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OKLAHOMA CITY — Kevin Durant had trouble sleeping, trying to shake off the worst playoff performance yet in his young NBA career.
After the league's scoring champion managed just 11 points in Oklahoma City's loss that set up Game 7 today against the Memphis Grizzlies, Durant woke up Saturday still thinking about what went wrong.
Durant took nine of his 14 shots from behind the arc, and he made only one basket over the last 45 minutes of the game.
"It was tough," Durant said. "That's a part of this league. It's going to happen.
"Especially being one of the main guys, I tend to take a lot of the pressure and put it on myself. But it is what it is. I've got to fight through it, I've got to continue to be positive around my guys and go from there."
At least by morning, his dreams had taken a turn for the better.
"I made a lot of my shots, of course, in the dream. It wasn't a nightmare," Durant said. "I made some shots and we won the game.
"But that's just a dream."
Like most of the other players in a matchup of two of the NBA's rising young teams, Durant has never experienced a Game 7. The Thunder lost to the Lakers in six games in the first round of last year's playoffs, then beat Denver in five to advance this year.
The closest he could relate to the winner-take-all stakes was the NCAA tournament — where his Texas Longhorns were eliminated in the second round in his only year in college.
Memphis' star, Zach Randolph, doesn't have it much better. He went to Game 7 with Portland in his second year in the league, helping the Blazers rally from an 0-3 deficit to tie up the series before losing the finale. His teams had missed the playoffs each of the seven years since before Memphis' current bid to be the first No. 8 seed to reach the West finals.
The winner advances to face the Mavericks starting Tuesday night in Dallas.
"We know what we're playing for," Randolph said. "We know it's the last game, and we know whoever wins this game goes to the next round, goes to the finals. So, it's going to be different."
Randolph was stellar in Game 6, staving off elimination for the Grizzlies with 30 points and 13 rebounds after being limited to a postseason-low nine points in a blowout loss in Game 5. Coach Lionel Hollins inserted O.J. Mayo into Sam Young's spot in the starting lineup in a bid to keep Oklahoma City from crashing so many defenders in on Randolph, and it paid off.
"You can feel it. You ain't got nobody in your lap," Randolph said. "You can see a little bit, so you definitely felt a difference."
Durant blamed his turn for the worse on the two fouls he picked up in the first 5 minutes, making him think too much about avoiding another whistle instead of just playing.
"Kevin did not play well and I love Kevin because he faces his bad games head-on. He doesn't run from them. He doesn't look away when we're watching video or pretend that he's tying his shoes," Thunder coach Scott Brooks said.
"He watches the film and he understands that he has to play better, and he will. He's a special, talented kid that loves the game."
Brooks predicted that Durant is "going to come out with great energy, he's going to attack and he's going to play good for us."
"I have no concern with Kevin. That guy is a winner," Brooks said. "I believe in him, I believe in what he's about and these are the games that everybody dreams about.
"You don't get a lot of times you can play a Game 7."
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American Corner Tetovo celebrated its first anniversary with speeches by Ambassador Philip Reeker; Elizabeta Kanceska Milevska, the Minister of Culture; and Hazbi Lika, the Mayor of Tetovo.
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Sunday is here again which means it’s time for ‘Morning Mix’ – our weekly football column with some top-class music thrown into the pot.
We look at two talking points from the past seven days and point you in the direction of some of the best football writing elsewhere on the internet.
We also offer a top tune recommendation to get you in the mood for Sunday and a final thought to ponder for the week ahead.
Leeds will come good
Leeds United fans could be forgiven for worrying after seeing their team pick up just three points from their first six games this season.
The Whites were unfortunate not to get another point on the board yesterday, with Michail Antonio’s late goal snatching a 2-1 victory for West Ham United.
Before the Leeds faithful start getting twitchy, it is worth noting that they have played four teams who are currently in the top seven in the Premier League.
Leeds play Watford, Southampton, Wolverhampton Wanderers and Norwich City in October – things should look different after that run of fixtures.
Villa showing there is life after Grealish
Aston Villa’s 1-0 victory at Manchester United on Saturday demonstrated just how far they have come under manager Dean Smith.
He outwitted United boss Ole Gunnar Solksjaer at Old Trafford, setting his team up to keep the home side’s star players under wraps.
Losing Jack Grealish in the summer may well prove to be a blessing in disguise, with Villa’s squad looking much stronger than it was last year.
Smith deserves plenty of credit for the job he is doing at Villa – finishing in the top six should not be beyond his team this season.
The week that was
Searching for the best football stories from the last seven days? Check these out:
- Rodriguez and Everton was always a beautiful doomed marriage.
- What’s wrong with Harry Kane?
- Hertha Berlin’s Windhorst promised Bundesliga glory. So what went wrong?
Today’s top tune
This is the second time we’ve given a shout-out to The Reytons, but they are well worth the attention if Friday night is anything to go by.
The Yorkshire-based four-piece blew the roof off the O2 Academy in Sheffield with an absolutely mind-blowing performance.
If you want a live music experience that you will never forget – this is the band for you.
A final thought
There was plenty of whinging from Liverpool fans when Gareth Southgate axed Trent Alexander-Arnold from the England squad.
As evidenced by his shambolic defending against Brentford yesterday, can we all now agree that Southgate got this one spot on?
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Lil Kim is covering the latest digital issue of Rolling Out. The 39-year-old NY native, who rarely does interviews these days, chats about moving forward with her career, tension with Diddy throughout the years and why she’s gracefully bowing out of the reality TV game. Read a few excerpts.
On if she has any regrets:
I’m pretty sure everybody in the industry — and in life, period — has things that they feel like they would do over, but I don’t really regret much in my life. There are certain things that I would do over — and certain things that I would do differently. [But] the things that I go through and the things that I’ve gone through have become a major part of who I am today.
On her career:
I’m a real artist. I [have] basically been in the game for a minute, [so it’s] where I feel like it’s time to go to [another] level in my career. I think every artist has that moment — if you’re a real artist. I care about what I do, so in different things [you’re] always concerned about your next step — but that doesn’t stop me from taking it.
On saying no to reality TV:
I never say ‘never,’ but I don’t look at television shows or reality shows and say ‘I want to be on this show’. Not really. I’m more so into just watching them for entertainment purposes.
On her strained relationship with Diddy:
Puffy called me one day and he tracked me down through some people I knew. [He said] ‘No matter what, you’re going to always be my sister.’ We always go through things like that. At the end of the day, we’re tied to each other through B.I.G.’s estate and B.I.G.’s iconic, historic legacy.
On reigniting her music career to naysayers:
I just think that my fans — not even just my fans, but even potentially new fans — are ready to hear some new Lil’ Kim music and everyone knows that … I put a lot of my reality into my music [that] people can identify with. People are ready to hear real rap — real s— coming from a female. Because I’ve always been different, no matter what. My music has always been very sexual and very pro-women. Now I get to do that through my new artists. I have my label coming out, which makes me very driven.
Click here for the full interview.

