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Forewarned is forearmed.
The Ultimate 9/11 Attack:
A Report From the EMPACT America Conference
in Niagara, New York
By Guy Rodgers, ACT! for America Executive Director
Eight years ago today is a day none of us will ever forget. If you’re like me, you recall exactly what you were doing and where you were when you learned that jets had been flown into the World Trade Center.
This was an act of jihad. This was also an act of asymmetrical warfare, where an enemy with far fewer weapons and the means to attack us was still able to inflict a deadly wound.
But our Islamist enemies are not content with the amount of destruction caused by that act of asymmetrical warfare.
Last May we sent you a series of emails announcing our plans to address the threat of an EMP (electromagnetic pulse) attack on America. An EMP attack can be triggered by just one nuclear weapon detonated above our atmosphere. Optimally deployed, such an EMP attack could knock out as much as 70% of America’s electrical grid. Not just for days – but for weeks, even months.
Were this to happen, the consequences for America would be devastating. The congressionally authorized EMP commission estimated that millions and millions of Americans would die – of thirst, starvation, disease, and lawlessness. Imagine the aftermath of Hurricane Katrina, extended across much of our country, and lasting for months.
One component of our plan to address this threat was our participation with EMPACT America in its first-ever conference entitled “Protecting America Against Permanent Continental Shutdown from Electromagnetic Pulse.”
I am composing this email in a hotel in Niagara, New York, while the conference is still underway. I’m doing so, to coincide with the eighth anniversary of the terrorist attacks of 9/11, because Brigitte Gabriel and I are determined that you, our members, understand and appreciate the seriousness of the threat, that it is the ultimate in jihadist asymmetrical warfare, and so that we can join together to take constructive action to defend ourselves.
When we sent you the EMP emails in May, some of our members emailed us expressing skepticism about the EMP threat. Some of the emails were, frankly, derisive, accusing us of having been misled by some sci-fi “fantasy.”
I can understand why some who hear about this would respond this way. The very concept of life ending as we know it is difficult to come to terms with. Not surprisingly, our tendency is to ignore, deny or disbelieve that something so indescribably devastating could happen to us.
However, if you were sitting here at this conference, if you had any doubts, you would realize, as we do, that this is no sci-fi fantasy (how I wish it were!), and that enemies like Iran are in fact testing the necessary launch technology to detonate a nuclear weapon over our atmosphere. Experts I talked to here believe Iran will have, in as little as two years, both the nuclear weaponry and the launch and satellite technology to literally “drop” a nuclear weapon from a satellite over America, and detonate it above our atmosphere.
Dozens of experts, and I don’t use that term lightly, from across the fields of science, energy, education, law enforcement, counter-terrorism, and the private sector are here. One of the speakers, for instance, was the winner of the “Lord Kelvin Medal in Electromagnetic Physics.” Another was a former CIA Director…another a former Chairman of the National Intelligence Council…another the former Director of the Defense Nuclear Agency.
You get the picture.
These are not people who cry wolf, engage in whimsical fantasies or who put their careers and credibility on the line touting untested theories. They were not provided honorariums as an incentive to come speak at this conference. Some provided information that until the middle of the last decade had been classified by the Department of Defense. These experts are deadly serious about the fact that we are in grave danger – not only from a nuclear weapon-triggered EMP, but from an EMP triggered by solar magnetic storms, and they are doing everything they can to warn us so we can take action before it’s too late.
There have been prior instances over the past 150 years of solar magnetic storms burning up telegraph lines and causing other damage to the infrastructure that existed at that time. The disruption to society back then was minimal, however, because when these solar phenomena occurred, America was not totally dependent on electricity and electronics as we are today.
In other words, even if our jihadist enemies were unsuccessful in triggering an EMP attack with nuclear weaponry, natural solar phenomena could well cause the same devastation.
Regarding our jihadist enemies, Brigitte delivered a powerful address on the ideology of radical Islam – specifically, the messianic vision of Iran’s “mullahcracy” for the return of the “Mahdi,” the 12th imam. These mullahs believe they can help usher in the return of the Mahdi by instigating worldwide chaos.
What better way to do so, with limited weaponry in the ultimate act of asymmetrical warfare, than with a nuclear-triggered EMP attack? Given their apocalyptic vision they have every incentive to make every effort possible to bring us to our knees through an EMP attack.
To read a transcript of Brigitte’s general session address, please click here.
Prior to 9/11, most Americans did not believe something as horrific as the destruction of the World Trade Center could be visited on our nation by Islamic terrorists. The 9/11 Commission concluded that America did not see 9/11 coming because we “lacked imagination.” We cannot afford such a lack of vision when it comes to the prospect of an EMP attack.
Over the next several weeks we will, when appropriate, provide you additional information and action alerts about the EMP threat. I urge you to pass them along to your friends and family and help us raise the level of awareness – and thus prospects for action – with enough time to spare before the unthinkable happens.
I would like to close with a question I asked in one of the emails we sent to you in May. If America devotes the resources to defending itself against an EMP attack, and it never occurs, what’s the worst thing that happens? On the other hand, if we don’t, and it does…?
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To the Editor:
Re “Fake Meats, Finally, Taste Like Chicken” (Business Day, April 3):
The development and growing popularity of palatable meat alternatives — meatless meat, as it were — have tremendous implications for the environment and public health, but also for animal welfare. American farm animals are afforded scant protection under existing welfare laws, and the number of animals worldwide currently suffering in factory farms is enormous.
To give just one example, some 300 million hens in North America are currently housed in tiny battery cages, with six to eight hens to a space the size of a microwave. Via innovative solutions like plant-based egg substitutes, we can dramatically better their lives.
U.S. Executive Director, World Society
for the Protection of Animals
New York, April 4, 2014

