“Whistlejacket are enthralling. One listen isn’t enough, you’ve just got to keep playing. They have a haunting feel that cemented The Cure’s sound. They are on that level of brilliance”
New Cross five-piece Whistlejacket have been making a name for themselves on the London and UK psych scenes for the past year having played several high profile supports and a residency at the Macbeth as well as psych festivals in Liverpool and London. The five-piece, featuring members George, Danny, Mickey, YobKiss and Doug, make their own brand of cosmically distorted shoegaze which creates a totally immersive atmosphere with their swirling vocals and hypnotic guitars. They’ve released only a handful of cuts so far – last year’s ‘March’ and ‘Nineteen’ – and have a new single ‘Melt’ out now.


More than 6,000 teachers have been employed since 2011 on reduced pay scales, an issue around which the Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland (ASTI) is planning six more strikes up to December 7 in pursuit of equal pay for equal work, the next of them scheduled for Tuesday.
The union’s separate industrial action, of withdrawing from supervision and substitution work, was the priority in yesterday’s talks with the department, with the hope of averting more than 500 schools having to stay closed after this week’s mid-term break.
The parties will reconvene today but there was no indication either side was willing to ease its position on the disputes in any way.
ASTI wants all of its members who entered the profession in the past five years restored to the pre-2011 pay scales that apply to its longer-serving members.
The department told thethat restoring all entrants to the education and training sector since January 2011 to previous pay arrangements would cost between €65m and €70m a year.
This is not restricted to teachers, but more than 6,200 whole-time equivalents who have entered the teaching profession since then. The number of teachers involved could be closer to 7,000 as the figure is derived by combining those in full-time jobs with those who did not have full-time contracts or employed only as substitutes.
An ASTI spokesperson said the costs cited by the department are consistent with what the union had been saying, but that unequal pay was putting the country’s high-performing education service at risk.
Adding €70m to the Department of Education budget would represent an increase of around 0.75% annually on its allocation of over €9bn. However, a spokesperson said that the cost of a similar exercise across the entire public service would be substantially higher because the pay reductions affecting teachers after the beginning of 2011 were applied to all public servants.
Mr Bruton secured €458m, or 5.1% extra, for 2017 in last month’s budget but faces significant other demands for increased spending on third-level funding, reducing primary class sizes, and special education.
The department’s recent deal with the Teachers’ Union of Ireland and Irish National Teachers’ Organisation went some way to reversing a disproportionate pay hit on new entrants to the profession, compared to other public servants employed since 2011.
As well as the 10% reduction to pay scales for all new entrants, new teachers lost qualifications and other allowances that are paid to colleagues, but they will see increases between 15% to 20% in pay in a deal which Mr Bruton says remains open to ASTI if it ceases industrial action.


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CW To Air ‘Crazy Ex-Girlfriend’ Concert SpecialFans of the music of “Crazy Ex-Girlfriend” are in luck. The CW will offer a final opportunity to see the cast perform the original songs from the show following its series finale in April.
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Antique Map-SPAIN-PLAN OF EL ESCORIAL-MADRID-Karl Baedeker-1913
Subject: Map : Plan of El Escorial in Madrid, Spain.
Condition: Good. General age related toning.
Medium: Coloured lithographs on a vellin type of paper. Original fold.
Size (in cm): The overall size is ca. 16 x 10.5 cm. The image size is ca. 15 x 9.5 cm.
Size (in inch): The overall size is ca. 6.3 x 4.1 inch. The image size is ca. 5.9 x 3.7 inch.
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Having undesirable fat in various areas of your body can have a significant influence on your health and self-esteem. While traditional weight loss through exercise and diet is an excellent method to lose weight overall, even the very best exercises cannot target issue locations like the belly, inner thighs, arms, and butts. Liposuction is a time evaluated treatment that is utilized to eliminate excess fat from particular areas of the body, enabling an individual to form and contour their body to their liking. Is liposuction right for you? Discover now.
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The Art of Home Design: Exploring Accent Walls, Natural Lighting, and Circulation Patterns
Home design is an art form that combines functionality and aesthetics to create a space that is both beautiful and livable. In this article, we will explore three key elements of home design: accent walls, natural lighting, and circulation patterns.
An accent wall is a wall that is painted or covered in a different material than the rest of the walls in a room. It is a great way to add visual interest to a space and create a focal point. Accent walls can be created using paint, wallpaper, tile, or even reclaimed wood.
When choosing an accent wall, it is important to consider the other colors and patterns in the room. The accent wall should complement the existing decor without overwhelming it. In addition, the accent wall should be in a location that naturally draws the eye, such as behind a bed or a sofa.
Natural lighting is one of the most important elements of home design. It not only makes a space look more beautiful, but it also has numerous health benefits. Exposure to natural light has been shown to improve mood, increase productivity, and regulate sleep patterns.
When designing a space, it is important to consider the orientation of the room and the placement of windows. North-facing rooms tend to receive less natural light, while south-facing rooms receive the most. East-facing rooms receive morning light, while west-facing rooms receive afternoon light. By positioning windows strategically, you can maximize the amount of natural light that enters a space.
Circulation patterns refer to the way people move through a space. Good circulation patterns allow people to move easily and comfortably through a space, while bad circulation patterns can make a space feel cramped and awkward.
When designing a space, it is important to consider the flow of traffic. For example, in a living room, the seating should be arranged in a way that allows people to move freely through the space. In a kitchen, the placement of appliances and work surfaces should allow for easy movement between them. By designing a space with circulation patterns in mind, you can create a space that is both beautiful and functional.
Accent walls, natural lighting, and circulation patterns are just a few of the many elements of home design. By considering these elements and incorporating them into your design, you can create a space that is both beautiful and livable.


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Rico Love came on the Rap / Hip Hop scene with the release of the album 'They Don't Know' released on February 5, 2014. The track 'They Don't Know' quickly became a hit and made Rico Love one of the fastest growing acts at that time. Since then, Rico Love came out with the extremely popular album 'Discrete Luxury' which features some of the most well-known work from the Rico Love catalog. 'Discrete Luxury' includes the single 'Everybody's Girl' which has become the most requested for followers to enjoy during the live events. In addition to 'Everybody's Girl', most of other tracks from 'Discrete Luxury' have also become recognized as a result. Some of Rico Love's most famous tour albums and songs are displayed below. After 2 years since releasing 'They Don't Know' and having a massive impact in the business, fans continue to gather to experience Rico Love appear live to perform hits from the complete collection.
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Contrary to popular belief, most older Americans with advancing dementia remain in their own homes – many until they die. But a new study by researchers at UC San Francisco has revealed that this population may endure more pain and have more complex or unaddressed medical needs than their counterparts in nursing homes.
In the study, researchers compared the medical characteristics of 728 adults over 65 with moderately severe dementia, in three settings: the participants’ own homes; residential care, which spans the spectrum of retirement communities from those offering support at extra cost to assisted-living facilities; and nursing homes, which care for people unable to attend to their most basic needs.
Although the living-at-home participants had an average age of 82, four years younger than the nursing home residents, the researchers found that they had more chronic conditions – 3.2 versus 3.1 – were more likely to be bothered by pain – 70.8 percent versus 58.6 percent – and had fallen in the last month or had concerns about falls – 67.1 percent versus 50.4 percent. Additionally, they were more likely to have anxiety and fair or poor health, rather than good or excellent health.
Turning Away from Nursing Facilities in Favor of Home
But the authors say the findings – which appear in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society on Aug. 7, 2019 – should not be interpreted as a call to accelerate moving people with moderately severe dementia from their homes.
“Rates of nursing home use are declining because they are expensive and people generally prefer the familiarity of home,” said first author Krista Harrison, PhD, of the UCSF Division of Geriatrics. “People with dementia benefit from consistent and predictable environments and caregivers. Nursing homes may offer more people to help with medical and social needs, but that might mean sharing a room with someone with different daily habits or distressing behavior symptoms.”
In keeping with the trend away from nursing homes, Medicaid spending on community and home-based services has surpassed spending on institutional care, the authors noted.
The participants were drawn from a sample of Medicare enrollees, representative of seniors nationwide. Some 499 of the total participants lived at home (68.5 percent), 126 lived in residential facilities (17.3 percent) and 103 (14.2 percent) lived in nursing homes. In a 2015 study cited by the authors and drawn from a separate nationally representative sample of U.S. seniors, 58.7 percent with dementia were reported to have died in their homes.
To meet the criteria for moderately severe dementia, the study’s participants had a doctor’s diagnosis for dementia or were determined to have probable dementia according to a survey algorithm. Additionally, they had to struggle with at least one activity of daily living, such as dressing, bathing or toileting, and a “cognitively-oriented instrumental activity of daily living,” such as managing medications or finances.
“At this stage of dementia, patients may have difficulty recalling their address or personal history,” said senior author Alexander K. Smith, MD, MPH, from the UCSF Division of Geriatrics and the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center. “Communication becomes impaired and the individual may struggle to follow a conversation and become disoriented with respect to time and place. They may lack good judgment and experience mood and behavior changes.”
Seniors in residential facilities with moderately severe dementia differed from those at home and in nursing homes. This group, whose average age was 85, had less depression and anxiety, fewer chronic conditions and less unintentional weight loss. However, the cost of residential care facilities, which average $48,000 a year, makes them prohibitive to most seniors for multi-year stays. While nursing homes are more expensive, depending on the state, Medicaid may cover seniors with particularly low income and assets, the authors said.
Seniors in Residential Care More Likely to Be Higher Income
Not surprisingly, the seniors living in residential care had higher incomes and were more likely to be U.S.-born and have post-high-school education, compared to those living at home or in nursing facilities. Conversely, this group was significantly less likely to be married or living together (16.4 percent) compared to those living at home (45.1 percent) or in nursing facilities (21.8 percent).
Home-based medical care, in which insurance pays for coordinated home care provided by doctors, physician assistants or nurse practitioners and their interdisciplinary teams, is a small but growing portion of health care.
“Some people with dementia who live at home receive home-based primary, geriatric or palliative care, but many more likely do not,” said Harrison, who is also affiliated with the UCSF Philip R. Lee Institute for Health Policy Studies. “There is an urgent need for these services – as well as home health aides and other social supports — to become widely available to those families providing home care for loved ones with dementia.”
Studies indicate that just 12 percent of homebound people receive primary care in their homes, according to the authors. Such programs result in reductions in disability and depression, fewer visits to emergency departments, fewer hospital stays and long-term care admissions, as well as positive impacts on caregivers’ health.
Co-Authors: Christine Ritchie, MD, MSPH, from UCSF and the San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living; Kanan Patel, MS, from UCSF; Lauren Hunt, RN, PhD, from UCSF and the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center; Kenneth Covinsky, MD, MPH, from UCSF; and Kristine Yaffe, MD, from UCSF and the San Francisco Veterans Affairs Medical Center.
Funding: The study was supported by funding from the National Institute on Aging, National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Disclosures: The authors report no conflicts of interest.
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is exclusively focused on the health sciences and is dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It includes UCSF Health, which comprises three top-ranked hospitals, as well as affiliations throughout the Bay Area.

