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Follow the signs to good holiday advice
As you drive along the highway, radio tuned to ABC Local Radio, making the Christmas holiday road trip, spare a thought for the hard-working volunteers in Queensland's visitor information centres.
They are always there with a kind word of advice for things to see and do, and are a wealth of knowledge is you're looking to explore a region a little bit deeper.
Greg Realph is the coordinator of the Miraimvale and Agnes Water visitor information centres and he says he always tries to open tourists eyes to the beauty of the area.
"They're not aware of the beautiful smaller coastal areas and hamlets that exist in our backyard," he said.
"It's a very, very good place for them to call in and learn a bit about our region.
"It would probably be almost a third backpackers, a third grey nomads and a third intra-state people - Queenslanders on holidays."
Greg says the volunteers will always try to highlight as much as they can, time permitting of course.
"They're very much aware of asking the tourists how long they've got, and if they've got 10 days to get to Cairns or 10 days to get to Brisbane, we certainly like to keep them in our region for a little while," Greg said.
"We have intimate knowledge of our regions north, south, east and west of us, just so we can provide the options for those tourists."
In some cases, Greg says, residents don't know about some of the wonders in their own backyard.
"Many of them have no idea what we have in our region," he said.
"It's a wonderful opportunity to help plan people's tour. If they're just drive tourists, many of them were planning on going straight to Brisbane.
"But we do have great potential to share their dollars around in our backyard so-to-speak.
"We spend a lot of time travelling in other parts of Australia and overseas, we don't quite fully appreciate the treasures we have in our own backyard."
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Opelousas is a medium-sized city located in the state of Louisiana. With a population of 16,591 people and seven constituent neighborhoods, Opelousas is the 26th largest community in Louisiana.
Unlike some cities, Opelousas isn’t mainly white- or blue-collar. Instead, the most prevalent occupations for people in Opelousas are a mix of both white- and blue-collar jobs. Overall, Opelousas is a city of service providers, sales and office workers, and professionals. There are especially a lot of people living in Opelousas who work in sales jobs (12.23%), office and administrative support (12.04%), and food service (9.12%).
As is often the case in a small city, Opelousas doesn't have a public transportation system that people use for their commute.
The percentage of people in Opelousas with college degrees is quite a bit lower than the national average for cities and towns of 21.84%: just 10.20% of people over 25 have a bachelor's degree or advanced degree.
The per capita income in Opelousas in 2010 was $14,773, which is low income relative to Louisiana and the nation. This equates to an annual income of $59,092 for a family of four. Opelousas also has one of the higher rates of people living in poverty in the nation, with 41.92% of its population below the federal poverty line.
Opelousas is a very ethnically-diverse city. The people who call Opelousas home describe themselves as belonging to a variety of racial and ethnic groups. The greatest number of Opelousas residents report their race to be Black or African-American, followed by White. Important ancestries of people in Opelousas include French Canadian, English, Irish, and Italian.
The most common language spoken in Opelousas is English. Other important languages spoken here include French and French Creole.

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Aug 16, 2013 22:41 Algiers-Canal Street ferry resumes service Algiers-Canal Street ferry resumes service Advocate staff report Aug. 16, 2013 Comments The Algiers-Canal Street ferry resumed service about 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, after being suspended for more than a day, the Department of Transportation and Development said. The boat used to service that route had been diverted to the Chalmette route Monday to replace a ferry that had mechanical and electrical issues. Those issues have been fixed, and both routes are now running, according to the transportation department. The ferry is still running on a reduced schedule prompted by its separation from the Crescent City Connection tolls, which had funded the service. Veolia, the company that runs the Regional Transit Authority, is considering a takeover of the ferries. RTA will hold a public meeting at 5 p.m. Monday at New Orleans City Hall to discuss the proposed fare structure, which would include a $2 fare for pedestrians.


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I ❤ reading books, and I'm keeping a list of books here that have taught me something interesting or expanded my mind in some way. A lot of the books you'll find here will help you if you want to be more productive.
Tim Ferriss is a best-selling author and as he calls himself: a human guinea pig. The first book I read of his was The 4-Hour Work Week which really opened up my eyes about how there are other ways to make a living than just following the standard path of college and working 9 to 5. It also inspired me to quit my job and take a 1-year sabbatical when I had been working for 10 years.
This book is not a book that you would read from cover to cover. At least, I didn't do that, but that is because I used it as a reference to the podcast it's based upon.
In the podcast, Tim interviews famous people in the world of tech, sports, entertainment, health care and other interesting subjects. These interviews can take up to 3 hours and are one of my favorite things to listen to when I'm in my car on the way to work.
The only thing that always bothered me was that I couldn't write down stuff while I was driving so now with the book I can look up highlights and learnings from the interviews and even discover interviews to listen to that I might not have listened to before.
I work full-time as a software engineer, am a mother to a 3-year old boy and wife to a Capoeira and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu teacher who runs his own gym and who relies on me to help him with administrative tasks.
Why am I telling you this? Well, besides those things I also like to learn new technologies and write tutorials and posts about them on this blog. I was looking for a way to get more done in the limited time I have while still being able to spend quality time with my family.
After reading Deep Work by Cal Newport, I'm convinced I have the found the answer.
Cal Newport is a writer and a professor of computer science and in the book he explains that to learn hard things quickly, you must focus intensely without distraction. That is easier said than done, as I have found in the past year when I was trying to cut back on my distracting habit of internet usage.
In the book, Cal gives you different strategies, rules and tips on how to integrate deep work into your life.
Most people see their work as just a job to make money so that they can enjoy their free time. However, we all have it in us to become a Master in what we do and actually enjoy the work we do.
The book will guide you through the path to Mastery and uses biographies from well-known Masters (including Paul Graham, founder of Y Combinator) in different fields to teach you how to find your own way.
I would recommend this book to anyone who is just starting out in their career and anyone who feels like they are not really living up to their full potential.
This one is one for the few fiction books I've enjoyed in 2015. It kept popping up everywhere, in posts I read and podcasts I listen to, so I read it and I loved it!
If you have no idea what stoicism is (like I did before I read this book) and you struggle with all the problems you have in your life, this book is a very good read for you. It teaches you how to change your perception of the obstacles that you encounter in your life and how to overcome them.
I'd been reading a lot about MVP's and wanted to really dig into the background about this. This book is a very interesting read and gives you a framework to help you build a successful app.
I wrote a post about this book here.
I learned a lot about user psychology and habit-design while reading this book. It's definitely a must-read for every developer who wants to build a successful mobile app.
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Attorney General Jeff Sessions is willing to harm even due process as long as the decisions of immigration courts speed up deportation cases.
According to a memorandum made public by the Wall Street Journal, and sent last Friday to immigration judges, the Justice Department informed that new “quotas" would be incorporated to "expedite handling of cases".
"Attorney General Jeff Sessions has said that the backlog at the immigration courts allows people who should be deported to linger inside the United States," explains the WSJ, and that is why the new measures communicated by the Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review, James McHenry, pose a system of pressure on the judges through the evaluation system.
"The purpose of implementing these metrics is to encourage efficient and effective case management while preserving immigration judge discretion and due process," the document reads.
According to the new measures, the judges "must complete at least 700 cases a year" to receive a positive evaluation of their performance, explains the Washington Post, a measure that the union of judges has described as "unprecedented" and that would put the risk judicial independence.
While it is true that there is a large number of cases pending before the Executive Office of Immigration Review - about 600,000 according to the estimates of the Post - critics have argued that this new imposition could hinder the judicial process while involving the judge’s interests in each case.
"This is a recipe for disaster," Ashley Tabaddor, an immigration judge in Los Angeles who is president of the National Association of Immigration Judges, told WSJ. "You are going to, at minimum, impact the perception of the integrity of the court."
Also, Laura Lynch, principal advisor of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, explained to CNN that "creating an environment where the courts care more about the speed than the accuracy, and where judges are evaluated and even rewarded based on quantity rather than quality is unacceptable and a violation of due process."
According to the Department of Justice, the average immigration judge "currently completes 678 cases per year," so the new guidelines would involve solving about three cases a day.
"If judges are not performing, they could be fired or potentially moved around the country - a tactic that could push judges out of the system," CNN continues.
Also, the document includes other criteria such as the "penalty of those who refer more than 15% of certain cases to higher courts, or judges who schedule hearing dates far apart on their calendar", which would put at risk even the lives of those who, for example, are applying for asylum and their lives are in danger if they are returned to their country of origin.
"Our biggest concern about asylum seekers and vulnerable populations is that immigration judges are making these important decisions, often life-and-death decisions, every day," concluded Lynch. "They must be afforded the time to properly make that decision."


