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My husband and I didn’t properly learn to cook until we moved to Germany from Detroit in 2004. We could both turn on a stove and boil pasta or bake up a box of brownie mix, but we didn’t really bother with technique and innovation until we were away from home. If we craved something, we had to learn to make it. And I got quite good at researching. I started off just using search engines, but I began noticing frequent results from some food blogs and reference sources that just fit my palate and skill range. So I’d collect appealing recipes from those trusted sources and generate monthly lists of links.
The thing is, though, I’ve been doing this for quite a while now, so I’ve got a heap of recipes the size of K-2. I mentioned my weird fixation to folks I often interact with on Twitter and they suggested turning it into a newsletter, so this is going to be a digest of the 8+ years of recipe roundups idling in my e-mail. I’ll only post things that I’ve tried myself, made with ingredients I can get or have a proven workaround for.
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The Washington Nationals opened the 2008 season and their new ballpark with a win tonight over the Atlanta Braves, 3-2. With two outs in the bottom of the ninth Washington’s Ryan Zimmerman called it a night with a walk-off home run over the center field wall. Jon Rauch, who surrended the tying run in the top of hte 9th, was the winning pitcher for the Nats; Zimmerman victim Peter Moylan took the loss for the Braves.
Washington got to Braves’ starter Tim Hudson early, scoring two runs in the first, but Hudson regained control retiring 19 of the next 20 batters he faced. Cristan Guzman and Nick Johnson scored the other two runs for the Nationals, while Chipper Jones homered for Atlanta. Odalis Perez got the opening start for Washington: not bad considering he didn’t have a job two months ago.


In the lobby of the hotel where we stayed during the recording sessions, there was this big wooden elephant. This elephant became a kind of symbolic for how it felt like to be reunited and playing together again as a band after almost 14 years.
People say that an elephant never forgets. And like the proverbial elephant our band discovered its own collective memory during the two days of our stay in Antwerp. We didn’t need a single sheet of music. Right from the first note it popped back into our heads and we played the tunes as if it was only yesterday!


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The Government will provide an initial $84,200 to assist the drought relief efforts of Hawke's Bay farmers and horticulturalists, Agriculture Minister Lockwood Smith announced today.
Dr Smith will also consult with Social Welfare Minister Roger Sowry on whether to recommend to Cabinet that it extend the Rural Sector Assistance Programme to Hawke's Bay. The Government announced the criteria for this programme on 1 April, when it made it available to farmers in Marlborough and North Canterbury.
The $84,200 in funding announced today is below that sought by Federated Farmers for drought relief efforts in the Hawke's Bay but is more per week than that provided to Marlborough and North Canterbury. The level of funding will be reviewed in June, as the Government recognises that the lateness of the drought may make wintering capital stock particularly difficult and costly in the Hawke's Bay.
The $84,200 will be used to help fund the local drought relief office ($35,700), purchase technical and counselling services ($28,500) and provide donations to the Federated Farmers community trust ($15,000) and the East Coast Rural Support Trust ($5,000).
In addition, MAF has other initiatives planned to assist horticulturalists to work through the drought.
"Like the assistance provided to Marlborough and North Canterbury, the Government's funding is designed to help farmers coordinate and manage their response to the drought, protect animal welfare and support families dealing with the incredible stress that the drought has caused," Dr Smith said. "It is not a handout to business."
Dr Smith also commended the Hawke's Bay Regional Council and the Hastings, Wairoa and Central Hawke's Bay district councils for their support or pledges of support for the drought relief effort.
Today's announcement brings the Government's direct expenditure on drought assistance this year to $254,700. In addition, the cost of the Rural Sector Assistance programme in Marlborough and North Canterbury alone is expected to be $690,000, and the army has also incurred costs. Dr Smith is expected to receive a request for assistance from Wairarapa/Tararua farmers shortly.


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Oh yea, I’m very thankful to be down here. I woke up today to clear skies, a great view of Sumaco Volcano which is halfway between our cabins on the Rio Quijos and Tena. I think I can speak for our group this week that they are thankful to be here as well. Yesterday at […]
I’ve been here in Ecuador for almost a month and Don for two weeks and we just finished our first trip. Before the trip we were doing all the usual stuff like visiting local buddies, stocking the bar at Cabanas Tres Rios, volunteering to help with the first river festival of the season on the […]

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Meals and incidental expenses | definition of meals and incidental expenses by Medical dictionary
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meals and incidental expenses An “expenses rate” determined by the location of a traveller's temporary duty (TDY) assignment (the location/destination where the traveller actually performs TDY travel).
The meals portion covers expenses for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Incidental expenses include fees and tips to hotel staff, laundry, dry-cleaning or pressing of clothing, transportation between places of lodging/business and places where meals are taken, and telephone calls necessary to reserve lodging accommodations. Specifically excluded are alcoholic beverages and entertainment expenses, and any expenses incurred for other persons.
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Of this amount the IRS disallowed 2.7 cents a mile based on another sentence in the revenue procedure: It says when a per diem is paid only for meals and incidental expenses
, the amount treated as paid for food and beverages is the lesser of the actual per diem or the federal M&IE rate.
The 2003 per-diem rate for locations not specifically listed is $55 for lodging and $30 for meals and incidental expenses
(M&IE).The rates are generally updated in the fall.
The Tax Court rejected this argument and said the revenue procedure may apply to three distinct situations: when a traveling employee pays (1) only for meals, (2) for both meals and incidental expenses
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Déjà vu(already seen) is a French loanword expressing when a person has done something and they experience the same feelings or the feeling that one has lived through the present situation before.
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Research has associated déjà vu experiences with good memory functions. Recognition memory enables people to realize the event or activity that they are experiencing has happened before.
When people experience déjà vu, they may have their recognition memory triggered by certain situations which they have never encountered.
Jamais vu (never seen) is any familiar situation which is not recognized by the observer. jamais vu involves a sense of eeriness and the observer's impression of seeing the situation for the first time despite rationally knowing that they have been in the situation before.
Jamais vu is more commonly explained as when a person momentarily does not recognize a word, person or place that they already know. Jamais vu is sometimes associated with certain types of aphasia.
Theoretically, a jamais vu feeling in a sufferer of a delirious disorder or intoxication could result in a delirious explanation of it, such as in the Capgras delusion, in which the patient takes a known person for a false double or impostor.
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Last night I heard a beautiful piece-Chanson Triste, composed by Henri Du Parc in 1868. It was written for piano and voice (without words, though), but last night I heard it performed on cello and piano, by unknown artists and of unknown origin. It’s something I wouldn’t mind playing when taking a left turn in a certain burgundy Valiant…
Has anyone out there heard this piece done in cello and piano? I can only seem to find orchestral versions, or piano and voice, or worse-some lousy bullshit by Tchaikovsky. As the song suggests, I am sad. Only, however, because I cannot find the version I desire.
I’ve learned quite a bit about Henri, his predilection for hamsters and olive oil and this, his first piece and that’s all well and good, but I really just want a recording of it in cello and piano, especially not in voice as that addition seems to change the character of the piano in every version I’ve found. Pianists must react differently to voice accompaniment than to another instrument. The piece was married to several lyrics as I understand it, but this poem from L'Illusion, published in 1875 by Jean Lahor seems to be the accepted combination:
Moonlight slumbers in your heart
Moonlight slumbers in your heart,
A gentle summer moonlight,
And to escape the cares of life
I shall drown myself in your light.
I shall forget past sorrows,
My sweet, when you cradle
My sad heart and my thoughts
In the loving calm of your arms.
You will rest my poor head,
Ah! sometimes on your lap,
And recite to it a ballad
That will seem to speak of us;
And from your eyes full of sorrow,
From your eyes I shall then drink
So many kisses and so much love
That perhaps I shall be healed.
I don’t especially like this translation from the French, but cannot find a full translation of my preferred version where the second stanza, line 4 reads;
In the tender calm of your arms
and the final stanza, third line;
So many kisses and tenderness
Which, in keeping with the rest of the poem, merely paints a portrait of love, or what may seem to be for one whose life is in turmoil and seeks comfort in the arms of another; allowing us to draw our own conclusions-but that’s just me and I occasionally listen to The Butthole Surfers, so what do I know?
Anyway, this happens to be the best rendition I can find. The piano isn’t quite right, but the woman has a wonderful voice, dammit.