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When it comes to food, Italians are primarily known throughout the world for pizza, pasta, and tomato sauce. However, Italy’s national diet has traditionally differed greatly by region. From around A.D. 500 to the late 1800s, Italy was made up of separate republics, each of which had different culinary customs. These varying cooking practices have been passed down from generation to generation and have contributed to the diversity of Italian cuisine. In the north, staple dishes were polenta and rice while pasta was popular throughout the south. In recent decades, however, pasta and pizza have became more and more popular in northern Italy. However, pasta is more likely to be served with a white cheese sauce in the north as opposed to the tomato-based sauce in the south. Italy has many major wine regions, from Valle d’Aosta on the French border to Sicily and Sardinia in the south. Wines are named after grape varieties or after their village or area of origin. Our personal rule while traveling throughout Italy is to always go with the house wine.
Here are some fabulous Italian food experiences:
– Sample the local pesto in Cinque Terre.
– Try some of the amazing cheeses like mozzarella, caciotta romana or pecorino.
– Enjoy one of the waterfront restaurants in Sorrento.
– Try the original pizza in Naples.
– Sample the local limoncello on the Amalfi Coast.
Some more must haves are:
Arancini – Typically a southern Italian specialty, arancini are deep fried balls of rice with tomato sauce, eggs, and cheese.
Risotto – Rice that has been sauteed and cooked with stock. The result is a very rich and hearty dish. Meat, seafood, vegetables or cheeses are almost always added depending on the recipe and the locale. Many restaurants, families, towns, and regions have a signature risotto.
Polenta – Yellow corn meal that has been cooked with stock. It can be served creamy, cut into shapes after allowed to set, fried or roasted.
Gelato – The Italian version of ice cream. Non-fruit flavors are usually made only with milk while the fruit flavors are non-dairy. When I’m in Italy, I usually have at least one gelato every day. There are many flavors like coffee, chocolate and tiramisu, but my favorite is the pistachio.
Tiramisu – An Italian cake made from coffee, mascarpone and cookies with cocoa powder on top.
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Alan Colmes mocked Rick Santorum for the manner in which he and his family mourned the death of their 20-week old child. Fortunately, Rich Lowry was there to smack Colmes down. Look at Colms pouting as someone dares call him out for being a creep.
Colmes also brought the incident up on his website, completely mischaracterizing what the Santorums did in an effort to portray them as kooks.
What a loathsome human being.
Update: Alan Colmes apologized to Rick Santorum. It’s good to know that people can still recognize when they have crossed a line.
The Lying Worthless Poltical Hack, a\k\a Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House, tells Priests and Bishops to speak out on immigration from the pulpit based upon a biblical concern for “the dignity and worth of every person”.
The respect that the Lying Worthless Political Hack has “for the dignity and worth” of the smallest and most helpless among us was well demonstrated by this quote from Naral Pro-Choice America in 2007 after Pelosi became speaker of the House:
“Americans who value freedom and privacy have many reasons to celebrate as Nancy Pelosi takes the Speaker’s gavel to make this historic move forward for our country. For her nearly 20 years in office, Speaker Pelosi has been an effective advocate for women’s health and has championed her pro-choice values by consistently voting to protect a woman’s right to choose. In November, voters across this country endorsed Speaker Pelosi’s call for a change and new direction by electing 23 new pro-choice members to the U.S. House of Representatives. Today, we celebrate as Speaker Pelosi takes the reins; under her leadership Americans can expect a new focus on commonsense solutions, not the divisive attacks that marred the previous Congresses.”
As it so happened, I was in Washington DC on that National Mall as congress was voting on the mess which is our “health care reform” bill. I hadn’t been to our capitol city before, and it was a simply beautiful afternoon — one on which it was hard to believe that our elected representatives were bringing us one large step closer to a major budgetary crisis point, and Representative Stupak was busy selling out the principles everyone had imagined to be as solid as the Rock of Gibraltar for a rather paltry executive order which may (or may not) come after the fact. (Call me a cynic, but I could well imagine the EO never coming. Though in a sense, why not issue it: It would have no effect and could be repealed at any time. Still, there would be a great deal of justice and truth in Obama using the old Microsoft line, “Your mistake was in trusting us.”)
Still, though sun, green grass, and stone monuments are fresh in my mind, and the largest looming problems in my mind revolve around children wailing that they need a bathroom right now while traveling on the metro (let’s just say that didn’t end well) I don’t want to seem as if I’m discounting the importance of what we’ve just seen. And there seem to be some fairly clear conclusions we can draw:
1) Stupak had no desire to be to abortion what Joe Lieberman chose to be to foreign policy. Lieberman was hounded out of his party and continues to hold office only because of people who disagree with him on nearly every other issue admired his principled stands on Iraq, Israel, etc. If Stupak had brought down the Health Care Reform bill in defense of the unborn, he would have received similar treatment from his own party to what Lieberman has received, and he clearly didn’t want to be that person. Instead, having talking himself into a corner he really didn’t want to be in, he seized upon a fig leaf when it was offered and did what he’d clearly wanted to do all along:
Last November during a town hall meeting near the Upper Peninsula Representative Bart Stupak of Michigan, an alleged “pro-life” Democrat that recently voted for government funding of abortion, made it clear that he was never going to vote “No” on ObamaCare.
Biretta tip to Sydney Carton and Alicia Colon.
US Catholic Bishops: Executive Order Deal A Non-Starter:
We’ve consulted with legal experts on the specific idea of resolving the abortion funding problems in the Senate bill through executive order. We know Members have been looking into this in good faith, in the hope of limiting the damage done by abortion provisions in the bill. We believe, however, that it would not be fair to withhold what our conclusion was, as it may help members in assessing the options before them:
“One proposal to address the serious problem in the Senate health care bill on abortion funding, specifically the direct appropriating of new funds that bypass the Hyde amendment, is to have the President issue an executive order against using these funds for abortion. Unfortunately, this proposal does not begin to address the problem, which arises from decades of federal appellate rulings that apply the principles of Roe v. Wade to federal health legislation. According to these rulings, such health legislation creates a statutory requirement for abortion funding, unless Congress clearly forbids such funding. That is why the Hyde amendment was needed in 1976, to stop Medicaid from funding 300,000 abortions a year. The statutory mandate construed by the courts would override any executive order or regulation. This is the unanimous view of our legal advisors and of the experts we have consulted on abortion jurisprudence. Only a change in the law enacted by Congress, not an executive order, can begin to address this very serious problem in the legislation.”
U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops
- In deal with Stupak, White House announces executive order on abortion (Washington Post):
Resolving an impasse with anti-abortion Democrats over the health-care reform legislation, President Obama announced Sunday that he will be issuing an executive order after the bill is passed “that will reaffirm its consistency with longstanding restrictions on the use of federal funds for abortion,” according to a statement from the White House.
“I’m pleased to announce we have an agreement,” Rep. Bart Stupak (D-Mich.) said at a news conference announcing the deal.
- “I think we’re witnessing Bart Stupak write the obit for the concept of the “pro-life Democrat” – Kathryn Jean Lopez (National Review).
Further analysis of the text of the order: Continue Reading
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The scandal that has engulfed the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) shows no sign in abating.
Today we learn even more incriminating facts that continue to tarnish the image of the USCCB.
In the latest RealCatholicTV.com program Michael Voris explains the deep entanglement of Democratic Party and anti-Catholic operatives that hold high positions within the USCCB.
Archbishop Raymond Burke has long been held with disdain (or outright revulsion) by liberal Catholics for his penchant to speak bluntly on various issues — from his cautioning the Democrats that they risk becoming “the party of Death” for their grievous stance on bioethical issues), to his disapproval of Obama’s appointment of Kathleen Sebelius to Secretary of Health and Human Services to his weighing in on the matter of reception of communion by publicly disobedient Catholics (see The Discipline Regarding the Denial of Holy Communion to Those Obstinately Persevering in Manifest Grave Sin Periodica de Re Canonica vol. 96 (2007)). His appointment by Pope Benedict XVI to the office of Prefect of the Supreme Tribunal of the Apostolic Signatura was interpreted both as sign of the Pope’s favor (by conservatives) as well as perhaps a “punishment of sorts” by liberals, who hoped that his outspokenness on American political affairs would be muted by geographical distance.
Guess again. From National Catholic Reporter‘s “man in Rome” John Allen Jr. comes the news that, with his Oct. 17 appointment to the powerful Congregation for Bishops, Burke’s influence is set to grow:
When a diocese becomes vacant, it’s the job of the papal nuncio, or ambassador, in that country to solicit input on the needs of that diocese and to work with the local bishops and bishops’ conference to identify potential nominees. The nuncio prepares a terna, or list of three names, which is submitted to the Congregation for Bishops, along with extensive documentation on the candidates.
Members of the congregation are expected to carefully review all the documentation before meetings, and each is expected to offer an opinion about the candidates and the order in which they should be presented to the pope. Ultimately, it’s up to the pope to decide who’s named to any given diocese, but in most cases popes simply sign off on the recommendations made by the congregation.
To be sure, Burke’s nomination doesn’t mean he can single-handedly control who becomes a bishop, whether in the United States or anywhere else. … on the other hand, Burke’s influence may grow with time.
He’s by far the youngest of the current crop of Americans on the congregation (the next youngest, Levada, is 73, and Rigali is 74). Since appointments are for five-year terms and may be renewed until a prelate reaches the age of 80, Burke could be involved in bishops’ appointments for the next two decades. At some point he may well become the senior American in the process, with a correspondingly greater impact.
As Allen concludes: ” If anyone suspected that the decision to bring Burke to Rome last year was a way of muzzling him, or limiting his influence in the United States, it certainly doesn’t seem to be playing out that way.”
Hattip to our commenter Phillip. When Raymond Burke was Archbishop of Saint Louis he was a tireless advocate of the unborn and also tireless in taking to task those who supported abortion. His elevation to be head of the Supreme Court of the Apostolic Signature in Rome has not diminshed his zeal for the pro-life cause. In an interview in October of last year he stated that the Democrat party risked transforming itself into the party of death.
One of the arguments I’m starting to get very tired of is that when Senator Obama addressed Planned Parenthood and promised that the first thing he would do as President would be to sign the Freedom of Choice Act (thus cementing a more drastic pro-abortion regime than has ever existed in the US to day) he was obviously just scoring partisan political points, and that Catholics are not only ill advised to worry about FOCA passing and being signed but that if they do so they are actively behaving in bad faith by accusing Obama of supporting something he never really meant to do.
I don’t think it’s news to anyone that politicians often pander, and to anyone who doubted it in the first place it’s increasingly clear that the only difference between Obama’s “new politics” and the old kind of politics is that the “new politics” involves Obama being president. But even if it’s common knowledge that one of the good ways of knowing that a politician is lying is to see if his mouth is moving, I don’t see how we can even discuss politics if we don’t assume that the promises which a politician expressly makes on the campaign trial represent something which the politician at least thinks would be a good idea.

