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Why are there so many empty shelves in the library?
As of January 1, 2011, the library is changing from the Swedish SAB classification system to DDC (Dewey Decimal Classification).
Inch by inch the empty shelves will be filled with new books, acquired in 2011, observing the new classification rules. The biggest difference you will notice is the change in shelf marks, DDC is based on numbers while SAB is based on letters.
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Book: Why Me? by Darren Coxcategories: Book, Farm, Christian Book, Cute Snakes, Drove, Ruin Life, Church, Farming, Children's Book
Darren Coxabout this book: One day there was a cow named Joe. Joe lived on a farm that had everything nice barns to sleep in and all the hay him and his friends can eat also Joe had a small pasture to himself were he had nice green grass and also a creek full of clean water ran down the middle of the pasture Joe was the luckiest cow on the farm
Live near by the farm was a green snake name Sam. Sam saw how Joe life is so great so great that Sam was jealous of Joe for having the perfect life. One day Sam seen Joe out in the pasture eating some nice green grass when Sam could't see Joe happy know more that when Sam decided to come up with a evil plan to take away what makes Joe happy.
Sam decided he will start with the nice green grass and clean water in the pasture Joe was grasing on. Sam said (to himself) 'if Im going to take the pasture away from Joe I need some help from the pigs that in the barn next to Joe's pasture pen'. Sam knew the pigs like Joe very well and they will not do nothing to hurt Joe so Sam knew he will have to lie to the pigs.
Print Length: 30 pages
Publisher: Revival Waves of Glory Books & Publishing (July 20, 2015)
Publication Date: July 20, 2015
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A Border Patrol agent (left rear) watches over undocumented immigrants from Mexico after they were caught along Military Road near La Joya earlier this month.
LA JOYA - Just north of the green waters of the Rio Grande, in a barren soccer field framed by rusty goal posts, Mike Salinas stood in the shadow of an abandoned Border Patrol substation.
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PALM BEACH, FLORIDA (NYTIMES) - With its ornate 20,000 sq ft ballroom and manicured lawns, President Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago Club in Palm Beach, Florida, is often the site of elaborate fund-raisers, drawing big charities - and big dollars.
But several organisations are having a change of heart since Trump blamed "both sides" for the deadly violence in Charlottesville, Virginia, after a white nationalist rally and an attack by a driver that left a woman dead.
Over the weekend, the Preservation Foundation of Palm Beach and the Palm Beach Zoo and Conservation Society became the latest non-profit groups to cancel galas at Mar-a-Lago.
"Given the current environment surrounding Mar-a-Lago, we have made the decision to move our annual dinner dance," the Preservation Foundation said in a post Saturday on its Facebook page.
On Sunday, the Zoo and Conservation Society followed suit, saying in a statement that its 2018 Tropical Safari Gala will not be at Mar-a-Lago, because "it is important that we not allow distractions to deter us from our mission and culture".
Large non-profits began peeling away from Mar-a-Lago on Thursday. The Washington Post reported that the American Cancer Society, the Cleveland Clinic and the American Friends of Magen David Adom all announced they would not be holding fund-raisers at the Palm Beach resort.
On Friday, the American Red Cross, the Salvation Army and Susan G. Komen also cancelled events at Mar-a-Lago.
Mar-a-Lago "has increasingly become a source of controversy and pain for many of our volunteers, employees and supporters", the Red Cross said in a statement announcing that the 2018 International Red Cross Ball had been cancelled.
"The Red Cross provides assistance without discrimination to all people in need, regardless of nationality, race, religious beliefs, sexual orientation or political opinions, and we must be clear and unequivocal in our defense of that principle," the statement said.
On Friday, Nancy G. Brinker, founder of the Susan G. Komen organisation, wrote a post on Facebook in support of the board's decision to seek another venue for the yearly fund-raiser: "There are no excuses, parsing or moral relativism when it comes to racism, bigotry and violence. There are no 'sides'. They are always wrong. Period."

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In this extract from his memoirs, Tom Mangold recounts the real story of what happened to his friend, the world’s leading weapons inspector, Dr David Kelly.
Tom Mangold is a British broadcaster, journalist and author. For 26 years he was an investigative journalist with the BBC’s Panorama.
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Scaligeria meifolia Boiss., belonging to the Apiaceae family, grows wild in Iran. The essential oil from aerial parts of S. meifolia were obtained by hydrodistillation and analyzed by GC and GC/MS. Thirty-one constituents representing 99.98% of total oil components were identified. The main constituents of the essential oil were germacrene-D, (24.2%), germacrene-B (14.8%), limonene (14.2%), γ-elemene (11.6 %) and β-elemene (5.2%).
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2. Mozaffarian V. A Dictionary of Iranian Plant Names. Tehran. Farhang Moaser Publication 2003 (in Persian).
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4. Najafpour Navaei M, Mirza M. Chemical composition of the essential oils from fruits and leaves of Scaligeria assyriaca Freyn & Bornm. Iranian J Med Aroma Plants 2009; 25(3):398-402.
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6. Baser KHC, Ozek T, Kurkcuoglu M, Güner A. Composition of the Essential oil from Fruits of Scaligeria lazica Boiss. J Essent Oil Res 1995; 7(5):557-558.
7. Masoudi S, Ameri N, Rustaiyan A, Moradalizadeh M, Aberoomand Azar P. Volatile constituents of three Umbelliferae herbs: Azilia eryngioedes (Pau) Hedge et Lamond, Laser trilobum (L.) Borkh. and Falcaria falcarioides (Bornm. et Wolff) growing wild in Iran. J Essent Oil Res 2005; 13(1):700-702.
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14. Bakkali F, Averbeck S, Averbeck D, Idaomar M. Biological effects of essential oils - A review. Food Chem Toxicol 2008; 46:446-475.