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Nor'easter coverage: Nine maps that explain everything
Monday, March 24, 2014, 2:55 PM -
There's no denying that Atlantic Canadians are used to a "good punch" when it comes to severe storms. But this next system that's targeting the region midweek could be the strongest and most powerful of the year.
"This is likely the most powerful storm of the winter/spring 2013-2014 season and if this were summer we would likely be identifying this system as a Tropical Storm," warns Monica Vaswani, a meteorologist at The Weather Network.
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THE STORM BEGINS TO CREEP UP THE EAST COAST TUESDAY
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Looking ahead to the offseason, the pressure is officially on for the Chicago Bulls to pick a clear direction and make something out of this current core of players. Although the objective may be clear here, having no money to spend in free agency and no draft picks under their control will make this mission orders of magnitude more challenging.
That doesn’t mean the Bulls are completely out of luck, however, as they’re rich in assets that other contending teams would like to jump at on the trade block. Take, for instance, Alex Caruso. Although the team displayed a reluctance to deal away the All-Defensive Team candidate at this past season’s trade deadline, they may reconsider their options as they’ll be forced to commit even more money to an already crowded backcourt rotation this summer.
“Anybody would be lying if they said they don’t know about them or are unaware of [the trade rumors],” Caruso said earlier this season ahead of the February trade deadline, “I fully expect to be here.” Despite the high interest in Caruso on the market, the Bulls seemed determined to stick to their guns in the end.
Still, Caruso would undeniably be one of Chicago’s most sought-after assets if they chose to retool, so I can’t say I’m surprised to see he’s already drumming up some interest. Bleacher Report’s Grant Hughes agrees, citing the Dallas Mavericks as a team that should get involved with a big trade to return to championship contention.
Rather than rebuilding or committing to continuity, retooling may be the best move the Chicago Bulls could make with this proposed trade.
Landing a top-10 draft pick in this year’s class would be a big deal for the Bulls, especially considering this year’s class looks to be particularly loaded while next season (the year Chicago actually has their pick) isn’t generating much buzz quite yet.
It’s important to note that if this trade were to go through, Dallas would need to stay right at No. 10, because if they slip a spot in the lotto then their pick conveys to the Knicks, and if they jump into the top four they will obviously look for a better deal. Fortunately, the Mavericks have a 65.9% chance of staying right where they are.
"The Caruso deal hinges on Dallas keeping its first-rounder, which won’t be the case if it falls outside the top 10 on May 16 when the lottery is held. The Bulls would also have to embrace a more future-focused mentality to consider giving up such a valuable vet for a late lottery pick, although Bullock and his career 38.4 percent knockdown rate from deep could help a win-now version of the Bulls improve a dead-last ranking in three-point attempts."
Don’t be mistaken, Reggie Bullock isn’t included in this trade as filler either. He’s actually proven to be quite the productive role player when given the opportunity, and he would help address arguably this team’s greatest need in shooting. Restructuring the team to fix the NBA’s worst three-point shooting team is an absolute must this offseason; however, the Bulls won’t have the money to add shooters in free agency, so getting it done here via trade is a savvy move and could likely be a net positive decision, even if Caruso is a better player than Bullock in a vacuum.
Making a move like this instantly solves the backcourt logjam and grants Coby White and Ayo Dosunmu the minutes they need to shine, it adds a serious outside threat to a team that needs it more than anyone, and allows the Bulls to finally bolster an impressive young core by adding another cost-controlled asset for a team that wants to remain beneath the tax line.
I love watching Caruso play for the Bulls, but if the Mavericks come knocking and offer a package of this caliber, I’d be hard-pressed to turn them away. It’s a rarity for me to admit this, but I think B/R was spot-on in their Bulls trade proposal this time — even if the thought of dealing Caruso away hurts too much for me to give this an outright ‘A’.


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The movie which is the official remake of Bollywood super hit movie, Tanu weds Manu is currently under post production. The makers are planning to release the movie on February 14th on the occasion of Valentines day. Isha Chawla who paired up with Sunil in his earlier movie Poolarangadu, is also romancing him in this movie. Mega Supergood Movies banner is producing this movie and Devi Prasad is the director. Veteran music director SA Rajkumar has composed the tunes for this film.
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Sunil starer Mr.Pellikoduku movie audio function is all set to take place tomorrow at Shilpa Kala Vedhika. The makers of the movie had roped in Ram Charan as the Chief guest for the event. The makers of Mr.Pellikoduku are very close to mega family for a long time and also produced Ram Charan’s Racha recently. So, Charan immediately obliged their request.

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A challenging entry level bullet hell shooter for iOS. It is absolute maddness!

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Experience thoughtfully sourced, fresh, seasonal cuisine and cocktails at Vail Residences at Cascade Village. Take in picturesque mountain and creek side views at our Vail Colorado restaurants. Savor Rocky Mountain inspired cuisine at Gessner or relax in our Fireside Lounge while enjoying more casual fare and signature drinks in a cozy après ski setting. Gather with friends and family to play virtual golf and other fun games at our Topgolf Swing Suites or unwind in our newly expanded Gore Creek Market with sandwiches, salads and crafted pizzas as you watch your favorite sports team or play Xbox games in the attached entertainment room.
Gessner, the resort’s signature restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner, showcasing authentic flavors from the Colorado Rockies. From breakfast buffets to a la carte options, this popular Vail restaurant offers inspired game entrées, vegan offerings, breakfast favorites, healthy and hearty fare highlighting the best of the region.
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Grand Hyatt Vail is thrilled to announce the opening of Makoto Vail, a new restaurant by Makoto Okuwa. The exclusive partnership with the lauded Chef is the brand’s first outpost at a resort, illustrating the natural synergy of global tastes and refined experiences that Grand Hyatt Vail and Makoto share. A master of Edomae-style sushi, Chef Makoto Okuwa has more than twenty-five years of experience in traditional Japanese cooking, which he combines with his own innovative style. Recognized by the James Beard Foundation for outstanding contribution, Makoto has acclaimed restaurants in Miami, Washington, D.C., Panama City, Mexico City, and São Paulo.Learn More
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The first leather tannery dates back to 7,000 BCE. Rooted in ancestral traditions and practices, large amounts of water were considered essential for the process. Yet ECCO, one of the world’s leading shoe brands, wanted to challenge that age-old technique with a planet-first approach set to transform the industry. The Scandinavian company believes in caring for the world and preserving natural resources, and their latest step was inventing a sustainable tanning leather step that lessened water usage.
After five years of research and development, the DriTan technique launched in 2018 as a step in the tanning system. This innovation at ECCO’s Netherlands-based tannery will save 20 litres of water per leather hide, which equals to twenty-five million litres of water annually (2022 data). According to the World Health Organization, that amount is enough to keep 9,000 people hydrated every year. Remarkably, the final product precisely mirrors the quality of traditionally tanned leathers, offering identical characteristics, stability, and lead time. Aside from water preservation, the innovation substantially reduces chemicals, lowers wastewater production, and prevents more than 600 tons of sludge from entering landfills each year, which would otherwise emit carbon emissions while decomposing.
Beyond shoes, the technique can be found in all of ECCO’s offerings, including bags, gloves, card holders, and wallets. “The vast majority of ECCO leather goods use leather made with DriTan technology and recycled textiles for fabrics, linings, webbings, threads, and zipper tapes,” says Stefano Pillepich, head of ECCO Leather Goods. “For [Fall/Winter 2024], we are launching a new collection of super-soft, supple, and unlined bags using only organic tanned leather.”
Positioned as a brand seeking to disrupt traditional methods, ECCO is leading the future by defining new standards with their certified organic-tanned leathers, an extension of their ever-growing pledge to sustainability. The final products are compostable if the proper conditions are observed. The leather breaks down and can be returned to the earth, leaving the soil suitable for plant growth.
“Leather is the material with by far the greatest potential to capture memory,” says Liam Maher, ECCO’s global creative director. “When designers and consumers passionate about leather talk about this, you’ll often hear them describe leather as a living material. Leather captures, complements and remembers shape. Like a living thing, it also changes over time. In fact, the way it changes has a humanistic quality—it becomes more supple, softer and more mellow, kind of like a person.”


