text: I made this wreath for my mom for Christmas. I thought it would be nice for her door for the winter months. Since I had to mail it to her, I was kind of afraid to put anything sticking off of it...like ornamental branches or the like. Anyhoo, it turned out pretty, and simple; two things I love. :) To see how I made it, you can check out my first wreath post here.

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Chicago Stamping Plant Celebrates Longest-Tenured Ford UAW Employee at 60th Anniversary
By Ali Montag
CHICAGO HEIGHTS, United States – Last week marked a milestone for both Ford Motor Company and the Chicago Stamping Plant (CSP). On Tuesday, June 21 the plant held a surprise celebration for its veteran electrician, Harold Michalak who is celebrating his 60th year of working for the company. Hourly co-workers, plant management and Ford/UAW retirees gathered in the Training Center of the CSP in honor of Michalak – sharing stories and achievement awards over cake and coffee.
At the age of 85, Michalak still works six days a week and walks the facility regularly toting his trusty homemade toolbox (a yellow painted cardboard box reinforced with duct tape) without complaint, "I have no complaints about Ford. They took care of me. I can't ask for a better place to work." Co-workers describe Michalak as a hardworking guy who comes to work early and is one of the last to leave at the end of his shift. "He's sharp as a tack," said Howard Simon, a Manhattan resident and Ford employee of 35 years, of Michalak. "He's got to know every nut and bolt in this plant." Simon went on to say, "There's nobody in this plant that doesn't know Harold. He is truly a respected and well-liked employee."
Ford has approximately 41,000 UAW-represented hourly workers. Of those 41,000 only 17 employees have more that 50 years of service. Michalak is the only one with 60 years of service. Interestingly, of the 17 employees with more that 50 years of tenure, four of them work at the CSP. Bill Jackson, president of Local UAW #588 noted that Michalak is special because he has the most seniority of the nearly 900 employees at the CSP and of all UAW members working for Ford in North America. "You would never know that he's 85," Jackson said. "He is value added. There is no doubt about it."
Michalak was hired by Ford on June 23, 1951 at an aircraft engine manufacturing site Ford owned on the Southwest side of Chicago. Today, the site is home of the Ford City Mall, where you can still see the concrete towers where the engines were tested prior to being placed into fighter planes during the Korean War. "We were working on [propeller] engines, then later it was jet engines," Michalak explained. When the engine plant closed, Michalak stayed on with Ford relocating to the then newly built CAP where body panels and parts are made for Ford vehicles across the world. Prior to working at Ford, Michalak learned his trade while serving in the infantry of the U.S. Army during World War II and then working for the Santa Fe Railroad before joining Ford in June 1951.
CSP Plant Manager Gloria Georger described Michalak's dedication as "honorable." During her presentation honoring Michalak, she joked about how many things had changed in the U.S. since Michalak started at Ford, "The average vehicle price was $1,800, a gallon of gas cost $0.27 and the minimum wage rate was $0.75 per hour." Georger also presented a personalized video message to Michalak from Ford President and CEO Alan Mulally congratulating him on his milestone noting, "Harold, you and Ford and Chicago Stamping ROCK!"


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Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils by Jin Yong was first serialised in newspapers from 3 September 1963 to 27 May 1966.
The story has been revised twice with the second edition published in October 1978 and the third edition released in November 2002.
The Eight Races of Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils would be a more accurate translation of the story’s title. The Eight Races refer to the deities in Buddhist cosmology. They are: Deva, Nāga, Yaksha, Asura, Garuda, Kinnara, Gandharva and Mahoraga. These demi-gods and semi-devils are above mortals but are still bound to the Saṃsāra1It refers to the repeating cycle of birth, life, death and rebirth. It is only through enlightenment that one could escape the cycle. by their own desires.
The widely accepted translation of the title collectively refers to the eight races as demi-gods and semi-devils.
The story follows the journeys of three protagonists. The main thematic element of the novel concerns the complex, troubled relationships between characters from various kingdoms and sects, and the inherent bond that underlies the struggles of each. The novel examines the cause and effect that forms and breaks these bonds on five uniquely corresponding levels: self, family, society, ethnic group, and country.
The title of each chapter is a verse and the ten chapters in each book actually forms a poem. The title of each book actually tells you what type of poem it is. Read the article on the Demi-Gods and Semi-Devils poem to find out more.
The novel is set in the Song Dynasty. It tells of the wulin affairs and civil disputes between the kingdoms of Song, Liao, Dali, Western Xia, and Tufan (Tibetan Empire). The story takes a philosophical high viewpoint to study human life and society, and in the process paints a picture of the grand waves of life.
The moral of the story is that life no one is impartial, all emotions lead to evil. We are bound to our emotions in life. Where emotions exist, humans are subject to the torment caused by our feelings. Reality is harsh and we will inevitably face the challenge and have to endure hardships. In short, fate is a cruel mistress.
- Duan Yu – a young and naïve prince of the Dali Kingdom.
- Xiao Feng (Qiao Feng)– the charismatic chief of the Beggars’ Sect.
- Xuzhu – a kind-hearted and submissive Shaolin monk.
- Duan Zhengchun
- Mu Wanqing
- Zhong Ling
- Wang Yuyan
- Xiao Yuanshan
- Four Evils
- Murong Fu
- Ding Chunqiu
- Lingbo Footwork
- Beiming Powers
- Spirit Blade of Six Meridians
- Eighteen Dragon-subduing Palms
- Yijin Jing, literally the Tendon Changing Scriptures
- Chapter 1 – Righteous scholar travelled the perilous peak
- Chapter 2 – Moonlight shone brightly on the beautiful cliff
- Chapter 3 – A swift horse with a masked lady
- Chapter 4 – High on the cliff away from others
- Chapter 5 – Tiny steps borne from ripple
- Chapter 6 – Whose disciple and whose estate
- Chapter 7 – Helplessly regret being unfaithful
- Chapter 8 – Majestic and resounding music
- Chapter 9 – A lady married to a fitting place
- Chapter 10 – Gleaming sword across dark smoke
- Chapter 11 – Always foolish
- Chapter 12 – Henceforth obsessed
- Chapter 13 – Listening to the lady in the waterside pavilion, watching her advise the gathered heroes
- Chapter 14 – Unrestrained drinking of a thousand cups at a men’s gathering
- Chapter 15 – In the forest of apricots, discussing the meaning of life
- Chapter 16 – Reasons of the past
- Chapter 17 – Wishes of the present
- Chapter 18 – Vengeance of a foreign man, suppresses the emptying of a hero’s tears
- Chapter 19 – Even in the face tens of thousand people I will carry on
- Chapter 20 – Sadness remained at Yanmen, with no words left
- Chapter 21 – The distant vague as a dream
- Chapter 22 – Both eyes gleaming like the stars
- Chapter 23 – Empty promise of cows and sheep at the frontier outpost
- Chapter 24 – Past alliance in the Illuminated side of the lady’s black hair
- Chapter 25 – A journey through the mist walking on snow
- Chapter 26 – Slaughtering bear and catching tiger with bear hands
- Chapter 27 – Clearing enemies with a halberd in a fierce battle
- Chapter 28 – Surviving in the wilderness forging a cast iron head
- Chapter 29 – The despicable matchmaking with a freezing palm
- Chapter 30 – Spraying water to restrain the gathered heroes
- Chapter 31 – Victory or defeat, how can it be predicted!
- Chapter 32 – Carefree for now with no one supervising
- Chapter 33 – Enduring anarchy, or apocalypse
- Chapter 34 – Strong winds, throwing Piaomiao Peak into turmoil
- Chapter 35 – A beauty abruptly age, a fleeting moment of bliss
- Chapter 36 – Dreaming of real heartfelt words in a tangible fantasy
- Chapter 37 – Laughing in unison, it was all for naught in the end
- Chapter 38 – Recklessly drunk, misdirecting passion
- Chapter 39 – Unable to withdraw, the post of authority is linked to greed and wrath
- Chapter 40 – Take a step back and ponder, when would the delusion end?
- Chapter 41 – Eighteen swift riders of Yanyun, galloping like mighty wind and billowing smoke
- Chapter 42 – Evil and abhorred of all ages, unable to withstand an attack, an inglorious victory
- Chapter 43 – Grand ambitions to rule and conquer, blood feud, turn them all into dust
- Chapter 44 – Thinking in vain of winning he beauty, wherefore is the blissful marriage?
- Chapter 45 – At the bottom of the dry well, in the mud
- Chapter 46 – Holding the wine to to ask the Emperor three questions
- Chapter 47 – For whom do they blossom, the camellia that fill the road?
- Chapter 48 – The descendant of prince fall into dire straits, how can he endure it, dew on a willow branch?
- Chapter 49 – Worthless riches and glory, unpredictability of life, this life is absolutely dreadful!
- Chapter 50 – Teaching Chanyu to break arrows, routing the six armies, and rousing the anger of heroes!