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A glimpse of the past: the Brooklyn Park time capsule
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For nearly four decades, a glimpse into an earlier Brooklyn Park laid undiscovered in the heart of our city. It was hidden, like most things unique, in plain sight where it would undoubtedly go overlooked. Lost among the public library’s mass of books was a time capsule.
It began in 1976, when the Brooklyn Park City Council and Mayor gathered a number of items descriptive of the era: pictures, a Tater Daze pin, the City song, and predictions for the year 2000, placing them all in a time capsule which was not to be opened until 2016.
Well, that time has come. On Thursday, May 26, upon the closing of the Brooklyn Park Library (the time capsules longtime home), it was revealed at a regular community engagement meeting in the City Council Chambers. As each item of the capsule was introduced, residents both young and old reminisced on the growth our city has endured.
“Oh, this is the old City Hall?” one resident asked as he was trying to make sense of a picture. “No kidding. It almost looks like the post office.”
Over the 40-year span since the inception of the time capsule, the city landscape has changed drastically. In fact, most residents in attendance had not lived in the city long enough to remember the year in which the time capsule was constructed. But, that didn’t stop them from enjoying themselves on a night full of surprises.
It seemed there was an energy about the room, a mixture of curiosity and expectancy, as the facilitator moved from object to object.
“The number of policemen they thought we would have is 30,” said one resident about an old councilman’s predictions.
The room erupted with laughter.
“[The City] was a lot smaller then,” added another resident.
Today, the story is quite different than 40 years ago. Brooklyn Park is the 6th biggest city in Minnesota, yet Gordy Aune Jr. believes we are heading in the right direction.
“We seem to have a small community feel in a big city,” said Aune. “I think that’s important.”
Although, it’s fun to revisit the past, it’s time to turn our attention to the future.
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When Kelly Tolhurst was selected in an “open primary” to fight the forthcoming by-election in Rochester & Strood, there was jubilation that the Conservative Party had found in her a strong, intelligent, local candidate who had lived in the area all her life. Not only that; she also cares deeply about hospitals and deeply about the NHS and deeply about immigration. It helps, of course, that she is also young, female and glamorously telegenic. But since both candidates in this “open primary” (as the Conservatives insist on calling it) were young, female and glamorously telegenic, the result was perhaps foregone. The elite committee that selected them obviously binned the men’s CVs and discounted any women who might have looked a bit like Ann Widdecombe. They wanted a fetching, charismatic, camera-ready Cameroon – the best way of beating the middle-aged, male and rather plain if not geeky Ukip-defector Mark Reckless.
It must have disappointed CCHQ that only 5,688 Rochester & Strood voters bothered to participate in this election, representing about 7.5% of those eligible. Kelly Tolhurst won 50.44% of the vote (2,869), which amounts to endorsement not so much by the whole constituency as just 12% of those who voted for Mark Reckless in 2010. But enough of the tedious psephology. The thing is, Miss Tolhurst is an anti-Israel activist who supports BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) – “a truly global movement against Israeli Apartheid” – and opposes the Israeli “occupation” of Palestine. The Jewish Chronicle unearthed the evidence:
During the Gaza conflict in July and August her Twitter account regularly posted messages calling on supporters to boycott Israeli companies. She also re-posted messages from the “Free Gaza Movement”.
She repeatedly targeted companies, including SodaStream and Ahava, and encouraged others to “hold Israel accountable for its violation of international law”.
Ms Tolhurst also posted critical messages relating to Israeli military action in the Gaza Strip.
..During Israel’s Pillar of Defence operation to stop Hamas rocket attacks she posted tweets using hashtags including #Palestineunderattack and #VivaPalestina.
Now, Miss Tolhurst has made it clear that she condemns violence on both sides of the conflict and is committed to a two-state solution. This being the case, there is a curious absence in her Twitter stream of the hashtags #Israelunderattack and #VivaIsrael, and not much mention either of Gaza’s terror tunnels or Hamas’s propensity to sacrifice Palestinian women and children in staged slaughters for the purposes of media propaganda.
By supporting the Free Gaza Movement, Miss Tolhurst approves of those who have openly declared that they seek “to ramp up resistance” rather than work for peace and reconciliation. They pretend to work for justice and human rights, but, according to board member Adam Shapiro: “Free Gaza is but one tactic of a larger strategy, to transform this conflict from one between Israel and the Palestinians, or Israel and the Arab world… to one between the rest of the world and Israel.” The strategy of jihadi escalation is clear: no right-minded Conservative and no Christian ought to support such a destructive, divisive, hate-mongering organisation.
By targeting companies like SodaStream and Ahava, Miss Tolhurst strikes at the very legitimate economic activity which provides thousands of Palestinian Arabs with their livelihoods, workers’ rights and job security. Her appeals to “international law” are superficial, misguided and false. Only by twisting the Geneva Convention (if she’s read it) beyond the plainest meaning of Jewish legal entitlement could she believe that international law is being violated.
By endorsing BDS, Miss Tolhurst identifies with those who seek to isolate, delegitimise and ultimately eradicate the State of Israel by a war of economic attrition. BDS demands the unconditional dismantling of Israel’s security wall and the establishment of a “viable” Palestinian state. They are pledged to “recognizing the fundamental rights of the Arab-Palestinian citizens of Israel to full equality”, and the inalienable right of return for those who were displaced in 1948.
If Israel were to open its borders to all those in Trans-Jordan (and beyond) who claim refugee status; if Israel were to dismantle the security wall and cede to Hamas all the land it claims; if Israel were to cease seeking out Palestinian terrorists and halt the bombing of Gaza’s missile-launchers, the consequences for Israel and Israelis would be apocalyptic and existential.
Kelly Tolhurst hasn’t been tweeting much about the appalling human rights violations of China, Cuba, Myanmar or North Korea. She hasn’t been sharing hashtags decrying the oppression and suffering of minorities in Syria, Saudi Arabia, Iran or Pakistan. No, it is Israel alone which attracts her censure: it is Israel alone which must be discredited, quarantined and demonised. And it is such ignorance of justice, history, honesty and basic morality which foments the sort of hate that burns down synagogues and brings down anti-Semitic hordes to demolish supermarket kosher counters.
But Kelly Tolhurst ought not to be deselected for her beliefs. No, in a liberal democracy she is entitled to her views and ought to be free to propagate them. Her unfortunate selection is simply a natural consequence of the Conservative Party’s nullification of candidate meritocracy and CCHQ’s obsession with advancing female councillors. It is now for the people of Rochester & Strood to deliver their verdict on 20th November: Mark Reckless ought to be feeling a little more secure.


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Bernanke says credit is improving
U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke told members of Congress Tuesday the federal equity purchase plan has begun to take hold.
The value of the TARP (the Treasury's Troubled Asset Relief Program) has already been demonstrated "¦ and spread to many countries, Bernanke told members of the House Financial Services Committee.
combined effortsincluding the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp.'s guarantee of non-interest bearing bank accounts and expanded Federal Reserve facilities
appeared to stabilize the situation and to improve investor confidence in financial firms.
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NEW YORK (Reuters) - Verizon Wireless plans next month to start selling Droid X, the latest phone from Motorola Inc based on Google Inc’s Android software.
The move comes as all three companies try to keep pace in the intensely competitive smartphone market, which this week will see Apple Inc roll out its much-anticipated iPhone 4 on five continents.
Verizon Wireless, the biggest U.S. mobile provider, said the Droid X phone will go on sale July 15 for $199.99 after a $100 rebate to customers signing a two-year contract.
The Droid X has a 4.3 inch touch-screen and an 8 megapixel camera, according to Verizon Wireless, which already depends on Motorola’s Android phone as a key weapon in competing against AT&T Inc, the exclusive U.S. provider for iPhone.
But Current Analysis analyst Avi Greengart noted that as well as battling iPhone, the latest Motorola phone will also have to fight for prominence on Verizon Wireless store shelves against HTC Corp’s popular Droid Incredible.
“This won’t dissuade somebody who wants an iPhone 4 but it will keep customers who want to stay with Verizon Wireless happy,” said Greengart.
Verizon Wireless Chief Marketing Officer John Stratton said the company would kick off a “very major” marketing campaign to support the Droid X.
“We think this is going to be a terrific product,” Stratton said, noting that his goal would be for the phone to sell faster than the first Droid which quickly sold 1 million units when it went on sale over the holiday shopping season late in 2010.
While AT&T recently ended an unlimited data download service offering, Verizon Wireless is hoping to stay competitive by keeping a $29.99 a month unlimited data download service for Droid X customers.
However, Stratton said his company would turn to usage-based data pricing in the “not too hugely distant future.” He said that “a usage based model is the right model” in order to ensure that a small number of bandwidth hogging customers do not strain the network.
The operator is already starting to limit data downloads for customers who use the Droid X as a hotspot to connect up to five devices at a time using its short-range Wi-Fi connection.
Verizon Wireless will charge $20 a month extra for this service with a data download limit of 2 gigabytes after which every megabyte downloaded would cost 5 cents, implying a $50 surcharge for every additional gigabyte downloaded.
Verizon Wireless, a venture of Verizon Communications Inc and Vodafone Group Plc, also announced on Wednesday that any customers coming to the end of their contract in 2010 would be able to immediately upgrade to any smartphone, including the Droid X.
Motorola and Verizon Wireless hope the phone stands out in particular for its multimedia capability due to the relatively large screen and a high definition video player.
The Droid X allows consumers to rent and buy movies from Blockbuster Inc to watch on the phone. Movies cost $9.99 to purchase and $3.99 to rent using the Wi-Fi network. Unlike iPhone 4, the Droid X will support Adobe Flash.
Motorola Co-Chief Executive Sanjay Jha said he sees the device selling well despite the disproportionate amount of attention the iPhone launch has attracted.
“There’s a meaningful amount of traction we can get through the Summer period,” he said in an interview.
Jha said he was seeing some tightness of supply of components such as chips and phone screens but said he is comfortable the company would meet demand for the Droid X.
For its part, Google’s Android system has been gaining some ground on iPhone in the last year. Google’s head of engineering Andy Rubin said at the Droid X phone launch that about 160,000 Android phones were being sold every day.
Reporting by Sinead Carew; editing by Gerald E. McCormick, Bernard Orr