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English singer and actor best known for his years as a member of the award-winning vocal group Blake. In the acting world, he is most famous for his role as Harry Tressler on the hospital drama Holby City.
He was born in the town of Hastings on the southern coast of England. He began singing as a choirboy at Winchester Cathedral at age 7.
He left the cast of Holby City to record his first solo album, Change of Heart, which was released in 2015.
He has four siblings. His father's name is John.
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Whale Rock Trail is a 0.8 mile heavily trafficked out and back trail located near Moab, Utah that offers scenic views and is good for all skill levels. The trail is primarily used for hiking and is accessible year-round.
Directions from Island in the Sky Visitor Center: Drive southward on Utah 313 approximately 6.25 miles to the junction of Main Island Road and Upheaval Dome Road. Bear right at this junction and drive 4.7 miles to the parking area for Whale Rock Trail.
I would rate this easy unless it was raining. Short hike that my young kids loved. It really feels like your climbing on the back of a rock whale and there's a decent view around at the top.
short hike with a nice view from the top. there are better views to be had for sure but if you in a time crunch this is a great one
Beautiful view, short hike.
Fun, short trail that offers 360 degree views of Canyonlands.
It's a fun short hike with a few bouldering opportunities. Some neat views of Canyonlands from the top of the "whale."
Short fun hike. This trail gets almost no traffic, which is weird to me. Its a fun quick trail. You get to climb up onto whale rock and you can see amazing 360 degree panoramas of the entire canyonlands. It's quite amazing and yet very few people take this trail. It is an easy trail and less than a mile, so it goes fast. We climbed to the top, enjoyed the gorgeous views and meditated. It was amazing. Didn't see a single soul. Then we went to delicate arch which is had THOUSANDS of people (memorial day weekend), yet this trail had NOBODY! So thats awesome! This is a great, easy little treasure.
A fun little hike. Great views of Canyonlands (Island in the Sky)


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The most important union of federal staff on Tuesday introduced it is suing the U.S. authorities in a bid to get it to drop its guidelines limiting staff from criticizing President Donald Trump or different political candidates.
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The American Federation of Authorities Staff, which represents some 700,000 federal staff, stated it was involved that the most recent steerage restricted free speech and may very well be weaponized by politically motivated managers, together with these in search of to punish individuals who specific assist for the president.
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Cox Sr. Nationwide President of the American Federation of Authorities Staff, addresses union members and Congressional management throughout a rally for wage will increase on Feb., 9, 2016, in Washington, D.C.
Final fall, the federal authorities’s prime authorized counsel, the Workplace of Particular Counsel, or OSC — which isn’t associated to former particular counsel Robert Mueller — warned federal staff to not name for a politician’s impeachment or to foyer brazenly for any specific candidate.
AFGE Nationwide President J. David Cox Sr. stated, “OSC’s obscure, overbroad steerage creates a gap for managers and political appointees to go after profession civil servants for politically-motivated causes.”
Trump’s supporters have alleged that the president’s agenda is being undermined by federal staff who’re a part of a “Deep State.” Trump has tweeted about such a conspiracy, particularly alleging that the FBI may very well be a part of a conspiracy working towards him.
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Counselor to President Donald Trump, Kellyanne Conway talks to reporters exterior the White Home on Might 01, 2019, in Washington.
A number of senior White Home and administration officers have acquired warnings from the OSC of violations, together with White Home counselor Kellyanne Conway, former U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations Nikki Haley and White Home social media director Dan Scavino Jr. The Hatch Act is a decades-old legislation geared toward stopping federal staff from participating in partisan political actions. It doesn’t apply to the president or vp.
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President Donald Trump speaks throughout a rally on the Amway Middle in Orlando, Fla., to formally launch his 2020 marketing campaign on June 18, 2019.
In a November memo to the nation’s estimated two million staff, OSC stated overt politicking on the workplace and on-line — together with the hashtag #Resist — violates current legal guidelines supposed to maintain the day-to-day operations of the federal government apolitical.
PHOTO:Buttons are set out for attendees at a Must Impeach teach-in at a public library in Chantilly, Va., June 22, 2019.
The OSC memo stated context issues, nonetheless.
For instance, criticizing a White Home coverage whereas chatting with coworkers is perhaps acceptable, OSC stated. However doing it within the context of the 2020 election? That might pose issues, in response to the memo.
“There are not any ‘magic phrases’ of specific advocacy vital to ensure that statements to be thought-about political exercise beneath the Hatch Act,” in response to the memo. “Subsequently, when a federal worker is prohibited by the Hatch Act from participating in political exercise — e.g., when on obligation, within the federal office, or invoking official authority — the worker should be cautious to keep away from making statements directed towards the success or failure of, amongst others, a candidate for partisan political workplace.”
An OSC spokesman declined to remark, citing pending litigation.

