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Kenyan Coast for Ocean Lovers
From $800 pp
A sustainable experience to delight ocean lovers along the Kenyan coast with dhow rides, beach trips, snorkeling, sailing, and more.
Along the coast of the Indian Ocean, the port city of Mombasa and the nearby town of Watamu have their own unique feel for travelers to really experience the Kenyan coast from all angles. More than its beautiful beaches, you'll also have unique wildlife encounters – such as an adventurous nature walk with giraffes! – and take a deep dive into authentic Kenyan culture. This wholesome and off-the-beaten-path itinerary includes a city tour of Mombasa's old town, a food tour, and a chance to visit the nearby forests.
Your mind will be blown by everything Kenya has to offer you!
This is a self-guided experience, except the activities mentioned which are guided.
- Mombasa City Tour
- Mombasa Food Tour
- Nature Walk with Giraffes
- Mombasa Beaches
- Local Craft Markets
- Dhow Trips in the Indian Ocean
- Dolphin Safari (Oct-Mar)
- Authentic Food
- Interaction with Local Kenyans
With its stunning beaches, rich cultural heritage, delicious cuisine, amazing wildlife, and adventure activities, the Kenyan coast is a destination that should be on everyone’s bucket list. Vibrant culture and picturesque local markets, combined with energizing sports activities make this trip through the Kenyan coast unforgettable. You will get to know the thriving marine life, village culture, and delicious food this area is known for.
5 reasons you can’t miss the Kenyan coast:
- Beautiful beaches: The Kenyan coast is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, including Watamu Beach with its crystal-clear waters. You will visit this beach on your trip!
- Rich cultural heritage: The Kenyan coast is home to a diverse mix of cultures, including the Swahili people. On this tour, you will explore the historic towns of Mombasa through a city tour, and a food tour, and learn about its rich history while soaking in the city’s preserved, traditional architecture.
- Delicious food: Kenyan cuisine is a fusion of African, Indian, and Arab influences, making for a unique and delicious culinary experience. Visitors can enjoy fresh seafood, spicy curries, and tropical fruits and vegetables, and on this trip, your tastebuds will be delighted on the Mombasa Food Tour and in Watamu!
- Wildlife: While the Kenyan coast is best known for its beaches, it’s also home to some amazing wildlife. Visitors can go on safari in nearby national parks, such as Tsavo East and West, where they can see elephants, lions, and other iconic African animals. Just let us know if you want to add this to your itinerary and we can organize a luxury lodge in the wild for you to use as a home base to see the “Big 5”.
- Adventure activities: For those seeking adventure, the Kenyan coast offers plenty of options. Visitors can go snorkeling or diving to explore the coral reefs off the coast, take a dhow cruise, or go deep-sea fishing. This trip includes snorkeling and dhow cruises, and we can help you organize other water activities if you wish.
The Kenyan coastal region experiences two distinct seasons: a dry season and a rainy season. This trip is best in the dry season.
The dry season runs from December to March and from July to October. During this time, the weather is sunny, warm, and dry, making it the ideal time for beach activities, cultural tours, and wildlife safaris. With clear skies and calm waters, the dry season is perfect for snorkeling, dhow cruises, and other water activities.
In the wet season, and especially during the months of May and June, some roads may become impassable and certain areas inaccessible due to flooding.
It’s important to note that temperatures along the coast are consistently warm throughout the year, with average temperatures ranging from 25°C to 30°C (77°F to 86°F).
Day 1 Mombasa [Kenya] (arrival day)
Settle into the hotel and then enjoy a beach walk at your leisure.
Day 2 Mombasa: Giraffe Nature Walk
The sanctuary is off the beaten track and most tourists are unaware of this animal haven!
As you walk around the sanctuary, enjoy the company of the free animals in a responsible manner and learn about wildlife conservation in Africa.
Get your steps in and what better way to do that than alongside Giraffes? Without any fencing, you are extremely close to the friendly giraffes, one of the very few places in the world where this is possible. You’ll literally be inches away from the giraffes, ostriches, antelopes, and other amazing animals. A chance to also enjoy a picnic and some games right by your new pals.
Day 3 Mombasa: City Tour & Food Tour
The City Tour
A tuk-tuk tour through Mombasa Old Town with an English Speaking Guide visiting the famous sites and discovering Mombasa’s favorite off-the-beaten-path spots.
Experience Mombasa’s iconic sites while learning about its history and culture.
The Food Tour
Discover and taste authentic food in the melting pot of Kenya – Mombasa Town. This tour consists of 4 stops, with 7/8 foods and drink options. The food tour is fully veggie friendly!
We believe in sustainable, holistic experiences, therefore, you will learn about Kenya, our culture, and people, while digging into some of the most delicious food – making it a truly immersive experience.
We ensure we pay the vendors fairly and food samples will be given to you. If you’d like to purchase more, you sure can!
Day 4 Beach Day
A day reserved for the beach! In Kenya we have endless stretches of pristine, sun-kissed sands that meet the warm embrace of the Indian Ocean. Whether you're lounging under the swaying palm trees, taking a refreshing dip in crystal-clear waters, or getting involved with watersports, your beach day on the Kenyan coast promises relaxation, adventure, and the beauty of an African coastal paradise. It's a day to unwind, explore, and create lasting memories by the sea.
Day 5 Mombasa - Watamu
Travel about 3 hours from one Mombasa to Watamu and settle into the hotel. Once you reach Watamu, settle into your accommodation. Then you can visit the shopping street or simply relax on the beach. We'll share restaurant and places to hang out recommendations when you book with us!
Day 6 Watamu: Dhow Experience
Spend a full day on a dhow trip in the ocean. Once on the dhow, you can spend your time how you want. Swimming, kayaking, snorkeling, reading on the hammock, sunbathing, exploring the dhow, and sharing stories with the crew, etc.
Depending on the season, you might even experience a dolphin safari! We may see dolphins swimming in their natural habitat up close on a traditional dhow, swim with the fishes through the marine protected corals, and paddle through the mangrove of Mida Creek.
Day 7 Watamu: Village Experience
Delight in a rural encounter in the neighborhood of Watamu to fully immerse in local Kenyan traditions. There are multiple activities that you can enjoy there, all creating a positive impact on the local community. From local canoe riding in the mangroves, a local cooking class, learning to climb coconut trees, swimming in the creek, and making traditional makuti roofs.
There are many benefits to taking part in this experience, both for you and the local people. By being in contact with traditional activities led by locals, you will interact with the neighbors of the village, learning about their culture. This will give you long-lasting memories that will enrich your life.
Your visit not only contributes to the fields of education and healthcare but also creates employment opportunities for the local community. This sustainable experience ensures minimal waste generation, utilizes clean energy sources, and promotes the use of locally sourced ingredients. Moreover, your active participation in conservation efforts will have a positive impact on the environment.
Day 8 Watamu (departure day)
Spent the morning at the beach before departing. If your flight is from Nairobi, you can fly out of Malindi Airport (20 minutes from Watamu) rather than going all the way back to Mombasa.
This trip is customizable - contact us to chat about modifications.
Prices exclude flights to/from the destination.
Prices are for double room occupancy unless indicated otherwise.
Pricing depends on accommodation style (budget, midrange, luxury), occupancy type (private or shared rooms), season, and group size. Contact us for more info.
Deposit per person
40% of the trip price
Shared Room - sleeps 2 - price per person
Our organization is committed to sustainable practices that prioritize the environment, the economy, and the socio-cultural well-being of the communities we visit. By focusing on sustainable practices, we believe that we can create a more equitable and just tourism industry.
In terms of the environment, we prioritize the use of reusable products and provide information on ethical wildlife treatment to our guides and travelers. Additionally, we offer low-carbon impact holidays that promote activities related to combating climate change, such as tree planting.
We also prioritize the economic well-being of the communities we visit. We provide direct jobs and income to locals, as well as upskill our partners so they can expand their services. We focus on community projects and assistance and ensure that vendors, creators of products, and food dishes are met.
Our accommodation choices are small and locally run, and we personally visit and carry out an impact analysis at all the accommodations we work with. We promote slow travel, staying for 3-4 nights in most accommodations.
We prioritize the socio-cultural well-being of the communities we visit. We take travelers off the beaten path and ensure that our trips are carried out ethically by looking at the local community's perspective. We promote cultural exchange and encourage travelers to respect local customs and traditions.
Health & Safety
Be sure you have traveler's insurance.
What does the Physical Rating of "Easy" mean?
It means that no special physical preparation is required.
What are the accommodations like?
We have all options; budget, medium or luxury! Occupancy can be single, double, or family rooms if you are coming with kids. The Final trip price will depend on what accommodation style you prefer.
What should I bring for the nature walk with giraffes?
Wearing comfortable shoes such as trainers is a good idea. Bring a water bottle, sun protection and a device with a camera!
When can I see dolphins, turtles, & whales?
Dolphins are in the area between October and March. However, you can experience turtles and whales during other times of the year and epic sunsets every single day!
What is a dhow?
A dhow is a traditional sailing vessel that has been used for centuries along the coast of East Africa, the Arabian Peninsula, and the Indian Ocean. It is a type of wooden boat with a characteristic triangular sail, typically made from cotton or other natural fibers. They are designed to be sturdy and stable, with a low profile and shallow draft, making them suitable for navigating shallow waters.
In the Kenyan coastal region, dhows are a popular mode of transport for tourists, particularly for sunset cruises or day trips to nearby islands. They offer a unique and traditional way to explore the coastline and enjoy the beauty of the Indian Ocean.
Is there a toilet and shower on the dhow?
The day dhow you will be using does not have a toilet or shower.
What do I need to bring for the village experience?
There is no requirement to bring anything, your mere presence will bring joy to their days. There is no need to learn any local language either, most of the families there speak English fluently.
We specialize in vegetarian food, but in case you have any dietary requirements, don't hesitate in talking to us, all requirements can be catered for. All the ingredients in the meals are fresh and locally sourced.


