HCG works with our clients’ congressional delegations to secure funding for transportation priorities through the authorization process and competitive grants. In addition, we have worked to influence essential policy improvements to meet our clients’ needs. Understanding the complex nature of large-scale transportation projects is one of our specialties. We are able to take our knowledge of the federal agencies and experience with the legislative process, to develop specific, concrete funding strategies for large-scale projects.
Ron Hamm and William Hanka have together worked for the City of Cincinnati since 2004. During this time they have successfully helped lead the City to $121.6 million in federal funds and public/private partnerships to spur economic development. For example, starting in 2010, we worked with the City to create a funding strategy for the initial $148 million, 3.6-mile downtown Cincinnati Streetcar Project, which garnered $45,178,278 in federal funds.
Ron Hamm and his strategic partner, Leslie Mozingo of Strategics, worked with City officials on an advocacy strategy and securing congressional support for the City’s TIGER grant application that resulted in an award of $14.9 million for the project. We also worked with the congressional delegation and Department of Transportation to secure a meeting with the U.S. DOT Secretary for the City and County Mayors to brief the Secretary on the project, which creates a low-cost transportation option for the local community, and enhances mobility that boost opportunities for local economic development. Existing infrastructure is being brought into a state of good repair and access has been improved for citizens with disabilities with the federal and local investments. Finally, the Main Street to Main Street Multimodal Connector project provides a safe pathway for bicyclists and pedestrians who previously had no safe options for crossing the Mississippi River. The TIGER grant is being combined with matching investments from Memphis, West Memphis, the surrounding counties, the states of Tennessee and Arkansas, and private entities.
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On 24 March, PETA India and Vegans of Gujarat’s “Lettuce Ladies” took to the streets of Gandhinagar in dresses made of vegetables in the lead up to the G20 Environment and Climate Sustainability Working Group, which will meet in the city from 27 to 29 March. The trio urged passers-by that going vegan is the single most effective way individuals can slash their carbon footprint, combat deforestation, and reduce pollution. Vegans are vegetarians who are also dairy-free and eat wholly plant-based foods.
According to the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, meat, egg, and dairy production is responsible for approximately 18%, or nearly one-fifth, of human-induced greenhouse gas emissions. And according to the University of Oxford, eating vegan can reduce an individual’s food-related carbon footprint by up to 73%. Vegan foods – such as fruits and vegetables, whole grains, beans, peas, nuts, and lentils – also require less energy, land, and water to produce.Of course, vegan eating helps animals, too. As PETA India reveals in its video exposé “Glass Walls”, chickens used for eggs are confined to cages so small they cannot even spread a wing. Cows and buffaloes are crammed into vehicles in such large numbers that their bones often break before they’re dragged off to the slaughterhouse, and pigs are stabbed in the heart as they scream. On the decks of fishing boats, fish suffocate or are cut open while they’re still alive. Newborn male chicks are ground up, burned, or buried alive in the egg industry since they cannot lay eggs, while male calves in the dairy industry are commonly abandoned, left to starve, or killed since they cannot produce milk.
If we don’t stop consuming meat, eggs, and dairy, the planet won’t stand a chance and neither will we.

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The forest draws me in with a bear hug of evergreen
branches heavy with deep roots.
Purple flowers carpet earth at dusk,
star specks twinkle silently.
To grieve something willingly lost is a lonely path
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Douglas firs relax my knotted shoulders,
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I can finally hear my own small voice
and I want to stay here
like staying after church with God to linger
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Hi I am 20 years old and my gums are black on upper side. Is it create any problem in future? I brush twice a day.
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IN SCOUTING’S BEST INTEREST: Local reaction to Boy Scouts’ policy vote
JACKSON HOLE, WYO – “A week before the vote I would have told you, ‘It’ll never pass,’” Clarke Farrer said of the historic policy vote that took place in Grapevine, Texas on May 23. Farrer is the...
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Dive into the festive spirit with this visually stunning and deliciously indulgent Red, White, and Blue Ice-Cream Cake! Perfect for celebrating national holidays, summer gatherings, or any occasion that calls for a burst of patriotic flair, this dessert combines the creamy delight of ice cream with the soft, sweet base of a classic white cake. Follow this step-by-step guide to create a show-stopping centerpiece that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: 2 pints, softened
- Strawberry Ice Cream: 2 pints, softened
- Blueberry Ice Cream: 2 pints, softened
- Favorite White Cake Mix: 1 box (plus required ingredients)
- Whipped Cream: for topping
- Fresh Strawberries and Blueberries: for garnish
- Red, White, and Blue Sprinkles: for decoration
Prepare the Cake Layer
- Bake the white cake according to package instructions in a round pan that matches the size of your serving dish. Allow it to cool completely.
Assemble the Ice Cream Layers
- Line a similar-sized bowl with plastic wrap, leaving overhangs for easy removal.
- Spread the softened strawberry ice cream as the bottom layer. Freeze until firm, about 1 hour.
- Continue with a layer of vanilla ice cream, followed by blueberry ice cream, freezing in between layers until each is firm.
Combine Cake and Ice Cream
- Once the cake is cool and the ice cream layers are set, place the cake on your serving plate.
- Invert the ice cream from the bowl onto the cake layer, carefully peeling away the plastic wrap.
- Cover the cake with whipped cream, ensuring a smooth and even layer.
- Decorate with fresh strawberries, blueberries, and a generous sprinkle of red, white, and blue sprinkles for that patriotic look.
- Freeze the entire cake for at least 4 hours or until firm and ready to serve.
- Before serving, let the cake sit at room temperature for a few minutes to make slicing easier.
Serve and Enjoy!
Cut into this festive cake to reveal the beautiful layers of red, white, and blue, perfectly complemented by the freshness of berries and the sweet crunch of sprinkles. It’s a dessert that promises not just a feast for the taste buds but a celebration of moments together.
Perfecting Your Ice-Cream Cake
Layering Tips: For smooth layers, ensure each ice cream layer is evenly spread and fully firm before adding the next layer. This prevents the colors from blending and maintains distinct layers.
Serving Suggestions: Use a hot knife (dipped in warm water and then dried) to cut clean slices. Serve immediately after cutting for the best texture and to prevent melting.
- Can I use homemade ice cream for this recipe?
- Absolutely! Homemade ice cream can be used for a more personalized touch. Just make sure it’s softened enough to spread easily.
- How long can this ice-cream cake be stored in the freezer?
- This cake can be stored in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Cover it with plastic wrap or in an airtight container to prevent freezer burn.
- Can I substitute the white cake mix for another flavor?
- Yes, you can use any cake flavor that complements the ice cream layers. However, a white cake offers a neutral base that highlights the ice cream colors well.
- What’s the best way to soften the ice cream for layering?
- Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes until it’s easy to spread but not completely melted.