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Abroad, at home
What America can learn from the developing world in the fight against poverty
According to recent estimates, 1.65 million American households are now living in “extreme poverty” — trying to survive on less than $2 per person per day — despite the national recovery from recession. The number of such households has doubled since 1996.
At the same time, efforts to fight extreme poverty in the developing world have yielded some success. Targeted educational, health, and financial interventions by researchers and philanthropic organizations have dramatically improved the lives of some of the world’s poorest people.
Of course, the underlying causes and severity of poverty vary from nation to nation, and the characteristics of extreme poverty are not always the same across borders and cultures. But there are some key similarities — three in particular — that should compel Americans to consider adopting measures that have worked well abroad.
First, here in the U.S., as in much poorer nations, rates of attendance and graduation in lower-income public school districts have lagged, and the sub-standard quality of these schools has impaired achievement.
Second, the American poor are increasingly at risk for the kinds of communicable diseases, infections, and nutritional deficiencies that have plagued the developing world. Iron and iodine deficiencies, which have been shown to stunt educational attainment and earning potential, are increasing at alarming rates among the poor in the United States.
Third, like the poor in under-developed countries, America’s poorest citizens lack adequate access to financial institutions. Even those who manage to maintain a bank account have great difficulty saving. American savings rates are notoriously low, and the poor in America are often unable to save because of psychological or behavioral reasons, not just because their incomes are so small.
In developing countries, progress has been made on all three of these fronts — education, health, and access to financial institutions.
Educators in poverty-stricken nations have demonstrated that separating students into different classrooms based on their prior academic achievement — a technique known as “tracking” — has led to improved educational attainment for students of all levels of prior achievement. Moreover, studies have shown that in developing nations, allocating a greater proportion of funding to subsidizing school lunches and supplies substantially boosts student attendance and performance, and that merit-based pay for teachers — paying teachers based on student performance — has also proven effective.
On the health front, free distribution of iodine and iron supplements in poor nations has led to weight gain, improved school attendance and performance, and increased earnings.
Efforts to fight poverty in developing countries have also included setting up bank accounts and financial services on mobile phones for the poor, and “commitment savings products” — financial contracts that prevent myopic spending and force consumers to save. Philanthropic organizations have observed that these efforts can dramatically increase savings rates. Another success has been the microfinance movement, which has shown great promise in developing countries by providing small business loans to those without access to conventional financial resources.
Despite the success of such measures abroad, none of them has yet been widely adopted in the U.S. “Tracking” in schools has been debated here since the 1990s, but it has never been implemented on a broad scale. If it can be successfully adopted in the poorest school districts, it could improve educational attainment apart from the additional benefits that could be derived from hiring more teachers and building new schools.
The same goes for subsidized school lunches, merit pay for teachers, free distribution of iodine and nutritional supplements, and offers to set up bank accounts and mobile financial services, all of which could prove less costly and more effective than conventional forms of American social assistance.
In the limited instances when we have tried measures at home that have worked well abroad, there have been some encouraging results. In 2008, Muhammad Yunus, the founder of a prominent global microcredit firm, launched Grameen America, a New York-based venture seeking to prove that microcredit could work for the poor in America just as it has worked in developing nations. Most of the firm’s borrowers take out loans no greater than $1,500. Though it’s still too early to know if the venture will succeed, indicators thus far are positive. In 2012, the firm was valued at over $35 million, with a 99 percent repayment rate. By 2014, its roster of borrowers had grown to more than 43,000 entrepreneurs.
There is no guarantee that everything that has worked well in the developing world will work here. Some of these measures would face severe political obstacles, regardless of their prospects for success. But they should be given every consideration by American policymakers, think tanks, and philanthropic organizations. The world is getting better at fighting poverty. The U.S. can too.

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AMP Launches with Firebox
SUPER excited to announce that my work will feature with Alternative Movie Poster’s launch with Firebox – A shop for the unusual.
My ‘The Revenant’ inspired poster featuring Leonardo DiCaprio wearing a grizzly bear hide caught AMP’s eye and asked me to put this piece forward for their contest to feature in this exciting launch and it got selected! I have named the piece ‘Bear Hunter’ and will be available to purchase through the Firebox website from September the 15th 2016. Exciting times!
It has taken many months of work but we are very excited to see this project finally get off the ground. We had a lot of submissions for this first stage launch, and we want to thank everyone who took the time to submit work.
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The first set was fourteen songs, largely comprising selections of the latest Zombies album, 2015's Still Got That Hunger, with several early tracks like the opener, “I Love You,” a 1965 B-side of “Whenever You're Ready,” “Tell Her No,” and, of course “She's Not There.” You could feel the urgency in Rod Argent's keyboard work, and the three- and even four-part harmonies between vocalists had a subtle power that didn't hit you over the head. As a nod to the bands the Zombies influenced, however, Argent told us the version of “I Want You Back Again” would be the version made famous by Tom Petty rather than the original arrangement.
There were a few surprises, such as an Argent song that Rod Argent and Chris White wrote together and recorded, the 1972 hit “Hold Your Head Up.” If there had been any restraint in place for earlier in the show, the band let its collective guard down for that song and set closer “She's Not There.”
Had the show been just the first half, it would have been a fine concert. But the reason this concert was so significant was that it was the first time the original bandmembers were able to play from the classic 1968 album Odessey and Oracle, a record that was released four months after the Zombies split in December 1967. Two years later “Time of the Season” became a hit, and the various members got on with other musical pursuits, never really getting to play the album live.
Argent told us before the intermission that the band would play Odessey and Oracle in its entirety, every single note. And he kept his word. With extra singers and other musicians, including Brian Wilson keyboard player Darian Sahanaja and Chris White's wife, Vivienne
Colin Blunstone's soulful vocals synched up perfectly with the vocal resonances of Argent, White and the other voices on stage. When Chris White got the spotlight for the great anti-war song “Butcher's Tale (Western Front 1914),” it was striking. The song has long been one of the group's strangest numbers, as it included musique concrète as part of the recording, but the Zombies have a gift for taking the strange and making it accessible, the way that some of the best pop bands often do.
Seeing how the Odessey and Oracle songs fit so effortlessly together while incorporating such a wide range of styles really highlighted how the LP could be a vehicle for a bigger artistic statement than a mere single. That the band could write and record such an album and then revisit the material nearly a half-century later is impressive enough. But that those musicians could imbue the performance with such joy and with such a love for their craft at over seventy years old, musical chops intact, was inspirational.
For the final song of the night, they performed what Argent called a reprise of “She's Not There,” but with the expanded lineup, making for a particularly memorable ending to an impressive concert.
Bias: The Zombies are a band that I grew up hearing but which I have come to appreciate greatly well into adulthood as purveyors of a fusion of classical structure and unabashed pop songcraft.
Random Detail: Ran into Michael Thompson of the band Silverface at the show.
By the Way: There were signed copies of the Odessey and Oracle LP and the Still Got That Hunger CD for sale at the show along with some colorful T-shirts, one just a "The Zombies" band grey T, a white shirt with lyrics and a black tour-specific shirt. Argent told us the band had spent about an hour signing stuff before the show, which is pretty


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Back in March, BC Transit announced Victoria would be the first region in the province to have its buses equipped with tap-to-pay technology from a company called Umo.
Initially, BC Transit said the Umo Pilot Project would be rolled out in two phases, but it was projected to be fully implemented by spring.
Now with Victoria well into summer, the Umo payment system still has not been launched.
Umo technology will allow customers to pay for transit using an app, tapping a pre-loaded Umo card and eventually tapping a credit or debit card.
Over this past weekend, a redditor posted a picture of a sign that had been put up at a bus stop promoting the Umo app and announcing that the service had been officially launched, but it turns out that the signs had been put up by mistake and BC Transit is still not ready to launch the app.
“The signs were installed at bus stops in error and are in the process of being removed,” said a BC Transit spokesperson.
“We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.”
BC Transit said that its employees and stakeholders still expect it will be “several weeks” before the system and app are implemented and launched.
In the meantime they are continuing to test and troubleshoot the system to make sure when it is launched, it is done so in a seamless fashion.
“BC Transit has been utilizing this valuable opportunity to test the new system to ensure it meets the organization’s high standards before Umo will be implemented for public use,” said the BC Transit spokesperson.
For the time being, it remains unclear when BC Transit will officially launch, but they say they are aiming for sometime this summer.
“Riders in the Victoria Regional Transit System can expect to use one of Umo’s convenient payment methods this summer,” BC Transit added.