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An update on the condition of New England Patriots tight end Matt LaCosse finally came Monday night, four days after an injury knocked him out of his team’s preseason opener.
LaCosse suffered a sprained ankle during the Patriots’ 31-3 victory over the Detroit Lions and will miss Saturday’s exhibition matchup with the Tennessee Titans, according to a report from The Boston Globe’s Jim McBride.
The injury, which kept LaCosse out of Monday’s practice, occurred when Lions linebacker Jalen Reeves-Maybin fell into his lower left leg during the final minutes of the first half. LaCosse immediately grabbed his shin, pounded the turf twice, left the field with team trainers and did not return.
The severity of LaCosse’s sprain and the timetable for his return remain unclear.
LaCosse, 26, is entering his first season with New England after spending the last two with the Denver Broncos. He played 22 offensive snaps and caught two passes on two targets for 37 yards in his Patriots debut before exiting the game.
With LaCosse and Stephen Anderson (limited in practice Monday) both battling injuries and Lance Kendricks wearing a red non-contact jersey as he returns from an undisclosed ailment, the Patriots traded for Atlanta Falcons tight end Eric Saubert on Monday.
Saubert joins LaCosse, Anderson, Kendricks, Ben Watson, Ryan Izzo and tight end/fullback Andrew Beck on the depth chart. Watson, by far the most experienced member of that group, is facing a four-game suspension to begin the regular season.
The Patriots will practice Tuesday morning at Gillette Stadium before flying to Nashville for two joint sessions with the Titans ahead of Saturday’s preseason clash.


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It is not easy to realise or admit that the person you are married to and who’s the father of your child is an abuser. Numerous women also sweat retribution if they report abuse.
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ln some cases, an vituperative hubby thinks veritably largely of himself, he assume that it’s your duty to take orders from him and work consequently. For illustration, he throw his wet kerchief on the bed, and if you don’t pick it up he get bothered and cry at you.
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6* He give you the silent treatment.
Verbal abuse isn’t always about what your Husband speaks, it’s also about what he don’t speak. For illustration, your husband has asked you to advance some plutocrat for the tenth time in a month. You tell him you don’t have plutocrat as you need to meet the ménage charges as well. Also your hubby will give you a silent treatment until you concede to his demand. Similar silent treatments are a form of discipline or a way to manipulate you.
7* He may be quick to snap.
It’s natural to lose temper and snap sometimes. But in a verbally abusive relationship, the husband may loses his temper indeed for the silliest of reasons like overheating the water and starts yelling at you.
8*He joke ( personality) about you.
He pass an insulting comment in front of everybody, and when you feel bad, he brush it away by saying,‘oh, I was just kidding’. But those asleep commentary or bad jokes on you’re actually a form of verbal abuse. It means your hubby doesn’t admire you as a person and doesn’t watch for your passions. This is a strong sign of verbal abuse.
9* He call you names in front of others.
He call you names in private as well as in public – in the presence of frends and family. It does n’t matter to them if you’re feeling disrespected with similar geste.
What To Do When You have A Verbally Abusive Husband
Getting into a verbally abusive relationship may not be your fault, but quietly enduring it would be. Then’s how you can deal with an vituperative husband.
1* Choose how you respond
In some cases, the abusive husband may not realize that his geste is tantamount to verbal abuse. It could be his nature to bear that way. Similar traits, which are imbibed in his personality, take time to change. So, should you blink similar geste? Not at each; you can stop taking the cuts and jokes tête-à-tête, identify the type of abuse, and calmly ask the abuser to stop it. Or immaculately seek help like remedy or wrathfulness operation.
For illustration, if your husband calls you defiant for not following everything that he say, also don’t move or reason with him Rather, you can assert your boundaries of respect.
2* Know when to leave
Living with a verbally abusive Husband is like sitting on a ticking time- lemon, you never know what triggers his wrathfulness. It’s time to apply the exit plan when
You feel your life is happier without your hubby in it.
You realize that your hubby can help himself, but he choose not to.
You understand that it’s time to put your emotional well- being above your relationship.
3* Self-reflection into your feelings
You can not control your abusive husband’s geste, but you can always have your feelings in check. Coming time when your husband throws a nasty comment, examine your feelings — are they healthy feelings similar as sadness and disappointment or unhealthy feelings similar as wrathfulness, frustration, guilt, etc. Try to move from unhealthy to healthy feelings and also work on how you can express these feelings to your hubby
For illustration, if your hubby does n’t let you go out with your musketeers by tricking you into feeling shamefaced, rather of canceling the plan, tell him how important you need this‘me’ time.
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4* Produce a support system
When the person who should have been your support system has abusive, also it’s necessary to seek support from friends and family. You need people to help keep your negative feelings in check.
5* Set boundaries
An abusive husband knows no limits; the keep insulting and slighting you as long as you let him do. Set certain boundaries in the relationship, and when he cross them, tell him it’s only so much you can take and he need to stop. You can also choose to leave the room and tell him you’re open for discussion only when he control his wrathfulness.
6* Have an exit plan
Still, also support him in it, If your husband is willing to take help and change. But if he continue the verbal abuse indeed after you repel, and it’s affecting your internal health and happiness, also it’s stylish to exit therelationship.However, also take way to insure your safety, If you sweat retribution. Keep all your important documents, plutocrat, mobile phone safe with you, and keep your family or frends streamlined on your plans.
Thanks for reading, share to educate others and don’t forget to like and comment your opinion in the comment section,see you next time and have a great day.