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At-risk loss limitation rules
This article may give you some background on the at-risk rules which may limit the amount of loss you can deduct from some of your investments.
Briefly, you can only deduct losses from a covered activity up to the amount you have “at risk” in that activity. Any excess losses aren’t forfeited—they are carried forward and may be used in a later year when you obtain a sufficient amount at risk to cover it.
Unfortunately, these rules aren’t the only ones that may limit your tax benefits from these investment losses. You may also be subject to rules limiting losses you may claim from “passive” activities. Additionally, if you hold your interest as a partner or S corporation shareholder, your losses may be limited to your basis in your interest under special rules applicable to partnerships and S corporations.
You can include borrowed amounts as amounts you have at-risk, but only if certain requirements are met. These rules are complex, but essentially they allow you to treat as at-risk amounts you borrow (a) for which you have personal liability, or (b) for which you have pledged property (other than property used in the activity) as security. In the case of pledged property, the at-risk amount is the fair market value of the property reduced by any superior claims against it. Additionally, you cannot include borrowed funds in your at-risk amount if the lender has an interest in the activity (other than as a creditor) or is related to someone with such an interest.
Also, the amount you have at risk in an activity includes the cash and property you contribute to it. With respect to the contributed property, however, you count the basis you had in it, not its value. That is, if you contributed land with a basis (cost) of $10,000 and a value of $25,000, your at-risk amount will only be $10,000, not the $25,000 value.
These loss limitation rules are complex in themselves, and may be further complicated by how they interrelate.

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Ex-MCMC deputy director and wife jailed for graft
ABUSE OF POWER: Noor Mohamed Khan convicted of abetting his wife in accepting bribe, couple also fined RM2.5m
SHAH ALAM: A FORMER deputy director of the Malaysian Communications and Multimedia Commission (MCMC) and his wife were yesterday sentenced to five and four years' jail respectively and fined a whopping RM2.5 million for graft.
Sessions Court judge M. Bakri Abd Majid found Noor Mohamed Khan Mohamed Mastan, 40, and Suraya Hani Ahmad Zaki, 33, an accounts manager at a private firm, guilty after a full trial.
Noor Mohamed Khan was convicted of abetting his wife in accepting a bribe of RM250,000 from Siaga Informatics Sdn Bhd's chief operating officer, Mohd Shukri Othman.
The bribe was an inducement to help Siaga Informatics (a company supplying forensics equipment) to obtain a letter of award for a "tender for designing, implementing, testing and commissioning of MCMC's digital forensics laboratory".
The offence was committed at Siaga Informatics, Suite 2-6, Level 6, Jalan USJ 9/5T, Subang Business Centre in Subang Jaya at 10.25am on March 14, last year.
Bakri said Noor Mohamed Khan had gotten his wife involved in committing the offence.
"He was a civil servant and should be providing his service without hoping for a reward," said the judge.
"The court has to mete out a higher sentence on you (Noor Mohamed Khan) because I find that you were the mastermind in this whole offence."
Bakri sentenced Noor Mohamed Khan to five years' jail and fined him RM1.25 million in default, one year jail, while Suraya Hani was sentenced to four years' jail. Bakri also fined her RM1.25 million in default, one year jail.
The court, however, allowed the couple a stay of execution pending appeal on the jail term but ordered that the fine be paid.
He increased their bail from RM15,000 to RM30,000 each, in one surety.
Earlier in mitigation, counsel Nasir Aziz, who represented the couple, pleaded for leniency as Noor Mohamed Khan was supporting his eight children from his first wife.
DPP Wong Poi Yoke from the Malaysian Anti-Corruption Commission, however, pressed for a deterrent sentence as the couple had damaged the image of MCMC.
"The aim of this project was to set up a forensic laboratory to investigate cases. Noor Mohamed Khan was the then deputy director and had misused his position to obtain confidential information on the tender without the knowledge of MCMC panel members," she said.


