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|Caesar Must Die||Movie||"Winner of the Golden Bear at the 2012 Berlin Film Festival, Caesar Must Die shows inmates at a prison in Rome rehearsing for a performance of Shakespeare's Julius Caesar."||2012|
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|I'm Your Man||Movie||"In order to obtain research funds for her studies, a scientist accepts an offer to participate in an extraordinary experiment: for three weeks, she is to live with a humanoid robot, created to make her happy."||2021|
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|Littlest Pet Shop: A World of Our Own||TV show||"Welcome to the land of Paw-Tucket! A pet-only world made by pets, for pets. Trip, Quincy, Jade, Roxie, Edie and Bev explore Paw-Tucket and get into all kinds of fun, throw parties, and discover new friendships."||2018|
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|The Gentlemen||Movie||"An American expat tries to sell off his highly profitable marijuana empire in London, triggering plots, schemes, bribery and blackmail in an attempt to steal his domain out from under him."||2020|
|The Undeclared War||TV show||"A topical thriller about the ‘undeclared war’ Russia is waging on the West. Set in 2024 in the run-up to a British general election, the series tracks a team of analysts buried in the heart of GCHQ after the country is hit by a vicious cyber-attack."||2022|
|Top End Wedding||Movie||"Lauren and Ned are engaged, they are in love, and they have just ten days to find Lauren's mother who has gone AWOL somewhere in the remote far north of Australia, reunite her parents and pull off their dream wedding."||2019|
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text: I just found out that a guy in my dorm tried to kill himself. It's not my wing (we don't have coed wings, and I'm a girl), but I spend almost all my time there... I knew that guy, he lived across the hall from one of my best friends. I saw him almost every day, we talked from time to time. He wasn't super smiley, but he was friendly, had a good social life... I just don't get it. I mean, I have been in some rough places in my life, I've wanted to stop living before, but I've never been able to convince myself to try suicide. I can't bring my self to hurt the people in my life that way. I mean, this guy's friends are drinking and crying, they're really messed up. Even the people like me, who only knew him cuz they happened to live in the same place, we're still pretty shaken up. I don't understand how life can be so bad you can stop caring about how much you're gonna fuck up other people's lives. I understand having so much pain you just want it all to stop, and even feeling so lonely and uncared for that you think it won't matter... But when you have loving, caring friends... I don't get it.

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Is Your Sluggish Thyroid Causing You To Gain Weight?
The thyroid gland is among the larger glands within the endocrine system. It controls how quickly the body uses energy, makes proteins and controls hormone sensitivity. Virtually all of our metabolic processes are determined by our thyroid. Hormonal output by the thyroid gland is regulated by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) which is produced in the pituitary, the principle of these hormones are triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4).
As we age, thyroid disorders become increasingly common, usually involving an abnormal production of hormones. These can include hyperthyroidism, which is the over-production of thyroid hormones and hypothyroidism, which is the underproduction of thyroid. Thyroid disorders are more prevalent in women than men and are more likely to occur in women over the age of 30. Of these disorders, hypothyroidism is the most common and is a frequent cause or contributor to many of the problems we associate with aging. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
- Weight gain
- Hair loss of the scalp
- Excess hair growth in unwanted areas, such as the chin and neck
- Muscle and joint pain and weakness
- Increased sensitivity to cold
- Dry skin
- Puffy face
- Excessive and/or irregular menstrual bleeding
What is unfortunate is that there is a tendency by the medical establishment to treat hypothyroidism as an isolated condition rather than with a holistic approach, taking into account the patient’s entire medical history. Hormone imbalances can lead to hypothyroidism and hypothyroidism will lead to other hormone imbalances, creating a vicious cycle. The success rate of treating hypothyroidism with conventional pharmaceuticals is less than encouraging. Many patients report that they notice no real difference in how they look and feel after taking these prescriptions.
There has also been some controversy regarding the role certain pharmaceutical companies have played in suppressing research showing that their medications might not work as they claimed. Synthroid, also known as Levoxythyroxine and often sold under other genetic labels, has been used almost exclusively by physicians to treat hypothyroidism since it was first introduced in 1955. It has become the third most prescribed drug in the U.S. behind Lipitor and Premarin. This vast marketing of Synthroid to treat hypothyroidism, despite many complaints by patients that it was not working as claimed, led to an investigation followed by a class-action lawsuit that started in 1996.
The reason Synthroid does not work for so many people is simple: Synthroid only stimulates the T4 hormone in our bodies. Normally when a hormone is produced, it communicates to the other hormones and corresponding cells, telling them how to function correctly. If we are otherwise healthy and have a generally balanced hormone production and excellent diet, the T4 hormone will be converted into T3, which is the primary hormone needed to prevent or overcome the symptoms of hypothyroidism.
These problems with Synthroid, while well known in the medical establishment, have not stopped it from being widely prescribed by endocrinologists and other doctors. While some people who have hypothyroidism due to autoimmune disorders will need a prescription for a thyroid-replacement drug and should talk to their physician to look into one that boosts T3 production, many others will benefit from naturally increasing their thyroid production and working with their bodies to balance their hormones rather than becoming dependent upon a pharmaceutical which may or may not relieve their symptoms.
There are many natural ways to boost thyroid by making positive changes to our diets, nutrition and incorporating more exercise into our daily activities. For some people, this may involve simply taking a supplement if they already have a healthy diet and engage in regular physical activity. For others, a low glycemic diet like the Amino Diet is necessary in order to get the best nutrition for our condition, combined with a marked increase in physical activity. Supplementx can include:
- Selenium: This one essential trace mineral is critical to thyroid function and other health-related issues yet is something that is often lacking in the Western diet. According to the July, 15, 2000 issue of the British-based medical journal, The Lancet, Selenium is vital to reducing thyroid problems as well as fertility issues, pregnancy, heart health and even in preventing the progression of HIV to AIDS. It noted that selenium consumption within the U.K. has dropped by 50% just within the past two decades. Selenium appears to be one of the primary nutrients responsible for allowing the conversion of T4 into T3. There are many supplements that contain selenium, including supplements which are designed to help boost thyroid production. Selenium can also be naturally found in many foods within the United States. Much of our soil is rich in selenium. Plants and animals that are raised on this soil are the best sources of selenium-rich foods. Nuts and seeds also usually have high levels of selenium with Brazil nuts carrying the highest amounts of selenium of any food. A 1-ounce serving of Brazil nuts actually provides over 700% of the recommended daily value of selenium. As extremely high levels of selenium can be toxic, a diet high in Brazil nuts can actually lead to a toxic level of selenium. A diet of mixed nuts including Brazil nuts and sunflower seeds is therefore a safer way to increase selenium levels. In any case, actual overdoses from selenium are quite rare. Most grains grown within the U.S. are also high in selenium, so incorporating additional whole grains into the diet is usually beneficial. Seafood, including tuna and oysters, are rich in selenium. Other fruits, vegetables, meats and dairy can be high in selenium if they were grown or raised in selenium-rich areas. Of course, look for meats and dairy which are organically raised and free of growth hormones and antibiotics.
- Iodine: Iodine is also necessary for healthy thyroid function as iodine molecules are needed to produce both T3 and T4 hormones. It is also vital for overall immune-system health and may reduce the risks for certain forms of cancer. While autoimmune thyroid disease is not caused by iodine deficiency, virtually all other causes of hypothyroidism can be related to low levels of iodine consumption. Traditionally this occurs more often in areas where people do not have easy access to seafood or iodized salt though many Westerners simply have diets which lack these things. Iodine supplements are readily available on the market though not everyone can consume iodine directly. Those who are allergic to seafood should not take iodine. Others fare better with supplemental herbs and foods that contain iodine, such as kelp and Irish moss. Both of these can also be found in supplemental form. Still, there are others who do not do well taking any form of supplemental iodine in any form, either due to allergic reactions or problems with absorption. When this is the case, look for foods that are rich in iodine. Seafood is easily the most recognized source and has some of the highest levels of iodine in the world. In addition, oysters and clams often contain copper, which is vital for thyroid function. Those who cannot or will not eat seafood can also find foods that contain kelp, which is an underwater plant. Kelp can be found in many Asian dishes and can be used in many recipes which call for lettuce, including salad and soups. For those who cannot find or do not like kelp, strawberries are among the few fruits which contain iodine. Yoghurt is often a good source of iodine and strawberry yoghurt will have even higher levels.
- Thiamine (B1): Thiamine is a water-soluble, B-complex vitamin that is often overlooked when discussing thyroid health, yet is absolutely necessary for thyroid function and production. Thiamine deficiencies lead to hypothyroidism and other imbalanced hormones. Fortunately, thiamine is readily available in either supplemental form or in many foods. Beans, peas, lentils and long grain brown rice are all high in thiamine. Black beans, in particular, are absolutely loaded with thiamine. Whole wheat foods, Brazil nuts, cooked eggs, milk, oranges and spinach also contain thiamine. As always, look for dairy products that are free from added hormones and antibiotics.
- Endocrine Boost Supplement: The Endocrine Boost Supplement is a premium formulation from Amino Diet that is specifically designed to support the Hypothalamic-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) Axis. This axis is a major part of the neuroendocrine system and plays a key role in regulating many of the body’s functions, including the immune system, digestion, emotional and mental health, energy storage metabolism as well as the stimulation and regulation of many hormones, including cortisol. By aiding in adrenal hormone production, it helps support all of our neurological functions and improves or maintains the health of our adrenal and thyroid glands. This supplement is highly recommended for women over 30 or anyone experiencing hormone imbalance.
- Exercise: Few things can help thyroid function as much as engaging in exercise yet it can be difficult for a patient with low thyroid to find the energy and stamina to incorporate regular physical activity into daily life. We should remember that even small amounts of exercise taken in incremental steps can do wonders for our thyroid function, hormone regulation, metabolism and mental health. Aerobic exercise can actually increase thyroid production by boosting the levels of T3 and T4. Those of us who are not the most physically fit can still incorporate small amounts of aerobic activity into our routines. Some of the best ways to get fit and boost thyroid production is by incorporating exercise into small, periodic intervals. No matter what our current level of fitness, these small intervals of exercise allow us to improve our stamina and level of fitness over time. Exercising in intervals not only allows us to increase our physical endurance but it also helps boost our production of human growth hormone (HGH). This, in turn, helps regulate our blood sugar, metabolism and other hormones, including thyroid.
What is it worth to you to look and feel your best? Is it worth making some modifications to your diet and lifestyle? For every excuse you can come up with for not improving your diet and engaging in exercise, I bet you could find at least two reasons why you should. You can change your life by changing your attitude and take the first small steps to a better, healthier you. It begins by taking that first, small step.
For more information about the thyroid or the Amino Diet protocol and supplements call 1-800-980-7208 or click the get started button.

