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This is from last night’s party at the beach club Marmalad here in St. Vlas. One of my favourite bulgarian hip hop artist was performing and I had a great night. Me and my boyfriend stayed until 5 o’clock and left only because the music got boring. This is the only decent picture of my look because there were a lot of people and we couldn’t take many photos. The name of the post is like that because they were joking that St. Vlas is the mini version of Las Vegas and sounds similar. Ha-ha
P.S. While I am writing this post i can’t even hear my own thoughts because of the fireworks (this happens every night).
Last night we had a walk by the Marina Dinevi yacht port in Saint Vlas. It’s one of my favorite places here. There is not much to do but it’s very beautiful and quiet. We had a delicious dinner and ate some yummy ice cream.
I also wanted to share this beautiful dress I bought last week! I am in love with it! It’s my favorite color (pink) and matches perfectly with my Melissa shoes. And the pearls are just goergous don’t you think ? 😍
Last night my boyfriend and I went to Nessebar. It’s an ancient town in Bulgaria with a lot of museums, restaurants and a breath-taking view. Here are some photos I want to share with you.


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Evaluation of Nanocarrier Targeted Drug Delivery of Capecitabine-PAMAM Dendrimer Complex in a Mice Colorectal Cancer Model
Capecitabine, an effective anticancer drug in colorectal cancer chemotherapy, may create adverse side effects on healthy tissues. In the present study, we first induced colon adenocarcinoma with azoxymethane, a carcinogen agent, and then investigated the potentiality of polyamidoamine (PAMAM) dendrimer to improve capecitabine therapeutic index and decrease its adverse side effects on healthy tissues like liver and bone marrow. Other variables such as nanoparticle concentrations have also been investigated. Drug loading concentration (DLC) and encapsulation efficiency (EE) were calculated for capecitabine/dendrimer complex. Experimental results showed an increase in DLC percentage resulted from elevated capecitabine/dendrimer ratio. Capecitabine/dendrimer complex could reduce tumor size and adverse side effects in comparison with free capecitabine form.
© 2016 Tehran University of Medical Sciences. All rights reserved.
Acta Med Iran, 2016;54(8):485-493.

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At Heart Orgasmic Texas Dawn#11 (READ)
I liked this better than the previous two books Still the same over the top scenarios and our couple weren t together for much of this but I felt their connection Nanee s reviewSam and Marco are back and sexier as ever I absolutely loved this book Sam is in his seventeen week training program to become a US Marshall but not everything goes as smooth as it should Sam is threatened propositioned and just getting really 3 12 4 HeartsReview written for MM Good Book Reviews This story is part of a series and must be read in order Sam has left the biker life behind him as he completes the FLETC training to become a US Marshal but shaking off his past isn t as easy as he hoped Marco wishes Sam would open up with his concerns but has important things to worry about when a new case lands with crazy movie stars As Sam graduates tragedy strikes and the US marshal s pull together to get justice for their colleagues Once again we ar. Sam and Marco deal with one crisis after another in this sexy sinful chapter in the best selling Orgasmic Texas Dawn series Crime and love "collide with both men wondering destiny is fixed Can a happy relationship be Sam Channing "with both men wondering if destiny is fixed a happy relationship be theirs Sam Channing enrolled at for the rigorous seventeen week trainin.
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Homemade Macaroni And Cheese Recipe Video
|Macaroni||3 Cup (48 tbs)|
|For the cheese sauce|
|Butter||1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)|
|Flour||1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)|
|Dry mustard||1⁄2 Teaspoon|
|Milk||4 Cup (64 tbs)|
|Cheddar cheese||3 Cup (48 tbs), shredded|
|For the topping|
|Fine dry breadcrumbs||1⁄2 Cup (8 tbs)|
|Cheddar cheese||2 Tablespoon, shredded|
Calories 420 Calories from Fat 225
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 26 g39.4%
Saturated Fat 15.8 g79%
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 73.8 mg
Sodium 614.2 mg25.6%
Total Carbohydrates 31 g10.4%
Dietary Fiber 1.5 g5.8%
Sugars 5.2 g
Protein 17 g33.6%
Vitamin A 24% Vitamin C 0.99%
Calcium 38% Iron 9.8%
*Based on a 2000 Calorie diet
1. Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
2. In a pot on high heat, bring the water to a rolling boil. Once it starts boiling add the macaroni and cook it for 8 minutes or until soft. Once done, drain the macaroni and set it aside.
3. For the cheese sauce: In a sauce pan on medium heat, melt butter. Once the butter is melted, stir in the flour, salt, pepper and dry mustard. Mix well and cook for 1 minute on medium heat until well combined.
4. Gradually add milk whisking simultaneously and cook it on medium heat for 6 minutes or until the sauce thickens.
5. Stir in the cheddar cheese and whisk it until well combined. Once done, pour the cheese sauce over the macaroni and mix until well coated.
6. Take two greased casserole dishes and add the macaroni coated with cheese sauce.
7. For the topping: In a bowl, add and combine butter with the dry breadcrumbs. Once done, sprinkle this over the macaroni with cheddar cheese and paprika.
8. Bake this in the preheated oven for 25 - 30 minutes or until golden brown and bubbly.
9. Serve the macaroni and cheese hot.

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Amongst all the sights and stalls at the Ally Pally Knitting and Stitching Show last weekend, one of the most eyecatching was a London black cab, its typically shiny casing clad in a technicoloured cosy made from over twenty kilos of wool.
The impetus for this intriguing project was a collaboration between author Safia Shah and The Endangered Words Campaign. They aim to rescue fabulous words from the verbal scrapheap, resuscitating those words which are vanishing from our linguistic habits, given the texting and tweeting tendencies of modern society. I suppose this is partly to do with the brevity of these forms of communication, as some words are just waaaaay too long to attempt in short spaces. Having said this, the endangered words list isn’t limited to cumbersome words, as the monosyllabic are also included. A handful of these words sprawl in knitted scrawl across the rump of the taxi, including: curmudgeon, brouhahah, muckle, mollycoddle, quaff, squib, snarky, and mimp. I can’t even find some of these words in my trusty Oxford English dictionary.
Shah adopts the use of such endangered words in her soon-published childrens book Carnaby Street’s Great Uninvited. The story culminates in an outlandish knitting contest, and a knitted cab-cosy would certainly be a contender for first prize! She is a lover of words, wanting to promote communication “beyond the telephone keypad”, which is where knitting and crochet comes in; hands engaged with the hook and knitting are too preoccupied to text or tweet, giving greater opportunity for vocal yarning. The conversation over this cosy must have been a very long one, as it took four months to make by twenty ladies collectively known as The Materialists. The loss of words matters to Shah because there are a multitude “out there just waiting to be used”. She considers it odd that in childrens literature there are invented words, despite there already being “so many intruiging or amazing words slipping out of use”. Investing in such words isn’t about superiority or being lah-di-dah. As Shah asserts: “Language is something to play with, not to use to show off”.
For those UK-based yarnsmiths out there, keep your eyes peeled: this woolly Fairway vehicle is road-legal and will be journeying round the South East between the start of November and the end of the year. And while we’re gawping in amazement at this taxi, let’s not forget some marvellous words relating to our own craft. There are descriptions of yarn texture which I hadn’t heard of before starting the crochet diploma, and they are worth bandying about because they are so delicious. (Shah talks about relishing the sound of words, saying “You can almost mentally suck a word or phrase, like a boiled sweet. Slurp away and you will get far more out of language than its simple meaning.”) My favourites are: knop (including little lumps of fibre), boucle (loopy), and slub (having thick and thin sections). I also like snarl which, in this context is nothing to do with growling. It describes yarn with long twisty bits sticking out, but could equally apply to what happens when our skein gets tangled up, or snaggled.
There has been a resurgence in crochet and knitting; people are keen to ensure these activities survive after slumps in popularity (especially crochet). We crafters could give endangered words a helping hand too.

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Latin American singer who established herself as a solo artist with her 1992 debut album La Chica Dorada. She won six Latin Billboard Music Awards for her multi-platinum albums Pau-Latina and Ananda.
She was a part of the Latin pop group Timbirichie from 1984 to 1991; she recorded eleven albums with this group.
She collaborated with MAC makeup to create a lipstick. She has been a member of the band Timbiriche.
She was married to Nicolás Vallejo Nágera from 2007 until 2013 and they had a son named Andrea Nicolás. Later, she had another son named Eros with singer Gerardo Bazúa.
She was part of Timbiriche alongside Benny Ibarra, Erik Rubin, Eduardo Capetillo and Thalía.