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By Kirsten Robbins in Clovis, California, USA
Rock Racing sport director Rudy Pevenage is enjoying being back in cycling, having joined the outfit at the end of last year. The former T-Mobile team suspended Pevenage in 2006, along with Jan Ullrich and Oscar Sevilla, for their involvements with the Spanish doctor Eufemiano Fuentes.
"Cycling was always my life," said Pevenage. "I was a professional for 14 years and I was a directeur sportif for 16 years. At 55, I'd like to stay in this sport. If I can still be active in this sport then it is a good feeling to do what you like to do."
Pevenage encountered Team Columbia-Highroad, formerly called T-Mobile, for the first time since his dismissal at this year's Tour of California. Pevenage said many things have changed during his two years away from the sport.
"It is a little bit strange but this part of my life has passed and I am looking into the future," he said. "I learned a lot of things in the two years that I spent at home. One was that I always have to think of myself first.
"I did a lot of things to help a lot of people in the past," he added. "When you are at home alone, no one is calling you. It is a good lesson in life. Me and my family come first. I am happy to be here now."
Pevenage had a cycling career of his own, with a management career that included time at Telekom/T-Mobile in 1994-2002 and Coast/Bianchi in 2003. He guided Ullrich to victory at the 1997 Tour de France victory and three of his protégés swept the podium at the 2000 Summer Olympics in Sydney, Australia: Ullrich, Alexander Vinokourov and Andreas Klöden.
"I was motivated [to join Rock Racing] because Oscar Sevilla called me many times and said it would be nice if I came with the team because I had some experience and some changes were needed," Pevenage said. "The motivation was there for the riders and staff and it could be a nice moment."
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Dating life hacks
I like to share the stories behind my two favorites, and the other person’s response is usually quite indicative of what kind of person they are.
I also immediately unmatch anyone who asks to see a picture of my butt tattoo because NOPE.” — "Whether it's at home or while I'm traveling, I always choose the lowest possible mile range in the distance filter.
“I started spending time doing other things I enjoy.” Like founding a company, for instance.
“I just didn’t really enjoy it that much,” she says.
“But all their stories were miserable sounding.” The ones in long-term relationships seemed unhappy; the ones out of them seemed to be desperately chasing a ring.
“If someone comes along who meets my lifestyle requirements, maybe I’d consider being with someone,” she says.
If my nearest matches are lame, I'll make the range a bit wider, but closer is always more realistic and bodes better for first-date planning.” — “My number-one tip to weed out the not-so-great guys on online dating apps is to use social media to my advantage.
After I’ve matched with a guy I think may be a good fit, I friend request him or check out his Instagram or Twitter.“I don’t know why people are in such a rush to find that kind of intimate connection when they’re 25.”But are there, perhaps, biological reasons to consider choosing a mate in youth? If a healthy American might live to 100, “the idea of making a decision that affects the next 75 years seems ridiculous to me.

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Team's top five scorers all hail from Maryland The University of Maryland has long been a recruiting force in women's lacrosse, dominating its home state but also cherry-picking national talent and even plucking a select few of the sport's top players from overseas. The program's signature...
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Cornell senior is third in history in points As Maryland takes the field Sunday at Byrd Stadium for its NCAA lacrosse opener, there will be one unsettling sight -- the No. 3 jersey of one of the greatest players in the history of the sport, Cornell attack Rob Pannell. Up NextCornell at...


I flew into Hyderabad, a thriving, modern city in southern India, amid the buzz of President Bush's arrival.
My mission was not to write about the metamorphosis of India's high-tech cities. That was a story that has been told, is being told, in countless forums across the world.
My stories were found in villages untouched by the benefits of globalization, in the vacant eyes of widows whose wails wouldn't subside. They were women, young and old, left alone by the desperate actions of their husbands, farmers who had taken their own lives - swallowed in debt traps as they struggled futilely to keep up with a modernizing world leaving them behind.
I came to them as if an alien, emerging from a car in villages that had none, equipped with my notebook and pen, and a point-and-shoot digital camera.
I wanted to record their images to remember them for my own reporting purposes - but, more importantly, to more vividly highlight the plight of these women and farmers.
I have no skill in photography. I could only hope that I would snap enough photos that some would stand out and convey the weight of these women's stories.
These were women who were not used to being photographed, to being the center of attention. But surprisingly, when I began shooting spontaneously, there was a remarkable lack of self-consciousness, as if the barrier between us quickly melted away.
I was able to stumble onto several poignant scenes. The most moving was the 10-day ceremony following the suicide of the husband of a woman named Gourakka in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. We arrived in the middle of the ceremony, silent observers walking over the sand dunes and onto the searing sand surrounding the glistening waters of the Godavari River.
A day later I visited a widow in the Nalgonda district of Andhra Pradesh.
Premalatha Reddy was a timid woman of 26 who began quietly weeping the moment I approached her in the field where she was milking a buffalo (Reddy is a very common surname in Andhra Pradesh). She had a look in her eyes of utter despair - a vacant, empty look that startled me. It was a look of such hopelessness.
She later invited me to her house to meet her 10-year-old daughter and 7-year-old son.
Premalatha and her mother-in-law, Susheelamma Reddy, 65, insisted on sitting on the ground, giving my interpreter and me chairs. Premalatha told me she had no strength left. "I stopped trusting in God," she said.
The despair remained etched on her face as her mother-in-law began loudly sobbing. She cast her eyes down, gazing at the floor.


During this unprecedented time, the need for different delivery options—specifically pertaining to food and drinks—has never been quite so vital. For some, leaving the house is not an option whether it be for self-quarantining, monitoring symptoms or simply being a bit anxious to leave the comfort of your home during a pandemic. Whatever your reason may be, there are options from Baldor Specialty Foods to help sustain us during social distancing, and luckily it’s all quite delicious.
According to a release, Baldor Specialty Foods, one of the largest wholesale importers and distributors of fresh produce and specialty foods in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions, announced recently that it will be expanding its home delivery service into the Boston and Philadelphia metro-areas and making its vast inventory of thousands of fresh produce and other food items available for consumers to order online.
This announcement comes after immense success for Baldor’s delivery services in the New York City area. Baldor has always prided themselves on providing quality products that you can trust, and adding the new delivery options is an incredible bonus for consumers. With over 1,000 partner farms, it’s easy to see why people do trust Baldor to convey their promise
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Subluxation of the proximal interphalangeal joint is a rare and little studied condition in horses. We describe the case of a 12-year-old mare with bilateral dorsal subluxation of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the hind feet. Tenectomy of the medial digital flexor was performed in both limbs, and the patient showed signs of recovery within 14 days. Goniometry of the proximal interphalangeal joints 10 months after surgery showed diminution of 5° for the proximal interphalangeal axis of the left hind limb. However, no change was found for the joint angle of the right limb. Even so, the patient's gait and radiographic results were normal, and clinical abnormalities such as joint clicking and swelling were no longer observed.
Journal of Equine Veterinary Sience

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Whenever the next James Bond film comes out, we know what he’ll be driving – their first all electric RapidE, a fully electric version of their classic luxury car( hence the name “RapidE” – nice name, right?)
The RapidE is the spearhead of the British luxury carmaker’s new low and zero-emissions initiative, which will also includes such vehicles as the all-electric DBX crossover SUV. There aren’t a lot of details about the electric RapidE just yet. It’s a sporty looking four door sports sedan, based on the Rapide AMR, but with an electric powertrain to in place of the six-litre V12. It will also put out 800 horsepower with a range of 200 miles. Yes. 800 horsepower. Out of an electric car.
Impressed? You should be.
Only about 155 units of the RapidE will be produced, and each will cost about $250,000. Not cheap, but not expensive for an Aston Martin either. It has unfortunately been delayed until 2019, but looks worth the wait.