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Rep. Tulsi Gabbard (D-Hawaii) announced Sunday that she is stepping down from her position as a vice chairwoman of the Democratic National Committee, in order to endorse presidential candidate Bernie Sanders.
Gabbard appeared on NBC’s Meet The Press Sunday morning, where host Chuck Todd noted that she “has been at odds with her boss, DNC Chair Debbie Wasserman Schultz for months over the Democratic presidential debate schedule.”
Gabbard replied and said she is resigning from the DNC altogether in order to endorse Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) over Hillary Clinton. She listed her experience as an Iraq War veteran as one of the main reasons, and said she has seen firsthand “the true cost of war.”
“Well first of all, I am resigning from the DNC so that I can support Bernie Sanders for president, and I’d like to tell you why. As a veteran and as a soldier I’ve seen firsthand the true cost of war. I served in a medical unit during my first deployment where every single day I saw firsthand the very high human cost of that war. I see it in my friends who now a decade after we’ve come home are still struggling to get out of a black hole.”
Gabbard said she want to support a president who would “exercises good judgment,” and who “looks beyond the consequences,” in order to end the chaos in the Middle East.
“I think it’s most important for us as we look at our choices as to who our next commander-in-chief will be is to recognize the necessity to have a commander-in-chief who has foresight, who exercises good judgment, who looks beyond the consequences. Who looks at the consequences of the actions they are willing to take before they take those actions so that we don’t continue to find ourselves in these failures that have resulted in chaos in the Middle East and so much loss of life.”
While Sanders has condemned the U.S. overthrowing Saddam Hussein and creating a political vacuum that led to the rise of “Groups like ISIS,” during a presidential Democratic debate in January, he also said that while our first priority is destroying ISIS, our second priority “must be getting rid of Assad.”
Todd said that Gabbard has said that the next president needs to have a “military mindset,” and he questioned whether she thinks Sanders has that mindset.
Gabbard said she believes Sanders, who has been critical of the Iraq War, does have a “military mindset” in the sense that he would “go through an analysis process” when choosing to use or not to use “military power.”
“That military mindset says you have foresight. You look at what are the results? What are the consequences of these actions? How will other actors in the area react to those actions? What will we then do? And you look and continue down the line so you know exactly what you’re potentially getting yourself into before you make that decision that ends up costing us lives and treasure.”
Gabbard has also been critical of the debate schedule set up by the DNC, and in October she claimed she was disinvited from a Democratic presidential debate for openly criticizing the limited schedule during an appearance on MSNBC.
“More and more people on the ground from states across the country are calling for more debates, are wanting to have this transparency and this greater engagement in our democratic process,” Gabbard said during the interview. “We’ve gotta have more opportunity for people to present their vision for our country, their plans and to be held accountable for the positions that they’re taking and the path they’d like to take our country on.”

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Last Friday I uploaded a blog post talking about my bad teenage web series Phoenix and how that weekend, for no good reason anyone could articulate, the original cast were getting together to film an eleven-year-too-late finale that nobody outside of ourselves would ever see.
Well, we did it.
It’s hard to quantify the experience so I’m going to just write about it and hope that some kind of clarity emerges. On paper the very idea of reuniting to (in a single day) conclude a project long since designated a punchline is more than weird; it’s nonsensical. In practice, the day we spent rehearsing, filming, editing, reminiscing and finally watching was a combination of fun and deeply melancholic.
I arrived in the Yarra Valley on Friday night. Sarah, who spearheaded the original series with me, and I spent the evening digging up old scripts, notes and even MSN conversations about the series. Then, on Saturday morning the rest of our cast – Gemma, Garth and Sam – arrived. Despite the five of us not having been in a room together in probably a decade, we fell quickly into old rhythms. Caught up, had a laugh, then got to reading through the script and discussing the subtext. Which might sound overly dedicated given what the project was, but I maintain that we had to treat it as seriously as we treated the 2010 material, even if we knew that it was a ridiculous notion.
It was around five in the afternoon that we filmed the final shot of the series, out at Sarah’s old house. We wrapped with a cheer and a big laugh, then we walked down under the old bridge to where we shot some beautifully angsty “promo shots” in 2010, recreating our most self-serious poses for a new cast photo. Once that was done it was back to the house for food and my ongoing efforts to get the cut together. Naturally I was using Windows Movie Maker, just as I did in 2010, and naturally this experience was not a pleasing one. But finally, at around 11pm, I finished it and we sat down to watch the whole series through. We’d all had a few beers already by this point, so it was with a collective sense of rowdy anticipation that we hit play on episode one.
We laughed. A lot. I don’t think any of us had watched Phoenix since we made it, and the awkward shots, terrible acting, bizarre character motivations and absurd plot twists were a particular kind of hilarious. But as we went, something else emerged. A sense that certain moments or developments were almost sort of good. Not genuinely – this was still a slapped together attempt at serious drama shot on a camcorder by inexperienced teenagers – but there were times where you could see the merit of what we were going for, if not of what we achieved. The episodes certainly got better as they went, but then given the quality we started at there really was no way to go but up.
The strangest moment, I think, came when we hit episode sixteen – the last one we shot in 2010. It was at that point where we all realised that we’d been having such a good time watching the thing that we didn’t want it to end. And, beyond that, that it was very obvious that the us of a decade ago were only just getting started with this story. That there were clearly supposed to be many episodes to come. In a way, I think that sparked a strange sadness that we never finished it the way we intended back then. Which made the finale we had just shot feel… odd.
For context, the script I wrote to conclude Phoenix was designed as a kind of epilogue, but sitting where it does, right after what was supposed to be the midpoint of the series, it feels misplaced, like all the big climactic events the series was building towards had been skipped. Which, to be fair, they had. On top of that, despite its rushed and roughshod production, it was maybe a little too… good. The acting was better. The writing was better. A 2021 phone produces far sharper sound and footage than a 2010 video camera. There’s an inherent restraint and maturity compared to the go-for-broke spirit of the original, which was all unchecked ambition and spectacular failures. We intended to replicate the ethos of our 2010 selves, but for all my talk of taking it seriously, there was no real way to genuinely make an episode the way we would have a decade ago.
And I think that is why, as the series ended, we all felt a little down. Because on screen we saw the jump between the kids we were and the adults we are now. The fact that ten years ago we thought nothing of giving up every weekend to make this dumb series. That we were so passionate about this thing we ultimately made for nobody but ourselves. That we were all willingly together in the same leaky boat. And now we had come back together to finish it, but in finishing it we’d closed a book on not just a project, but a period of our lives.
There’s always a sense of melancholy to completing something. In this case it's not something that will ultimately serve a greater purpose, but something that had always lingered as a kind of creative ellipsis. A story that I’d occasionally considered reworking and even previously tried to as a YA novel series, but had never fully realised.
Until now. Not in the way that was intended, but then, somehow an awkward compromise feels entirely appropriate for Phoenix.
Writing words about writing words.

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Shawn Keller knows there will be games this season when opposing defenses adjust to take away his big arm, meaning he will spend his evening handing or pitching the ball to powerful tailback Brandon Hall.
On the other hand, there will be games when defenses load up to stop Hall, which means he will get the chance to air it out.
The good thing for Orchard View and new head coach Neil Sladick is that Keller is the kind of quarterback that really doesn't care either way.
"I want to be a team leader and, to me, a team leader is someone who is not worried about stats," said the 6-4, 200-pound Keller, who is also one of the area's best baseball pitchers. "I just want to win."
Everyone in Cardinal country wants to get back to winning after 5-4 and 4-5 seasons the past two falls.
Hal Holman resigned as coach after last season and Sladick, a former standout player at Ravenna who has worked with OV's freshmen and junior varsity teams over the past six years, has brought his combination of intensity and youthful enthusiasm into the head varsity job.
"We've been stressing accountability and pride," said Sladick, who has scrapped the wing-T in favor of the power, pro-I attack he learned under former Ravenna coach Dusty Fairfield.
"We want to be physical up front and establish the run first. That will set up the pass."
The run starts with Hall, a returning all-state running back who will be standing up at tailback behind senior fullback Larry Livington in the Cardinals' power-I set. Hall averaged better than 200 yards per game last fall, leading the area with 1,820 yards rushing on 214 carries, with 22 touchdowns.
Defenses will have to put plenty of people in the box to shut down Hall, which should provide Keller with plenty of opportunities.
Keller, the son of Jason and Jodi Keller, will be looking to find senior slotback Jordan Alexander and senior tight end Josh Wieten when he airs it out. He said he feels more comfortable in Sladick's pro-style offense than he did in last year's spread wing-T look.
"I've been working on reading defensive backs and coverages better than I did last year," said Keller, whose favorite athletes are Peyton Manning and Justin Verlander. "I feel more comfortable with that in this offense."
Keller should improve on last year's numbers, when he completed 48-of-104 passes for 692 yards and eight touchdowns.
Not that he's keeping track.
"Shawn is a great team player for us," said Sladick, 31, who played on Ravenna's state championship teams in 1996 and 1997. "He is very consistent and very coachable. He's very quiet, but he leads by example."
• Who: Shawn Keller
• Size: 6-4, 200-pound senior
• Position: Quarterback
• Favorite athlete: Peyton Manning and Justin Verlander
• Favorite class: History
• Favorite TV show: ESPN Sportscenter
• Favorite musician: Seether
• Hobbies: Hanging out with friends
• Future plans: Play baseball in college and major in physical therapy


A long overdue facsimile reprint of a title that has been out of print for many years.
Quarry Hill Flats was a large housing estate, built on continental lines and peculiar to Leeds. The largest and most modern of their kind in Europe, housing around 3,000 people, the Flats were constructed during the 1930s as part of a 'great social experiment' to accommodate an entire urban community. But soon the daring vision for the future began to crumble - literally - and by the 1950s the Flats were infamous. During the 1970s the decision was made to demolish the 'stone jungle' and Peter Mitchell arrived in Leeds in time to record the passing of the great estate.
This is not merely a record of demolition but a tribute to the power of photography, to those who engineered and built the Flats, to the people who lived and died in the Flats and to the city of Leeds itself. Using archive material - much of it private and unpublished - Memento Mori details the ideas behind the Flats, their construction, and their eventual demise. Why did it fail? Was it some flaw in the grand design, or a combination of factors? And what did the inhabitants themselves actually feel about their surroundings? Memento Mori offers answers to some of these questions, but poses may more.
Peter Mitchell says: "I photograph dying buildings and Quarry Hill was terminal by the time I got to it. Times change and I know there was no point in keeping Quarry Hill Flats. But what it stood for might have been worth remembering.”