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EneSense offers a broad range of energy solutions including designs and implementation of energy-saving projects, energy audits, retrofitting, energy conservation, and risk management. Our services aim to limit energy loss, maximize energy efficiency, and promote clean and renewable energies. EneSense brings together a team of experienced engineers and scientists with an extensive background in energy efficiency, heat transfer, hydrology, and water resources management. Our experts perform the analysis and suggest recommendations using various techniques such as energy data management, alternative energies’ feasibility assessment, infrared building envelope surveys, and equipment mechanical and electrical inspections.
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Want to make a simple recipe with few ingredients? Try this tender and delicious pork tenderloin with potatoes seasoned with delicious seasonings. This is the perfect recipe to serve at a family lunch. Your kids will love it!
INGREDIENTS FOR THIS RECIPE
Here you will find all the ingredients needed to make this recipe:
● Pork fillet – The main ingredient of the recipe. Tender and delicious, absorbs all the flavors and seasonings of the sauce.
● Paprika, nutmeg, garlic and lemon juice – They flavor and flavor meat and potatoes.
● Olive oil – Add flavor, aroma and a slight creaminess to the sauce.
● Potatoes – Small peeled potatoes.
● Salt – Highlights all other flavors.
Below is the correct measurement of all the ingredients and the step-by-step guide for this recipe.
HOW TO MAKE AN EASY BAKED PORK Tenderloin:
Place the pork tenderloin and the peeled potatoes in a baking dish. Season with salt, minced garlic, nutmeg, paprika, lemon juice and olive oil.
Leave to marinate for about 1 hour.
Bake until golden brown, about 1 hour. From time to time, baste the tenderloin and the potatoes with the sauce.
Turn off the oven and serve.

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- Hit by glitches, Delhi metro slows down
Delhi Metro train services were delayed due to technical snags on sections of three corridors on Wednesday. While technical glitches led to delay in nine instances, in one case a person allegedly jumped on the track at Kaushambi station, affecting the service.
- Platform screen doors up and running at Rajiv Chowk metro station
A year after the project of installing Platform Screen Doors (PSDs) at six Yellow Line stations was rolled out; Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC) has finally fixed them at the Rajiv Chowk Metro Station — the last of the six stations.
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Delhi Metro will install steel railings at seven stations to prevent commuters from accidentally falling on the tracks. These are Kashmere Gate, Central Secretariat and Lajpat Nagar on the Violet line; Mandi House, Vaishali and Dwarka Sector-21 on the Blue line; and Huda City Centre on Yellow line.


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One of British Columbia’s largest unions is urging the provincial government to bring in tougher restrictions on rent increases.
The British Columbia General Employees’ Union published a report Wednesday arguing the province should adopt vacancy control regulations that would prohibit landlords from hiking rents between tenancies.
Kari Michaels, the BCGEU’s executive vice-president, says the union commissioned the report because its more than 85,000 members — mostly provincial public servants — increasingly cannot afford to live in the communities they serve.
Michaels said rising rents in B.C. have outstripped the salary increases the BCGEU can negotiate at the table, forcing them to advocate for ways to cut costs for members.
“We have members who have had to resort to living in vehicles or couch-surfing in order to get by,” Michaels said. Others, she said, have had to find housing farther and farther from their actual workplaces, which are struggling to retain and recruit staff.
In some cases, Michaels said supportive housing workers represented by the BCGEU have had to use the same resources they usually recommend to clients.
“Not only are they trying to navigate finding affordable housing for clients, but they themselves are finding it difficult,” Michaels said.
The B.C. government has previously rejected vacancy control as a measure to control the province’s skyrocketing rental costs.
In 2018, a provincial renters’ task force rejected the idea because they believed it would have the unintended consequence of disincentivizing new housing construction.
Opponents of the policy also argued it would lead to smaller landlords either selling their properties or taking them off the market, further constricting supply.
Housing Minister Ravi Kahlon was not available for an interview. His office sent a provided statement saying the province continues to focus on building new housing and expanding taxes on empty homes.
The province already has restrictions on how far landlords can hike a rent in a given year. This year, the maximum allowable increase is 3.5 per cent.
But advocates like Rebecca Love say the real issue are the massive rent hikes that often occur between tenancies, when landlords are no longer constrained by the province’s cap.
This January, the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp. released a report that found the median rent for occupied units in Vancouver was $1,658 a month in 2022.
But the average asking price for vacant units was $2,373 — a full 43 per cent higher. On average, the report found Vancouver housing units became 23.9 per cent more expensive whenever those “turnovers” occurred. It estimated that only one per cent of all housing stock in Vancouver was affordable to the lowest 20 per cent of earners.
Love, a volunteer with the Vancouver Tenants Union, says vacancy control could serve as a stopgap to hold off those increases, which she sees as incentivizing evictions.
“Rent control and vacancy control are all in response to a market out of balance,” Love said.
The union, Love said, has previously pitched vacancy control to Kahlon but says the government has not seriously considered the idea.
“So finally, we have some academic backup, which shows that it absolutely can work and it can give everyone a stopgap while we wait for housing to catch up,” Love said.
The BCGEU’s report was conducted by Daniela Aiello, an assistant professor of geography at Pennsylvania State University and a former renters’ rights activist in British Columbia.
Her report argues prior studies that have dismissed rent control rely too much on modelling and incomplete data. She further argues that there is not an economic consensus about the economic fallout of rent control, including claims it will lead to stagnating housing construction. The report was commissioned by the BCGEU and has not been reviewed by other academics.
Michaels say such a policy would not need to be universally applied.
Manitoba, for example, has vacancy control policies that only apply to buildings with four or more units in them.
That province also exempts buildings built after March 2005 from rent controls for 20 years, after which they are folded into the existing policy.
Michaels suggested a B.C. policy could be similarly tailored to focus vacancy control measures on large landlords rather than individuals renting out basement suites and spare rooms.
She said she hoped publishing the research paper would provide a base of evidence that might convince government officials to reconsider their stance on the policy.
“They’ve mentioned time and time again their commitment to tackle this, and we think that by presenting research and information that demonstrates the proven track record of vacancy control is just what will help move them to adopt this as a policy,” Michaels said.
She and Love said they do not believe vacancy control alone will solve the province’s housing crisis.
“It would be a tourniquet, but as soon as the tourniquet comes off the bleeding would start again,” Love said.
She said the province needs more housing supply, especially housing built by non-profits or government agencies at a below-market rate. Love said the province should also look to restrict the use of short-term rental services like Airbnb in a bid to bring those units back into the overall rental housing stock.
Love said an eventual consequence of the housing crisis is that cities will no longer be able to accommodate workers.
“If there’s nowhere for people to live, if people keep leaving, you don’t have workers. And workers are the ones who keep society moving,” Love said.