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Departments: Track, Trace Technology Drives Business Improvements
The food and beverage manufacturing industry faces challenging market conditions on multiple fronts: product safety requirements, razor-thin margins, unique customer orders, and constantly varying stock keeping units. To meet such challenges, manufacturers turn to tracking and tracing tools. Capable of tracking materials and products within a single plant or throughout a network of plants, these tools have the potential to provide a complex range of benefits and competitive advantages. While tracking and...
Features: The Peanut Butter and Pistachio Paradox
We’ve all heard the reports. “Peanut Recall Sparks Large-Scale Food Safety Concerns.” “Pistachios-Salmonella Link Probed.” “Fears of Tainted Spinach Sweep the Nation.”
Features: Sustainability for the Long Haul
Sustainable manufacturing and processing, which reduces raw materials waste and minimizes refuse, is more than a passing trend for companies both large and small during this economic recession. As companies using such practices see it, sustainability attracts consumers. But more fundamentally, it is good for a business’s bottom line.
Columns: It’s Not Easy Being Green
On the first season of “Sesame Street” in 1970, the soon-to-be cultural icon Kermit the Frog sang the immortal line, “It’s not easy being green.” Kermit was of course referring to the difficulties of being a small green creature. But the difficulties involved in being green are quite familiar to most industries, including food manufacturing.
Departments: Intelligent Safety Design Improves Productivity
Ask any food production line manager about the importance of safety, and he will likely tell you about the critical role it plays in protecting personnel, reducing injuries, and meeting compliance demands. These are all valid objectives, but food processors, packaging companies, and machine builders are missing opportunities to respond to the challenges of global consolidation and changing consumer preferences if they only focus on avoiding negative consequences. Instead, they should view safety as a...
Departments: Leverage the Power of Information
The proliferation of new information technologies has brought numerous benefits to the food processing industry, including improvements in overall productivity and efficiency. At the same time, the industry continues to experience major lapses in safety and quality, magnified in recent months by several highly publicized product recalls.
Departments: LIMS in Food Safety Traceability Efforts
Globalization of the food supply chain is a driving factor behind the increasing number of food safety incidents. Producers and importers must perform precise, real-time product safety testing at all stages of production, processing, and distribution to ensure quality and compliance with food safety legislation. Each step in the food chain has its own challenges. Laboratory information management systems (LIMS) play a critical role in the workflow of food producers, ensuring that test data from all parts...
Departments: Processed Air Ensures Food Quality
Compressed air and culinary steam are commonly used in the food industry in a variety of applications including controlling devices used in the processing operation (e.g., using compressed air to open/close a pneumatic valve), handling the product and or packaging (e.g., ingredients handling, product transfer, a drying operation), or coming into contact with a surface in direct contact with the product (e.g., clean in place, using culinary steam to sanitize a component of the processing system).
Departments: The Kitchen is Open
Only a fool would buy a new car without going for a test drive, and food processors now find themselves adopting a similar approach when it comes to purchasing equipment for their facilities. No longer content to simply sign off on the delivery of large ovens and chillers at their docks before trying to adapt the machinery to their particular processes, plant managers have sought a means to ensure, in advance, that such equipment is optimally suited for their operations.


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Bland French toast. Dry turkey sandwiches. A dish that might be chicken tikka masala?
To the chagrin of many frequent flyers, these dishes have come to define the dining experience at United Airlines during the pandemic.
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Andrew Nocella, United’s chief commercial officer, said it could still take a while before passengers see noticeable improvements to the Chicago-based carrier’s menu offerings due to scaling and supply chain issues
“This is one of those things that we didn’t bounce back as well with,” Nocella said while speaking at the Skift Aviation Forum in Fort Worth.
The United executive — who has taken a hands-on approach to improving United’s menu — also revealed that the carrier spends approximately $2 billion a year on food alone and serves about 165,000 meals in premium cabins a day.
He also pointed out that it takes eight months for United to fully change a menu — part of the reason why United’s dining options have seen a sluggish recovery.
At the start of the pandemic, carriers had to scale back dining options since there was virtually no demand for travel. While some carriers, like Delta Air Lines, were able to revive their pre-pandemic quality of dining, United has struggled.
As a result, United has drawn the ire of its frequent flyers, who have taken to industry blogs and social media platforms like Reddit and X, formerly known as Twitter, to post pictures of soggy scrambled eggs or unseasoned pasta.
United’s food has received such poor reception that Nocella said the carrier did not feature anything from its inflight menu during a Polaris event in New York.
However, Nocella noted that United has made some progress in improving its menu. As the carrier is making changes to Polaris by region, Nocella said United has also been overhauling its menus.
United launched a new Polaris menu Sept. 1 for routes to London’s Heathrow Airport (LHR), and Nocella said the new menu received a much warmer reception from passengers.
“The scores are off the charts,” Nocella said. “And we will talk about it more in the future as we have a lot more to say. But we’ve changed the wines, and we’re about to change the bread, all the new entrees.”
It’s unclear when United will be able to implement these menu changes across the board, but Nocella said passengers should be able to taste some improvement on board.
“I do think if you fly United today, the food experience is dramatically better than where it was a year ago,” he said.
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Chocolate Cherry Inferno
Chef Michelle Lunde, Delicate Decadence, Barre, Vermont
4 oz. bittersweet chocolate, chopped
3 oz. unsalted butter
1 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
5 oz. granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 large egg yolks
3/4 teaspoon Kirschvasser cherry liqueur
Handful of dried tart cherries, soaked in the Kirschvasser
Over double boiler, melt chocolate and butter (be careful not to let it get too hot).
In medium bowl, combine cornstarch and sugar. When melted, add the butter and chocolate mixture with a whip.
Crack all the eggs together and whip into the warm chocolate mixture.
Add Kirschvasser, and chill for about an hour.
In flexiform heart-shaped pan, scoop 2 oz. of the chocolate mixture.
Next push a couple of the kirsch-soaked cherries halfway into the mix.
Bake at 375 degrees F for 15-to-20 minutes, until the outside is firm and leaving the inside still a bit molten.
Serve dusted with confectionery sugar and port wine pink peppercorn sauce (recipe follows).
Can be made 1-to-2 days in advance.
PORT WINE PINK PEPPERCORN REDUCTION
1 bottle of Warre’s or Taylor Fladgate Porto
2 tablespoons peppercorns, cracked
In small sauce pot reduce half-to-3/4 bottle of port to half.
Add peppercorns and continue to reduce to syrup.
Add lemon to taste.
Drizzle plate with reduction around the inferno.