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Junk Food Peanuts I Need A Drink Men's T-Shirt
Fresh from the USA this Junk Food Peanuts I Need A Drink mens t-shirt is a perfect way to add a little retro feeling into your style. The print sees Charlie Brown in a sweet cartoon inspired look, showcasing the Peanuts character after a mishap with a water-fountain. The print is headed by the text “I need a drink!”. This design has a faded or distress finish, with a washed out look giving the t-shirt a vintage inspired look. Made with a soft to touch feel this mens t-shirt comes in grey and has a traditional crew neck and short sleeves. Official Junk Food this mens Peanuts t-shirt has Junk Food labels through out, this mens t-shirt offers a standard fit with both comfort and style. We want you to get the most possible out of this t-shirt, please follow care label instructions carefully.
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On Friday, Feb. 26, the singer took to social media to ask her thousands and thousands of followers for assist in discovering her pets. She shared a number of footage of the French bulldogs, writing, “My beloved canines Koji and Gustav have been taken in Hollywood two nights in the past. My coronary heart is sick and I’m praying my household will probably be entire once more with an act of kindness. I’ll pay $500,000 for his or her protected return.”
She added, “Or, in case you purchased or discovered them unknowingly, the reward is identical.”
On the evening of Wednesday, Feb. 24, Koji and Gustav have been dognapped by a presently unidentified male suspect whereas out with canine walker Ryan Fischer, who Gaga described as “eternally a hero.” Gaga’s different canine, Asia, was reportedly recovered by police after operating away throughout the altercation.


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Jake Ellenberger will meet Canada’s Rory MacDonald when the UFC returns to FOX. The two are ranked in the Top 10 of the welterweight division and Ellenberger thinks their bout could dictate the remainder of the year.
“This is a huge, pivotal fight for the welterweight division,” said Ellenberger to Bleacher Report. “It can set the tone for the division going into the end of the year. Then you factor in that I don’t like him, and that should make it fun to watch. I just don’t like him and it’s something I’m definitely looking forward to.”
For the UFC, Ellenberger is 8-2 with losses to Carlos Condit and Martin Kampmann. Earlier in the year he earned Knockout of the Night by finishing former Strikeforce welterweight champion Nate Marquardt.
MacDonald will be returning following a back and neck injury. He’s taken his last five with his December 2012 win against BJ Penn being the most recent.
They are the co-main event of UFC on FOX 8. It’s July 27 from the KeyArena in Seattle, WA.


The Buccaneers didn’t get left out of the free agent defensive end market.
According ti Ian Rapoport of the NFL Network, the Bucs have agreed to a three-year, $21 million deal with Giants defensive end Robert Ayers, which includes $10.5 million in guarantees.
The Bucs were able to keep Ayers from continuing his Florida tour, as the Dolphins and Jaguars had expressed interest.
The 30-year-old Ayers had a career-high 9.0 sacks for the Giants last year, with 7.0 of them coming in the final five weeks of the season. The former Broncos first-rounder was displaced when the Giants blew the top out of the market for Olivier Vernon.


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Sports cars make up one of the most beloved automotive genres for car fans. From towering icons like Ferrari, Lamborghini, Porsche, and Corvette to everyman sportsters from Triumph, MG, Sunbeam, and Miata to oddballs like Crosley, Sabra, and DB, sports cars inspire passion and strong opinions as few other vehicles on the road could. This book, 365 Sports Cars You Must Drive, provides capsule overviews and fun facts about the greatest, oddest, most beautiful, and most ill-considered sports cars of all time. How many have you driven, dreamed about, or shuddered at the thought of?
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Kicking off with ‘Asleep at the Wheel’, the lead single, guitarist and vocalist Russell Marsden howls, “Where we are going is anyone’s guess!”, before laying down a monstrous Led-Zep style guitar riff. Title track ‘Himalayan’ showcases one of the band’s great strengths in Marsden and bassist/vocalist Emma Richardson’s intertwining vocals, with ghostly harmonies slipping over one another in the chorus to a hip-shaking beat, giving way for a screeching solo from Marsden mid-song.
Fourth song ‘Cold Sweat’ is the first time the pace drops, and also Richardson’s first chance to take centre stage with a lead vocal. The track itself is a wistful lament to a love lost, “You’ve got me yearning like never before”, which unfurls into a haunting song, with the strings accompanying the band giving an added depth.
Next up, ‘Nightmares’ is a prime example of what Band of Skulls can do wonderfully; songs that lilt along on an instrumental groove then give way to a stellar vocal hook, the male/female harmonies once again complementing each other.
‘You Are All That I Am Not’ provides the albums second slow burner and finds Marsden in pensive mood, “With all your bridges burned, tell me what you learned“. Matt Hayward’s cascading drums then tumble the band into a honey-coated chorus.
‘Toreador’ and ‘Heaven’s Key’ see the vocalists again swapping the microphone, Marsden’s latter effort hitting the harder of the two, before the album winds down with the first appearance of acoustic guitar on “Get Yourself Together” which interestingly features a weird oscillating synthesizer where one might expect to hear the string section come in.
Himalayan is a record that builds on the band’s previous efforts while introducing some new ideas to their songwriting and fresh nuances to their musical palette. Their spot-on balancing act of heavy instrumentals with memorable melodies is further proof that Band of Skulls are growing stronger with each release.


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Collections negatively affect your chances of getting a mortgage loan, but it’s not impossible to be successful on getting approved for a mortgage despite having previous bad debts. When you apply for a mortgage loan, the lender pulls your credit report and will know in 20 seconds what your credit scores are and how any collections will affect the integrity of your qualification.
An old balance with the delinquency long in the past will negatively affect your credit score to some degree even if the account is a few years old and has been closed. The old balance will likely need to be ‘zeroed out’ at close of escrow.
Let’s say for example you owe $500 on old store credit card that’s been closed, but had delinquency’s from a couple of years ago, this account will need to be at zero by close of escrow. Mortgage lenders not going to care specifically the amount you pay to the creditor, it can even be settled, key is to have it zeroed out with no balance by the close of escrow.
Mortgage Tip: usually when the total amount of all collections are $2000 or higher, the accounts have to be zeroed out. If the old accounts are under $2000 typically the accounts can remain as this. This is subject to an automated underwriting engine the lenders use to determine risk analysis upfront when getting preapproved for the mortgage.
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Just a reminder that CleanFARMS will be running a free obsolete pesticide and livestock/equine medication collection program at 6 ag-retail locations in the Peace Region from September 21-23 and in the central region (i.e. Red Deer to north of Edmonton) of Alberta at 20 ag-retail locations from October 3-7 (exclusive – note the date and locations of each collection point).
Attached a promotional posters for both the Peace Region and Central Region collections that highlights the collection program and identifies the specific ag-retail locations that will be participating as collection points. If you could pass along this information via your available communication channels it would be greatly appreciated. We want to ensure that everybody that can benefit from this free disposal program is aware of the opportunity. Hard copies of the posters are available upon request. Just let me know how many copies you would like and I’ll have them shipped to you asap.

