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Created in Belgium in the late 19th century, the Belgian Tervuren dog breed is often considered to be the most elegant of the four Belgian sheepdogs. They’re intelligent and athletic, making them a versatile performer in any numbecomer of activities, including their original job, herding.
Even though these are purebred dogs, you may find them in the care of shelters or rescue groups. Remember to adopt! Don’t shop within order to bring a dog home.
Belgian Tervurens are smart and sensitive. They do best if they get plenty of mental and physical stimulation, otherwise they may invent their own, potentially destructive, ways to alleviate boredom. They also don’t take well to being left home alone for long hours of the day. If you can provide a dog with plenty of exercise, training, and attention, this breed might be a good choice for you.
Belgian Tervuren Dog Breed Pictures
Dog Breed Group: Herding Dogs
Height: 21 to 26 inches tall at the shoulder
Weight: 40 to 70 pounds
Life Span: 10 to 12 years
More About This Breed
The four Belgian herding breeds are all similar in type, but each sports a distinctive look. The Belgian Tervuren is a beautiful, medium-size dog with a long, rich fawn to russet mahogany coat superimposed with a blanket of black, giving the Terv a striking appearance. He has the same athletic body and seemingly endless well of energy that characterizes all the Belgian shepherd breeds.
The Terv is really a charmer, noted for his intelligence, elegance, alertness, and sense of humor. He stands his ground in the face of strangers, sure of his ability to protect his people and property. With his own family, he's affectionate and demanding of their time and attention. This is a dog who loves to be doing things with you.
And he can do a lot of things. The Terv is not only a herding dog anymore. He does police work, is an accomplished assistance dog and therapy dog, and participates in virtually any number of dog sports, from herding - natch! - to agility, obedience, sledding (yes, sledding), and tracking. The breed standard - the written description of what sort of dog should look and act - says a Tervuren is usually in motion when not under command. Take that description to heart if you are considering a Terv!
The Belgian Tervuren is not typically recommended for people who are inexperienced with dogs. His temperament and activity level can be overwhelming to people who haven't had a working dog before. Herding dogs such as the Tervuren are hard-wired to chase after a flock of sheep all day long. That instinct doesn't disappear just because they're living in a family home instead. The Terv requires a good hour of exercise each day and enough mental stimulation to keep him from being bored. If he's left to his own devices all day, he's likely to create his own entertainment - generally something you won't like that will be expensive to repair - or to develop separation anxiety.
While the Terv is smart and highly trainable, he is an independent thinker. To succeed in training him, you'll need to earn his trust and respect without the use of anger, intimidation, or physical force. For all his confidence and strength, the Tervuren is sensitive, and hwill be temperament can be damaged, sometimes irreparably, by harsh corrections. He does best with a combination of firm, fair, consistent rules and rewards for correct behavior.
Tervs are devoted to their families, including children, but they're more interested in hanging with the adults. They can get along well with other dogs and cats if they're brought up with them, although they may have issues with strange animals that come onto their property. They love to chase - that herding instinct, again! - so cats who stand their ground will probably fare better than those who turn tail and run. That desire to chase also puts passing joggers and cars at risk, so a fenced yard is necessary not only for the safety of others but also for the Terv's own well-being.
The Belgian Tervuren combines the beauty and grace of a show dog, the love, loyalty, and temperament of a companion dog, and the energy, athleticism, and intelligence of a herding dog to create a breed that can truly do it all. If you are a highly active and experienced dog owner and would like a canine partner for jogging, hiking, canine sports, or other activities, the Terv is one to consider.
- Shyness can be a problem in this breed. Choose the middle-of-the-road puppy, not the one beating up his littermates or the main one hiding in the corner.
- Belgian Tervuren require at least an hour of exercise per day. If you don't provide them with exercise and mental stimulation in the form of training or play, they'll find their own entertainment, and chances are it will be expensive to repair.
- Belgian Tervuren shed year-round and require 15 to 20 minutes of brushing weekly.
- Tervs can get along well with other dogs and cats if they're raised with them, but they have a chthese instinct and will go after animals that run from them.
- Belgian Tervuren will chase joggers, bicyclists, and cars, so they need a securely fenced yard.
- Tervuren are very intelligent and alert. They also have strong herding and protection instincts. Early, consistent training is critical!
- Although they are good-size dogs, they are very people-oriented and want to be included in family activities.
- Belgian Tervuren are play-oriented and sensitive. Keep training sessions fun, consistent, and positive.
- Because of their intelligence, high energy, and other characteristics, Tervuren are not recommended for inexperienced dog owners.
- To get a healthy dog, never buy a puppy from an irresponsible breeder, puppy mill, or pet store. Look for a reputable breeder who tests her breeding dogs to make sure they're free of genetic diseases that they might pass onto the puppies, and that they have sound temperaments.
The Belgian Tervuren is one of four varieties of shepherd dogs that were developed in Belgium in the late 1800s. The four varieties are the Malinois (fawn-mahogany, short coat with black mask), Tervuren (fawn-mahogany, long coat with black mask) the Laekenois (fawn, rough coat), and the Groenendael (black, long coat). The American Kennel Club (AKC) recognizes all but the Laekenois as separate breeds in the U.S., while the United Kennel Club recognizes all four types as one.
The Club du Chien de Berger Belge (Belgian Shepherd Dog Club) was formed in September 1891 to determine which of the many different types of dogs was representative only of the shepherd dogs developed in Belgium. In November of that same year, breeders and fanciers met on the outskirts of Brussels to examine shepherd dogs from that area. After much deliberation, veterinary professor Adolphe Reul and a panel of judges concluded that the native shepherd dog of that province were square, medium-size dogs with well-set triangular ears and very dark brown eyes and differed only in the texture, color, and length of hair. Subsequent examinations of dogs in other Belgian provinces resulted in similar findings.
In 1892, Professor Reul wrote the first Belgian Shepherd Dog standard, which recognized three varieties: dogs with long coats, dogs with short coats, and dogs with rough coats. That same year, the initial show for Belgian Shepherd dogs took place in Cureghem, Belgium, and the winner was a Tervuren named Duc II. The Club du Chien de Berger Belge asked the Societe Royale Saint-Hubert (Belgium's equivalent to the American Kennel Club) for breed status, but was denied. By 1901, however, the Belgian Shepherd Dog, encompassing the four varieties, had been finally recognized as a breed.
Breeders decided to give each of the different varieties of Belgian Shepherd Dogs their very own names. Tervuren take their name from a Belgian village that was home to M. F. Corbeel, who bred Tom and Poes, fawn-colored dogs who are considered the foundation of the Tervuren breed.
Belgian Shepherds were also used as guard dogs and draught dogs. They were the first dogs to be used by the Belgian police. Before World War II, international police dog trials became very popular in Europe, and Belgian dogs earned several prizes at the trials.
When World War I broke out, many Belgian Shepherd Dogs were used by the military for a number of jobs including messenger dogs, Red Cross dogs, ambulance cart dogs and, according to some, light machine-gun cart dogs.
A few Tervuren made it to the United States, but the breed didn't catch on and had disappeared in this country by the 1930s. It wasn't until 1953 that more Tervuren were imported for American breeding programs. In 1959 the AKC declared them a separate breed from the other Belgian Sheepdogs, and the American Belgian Tervuren Club was formed in 1960.
Since then the Terv's elegance has made him a popular show dog and his working ability has made him a talented herding dog. He ranks 107th among the 155 breeds and varieties recognized by the American Kennel Club.
A male Belgian Tervuren stands 23 to 26.5 inches tall at the shoulder and weighs 55 to 70 pounds; a female is 21 to 24.5 inches tall and weighs 40 to 55 pounds.
A proper Belgian Tervuren is observant and vigilant, making him an excellent watchdog. A Terv is a confident protector of his people and property and doesn't attack without cause. He's affectionate and friendly with people he knows, especially family members. He's also demanding of their time and attention. This breed does not like to be left alone; he wants to be doing things with the family. He requires plenty of mental stimulation by means of training and play, especially with puzzle toys such as for example Buster Cubes, along with interactive enjoy such as fetch games.
But that typical Tervuren temperament doesn't just happen. It's affected by a number of factors, including heredity, training, and socialization. Puppies with nice temperaments are curious and playful, willing to approach people and be held by them. Choose the middle-of-the-road puppy, not the one who's beating up his littermates or the one who's hiding in the corner. Excessive shyness can be a problem in this breed, so never choose a fearful puppy, even if he elicits protective feelings from you.
Always meet at least one of the parents - usually the mother is the one who's available - to ensure that they have nice temperaments that you're comfortable with. Meeting siblings or other relatives of the parents is also helpful for evaluating what a puppy will be like when he grows up.
Like every dog, Tervuren need early socialization - exposure to many different people, sights, sounds, and experiences - when they're young. Socialization helps ensure that your Tervuren puppy matures to be a well-rounded canine. Enrolling him in a puppy kindergarten class is a good start. Inviting visitors over regularly, and taking him to busy parks, stores that allow dogs, and on leisurely strolls to meet neighbors will also help him polish his social skills.
Belgian Tervurens are generally healthy, but like all breeds, they're prone to certain health conditions. Not all Belgian Tervurens will get any or all of these diseases, but it is important to be aware of them if you're considering this breed.
If you're buying a puppy, find a good breeder who will show you health clearances for both your puppy's parents. Health clearances prove that a dog has been tested for and cleared of a particular condition. In TKs, you should expect to see health clearances from the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals (OFA) for hip dysplasia (with a score of fair or better), elbow dysplasia, hypothyroidism, and von Willebrand's disease; from Auburn University for thrombopathia; and from the Canine Eye Registry Foundation (CERF) certifying that eyes are normal. You can confirm health clearances by checking the OFA site (offa.org).
- Hip Dysplasia: This is a heritable condition in which the thighbone doesn't fit snugly into the hip joint. Some dogs show pain and lameness on one or both rear legs, but you may not notice any signs of discomfort in a dog with hip dysplasia. As the dog ages, arthritis can develop. X-ray screening for hip dysplasia is done by the Orthopedic Foundation for Animals or the University of Pennsylvania Hip Improvement Program (PennHIP). Dogs with hip dysplasia should not be bred. If you're buying a puppy, ask the breeder for proof that the parents have end up beingen tested for hip dysplasia and are free of problems. Hip dysplasia is hereditary, but it can also be triggered by environmental factors, such as rapid growth from a high-calorie diet or injuries incurred from jumping or falling on slick floors.
- Progressive Retinal Atrophy (PRA): It is a degenerative eye disorder that eventually causes blindness from the loss of photoreceptors at the back of the vision. It is not thought to be widespread in Belgian Tervuren. PRA is detectable years before the dog shows any signs of blindness. Fortunately, dogs can use their other senses to compensate for blindness, and a blind dog can live a full and happy life. Just don't make it a habit to move the furniture around.
Like most double-coated dogs, Tervs shed year-round. The eye clearance the breeder shows you should be dated within the past year.
- Elbow Dysplasia: This is a herittheble condition common to large-breed dogs. It's thought to be caused by different growth rates of the three bones that make up the dog's elbow, causing joint laxity. This can lead to painful lameness. Your vet may recommend surgery to correct the problem or medication to control the pain.
- Epilepsy: The Belgian Tervuren can suffer from epilepsy, a disorder that causes mild or severe seizures. Epilepsy can be hereditary; it can be triggered by metabolic disorders, infectious diseases that affect the brain, tumors, exposure to poisons, or severe head injuries; or it could be of unknown cause (referred to as idiopathic epilepsy). Seizures may be exhibited by unusual behavior, such as running frantically as if being chased, staggering, or hiding. Seizures are frightening to watch, but the long-term prognosis for dogs with idiopathic epilepsy is generally very good.
Tervs get along best with other dogs and cats when they're brought up with them from puppyhood. Tervs do have a chase instinct, however, and even if they don't chase "their" cats, they may be unable to resist chasing cats or other animals that intrude in their yards. If your Belgian Tervuren has seizures, take him to the vet right away for a diagnosis and treatment recommendations.
The Belgian Tervuren is an indoor/outdoor dog. He should live indoors with the family but needs access to a securely fenced yard which will prevent him from escaping to chase passing cyclists, joggers, and cars.
If possible, provide your Belgian Tervuren with some off-leash exercise in a fenced area in addition to long walks or jogging. He needs at least an hour of activity daily, which can be broken up into two or three exercise or play sessions.
As you groom, check for sores, rashes, or signs of infection such as redness, tenderness, or inflammation on the skin, in the ears, nose, mouth, and eyes, and on the feet. Consider training him to compete in obecomedience, tracking, or agility. It doesn't really matter what you do as long as you keep him active. Avoid being surprised if he runs in large circles in your yard; it's a remnant of his herding heritage.
Introduce puppies to exercise gradually. From 9 weeks to 4 months of age, puppy kindergarten once or twice a week is a great way for them to get physical exercise, training, and socialization; add 15 to 20 minutes of playtime in the yard, morning and evening. Throw a ball for them to fetch. From 4 to 6 months of age, weekly obedience classes and daily half-mile walks will meet their needs, plus playtime in the yard. From 6 months to a year of age, play fetch with a ball or Frisbee for up to 40 mins during cool mornings or evenings, not in the heat of the day. Continue to limit walks to a half mile. After he's a year old, your Terv pup can begin to jog with you, but keep the distance to less than a mile and give him frequent breaks along the way. Avoid hard surfaces such as asphalt and concrete. As he continues to mature, you can increase the distance and time you run. These graduated levels of exercise will protect his developing bones and joints.
Belgian Tervuren are sensitive and highly trainable. Be firm, calm, and consistent with them. Anger and physical force are counterproductive. Use positive training techniques, rewarding them with praise, play, or treats when they perform commands correctly or do anything you like - even if you didn't ask them to.
Recommended daily amount: 2 to 3 cups of high-quality dry food a day, divided into two meals.
NOTE: How much your adult dog eats depends on his size, age, build, metabolism, and activity level. Dogs are individuals, just like people, and they don't all need the same amount of food. It almost goes without saying that a highly active dog will need more than a couch potato dog. The quality of dog food you buy also makes a difference - the better the dog food, the further it will go toward nourishing your dog and the less of it you'll need to shake into your dog's bowl.If you're unsure whether he's overweight, give him the eye test and the hands-on test. First, look down at him. You should be able to see a waist. Then place your hands on his back, thumbs along the spine, with the fingers spread downward. You need to be in a position to feel but not notice his ribs without having to press hard. If you can't, he needs less food and more exercise.
For more on feeding your Belgian Turvuren, see our guidelines for buying the right food, feeding your puppy, and feeding your adult dog
Coat Color And Grooming
The Belgian Tervuren is a double-coated breed. The topcoat is abundant with long, straight hair that's moderately harsh to the touch, never wiry or silky. The soft, dense undercoat provides protection from the weather and varies in thickness according to the climate in which the Terv lives. The hair is usually short on the head, outside the ears, and on the front part of the legs. Tufts of hair protect the opening of the ear. The hair on the rest of the body is long and includes sort of a mini-mane - called a collarette - around the neck, which will be most noticeable in males; and a fringe of long hair down the back of the front legs and back of the thighs and on the tail. As in most species, the male is more ornamental than the female.
The strong, rich color of the Belgian Tervuren coat ranges from fawn to russet mahogany with a black overlay. The lighter guard hairs are tipped with black. The chest is black or black and gray, the face has a black mask, the ears are usually black, and the tail usually has a dark or black tip. It's normal for Belgian Tervuren, especially males, to become darker with age, usually on the shoulders, back, and rib area. In either sex, a good coat never looks washed out or appears predominantly cream or gray in color, although you'll find cream, light beige, or gray on the underside of the tail, body, and back again of the thighs. The tips of the toes may be white. Reputable breeders have their dogs' eyes certified annually by a veterinary ophthalmologist and do not breed dogs with this disease. If your Terv hasn't been socialized to other pets, it's your responsibility to keep him under control in their presence. Expect to spend 15 to 20 minutes per week brushing out that coat to remove dead hair and prevent mats or tangles. If you do this, you shouldn't have a lot of loose hair flying around your house, especially if you supplement the weekly brushing with a quick daily brushing of a minute or two.
Other grooming needs include dental hygiene and nail care. Brush your Terv's teeth at least two or three times a week to remove tartar buildup and the bacteria that lurk inside it. Daily brushing is even better in order to prevent gum disease and bad breath.
Trim nails regularly if your dog doesn't wear them down naturally. If you can hear them clicking on the floor, they're too long. Short, neatly trimmed nails keep the dog's feet in good condition and keep your legs from getting scratched when your Terv enthusiastically jumps up to greet you.
Begin accustoming your Terv to being brushed and examined when he's a puppy. Handle his paws frequently - dogs are touchy about their feet - and look inside his mouth and ears. Make grooming a positive experience filled with praise and rewards, and you'll lay the groundwork for easy veterinary exams along with other handling when he's an adult. If you like to hike or jog, your Tervuren will be happy to be by your side. Ears should smell good, without too much wax or gunk inside, and eyes ought to be clear, with no redness or discharge.
Below are breed clubs, organizations, and associations where you can find additional information about the Belgian Tervuren.
Children And Other Pets
Well-socialized Tervs are good with children, especially if they are raised with them, but because of their herding heritage they could have a tendency to nip at their heels and try to herd them when playing. You must teach your Terv that this behavior is unacceptable. An adult Tervuren who's unfamiliar with children may do best in a home with children that are mature enough to interact with him properly.
Always teach children how to approach and touch dogs, and always supervise any interactions between dogs and young kids to prevent any biting or ear or even tail pulling on the part of either party. Teach your child never to approach any dog while he's sleeping or eating or even to try to take the dog's food away. No dog should ever be left unsupervised with a child. Epilepsy can be controlled with medication, nonetheless it cannot be cured. Sometimes they become best friends with cats and other animals and will protect them as they would members of their flock, and sometimes they all come to an agreement of mutual indifference. A dog can live a full and healthy life with the proper management of thwill be disorder. If you want your Terv to obtain along with other animals you must start early and reward them for appropriate behavior. Males usually have one heavy shed per year, while females shed between each heat cycle.
Belgian Tervuren are often purchased without any clear understanding of what goes into owning one. There are several Tervs in need of adoption and or fostering. There are a number of rescues that we have not listed. If you don't see a rescue listed for your area, contact the national breed club or a local breed of dog club and they can point you toward a Terv rescue.
Belgian Tervuren Rescue Inc. Your careful weekly exam will help you spot potential health problems early.
American Belgian Tervuren Club, Inc.