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Vitamin D is not only essential for healthy bones, but also very important in activating the immune system, preventing seasonal flu, enhancing cardiovascular health and reducing the risk of colorectal cancer.
A study conducted in nearly 50,000 men for 10 years found that men who were deficient in vitamin D were twice as likely to have a heart attack as men who had adequate levels of vitamin D (*). There is also an association between autism spectrum disorder and vitamin D insufficiency. A study of 109 children with autism spectrum disorder indicated that autism symptoms improved significantly after receiving four months of vitamin D3 supplementation (**).
Despite the crucial role of vitamin D to the body, almost 50% of the population worldwide are vitamin D deficiency (***).
Our body produces vitamin D when the skin is exposed to sunlight. We also get vitamin D through certain foods, but very few foods naturally have vitamin D.
There are certain groups of people at high risk of vitamin D deficiency:
- People working indoors and having limited access to outdoor sunlight
- People over age 50
- People who are overweight or obese
- People with celiac disease
- People suffer from depression
Next time you have a blood test, remember to test your vitamin D levels to ensure you are in good health.
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The vast swathes of Africa's fertile lands may ultimately prove a central arena for the ground-up development of innovative digital infrastructure and green energy projects.
The continent's population has soared past more than 1.3 billion, which accounts for roughly 17% of the world's population and is mostly comprised of young people, with two-thirds of the population below the age of 24.Such a bulge in the youth of Africa has helped fuel the fastest-growing mobile market in the world, but one that still lacks a robust financial infrastructure.
The opportunity for Africa lies directly with the ability to potentially leapfrog an entire generation of financial and energy infrastructure - a luxury that countries in the Western Hemisphere lack.
According to the African Development Bank report, "Financial Inclusion in Africa," the leading prohibitive factor in more robust financial infrastructure is inadequate access to financial services.
The move coincides with a growing influence by China in Eastern Africa, which has been pouring money into building transportation and energy infrastructure.
Today, China is the largest financier of Africa's infrastructure.
The takeaway is that there is palpable interest in investing vast sums into Africa's development, and blockchain technology is a common thread in many instances.
Energy demands in Africa far exceed supply, especially in countries like Nigeria.
In 2005, he founded the Made In Africa Foundation, an organization he has guided to fulfill his dream of bringing systemic infrastructure change to Africa.
Today, he is CEO of Kamari, a blockchain project looking to build an ecosystem of mobile gaming and payments for one billion people across Africa.
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After a few title changes, writer-director Woody Allen settled on To Rome with Love for his latest film, a title he described as “generic” in a recent interview. If the name evokes a cinematic Valentine’s card, that’s appropriate seeing as this is a featherweight romantic comedy that begins to evaporate from one’s memory as soon as the credits roll. That’s not to say it isn’t mildly entertaining – there are enough chuckles sprinkled throughout to keep it watchable. Plus it benefits from Allen’s first onscreen appearance since Scoop in 2006. I had assumed he was done acting, so his supporting performance is a welcome return. But the film feels like a collection of idea fragments all jammed together, whether they fit or not.
To Rome with Love tells four separate stories, unrelated except for their shared Roman setting. As a travelogue, the film just might inspire some viewers to visit Italy’s capital, but the stories themselves are a decidedly mixed bag. Allen weaves them together in a somewhat haphazard manner that eventually becomes tiresome. Watching To Rome with Love, one can imagine Allen going through a big notebook full of unfinished screenplay ideas – scraps that, on their own, would never make it as feature-length films – and jamming a few of them together. Some are farcical, while others are more surreal.
In the former category, there’s the story of newlyweds Antonio (Alessandro Tiberi) and Milly (Alessandra Mastronardi) who are in Rome for a get-together with Antonio’s family. They haven’t yet met Milly, who has become lost in the city streets while looking for a hair salon. Enter Anna (Penelope Cruz), a prepaid prostitute sent to the wrong room. When Antonio’s family members barge into his room unannounced, they assume Anna is Milly. Unable to contact Milly, Antonio improbably (but amusingly) has Anna pose as his wife.
Meanwhile, the real Milly is up to her own hijinks after stumbling onto a movie set and striking up an acquaintance with her favorite Italian film star, Luca Salta (Antonio Albanese). This is the strongest story not only because it’s the most breezily funny, but also because it’s the least predictable. And with Cruz in such a form-fitting dress, you might find it hard to take your eyes off her long enough to read the subtitles. I know I missed more than a few lines.
Then there’s Jerry (Allen), a retired opera director, and his wife Phyllis (Judy Davis). They’re travelling to Rome to meet their daughter Hayley’s (Alison Pill) fiancé, Michelangelo (Flavio Parenti), and his parents. The situation takes an initially intriguing turn when Jerry overhears Michelangelo’s father, Giancarlo, singing in the shower. Giancarlo is portrayed by real-life acclaimed opera singer Fabio Armiliato, which lends authenticity to his performance. While Allen gets laughs with some casually tossed off one-liners, the big payoff to solving Giancarlo’s performance anxiety (turns out he can only sing while in the shower) is too obvious and corny to be as funny as the director wanted it to be.
Moving into slightly experimental territory, we have John (Alec Baldwin), an architect revisiting the old haunts from his youth. He meets Jack (Jesse Eisenberg) by chance. Jack is an aspiring architect who lives (in John’s previous residence) with his girlfriend Sally (Greta Gerwig). John spends a little time with Jack, watching him slowly become smitten with Sally’s best friend Monica (Ellen Page), who has come to visit.
While that setup may not sound especially unusual, the way Allen handles John is. Only minutes after meeting Jack and Sally, John is suddenly very chummy with his new friend. He offers counseling to Jack regarding the developing affair between he and Monica – sometimes unseen and unheard by anyone else. I wondered if the idea was that John had somehow met his younger self and was reflecting in hindsight upon poor choices. It’s hard to say for sure. What I am sure about is that Ellen Page, with her boyish figure and ultra-youthful demeanor, is totally miscast as the temptress Monica (though she gives it her all, turning in a respectable performance).
Rounding out the quartet of plot lines is the surreal overnight fame achieved by Leopoldo (Roberto Benigni), an average, ordinary, working stiff and self-described “schmuck.” The Italian media inexplicably develops an instant and insatiable fascination with Leopoldo, hanging on his every boring utterance. He is not only interviewed on TV, the paparazzi hound him relentlessly. Everyone wants him to make a statement, on what they don’t care. A sample: “Looks like rain today.” This all plays as a very broad satire of “reality” stars, famous for no reason. It’s basically one joke (and not a very original or funny one) told over and over.
Though To Rome with Love lacks the focus of 2011’s Midnight in Paris, I found it to be at least as likeable as that wildly overrated film. Neither one falls into the category of “classic Woody Allen,” but both are intermittently clever, fluffy entertainments. For a vastly underrated (and largely ignored) Allen film, check out You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger (2010). That one may not be classic either, but it explores some weightier issues and disproves the idea that Allen has only been interested in light trifles in recent years.

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Simson (The God that Says I Am, 2010) intertwines a well-documented travel memoir with geography, history and culture.
When biologist Simson was offered a contract to teach on American military bases in South Korea via the University of Maryland University College Overseas Division, she was excited to explore a culture much different than that of her hometown of Charleston, S.C. The end result is this compelling narrative in which Simson compares her modern-day experiences in South Korea to those of Victorian travel writer Isabella Lucy Bird Bishop. Both women were 63 when they began their journeys—Bishop in 1894, Simson in 1999—and though Bishop traveled with the aid of missionaries and Simson’s two-year stint involved navigating confusing streets in used cars, both women went home with a deep admiration for many of the people they met along the way. While Simson presents a condensed history of Korea’s troubled past and a vivid account of her trip to the Demilitarized Zone, she also offers many glimpses of her day-to-day life in places like Songtan and Taegu, including descriptions of Korean food such as a delicious pajeon (onion pancake). Of course, some culture shock is to be expected, and Simson describes the difficulties she encountered with the Korean language and weather-related problems, like the time her car broke down in a monsoon. The author writes that though neither she nor Bishop was fond of large Korean cities, they both reveled in the magnificent beauty of the countryside and mountains. (Generations ago, Bishop was able to explore the Diamond Mountains, now part of North Korea.) As in any culture, there are paradoxes, and Simson portrays them with a nonjudgmental but honest voice; for instance, the same people who drove recklessly and always seemed to be in a hurry were also industrious and quick to help her. Likewise, the same culture in which she saw women mistreated also held a deep reverence for its elders. Various religious influences—nature worship, shamanism, Taoism, Buddhism, Confucianism and Christianity—are also briefly discussed with notable objectivity.
Serious travel readers will appreciate Simson’s gentle, evenhanded presentation of a colorful, multifaceted culture.