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If you lodged a paper visa application your HAP ID is in your Health Examination List (or the equivalent document we provided you). If you lodged your visa application online, your HAP ID is in the referral letter you downloaded when you applied. The clinic can’t locate your case in eMedical without your HAP ID.
How do I book Medical with Hap ID?
You will need the HAP ID to make an appointment for your health examinations. Call 1300 794 919 to arrange your health examinations if:
- you do not have internet access, or.
- you need to arrange a Carer visa assessment, or.
- you need to arrange a fitness to depart or travel assessment.
How do I do a health declaration in ImmiAccount?
Once you have logged into ImmiAccount click on the New application button. Then click on the My Health Declarations link by expanding the Health application group. The My Health Declarations form will then open.
How long after medical Is visa granted Australia?
HEALTH CLEARANCES – Please note the average time for a health clearance to be processed once a medical check has been undertaken is: Eight weeks for a Temporary Entry visa. Three months for a Permanent Entry visa.
How long is hap ID valid for?
The medical reports are valid for 12 months from the date of issue.
How can I get my Hap ID online?
If you lodged your visa application online, your HAP ID is in the referral letter you downloaded when you applied. You will be directed to this service automatically. The clinic can’t locate your case in eMedical without your HAP ID.
How much is medical fee for immigration?
Since the beginning of October, both the testing procedures and the fee associated with the mandatory medical examination for adult immigrant visa applicants (aged 15 and older) have changed. The new examination fee for all adult IV applicants is now approximately $275.
What things are checked in visa medical?
General physical checks for eyes, nose, heart, lungs, and others, chest X-rays, blood tests for HIV and Syphilis and urine tests are common tests that immigrants must undergo when applying for a Canadian PR.
What is checked in medical test for Australian visa?
Applicants intending to work as (or studying to be) a doctor, dentist, nurse or paramedic are required to undergo a chest x-ray and medical examination as well as HIV, Hepatitis B and Hepatitis C testing. Medical information such as a chest x-ray is used to assess an applicant’s standard of health.
Is health examination required for Australian visitor visa?
Generally, permanent and provisional visa applicants need to have these health examinations: Under 2 years of age – a medical examination. 11 or more but under 15 years of age – a medical examination and a chest x-ray. 15 or more years of age – a medical examination, a chest x-ray and a HIV test.
What are the reasons for Australian visa rejection?
Here are some of the most common reasons for Australia Visa Rejection:
- Fail to meet Australia’s health requirements:
- Incomplete application form:
- Inadequate Information:
- Invalid or damaged passport:
- Lack of Financial Support Proof:
- Lack of Professional Help:
- Improper ties in home country:
- Past Criminal Records.
Do I need to complete a health declaration form?
You will need to complete the health declaration form before you register with Ofsted to look after or care for children. This form used to be known as the health declaration booklet. Please complete this form if: you’re applying to register as a childminder on the Early Years Register.
How long does it take for a visa to be approved Australia?
How long does it take to get a Australian visa or ETA? Standard processing time for the Australian visa and ETA is 24 hours. Rushed visas can be done sooner then 24 hours and super rushed processing time takes 1 hour.
How long does it take to get Australian citizenship after applying?
If you have applied for Australian citizenship by conferral: 90% of applications are processed within 14 months. 90% of approved applicants will have the opportunity to attend a ceremony within 8 months of approval.
How long does it take to get PR after marriage in Australia?
Processing time will take about 18 – 24 months. In total, after you initially apply for a partner visa, it will take 3.5 – 4 years to be granted permanent residency.

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Exploring the Effects of GLP-1s on Lean Mass Loss
Exploring the Effects of GLP-1s on Lean Mass Loss
Are you looking to shed some unwanted pounds while maintaining your lean muscle mass? Look no further than GLP-1s! In this article, we will delve into the world of GLP-1s and explore their effects on lean mass loss. Whether you're a fitness enthusiast or simply curious about the latest advancements in weight management, this article is for you. So, let's jump right in and discover the fascinating world of GLP-1s!
Understanding GLP-1s: An Overview
Before we dive into the effects of GLP-1s on lean mass loss, let's first understand what GLP-1s are. GLP-1s, or glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists, are a class of medications commonly used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes. They work by mimicking the effects of a hormone called GLP-1, which is responsible for regulating blood sugar levels.
GLP-1s, such as exenatide and liraglutide, are administered via injections and are known for their ability to lower blood sugar levels, promote weight loss, and improve insulin sensitivity. However, recent research has shed light on the potential of GLP-1s in preserving lean muscle mass, making them an exciting prospect for individuals aiming to lose weight without sacrificing their hard-earned muscles.
What are GLP-1s?
GLP-1s are medications that mimic the effects of GLP-1, a hormone naturally produced by the body. GLP-1 plays a crucial role in regulating blood sugar levels by stimulating insulin secretion and inhibiting glucagon release. By activating GLP-1 receptors, GLP-1s enhance the body's insulin response, resulting in improved blood sugar control.
But the benefits of GLP-1s don't end there. These medications have also been found to have positive effects on weight management. When GLP-1s are administered, they slow down gastric emptying, which means that food stays in the stomach for a longer period of time. This leads to a feeling of fullness and reduces the amount of food intake. By curbing hunger and reducing food cravings, GLP-1s can support weight loss efforts.
The Role of GLP-1s in the Body
Aside from their glucose-lowering effects, GLP-1s have several other benefits in the body. They slow down gastric emptying, making you feel fuller for longer and reducing food intake. Furthermore, GLP-1s promote the release of satiety hormones, such as leptin, and decrease the secretion of hunger hormones like ghrelin. These combined effects can help curb cravings and promote weight loss.
But how do GLP-1s impact lean muscle mass? Recent studies have shown that GLP-1s may have a positive effect on muscle preservation during weight loss. Losing weight often results in a loss of both fat and muscle mass. However, GLP-1s may help to minimize the loss of lean muscle tissue, allowing individuals to maintain a higher proportion of muscle while shedding excess fat.
One possible explanation for this effect is that GLP-1s stimulate protein synthesis in the body. Protein synthesis is the process by which the body builds new proteins, including muscle tissue. By enhancing protein synthesis, GLP-1s may help to counteract the muscle loss that typically occurs during weight loss.
Additionally, GLP-1s have been found to increase energy expenditure, or the number of calories burned by the body. This can further support weight loss efforts by increasing the overall calorie deficit. By preserving lean muscle mass and promoting weight loss, GLP-1s offer a potential solution for individuals looking to achieve a healthier body composition.
In conclusion, GLP-1s are a class of medications that mimic the effects of a hormone called GLP-1. They are commonly used in the treatment of type 2 diabetes and have been found to have numerous benefits, including glucose control, weight loss promotion, and improved insulin sensitivity. Recent research suggests that GLP-1s may also play a role in preserving lean muscle mass during weight loss, making them an exciting prospect for individuals aiming to achieve both weight loss and muscle preservation.
The Connection Between GLP-1s and Lean Mass
Now that we have a fundamental understanding of GLP-1s, let's discuss their connection with lean muscle mass. Traditionally, weight loss regimens often result in not only fat loss but also muscle mass loss. This can be problematic, as lean mass plays a vital role in maintaining metabolic rate and overall physical well-being.
The Science Behind GLP-1s and Lean Mass
Recent studies have shown that GLP-1s may help mitigate lean mass loss during weight loss attempts. One study conducted on obese individuals found that those who received GLP-1 treatment experienced less muscle wasting compared to those who did not. The preservation of lean mass in the GLP-1 group was attributed to the hormone's ability to enhance protein synthesis and inhibit protein breakdown.
Additionally, GLP-1s have been shown to promote the growth of lean muscle mass in individuals undergoing resistance training. By accelerating muscle protein synthesis, GLP-1s may enhance the effects of exercise, leading to increased muscle mass and strength.
Recent Studies on GLP-1s and Lean Mass Loss
In a groundbreaking study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism, researchers examined the effects of GLP-1 treatment on lean mass preservation in individuals with obesity and prediabetes. The study found that GLP-1 therapy not only led to significant weight loss but also resulted in the preservation of lean muscle mass. These findings suggest that GLP-1s may be a valuable asset in combating the negative effects of weight loss on lean body mass.
Potential Benefits of GLP-1s on Lean Mass Preservation
So, how exactly can GLP-1s help preserve lean muscle mass? Let's take a closer look at their potential benefits in this regard.
How GLP-1s Could Prevent Lean Mass Loss
One proposed mechanism for the lean mass preserving effects of GLP-1s is their ability to enhance insulin sensitivity. By improving glucose utilization and reducing insulin resistance, GLP-1s may promote an anabolic environment in which muscle protein synthesis is favored over breakdown.
Furthermore, GLP-1s have been found to decrease levels of inflammatory markers, such as C-reactive protein (CRP), that are associated with muscle wasting. By reducing inflammation, GLP-1s may help protect lean muscle mass from damage and promote its preservation.
Case Studies on GLP-1s and Lean Mass Preservation
Several case studies have provided further evidence of GLP-1s' potential in preserving lean muscle mass. One case report followed a patient with type 2 diabetes who was treated with a GLP-1 agonist. Not only did the patient experience significant weight loss, but their lean muscle mass also remained stable throughout the treatment period.
In another case study, a group of individuals undergoing bariatric surgery were given GLP-1 therapy pre- and post-surgery. The results showed that those who received GLP-1 treatment experienced less lean mass loss compared to those who did not. This indicates that GLP-1s may be an effective strategy in preventing muscle wasting during weight loss interventions.
Risks and Considerations of GLP-1s
As with any medication, it is important to be aware of the potential risks and considerations associated with GLP-1s.
Possible Side Effects of GLP-1s
While generally well-tolerated, GLP-1s can cause side effects such as nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. These symptoms are usually mild and transient, but it's important to consult with your healthcare provider if you experience any persistent or severe side effects.
Who Should and Shouldn't Use GLP-1s
GLP-1s are primarily indicated for individuals with type 2 diabetes who have not achieved optimal blood sugar control with other medications. Additionally, GLP-1s may be suitable for individuals seeking weight loss or those at risk of developing type 2 diabetes.
However, GLP-1s should be used with caution in individuals with a history of pancreatitis, gastroparesis (delayed stomach emptying), or kidney problems. Your healthcare provider will assess your individual circumstances and determine whether GLP-1 therapy is appropriate for you.
Future Research Directions on GLP-1s and Lean Mass Loss
While the current evidence on GLP-1s and lean mass preservation is promising, there are still many unanswered questions in the field.
Unanswered Questions in the Field
For instance, the optimal dosage and duration of GLP-1 therapy for maximizing lean mass preservation have yet to be established. Further research is needed to determine the long-term effects of GLP-1s on muscle mass and whether these effects are sustainable in the absence of treatment.
The Potential of GLP-1s in Weight Management and Body Composition
Looking ahead, researchers are also interested in exploring the potential of GLP-1s in the wider context of weight management and body composition. Could GLP-1s be the missing piece of the puzzle for individuals struggling to lose weight while preserving lean muscle mass? Only time and further research will tell.
In conclusion, GLP-1s offer a promising avenue for individuals aiming to preserve lean muscle mass while shedding unwanted pounds. These medications not only help regulate blood sugar levels and promote weight loss but also have the potential to protect and promote the growth of lean muscle mass. As research continues to uncover the full extent of GLP-1s' effects on lean mass loss, it's an exciting time for those pursuing healthier body composition. So, if you're looking to transform your physique, consider exploring the effects of GLP-1s and embark on a journey of lean mass preservation like never before!