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Taking a break from social media or just a hacker's mischief, netizens are racking their brains over mystery of singer Taylor Swift's blank Internet accounts. The Shake it off singer has deleted all her posts in all of her accounts, including the profile pictures. Her official website is a black blank page too.
It is interesting to note that just before her Internet blackout, Tay came out of hiding after the infamous feud with Kim Kardashian to fight a lawsuit against former DJ David Mueller, who allegedly groped her in 2013. She won the trial and also made an donation to an organisation supporting survivors of sexual assault. However, in spite of the win, Swift has gone radio silent.
Many are betting on this being a hacker's handiwork, which may seem plausible since Swift is not one to keep things private. The singer has made a fortune crooning about painful break-ups with her famous lovers.
Several others are terming the move as Taylor's attempt to have a fresh start, especially after the Kardashian-West drama. What do you think?
Taylor Swift is NOT playing anymore. Her new era is upon us!— Music News & Facts (@Musicnews_feeds) August 18, 2017
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This is probably an unknowable thing, for now and maybe forever, even for smart insiders and Kremlinologists who try to analyze what happens at James Dolan's Madison Square Garden - where the Knicks have won exactly one playoff round since Dolan became the big basketball boss of the place - and why it happens, and keeps happening: If it was Phil Jackson's plan all along to do this kind of tear-down at the Garden, why did Jackson spend $124 million on Carmelo Anthony before starting the process? You read all the things Jackson says now, lamenting the sad state of individual play in pro basketball, and wonder how he can possibly rationalize those opinions, obviously deeply felt, and still decide to build a winning basketball team around Anthony, now whining to his weepy friends, in and out of the media, about how he feels betrayed by Jackson. Comment?
Justise Winslow waits to be interviewed after being selected 10th overall by the Miami Heat during the NBA basketball draft, Thursday, June 25, 2015, in New York. Here were some of Justise Winslow's very first words as the newest member of the Miami Heat on Thursday night: "I'm going to play with Dwyane Wade and learn from one of the greatest." Comment?
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I feel like I'm on a roll this month! Last night I finished the quilt that I made with the 5th grade class I work with. I brought my sewing machine into school and each child made a block for the quilt. Once the sewing was done, they traced their hands onto the blocks and colored them in. I put the quilt together and was going to have them tie it. However...thanks to Bonnie and Judy I got the Baptist Fans template from Circle Lord and decided to use that. I quilted it yesterday, put on the binding and hand sewed it down last night and now I can't wait to bring it to school and see the kids' faces when I show it to them!
This was the second quilt I did with the Baptist Fans...hopefully I'll finish hand sewing the binding on that one tonight so I can share it tomorrow!

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Commission of Inquiry into the Sponsorship Program and Advertising Activities
Witnesses: Steven MacKinnon, Hervé Rivet
Doug Mitchell (Counsel for the Liberal Party of Canada) conducts direct examination of Steven MacKinnon (National Director of the Liberal Party of Canada) and Hervé Rivet (Director General of the Quebec wing of the Liberal Party of Canada), asking them about the organizational structure and financial situation of the Quebec wing of the federal Liberal Party. Commission Counsel Bernard Roy cross-examines the witnesses and the Commissioner hears a request by Arthur Hamilton (Counsel for the Conservative Party of Canada) to pose questions.


text: Ever since Lisa Childs read her first romance novel (a Harlequin of course) at age eleven, all she ever wanted to be was a romance writer. Now an award winning, best-selling author of nearly fifty novels for Harlequin, Lisa is living the dream. Lisa loves to hear from readers who can contact her on Facebook, through her website www.lisachilds.com or snail mail address PO Box 139, Marne, MI 49435. USA TODAY Bestselling Author Barb Han lives in N. Texas with her husband, three beautiful children and a spunky Golden Retriever/Poodle mix. She loves romance novels, thriller movies, and cooking. Her favorite hobbies include hiking, swimming, and skiing.


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My spirit-guides are real beings that accompany me on my journey. Those creatures who love me unconditionally and I love them back just as deeply. Bright lights to follow, following me, helping me to recognize myself as the light where I am made of. The whole home is present and sensible in every glimpse of it. Honored and thankful I move, a lovedrunk dance through some moments of endless freedom. Radiating on the same frequency as the ones I attracted. I can remember the moments when I lived on my own and had just lost who I thought was the love of my forever. I felt like a mum without a family, yet it felt like they were there already. My daughter was very present at forest walks, there was her sweetness in the sky. With taking care of myself I took care of them.. I bought a CD with children's mantra's and experienced the light we would share.. In this other parallel reality.. My future, my precious now. We are a little cloud of fireflies in the night. More specifically lights from the light, in love with the one!