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Husband being fired from Microsoft upset woman, asked question about getting married, viral on social media
Amidst the news of retrenchment, a woman asked a question on social media
Woman’s question about her fiance fired from Microsoft went viral
New Delhi, Recently, the dismissal of employees by Tech Companies Layoff is making headlines. During this, many of the sacked people took to various social platforms to explain in detail about this life-changing event and the status of their new jobs. Amid reports of layoffs, a woman took to social media to ask netizens to help her take an important decision of her life. She wanted to know whether she should marry her fiancé who had recently been fired from Microsoft.
The woman claimed that it was an arranged marriage and their marriage was fixed in February 2023. Furthermore, she said that her family is aware of the current employment status of her future husband. The woman wrote, “I am not sure whether I should still marry him or not.” A screenshot of the woman’s post has been shared on Twitter by a user named @AbbakkaHypatia. The post received mixed comments. While some said it was funny, others found it a serious question. One person wrote, “How easy it is to make decisions when the heart is not involved.” One user wrote that he could not stop laughing at the word ‘upcoming husband’. A third user said, “Where is feminism?”
Meanwhile, the post has been seen by 30 thousand people so far. Apart from the woman’s question, the Twitter user also shared a screenshot of the answer to her question. In this, tell three solutions for both. The first one included the person who was getting the job done as soon as possible. The second solution suggested that the woman marry the man as she would get a huge discount from the company.
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LATE OF NOTTINGHAM.
With a Portrait.
BY THE REV. JOSEPH BEAUMONT, M.D.
SIMPKIN & MARSHALL, STATIONERS' COURT.
JOHN MASON, 14, CITY ROAD, AND 66, PATERNOSTER ROW;
AND BY KIRK,. AND HOWITT, NOTTINGHAM.
The writer was well acquainted with the subject of these Memoirs, and had ample opportunities, supplied by personal intercourse, of forming an accurate opinion of her character, religious attainments, and usefulness. It fell to his lot to be requested and urged by Mrs. Tatham's bereaved husband and children, to preach her Funeral Sermon; and on that occasion he was put in possession of materials in writing, from the nature and extent of which, he could entertain no doubt, that some memorial of her life and piety should be produced, of a more permanent form, and admitting of a wider diffusion than a sermon. And, accordingly, when entreated to undertake the task of preparing a suitable account for the press, that many beyond the circle in which Mrs. Tatham had been personally known might behold the light reflected from, and glorify God in her, the writer felt that such an application he could not decline, and hence have arisen the following pages.
Memoirs have, perhaps, never been more abundantly furnished than of late ; yet it is presumed that very few are to be had, which delineate female character distinguished by eminent piety during so long a period, or supplying so full and well-sustained a portraiture of an “old disciple,” as that which is here presented.
There are, no doubt, many ex iences and attainments common to all true Christians alike, so that the portraiture of one is that of a multitude; still it may be affirmed, with perfect justness, that whilst the heart of one man answereth to another, even as in water face answereth to face, there are individual varieties of mental and spiritual condition, as there are of physical conformation and external features, which render each man's experience his own, and not another's. The kind of excellence which belongs to one saint belongs to all ; but the degrees in which it is experienced, the circumstances connected with its attainment, and the forms, and modes, and fulness in which it is developed and reflected, may be, and often are, somewhat various. The instance now presented is one in which there was a high degree of Christian experience, and a force and clearness of manifestation, by which the subject of it was declared to be an “ epistle of Christ, written with the Spirit of the living God.”
But little has been required of the writer in the execution of his task beyond the duties of an editor, as the manuscripts left by Mrs. Tatham being so numerous as to furnish a clear, and it is thought not uninteresting, detail of the way in which the Lord her God led her seventy years in the wilderness, to humble her, to prove her, and to know what was in her heart, whether she