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Tube & Berger’s second album is a polished affair. Mixing tough house beats with an array of vocal guest slots, it further establishes them as a powerful blend of savvy pop-rock vocals and solid, four to the floor beats. The vocals on ‘Quiet Time’ are particularly good, White Lies drafted in for an excellent song that hits hard emotionally too. ‘We Are All Stars’ is reminiscent of peak time Moby, and has a really catchy hook, while ‘Dust Feel’ and the strong opener ‘Burning Road’ are both moody numbers. The baby noises on ‘Loyando’ won’t be to everyone’s taste, but they show the willingness of the duo to push the boat out a bit, bringing spontaneity to their otherwise polished sound.
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There’s absolutely nothing quite like a 20-minute sweat session in a sauna. You feel extra loosened up and rested after you’re done, and also the warmth aids eliminate sore muscle mass and improves your general health and wellness and also health far infrared sauna twice a day when sick.
Yet if the heats of a conventional sauna are just way too much for you to deal with, an infrared sauna may use the benefits of a sauna without the severe warm.
What is an infrared sauna?
Unlike a typical sauna, infrared saunas don’t heat the air around you. Rather, they utilize infrared lights (that use electromagnetic radiation) to warm your body directly.
” These saunas utilize infrared panels instead of traditional warmth to quickly penetrate human tissue, heating up your body before warming up the air,” clarifies physiotherapist, Vivian Eisenstadt, MAPT, CPT, MASP.
An infrared sauna can operate at a lower temperature (usually in between 120 ˚F as well as 140 ˚F) than a typical sauna, which is normally in between 150 ˚F and also 180 ˚F.
Suppliers claim that in an infrared sauna, just concerning 20 percent of the warmth mosts likely to heat the air and also the various other 80 percent straight heats your body.
Advocates of infrared saunas claim the warm permeates much more deeply than warmed up air. This allows you to experience a much more intense sweat at a reduced temperature level.
Eisenstadt states this atmosphere is a lot more bearable, which permits you to remain in the sauna much longer while raising your core body temperature by a couple of levels.
What are the intended advantages of using an infrared sauna?
The expected advantages of using an infrared sauna are similar to those experienced with a typical sauna. These consist of:
- far better sleep
- weight loss
- relief from aching muscular tissues
- remedy for joint pain such as joint inflammation
- clear as well as tighter skin
boosted blood circulation
- help for people with chronic fatigue syndrome
Individuals have actually been using saunas for centuries for all sorts of health and wellness problems. While there are numerous research studies as well as study on conventional saunas, there aren’t as lots of studies that look particularly at infrared saunas:
A small 10-person studyTrusted Source found that people with fatigue syndrome benefited from using an infrared sauna as part of a total therapy.
Another 10-person studyTrusted Resource discovered that infrared saunas aided decrease muscle mass discomfort and also increase healing from strength-training sessions.
According to one review, several studies have discovered that infrared light treatment saunas might help reduce high blood pressure.
The absence of strong evidence and wide-spread research studies regarding the possible benefits of infrared saunas leaves the customer (you) to sort through the cases made by the business that supply this service.
In a similar way, there are no reports of unfavorable results so far, beyond the warns regarding any sauna experience. These consist of the opportunities of getting too hot, drying out, as well as disturbance with medicine, along with the possible dangers for those who are expecting, have heart disease, or are under the influence of drugs or alcohol, to name a few.
Fortunately: Even if your sweat session does not do all of the important things it claims to do, at least it still feels excellent. And also, it contributes to your overall health and wellness and wellness by helping you relax, chilling out rigid or tight muscle mass, lowering joint discomfort, and giving you some much required time to yourself.
Just how do you use an infrared sauna?
Many people will certainly do infrared sauna therapies at a health club, health facility, or physician’s workplace, while others will purchase and also build one in their home. If you choose to give an infrared sauna a try, it is very important to recognize that they do not come with universal directions.
There are guidelines you can adhere to, however inevitably, how you select to use an infrared sauna depends on you. Here are some suggestions to get you began.
Drink water. Make sure you’re moistened before entering into an infrared sauna. Consume alcohol a glass of water prior to your session. You can additionally bring water right into the sauna, especially if you’re sensitive to greater heats up.
Select the temperature. The average temperature for an infrared sauna ranges from 100 ˚F to 150 ˚F, with beginners beginning at the reduced end as well as more knowledgeable customers at the higher end. If this is your first time, begin with 100 ˚F. You may want to remain at this temperature for a few sessions. You can constantly increase the temperature level each session up until you get to 150 ˚F.
Length of time. For first-time customers, begin with 10 to 15 minutes. You can include time each session up until you get to the suggested time of 20 to 30 minutes. Saunas feature a timer, so see to it to set it. You do not intend to stay in there also long as well as threat ending up being dehydrated.
Clothing. How you dress is your option. Some people will wear swimsuit, while others choose to go in naked.
What you can do while in the sauna. Relax, read, practice meditation, listen to music, or browse through with buddies. Just do not go to sleep.
After the session mores than. When your session is done, it’s recommended that you take your time and allow your body cool. Once cooled down, do not hesitate to shower or bathroom. Just see to it you are consuming lots of water.
Variety of sessions each week. Many centers that use infrared sauna treatments recommend making use of the sauna 3 to four days per week. If you are healthy and also tolerate the 4 days, you can make use of the sauna daily.
What should you understand prior to you attempt an infrared sauna?
There are a few things you need to know prior to delighting in your very first session.
Prevent utilizing an infrared sauna if you’ve been drinking alcohol.
If you really feel ill or have a fever, it’s ideal to wait to use the sauna up until you’re really feeling much better.
Making use of an infrared sauna will trigger you to sweat a lot, so you might really feel lightheaded when you stand. If this takes place, make certain you stand up slowly and sit down when you leave the sauna. Consume water right away after finishing your session and wait on your body to cool down prior to doing anything else.
In extreme cases, some people might experience overheating (heat stroke as well as warmth exhaustion) or dehydration.
If you have any health and wellness problems such as high blood pressure, heart troubles, or are under medical care, get cleared by your doctor prior to your first session. Although infrared saunas have actually been located to be rather risk-free, you do not want to take any kind of possibilities when it involves your health and safety.