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ENGLISH ABSTRACT: Integral to coastal engineering design is the understanding and analysis of the wave climate at an arbitrary site under consideration. In most cases, these wave climate and extreme conditions are simulated ...


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Mel B Hairstyles
Date of Birth: Thursday, May 29, 1975
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Born in Leeds.
Family: Mother Andrea. Father Martin worked in an engineering factory. Sister Danielle Brown used to be in Emmerdale.
Education: Intake High School, Bramley.
Previous jobs: Worked in newspaper telesales. Auditioned for Cats and Miss Saigon as a dancer and for a role on Coronation Street.
Lives: £2.25 million mansion in Little Marlow, Buckinghamshire.
Love life: Currently seeing Tom Jones actor Max Beesley. Married Dutch dancer Jimmy Gulzar in 1998. They separated at the turn of the millennium. She says of him in her single Tell Me: "Now I see you didnít have any self-esteem and all you loved was Mel Bís money". Look out Oscar Wilde. Former footballer Steve Mulrain kissed and told about his teen romance with Mel. Previous boyfriends include Icelandic boxer/businessman Fjolnir Thorgeirsson.
Children: Phoenix Chi with Jimmy Gulzar (born 1999).
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Nestled in the heart of Red Lake, Holiday House 14 Castle View Red Lake is an ideal spot from which to discover Telford. From here, guests can enjoy easy access to all that the lively city has to offer. With its convenient location, the hotel offers easy access to the city's must-see destinations.
At Holiday House 14 Castle View Red Lake, the excellent service and superior facilities make for an unforgettable stay. The hotel offers access to a vast array of services, including free Wi-Fi in all rooms, car park.
Holiday House 14 Castle View Red Lake is home to 1 bedrooms. All are tastefully furnished and many even provide such comforts as towels, television LCD/plasma screen, sofa, linens, internet access – wireless. Besides, the hotel's host of recreational offerings ensures you have plenty to do during your stay. With an ideal location and facilities to match, Holiday House 14 Castle View Red Lake hits the spot in many ways.

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"Traveling Once Again," from the Erie County Historical Society. The display is a collection of pottery and basketry from a time when it was a great adventure to travel west and collect Native American crafts.
A Collection of Mechanical Banks, by Dr. Andrea Wyman. This display is located on the second floor.
"Scotland the Brave," coordinated by Professor Loralyn Whitney. The exhibit features Scottish artifacts and recently acquired books on Scottish history and culture. The exhibit is located on the Second Floor of the library next to the Computer Lab.
Edinboro memorabilia from the estate of Elaine Ghering Uht, Class of 1941, by Dr. Andrea Wyman. This exhibit is located on the first floor.
"Meet Owly and Andy Runton," by Dr. Andrea Wyman. Graphic novels and comic books are on display. They were created by visiting artist, Andy Runton of Atlanta, Georgia. Also included are lesson plans for using the Owly books in the classroom. This display is located on the second floor.
"Find Library Materials Using Google Scholar," an informational poster created by Professors Christine Troutman and Barry Gray.
"Holy Tyrannosaurus Rex!" - Curriculum Materials Center - Resource materials for teaching children about dinosaurs including charts, diagrams and models.

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In April, a group of Swarthmore College students filed a federal complaint with the U.S. Department of Education, alleging their elite university has created a “hostile environment” on campus where victims of sexual crimes don’t feel comfortable coming forward. That complaint has spurred the Department of Education’s Office of Civil Rights (OCR) to open a formal investigation into the allegations.
Swarthmore is just one of a mounting number of U.S. colleges that have recently faced federal complaints over their administrations’ sexual assault policies. Students across the country have come forward to accuse their campus administrators of perpetuating a victim-blaming rape culture that dissuades survivors from coming forward, allows sexual predators to escape serious punishment, and ultimately attempts to sweep the issue under the rug.
At Swarthmore specifically, 12 students allege that the college is persistently underreporting the number of rape cases that occur on campus — a violation of federal law. Students also say they don’t receive support from their administrators when they talk to them about sexual assaults. One of the students who filed the complaint, Hope Brinn, said she was repeatedly asked what she did to “provoke the behavior” after she reported being sexually harassed. Brinn also said university officials told her they didn’t need to pursue judicial action against her male assailant because his admission that he was guilty of harassing her “was punishment enough.”
Brinn told the Huffington Post that she hopes the investigation into Swarthmore will spur action. In a promising move, the university has already pledged to conduct an external review of it sexual assault policies. Similar slow progress is being made at other college campuses where students are pushing to combat rape culture.
“Students are talking, and the government is listening,” Brinn pointed out.
However, the progress is often too slow to effect real change on college campuses, and many student activists aren’t satisfied. On Monday, a group of sexual assault prevention advocates will rally at the Department of Education in Washington, DC. They are planning to deliver a petition that demands the federal government take more serious steps to crack down on the universities that are violating the law by failing to address sexual assault.