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Keto Coffee Smoothie – The Best Keto Iced Coffee
This keto coffee smoothie is a healthy summer grab’n go breakfast for coffee lovers with only 3.9 grams of net carbs per serving.
If you love milkshakes or frappuccinos, this coffee smoothie is what you need.
What’s A Keto Coffee Smoothie?
Coffee lovers, this recipe has your name on it! If you can’t start the day without your brewed coffee or coffee latte, then you will love this keto coffee smoothie.
Perfect for summer hot days, this keto smoothie with brewed coffee is an amazing swap to your traditional bulletproof latte coffee.
Personally, I love to combine this coffee smoothie with one of my no-bake keto granola bars for a satisfying breakfast on the go.
How To Make A Coffee Smoothie
A coffee smoothie, also known as an iced coffee smoothie, is a delicious cold breakfast drink for coffee lovers.
It is using brewed coffee or instant coffee as the main ingredient.
It also combines other ingredients, including ice cubes or frozen ingredients that add the frothy texture.
While most coffee smoothies use bananas, keto coffee smoothies are sugar-free, dairy-free, and banana-free.
- Choose your favorite coffee – brewed coffee or instant coffee rehydrated in water.
- Cool the coffee down
- Add all the smoothie ingredients to a blender
- Blend on high speed until frothy and smooth
Can I Add Coffee To my smoothie?
Yes, you can add cold-brewed coffee or cold instant coffee to a smoothie.
Of course, you must combine your cold coffee with other ingredients that marry well with coffee, or the flavor can be off.
Keto Coffee Smoothie Ingredients
This keto coffee smoothie is a smooth, refreshing coffee shake perfect summer keto drink to replace your regular bulletproof latte coffee.
Therefore, it is using almost the same ingredients, including:
- Chilled brewed coffee – make sure you cool the coffee before adding it to the blender. You can make ahead some brewed coffee, store it in the fridge, and use it the next morning. Another great way to make a coffee shake is to freeze coffee into ice cube trays. Use the coffee ice cubes in the recipe, and don’t add the suggested ice cubes!
- Unsweetened almond milk or unsweetened coconut milk if you love coconut flavor in your coffee shake.
- Ice cubes – this adds a frothy texture to your coffee.
- Almond butter – Like bulletproof coffees, keto coffee smoothies use fat to create a creamy texture. Butter doesn’t blend well in cold drinks. That’s why nut butter like peanut butter or almond butter is the best for keto breakfast smoothie recipes.
- Erythritol or any sugar-free keto-friendly sweeter you like including allulose or xylitol. If you are adding protein powder as suggested in the next step, decreasing erythritol to just 1 tablespoon of the coffee shake would be too sweet!
- Keto vanilla collagen protein powder – this is optional, but it boosts the texture, protein, and fat of your smoothie. I love to use vanilla collagen powder in my keto smoothie. But watch out. Some brands sweeten their collagen powder, so you will have to decrease the erythritol to avoid an overly sweet low-carb smoothie.
- Vanilla extract or vanilla-flavored stevia drops – add 1/4 teaspoon for a boost of vanilla.
You can tweak coffee smoothies in so many ways! Below I listed my favorite keto add-ons to make this low-carb coffee smoothie even more delicious:
- Ripe avocado – adds some healthy fat and fudgy texture to your drink by adding up to 1/2 ripe avocado flesh.
- Sugar-free vanilla syrup or caramel syrup – replace the erythritol with a tablespoon of sugar-free flavored syrup.
- Dairy-free yogurt – a dollop of coconut yogurt add a delicious, creamy, smooth texture and lovely coconut flavor.
- Sugar-free chocolate chips – adding 1 tablespoon will remind you of your favorite coffee chocolate chips Frappuccino of a popular coffee.
- Unsweetened whipped cream – swirl some whipped cream on top of your coffee to bring dessert for breakfast.
- Unsweetened cocoa powder – for a light chocolate flavor, trust me, you want this!
- MCT oil – to boost fat and fat burning
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I Use Instant Coffee?
Yes, you can use instant coffee in this recipe. First, dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant coffee into 8 oz of hot water.
Then, cool down the coffee, even store it in the fridge for best results. Finally, use the recipe as a replacement for brewed coffee.
Can I Use Ground Coffee In Smoothies?
It is safe to eat ground coffee in a very small amount.
Therefore, it can be used to flavor a chocolate smoothie, but you can’t use ground coffee to make this keto coffee smoothie.
This recipe needs 8 oz of brewed coffee or the same volume of coffee made with instant coffee granules.
How Does A Coffee Smoothie Taste?
This low-carb smoothie tastes like a coffee milkshake or coffee frappuccino with a touch of cocoa and vanilla if you are using vanilla collagen powder too.
More Keto Smoothie Recipes
If you are not into coffee, try one of the low-carb smoothie recipes below instead. They are delicious, fresh, sweet grab’n’go keto breakfasts on.
Have you made this keto smoothie recipe? Share a review or comment below. I love to hear your feedback on my recipes.
Keto Coffee Smoothie
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- 8 oz Brewed Coffee chilled, stored in the fridge 1 hour
- ⅓ cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tablespoons Unsweetened Almond Milk or more heavy cream for an ultra creamy smoothie
- 1 tablespoon Almond Butter or MCT oil or peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
- 2-3 tablespoons Crystal Sweetener use 2 tablespoons only if your collagen protein powder is already sweetened with sugar-free sweetener
- 1 cup Ice Cubes add up to 1/4 cup extra for an ultra frothy smoothie
- 1 tablespoon Collagen Protein Powder optional
- Before you start the recipe, brew fresh coffee, measure 8 oz. Set aside in the fridge for 1 hour or overnight. You can also dissolve 2 teaspoons of instant coffee into 8 oz of hot water, cool down in the fridge as for brewed coffee, and use in the recipe.
- In a blender, add cold-brewed coffee, unsweetened almond milk, heavy cream, almond butter (or MCT oil), vanilla, collagen protein powder (some have added sweetener, so watch out, you may want to decrease erythritol to 1 tablespoon to avoid a too sweet smoothie), erythritol and 3/4 cup ice cubes.
- Blend on high speed until frothy, taste, and adjust sweetness, adding tiny more erythritol if desired of 1/4 extra ice cubes for a frothier smoothie.
- Blend again at high speed to combine the added ingredients.
- Serve immediately.
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Delicious! I’m not a coffee drinker, though I do love a frappuccino or a latte. This hit the spot, because I love the fact that coffee is a stimulant. It’s like bulletproof coffee kicked up a notch. Thank you for sharing your talent and your recipes.
Thanks for the lovely feedback
I made this one and I have to thank you, Carine, and the others who are talented enough to put together these recipes. For mine, I used my traditional Trung Nguyen Vietnamese grown French Roast in a regular coffee maker (wonder what it’d be like in a French press?), let 8 ounces cool in the refrigerator overnight, and took it from there. I used the ‘scoop’ that came with my collagen, which did appear to be approximately a tablespoon. It was NOT vanilla flavored. I’m working my way up on the MCT oil after reading about some of it’s potential ‘effects’ – 1 teaspoon yesterday, 2 today. Since I normally drink my coffee straight, I immediately started the erythritol at 2.5 tablespoons and then today knocked it down to 2 tablespoons, and went with your 1 tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa add in. It was AWESOME both times and I could drink it every day. My wife isn’t a coffee drinker but she tried it and liked it also. I’ll try some of your other add in suggestions later on, but for the time being, I’m very content with this combination. I will say that I cannot help but wonder how this would taste using peanut butter and unsweetened cocoa, and do you recommend then NOT using any MCT oil? Thanks again!
This is delicious and my daughter loves having it in the morning especially as she is running out the door for school! I have two quick questions. Do you think we could use coconut milk powder in place of coconut cream? I’m trying to make her a quick mix that she can dump, blend, and go with. Also, if we were to add cocoa powder for more of a mocha, do you think 1 tbs would be a good starting point? Thank you. We love your recipes!
I am glad she love it! Feel free to experiment with powder, I didn’t try that before so I can’t recommend on quantities I am sorry. Enjoy