This Red, White, and Blue Ice-Cream Cake not only stands out with its vibrant layers but also offers a cool, creamy treat that’s bound to be the highlight of any celebration. Whether it’s a Fourth of July party, a Memorial Day gathering, or just a special treat for a summer day, this ice-cream cake brings together the best of both worlds—ice cream and cake—in one spectacular dessert. Enjoy crafting this delightful cake that’s sure to bring smiles and a burst of patriotic pride to your table.


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What chain restaurant serves the worst food?
One of the worst meals I’ve ever had in my life was in an Olive Garden. I generally try to avoid all fast food and chain restaurants, but I was traveling and I was hungry and options were limited. Now, I know better that sometimes, it’s preferrable to be hungry.
Come the Mad Max afterscape, Olive Gardens wll be low on my list of places to plunder.
(This weekend’s question comes from the conversation-starting game Table Topics: Not Your Mom’s Dinner Party Edition [Amazon U.S.].)
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The M400 Switchblade brings a whole new level of performance to the M400 product family. Utilizing the uniquely designed ambidextrous bolt catch and release lever the M400 Switchblade gives you unmatched flexibility and capability. It features an 11.5 barrel and Magpul’s BSL brace for maximum performance and control, it also features full ambi controls, twin locking clamp handguard, Match grade flatblade trigger and a Cerakote Titanium finish. The M400 Switchblade, the ultimate M400 pistol.
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This document outlines the French Health Ministry’s strategy for managing the needs of people older than 70 in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Firstly, they intend for regional Health Ministries, which are the main entities aiming to stop the spread of the virus, to create a sub-section dedicated to older people. They also have enhanced prevention measures in care homes, and have organised and strengthened older people’s access to healthcare. In addition, there are guidelines on the hospitalization of older people during the crisis, and on managing death and bereavement. Furthermore, they explain the need for expanding staff numbers in residential care. Finally, the document explains how to help carers and healthcare workers make decisions, and look after their mental health.
Stratégie de prise en charge des personnes âgées en établissements et à domicile dans le cadre de la gestion de l’épidemie de Covid-19. Paris, Ministère des Solidarités et de la Santé, 2020, 9 p.
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Historically, grasslands occurred across one-third of Arizona—over 24 million acres. They provide unique wildlife habitat and form the headwaters of ecologically-important rivers such as the Verde and San Pedro.Photo Credit: Gita Bodner/TNC
Around the world, grassland systems have great social, economic, and ecological value. Grasslands in Arizona have changed considerably over the last 130 years. Based on a recent state-wide assessment,
These data may underestimate the extent of grassland change, particularly for grasslands imbedded within pinyon-juniper woodland and ponderosa pine forest, two areas not covered by our study but for which there has been considerable encroachment by trees.
Arizona’s grasslands are part of a large and diverse network of grasslands found throughout the southwestern U.S. and northern Mexico. Semi-desert grasslands in central and southeastern Arizona extend into New Mexico and Sonora, Mexico. Grasslands in northern Arizona share affinities with those found in the Great Basin and on the Colorado Plateau in Utah, Colorado, and New Mexico. Finally, high elevation grasslands – those in alpine areas and meadows interspersed within our conifer forests – are found throughout most of the mountain ranges of northern Arizona and New Mexico.
To better understand the extent and condition of southwestern grasslands, we initiated several studies to map and classify the status of grasslands across Arizona, southwestern New Mexico, and northern Sonora, Mexico. The study was done in two phases, first as part of our ecoregional assessment for the Apache Highlands Ecoregion and, second, as part of an assessment the Bureau of Land Management’s Fire Management Plans.
Those studies, along with a GIS data set containing the results of our state-wide grassland assessment, can be downloaded from this page. For more information on grassland studies see our page on Adaptive Management at the BLM’s Las Ciénegas National Conservation Area.
Our grassland assessment was completed with assistance from subject experts within:
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- STREET FURNITURE
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Eyes On Studies
It’s often said, “Seeing is believing.” In that case, new research conducted by Perception Research Services for MallScape offers an indisputable view of what this new medium delivers for advertisers.
Over 100 shoppers at one of the largest malls in the country, Roosevelt Field, participated in this unique study. They wore special “eyeglasses” that recorded virtually everything they saw while shopping. Shoppers were asked to participate in a study of their shopping experience and had no knowledge of the intent to examine how often they looked at MallScape advertising. Analysis of 53 video-taped hours of their shopping experiences, including the equivalent of more than 24 hours of nonstop walking in the common areas of the mall revealed outstanding results.
- A MallScape network (i.e., 10 ad faces) generates an average of 5.8 exposures per shopper each time he or she visits the mall
- Shoppers see 99 MallScape ads during an average visit to the mall
- Shoppers in common areas of the mall see a MallScape ad every 25 seconds
- 100% of shoppers in common areas of the mall see MallScape advertising
Furthermore, with this study, MallScape goes beyond traditional media's standard audience definition based on merely the "opportunity to see" advertising. MallScape, in fact, is the first medium to present its audience and corresponding CPMs to advertisers based on observed "Eyes-On" exposure to the advertising.
Mallscape is likely to. . .
“Inform Me About New Products and Remind Me About Others I Am Familiar With”
When asked to consider the advertising they saw during their visit to the mall today, 77% said MallScape is likely to inform them about new products that might be of interest to them. And 80% responded MallScape is likely to remind them about products they “are familiar with and might buy either while in the mall or later.”
Overwhelming approval for mallscape in “my mall”
98% of all mall shoppers who expressed an opinion agreed that MallScape was “a welcome and appropriate addition” to Roosevelt Field. And when probed as to why they wanted MallScape structures in their mall, they responded with a broad range of reasons, including showing different things that are available to buy and making the mall look more attractive.
Real Time Measurement reveals breakthrough CPMs
Virtually every medium reports its audience in terms of “opportunities to see” advertising. Every medium, that is, except MallScape. This new landmark research allows JCDecaux to provide advertisers with “Eyes On” audience measurement of ads seen! For other media, the difference between “Opportunities To See” and actual “Eyes-On” exposure is greater than 25% of the reported audience. Comparing “Eyes-On” audience-based CPM’s by medium reveals MallScape’s truly outstanding value – including a 48% efficiency advantage vs. Outdoor.
Please refer to the document on the right to download the full findings.


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Taipei Bike ShareComments
by Byron on Jun 17, 2011 at 5:03 PM
Since we were here last Taipei, has a bike share near Taipei 101.
The bikes are used to get around the business district, like the Boris Bikes in London.
I looked for and didn’t see the Robot by the River Path.


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Indie films The Farewell, Uncut Gems, The Lighthouse, Booksmart and See You Yesterday, along with Give Me Liberty, American Factory won awards at the 35th Film Independent Spirit Awards ceremony.
The Lighthouse and Uncut Gems lead the nominations for the 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards with 5 nominations each, followed by Give Me Liberty with 4 nominations.
Plus One, written and directed by Jeff Chan and Andrew Rhymer, and Gay Chorus Deep South, directed by David Charles Rodrigues, won the Audience Awards at the 2019 Tribeca Film Festival.