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Is Brony a gender neutral term?
Although the term “Brony” is a play on “bro” and “pony,” indicating the predominantly male composition of the fanbase, “Brony” is generally considered a gender-neutral term.
Why are they called Bronys?
Surprisingly, and against what most think, “Brony” isn’t a combination of “bro” and “pony.” The name actually comes from where the movement began, on the web community 4chan. So the name actually comes from where the community started, on the “b” 4chan message boards. Bronies.
What are adults who like My Little Pony called?
Yet in just three years, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, produced by Hasbro Studios, has amassed a huge following among an unlikely audience – grown men. They call themselves Bronies. The appeal lies in stories with a moral outlook, the animation and the humour.
What is Brony subculture?
Bronies are a group of men that identify with and appreciate the universal messages and entertainment value offered by the television show ‘My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic’, as well as the collectible aspect of the brand associated with the toys, and even the creative pursuits available to fans of the franchise.
What is brony kink?
A brony is a male fan of the television series My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, and member of the brony fandom.
Can A Brony be a girl?
A “Brony” is a fan of the rebooted My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic franchise. Although the majority of Bronies are college-educated, heterosexual men between the ages of 18 to 22, the term Brony encompasses a wide range of people of all genders, sexual orientation, ages, and walks of life.
What is the female version of Brony?
A popular term for female members of the Brony community is “Pegasister”. However, this isn’t accepted by all. One female memer of the Purdue Bronies Club insists that she not be called a Pegasister, but rather that she is a Brony, like everyone else.
What does brony stand for?
The literal and easy definition of brony is that it is a term used to describe male fans or viewers of My Little Pony shows or franchises. These males simply don’t buy into the hype that gender should play a role in what they can and can’t enjoy.
Is being a brony, wrong?
There’s nothing wrong with being a fan or a part of the Brony community. In fact, being a Brony means you’re challenging gender norms and showing that it’s okay for men to enjoy a show deemed as “girly,” just as it’s okay for women to enjoy shows marketed toward boys.

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Park Metropolis Excessive Faculty’s principal despatched a letter to the neighborhood saying there have been “a number of incidents” of hate speech in latest weeks. A poor individuals’s discipline would unite low income and dealing class white people and minorities across the frequent clarification for eliminating class inequality. This one metropolis has crushed out even New York Metropolis and Los Angeles as most likely essentially the most fascinating vacation spot for graduates modern out of college, based mostly on a model new poll.
Saint Louis College college students enthusiastic about graduate school are impressed to make use of for definitely one among 10 full-tuition scholarships funded by the use of a brand new partnership between SLU and St. Louis Public Colleges . Catholic educators in St. Louis are conversant within the glorious training supplied by Loyola Academy. [newline]Lately, Jesuits of the Central and Southern Province spotlighted the efforts of Saint Louis College’s Faculty of Schooling alumnus, Eric Clark, Ed.D., President of Loyola Academy in St. Louis. Saint Louis College’s Faculty of Schooling will welcome Christa Jackson, Ph.D., to the coach training faculty in August 2021. In america, low-income and minority college students are finishing faculty at low prices in comparison with higher-income and majority mates — a detriment to lowering monetary inequality. Browning is a high-quality defender (he’ll finish his profession amongst FMU’s all-time chief in steals, too), nevertheless what units him aside are his offensive experience.
Within the Q&A, she shares a life-changing expertise by the use of an internship placement at UPMC. On this Q&A, Luke talks about being a pupil within the Train Science program. A brand new venture led by faculty on the Faculty of Schooling and Pitt’s Faculty of Arts & Sciences seeks to discover how uprisings and labor strikes would possibly give rise to freedom work in training. The College of Pittsburgh Faculty of Schooling improved considerably, to being ranked No. 34 nationally, within the 2022 model of the us Information & World Report rankings for “Finest On-line Grasp of Schooling” functions.
Jones Faculty Prep Principal Joseph Powers wrote to households this week in regards to the native faculty council’s effort to oust him after 13 years on the selective enrollment faculty. CPS CEO Pedro Martinez talked about earlier this week that the masks requirement could be lifted “within the near future,” backtracking from a dedication to masks merely days earlier. A Huntsville father or mom working with native colleges said he feared the legal guidelines would undermine variety efforts.
His mother , various uncles and aunts and cousins all performed faculty sports activities. His brother is an environment friendly bit heavier than Detrek, “however can nonetheless beat me in a race. However that side of Detrek Browning, basketball participant, says about as a lot about his recreation as any. He glides across the courtroom, beneath administration, transferring from place to position — shifting Education News from the correct place to the correct place — with a studied nonchalance that lulls opponents, followers and even his private coach right into a state of disinterest. Although a refined participant for a freshman, Browning arrived on the FMU campus to hunt out Evrik Gary — the quantity three scorer at college historical past — already ensconced within the degree guard place.

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I found this graffiti on a wall of an abandoned building in Hato Rey, featuring a boy aiming a gun at two men. I imagine this artwork as a critique on the pervasive violence in the island. Local authorities reveal that 70% of the 994 murders in Puerto Rico (2011) were all drug-related.
The location of this artwork is in a two-storey building near a Walgreens pharmacy and the San Juan mayor’s campaign office. The main railway of the city train also passes next to the structure. On occasion, a troupe of street performers ply their trade by the intersection.
in a random san juan street
jugglers throw bowling pins in the air,
heroin-addled human statues across them,
to entertain strangers in their cars
so you get
the dark carnivalesque humor and look away:
‘such beautiful caribbean skies..’


2008 Dodge Challenger SRT 8
1st Year Edition 1 of 6400 Built.
- 1 Liter Hemi Engine 575 Hp w/ Upgrades
- Automatic Transmission
- Magnuson Super Charger
- High Flow Fuel Rails
- Diablo Power Programmer
- Flow Master Exhaust
- Hotchkis Stage 1 Suspension System
- Brembo Brakes
- Full Body Custom Paint
I made the decision to sell my 2008 Dodge Challenger. This car has been owned by me since new and has been stored inside its whole life. This is the first-year edition and only 6,400 units were made. Right after purchasing the car we decided to add some upgrades to really improve the car’s looks and performance. I had the vehicle completely stripped, we removed all the glass, doors and fenders to do a complete color change. The paint was applied by Doug Batchelor, who is a world class painter and hot rod builder. Doug has done paint work on Riddler award winning cars. The emblems were removed and are airbrushed on along with real silver leaf separating the orange and black. We also installed a Hotchkis Stage 1 full suspension package and lowered the front ½” and the rear 5/8” to get that perfect ride height. We also installed a Magnuson Super Charger along with a Diablo Power Programmer bringing the 6.1 Hemi to 575 Hp. To get the sound right we added a new exhaust installed with Flow Master Mufflers. We also took the factory Wheels and Powder Coated them black for a one-off look. This is an exceptionally well handling car that looks as good as it performs. I have over $75,000.00 invested in this car. It is being offered for $36,500.00.


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Our Odee benches are powder coated, creating a hard finish that is tougher than conventional paint. This makes them suitable for the indoor or outdoor use. To preserve your furniture we recommend all items are covered up during the winter months and pieces are wiped down at at regular intervals to avoid moisture build up.
|Product SKU||Dimensions (H x W x D)||Weight (kg)||Size for Returns|
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Local metal workers skilfully solder around the glass using traditional techniques. This handmade process means that there are weld marks on the joins of each piece, an honest feature that we love as it tells the story of how the product is made.Discover more
The materials we work with shape our collections and play a key part in our look and values. We choose to work with natural, recycled and reclaimed materials through sustainable methods of production. Whether it’s the makers’ distinctive style, the character of the piece or the inspiration behind its origins, there’s always more to tell than meets the eye. Every product has a story...