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Parliament has voted against the 2022 Budget Statement and Economic Policy for the government.
This was after the House concluded a debate on the Budget on Friday evening [Nov 26, 2021] and the Majority side walked out of the Chamber.
Through the voice vote, the House rejected the Budget when the Speaker asked the question, a few minutes to 8pm on Friday.
The Majority side had walked out of the Chamber and so when the Speaker put the question for those in favour or against, the "No" voice votes had it and there was no "YES" voice vote.
After the Minority and Majority leaders took their turns to conclude their debate, the Minister of Finance, Mr Ken Ofori-Atta also had an opportunity to make an appeal to the House on the Budget.
An agitation followed after a request by the Minister of Finance to the Speaker to allow him meet both leadership of the House prior to a question being put for the approval of the Budget Statement was declined by the Speaker.
While the Majority agreed to the Minister of Finance's request, the Minority kicked against it vehemently.
The Speaker therefore told the House he would put the question for the House to vote on whether the minister should meet the leadership of the House or not.
Graphic Online's Parliamentary correspondent, Nana Konadu Agyeman reports that Majority members walked out of the Chamber following a failed attempt to have the Speaker direct the General Secretary of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), Mr Johnson Asiedu Nketia, out of the Public gallery.
Mr Nketia, who is a member of the Parliamentary Service Board, was in the Public gallery to witness the voting process ahead of the approval of the 2022 Budget.
The agitation by the Majority members was from the fact that the Speaker had earlier directed the Marshals of Parliament to drive out ministers of state who were in the House and were not Parliamentarians.
In the view of the Speaker, the ministers were not required to take part of vote by division and therefore needed to leave the Chamber.
The Speaker's order came after the Minority Chief Whip, Mr Mohammed-Muntaka Mubarak, had prayed the Speaker to order out ministers of state prior to the vote by division.
In the absence of the Majority members in the Chamber, the Speaker put the question on whether the Minister of Finance should be allowed more time to consult with the leadership of the House before the question for the vote.
Those against that request of not allowing the Minister of Finance more time to consult with the leadership were 137 as there was a nil vote for those in favour of the request.
The Speaker then proceeded with the question for the motion, for those in favour of the approval of the Budget Statement and Economic Policy for the government for the year ending December 31, 2022, and there was no approval voice vote as the Majority side had empty seats.
When the question for those against was posed, the Minority side responded with a loud "No" voice vote.
The Speaker then went ahead to announce that, "Honourable members, clearly the 'NOs' have it and it is is accordingly lost".
"Honourable members, early in the days after my election as the Speaker, I did pledge to the good people of this country, truly, that I will do everything within my power not to obstruct government business."
"I did so expecting reciprocity that government will also do everything not to frustrate or obstruct the business of Parliament. As the Speaker, I will do all I can, not to allow government to obstruct or frustrate Parliament in its lawful duty," Mr Bagbin said.
"That is a pledge to the good people of Ghana and there is a reason why the good people of Ghana elected this Parliament, a hung Parliament, those who prefer to say a near hang, it is a hung Parliament of 137 - 137. The Independent who decided to do business with one side, gives them a majority group, there is no majority party in this House," he added.
Mr Bagbin said it was a new beginning where "for the first time a majority has walked out from its own business."
Meanwhile, the Public Affairs Directorate of Parliament has issued a press statement on the development in the House on Friday.
Below is a copy of the statement.
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In today’s world, the demand for branded food packaging is at an all-time high. With the rise of convenience foods and ready-to-eat meals, consumers are constantly on the lookout for eye-catching and innovative packaging solutions. In the United Kingdom, the demand for packaging suppliers who can provide high-quality, branded food packaging is particularly strong. As the industry continues to grow, the need for eco-friendly packaging options is becoming increasingly important.
When looking for a packaging supplier in the UK, there are a number of factors to consider. From the quality of the packaging to the environmental impact, finding the right supplier is essential for any food business. In this article, we will explore the world of branded food packaging, the importance of eco-friendly options, and how businesses in the UK can find the best packaging suppliers for their needs.
The world of branded food packaging is a diverse and constantly evolving one. From stylish and modern designs to practical and functional solutions, there is truly something for everyone. For businesses in the food industry, the packaging is not just a way to transport and protect their products, but also a powerful marketing tool. The design and branding of the packaging can have a huge impact on consumer perceptions and purchasing decisions.
In the competitive food industry, standing out on the shelves is essential, and branded food packaging can help to achieve this. Whether it’s through bold colors, creative designs, or innovative materials, the right packaging can make a product memorable and enticing to consumers. From snacks and beverages to frozen foods and fresh produce, the possibilities for branded food packaging are endless.
However, in today’s society, the environmental impact of packaging cannot be ignored. With growing concerns about plastic pollution, climate change, and sustainability, the demand for eco-friendly packaging options is on the rise. Businesses in the UK are increasingly looking for packaging suppliers who can provide solutions that are not only visually appealing and practical but also environmentally conscious.
Eco-friendly packaging options can come in many forms, such as recyclable materials, biodegradable packaging, and reusable containers. These options not only minimize the environmental impact of packaging but also appeal to a growing number of environmentally conscious consumers. In the UK, where there is a strong emphasis on reducing plastic waste and promoting sustainability, eco-friendly packaging options are becoming a must-have for food businesses.
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Shutters rush by us as we watch the largest snake pit in the world, which is filled with countless snakes in an obscure location. You did indeed read it correctly! The largest snake in the world is found in this location, which is sure to send chills down our spine.The hidden location we’re referring about is none other than Brazil’s famous Snake Island, which is situated off the country’s coast.
The amount of snakes that live on this island is astounding, including the Golden Lancehead Viper, which is regarded as one of the deadliest snakes on the globe.Snake Island is a unique location where humans are not allowed and snakes are in charge. A small group of scientists who are studying the species that live there are the only ones who have access to this isolated island.
Only a select few people have had the privilege of visiting this site, which is both fascinating and terrifying.The island is home to more than simply the biggest snake point in the world. Additionally, a wide variety of wildlife, including several species of birds and mammals, can be found there. The snakes are without a doubt the island’s main draw, though.
Golden Lancehead One of the many species of snakes that may be found on Snake Island is the viper. The majority of snake bites in Brazil are caused by this venomous snake, which can be fatal if not handled carefully. Other dangerous snakes like the Jararaca, which is responsible for the majority of snake bites in Brazil, are also found on the island.
In conclusion, Snake Island is a mysterious and terrifying location where snakes rule and where people are afraid to go. It’s not for the faint of heart because it is home to the biggest snake spot in the entire planet. Despite the island’s beauty, it is unsafe, and visitors are not allowed. But it continues to be a fascinating location for tourists and everyday people.
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Utah-based band The Piano Guys have just released their latest self-made music video “Don’t You Worry Child (Khushnuma)”, featuring Indian vocalist Shweta Subram.
It was filmed in “Little Sahara”, a desert sand dune in central Utah known for its soft white sand and beautiful Indian temple.
The Piano Guys are keen to incorporate ethnic sounds into their musical arrangements. This keeps their music fresh and broadens its style.
“Her voice depicts an Indian classical vibe while still being completely accessible,” says Steven Sharpe Nelson. Shweta was also involved in selecting Hindi lyrics from a traditional Hindi prayer for the arrangement. The alternative title “Khushnuma” means “happiness” and “no worries.”
The Piano Guys worked at recreating the tonal qualities of such instruments as the pungi flute, the pitched tabla drum, and the sitar with steel, wood, carbon fiber, and electric cellos.
“Shweta’s vocals completed the song, giving the whole arrangement an authenticity and refined beauty,” added Nelson.
Check out the video below. The track is available to buy on iTunes.


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PHOENIX — Gov. Doug Ducey has pushed back the start date for Arizona schools to Aug. 17.
The move came during a press conference Monday as Ducey described COVID-19 cases in Arizona as “going in the wrong direction.”
Ducey said the Aug. 17 date will continuously be evaluated, and did not rule out distance learning for the year.
“The objective is, of course, is to educate our children,” Ducey said.
“We believe that can be done better inside a classroom, the question is can it be done safely? But we’re going to have resources for our teachers. And if we have to do distance learning again, it’s not optimal, but it’s something we certainly got much better at on the turn of a dime.”
The question of whether school can be held safely in a classroom is something Dr. Jeff Hester, Professor Emeritus at ASU, is concerned about.
“You would be hard-pressed to find someone who would more like to be able to send kids back into the classroom than I am. But COVID just doesn’t care about that stuff,” Hester said.
Hester detailed his concerns for returning to school on YouTube.
“You look at a classroom, it’s kind of like, ‘oh that’s what they meant when they said a really good place for COVID to spread,'” Hester said.
Hester believes COVID-19 will not only spread inside the classroom, but kids will take it home to their family, friends and the community, so he wants to see schools stay closed.
“If we open schools there will be significant numbers of people in the community who die of COVID and will never know that the reason they caught COVID is because of the chain of infection that goes back through a school,” Hester said.
Joe Thomas, the president of the Arizona Education Association, said while additional time before school starts gives more time to plan, the concern for teachers is rising cases.
Thomas added he believes finding enough teachers to teach in-person classes will be difficult because of the risk it poses.


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According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the economy added 227,000 news jobs in February, while private sector payrolls increased by 233,000. Those strong numbers beat expectations analysts had predicted.
Unemployment, meanwhile ended its steady decline and plateaued at 8.3 percent the BLS reported. Depending on which financial journalists you follow, analysts had cautiously expected February's number to be between 209,000 and 213,000, though The Street reported seeing a range from 144,000 - 303,000 jobs. The biggest jobs gain, according to the report, was seen in business services which added 82,000 jobs. It's worth noting, though, that just over half of those (45,000) were temp positions.
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You may have to mow your lawn at least once a week to keep the grass short, but the state highway department only plans to mow intersections and ditches in the county twice this summer.
Highway workers will be mowing U.S. 31, State Road 135 and the other four state highways in Johnson County twice this year. The highway department mowed along U.S. 31 this week but otherwise hasn’t mowed in the county this summer.
Workers will only mow more often if grass or weeds grow tall enough to block motorists’ view. U.S. 31 will get first priority for mowing in Johnson County this year, and then State Road 135, Indiana Department of Transportation spokesman Harry Maginity said.