The 2019 Tribeca Film Festival unveiled its feature film lineup of 103 films from 124 filmmakers. The Festival takes place April 24 to May 5.

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Friends of Homer Public Library get Big Read grant
The National Endowment for the Arts has awarded the Friends of the Homer Public Library a $9,000 Big Read grant for Ray Bradbury’s “Fahrenheit 451.” The Big Read brings communities together around a great work of literature and each Big Read organization will develop programming designed for widespread engagement. NEA awarded 77 Big Read grants nationwide for 36 books by authors and poets. Organizations develop innovative programming designed to engage diverse members of the community and inspire more people to read for pleasure and enrichment, the NEA said. The Friends of the Homer Public Library had previously received a Big Read grant for Tim O’Brien’s “The Things They Carried.”
Pier One announces revision
to summer season
Pier One Theatre has made a change in its summer schedule. “The Unpredicatable Times” has been replaced by “RED,” a two-person play by John Logan and directed by Marc Oliver. “RED” shows May 30, 31, June 1; June 5, 6, 7, 8. For more information, visit pieronetheatre.org.
For reservations, call 235-7333.
Hornaday publishes sequel
to ‘The Meth Conspiracy’
Josh Hornaday, a writer raised in Homer and Kenai and now living in Libertyville, Ill., has published “Memories of Meth,” the sequel to his science fiction and fantasy novel, “The Meth Conspiracy.” Writing as J.E. Horn, Hornaday explores the issue of methamphetamine abuse in a science fiction context where meth addicts provide power for nonhuman beings. In the first book, he introduced the trials and adventures of the troubled Jonathan Champion. In “Memories of Meth,” Hornaday continues the journey of Champion, who struggles to make sense out of the strange world he finds himself in.
Both books can be found in hard copy and e-book on Amazon, Kobo, Barnes and Noble, and most other book selling sites.
Reality show seeks
Bristol Bay fishermen
Metal Flowers Media seeks men and women who fish in Bristol Bay to be cast in a new reality TV show, “Bristol Bay.”
“The competition is fierce and the stakes are high as these fishermen battle the elements and each other to catch their yearly income,” Joey Swartzentruber of Metal Flowers Media writes about the show. “Whether you’re an infamous old-school sailor known for your legendary catch record or a passionate young gun who has put it all on the line for a payday, we want to meet you.”
Fishermen interested in being on the show can write Swartzentruber at email@example.com or visit metalflowersmedia.com.


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Each vineyard and grape variety has a unique character that contributes to the quality, complexity and balance of our individual wines.
Zerba Cellars is a family-owned, estate winery located in the heart of the Walla Walla Valley. We own three estate vineyards in the appellation’s most exciting viticultural zones. We are fortunate to work with a wide range of grape varieties and vineyard sources. Each vineyard and grape variety has a unique character that contributes to the quality, complexity and balance of our individual wines. Each grape variety is hand-crafted separately and we conduct rigorous blending trials that combine discipline and creativity to produce wines that are greater than the sum of their parts.
We use a combination of new, 2nd and 3rd year American and French oak barrels. Sizes range from 225 liter to 265 liter barrels. We use predominantly medium plus toast with the occasional toasted head barrel. American oak is supplied and crafted by the French cooperage Nadalie out of their Napa, CA location. We source our American Oak from Minnesota, Missouri, Pennsylvania, and Virginia.
Our red wines are destemmed, crushed and then punched down twice daily in 1.5 ton open top fermentors until dryness. They are then pressed in a bladder press with a gentle hand to avoid overextraction. Our white wines are gently pressed as whole clusters before fermentation. We ferment and age our whites in mostly neutral French/American barrels for approximately eight months. Our red wines age for an average of 18 months with our Reserve Reds pushing closer to 24 months in barrel.
Doug is a Washington native who grew up on a pear orchard in the upper Wenatchee Valley. His early interests in science and agriculture led him to study Tree Fruit Production (WVCC) and Biology (PLU). Later, when he became interested in growing grapes and making wine he moved his family to California where he worked at St. Francis Winery in Sonoma Valley and Napa Wine Co. in Napa Valley. After these work experiences he enrolled at the University of California, Davis, and obtained his Masters degree in enology and viticulture before moving to the Walla Walla Valley. He spent his first two years here working at Long Shadows Vintners and Pepper Bridge Winery before taking up the winemaking duties at Zerba Cellars. He views winemaking as an art that should be subtly guided and helped by science. This philosophy fits well with the artisanal winemaking and grape growing style Cecil established for Zerba Cellars with the intent to produce elegant, balanced wines that are food-friendly, approachable, and crafted with environmentally sustainable methods from grape to bottle.

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Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF) are controlled and regulated by the Australian Taxation office. The pension fund was established with the aim to collect and invest the lifetime contributions that can be used during retirement.
However, unlike other funds, SMSF allows contributors to be the guardian and has control over the investment of contributions. Likewise, members of self-managed pension funds play an important role in realizing the goal. You can easily get SMSF specialist in Moonee Ponds.
The advantage of the self-administered pension fund is that the receiver, who is also a trustee, may be involved in any investment that he decided. Since self-managed pension funds are able to buy the property and a variety of asset classes, it makes it necessary to have an SMSF examination.
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Yes, the funds can be used for other investments as long as it does not violate the rules. As much as possible, a trustee should know the responsibilities of being a trustee and receiver.
It is a requirement by the Australian Tax Office that the audit is conducted by a licensed and independent SMSF auditor. The trustees of self-managed pension funds must understand all the legal and tax obligations to prevent potential fines by the tax office.
Thus, one of the duties is to hand over all funds to the SMSF audit once a year. Financial audits and compliance with the rules of the overall funding should be included in the SMSF audit.
Because of the complexity of the audit, it is necessary to hire an accountant with expertise on self-managed pension funds to assist in the preparation of documents required for the audit. In this way, the trustee will be guided properly to ensure that the funds in accordance with the rules.


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MOTOTRBO integrates voice and data seamlessly, with enhanced features that are easy to use, including integrated Bluetooth® 4.0, integrated Wi-Fi®, GPS location tracking, text messaging, meets IP standards and military specifications for durability, as well as Intelligent Audio that automatically adjusts the volume to loud construction site environments.
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Our Favourite Pit Stops En Route to Saint-Pierre et MiquelonBy Newfoundland & Labrador
A trip to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon is a great way to add a little je ne sais quoi to your Newfoundland and Labrador adventure. You’ve got your ferry tickets and accommodations booked and all that’s left to do is hit the road… but don’t forget to explore along the way! Here are our favourite things to do on the way down the Burin Peninsula to Saint-Pierre et Miquelon.
Stretch your legs in Arnold’s Cove
Unlike many towns in rural Newfoundland and Labrador, Arnold’s Cove is located just off the Trans-Canada Highway, which makes it a great place to stop and experience a bit of Newfoundland and Labrador culture and scenery without straying too far from your route. It’s also only a short distance from Goobies, where you’ll turn off to head towards Fortune and the Saint-Pierre ferry, so why not avoid the busy service station and make your pit stop here? To get some fresh air and stretch your legs, check out the Bordeaux Walking Trail. With picnic benches set along the way, the trail is a great place to enjoy a picnic lunch and some fresh air before continuing along the highway. If cultural exploring is more up your alley, download the Resettlement Walk app and explore the town’s history of resettlement.