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"I'm very lucky to get through, I didn't play very well," Gilbert was quoted by the tournament's website.Teenage forward Rodrygo was also named, though there was no place for his Real Madrid teammate Vinicius Junior.
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There were also seven goals in the game between the newly-promoted pair of Leeds United and Fulham, with Leeds winning 4-3 to claim their first points of the season."We have made some mistakes in the past. Therefore, we need to make up for financial losses and revitalize our special connection to our fans," Jobst said. Before talking about its future structure, "We need to set up a concept all our fans can identify with."
Even though Hertha kept their efforts to a minimum, they further extended their lead on 63 minutes as Jhon Cordoba assisted Matheus Cunha, whose low shot made it 3-0.皇爵真人官方网站
According to the police, the players aged 12-15 were on their way back from a football registration exercise when the incident happened, with dozens of the footballers hospitalized. Enditem
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The Tianjin side still keeps it's winless record since the beginning of this season. The first stage of the championship format 2020 CSL season will conclude on September 28, but Teda only has two points out of 11 rounds, setting to be relegated.The Foals responded but neither Stefan Lainer nor Lars Stindl was able to overcome Burki before the half-time whistle.
Ramy Bensebaini couldn't hold the pace and tripped Reyna up inside the box. The video assistant referee intervened and awarded the "BVB" a penalty. Haaland stepped up and sent Sommer into the wrong corner to double the lead in the 54th minute.
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Ismael Al Hammadi (L) of Shabab Al Ahli vies for the ball with Ali Nemati of Shahr Khodrou during the AFC Asian Champions League group B football match between Shabab Al Ahli of United Arab Emirates and Shahr Khodrou of Iran at Al Janoub Stadium in Doha, Capital of Qatar, Sept. 17, 2020. (Photo by Nikku/Xinhua)Despite all the challenges ahead, Bayern can do it again, Lewandowski commented. Enditem
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Maccabi possessed the ball for most of the early period, but hardly threatened the Belarusians' goal.
"We have made some mistakes in the past. Therefore, we need to make up for financial losses and revitalize our special connection to our fans," Jobst said. Before talking about its future structure, "We need to set up a concept all our fans can identify with."The result means Rafa Benitez's side are sixth in Group A, three points off the fourth place, while Shanghai Shenhua slip to the fifth position in the group on goal difference. Both teams have chances to advance to the championship group for the second stage of Chinese Super League with five games remaining.
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Facing Jianye, 19-year-old Tan Kaiyuan tucked into the net for Evergrande's lead in the 32nd minute on a one-two with Luo Guofu.
Coach Ronald Koeman had told the player, who turned 21 a month ago, that he didn't want him this season. Speaking after the game, which Barca won thanks to a solitary Antoine Griezmann goal, Koeman implied that the youngster would indeed be on his way out.最大的博彩排名
"I am very happy and excited. This is the next step for me. I hope to help the team and that we will fight for promotion to the Premier League. I spoke to my compatriot Krystian Bielik, who also plays here. He advised me to join the club," said the player.At approximately the same time, Thiago arrived in Liverpool to complete his move to the club after the Premier League champions agreed a 30 million euro fee with Bayern Munich earlier in the week.
World Athletics issued a statement on Wednesday to support the decisions of the court. "Whilst we are disappointed this happened in our sport, we are grateful for the strong and clear decisions that have been taken against the individuals involved and charged with these crimes, and we would like to ensure that similar actions by individuals can never happen again in our sport," the statement noted. Enditem
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Founder and artistic director of Music in May, Rebecca Jackson is a 2018 KSBW Jefferson Award honoree. Acting member of San Francisco Ballet and Santa Fe Opera Orchestras, she also is founding member of Ensemble San Francisco. Believing strongly in the power of music to heal and unite, she has performed in many marginalized communities across the U.S., Ukraine, Romania, Dominican Republic, Haiti, India, Nepal, Costa Rica, and recently into Said Gawash and Shatila refugee camps in Lebanon. Combining her passion for music and service, she is co-founder of Sound Impact. Set to release this spring, Rebecca and her father have co-authored the official biography of her mentor David Arben, imprisoned in Nazi death camps and former associate concertmaster of the Philadelphia Orchestra [www.davidarben.com]. Ms. Jackson received her B.M. from The Juilliard School and a graduate degree from UC Santa Cruz.

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A new survey has revealed that a majority of right-wing voters will continue to support Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu even if he is formally indicted on corruption charges.
The study, undertaken by the Rafi Smith Institute for the Israel Democracy Institute, also found that a staggering two-thirds of respondents insisted that Netanyahu’s legal troubles were a result of politically-motivated persecution by law enforcement.
According to the Jerusalem Post, some 53% of right-wing voters said they would support Netanyahu remaining in office even if he is officially indicted following a pre-indictment hearing with the attorney-general. Just 18% of the 1,063 respondents said that the Prime Minister should resign if he is formally charged.
Voters also expressed a desire for the powers of the justice system to be curtailed in exchange for more power being placed in the hands of the governing apparatus. Indeed, some 74% of right-wing voters declared that a law, allowing the Knesset to override High Court of Justice decisions that strike down legislation, should be passed.
Respondents appear to be mirroring Netanyahu’s assertion that the three corruption cases brought against him are nothing more than political smear. In February, the Prime Minister said that the cases were an attempt “to topple the right-wing and raise the left to the premiership.”
“There is no other explanation,” he said, according to the Guardian.
Prior to April’s election, Netanyahu’s party, Likud, called the prosecution attempt “political persecution.”
“Unilateral publication of the attorney general’s announcement just a month before the elections, without giving the prime minister an opportunity to refute these false accusations, is a blatant and unprecedented intervention in the elections,” the party added in its statement.
Netanyahu is accused of engaging in bribery and colluding with the press in order to gain favorable coverage. The Prime Minister’s formal indictment hearing will take place in October, just a few weeks after the Israeli snap election, which is due to be held on September 17 after Netanyahu failed to form a governing coalition back in April.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu to Be Indicted for Bribery, Breach of Trust
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu Wins Re-Election despite Pending Criminal Indictment
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Anubis Press is excited to announce the release of AMERICAN CRYPTIC- TRUE STORIES OF THE STRANGE AND UNCANNY by author and filmmaker Jim Towns, now available on Kindle and in paperback.
Towns is best known for HOUSE OF BAD (2013), STATE OF DESOLATION (2020) and TV’s “66 HORROR FLIX”. His next film, 13 GIRLS, starring Sadie Katz, Daniel Roebuck, P.J Soles and Victoria De Mare, is currently in pre-production.
AMERICAN CRYPTIC is an open-minded cynic’s take on the uncanny and sometimes frightening things that border our accepted reality. Through thirteen stories and essays, author and filmmaker Jim Towns examines several legends native to his own roots in Western Pennsylvania, and recalls some of his own unexplainable experiences as well. From folk tales of Native American giants buried under great earth mounds, to a haunted asylum, to a phantom trolley passenger, this work seeks not only to present the reader with new and fascinating supernatural tales, but also to deconstruct why our culture is so fascinated by their telling and re-telling.