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Allocate oil exploration blocks – India to Sri Lanka
India is persuading Sri Lanka to allocate oil exploration blocks in the waters that separate them as it considers the location too strategically important to allow companies from other nations to base themselves in this area.
Diplomatic sources said the two countries were trying to set up a meeting between the Petroleum Ministers this month to discuss the issue afresh, now that Cairns India has struck oil in one of the blocks. If the talks make progress, the two Ministers could meet again in October, the sources said.
After the war with the LTTE (Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam) ended in 2009, Cairns, which was allocated a block two years earlier, was encouraged by New Delhi to take up exploitation in earnest. This was the first time in 25 years that a company had prospected for oil in an area whose seas were considered no-go areas during the heyday of the LTTE.
India plans to step up its efforts in view of the international interest in the area after the war ended. Russian, Vietnamese and Malaysian companies have held meetings on the subject with senior Sri Lankan officials while China has also expressed its desire to get involved.
While Russia, Vietnam and Malaysia are considered friendly countries, New Delhi would not like to court adverse publicity at home if Chinese companies are successful. It has faced flak after the Chinese took up the expansion of Hambantota port in southern Sri Lanka because India had passed up the opportunity.
But officials feel Sri Lanka could be playing for time after it informed the Indians about plans to carve out more blocks from the existing ones — Colombo might be sizing up the potential to strike a favourable revenue-sharing arrangement, they said.
New Delhi expects a favourable response after having stood by Sri Lanka during its annihilation of the LTTE’s military structure even though sections of the world community and Indian domestic public opinion assailed the security forces for human rights abuses.
Source: The Hindu
India owed us to stay neutral at least when we totally annihilated the LTTE. This is because Indira Gandhi, trained, funded and armed LTTE terrorist organisation through RAW and released this terrible virus/scourge on us to cripple our economy for 30 years and to kill many thousands and caused destruction which ran into billons of rupees. We do not owe anything to India. Infact India owed us, because we killed VP who killed Indira Gandhi’s son Rajiv Gandhi.
India has been a bad trading partner. It dumps all their shoddy and out-of-date goods on us at exhorbitant rates. This is not the act of a friend but an enemy. Already Cairn, a conglomerate of India and Britain are exploring oil in the Mannar basin and have struck oil and gas. We get only 5% of the profit. What a ridiculous amount! Hence it is paramount we are focused on deals which are for our best interest and not to benefit India. This resource we have should be auctioned to companies from China, Russia, Malaysia and Vietnam who are our friends, on negotiated best terms for us, and not the paltry 5% profit thrown at us, like leftover bone to a dog.
The responder is absolutely correct. India will owe us
(Sri lankans) for generations. They trained, supported & now even give shelter & refuge to hardcore LTTE members their kith & kin.
Bad enough already streaming Indians coming across the sea WITHOUT VISAS as allowed by our Govt. It will be soon Tamils/Indians controlling every aspect of our lives.
No more ABSOLUTELY never anymore consideration for Indians. Even at an expense we can easily get Vitenam, Russia & Mid East countries to come & explore.
NOT only that even the present free trade agreement with India is one sided & benefits India the most.
They want to tie up, electricity, and much more underground sea cables, whole gambit of intrusions,plus large numbers of Indians are now inhabiting Moneragala & Bibile area in North Central Province.
This would undermine our independence & sovereignity, which the WEST gladly applaud, India doing the dirty work for them.
STOP NOW!! and seek help of other countries. Best is to pay all our loans back and call it quits.
Just exprseeing my views about my Motherland…Gamunu-retd engr-Canada
SL should not hand over every thing to India, and there is no reason to do so, it should be done in favour of SL, so it should be auctioned to our friendly counties
Please do not give the Indians opportunity to exploit our wealth. When things go bad they will look for a division in our society and support the dividers to achieve their own ends.
I am tamizh person living in the North and I want peace and United Sri Lanka. The days of war and division are gone. Goodbye bad days. We don’t want to talk about it any longer. We want one country and we want to live with our Sinhala and Muslim brothers and sisters.