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Watchdog the Care Quality Commission (CQC) looked into Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, which runs services for some of the county’s most vulnerable patients.
A report published on Tuesday (March 26) says inspectors found patients and the public weren’t always being kept safe.
The trust has apologised, saying it is “truly sorry” for letting patients and their families down.
Rampton Hospital, a secure Nottinghamshire psychiatric hospital run by the trust, was improving but not quickly enough, the report also found.
Valdo Calocane fatally stabbed students Barnaby Webber and Grace O’Malley-Kumar, both 19, and 65-year-old school caretaker Ian Coates, in Nottingham on 13, June 2023.
Prosecutors accepted manslaughter by diminished responsibility pleas rather than pursue a murder case. A court was told he had been suffering from severe mental health problems at the time, including paranoid schizophrenia, and had been in the care of the trust in the past.
The Secretary of State for Health ordered a rapid review into mental health services in the county after the case.
A third part of the review, specifically focusing on the care available to Valdo Calocane, will be published in the summer.
The CQC’s inspection criticised access to mental health care under NHS Nottinghamshire, with high demand, long waiting lists, lack of inpatient beds and difficulty accessing crisis care.
Patients weren’t always being kept safe due to staffing problems and inconsistent risk assessments, the report said.
The CQC expressed concerns that people might hurt themselves or others while waiting for care.
It added that while staff were kind and caring, not all of patients’ care met their needs and planning was often patchy.
The trust’s leaders were trying to fix the problems, but this was taking too long.
The trust’s overall rating is suspended while the full review is completed.
Rampton Hospital, which has been rated ‘requires improvement’ or lower for the last five years, was getting better at keeping people safe.
However, there were still key areas of concern, including poor communication between staff and patients, the prescribing of medicines and staffing levels.
Inspectors recommended that Rampton Hospital be re-licensed for 12 months rather than the full five years.
The report recommends that the trust focus on providing safe treatment, and ensure there are clear pathways for people in need to get care.
It also suggests that Rampton Hospital is partnered with another secure hospital as a ‘critical friend’ to speed its improvements.
Ifti Majid, Chief Executive, Nottinghamshire Healthcare said: “We are committed to providing high quality, effective and safe care to those people who need it most, and that is why this report makes difficult reading because it is clear that sometimes we have let down patients and their families and for this, we are truly sorry.
“External inspections are an important way of helping us learn and make the improvements that are needed. We didn’t wait for the special review or the report to begin making our improvements to staff and safety and developing much more of a learning culture across our services.
“We deliver care and treatment to tens of thousands of people at any one time and the vast majority of our 10,000 colleagues are providing care in a kind and compassionate way, often in challenging circumstances.
“We welcome the additional support that we are now receiving as part of the national Recovery Support Programme, including the support of our improvement director.
“We are currently developing our integrated improvement plan and we will ensure that every recommendation within the CQC’s rapid review report is implemented so that those who use our services receive the high-quality care they deserve.”


text: "People have dual interests," says Jared Bernstein, an economist speaking about the immigration reform debate now before Congress. "Ask them, do you want your lawn to be mowed as cheaply as possible? They'll say yes. Ask if they want to control the border. They'll say yes. Ask them if controlling the borders means they're willing to pay more for lawn care, they'll say how much? And that's what we're going to find out."

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Now that we live in a world where everything is fast-paced, and where school or work and many other responsibilities seem to loom over our heads non-stop, every once in a while, we need a welcome respite from this concrete jungle we call the metro.
For the many fashionistas and film buffs, we find that solace in Fashion and Film. And then there are Fashion Flicks that just have us melting over the style, the glamour, and the couture. Here are our top 10 movie picks that would surely inspire you to ditch your old school or office go-to outfits and turn your hallways into certified Hollywood movie sets!
1 The September Issue (2009)
Directed by: R.J. Cutler
Starring: Anna Wintour and Grace Coddington
This documentary following the behind-the-scenes of how Vogue puts together the September 2007 issue, will give you a peak at how the publishing giant is run. The documentary centers on the tense professional relationship of editor-in-chief Anna Winter and creative director Grace Coddington and how this relationship produces the most beautiful fashion photos you will ever see. Many designers are also featured like Oscar de la Renta and Vera Wang so you have to watch out for their fabulous creations. This will also teach you how to properly color block.
2 The Devil Wears Prada (2006)
Directed by: David Frankel
Starring: Meryl Streep, Anne Hathaway and Stanley Tucci
At this point, who has not seen this flick that has already gained a massive cult following? Can’t we all still hear Miranda’s iconic “That’s all.” Whenever this favorite pops up while we are channel surfing, we just cannot help but drop everything and watch. How many fashionistas have died of jealousy over Andy’s fashion makeover and that everyday office fashion sequence! I do suggest that you watch this first before watching The September Issue to see the difference, and the uncanny similarities, of the Anna-Wintour-inspired portrayal of Meryl Streep and the actual Ms. Wintour. Also, if you are dying to know what happened next to Andy, grab a copy of the novel’s sequel Revenge Wears Prada: The Devil Returns.
3 The First Monday in May (2016)
Directed by: Andrew Rossi
Starring: Andrew Bolton, Anna Wintour, Rihanna
This documentary follows Andrew Bolton, curator at the Costume Institute of the Metropolitan Museum of Art and how he created the Met’s biggest fashion art exhibit – China: Through the Looking Glass. Be inspired by the various interpretation of western designers of the classic Chinese fashion. The Galliano collection was just inspiring. This documentary also features fashion’s fight for recognition within the art community. Find inspiration as celebrities like Rihanna, Beyonce, JLo and Justin Bieber walk along the red carpet of the one party we have all dreamed of being invited to: The Met Ball.
4 Yves Saint Laurent (2014)
Directed by: Jalil Lespert
Starring: Pierre Niney, Guillaume Gallienne and Charlotte Le Bon
This French biographical drama tells us the story of the brilliant designer Yves Saint Laurent, his start at the House of Dior, his famous rivalry with Karl Lagerfeld, the beginning of his own fashion house and his relationship with one Jacque De Bascher. This film is actually quite dark, showing us the realities behind the glamour of high fashion and the human behind the name YSL. Pierre Niney’s performance even won him the Best Actor Award at the prestigious Cesar Awards. What fashionistas would sure love is the film’s use of actual vintage pieces from the 70’s and how the iconic 1965 Mondrian collection was created.
5 Dior and I / Dior et Moi (2014)
Directed: Frederic Tcheng
Starring: Raf Simons
This critically-acclaimed documentary is about Raf Simons’ preparation for his debut as the creative director of Dior. Before his transfer to Dior, Simons is better known in the fashion world for this previous works with RTW brands, so it is very interesting to see what this creative genius has in store for Dior’s ateliers. Simons’ demeanor and work ethic also reminds us that fashion is more than just fun and glamour but a multibillion dollar industry. These, my friends, is modern haute couture at its finest.
6 Coco Before Chanel (2009)
Directed by: Anne Fontaine
Starring: Audrey Tautou
To the one who gave us the Little Black Dress (LBD), a fabulous “Thank you, Coco!” It would be an injustice not to include in this list the biographical film that tells us the story of Coco Chanel, a bar girl who would eventually build a fashion empire. Apart from the inspiring story of this strong, determined woman, I know how much you all would love the many designer hats featured throughout the film. Also, if a Cesar Award for Best Costume (and an Oscar nomination) is an indicator, your eyes are in for a treat.
7 Unzipped (1995)
Directed by: Douglas Keeve
Starring: Isaac Mizrahi, Linda Evangelista, Naomi Campbell, Cindy Crawford and Kate Moss
The oldest film on our list, this documentary came out more than 20 years ago. This documentary follows the crazy preparation for Isaac Mizrahi’s 1994 collection. For many millennial fashionistas, Mizrahi is known for his judging stint in Project Runway, so here is a must watch to learn more about one of the most high profile designers of the 90’s. Spoiler alert, his ’94 collection was all about colors brighter than the sun: colorful dresses, trench coats and boots. What made this film huge is the jaw-dropping lineup of supermodels. This film will remind you about how powerful the 90’s supermodels were. As Linda Evangelista infamously once said, “We don’t wake up for less than $10,000 a day.”
8 Valentino: The Last Emperor (2008)
Directed by: Matt Tyrnauer
Starring: Valentino Garavani and Giancarlo Giammetti
The industry’s last true couturier, Valentino Garavani opens his private life to us mere mortals in this documentary. Being filmed by a special correspondent to no less than Vanity Fair, Valentino: The Last Emperor is sure packed with the most amazing collections of high fashion. It was also very emotional, not just because it gives us a peak at what it is like to be Valentino and be part of his entourage but because it came out the year Valentino had his final haute couture show.
9 Scatter My Ashes at Bergdorf’s (2013)
Directed by: Matthew Miele
Starring: Betty Halbreich, Iris Apfel, Vera Wang, Olsen Twins, Diane von Furstenberg, Tom Ford and many more
I guess if you can have your breakfast at Tiffany’s, why not be even more fabulously crazy and have your funeral at the luxury institution that is Bergdorf Goodman? The film is basically a compilation of testimonials from celebrities, designers and other high profile personalities of their love for the luxury brands store. Just do not blame me for any sudden urge for a shop-till-you-drop shopping spree right after watching this documentary.
10 Sex and the City: The Movie (2008) and Sex and the City 2 (2010)
Directed by: Michael Patrick King
Starring: Sarah Jessica Parker, Kim Cattrall, Kristin Davis and Cynthia Nixon
Because we are being extra extra nice, here is a bonus, we are listing 11 films in this top 10 list! The four best friends we have gone to love reprises their roles in these two movies. If you are a true fashionista, I would not have to explain what Sex and the City is, but for the friend you are reading this with, it is about four New Yorkers shopping for labels and shopping for love. For the first movie, watch out for the sequence when Carrie tries on a couple of wedding dresses for her Vogue photoshoot. While the film chose to highlight the Vivienne Westwood gown, I just love that Oscar de la Renta piece with the striking red lips and the gorgeous flower headpiece. And for the sequel, be amazed by the “camel-riding” outfits that only these four ladies can pull off!