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Human Disease Costs $250 Billion Annually Thanks to Toxic Forever Chemicals
A new study shows the cost of treating diseases, that stem from the effects of toxic chemicals causing the physical disruption of the endocrine system, reached a quarter of a billion dollars in 2018.
Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) stemming from plastics and found in the nation’s food and water pose such a serious threat to public health, that the estimated cost in increased health care costs in 2018, reached at least $250 billion annually, according to new research published in the Journal of the Endocrine Society.
The researchers in this study analyzed existing studies on EDCs to identify how many diseases and disabilities were attributed to chemicals in plastics. The chemicals they studied were those commonly found in plastics and included: polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE); phthalates; bisphenols; and poly- and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
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In order to come to their conclusion, the scientists researching this data updated previously published information on disease burden and cost estimates for these chemicals in the United States prior to 2018. Then, they combined the data and estimated $250 billion in disease burden from plastic exposure in 2018.
“Our study found plastics contribute substantially to disease and associated social costs in the U.S., about $250 billion in 2018 alone [and] these costs are equivalent to 1.22% of the Gross Domestic Product,” said study author Leonardo Trasande of NYU Grossman School of Medicine and NYU Wagner Graduate School of Public Service in New York, N.Y. “The diseases due to plastics run the entire life course from preterm birth to obesity, heart disease and cancers,” Trasande, who has represented the Society at intergovernmental meetings to address plastic pollution and its health effects, concluded.
The following is a statement from the Endocrine Society, the first scientific body to take a public stance on the state of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) with the 2009 publication of its Scientific Statement, that best describes how these chemicals affect the human body:
“Many potentially harmful chemicals are used during the production of plastics, either as building blocks of the plastic material itself or as additives to provide certain properties such as color or flexibility. These chemicals remain in the final product and therefore, plastics contain and leach many hazardous chemicals, including endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) that disturb the body’s hormone systems. One well-known example is bisphenol A (BPA), which is used in polycarbonate plastics. Further, a wide range of other plastic additives, including phthalates, flame retardants, heavy metals are known EDCs. Pivotal research advances into EDCs, their prevalence, and their broad range of health effects have raised concerns about these chemicals and led a number of international scientific and health organizations to weigh in. Published statements, position papers, resolutions, and similar activities have successfully advanced global awareness and understanding of EDCs, and contributed to science-based action on EDCs by many stakeholders including some governments, retailers and manufacturers.”
The strength of evidence linking EDCs with human diseases and conditions including cancer, early puberty in young girls, obesity and diabetes, male and female reproductive disorders, and neurodevelopmental effects, is overwhelming. The correlation between perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and child and adult obesity, impaired glucose tolerance, gestational diabetes, reduced birthweight, reduced semen quality, polycystic ovarian syndrome, endometriosis, and breast cancer has been monumental in the last few years.
Evidence also exists that reflects a strong relationship between bisphenols, which are used widely in packaged foods and drinks, to adult diabetes; reduced semen quality; polycystic ovarian syndrome; reduced anogenital distance in boys; childhood obesity, and impaired glucose tolerance. There has also been greater evidence to support a direct link to cognitive deficits and attention-deficit disorder in children following prenatal exposure to bisphenol A, organophosphate pesticides, and polybrominated flame retardants.
Most of the cost burden was from polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) exposure — which are a class of chemicals that are added to certain manufactured products in order to reduce the chances that the products will catch on fire — linked with diseases such as cancer. Sixty-seven billion in health costs was due to phthalate exposure which is linked to preterm birth, reduced sperm count and childhood obesity, and $22 billion was due to PFAS exposure which is associated with kidney failure and gestational diabetes.
In all of the studied cases, the scientists looked at toxic chemicals that can leach directly into food from intact plastics, unlike micro and nano-plastics, which are produced when plastics break down. Dr. Trasande refers to these plastic particles as “carrier pigeons” for the toxic, hormone disrupting chemicals they deliver into the human system.
Because the researching scientists limited their searches to documented medical costs that were most complete and thorough, they emphasize that the actual impact of plastic pollution is far more extensive that what could be factually documented in the study. For this reason, and given that the study focuses on the year 2018, we must conclude that the medical emergency posed by toxic forever chemicals now is much more significant.
In the summer of 2021, the US House of Representatives passed the PFAS Action Act of 2021, which was a bipartisan piece of legislation that would have regulated toxic chemicals found in drinking water, as well as classifying those toxic chemicals as “hazardous substances,” in order to spark federal cleanup standards. All legislation aimed at regulating toxic PFAS “forever chemicals” died in the Democratic-controlled US Congress last session however, as lobbyists used their endless resources to target Republicans in the Senate. Ultimately, the bill was not able to get enough conservative support to overcome a Senate filibuster.
In 2023, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determined that virtually no minimum level of exposure to two types of PFAS compounds in drinking water is safe, and public health advocates say the entire chemical class is toxic and dangerous. The chemical industry records billions of dollars in PFAS sales annually, so the direct corporate opposition to establishing protectionist laws that would curtail sales for companies like Dupont and 3M, has been high. Now that the dangers of these chemicals are well-known and studied, it seems the real problem is stemming from corporations that continue to prioritize profit over human health.
“At some level, you have to take a step back and say, ‘one percent of GDP is being wasted on the human health impacts of an industry that makes money off people’s backs,’” observes Trasande. [This] is a problem — I don’t think people quite appreciate that, or the need to speak out about that.”
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Cultural Identity and Communication Style among Mexican-Americans.
Korzenny, Felipe; And Others
This paper argues that the identification of individuals with a certain ethnic grouping may have a significant impact on the way they communicate with others. It contends also that the way in which people's style is used and interpreted by others directly influences their effectiveness in communicative interactions. The communicative styles of Mexican Americans are addressed along a continuum of cultural identity: (1) the "American of Mexican Ancestry" to describe individuals who would first identify themselves as plainly Americans; (2) the "Mexican American" to describe those individuals who are conscious of the duality of their existence and who live in conflict; (3) the "Chicano" to describe individuals who see themselves as part of a unique cultural entity separate from either Mexican or American culture; and (4) the "Mexican" to describe the cultural identity of one whose primary referent in day to day life is Mexican culture. In a subsequent section, testable hypotheses are suggested to provide a framework for researching the relationship between cultural identity and communication style. Appended are examples of cultural identity measures, a communicator style construct, and examples of communication style measures. (HOD)
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February 9, 2015
The Carmel River Lagoon in 1947 (Laidlaw Williams photo)
There’s been some uproar lately over the plan to build a flood barrier in the Carmel River Lagoon and people have been asking on social media and elsewhere why anyone would propose to place such an assumed-to-be-ugly wall along the northern margin of such a beautiful wetland. A better question may be whether we can find a way to live our lives that doesn’t prevent steelhead from living at all. Either way, it’s a long story… Read the rest of this entry »
July 10, 2013
The Monterey Bay Sanctuary: Not exactly pristine
One of the great things about living next to the ocean is that it makes it easy to get rid of sewage, trash and pretty much anything else you don’t want. And while the East Coast tradition of simply hauling municipal garbage out to sea on a barge and pushing it overboard never caught on here (something to do with the prevailing onshore wind, no doubt), Moss Landing’s Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute (better known as MBARI) now tells us that Monterey Bay is nevertheless awash with trash.
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November 30, 2011
We found some old 4X5 negatives in an envelope at the bottom of a drawer and ran them through the scanner …
This view of the Carmel River Lagoon with a “Carmel Meadows” free bluff in the background has “Laidlaw Williams 7 Sep. ’47” sketched in tiny print along its margin. Read the rest of this entry »
August 7, 2011
Last year we posted some photos from the set of Zandy’s Bride – filmed at Andrew Molera State Park in 1974. The picture, starring Gene Hackman and Liv Ullman, was based on the book The Stranger in Big Sur, by Lillian Bos Ross. The set was constructed on the coastal terrace near the mouth of the Big Sur River.
As there’s been quite a bit of interest in the first batch of photos, we’ve now ventured deeper into the archives and uncovered some additional images …
View down Main St. Read the rest of this entry »
March 29, 2011
Early morning light on the Rocky Creek Bridge Read the rest of this entry »
March 24, 2011
America’s most scenic concentration camp? Read the rest of this entry »
March 23, 2011
“Hell, that’s not a slide … let Ed the mailman fix it.” Walt Trotter at the controls, 1971 (Photo by Sterling Doughty) Read the rest of this entry »
March 22, 2011
Reminders that our society is becoming ever more authoritarian and ever more eager to constrain our activities “for our own good,” seem to be everywhere. One day it’s harassing people while they try to protect their homes from a wildfire, another day it’s attempting to close the beach when bad weather is forecast. Now comes the blanket ban on pedestrian traffic past the Highway One slide. Read the rest of this entry »
March 17, 2011
What with earthquakes, tsunamis, and a multiple reactor nuclear disaster unfolding, it’s been a rough week on planet earth. So it’s nice to know there are still some things we can count on. Things that never change. Things like Highway One in Big Sur randomly slipping into the ocean. Read the rest of this entry »
March 10, 2011
As reported in this morning’s Herald, recently released 2010 Census figures show Big Sur gaining 530 residents and 233 housing units over the past 10 years; making Big Sur the fastest growing rural area in Monterey County.
These numbers ought to help to assuage the fear, expressed by some, that government land acquisitions are reducing Big Sur’s population and housing stock, and threatening its survival as a community.