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Residents, officials discuss how to beat youth violence
By Phyllis Moore
Published in News on September 30, 2007 2:05 AM
Gangs have been around for years in Wayne County, says Ronald Benton, who said he "grew up hard" on the streets of Goldsboro years ago.
A "product of the projects," Benton lived in Westhaven until his mother's death when he was 11.
Moving in with his grandmother, who already had a house full, he recalls many a night going to sleep surrounded by elbows and feet in the cramped quarters.
A graduate of Goldsboro High School and now regional consultant for the N.C. Gang Investigators Association with Pitt County Sheriff's Department, Benton welcomes opportunities to talk about the pitfalls of gangs and violence because he's lived it.
"I know how it is to run scared at night through the neighborhood. I have been there," he told the near-capacity crowd at Goldsboro High School Saturday for the Youth Violence Awareness Summit. It was sponsored by Smart Choices for Youth and Wayne County Public Schools.
The six-hour event served as a call to arms for parents and the public to wage war against threats of violence and gang activity in the community.
For Benton's portion of the program, he provided a snapshot of findings from the N.C. Gang Investigators Association regarding gangs in eastern North Carolina.
Rattling off names of the more popular gangs in Wayne County -- Bloods, Crips, MS13, BPL, skinheads and Latin Kings among them -- Benton challenged parents to take up the charge before their children become targets for gang involvement.
"If you hear nothing else, parents, stop being your child's friend. They need a parent," he said.
He encouraged parents to pay attention to any changes in their child's behavior, such as wearing gang colors, getting tattoos, acquiring a new nickname. Other signs include declining grades, truancy, change of friends, suddenly having a large sum of money.
The lure for gang membership centers around a sense of family, protection, respect, but can also be attributed to power, anger, intimidation and peer pressure, Benton said.
What can be done? Keep the lines of communication open, he said, getting to know the child's friends and setting firm limits.
Mayor Al King said what disturbs him is the number of teenagers involved in criminal acts -- drugs, breaking and entering, attempted murder.
"And once they're arrested, they're in a heap of trouble, and it's too late then for all your support agencies to get you out of it," he said.
King's advice to parents, relatives and neighbors? Be nosy.
"If you see something happen, and you know if it's right or wrong, bring it to the parents' attention, (even if) they may not like it," he said.
It's time for a public outcry against the problem, said Daryl Woodard, executive director of Smart Choices for Youth. "I'm committed through our organization and working with Wayne County Public Schools and every entity," he said.
Wayne County Sheriff Carey Winders said he was tired of the killing and seeing young people in jail.
"More of our young people are in jail for one reason -- they associated with the wrong people or they didn't have the guidance at home," he said.
The need for community involvement is imperative, as awareness of the issues surrounding youth violence grows, said Joe Testino, chief court counselor for the 8th Judicial District, which serves Wayne, Lenoir and Greene counties.
"There's many exciting things that are going on across the state that are creating an atmosphere of success for youth. This summit is just one of them," he said, noting that for programs to be successful, though, volunteers are needed.
The school system has also imposed several changes to ensure safety and security, said Chris Barnes, security coordinator. In addition to shoring up the district's relationship with law enforcement agencies, all the high schools have been supplied with metal detectors to prevent weapons being brought into schools, and drug dogs are used to ward off problems in that area.
"We're making changes and new policies to make it safer for learning," he said.
Goldsboro High School Principal Patricia Burden said several options are being offered at the high school to provide other outlets for students, especially in the late afternoon hours between school and the arrival of parents from work.
"We're starting an after school program, offering the opportunity to participate in different activities that they would not normally have the opportunity to participate in because of finances or transportation or because they're not offered close to them," she said. A $10,000 grant from the county commission will make the endeavor possible, she noted.
"We're going to do that this year, hope to start at the end of October, pilot it for nine weeks, evaluate it ... and continue during the second semester."
The bottom line, she said, is that education will always be important. Keeping young people in school is the only way to ensure that happens.
"We cannot assist these students if they're not in school, and I'm not just talking about Goldsboro High School -- any school," she said, which evoked applause from the audience. "There are many outside things in the community that keep them from coming to school."
Ms. Burden said if a teen is charged with a felony, whether or not he is guilty, until the matter is cleared up, he is unable to return to school.
"The best education takes place in the walls of your school, not in a program set up to just help you get by or to help you keep up. They need to be here with the resources that we have."
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February 14, 2013 | by Remel London
I love this boy with a passion! Singer, song-writer , producer and fashionista MNEK has remixed one of the hottest songs out at the moment and added a smooth new vibe!
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BY JASON MOTA
Students who have textbooks they no longer need now have a new, impactful option for getting rid of them. They can donate their books to a social enterprise which helps others both in Canada and around the globe, and takes care of the planet at the same time.
Textbooks for Change, or T4C for short, is a social venture that repurposes used textbooks both for local post-secondary students as well as students in sub-Saharan Africa who don’t have adequate access to good educational materials.
According to their website, the cause has already donated 52,000 books to African universities, but the people behind it have no plans to do anything but further improve and grow its impact.
Textbooks for Change was founded by Chris Janssen, who, in 2012, was a student at the University of Western Ontario. He was trying to come up with an easy way to raise money for the school’s Terry Fox and Shinerama campaigns, when he settled on collecting used textbooks from former students and selling them to current students.
Janssen raised about $500, and decided that his idea deserved further cultivation.
When he taught business at a university in Rwanda, it came to his attention how much students lacked proper learning materials – the libraries were sparse and many students would often have to crowd around a single, photocopied textbook.
So in January 2014, Textbooks for Change was launched by Janssen and his business partner, Tom Hartford, and it has since grown across Ontario and eastern Africa, affecting thousands. They aim to donate a million textbooks to African universities within five years, and the initiative is continuing to spread across the province like wildfire, gunning to reach Ottawa by the end of next year. Ultimately, they intend to grow across all of North America, and donate to even more countries around the world.
Back in April, they installed the first donation drop box at Conestoga’s Doon campus, inside the bookstore beside the checkout desk.
Brady Burke, the marketing director for Textbooks for Change, said even though they’re currently focusing on growing their North American presence, and donate specifically to Ethiopia and Kenya at the moment, the impact is clear to see, and plans for the initiative to expand even further will come with its growth.
“It’s really a community-focused initiative, where we send the textbooks to the libraries (in Africa), and students can access and borrow them for the hour or whatever, and then other students can use them too, so it’s really kind of a cool way to let a bunch of students learn rather than just donating them to an individual student,” said Burke. “Students thought it was an awesome opportunity to access textbooks that they previously didn’t really have the same type of access to.”
Textbooks for Change also hires campus ambassadors at campuses across Ontario. These ambassadors are typically brought on for a year, during which they run joint fundraisers and textbook drives, as well as spread word about the cause around campus to improve awareness of its existence. They do not yet have an ambassador for Conestoga College, but according to Burke, he would love to bring one on board.
For more information about opportunities as an ambassador or about the initiative itself, go to www.textbooksforchange.ca, or email firstname.lastname@example.org.


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Three millenniums ago, business people moved to London to invest. A couple of millenniums ago, smart people moved to New York City due to the business friendliness of the place at that particular time. In the year 2007, Asia took over a millennium down the line. Today, Singapore is the place where the wisest business people are heading to, for incorporation of a private limited company. Singapore has not waited for a millennium to take over the world’s business. A century ago, Singapore was actually a swamp inhabited by half a million individuals. Today, this is the country with the greatest reservation of foreign currency per capita of any country around the globe.
Singapore has got the best health care in the world, and the best education around the globe. In the coming year, Singapore will celebrate 10 decades of modern existence. It has had 50 years of political stability and this has led to numerous economic milestones. This is alongside economic fundamentals like infrastructure, labor policies and legislations, and city-state’s business environment, achieving many accolades within the years. The most notable one is the recognition by World’s Bank as the best country around the globe to do business. This honor has been given to Singapore for seven years now in a row.
Singapore is popular for being one of the busiest ports around the globe. It is a leading oil distribution and refining center, a vibrant financial hub and a manufacturing hub for electronic components in Asia. The world is making entry into a new era and Singapore has not been left behind. This nation is upgrading investments in growth industries that are new including digital and interactive media, green and clean technology and biomedical sciences. Multilateral organizations among them World Bank has ranked Singapore as one of the best and easiest places to invest in, time and again.
The nation’s current entrepreneurial landscape strengths include a vibrant venture capitalist market, ease of starting a business and a pro-business government. There are factors that have made Singapore attractive in business operation for both foreign and local entrepreneurs. This is the reason why you should not be left behind. If you are looking for a place where you can register or extend your services to the world, Singapore is the current global business magnet. Below are some of the compelling reasons to invest and incorporate your company in Singapore.
Attractive Tax System
The tax system of this nation is most rational and the simplest. When it comes to capital gains and dividends from a business, there are no taxes levied. By so doing, this country becomes attractive to entrepreneurs to incorporate or start a business. Double taxation is something that is avoided at all costs in Singapore.
No Currency Controls and 100% Foreign Ownership
In this country, foreigners are allowed to own their entire stock without the need to partner with local shareholders. This ensures that you operate your business with the capital structure type of your desire. You can also distribute the company’s ownership as per your investment needs.
Flexible Immigration Policies
Singapore features an open immigration policy which facilitates the foreign nationals relocation. Therefore, if you need to relocate to Singapore as an entrepreneur or you need to hire foreign professionals, your needs are anticipated by the government. There is also Singapore work visas provision to enhance the entry of foreigners to the country for working purposes.
One thing that is obvious about Singapore is its excellent education system. Students from Singapore receive high scores on global comparative standards and they end up working in the country. Similar excellence is, therefore, reflected in the workplaces. This great country has a reputation of having hardworking, productive, highly educated and rule-following citizens.
Singapore is located in central part of Southeast Asia. This makes it a metaphorical and physical gateway to the 3 billion people on the continent. Considering the most important economies around the globe like Malaysia, Australia, China, and India, you will only take a short plane ride to get there.
Other Important Factors that make Singapore Business Friendly Include;
- Improved infrastructure
- No corruption
- Professional image
- English speaking workforce
- Rule of law
- Ease of incorporation and operation
- Robust economy
- Wage policies
- Grants for Singapore companies
The above are some of the many reasons that show why you should consider having your business incorporated in Singapore. Incorporation of a private limited company in Singapore is easy for foreigners. There are many factors that encourage foreign investments in this country and some of them are those that are discussed above.

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Support College Behind Bars
by Black Concerns Committee
Incarcerated individuals who receive a college education while in prison have improved reentry outcomes.
Higher education is one of the most powerful deterrents to crime and re-incarceration. People who participated in prison education programs while incarcerated had a 43 percent lower chance of returning to prison than those who did not.
Higher education in prison is cost effective. The U.S. Justice Department released findings that show prison education programs save taxpayer dollars and help formerly incarcerated people have a positive impact on their communities.
Higher education in prisons is good for New Yorkers. New York’s program will cost an estimated $5,000 per year per student. NY currently spends $60,000 per year on every incarcerated person.
Higher education in prisons makes sense. Study after study has shown that prison education works: it prevents recidivism and saves taxpayers money.
A documentary series, College Behind Bars, will begin airing on public broadcasting stations on November 25, 2019. Ken Burns is the executive producer. Watch and discuss it with your meeting, family, and friends.