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Not a single complaint. Not even a sibling spat. Not while we're biking in sweltering 100-degree weather. And not while we're biking in a downpour. "I've never seen 30 people volunteer to bike in the rain, and smile about it," said my daughter, Reggie Foldes. Anyone who has traveled with kids knows it's rare--very rare--for such amiability on a family vacation. "We're usually arguing about everything, even where to eat," said Jenna Bronfman, 18. That's one reason why her parents and the other families had signed on for this Backroads trip for families with "Older Teens and 20-Somethings" in Europe. "Backroads takes all that stress away," explained Jenna's dad, Matt Bronfman, noting this is his family's fourth Backroads trip.
How do you narrow down days of hiking with your favorite people--amid some of the most beautiful scenery imaginable--into a "top 3" list? It's not easy. But I always appreciate tips from other travelers to help me make my travel decisions, so here we go...
Welcome to Split, capital of Dalmatia and the second-largest town in all of Croatia. Thanks to the unstoppable style of its natives, this bustling city-by-the-sea is a fantastic place to visit and one of Eastern Europe’s best-kept secrets.
Iceland is frequently referred to as "the land of fire and ice." It is an otherworldly landscape and one of the few places on the planet where volcanoes and glaciers coexist. But with its spectacular waterfalls, hot springs like the Blue Lagoon and a sea rich with Viking lore, Iceland should be called the land of fire, ice and WATER!
Whether it's swapping stories with a friend or traveling with a group of Backroads guests on our Douro Valley River Cruise, I can't help but share all the fascination and stories about port wine production and the country of Portugal. It's all just so darn good.
One of the reasons that Europe is so special is that, within a relatively small geographic area, you can visit incredibly diverse landscapes with their own histories, cultures and scenic wonders. While Backroads provides everything you'll need to enjoy any of our trips, these 10 destinations are especially great for first time travelers to Europe. With accessible airports and hotels, friendly locals who often speak English and dependable public transportation, among other welcoming attributes, they offer a perfect introduction to European beauty, food and charm.
The vastness and beauty of Norway’s fjords and lands are beyond description and must be experienced to be appreciated. Backroads took our group to areas of Norway most tours and visitors will never see. Every detail was planned and balanced with enough free time and choice of daily hikes depending on how one felt that day. This trip was perfect for our group of seven women, giving us the freedom to simply enjoy Norway, have fun and create memories together.
According to a local saying in Berchtesgaden, Bavaria, "Those loved by God are brought here"--a sentiment easy to understand as the Bavarian Alps can seem like heaven on Earth. For my family (myself, my Backroads husband and our toddler), it's our favorite place in the world to play and relax.
It's the second winter that I'm spending in Copenhagen, the city that also happens to be the destination of Backroads' Stockholm to Copenhagen cycling voyage. Up here in the North, the winter days are short, sunrise is late and counting the hours to sunset does not require all fingers of both hands. Sometimes it seems as if the cold is not only freezing the lakes and ponds in the countless parks and city gardens, but it is also freezing time. The hands of the watch slow their pace, as if they want to save energy for the long awaited summer, when suddenly music festivals, foodie fairs and street galleries pop up at every corner as if they were tulips and Copenhagen was not a city, but a large, fertile field. While summer is the perfect time to explore Copenhagen's art and food scene, the slow winter is well-suited to chat up the locals and engage in some philosophizing, especially when a few sun rays manage to break through the cloudy sky.
Twenty years ago, I found myself in Slovenia for the first time. I had never heard of it; to me, it was just a rumor, a whisper of adventure, a place where few were aiming their sights. "You've gotta check it out, man. No one even knows it's there." So, with very little thought and absolutely no plans, my friends and I grabbed our bags and set out for the station.


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LOP recall effort moves forward
The fate of the Lake of the Pines board of directors will be determined by a vote of the gated community’s membership now that a petition to trigger a recall election has been certified.
The effort has been emotional for several residents – many of whom feel that there is a widening divide occurring in the gated community and that some of the board members no longer represent the community. All sides are spreading rumors of vandalism and charging that their opinions and intentions have been neglected or misunderstood.
But the movement – which began over a proposed change to the “quiet hours” for recreation on the lake – has triggered two additional petitions that also attempt to tackle emerging concerns in the gated community.
“Having a few petitions out there is a sign of desperation by the people,” said former board member Darrell Brown, who supports all three.
“They can have their opinions, but it is particularly saddening to me to have to serve my community in a situation like this because the system is not broken,” said Board President Ralph Kendrick.
Kendrick said there is already a legal system in place that allows for the community to vote on issues – but it is opposite of what Dave Campbell, the author of the recall petition, and his supporters may want.
After the directors approve a new law, a petition can be circulated – similar to the recall petition – which would force the issue to be taken to a vote of the entire community.
“All it takes is 5 percent of the people and it becomes a major issue,” Kendrick said.
But for people such as Brown, this is just one example of a growing divide in the community where the board is no longer representative. “There is this huge variance between elderly people and the younger family types like myself who move up here to enjoy the amenities,” he said.
The board already relies on public input to make their decisions, said Board Vice President Carl Paquin. He was one of the two “no” votes on the recent change to the quiet hours rules, saying he felt he needed more clarity on the problem with wave-creating recreation.
“I feel like the board has tried very hard. Our board meetings are videotaped. I answer every phone call and every letter,” he said. “The board is listening.”
Not everybody agrees that a recall election is the right way to go.
“I think that my personal philosophy is that unless they have done something egregious or illegal, then we can wait until the next regularly scheduled election,” said resident Rick Kooi, who said he accidentally signed the recall petition but has since tried to remove his name.
He said he realized he wanted a separate solution to the problem of quiet hours and began gathering signatures of residents who merely oppose the new proposed law, which chops the hours of wave-producing activities.
Kooi said he and his supporters have gathered more than 300 signatures, but hope the sheer numbers will sway the board not to do the second reading of the law at their meeting in April, and force them to consider ways to better involve the community in decision-making by using things such as votes and surveys.
Campbell also authored the third petition, which proposes to return laws to the way they were three years ago. He said the changes that have been made since then were not approved by the members of the gated community.
But regardless, the recall election will go forward. The petition, which needed signatures from 5 percent of the membership – or 97 members – has been certified, Kendrick confirmed. There will now be a town hall meeting and residents will be issued a ballot where they can vote on whether to keep any, all, or none of the directors.
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Undergraduate Journal of Philosophy
Who we are…
Founded in 1998, Noēsis is the journal of undergraduate philosophy at the University of Toronto, a project that envisions and aims to engender a culture of creativity and lively philosophical exchange among students. The students whose work appears in our journals are all undergraduate students, as are the editors who volunteer to organize, compile, and peer review for publication.

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The European leading robotics and autonomous systems developer Milrem Robotics unveiled a new THeMIS Combat Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) equipped with loitering munitions that allow engaging targets farther behind enemy lines. THeMIS (Tracked Hybrid Modular Infantry System), unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), is a ground-based armed drone vehicle designed largely for military applications, and is built by Milrem Robotics in Estonia. . Ideal for locating, tracking and accurately eliminating soft targets, light vehicles and armoured vehicles from safe distances. The vehicle is intended to provide support for dismounted troops by serving as a transport platform, remote weapon station, IED detection and disposal unit etc.
“Units can manoeuvre the THeMIS Combat with Hunter 2-S drones closer to the enemy line. This allows them to engage closer targets faster or venture farther behind the lines to find suitable targets,” explained CPT (res) Jüri Pajuste, Defence R&D Director at Milrem Robotics.
“Deploying robotic systems across enemy lines is considerably faster and more efficient than using manned units for the same task,” Pajuste said and added that using loitering munitions also enhances a unit’s situational awareness and ISR capabilities.
The new system is equipped with Hunter 2-S tactical swarming drones by Halcon and features artificial intelligence that offers frontline forces the ability to locate, track and accurately eliminate soft targets, light vehicles and armoured vehicles from safe distances in challenging battlefield conditions. Hunter 2-S drones carry a payload of 2 kg each, can reach a cruising altitude of 500 m and cruise at an indicated airspeed of 25 m/s with a total available flight time of 45 minutes. The Hunter 2-S is able to autonomously follow a flight plan to an intended target area, coordinate with other drones in the swarm and loiter while seeking and classifying targets until engagement by a man-in-the-loop.
The mission-proven THeMIS UGV, which is part of robotics programs in 16 countries, is intended to support dismounted infantry units. The vehicle’s open architecture gives it multi-missions capability. The main purpose of the THeMIS Transport is to support onbase logistics and provide last mile resupply for fighting units on the front line. It supports infantry units by reducing their physical and cognitive load, increasing stand-off distance, force protection and survivability. It comes equipped with MIFIK – Milrem’s Intelligent Functions Kit that allows for independent mobility of the system, including point-to-point navigation, follow me, obstacle detection and avoidance.


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Insemination using donor semen is a well accepted method of treatment for certain couples.
Donor insemination is used as an alternative for those couples in whom semen analysis shows no sperm, or sperm incapable of fertilizing an egg. It is necessary to perform tests on the female partner to ensure that she is able to produce an egg and in some situations to check that her fallopian tubes are open before treatment is started.
At our centre, we use frozen donor semen from a licensed sperm bank. The sperm is collected from donors who are screened thoroughly for infectious diseases, such as HIV and hepatitis B. A blood test is taken prior to acceptance as a donor and is repeated every six months. Since HIV has a window period of 6 months, the sample is not released till the latter test (6 month) is negative for HIV.
The aim at our centre is to match as many donor characteristics as possible. Blood group and general physical characteristics of the male partner, such as, colour of the eyes, hair, complexion, etc. are taken care of to prevent anxiety which may develop later.
The insemination is performed around the time of ovulation, which is determined by follicle studies (sonography). It is performed in the same way as IUI
You and you partner are the legal parents of any child resulting from this treatment.