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Hall & Oates, Tears for Fears touring together, and stopping in Milwaukee
The pop singer-songwriters are doing a 29-date North American tour from May through July, including a Milwaukee stop at the BMO Harris Bradley Center May 13. They'll be joined by another dynamic duo that was big in the '80s, co-headliner Tears for Fears.
Hall & Oates had 16 top-10 hits from 1976 to 1988, including No. 1 singles "Rich Girl" and "Maneater," and was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 2014. Tears for Fears broke out in the U.S. with 1985's "Songs from the Big Chair" album, featuring enduring singles of the era "Shout" and "Everybody Wants to Rule the World."
Soulful singer-songwriter Allen Stone will open with an acoustic set.
Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. March 10 at the box office (1001 N. 4th St.), by calling (800) 745-3000 or visiting ticketmaster.com. Prices have yet to be announced.
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Wally Wood is one of the best comic book artists that ever lived. The more I study his work, the more admiration I have for his talent.
Wood is best known for his stories in EC's Weird Fantasy and Weird Science Fiction, but he was prolific and drew for other comic book publishers, too. Last year Vangaurd published Wood's non-EC science fiction work, Strange Worlds of Science Fiction (the book is out of print, but you can get copies for $57 and up on Amazon). Today, Vanguard released Eerie Tales of Crime & Horror: The Complete Non-EC 1950s Crime & Horror Comics of Wally Wood. This 200-page volume is a great deal at $23.
Vanguard Wally Wood Classics series follows the hit Strange Worlds of Science Fiction with Eerie Tales of Crime & Horror. From EC Comics to Witzend, Sally Forth, MAD, Daredevil, Mars Attacks, Cannon, T.H.U.N.D.E.R. Agents, and more, this Eisner Award Hall of Fame Talent is one of the most noted comic book creators ever. This volume of Vanguard's Wally Wood Classics collects for the first time ever, the complete non-EC 1950's crime and horror comics of Wallace Wood. Sensationalistic stories from vintage comics: Eerie, Atomic Spy Cases, Dark Mysteries, Crime Smashers, Witchcraft, Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, Mask of Fu Manchu.
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Forces of Geek has unearthed an amazing gem. To introduce it, they write: In the March 21st, Entertainment Weekly ran an article called In Search of Pop Culture’s Holy Grails, listing, “some hallowed projects (that) evade(d) our grasp. A guide to our great white whales.” Over two dozen, “lost” projects are listed. But in the […]
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What is malingering and how might it affect your claim?
July 07, 2020
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are common conditions among veterans. Those who suffer from these or related conditions might apply for VA disability benefits. Sometimes, however, these claims are denied. If this has happened to you, it is important to understand what malingering is and what it means for your disability claim.
The DSM-5 defines malingering as “intentional production of false or grossly exaggerated physical or psychological symptoms, motivated by external incentives such as avoiding military duty, avoiding work, obtaining financial compensation, evading criminal prosecution or obtaining drugs.”
Malingering is not a medical condition, nor is it a symptom of a medical condition. Rather, it is a behavior that doctors are trained to recognize. It may be noted in your medical records if a physician suspects that you have made up or exaggerated symptoms of PTSD or TBI.
There are three types of malingering. They are:
- Pure malingering — A patient fakes a disorder or illness that does not exist.
- Partial malingering — A patient knowingly exaggerates real symptoms of their illness or condition.
- False imputation — A patient attributes real symptoms to a cause that they know is not actually related. For example, someone could say that their TBI was sustained during their time in the military when it actually occurred after they were discharged.
Doctors sometimes use tests to detect malingering, such as the Structured Interview of Reported Symptoms (SIRS) and the Miller Forensic Assessment of Symptoms Test (M-FAST). They also may pick up on abnormal behaviors that lead them to suspect malingering. Some patients may overexaggerate their symptoms or talk too much about what they are experiencing in order to draw attention to it. Some behave in a way that they think will support their claim, such as acting unpredictably, but instead make the doctor suspicious.
One reason for malingering is to hack the VA’s disability rating system. Moderate PTSD automatically qualifies a veteran for 50 percent disability, while a TBI automatically qualifies for 30 or 40 percent. To get the higher rating, a veteran might misrepresent or embellish their TBI symptoms to be diagnosed with PTSD.
If you suffer from service-related PTSD or a TBI yet your VA disability claim has been denied because a doctor or the VA think that you are malingering, you could still potentially get the benefits you deserve. The attorneys of Legal Help for Veterans can help you find the best way to handle an appeal. Call our Northville, Michigan office at (800) 693-4800.