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SA needs social cohesion and a new social compact
It is by now quite clear that South Africa is facing enormous challenges. Nationally and locally. At the Centre for Public Witness, we believe that there is a need to focus on two issues in particular, namely a new social compact (contract) and increased social cohesion. Both cases form the basis for many other forms of recovery, such as our fight against poverty and a struggling economy, as well as (violent) crime.
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Barry Gibb isn’t the only one offering advice to Justin Bieber these days. Miley Cyrus had a few words of wisdom to share with her fellow pop star when she appeared on “The Tonight Show” Thursday.
“You know what, you’ve got a lot of money. Pay people to make sure you don’t get in trouble, and party at your house,” she told Jay Leno after he asked if she had advice for her pal. “Buy a house, and add a club to it.”
The 21-year-old added that her fans recently put up a list of all kinds of celebrity mug shots on the Internet, and noted hers was not among them.
“I get the most flak out of anybody,” she said. “But I’m not doing anything illegal! I’m doing a lot of s— … but I’m not doing anything illegal, so that’s all right. Everything I do is legal in California.”
Still, Cyrus’ headline-making abilities come to her naturally. Once, as a toddler, she wandered onto the set of a talk show where her dad, Billy Ray Cyrus, was doing an interview. And of course, Leno had a clip of that first-ever TV appearance.
It’s not to be missed. Not only does Miley know to respond to the audience’s applause with applause of her own, she brought out her “boyfriend,” as her dad calls the doll — a strangely lifelike Willie Nelson — in her pink stroller. Later, when Dad asks Miley to “do her eyes,” she has a trick all ready where she rolls them to one side.
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Those of you who follow me on Facebook probably saw that I spent Christmas week in the Cook Islands. Where? Yeah, that’s what I said when my friend Eric (the same Eric who let me stay at his cabin last summer) said he and his fiancée were planning a beach wedding during the holidays. I had to google it. I’ll save you the trouble: it’s in the middle of the Pacific, thousands of miles from anywhere you’ve heard of. You know New Zeland? Kind of in that neighborhood… but not really. You fly Air New Zeland to get there, and the locals, who are Polynesian, speak English with that charming Kiwi accent and use New Zeland money (except for their odd little triangular coins, which are guaranteed not to roll under the couch when you drop them).
But as you’re flying to Rarotonga, the big island in the Cooks, you realize you are in the middle of f-ing nowhere. It’s a good 2,000 miles from New Zeland, or roughly the distance from New York to Albuquerque. The whole island is 20 miles around – you can bike it in about 2 ½ hours, including a beer break – and spiked with soaring, jungle-shrouded mountains, a la Jurassic Park. You half expect velociraptors to greet you at the airport. Instead, you get a sweet old man in a straw hat who plays the ukulele and sings for every arriving flight.
It’s that kind of place. It’s basically a small town (15,000 population) surrounded by thousands of miles of ocean. Which would drive me to anti-psychotics in about a month. But the first thing I noticed on Rarotonga is that these were the happiest, most chill collection of people I think I’ve ever met.
I can say that because I went Christmas shopping there. I live in a pretty chill town, but even Austinites get a typical American case of the crazies during the Christmas shopping season. They’re still polite in the mosh pits at the stores, but you can see the glint in people’s eyes, that cornered animal look that comes when they feel that someone’s gonna beat them to the last Ice Skating Elsa Doll west of the Mississippi.
Not on Rarotonga. After the wedding party got settled into our sweet beachfront resort and we all ate and drank ourselves catatonic for a few days, I decided it would be a good idea to get my Christmas shopping done. On Christmas Eve. So I hopped the local bus (they have two routes, “clockwise” and “counterclockwise.” Impossible to get lost there) to town and dove into the whirling Polynesian shopping throng.
The shops on Rarotonga were hopping on Christmas Eve. Jammed parking lots, lines at the counters, shoppers squeezing past each other to fondle hand-painted sarongs and black pearl earrings – the whole holiday scene, island-style. They even had decorations with Santa and the sleigh and reindeer — in a place that saw its last snow during the last ice age. It was cheery in a contextually jarring sort of way.
The thing is, nothing felt rushed or chaotic or stressful. The islanders were all smiling, relaxed… busy as hell, but completely unflustered by any of it. A woman at the cash register offered to help me pick out sarongs (and leave her post when people were lining up). “Aren’t you slammed?” I asked. “Nah, it’s fine, it’ll all get done,” she said. Nobody glared or rolled their eyes or anything. This is a special place.
It’s worth noting that this was my first Christmas away from my family. In my life. That was strange by itself, but even stranger was spending the holiday in the muggy, drizzly near-silence of a small tropical island that had shut down for the day. Peaceful, but disorienting. I was thinking about my family back in Texas: dad feeding logs into the fire, my niece and nephew tearing into what was surely an obscenely large stack of gifts. I felt very, very far away all of a sudden (which it was: 5,500 miles to be precise).
I went for a short bike ride. Ate at the resort restaurant for the 14th time. Read my book (aptly, it was Bill Bryson’s I’m a Stranger Here Myself). Waited for the hours to pass until the wedding the following day.
The wedding was storybook pretty and surf casual. I’ve never walked barefoot through sand at a wedding, but I consider it my karmic payback for all those toe-pinching tux shoes I wore in I don’t know how many weddings. Eric and Sarah got married on a little island just across the lagoon from the resort. We all packed into a glass-bottomed boat for the 3 ½ minute voyage through three-foot-deep water, hopped out, waited for the bride’s flotilla to arrive (bearing Sarah and her sarong-wrapped bridesmaids). The whole thing took maybe 15 minutes, then the ukulele serenade began, we all piled back into the boats and proceeded to eat and drink ourselves buggy again while Paul, our local friend/ambassador, tried to teach a group of drunken Americans how to dance like a Cook Islander.
And that’s how the week ended, with a lot of knees and elbows and feet twisting and thrusting in unfamiliar positions while a deejay played typical American wedding fare (yes, including “You better shape up” from the Grease soundtrack) and we downed Matutu lagers and the sun set over the lagoon way out in the middle of the Pacific Ocean.
I think I was hung over all the way to Los Angeles.


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Magdaragat Philippines Inc. has done it again, captivating the audience with the magic on stage.
The repertoire presents the Filipino culture thru the medium of dances and songs: and it is more than a poetry in living colours!
And added to the magic is the special performance of “Iskwelahang Munti Rondalla” from Boston, Mass., elevating the rondalla music into an enjoyable and engaging performance.
Catch the spirit of hospitality of the Pearl of Orient Pavilion, now at St. Petrus Hall, Inkster Blvd. and Brookside.
Experience the lilting and nostalgic songs, enjoy watching the dances from the various regions in the Philippines. Savour the mouth watering adobo and pancit, to mention a few; share the hands-on experience at the cultural displays and do not forget to buy Philippine souvenirs…come as a guest and leave as a friend. Mabuhay!
Photos by Star Roxas, Bryan Mesias and Ron Cantiveros | Filipino Journal


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He followed the trail of an outlaw...
In rough-and-tumble Arizona Territory, the desert sun burned hotter than Pinkerton agent Gabriel Winter's need to bring an elusive stagecoach robber to justice. There, he quickly encountered a formidable obstacle—Megan Kearney, the suspect's daughter. He wondered how such a rare beauty had avoided marriage in a town crawling with bachelors...Until he discovered she was holding out for true love. On top of that, the spitfire spinster hotly defended her father's innocence. For some reason, Gabriel wanted to believe not just her naïve claims about her father, but her outlandish romantic notions as well. Still, no outlaw had ever slipped through his fingers, and he wasn't about to risk that hard-earned reputation for the pleasures promised in Megan's fiery gaze...
Into the arms of a forbidden woman
Megan had to find her father before Gabriel did—which meant monitoring his every move. Accompanying him amid the saloons and brothels crowding Tucson's dusty streets, Megan intended to clear her father's name—even if it meant using her feminine wiles to charm the city slicker detective. She would prove that the maddeningly self-assured Gabriel had underestimated her resolve. But Megan soon discovered that she had underestimated the powerful feelings one man could arouse in a heart that ached for passion...and everlasting love.
"Lawman is an outstanding historical. If you don't grab this one, you will be missing an incredible read!" —Patricia White, Under the Covers Book Reviews
"Highly recommended! An imaginative novel complete with delightful characters and a scintillating plot. Lisa Plumley's name on the cover always guarantees a good read."—Kathee S. Card, Under the Covers Book Reviews
"A fast-moving story filled with a delightful cast of characters... readers will be captivated by this book!" —WCRG on AOL Reviewer Board
"Ms. Plumley's gift for creating unique, compelling characters shines through in this rollicking western adventure. A truly inspired work from one of the genre's finest writers." —Rendezvous
"An entertaining western romance! The partnership, conflict, and growing love shared by Gabriel and Megan will turn this tale into a sure fan-favorite." —Harriet Klausner, BookBrowser
"Lawman provides entertainment at its finest. It's what romantic dreams are made of, and Ms. Plumley is a top-notch author whose unique storytelling ability is a blessing to romance readers everywhere." —Old Book Barn Gazette
"A feisty, fast-talking heroine and a stalwart, stubborn hero in a rollicking western adventure sure to tickle one's fancy! From beginning to end, this exuberant tale is a winner guaranteed to please. So sit back, savor and enjoy!" —Romance Communications
"Lisa Plumley has a wonderful flair for writing romance and creating marvelous characters, and Lawman will leave readers craving her next western adventure." —Bookbug On The Web
"Ms. Plumley sets intrigue and romance together along with two strong-minded and unforgettable characters... an entertaining read!" —Romantic Times
Previously published by Kensington Publishing. This edition published by the author.
This is the worst Lisa Plumley book I have ever read. The characters couldn’t be less appealing. The dialogue . . . amateurish. I finally had to give up about a quarter way through the book and then only after skimming most of those pages in hopes that the story would miraculously improve further into the book. It didn’t. 👎🏻
Not worth the download! The story went round and round with no depth or substance. I skimmed most of it and couldn't bring myself to finish the last 50 pages. The dialog was so bizarre and broken up by bipolar-like thoughts. I'm not even sure whether the main characters liked one another or not.