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Trump is determined to grant religious freedom to religious Bigots to legally discriminate against LGBTQ + people, and during Pride Month he used the Health and Human Services Department to do the dirty work of religious rights.
When Trump gassed peaceful protesters in Washington DC to speed up church attendance, it was more than just doing a simple photo op. It was a clear call to his most reliable base to advance the hateful agenda of the evangelicals to accelerate theocratic rule.
Holding up the Christian Bible seemed as uncomfortable to the accomplished sinner Trump as it would have been to touch the U.S. constitution. However, for his evangelical acolytes, the picture was confirmation that Trump would grant the evangelicals the “religious freedom” they demanded, no matter how messy things looked, no matter how many innocent Americans died, or how many millions of jobs were sacrificed. It is worth noting that freedom of religion in religious republican circles means full authority to control the rest of the population – especially women and members of the LGBTQ + community.
There is no doubt that many evangelicals were anxiously awaiting approval to terrorize members of the LGBTQ + community with a favorable Supreme Court ruling. one that would literally legalize discrimination against gays and transgender people. Trump, who stood like a fool and held up the Christian Bible, was a nod to the evangelicals that their plan for theocracy was on schedule to first smash the LGBTQ community and then put women under the authority of the evangelicals. as soon as Trump's SCOTUS officer could start fulfilling Trump's religious campaign promises.
Although the High Court's decision that evangelicals cannot quit their jobs because of sexuality was long overdue and the only decision compatible with the 14th amendment to the Constitution, it has certainly angered quite a few evangelical fundamentalists and Republicans. In their twisted theocratic minds, it violated their version of "religious freedom" not to be able to openly discriminate against members of the LGBTQ + community.
Unimpressed by a High Court ruling or the concept of the 14th amendment prohibiting discrimination against an American, Trump said to SCOTUS and then attempted to legalize discrimination against the LGBTQ + community. On the fourth anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shootout, Trump's Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has officially withdrawn health rights for transgender Americans. as if they weren't American citizens.
Trump's deliberate evangelical plan "effectively excludes transgender and non-binary people from the fundamental protection of civil rights currently guaranteed by federal law and the United States Constitution."
Some Americans may remember that Trump gave religious law a valuable gift in December 2017 that effectively transshipped America's transgender people. According to the Evangelical fundamentalists who control Trump, transgender people are no longer an acceptable identity to receive health care.
Since dirty religious Bigots want to deny LGBTQ + people access to health care, Trump uses the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) to “narrowly define gender as a biological, constant disease that is caused by genitals at birth ". As noted at the Huffington Post, Trump, as a special religious law, is "equivalent to an official government decree declaring that there is no transgender."
Undoubtedly, Trump's latest move not only served the religious legal cult, it also fulfilled the wishes of the United States Catholic Bishops' Conference (USCCB). The American bishops allied themselves with evangelical fundamentalists and were busy "guessing" Republicans and parents to reject transgender people as nonexistent, which led Trump's HHS to legalize discrimination against LGBTQ + people.
Jennifer Levi, director of the GLAD Transgender Rights Project, explained the obvious – unless America was controlled by malicious evangelicals. Ms. Levi said:
“Unfortunately, the new regulation requires healthcare providers and insurers to reject transgender people in their search for basic medical care. This is another stubborn policy that comes from a government that wants to appease the (religious) right and ignore solid legal and medical guidelines. It contradicts established case law, is dangerous for transgender people and cannot survive a legal challenge. "
DNC chairman Tom Perez said.
“This illegal attack on the health of LGBTQ + Americans and other marginalized communities is horrific, but tragically not surprising. Trump and (religious) Republicans are committed to undermining the rights of LGBTQ + people – at school, at work, at home, in the military, in social services, and in healthcare. And they will stop at nothing to snatch health care from millions of Americans. "(Author bold)
According to the President of the American Medical Association, Susan R. Bailey, Trump's theocratic edict contradicts the mandate of the medical profession to treat everyone. Doctor Bailey said:
“Respect for the diversity of patients is a fundamental value of the medical profession and is reflected in AMA's longstanding policies that address discrimination based on race, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or a woman's choices about pregnancy, including termination. The federal government should never make it difficult for individuals to access healthcare – during a pandemic or at any other time. "(Author bold)
It is noteworthy that religion and nothing else are driving this archaic and hateful attack on people who, as the 14th Amendment makes it very clear, are "citizens of the United States" and are protected under the Constitution. It is also noteworthy that nowhere in this 14th amendment or in the entire constitution is there anything that remotely describes a group as being excluded from the protection of equality. Only Trump, Republicans, Racists, and Religious Cretans believe otherwise.
Trump does not need evangelical support to deny Americans constitutional equality. He has attacked almost every population group in the nation except the white evangelicals. It is unclear whether this hideous turn of events will be suppressed by the High Court, but if they protect LGBTQ + people from discrimination in the workplace, one can only hope that they will protect the same people from evangelicals who deny them medical care.
These religiously republicans are alleged followers of Christ who cheer for a man who willingly withholds health care from American citizens, just as they do when he gasses citizens to hold up a Bible.
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Apples and oatmeal make up these delicious breakfast bake that you can prepare on the weekend and enjoy throughout the week.
1. Preheat the oven to 350. Spray a 9×6 baking dish with cooking spray.
2. Toss the apple slices in a bowl with ½ cup of brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg and cardamom. Set aside.
3. In a small bowl mix together 3 tablespoons of the brown sugar with the all-purpose flour and butter with a fork. Set aside.
4. In a medium bowl, combine the remaining brown sugar with the oats, baking powder and salt. Pour the milk into a cup and whisk in the egg and vanilla. Pour over the oat mixture and stir until combined.
5. Arrange a layer (approximately ¼ of the apples) of apples on the bottom of the prepared baking dish and top with ¼ of the oatmeal mixture. Repeat, finishing with the oatmeal layer.
6. Drop dollops of the brown sugar-flour-butter mixture on top and then sprinkle the chopped pecans on top.
7. Bake for 35-45 minutes or until golden brown and the top layer is crispy. Allow to cool in the pan for 5-10 minutes before serving.
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The Syrians claim that they have fired on some Israeli aircraft near the Syrian/Turkish frontier. The Jerusalem Post reports that Syrian radio says that some Israeli aircraft dropped attachable fuel tanks on Syrian territory and broke the sound barrier. Continuing the multiple hearsay-fest: J-Post says Israel Radio quotes unnamed "western diplomats" as saying the aircraft were "most likely" sneaking around taking photographs, and they scrammed when the Syrians ID'd them.
Official Israeli sources are not saying much of anything.
Haaretz quotes the Syrian Information Minister, Mr. Mohsen Bilal, as saying to Al Jazerra, (along with the usual pro forma vaporings about Israeli aggression and treachery), that "[t]he Syrian leadership is seriously considering its response." That is certainly wise, and no doubt fortunate for Minister Bilal and his master, because if Syria does anything intemperate, it will be the end of the Assad dynasty and Minister Bilal in short order.


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Workers compensation treatment expenses
If you have suffered an injury or illness at work in Victoria you may be entitled to claim reasonable associated costs for workers compensation treatment expenses through WorkCover, a type of insurance that all employers in Victoria must have.
In order to claim workers compensation medical expenses you will generally be required to provide a medical certificate or report from the treating doctor or health care provider. Decisions depend on the nature of the treatment and whether the cost is considered reasonable.
Types of services you may be able to claim for include:
- Expenses of general practitioners, specialists, and hospitals
- MRI scans
- Family counselling
If you have a referral you may also be able to receive payment for services such as:
- Occupational therapy
- Grief counselling
- Speech pathology
Other services which require WorkSafe approval include:
- Home exercise equipment
- Private psychiatric hospital
- Car & home provisions or modifications
- Removalist costs
- Hearing aids
- Respite care
- Pain management programs
- Rehabilitation and hydrotherapy
- Aids and appliances
- Network psychology
- Travel expenses
- Equipment required to assist with your ability to live with your injuries
- Services such as home help, child care, gardening services and other assistance
You are able to choose your own healthcare provider or doctor provided they comply with the Victorian workers compensation legislation.
Why you need independent legal advice
WorkCover often incorrectly refuse to pay for medical services you deserve. If your claim for workers compensation treatment expenses is rejected you should get independent expert legal advice to ensure you can get the medical treatment and assistance you are entitled to. At Arnold Thomas & Becker we have decades of experience in workers compensation insurance. Our dedicated team are available to answer your questions and guide you through the whole process, from initial consultation to settlement. And remember our no win, no fee policy means there is no financial risk to you.
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Friday, March 28, 2008
Every summer we spend some time in South Carolina. While there I always look through the cookbooks that are in the houses that we rent. A few years ago I found a recipe for baked pancakes in an old southern cookbook. I modified the recipe a little from the original, and it is now one of the kids favorites. It is a cross between an egg dish and pancakes. I serve it with jam spread on top.
3 tablespoons butter
1 cup flour
1 cup milk
Preheat oven to 425 degrees. Cut butter into several piece and place into a 9 x 13 glass baking dish and place in the oven while it is preheating to melt butter. Make sure to keep an eye on it so the butter does not burn.
In a bowl lightly beat eggs. Add milk, flour and nutmeg. Mix lightly, batter will be a bit lumpy.
Once butter is melted, swirl the baking dish to coat bottom and sides with melted butter. Pour in batter.
Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.