Drilling holes into metal can be a daunting task for the novice DIYer, but it doesn’t have to be. This article will provide a step-by-step guide on how to drill a hole into metal safely and accurately. With the right tools and technique, you’ll be able to drill a hole into metal with confidence and complete your project in no time.
- Wear protective gear: Always wear safety goggles, gloves, and a dust mask when drilling into metal. Doing this will protect your eyes, hands, and lungs from any flying particles.
- Avoid kickbacks: Be aware of the risk of kickback when drilling into steel. Kickback is when the drill bit binds and jerks back towards you. This can be dangerous, especially at high speeds. To prevent kickback, always keep the drill bit straight and in the right direction.
- Use the correct drill bit: It is important to use the correct drill bit when drilling into metal. Using the wrong drill bit can cause damage to the surface and lead to further complications. Use a drill bit that is specifically designed for drilling into steel.
- Secure the item: Always secure the item you are drilling into before you start. This will prevent it from moving and causing injury.
When drilling into metal, safety should be your top priority. Taking the necessary precautions will help you to safely and successfully drill through steel.
- Drill: The type of drill you will need will depend on the type and thickness of metal you are drilling through. For thicker steel, use a drill with a heavy-duty motor and reliable power.
- Drill Bits: The type of drill bit you will need will depend on the size of the hole you need to make and the type of metal you are drilling through. For thicker steel, choose a high-speed steel bit.
- Safety Gear: It is important to wear safety gear when drilling through metal, such as safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection.
- Marking Device: You will need a marking device such as a pencil, marker, or scribe to mark the spot where you will be drilling.
- Clamps: If you are drilling through a large piece of metal, it is a good idea to use clamps to hold it in place while you are drilling.
- Lubricant: Using a lubricant such as oil or WD-40 will help to reduce friction and make the drilling process easier when drilling through thick steel.
Preparing to Drill
- Choose the right drill bit for the job. For thick metal, a longer drill bit will be needed to ensure that the bit is long enough to reach through the metal.
- Mark the spot on the metal where you want to drill the hole. If you are using a drill press, you can use a center punch to make an indentation in the metal.
- Secure the metal in a vise or a clamp so that it does not move while you are drilling.
- Put on safety glasses and noise-cancelling ear protection.
- Attach the drill bit to the drill.
Drilling Through Thin Metal
When drilling through thin metal, it is important to consider the type of drill bit and the speed of the drill. Use a high-speed steel (HSS) drill bit for best results. To ensure an even and clean hole, hold the drill firmly in place and keep the drill speed low to prevent the drill bit from overheating and breaking.
When drilling holes in thin metal, you should use a lubricant such as cutting oil to reduce friction and heat buildup. This will help increase the life of the drill bit and reduce the risk of damage to the metal.
To drill through thin metal with a hand drill, use a slow and steady motion. Make sure your drill bit is well lubricated and sharp before beginning. To avoid damaging the metal, start with a smaller drill bit and gradually increase the size. To determine how thick the metal is, measure the thickness with a ruler or caliper.
When drilling through thin metal, make sure to clamp the metal down securely to prevent it from slipping. This will help to ensure the hole is drilled in the correct location. Additionally, use a center punch to mark the location of the hole before drilling.
- Wear safety glasses when drilling.
- Use a lubricant such as cutting oil to reduce friction and heat buildup.
- Start with a smaller drill bit and gradually increase the size.
- Clamp the metal down securely to prevent it from slipping.
In conclusion, drilling through thin metal requires careful consideration of the drill bit, speed, and lubricant used. By following these guidelines, you will be able to effectively drill through thin metal with a hand drill.
Drilling Through Thick Metal
When drilling metal, there are a few extra steps to take when drilling through metal that is thicker than 1/8 inch.
- Choose the Right Drill Bits: A high-speed steel drill bit is recommended for drilling through thick metal.
- Reduce the Speed: Use a slower speed when drilling through thick metal.
- Increase Pressure: Increase the pressure when drilling through thick metal.
- Use Cutting Oil: Applying cutting oil to the drill bit can help reduce friction and make drilling easier.
- Drill in Reverse: When drilling through thick metal, drilling in reverse can help prevent the drill bit from getting stuck.
Drilling Through Thick Steel
When drilling through thick steel, the right drill bit is essential. The most common type of bit for this job is a cobalt steel bit, which is designed to remain sharp even when drilling through hard materials. Make sure the bit is the appropriate size for the hole you are attempting to drill.
It is best to pre-drill holes in metal before attempting to drill through thick steel. A smaller drill bit should be used to create a pilot hole, which the larger bit will follow. If a pilot hole is not pre-drilled, the drill bit will have difficulty penetrating the steel and could break.
Once the pilot hole is drilled, it is important to apply constant pressure while drilling. This will help the drill bit stay sharp and effective. If the drill bit stops penetrating the steel, it may need to be sharpened or replaced.
Drilling through thick steel is a job that requires patience. If the drill bit becomes too hot, allow it to cool before continuing. It is also important to use the correct speed setting on the drill. Too fast of a setting can cause the drill bit to overheat and lose its effectiveness.
Once the hole is drilled, use a deburring tool to remove any sharp edges. Deburring will help ensure a smooth finish and prevent any injury.
How to Pre-drill Holes in Metal:
|Select a drill bit that is smaller than the size of the hole you are attempting to drill.
|Position the drill bit in the center of the area where the hole will be.
|Slowly press the drill bit into the metal.
|Apply a constant pressure while drilling.
|Once the pilot hole is complete, allow the drill bit to cool before continuing.
Pre-Drilling Holes in Metal
Pre-drilling holes in metal is an important step when drilling into metal as it helps reduce the amount of force needed to make the hole. It also helps to ensure a clean, precise cut and prevents the drill bit from becoming stuck or skipping.
The size of the hole that needs to be pre-drilled depends on the size of the hole that will be drilled. For a small hole, a 1/16 inch drill bit should be used. For a medium hole, a 3/32 inch drill bit should be used. For a large hole, a 1/4 inch drill bit should be used.
It is important to choose the right drill bit for the job as different kinds of metal require different types of drill bits. High-speed steel (HSS) drill bits are well-suited for drilling into most types of metal. For harder metals, such as stainless steel and titanium, tungsten carbide tipped (TCPT) drill bits are recommended.
|Drill Bit Type
|High-speed steel (HSS)
|Tungsten Carbide Tipped (TCPT)
Once the correct drill bit has been chosen, pre-drilling the hole is relatively straightforward. First, mark the spot with a permanent marker where the hole will be drilled. Then, attach the drill bit to the drill, making sure it is securely fastened. Next, slowly start to drill the hole, making sure to keep the bit straight and even.
After the hole has been pre-drilled, it is now ready for the final step of drilling into metal. A drill with a good amount of torque and speed is recommended for this job. It is important to use the right drill bit for the job, as different types of metal require different types of drill bits.
Choosing the Right Drill Bit for Metal
Drilling into metal requires an understanding of the right type of drill bit and the correct technique. The wrong drill bit and technique can lead to a damaged hole, distorted metal, and even injury. Here are the key points to consider when choosing the right drill bit for metal:
- Material: The type of metal being drilled will determine the type of drill bit that should be used. For softer metals like aluminum, brass and copper, a high-speed steel (HSS) drill bit is usually the best choice. For harder metals like stainless steel, titanium and carbon steel, a cobalt drill bit or carbide-tipped bit is recommended.
- Size: The size of the hole to be drilled will determine the size of the drill bit that should be used. The diameter of the drill bit should be slightly larger than the hole size.
- Lubricant: When drilling into metal, it is important to use a lubricant such as cutting oil or WD-40. This will help reduce friction and heat and will also help to extend the life of the drill bit.
- Speed: When drilling metal, it is important to use the correct speed. Too slow of a speed can cause the metal to overheat and distort, while too fast of a speed can cause the drill bit to break or wear out quickly.
- Angle: The angle of the drill bit should be perpendicular to the metal surface to ensure a clean, accurate hole.
By following these steps, you can ensure that your drilling job is done correctly and safely.
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of drill bit should I use to drill into metal?
For drilling into metal, it is important to use a drill bit designed specifically for metal, such as a cobalt or titanium drill bit. Cobalt drill bits are made from an alloy containing cobalt and are more heat-resistant than standard high-speed steel drill bits. Titanium drill bits are also heat-resistant and are less likely to break. Both cobalt and titanium drill bits can be used to drill through most types of metal.
Which Drill Setting Should I Use for Metal?
When drilling through metal, it is essential to use a high-speed drill setting. This will produce a clean, sharp cut and reduce the risk of metal fatigue. The drill should also be set to a low RPM (revolutions per minute) to avoid overheating. Additionally, be sure to use a drill bit made of high-speed steel for the best results.
What Safety Precautions Should I Take When Drilling into Metal?
- Wear safety goggles and gloves: Wear safety goggles and gloves to protect your eyes and hands from metal shavings and sawdust.
- Use ear protection: Wear ear protection, such as earplugs, to protect your ears from the noise of the drill.
- Use a clamp: Use a clamp to hold the metal in place while drilling. This will help to prevent slipping and will make the drill more accurate.
- Use the right drill bit: Use the right drill bit for the job. Make sure the drill bit is sharp and the correct size for the job.
- Secure the area: Secure the area where you are drilling by removing any objects that may interfere with the drilling process. This includes furniture, pets, and children.
- Check the drill frequently: Check the drill frequently to make sure it is in good condition and not overheating. Replace any worn parts before continuing.
- Use lubrication: Use lubrication when drilling into metal. This will help reduce friction and make the drilling process easier.
- Clean the area: Clean the area after drilling to remove any metal shavings or sawdust.
What type of metal is most suitable for drilling?
When drilling into metal, it is important to choose the right type of metal for the job. Generally, softer metals such as aluminium, brass, and copper are easier to drill into than harder metals such as stainless steel and iron. Additionally, metals that are coated with a layer of paint or rust are more difficult to drill into. Knowing the type of metal you are working with can help you choose the right drill bit and drilling speed.
What are the Best Methods for Creating a Clean Hole When Drilling into Metal?
Using the right drill bit is essential for obtaining a clean, accurate hole when drilling into metal. High-speed steel (HSS) drill bits are best for drilling into metal, and come in a variety of shapes and sizes. HSS bits should be used with a lubricant to reduce friction and heat so the bit does not burn up. Additionally, the drill bit should be sharp and rotated at the correct speed. A slow speed is recommended for thicker metals, while a faster speed is suitable for thinner metals. Additionally, a center punch and starter bit can help create an accurate hole. The center punch marks the metal to ensure the drill bit does not wander, and the starter bit helps the drill bit penetrate the metal. Finally, clamps can be used to hold the metal in place, preventing it from slipping or spinning during the drilling process.
Drilling a hole into metal may seem daunting, but with the right tools and steps, it is a simple and easy task. Taking the time to use the correct drill bit and lubricant, as well as wearing the appropriate safety gear, will ensure that you create a clean and precise hole.