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Tom Hanks & Wiz Khalifa pose for Christmas card on 'Jimmy Kimmel'
PHOTO: Kim Kardashian shows off post-baby bikini body
Rihanna's already received more Xmas presents than you will
Meet Jay Z's biggest celebrity fans
President Obama takes selfies too!
Kim Kardashian channels her idol, Liz Taylor
WATCH: Jamie Foxx, Quvenzhane Wallis and 'Annie' cast sing 'Tomorrow!'
Jay Z dedicates song to Nelson Mandela at LA Concert
WATCH: President Obama's full tribute to Nelson Mandela
Lamar Odom receives three years probation in DUI plea deal


The Horrible Green Cloud - A pop-up book for children [Read more]
The Horrible Green Cloud - A Pop-Up Book for Children (Cover)
This book is about a gaseous green cloud that escapes a factory and starts haunting a town called Pixelia. This book aims to educate young children about the effects of our actions on the environment and what can be done to prevent the damage being done. In its whimsical, spooky, interactive and enthralling manner, this book has the potential to become one of the children's favourite. With a different pop-up mechanism used on each page, the user is engaged and captivated in the book, thus grasping knowledge effectively. Kindly first refer to the youtube URL given at the end to understand the story better and see the pop-ups in action.
Showcasing a V-fold mechanism are the city buildings made in forced perspective to showcase its sinister and impactful influence on the village. The entire book has a set theme of a combination of hand-painted illustrations with digital illustrations. These two styles are combined and blended in a way that goes well with the pop-up mechanisms and the story presented.
A pull-tab mechanism was used here. The spread shows a normal chimney at first. On pulling the tab it then reveals the blast that happened at the chimney. This mechanism fits well to add a surprise element of the blast. The revelation of the blast through the pull-tab surprises the user about the ghastly nature of the blast.
The spread contains a V-fold mechanism combined with a Parallel fold mechanism. This mechanism is used to depict the street houses and the monster in an upright position. The V-fold mechanism acts as a base for the parallel fold mechanism which enables to showcase the gigantic monster standing tall on the streets of Pixelia.
In this spread, the monster outside the window is revealed after the curtain is pulled using a pull-tab mechanism. The action of drawing the curtain is correlated with the action of pulling the tab, hence giving a sense of manipulating a miniature curtain.
To showcase the windmill and solar panel being built into existence, the waterfall card mechanism is used to depict a rotating gear. After the gear completes its rotation, the solar panel and windmill are seen appearing from the bottom going upwards. This mechanism shows the rotating gear depicting work in progress and the completion of that rotation to the completion of the work, thus revealing the completed solar panel and windmill.
In this spread, a mountain fold mechanism is used to showcase the magical nature of the sparkles flying. The rotating mountain fold gives a unique magical appeal to the sparkling light crystals produced by the solar panel to defeat the monster.
In the final spread, the solar panel and the windmill can be seen flying up in the air with the help of a zigzag pull tab.
Each pop-up mechanism used in this book is different from another, hence making the book enthralling.
A visual designer with a flair for creating appealing designs that serve their purpose for a higher good
I have completed my Masters in 'Graphic design and Visualisation' from Loughborough University. I have always pushed my limits to experiment with varied ideas, hence producing designs that are beyond the ordinary. My motive is to create designs that are not only alluring but also serve to provide changes for a higher purpose that this world needs. As designers, it is our duty to produce work that challenges our creativity to push our limits beyond the norm of appealing and visually correct designs. It is upon us to incorporate this norm along with the righteous principles aiming to better the world. For this reason, I chose to work on the pop-up book which aimed to educate children about climate change, the effects of our actions and what can be done to improve the situation. This highly sensitive topic was depicted in a whimsical story format with the interactivity of a pop-up book to captivate the children, thus putting the message across in a fun and effective manner. For this project, I tried acquiring various new skills to accomplish my goal of producing an effective output. I tried to overcome the limitations of the current difficult times and intended to deliver an output with utmost proficiency.
The Horrible Green Cloud - A pop-up book for children
In my final year (2019) of my bachelor's in graphic design at 'Symbiosis Institute of Design', I was given the 'Best Degree Project Award' for my work. This award was for a project where I had designed and engineered the working of three different games for both, partially and completely visually impaired children.
In the third year (2018) of my bachelor's degree, one of the logos that I had designed was chosen to be displayed in an exhibition on 'The International Typography Day', alongside other notable works of some renowned designers.


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Your voice is urgently needed to end human rights abuses at the notorious detention centre at Guantánamo Bay, Cuba. Like you, we can't believe it's still open, still making a mockery of human rights.
You’ve probably seen the headlines: shocking human rights concerns including torture, arbitrary detention, secret detention, ill-treatment, renditions and unfair trials.
It's so important that you sign the petition. Ten years on from those first detainees arriving in the aftermath of 9/11, more than 150 people still remain in captivity. Most are in indefinite detention without charge or trial.
President Obama has already broken his promise to close Guantánamo, and he recently signed the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which allows horrific detention provisions. The US government needs to meet its human rights obligations. Ten years is simply too long – your voice is needed to end a decade of damage to human rights.
Will you sign our petition today? We will deliver it to President Obama before his 2012 State of the Union address.

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Report: ‘Miss Zim nude pics went viral’
Miss Zimbabwe, who was due to contest the Miss World Pageant in London, has stepped down.
The Miss Zimbabwe Trust has not disclosed the reason for the resignation, but state media is alleging nude pictures of the model were posted on social media and went viral.
In a statement, the Miss Zimbabwe Trust said Miss Zimbabwe Thabiso Phiri stepped down for what it called "peculiar and personal" reasons.
The trust said Phiri's resignation is a prerequisite to both the Miss Zimbabwe and Miss World pageants, but it said no undue influence had been brought to bear on the model.
But the state-run Sunday Mail claims today that Phiri resigned after pictures, including one showing her topless went viral on social media platforms this week.
The paper is claiming the 22-year-old law student took the pictures of herself and sent them to a boyfriend, who then posted them online.
The Sunday Mail reports it has seen at least one of the pictures.


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Confirming this development to ET, Vistara said Singh will be leaving the airline on January 15, 2021.
“ …Ravinder Pal Singh has decided to step down from his role at Vistara to pursue new interests, and his last working day at Vistara will be 15 January 2021. As a key member of the company's senior leadership, Ravinder has been instrumental in Vistara's success, having built a modern, world-class, robust technology foundation for the airline. I wish him every success in all his future endeavours,” the airline said in a statement quoting its CEO Leslie Thng.
This would be a second top level exit in the airline in a little over a year. In December 2019, its then Chief strategy and commercial officer Sanjiv Kapoor had resigned from the airline. Kapoor was replaced by Vinod Kannan, who took responsibilities of key revenue functions of the airline during a period, when COVID impacted and continued to impact airline companies across the globe.
While the airline has not announced Singh’s replacement yet, airline executives said that Singh has been instrumental in all the key technical endeavours of the airline, thus, providing an edge over its peers.
In an email to employees, Singh talked about the message from Vistara’s founding CEO Phee Teik Yeoh and hoped that the airline will continue to work with the same vision under the current CEO.
“We are a beautiful airline but not a perfect organisation, not yet! and I am sure all of you will strive to make Vistara Great, really-really Great Institution,” Singh’s mail to the employees read.
“Few years back, on his last working day an emotional Founding CEO (and my dear friend) told me that "... Ravi as founding CIO you need to ensure that Vistara's technology and innovation thoughtfulness creates a rich legacy which will be difficult if not possible to match in the near future.." I am certain that the current CEO and my successor will fulfil that vision and its hunger with unmatched zeal and excellence,” the email, seen by ET, read.
Vistara, which has a fleet of 45 aircraft, including 35 Airbus A320, two Airbus A321neo, six Boeing 737-800NG, and two Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner aircraft, is the second Indian airline apart from Air India with firm plans to connect various international destinations in Europe and Americas. The airline has recently announced flights to connect Germany to India under Bubble arrangements and has plans to connect other destinations in Europe too.