Take a peek at one of Newfoundland’s most unique collections
About 20 km after turning down the Heritage Run Highway (Route 210), you’ll find the picturesque community of Swift Current, home to Vernon’s Antique Car Museum. This one-of-a-kind showroom houses over 100 years of automotive history, featuring a collection of some of the rarest automobile antiques in North America. After chatting with Vernon and checking out his collection, you’ll be dreaming of hitting the highway in an antique Cadillac!
Take a break – it’s teatime!
After a beautiful drive through the barren landscapes of the Burin Peninsula (keep an eye out for caribou), be sure to stop at Livyers’ Lot Heritage Site and Economusée, a warm and welcoming restaurant, heritage museum, and craft shop located right along the Heritage Run Highway (Route 210). Enjoy a cup of tea and some traditional food before taking in a craft demonstration or chatting with local artisans. Take some time to peruse the craft store as well – there’s nothing better than a locally-made souvenir, and this region is known for its traditional mat-making skills.
Get off the beaten path
After passing through Marystown, you could head straight on to Fortune - but where’s the fun in that? A slight detour to the town of Burin is well worth your time. Travel winding roads through picturesque coves, or head to the Burin Heritage Square where you’ll step back in time through historical buildings, storyboards, and displays. Take a stroll along the unique oceanfront board walk, and don’t forget to climb inside the giant lobster trap for a fun and silly photo op.
Explore our geology
Before boarding the ferry in Fortune, be sure to pop into the Fortune Head Geology Centre, located just across the parking lot from the ferry terminal. Hands-on exhibits detailing the region’s geology are a great way to pass the time while you wait for your departure. You’ll also find lots of local crafts and products in the gift shop. Got a bit of extra time? Book a tour to the Fortune Head Ecological Reserve, located a short drive from the centre. Your guide will lead you to a coastal fossil site that represents the geological boundary between the Precambrian and Cambrian geological eras. The reserve is also home to the Fortune Head lighthouse, a picture-perfect red and white lighthouse overlooking the bay.
As you cross the Canada/France border and wave goodbye to Newfoundland and Labrador, get ready to immerse yourself in French culture, tasty wines and patisseries, and stunning scenery. Upon your return, don’t forget to stop by these great places along the way.
Do you have a favourite stop along the Burin Peninsula? Share it with everyone in the comments below and remember to check out the Fortune and Grand Bank page on our website.


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GRAMMY® Award winner Billy Vera shares his favorite Little Richard selections off Directly From My Heart: The Best of the Specialty & Vee-Jay Years.
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The Košice plant of the American steelworks U.S. Steel (USSK) has confirmed that it will raise prices for its buyers in 2020, as initially reported by the Argus Media on December 3.Related articleRead more
“We have decided to raise prices because of the difficult situation in the steel industry,” USSK spokesperson Ján Bača told the SITA newswire last week, on December 6.
He did not comment on how much the prices would increase. Based on letters sent by the Slovak steelmaker to buyers, prices would increase by €60 to €70/t in the first six months of 2020, starting to rise at the rate of €25/t as soon as 2020 begins, Argus Media claimed.
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Bača went on to say that all the steelworks across the European Union are finding themselves in a difficult situation because of the high prices of natural resources and high costs spent on energy and CO2.
“The prices of our products must reflect the increase in these costs,” he told SITA.
According to the September report submitted by the U.S. Steel corporation to the US Securities and Exchange Commission, the average realised prices of its European branch in the third quarter of 2019 reached €590/t.Related articleRead more
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The Slovak mill expects a significant drop in the number of deliveries this year. USSK will continue reducing the number of employees in Košice and its subsidiaries by 2,500 people before 2021.
In 2019, Košice-based steelworks shortened the working week for its employees to four days. The measure is in operation until January of next year.
USSK shut down one of its furnaces in June and will not relaunch it for now, SITA wrote.
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Before Ava Max had even announced her debut album, the singer already had a single peak at No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. The impressive feat arrived in 2018, and fans had been anxiously awaiting new music ever since. This September, Ava finally released her aniticiapted debut LP Heaven & Hell. Now, keeping up the momentum of her record, Ava has shared a cinematic video alongside her “OMG What’s Happening” single.
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Ahead of the release of her “OMG What’s Happening” visual, the singer tapped two established artists to lend a hand on a buoyant remix. Saweetie and Lauv both joined Ava to offer their vocals on a lively remix of her empowering Heaven & Hell anthem “Kings & Queens.”
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D-III Playoffs: Is there really even any reason to type this? For the seventh straight season, the championship game will be Wisconsin Whitewater vs. Mount Union.
D-II Playoffs: Pitt State beat Delta State and Wayne State beat Winston Salem State. Thus, it's Pitt State (a 2 seed - coached by Tim Beck, 2008 FootballScoop D-II Coordinator of the Year)) vs. Wayne State (a 6 seed, coached by Paul Winters, one of the finalists for the Akron head job) in the championship game Saturday Dec. 17th. In a related note, we're speculating that Akron will name their next head coach on Monday December 19th.
Coastal Carolina (FCS): Early word out of Conway, SC is that some folks at Coastal would like to see Steve Spurrier Jr. get his first opportunity as a head coach at Coastal.
Eastern Illinois: We have been told that Dino Babers has offered the defensive coordinator role to former Akron defensive backs coach Kim McCloud.
Olivet College (DIII - MI): The three finalists for the Olivet college head job are Jake Moreland (tight ends at Western Michigan), Dan Pifer (offensive coordinator / special teams coordinator at Trine) and Tyler Haines (offensive coordinator at Adrian College).
Texas Tech: We have been told that one of Tubs' longtime guys Terry Price will be joining the staff as defensive line coach.
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Nebraska: Reconfirming what we told you on Sunday, sources close to the program again telling us that Bo Pelini will elevate current defensive line coach (also special teams coordinator and recruiting coordinator) John Papuchis to defensive coordinator.
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UCLA: We have learned that Jim Mora Jr. will be named head coach.
Villanova: Defensive coordinator Mark Reardon has accepted the head coaching position at St. Augustine Prep in New Jersey.
Texas A&M: Multiple outlets in College Station are reporting that Kevin Sumlin will become the new head coach today.
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The National Apartment Association has once again shown us just how momentous Apartmentalize can be. This year’s event in Denver reached over 11,000 attendees with nearly one hundred educational sessions. We took every minute to be inspired and take detailed notes to share with you everything we learned—well, almost everything we learned. There’s a lot to cover after all! So, let’s focus on one of the most disruptive topics talked about throughout the event: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
During the event there were over 85 sessions, and more than 550 cutting-edge vendors, and out of all that was going on, it was clear that AI-powered technology has emerged as a hot-button topic. Property owners are becoming privy to the competitive advantages that it can offer and see the potential of long-term ROI by being among the first to utilize it.