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Dr. Sameh Zakaria Lamiy MD and FACC is a male Emergency Medicine Specialist, has 17 years of experience and practices in Emergency Medicine, Internal Medicine, Cardiovascular Disease, Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology, Cardiology, and Cardiac Electrophysiology.
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The Sustainable Kingston Plan
Kingston has a vision: Kingston – Canada’s Most Sustainable City. A sustainable community is a place where people want to live and work; it meets the needs of its citizens, now and in the future. It is sensitive to the environment and reaches a higher quality of life.
The Sustainable Kingston Plan is an Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP). It is based on the cultural, ecnomic, social, and environmental pillars of sustainability (See Four Pillars).
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- It expresses our willingness to be specific about how we preserve, bolster, utilize and protect our cultural, economic, environmental and social resources so they will be enjoyed by future generations
- It acknowledges the Kingston community's profound concern with the current management of the Earth's natural and human resources
- It demonstrates our intention to become an example to other Canadian communities as they seek to become more sustainable
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1 cup plain flour
1½ cup Panko breadcrumbs
1¾ cups grated parmesan cheese
1 large eggplant, sliced into 5mm rounds
3 eggs lightly beaten
1 cup vegetable oil
1½ cups grated mozzarella
Preheat oven 180˚C. Season flour in a bowl. In another bowl, combine crumbs with ½ cup parmesan. Coat eggplant in flour, egg & then crumbs. Heat oil in a frying pan over a medium heat. Fry eggplant in batches, 2 mins each side, until golden.
Grease a 10 cup ovenproof dish. Mix remaining parmesan with mozzarella. Spoon 1⁄3 of sauce over base of dish. Top with half the eggplant & cheese. Repeat with 1⁄3 sauce & remaining eggplant. Finish with remaining sauce & cheese.
Bake 25-30 minutes, until golden and bubbles.
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April 4 (UPI) — Riverdale star K.J. Apa has been cast in Fox drama The Hate U Give in place of Kian Lawley who was fired from the film for using racial slurs.
Apa will be starring the film as the boyfriend of star Amandla Stenberg, Variety reported. Fox has ordered over a week of re-shoots in Atlanta to add Apa to the film. The Hate U Give, based on the Angela Thomas’ novel of the same name, explores race and police brutality.
Lawley, a YouTube star, was fired in February after a video surfaced of the actor using racial slurs.
“I respect Fox’s decision to recast this role for The Hate U Give as it is an important story, and it would not be appropriate for me to be involved considering the actions of my past. I understand the impact and I have grown and learned since then. From now on I plan to use my voice for positive change,” he said at the time.
The Hate U Give, from director George Tillman Jr., will follow Stenberg as a teen prep school student who witnesses a police officer murder her best friend. As Stenberg becomes more political, Apa’s character will realize how race impacts their relationship, Deadline reported.
Apa is best known for portraying Archie on Riverdale which was recently renewed for a third season. He is also set to star in film The Last Summer about a group of high schoolers spending summer together before heading off to college.


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I love the old Ottoman graveyards – the stateliness of the stones, the mystery of the old Ottoman script. Many of them are rather unkempt and have shifted through the years which makes them even more appealing to me.
Top and bottom – Eyup, Istanbul, Turkey
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Hispanic Heritage Festival comes to downtown Jackson Sept. 17
August 30, 2022
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with us! Jackson College invites the community to the first annual Hispanic Heritage Festival, set for Sept. 17 from 3-8 p.m. at True Community City Square, downtown Jackson.
Experience live music, salsa dance demonstrations, sample food from food vendors and explore the creativity of artisans.
“We wanted to spread the word about Hispanic Heritage Month to the larger Jackson community and surrounding areas,” said Jacob Inosencio, affinity liaison to the Latinx/Hispanic community.
It all begins at 3 p.m. with food vendors and artisans. A community salsa dance class will be held from 3:30-4:30 p.m. Band Grupo Amanecer performs at 5 p.m. D.J. Sonido Nopal will also provide music.
Grupo Amanecer is a Battle Creek band with six members. They have been together for about seven years, performing throughout Michigan. Their favorite genres are romantic Cumbias and ballads. It is interesting to note that the band’s name translates to Sunrise Group in English and represents a fresh start in music and band chemistry as each sunrise marks a new beginning.
All are welcome to this communitywide event to celebrate the culture, traditions and influences of Hispanic people.
The major donor is True Community Credit Union, with donors Inosencio and Fisk, Diversified Engineering & Plastics, and JD Auto Service and Repair. Event sponsors include the City of Jackson, Jackson College, Experience Jackson and JTV.
About Hispanic Heritage Month
The U.S. celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15. It is a time to recognize the many contributions, diverse cultures and histories of the American Latinx community. The month also celebrates the independence days of several Latin American countries and holidays, such as Virgin Islands-Puerto Rico Friendship Day.
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January 3, 2015
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Start off the new year with a new book. Why not make the first book you read in 2015 the Christian fantasy fiction novel Nephilim the Remnants. A medieval epic of faith, betrayal, and sacrifice.
A mythology of the last of the Nephilim- beings believed to be half man and half fallen angel, as they fight for and against mankind to rule the medieval lands. A great novel for youths and adults alike and sure to be a big hit in 2015!
Hand drawn illustrations of castles, characters, and maps aid in telling this amazing story which will not disappoint. If you like to read fantasy fiction then you’ll love the book Nephilim the Remnants.
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God Bless you in 2015 and have a Happy New Year!
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December 3, 2014
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Are you still looking for that special Christmas gift for the reader in your life? Or maybe a gift for yourself? Christian fantasy fiction novel Nephilim the Remnants is the perfect gift! A medieval epic of faith, betrayal, and sacrifice.
This mythology of the last of the Nephilim- beings believed to be half man and half fallen angel, as they fight for and against mankind to rule the medieval lands. A great novel for youths and adults alike and sure to be a big hit with your fantasy fiction readers. Hand drawn illustrations of castles, characters, and maps aid in telling this amazing story which will not disappoint. If you like to read fantasy fiction then you’ll love the book Nephilim the Remnants.
Make someone’s Christmas extra special this year and purchase Nephilim the Remnants here from one of the direct links to the right. You can even purchase Nephilim the Remnants as an e-book for any of your reading devices.
Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year this Holiday Season!
January 20, 2014
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November 25, 2012
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For one day only, we are giving away free ebook copies of Nephilim the Remnants as a Cyber Monday special! Starting Monday Nov. 26th, 2012 you can download a free copy of the ebook, Nephilim the Remnants, as a PDF file to be used on your Kindle, Nook, or any other e-reader devices. It is also compatible with iphones, ipads, computers, and more. But this special is for one day only! Don’t miss this opportunity to get this amazing ebook written & illustrated by David A. Henderson with over 100 illustrated images of characters, castles, weapons, and more! Not sure what Nephilim the Remnants is about? Here is your chance to find out. We are confident that you will enjoy this book and its compelling story of faith, betrayal, and sacrifice.
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November 9, 2012
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When I wrote this book, I thought to myself, how can just one person make a difference? Well, I realized that one person alone can not truly make a significant difference, but one person + God can make a huge impact in this world. So I’m trusting God for big things. Now, when God makes things happen, He usually involves other people. So, I am asking, if you would like to use the power of You + God to spread the word of Nephilim the Remnants.
I am not the best mathematician, but this equation stands the test of time: You + God = Limitless
Several people have asked me how they can help spread the word about Nephilim the Remnants, so here is how the power of You can make a real difference. And 90% of these are FREE to do or share with your friends.
The power of You:
- To pray for the book, Nephilim the Remnants. That its message of salvation will find its way into people’s hearts and that the book would encourage and inspire the faith of believers
- Share your review of the book: If you have read the book, give your review on Amazon.com or Barnes and Noble.com and Goodreads.com
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Nephilim the Remnants presents and proclaims the message of salvation through Jesus Christ our Lord in a very creative and entertaining way, so when you promote the book you are also promoting the Kingdom of God!
And Thank You to all those who are joining us in spreading the word!
October 10, 2012
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On the website Christian eBooks Today, Nephilim the Remnants is featured as their Reader’s Choice ebook. Christian eBooks Today is a site dedicated to spreading the word of God by connecting readers with eBooks from quality Christian authors. Christian eBooks Today believes, whether fiction or nonfiction, Christian ebooks can inspire readers in their faith and in their daily walk. It is an honor to have Nephilim the Remnants selected as their reader’s choice. Check it out at www.christianebookstoday.com
September 26, 2012
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August 13, 2012
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This week's X Factor was great. Some of the performances were iffy, but it was still great! And I noticed some things which we'll come onto in a bit. But first, the eliminated acts - Storm and Diva Fever. I thought both were better than Belle Ami, although neither as hot. I was sad to see both acts go. I like Storm because he's honest and a bit needy. And Diva Fever are just so much fun! Alas, they're gone. No more to be seen prancing on that over-expensive, over-designed, over-lit "stage". And I'm sad.
But a couple of things that were either noticed by myself or pointed out on Twitter made me smile - and, for a minute - forget the terrible result. I speak of the age-old phenomenon of the "celebrity lookalike".
Ladies and gentlemen, am I the only one who sees something other than "gorgeous, sexy teen with an attitude" when I look at Cher Lloyd? She has a face like Father Jack! Or a stroke victim's O-Face. DON'T JUDGE ME! You all see the resemblance now too! Admit it!
Her rapping, though is awesome. She's not got the best singing voice really, but she certainly knows how to put on a show. She's already a superstar in my eyes. She doesn't need to win to be this series' success story. Cher Lloyd is the future of British pop. She's rare. And there's another act who is very rare too. Aiden Grimshaw is rare. Even though he had a terrible show on Saturday - his vocal was difficult to listen to, since the song he sang could have been the making of him. It could have been his ticket to the finals...
Someone else who is almost certain to make it to the final show is Matt Cardle, hilariously compared - on Twitter - to "a thin Johnny Vegas". ONCE AGAIN! YOU SEE IT TOO! RIGHT?!
He has the voice of an angel! Matt, I mean, not Johnny Vegas. His song choices are not the greatest in my opinion, but he sings every song he gets with such emotion and authenticity that you cannot help but forget every other act while he's on... Oh, and there's John Adeleyeyeyeyeyeyeye who, lets face it, we ALL forget about before, during and after his performance. Lovely voice but there is NOTHING there. Just a bland, suited ballad-horn. And I blame Louis. I also blame Louis for Storm's departure, since Storm Lee has a great rock-n-roll voice and the commitment to go all the way. But he's been portrayed as a "School-of-Rock" style "rockstaaaah" - which he isn't, really...
It's a shame. Next week, things had better get more real or I'll be writing a letter addressed to ITV's X Factor Judge, Louis Walsh, to tell him he's a scheming, OTT toss-pot who needs to stop that sideways glance at the camera a split second before he gives his judicial opinion. I probably won't post it though.