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Wells Fargo & Co. has relaxed its standards for loans for some high-priced homes as the largest U.S. mortgage lender tries to combat an industry-wide drop in mortgage volumes. The bank has eased its lending standards on mortgages it acquires from other banks, said spokesman Tom Goyda, for "jumbo" loans that are too large to receive a guarantee from government-backed mortgage companies.
In late July, the San Francisco-based bank lowered the minimum credit score on these fixed-rate jumbo mortgages to 700 from 720, Goyda said. Credit scores range from 300 to 850, and levels below%VIRTUAL-pullquote-"The purchase market is softer than we thought that it would be." % 640 are often considered subprime.
The lower requirements for jumbo loans are the latest effort by Wells and other banks to loosen mortgage criteria that are still tight by historical standards. Of the large banks surveyed by the Federal Reserve in July, thirty-nine percent said they were somewhat relaxing requirements on prime residential mortgages, and all banks reported that demand for prime mortgages was at its highest level in a year.
The mortgage industry is seeking to replace lost revenue after a spike in mortgage rates in the second half of 2013 made refinancing less attractive. But for many lenders the search for revenue is tempered by the fact that the housing market is still recovering from the worst crisis since the Great Depression. New rules and regulations designed to prevent the next mortgage implosion have also made some banks less willing to take risk in the market.
In June, Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said, "It is difficult for any homeowner who doesn't have pristine credit these days to get a mortgage. I think that is one of the factors that is causing the housing recovery to be slow."
In addition to lowering minimum credit scores, Wells Fargo is now willing to buy jumbo loans from other lenders that go toward the purchase of a second home, Goyda said. For a refinancing, the bank is now willing to buy mortgages whose balance exceeds the size of the borrower's previous loan, known as "cash-out refinancing."
Wells Fargo's standards for mortgages it buys from other lenders remained more conservative than those it offers directly to consumers via its branches and online, Goyda said. The minimum credit score on those jumbo mortgages is 680.
The latest expansion of Wells Fargo's mortgage lending comes six months after the bank began to offer home loans directly to borrowers with credit scores as low as 600 that were eligible for insurance with the Federal Housing Administration. Its previous minimum credit score for FHA-insured loans was 640.
Wells Fargo executives have said its steps to expand access to mortgage credit are low-risk, as all borrowers must demonstrate an ability to repay the loan in accordance with rules issued by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau that came into effect in January. Most products the bank offers are 30-year, fixed-rate loans that do not allow borrowers to defer principal payments, Wells Fargo Home Mortgage President Mike Heid said at the bank's May investor day.
"This talk about returning to subprime is just nonsense," Heid said.
As industry-wide lending volumes have declined over the last year, Wells Fargo's drop has been even sharper. The bank said last month that it made $47 billion in home loans in the second quarter, 58 percent less than the same period of 2013, compared with a 50 percent fall in industry-wide volumes, according to estimates from the Mortgage Bankers Association.
"The purchase market is softer than we thought that it would be," said Wells Fargo Chief Financial Officer John Shrewsberry on a July conference call with analysts. "We're not seeing breakout returns to pre-crisis levels of the enthusiasm around homeownership."
Chief Executive John Stumpf told Reuters in a July interview that the volume of mortgages it purchased from other banks in the second quarter was lower because those lenders are now selling directly to investors under government programs.
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Police shoot armed man in Bangor, officials say
A Bangor police officer shot an armed man after responding to a domestic disturbance Tuesday morning, according to police.
Police said officers responded to Grove Street at about 11 a.m.
When officers arrived, there was a confrontation with a man at the scene, police said.
Bangor police said the man had a weapon and was shot by an officer.
The man was taken to a hospital. His condition was unknown Tuesday afternoon.
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Multiple sclerosis affects about two and a half million people across the world. In the United States alone, 400,000 people suffer from this condition. It reduces the quality of life of a patient by interfering with a person's ability to perform daily tasks, pursue leisure activities, and work.
The treatment of this disorder involves the use of medications that cause numerous side effects, such as back pain and headache. Patients are on the lookout for alternative treatment approaches, and CBD seems to offer the much-needed solution. CBD is becoming popular due to its potential health benefits, and it is no wonder that researchers recognize its importance in multiple sclerosis.
What is Multiple Sclerosis?
Multiple sclerosis (MS) is an autoimmune condition that affects the brain and spinal cord. It affects both young and middle-aged people, and its deliberate progression is one of the distinguishing factors when it comes to autoimmune diseases. The way that this condition affects the body poses challenges for patients and hinders them from living a normal life. Most patients need constant help to perform basic tasks. The most common symptoms of MS are fatigue, reduced mobility, spasticity, sensory deficits, bladder dysfunction, and palsy.
What is CBD?
CBD is a popular name right now in the cannabis industry, and it may leave you wondering what it means. It is one of the compounds found in marijuana and hemp plants. CBD is famous due to its potential medical advantages. It is a unique marijuana compound because it does not have psychoactive effects, and this implies that it will not make you feel 'high.' Studies identify some of the benefits of consuming CBD, including to relieve anxiety and pain, alleviate inflammation, treating vomiting and nausea, and improve sleep.
CBD and Multiple Sclerosis
In regards to multiple sclerosis, researchers believe that CBD helps to:
CBD helps to improve mobility in patients who have multiple sclerosis. MS patients have reduced mobility due to decreased motor control, spasticity, and impaired muscle strength. Findings from recent research show that CBD lowers inflammation, pain, fatigue, spasticity, and depression, which in turn improves mobility in MS patients.
Patients of MS often have feelings of depression because this condition significantly affects the quality of their lives. Patients may feel worthless or stressed because they cannot move well and have to depend on others to accomplish most activities. CBD contains anti-depressant properties that can benefit these patients. The human endocannabinoid system controls various activities, including sleep, mood, and appetite. CBD imitates the work of receptors found in this system, and when consumed, it can help to reduce depressant factors and give you a good mood.
Pain is a common symptom in patients with MS, and it can hinder a lot of activities. For example, spasticity causes musculoskeletal and back pain. On the same note, pressure on the body due to immobility can also contribute to pain. CBD interacts with the receptors in the endocannabinoid system that is responsible for pain regulation to help alleviate any discomfort among patients.
People with spasticity experience muscle stiffness and CBD can help to reduce muscle spasms and is an effective muscle relaxant. In research that focused on the management of MS spasticity with CBD, researchers argue that it is beneficial in treating this symptom of MS as well as pain. According to the experts, the endocannabinoid system regulates neurotransmission and controls signs of tremor and spasticity. Since CBD reacts with this system, it plays a significant role in reducing muscle stiffness among patients. CBD possesses antispasmodic properties and proves beneficial in healing fractures as well as bone formation. This comes in handy for people with muscle stiffness.
Insomnia affects more than half of patients with MS. Patients find it challenging to move due to muscle stiffness, and this is in addition to pain caused by various factors. All these combinations make it hard to sleep. CBD can help to promote sleep among such patients. It reduces pain, inflammation, anxiety, enhances mobility, and this, in turn, can help one to sleep better at night.
Furthermore, it interacts well with body receptors that control sleep and can help balance hormones to ensure that you enjoy a proper sleep cycle. Patients can enjoy improved sleep by utilizing CBD. Therefore, it is a good alternative to the current treatment because it has no side effects and works well in healing muscle spasticity.
Patients suffering from chronic inflammation due to multiple sclerosis can benefit from the anti-inflammatory properties of CBD. CBD suppresses neuroinflammation in patients, in addition to reducing pain. Patients can take advantage of the potent properties of CBD that help to alleviate any inflammatory signs and improve the immune system.
How to Administer CBD for Multiple Sclerosis
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You can administer CBD for MS in various ways. Some patients prefer vaping and smoking, while others prefer CBD infused edibles. Vaping is an efficient method to use if you want the effects to kick in almost immediately. Using edibles may take time for the body to digest and absorb, and if you're going to manage pain, vaping sounds like a fast option. Besides, patients also use sublingual tinctures by placing drops of CBD oil below the tongue. The blood vessels below the tongue absorb the liquid and transport it to other parts of the body instantly.
It is worth noting that you should know the right dosage to ensure you enjoy the desired effects. If you are using CBD for insomnia, you may require smaller concentrations. However, patients may need high CBD strengths if they want to address mobility and muscle spasticity.
There is no doubt why CBD is fast gaining traction in the medical field. It treats a variety of health problems, and MS is just one of them. Patients can use CBD as an alternative treatment method. Research shows that it reduces pain and inflammation, manages anxiety, and helps to promote mobility. But when making a purchase, ensure that you buy premium quality CBD oil from reputable dealers to enjoy its health benefits.
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'Smallville' Unleashes Alexander Luthor Clip
The CW released over the weekend, a clip from the tenth season premiere of "Smallville". Tess awakens in a LuthorCorp lab and is shown around by young Alexander Luthor who introduces Tess to his imperfect "brother".
It is not yet confirmed whether Michael Rosenbaum will reprise his role as Lex Luthor, but producer slash actor Tom Welling said Rosenbaum is interested although "there are just some things to iron out". He added, "I think he understands that we can't end the show without Lex Luthor."
The season premiere picks up where the finale left off. Lois finds Clark's lifeless body and removes the blue kryptonite enabling him to heal himself. However, Lois sneaks away before Clark fully awakens in order to protect his secret. Meanwhile, Chloe is desperate to find Oliver, so she turns to an unlikely source for answers. Jonathan returns to the Kent Farm with a message for Clark.
"Smallville" premieres September 24 at 8/7c.
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Coral Gables-based BankUnited Financial Corp. filed a notice with the state on Dec. 12 that it would lay off 10 employees.
The employees, who work in Miami, Miami Lakes, Parkland and Tequesta, were notified on Dec. 11 that they would be let go.
BankUnited spokeswoman Melissa Gracey said those being let go work in their operations center.
In September, BankUnited (NASDAQ: BKUNA) said it would let go 160 employees, mostly in residential lending support and operations, to save it about $11 million. The bank has been given a Dec. 31 deadline to raise its capital ratios, which means preserving its equity capital.
For the quarter ended Sept. 30, the BankUnited savings and loan had 1,207 employees and lost $261.6 million, according to Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. data. The BankUnited holding company still has not filed its results for that quarter with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
BankUnited shares fell 3.5 cents to 31.5 cents in afternoon trading. The 52-week high was $8 on Feb. 1. The 52-week low was 25 cents on Dec. 5.
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MADISON- Wisconsin Football announced on Wednesday that because of rising cases of COVID-19 on the team, they would be entering a shutdown of team facilities for the next seven days. The shutdown will include the upcoming matchup on Saturday between the eighth-ranked Wisconsin Badgers and Nebraska Cornhuskers.
This is following reported positive tests for COVID-19 from starting quarterback Graham Mertz and his backup Chase Wolf over the weekend from Jeff Potrykus of the Miwaukee Journal Sentinel. The only confirmed positive test for COVID-19 on the team is of head coach Paul Chryst because of the Big Ten’s privacy rules for individual players.
Per the Big Ten protocol, both Mertz and Wolf will miss at least 21 days from their first positive test, which means that both quarterbacks will miss at least the Purdue game. Since Mertz and Wolf are likely out for the game against the Boilermakers, third-string quarterback Danny Vanden Boom will be next in line to lead the Wisconsin offense. Mertz’s first positive test was reported to have been on Saturday, so he may able to return for Wisconsin’s matchup against the 14th-ranked Michigan Wolverines on November 14th.
In addition to being out for at least 21 days, players that test positive will have to get approval from a cardiologist before they will be allowed to return to action per Big Ten protocol.
Wisconsin Football will reevaluate the reopening of facilities over the next week in cooperation with the Big Ten, but if cases continue to rise on the team, the Badgers may have to cancel next week’s game against the Purdue Boilermakers on November 7th.