One session of noteworthy importance was “Multifamily 2029: 10 Innovations that will Change Everything,” it featured a panel including Pinnacle Property Management Services and The Westover Companies. During the session, they uncovered ten technologies and trends predicted to affect the rental housing market and operations. Out of the ten discussed, artificial intelligence was highlighted as one of the top technologies and trends that companies need to stay on top of in order to not be left behind.
Back in the Exhibition Hall, LeaseHawk showcased their latest AI innovation. Attendees were able to participate in an interactive demonstration of the multifamily industry’s first-ever AI leasing assistant created by LeaseHawk. Aptly named, ACE AI, because she can answer communications every time. By using machine learning and natural language processing, she can take calls, chats and texts as well as set appointments and collect guest cards when the leasing staff is unavailable or when it is after-hours.
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With over 85 sessions and 550 cutting-edge suppliers, there was a lot to soak in at this year’s Apartmentalize Conference in Denver, Colorado. And just in case you couldn’t make it, we’ve summarized (almost) everything we learned about the event’s hottest topic: Artificial Intelligence (AI).
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A Poll Asking Which BTS Member You’re Most Anticipating Solo Activities, Was Held On The Entertainment Mobile App STARPOLL From June 21 To July 4, 2022.
Korean netizens chose which member of BTS ( Bangtan Boys ) they are looking forward to the most for their solo activities. Out of the seven members, their three youngest members got the most votes.
A poll asked, “Which BTS member do you anticipate the most solo activities for?” held on the STARPOLL entertainment mobile app from June 21 to July 4, 2022. V came out in first place.
In particular, the poll received a total of 3,479,644 votes, of which V received 2,208,983 votes, about 63.5 percent. BTS’ Jimin landed in second place with 1,265,941 votes, followed by Jungkook in 3rd place with 1,960 votes.
On June 14, BTS announced in a video on YouTube channel BANGTANTV that they will be entering the second phase of their career. For this new chapter in their careers, the members will prioritize individual schedules over group activities.
Since then, V attended fashion shows for luxury brands. Jungkook released a collaboration song with pop star Charlie Puth , while J-Hope will soon be releasing his solo album on July 15.
Jimin is said to be the next BTS member to debut solo. The idol is reportedly very hard at producing his own songs to be included in his upcoming solo album.
Meanwhile, STARPOLL is a comprehensive artist content service where fans can enjoy the content of their favorite stars, from news, community, to show information.
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Few people, especially from the older generation did not look wonderful comedy "Girls", in which the main role played by the talented Hope Rumyantsev.Script was written by the author of the novel "The Girls" Boris poor.The article is devoted to him and his work.
He was born in 1916 in a village in the Kuban region of Yaroslavl in the family of teachers.He graduated with honors from Maikop Forest College and was enrolled in the Leningrad Forestry Academy.There he began to write.The first attempts were very successful.He was admitted to the various literary circles and studios.Literary activity did not prevent The poor learn to engineer water rafting forest.Before the Great Patriotic War he worked on the rivers of the North.
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Immediately after the war, once again went to the North to work in the specialty.
However, about his love for literature, the future author of the novel "The Girls" is not forgotten.He has written, printed in the Komi Republic in the republican newspaper "For the new North".In 1948 he made a sharp turn and entered the Literary Institute.Its main activity was writing.Poor Boris published in prestigious journals - "Spark", "New World", "Literary Gazette".
In 1950 Boris married the girl Mary, who was much younger than him.They settled in a rented cottage in the suburbs, as poor by the time a well-earned.His career rapidly went up.In 1951 he was admitted to the Union of Writers, he taught at the Literary Institute, conducted a seminar at the University of poetry courses.
In 1976, at the sixtieth year of life died.
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From the pen Poor Boris left many remarkable works, but he is remembered as the author of the novel "The Girls".It was published and reprinted in the Soviet Union thousands of copies, was the favorite book of millions of Soviet citizens.As written Poor scenario was staged the comedy, which is located at the box office for many decades and still attracts thousands of spectators from screens.
But not only at home he has received recognition and popularity of the one who wrote "Girls".The story has been translated into 15 languages, published in large editions in 20 countries.The author avidly admired foreign critics.He was invited to a conference in France, which, unfortunately, he could not get there.
What is so attracted readers of the novel "The Girls" Boris poor?
nezateyliv story plot.It describes the seventeen year old girl Antonina, whom everyone affectionately called Tosya.
Tosya - an orphan, her parents died during the Great Patriotic War, and she was raised in an orphanage in Voronezh.Vosloo release she had to work at a local farm and a housekeeper in a family of scientists.But, as she put it Tossia work maid her "pulled", she felt "subhuman."Therefore, "surprising the researchers their ingratitude," she dropped everything and left in a remote northern taiga settlement "building communism".
There Toshu lived in a dormitory with four girls.The main heroine of the story was entrusted the difficult task - to "feed burly lumberjacks" - appointed chef.To everyone's surprise, a small but agile and hardworking Tossia coped with the task perfectly.It not only prepares delicious hearty soup and hearty porridge, but watch out for the personal hygiene of workers, convenient kitchen has equipped van.
At the first dance evening Tosya attracted attention restive character.She refused to dance with a guy who treated her with sufficient respect.In the village on one guy I had 10 girls, so this behavior "blunt Toshi" led all puzzled.And to punish the new and prove his irresistibility, the first hunk in the village (Ilya) argued on his hat with the first teaser (sirloin) that Tosya fall in love with him.
Ilya befriended Tossia, spent a lot of time with her and did not notice how he fell in love with this unprepossessing little girl with a big heart.Now he is afraid that she knew about the dispute and will despise "handsome."Tosya did know about the dispute and feels "deadly" offense.Elijah had a very long and hard to achieve forgiveness, but in the end, between the young people to restore peace, because Tossia also managed to fall in love with the guy: "He's not my fault that I was born beautiful!"
author of the novel "The Girls", in addition to the main storyline, and Ilya Toshi describes the fate of the other four of its neighbors:
- calls and fun Katherine, who has been dating "clubfoot" Sasha.They are all so smoothly and well, and that did not quarrel because of which;
- very beautiful Anfisa, which is not fate;
- ugly Hope that does not believe that can truly someone to please, and the hopelessness of going to marry an elderly Xan Ksanycha.Watching young love Toshi, Hope did not understand how this unpretentious girl managed ohmurit the first guy in the village;
- Faith that young Tossia often does not understand: "Who can understand them, thirty zaochnits ..." faith itself is very well aware of the direct and naive "vzbalamoshennuyu" Tosya.She could see her humanity and firmly took under his protection.
secret of the phenomenal success
Tale "Girls" is no different ingenious plot, written in simple language with a certain degree of good-natured humor.Poor Boris does not use tricks and poetic literary devices.It is not a sentimental love story and an exciting detective story.What is the secret of success story?
her sincerity, good-natured and naive nice craftiness.The reader does not just get pleasure from reading love stories, he rests the soul in contact with a pure and kind heart of the protagonist.Everyone who meets Tossia unwittingly imbued with its belief in the best in people, infected with her boundless energy, and receives a portion of its courage.