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Do you love fireworks? If you do, you might be looking forward to the next big celebration, whether it’s Bonfire Night, Fourth of July, New Year’s Eve, or something else. But if you have a cat, you might also be worried about how they’ll react to the loud bangs and bright flashes.
You see, cats are not big fans of fireworks. Shocker, I know! In fact, they can be terrified of them. Fireworks can make cats feel stressed and anxious and even cause them to run away or hurt themselves. That’s why knowing how to keep your cat safe and calm during fireworks is important.
In this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about why cats are afraid of fireworks and what you can do to help them cope. We’ll also share some related topics that you might find interesting as a cat lover.
So, let’s get started!
Why Do Cats Hate Fireworks?
Cats are curious and adventurous creatures who like exploring their environment and discovering new things. But they also have a strong survival instinct and will react to anything that seems threatening or dangerous. This includes loud noises like thunder, vacuum cleaners, doorbells, and fireworks.
Cats have amazing hearing and can hear sounds that are too high-pitched or too low-pitched for us to hear. This means that fireworks can sound much louder and more scary to them than to us. Fireworks can also produce sudden flashes of light, smoke, and smells that can confuse and frighten cats.
When cats are scared of fireworks, they may show signs of stress and anxiety, such as:
- Hiding under the bed, in a closet, or in a cardboard box
- Pacing, panting, trembling, or drooling
- Meowing, hissing, or growling
- Scratching or biting furniture or objects
- Refusing to eat or drink
- Trying to escape or run away
- Having accidents outside the litter box
- Being more clingy or aloof than usual
These behaviors are normal and natural for cats scared of fireworks, but they can also affect their health and well-being if they last too long or too often. That’s why it’s important to help your cat calm down and feel safe during fireworks.
How to Keep Your Cat Safe and Calm During Fireworks
As a cat lover, you want to do everything you can to protect your cat from harm and discomfort. Here are some tips on how to keep your cat safe and calm during fireworks:
- Keep your cat indoors. This is the best way to prevent your cat from running away or getting injured by fireworks or other dangers. Make sure your cat has access to a safe hiding place where they can feel secure and comfortable. You can also give them a cozy bed, a blanket, a new toy, or a treat to distract them from the noise.
- Close the windows and curtains. This will help reduce the noise and the light from the fireworks. You can also play some soothing music or white noise to cover up the sound of the fireworks. Or you can turn on the TV or the radio to create some familiar background noise.
- Use a pheromone diffuser. Pheromones are natural chemicals that cats use to communicate with each other and mark their territory. A pheromone diffuser is a device that releases synthetic pheromones that mimic the ones that cats make when they feel relaxed and happy. You can plug in a pheromone diffuser in the room where your cat spends most of their time to create a calming effect.
- Don’t fuss over your cat. While you might want to comfort your cat by petting or talking to them, this might make them more nervous. Cats can sense your emotions and might think that there’s something wrong if you act differently than usual. Instead, act normally and calmly around your cat and let them come to you if they want attention.
- Don’t punish your cat. If your cat does something bad during fireworks, such as scratching or peeing outside the litter box, don’t scold them or yell at them. This will only make them more stressed and scared. Remember that your cat is not doing it on purpose or to annoy you but because they’re afraid and acting on instinct. Instead of punishing your cat, try to understand their feelings and give them positive reinforcement.
- Talk to your vet. If your cat is very afraid of fireworks and none of the above tips work, you might want to consider using medication to help them cope. There are different types of medication that can help reduce anxiety and stress in cats, such as sedatives, anti-anxiety drugs, or natural remedies. But you should never give your cat any medication without talking to your vet first. Your vet will be able to prescribe the right dose and frequency for your cat and monitor their health and side effects.
If you liked this article, you might also like these related topics:
- Are dogs afraid of fireworks? Dogs are also likely to be scared of fireworks, and they might show similar signs of stress and anxiety as cats. But dogs might also bark, whine, or howl in response to the noise. You can use the same tips as above to keep your dog safe and calm during fireworks, but you might also want to use a crate or a leash to prevent them from escaping or hurting themselves.
- How to update your cat’s microchip. If your cat is microchipped, it’s a good idea to update your contact details regularly, especially before the fireworks season. This way, if your cat does get out of the house and gets lost, you’ll have a better chance of finding them and bringing them home. You can update your cat’s microchip online or by contacting the microchip company directly.
- How to hire a cat sitter. If you’re planning to go out during the fireworks season, you might want to hire a cat sitter to look after your cat while you’re away. A cat sitter is a professional who will visit your home and take care of your cat’s needs, such as feeding, playing, grooming, and cleaning. A cat sitter can also provide some company and comfort for your cat during stressful times. You can find a reliable cat sitter online or by asking for recommendations from your friends or vet.
Fireworks can be a source of fear and anxiety for many cats, who have sensitive hearing and are easily startled by loud noises. But there are many ways to help your cat cope with the fireworks season and keep them safe and calm. By following the tips in this article, you can make sure that your cat has a happy and peaceful time during the festive holidays that we enjoy.
We hope you enjoyed this article and learned something new about cats and fireworks. If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to leave them below. We’d love to hear from you!
Thanks for reading! 🐱