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PGD-PCR possible outcomes
No embryo transfer
Not all embryos may be suitable for biopsy. They may however, be suitable for freezing or transfer .
An answer is achieved for over 99% of all embryos tested. For technical reasons, we may not get an answer on an individual embryo and the genetic status of that embryo will be unknown. These embryos may still be suitable for clinical use.
No embryos with desired genetics
Embryos tested and deemed abnormal or affected are unsuitable for transfer.
Whilst we take extra precautions against DNA contamination, there is always a small risk that this may result in a misdiagnosis. PCR will copy any DNA present - the DNA copied should only be from the biopsied cells.
Other technical factors may contribute to loss of genetic information that might result in misinterpretation of the genetic status of the embryo.
Preferential Amplification and Allele Drop-out
DNA may copy unevenly which could cause difficulty in interpreting the results. This potential outcome is controlled by tests that look at multiple regions around the gene.
Chromosomes naturally rearrange their DNA and this may affect the interpretation of the result. If a mutation test is also included this may resolve the problem.
The above factors vary from test to test and may lead to a reduction in accuracy. If this occurs during your treatment it will be discussed with you by your PGD scientist.

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Are Ellen DeGeneres and Portia de Rossi ready to announce their divorce? In the wake of Nick Cannon and Mariah Carey, Gwyneth Paltrow and Chris Martin, and now Beyonce and Jay-Z, they shouldn’t have to think twice if they really want to separate. They can feel braver in knowing that all these people have already come before them, and honestly, would such a divorce really be that much of a surprise? Does ANY divorce in Hollywood come as a surprise?
Ellen and Portia don’t have kids, which is bound to make any ensuing divorce a much easier affair for both of them. It’s a luxury that none of the aforementioned couples had, where custody of their children took front and center in their divorce settlements. Ellen and Portia won’t have to deal with that, and as such, they don’t have to worry about having an amicable divorce for the sake of their kids.
Besides, what we’ve been hearing about cheating and fighting for the past few months doesn’t lend much confidence in their relationship lasting much longer. Portia’s health and sobriety is clearly still in fragile condition, and Ellen’s career is still going strong. Eventually, Ellen will have to make a sacrifice and choose between her wife and her career, and in Hollywood, that usually ends up leading to divorce.
We’ve also heard stories about Portia’s insecurity about Ellen cheating getting in the way of their marriage, which is bound to get worse as Ellen’s career continues to get better and more opportunities arise. As Portia recovers from her brief stint in rehab, will Ellen manage to look past the rough few months they’ve had and give their marriage another shot? Or will she call a spade a spade and end it?
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The United Nations Development Programme Botswana Resident Representative Anders Pedersen and his deputy Lare Sisay are accused of nepotism and favouritism by former employees who were retrenched around February this year.
The former employees who are locals claim that Pederson and Size made them to lose their jobs in order to replace them with expensive international consultants who are their countrymen. It is understood that since Pedersen assumed office a few years ago, at least 15 locals have lost their jobs.
The former employees accuse Pederson and his management of unfair labour practices when the organisation decided to lay off some of its staff during a restructuring exercise early this on the basis of financial constraints.
The affected former employees said they were shocked to learn that international consultants from Sweden and Gambia were hired to replace them, something which they believe is costly because the work they are doing could be done by locals at a lesser cost.
“Anette Anderson who is from the same country (Sweden) as Pederson is currently hired as a consultant. She first came here as an intern and now she is a consultant. But we have two interns from the government internship programme who are working for free and doing the same job. We don’t know how she was hired because her position was supposed to have been occupied by a local,” they said.
They added that “there is a finance manager from Gambia, Nago Nyang who is Sisay’s countryman. He is also a consultant and we believe that his monthly salary can pay five locals and the position he occupies should have also been reserved for locals.”
The former employees also accuse the Pederson led management of failing to consult the staff management association before it could embark on retrenchment. They added that the management came up with a new structure that it approved without their input. Should they have been consulted, they said jobs could have been saved.
Responding to The Telegraph queries, Dikole denied that UNDP retrenched the former employees.
“No staff members were retrenched. In line with UNDP’s Strategic Plan (2014-2017) which was approved by the organisation’s governing Executive Board, UNDP’s overall Structural Change process has aimed to make the organization leaner and more efficient within its financial means, and eliminate duplication,” she said.
She added that “based on specific and time-bound needs, and in line with UNDP procurement processes, the organisation engages both local and international consultants to undertake expert and independent assignments, as part of its support to national development priorities. Consultants do not replace full time staff.”
She said to ensure an open and fair process, the UNDP structural change guidelines required the establishment of oversight and compliance procedures, which included at least one member of the Local Staff Association at every stage.
“These guidelines, that include a well-outlined grievance mechanism, were also shared with all staff in writing and reiterated in various fora. Consultation mechanisms to ensure information-sharing and communication with all staff included regular all-staff meetings and written updates, and one-on-one meetings with senior managers,” she said.
Insisting that no staff have been dismissed, Dikole said in line with the change process, and the need for UNDP Botswana to be better equipped to respond to the country’s evolving development priorities, the office structure and corresponding job descriptions were reviewed.
“More than half the job descriptions remained unchanged and therefore these staff members were unaffected.
Eleven out of 25 job descriptions changed significantly, requiring a competitive recruitment process to fill such positions, in line with UNDP rules and regulations. The incumbent staff on these affected posts had the option to compete for the new positions, or take advantage of a separation package that included respective entitlements,” she said.
She said overall the performance of the office continues to improve, despite the change process. Delivery in 2014 was at 75%, and this is expected to improve in 2015, with the office aiming for above 85% delivery.
“To reiterate, no staff was dismissed. The Government of Botswana is a key partner of UNDP, and UNDP programmes are nationally owned. As such UNDP is in regular communication with the government on the agreed areas of work and matters related to UNDP’s broader mandate,” said.
Dikole said all consultants are engaged in line with UNDP procurement rules and procedures. Spokesperson for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation (MOFAIC), Clifford Maribe confirmed that UNDP did not consult them on the alleged retrenchment. He said the UNDP could not have engaged the government on the issue as it considered it to be an administrative issue.