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INTERPRETIVE SIGN PROJECT SHOWS ENVIRONMENTAL VALUE ON CAMPUS; E-Inside; February 11, 2016
A Kent State University student’s interpretive sign project is helping the university become more environmentally friendly.
Krisztina Janossy, who graduated this past December, started her interpretive design project for sustainable features on the Kent Campus. Janossy created signs at three sites located behind Henderson Hall and the Liquid Crystal Institute®: the butterfly garden, peatland wetland and permeable pavement.
Janossy worked in the Office of Environmental Health and Safety at Kent State as an environmental outreach coordinator. She graduated with a degree in communication studies with a concentration in applied communications.
Janossy says one of her graduation requirements was to complete a practicum that included aspects of journalism, communication and design.
“When Dennis Baden, director of Environmental Health and Safety, pitched the idea for this project, I saw a great opportunity to use my background in graphic design,” Janossy says. “I was excited about the creative freedom and learning something new.”
Baden says that Kent State holds a MS4 Stormwater Permit, which mandates outreach to the general public about awareness of stormwater issues.
“To help us meet that requirement, I wanted to create informative signage to be placed at our numerous stormwater improvement controls on campus,” Baden says. “I initially spoke to people in the Office of the University Architect who were interested in creating interpretive signage for the butterfly garden and the peatland wetland. I thought it was a terrific idea and expressed our interest in partnering with that project as long as we could also create a stormwater-specific interpretive sign to go with the other two signs.”
Janossy says she started researching the project last summer and worked with Kent State faculty and staff in the Department of Biological Sciences.
“I learned a lot about being eco-friendly and the power of nature,” Janossy says. “The signs are one example of Kent State’s commitment as environmental stewards. Kent State is a green-friendly campus.”
Each sign displays information about the site and explains its environmental value.
Janossy says the two most important aspects she wants to educate the public about are stormwater pollution and preserving wetlands.
“The idea is to educate the public about controlling these sites and keeping them as natural as possible so life can still grow there,” Janossy says.
Janossy says she has received positive feedback about her project from people who have visited the sites.
“The biggest accomplishment I got out of this project was the opportunity to leave my mark at Kent State,” Janossy says. “I hope to come back years down the road and still see my signs at these sites.”
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Australian billionaire magnate James Packer, who is tied to the corruption trial of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, allegedly cited a person connected to the Mossad while threatening a businessman, Australian newspapers reported Tuesday.
According to The Age and The Sydney Morning Herald, the unnamed businessman was so concerned by the emailed threat that he sought security and legal advice on the matter, and spent tens of thousands of Australian dollars on securing his home.
The emails were discussed during an inquiry by the New South Wales Independent Liquor and Gaming Commission, but lawyers for Packer had asked for the specific contents to be kept hidden due to what they said was Packer’s mental state at the time of writing.
“I was sick at the time,” Packer said.
Packer has been public about his battles with depression and has sought treatment in the past. The inquiry is examining whether gaming empire Crown should be allowed a casino license in New South Wales, with Packer’s suitability as a “close associate” of the company investigated on character grounds.
Despite his lawyers’ request for suppression, the newspapers revealed that the threat involved the unnamed individual from the Israeli intelligence agency.
The reports said that in the threat to the leading private equity executive, Packer referred to a person connected to the intelligence agency “and their capacity to threaten” the businessman.
The businessman refused to comment on the reports to the newspapers.
According to the Sydney Morning Herald, Packer told the inquiry, via video link from his superyacht, that it “came as a surprise” to him that the businessman would be worried by the threat, but admitted that his emails were “shameful” and “disgraceful.”
The inquiry heard that at around the same time that Packer sent the email, he was planning to launch a cybersecurity business with Hollywood-based Israeli movie mogul Arnon Milchan — who has said he was involved in clandestine arms deals and efforts to buy technologies that Israel allegedly needed to make nuclear weapons — and another person whom the newspaper described as “subsequently connected to Mossad.”
According to transcripts leaked to Channel 13 news last year, Milchan told police investigators he was friendly with Mossad chief Yossi Cohen and that he introduced Cohen to Packer and the two became fast friends.
Milchan and others testified that Cohen was in talks to join Packer and Milchan’s cybersecurity company, Blue Sky International, right up until his appointment as Mossad head in 2015. Cohen’s office denied the report.
The Australian reports did not mention either Cohen or Blue Sky International.
Accusations against Netanyahu at his trial on charges of fraud, breach of trust and accepting bribes include allegations over his acceptance of some $200,000 in gifts such as cigars and champagne from Milchan and Packer.
Additionally, the premier’s son Yair has spent time at Packer’s apartment in the Royal Beach Hotel in Tel Aviv.
The Netanyahus have denied any wrongdoing.


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Psychoanalytic Theory, Therapy and the Self presents, in a readily accessible form, the overall theoretical position adopted by the author in his two earlier books Personality Structure and Human Interaction (1961) and Schizoid Phenomena, Object Relations and the Self (1968). Part One, addressing itself to theoretical issues in psychoanalysis, traces the changes which have occurred in psychodynamic thought since Freud's early conjectures, reflecting the physicality mode of scientific thought in which he had been trained and typified by the theory of instincts have been largely modified or superseded by the contributions of object-relations theory. Part Two, based on a series of seminars devoted to the structure and treatment of the schizoid personality, puts the theoretical issues discussed in Part One into perspective of therapeutic practice.
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“The clock you’d find in Bertie Wooster’s penthouse”
A wonderful example of an 8 day table clock from the golden age of Art Deco, the 1930s. Made in Britain, this rear wind timepiece has been fully serviced and oiled and, like all our timepieces, enjoys a 5 year warrantee.
The Square dial has a pale blue Moire silk background, over which sits a brushed silver chapter ring with Art Deco numerals. Un-filled cathedral hands show the hours and minutes. A gilt frame sports a deep blue enamelled ‘greek key’ pattern.
The movement is set using a crown affixed to the rear centre of the movement and the built in winder folds neatly away, as does the stand should the customer wish to travel with this robust timepiece.
At 77mm wide and 77mm high this unique clock is versatile indeed.
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One of the world’s supreme luxury yachts, owned by Starbucks coffee billionaire Howard Schulz, turned heads on a visit to Torbay over the weekend.
Dwarfed by the bay’s resident cruise ships, the yacht Pi is 77 metres long and was built in the Netherlands in 2019.
Pi was named Motor Yacht of the Year at the World Superyacht Awards last year.
She anchored amongst stranded cruise ships in the bay, which has been nicknamed "the Torbay car park" during the Covid-19 pandemic.
The yacht has luxury accommodation for 12 guests and 18 crew, along with a ‘touch and go’ helicopter pad, glass-bottomed swimming pool and special rough sea stabilisers.
Pi has since departed, crossing the English Channel to head to Portugal.
Howard Schultz started working at Starbucks in 1982 and bought the company in the late 80s.
Mr Schultz was named the 209th-richest person in the U.S. by Forbes last year, with a net worth of $4.3 billion.
According to Marine Traffic, there are currently eight ships off South Devon: Oosterdam, Volendam, Eurodam, Arcadia, Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, Marella Discovery and Marella Discovery 2. The latter lost her anchor during bad weather in Torbay on January 19.
The sight of the grand ships awaiting the end of the pandemic drew tourists last year.
The major cruise lines don’t yet know when they will be able to sail again, but do not expect it will be before the second quarter of 2021.
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The cruise liner companies have been haemorrhaging money during the pandemic.
Carnival’s most recent results show an $8 billion loss for the first three quarters of 2020, which compares with a profit of roughly $2.6bn over the same period in 2019.
According to the Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA), between mid-March and September of last year the suspension of cruise operations resulted in an estimated loss of more than 518,000 jobs and $23 billion in wages globally.