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Return a new edition of the Fan Day Eurostars where they raffle 50 stays for two people in one of their hotels.
Eurostars Hotels launches the XVI edition of its emblematic “Fan Day” under the slogan “Match&Win”.
But you will have to be quick to participate as there are only a few hours left.
will be raffled 50 two-night stays for two people with breakfast included in the following Eurostars hotels and in the following hours of the June 16 (so you have to participate before):
10am: Five stays at Eurostars Aliados 5* (Oporto, Portugal) 11am: Five stays at Eurostars Gran Marina 5* GL (Barcelona, Spain) 12pm: Five stays at Eurostars Torre Sevilla 5* (Seville, Spain) 1pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Palace 5* (Córdoba, Spain) 2pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Gran Real 5* GL (Santander, Spain) 3pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Gran Hotel La Toja 5* (La Toja, Spain) 4pm : Five stays at the Eurostars Universal 5* (Lisbon, Portugal) 5pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Madrid Tower 5* (Madrid, Spain) 6pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Ambassador 5* (Budapest, Hungary) 7pm: Five stays at the Eurostars Excelsior 5* (Naples, Italy)
How do I participate in the Eurostars Hotels draw?
Access the “Eurostars Match & Win Contest”.Follow Eurostars Hotels on Facebook or Instagram.Select a minimum of 1 hotel and a maximum of 10 hotels.Fill in the registration form with the requested information.
You have time until June 16 from 2022 at 19 hoursat which time the last stays will be drawn.
On Friday June 17 the winners will receive an e-mail to inform them of their status and to manage their reservations.
From the sending of this email, the winners will have a maximum of 4 days to accept it and until June 30, 2023 to redeem and book your stay
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Yes. The Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) requires creditors to automatically send a free copy of home appraisals and all other written valuations on the property after they are completed, regardless of whether credit is extended, denied, incomplete, or withdrawn.
Prepare an “Appraiser’s Package” in advance and have it available for the appraiser at the property. The package could include plats, surveys, deeds, covenants, HOA documents, floor plans, specifications, inspection reports, neighborhood details, recent similar-quality comparables, detailed list and dates of upgrades, remodels and costs, and energy-efficient green features. Meet the appraiser at the property and answer any questions an appraiser might have about the property or neighborhood. Allow the appraiser the necessary space and time to complete the inspection.
Yes! Regulations allow real estate agents, or other persons with an interest in the real estate transaction, to communicate with the appraiser and provide additional property information, including a copy of the sales contract. An agent, or other persons with an interest in the real estate transaction, may not intimidate or bribe an appraiser and an appraiser may not disclose confidential information at any time. More information on communicating with an appraiser may be found at www.nar.realtor/appraisal/appraiser-independence.
Once an appraisal assignment is completed and sent to the appraiser’s client, typically the lender, an appraiser may not discuss the results of the report to anyone but the client who ordered the appraisal, or parties designated by the client. In order to ask an appraiser to correct errors in the appraisal report or consider additional information, you must contact the appraiser’s client in writing.
The Government Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) require that an appraiser analyze the sales contract and the appraiser must confirm analysis of the contract on the appraisal report. The appraiser looks at the terms of the sales contract and compares them with what is typical in the market. The sales contract has information such as the interest rate, the down payment amount, seller contributions or other personal property items that might be included in the sale. The appraiser must also verify if the property seller is the owner of public record.
Appraisers are required to be competent in the geographic area where they are working. Some appraisers work in cities and counties beyond their residence, but are knowledgeable about those specific areas. If you suspect that an appraiser is not competent to appraise in your area, you may contact the lender who is the appraiser’s client.
Yes. The appraiser must comply with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and appraisal regulations, but also follow any additional requirements from the mortgage lender, Freddie Mac, Fannie Mae, FHA, USDA and VFor instance, some loans will require the property to meet certain minimum property requirements.
At the beginning of the sales process, discuss the appraisal process with your client. If your buyer or seller is unfamiliar with the appraisal process, provide a link to The Appraisal Foundation’s “Guide to Understanding a Residential Appraisal” that can be found at www.nar.realtor/appraisal-valuation. The appraiser develops an independent, impartial and objective opinion of the value of the property. The appraised value may not always support the sales price of the home.
The mortgage lender orders the appraisal and is the appraiser’s client. Sometimes a lender will use an appraisal management company (AMC) to manage the appraisal process. An AMC will order an appraisal on behalf of the lender. Some lenders order the appraisal directly from an appraiser.