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Long-term pharmacologically regulated expression of erythropoietin in primates following AAV-mediated gene transfer.
ABSTRACT Gene therapy is a potential route for the delivery of secreted therapeutic proteins, but pharmacologic control of expression will generally be required for optimal safety and efficacy. Previous attempts to achieve regulated expression in large animal models have been thwarted by transient expression or immune responses to regulatory proteins. We evaluated the ability of the dimerizer-regulated gene expression system to achieve controlled, long-term production of erythropoietin (Epo) following intramuscular administration of adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors to 16 primates. All animals showed dose-responsive and completely reversible elevation of Epo and hematocrit in response to the dimerizer rapamycin, or analogs with reduced immunosuppressive activity, administered intravenously or orally. Animals that received optimized dual vectors showed persistent regulated expression for the duration of the study, with no apparent immune response to Epo or the regulatory proteins. Similar results were obtained with single vectors incorporating both the Epo and regulatory genes, including those packaged into serotype 1 AAV vectors to allow use of lower viral doses. For the longest-studied animal, regulated expression has persisted for more than 6 years and 26 induction cycles. These data indicate that one-time or infrequent gene transfer followed by dimerizer regulation is a promising approach for delivery of therapeutic proteins.
Article: Increased erythropoiesis in mice injected with submicrogram quantities of pseudouridine-containing mRNA encoding erythropoietin.[show abstract] [hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: Advances in the optimization of in vitro-transcribed mRNA are bringing mRNA-mediated therapy closer to reality. In cultured cells, we recently achieved high levels of translation with high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC)-purified, in vitro-transcribed mRNAs containing the modified nucleoside pseudouridine. Importantly, pseudouridine rendered the mRNA non-immunogenic. Here, using erythropoietin (EPO)-encoding mRNA complexed with TransIT-mRNA, we evaluated this new generation of mRNA in vivo. A single injection of 100 ng (0.005 mg/kg) mRNA elevated serum EPO levels in mice significantly by 6 hours and levels were maintained for 4 days. In comparison, mRNA containing uridine produced 10-100-fold lower levels of EPO lasting only 1 day. EPO translated from pseudouridine-mRNA was functional and caused a significant increase of both reticulocyte counts and hematocrits. As little as 10 ng mRNA doubled reticulocyte numbers. Weekly injection of 100 ng of EPO mRNA was sufficient to increase the hematocrit from 43 to 57%, which was maintained with continued treatment. Even when a large amount of pseudouridine-mRNA was injected, no inflammatory cytokines were detectable in plasma. Using macaques, we could also detect significantly-increased serum EPO levels following intraperitoneal injection of rhesus EPO mRNA. These results demonstrate that HPLC-purified, pseudouridine-containing mRNAs encoding therapeutic proteins have great potential for clinical applications.Molecular Therapy 02/2012; 20(5):948-53. · 6.87 Impact Factor
Article: Exon skipping and duchenne muscular dystrophy therapy: selection of the most active U1 snRNA antisense able to induce dystrophin exon 51 skipping.[show abstract] [hide abstract]
ABSTRACT: One promising approach for the gene therapy of Duchenne muscular dystrophy (DMD) is exon skipping. When thinking of possible intervention on human, it is very crucial to identify the most appropriate antisense sequences able to provide the highest possible skipping efficiency. In this article, we compared the exon 51 skipping activity of 10 different antisense molecules, raised against splice junctions and/or exonic splicing enhancers (ESEs), expressed as part of the U1 small nuclear RNA (snRNA). The effectiveness of each construct was tested in human DMD myoblasts carrying the deletion of exons 48-50, which can be treated with skipping of exon 51. Our results show that the highest skipping activity and dystrophin rescue is achieved upon expression of a U1 snRNA-derived antisense molecule targeting exon 51 splice sites in combination with an internal exon sequence. The efficacy of this molecule was further proven on an exon 45-50 deletion background, utilizing patient's fibroblasts transdifferentiated into myoblasts. In this system, we showed that the selected antisense was able to produce 50% skipping of exon 51.Molecular Therapy 09/2010; 18(9):1675-82. · 6.87 Impact Factor
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ABSTRACT: Adenovirus (Ad) based gene transfer vectors continue to be the platform of choice for an increasing number of clinical trials worldwide. In fact, within the last five years, the number of clinical trials that utilize Ad based vectors has doubled, indicating growing enthusiasm for the numerous positive characteristics of this gene transfer platform. For example, Ad vectors can be easily and relatively inexpensively produced to high titers in a cGMP compliant manner, can be stably stored and transported, and have a broad applicability for a wide range of clinical conditions, including both gene therapy and vaccine applications. Ad vector based gene transfer will become more useful as strategies to counteract innate and/or pre-existing adaptive immune responses to Ads are developed and confirmed to be efficacious. The approaches attempting to overcome these limitations can be divided into two broad categories: pre-emptive immune modulation of the host, and selective modification of the Ad vector itself. The first category of methods includes the use of immunosuppressive drugs or specific compounds to block important immune pathways, which are known to be induced by Ads. The second category comprises several innovative strategies inclusive of: (1) Ad-capsid-display of specific inhibitors or ligands; (2) covalent modifications of the entire Ad vector capsid moiety; (3) the use of tissue specific promoters and local administration routes; (4) the use of genome modified Ads; and (5) the development of chimeric or alternative serotype Ads. This review article will focus on both the promise and the limitations of each of these immune evasion strategies, and in the process delineate future directions in developing safer and more efficacious Ad-based gene transfer strategies.Viruses 09/2010; 2(9):2013-36. · 1.50 Impact Factor


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Under Lock and Skeleton Key by Gigi Pandian. This is the story of Tempest from a family of magicians with a curse that the eldest child dies by magic. Tempest has just been tossed out of Las Vegas by a trick that went bad. I really loved this story and I hope there is a book 2. I love the characters, the grandparents are awesome and I love the food descriptions with recipes included! I love the magic trips! I want to go visit Fiddlers Folly! Will recommend this book. Thank you for letting me review this book
This is a very cute cozy mystery. It’s extremely well written and easy to follow. Characters are fun and extremely relatable. The story itself has some magic and mystery that makes it a joy to read. Highly recommend for all mystery book lovers!
I’m not sure why I have never given cozy mysteries a chance until recently but I am glad I have! They are fun to read and very addictive. That was exactly the case for this one and I couldn’t help but want to binge it to find out who the murderer was.
The book follows Tempest Raj, a magician who almost died on stage and has come back home after the accident and derailment of her career. It’s not the first time that an accident has happened on stage when it comes to her family either. The Raj family has a curse that surrounds them and she hasn’t believed it until now.