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Barwin agreed to a six-year, $36 million deal that can max out to $40 million if every incentive is reached. As it is well known, the Eagles are completely changing their defense to 3-4 scheme and Barwin tends to be a good fit as a highly needed pass rushing linebacker.
Barwin, 6 foot 4, 268 pounds, has a good chance to become the star of this new defense that will continue to work throughout 2013 to gain its identity and although Barwin only had 3 sacks this past season for the Texans, he is capable of recording double digit sacks, as was the case in 2011 when he totaled 11.5 sacks. Barwin is also still very young at age 26 as the Eagles look for the most part to change the culture of their team by acquiring more hungry youthful players who are willing to compete at high levels.
There is also a lot of familiarity in Philadelphia for Barwin, as he is reunited with former Texans teammate James Casey who signed on as a tight end slash H-back this week along with center Jason Kelce and tight end Brent Celek, whom Barwin played college football with at the University of Cincinnati. Philadelphia is quickly putting together new pieces for its defensive metamorphosis including nose tackle Issac Sopoaga, cornerbacks Patrick Chung and Cary Williams. While 2013 may be considered a rebuilding year, the Eagles’ improvement could be more sooner than later.


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Who wears short shorts? Stunning Halle Berry looks more mid-twenties than middle-aged in a tiny pair of denim cut offs
In casual T-shirt, denim cut-off shorts and flip-flops, one could be forgiven for mistaking Halle Berry for a university student.
The actress stepped out today in Hollywood dressed for the warm weather, and showing off her enviably toned and trim legs.
At 44, Halle doesn't look a day older than when she stepped out of the sea in 2002 James Bond film Die Another Day, immediately becoming a household name.
Trim: Halle Berry looks like a woman half her age in a pair of tiny shorts that displayed her toned legs today in Hollywood
The X Men star was out and about running errands yesterday, pictured here stopping by a studio near her West Hollywood home.
Later Halle was joined by boyfriend Olivier Martinez for a his and hers dentist appointment in Toluca Lake.
With Los Angeles temperatures currently in the low twenties Celsius, she took advantage of the warm spell in Daisy Dukes and carried a bottle of water with her.
Season swap: The actress took advantage of the warm spell in her Daisy Dukes while running errands
Hasn't aged a day: Halle Berry in THAT bikini in Die Another Day in 2002
The day before, Halle brought out her winter wear to go scouting for schools for daughter Nahla, who turns three in March.
She was not accompanied by Nahla's father Gabriel Aubry for the meetings.
Relations between the ex-lovers have soured in recent months, according to reports, after the pair remained close for the sake of the daughter for some time after they split in April.
Aubry, 35, accompanied Berry on location overseas last year to be close to Nahla.
But things have allegedly become strained recently, with model Gabriel filing a petition in court to be recognised as Nahla's father, according to People magazine.
With her relationship with Martinez a possible catalyst, Halle spoke out recently about her priorities.
'Every choice I make now, and that includes who I choose to spend personal time with as a partner, is not just about me anymore, it’s about what’s best for her,' she told the Daily Mirror this month.
'Children shift your priorities and now I have a greater purpose for being here.
Halle added: 'I love making movies but I would give it all up to be with my daughter if I had to because she's the love of my life.'
Fortunately for the actress, that's not a choice she currently has to make.
The in-demand star is booked up for the next year, with one film, Dark Tide, to promote, one currently filming and four films in the pipeline.
Winter wear: The 44-year-old rugged up to go scouting for schools for daughter Nahla in Hollywood yesterday
Right now Halle is working on New Year's Eve, an ensemble comedy by Pretty Woman and Valentine's Day director Garry Marshall.
The film, about 'Several couples and singles in New York who's lives intertwine over the course of New Year's Eve,' also stars Robert De Niro, Michelle Pfeiffer, Sarah Jessica Parker, Ashton Kutcher, Zac Efron, Jessica Biel, Glee star Lea Michele and Hilary Swank.
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In demand: The actress, pictured with boyfriend Olivier Martinez last week, has signed on to five films over the next year
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BEIRUT: Government-held parts of Aleppo have been hit by a power cut for seven consecutive days, an anti-regime group said Friday, part of a series of measures to isolate regime neighborhoods.
Regime-controlled areas of the city and countryside “have been deprived of electricity for seven days, after the [rebel] Islamic court ordered high-tension power lines be cut off as a way to put pressure on the regime,” said the Syrian Observatory for Human Rights.
Hundreds of people, mainly civilians in rebel-held areas of Aleppo, have been killed in a campaign of barrel bombs that was launched in mid-December.
On Friday, barrel bombs – crude devices filled with shrapnel and explosives and rolled out of helicopters – were dropped on the Jisr al-Hajj, Sukkari and Al-Ansari neighborhoods, an activist in the city told The Daily Star. He said the casualty toll was not immediately known.
At least 48 people, including seven children, were killed across Aleppo province Thursday.
Thirty of them were killed in an air raid on the market area of Atareb village, the Observatory said.
Sabotaging power lines was aimed at trying to limit the barrel bomb campaign, the Observatory said.
In the Aleppo countryside, a separate plan to isolate regime-held areas gained support Friday when an alliance of Islamist groups announced the main Kurdish militia had agreed to help them besiege Alawite villages.
The umbrella Ahl al-Sham group – incorporating the Al-Qaeda-affiliated Nusra Front, the Islamic Front and the Mujahedeen Army - announced a truce with the Kurdish Protection Units (YPG) in Aleppo, to bolster their fight against government forces in the area.
A statement published by Ahl al-Sham and signed by the YPG says fighters from the groups will be allowed to travel across territory held by rivals, and that prisoner exchanges will take place.
The purpose of the truce is to “fight the Nusayri regime,” the statement said, using a derogatory term for Alawites – President Bashar Assad’s sect.
The statement appears to show the YPG’s deal to support rebels in their blockade of the predominately Alawite villages of Nubl and Al-Zahraa.
“Before there used to be problems between the YPG and the Islamist groups ... But now the YPG have agreed to allow the rebels to move through areas that they control near the villages of [Nubl and al Zahraa]. So the truce will help reinforce the siege,” an activist with the opposition Aleppo Media Center told The Daily Star.
The document shows a bid by Ahl al-Sham to persuade the YPG to pursue an actively anti-regime stance in Aleppo. The Kurdish militia, which has a strong presence in the rural north of the province near the Turkish border, has previously been more focused on battling the Islamic State of Iraq and Greater Syria (ISIS) – another major rival of mainstream rebel groups.
Meanwhile, in the southern province of Deraa, fresh fighting broke out a day after 31 rebel and jihadist fighters were killed during the takeover of a strategic hill, Tal al-Jabiyeh, near besieged Nawa town, the Observatory said.
The Observatory had earlier reported an unknown number of soldiers killed or taken prisoner.
Activists in the area said the takeover was significant because the hill had been used as a launching pad to bomb several rebel-held areas nearby.