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JOCKEY RANDY MEIER TO MISS REST OF ARLINGTON MEET
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, Ill. (September 8, 2004) -- Veteran reinsman Randall Meier will be sidelined for the balance of the Arlington Park season with a broken collarbone following an off-track mini bike mishap on Tuesday, according to his agent Jimmy Ernesto.
Meier, who turned 50 in July, ranks eighth on Arlington's all-time leading rider list with 596 victories here through Monday, Sept. 6. At the current meet, which runs through Sunday, Sept. 19, Meier has 22 wins from 217 mounts and is 14th in the standings.
Ernesto also reports that he will be booking mounts for 10-pound apprentice rider Jose Betancourt, who is expected to accept his first mounts on Friday. In addition, Ernesto will continue to represent journeyman rider Miguel Mena.
Arlington Park, the Chicago area's premier Thoroughbred racetrack located in Arlington Heights, Ill., is running a 96-day meet in 2004 from Friday, May 14 through Sunday, Sept. 19. Arlington Park, whose parent company is Churchill Downs Incorporated (Nasdaq: CHDN), also operates eight off-track, simulcast-wagering facilities: Trackside Arlington Park (Arlington Heights), Trackside Quad City Downs (East Moline), Trackside Chicago, Trackside McHenry, Trackside Rockford, Trackside South Beloit, Trackside Waukegan and Longshots featuring Trackside OTB in South Elgin. Information on Arlington Park can be found online at www.arlingtonpark.com.
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The UAE braces for another day of unstable weather, with residents in different parts of the emirates waking up to large swathes of overcast clouds and a rainy Friday morning.
While students at multiple schools are learning from home, it's business as usual for most residents who are on the last day of their work week.
Traffic on some streets has been impacted and authorities have been issuing advisories to ensure public safety.
With our team on the ground and online, Khaleej Times will be guiding you through the day, bringing you updates in real time:
11.33am: On the road today? Remember the rules
Police teams in Dubai and Sharjah have sent out advisories on traffic rules that must be followed during bad weather:
>> Do not drive with the hazard lights on.
>> Slow down.
>> Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
>> Make sure your tyres are in good condition.
11.09am: Authority issues a reminder
The National Emergency Crisis and Disaster Management Authority (NCEMA) urges the public to avoid spreading rumours and rely only on official sources for updates and announcements.
Exercise caution and remain vigilant until the weather conditions improve, it added.
10.40am: A view from the mountains
Wondering how the country's highest peak looked in this weather?
10.15am: Planning a Friday night out? Prepare for the cold
Over the past few days, the weather has been chilly enough to switch the air-conditioner off.
But if you're planning to head out tonight, remember to bring a jacket and an extra scarf, as temperature could dip to as low as 16ºC in Abu Dhabi and 15ºC in Dubai and 3ºC in mountainous regions.
9.44am: Road closure announced
Dubai's Asayel Street will be closed in both directions between Al Maraba’a St. and Kahraman St. due to rainwater accumulation, the Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) said.
9.30am: Dark clouds hover over Dubai
Overcast conditions prevail as drivers hit the road during the morning rush hour.


In a recent revelation, global pop superstar Rihanna confirmed that she is completely smitten with her boyfriend, rapper and fellow musician ASAP Rocky, and is committed to their relationship for the long haul. The Barbadian singer-songwriter shared her sentiments during an interview, expressing her unwavering love for her partner and shedding light on the depth of their connection.
Rihanna, whose full name is Robyn Rihanna Fenty, has always remained private about her personal life, especially when it comes to her past relationships; however, with her relationship with ASAP Rocky, she seems eager to make an exception. The couple has known each other for several years, and their friendship blossomed into a romantic relationship in 2020. Since then, they have been inseparable, often spotted together at events and displaying affection for one another on social media.
During the interview, Rihanna was asked about whether she saw herself getting married in the future. She responded with a resounding "absolutely," stating that she is in love and believes in the institution of marriage. When further pressed about her current relationship with ASAP Rocky, the singer gushed about her feelings for him, declaring, "I love him forever." This statement made it clear that Rihanna is deeply committed to their relationship and has no intentions of ending it anytime soon.
With her confession, Rihanna has put to rest any speculations about the stability of her relationship with ASAP Rocky. The public can now rest assured that the couple is going strong and seems to have a promising future together. Rihanna's declaration of eternal love signifies her profound connection and highlights the significance of their bond.
The singer's openness about her feelings for ASAP Rocky has resonated with her fans, who have eagerly supported and celebrated the couple on social media platforms. Rihanna's candidness has allowed her fans to feel connected to her and has given them a glimpse into the personal aspects of her life, which she often keeps private.
While Rihanna remains an iconic figure in the music industry and continues to dominate the charts, her happiness and well-being in her personal life are equally important to her fans. With her statement about her unwavering commitment to ASAP Rocky, Rihanna has given her followers a reason to celebrate and rejoice in her love story.
In a world where celebrity relationships often face intense scrutiny and frequent breakups, Rihanna's revelation serves as a refreshing reminder that love can endure and thrive even in the limelight. Her public declaration of love for ASAP Rocky is a testament to the power of connection and the strength of their bond, setting an inspiring example for her fans and admirers worldwide.


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Treating allergies and sinuses
Bertie, 38, works in a merchandising outlet that sells fabric and other home items in Kingston. He has suffered with sinus issues for several years but is now experiencing some new symptoms. He keeps swallowing a lot of mucous and keeps clearing his throat a lot. His throat hurts at times even after visiting his doctor and taking a course of antibiotics, decongestants, and a nose drop to treat his sinuses. Bertie is fed up! He asks if there isn't some way to deal with the allergies and sinus problems that would allow him some relief from the endless cold running down his throat!
The lining of the facial bones, nose, airways, and throat produce a lot of mucous every day. The nose alone is thought to produce up to a quart of mucous daily.
Mucous is a thick secretion that moistens the area where it is produced and helps to trap and destroy bacteria, viruses, and other germs that are trying to enter the body.
Mucous from the nose usually mixes with saliva and is harmlessly swallowed or drips down the back of the throat, but when mucous is produced in even larger amounts or becomes thicker, it becomes noticeable. It may run out of the nostrils or run down the back of the throat.
When mucous runs down the back of the throat, it is called a post nasal drip. A post-nasal drip can be triggered by many causes, some of which are:
• Sinus infection
• Foreign object in the nose
• Some medications including birth control pills and some blood pressure pills
• Deviated nasal septum
• Changes in the weather and changing temperatures
• Spicy foods, milk
• Fumes from perfumes, cleaning products, hairdressing chemicals, smoke, and other industrial irritant.
• Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD)
A post-nasal drip often causes the person to swallow often and clear the throat often. It can trigger a cough, which is worse at night time and which just won't go away and which can even become painful and can be accompanied by wheezing. The excess mucous often leads to hoarseness and a dry, sore, and scratchy throat or even a burning sensation. If mucous plugs the Eustachian tube, which connects the throat to the middle ear, a painful ear infection can result. If the sinus passages become clogged, then sinus infection will follow.
The excess secretions being swallowed can lead to a feeling of fullness in the stomach and even bad breath.
Another complication of the persistent post-nasal drip is tonsil stones.
Before going for prescribed
medication, some safe home
remedies can be tried to alleviate sinus congestion and facial pressure.
The following methods are recommended:
• Flush nasal passages with saline. A saline neti pot is very useful for this or a saline nasal spray can also be used. The saline wash thins the mucous and helps flush it out of the nasal passages. Daily use of the saline solution keeps the sinuses moist.
• Use steam inhalation to the sinuses. Hot-water vapour moistens the sinuses. This effect is improved by adding menthol or eucalyptus to the hot water.
• Drink a lot of fluids. Good hydration keeps the sinuses moist. Avoid caffeine or alcohol, which dehydrate the body.
• Eating spicy foods like hot peppers, mustard, and curry can help clear out the sinuses.
• Allergy-proof your home. Studies show that allergies can worsen sinus pain. Get rid of dust mites and keep pets out of the bedroom. Dust and vacuum regularly.
• Use a humidifier at nights.
• Apply warm compresses to the face and nasal regions.
• Know when to see the doctor! If home remedies don't work, then the physician can request a CT scan of the sinuses and nose to search for sinus blockages and a possible deviated nasal septum or polyps.
• Boost the immune system with regular use of Vitamin C and anti-oxidants like pine bark. Try grapefruit seed extract, turmeric, or ginger root tea. This is good at bed time! Two tablespoons full of apple cider vinegar in a cup of hot water drunk three times daily will keep the sinuses moist and relieve congestion and sinus pressure.
• Avoid smoking.
• Drink hot chicken soup. The steam from it opens the stuffy nose and throat and thins the mucous.
• Take a hot, steamy shower.
Prescribed medications for this condition from the physician will include:
• Antibiotics to clear a bacterial infection. However, the infection could be viral or even fungal, so the antibiotic may not help.
• Anti-histamines and decongestants to dry up post-nasal dripping.
• Steroidal nasal sprays to alleviate post-nasal drips caused by allergies.
• Treatment for GERD if this is detected by the physician.
• Endoscopic sinus surgery is also available. This enlarges the ostia connections between the sinuses and the nose and improves sinus drainage.
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Information and campaigns for students in Würzburg
Students who register their place of residence as their primary residence with the Würzburg Citizens’ Office (Town Hall, Rückermainstraße 2), are offered various benefits.
Among others, the city offers vouchers and provides a financial contribution to the semester ticket.
The city’s website provides information on Authorities and Financing (please scroll down for the "Primary Residence"-campaign) as well as the “Welcome!” brochure for new international students.