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How could this happen? Fadima Sahindal, 26, was killed by her father in Sweden on January 21, 2002. This murder was not the result of sudden insanity, a scuffle between two people or an accidental murder because of a father's 'excessive violence'. In cold blood using a pistol and another murder weapon, a father had been planning and looking for an opportunity to kill his daughter since 1998. It is shocking but true. Why? What had Fadima done? Her crime was nothing but behaving in an un-Islamic manner. She had killed no one, had robbed nobody and had not hurt or abused anyone or anything.
Unfortunately, Fadima was born in an Islamic family. The unfortunate Sarah, 15, and Pela, 19, were also victims of Islam and were killed under similar circumstances. Many are familiar with the deaths of
Fadima, Sarah and Pela in Sweden, but the death of thousands upon thousands of Fadimas behind closed doors in religious and Islam-ridden societies by their family members goes unreported. The enormity of the catastrophe of the killing of girls by Islamic families is a lot more than the few that are reported.
What is this belief, ideology, religion, culture and morality that turns a father into a professional murderer, who can take the life of his own daughter? Is it not the case that a child is most precious for her parents? How could one be so cruel to use a gun on one's own daughter?
It is true! One cannot say this is an act committed only by animals. Animals would not do this to their offspring. This can only be committed by Islamic beasts. This is what religion and Islam does to reason, feelings and human thought. Religion is a repulsive reflection of humanity's alienation. Religion is a dangerous, hidden weapon. This weapon has been busy killing for many centuries.
Read the Koran without any 'made up' interpretations. See if it will not invite you to kill your daughter, wife, child, foreigners and non-believers? Read the Koran; if you follow its call and believe in its values and direction and do what it preaches, will it not turn you into a dangerous and brainless beast that plans for three years to kill his daughter and commit such a horrendous crime? Performing Islamic law in the private and social domain is a dangerous and hidden weapon that no one will be arrested for its possession.
The reality is that the mind and affection of a father like Fadima's father has already been destroyed by the most dangerous of weapons, i.e. religion. Islam before anything else kills one's humanity, intelligence, reason and affection and leaves one as a savage and sick animal. The reality is that Islam killed Fadima, Sarah and Pela.
Islam must be deposed of. Humanity does not need such venom. Humanity does not need such murderous religious beliefs. If communists are anti-religion and anti-Islam, it is because they appreciate the destructive power of such a naked weapon and because of their deep humanity. Religion is the opium of the masses, a reflection of their alienation and venom that must be deposed.

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We're excited and proud to launch Thingiverse Apps. Learn More about what this means to you.
Printable gondola mod for a Polargraph (drawbot by Sandy Noble aka Euphy) to enable simple quick pen release. Based on Polargraph Gondola Dealywhopper by Dealywhopper.
This is designed to fit the standard gondola that is supplied by Sandy with the Polargrpah kit.
1 Print it.
2 Remove wooden ring on the end of the gondola (if you used it).
3 Push new part onto brass tube, ring end first, hard up against plastic spacer ring.
4 slide spring clip into slot.
5 Add a couple of rubber bands on each side of the clip to improve grip (depending on your pen size).
6 Insert pen!
You may need to file or sand the inside of the ring a little to get a good fit. Conversley, if the ring doesn't grip the tube adequately, either glue or add some masking tape or similar to the end of the tube.
If the slot is too tight, just run a mini hacksaw down it.
Tested with Tombo, ZIG and Sharpies.
Yaaay! my first Thing!
Polargraph Gondola Mod by JinjaBeardy is licensed under the Creative Commons - Attribution - Share Alike license.
So what's this mean?
We're sure JinjaBeardy would love to see what you've printed - take a photo and share it on Thingiverse as a Make.
To post a Make simply visit this Thing again and click I Made One to start uploading your photo. You can also download the Thingiverse Mobile app (available via Google Play and Apple App Store) to take a photo and upload your Make right from the app!

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Saturday, November 21, 2009
Three articles were updated with information from The Gathering Storm today:
Ages of the Characters
Likely ages for eight characters were added, including Captain Chubain, Harine and Hurin.
Most of the entries were for Siuan and Bryne, although there was one for Rand.
Three new numbers were added and some others were augmented.
All further information is under the spoiler alert.
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The Stewartville Backpack Camp at Black Diamond Mines Regional Park offers a furrific place to enjoy nature, view wildlife, and learn a little mining history. There's room for about 20 people at this group site along with pit toilets and non-potable water for horses. You'll have to hike a few miles from a staging area to reach the campground. Due to limited space, you can only stay here for two consecutive nights during spring, summer, and fall. Campers must make reservations at least five days ahead of time. There's a park entrance fee of $5 per night.
There's a parking lot at the Somersville Staging Area about 2.3 miles northwest of the backpack site. From here, you can take the Miners and Stewartville Trails to the group area. Once you set up camp, take advantage of the trails in the area. Hike through the grassland and trees and watch for a variety of wildlife. There are deer, fox, and over 100 bird species here. You'll also want to stay alert for coyotes, mountain lions, and bobcats on your trek. Some spots to visit as you hike include the Powder Magazine, Eureka Slope, and Prospect Tunnel.
If you're coming here for an overnight, you'll have to leave your furry pal at home. Dogs are only allowed to accompany you during the daytime in the park. You can bring them for a hike or picnic. Keep them on a leash in the picnic section and other developed areas. Collect their waste.
Black Diamond Mines Regional Park is a pawtastic place to explore. When you come here for an overnight trip, you can stay at the Stewartville Backpack Camp. From this location, you'll be able to get out and hike through the preserve. There are over 6,000 acres and 65 miles of trails that span a variety of habitats. The park also offers 90-minute tours of the Hazel-Atlas mine for a small fee.


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The Nigerian Doctor’s Forum South Africa has issued a statement on Independent Media’s allegation on the abduction of the Sithole’s decuplets by a Nigerian doctor, their statement says;
The NDF-SA executive members have been following the news about the decuplets birth and the claims in the report brought up by the Independent Media Group.
The EXCO is appalled by these baseless allegations and direct attack on Nigerian Doctors. Dr. Emeka Ugwu, the NDF-SA President, put a call to Nigerian Consul General Hon Abdul Malik Ahmed to inform him of the situation. The Consul General has assured NDF-SA that the Nigerian missions in SA will be on top of the matter with us.
Going forward the EXCO assures members of the NDF-SA, that we are considering a number of options regarding the issue at hand, in order to clear our battered name. We will not tolerate false claims and xenophobic attack attempts on hardworking and dedicated Nigerian Doctors.
The Gauteng department of health has investigated the report and deemed it false. Therefore, legal action is in the offing against the media company. This is a positive step in rectifying the situation.
Let us all rest assured that NDF-SA EXCO will do everything possible to protect its members, and indeed the image of our organization, and country.
Further communication will be posted on the group platform, as matters unfold.