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text: I went to Barney's today hoping to buy my Plomb/Steel part time with SGH, but alas, they only ordered the steel with gold , argghh. Sadly, today I left empty handed but with something on hold from S/S that I LOVE and am also thinking of something in Ocean. Anyway, I was shocked at how much I loved the colors in person compared to the pictures. Even the greatest pictures here do not do them justice. Ocean: I LOVED it, even though I was slightly underwhelmed with the photos initially. It is stunning with SGH. Very pretty blue. Tomato: I was most surprised at my reaction to this color. It is bright, yet sophisticated and oddly, it has warmth within the brightness. I saw a rh Day that was tdf and a city with SGH. Love! I am getting a coin purse in tomato. Olive: I think my favorite of the darker neutrals, it was lovely and the leather was awesome. Looked good with both gold and silver and naturally, rh! Me want in rh, Work style! Steel, it is just awesome. I also was underwhelmed with the pics but irl, it is truly great. I was so upset to see they had only rh and Gold, but the color is not black at all, it is like graphite, blue undertones, in light it is trying to be metallic in a very small way. I WILL get one with SGH! You could easily have black and steel and have two very distinct bags with a different character each of their own. Mastic: VERY pretty for those of you searching for a warm and golden hued version of sandstone. Looked lovely, as expected, with GH. Cinnamon was just lovely and smooshy! Black with SGH, very classic and pretty. The new GH or SGH flat messenger is an awesome bag. I am tall, and on the longest setting, it hung very nicely. However, I like them longer. Good news though, there are inches left on the strap that additional holes could be made and it would be nice and long! Didn't see the step, yet! Sorry if I forgot something, hope this info is remotely helpful to someone.

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text: My wife and I stopped in after church. We cam at the changeover time from breakfast to lunch. We both had a bowl of soup. My wife had the clam chowder and I had the tomato a basil. Both we great and they were servers while we waited for our sandwiches. I had the fried chicken panini with tomato and bacon. It was great, one of,the better sandwiches I have had. We both enjoyed our meal. I would highly recommend. The best part, no wait and the service was great!


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[Think Ten] – Santa Clarita Valley residents Ramon Hamilton and Jennifer Fischer’s small production company, Think Ten Media Group, is spreading it wings and successfully expanding it reach with its latest multi-award winning film and a new film program for youth.
This month the duo wraps a successful 6-week stretch with their latest film, SMUGGLED, a touching narrative drama that tells the story of a 9-year-old boy and his mother being smuggled into the U.S. beneath a tour bus. The film performed well on the festival circuit in 2012 with 5 “Best of” Awards and 15 selections. Over the last six weeks, the film will have screened eight different times at universities, colleges and independent film theaters throughout the country – with events in 4 different states. Writer/Director Ramon Hamilton has been at attendance at all of the events to discuss the film and is excited that this whirlwind tour will end in the Santa Clarita Valley as the SCVi Charter School hosts a free screening of the film for the SCV Community.
The screening will be held Nov. 21 at 7 p.m. at the Etta James Theater at SCVi Charter School, located at 28060 Hasley Canyon in Castaic and is open to the public.
Think Ten Media Group is also expanding its film’s reach through some innovative distribution approaches that include university outreach. Prestigious institutions like the University of Notre Dame and Emory University and several others have purchased copies. Plus, they’ve decided to give the film away for free. Individuals can learn more about how to get their free digital copies through http://www.getsmuggled.com/#!free/c1x7y, a secret web link.
Think Ten Media Group also has a digital arts education division, Generation Arts, that has conducted programs at several schools throughout the Santa Clarita Valley and, most recently, conducted a one-of-a-kind, special program for cancer patients of Children’s Hospital-Los Angeles.
“I actually have Tony Newhall to thank for our success with this program as he introduced me to key individuals at Henry Mayo Hospital who then directed me to Children’s Hospital LA, since Henry Mayo does not have a treatment center for children with cancer,” Fischer states. “I love how our local community continues to help us grow and build the work that we do.”
This coming weekend, the first film project created through the innovative program, called Spotlight On Hope, will be shown at the prestigious School of Theater, Film and Television at UCLA. Over a three day period in September, patient participants crafted a story for their short film, shot and acted in the film and created backgrounds and props for the Green Screen project while also learning basic film editing techniques. This coming weekend, the participants and their families will see the completed film for the first time at a special red carpet premiere hosted by UCLA’s School of Theater, Film and Television. The duo are really excited about this premiere event and the possibility of making this an ongoing program.
Spotlight on Hope Camp Red Carpet Film Premiere
What: Film Premiere & Red Carpet Event for Children’s Hospital-LA Camp Participants
Where: School of Theatre, Film and Television at the University of California – Los Angeles
When: November 17, 5-6:30 p.m.
Fischer and Hamilton are excited about the growth they are seeing for their company and about the successful base they have built in the Santa Clarita Valley. They are currently developing Think Ten Media Group’s next projects, a narrative film piece exploring solitary confinement, a feature-length film following a band of foster children traveling across the country to reunite one of the kid’s with their mother who has been deported, and an eBook about a child whose bravery saves the world. Academy Award-Winning Producer Jonathan Sanger has come aboard as an executive producer on both of their next film projects.
For additional information about the work of Think Ten Media Group and Ramon Hamilton, please visit www.thinktenmediagroup.com or email Jennifer Fischer at Jennifer@thinktenmediagroup.com.


This paper presents solutions for critical problems in Japan’s DEMO (JA DEMO), which include common DEMO design issues beyond ITER-relevant technologies. The highlights of this design study are (i) system design for electric power generation, (ii) remote maintenance concept to attain a high plant availability, and (iii) novel concept for water-cooled pebble bed blanket and tritium recovery. The proposed concept as JA DEMO will be the foundation for Japan’s DEMO that can be envisioned in the next stage of ITER.
The pre-conceptual design of JA DEMO has been proposed by adding the technology outlook of ITER and JT-60SA. JA DEMO has a relatively large major radius Rp = 8.5 m for long-pulse operation and a relatively low fusion power Pfus = 1.5 GW for divertor heat removal [A]. The cooling water for DEMO is operated at the PWR (Pressurized Water Reactor) water conditions of 15.5 MPa and 290 ºC-325 ºC. In this paper, we state the following three issues of JA DEMO design; (i) in order to evaluate the electric power output, it is necessary to clarify the design of the cooling system and the heat balance of the primary heat transfer system (PHTS), and the power consumptions of the pumping power in the PHTS, the freezing power for the superconducting coil, the injected heating power for plasma operation, etc., (ii) in order to develop a remote maintenance scheme (RMS) for the replacement of large components in the high dose area, the movement line of remote handling (RH) device must be arranged to maintain the soundness of the device based on the shutdown dose map of JA DEMO, and (iii) in order to develop a blanket concept with the capabilities of high tritium (T) productivity and pressure tightness, it is necessary to obtain a high packing factor up to 80 % with binary packing and to recover the T generated in the packing area without retention. Approaches to resolve these design issues and remained challenges are presented in the following sections.
2. Evaluation of electric power output
The electric generation systems for JA DEMO is developed without intermediate heat exchanger. This is because T permeation through the steam generator to the secondary cooling system in the PHTS is found to be less than the restricted amount of T disposal for pressurized water reactors in Japan [B]. Here, the generator output was evaluated to be 640 MW with the thermal efficiency 34.4 %. The power consumption was analyzed to evaluate the electric power output. To evaluate the pumping power in the PHTS, the intricate cooling system was designed in consideration of suitable configurations of the systems for the PHTS such as steam generator, pressurizer, etc. as shown in Fig. 1. The pumping power of the cooling system in the PHTS was evaluated to be 71 MW. Since the design concept of the superconducting coil is basically same with to that of ITER, it is determined by scaling the freezing power in ITER as 91 MW. In the NBI system of the heating and current drive (H&CD), the neutralization efficiencies of the photon and gas neutralizers are assumed to be 90 % (theoretical value) and 56 % (ITER technology), respectively. Here, the neutralizer method makes a difference in the power consumption of 118 MW. Hence, the total power consumption was found to be 386 MW with the photon neutralizer, and the electric output was evaluated to be 254 MWe as summarized in a table of Fig. 1.
3. Remote maintenance scheme in the high dose environment
The RMS is as follows for the JA DEMO: after cutting of a cooling pipes in the maintenance ports, the blanket segments and divertor cassettes integrated with shielding plugs (SP) are replaced through vertical upper ports and bottom ports, respectively, as shown in Fig. 2. The major tasks in RMS for JA DEMO have been how to replace large-scale components and how to implement the maintenance work in the high radiation environment. In the previous studies, we had focused mainly on the construction method for stably replacing large-scale components which weighs 100 tons and stands 10 meters high as shown in Fig. 2. We found that if plant availability was expected to reach about 70% which is the requirement of JA DEMO, the blanket segments must be replaced in parallel from 4 out of 16 ports. We also found out the characterizations of RMS in the high radiation environment [C]. By arranging SPs, the dose rate of the points for cutting and re-welding cooling pipes in the maintenance ports can be reduced to about ~ 0.1 Gy/h as shown in Fig. 2(a). However, when the outboard blanket segments and the divertor cassettes with the SP were removed together, the dose rate in these maintenance ports increases to 100 Gy/h at the maximum as shown in Fig. 2(b). Here, the dose rate in the vacuum vessel of ITER during maintenance is evaluated to be 250Gy/h according to the requirements for remote handling of the shielding blanket. Therefore, maintenance techniques developed for ITER such as pipe cutting or re-welding are applicable to the JA DEMO in terms of the spatial dose rate.
4. Blanket concept and tritium recovery
The conceptual design of the breeding blanket of honeycomb structure, which has pressure tightness against in-box loss-of-coolant accidents in a water-cooled solid breeder, has been developed as shown in Fig. 3(a). As honeycomb structure is higher in pressure tightness than square prism structure, the area for filling the mixed pebbles breeder of Li2TiO3 pebbles and Be12Ti ones can be enlarged. From the results of the 3D neutronics analysis, the target of the overall TBR (>1.05) would be achievable. To achieve the TBR target, it is necessary to fill the packing factor to 80% by binary packing. However, there is a concern that the amount of T retained in the breeding area may increase due to pressure drop. To avoid T retention in the breeding area, the flow of He-purge gas is arranged by using three inflow points of He-purge gas near the first wall. Then the retention of T was resolved as shown in Fig. 3(b).
[A] Y. Sakamoto et al., 27th IAEA Int. Conf. on Fusion Energy (2018) FIP/3-2
[B] R. Hiwatari et al., Fusion Eng. Des. 143 (2019) 259-266
[C] Y. Someya et al., Fusion Eng. Des. 124 (2017) 615-618
|Affiliation||National Institutes for Quantum and Radiological Science and Technology|
|Country or International Organization||Japan|