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These Slots are Themed on a God
The theme for these slot machines is Thor, the Norse god of thunder. When you play Thor slots the theme soon becomes clear as you see thunderstorm re-spins and lightning free spin features randomly appearing as you play the first, regular, default mode. This is a theme that runs solidly through all three of the play modes but is often more aligned to the image given to Thor by Marvel comics than the one told of by the Vikings. The other two modes that can be reached, randomly from the default starting mode are very similar and so even though you are given a choice as to which to play when they are triggered together, it will rarely make much difference. They both contain special features that can see you playing free spin after free spin, almost endlessly and so both can also supply you with some good wins. In the default mode though, the thunderstorm re-spin and the lightning free spin features can certainly start to on your winning way.
As mentioned, Thor was a character that featured in the Marvel comics and as such, qualifies these slots to be in the Marvel franchise of slot machines which share four progressive jackpots. These jackpots are shared by all the slot machines that have been based on characters that appeared in the Marvel comics and with so many slots sharing the same jackpots, the jackpots are quickly replenished, plus they reach levels of pay outs that it would be very hard for any one slot, paying in alone, to match. This makes these Marvel inspired slots very popular, especially among the slot machine enthusiasts. The jackpots are of course, paid out through the different slot machines evenly and this is possible due to a special Marvel jackpots round that was created. This jackpot round first decides which slot machine should next pay out one of the jackpots and then allows the round to be played on the relevant slot to determine which of the jackpots will be paid out. This means that whilst you are playing these slots, once you are allotted the Marvel jackpots round to play, you have already won.
Get a £200 bonus at Betfred