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By: Guillermo Del Toro & Chuck Hogan
Odessa Hardwicke’s life is derailed when she’s forced to turn her gun on her partner, Walt Leppo, a decorated FBI agent who turns suddenly, inexplicably violent while apprehending a rampaging murderer. The shooting, justified by self-defense, shakes the young FBI agent to her core. Devastated, Odessa is placed on desk leave pending a full investigation. But what most troubles Odessa isn’t the tragedy itself-it’s the shadowy presence she thought she saw fleeing the deceased agent’s body after his death.
Questioning her future with the FBI and her sanity, Hardwicke accepts a low-level assignment to clear out the belongings of a retired agent in the New York office. What she finds there will put her on the trail of a mysterious figure named Hugo Blackwood, a man of enormous means who claims to have been alive for centuries, and who is either a sociopath or humanity’s best and only defense against unspeakable evil.
Guillermo Del Toro’s creative vision has given him a cult following for his takes on superheroes and fairy tales. Everyone who has ever seen Hellboy, Pan’s Labyrinth, or The Shape of Water knows that his creatures are designed to be hauntingly beautiful. Memorable, if nothing else. I don’t know much about the work of Chuck Hogan, but I figured anything Del Toro worked on would be substantially creepy and oddly romantic. The creepy aspect left something to be desired, but the potential romance is definitely there.
What I was not expecting of this book was for the story to seem fairly generic. It’s a memorable story, but not one that would leave a lasting impact on the reader like his collaboration with Cornelia Funke for Pan’s Labyrinth. The Hollow Ones is an “every man’s” story that could appeal to plenty of people without a fascination with Del Toro or even knowing who he is. This element made the story easy to digest and the pacing was well set though I wonder if my ease with reading this book came from the way in which it was written or my lack of emotional investment in the story.
Topics of racism, demons, the KKK, and tragic murder should spark a sense of tension in a story and also an emotional exhaustion from dealing with such heavy topics. I didn’t experience that emotional attachment because the book handled these topics as the characters seem to handle life, which is to say, clinically. Often for me, strong emotions are what cause me to take breaks while reading a book, needing to digest it in chunks rather than all at once. Had I dedicated the time to do so, this is definitely a story that I could have finished in a matter of a day or two.
The main strength of the narrative came from the layout and how the story would jump between three different time periods. The distant past is set in 1500s London, the recent past is 1960s Mississippi, and the present is 2019 Newark, NJ. The flipping between three eras is more engaging than just two since those chapters tended to be shorter and kept the story moving. The flashbacks are the main ways we learn about the side characters and how they ended up in their present situations.
The character of Blackwood is of course my favorite as most young, white women seem to be attracted to prickly, intelligent, well-groomed British men in trench coats. Just look at Sherlock. The undercurrent of the story involving Blackwood’s wife seemed very forced at times but made sense in the end, so I won’t dock the story points for that.
I look forward to reading the second book in the series whenever it comes out in the future. It’s okay to enjoy books just because they are fun rather than informative or require self-reflection. The Hollow Ones doesn’t really ask to be analyzed. It’s just meant to be experienced.
Overall rating: 4

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Don’t count on Warren E. Buffett’s purchase of TXU bonds from Goldman Sachs as a sign of confidence in the high-yield debt market. The Oracle of Omaha himself doesn’t see it that way.
Fortune’s Peter Eavis reported Monday that the billionaire investor’s vehicle, Berkshire Hathaway, has invested $2.1 billion in bonds related to the Texas energy giant’s landmark $45 billion buyout. But in a follow-up report, CNBC said that the value-oriented investor didn’t make the deal because he sees sterling deals in those particular kinds of debt, uncharitably known as junk bonds.
Citing an unnamed source, Mr. Eavis said that Berkshire bought $1.1 billion of bonds with a 10.25 percent coupon at 95 cents on the dollar. Berkshire also bought $1 billion of 10.5 percent bonds known as pay-in-kind toggles for 93 cents on the dollar. Those bonds, known as PIK toggles, are riskier because they can be repaid in cash or by the issuing of new debt.
All told, that’s $2.1 billion out of the approximately $4.5 billion to $5 billion in TXU bonds that banks sold in October. That sale, coupled with $7 billion in loans, marked one of the biggest issues of high-yield debt since the September sale of loans related to First Data’s buyout.
As The New York Times and others reported at the time, TXU’s banks had a fairly easy time selling the deal. They priced the loans at about 99 cents on the dollar and found buyers for the PIK toggles, when those kinds of bonds had all but disappeared from new debt issues....MORE, including three versions of the story.
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...In any case, it's fascinating to me that Warren Buffett seems perfectly happy to buy up $2.1 billion of this paper. Maybe he thinks that TXU is too politcally well-connected to be allowed to default, and he's making a moral-hazard play. Or... maybe he's making a stealth takeover bid for TXU himself, buying up the senior debt in the expectation that it will default and that he will be able to convert it into cheap equity.