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I first studied English at Somerville College, Oxford, before turning to cinema and taking a diploma (Birkbeck), MA (Westminster) and then PhD (Warwick) in film. My thesis at Warwick was on filmic strategies for representing virginity in 1950s Hollywood, considering the emergence of the then-topical figure, the desirous virgin, and contrasting this figure with the sexually experienced Career Woman, often played by Doris Day.
Having taught part-time sessions at Birkbeck and Warwick, I began teaching film full-time in September 2003 at Buckinghamshire Chilterns University College. In 2006 I joined the film department at Oxford Brookes and in 2007 arrived at Kent.
Between leaving Oxford and starting at BCUC (now Bucks New University) I worked as Administrator for an architectural charity, and then was Managing Editor for a social science journal, Human Relations, for nearly a decade. This latter job provided me with a useful range of skills transferable to academia, including giving me a very sharp proof-reading eye.
In my work I am always interested in challenging assumptions and questioning tired truisms. My 2013 monograph therefore posed as a central question, amongst others, “Why do we assume Doris Day always plays a virgin?” In previous work (the edited collection Virgin Territory, 2010, and the 2007 Rock Hudson article) I examined what ‘playing a virgin’ might mean and consist of; in Doris Day Confidential: Hollywood, Sex and Stardom (2013) I turned my attention to how this dominant idea was initiated and circulated, through studying the film fan periodicals which advanced and then froze Day’s stardom.
The in-depth examination of the movie magazines this necessitated showed me what a fascinating, and under-researched area these magazines are, and they now form one of main areas of my current interest for research. I am co-editing an edited collection on movie magazines for Iowa University Press, arising out the conference I co-organised in Ghent in November 2015. This was the first major event held by my research network, NoRMMA.
My previous monograph, Hollywood Catwalk, examined the role of the sartorial transformation in American mainstream film, finding that exactly the same tropes and visual effects had been used to tell the story of the transforming woman since it is usually a woman who changes from the beginning of Hollywood until the most recent examples. My interest in the symbolic and narrative functions of costume, as well as its ability to give audience members enormous pleasure, continues to feed into my research and informs my current teaching on the Gothic.
Overall I have four main areas of interest, all of which are approached from a historical point of view, all of which involve Hollywood cinema and many of which overlap. These are:
Genre, especially romantic comedy - see, for example, my first monograph, subsequent chapters and articles, and my latest book, the BFI Classic on When Harry Met Sally… (2015) - and the Gothic – I created a module on this in 2010 and have taught it since then, and am currently co-editing a collection on The Gothic Heroine on Screen for Routledge (forthcoming 2018).
Film costume – my on-going interest in film costume has resulted in my 2013 monograph, Hollywood Catwalk, and several chapters, including the recent one on costume in “The New Hollywood (1981-1999)” in Adrienne McLean (ed), Costume, Makeup and Hair, Rutgers University Press.
Stars and stardom – work in this area mostly centres around Doris Day, as per various articles, conference papers and the monograph Doris Day Confidential: Hollywood, Sex and Stardom (2013).
Movie magazines – this is my latest area of research, arising out of the work for the Doris Day book. In 2013 I was involved in an exhibition on these publications at the library of the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences in Los Angeles, which travelled to Kent in autumn 2014. It was a privilege to explore the Library’s extensive periodical collection and to select some of its gems for display. I have also presented conference papers on movie magazines and in autumn 2014 established an international network of researchers interested in these publications, NoRMMA. We had our first international conference in Ghent in 2015, and an edited collection will be published from this.
As a Hollywoodian, I teach modules in American cinema, and, as a historian, I attempt in all of them to return the films studied to their particular historical and social contexts. Close analysis of individual scenes and moments therefore sits alongside historical contextualization in my seminars. All my current teaching at Kent links to my research interests, ensuring that students are being taught with up-to-date knowledge and real passion in areas that particularly fascinate me.
Previous modules I have taught at Kent include Film Style, and a module looking at the work of Female Performers. In Film Style we worked not only to discuss and analyse the specific aspects of each film being examined (such as performance, camera work, sound, mise-en-scene, costume) but also to put this in its precise time period, so that, for example, The Public Enemy (1931) was viewed in line with contemporary developments in sound technology and Footlight Parade (1933) in the context of the Hays Code. In the performance module we sought to address the performance modes and actions of the female performers studied but also to look at how their performances fitted – or clashed – with then-contemporary assumptions about appropriate behaviour, goals and desires for women.
Currently my modules include The Gothic in Film, an undergraduate course that continues my fascination with specific historical contextualization and combines it with tracing the persistence of tropes and images concerning the figure of the Woman in Jeopardy. I also teach the Masters module Film History, in which students and I explore various ways to conduct historical investigations of film topics.
I am particularly interested in supervising projects in the following areas: movie magazines; stardom, and performance, especially of female actors; film genres, especially romantic comedy and the Gothic; film costume.
Currently I am supervising several PhDs on different aspects of Hollywood stardom, one on British contemporary horror, one on movie magazines and a M-Res on costume.


The next electric car revolution will be as fast as the time it takes to recharge the batteries of the vehicles that are preparing to invade the world. Filling up with petrol does not take more than two or three minutes, while at present it takes several hours to fully charge a new generation vehicle.
Nissan is only the latest among the companies that, in order of time, have worked to progressively 'break down' this time frame: the latest method developed requires only 10 minutes to fully charge an electric car.
HOW DID WE GET THERE? - The result seems to have been obtained by inserting the electrodes inside a capacitor containing vanadium oxide and tungsten to enhance its yield: this is the bad part of the news, given that this kind of technology seems a decade away from the current industrial capabilities of companies. To be objective it will take 5 years in the best of hypotheses to produce and distribute such a solution on a large scale.
In any case, it is certain that recharging times will be reduced in the medium term, and that it will be possible to 'fill up' with electricity at the same time (who knows, maybe one day it will take even less) necessary to fill up with petrol. the tanks of our prehistoric cars.