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Playing with Martha Stewart’s chalkboard and magnetic paints for the first time, Holly transformed the canvas into a magnetic chalkboard for her kitchen. The board is perfect for displaying all sorts of word art or just letting the kiddos have some fun with the magnetic letters.
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Corrected entry: When the weasels break through the wall into Toontown, one of them pulls out a brick and says "Toontown is on the other side of the wall, boss." When he says this, he lets the brick go, and it continues to float in mid-air above the hole.
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The Blue Parrot Cichlid is a popular freshwater fish that is known for its striking appearance and unusual mating habits. These fish are a result of intentional cross-breeding, and their unique qualities make them a favorite among aquarium enthusiasts.
In this article, we’ll explore the physical characteristics of these fish, their breeding habits, and ideal living conditions. By the end of this article, you’ll have a better understanding of why the Blue Parrot Cichlid is such a sought-after fish.
The Blue Parrot Cichlid is a medium-sized fish that can grow up to 6 inches in length when fully grown. They have a slow growth rate and typically reach full maturity in about two years.
Their pale white bodies are covered in black stripes that add to their distinct appearance. These fish also have a shiny blue spot on their head, adding to their unique appearance.
One interesting aspect of Blue Parrot Cichlids is that they are created through cross-breeding. They are a hybrid of several different species, including the Red Blood Parrot Cichlid, the True Parrot Cichlid, and the Severum Cichlid.
The resulting fish have a combination of traits that make them unique and sought after.
The Blue Parrot Cichlid is an egg-laying fish, and breeding can take place during any time of year. However, they tend to breed more readily during their breeding season, which typically runs from late spring to early summer.
When it comes to breeding, male and female Blue Parrot Cichlids can be easily identified by their physical characteristics. Males have a more pointed dorsal fin than females, and their forehead bumps are more prominent.
Females tend to have a rounder body shape and a more flattened forehead. To increase their chances of breeding, owners should provide the fish with a suitable breeding environment that mimics their natural habitat.
This includes a clean tank with lots of hiding spots and plenty of plants. It is also important to maintain a steady water temperature and pH level to ensure the fish feel comfortable and secure.
In optimal conditions, the Blue Parrot Cichlid can live for several years. The lifespan of these fish is heavily influenced by the environment they are kept in, water quality, and their overall health.
It’s important to keep an eye on your fish and provide them with the best possible living conditions to ensure they have a long and healthy life.
To ensure your Blue Parrot Cichlid remains healthy and happy, it is important to create an ideal living environment. These fish thrive in aquariums that have a minimum capacity of 50 gallons and a pH level of 7-8.
They prefer a water temperature between 78-82F, which can be regulated with a water heater. In addition to ideal water conditions, the aquarium should also be decorated with plenty of hiding places and plants.
The Blue Parrot Cichlid is a social fish and becomes more active and social when kept in small groups. However, it is important to note that while they are social creatures, they can also be territorial and aggressive towards other fish, so it is important to monitor them closely.
The Blue Parrot Cichlid is a unique and beautiful fish that requires a certain level of attention and care to ensure their health and happiness. By creating an optimal living environment and providing the fish with the best possible conditions, owners can enjoy their Blue Parrot Cichlid for years to come.
Their striking appearance and unusual breeding habits make them a favorite among aquarium enthusiasts, and the rewards of bringing these fish into your home are many.
One of the most important factors to consider when owning a Blue Parrot Cichlid is their aggression levels. These fish are known for being generally peaceful, but can become aggressive if they feel threatened or stressed.
It is important to keep them in an environment that promotes their overall well-being, reduces stress, and promotes relaxation.
Ideal Tank Mates
In order to create a peaceful environment for a Blue Parrot Cichlid, it is crucial to select compatible tank mates. This reduces the risk of aggression and territorial behavior.
Choosing a community of Polar Parrots can also help to reduce aggression, since they are more likely to establish a pecking order and become part of a social hierarchy. Other compatible tank mates include small catfish, peaceful tetras, corydoras, and dwarf cichlids.
It is important to always monitor tank mates closely to ensure they are getting along and not causing any stress or harm to each other.
Blue Parrot Cichlids are known for their fast-swimming habits and have been known to knock over objects in their tank. To ensure their safety and reduce stress, it is important to provide plenty of hiding spots and cover in their aquarium.
They enjoy having rocks, caves, and plants that can serve as shelter and make them feel secure. Their active nature also makes it important to ensure their tank is large enough for them to swim around comfortably.
Polar Blue Parrot Cichlid Care
Tank Size and Environment
A Blue Parrot Cichlid requires a minimum tank size of 50 gallons, so they have enough space to swim and thrive. These fish also require a substrate layer at the bottom of their tank, which should be made of fine gravel or sand.
A variety of lighting options are available and selecting the right one is important to mimic their natural habitat. It is also important to maintain the natural conditions of their habitat, like adding rocks and plants to make them feel at home.
Maintaining a suitable water environment is among the most important aspects of caring for a Blue Parrot Cichlid. Water temperature should be kept between 78-82F, with a pH level ranging between 7-8.
Hard water is also important for these fish, so it’s necessary to look for water hardness levels between 4-6 KH. It’s also important to frequently test ammonia and nitrite levels to ensure they remain at safe levels.
Blue Parrot Cichlids are omnivores and can be fed both plant and animal-based foods. Their diet should be varied and provide plenty of protein, since they are relatively active fish.
Feeding them twice a day is ideal, ensuring they have adequate protein intake. A combination of flakes or pellets, dried bloodworms, brine shrimp, and vegetable matter can be included in their diet.
Breeding and Parenting
When it comes to breeding Parrot Cichlids, they are typically oviparous, meaning they lay their eggs in hard surfaces like rocks or plants. Fertilization occurs externally with the fish hovering over their eggs to protect them.
The eggs hatch within 4 to 5 days, and the fry become free swimming after approximately seven days. Parental care continues for several more weeks, and it’s important to separate and monitor the fry, as adult fish can be a threat to the younger ones.
Caring for a Blue Parrot Cichlid requires dedication, patience, and the right environment. It is essential to create the ideal tank conditions with the appropriate equipment, providing the right nutritional balance, and monitoring aggression levels and breeding habits.
When providing the right care, Blue Parrot Cichlids can thrive, providing years of enjoyment and fascination for their owners.
Obtaining Polar Blue Parrot Cichlids
When searching for Blue Parrot Cichlids, there are several factors to consider, including their availability, the price range you should expect, and the ideal tank setup. In this expansion, we’ll explore these factors in greater detail.
Availability and Price
One of the best ways to obtain Blue Parrot Cichlids is through online pet stores or local fish breeders. Purchasing from reliable breeders who have a reputation for quality stocks is recommended.
The cost of Blue Parrot Cichlids can vary depending on the source, quality of stock, and location. On average, prices can range between $30 to $75, but prices can be higher for rare or highly sought after varieties.
Pairing and Tank Setup
When obtaining Blue Parrot Cichlids, it is important to consider their compatibility with other fish and their ideal tank setup. Parrot Cichlids thrive in tanks with a minimum size of 50 gallons, filled with an array of hiding spots, rocks, and plants.
They require a good filtration system and frequent water changes to maintain their water chemistry levels. It is important to pair them with compatible fish that don’t pose a threat or cause conflict.
Blue Parrot Cichlids prefer to be paired with their own kind, which reduces stress and aggression levels. Keep in mind that they can be territorial, so it is recommended to provide plenty of hiding spots to reduce territorial conflicts.
When paired correctly, Blue Parrot Cichlids can be part of a community aquarium and become an excellent addition to a well-maintained aquatic environment.
Purchasing Blue Parrot Cichlids requires careful consideration regarding their availability, price range, and ideal tank setup. Purchasing them from reputable breeders can ensure higher-quality stocks.
Pairing them with compatible species and providing them with an ideal tank setup is essential to ensure their well-being. With the right care, Blue Parrot Cichlids can thrive and provide their owners with years of enjoyment.
In summary, the Polar Blue Parrot Cichlid is a unique fish that requires specific care and attention to thrive. Understanding their physical characteristics, breeding habits, ideal environment, behaviors, and obtaining tips is essential for anyone seeking to keep them successfully.
By providing a suitable tank setup, selecting compatible tank mates, and maintaining ideal water conditions and diet requirements, Blue Parrot Cichlids can live for several years. They offer great companionship to their owners and are a beautiful addition to any well-maintained aquarium.
With proper care and attention, anyone can obtain and maintain Polar Blue Parrot Cichlids.