I was very intrigued with Tempest and her career as a magician. Magic has always been fascinating and this book includes cool illusions and even mysterious houses with secret hidden ways. I liked learning about how she came to be involved with magic as well as the history of her family since she comes from a long line of magicians. She has always wondered who she is and where she belongs. I liked reading about her trying to piece it altogether in not-so-great circumstances. It made her feel real. Tempest is strong willed and even if those around her think she is in danger, she will stop at nothing to solve the mystery. It’s definitely very admirable, although dangerous!
Mysteries have always been fun because I get to try and figure out who did it as well with the information I have been handed throughout the book. To be honest, I really thought I had it but I was way in left field when I needed to be in right, haha. Although not figuring it out is also great because it means the story wasn’t predictable and it left me surprised with the reveal!
Besides the mystery, there is a couple of other things involved in the plot. I could see Tempest ending up in a relationship eventually since there could be a love triangle brewing. I also liked seeing Tempest rekindle an old friendship. This book will also make you quite hungry with all the talk that is surrounded by food!
Even though the bigger mystery of the book is solved by the end, the reader is still left wondering about the family curse. Since I see that this will be a series, it makes me even more curious and excited to read the next in hopes we find out more about it.
Overall, I liked this one a lot as it kept me intrigued throughout. I will definitely be looking out for the next in the series.
Tempest Raj is a professional Magician in this unique locked door mystery. Author Gigi Pandian has called it a "gothic cozy," and that fits this complex and layered story. Tempest's family runs a construction business specializing in adding secret rooms with ingeniously hidden entrances, so Pandian has a lot to work with to keep you guessing using both an unusual physical setting and characters' motives. I don't want to give too much away, but a mildly creepy vibe runs through the book as strange occurrences stack up. Can a killer move through hidden spaces in the walls? Is there a curse on Tempest's family? But, there are also cozy elements with delightful characters, particularly Tempest’s grandparents, and food (with recipes at the end of the book.) Well written, solidly plotted, and the relationship between an impossible crime and stage magic made me think! Thank you to Netgalley, St, Martin’s Press and Minotaur Books for this enjoyable ARC, all opinions are my own.
I had so much fun reading this novel! I love the magic and the mystery and the all-round excitement surrounding curses and disappearances.
Although this novel is an adult read, I think it would make an excellent YA novel too. The themes are very evident and prevalent throughout, and the plot is very straightforward and easy to follow.
Tempest enlists the help of a very interesting group of individuals to figure out who killed her lookalike. Together, they have to figure out if there really is a family curse, or if someone is coming after her to make it look this way.
I definitely highly recommend this read to all mystery lovers! I can't wait until another book in the series is released.
On the count of 3, I'll summon a well-plotted novel with magic and mystery as its focus... Are you ready?
1, 2, 3!
This book feels like a Nancy Drew mystery melded with Now You See Me and I absolutely loved it! Some have called it "gothic cozy" and I totally agree. With the secret staircases and the small town vibes, this is a cozy mystery in a gothic setting that will leave you gasping. I loved Tempest as a character - she's bold and brash, but also kind and intelligent. You just instantly root for her. Plus the locked door mystery? Such a classic, but this one is done so well. We get to delve into the history of locked door mysteries courtesy of Professor Ivy, but there are still so many magical twists in the story. I cannot WAIT for book 2 and have no doubt that it'll be as spellbinding as the first.
*Thank you to NetGalley and Minotaur Books for the ARC in exchange for an honest review*
I found Under Lock & Skeleton Key by Gigi Pandian a bit slow to start with and would have wished for a bit more back story right away instead of bits and pieces dribbled out but in the end, the story and characters made me wish for more and I will certainly add this author to our collection.
Thoroughly enjoyed this book. I want to be an honorary member of the Raj family! Will purchase for library and hope a sequel is in the works.
This is a really unique murder mystery. Thank you to the publisher and Netgalley for allowing me to read an e-arc of this book. I loved the magic and intrigue that this story delivers along with the unforgettable family dynamics. These are really likable characters and I look forward to reading more about them in the future.
murder, murder-investigation, illusionists, curse, cultural-heritage, family-dynamics, friendship, secrets, California, recipes, sabotage, small-business, small-town*****
The Secret Staircase is a niche construction company run by Tempest's father born in India (mother
born in Scotland disappeared five years ago). Tempest Raj was highly paid as an illusionist/magician in Las Vegas until an illusion gone wrong nearly killed her and destroyed the venue. Now she is back home to her father, grandparents, and friends in their very unusual home. It's a tree house! She was told that she lives under a curse and that her mother was a Selkie. All she knows is that the day that she went to the new job site with her dad she met a lonely little boy and also found the body of her recent stunt double. Unravelling the mysteries is a real challenge and there are so many red herrings and... But no spoilers! It's a great story written with full homage to many of the old masters of the locked room genre! Can't wait to get my own copy (probably an audio so it doesn't walk away).
I requested and received a free temporary ebook copy from St Martin's Press/Minotaur via NetGalley. Thank you!
Magician Tempest Raj finds her career in shambles after a near death experience. She is sure she was sabotaged, but returns on in shame, then learns about the curse that kills the eldest child in the family. Is she somehow cursed. Did her aunt and mother die because of the curse? With her magician friend the Hindu Houdini and her best friend, Tempest tries to figure out who is killing people around her. A fascinating new series and I hope there are more books to follow.
This "gothic cozy" (as I've heard the author describe it) was soo freaking good. It's great because it takes the cozy tropes we all love (woman returning home to her small town in disgrace, mouth watering food with recipes, etc) and turns it on its head (the MC is a magician, the dead body is found hidden in a decades old wall). Gigi Pandian has made quite the name for herself as a master of locked room mysteries (which are impossible crimes as she tells us in the book). And this one doesn't disappoint. It also has something for both long-time fans (you'll recognize a few people and names) while also definitely making sure she'll have NEW fans. Can't wait for more folks to read this one!
When I say I loved this, I LOVED this. I devoured this, mind full on food and words and the deep, deep mysteries of this novel. The food, first, made me possibly gain 50 pounds, just from the descriptions of it. I'm hungry just remembering some of the types of food involved in this one. I found the mystery so, so good. I would say this is a mix between a typical cozy-style mystery with something like Gone Girl. But oh, did I devour it. Thank you for the e-arc.
This book was provided to me via Kindle by St. Martin’s Press, Minotaur Books and #NetGalley for my honest opinion.
The first in a new series Under Lock & Skeleton Key is the perfect start. I can’t wait for more.
I really enjoyed this mystery of misdirection from Gigi Pandian, the first in a new series. The characters were fun, the descriptions of food left me salivating, and now all I can think about is how I can get my own secret staircase/room/garden! I would definitely recommend this book to anyone who enjoys a good mystery.