In 1953 Chevrolet introduced the EX-122 Corvette show car at the GM Motorama, at the Waldorf-Astoria hotel in New York. They were using the concept as a gauge to measure interest in a new Chevrolet sports car – the interest from the press and the general public was overwhelming.
Production was approved and the model name “Corvette” stuck with the car, chosen as a reference to the small, maneuverable warship of the same name. For 1953 just 300 were made, and the survivors are hugely collectible today. Chevrolet chose to use the 235 cubic inch Blue Flame inline-6 engine – the more familiar V8 didn’t make an appearance until the 1955 model year with the introduction of the 265 cubic inch unit. The Blue Streak inline-6 is capable of 150 horsepower at 4,200 rpm, thanks in part to its triple Carter side-draft carburettors and factory dual exhausts.
Bucking a common industry trend, the 1953 Corvette looked almost indistinguishable from the EX-122 Corvette concept car. Both utilized fibreglass body construction mounted to an X-frame chassis with the the driver compartment sitting just in front of the rear axle. The suspension used on Chevrolet’s new sports car was the relatively standard double A-arms up front with a live rear axle on dual 4-leaf springs in the rear – the now-famous independent front and rear suspension didn’t come until the second generation Corvettes were released in 1963.
The 1953 Corvette you see here is an older frame-off restoration that’s been refinished in its original Polo White lacquer paint, it also maintains its original Powerglide automatic transmission, optional heater, optional radio, and red steel wheels with whitewall tires. Its chassis number shows that it’s the 204th of the 300 Corvettes built in 1953, and Mecum estimate that it’ll sell for between $200,000 and $235,000 when it crosses the auction block this week. If you’d like to read more about it or register to bid you can click here to visit the official listing.
Articles that Ben has written have been covered on CNN, Popular Mechanics, Smithsonian Magazine, Road & Track Magazine, the official Pinterest blog, the official eBay Motors blog, BuzzFeed, Autoweek Magazine, Wired Magazine, Autoblog, Gear Patrol, Jalopnik, The Verge, and many more.
Silodrome was founded by Ben back in 2010, in the years since the site has grown to become a world leader in the alternative and vintage motoring sector, with well over a million monthly readers from around the world and many hundreds of thousands of followers on social media.


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Ben Stiller Named UN Goodwill Ambassador, Focuses on South American Violence
Funnyman Ben Stiller is getting serious with his new role as UN Goodwill Ambassador.
The comedic actor was named a Goodwill Ambassador by United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), who announced the news on Monday.
In a lighthearted Tweet, Stiller responded to his newly appointed role: “I’m not exactly sure what my credentials are as a Goodwill Ambassador, or who approved it, but somehow I got through.”
Stiller had just concluded a trip with UNHCR to Guatemala, where he met some of the men, women and children from the North of Central America who have been forced to flee their homes because of violence.
Statistics show that 43 of the 50 most homicidal cities on the planet are located in Latin America and the Caribbean.
Organized violence is a major factor as local gangs operate with a large degree of autonomy, using violence to control core territory, impose their will on local inhabitants and carry out extortion.
In recent years, a growing number of people across El Salvador, Guatemala and Honduras have fled this unchecked violence that includes murder, rape, abduction and even the forcible recruitment of children into gangs.
Stiller spent time in Guatemala meeting refugees including unaccompanied children and seeing how UNHCR, with the government and its partners, is working to support and protect them.
“Here in Guatemala, the families, including children, that I met experienced fear and violence back home that is beyond imagination. They are vulnerable and have suffered immensely. They need help,” Stiller commented. “UNHCR is an organization that is working tirelessly all over the world helping men, women and children fleeing war, terror and persecution.”
UNHCR works with governments and partners on the ground in locations all over the world to support and protect refugees and help them build better futures.
The organization continues to call on governments to strengthen global responsibility sharing and solidarity aimed at ensuring safety for families fleeing life-threatening violence and persecution.
Ben Stiller has been supporting UNHCR since early 2016, meeting with refugees in Germany and Jordan. Best known for his role in films like “Dodgeball,” “Zoolander” and “Meet the Parents,” Stiller has played a key role in UNHCR projects including the #withrefugees campaign.


View Full Version : Confused on box Specs:help:
I am in the process of Building A New Ported box for my 2 Rockford Fosgate P312D4 Subs.
I was going by the Spec Sheet and putting it into the WinISD prgram so it will give me Volume and Size for the Box.
So I also checked the Rockford Fosgate website and they were telling me a totally Different Size and Volume.
What should I go by?
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i would say just go with what rockford says.
I was thinking the Same thing but I wanted input from someone else with more experience than I have.
01-05-2005, 05:05 PM
ok, rockford says 1.3ft^3 per sub tuned to 32hz. so with those specs you are up to 2.6cf, and after displacements you will be building a box over 3cf. so if you can spare the room and want somthing else i would say build your box so the subs will be seeing about 2cf each.
4cf for the subs plus displacements your looking at somthing over 5cf i would think. so just make sure you have enough room( also make sure the box will fit through the trunk opening, just because it will fit in the trunk doesnt mean it will get past the tunk opening, i made that mistake once). what kind of car do you have?
It's going in a Pontiac Sunfire.
Thanks for the help on the Box Specs.
01-20-2005, 04:05 PM
no problem, sorry but i have never worked on one of those so i really cant help much for the dimensions, the best way to start it is just go out and measure to see what you can fit.


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Brand new addition to our Red Label Range the Red Label Vale Tudo Shorts have fully sublimated graphics. With a Bytomic jacquard waistband that ensures a comfortable fit and the flat-lock seams create a perfect form fitting fit. The semi stretch material ensure that the shorts move with you and you can move freely.
The Red Label range from Bytomic represents the knowledge, experience and skills we have accumulated in our 30 years working in the martial arts and fitness industry. Designed right here in the UK and made to our usual high standards, every item in the range is built to last with a clean minimal style at an affordable price.
- Comfortable Bytomic Jacquard Waistband
- Flat-lock seams
- Form fitting
- Fully sublimated graphics
- Soft, comfortable, durable and opaque material
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Where do I begin to explain my love for hummus? It’s creamy, it’s nutty, it’s spicy, it’s starchy. What is not to love?
To make this wonderful chickpea dip even better, is that you can easily make it yourself! Just grab a food processor, mix all the ingredients, and you’ll be ready to eat in just 5 minutes!
My favourite thing about hummus, is that it incorporates cumin, which is a typical Middle-Eastern spice and my all-time favourite. Whenever I smell it, I imagine standing in the middle of an Arabic souq, my senses going crazy due to all the beautiful colours I see, the various spices I smell, and the murmur of the many people I hear.Fun fact: The first recorded recipe for hummus has been found in an Egyptian cookbook from the 13th century!
Another ingredient which is particular for Middle-Eastern cuisine, but not yet so familiar in Western kitchens, is tahini. This is a paste made from ground sesame seeds. The word tahini is derived from the verb to grind. It’s a versatile paste, most often used in other recipes. However you could actually serve tahini as a spread or dip as well!As you might know, hummus is actually quite a healthy dish as well! Due to the chickpeas, the dip has a good amount of protein and fiber. The sesame seeds (which is the main ingredient of tahini) contain something called a methionine, which is an animo acid that us humans cannot produce ourselves, thus we have to get it via our food. Also, the sesame seeds actually complement the protein intake of the chickpeas.
Serve the hummus with grilled pita bread, as an accompaniment to falafel or as a dip with veggies. Or why not alongside the delicious Imam Bayildi, or the Bulgursalad
5-Minute Homemade Hummus
- 400 grams of canned chickpeas
- 4 tbsp tahini
- 8 garlic cloves (more or less to your liking)
- 160 ml lemon juice
- 6 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp ground cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- salt and pepper
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- Food processor with the blade attachment
- Place all ingredients in the food processor. Mix until combined.
- Season to taste. Add some more lemon juice if the mixture is too thick.
- Serve with some extra cayenne pepper and fresh parsley (if you’d like)
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I love hummus! I haven’t had it in ages though. I wonder if I can find all the ingredients here to make it on my own.
I hope so!
This sounds so good! I’m going to have to try this soon!
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The most significant conquest of the twentieth century may well have been the triumph of American consumer society over Europe’s bourgeois civilization. It is this little-understood but world-shaking campaign that unfolds in Irresistible Empire, Victoria de Grazia’s brilliant account of how the American standard of living defeated the European way of life and achieved the global cultural hegemony that is both its great strength and its key weakness today.
De Grazia describes how, as America’s market empire advanced with confidence through Europe, spreading consumer-oriented capitalism, all alternative strategies fell before it—first the bourgeois lifestyle, then the Third Reich’s command consumption, and finally the grand experiment of Soviet-style socialist planning. Tracing the peculiar alliance that arrayed New World salesmanship, statecraft, and standardized goods against the Old World’s values of status, craft, and good taste, Victoria de Grazia follows the United States’ market-driven imperialism through a vivid series of cross-Atlantic incursions by the great inventions of American consumer society. We see Rotarians from Duluth in the company of the high bourgeoisie of Dresden; working-class spectators in ramshackle French theaters conversing with Garbo and Bogart; Stetson-hatted entrepreneurs from Kansas in the midst of fussy Milanese shoppers; and, against the backdrop of Rome’s Spanish Steps and Paris’s Opera Comique, Fast Food in a showdown with advocates for Slow Food. Demonstrating the intricacies of America’s advance, de Grazia offers an intimate and historical dimension to debates over America’s exercise of soft power and the process known as Americanization. She raises provocative questions about the quality of the good life, democracy, and peace that issue from the vaunted victory of mass consumer culture.