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Today Katy Perry released a brand new video for her song 'Unconditionally' and it's already becoming one of the most beloved videos of this summer. The new video, that goes with the song with the same name on her album PRISM, features HIV positive and negative young people showing their love for each other. "I worked with UNICEF on this new ‘Unconditionally' video in support of the 35 million people living with HIV, especially the young people who often suffer in silence", Miss Perry says.
The online message when Katy announced the launch of this video is even stronger, because she dedicates it to all victims of the MH17 airplane, many of whom were travelling to the International AIDS Conference in Melbourne, Australia. Originally the plan was to launch her new video there.
This is not Katy Perry's first act of supporting HIV/AIDS awareness of course: In 2009 she joined our project Fashion against AIDS, for which she designed a body suit for girls and a T-shirt for men and chose the slogan "It's what's on the outside that counts." But somehow we think that wha't going on inside is pretty important too for the talented singer. Thank you Katy and keep up the good work!

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Esprit is an authentic luxury silver jewelry brand and is committed to quality and passionate about its craft. In search of a strong and distinguished identity, Esprit creates incredible design jewelry. The Espirt silver jewelry collection for men combine contemporary design for a conservative, streamlined and functional range of modern jewelry with a wide selection of chains, rings and bracelets.
Before buying silver jewelry, do yourself a favour by dropping by our store after checking out other jewelers and we are pleased to inform you on the quality and show you our collection.
Founded in the USA, Esprit is a famous international brand that represents style and quality since 1968.
Authenticity, effortless style and easy going living are at the heart of the brand's philosophy. These positive values shine through at every leven, from the laid-back style to the high quality and responsible manufacturing. Esprit is the most popular and trend setting casual fashion brand worldwide, always capturing the markets' newness in color and shape. The collection of watches and silver jewelry for men where launched in 1998 according to the style and brand promise.
Esprit wishes to offer silver rings, pendants, chains and bracelets that are trend and Juweelco has been an official Esprit dealer since 1999. There's nothing as exciting as choosing a new piece of silver jewelry. We at Juweelco are priviledged to be part of that excitement and are happy to show you our collection of silver Esprit jewelry for men.
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The capital gap for small technology companies: public venture capital to the rescue?
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In this paper, we analyze effectiveness of public intervention for fostering private venture-capital market in Spain. We use a sample obtained from VentureXpert database, consisting of 755 investments made by 83 Spanish public and private venture capitalists that closed at least one fund between 1997 and 2008. We compare the investments undertaken by private and public investors before and after public venture capital programs were started. We found that Spanish venture-capital market has rapidly developed in the last 10 years and that this development coincides with the establishment of public policies for encouraging technology entrepreneurship. We also found that other factors, such as previous experience of investors and size, have also contributed to fostering more high-risk investments. These results may encourage governments in other countries to start or keep working to promote private venture-capital investments.
KeywordsVenture capital Early stage Start-up Public policy Entrepreneurship
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According to Heroes on Socks, a young sock label from Amsterdam, socks are an essential part of a solid outfit. Heroes on Socks combines innovative designs and materials made according to Italian traditions with a modern and edgy look.
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Delft blue, typically Dutch?
The origin of the world-famous Delft earthenware dates back to early 1600. In the 17th century, the VOC (Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie) ships brought not only spices back from China, but also blue on white decorated porcelain. This porcelain quickly became very popular with the wealthy of that time such as the European royal houses. When the import came to a standstill by a civil war in China, the Dutch pottery manufacturers grabbed their chance and started the imitation of this blue and white decorated porcelain. This was the start of the Dutch production of Delft blue, now known worldwide as a purely Dutch product.
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From Holy Ship! to Mad Decent Boat Party, music festivals at sea seem to be the new exciting way to experience EDM. The Livescape Group just announced its The Ship 2016 cruise, the world’s second-largest EDM cruise festival, along with an ultimate baller package for an extravagant price of $500,000.
With this package, “The buyer and five of his or her guest can expect to be treated lavishly, with the package including perks such as private jet transfers, a limited edition luxury watch, pre and post IT’S THE SHIP holidays, naming rights to a stage, their own fireworks display and more.”
IT’S THE SHIP 2016 will take place from November 4-7, 2016 aboard the prestigious Royal Caribbean International cruise liner “Mariner of the Seas” and will take place in Singapore. While no lineup has been announced yet, phase one of the artist lineup will be revealed by the end of May.
As lavish and extravagant as this sounds, the real question is would you pay half-a-million dollars to be an Ultimate Baller at It’s The Ship 2016?

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On April 20, 2010, an explosion rocked the Deepwater Horizon oil rig off the coast of Louisiana, killing 11 workers and releasing an estimated 210 million gallons of crude oil into the Gulf of Mexico – making Deepwater Horizon the largest marine oil spill in U.S. history. Five years later, scientists are still studying and assessing the short- and long-term effects of the BP oil disaster on the Gulf’s residents, wildlife and environment.
While almost everyone is familiar with the effects of large disasters such as Deepwater Horizon and the 1989 Exxon Valdez oil spill, many are not as familiar with the effects of smaller, more common spills. Every year Americans spill, throw away or dump out more than 30 times the oil that was spilled in the Exxon Valdez disaster. A single quart of oil can create a two-acre oil slick on the water’s surface – approximately the size of three football fields!
Most oil pollution results from accidents and/or carelessness. Fuel oil primarily enters the water during refueling, but oil can also escape during vessel operations. Oil from recreational boats typically comes from dirty ballast water, oil tank washings, bilge water, slops, sludges, fuel residues and waste oil.
Regardless of how they are released, all petroleum products – gasoline, diesel fuel and motor oil – are toxic to people, plants and wildlife. In addition to containing deadly metals, fuel and oil lower water’s oxygen levels, block life-giving sunlight and generally degrade water quality.
That’s why marinas and boaters must play a role in reducing oil and fuel pollution. Any operation involving the handling of oil or fuel should be accomplished in a way that minimizes the possibility of accidental release. Below are some steps boaters and marinas can take to reduce oil and fuel pollution.
- Don’t overfill fuel tanks – fill to only 90 percent capacity to reduce the chance of spills.
- Use oil absorbent pads in the bilges of all boats with inboard engines.
- Regularly inspect through-hull fittings often to reduce the risk of sinking.
- Recycle used oil and filters.
- Routinely inspect storage tanks as required by law.
- Use automatic nozzle shutoffs to reduce the potential for overfilling fuel tanks.
- Set up an oil-recycling program to deliver used oil to a designated collection site.
- Keep spill control equipment readily available.
- Properly dispose of used oil and fuel-absorbent materials.
NEVER use soaps to disperse a spill – IT IS ILLEGAL
To learn more about how you can help reduce oil and fuel pollution, see Chapter 2 of the Good Mate manual.