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March 15, 2017
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London’s only dedicated modular synth showroom.
If you’re in the market for a modular synth there’s really only one place you should go, and that’s London Modular. With a reputation that extends way beyond its modest Hackney Wick space, Phil and Simon supply first-timers, collectors and professional musicians in equal measure with first hand expertise you just can’t get online.
Like Berlin’s legendary analogue hardware merchant Schneider’s Büro, London Modular are becoming the go-to in a section of the music industry that’s booming, both in the number of musicians using modular synths and the number of manufacturers literally pushing the sonic envelope.
That said, we went to visit Phil and Simon to find out just why so many artists are exploring new hardware, what models to look out for right now (check out that video module) and just why they send so many packages to Cornwall…
Wait, is that Massive Attack’s Buchla in the corner?
Get in touch via their website, catch them playing out as London Modular Alliance and plan your visit to the showroom at 14 Felstead Street, London, E9 5LT, United Kingdom
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NOTE: Since I originally published this tutorial, it has been refined and re-written and published in the Resources section of Splitcoast Stampers. There is also a video, for those of you who prefer that. Here's a link: Flip-Top Box
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Remember that I said Greg came in handy sometimes? Here's another reason: he is a smoker (I love him dearly, but wish he'd quit FOR GOOD - he's quit for temporary several times...), and when I went to take out the trash a while back, one of his cigarette packs was right on top. I was going to just toss it out, when I noticed that it was kind of a cute shape and size (refer to my earlier comments on the random weirdness that is My Brain), so I plucked it off the pile, opened it up, measured and made a template, and now I'm sharing it with you! I don't want to call it a "cigarette box", though, so I'm calling it a flip-top box:
- Cardstock 3 7/8" x 9 1/2"
- Cardstock 3 7/8" x 2"
- Designer papers, stamps, etc. of choice
- Paper trimmer
- Scoring tool
I apologize in advance for the quality of some of the pictures, and for my very lame template pictures in particular. Understand that I am just trying to give you visuals to go by, and not some polished production. With that being said, let's get started:
Score down the entire 9 1/2" length 7/8" in from each side. Score remaining scores according to template pictured below - blue lines are scored only from scored line to scored line, as opposed to across entire width of piece. Measurements are where you will place the paper on your guide, not the distances between lines:
The red areas and lines are where you will cut. To get the cutting lines that are angled, mark as follows: 1/2" below line scored at 1/2"; 1/2" and 7/8" below line scored at 2 7/8"; and at outer corners of bottom edge. The funky cut (it's sort of angled) from the 7/8" mark to the blue scored line at 2 7/8" is just to make this area of the box a bit more stable, and I didn't measure and cut - just sort of eyeballed it. You just want it to meet up with the other cut at the inner point, but it's not critical that you make it all pretty, or that the two sides match - you don't see them when the box is folded up. After you've made your cuts, fold along all scored lines, folding the line at 2 7/8" the opposite way (this is the hinge of the box top).
At this point, decorate the box as you desire - stamping, designer papers, whatever - but bear in mind that the 1 1/2" section at the top and the lowest section at the bottom will be the front of the box when you're done, and that the lower section is upside-down as you are looking at it now. To make it easier on myself, I used a pattern that was not directional. You could even do one strip up the whole thing (or make the whole box out of double-sided paper if it's heavy) and call it a day. The sections that don't have the striped paper will be inside the box, so I didn't cover them:
This next template is just to give you a reference for the folding and gluing part of this project:
Fold and glue as follows: Flap A to box bottom A; flap B to box lid B; flap C to outside of flap B/C; 1/2" flap tucked to inside at box lid, as shown below:
Also fold in and glue the sides of the box.
Now, take your 3 7/8" x 2" piece of cardstock and score 7/8" from each edge (2" is the length). Then use an oval punch or a pair of scissor or whatever, and make a cutout:
then round the edges with your scissors:
Insert and adhere this piece to the inside of the box so that the corners are 1/2" above the edge of the box opening:
This is important, because it keeps the box shut without any help at all! Your box is now finished and ready for embellishing:
So, what do you do with a box this size? How about a set of cute little cards?
These were all made with "Precious Paisley" papers and the "Angel Sent" stamp set from Close To My Heart. I paper-pieced their dresses, colored their skin and hair with Bic Mark It markers, and their wings and halos with a Sakura Gelly Roll glitter pen. The heart the one little angel is holding has Cotton Candy Stickles. All the ribbons are Offray, and I used some punches (of course!) I wanted to add dimension without bulk, so I inked the edges of the papers and punched shapes. I did use foam tape to mount the angels to their cards, though.
Here's another version:
Here's what's inside of it:
It's a bunch of gift tags! They're kind of hard to see in a pile, so here's a couple of pics of them in smaller groups:
They are all made from these fun papers from The Rob and Bob Studio (Provo Craft):
I bought this Christmas slab a couple of years ago because I thought the patterns and colors were so fun and funky. It's been languishing since, though, because I couldn't really make up my mind what I wanted to do with it (sound familiar?). I finally decided gift tags would be fun, and this sheet in particular lent itself well to cutting up individual elements, which I did:
All I did was cut 2" x 3" scraps of cardstock that matched the dp and round the corners. I then cut 1 13/16" x 2 13/16" scraps of the dp itself for the front of the tag, and plain white cardstock for the back of the tag, and rounded the corners and adhered them. Then I cut out elements from the sheet above and added them (sometimes matting, sometimes not). The backs of the tags have elements cut from the tree block paper, and look like this:
I planned to stamp "to" and "from" on them, but I don't have any to/from stamps - can you believe that? Over 300 stamp sets, a slew of individual stamps, and not one to/from stamp! Unbelievable! I have a bunch of alphabets, but I'm too lazy to do it that way, so I'll check the dollar pile o' stamps next time I'm out and see what I can find...
For the hangers of the tags I punched a hole with my Crop-a-dile and threaded "braiding cord" ("like hemp only better", the package says) through it. And that's it for this little project! No stamping - just cut-and-paste!
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This incredible finger/hand puppet is puppeteer Barnaby Dixon's latest creation. When it's in action, the glowing bug looks more like an animated Pixar character than it does a puppet. Made from light-weight form-fitting plastic, its movements are very lifelike and nimble (it can even pick things up with its delicate hands). Amazing!!
If you like this, here's another one of Dixon's brillant creations:


BMW 5 series was seriously updated in July 1981 naming Bmw 528i. The design of the bodywork of the novelty has visibly changed becaming more dynamic with less chrome usage, round internal lights were reduced, while on the other hand, rear lights were increased. Therefore, Bmw 528i is called transition. Interior was redesigned even more thoroughly, for the first time appeared famous instrument panel that turned to the driver which looks almost modern during last two decades. Anatomically shaped seats of Bmw 528i acquired the characteristic of German rigidity and excellent side support. To improve passive safety of fuel tank, it was positioned in front of rear axle.
Bmw 528i engines were equipped with improved characteristics of ignition systems and fuel injection which included in all 6-cylinder engines (M20/30) and 2.0 liter M20 rated at 125 HP. In March 1983, special Bmw 528i for North American market was introduced (it can be distinguished by its more developed bumpers) with installation of 6-cylinder M20 engine volume of 2.7 liter capacity of 129 HP with motronic injection system. In September 1983, more economical modification of Bmw 528i was debuted with turbo diesel M30 motor power of 115 HP whose fuel consumption is 9.0 liter per 100 km. Two years later, new version of the model became less expensive but more reliable with 86 HP atmospheric diesel engine.
The most wonderful verions of was appeared in 1985 with design of BMW M535i that was powered by BMW 6-7 series engine with sports BMW Motorsport suspension and Recaro seat as BMW M5 which was completely assembled by BMW Motorsport Department equipped by sports S38 24 valves motor rated at 286 HP with modified the braking system.
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The car, which is considered to be the undisputed leader in its narrow premium segment, can not lose the interest of the public at the time of renewal. In 2015, expensive Japanese brand starts to release new Lexus LX 570 to refresh its the richest offer in the model lineup. The novelty in the SUV class will soon appear in ... read more
2016 BMW X1 - changes, design, and price
An average sized German BMW X1 crossover with E84 index has been producing since 2009. Bavarian automobile manufacturing company is now preparing to introduce the second generation of the model with index F48. The debut of 2016 BMW X1 will take place in September at the Frankfurt Motor Show, but we can already see the official photos of updated crossover. In ... read more
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The novelty with sports characteristics and traditional American excellent cross-country ability has already received considerable popularity among fans. 2015 Jeep Cherokee is actively searched online, in order to get more visual information and look for test drive videos. 2015 Jeep Cherokee really deserves respect: updated design as well as sports power over competitors. New salon style makes luxurious appearance. Control Panel, ... read more
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In 2015, official presentation of premium convertible 2017 Mercedes-AMG S65 was given at the Frankfurt Auto Show. S-class four-seater cabriolet is equipped with powerful 12-liter engine developing 630 HP. Powerful, luxurious, impressive car clearly reminds that its manufacturer is enjoying reputation. Maximum saturated convertible version promises huge list of modern equipment and excellent technical characteristics.
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Twice a week, St Andrew’s Grammar student Tiana Grmusa hits the mats and trampolines at Star-Mites Gym Sports.
The autistic girl is rarely happier than when practising her growing repertoire of tricks on the trampolines in Morley.
She is one of many special needs children at Star-Mites who benefit from $200 vouchers distributed through the State Government’s KidSport program.
“We learn frontsaults, backsaults, straddle jumps, pike jumps, front drops, back drops, tuck jumps,” Tiana said.
“It’s fun because you can teach other kids the thing you’ve done.”
KidSport is not reserved for parents of special needs children but, given the associated medical costs, they can often use the help.
Tiana’s mother Kristy is a coach at Star-Mites and has seen how valuable the program is to help the 20-plus special needs children involved develop.
“We tailor the programs for each child, so basically anyone can do it,” she said. “One little girl had no body movement or speech, so we took her out of her wheelchair, held her bodyweight and did all the jumping.
“We had another boy who was blind, autistic and epileptic, so we had to hold his hand and do whatever we could. Once he started laughing, he couldn’t stop.”
“It’s about being active but it’s also about making friends, being part of a team and improving skills like balance, coordination and listening.”
Sport Minister Mia Davies said KidSport had helped more than 44,000 children, including almost 3000 with disabilities.
"When kids join a club and get more physically active, they learn better,” Ms Davies said.
“It’s fantastic to know that KidSport has helped these children become part of a club which helps them develop their physical and social skills.”
Want to get fit? The experts say mix it up
Getting the most out of exercise means pushing within our limits and allowing time to recover.
Trampolines have overtaken football as the top cause of injuries among children at PMH.
Swap the bad for the good by making new routines for better health.
A break from the screen is good for everyone.