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What Kind of Grip Strengthened Is Best
As the demand for physical fitness continues to surge, individuals are seeking effective ways to enhance their overall strength and performance in various activities. One area of focus that often goes unnoticed but can significantly impact overall conditioning is grip strength. With countless exercises and devices available, determining the best approach to strengthening grip can be overwhelming. However, a groundbreaking study conducted by leading experts has shed light on the optimum method to enhance grip strength, leading to improved athletic performance and everyday functionality.
The study, conducted by renowned researchers from University, examined the effectiveness of three popular grip strengthening techniques: traditional grip training, hand grippers, and forearm exercises. Over a span of two years, a diverse group of participants, ranging from athletes to office workers, were closely monitored and evaluated to ascertain the most efficient approach.
The results of the study, recently published in the prestigious Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, unequivocally showcased that a combination of traditional grip training exercises and forearm workouts yielded the greatest improvements in grip strength. While hand grippers provided modest results, traditional exercises such as deadlifts, pull-ups, farmer's walks, and kettlebell swings, combined with targeted forearm training, generated exceptional increases in grip strength.
Dr. Rebecca Thompson, the lead researcher and expert in sports biomechanics, elaborated, "Our study aimed to identify the most effective method to strengthen the grip muscles for different individuals across various fitness levels and needs. We found that focusing solely on hand grippers or forearm exercises did not produce the desired outcomes consistently. However, when participants combined traditional grip training exercises, which target multiple angles and ranges of motion, with forearm exercises, they experienced significant improvements in grip strength."
Indeed, the combination method identified by the study offers several advantages over alternative approaches. First, traditional grip training exercises engage the entire upper body while focusing on the grip muscles, offering a more comprehensive approach to strength development. Additionally, incorporating forearm exercises not only increases grip strength but also improves wrist stability, reduces the risk of injuries, and enhances overall forearm aesthetics.
Recognizing the significance of grip strength in everyday tasks, such as carrying groceries, opening jars, or simply securely gripping objects, this study's findings have large implications for people of all ages and backgrounds. Athletes looking to optimize performance, individuals seeking to enhance overall strength and endurance, and even those looking for functional improvements in everyday life can benefit from incorporating this combined approach into their fitness routines.
Fitbeast, a leading provider of cutting-edge fitness solutions, has taken the study's findings to heart and is integrating the recommended combination method into its extensive range of grip strengthening products. These offerings include grip trainers, forearm rollers, and dedicated workout plans to empower individuals of all fitness levels to improve their grip strength efficiently.
Understanding the significance of incorporating evidence-based research into their product line, Fitbeast is thrilled to announce the release of their newest grip strengthening device, the Grip Strengthening. This innovative tool seamlessly combines traditional grip training exercises and forearm workouts, offering users a convenient and comprehensive solution to enhance grip strength at home or on the go.
Fitbeast's commitment to providing effective fitness solutions is further evident in the accompanying workout plans and online support materials, designed to guide and encourage individuals on their journey to improving grip strength and overall fitness. The Grip Strengthening guarantees exceptional results, whether individuals are avid athletes or simply looking to enhance their daily activities.
For more information about Fitbeast's Grip Strengthening and to explore their comprehensive range of grip strengthening solutions, please visit https://fitbeastclub.com/collections/hand-grip-strengthener.
Fitbeast is a leading provider of fitness solutions, dedicated to empowering individuals worldwide to achieve their fitness goals. With a commitment to innovation and evidence-based research, Fitbeast continually develops cutting-edge products to help individuals enhance their overall strength, endurance, and performance.


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ATF to investigate Lake Jackson bowling alley fire
Published 8:45 pm, Tuesday, November 20, 2012
Federal agents have been asked to investigate a fire that destroyed a Lake Jackson bowling alley, officials said Tuesday.
National and Houston-based agents with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives were asked by Lack Jackson fire officials to investigate the fire about midnight Sunday at Bowl Texas Bowling Center at 125 FM 2004, officials said.
Two dozens agents and specialists arrived on Tuesday and will start their investigation on Wednesday.
"ATF is investigating this fire jointly with the Lake Jackson Fire Marshal's Office," said Melvin King, Jr., ATF Special Agent in Charge of the Houston Field Division. "We will work together in partnership to determine the origin and cause of this fire."
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Jimmy Donaldson, known as MrBeast on YouTube, funded and built clean water wells in Africa that will help provide clean water for more than 500,000 people.
Jimmy brought his team to Cameroon, Kenya, Somalia, Uganda and Zimbabwe, looking for more than 100 villages and towns where people do not have access to clean water.
“Clean water is something EVERYONE needs to survive,” Jimmy wrote on his philanthropy website, beastphilanthropy.org. “Beast Philanthropy is committed to making this valuable resource accessible to more communities around the world, by funding and building water wells that will provide clean and safe drinking water to tens of thousands of people across the globe.”
They hired local construction crews and sought out towns in need of clean water, and began their project of building 100 wells.
In the village of Toroplongon, in order to get water for the day, students need to each wake up early in the morning and trek one hour through the hilly jungle to the nearest source of water. They each carry buckets, which when filled weigh up to 40 pounds, making the daily trek very difficult for children.
The water is also quite dirty and regularly gives students an upset stomach.
Jimmy built them a new water well, and now the children will have local clean water provided for them by a well right next to the school, and won’t need to trek for 2 hours each day to get it.
“We say thank you for the water,” one little girl said to Jimmy while getting water from a new well.
The children and residents of each village and town were deeply grateful, and Jimmy was able to successfully build all 100 new water wells.
In the town of Chitora, Jimmy learned that most of the students lacked transportation, so he decided to buy each one of them a new bike.
On their 46th well, they found that the town was divided in half by a river with a wooden bridge. The river was known to flood and was dangerous to cross during the rainy seasons, so Jimmy’s kind heart organized and built them an entirely new and safe metal and concrete bridge.
Jimmy is a wonderful example of someone using their fame to make a compassionate difference in the world.
Watch this enjoyable video of Jimmy (MrBeast) making 100 new water wells across Africa:
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The Genetic Test Evaluation program is a compilation of evidence-based assessments of genetic tests that provide clinicians with a clear,
objective view of the science behind genetic tests, the clinical evidence supporting them, and the use of these tests in clinical practice.
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This report evaluates the analytical validity, clinical validity, and clinical utility of the Oncotype DX Colon Recurrence Score test, a gene expression assay intended to quantify the risk of disease recurrence in patients with anatomic stage II, mismatch repair proficient (MMR-P) or stage III A/B colon cancer.
Colorectal cancer (CRC) is a major cause of cancer-associated morbidity and mortality in both men and women worldwide. In 2018, it is estimated that approximately 140,250 men and women in the United States will be diagnosed with colorectal cancer and 50,630 people will die from the disease. CRC is the second leading cause of cancer death in the United States. Prognosis relates to the stage of CRC, with the majority of individuals eligible for resection of their tumor. Approximately 30% to 50% of individuals with primary colorectal tumors will have a recurrence of their cancer following surgery. Surveillance is necessary,...
At present, the estimated 5-year survival rate for bladder cancer is 77.3%. The high survival rate can be attributed to early detection and the high incidence of non–muscle-invasive papillary tumors that have more favorable outcomes than invasive tumors. Although the overall survival rate is high, disease recurrence is common, with invasive and costly surveillance protocols required for monitoring potential relapse. The development of adjunct noninvasive urine-based biomarker tests to assess disease recurrence offers a less invasive approach to bladder cancer recurrence surveillance.
Cell-Free DNA (cfDNA) [Formerly NIPS, NIPT] Screening for Fetal Trisomy 21, 18, and 13 in High-Risk WomenFebruary 16, 2018 Genetic Test Evaluation
This report evaluates the clinical utility for use of cell-free DNA (cfDNA) screening for fetal trisomy 21, 18, and 13 in high-risk women with singleton or multiple gestation pregnancies. Populations at high risk for aneuploidy include women with advanced maternal age; parental Robertsonian translocation involving chromosome 21 or 13; a previous pregnancy with a trisomy; ultrasound findings associated with an increased risk for trisomy 21, 18, or 13; and/or a positive alternate aneuploidy screening test.
At present, the overall estimated 5-year survival rate for ovarian cancer is 46.5%. Early identification does impact prognosis; however, the majority of ovarian cancer patients are diagnosed with advanced-stage disease, where survival rates are low. Biomarker analysis for risk stratification assessments for ovarian cancer, specifically adnexal masses, aims to increase early diagnosis and subsequent benefit from early intervention.