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Detroit punk/metal/noise rock misfits, CHILD BITE, have been holed up in their den of iniquity penning new tunes for their as-yet-untitled new full-length, to be recorded by Philip H. Anselmo at his famed Nodferatu’s Lair. The record serves as the follow-up to last year’s Strange Waste EP, released via Housecore Records.
Comments CHILD BITE in a collective statement, “Us BITE boys have been holed up all winter, writing tons of stuff for the next record. We’ve been talking to Phil about recording with him for quite a while; we really just did Strange Waste last year as a way to keep busy while waiting for his busy schedule to clear up. We write in waves, with most songs requiring either four or five distinct passes before they are complete. Most of the songs are entering the third and fourth passes, with lyrics just getting started on. We sent Phil a bunch of really rough demos last week to share our progress and his response was; ‘insanely great ideas!’ Juice levels are reaching new heights in the CB camp.”
In related CHILD BITE intel, the band will appear on an upcoming, limited edition Celtic Frost tribute record. Set for release via Corpse Flower Records this Spring as a supplement to the Morbid Tales! An Illustrated Tribute To Celtic Frost, a mega 155-page comic with illustrations and illustrated anecdotes from a varied bunch of metal musicians/authors, edited by renowned illustrator Mark Rudolph, CHILD BITE opens the collection with their rendition of “The Usurper” with Anselmo on lead vocals. “If you saw us at our release show or on tour last Fall,” the band notes, “you may have heard us play it with [vocalist] Shawn [Knight] doing his best Anselmo-meets-Tom G impression.” The comp will also include Acid Witch, Municipal Waste, members of Neurosis and Repulsion and more!
CHILD BITE‘s Strange Waste EP dropped via Housecore Records last Fall and continues to shock and awe ears of the willing with its deliciously bastardized hybrid of the Melvins, Dead Kennedys, Big Black and Faith No More. Ugly, anxious and perilously habit-forming, American Aftermath dubs the record, “The soundtrack to the greatest psychotic slasher film that never was,” commending CHILD BITE‘s, “mangled mash-up of noise rock and punk that comes across as something deranged yet catchy.” Detroit Free Press agrees, “CHILD BITE‘s music smashes into you, as fast as a freight train and just as heavy. The guitars are a blistering blur of nimble and gnarly tones, with the rhythm section’s raucous grooves propelling a raspy, yowling vocalist’s emphatically motor-mouthed lyrics,” while Stereokiller enthuses, “CHILD BITE smartly synthesizes its influences in a way so that they can not only define themselves musically.” Bearded Gentlemen Music gushes, “Strange Waste encompasses all the things I love about noise rock, but it isn’t so discordant/abrasive that it wouldn’t appeal to other audiences…The riffs on the record are catchier than the clap, and the rhythm section is a constant pummeling. Paired with energetic live shows, constant touring, and Knight’s deranged artwork and prints, CHILD BITE has become a self-made monster that’s leaving a viscous snail trail all over the country and starting to gain quite the fan base. From playing facial hair contests in the bowels of Alaska, to setting up Detroit’s epic Berserker Fest, these guys are some of the hardest working people in the biz,” while The Examiner adds, “All nine tracks are marked by strong, frantic riffage, dirty chords, two-ton low-end, and tight, busy drumming, along with Shawn Knight’s peculiar and mighty vocals. Knight’s voice is what I image one would get by throwing the vocals of Mike Patton, Jello Biafra, Joe McTighe, David Yow and Dave Brockie into a furnace to mix together and pour out as a flowing molten blend. Strange Waste is one of those rare albums that is ridiculously good from start to finish.”
Check out Strange Waste, still streaming in full at Revolver Magazine RIGHT HERE. And don’t forget to peep the band’s video for “Ancestral Ooze.” Written and directed by ex-Dillinger Escape Plan guitarist Jeff Tuttle and featuring the Melvins’ Buzz Osborne, the clip is a tribute to the 1987 underground horror flick Street Trash and is still playing at Decibel at THIS LOCATION.
Strange Waste is available on CD, double vinyl seven-inch and digitally via Housecore Records at THIS LOCATION.


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Chicken supply chain changing
Supermarkets have different needs
The closure of restaurants is upsetting the chicken supply chain, Mark Reusser, vice-president of the Ontario Federation of Agriculture, told the Waterloo Region Record recently.
He said the restaurant chains want chicken cut to their specifications which aren’t typical of what’s sold in supermarkets.
There is no mention of this issue in the on-line information Chicken Farmers of Ontario has posted on its website in lieu of holding its annual meeting.
Those documents indicate that the top priority issue is implementing new pricing based on an updated cost-of-production formula.
Processors have challenged the board’s pricing proposal, so the issue is now in the hands of the Ontario Farm Products Marketing Commission.
Last year chicken producers placed 249 million chicks, produced 590 million kilograms of chicken, and contributed $3.81 billion to Ontario’s economy. They built 116 barns.

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North Korea’s closest ally showed off its nuclear prowess in two shock tests of its new 7,680mph ballistic missile.
The country launched the missiles on November 1 and 15, which sat on a hypersonic glide vehicle (HGV) which zoomed at 10 times the speed of sound.
An HGV is a form of aircraft that is capable of reaching speeds many times faster than the speed of sound, allowing it to deliver nuclear weapons to their target in a matter of seconds.
The first was conducted from the Jiuquan Space Launcher Center in Inner Mongolia, and shot 870 miles in just 11 minutes.
To highlight the jaw-dropping achievement – this is the distance from London to Rome.
The weapon, called DF-17, made impact “within metres” of its intended target in Xinjiang Province, with the HGV powering much of the flight during the glide phase.
And in a further terrifying highlight of China’s nuclear power, US officials have said the missile is expected to be fully operational by 2020.
By then it could be capable of reaching as far as 1,500 miles.
And despite condemning nuke-nut North Korea leader Kim Jong-un’s relentless missile tests, the news of the tests will deliver shockwaves through the US.
Should US president Donald Trump and Kim’s war of words explode into a physical conflict, China’s latest weapon would be among the deadliest on offer.
A US official said China’s recent test was “the first HGV test in the world using a system intended to be fielded operationally”.
Both the US and Russia have worked hard on their own tests of HGVs, but neither are believed to have conducted tests for a system that could be operational.
A National Air and Space Intelligence Centre report released in June warned that HGVs could be more dangerous as they were harder to defend against due to the speed the missile travels at.
It said: “The combination of high speed, manoeuvrability, and relatively low altitudes makes HGVs challenging targets for missile defence systems.”


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A journalist is countering sexist jerks by using Twitch streams of impossible games.
In recent years, the gaming industry has seen a significant increase in the number of female gamers. However, despite this progress, women in gaming still face a lot of discrimination and harassment. This is especially true for female streamers who are often subjected to sexist comments and harassment from male viewers.
One journalist, however, is fighting back against these sexist jerks by using Twitch streams of impossible games. Her name is Cecilia D’Anastasio, and she is a senior reporter at Wired magazine. D’Anastasio has been using Twitch to stream games that are notoriously difficult to beat, such as Dark Souls and Bloodborne. Her goal is not only to entertain her viewers but also to prove that women can be just as skilled as men when it comes to gaming.
D’Anastasio’s Twitch streams have gained a lot of attention, not only from gamers but also from the media. Her streams have been featured in several publications, including The New York Times and The Guardian. In an interview with The Guardian, D’Anastasio explained that her streams are a way to challenge the stereotype that women are not as good at gaming as men.
“I’m trying to show that women can be just as skilled as men when it comes to gaming,” she said. “I want to challenge the idea that women are not good at games or that they don’t belong in the gaming community.”
D’Anastasio’s streams have also been a way for her to call out the sexist comments and harassment that female streamers often face. During her streams, she has been known to call out viewers who make sexist comments or who try to belittle her skills. She has also used her platform to raise awareness about the issue of sexism in gaming and to encourage other female gamers to speak out against it.
While D’Anastasio’s streams have been successful in countering sexism in gaming, they have also faced some backlash from male viewers who feel threatened by her skills. Some viewers have accused her of “showing off” or “trying too hard” to prove that women can be good at gaming. However, D’Anastasio has remained steadfast in her mission to challenge the stereotype that women are not as skilled as men when it comes to gaming.
Overall, D’Anastasio’s Twitch streams of impossible games have been a powerful tool in the fight against sexism in gaming. By using her platform to showcase her skills and call out sexist behavior, she has become a role model for female gamers everywhere. Her streams have shown that women can be just as skilled as men when it comes to gaming and that they deserve to be treated with respect and dignity in the gaming community.

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Posts on quality, life, culture, the media, news & tech with a twist & a slice of Limey. I moved my blog to http://renaissancehambara.jp in December 2006, go there for the latest content.
Friday, March 18, 2005
Skills deathmatch: Arithmetic versus The Vision Thing
Slate has a great piece that compares divergent opinions between CEOs and CFOs on a range of subjects including the economic effect of the low dollar, the economic outlook over the next year and factors of inflation. Worth a read here.