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Blizzard Swings with the Apes
In a surprise deal which was announced this morning, VU Games' backed developer Blizzard has acquired partner Swingin' Ape Studios, the team currently working on Starcraft Ghost at Blizzard's request. Blizzard plan to keep on all of Swingin' Apes forty developers, who will finish Starcraft Ghost later this year. Blizzard was rocked of late by the high profile departure of several veteran developers, and there is now a feeling that the firm once again need to build up their talent pool.
"The acquisition of Swingin' Ape Studios takes us one step closer to realizing our goal of becoming a top-tier console developer," enthused Mike Morhaime, president and co-founder of Blizzard. "With Swingin' Ape's talented designers, programmers, and artists, we're confident we'll be able to create console games that meet the quality standards we've established for every Blizzard title."
Blizzard are currently thriving thanks to MMORPG opus World of Warcraft, though the development process of the new Starcraft has been plagued by changes of staff and delays. More soon.
- Harmonix announces A City Sleeps, their new music-driven shooter
- Shadow Of Mordor trailer introduces the unique orc character, Ratbag
- Saints Row IV coming to next-gen consoles
- Saints Row: Gat Out Of Hell is a new standalone expansion
- First details of Telltale's Game Of Thrones series arrive
- SEGA unveils the new definitive Total War: Rome II – Emperor Edition
- Prison Architect alpha build 24 arrives
- Bayonetta 2 gets a final release date
- Deep Down now delayed until 2015

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The DC Improv Comedy Club
1140 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, District of Columbia 20036
BOTH SCHEDULED SHOWS ARE SOLD OUT.
Tickets: $17 general admission
A DC Improv debut! With more than 300 million video views, comedian and viral video sensation John Crist is the next big thing in standup comedy. Whether you know him from viral videos like “Lady Who Has a Bible Verse for Every Situation,” “Millennial International,” or “Road Rage in the Church Parking Lot,” Crist has solidified his comedy prowess with over 200 live shows a year, highlighted by recent television appearances on Live at Gotham and Laughs on Fox.

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Head of Russian delegation to OSCE PA says Ukraine not ready for dialogueRussian Politics & Diplomacy February 25, 5:02
Russian baritone Hvorostovsky cancels concerts due to continuing treatmentSociety & Culture February 25, 3:22
Russian prime minister declares 3rd Winter World Military Games openMilitary & Defense February 24, 22:33
Russia to veto UNSC resolution imposing sanctions on Syria — envoyRussian Politics & Diplomacy February 24, 22:29
Ukrainian MP Savchenko arrives in Donetsk republic to visit Ukrainian prisoners — agencyWorld February 24, 22:25
Russian Defense Ministry surprised over German MPs reaction to Reichstag miniature plansRussian Politics & Diplomacy February 24, 16:32
Iraq's PM orders airstrikes on IS positions in SyriaWorld February 24, 16:09
Nord Stream 2 financing model to be ready by year end - OMVBusiness & Economy February 24, 13:44
Churkin left bright mark in history of Russian diplomacy, Lavrov saysRussian Politics & Diplomacy February 24, 12:20
MOSCOW, June 19 (Itar-Tass) — President Vladimir Putin fired several senior police officials at the weekend and on Monday. Interior Ministry Vladimir Kolokoltsev set the tasks for his new deputies, appointed the other day.
The mass resignations at the Interior Ministry after the appointment of new minister Vladimir Kolokoltsev will not be limited to the central office, the RBK Daily writes. The newspaper leant that there would be dismissals in the regions following the resignation of deputy interior ministers.
"A number of regional departments' chiefs will be relieved of their duties in the near future; mostly the representatives of the so-called Omsk group," an Interior Ministry source told the RBK Daily. It was led by Omsk residents Alexander Smirnov and Igor Alyoshin, who had to step down as deputy ministers the other day. There are more than twenty natives of Omsk across the country who were promoted to Generals with Smirnov and Alyoshin's support.
Bashkortostan's police chief Mikhail Zakomaldin is expected to be the first swallow in the new wave of resignation. After the dismissal of Deputy Interior Minister Igor Alyoshin, the position of Karelia police chief Vasily Kukushkin is as unstable.
Vladimir Kolokoltsev outlined some of the strategic tasks for his department, the Kommersant reports. Human resources is one of the most important issues. "No structural arrangements, methods of administration or regulations can give the desired result without careful and daily personnel management work," the minister said, "Only one team, a well-coordinated professional collective is a token of personal success of each employee, and the most importantly, the guarantor of effective work to protect the safety of our citizens."
Vladimir Kolokoltsev demanded that his subordinates eradicate the concealment of crimes and accidents involving police, and stop forcing the subordinates into resigning voluntarily in case they commit an offense, or antedating their dismissal to the date of actual offense. Careful checks are necessary into each case, and the public must be duly informed, the minister underlined.


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It is a table which is the combination of different materials, with a slight 1950's look, but which at the same time shows a contemporary technology.
The top is defined by a tapering edge which lightens the visual perception of its thickness, making it light and suspended.
The leg section reminds vaguely of a plane's wing, which is the shape that inspired the name.
It is interesting to see how the oak melange finish of a table can be matched to different types of marble: Travertine Silver Brown, White Carrara, Calacatta Gold or varnished glass.
Designer: Ferruccio Laviani ——- [ Misura Emme ]

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The Ijaw communities in Rivers State under the auspices of Rivers Ijaw Forum (RIF) has declared their support for the election of Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar come 2019.
Leader of RIF, Chief Ferdinand Anabraba, who disclosed this while addressing a press conference in Port Harcourt Monday, said Ijaw communities also declared support for the re-election bid of Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike.
Alabraba said: “Governor Wike has given Rivers people purposeful leadership and endeared himself to all in many ways. Wike exemplified good governance, anchored on inclusiveness and transparency, which has effectively mobilized and united the people of Rivers state for progress and development.
“The Ijaw Ethnic Nationality is robust enough (well educated, intelligent, politically aware and humane) to know our interest and when to fight for that interest. The Ijaw Ethnic Nationality does not need an outside to determine our interest and when to fight it; much more when such self-acclaimed political avatar are known and visible antagonist to Ijaw national and local interest.
“Rivers Ijaw people know their true sons and friends and cannot be deceived by those” latter-days saints whose actions have been detrimental to the Ijaw interest and who pretend to support the Ijaw only when they need our vote.
“The Ijaw Ethnic Nationality also recalled with deep appreciation, the strong bond of brotherhood amongst the the people of the Niger/ Delta as manifested in the noble role played chief Nyesom Ezenwo Wike the PDP leader in Rivers state, who,when it became necessary to be our brother’s keeper rose to the occasion and stood by our Ijaw son President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan in 2015.
“The Ijaw Ethnic Nationality cannot forget so soon that in 2015, the same Rivers APC leadership thoroughly betrayed the Ijaw when it mattered most and collaborated actively in the conspiracy to scuttle the second term ambition of an Ijaw son president Goodluck Ebele Jonathan.”
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May 2 - Manitowoc Company reported Q1 2014 sales of USD850 million, down 5 percent year-on-year over Q1 2013.
The Manitowoc Cranes division saw its sales decrease by 14.2 percent, although this was offset by a strong quarter from its food service division, which increased sales by 14.2 percent.
First-quarter 2014 net sales in the company's crane division totalled USD466.7 million, down from USD544.0 million in the first quarter of 2013. The decline resulted from the lower level of backlog at the start of the year coupled with some customer-related project delays, says Manitowoc. Sales in the first quarter of 2014 were driven primarily by activity in the Americas region, as well as ongoing growth with tower cranes in the Middle East.
Crane segment operating earnings for Q1 2014 amounted to USD22.6 million, down from USD34.9 million in the same period of last year. This resulted in an operating margin of 4.8 percent for the first quarter of 2014 versus 6.4 percent for the first quarter of 2013. First-quarter 2014 margins were affected by lower sales volume that was only partially offset by ongoing operational efficiencies, said the company.
"We remain encouraged by the opportunities for our Crane segment, as our exhibit at ConExpo was met with tremendous success and once again demonstrated the importance of innovation to our customers and the construction industry," said Glen E. Tellock, Manitowoc's chairman and ceo.
"The introduction of our patented variable position counterweight crawler crane technology drove order intake to its highest level since before the recession, further supporting our belief that the market is beginning to rebound. While we do not believe the market is robust given uneven demand in some product lines and regions, we will maintain our focus on driving growth and enhancing our profitability in this segment," he added.