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Acupuncture & Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is a holistic medicine that originated in China about 5000 years ago and is now widely practiced worldwide.
Acupuncture is based on the concept of qi (pronounced "chee"), which is our energy and life force. Qi flows through our bodies in meridians and is in every living thing. Acupuncture works to balance the flow of qi in order to facilitate the body to heal itself.
Acupuncture works on several different levels. It is a very complex system based on acupuncture points and meridians, organs, seasons, and many other components.
Acupuncture meridians are well-defined pathways that conduct the flow of qi, or bioelectric energy. Acupuncture points are locations on the meridians where qi comes to the surface, making it easily accessible. Acupuncture treatment uses thin, sterile needles, which are inserted into carefully selected acupuncture points along the meridians of the body. This stimulates the flow of energy and removes blockages so that qi can be dispersed and regulated. When qi is flowing properly throughout the body, balance is restored and improved health results. The treatment plan may also include herbal medicine, bodywork and nutrition.
The Western View
When thin acupuncture needles are applied through the skin, it signals the circulatory, nervous, lymphatic, endocrine and immune systems. These are the crucial processes involved in order for the body to heal. Our bodies work as a dynamic electrical system, constantly relaying messages. The body strives to maintain a healthy homeostasis. When it is out of balance, it works to re-establish this homeostasis. Acupuncture facilitates this process. Acupuncture also stimulates endorphins, which decrease pain and increase a sense of well-being.
What can acupuncture treat?
Acupuncture is a holistic medicine, meaning that it views the body as an interconnected system. Therefore, it can be used to treat almost any condition and can also be used as a preventative measure.
Acupuncture is used to treat:
Pain and injury
Arthritis and fibromyalgia
Women's health conditions
Immune system support
Addictions/Recovery (smoking, alcohol, drugs)
In addition to acupuncture, your treatment plan may also include electro-acupuncture, moxabustion, herbal formulas, nutritional advice or massage. Or you may be referred to another health care provider if necessary.
What happens during my acupuncture office visit?
The first time you come in we will discuss your primary concerns and your health history. We will discuss your primary reason for seeking acupuncture and your overall health such as your sleep patterns, emotional health and digestion. Your pulse will be taken on both wrists and your tongue will be examined, which helps assess your health using traditional Chinese diagnostic methods.
With this information a diagnosis will be developed based on TCM. Then we will develop a treatment plan, which will include acupuncture treatment and possibly herbs, nutrition advice, bodywork and/or lifestyle advice.
Other techniques that may be used include electro-acupuncture (similar to TENS), cupping, moxabustion, ear acupuncture, and infrared heat. Your acupuncturist will always explain the use of any treatment method.
Your treatment will always focus on your primary concerns, but because TCM is a holistic medicine, your entire health profile will be taken into account.
Is acupuncture safe?
Acupuncture is very safe. Only sterile, disposable needles are used. Acupuncture licensure requires completion of the "Clean Needle Technique" exam and training in sterile technique. There are virtually no side effects.
Is acupuncture effective?
Acupuncture has been shown to be effective for thousands of years in China and throughout the world. Acupuncture has also been shown to be effective in many studies published in academic journals. Acupuncture is accepted by the World Health Organization (WHO) to treat a variety of conditions.
Does acupuncture hurt?
Usually not. Acupuncture needles are very thin, sterile, stainless steel, disposable, and about the diameter of a human hair. When they are inserted the patient usually feels a tingling or a dull sensation that dissipates. Sometimes you will feel a momentary sharp sensation. However, everyone is different in their sensitivity to the needles. Some people feel them more than others. Following treatments it is common for the patient to feel a sense of relaxation, and/or enhanced energy.
Are there side effects?
There are no unpleasant side effects from acupuncture treatment. It will also not interfere with any other medical treatment you may be receiving. Acupuncture can actually enhance other medical treatments by addressing side effects from other treatments or medications and by helping the body to heal even further. Occasionally, you will get a minor bruise or feel slightly light-headed.
When can I expect results?
This is a somewhat difficult question to answer. It depends on a variety of factors including how long you have had a condition, your age and overall health, and the type of condition we are addressing. As a very rough estimate you should allow at least eight weekly visits to give us an idea about how it will help you. However, some patients see results after only one visit. It also depends on your compliance with the treatment plan.
Some conditions may be alleviated very rapidly. However, some conditions will be relieved only with slow, steady progress. Each person responds differently. As a general rule, the longer you have had a condition, the longer it takes to heal.
Is there a religious or spiritual affiliation with acupuncture or Chinese medicine?
No. Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine is a medical system that is not affiliated with any religious or spiritual practice.

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Casinos have long been synonymous with entertainment, glamour, and the thrill of winning big. Whether it’s the iconic slot machines, the strategic allure of poker, or the spinning wheel of fortune at the roulette table, casinos have carved a unique niche in the world of entertainment. In this article, we’ll explore the history, evolution, and the contemporary landscape of casinos, delving into the shift from traditional brick-and-mortar establishments to the digital realm of online gaming.
The Historical Roots:
The roots of casinos can be traced back centuries, with some of the earliest gambling establishments emerging in ancient China. Over time, casinos evolved and found their way into various cultures, with the saloons of the American Wild West becoming iconic symbols of chance and risk. As the years progressed, casinos transformed into opulent resorts, complete with luxury amenities, entertainment shows, and fine dining, attracting visitors from around the globe.
The Rise of Online Casinos:
The late 20th century witnessed a significant shift in the casino landscape with the advent of online gaming. The internet allowed enthusiasts to enjoy their favorite games from the comfort of their homes. This shift democratized gambling, making it accessible to a broader audience. Online casinos offer a wide array of games, from classic table games to innovative slot machines, providing a virtual counterpart to the traditional casino experience.
The advancement of technology has Kubet77 played a pivotal role in shaping the modern casino experience. Virtual reality (VR) and augmented reality (AR) technologies are pushing the boundaries, providing an immersive and realistic gaming environment. Live dealer games bridge the gap between the online and offline worlds, allowing players to interact with real dealers in real-time, enhancing the social aspect of gambling.
In recent years, the rise of mobile gaming has further transformed the casino industry. Players can now access their favorite games on smartphones and tablets, allowing for unprecedented convenience. Mobile apps and responsive websites have made it possible for individuals to play on the go, adding a new dimension to the casino experience.
While casinos offer entertainment and the possibility of winning big, the industry is increasingly focusing on responsible gaming practices. Measures such as self-exclusion programs, deposit limits, and awareness campaigns aim to promote a healthy and mindful approach to gambling.
The Future Landscape:
Looking ahead, the casino industry is poised for continued evolution. Cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, and innovations in artificial intelligence are likely to shape the future of casinos. Decentralized platforms and smart contracts could provide transparent and secure transactions, while AI algorithms might enhance personalized gaming experiences.
Casinos, whether traditional or online, continue to captivate audiences worldwide. The allure of chance, entertainment, and the potential for big wins ensures that casinos remain a dynamic and evolving aspect of our entertainment landscape. As technology continues to advance, the casino experience will undoubtedly undergo further transformations, offering new opportunities and challenges for both operators and players alike.