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Artificial intelligence is being introduced to more users every day — using it to shuffle through music, write strategic plans, make images or art, and improve our lives and business.
But many people don’t entirely trust it. Lack of transparency and discrepancies in results could prevent the tech from improving, and the implementation of an AI ethical framework can reform that.
In this post, we’ll discuss AI ethics and how ethical decision-making can improve the technology. But if you’re in a pinch, jump to the information you need.
What are AI ethics?
AI ethics are moral guidelines for responsible artificial intelligence tech usage and development.
It’s a system that AI developers should have in place to serve people better while minimizing negative consequences. Technology can only be as efficient as it’s built to be and should follow a universal guideline to benefit its user base.
Why are AI ethics important?
The use of ethics in AI is essential to prevent the misuse of technology. Without an ethical framework behind it, artificial intelligence can result in privacy invasion, unequal bias, and other risks many may not even consider when beginning to use it.
Let’s break down some of the biggest ethical focuses in AI that developers should prioritize as it evolves.
Biggest AI Ethical Concerns
AI is just like any other technological advancement in need of guidelines. Many professionals can already see the consequences of using the tool without moral consideration. HubSpot Product Manager Kevin Walsh and the founder of PR 20/20, Paul Roetzer, sat down to discuss ethical concerns for the future of AI.
Professionals from different backgrounds and industries have much to consider as they incorporate AI into their strategy, and we’ll discuss some of the biggest ethical concerns in AI.
1. Privacy and Security Concerns
We interviewed one of HubSpot’s marketing blog editors, Martina Bretous, to get her perspective on this concern, “It can impact the brand’s credibility but also bring legal ramifications. For content creators and artists, there is a real fear of intellectual property theft. How can I ensure that my content is protected from AI?”
AI is a valuable and time-saving tool, but the information it uses to improve isn’t guaranteed to be protected. The amount of personal data users unknowingly give away for AI solutions isn’t disclosed — and it could be using unauthorized intellectual property to work. Without ethical guidelines, it can lead to data breaches, legal conflict, and other misuses.
2. Social and Environmental Wellbeing Concerns
AI systems can have an impact on individual and environmental well-being. Developers of the technology should clearly outline the objectives of the tech they create to erase ambiguity. Additionally, they should ensure its use is for the benefit of everyone who uses it equally.
3. Reliability Concerns
According to the HubSpot State of AI survey, 30% of marketers don’t use AI because they believe it sometimes produces inaccurate information. Users of artificial intelligence rely on the tech to operate as advertised, but there are valid concerns about whether the results it generates are reliable.
Bretous builds on this point to say, “With AI, there’s no shortage of ethical implications – it just depends on whose lens you’re looking from. For brands, for instance, one ethical dilemma they may have to wrestle with is how they’ll disclose the use of generative AI in their content marketing. Does the audience deserve to know when something – say a blog post – has been AI-generated or should audiences just assume it’s the name of the game now?”
Typically, AI doesn’t disclose the exact sources of information it shares with users — much less a game plan for accident mitigation or investigation when information is false or leaked. To combat these concerns, AI ethics could change these doubts into real plans for beneficial change.
Benefits of Ethical AI
More trustworthiness and privacy protection.
AI ethics can change people’s perception of the technology if it becomes an industry standard to provide transparency and explainable disclosures to its users. Building confidence in the technology will likely increase its use and allow users to understand processes and how data is used.
Avoid unfair bias.
Bretous also said, “From a consumer’s perspective, bias is an incredibly important concern and this is where AI literacy will be key – just because AI said it, doesn’t mean it’s accurate or reliable. This is all to say that we’ve only scratched the surface of what’s possible but also what’s dangerous about AI.”
A benefit of AI ethics is that its use can become fairer. Many AIs have displayed an insensitive or unfair bias for certain individuals or groups using the technology, and adhering to ethical guidelines can help prevent these results. It provides equitable access and representation.
Universal value alignment.
People make decisions by considering universal values, a framework that can be forgotten if not included in artificial intelligence. While AI developers could gradually address individuals’ ethical issues, a universal code of ethics can set the standard for how humans use the technology and how AI evolves according to guidelines.
Ethics in AI are a Must
Just as humans have moral guidelines behind what they do, so should the technology we use. AI will become a standard tool across many industries, and to ensure it’s used equitably and safely, will benefit from ethical guidelines.


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Zofo or ZOFO
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TWO TEENAGED GIRLS STRUGGLE THROUGH THEIR DYSFUNCTIONAL PARENTS’ AFFAIR
An ordinary 17-year-old girl Joo-ri (KIM Hye-jun) finds out that her father (KIM Yoon-seok) is having an affair with the mother of her classmate Yoon-ah (PARK Se-jin). Joo-ri and Yoon-ah try to stop them from seeing each other but it only makes things worse. And to top it off, they discover that Yoon-ah’s mother, a single mom, is pregnant. Soon, everyone involved are confronted by this circle of conflict and they must each struggle through their own growing pains.


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Students who attend Herbertsville Elementary School in Brick Township will be divided between three different schools next year when the “little school with a big heart” is repurposed into a preschool.
The issue of choosing new schools for Herbertsville’s students caused confusion among parents, some of whom were angry and spoke out at a Board of Education meeting Thursday night. They say they were notified via a letter sent home from school carried by students. In some cases, substitute teachers did not fold and staple the letters, leading to some upsetting moments. Making matters worse, typographical errors in the letters indicated all of the students would be transferred to Lanes Mill Elementary School, which was untrue.
In reality, the students in grades K-4 (fifth graders will go on to middle school) will be sent to one of three schools: Lanes Mill, Midstreams Elementary School and Veterans Memorial Elementary School. The issue of which students will attend which schools was settled Thursday, said Susan McNamara, the district’s Director of Planning, Research and Evaluation.
Though the future schools students will attend is being clarified with parents, they were still angry at the district. Several who spoke criticized the three-school split, saying their children were very upset over the fact that they may not be with their friends again come September. Other asked what would happen to their teachers and principal Walter Hrycenko.
McNamara said transportation needs dictated where students will be placed next year.
“We need to make sure we are providing enough seats on the bus,” she said. “We worked with Transportation to create those lists.”
In some cases, children who live mere houses away from each other may end up going to different schools, a significant break from the ultra-close community at Herbertsville, long viewed as an island of calm in an otherwise bustling district.
“You shoved Herbertsville students into these schools with no rhyme or reason,” one parent told board members. “It’s easy, but not right.”
Facing Board President Stephanie Wohlrab, the Herbertsville mother asked her to resign.
“That’s not uncommon,” replied McNamara, saying it is common for school districts to map kids in close geographical areas to different schools.
“As the former principal for Veterans Memorial Elementary School, I can tell you that that was in place for many years,” she said. “We had kids who were at similar bus stops. When we draw those lines, it’s for transportation purposes. A child on this side of the street may end up at Lanes Mill and a child on the other side of the street may end up at Midstreams.”
Parents still have some unanswered questions regarding fire codes and class sizes. McNamara said class sizes will range from 25 students to 32 students. By law, only kindergarten classes have a maximum number of students set at 25; if there are more than 25 students, the district must place an aide in the classroom.
Geri Bayles, a teacher at Herbertsville, shared her own sentimental perspective on the situation, sometimes breaking into tears.
“The last few months have obviously been very difficult for our Herbertsville family, to say the least,” said Bayles. “Many of the teachers have worked together at Herbertsville School for more than 20 years.”