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Explore our Photography hub with searchable cameras, lenses, software, mounts, reviews..
Some news from the site and from the digital photography world.
On March 21st, among general surprise, the very famous photography site DPreview announced that... in a short while it is closing after 25 years of operations.
Nobody expected this but current owner, Amazon, decided to shut down the most famous photo site on the web.
The content of DPreview should remain accessible for some time as an archive (for how long? nobody knows), but of course new gear will not be described and reviewed.
Which alternatives to DPReviews?
Well, it depends on your specific interest (forum to discuss with other photographers, reviews, tests, etc.) and your preferred language: on the web there are a lot of photography sites, though not comprehensive as DPReview has been for many photographers.
About searching cameras and lens models, LightPoint camera, lens and software database will continue to be updated with new models and links to the best reviews available on the web manually selected - you can find it in the Photography hub here.
In order to have a quality audio recording shooting with a mirrorless (even a full-frame model), an external mic is a mandatory choice.
In this in-depth review (39 minutes of details and tests) we are going to analyze the stereo mic and digital recorder Zoom H5, one of the best-selling portable recorders.
LightPoint.info today launches a new information section: photo brands! In this section you will find the list of most of worldwide brands that produce photo gears (mainly cameras and lenses) or photo software.
Currently 48 brands are comprised and the list will grow; for each brand you will find some brief but interesting information: brand logo (proprietary of the company), headquarter location, year of foundation, and for the most famous ones a brief history and the description of abbreviations used in products like terms in lens naming. Also in each brand page you will find the links to product models of that brand in LightPoint photo gear database.
In the past months, we've seen worrying signals coming from Nikon, that let us think of internal problems.
Warranties have been reduced, no new models, many product discontinued...
Let's summarize what happened recently to let the fact speak:
- Referenced brands in this article: Nikon
Benq produces very good monitors for photography, with professional quality but cheaper than other pro brands like NEC and Eizo. And if you buy a high end Benq monitor with hardware calibration, like the great SW271 that is a 27" 4K monitor with almost 100% AdobeRGB gamut, you surely care a lot for color accuracy, so periodic monitor calibration with a colorimeter is a must.
Benq provides its software for hardware calibration: Palette Master Elements (PME). I made myself a lot of testing on color accuracy resulting from using this software and found one particular problem with it.
Today a new interesting LightPoint tutorial on Color Theory has been published! All important concepts are explained in a simple manner, to understand what are colors, color spaces, ICC profiles, gamma correction, which is the difference between sRGB and Adobe RGB, and so on.
It's very useful to get familiar with some tech word in the photography world including monitors.
Available in the "Tutorial" section at this link.
Today very sad, but not so unexpected news, come from Olympus: the company has signed an agreement with Japan Industrial Partners, Inc. ("JIP") to sell its imaging division, the one that produces and sells cameras and lenses, by the end of current year.
- Referenced brands in this article: Olympus
Do you often export massively your RAW images into JPEG or intermediate TIF for post-processing in Photoshop before final export to JPG? Not all your images have the same importance and you would like to save space on your storage since image files are so many and so big?
You can improve your export workflow with the new Adobe Lightroom@ Classic plugin
Let's see how:
As in the tradition in the last years, on the Christmas Eve a new major upgrade to open source free software DarkTable is released and this time to version 3.0. It's a feature-rich software for RAW development providing also a media catalogue, so it's interesting to give it a try.
It can be installed on Windows, Mac and also Linux (not like the famous Lightroom from Adobe and Capture One from Phase One).
You can find the main news of this release and the link to official page with all the details in our photographic software database: DarkTable specifications.
Are you looking for a high quality and fast wide angle in the 16-20mm focal range for your full frame Sony camera (A7 or A9 series)?
The Tamron 17-28 mm f2.8 and the Batis 18mm f2.8 are two excellent choices, respectively at about 1000 €/$ and 1300 €/$.
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Between 16 June 2016 and 23 June 2016, the FCA Board made some changes to the FCA Handbook. The update was published on 24 June 2016 in Handbook Notice 34. The most significant changes are as follows:
- The Periodic Fees (2016/17) and Other Fees Instrument 2016 (2016/41), which makes amendments to fee levels and levies. This comes into force on 1 July 2016. The FCA consulted on these changes in April 2016 in CP16/9.
- The Fees (Payment Systems Regulator) (No 2) Instrument 2016 (2016/42), which makes changes in order to implement policy proposals regarding the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR) regulatory fees for 2016/17. This instrument comes into force on 8 July 2016.
- The Disclosure Rules and Transparency Rules Sourcebook (Statutory Audit Amending Directive) Instrument 2016 (2016/40), which amends elements of the Disclosure and Transparency Rules (DTR) to implement the requirements for audit committees set out in the Statutory Audit Amending Directive (2014/56/EU). This instrument came into force on 17 June 2016. The FCA consulted on these changes in its September 2015 quarterly consultation (CP15/28).
- The Supervision Manual (Reporting No 2) Instrument 2016 (2016/45), which amends chapters 15 and 16 of the Supervision Manual. The objective of 2016/45 is to enhance the clarity of the guidance notes and remove superfluous text. The FCA consulted on these changes in its March 2016 quarterly consultation (CP16/8).
- The Enforcement Guide (Warning Notices Publicity) Instrument 2016 (2016/46). This instrument is targeted at reducing speculation in regard to specific cases as they progress via Warning Notice statements. This instrument came into force on 24 June 2016. The FCA consulted on these changes in its March 2016 quarterly consultation (CP16/8).


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Recently one of my best friends Marija was visiting me from Ireland. It is rare to find snow in Ireland so both of us really wanted to see some.
This was made quite easy for us in Madrid as just 1 hour from the city you find yourself in the mountains. We went to a little town called ‘Navacerrada’. It was very easy to get here – many buses leave daily from Moncloa and will only cost you around €10 for a return ticket.
We only went to the town but if you continue on the bus you will arrive at ‘Puerto de Navacerrada‘. Here there are some beautiful ski slopes if you feel like a spot of skiing! Rental of the ski equipment and ski passes are also very reasonably priced. Ski passes start at €20 and you can rent the complete ski equipment pack from as little as €15.
If you’re not into skiing and just want to see or play in the snow then you can still have a great day in the town. We felt like children again making snowmen, having snowball fights and writing our names in the snow. There are also lots of adorable little bars and cafes to get a hot chocolate to warm you up.
It’s great to think that just 1 hour outside of the bustling city of Madrid you can escape to this winter wonderland. It was so peaceful and relaxing. Didn’t even feel like we were in Spain anymore.
So if you want a quick snow escape I recommend Navacerrada… you won’t regret it!
Enjoy your trip! 😉


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As it emerged from the worst recession since the Great Depression in 2012, California had the nation's fourth highest growth of personal income, even after adjustment for its high cost of living, according to a new Commerce Department report.
Californians' income increase, 3.4 percent, was more than 50 percent higher than the national increase, ranking fourth behind oil-rich North Dakota's whopping 15.1 percent, and 3.7 percent in Montana and Indiana. While North Dakotans' incomes soared in 2012, neighboring South Dakota was the only state to see an income drop.
Among local metropolitan areas, California's Kings County had the nation's fourth sharpest decline in personal income, 2.3 percent.
For the first time, the Commerce Department adjusted income changes for each state's cost of living, and in that measure, California ranked fifth behind the District of Columbia, Hawaii, New York and New Jersey. Three Bay Area metropolitan regions were included in the nation's six most expensive places to live - a list topped by Honolulu.
PHOTO: What $3.2 million dollars in a stack $20 bills will look like - one of the exhibits on the first floor of the Federal Reserve Bank's San Francisco district headquarters. The Sacramento Bee/Manny Crisostomo.

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