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Florida’s infrastructure is in disarray and it has been for decades due to a systemic lack of investment from the Republican leadership in this state. As such, the American Jobs plan is crucial for Florida, and not only will it help revitalize state infrastructure, but also it will create hundreds of thousands of good paying jobs. In response, Florida Democratic Party Chair Manny Diaz released the following statement:
“The American Jobs Plan represents a historic investment in the future of Florida. From bridges, roads, and public transportation, to water, broadband and housing, this plan will allow us to bring Florida’s infrastructure into the 21st century and will help us revitalize our economy across multiple sectors. With the American Jobs Plan, President Biden and the Democrats are working hard to make everyday Floridians’ lives better. ”
More on what the American Jobs Plan will do for Florida:
In Florida there are 408 bridges and over 3,564 miles of highway in poor condition. Since 2011, commute times have increased by 11.6% in Florida and on average, each driver pays $425 per year in costs due to driving on roads in need of repair. The American Jobs Plan will devote more than $600 billion to transform our nations’ transportation infrastructure.
Our public transportation is also in dire need of help. Floridians who take public transportation spend an extra 77.9% of their time commuting and non-White households are 3.5 times more likely to commute via public transportation. 16% of trains and other transit vehicles in the state are past useful life. The American Jobs Plan will modernize public transit with an $85 billion investment.
Over the next 20 years, Florida’s drinking water infrastructure will require $21.9 billion in additional funding. The American Jobs Plan includes a $111 billion investment to ensure clean, safe drinking water is a right in all communities.
Millions of Florida residents have minimal access to affordable internet. And 13% of Florida residents have no internet subscription. The American Jobs Plan will invest $100 billion to bring universal, reliable, high-speed, and affordable internet coverage to every family in America
In Florida, 38% of residents live in a childcare desert. The American Jobs Plan will modernize our nation’s schools and early learning facilities and build new ones in neighborhoods across Florida and the country.
As of 2019, there were 166,032 Floridians working in clean energy, and the American Jobs Plan invests in creating more good paying union jobs advancing clean energy production
In Florida, an average low-income family spends 8-10% of their income on home energy costs forcing tough choices between paying energy bills and buying food, medicine or other essentials. The American Jobs Plan will upgrade low-income homes to make them more energy efficient

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THE BOMB SQUAD (Hank Shocklee), Sugar Club, Dublin, Tonight
PUBLIC Enemy are a rare enough hip-hop act with a production team that get as much praise as the MCs — largely down to Hank Shocklee of the Bomb Squad.
Along with Chuck D’s incendiary rhymes, political bullseyes and sloganeering, the Bomb Squad helped Public Enemy Bring the Noise with a sample collage technique that’s never been equalled because no other producer has tried to copy it.
Just as Public Enemy productions form in dense layers, piling funk and jazz loops over found sounds and vinyl distortion, Shocklee’s DJ sets join the dots between hip-hop, dub, grime, glitch and techno, with a curator’s ear that’s unrivalled.
As well as being one of the great sonic innovators, Shocklee is also a respected cultural and music theorist, so he’ll have plenty to say in his Q&A after the Public Enemy documentary film Prophets of Rage.
COLIN STETSON & Sarah Neufeld, Twisted Pepper, Dublin, tonight
SAXOPHONIST Stetson’s reputation as a touring player has been sealed for years, with live and studio collaborations with Arcade Fire, Tom Waits, The National, Bon Iver and Godspeed! You Black Emperor just a few of his namechecks.
But Stetson is also a musician who has no trouble mining the further reaches of the avant-garde, with circular breathing techniques employed to create looping soundscapes that make his sax sound like synth lines and wheezy industrial field recordings.
Sarah Neufeld is an accomplished avant-garde violinist with a live link to Arcade Fire, and she and Newton have broken from their experimental jazz trio for a new album Never Were the Way She Was — and their first tour as a duo hits Twisted Pepper tonight. Expect an hour of pulsing, trance-inducing minimalism.
OLLY MURS, 3Arena, Dublin, tonight, tomorrow and Sunday
BAR One Direction, Olly Murs is probably the biggest act to come through the X Factor, avoiding the fate of scores of wannabes trampled on by the big bad world after the show.
Since he came second in 2009 to the since-vanished Joe McElderry, Murs hasn’t veered much from his cheeky chappie formula of pork pie hat, beaming smiles and inoffensive pop like Troublemaker, Dance With Me tonight and Heart Skips a Beat.
These three shows follow on from his two gigs in Belfast’s Odyssey Arena this week, so the next crop of X Factor applicants at least have someone to look up to.
HAM SANDWICH, Roisin Dubh, Galway, tonight, & INEC, Killarney, tomorrow
IT’S been five years since Ham Sandwich’s second album White Fox, so fans will be queueing up outside to hear the follow-up in a live setting this weekend, with its release today. With a slight name change to HamsandwicH, Stories From the Surface doesn’t backtrack on the formula that’s made the Kells group one of Ireland’s most enduring indie-rock acts of the last decade — sweet poppy choruses, arch lyrics and a winning front pairing of Niamh Farrell and Podge McNamee trading lines.
SHARON ROBINSON, Button Factory, Dublin, tonight
IF YOU can namedrop Leonard Cohen as a writing collaborator of 30 years, you won’t find it too hard to make people sit up and listen. As well as Cohen, San Francisco native Robinson can call on Diana Ross, The Temptations and Randy Crawford as former team players, but she’s finally released the follow-up to her 2008 debut album Everybody Knows. Caffeine is a collection of new compositions encompassing soul, rhythm and blues, folk and jazz that has her pulling out of the shadows of her iconic collaborators.
BARRYTOWN MEETS MUSICTOWN, Vicar Street, Dublin, Sunday
BAR the international success of the Commitments on screen and stage, a celebration of Roddy Doyle’s Barrytown trilogy jamming with musicians is well overdue. This was always a cert to sell put, so hard lines if you didn’t nab a ticket. If you’re lucky enough to have one, Sunday’s show brings together Richard Hawley, Imelda May, Glen Hansard, Colm Meaney, Aidan Gillen, Colm Mac Con Iomaire, Damien Dempsey, Peter Coonan, Cait O’Riordan, The Trouble Pilgrims, Ger Ryan, Neili Conroy, Paul Mercier and Eoin Moore. It’s all about collaborations, and we’ll have excerpts of the Van, The Snapper and The Commitments, and a trip down Dublin’s 80s and 90s.
BEN HOWARD, 3Arena, Dublin, Tuesday
WHEN Ben Howard released his debut album Every Kingdom in 2011, he was lumped in with the inoffensive folk acts like Ed Sheeran and Mumford & Sons, and scored an effortless top five in his native UK. Back then you could’ve predicted arena shows on the back of his emotional man with acoustic guitar act, but he hasn’t just relied on the middle ground to get here.
His latest album I Forget Where We Were isn’t as easily digestible as its predecessor, with an emphasis on complex sound design, shoegaze-style shimmers and haunting synths. He has more than likely sold the biggest batch of tickets on the back of sensitive acoustic tracks like The Wolves, Old Pine and Keep Your Head Up, so fans will probably need a bit of patience on Tuesday.
Tracks like the delicate Small Things and the Nick Drake strumming of In Dreams prove he’s an artist who didn’t take the easy one-way ticket to the crowd-pleasing 8pm sunset gig at Glastonbury.
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What counts as a hate crime?
New York Police Department officials have declined so far to charge the man accused of shooting an imam and his assistant in Queens on Saturday with a hate crime, noting they need more information about what motivated the attack.
"We're still drilling down on (the motive)," said NYPD Chief of Detectives Robert Boyce at a Monday press conference, according to The New York Times. "It's certainly on the table that it's a hate crime."
The FBI describes a hate crime as "a traditional offense like murder, arson or vandalism with an added element of bias. For the purposes of collecting statistics, the FBI has defined a hate crime as a 'criminal offense against a person or property motivated in whole or in part by an offender's bias against a race, religion, disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity, gender or gender identity."
In 2014, religious bias motivated 18.6 percent of hate crimes, the FBI reported last year. Race accounted for 47 percent of hate crimes.
A hate crime charge generally stiffens the punishment a criminal would receive for a regular murder or assault charge, as the International Business Times reported last year.
"Hate crime laws send a message to potential victims everywhere that we have not forgotten about them, that we will no longer tolerate intolerance," noted Jack Levin, co-director of the Brudnick Center on Violence and Conflict at Northeastern University, in the article.
Some members of the Muslim community are upset that the NYPD is hesitating to use the label for Saturday's shooting.
"This was absolutely a hate crime," said Bazlur Rahman, who belonged to the imam's mosque, to The New York Times. "This is a busy intersection filled with people, and the two people killed were the ones in Muslim clothing. How is that anything other than targeting?"
The NYPD and other New York officials have said the shooter's motives remain unclear, while also noting investigators are working with the Hate Crime Task Force.
"While we do not yet know the motivation for the murders of Maulama Akonjee and Thara Uddin, we know that our Muslim communities are in the perpetual crosshairs of bigotry," said New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio in a statement, according to Reuters.
Akonjee, 55, led the Al-Furqan Jame Masjid mosque in Queens, serving a community predominately composed of Bangladeshi immigrants. He and his assistant were wearing traditional religious garb when they were shot from behind.
Muslims and others joined members of Akonjee's mosque in mourning the deaths. Many are angered by the NYPD's refusal to use the "hate crime" label, as Khalid Latif, a Muslim chaplain for New York University and the NYPD, wrote for CNN.
"Many readily believe that these two men were targeted because of their faith and that this was a hate crime. Are we wrong? Possibly. But in the current political climate, why would we not feel targeted?" Latif noted.
Kelsey Dallas, Deseret News
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The University's Pensions Section manages the following pension schemes:
- Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS)
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- National Health Service Pension Scheme (NHSPS)
- Cambridge Colleges' Federated Pension Scheme (CCFPS)
The Pensions Section will send the relevant information and forms to staff eligible to join the Cambridge University Assistants' Contributory Pension Scheme (CPS) soon after joining.
For all other staff, your Starter Pack will provide you with Pension information and the relevant joining forms. This will be sent to you with your contract of employment.