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We had a record number of entries this year - getting close to a thousand pieces of flash, so thank you to everyone who entered. While our winner and runner-up have not previously won a prize at InkTears (although they have both picked up plenty of prizes elsewhere), we did have two highly commended entries from previous winners. I should point out that the stories are blind-read, so it just shows that certain writers are consistently reaching a high standard, that also appeals to our judges - congratulations to Mandy Huggins and Ingrid Jendrzejewski on that score. We also had a couple of writers with less of a track record in contests, but who I am sure have plenty of potential for further success, and I'm delighted that the flash contest continues to find new talent, and help promote people, and add to their 'writer's bio'.
Let's talk about themes. This year's most popular subjects were Alzheimer's and dementia, dying and being reborn, killing your partner of many years who you have hated for a long time (do I spot a little wish fulfilment going on in some of these tales?!), we had a higher proportion of sci-fi (and keep it coming - I'm a fan, which is not always true of many other literary sites...), there was a particular focus on what happens as we start to blend human and machine.
As any judge will tell you, the gap between the shortlist and the winning entries (or the highly commended and the eventual winner and runner-up) is often very narrow, and clearly subjective. Often, we were swayed by how many similar entries we had read recently, or the way that a story subverted a common theme, or added something unique to the pattern. I will highlight the story Clockwork by Russell Reader as an example (you'll have to wait a few weeks to read it when we publish part 1 of our winners as the December newsletter). Clockwork follows the Alzheimer's/dementia theme of many entries, and was well written - as were many other stories in this genre, but we particularly loved the ending, which just gave the story an edge over the other pieces we read on this theme. I could highlight Futures by Annmarie Allen, The Hut by Adena Graham, Light Snacks by Natalia Theodoridou, Dragonflies by Sally Jubb, Moment of Truth by John Bunting (one of our shortest entries, but marvellous), all of these stories were a fraction away from the final winners. In fact, it might be safer to say that if you were on the shortlist, you came very close to a prize - I was just reviewing the list a few minutes ago, and I enjoyed every single story that made it that far. The minor difference in opinion between a small number of judges was the difference. Alison Wassell is a writer whose short story was published by InkTears last month, who also missed out on the final prize winners of the flash by a hair's width. The standard was high, and if you made the shortlist you deserve congratulations.
Entries were noticeably longer than last year, when we had a batch of very short pieces (100-200 words, and even one that was less than 10 words and nearly won a prize!). There were several poetic items with interesting use of language (but perhaps a few less than last year?), a regular handful of surreal, many slice of life - but normally with an ending, and a smattering of genre items, with horror doing particularly well this year.
If you are looking for some tips, I would say that what marked out the winners for me was that they were:
- Subtle. They let us do some of the thinking, and didn't force home their points.
- Written with a distinct voice (see the Runner Up, Church by Scott Whitaker)
- Unusual theme or concept that others were not covering
- OR an interesting twist or approach to a common theme
- Smart, funny or thought provoking. Often, all three at the same time
As per previous years, we've actually handed out more prizes than we officially listed. We intend to publish a winner, runner-up, and 4x highly commended. That's actually what you would have seen on our rules page. However, we liked the stories, and we know how good it feels to win, so we will publish 12 stories, split across two issues of our newsletter. The first in December, the second in February. I wish we could publish more. You all deserve to win :) Keep writing, keep trying. There are some wonderful writers out there, and even if you only find a small audience, you are making a difference. Thank you.

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The thought of ECT has always horrified me. I would be scared beyond belief. (Having had a few mains voltage shocks in my life was bad enough.) So my opinion is anything but unbiased.
The idea that someone might have ECT when it is really a thyroid issue makes it even less justified than ever.
Electroconvulsive therapy mostly used on women and older people, says study
Findings are a cause for concern and symptom of the ‘over-medicalising of human distress’, says co-author of report using NHS data
The use of electroconvulsive therapy to treat serious mental health problems is more prevalent in women and older individuals, researchers have found.
The study, which looked at data from a group of NHS trusts in England between 2011 and 2015, found that, on average, two thirds of recipients of ECT were women, and 56% were people aged over 60.
The results chime with findings from the annual dataset release by the Royal College of Psychiatrists, which reveals that for 2016-17, 67% of patients receiving acute courses of ECT were female, as were 74% of those receiving ECT to prevent relapses – so-called “maintenance ECT”.
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Margaret Cho chats on her upcoming appearance in Palm Springs, polyamore-fatigue, bisexuality, and the little things in life that make a big difference.
Steve Martin and Martin Short’s 30+ year friendship embarks on an unforgettable journey onstage filled with wit, song, and a rare devotion.
Patti LaBelle, considered the Godmother of Soul, opens up about career longevity, performing, and triumphs of the heart prior to her Morongo Casino show.
After years of performing as a backup singer to the music industry’s hottest talents, Judith Hill commands the stage at Palm Springs Women’s Jazz Festival.
Women’s Week hits Palm Springs and the valley with a passionate mix of entertainment, food, inspiration, and nods to female empowerment.
Cohibernation, which makes its West Coast premiere at Cinema Diverse featuring director Brad Griffith, hopes to offer a realistic look at gay relationships.
Inspirational music artist Mike Love joins Bhakti Fest, the desert’s most vibrant festival for tapping into all that’s good — inside and out.
From stage romps to radio and television turns, Sandra Bernhard brings her shrewd, funny, honest, and entertaining performance to Oscar’s in Palm Springs.
Savvy storyteller Steven Fales chats about the evolution of his hit one-man show, “Confessions of a Mormon Boy”, and his gig at Hotel Zoso Palm Springs.
The son of Harpo Marx loans a stunning array of memorabilia from his famous family to the Rancho Mirage Public Library to reveal a powerful legacy.