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- 5 – cheddar bacon bratwursts
- 2 – 12 oz dark ale beer
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon whole pepper corns
- 1 white onion, sliced in half moons
- In a small 3-5 quart Dutch add beer, garlic powder, salt, onion and whole pepper corns to a boil. Add bratwursts.
- Boil for 30 minutes.
- Remove Bratwursts
- Add Bratwursts to a 12 inch cast iron skillet and grill until browned on all sides.
- Serve with onions and yellow mustard.

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IMA Ponzi scam: Accused kingpin Mansoor Khan brought back
The Karnataka Police’s Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the IMA Group’s alleged Ponzi scam brought back the Group’s founder, Mohammed Mansoor Khan, from Dubai to New Delhi in the early hours of Friday
Khan is accused of perpetrating a scam worth more than Rs 1,500 crore on over 40,000 investors through his company’s Ponzi investment scheme. Before escaping, he had accused Congress MLA Roshan Baig, among others, of allegedly triggering the company’s fall by failing to return money.
“A team of SIT officers located Mohammed Mansoor Khan, the founder of IMA and accused no. 1 (in the case)…in Dubai through sources and persuaded him to come back to India,’’ the SIT said.
Khan, who recently released a video stating he will return, landed at Delhi’s IGI Airport at 1.50 am, the SIT stated. SIT officers are in Delhi at present to “secure and arrest’’ Khan, it stated.
Khan was detained in Dubai based on a look-out circular issued by the SIT and the Enforcement Directorate (ED), which has registered a money laundering case against him. SIT officials said Khan is currently in joint custody.
The IMA Group floated a Ponzi scheme, offering investors dream returns to the tune of 36 to 64 per cent on investments, in line with Sharia principles of Islam. It attracted thousands of investors, mostly Muslims.
The firm, which claimed to be investing in gold bullion trading, real estate, healthcare and other businesses, also attracted political patrons. Around October last year, the firm began defaulting on payment of returns, creating gradual panic among investors. This panic peaked after Khan fled the country on June 8. Before his escape, Khan sent an audio message to Bengaluru Police accusing several politicians and officials, including Roshan Baig, Congress MLA from Shivajinagar in Bengaluru, for the fall of his firm. Khan alleged Baig borrowed Rs 400 crore and failed to return it.
On Friday, Baig, who is among 16 MLAs of Karnataka’s ruling Congress-JD(S) coalition to have recently resigned and sent the
H D Kumaraswamy government into a crisis, appeared before the SIT for questioning. The SIT had detained Baig at Bengaluru airport on July 15 and questioned him for hours. While Baig claimed he was headed for Pune, CM Kumaraswamy alleged that he was trying join other rebels in Mumbai.
“Mr Roshan Baig appeared before SIT and submitted relevant records for perusal. SIT will go through the records. If further questioning is required he will be called again,’’ the SIT stated.
Baig was said to have been close to Khan and the IMA Group — the company funded a government school in his constituency under a public-private partnership. Baig is also reported to have aided Khan in getting around restrictions placed by officials on IMA Group’s functioning last year.
As part of its probe, the SIT has so far arrested B M Vijayshankar, who was Bengaluru Urban district deputy commissioner, and L C Nagaraj, an assistant commissioner for revenue, for allegedly accepting bribes to provide positive reports to the government.


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Lexington, Ky., -- The cost of Thanksgiving dinner may rise this year, but University of Kentucky extension specialists say people should not let rising costs take away from the holiday cheer.
“Food prices are up this year, but consumers shouldn’t let that discourage holiday celebrations or special meals,” said Nicole Huff, assistant extension professor of family finance and resource management for Family and Consumer Sciences Extension in the UK College of Agriculture, Food and Environment. “There are ways to save money when preparing dishes for family gatherings.”
Rising food prices come on the heels of an off year where costs were actually lower due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The American Farm Bureau estimated the average cost for a 10-person Thanksgiving meal was $47 in 2020. Costs are expected to rise nearly 5% or more this year due to inflation and supply chain issues.
Huff said there are several ways people can celebrate turkey day on a budget and keep the holiday a happy one.
Individuals should pay attention to sale flyers at local grocers. Huff said consumers should consider buying store brands to cut costs and buy in advance.
“Don’t wait until a few days before to shop for nonperishable items,” she said.
This year’s Thanksgiving meal can be special, even if it’s different from years past. Individuals who have trouble finding Thanksgiving staples can substitute another fall fruit or vegetable, or sample a new recipe featuring fall flavors. The University of Kentucky Family and Consumer Sciences Extension Plate It Up Kentucky Proud series offers lots of recipes featuring in-season produce. It is available online at https://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/content/plate-it-recipes-season.
"Supply issues and rising prices can be stressful,” said Kelly May, senior extension associate for family finance and resource management in Family and Consumer Sciences Extension. “Take a step back from that stress and refocus on spending time with family and friends. Try an alternative dish if needed this year. Maybe you'll discover your family's next Thanksgiving tradition."
This year, individuals should think outside the recipe box. People can consider cost-saving alternatives if encountering product shortages or if prices are outside of their budget. For example, rice may be less expensive than potatoes. Canned or frozen vegetables may be a good substitute for fresh vegetables. Roasting turkey breasts may be cheaper than roasting a whole turkey. Shredding cheese oneself is often cheaper than buying pre-shredded, bagged cheese.
UK Family and Consumer Sciences Extension offers more information on ways to manage money in tough times on their Moneywise website, https://fcs-hes.ca.uky.edu/moneywise.


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French talent Almero returns to Protocol Recordings with his new single “Come Back Again,” an upbeat and groovy progressive house gem. The track opens with captivating vocals that lead into undulating melodies, gently leading the listener into rolling basslines. The mixture of emotive vocals and energetic beats creates an uplifting vibe that could be suitable for radio play but also wouldn’t be out of place on the dancefloor. Almero’s latest release on Protocol was “So Much Love” – a collaboration with Nicky Romero from earlier this year, which showcased the French artist’s production versatility and ease in blending with Romero’s signature style. Along the way, Almero also released “Bring Me Down” on Revealed Recordings and “Dancing Alone” on Hexagon.
Founded by Nicky Romero, Protocol Recordings is one of the leading imprints for innovative electronic dance music. It boasts a roster of heavy-hitters, complemented with immensely talented up-and-comers such as Thomas Gold, Deniz Koyu, Teamworx, Futuristic Polar Bears, Trilane, Marcus Santoro, Stadiumx, Tim van Werd, and Nicky Romero himself, to name a few. All with a diverse range of sounds that are guaranteed to light up a dance floor. Almero is already making waves; he debuted on Protocol in 2020 with “They Don’t Know” with CAMARDA and then followed with “Focus” with DØBER, 2021’s “Good Old Days” with CAMARDA, “Run” with Teamworx, and solo singles “Do Again” and “Midnight Love.” He has additional releases on Universal Music, Spinnin’ Records, Anjunabeats, Smash The House, and has earned support from Hardwell, Sander van Doorn, Nicky Romero, Sunnery James & Ryan Marciano, Blasterjaxx, and Thomas Gold. Stay tuned for more releases coming from Almero and more of the Protocol artists.