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Seattle Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Attorneys
Helping You Rescue Your Washington Business
If your LLC, partnership, or corporation is struggling with debt, you may be able to restructure through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. While more expensive and complex than Chapter 7 and 13, Chapter 11 allows both individuals and entities to retain control over their assets and businesses while they reorganize. If you qualify as a small business, you may achieve relief through a simpler version of Chapter 11 called Subchapter V.
When your future financial security is on the line, you need nothing less than exemplary legal support. At Seattle Consumer Justice, we have decades of experience guiding both individuals and businesses through Chapter 11 bankruptcy. We want to put our skills to work for you in achieving debt relief.
Find out if Chapter 11 may be the right option for you. Call our Chapter 11 bankruptcy lawyers in Seattle at (206) 483-0505 today.
Chapter 11 bankruptcy may help you reorganize your debt and rescue your business from financial ruin. At Seattle Consumer Justice, we understand that every business requires a unique approach, and we have spent more than 30 years developing the skills you need. If you want the highest possible chance of keeping your business while reducing its financial obligations, we are here to support you every step of the way.
How Filing for Chapter 11 Can Benefit You
A Chapter 11 reorganization plan allows business debtors to sell or surrender unwanted or unneeded assets to creditors. This means you can refinance and reclassify debt from secured to unsecured based on the value of collateral. This can allow for a limited liquidation on your terms, in which you, rather than a trustee, choose what to sell to pay your creditors.
For instance, if you have a rental property valued at $200,000, but you owe the mortgage creditor $300,000, then $100,000 of that debt can be classified as an unsecured claim and will be paid whatever percentage the class of unsecured claims is receiving.
Additionally, you may be able to sell leases and other contracts. This can become a powerful bargaining tool, allowing you to downsize your business without becoming stuck with the obligation of a lease. It can also make a lease assignable when it would not otherwise be, allowing you to sell an attractive lease as a way to pay other creditors.
If you are filing as a business entity, you can receive a discharge of your unsecured debt upon confirmation of your Chapter 11 business reorganization plan or shortly thereafter. If you are filing as an individual, you generally become eligible for discharge after making payments to your unsecured creditors for 5 years.
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Bankruptcy isn’t always the best option for a struggling business. At Seattle Consumer Justice, our goal is to help you reduce your financial obligations through whatever method is most appropriate for your unique situation.
We can negotiate a workout agreement with your lenders. A workout is a contractual agreement in which the lender waives existing defaults and restructures the terms of a loan.
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MIAMI, Fla. (June 26, 2015) – Last night, Starwood Preferred Guest (SPG) hosted a special intimate concert for SPG members with Grammy-winning songwriter Nate Ruess at the Aloft Miami Doral and Element Miami Doral as part of its Hear The Music, See The Worldconcert series.
The VIP performance was held in the Aloft Miami Doral where members crowded in closely to hear songs from Ruess’s first solo albumGrand Romantic, which dropped earlier this month, as well as some old classics including the crowd favorite, “We Are Young.”
Michael Kelly, also known as Doug Stamper, on Netflix’s acclaimed TV show House of Cards opposite Kevin Spacy and Robin Wright, traded in his White House badge for a music pass when he was spotted rocking out in the crowd enjoying Ruess’s one-of-a-kind performance.
Kelly and Ruess hit it off earlier in the evening where Ruess even admitted that he has only seen one episode of House of Cards. Kelly jokingly nudged Ruess that he has a lot of catching-up to do and noted that, “a whole bunch of crazy sh*t is about to happen this season!”
Bystanders overheard the two make plans to meet up September when Ruess performs in DC, where Kelly will be finishing filming season 4 of House of Cards. Check out some photos of Nate Ruess and Michael Kelly here.
Starwood Preferred Guest brings you access like no other—including top notch entertainment, world class dining and amazing seats at premiere sporting events. Hear the Music, See the World is a global music series offering members intimate, acoustic performances by their favorite artists for years.


The National Basketball Association (NBA) has launched an investigation into the actions of San Antonio Spurs’ guard, Dejounte Murray, during a recent game. According to sources, Murray’s conduct towards the officials during the game has raised concerns and led to an inquiry by the league.
The incident in question occurred during a game between the San Antonio Spurs and the Denver Nuggets. Murray, known for his competitive and fiery demeanour on the court, was seen engaging in what appeared to be heated exchanges with the game officials. His actions during the game, including his gestures, verbal exchanges, and body language towards the officials, have prompted the NBA to look into the matter.
Sources within the league have revealed that the investigation is still ongoing, and the NBA is reviewing video footage, audio recordings, and statements from the officials and parties involved. The league is taking this matter seriously, as it aims to ensure that players, coaches, and officials maintain professional and respectful conduct during NBA games.
Murray’s conduct during the game has sparked discussions and debates among fans, analysts, and players alike. Some have defended his passion and intensity as part of his competitive nature, while others have criticized his behaviour as unacceptable and unprofessional. The NBA’s investigation is aimed at determining whether Murray’s actions crossed the line and violated the league’s code of conduct.
This is not the first time that an NBA player’s behaviour towards officials has come under scrutiny. The NBA has strict rules and guidelines in place to ensure that players and coaches maintain a respectful relationship with the game officials. Any violation of these rules can result in fines, suspensions, or other disciplinary actions.
The NBA places a high emphasis on sportsmanship and professionalism, and players are expected to conduct themselves in a manner that upholds the integrity of the game. This includes respecting the decisions and rulings of the officials, refraining from engaging in derogatory language or gestures towards them, and avoiding any behaviour that could be considered confrontational or disrespectful.
As the investigation into Murray’s actions continues, the NBA has not yet released any official statement or decision regarding the matter. The league is likely to review all available evidence thoroughly and consult with relevant parties before making a final determination on any potential disciplinary action.
Murray, who has been an integral part of the San Antonio Spurs’ roster, has been known for his talent and potential as a player. He has shown growth and development in his game, and his performance on the court has earned him recognition and praise. However, his recent conduct towards officials has raised questions about his behaviour and sportsmanship.
The NBA’s investigation serves as a reminder to all players and coaches that their conduct during games is subject to scrutiny, and any violations of the league’s rules and guidelines may have consequences. The league’s commitment to maintaining professionalism and sportsmanship on and off the court is paramount, and all individuals involved in the game are expected to adhere to these standards.
In conclusion, the NBA’s investigation into Dejounte Murray’s actions with officials highlights the importance of maintaining professionalism and respect towards game officials in the NBA. The league’s code of conduct is in place to ensure that players, coaches, and officials uphold the integrity of the game and promote a positive and respectful environment. As the investigation continues, NBA fans, players, and stakeholders will be eagerly awaiting the league’s decision on this matter.


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The Denver Public Colleges Basis is partnering with Denver Broncos to fill the know-how hole for households – CBS Denver
DENVER (CBS4)– The Denver Public Schools Foundation has partnered with the Denver Broncos to fill the technology gap for families. The Denver Public Schools Foundation works with the Denver Broncos to fill technology gaps for families. This is especially helpful when thousands of students are distance learning during the coronavirus pandemic.
A generous gift ensures that nearly 300 families have access to the Internet for distance learning. Some parts of the far northeast of Denver are in internet dead zones.
Curtis Modkins, trainer for DPS and Broncos running backs, worked with Comcast to expand broadband to these areas.


