Most guys in the 500 have to learn how to push in the middle of the race, but Lucas already has that in him. That’s what makes him a great racer.”
Lesch, who placed seventh at state as a sophomore, dominated the diving competition with a winning total of 556.35 points. He only missed the school record by about 7 points Saturday and “settled” for a career-best effort instead.
“I didn’t think I’d get that close to the school record, and it would have been cool to get it,” he said. “But the scoring at the sectional is always a little different.
“I wasn’t really happy with the way I dove at conference [third place with a score of 463.10], but having a good sectional gives me a lot more confidence now. My most difficult dive is the 2½ inward. It was a little shaky during the season but now it’s coming together. I didn’t hit it perfectly today, but it felt comfortable in the warm-ups and in the competition.”
“Aryeh was solid today and Jamie Young had the meet of his life,” said ETHS assistant coach Aaron Melnick, who was recognized as the Coach of the Year in diving. “We’re not changing anything up for Aryeh at state. We’re very confident with his DD [degree of difficulty dives] in the right places and he’ll get scored better by the [state meet] officials than he was by coaches.
“It will be hard for him to break into the top three, but anything can happen.”


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The determination of the solubility parameter of organic compounds has been of much significance in the chemical industry. In this study, we propose a predictive method based on the combination of the Group Contribution strategy with the Artificial Neural Network to calculate/estimate the solubility parameter values of about 1620 nonelectrolyte organic compounds at 298.15 K and atmospheric pressure. The chemical functional groups are obtained for various compounds categorized in 81 different chemical families. The final results indicate the following statistical parameters of the presented method: average relative deviation (ARD %) of the determined properties from existing experimental values of 1.5% and a squared correlation coefficient of 0.985. It is finally inferred that the developed model is more accurate and predictive than our previously proposed models based on the Quantitative Structure–Property Relationship algorithm, which yielded 4.6, 3.4, and 3.1 ARD % from experimental values.
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