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(VOV) - US famous singer Bob Dylan’s first performance night in Vietnam took place at RMIT university in Ho Chi Minh City on April 10.
The night show began with Vietnamese composer Trinh Cong Son’s songs performed by popular singers including Cam Van, My Linh, Hong Nhung, Quang Dung, Thanh Lam and Duc Tuan.
Bob Dylan (born by the name of Robert Allen Zimmerman on May 24, 1941) is an American singer-songwriter, poet, and painter. He has been a major figure in music for five decades.
He has conducted more than 2,000 tours around the world and received 11 Grammy awards along with many other prestigious prizes including Golden Global, Oscar and Pulitzer.
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SkyDec is proud to announce to represent Wärtsila Elac Nautik GMBH in the Netherlands. Wärtsilä ELAC Nautik is a market leader in hydro-acoustic systems for naval, hydrographic and commercial applications.
The product portfolio includes sonar solutions, underwater communication systems, as well as navigation and multibeam echo sounders. The products are developed and manufactured in Kiel, Germany and are renowned for their high reliability, robustness, and advanced technology. With the specialization in equipping new vessels with innovative products, and developing customer-specific modernization solutions, ELAC also offer installation, logistics, and service support for all their products, and can provide product training if required.
Founded as ELAC (Electroacustic GmbH) in 1926, the company has extended its product range constantly. Today, Wärtsilä ELAC Nautik’s systems and products are installed on almost all NATO vessels, as well as on the navy vessels of most friendly nations. In addition to steady growth in the naval market, a worldwide reputation for hydroacoustic systems for research vessels has been achieved, including an established and reliable partner for the commercial shipping industry. In 2015, ELAC Nautik became part of the Wärtsilä Corporation.


The government is reducing the number of mandatory inspection buildings. The Medical and Health Bureau announced the latest list of mandatory inspection buildings tonight (15th). Only 22 buildings are on the list, of which 16 are the residences of confirmed cases. Among them, Sha Tin District has the most, with 5 buildings on the list. Including 6 towers of Castle Castle in Sha Tin, 15 towers of Ma On Shan Green Garden, etc., and 7 towers of Universal Bay in Tsuen Wan are also on the list.
Another 6 buildings involved in sewage samples were positive, 3 buildings each in Sha Tin District and Tuen Mun District, including Blocks 1 and 6 of Haidian Bay in Ma On Shan, and Blocks 5 and 6 of Longmen Residence in Tuen Mun.
▼December 15 strong inspection building▼
According to the latest mandatory inspection list of the Medical and Health Bureau, a total of 22 buildings are on the list, 16 of which are related to the residence of confirmed cases.
Among the buildings involving confirmed cases, Sha Tin District has 5 buildings on the list, accounting for nearly one-third of the total. It is the division with the most buildings on the list, including 6 buildings in Shatian Emperor Castle, 3 Cloud Stack Gardens in Tai Wai, and Ma On Shan Cuiyong Huating Block 15 and Block 14 of Fu'an Garden, etc.
▼On December 15th, some buildings will be inspected▼
There are two buildings in Kwun Tong District, Sai Kung District and North District respectively. In Kwun Tong District, there are Choi Sing House, Choi Ha Village, Ngau Tau Kok, and Lei Yan Court, Lei On Court, Kwun Tong; in Sai Kung District, there are Star House, Kin Ming Estate, Tseung Kwan O, and Block 1, Nan Fung Plaza; In the North District, there are 4 buildings, Ping Chi House, Tai Ping Estate, Sheung Shui and Fanling Wing Fook Centre.
In addition, one building is on the list in the southern and eastern districts of Hong Kong Island, namely Ho On Court, Yu On Court, Ap Lei Chau and Block 6, Hong Chui Terrace, Chai Wan.
The remaining 6 buildings were positive for sewage, 3 in Sha Tin District and 3 in Tuen Mun District. Tower 5 and Tower 6 of Longmen Residence.
Full list of strong inspection buildings:
Choi Sing House, Choi Ha Estate, Ngau Tau Kok
Lei Yan House, Lei On Court, Kwun Tong
Star Building, Kin Ming Estate, Tseung Kwan O
Block 1, Nan Fung Plaza, Tseung Kwan O
Tower 6, Castle Castle, Sha Tin
Wing Hing House, Sui Wo Court, Sha Tin
Block 3, Cloud Stack Garden, Tai Wai
Block 15, Green Garden, Ma On Shan
Block 14, Fu On Garden, Ma On Shan
Ping Chi House, Tai Ping Estate, Sheung Shui
Fanling Glory Center Block 4
Block 7, Universal Bay, Tsuen Wan
Block B, Lok Kei Building, Lok Man Sun Chuen, To Kwa Wan
Kai Xu House, Hoi Lok Court, Cheung Sha Wan
Block 6, Hong Tsui Terrace, Chai Wan
Wu On House, Yue On Court, Ap Lei Chau
Sewage Positive List
Block 5, Healthy Garden, Tuen Mun
Block 5, Lung Mun Residence, Tuen Mun
Block 6, Lung Mun Residence, Tuen Mun
Sau Chuen House, Shui Chuen O Estate, Sha Tin
Tower 1, Ocean View Bay, Ma On Shan
Block 6, Ocean View Bay, Ma On Shan
Compulsory testing for children under 3 years old is exempted from compulsory building inspections. The 11th group cancels regular nucleic acid testing. Mei Foo Sun Chuen Phase II, Sheung Shui Taiping Estate, Hang Hau Le Yiju and other sewage positive 50,000 people must be quickly tested for the epidemic.
12.14｜An increase of 14,870 confirmed cases and 896 cases of imported tourists hit a new high I believe that the epidemic will not worsen rapidly