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Compared to the ever-evolving styles of some artists, Faith Hill's beauty and fashion choices have remained relatively consistent since her first album debuted in 1993. However, she did make a few unusual choices on her way to selling more than 30 million albums worldwide. But don't take our word for it. The country music superstar herself gives a mixed review to the catalogue of looks she chose in the past, especially in the beginning of her career.
Faith Hill began a recent interview with New Beauty by discussing her excitement over getting to tour with her husband, Tim McGraw, this year. The country music artists last toured together in 2007, so Hill is over the moon to hit the road together again. But the interview got a little bit personal when Hill began discussing her perspective on regrettable style decisions she made in the past.
It's refreshing to know that someone as mega-famous as Faith Hill can have a bad hair day from time to time. But it was the '80s and '90s. She gets a pass as long as we can have one, too. Besides, she has never deviated too much from that gorgeously long blonde face-framing hair. It's true that she has cut it all off a few times, like with that short hairstyle in the "This Kiss" music video that launched the pixie cuts of millions of women across America in 1998.
With all of the talk about style regrets, it might seem like Faith Hill puts a huge emphasis on beauty. However, it turns out Hill is firm about instilling a different kind of confidence in her three daughters: Gracie (19), Maggie (18), and Audrey (15). She encourages her children not to focus too much on looks. Hill explained that her daughters would notice if their mom paid too much attention to the mirror, so instead, she tries to lead by example and make choices that promote a healthy, realistic idea of what it means to be beautiful.
We truly love all of these messages about inner beauty. But we want more specifics! For example, despite revealing her feelings toward some of the former looks she regrets, Hill makes zero mention of that ultra crimped hair in the music video for "Where Are You Christmas" from the soundtrack of How the Grinch Stole Christmas. There must be a story there. And what about all of those costumes in "The Way You Love Me"? We still think that video is fun, but we wonder how she feels when she looks back on moments like that one.
In the early 2000s, Faith Hill received a lot of comparisons to Shania Twain, Celine Dion, and even Britney Spears---each of whom made some questionable style choices of their own back then. But it was a special era, and we think Faith Hill managed to keep things elegant and timeless. What do you think? Does Faith Hill have anything to regret about the things she wore in the past?
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We spent a day on the river going through Iron Gates I and II to reach Belgrade, Serbia. The narrow part of the Danube through lovely gorges was so peaceful and relaxing.
We visited Kalemegdan garden and castle the next day in Belgrade. The Natural History Museum is located there and their current show is Dinosaurs. This city was an important east-west trade route between western Europe and the Middle East. To this day, that makes it a "bump in the road to everywhere" and can cause major problems for it. They are now emerging from many years of repressive rule.
A Big Bertha on display at the fort.
Cannon balls embedded in the fort wall.
Lovely view of the Sava and Danube Rivers confluence.
Keith's contribution to our competition - getting a local to wear your name tag.
More communism architecture - grey, concrete apartment buildings. They were not allowed to paint them.
More apartments to live in when the government confiscated your property.
It is about all we saw in family living options.
Keith offered to "hug a statue" for our competition. This photo was the hit of all the slideshows!!

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Daddy’s Boots…a moving poem for children of warriors…by CJ Heck… The poem is quoted…
by CJ Heck
Daddy left his boots for me
and here I have to stay.
My daddy is a soldier.
I’m in charge while he’s away.
In Daddy’s boots, I can pretend
that now I am the man
who does the things that Daddy does
as only Daddy can.
I help with little brother,
I help with folding clothes,
I help to take the trash out,
and I hope Daddy knows
that every day I wear his boots
so I’ll feel close to him
and I try to keep Mom happy,
till he comes home again.
I know that he’s protecting us,
that’s what soldiers do,
but his boots are way too big for me
and my job, being him, is too.
I wonder when he’s coming home.
I miss him ALL the time.
Mom said Dad is proud of me
and his boots fit me … just fine.
Dad, a US Navy WWII and Korean War combat veteran, was a stranger in our home for most of our lives as kids. My oldest brother really didn’t get to know his Dad until WWII ended, and that never turned out so well. For the rest of us born following WWII, it didn’t turn out well either. But we all had one thing in common, we loved Dad because he was our hero and America’s hero. Dad, like thousands of military men and women with families protected our freedoms so we could live our dreams and life challenges as well. We served too! I am proud to share my military family legacy and equally proud to preserve the memory my father’s selfless and brave service to America…
Steve Sparks, Author, Reconciliation: A Son’s Story and My Journey of Healing in Life After Trauma, Part 1… Please click on the highlighted text for my author page…

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Typical Commercial Mortgage Terms Typical Structure of a Commercial Mortgage Term Sheet Collateral. Collateral is something of value that the loan is being pledged against. Loan Term. How long you get to keep the money until the lender asks for the remainder. Interest Rate. The Rate is the "pricing" of the loan, and may be.15 Year Commercial Mortgage Rates Compare today?s mortgage and refinance rates from Citi.com. View current mortgage rates on 30 year and 15 year fixed mortgages. Get a customized rate and see more loan options.
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It has already been confirmed that Kajal Aggarwal will be the leading lady in director Shankar’s next big ticket film ‘Indian 2’ which is the sequel to his social drama Bharateeyudu. Kamal Hassan is prepping up for this highly anticipated film and the regular shooting will commence in February.
Reportedly, Kajal will be seen as an aged woman in this film and she will go for a stunning makeover to fit into the character. Sources revealed that Shankar has roped in a renowned Hollywood makeup expert to design prosthetics for the lead characters in this film. Kajal will soon head to USA for the look test and Shankar will finalize her look after this test. Kajal is quite excited with the role and she agreed to wear the prosthetics.
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Step-up transformers produce the extremely high voltages needed in order to efficiently transmit electricity through the National Grid power lines. Step-down transformers reduce the voltage so the electricity can be safely used at the local level.
Transformers are electrical devices specifically designed to alter the voltage of electric AC current. There are two types of transformers at work on the National Grid. Those that increase voltage are called step-up transformers. Those that reduce the voltage are known as step-down transformers.
Higher currents generate more heat. This means that some energy is lost. In order to increase the efficiency of the National Grid, current is transmitted at a low level. In order to accomplish this task, an extremely high voltage is required. While power stations generate electricity at just 25,000 volts, electricity travels through the National Grid between 132,000 and 400,000 volts.
This increase in voltage is accomplished through step-up transformers. This allows the National Grid to effectively transport large amounts of electricity without wasting energy on heat generation. When the electricity is ready to be used at the local level, the voltage has to be reduced. This is accomplished through a step-down transformer. This voltage reduction makes the electricity safe to use in homes.


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Q3 OC auto sales plunge 15%
October 23rd, 2007 · Post a Comment · posted by John Gittelsohn
New car registrations fell 15.3 percent in Orange County in the third quarter of this year, the Orange County Automobile Dealers Association reports.
Year-to-date registrations have fallen 9.8 percent in Orange County, compared to a nationwide drop of 3.2 percent through September, the auto dealers report.
For all of 2007, the auto dealers forecast a 7.9 percent drop in sales, following a 6.1 percent drop in sales in 2006. The dealers expect sales to fall in 2008 by 1.7 percent, before rebounding in 2009.
At the end of last year, the group forecast a 2 percent drop in new vehicle registrations for 2007. The mid-year forecast in June predicted a 4.4 percent drop in sales.
The peak year for new vehicle sales in Orange County was 2004, when 197,041 new vehicles were registered. This year, the figure is expected to fall to 168,250.
Auto sales are a major source of sales tax and a key indicator of consumer spending sentiment.


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Saturday morning I was looking at some quilting blogs, like I do on so many mornings, and came across a quilt I really wanted to make. They were predicting that we would get hit pretty hard with Hurricane Irene. I thought it would be nice to make something this weekend to commemorate the hurricane.
When I saw this quilt I knew immediately that I wanted to make one. I first saw it at In Color Order where Jeni had it posted as one of her favorites of the week. Today I thought I should find where the quilt originated from so I could give the proper credit. The quilt inspiration and tutorial can be found here at Jenn Of All Trades. Since I did not find the tutorial until today I did it my own way.
Yesterday afternoon I proceeded to make mine figuring it out myself. I had the top and back finished in about 2 1/2 hours.
I had 48 blocks. I wanted the quilt to be square. I did not feel like getting the fabric out and cutting again to make 1 more block so the quilt could be 7 x 7 blocks. Therefore the quilt is just 6 x 6 blocks and I put the left over blocks on the back.
Here it is loaded on the longarm ready to be quilted.
I finished quilting it last evening and put the binding on today. The whole quilt was done during Hurricane Irene. We didn't get hit as bad by the hurricane as we thought we would. We did end up getting about 12 inches of rain. The winds were at its worst from about 4AM to 7AM. We do know a lot of people without power, but fortunately we never lost ours. Now the sun is out and it is a beautiful day. The top picture was just taken outside.