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How fast can glaciers and ice sheets expand and shrink in response to rapidly changing climatic conditions? It's a question that scientists have been pondering with particular interest of late, with Greenland's Peterman Glacier calving large amounts of ice two years in succession, and much of the island's surface ice melting earlier this summer.
Because abrupt climate changes have occurred, across various spatial and temporal scales, at several previous points in the planet's history, scientists can look for prehistorical clues, to see what happened then and thus infer what might happen in a warming 21st century. A team of geologists has done just that, although it has looked for evidence not during previous warm spells, but by looking at two major cooling events in Earth's past.
One, called the Younger Dryas period, began about 13,000 years ago and lasted more than a millennium. A second, less prosaically dubbed the 8.2 kiloyear event (because it occurred approximately 8,200 years ago), was less intense and was far shorter in duration – no more than 150 or so years. In this week's journal Science, Nicolas Young of Columbia University and colleagues write that, by dating moraines – piles of rocks and debris that glaciers deposit while expanding – on Canada's Baffin Island, they found that glaciers had been significantly more expansive during those cold periods.
No surprise there, of course. What was interesting and seemingly counter-intuitive, however, was that those glaciers appeared to cover a larger area during the more recent, shorter-lived, and less intense cold spell than during the Younger Dryas period.
"It's not at all amazing that a small local glacier would grow in response to an event like this, but it is incredible that a large ice sheet would do the same," Young, who conducted the study while at the University at Buffalo, said in a press release.
Young and colleagues suggest that the reason may be because, although the Younger Dryas period was colder year round, there was much more seasonal variation during the 8.2 kiloyear event, with greater summer cooling perhaps feeding the glaciers' advance. As for why there should have been such seasonal variation, the authors are uncertain, although they propose that the apparently catastrophic trigger for the more recent event – a rapid influx of meltwater into the Labrador Sea as a result of warming leading to the final collapse of the massive Laurentide Ice Sheet – may have played a role.
While much analysis remains, the authors say that their study adds to existing evidence that ice sheets reacted rapidly in the past to cooling or warming, and raises concerns that they could do so again as the Earth heats up.
"One of the questions scientists have been asking is how long it takes for these huge chunks of ice to respond to a global climate phenomenon," said study co-author Jason Briner, a University at Buffalo associate professor of geology. "People don't know whether glaciers can respond quickly enough to matter to our grandchildren, and we're trying to answer this from a geological perspective, by looking at Earth's history."
"What we're seeing," he added, "is that these ice sheets are surprisingly sensitive to even short periods of temperature change."
IMAGE: Icicles melting in the Arctic midnight sun, Baffin Island, Canada. (Louise Murray/Corbis)


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LOCATION: Recipes >> Breads Yeast >> Pita Breads
Makes about 16 pitas.
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
2 1/2 cups tepid water ( 80 deg. F to 90 deg. F )
2 1/2 cups whole wheat flour
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 1/2 to 3 1/2 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
Stir the yeast and water together in a large bowl. Using a wooden
spoon and stirring in one direction, stir in the whole wheat flour
about a cup at a time; then stir 100 times, or until the mixture
looks smooth and silky. Let the sponge rest, covered with plastic
wrap for at least 30 minutes, or up to 8 hours in a cool place.
Sprinkle salt over the sponge and then stir in the olive oil, mixing
well, again stirring in the same direction. Add the all-purpose
flour about a cup at a time, mixing until the dough is too stiff
to stir with the spoon. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured
work surface and knead it mixing until it is smooth and elastic,
8 to 10 minutes. The dough will be moderately firm and have a
Clean the mixing bowl, dry it, and coat it lightly with oil.
Transfer the dough to the bowl, turn the dough around to oil its
surface, and cover tightly with plastic wrap. Let the dough rise
at room temperature for 2 to 3 hours, or until it doubles in bulk.
If you want, you can make the dough ahead at this point and keep
it refrigerated for up to a week. Pack the dough into a plastic
bag that is at least three times as big as the dough; seal the bag
at the very end, to leave as much room as possible for expansion.
When you're ready to bake, cut off as much dough as you need,
transfer it to a bowl, cover, and bring it to room temperature
before proceeding with the recipe. Don't be concerned if the aroma
of the bread changes as it remains in the refrigerator. This aroma,
reminiscent of sourdough, is the result of the dough's natural
If you have quarry tiles or baking stones, use them to line the
bottom rack of your oven, leaving a 1-inch border free around the
tiles so that the heat can circulate properly. You can simulate
the quality of a tiled oven by lining the rack with two small baking
sheets, leaving a similar border. Preheat the oven to 450 deg. F.
Deflate the dough by kneading it briefly. Divide it in half and
keep one half under plastic or a cloth while you work with the
other. Cut the dough into 8 equal pieces and, with lightly floured
cupped hands, form the pieces into tight balls; keep the balls
under plastic as you work on the others. On a well-floured surface,
flatten the balls of dough with your fingertips and then, using a
rolling pin, roll each piece of dough into a circle 8 to 9 inches
in diameter and less than 1/4 inch thick. Cover but do not stack
the rolled-out breads.
Place as many of the rolled-out breads as will fit onto the preheated
tiles or baking sheets--you'll probably be able to make 4 to 6
breads at a time-and bake for 3 to 5 minutes, or until the breads
resemble well-blown-up balloons. Don't worry if you get seams or
dry spots or less-than-full balloons ( your tiles may not have been
hot enough ); the breads will still taste good. As the breads come
from the oven, wrap them together in a large kitchen towel. Finish
baking this batch of bread, roll out the remaining dough, and
To bake the breads on the stove top, preheat a 9-inch griddle or
cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat, and lightly oil the griddle.
Bake one rolled-out circle at a time on the griddle, putting the
pita top-side down on the griddle and cooking for 15 to 20 seconds
before turning the bread over gently. Cook for another minute, or
until big bubbles appear. Turn the bread again and cook until it
balloons fully. Pressing a towel on those areas where bubbles have
formed will push air into the flat areas. The breads should bake
for no more than 3 minutes. Oil the griddle after every 4 or 5
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GREENSBORO, N.C. — The City of Greensboro does not anticipate much of an impact from the Federal Government shutdown, while Guilford County is already seeing the impact.
The Special Subsidized Nutrition Program for Women Infants and Children, or WIC, is 100 percent federally funded and administered by the county. The program is now suspended due to the shutdown. The same goes for federally subsidized daycare.
“The information that’s coming out right now is still sketchy,” said Guilford County Manager Marty Lawing. “We’re monitoring information daily, hourly, to get the most up to date information.”
Lawing said the county will have to consider putting some employees on unpaid leave if it can’t guarantee the Federal Government will not reimburse for federally funded programs.
The City of Greensboro does not get as much federal money as Guilford County.
The city does not expect much of an impact from the shut down unless it lasts six months or more and possibly my even then.