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On May 7, 2018, photos from the annual Met Gala flooded our social media streams. You may have seen photos of Rihanna dressed as the Pope and Lilly Collins in an outfit inspired by Our Lady of Sorrows. And, like me, you may have been wondering: what the heck is going on?
For this year's Met Gala, the theme was "Heavenly Bodies: Fashion and the Catholic Imagination." Like a multitude of things on the internet, this theme was quite controversial.
Before I go into detail about some of the responses to The Met Gala, I'd like to clarify something first. This is actually something I did not know until recently. I was under the impression that the theme itself was Catholicism; however, after learning more about the theme and the inspiration behind it, I learned that the theme was based on Catholic art, not Catholicism itself. This made my response to the theme a little bit better.
The theme was inspired by the Met's next Costume Institute exhibit, which will "examine the influence of Catholicism on clothing." Even the Vatican approved the exhibit and Gala's theme. The Vatican also lent the museum around 50 garments for the show.
However, some believed that theme itself, despite its approval from the Vatican, was offensive. Some Catholics believed that celebrities, many of whom were not Catholic, were appropriating their religion. And some, like myself, thought the theme itself could have been a lot better.
I personally found the theme to be rather distasteful. Although celebrities were technically referencing Catholic art, I felt that the theme itself was too risky; I think that anything involving religion should be off-limits. What if this was about how Hinduism has inspired clothing? How would people have reacted to that?
Also, the Met Gala itself has the ability to influence thousands; for an event that is highly coveted by the fashion industry, I feel as though many do not want to think about subjective themes, such as religion, while making and wearing the elaborate outfits.
I thought this theme was especially insensitive to those who were raised in Catholic backgrounds; what if someone was oppressed because of their Catholic upbringing, because of say, their sexuality, for instance? I don't know how keen they would be attending an event without being able to escape Catholic themes and undertones.
In other words, this backlash and controversy could have been avoided all together with a different theme.
However, there is something to be said about the elaborate outfits the celebrities wore.I thought many of the outfits were technically stunning, despite the theme. I appreciated outfits such as Gigi's Versace stained-glass dress—it was a safe and sensitive way of fitting the theme.
Here are some of the examples of some of the outfits from the Gala, in case you missed it:
Gigi Hadid in a stained glass-inspired gown.
Rihanna in a Pope-inspired outfit.
Zendaya dressed in an outfit that resembles Saint Joan of Arc.
Lilly Collins in an outfit inspired by Our Lady of Perpetual Sorrow.
I took to our listeners and readers on Instagram and asked them what they thought about the theme. Here's what some of them said.
"Grew up Catholic and went to a Catholic high school. I thought it was crazy disrespectful. If it was any other religion, I totally feel like it would have been front page news for being cultural appropriation or something similar. Catholicism is a very strict and serious religion (just like any other religion) and it's just kinda bs that they turned it into a fashion statement. it's a major part of so many people's lives, including mine. Dressing up in papal garments and stuff is just disrespectful."
--Megan Crabb, IG: @megancrabb23
"I'm catholic and I didn't find it offensive at all. I thought people used the icons and symbols appropriately and without any disrespect. What would have been disrespectful would be if the theme had been any world religion that has been oppressed in any way (which is a lot of them). Plus, apparently the Vatican approved the theme and there were even catholic priests in attendance. I think if the theme had been Islam or Hinduism that would have been different [because] those are religions that are very deeply rooted in a cultural/ethnic identity."
--Natalie Sopyla, IG: @natalie.sopyla
"I'm not Catholic, but I think some things should remain untouched. I felt like the religion was mocked for trends or fashion to glorify oneself. And that's so not cool."
--Lauren Phariss, IG:@pharisswheel
"I agree, I loved every outfit I saw from the night but the religion theme was real weird to me. I don't see how it's perceived as less offensive because it's Catholic—using traditional Native American tribal prints and 'costumes' based off of ideas that are important to other cultures/religions is mostly believed to be offensive & wrong. I don't see how this theme was different. I'm not Catholic either, but to me creating any 'theme' that directly plays off of sacred practices or beliefs of any religion or culture is short-sighted and inconsiderate to the people that belong to it."
--Lyndsey Fokes, IG: @lyndsey.fokes
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PORTLAND — I am joined by Hillary Bassett, director of Greater Portland Landmarks, and Thomas Johnson, director of Victoria Mansion, to express our support for the University of Southern Maine’s American and New England Studies master’s program, which has been slated for elimination to address a budget shortfall.
The program is an irreplaceable asset to Portland and the state as a whole. It is perfectly suited for community partnerships, and Portland, with its rich cultural resources, has benefited immensely from the participation of students, faculty and alumni educated through this graduate program.
As leaders of local and state organizations dedicated to preserving, researching and interpreting the cultural life and built environment of Maine, we are concerned about what would be lost if this program were eliminated.
It’s important to remember that the American and New England Studies program was founded in 1987 in response to requests from community leaders in Portland to develop an interdisciplinary master’s program in the humanities and social sciences. At that time, there was a realization that Maine required additional scholars, teachers and professionals to work in the cultural institutions and schools who had specialized training in understanding and interpreting our history and identity.
There was a tangible need for teachers, historians, artists, politicians, economists and architects who could see beyond the popular Down East characterization of Maine. It was hoped that a rigorous and intellectually challenging graduate program with a focus on the New England region and course work in archaeology, history, literature, anthropology, art and architectural history, philosophy, and American studies would result in a deeper understanding of how Maine and New England fit into the world.
The American and New England Studies program has met these goals and more. Since 1987, the program has graduated more than 200 educators, who in turn teach our children. Numerous graduates have gone on to a doctoral program and are now professors, many of them in Maine.
Graduates staff the state’s historical societies, research institutions and libraries; they are archaeologists, sociologists, writers, researchers, advisers, consultants and historians of the built environment and landscape. The program has received Guggenheim Fellowships and National Endowment for the Humanities Grants and has a national reputation for excellence.
Importantly, from our perspectives, the students from this program play a vital role in our organizations. In Portland, the Maine Historical Society, the Victoria Mansion and Greater Portland Landmarks have directly benefited from American and New England Studies interns, as have numerous other nonprofits in Portland and across the state. We employ American and New England Studies graduates in our organizations, from docents to top administration.
American and New England Studies has, since its beginning, been intertwined with Portland – and the program itself is a valuable resource for the city, state and region. As we conduct outreach to every corner of Maine, we collaborate with graduates of the American and New England Studies program, especially those working as teachers, museum curators and directors, librarians and archivists, and in business, government and the arts.
Graduates from this program overwhelmingly work in Maine: They have good jobs and make a significant impact on our cultural and social institutions as well as on our economy.
American and New England Studies is one of only two graduate programs in the country that focuses on New England studies, and the only one that has a strong emphasis on northern New England.
Without this public university department, Maine residents who wish to enroll in this type of program will have no other choice but to go to Boston – with the accompanying high cost of tuition and living expenses. For many Mainers, especially those who actively teach while pursuing their master’s degrees, this is not an option.
The loss of American and New England Studies will foreclose so much potential. The notion of developing a “metropolitan university” is a wonderful concept and seems like an apt focus for USM. But making good on that vision is inconceivable without the program that is so uniquely and fundamentally dedicated to understanding, exploring and celebrating the identity of our city, our state and our region.
As we have each communicated directly to the university’s leadership, the proposed elimination of the American and New England Studies program at USM will, in the end, leave Maine a poorer state. We urge the university to retain this valuable program.
— Special to the Press Herald


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White-lipped peccary movement and range in agricultural lands of Central Brazil
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White-lipped peccaries (WLPs) are known as forest-dependent species and are thus expected to respond negatively to deforestation. Yet, little is known about how WLP herds use agricultural lands where high portions (i.e., more than 50%) of the native forest have been removed. In order to understand how WLPs access and use forested habitats nested within agricultural landscapes, we analyzed WLP movement (i.e., linear distances moved) at varying temporal intervals (3 h, 6 h, 12 h, 24 h, 168 h, and 720 h) and monthly herd ranges (MCP 30%, 50%, 70%, and 90%) in two agricultural regions of Central Brazil. Short- and long-term movement did not show variation across months or seasons. Yet, long-term movement and ranges positively correlated with the diversity of available fruits and negatively correlated with the percent of forest cover. Furthermore, the negative relationship between ranges and forest cover was more pronounced during the wet season, with herds in areas with less forest cover having ranges twice as large as those in areas with more forest cover. Our results suggest that short-term movement is most likely reflective of internal drivers (e.g., body shape, physiology). On the other hand, long-term movement and ranges respond to external drivers, which, in this case, are most likely changes in the spatiotemporal distribution of fruiting trees in areas with less forest cover. Our results provide important information for the conservation of this keystone species by establishing that WLPs are negatively affected by forest removal, of which the consequences may be exacerbated with seasonality.