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Rock River Arms is a company more well known for their AR-platform rifles, but at SHOT Show this year the company was showing off their polymer-framed 1911 pistol again. First displayed 2 years ago as a concept pistol, and possibly to determine market interest, it appears that RRA is ready to bring the polymer framed 1911 to market. Called the 1911 Poly this pistol aims to combine the proven 1911 design, with the lightweight benefits of modern polymer. The company is marketing the 1911 Poly as a modern twist on a timeless design.
The 1911 Poly floor models were kept in a glass enclosed box for added security, but the RRA reps were willing to allow onlookers a closer look as long as one of them was present during the examination. Casually looking at the 1911 Poly it has all the sleek features of the famous John Browning design. Closer examination reveals some of the enhancements that Rock River Arms has included standard.
To answer any questions of durability by pairing a 4140 steel slide with a polymer frame on the powerful .45 ACP, RRA has included a steel insert embedded into the polymer frame. Magazines will be 7-shot steel with a slightly extended polymer base with angled front. The slide serrations will be slightly angled forward. Although not provided, it appears that the other dimensions of the 1911 Poly will be in line with the original 1911 design.
Handling the 1911 Poly on the SHOT Show floor I felt the weight distribution was still balanced, just with a lighter weight package. Grip and thumb safeties were easily manipulated and sure. The 1911 Poly is listed with a 4.5 lb. trigger pull. With the hammer cocked that pull felt like it dropped to 2 lbs. or even lighter. Trigger pull was very smooth, and the break was positive and crisp.
Here are the 1911 Poly standard features:
- Barrel Length – 5.0 inches
- Twist Rate – 1:16 Left hand twist
- Barrel Material – Chrome Moly
- Frame – Polymer along with mainspring housing
- Slide – Steel with Parkerized finish, steel frame insert
- Grips – RRA over-molded rubber with textured front and rear panels – variety of color options
- Trigger – Aluminum speed trigger with 3-hole machined design
- Trigger Pull Weight – 4.5 lbs.
- Hammer – Commander style
- Safeties – Beavertail grip safety, extended thumb safety
- Sights – Dovetail front and rear
- Magazine – (1) 7-round
- Weight – 2.04 pounds
- MSRP – TBA, but has been suggested to be around $800
The 1911 Poly will ship with the recognizable Rock River Arms French Blue hard back gun case. In 2012 RRA showed the 1911 Poly coming with what appeared to be an IMI Defense polymer holster, double magazine case, and ammunition loader, but it was unclear if those options will be a part of the current 1911 Poly package as only the pistols were shown.
Rock River Arms is planning on releasing the 1911 Poly in 2014, but an exact release date has not been announced. Some 1911 fans are sure to feel that bringing polymer to the time-proven 1911 design is a bad thing, but on the other side there may be those who see the design as a natural progression using the latest materials available to the market. What do you think?


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College bosses have been left baffled after receiving a 'Requires Improvement' grade from Ofsted, despite being rated 'Good' in six out of eight assessment areas.
Inspectors praised West Kent and Ashford College's quality of teaching, learning and assessment, effectiveness of leadership and management, personal development, behaviour and welfare and 16-19 study programmes after visiting the two sites in October.
The report highlighted how leaders have worked to re-establish links with the local and business community, and have helped improve the reputation of the college with nearby communities around both main sites.
This has resulted in an increasing number of students studying at the college after several years of declining numbers.
However, bosses were left scratching their heads after being graded 'Requires Improvement' overall, despite the largely positive feedback.
The grade profile is understood to be unprecedented among inspections on further education colleges.
Nevertheless, this rating demonstrated substantial progress from a previous inspection in 2013, when the college was branded 'Inadequate'.
Ofsted concluded that too many students aged 16 to 18 on level one and three diploma courses leave their course early and do not achieve their qualifications and that too few apprentices make the progress expected of them.
It also found results in GCSE Maths was too low and that too few assessors plan apprentices’ on and off-the-job training in consultation with employers.
However, bosses said they were frustrated to be told they require improvement in Outcomes for Learners, after Ofsted's chief inspector recently proposed less focus on headline data and reducing the weight on outcomes for students in inspections from September 2019.
Amanda Spielman's comments last month were welcomed by the college, which says it backs the notion that performance data should not come at the expense of quality teaching and learning.
Lindsay Pamphilon, group vice principal for Quality, Standards and Performance, said: “The college is delighted that teaching, learning and assessment is now judged to be good at West Kent and Ashford college, confirming the quality of experience that students receive whilst studying here.
"It is rewarding that the vast majority of our programmes – for 16-19 year olds, adults and students with additional needs – have been recognised as being Good.”
A spokesperson added: "Both the governors and senior management team of the college welcomed Ofsted’s recognition of these improvements, but expressed confusion with the overall grade of Requires Improvement, especially since the majority of grades were Good."