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Thursday, June 07, 2018
Watched the movie 'Closer' on Netflix.
There is this possibility that a movie, a western movie, that has been praised by rating agencies and viewers, that has received half a dozen awards and has even been nominated for the Oscars - you, an Indian, will find despicable, primarily because of cultural difference.
This movie is one such.
My puking began when the two male protagonists start their thing in the cybersex chat room. One of them is an imposter pretending to be the woman he is in love with, a different woman than the one he is living in with! If he is living in with a woman already, and also in love with another, why the hell does he need to sex chat with a strange male??
The two men spew sleaze and profanity at one another, unseen, unknown, enquire about the size of their genitalia, get all worked up, seemingly deriving pleasure out of it.
Just imagine what you, an Indian would think of a colleague or a neighbour doing this. Creepy, cheap and sexually frustrated - is what you would think. Sick and morbid, downmarket, scum of society.
But guess what, these guys continue to be protagonists even after that. Because it's totally acceptable in the west!
What follows in the movie makes you feel sorry for these creatures - the characters on screen and the people and culture they represent.
A weak, animal like people endowed with nothing more than basic instincts, who fornicate just like animals. They could be married, committed, taken, but anyone 'hot' they run into, anyday, anywhere could weaken them in minutes and turn them into dogs on heat and they will be cheating on partners, lying, pretending and then crying, begging, like weak creatures with no spine or self control whatsoever.
This movie has two men and two women doing just that. Everyone sleeps with everyone else and then apologizes and professes love, and cheats again, in cycles of repetition, so many, that you don't know who the original pairs are, who you wish to become united in the end, and it doesn't matter either. When they say 'I love you', it seems meaningless.
The characters are so adrift, unhinged, grounded in nothing, rooted in nothing.
That this movie was critically acclaimed, and received awards and nomination for Oscar makes me feel sorry for these people. Pathetic.
I like Julia Roberts, but now, a tad less for choosing to do this movie that seems to have very little reason to exist. But that's my fault, perhaps, misplaced expectation, given that she belongs to that society and is unable to see the depravity of it all.
I am not prudish (I loved Silsila that has Big B having an affair with Rekha while being married to Jaya), but still, this movie is an evening wasted.
I am glad Bollywood hasn't stooped down to producing crap like this. 'Not yet, but coming soon' - is what I thought of saying, given how liberal and westernized our youth are becoming, but I am hopeful we won't go that far, we will take the U turn and return home to our good old Indian ways.
Natalie Portman was beautiful, I thought.
Jude Law is handsome, but the other hero, Clive Owen, looks like a serial killer.


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Aleksey Kolpakov is a Visiting Assistant professor at the School of Public Administration, Dorothy F. Schmidt College of Arts and Letters at the Florida Atlantic University. He holds a Master of Science degree in organizational and social psychology from London School of Economics and Political Science and a Ph.D. in public policy analysis and public administration from Indiana university. He teaches public administration, public policy and nonprofit management courses. His research has been published in academic journals such as American Review of Public Administration, Public Performance & Management Review, Public Integrity, International Journal of Public Administration, Regional Science Inquiry and Journal of Health Science..
Specialties: Collaboration Management, Network Governance, Leadership in the Nonprofit Sector, International Nonprofit Organizations, Comparative Public Administration, Representative Bureaucracy, Knowledge Management in the Public Sector, Diversity Management in the Public Sector, Social Network Analysis in Political Science
Karsanova, Elena S., Volgin, Oleg S. and Kolpakov, Aleksey. 2020. Information and Communication Technologies as a Condition of Effective Political Management In “Smart Technologies” for Society, State and Economy edited by Elena G. Popkov and Bruno S. Sergi. Springer Series Lecture Notes in Networks and Systems. doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-59126-7_105.
Kolpakov, Aleksey and Eric Boyer. 2020. “Examining Gender Dimensions of Leadership in International Nongovernmental Organizations” Public Integrity. https://doi.org/10.1080/10999922.2020.1777836
Kolpakov, Aleksey and Anguelov, Luchezar. 2020. “Comparing Decision Making Approaches to Contracting Out”. Journal of Strategic Contracting and Negotiations. https://doi.org/10.1177/2055563620918811
Agranoff, Robert and Kolpakov, Aleksey. 2020 Researching Networks Through Sequential Explanatory Design. In Networks and Collaboration In The Public Sector: Essential Research Approaches, Methodologies And Analytic Tools edited by Joris Voets, Robyn Keast and Christopher Koliba Routledge.
Works Currently Under Review:
Kolpakov, Aleksey, Eric Boyer and William Eubank. “Examining Generational Dimensions of Leadership in International Nongovernmental Organizations” Under Review to Public Administration and Development.
Kolpakov, Aleksey and Horohito Norhatan. “Developing a Cross-Cultural Framework of the Representative Bureaucracy” Under Review to Administration & Society.
Recent Conference Presentations
Public Management Research Conference: June 23-26, 2021. Virtual Conference
“Explaining the Development of Nonprofit Networks: A Case of 2010 Haiti Earthquake Disaster Recovery Assistance Networks” with Alka Sapat, Florida Atlantic University and Ann-Margaret Esnard, Georgia State University.
Midwest Political Science Association (MPSA) conference: April 14-18, 2021. Virtual Conference
“Measuring Process and Outcome Collaborative Performance in Recidivism Reduction Networks” with Veronica Blas Dahir, Jennifer Lanterman, Denise Schaar-Buis, Chris Marchand and Brian Lee, University of Nevada, Reno.
American Society for Public Administration (ASPA) Online Conference: April 9-15, 2021. Virtual Conference
“The Prospects of Network Governance in Eradicating Misinformed Electorates Phenomenon and Maintaining Liberal Democracy in America” with Horohito Norhatan, University of Nevada, Reno.
“Assessing Collaborative Performance in Recidivism Reduction Networks” with Veronica Blas Dahir, Jennifer Lanterman, Denise Schaar-Buis, Chris Marchand and Brian Lee, University of Nevada, Reno.
Digital Experience of 2020 American Society for Public Administration Annual Conference
“Accountability, Transparency and Performance Management in Public Management and Collaborative Governance Networks”. Research Panel.
PAD 3104 Organiztl Behavior & Administrative Communication
PAD 4230 Program Evaluation in Public Management
PAD 4148 Intro to Volunteer Management

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Structural Investigation, Assessment and Design for GERI Renaissance 5000
Global-Estate Resorts, Inc.
Renaissance 5000 was intended to be a 33-story residential structure which began construction in 1996. The substructure, composed of three levels of basement, was completed before the construction was put on hold the following year due to the Asian Financial Crisis. Variations in loading, as well as changes in the applicable structural and building codes, required a complete redesign of the structural plans for the superstructure of the building. The new design also required consideration of structural integrity and capacity of the substructure, taking into account the existing condition of the in-situ materials.
AMH undertook inspection, sampling, and testing works for Global-Estate Resorts, Inc. (GERI), as part of its engagement for the Structural Assessment and Investigation of the existing floors of Renaissance 5000. The data collected and analyzed was used to verify the specifications indicated in the For Construction Drawings (FCD) provided by GERI, and was used for the analysis of the existing design of the lower levels.
It was found out the concrete and rebar capacities were deficient insofar as the current standards are concerned. Structural analysis showed that existing members were insufficient to carry the additional loads of the superstructure and the seismic forces calculated based on the latest codes. As a result, GERI decided to demolish the existing basement levels and commissioned AMH to redesign the superstructure together with the foundation and the basement levels.


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Product Description - Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm
If you’re a fan of Native American culture, you’ll love this really cute Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm. Terrific when combined with our Arrowhead Charm. You can get this beautiful Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm for someone who loves to collect Native American Jewelry or some who loves adding sterling silver charms to your collection. Traditional moccasins are shoes that are made of deerskin or other soft leather. Moccasins were worn by the Native American of North America. There are two types of Moccasins, the hard soled and the soft soled. The Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm can represent both styles of moccasins. The hard sole moccasins were used in the eastern woodlands and southeast areas. The soft soled moccasins were used in the plain areas. Moccasins are usually brown and one color. However moccasins used in ceremonies are decorated in colorful glass beads. The Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm would be a great souvenir if you have ever been to the southwest. The Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm would make any western lover happy when you gift them this charm. The Sterling Silver Moccasin Charm is a 3-D charm made out of sterling silver and can be cleaned with one of our sterling silver polishing clothes that we offer.
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