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Park Ridge Health System and St. Mary's Hospital, both of Rochester, N.Y., last week signed a definitive agreement to form a new healthcare system in the city, consolidating all general acute-care beds at one site and specialty services at another.
The partners have received a $40 million pledge from Daughters of Charity National Health System-East. That capital will be used to pay debt and fund renovations, among other uses.
A new holding company, St. Mary's-Park Ridge System, will oversee operations of the new system. Timothy McCormick, president and chief executive officer of Park Ridge Health System, has been named president and CEO.
Although the deal does not involve a merger of assets, it will require a significant amount of service reconfiguration. Under the plan, specialty services such as rehabilitation and inpatient psychiatric care will be located on St. Mary's campus. Park Ridge Hospital in Rochester will house general medical-surgical beds. The reconfigured system will operate just 263 beds, a reduction of 214.
The Federal Trade Commission has approved the deal, but all revamped services will require state certificate-of-need approval.


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Many believe that pine plant first took its roots in Russia and Austria and gradually spread in different parts of the globe. The tree itself has a sweet but woody scent oozing from it. Pine tree favors varying climatic conditions like dry, cold and thus can survive in several geographical areas. Many parts of this tree are subjected to steam distillation for obtaining its essential oils like twigs, cones, needles etc. This oil is botanically referred to as Pinus Sylvestris. Since the trees of pine are abundantly available the oils extracted are available easily as well as at economical prices.
· The application of pine oil in several aromatherapies as well as massages is quiet common.
· It can easily cure several skin ailments like acne, itching, sores, psoriasis, etc. It also works as a great anti ageing agent, control skin sagging, wrinkles and offers a soft glowing skin.
· It is demanded in the cosmetic industries employed in manufacturing perfumes, soaps, cleansing products etc.
· In instances of food poisoning one may make use of this oil for curing it.
· Being an analgesic this oil can be used in conditions like rheumatism, muscle pains, joint pain, etc. It also controls inflammation and also any redness caused by it.
· They are used in industries manufacturing products like room fresheners, sprays etc.
Constituents – The chemical components present in the pine oils are terpene alcohols that are cyclic in nature, hydrocarbons, esters, ethers etc.
Blends with – The Pine oil blends with many other essential oils like juniper, lavandin, rosemary, cedarwood, labdanum etc.
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|Color & Odor||Colourless to pale yellow|
|Country of Origin||Hungary|
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The hotels here have some incredibly pretty locations. With the Bohinj area having a number of smaller villages, you can choose whether to be closer to the lake, ski area or in a more secluded spot.
Hotel Jezero is on the lakeside, letting you wake up to spectacular views each morning. For access to the cable car, the bus takes about ten minutes. Bohinj Park Hotel rubs shoulders with the national park in Bohinjska Bistrica – about 6.5km from the lake and 11km from the ski area.
Most hotels here come on a half board basis, where you’ll wake up to breakfasts served moments from your room, and come home to prepared suppers at the end of the day.
If you’re wondering what’s on offer elsewhere, check out our Slovenia ski hotels page or search further afield through our main Ski Hotels hub, where advanced filters enable you to sift through 1000’s of properties the world over.
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Travel season is here, and recent figures show that it may be one of the busiest years of travel yet. A recent study by Economist Intelligence, shows that global tourism is expected to rise by 30% in 2023 alone. With a large majority of travel happening during summer, we thought it was the perfect time to reveal some of the biggest pet peeves of hotel staff.
As service staff consultants to some of the biggest hotel groups globally, we’ve heard first hand what many hospitality personnel deem as bad manners. So why does it matter? According to many industry insiders we spoke with, they often prioritize guests with good hotel etiquette and strive to make their experience even better when they see a guest who shows them respect and gratitude. Remember working in hospitality is hard because not only can it be laborious and often include long weekend and evening hours, but also because staff are expected to be courteous at all times (even when they encounter a rude guest).
While the list is long, we narrowed it down to 3 of the most common hotel mistakes guests make, so the next time you take a trip, you can travel knowing you are getting gold stars!
1. Leaving your hotel room like a pigsty (and doing one thing in particular with your linens): If you wouldn’t leave trash laying on the floor, then you shouldn’t do it at a hotel. Avoid leaving food and dirty dishes outside your door to smell the hallways and instead call in-room dining to come clear your trays. Lastly, remember that leaving dirty sheets, towels and linens in the wrong place all are considered bad guest manners too. Instead, leave soiled towels hanging on hooks if possible, and if there are no more hooks free, then in nice neat piles in the bathroom. Don’t leave dirty linens on the carpet or hanging over fabric chairs, where they could leave a wet stain.
2. Not tipping key staff. In most western cultures, tipping hotel staff is a gesture of gratitude and a common courtesy done to show you are satisfied with the good service. We recommend carrying around a small amount of local currency when you are in a hotel to tip staff when and where needed, although there are also usually many opportunities to add more to a credit card bill. From valets and restaurant coat checks to tipping at the end of your stay for housekeeping, knowing who to tip and when will make you a VIP guest.
3. Being Rude (hint: avoid the below list of gestures): Concierge staff, servers, reception staff and management seem to get the brunt of unhappy hotel guests’ complaints. Avoid raising your voice if there is an issue and instead remember to keep your cool and always treat people with kindness and respect. Never ask for attention of staff or servers by snapping, clapping or waving your arms dramatically, all of which can be seen as extremely disrespectful gestures. If you want better service, then make an extra effort to be friendly with staff, show gratitude and learn their names, and you’ll likely be very surprised how much more attention you get!
To read more about the do’s and don’ts of hotel etiquette, check out Travel + Leisure’s article: 7 Most Annoying Hotel Guests- and How to Avoid Being That Person

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CDC Puts New York In Charge of Investigating COVID-Related Syndrome in Kids
Governor Andrew Cuomo says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is putting the New York State Department of Health in charge of investigating cases of a serious inflammatory disease affecting children believed to be associated with COVID-19.
Cuomo says three children in the New York City area have now died after becoming ill and testing positive for the coronavirus.
Last week, the Health Department issued an advisory to inform healthcare providers of the condition called Pediatric Multi-Symptom Inflammatory Syndrome and provide guidance for testing and reporting.
New York Health Commissioner Doctor Howard Zucker says most children with COVID-19 have mild symptoms but a few have had the dangerous inflammatory syndrome develop. A possible link between the coronavirus and the syndrome has been reported in the United Kingdom.
Features can overlap with Kawasaki disease and toxic shock syndrome and occur days or weeks after an acute COVID-19 illness in children. Symptoms include a persistent fever, abdominal symptoms, rash and even heart issues.
The Governor over the weekend cautioned parents to be on the lookout for high fever lasting several days, vomiting, diarrhea, chest pain and a change in the color of the skin and seek medical advice. The state is currently investigating 85 cases of the syndrome that does not present in the same way as COVID-19.
Cuomo says the surfacing of the condition is especially alarming since the early stages of the pandemic indicated children were less likely to become critically ill.
The syndrome appears to be targeting primarily school-aged children.
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In case you’re interested in learning how much you suck at US state geography, here’s a game to help. The goal is to match up states on the blank country map, and you end with an average error in miles. I did not do well. [via kottke]
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Burger Place Geography
After looking at pizza places, coffee, and grocery stores, I had to look at burger chains across the country. The data was just sitting there.


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Embracer buys intellectual property from The Hobbit and Lord of the Rings
The Embracer Group, the company that owns TQH Nordic, which published games like Darksiders III, has announced the purchase of Middle-earth Entrerprises. The company owns the rights to The Hobbit and The Lord of the Rings.
With the acquisition, Embracer acquires the worldwide intellectual property and rights to films, games, board games, merchandising, theme parks and theatrical productions related to Tolkien’s universe.
The deal also includes the possibility to use the literary works of The Lord Rings and The Hobbit and other Middle-earth-related productions from the Tolkien Estate and HarperCollins.
“I am really excited to have The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit, two of the most epic fantasy franchises in the world, join the Embracer family, opening up more transmedia opportunities,” said Lars Wingefors, Founder and CEO of the Embracer Group.
“We could not be more excited that Embracer is now taking responsibility and we are confident that the group will take [a franquia] to new heights and dimensions while maintaining homage to the spirit of these great literary works,” said Marty Glick, COO of The Saul Zaentz Company, the company that owned Middle-earth Entrerprises.
According to the Embracer Group, the purchase of the rights to the Lord of the Rings was around 8.2 billion Swedish kronor, which gives about US$ 770 million (almost R$ 4 billion at the current price).
The Embracer Group has made several acquisitions in recent years. In May 2022, the giant announced the purchase of Crystal Dynamics, Eidos-Montreal and Square Enix Montreal, all of which were from Square Enix.
Last year, purchases from 3D Realms (responsible for the Duke Nukem series games), Ghost Ship Games (from Deep Rock Galactic) and Gearbox (responsible for Borderlands) had already been announced.