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Cameron Diaz is one of the most talented and gorgeous actresses in Hollywood, playing the role of Carly Whitten In her latest film, The Other Woman.
She portrays a woman who becomes embroiled in love with a man who is also involved with the other two women.
Written by Melissa Stack and directed by Nick Cassavetes, this film was a blockbuster hit, and Cameron Diaz’s performance is sure to garner critical acclaim.
This article will review Cameron Diaz’s role in the film and what it entails.
The Role Of Cameron Diaz As Carly Whitten In The Other Woman Movie (2014)
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Carly Whitten is a woman who has it all: she’s gorgeous, successful, and unmarried.
She thinks she has found the perfect man in Mark King (played by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau). However, little does she know that he is actually married to Kate King (played by Leslie Mann).
When Carly discovers the truth, she feels betrayed and decides to exact revenge on Mark after she gets to know that he was also betraying her wife.
During the course of the movie, Carly teams up with Kate and another woman named Amber (played by Kate Upton). All of them are in relationships with Mark.
The three women hatch a plan to get revenge on him and end up getting caught up in a love triangle themselves.
Cameron Diaz’s role as Carly Whitten is an interesting one. She became successful in taking revenge along with her friends in the end. Thus, she proved she won’t let herself be taken advantaged of by a man.
The Other Woman is a great movie to watch with friends, as it provides interesting discussion points about relationships and what’s fair when it comes to love.
She gives an excellent performance as a woman who is wronged by her lover and must find a way to get back at him.
The Other Woman is sure to be one of the biggest hits of the year, and Cameron Diaz’s performance has been the talk of Hollywood as of 2023.
Why Is Cameron Diaz Performance Thrilling In The Movie?
Cameron Diaz has always been known for her ability to take on complex roles, and The Other Woman is no exception.
She manages to portray Carly perfectly and is able to capture the audience’s attention with every scene she is in.
Her performance has been praised by critics as they have called it both funny and heartfelt at the same time.
The Other Woman is a great film and Cameron Diaz’s performance in it is one of the main reasons for its fame.
She manages to portray her character perfectly and brings the story to life on the big screen.
So if you’re looking for an interesting movie to watch with your friends, be sure to check out The Other Woman. You won’t regret it!
Also Read: What Is Cameron Diaz's Net Worth 2023?
Cameron Diaz’s Style And Outfits In Movie
Cameron Diaz is known for her sense of style and she has a great one. In The Other Woman, she plays Carly Whitten, a woman who has it all: she’s beautiful, successful, and single.
Her outfits in the movie reflect her character perfectly and she looks great in every scene.
One of my favorite outfits that Cameron Diaz wears in the film is the black dress she wears to a party. It’s simple but elegant and shows off her figure nicely.
She also looks great in the scenes where she’s working out, as she sports some stylish workout clothes that complement her body type well.
Another notable outfit from this movie is the red dress she wears on Valentine’s Day with Mark King (played by Nikolaj Coster-Waldau).
This scene is one of my favorites because it shows how much thought went into choosing each person’s outfit for specific scenes.
They were able to create an entire look based on one color palette (red just happens to be my favorite).
Cameron Diaz’s Role In The Other Woman Is One That Inspires And Motivates Women.
See Also: Cameron Diaz In The Mask
Cameron Diaz And The Other Cast Members Of The Other Woman
Cameron Diaz’s style in The Other Woman is great, but if you look closely, there are a few other cast members who stand out as well.
One of my favorites is Leslie Mann, who plays Kate King – Carly Whitten’s best friend and co-worker at the law firm where they both work.
Leslie Mann’s character is a fun, energetic, and upbeat person with an awesome sense of humor.
She knows how to make her audience happy and laugh when she speaks about her husband.
Leslie Mann’s outfits are also very stylish and trendy. She seems to know exactly what colors look best on her body type which helps create some great looks throughout the film.
Another great actress who plays an important role in The Other Woman is Kate Upton as Amber.
She’s been featured on the cover of Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue and was also featured in 2014 by Men’s Health Magazine (ranked #47).
Kate Upton is known for her curvaceous figure, which makes it perfect for modeling swimsuits and lingerie.
She made the character of Amber unforgettable in The Other Woman. Her bubbly personality is perfect for the role and she manages to bring the character to life on the big screen.
Overall, Cameron Diaz’s performance in The Other Woman is excellent and her style is as well.
Related: Cameron Diaz's 90's Career Overview
FAQs About Cameron Diaz’s Role In The Film
Q. What does Cameron Diaz do in The Other Woman?
Diaz plays Carly Whitten in The Other Woman, a beautiful, successful, and single woman.
Q. What was Cameron Diaz’s age in The Other Woman?
Minaj plays the role of Cameron Diaz’s Secretary in The Other Woman.
Q. Are Cameron Diaz and Leslie Mann friends?
Yes, Leslie Mann and Cameron Diaz are friends in real life. This is evident by the fact that they have acted in several films together.
Q. Is Cameron Diaz, a friend with Kate Upton?
Yes, Cameron Diaz is friends with Kate Upton in real life as well.
This article was last updated in December 2023.