Tempest Raj has had to do the impossible, return home to California to work for her family’s construction company, Secret Staircase Construction. They make hidden staircases and and secret book case doors for those who loved Nancy Drew and now have the ability to pay to have their childhood fantasies fulfilled. It was hardly Tempest’s dream, but she doesn’t have any other choice if she wants to stay solvent. But when she discovers her old stage double dead inside her father’s newest renovation project, which was supposed to have been sealed up for one hundred years. Fearing that she may have been the actual target, decides she has to solve the crime herself.
Under Lock & Skeleton Key by Gigi Pandian is an excellent cozy/murder/mystery that is fresh, entertaining, unique, and a breath of fresh air that I truly enjoyed.
This is the first in what is sure to be a fabulous new series: A Secret Staircase Mystery. This is my first book by this author and I am quite pleasantly surprised. Not by her talent, but by the complexity and enjoyment from a narrative that holds far more then I had anticipated when I started this story.
There is mystery, murder, surprises, truly unique angles, diversity, amazing recipes and food, complex and wonderfully drawn character cast, and a few twists that kept me coming back for more.
Tempest is an awesome main character. She is smart, sassy, classy, imperfect and realistic, likable and down to earth, and someone I can really cheer for. Trying to find her way in life, experiencing a close call, getting wrapped up into a murder/mystery, trying to do right by her family but also trying to light her own path, and just being fantastic in general really makes this book pop.
I also love the incorporation of “magic”, optical and architectural illusions, all surrounding a wealth of culture and history yet modern day locations, is such a fabulous balance.
I am so excited to try the mouth-watering Cardamom shortbread cookies (with a smidge of jam I think into the center). The recipe seems simple enough. Shortbread is a weakness of mine.
I heartily recommend this book.
Thank you NG and St Martin’s Press for this wonderful arc and in return I am submitting my unbiased and voluntary review and opinion.
I am posting this review to my GR and Bookbub accounts immediately and will post it to my Amazon, Instagram, and B&N accounts upon publication.


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US crude prices dropped more than 9% to around $US36 a barrel as slumping demand and swelling US inventories offset OPEC's record supply cut agreement.
Traders feared the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries would not fully enforce a record output cut.
The January US crude oil contract settled down $3.84 at $US36.22 a barrel, after earlier hitting $US35.98, the lowest price since June 2004.
London Brent settled down $US2.17 at $US43.36 a barrel.
MF Global oil analyst Ed Meir said falling prices were a resounding vote of no-confidence in the cartel's ability to curtail production given its previous tendencies to backslide on commitments, particularly by countries who are financially strapped.
The Organisation of the Petroleum Exporting Countries, OPEC, which produces about 40% of the world's crude, approved a record output cut on Wednesday of 2.2 million barrels a day.
However, the decision failed to prevent prices plunging even further, as rising US energy reserves also heightened global demand worries amid a sharp worldwide economic slowdown.
Also depressing prices was a US Department of Energy report that American crude oil stockpiles climbed by 500,000 barrels in the week ending 12 December.
The rise was five times market expectations and indicated weaker US energy demand.

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Wellington Engineering and Science Festival 2016 Lecture Series
Tue 19 April 2016, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM NZST
The Royal Society of New Zealand Wellington Branch
Wellington Astronomical Society
Institution of Engineering and Technology, Wellington Network
Institution of Professional Engineers New Zealand, Wellington Branch
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers, Central Section Network
Where to next? Human spaceflight at the crossroads.
NASA’s long-term vision is for a human mission to Mars, but its strategy for getting there
is flawed, as it does not include the most logical intermediate step: a return to the Moon.
Instead, NASA’s proposed intermediate step is to retrieve a large boulder from an
asteroid and send an astronaut crew out to investigate it – a plan that is not getting
much support from either Congress or the scientific community. A return to the Moon
would be a better way to prepare for a journey to Mars, as much of the technology
needed for a Mars mission, such as habitats, life-support systems, rovers, tools and
instruments, could be first proven under real off-world conditions on the Moon. In
addition, recent robotic missions have shown the Moon to be a worthwhile scientific
target in its own right.
David Maclennan has been lecturing and writing about space exploration for over four
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Gall Sewing has just notified me that my new embroidery machine is in, I am SEW excited!
I've been looking at different photos of T-shirts, etc. in catalogs and wondering how to embellish them, but then saying to myself that I should knit my own.
Definitely one skill I want to learn is the applique embroidery method. I think it would be interesting to create a collage-type garment, for example, a jacket with appliqued embroidered falling leaves. Might even mix and match some knitted appliques with fabric ones. I think the knitted appliques would work especially if an iron-on fusible interfacing was applied to the back of the knitted fabric.


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Best Songs from Ed Sheeran's Dividenightvisions
The Top Ten
The title of this song says it all.
This song is so so beautiful, and the music video made me love the song even more!
Amazing. Perfect (obviously)
I’m so glad that Perfect deserves to be ranked the highest it’s one of the songs that get stuck in my head along with Thinking Out Loud and his voice and vocals are fantastic and amazing. Whenever I hear the song I feel like that he is singing directly to me. It’s such a sweet pretty beautiful cute love song. This going to be my first dance wedding song. Also that song makes me have a lot of strong emotions because I feel like the song is speaking to me. It’s a fantastic amazing Perfect love song for the wedding. The lyrics are catchy and meaningful and the melody of the song is Perfect, pretty, beautiful, and romantic. Whenever I hear that song my heart melts and I start to feel romantic. Overall perfect sweet beautiful and cute love songV 2 Comments
This song is the best song from the Divide album 🎤
While the entire album is amazing, this song is definitely the catchiest of them all
She played the fiddle in an Irish band
An amazing beat and feel to it
Can I vote for all of them they are specail in there own waysV 2 Comments
Such a deep and meaningful song about a musician under so much pressure that he resorts to taking drugs and relying on alcohol to get through the days. Absolutely love it. - TID3S_Official
Even though it was released a lot earlier than most, this song is upbeat and a fresh sound for Ed Sheeran! - rjjones842
I like to dace to this song - petty
I find it kind of a shame how this heartfelt song is so underrated and such generic songs like "Shape of You" are played on the radio every 5 seconds.
This is the best song in the album
LOVE this song!
There’s so much emotion in the message of this song... it’s much better than the more popular songs like Shape of You and Castle on the Hill.V 1 Comment
This may be the best song from the album. But the entire album is good as well. Because Ed is a boss
This was beautifully written
Banger should be #2 behind castle on the hill - Thicc_Neeson
Just a straight up emotional song. It honestly made me cry first time I heard it. Deserves to be #1. It was also co-written by Ryan Tedder, who has written many great songs, and deserves an extra bonus for that collaboration.
Active and loving song
Listening to this really wants to make me go on holiday :) Surprised it's not even in the top 10 - Matthew_1996
Should be higher
Best song ever!
Surprised this song is so low. It's so good
AMAZING - Heyy7868
This track is a classic, so relatable and doesn't deserve to be a bonus track!
I have to say that this is the most relatable song I have heard since Taylor Swift's Girl At Home or Alessia Cara's Scars To Your Beautiful - Heyy7868
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