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Welcome to the Coatesville Dems Blog
Public Corruption in Chester County, PA
I believe an unlikely mix of alleged drug trafficking related politicos and alleged white nationalist related politicos united to elect the infamous “Bloc of Four” in the abysmal voter turnout election of 2005. During their four year term the drug business was good again and white nationalists used Coatesville as an example on white supremacist websites like “Stormfront”. Strong community organization and support from law enforcement, in particular Chester County District Attorney Joseph W. Carroll has begun to turn our community around. The Chester County drug trafficking that I believe centers on Coatesville continues and I believe we still have public officials in place that profit from the drug sales. But the people here are amazing and continue to work against the odds to make Coatesville a good place to live.
Saturday, June 29, 2019
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
Nobody talks about the first Jewish president. If Berne Sanders becomes president it would be the final act in a play that began with Franklin Delano Roosevelt deciding to run for president.
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Madison Square Garden,
February 20, 1939
Charles Lindbergh later came around and helped the United States war effort. His close association with and knowledge of the German aircraft industry helped our war effort.
American GIs were startled when they saw Nazi Army Ford troop transit trucks. Henry Ford kept profiting from his German Ford division going 8 months after Germany declared war on the United States.
Ford and the Führer
by Ken Silverstein
The Nation magazine, January 24, 2000
In Trump's case it's keeping the white race pure. Narendra Modi campaigns on keeping India Hindu.
"The country is changing — it's getting browner, as population growth slows among whites. Non-whites now make up a majority of kindergartners; by the next presidential election, the Census Bureau predicts they will be a majority of all children; and by 2044, no one racial group will be a majority of the country."
Population growth has slowed. That's what is behind the anti-abortion and anti-birth control politics of the Republican Christofascists.
About 1/3 of Americans are terrified that white people will not continue to dominate U.S. society, politics & commerce. The other 2/3 don't care. Trump makes the fearful more terrified guaranteeing they will support anything he does.
How Fascism Works: The Politics of Us and Them
by Jason Stanley
“That this tough-guy, get-mad-and-get-even approach has gained him an increasingly large and enthusiastic following has probably surprised Trump as much as anyone else.
Trump himself is simply and quite literally an egomaniac. But the phenomenon he has created and now leads has become something larger than him, and something far more dangerous.
Republican politicians marvel at how he has “tapped into” a hitherto unknown swath of the voting public. But what he has tapped into is what the founders most feared when they established the democratic republic: the popular passions unleashed, the “mobocracy.” Conservatives have been warning for decades about government suffocating liberty. But here is the other threat to liberty that Alexis de Tocqueville and the ancient philosophers warned about: that the people in a democracy, excited, angry and unconstrained, might run roughshod over even the institutions created to preserve their freedoms. As Alexander Hamilton watched the French Revolution unfold, he feared in America what he saw play out in France — that the unleashing of popular passions would lead not to greater democracy but to the arrival of a tyrant, riding to power on the shoulders of the people.
This phenomenon has arisen in other democratic and quasi-democratic countries over the past century, and it has generally been called “fascism.” Fascist movements, too, had no coherent ideology, no clear set of prescriptions for what ailed society. “National socialism” was a bundle of contradictions, united chiefly by what, and who, it opposed; fascism in Italy was anti-liberal, anti-democratic, anti-Marxist, anti-capitalist and anti-clerical. Successful fascism was not about policies but about the strongman, the leader (Il Duce, Der Führer), in whom could be entrusted the fate of the nation. Whatever the problem, he could fix it. Whatever the threat, internal or external, he could vanquish it, and it was unnecessary for him to explain how. Today, there is Putinism, which also has nothing to do with belief or policy but is about the tough man who single-handedly defends his people against all threats, foreign and domestic.
To understand how such movements take over a democracy, one only has to watch the Republican Party today. These movements play on all the fears, vanities, ambitions and insecurities that make up the human psyche. In democracies, at least for politicians, the only thing that matters is what the voters say they want — vox populi vox Dei. A mass political movement is thus a powerful and, to those who would oppose it, frightening weapon. When controlled and directed by a single leader, it can be aimed at whomever the leader chooses. If someone criticizes or opposes the leader, it doesn’t matter how popular or admired that person has been. He might be a famous war hero, but if the leader derides and ridicules his heroism, the followers laugh and jeer. He might be the highest-ranking elected guardian of the party’s most cherished principles. But if he hesitates to support the leader, he faces political death."
Friday, June 7, 2019
The Trump Administration disclosed CIA source Kilimnik to discredit Mueller. Now the Russian GRU can murder him. Congress can open impeachment with treason as the first charge
This is a BIG DEAL:
“(1) It appears the Trump administration has already started leaking classified intel to conservative media, which is a crime
(2) Given that Kilimnik is in a gated GRU compound, this leak is intended to not just "burn" him as a US asset but to get him killed.”
From Seth Abramson - https://twitter.com/sethabramson
“In a key finding of the Mueller report, Ukrainian businessman Konstantin Kilimnik, who worked for Trump campaign chairman Paul Manafort, is tied to Russian intelligence.
But hundreds of pages of government documents — which special counsel Robert Mueller possessed since 2018 — describe Kilimnik as a “sensitive” intelligence source for the U.S. State Department who informed on Ukrainian and Russian matters.
Why Mueller’s team omitted that part of the Kilimnik narrative from its report and related court filings is not known. But the revelation of it comes as the accuracy of Mueller’s Russia conclusions face increased scrutiny.”

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Other ports in China are doing fine with their services are still arriving on time
by ANIS HAZIM / pic by TMR FILE
CHINA’S lockdown has obviously delayed the shipment in the country, however, the impact was minimal, Port Klang Authority GM Captain K Subramaniam said.
“We have seen some drop in the cargo that is coming from southern China especially since the lockdown. So, ships are getting delayed coming over here (Malaysia).
“But we are still seeing other ports doing fine such as Xiamen and Chengdu as their services are still arriving on time,” Subramaniam told The Malaysian Reserve (TMR) recently.
China’s zero-Covid strategy has forced its largest city of Shanghai — one of the world’s largest ports to extend its lockdown indefinitely.
Just a while ago, China reopened its tech hub city, Shenzhen, which is the world’s third-largest port after a week-long lockdown that has threatened the global supply chains as reported by the US media.
More than 100,000 cases have been reported in Shanghai since March, despite having managed to contain the virus before. Up to 25 million residents in the city were locked down last week, with more reports emerging of the growing dissatisfaction over the measures and difficulties of getting food.
Meanwhile, Subramaniam said he is cautiously optimistic with the country’s transition to the endemic phase and borders reopening despite possible delays at port by China.
“Anything China does will affect us, and in this case, China is going into isolation while most countries are opening up.
“Certainly, people around the world are going to feel the pinch (from China’s port lockdown) because they will not be getting their goods on time and industries are going to have problems,” he said.
In regards to the economic recovery, Subramaniam said Port Klang is back to “almost normal”.
“When I said ‘almost normal’, we still have one or two issues coming up now, especially like this one (China’s lockdown), then we also have some issues of backlogs from other ports.
“Any flashpoint like the geopolitical issue is going to affect all around the world. But on the other hand, the world is also opening up rapidly as well as businesses. I’m sure that there will be a lot of demand for goods in the upcoming months,” he noted.
According to him, Port Klang remained on the grip during the first quarter of this year although the import cargo volume declined in February, while export cargo volume is recovering.
“We are not really seeing a drastic change. The volume dropped in February but our local imports and exports have increasedoverall although it is not as good as last year,” he said.
Notably, he said the country’s port is doing well in the first months of 2021 but dropping slightly due to several consolidations, however, he expects the whole process in the port to regain balance soon.
“We are definitely looking forward to the reopening of borders because a lot of industries — whether it is the food or hotel industries — are going to increase in terms of goods transportation,” he added.
Nevertheless, he said the port could not afford any more disruptions as China’s zero-Covid strategy is continuing to be a problem for quite some time.
Meanwhile, Moody’s Analytics senior economist Tim Uy said China’s zero-Covid strategy is expected to have a huge impact on China compared to other countries.
“The impact will certainly be felt domestically in China, particularly in regions that have been locked down in phases,” Tim said in an email reply to TMR.
He also views that the significant impact to the global supply chains from China’s lockdown remains uncertain for now.
“However, if ports in China start to close, that would be quite disruptive to the global flow of goods and services,” he said.
Concurrently, China’s port is operating normally to keep the supply chain running smoothly despite the extension of lockdowns.
Although China’s lockdown may not impose huge disruptions in the global supply chain, Tim opined that energy prices and the rising price of raw materials are expected to feed into higher transport costs as inputs for many manufactured goods.
“The passthrough will be pervasive and likely affect the most energy-intensive sectors,” he said.


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After 100 years of establishing the Jordan Hejaz Railway which is considered one of the oldest monuments associated with the history of modern Jordan, as this association dates back to the history of the Great Arab Revolt, therefore, there have been instructions by the general administration of the railway to establish a special museum for this Corporation.
Hence, an area estimated at 130 square meters was allocated for this project inside the campus of the Amman station. Work in establishing the Museum started in 1999, and in 2003 it included more than 250 items consisted of murals that depicted the development phases of trains starting with the first steam locomotives designed by British inventor “Stephen”, reaching to modern designs, as well as displaying photos of members of the Hashemite family and the ancestry of HM King Abdullah II.
From another part, the Museum included items that were used or still being used in keeping trains in operation. Moreover, the Museum contains a sand model that displays the stations and the route of trains starting from the Syrian borders to Maan station.
To preserve the legacy of the Hejaz Railway, the Corporation’s administration archives historic documents and correspondences that are related to the Hejaz Railway to remain a historic asset for all those who are interested and for knowledge seekers in the field of rail transport.