THOMAS FANGER: Parlez-vous Electronique? (CD on Manikin Records)
This CD from 2005 offers 77 minutes of energetic electronic music.
Synthesist Fanger is joined on this release by Klaus "Cosmic" Hoffmann-Hoock, Michael Potrafke, and Luna B.
A twinkling starscape erupts with cyclic beats and dense electronics, which swiftly evolve into a pulsating melody embellished by sidereal effects. Chugging diodes and sighing flutish keyboards join the mix, thickening the pastiche until the music literally throbs with complexity. Matching this intricacy, an escalation of drama overwhelms things, carrying the surging tuneage to even loftier altitudes. Each time you think it's reached its pinnacle, the music defies expectations and plunges even higher.
And that's just the first track, which clocks in at 19 minutes.
The rest of the album continues to push the envelope, striving for greater sonic thrills with hyperactive riffs and cosmic peaks that blaze with astounding glory.
Nimble-fingered keyboards are joined by wickedly searing guitar. Chords parade in an engaging spiral as e-perc emerges to generate steadfast rhythms of mesmerizing deportment.
The pace steps down to a softer realm for the third track ("Jungle Bar"), conjuring hypnotic passages of space guitar and dreamy mellotron (specifically, the Memotron).
A few short tracks ensue, delivering brief excursions of tasty delight, interrupted by a longer piece ("Velvet Beach") which explores grittier terrain with crashing surfs and melancholy guitar and phase-shifted electronics rich with nostalgic quality.
The CD concludes with "The Land of Milk and Honey", a nocturnal 16 minute composition that utilizes piercing flutish keyboards in conjunction with a distinctly teutonic demeanor. Harmonies ascend to incredible heights where they are peppered by sparse e-perc and astral guitar, resulting in a remarkable dose of ultimately satisfying proportion.
DETLEF KELLER: Harmonic Steps (double CD on Manikin Records)
This release from 2005 features 137 minutes of gripping electronic music.
CD 1 features 74 minutes of "Electronic Steps" which exhibit dazzling scope and sonic emotion. Electronics and e-perc conspire under Keller's direction to generate a lavish series of engrossing tunes, each unique and sparkling like a foot-shaped jewel on a panoramic beach. Generally, the pieces abandon Keller's normal slow-build approach and dive into gripping melodies with gusto and creative verve. Snappy tempos share the stage with driving sequencers and urgent keyboards. Each track explores a different contemporary EM fashion--one piece employs marching band style percussion to achieve a quasi-techno anthem, while another piece allows clear piano to lend a classical edge to the composition, while another's airy synthetic windwoods evokes a pastoral flair. This results in a tour de force of varied sounds, from retro Berlin School to New Age. Regardless of the style, though, a common dynamic unifies the songs.
CD 2 features 63 minutes of "Piano Steps" which continues the electronic pilgrimage. While the first track restricts itself to solo piano, later pieces embellish that approach with additional electronic instruments. For a while, the piano remains the nucleus, forefront and in command. Eventually, however, the piano retires, to be replaced by electrified keyboards. A high degree of vitality comes through, as Keller belts out tunes that convey a jovial enthusiasm. As things progress, symphonic instruments enter the mix, reinforcing a concert hall undercurrent in the music.
ROB PAPEN: Day Dreamer (CD on Orange Music)
This release from 2004 has been reissued with bonus material and now offers 52 minutes of cheerfully delightful electronic music.
Having recorded for years with bands like Peru and Nova, Rob Papen goes solo with this debut release, delivering a tasty dose of uplifting EM that has roots in Biblical sources.
The electronics are crisp and inventive, exploring pleasant melodies crafted with crystalline execution and cheerful sentiments. Combining textural backdrops with poppy keyboards, contemporary electronics and nimble e-perc, the music luxuriates in a realm of positivism and entertaining tuneage. Keyboards drive the music, delving into melodic variations while auxiliary electronics maintain an engaging foundation. Flutish strains often infect the keys, imbuing the tunes with airy flairs that reach upward toward the life-giving sun.
Utilizing a playful compositional sense, Papen creates good-time melodies that are jubilant and appealing. His style tolerates no gloom or darkness, generating moods that sparkle with optimistic illumination. This dedication is refreshing and enjoyable.
The tracks are generally short (averaging 5 minutes), allowing Papen to explore the melodies without elongation. This compression serves to focus the music into gems of sonic luster. Only one track indulges in extension (clocking in at 11 minutes), and here this extravagance is worthwhile as the composition examines a sense of congenial tension that benefits from the opportunity to build without haste.
This reissue's pair of bonus tracks reflect the same slick appeal with resonant keyboards blending with elegant e-perc. One is a 9 minute piece featuring nicely uptempo tuneage of a highly engaging nature. The other is a 2 minute track of particularly heavenly design. The new packaging comprises an embossed case that matches the music's stately mien.
THOUGHT GUILD: Continuum (CD on Harmonic Resonance Recordings)
This CD from 2005 offers 56 minutes of cosmic electronic music.
Thought Guild is Christopher Cameron and Gregory Kyryluk (aka Alpha Wave Movement), with Andrew Spurrier on e-bow guitar on one track.
Strap in for a cosmic journey that heads out into space and takes you to the depths of inner consciousness. This music combines celestial elements with contemplative ambience, resulting in highly engaging EM tuneage.
Pleasant tonalities provide a delicate backdrop for dreamy keyboards and astral electronics. Sparkling textures unfurl with infinite intentions. Nimble synthesizers generate a plethora of mesmerizing riffs that undulate and whirl, gently stimulating deep neurons with their sinuous patterns. Chords waft on celestial winds, goaded into looping sequences of crystalline beauty and embellished by meticulous human guidance. Lavish atmospherics surface and pulsate. Congenial riffs glisten as if airborne dew rode these synthetic notes.
E-perc plays a valuable role in this music, rendering comfortable propulsion that is durable without becoming intrusive.
Blending aspects of ambience with contemporary EM, Thought Guild injects a liveliness to their soft tuneage. The compositions are thoughtful and agile, while retaining an endearing fragility. American and European styles are fused to produce a global hybrid that leaves the Earth behind in its quest for galactic vistas lurking deep in cerebral terrain.
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A New Jersey neighborhood is trying to figure out who keeps leaving pickles all over their properties.
“I’ve seen large pickles smushed in the street. I’ve had pickles in my yard... Everybody gets pickled. It’s crazy,” says resident Jill Suposs.
Evidence of a "pickle bandit" includes dill spears tossed in driveways, whole gherkins on front steps and pickle chips strewn on sidewalks.
Pickles have been appearing for months, but locals started to realize the scope of the problem after comparing notes during quarantine.
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Some environmental extremists in Iowa thought it would be a good idea to use nooses in their climate change protest. Rational Iowans disagreed. A former Iowa state representative, a Democrat, is now apologizing for using such a racially-charged symbol in what he calls “provocative performance art.” Now he is calling it a “lapse in judgment.” Ya think?
Ed Fallon is the leader of Bold Iowa, a liberal activist group. Last weekend the 5th annual Progress Iowa Corn Feed hosted twelve 2020 Democrat presidential candidates in NewBo. The sidewalk protest involved members of Bold Iowa, blocks of ice, and rope nooses. People stood on blocks of ice with nooses around their necks. A sign read “As the Arctic melts, the climate noose tightens.” Fallon now calls the idea a “lapse in judgment”.
“It wasn’t the right call on our part in terms of trying to get the message across,” he said. “I hope people will look beyond that lapse in judgment and understand that we have a tremendous challenge facing us right now” with climate change.
This wasn’t a one-off performance. Just the day before, Bold Iowa activists did the same thing at the Ankeny Democrat SummerFest Barbecue. Clearly, this was intended to be a signature kind of protest and message from the group. The group proudly posted a photo on their Facebook page after the Ankeny barbecue event.
As you can imagine, the local NAACP chapter wasn’t amused. The president of the Cedar Rapids branch is spreading the word in order to head off any future assinine performances.
Dedric Doolin, president of the NAACP Cedar Rapids branch, decried the protest using something so emblematic of lynching as insensitive and said it displayed “the lack of understanding about how the symbol of a noose intimidates, terrorizes and puts fear in the hearts of many people, especially African-Americans.”
“They didn’t understand the impact their display had on the community,” Doolin said.
A member of NAACP’s national board of directors, Doolin plans to spread the word of the protest’s tactics to other NAACP chapters in hopes of curbing any such future protests.
Other liberals couldn’t wait to throw Bold Iowa under the bus. Progress Iowa, the host group of the Corn Feed, issued a statement from Executive Director Matt Sinovic.
“The protest held by Bold Iowa outside of our event (Sunday) had absolutely nothing to do with Progress Iowa or NewBo City Market,” Sinovic said in the statement. “No matter what message they were trying to send, the way they did it was offensive, disturbing, and inappropriate.”
It’s pretty sweet that a liberal activist group is being slapped for its lame attempt at portraying an urgent call to action on climate change, an issue at the top of the list of concerns for the left. Commenters on Bold Iowa’s Facebook page called for pictures to be taken off and others voiced their disgust.
Notice that none of the Democrat presidential candidates were asked for quotes about the use of the nooses. Michael Bennet, Pete Buttigieg, Julián Castro, Bill de Blasio, John Delaney, Kirsten Gillibrand, John Hickenlooper, Jay Inslee, Amy Klobuchar, Seth Moulton, Tim Ryan, and Marianne Williamson attended. Notably, top candidates Joe Biden, Bernie Sanders, and Kamala Harris skipped the event. I can’t help but think if it had happened at a large annual gathering of Republicans, every candidate and current elected official in the place would be asked about it. The double standard is alive and well. This story has flown under the radar with the national press. If a connection could be made between conservatives and nooses, well, you know it would be the headline story on 24/7 cable news channels and online news sites for days.
Fallon said, “We were kind of surprised and disappointed that our message did offend people.” Naturally, he roped President Trump into his poor decision-making. The bad Orange Man is a racist, you know.
“We underestimated the way it may trigger folks who either are concerned about the rise in racism in this country, in many respects because of Donald Trump,” Fallon said in an interview. “And also people who were affected by a family member who maybe committed suicide by hanging. … Our focus is to get people to understand just how urgent of a situation climate change is. We really are at a point where human extinction is a possibility.”
A statement was issued to local media from NewBo City Market’s Executive Director. City Market was the venue for the Progress Iowa Corn Feed. The statement included the contact number for Fallon, which I am not including in the quote.
“Yesterday, there was a demonstration orchestrated on the public sidewalks outside of NewBo City Market during the Progress Iowa Corn Feed Presidential Candidate events. The demonstration was intended to bring awareness of climate change by having people standing on blocks of ice with hangman’s nooses around their necks.
We saw the protest and we were equally disgusted by it. It was staged by a group unaffiliated with the Market or Progress Iowa and conducted outside of the Market property. As it was a political demonstration on a public sidewalk, it was protected speech and there was nothing we, the event organizers, or CRPD could have done to stop it.
We share the outrage of many in the community at this use of a racist symbol. Whatever point this group was trying to make was completely lost because of they way they presented themselves.
What a disgusting protest. That Fallon desperately tried to drag President Trump into the fray shows how shallow the thinking is on the left.


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