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In our Four Seasons’ Childcare rooms, one of the many activities we like to encourage is coloring. All ages are encouraged to color. It doesn’t matter if they stay in the lines or scribble. Studies have found coloring to have many developmental benefits for any aged child as written in the link to the article below, “The Benefits of Coloring.” Studies are also now finding many benefits to Kids who color as well. “Coloring definitely has therapeutic potential to reduce anxiety, create focus or bring [about] more mindfulness,” says Mary grace Siberian, a certified Art Therapist and the Clinical Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Graduate Art Therapy Program at NYE.
So what exactly are these numerous benefits to coloring pages? The following article will take you through some of the various benefits that can be had for your child’s education and development thanks to these simple learning devices.
Below are the best benefits of coloring page which allow kids to get the best knowledge and also allow them to enjoy learning in the best ways. So spend some time this week with your child coloring, creating and sharing the experience – you will both benefit from this worthwhile activity!
Toys and tools for kids who love to color and ways to incorporate coloring into kids daily lives to work on so many functional skills like fine motor, grasp, visual perceptual.
Related Read: Read about how we worked on carryover of pencil grasp and strengthened fine motor skills and so many other areas with our 3 Crayon Challenge activity.
I love coloring, even now that am Kids . Back then, coloring is part of our discipline exercise – coloring and not crossing each lines is a challenge, but I made it!
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Which Joe gave his name to ‘sloppy joes’? We look at five interesting sandwiches and their lexical origins.
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Once you have the basic knot in place, it’s time to create a slip knot. It’s good to count the stitches on every row while you knit. A smaller diameter needle should be used with finer yarn. Constructing an item with squares does mean you will need to bind them together somehow in the end. 10. I used 4 (10.5 oz) skeins of Bernat Blanket Big Yarn in the color Gray. It's about the only way to make sure you don't lose stitches when making something with a lot of them. I don't knit, but when I purchased the wool, I was trying to ask questions and all the wool purchased is natural color. A blanket with 210 stitches will be about 4 ft (1.2 m) wide. It has the warmth of wool but is softer on the skin. Yes and no. It all depends on the size needle, the yarn weight and whether you’re a tight knitter or loose knitter. Steps to follow when making a blanket. For striped blankets, you can alternate your yarn color to make them interesting to look at. Your material can be tube yarn, wool, and chenille. This knitting chart for the letter A is a perfect way to star your alphabet! This type of construction dictates how most patterns are written. Blanket is knit back and forth in rows just as if knitting with straight needles. Now it's time to knit the foundation rows of the blanket. Step 1: CHOOSE YARN & NEEDLES Create swatch by knitting a small square with your desired yarn and needle, say 10 - 20 stitches and a number of rows to equal the same width in height. Knit blanket patterns are also excellent reasons to pick up a pair of circular knitting needles for the first time, just to accommodate the large number of stitches and get used to the way they feel in your hands before facing the dreaded hat or infinity scarf. Then measure how many stitches per inch you have, and how many rows per inch. This will help you determine the best method for washing it. wikiHow, Inc. is the copyright holder of this image under U.S. and international copyright laws. These knitted blanket patterns will have you hurrying home to bundle up every night. They're long enough to hold a whole blanket and the size 8 is perfect for any worsted weight yarn. Some knit tight, some people knit loose, which why it's an important thing to know when you're trying to make something a specific finished size, whether it's a sweater or a cot blanket. When you reach the end of one row, move your empty needle to the side of the row with the working yarn and start again. However, you have two options here. We all wonder how much yarn do I need to knit a sweater or a blanket. When you’ve finished a row, you can move your empty needle back to the side with the working yarn to start a new one. Simply multiply that by how many inches wide you want your final product to be. When they’re all finished, you’ll have an entire blanket! Acrylic and cotton are soft and easy to wash but don't add a lot of warmth. It is also easy to knit squares, and you can do this at night while you are watching television. For tips on how to add stripes to your knit blanket, read on! Cast on enough to make a few inches of the swatch and keep knitting until you have a square. Portability: Again, forgive me for stating the obvious but apart from the initial stages, this is not a very portable project. This knitting chart for the letter B is for all the beautiful babies in your life. A gauge is a method of measuring the circumference of the needles. Measure the width of the resulting square and divide by the number of stitches you cast on. Luckily we have the skills – and the yarn! Louise Powles from Norfolk, England on June 29, 2018: Thanks for the lesson. Thanks to all authors for creating a page that has been read 542,075 times. This will be a garter, seed or other stitch that doesn't curl like stockinette.You will also knit a border on the beginning and end of the row as you continue on to the body. How to knit a basic blanket from knitted squares. Once you’re done, you’ll have a soft, cozy blanket with a fun, funky pattern to snuggle up under. It's soft, comes in many colors and is heavy enough to knit up quickly. Usually the yarn you choose has a the recommended needle size. Step 3: CHOOSE BLANKET SIZE Step 4: ESTABLISH GAUGE Always think about the blanket's recipient when selecting material. A worsted weight knitting project may dry within about a day. The ultra-cozy craft is not only stylish but also super easy to DIY. Katy Medium (author) from Denver, CO on September 06, 2019: Oh I see, so if it's the same number of stitches then you're probably casting on too tight. For making a large blanket, use circular needles. All of them are bulky, chunky, and work perfectly for hand knitting and arm knitting projects. I know some tutorials promise you that you'll be able to make a DIY chunky knit blanket in less than an hour. Pattern (optional). How to knit a basic blanket from knitted squares. A blanket is just a big square or rectangle, so no construction needed – whoop! As far as construction goes, making a blanket is just a bigger version of making a scarf. The yarn you choose will vary based on your preference and the material you want for the blanket. Hope this helps! If desired, set up a small fan to expedite the drying process. This is impossible. The pattern is so simple and comforting you’ll have fun making it *affiliate links have been used below at no extra cost to you. We're calling it now: Super chunky knit blankets are going to be everywhere pretty soon. By using our site, you agree to our. Repeat time and time again, finishing up all the rows until you reach … This is a basic knit stitch, and it’s useful to learn when you’re making blankets, scarves, or hats. This image is not<\/b> licensed under the Creative Commons license applied to text content and some other images posted to the wikiHow website. This cozy finger knit blanket was incredibly easy and fun to make. You can count the stitches after every row to check. You could choose to knit the blanket in garter stitch, which makes a nice squishy fabric. After you’ve finished the rows of garter stitches, do 20 stitches of knitting, 110 of purling, then another 20 of knitting. Blocking a blanket is simple: wet it with water, arrange it on a flat surface and allow it to dry. Circular needles are great for any blanket project. Choose one of these gorgeous patterns and learn how to knit an afghan blanket! Here is where most of the knitting time is spent. Baby Chalice Blanket. Also weave in the tail from the cast on side of the blanket… Before you start you will need to know a few basic knitting techniques: If you're still learning, a quick YouTube search will give great videos that any beginner can follow along. A simple way to fix this is to slip every first or last stitch in a row. Use thicker needles for chunky yarn. Repeat this pattern until the blanket is as long as you want it, then knit 2 more inches before casting off. Once the border is complete move on to the main body of the blanket. Knitting a patchwork blanket with squares can be really fun. 01 of 26. Be sure that the cable on your circular needles is secure and as you knit, lift and move the blanket itself instead of pulling it by the needles. Do not turn work. Be gentle as chunky yarn can be easily damaged so you have to make sure to avoid that. 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References. Yes, she'll need thick needles and a pattern. 8. This will create a create a border on the other two sides of the blanket as you knit. My results were not ideal, and I was not at all happy with the outcome, or the yarn I used. How many balls of yarn will I need for this project? Finishing includes tying in ends, seaming any pieces together and blocking. This is a great way to practice your basic knit stitch. Gauge lets you know how many stitches per inch you can get based on yarn weight, needle size and your style of knitting.


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The UN's Yemen envoy called on the Security Council Friday to establish a "robust monitoring regime" to ensure a ceasefire at a vital port.
Martin Griffiths told the council that not only is it essential for the mechanism to be set up at Hodaydah "it is also urgently needed."
"At the instruction of the Secretary General relevant departments in New York and elsewhere are already active on the planning for urgent deployment subject to the decisions of this Council," he said.
The warring parties have both agreed it would be welcome, and have asked it be implemented, he said adding that it should be in force "within days."
"Allowing the UN the lead role in the ports is the vital first step," said Griffiths.
Yemen's Houthi rebels and the internationally-recognized government agreed on the ceasefire on Thursday amid ongoing peace talks to end Yemen's devastating conflict.
The UN-brokered talks had begun in the Swedish capital, Stockholm, on Dec. 6 in an effort to end the 4-year military conflict in Yemen.
Saudi Arabia has been leading a coalition of countries against the Houthis since 2015 when Riyadh and its Sunni-Arab allies launched a massive air campaign in Yemen aimed at rolling back Houthi gains that began the year prior.
The Saudi-led campaign in Yemen has devastated the country's infrastructure, including its health and sanitation systems, prompting the UN to describe it as one of the worst humanitarian disasters of modern times.
*Betul Yuruk contributed to this report from the United Nations