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affordable health insurance or care package. Although you have very little chance of saving money on health-related costs, there are lots of ways that will help you save money on your health insurance policy premiums.he costs relating to medical services, safety checks, medications, laboratory reports, doctor’s fees are growing increasingly today. Therefore, it is all the more important to purchase
Health insurance in California has been made mandatory beginning from 2020. You may have to pay a fine to the government if you do not have one. Getting health insurance will relieve the cash reimbursement pressure when you are in a difficult situation, such as having to undergo a big surgery, undergoing some medical emergency or hospitalization.
It makes it much easier for you to make use of the cashless facilities in the hospital’s network, which gives you the requisite peace of mind and a sense of financial security in any medical emergency. Listed below are 7 tips that will help you attain an Affordable Health Insurance.
1. Start Early
Getting health insurance is much easier and highly advised when you are young. Starting early on with an investment in a health insurance program has the following benefits:
· Reduced Premiums
· Higher coverage
· Long-term coverage
· No waiting time (if there are no pre-existing diseases)
· No diagnostic examinations needed before buying health insurance
2. Deductibles should be chosen wisely
A deductible for health insurance is the total amount you pay for your medical costs until the insurance provider pays the same when you apply for a claim. If you buy a consumer-led health insurance plan, then you decide to pay out of your pocket a percentage of your health care costs. Therefore, if you opt for a high deductible number, the health insurance premium costs will decrease, and you will obtain affordable health insurance in California.
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We report the discovery of a new GABAA receptor alpha5 subunit gene polymorphism close to the polymorphism described by Glatt et al. (GT) 5GCGTGC(GT)21. This new polymorphism is of great importance, because it means that non-denaturing acrylamide gels used to separate the different alleles of the polymorphism described by Glatt et al. cannot distinguish an allele with the sequence: (GT)4GCGTGC(GT)n from another allele with the sequence: (GT)4(GCGT)4GC(GT) n-6. These gel fragments are separated by size, which would be the same in these two cases. An alternative would be to use an analysis method that can detect base changes, for instance, single strand conformation polymorphism (SSCP) or denaturing gradient gel electrophoresis (DGGE).
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|Journal||American Journal of Medical Genetics - Neuropsychiatric Genetics|
|State||Published - Aug 15 2004|
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Psychiatry and Mental health
- Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience

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Since the outbreak of COVID-19, many business sectors have been affected and the hotel sector is one of them. Research by Skift Research shows that traffic on the online travel web has gone down by over 70 percent. Many countries have closed their borders and citizens subjected to quarantine. As a result, the activities in hotels and short term rentals are minimal. Below are four factors that show whether short term rentals are outperforming hotels during this pandemic.
Minimal Physical Contact
One of the regulations laid down by the World Health Organization (WHO) during this pandemic is for one to avoid physical contact with other people and observe the social distance. Staying in short term rentals involves minimal physical interaction with the guests and service personnel unlike in hotels. Those staying in short term rentals have control over their living environment unlike those staying in hotels. For this reason, most people are choosing short-term rentals over hotels.
Living Cost Optimization
During this pandemic, most people are not at work and a higher percentage is working from home. This has resulted in people cutting on costs. Short-term rentals are cheaper than hotels hence attracting more clients. Most short term rentals management is giving a discount to their clients as a means of attracting guests and this move has been successful. Also, most short term rentals have fully equipped units especially kitchens and they offer extra space unlike in hotels. This attracts return guests.
Demand and Revenue
According to a report by The Highlands Group US, in the first four months of the year 2020, the demand and revenue for short-term rentals were down to 15 and 22 percent respectively. The same metrics for hotels fell to 32 and 35 percent. These metrics show that the short-term rental sector is less affected by COVID-19.
As of April 2020, there were 31.7 million available short-term rentals. This was a 16 percent increase from 2019. At the same time, there was a demand for 11.63 million rooms. The demand went down by 15 percent from 2019.
Staffing and Supply Growth
Due to minimal activities in hotels and short-term rentals, most service personnel have been laid down. The short term rentals have fewer service personnel than hotels therefore, the hotels have been affected much more. Also, the widespread travel restrictions have led many hotels to incur losses leading to the closure of many hotels.
Some hotels might not be able to survive the pandemic and may close indefinitely even after the COVID-19 pandemic. This has affected the supply growth of the two with the rate of short-term rental supply doubling that of hotels from 2019.
Although both hotels and short-term rentals sectors have been both affected by the outbreak of COVID-19, the impact COVID-19 has hit hotels more. Short-term rentals have outperformed hotels during this pandemic. Call Property Guard on (855-933-0731) for short term rental data and analytics services. We provide quality services with good pricing. Please visit here to learn more: https://propertyguard.io/short-term-rental-data-and-analytics

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When senior Tom Lotito came home for Christmas from a semester studying abroad in Japan, he found that his mom and sister were wishing for the same Christmas present that he wanted – the newly released Nintendo Wii. For Lotito, the president of the Nintendo Players Union on campus, getting a Wii was a no-brainer, but he was taken aback by the interest of his family members.
“I was pretty surprised to hear they wanted the Wii,” he said. “Even several of my mom’s friends play it when they’re over, and that’s not really the sort of thing you’d expect to hear.”
The expanding list of gamers in Lotito’s family is representative of a greater demographic trend in the gaming world. The introduction of new games such as the Halo series and Guitar Hero and consoles such as the Wii are attracting a wider set of gamers and are bringing games into the social setting.
A study produced by Pew Internet Research conducted at several colleges and universities in 2002 found that more women play computer and online games than men and about equal amounts of men and women play video games. The Entertainment Software Association reports that the average age of gamers is 33 with over a quarter of gamers being over the age of 50.
These statistics do not surprise Geoff Lorgus, who is a proctor for the GW Gaming League. “There is no indicating factor for who is a gamer,” he said, “everyone from geeky pocket-protector nerds to frat boys playing Halo to techy girls. It’s nondenominational.”
The introduction of the Nintendo Wii and Halo 3 show just how large the gaming community has become. The Wii sold more than 600,000 consoles in its first eight days and generated almost $190 million of sale. Halo 3 picked up $170 million dollars of sales within the first 24 hours on the market, rivaling the three-day sales of some blockbuster movies.
With the growing dimensions and intensity of games comes the worry that games are taking time away from study and class. A study produced by the National Bureau of Economic Research reported that students whose roommates brought a video game console to school studied an average of 40 minutes less per day and had slightly lower first semester grades than their peers. Lotito and Lorgus both acknowledge that playing games can be a great break from studying but warn that problems occur when it gets in the way of schoolwork.
“In high school, I wouldn’t care about homework,” Lorgus said. “Study biology or play Red Alert? But after one semester at college, I realized I couldn’t do that.”
That is not the kind of answer that Christopher Covington would like to hear. Covington, a graduate student, teaches computer game design and programming, which teaches students concepts integral to designing games, such as artificial intelligence, graphics rendering and user interfaces. Covington’s class is one of seven courses at GW that teach aspects of game design and is part of a larger trend of college campuses across the country bringing the fundamentals and ideas behind gaming into the classroom.
“We are actually seeing the beginning of a paradigm shift in the way that course material is being presented to students,” Covington said. “One way to make assignments more fun and engaging is to look at them from a gaming point of view. Video games are a large part of our society and it makes sense to look upon them for inspiration in academia.”
At least 50 schools offer some kind of course in video games with some schools incorporating gaming studies into major or minor programs. For James Hahn, who has a Ph.D. and is chair of the computer science department, bringing gaming ideas into the classroom is beneficial because it gets students interested and it incorporates a wide-range of disciplines.
“This is in line with what is required to make games now,” said Hahn, who first introduced the design class in 2002. “Not just computer graphics and computer science skills but also story-telling, design, human-computer interaction and, since the industry has evolved into the second-largest entertainment industry in the world, business.”
The gaming business is continuing to evolve with more high-profile releases set for the end of the year. Guitar Hero 3 will be released next month for PlayStation 2 and 3, Xbox 360 and the Wii. Nintendo will release a game called Super Smash Brothers Brawl for the Wii in which different Nintendo characters can duke it out. An organization called GameFly has begun a Netflix-like trade-in video game rental service that is getting off the ground. In December, Nintendo will release Wii Fit in Japan. The console features a pressure-sensing mat on which gamers can play traditional games while also honing their yoga and aerobics skills.
Thanks to all the new games coming out in 2007, Lorgus, who builds his own computers specifically to play video games, said, “My wallet is going to be hurting.”