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Many people believe that if they aren’t having any sort of tooth pain, then there is no need to go to a dentist in New Braunfels, TX. While this would be great if it were true, it’s not the best way to maintain a healthy smile. In fact, it could lead to expensive complications!
Visiting the dentist periodically is very important, and here’s why:
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No matter how many times you brush your teeth and how good you are at it, there’s just no way that you can possibly get your mouth 100% clean every single day. There are simply too many nooks and crannies with difficult angles for you and your toothbrush to maneuver. Food particles that hide in these hard to reach areas turn into calcified tartar that’s impossible to remove with everyday resources.
This is why it’s so important to come in for a professional dental cleaning in New Braunfels every six months. Our registered dental hygienists have the skills and special instruments needed to clean the areas that you can’t. This is a must to prevent dental decay, gum disease, and other issues from occurring within your mouth.
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Since not all dental problems come with symptoms, we use low radiation x-rays to help us diagnose potentially underlying issues.
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Vietnam records 43rd coronavirus death in Hanoi, new wave spreads to 30 cities and provinces
Vietnam recorded its 43rd coronavirus death in Hanoi Monday morning, bring the fatality tally in Vietnam’s latest Covid-19 wave to eight.
The country has recorded 2,221 local Covid-19 cases in 30 cities and provinces since the new wave started on April 27.
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The deceased patient is a 50-year-old man who had cirrhosis after being an alcoholic for years, according to the Ministry of Health.
He had a high fever, shivers and digestive problems in mid-April. He was later found infected with the multi-drug resistant Ochrobactrum anthropi bacteria by the Hai Duong General Hospital in the eponymous northern province. He was treated with antibiotics, but his condition did not improve.
Related: Vietnam reports 56 new Covid-19 cases in six northern localities Monday morning
He was later transferred to the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases in Hanoi on April 25, where he was diagnosed with blood sepsis and cirrhosis.
On May 5 he tested positive with the coronavirus. He has been put on ventilators and ECMO, among other treatments. But his condition worsened and he experienced septic shock, hemorrhaging in his digestive system as well as multiple organ failure.
He passed away on Sunday night. His causes of death include Covid-19, septic shock, multiple organ failure and blood sepsis.
Vietnam has recorded 2,221 local Covid-19 cases in 30 cities and provinces since the new wave started on April 27.
Of the eight deaths in this new wave, seven were patients at the National Hospital for Tropical Diseases, a frontline hospital for theCovid-19 fight. One of its branches in Dong Anh District has been locked down since May 5 as it was revealed to be a major coronavirus hotspot. The other fatality was recorded in Da Nang.
Earlier during the second wave in Da Nang in July and August last year, the country had recorded 35 coronavirus deaths.
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Low carb diets are all the rage…
And in some cases they can be beneficial for a short time. But before you lower or completely cut carbs from your diet, there are some things you deserve to know…
Bad things can happen to your body when carbs are too low.
The human body requires some level of carbohydrates to function at peak levels over the long term.
Cutting carbs temporarily can be good under certain circumstances.
For example, people fending off the beginnings of metabolic syndrome could benefit from the effects low carb can have on resetting insulin sensitivity.
But keeping carbs too low for too long can have awful consequences. And the more active you are, the more serious those complications can get.
If you’re sedentary, your carb needs are lower, but you still need them. And the more often and more intensely you exercise the more carbs you need.Sticking to a long-term, chronic low-carb diet can lead to problems like: decreased thyroid output, chronically high cortisol, decreased testosterone, impaired mood and cognitive function, muscle loss and even suppressed immune function.
To sum it up… if you cut carbs for too long, your metabolism can slow down, your stress hormones can go crazy, your brain can go to mush and you can get sick more often…
Worst of all, if you lose any weight it’s probably more muscle than fat. That’s because eventually your thyroid is going to get short circuited.
You see, your body produces a hormone called T3 which is responsible for blood glucose management and proper metabolic function.
In other words it’s really important in the fat burning equation.However a landmark study, known as the Vermont Study, found that T3 is very sensitive to calorie and carbohydrate intake.
When calories and carbs are restricted, your T3 levels tank.The other important thing you should know about keeping carbs too low, especially towards the end of the day, is it can ruin your sleep.
You see, keeping carbs too low can trigger chronically high cortisol. And this can definitely mess with your sleep.
Which is why we recommend that even if you are completely sedentary, you eat at least some carbs with your evening meal and snack.
Now, the trick is knowing how to strategically enjoy the right carbs at the right time to take advantage of all their benefits, while still losing all the weight you want.
Carbs are a powerful weapon in your weight loss and health arsenal if you use them right.
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It’s time these big companies started behaving properly. Apple act just like any other huge multi-national corporation who consider that profit comes before everything else. There is no need to blame ‘the market’ or shareholder pressure, it’s inhuman policy choices that do this.
They need to understand that their loyal customers, that’s us, don’t like this sort of behaviour. We know that it would only take a tiny reduction in Apple’s profits to ensure that this doesn’t happen. To ensure that the people working in the sweat shops who make our iPhones are paid properly and enjoy reasonable working conditions. They are eroding the good will that their products have built up over the years, but will they listen or have they just become too big?
Think different indeed.

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Watershed and the British Council seek five professionals to design and host Urban Games for the Playable City Seoul Weekender in October 2017. We are looking for creative, ambitious, curious people from any discipline who believe we can start a new kind of city conversation through play.
Over three days in downtown Seoul, Playable City® Weekender will invite the public to explore, reimagine and reconnect to public space along and surrounding the Cheonggyecheon Stream in downtown Seoul through a suite of specially made Urban Games. The Playable City Weekender is part Connected City in the Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism.
Playable City will support, inspire and challenge five local creatives to develop playful interventions using creative technology to respond to the theme of Connected City - By the end of the programme participants will deliver a playable urban game for the Playable City Seoul Weekender at Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism.
We are looking for five Seoul-based creatives with an open, rigorous and experimental approach, who are willing to produce work that is exposed, tested and investigated as it is developed. Participants may be artists, designers, architects, urbanists, magicians, interaction designers, technologists or other kinds of creative practitioners who can demonstrate a history of delivering high quality, innovative professional practice.
- Applications open: 12 July 2017
- Applications closed: 26 July 2017
- Successful applicants notified by: 5 August 2017
- Testing week: 5–9 September 2017
- Playable City Weekender: 27–29 October 2017
Introducing Connected City Project
As a part of UK/Korea 2017–18 Creative Futures, Connected City is a project that could be developed into a platform for the general public to re-experience, re-explore and re-imagine the city we live in. Connected City Project in partnership with the Urban Regeneration Center of the Seoul Metropolitan Government and Seoul Biennale of Architecture and Urbanism, plan to introduce innovative practices of arts in public spaces through various arts forms and technologies. Its programmes include Musicity and Playable City (frameworks from the UK), Maker City, Performing City and Storytelling City, (new frameworks from Korea) and a city conference. They will take place over four days during October 2017.
What is a Playable City?
Playable City® puts people and play at the heart of the Future City.
Playable City is a framework to think differently about the city, generating social dialogue by creating shared experiences through play. Visible, democratic, surprising, inclusive – it reuses the city infrastructure to create connections – person to person, person to city. By transforming city spaces into places of unexpected interaction the Playable City is a conversation starter towards the change we would like to see in our cities of the future.
Watershed is a cultural venue and producer developing cultural engagement, imagination and talent. We are based in Bristol, but place no boundaries on our desire to connect with artists and audiences in the wider world. We curate ideas, spaces and talent to enable artistic visions and creative collaborations to flourish. We produce work that cuts across film, media, music, theatre, design, visual art, and the creative and technology sectors.


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Lloyd was born in London and after graduating, enjoyed a stint in television production where he helped with props, scripts and rehearsals. He has written reviews for music sites, been part of a creative group, and has subsequently interviewed a host of bestselling authors. He has also blogged for The Bookseller, The Huffington Post, and was editor of a monthly lifestyle magazine’s book review column. Lloyd has also had articles appear on the Crime Readers’ Association website, and in the Writers’ Forum magazine.
‘It’s really exciting to be a member of the Crime Writers’ Association, alongside so many good authors.’
Lloyd’s 1970s-set debut crime thriller Dead Lands, will be published by Urbane in autumn 2017.


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Guests of The Windsor Suites have always enjoyed stunning views of the Benjamin Franklin Parkway and the Philadelphia Museum of Art. Now, following a hotel-wide guest room renovation, they can also enjoy new furnishings throughout the hotel’s studio and one-bedroom suites and updated appliances, granite countertops, new cabinets and Keurig coffee makers in each suite’s kitchen areas.
Discover Philadelphia with a stay at the Windsor Suites, centrally located at the corner of 17th Street and the renowned Benjamin Franklin Parkway.
Staying at the Windsor Suites will put you in the center of a vibrant downtown neighborhood, filled with trendy restaurants, fashionable shopping and Philadelphia’s famous museum district.
Make yourself at home in spacious, European-style, all-suite accommodations, ideal for both one-night visits and month-long stays. Don’t miss the stunning skyline views from the Windsor’s stunning rooftop pool.
The Windsor also boasts a fitness center, intimate meeting rooms and space for special events.
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A few years ago Joel Gonzalez decided he was ready to run his own shop and started Empire Heavy Equipment Repair, providing around the clock service.
“We do a lot of semi-trucks,” he said. “We go out to WalMart Distribution Center, truck stops and scale houses.”
Gonzalez graduated from Sunnyside High School after moving to the area as a teenager. Much of his family now lives in the area, including his parents, a brother and four sisters.
He and his wife are now raising three sons, ages four, six and eight.
He has a cornfield at his home along with a couple of horses.
“I ride a little,” he said.
He enjoys fishing and camping, hobbies he hopes to share with his sons as they grow older.
Gonzalez started on the road to becoming a mechanic in 1996. He went to tech school and worked for Caterpillar in Phoenix for a few years. After returning to the Sunnyside area he worked for Precision Ag before deciding to start his own business.
“I was just ready,” he said. “I was running the shop at Precision Ag. I knew I could do it.”
The business is doing well, according to Gonzalez.
“We’re doing pretty good,” he said. “We’ve got three mechanics.”
In addition to fixing semi-trucks, the company works on other heavy equipment such as tractors, loaders and mixers. He said the company also fabricates its own parts, as well.
Empire is also offering truck alignments now for semi-trucks and trailers.
‑ Laura Gjovaag can be contacted at 509-837-4500, or email LGjovaag@DailySunNews.com


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