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When my son received a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder in May 2017, I knew that there would be an onset of questions from friends and family about what could have caused his Autism. I knew people would tell me his vaccines caused his autism. However, I know with certainty vaccines did not contribute or cause my son’s autism.
When I gave birth to my son, my husband and I went through a crash course in raising a child with disabilities. My son has a neural tube defect. The neural tube is the first portion of the fetus to develop. My son’s neural tube did not fully fuse which caused several issues.
As a result of the neural tube defect, my son has a host of neurological disorders, neuro-muscular issues, and congenital heart disease. Despite extensive testing, we have no idea why the neural tube failed to develop properly. I’ve learned that there is not always an answer to why things happen in the human body.
Instead of searching for a reason for his neural tube defect, we work with doctors to find the best ways to help him. So in May 2017 when he received his autism diagnosis, we applied the same logic.
When psychologists told us that there was an explanation from many of his behaviors, developmental delays, and global motor processing issues, I felt this overwhelming sense of relief.
I knew the Autism wasn’t the cause of the medical problems. However, I knew it was the cause of so many of his difficulties in socializing, sensory processing and his rigid, repetitive behaviors.
Tears fell down my cheeks when he received his Autism diagnosis. To finally have a name for what his struggles provided me immense relief.
Following his diagnosis, our family went public with his diagnosis. After sharing the news, I expected to field a lot of questions. The number one question I got over and over is about vaccines. Friends shared articles, documentaries, and books on the vaccine and autism supposed link.
However, I knew with certainty that vaccines did not cause my son’s autism.
(If you have wondered if there is still a link between vaccines and autism, you can search the internet and find articles on both sides. The truth is the major publications, government and autism support networks all believe Autism and Vaccines do not correlate. Here are a few Articles for your pleasure:
The list above is from reputable sources. The government has done hundreds of studies and has looked at over 1.2 million children to try to see if this link exists. Everything that is found on their end and by private studies is there is no associated link between vaccines and autism.)
Before I had my son, I did watch a movie called “The Greater Good.” The documentary contained compelling anecdotes of parents in the documentary that believe that the MMR caused their child’s Autism.
If someone watching the movie has limited scientific knowledge, the film can easily persuade someone to believe the conspiracy theory. However, the documentary is nothing more than a fear-mongering, biased, anti-vaccine movie that pretends to be a balanced documentary. However, if you have a limited understanding of science, vaccines, or autism, the documentary could persuade you.
In fact, this documentary almost caused me not to vaccinate my child at birth. However, my son spent most of the first four months in the hospital after his birth. During his hospitalization, I spent considerable time with doctors and nurses who taught me about vaccines.
These practitioners helped me understand from a public health standpoint the importance of vaccines and how it prevents the spread of diseases that can cause severe illness and death.
Due to my son’s health, our vaccination schedule was incredibly delayed. Our delays were not because my husband and I wanted to do it, but because he was so sick that he couldn’t get the vaccines on time. Due to the severity of his diseases, his doctors developed a vaccine schedule that would reduce his overall risk of side effects.
Fevers are a common side effect in most infants from vaccines. However, a temperature for my son with Adrenal Insufficiency can kill him if we don’t manage it appropriately. Our pediatrician wrote out a schedule to spread out the vaccines so that he would come in more frequently. She did not want to overload his immune system with too much at once.
The schedule meant he would not get his MMR until he was closer to age two and the pertussis vaccine was several months behind which increased our risk of contracting whooping cough. Unfortunately, he contracted pertussis before becoming fully vaccinated.
At home, my son remained delayed, and we thought it was from his health issues. He had spent a week on life support, and we believed he might have a brain injury. We associated most of his delays to that critical illness.
However, when he was about a year old, he did start to talk. His speech, babbling, and communication were age appropriate and on pace with children his age. He was saying some words, looking at us, engaging with us, and we were hopeful the illness didn’t damage his brain.
Then at about 15 months, all his development stalled. He lost all of his words and most of his communication became grunting or babbling we couldn’t understand. I noticed he would stare at fans, wanted to be in a swing regularly, lined up his toys, didn’t play with toys appropriately, didn’t show empathy to anyone, and didn’t understand basic instructions.
We had him evaluated by Early Childhood Intervention through the school district. The team came to our house, and the speech therapist said the word Autism almost immediately. She watched him line up cars, ignore her instructions, and refuse to make eye contact.
At the time, I was reluctant to see it or believe Autism was there. I shared the information with his doctors, and they also weren’t convinced. We tabled the discussion to give him additional time to catch up.In the midst of all of this, he got his vaccines and was up to schedule. We were already in the thick of therapy by the time he received the vaccines. He got a mild fever, slept most of the day, but there were no marked changes to him by the vaccine.
My son still regresses from time to time. He went from eating by mouth to refusing almost all food and being tube fed. When things change in our lives, I notice he loses skills. I also know the skills aren’t lost, but that he’s not accessing the skills.
Often the skills will return with help from our therapists, or he will eventually get back to doing what he was doing. It’s an aspect of Autism that definitely can be frustrating for a parent because you feel like you make progress and then lose it just as fast.
Regression is not an aspect of my son’s development that is easy to navigate. However, I know that through his therapy team it’s normal. For more on Regression click here: Researchers say regression in autism common, variable, maybe universal
We knew from a very early age he was different, and his difference was evident before vaccines were a part of our lives. The anti-vaccination movement puts out compelling propaganda for the ill-informed. However, their propaganda is based upon no scientific evidence and plays off the fear society has about disabilities.
However, none of their content is scientifically based. Additionally, the study that previously linked autism to vaccines has been discredited, and the doctor lost his medical license.
My son was autistic before he was ever born. Instead of focusing on what caused his autism, we focus on helping our son. In truth, all I want for my son is to have independence and happiness. I have to focus on that as my long-term goal. Due to these goals, I refuse to listen to anyone that tells me vaccines caused my son’s autism.
I encourage any new parent of a diagnosed child to research autism and vaccines. Go to sources that are reputable like the CDC or the National Institute of Health. You will find so much information that will help you understand Autism.
Understanding the disorder is the only way you can help your child. The more you know, the better you can prepare your child for the future.
Children with autism don’t need to be fixed or restored from ‘vaccine damage.’ Our children need patience, acceptance, and love. Vaccines did not cause my son’s autism. Nor do they cause any child’s autism.


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June 29, 2015
GENO, Nev. — One of Alpine County's links to the rest of California reopened on Sunday, a week after it was closed to fight the 17,697-acre Washington Fire.
As of Monday, Highway 4 is open to through traffic only from Ebbetts Pass to the junction of 89 and over to Markleeville. Highway 89 over Monitor Pass remains closed, as does Wolf Creek Road.
Federal lands next to the highways remain under an emergency closure while firefighters work.
According to the U.S. Forest Service, 1,160 firefighters are working the blaze, roughly doubling the population of Alpine County. Among those personnel are 31 hand crews and 52 engines.
Far from hurting, the weather helped a little bit, with light precipitation dropping over the fire area.
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any chance we could get the BO powers sorted out in the power store? so that I don't have to look through every single one to figure out what I want on my Science BO? something like put all Tac Space together and then Tac ground, then Eng Space... ect ect ect. would be very efficient, and probably not to hard to do. Thanks.
Agreed. Sorting skills as well as Klingon versus Fed BOs is a pain.
On top of that: we need another way to get rare BOs. All the skills should be available to everyone in some manner---it shouldn't be a lottery to be competitive in the game. Make them difficult to attain, by all means, but not a random draw. I would go so far as to sell them with the purples based on dailies.
Even just separating powers by Job (i.e. engineering, tactical, science) would have a major impact in finding whatever power I'm looking for. The Alphabetical approach is OK and all, but not very efficient.
I'm surprised they don't have different trainers for each class type. It should be very easy to implement, and would reduce clutter to the point where their current sorting UI would be plenty good enough.


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Author: Friesner, Esther M.
In Iron Age Ireland, Maeve, the fierce, willful youngest daughter of King Eochu of Connacht, is caught in a web of lies after rebelling to avoid fosterage with another highborn family and an arranged marriage.
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School Library Journal - 04/01/2014 Gr 5 Up—In the continuation of her "Princesses of Myth" series (Random House), Friesner has entered new ground taking on the legendary Queen Maeve, best known for her role in the Irish epic "The Cattle Raid of Cooley." This new Maeve is not the vain, competitive, and possessive queen of lore, but instead a clever, spirited, and compassionate princess. As the youngest daughter to the High King of the cherished land of Connacht, readers meet five-year-old Maeve when she makes her claim to a herd of cattle by cutting off a portion of the tail of her father's prize and fearsome bull. The tale, which is a lauded by bards for years to come, paints a different picture of Maeve than how she sees herself as she grows into her teenage years as princess and potential heir of the kingdom. Though not high fantasy, fans of Disney's Brave will be delighted to explore the Celtic landscape with another determined, redheaded princess through similar struggles of maintaining control over her destiny, and being more than a prize to be married off to the highest bidder. Chaste romance and royal life makes this a fun tween and early teen novel, but it is especially appropriate for kids that aren't partial to an action-driven plot. Readers may also be disappointed as budding relationships aren't completely resolved, but that along with other loose ends, leaves the door open for an expected sequel.—Danielle Jones, Multnomah County Library, OR - Copyright 2014 Publishers Weekly, Library Journal and/or School Library Journal used with permission.

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