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The Malawi government has now released compensation money to the families who lost their relatives during the 20 July anti-government demonstrations.
The releasing of the money comes after the families threatened to hold protests over the delay by government to give them the compensation money as promised.
Confirming the development, the families’ lawyer Leonard Mbulo said the government has given them 31million kwacha to be shared among 10 families.
Mbulo further said that the families can now afford a smile but lamented that the money is not enough as they were expecting a bigger compensation.
“We have seen a cheque of our monies which we have been asking the government to give us since soon after the demonstration. The bereaved families can now smile for releasing of the money though it has cost them too much time and money,” confirmed Mbulo.
Over 20 people were killed by the Malawi police during the July 20, 2011 nationwide demonstrations as people were protesting against the then leadership led by the late Bingu Mutharika who was being accused of failing to lead the country.


Beats by Dre released a five-minute-long World Cup commercial on Wednesday, entitled “The Game Before The Game.”
The commercial, which is unapologetically over-the-top, begins with Neymar and his father talking on FaceTime, then bounces around the world to different Beats-wearing soccer stars preparing for matches, including Chicharito, Cesc Fabregas, Jozy Altidore, Luis Suarez, and Bacary Sagna, among many more.
It also features cameos from Lebron James, Serena Williams, Nicki Minaj, Lil Wayne, and the 2010 World Cup oracle, Paul the Octopus.
It’s as if the company’s “Hear What You Wanna Hear” commercials met Jay Z and Beyoncé’s recent fake movie trailer, “Run.”
Watch the whole thing here (or just check out all the big cameos below):
The commercial opens with sweeping shots of Brazilian favelas, then cuts to Neymar having a deep pre-game FaceTime with his dad.
It’s actually Neymar Sr., too, not an actor.
There’s also Chicharito, wearing headphones that match Mexico’s away uniforms.
Here’s Nicki Minaj, reading an article about Neymar:
Stuart Scott makes an appearance, walking off an elevator in a half-suit/half-soccer-uniform combo:
German star Mario Götze in what appears to be some sort of abandoned warehouse:
U.S. forward Jozy Altidore in the gym:
U.S. Women’s National Team striker Sydney Leroux:
Serena Williams, supporting the stars and stripes via manicure:
Lil Wayne makes an appearance, putting on a massive chain with a diamond-encrusted soccer ball:
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Simple logic: if “cannon fodder” cannot fight, then there is no need for him to live.
Earlier today UNIAN wrote about a captured occupant who was interrogated by the SBU. According to him, the Russian Federation uses “execution squads”. These are units that follow the main troops and kill those who wish to escape. Such tactics were actively used in the USSR and well illustrate the attitude of the command towards the soldiers. However, “firing squads” are not the worst part of the Russian army. Today it became known that the Kadyrovites in the Russian army are capable of simply killing their wounded comrades-in-arms.
Recently, analysts from the Center for Strategic Communications and Information Security shared with the following data: “Kadyrovtsy shot 12 wounded Russian servicemen, according to Ukrainian intelligence. This happened in the temporarily occupied Borodianka in the Kiev region around 16:00 on March 12. The wounded, who were shot, were waiting for evacuation to Belarus for treatment. They belonged to military unit 06705, which is deployed in the city of Borzya, Trans-Baikal Territory.
War of the Russian Federation against Ukraine
- Recall February 24 RF invaded to independent Ukraine and caused a real collapse in the country. The invaders not only seize military units, airports and other strategic facilities, but also shoot at civilians and high-rise buildings of the city.
- February 27, 2022 information appeared that Belarus could declare war on Ukraine. There is no official confirmation of the invasion of her army into our territory yet.
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Oh my goodness, finally some food with a picture!
It seems the only time I cook these days it’s either dark out because it’s after 5PM, or it’s really overcast, so picture taking has been a problem. I really need to get myself a tripod and a couple of other mirrors to help with this!
Every now and then, I watch Rachael Ray. She’s annoying, but I don’t have cable and like watching food-type shows, so there you go. I saw her make this
a few weeks ago, and it looked really good. My version was good, but you have to weigh that against that the fact that it takes four pans to cook. The original recipe calls for braising the sausages; I found that didn’t work all that well with Field Roast Sausages- they were falling apart at the end. It might not be a bad idea to braise them quickly for the extra moisture, but I’m going to say just pan fry them. I don’t know how it would work out with homemade or a different brand of vegan sausage. One other note: I did thickened soymilk for this, but I wasn’t crazy about it. I might try silken tofu in the future, if you’re looking for other ideas.
Pasta with Black Grapes, Fennel and Vegan Sausage
2-4 Vegan Sausages, Italian Style
2 Cups black grape
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
1/2 lb whole wheat fettucini
1.5 cups soy milk
1 small bulb fennel, sliced with fronds reserved
1 medium sweet onion, sliced
1 Tbs vegan margarine
1 Tbs four
salt and pepper
oil for the pans
1. Put on a pot of salted water, and bring to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package directions. Drain and reserve. Best to time this so the sauce will be done around the same time.
2. Mix margarine and flour over medium heat in a small saucepan. Add soymilk and whisk all together; add reserved fennel fronds. Heat over medium and reduce until thickened. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Heat 1 Tbs oil in a pan and fry sausage links (if you want it braised, do that before frying). Add grapes and balsamic to pan, and cook over medium heat until vinegar is syrupy and grape skins pop.
4. Sauté onion and fennel in a bit of oil (I used less than a teaspoon but I was using a non-stick pan. Use your judgement). Cook until onions are browned.
5. Add the drained pasta, fennel and onions and cream sauce together and mix.
6. Plate the pasta mixture, and serve grapes and sausage on top or to the side.


Russian authorities continued their desperate hunt for “black widow” bombers in the Olympic host city of Sochi yesterday, while a former U.S. House intelligence chairman and Boston’s former police commissioner told the Herald they believe it will be nearly impossible to stop Islamic terrorists from the North Caucasus from attacking the games and ruining a pet project of their bitter enemies in the Putin regime.
Police in Sochi handed out fliers warning that one of the so-called “black widows” — young women bent on avenging their Islamic militant husbands — had infiltrated Russia’s $2 billion Olympic security setup and may be ready to strike.
“They believe this is a very, very serious and legitimate threat,” Peter Hoekstra, a former Michigan representative and former chair of the House Intelligence Committee, told the Herald. “The most likely thing is them being in one public location and having a suicide vest on. … If you’ve got two or three of these, the numbers could be significant and a huge embarrassment to Putin and the world.”
Former Boston Police Commissioner Edward F. Davis — once rumored to be a top contender to head the Department of Homeland Security — told the Herald such attacks would be “almost impossible to stop.”
“To be honest with you, I wouldn’t let my family go. I’ve never seen military put in place like this, with ships being sent to the area to evacuate people,” said Davis, referring to the U.S. Navy warships that will be stationed near the port city in case of an emergency. “I think that tells a story we all have to keep in mind.
“If someone is intent on killing themselves and they want to bring people with them, and they’re working alone, it’s very, very difficult to stop,” Davis said.
Davis said the sporting venues and Olympic village “will be all right,” given that they lie within Putin’s much-trumpeted “ring of steel” security infrastructure.
“It’s the soft targets outside that ring of steel that I’m worried about,” Davis said, speaking outside a meeting of Boston-area officials considering a 2024 Olympic bid. “I’m also concerned about pre-positioned assets within that security zone. If they’ve been planning this for years or months, there may be people already there who are intent on causing harm.”
Hoekstra said it’s possible even larger-scale attacks are in the works.
“The real question gets to be, ‘Do they have the capability of some kind of WMD, where you can really get mass casualties?’ These, I’m sure, are the kind of things the security officials over there are losing sleep over.”


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