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We get a lot of emails at Frankie Flowers asking about when is it safe to plant outdoors, but it all depends on the type of plant. Trees and Shrubs can be usually be planted when the ground has thawed. Perennials are best planted in the first year after the risk of heavy frost has passed, and they will be fine each year after that, as perennials overwinter and grow back each spring.
Annuals and vegetables are a different story. Annuals cannot survive the winter, so they only live for one growing season. There are a few perennial vegetables, but most are annuals too, meaning they won't come back year after year. Some annuals and vegetables can take heavy frost, some can take light frost, and some will die if even a light frost touches their tender leaves. How do you know which is which? We have put together a list of common annual flowers and vegetables, and when they can be planted outdoors.
You can check your last frost date here.
Can be planted 4-6 weeks before last frost date
Vegetables: Asparagus, Collards, Endive, Kale, Kohlrabi, Lettuce, Onion, Parsley, Pea, Rhubarb, Spinach, Turnip
Flowers (Annuals): Pansy, Primrose/Primula, Violas, Ornamental Kale, Ornamental Cabbage, Hardy Chrysanthemum, Cordyline, Dracaena (spikes), Marguerite Daisy, Nemesia, Osteospermum, Snapdragon
Bulbs: Daffodil/Narcissus, Hyacinth, Crocus, Allium, Tulips
Can take a bit of light frost, can be planted 2-3 weeks before last frost date
Vegetables: Beet, Broccoli, Brussel Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrot, Cauliflower, Celeriac, Celery, Chard, Radish, Parsnip
Flowers (Annuals): Calendula, Stock, Sweet Pea, Dusty Miller, Geraniums, Petunia, Victoria Sage, Verbena, Cosmos, Gazania, Calibrachoa
Tender/ Frost Intolerant
Plant after last frost date, protect if a late frost hits after planting
Vegetables: Sweet corn, Tomatoes, Peppers, Cucumber, Okra, Eggplant, Summer and Winter Squash, Watermelon, Pumpkin
Flowers (Annuals): Nicotiana, Statice, Lobelia (annual), impatiens, Rock Moss/Portulaca, Marigold, Zinnia, Annual Phlox, Begonia, Ageratum, Celosia, Coleus, Potato Vine
Bulbs: Gladiolas, Dahlia, Calla Lilies

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CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The Better Business Bureau Scam Tracker has found in the first quarter of the year, employment scams have doubled, and money loss increased substantially.
Katie Galan with the BBB said this type of scam is dangerous.
“There’s not only the potential to lose money, but there’s also the big potential to have your identity compromised,” Galan said.
In most cases, scammers will make contact through email, claiming to represent a made-up or impersonated company.
“They’re offering these jobs and reaching out to people saying it’s a work-from-home positions as an after-hours job,” Galan said.
Often, the interview will be conducted entirely through text with no voice or video call and finishes with an immediate job offer starting the very next day.
Branch Seevers at Workforce Solutions knows there are jobs out there that are not legitimate.
“Most of the time I would find a job by coming to Workforce Solutions. By using the resources, the computer network and doing it myself,” Seevers said.
Seevers tells us if it’s too good to be true, it probably is.
“Be it education, experience, or whatever it may be. Without the knowledge and the skills that they’re asking for, your kind of sunk without going forward,” Seevers explained.
As more people consider applying for a job, Galan advises applicants to do their research.
“We want people to be careful and do their research on the front end before making any moves or hand over any money,” Galan said.
Avoiding Employment Scams
Evaluate work-from-home opportunities. The transition to remote work has created many opportunities for legitimate and fraudulent businesses. While many work-from-home job openings are honest, it is essential to critically evaluate the hiring process of any company offering this type of employment. Be wary of companies that require the applicant to download a specific mobile app to communicate, conduct the entirety of the interview through text or chat, or do not provide a physical address for the business.
Verify contact details. BBB recommends verifying that the address provided matches the business and that the phone number is in service. It is common for scammers to use addresses for vacant lots or other companies and a phone number that is either fabricated or not in service. At a minimum, verify that at least two contact methods will get you in touch with company representatives.


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UMass Med School Professor Lands Spot on TIME’s “Most Influential” List
Every year, TIME magazine releases a list of the world’s most influential individuals. Over the past ten years, the magazine has recognized a diverse collection of scientists, artists, philosophers, and world leaders who have proven to have a profound impact on the world. This year’s list highlighted the skills and achievements of an equally accomplished and eclectic group including Vice President Joe Biden, Steven Spielberg, Sheryl Sandberg, and one of UMass Medical’s own, Dr. Katherine Luzuriaga. UMass Medical School is an NEC member.
Dr. Katherine Luzuriaga, a professor of pediatrics and medicine at the Worcester-based medical school, was recognized for reporting the first case of a “functional cure” in an HIV-infected infant. Luzuriaga has demonstrated a steadfast dedication to pediatric HIV/AIDS research throughout her distinguished career. The results her team yielded most recently have provided a basis for future research and encourage others in the field who work tirelessly to one day eliminate cases of HIV amongst children and pregnant women worldwide.
“We are honored and humbled that our work has been considered influential,” said Luzuriaga. “Our hope is that this will help to communicate the power and potential of scientific investigation for optimizing health outcomes for children. This work has benefitted from the strong scientific community here at UMass Medical School, as well as the work of numerous colleagues around the world. Together, we are committed to eradicating pediatric HIV infection and improving child health globally.”
The New England Council congratulates Dr. Luzuriaga and her team on their remarkable discovery and significant impact on the field of pediatric medicine! The Council also applauds UMass Medical School for their continued support of such ground-breaking research.
To learn more about Dr. Katherine Luzuriaga and see TIME Magazine’s complete list of influential individuals, please click here .

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The Dollyrots have released their annual song for the Holidays, this time they've cut a New Year's anthem, a spankin'…
Zebrahead – MFZB
MFZB - Columbia Records
It’s been three years since we last heard new material from Zebrahead. In that time they wrote and recorded 90 songs; they then carefully went through them and picked the best 16 songs (15 and one bonus) and mixed them together to create MZFB. The band obviously put some major thought into their choices for tracks; as their latest album demonstrates the growth and skill that this unique group possesses.
Zebrahead is well known for their special blend of pop-punk and rap like vocals. Their latest efforts does not teeter away from that in anyway, they keep their same sound: catchy vocals (be it in rap form by Ali Tabatabaee or pop-punk/punk from by Justin Mauriello) supported by catchy guitar riffs, pummeling rhythms, amazing chords, great hooks all backed up by the great drumming styles of Ed Udhus.
The major difference between this release and their 2000 release (Playmate Of The Year) is the simple maturity in the lyrics. Before they sung about playboy magazine and troubled teen-age years. Now they sing about betrayal, domestic troubles and relationship problems.
One added bonus on the album is the 15th track, Dear You (Far Away). Which is the band’s first acoustic track. The song is done very effectively and is a perfect way to end the energizing album. It’s smooth, soft, catchy and just plain relaxing. But don’t worry, they haven’t mellowed out at all. The songs are still fast paced, high energy, foot taping songs which gets your heart beating. Songs like Alone, Strength andRescue Me all provide you with a certain amount of energy.
This album is definitely worth picking up. You can listen to it over and over again with it never gotten repetitive or boresome. It will be gracing the top 10 list of many reviewers at the end of the year.


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What is ‘legally drunk’ in Arizona?
In Arizona there is no safe drinking level for driver under the age of 21 years, it is therefore illegal to drink under the influence of alcohol for drivers under 21 years old. Non-commercial drivers above 21 years old are considered to be legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is more than .08. On the other hand drivers of commercial vehicles are considered to be legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is more than .04. It is important to note that school bus drivers are commercial drivers under Arizona law.
- Non-commercial drivers age 21+ are considered legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is determined to be .08 or more.
- Commercial vehicle drivers are legally drunk when their blood alcohol level is determined to be .04 percent or greater. In Arizona and according to Arizona law, school bus drivers are considered commercial drivers.
- In Arizona if anyone under 21 drives while there is any liquor in the person’s body it is illegal. Under Arizona law, the offense of “underage drinking and driving” may be committed without any evidence or presumption of “impaired” driving. If an 18, 19, or 20-year old driver has a blood alcohol level of .08 or greater, that driver may be charged with DUI and underage DWI.
Arizona Drunk Driving Penalties
First time DUI offenders face imprisonment for at least 10 days, a fine of at least $250, in addition, the offender will have to pay $1,000 to be deposited in the state general fund and the prison construction and operations fund. The suspension period for the offender’s driver’s license is at least 3 months.
For second time offenders within two months of the previous conviction, they face imprisonment of at least 3 months, pay a fine of at least $500 and additional assessments fee of up to $5,000, and the revocation period for the offender’s driver’s license is one year. After the offender’s license is reinstated, he/she will be required to equip his/her vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
For third time offenders and subsequent offences within a three month period, the offender is subjected to “aggravated driving while under the influence” law. The offender will face 2 ½ years in prison, a fine of at least $750 and an additional assessments fee of $1,750. Furthermore, it is mandatory for the offender to attend an alcohol education or treatment program; the revocation period for the offender’s driver’s license is three years. After the offender’s license is reinstated, he/she will be required to equip his/her vehicle with a certified ignition interlock device.
The Point System in Arizona
The Arizona Motor Vehicle Division (MVD) assesse points against your driving record every time you are convicted of any violation, or forfeit bail for a moving violation. For a DUI conviction you get 8 points. Different violations carry different points; however some violations have such high value that they immediately invalidate your license.

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Shannon Aspin death: CCTV images released of Blackburn teen hours before she suffered fractured skull
CCTV images capturing a Blackburn teenager hours before she suffered a fractured skull have been issued by detectives investigating her death.
Shannon Aspin, 17, died at the Royal Preston Hospital last Tuesday, four days after being found in a house in Blackburn with the serious head injury.
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A post mortem examination looking into the cause of the popular teen’s death was carried out last week, but police have declined to release the results as they continue to investigate how Shannon came about her injuries.
The CCTV footage from Thursday, July 28, shows Shannon walking from an address in Rutland Close, Clayton-le-Moors on to Whalley Road towards the junction with Burnley Road and then back down past Sparth House and Wilsons playing fields.
Detectives, who have witnessed a fresh witness appeal, said she then continued towards Knightingales Garage in Great Harwood.
Officers said Shannon was seen arguing with a man, who was wearing a high visibility top, at various points throughout her journey.
Later on the same night at 8.20pm she was found in a house in St Gabriel’s Avenue, Blackburn with a fractured skull.
Detective Inspector Julie Cross said: “Our investigation into Shannon’s death remains ongoing and we have released these new images of her on the night she sustained her injury in an attempt to establish exactly what happened.
“If anyone has any information at all which could help us ascertain exactly how this young girl sustained a fatal injury, I would urge them to come forward.
“If you saw Shannon at any point on the night she was admitted to hospital then please do get in touch with us as soon as possible.
“Even the smallest piece of information you might have could greatly assist with our enquiries.”
An inquest was due to open on Tuesday but that has been adjourned to a later date.
A 21-year-old man from Blackburn who was arrested on suspicion of assault and has been released on bail pending further enquiries until October 21.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police on 101, quoting log 1351 of 28th July.


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The BenchMark Wireline compensating sheave is a heavy-duty wireline cable-handling device that is part of the wave motion compensating system used on offshore rigs and platforms.
Wave motion experienced on offshore platforms requires specialized systems designed to compensate for the movement. The compensating sheave handles the connection
between the deck and the marine riser. The wire/cable to which the logging tools are attached are also connected to the compensating sheave.
BenchMark Wireline compensating sheaves are purpose-built to match a platform’s wave motion compensator. The large cross tee is designed to fit inside a platform’s compensator block.
The swivel block rotates a full 360°. A locking pin safely holds the block in a stationary position to allow entry of 25mm wire rope.
During design every aspect is carefully considered to reduce weight and maximize the ease of handling the unit.
The compensating sheave is manufactured to comply with all pertinent regulations.
All compensating sheaves are fully tested before shipping.
• SWL (Safe Workload) 17.92 tons
• SWL lower lug 9 tons
• SWL cat line lug 0.5 tons
• Sheave dimensions
• Length 4 ft 8 in
• Width 1 ft 8 in
• Depth 8 in
Purpose-built shipping boxes are provided for BenchMark Wireline compensating sheaves. Boxes are heavy-duty steel construction that can be moved by fork trucks or lifted by crane. The shipping box is certified DNV 2.7-1.
Boxes have corrosion-resistant paint and hardware. These water-tight units have rubber seals and high security locks. Heavy-Duty wood frames are fabricated to hold the sheaves securely in place. The boxes are well-suited for both transport and storage.
Transit box details for sheave grooved for 15/32” or .472 slammer cable
• Length 2135 mm
• Width 955 mm
• Height 700 mm
• Tare Weight 750 kg
• Gross Weight 1500 kg


Re: water out of the tender for fire hoses
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Allen Cain wrote:
"These employ the venture effect to syphon water from the tender into theboiler by passing steam thru the venture throat which develops the suction
pressure to move the water."
Mere siphon is not enough. The pressure of the water entering the boiler
must exceed that of the steam pressure inside the boiler.
The kinetic energy of the siphon steam, condensing when
introduced to the "cold" feedwater, such that the mass of
the feed water, together with the exhaust steam will
open the check valve against the force of the boiler pressure.
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Four Varieties of Brewers’ Hops
We carry the mighty Humulus lupulus, friend of craft and home brewers alike. AlphaAroma – high yields, dual-purpose; Cascade – low bittering, great for trellis; Centennial – depth of bitterness, forward aroma; Chinook – high in alpha acid, smoky.
95 Combo Pot Varieties
Demonstrating great value and ease of care for beginners, our many combo pots throw the colour around. Each pot is a vibrant mix of flower varieties that will last through the whole season. We carry Confetti Garden®, Kwik™, MixMasters™ and Trixi.®
An ever-changing variety of seasonal tropicals and succulents are available in fall and winter
A splash of colour – white, pink, red, yellow, bronze and yellow/orange – as summer gardens are finishing
Black Mission Figs
Sweet and juicy, they fruit in the first season – harvest when they are dark and soft to the touch
Truly Tiny Bananas
The smallest edible-fruit banana, it’s a great foliage plant for containers
You’ll love our uniquely-arranged baskets, great in sun or shade (sorry, no custom orders)
Have fresh herbs all season with an easy to setup and care for herb garden. We stock multiple varieties of basil, bay leaf, catnip, chives, cilantro, cumin, curry, dill, fennel, lemongrass, mint, oregano, parsley, rosemary, rue, sage, sorrel, stevia, tarragon and thyme.
Dirt n’ Grow™ Evolve™ Organic Fertilizers
Manitoba-made with 84% digested organic matter, they’re a concentrated, easy water mix with no salts build-up in your pots
We also carry a full line of soils, pots and gardening hardware – everything you need to have a great growing season
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Lauren Conrad Lc gold tone simulated pearl cluster & knot long station necklace
Unique knot accents and clusters of simulated pearls adorn this long station necklace, making it a must-have accessory. Necklace Details:
- Length: 36 in.
- Clasp: safety
- Metal: gold tone
- Stones: simulated pearl
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The Briar Cliff women’s basketball team knocked off its second ranked opponent in as many days Saturday afternoon as they took down #18 Olivet Nazarene 84-78 in Chicago.
The Chargers led from start to finish but did let the Tigers come within three in the fourth quarter before pulling away for the win. Taylor Vasa scored the first basket of the game on her way to six points and 14 rebounds on the day. Logan Ehlers scored a career high 25 points and Alyssa Carley added 23 to lead BC. Ehlers also pulled down 13 rebounds. Anna Reifenrath and Taylor Wagner each chipped in 10 points. The Chargers shot 46% from the field, 39% from three-point range and 79% from the free throw line.
Jess Learned scored 15 points for Olivet Nararene. The Tigers were just 25-89 (28%) in field goal shooting, 11-53 in three-pointers (20%) and 17-23 from the charity stripe (74%).
BC held the edge in rebounds (61-46) and blocks (7-2). The Tigers had the advantage in steals with 19, compared to 16 for the Blue and Gold.
Briar Cliff is now 3-0 on the season and the Tigers fall to 0-3. The Chargers will be back in action Wednesday as they travel to #16 Jamestown for the first GPAC matchup of the season. That game is scheduled to tip-off at 6:00 p.m.

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WHY SAVE THE TICK?
Any tick can transmit a disease.
It doesn't matter how big it is, or how long it has been attached.
Tick testing is reliable, affordable, and fast.
Tick-borne disease testing for humans (especially Lyme Disease) is unreliable, expensive, and it can take weeks for results.
By saving and testing individual ticks, we are able to detect whether the tick itself carries the certain pathogens, helping with early detection and proactive treatment regimen.
Treating a tick-borne disease in it's early stages is vital to healing properly. Undiagnosed and/or untreated tick-borne illness can lead to a lifetime of debilitating health issues.
Determining whether your tick was infected provides you the opportunity for your physician (or veterinarian) to offer lab-based confirmation services or recommend a proactive treatment regimen.
Tick testing is not a substitute for physician diagnosis of disease but it can be a useful aid in deciding whether or not to treat in the absence of disease symptoms. Tick testing results can often be returned to you within 72 hours.
Remember, that just because the tick may test positive does not mean that the pathogen was transmitted.
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Administrative Supervisor - Nursing Administration
At UMass Memorial Health Care, Everyone is a Caregiver regardless of title. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health care system of Central and Western Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 14,000 employees, working together as one health care system. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, everyday.
Requisition #: 192633
Title: Supervisor, Administrative
Hours: As Needed
Location: UMass Memorial Medical Center – Memorial Campus
8 hours during the week 12 hours &a to 7p on weekends and holidays
Acts as a resource to the nursing staff throughout the hospital. Has full authority to make decisions regarding nursing practice as outlined in the Nursing Practice Acts of Massachusetts within the framework of established unit, department, and hospital policies. Has authority, in emergency situations, to make decisions of a broader scope within this framework as a member of hospital administration; is able to assume responsibility and utilize additional resources available on call as needed.
Management Nursing Supervisor experience preferred
BSN required; MSN preferred. Current registration to practice nursing in Massachusetts. 2–4 years’ current experience in an acute care/tertiary care facility. Sound knowledge of current general nursing theories and techniques. Knowledge of current management principles and 2–3 years in nursing management.
- Facilitates implementation of the nursing process by providing support and direction and by acting as the clinical and administrative resource person. In emergency situations assumes operational administrative authority.
- Oversees and coordinates the work of nursing personnel in the absence of the responsible nurse manager or clinical director/associate director of nursing. Assumes responsibility for in coming sick calls and notification of units as required. Assigns/reassigns nursing personnel including critical care and acute care float personnel according to patient acuity/staffing changes. Anticipates patient care needs on the following shifts and takes appropriate action to meet those needs. Directs nursing staff to appropriate resource personnel for management of patient care problems.
- Assigns one–on–one Observation Assistants and maintains an up to date list of patients requiring one–on–one observation (University Campus).
- Utilizes non–nursing, on call, personnel as appropriate (Memorial Campus).
- Responsible for bed management/admission process in the absence of the admission controller and in conjunction with UMMHC, physicians, Life flight, outlying/affiliated health care systems and the admissions department.
Standards of Respect:
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial – for our patients and for each other. We’re expecting that our new caregivers practice our six Standards of Respect: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind, to help us make respect a part of how we take care of business everyday.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at email@example.com. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.