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Price level for an apartment in Shanghai
I have been living in Shanghai for two years now and have moved three times. The reason why I have moved so frequently is not because of bad standard or that I was unlucky with my roommates, but I simply just wanted to live in some different areas in Shanghai.
I simply believe that the price level for apartments are the same as in my hometown Oslo. But if you live a bit outside the city centre, the prices are more affordable and student friendly. However, I am an expat and was given a budget from my company that I could use for a nice apartment downtown.
My last apartment was a 90 square meter big apartment in the French Concession area – an area that is perfect for expats moving to Shanghai. I paid 4000,- RMB for this apartment and my boyfriend did the same, so the total cost of the apartment was at 8000,- RMB.
If you want an apartment in Shanghai, please contact us in the contact form underneath and we will provide you with some alternatives!
I was a bit shocked how much it costed to have a good location in Shanghai compared to other cities. There is a very close correlation between price and central location for apartments in Shanghai.
Puxi versus Pudong
The prices for food and clothes are cheaper than in Norway, which makes it more economically convinient to live in Shanghai – but the rent is around the same. However, it is hard to determine what should be called “the city centre” in Shanghai. If you are a young expat that wants to live “where everything happens”, you move to Puxi. If you are a family looking for a good property in relaxed surroundings, checking out apartments in Pudong would not be a bad idea.

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Stephen King adaptations are everywhere these days including both films and series. HBO has their own King adaptation in the works, The Outsider.
Today it was revealed by Variety that Ben Mendelsohn is set to star in the series about the investigation into the gruesome murder of a local boy by a seasoned cop and an unconventional investigator. The mystery leads the men to question everything they believe as a supernatural force makes its presence known.
Mendelsohn, who not only stars but will produce, is most well known for his roles in Rogue One: A Star Wars Story and his Emmy Award-winning role in Netflix’s “Bloodlines”. He is also set to star in Captain Marvel.
Jason Bateman (“Ozark”) will direct the first two episodes of the series as well as serve as executive producer. Media Rights Capital will both serve as the studio and produce along with Aggregate and Temple Hill.
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Dear Students and Parents,
Welcome to Virgie Robinson Elementary! I want to inform you of the Robinson Elementary Positive Discipline plan that we have developed. The plan is the result of our belief that everyone can and should be responsible for their actions, both positive and negative.
The High Five Behavior Program. The five umbrella rules are:
Each grade level team of staff members will be establishing grade level discipline procedures for students that fail to follow the High Five rules. All students will be expected to follow the High Five rules and the resulting team discipline plan.
Those students who follow the High Five rules will be nominated by staff to receive an award during our student recognition assemblies. Each grade level team may establish other ways to honor those students. Any student who reacts to the High Five rules in a negative way will be held responsible for his/her actions. In general, the following steps will be taken:
· Which High Five rule did you fail to follow?
· Describe what you did.
· How did your behavior cause a problem?
· What could you do next time to show responsible behavior?
· Is there anything I can do to help you?
Depending on the severity of the behavior and/or the repetition of poor behavior you shall be contacted.
Student, staff and parent communication and support is the key to the entire process of working to develop student responsibility for their actions. In summary, we have developed a positive discipline plan where the students are given responsibility for following the Hive Five rules and any resulting guidelines from grade level teams. We will honor those who behave in a positive fashion and work to facilitate a behavior plan for those who do not. Communication and support between our school and the child’s home is important to the entire process.


The Sheffield Police Department has identified the deceased individual discovered at a duplex on Tuesday.
Responding to a call at approximately 4:55 a.m. in the 800 block of West Montgomery concerning an unconscious person, officers observed a white male with gunshot injuries near the front door upon arrival.
The victim has been identified as 64-year-old Thomas James Hairrell from Sheffield, according to the police.
Authorities are presently in the process of interviewing neighbors and witnesses.
Hairrell’s remains are being conveyed to the Alabama Department of Forensic Science for a thorough examination.
The Sheffield Police Department urges anyone with relevant information to contact them at 256-386-5630.
This is a developing story that will be updated when more information is available.


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In this There She Goes guitar lesson video, I will show you how to play this great song by The La's in its entirety.
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20 Oct 2012 - 17 Feb 2013
The Civic and The Arts
20 October 2012 - 17 February 2013
BILDERBEDARF presents works of art by the following artists: Francis Alÿs, Karel Appel, Georg Baselitz, Joseph Beuys, KP Bremer, Christo & Jeanne Claude, Jeremy Deller, Felix Droese, K. O. Götz, Gotthard Graubner, Hans Haacke, Jörg Immendorff, Alfredo Jaar, Rolf Julius, Käthe Kollwitz, Wolfgang Mattheuer, A. R. Penck, Gerhard Richter, Karin Sander, Christoph Schlingensief, Willi Sitte, Gerhard Wendland, Stephan Wewerka, Klaus Staeck und Hann Trier.
Looking back upon the past sixty years, how and whereby did art have an impact on public discourse? What kind of debates were initiated by certain works of art? How did artists contribute to public debates? Questions such as these are at the centre of the exhibition "BILDERBEDARF. The Civic and the Arts" that opens on October 20, 2012, at the Staatliche Kunsthalle Baden-Baden.
BILDERBEDARF takes a retrospective look on the time since 1945. The works of art that are on display at the exhibition have been selected according to criteria that, at first, might seem unusual: Our point of interest was the concrete and therefore verifiable effect these works of art had in the realm of the civil society. Correspondingly, the exhibition illustrates how individual works of art have not only been received in terms of their aesthetic quality but, beyond that, have become meaningful symbols for society.
A central work of art shown in the exhibition BILDERBEDARF is Gerhard Richter's painting "Onkel Rudi". The story of its reception serves well to illustrate how art has had an influence on public discourse by addressing the subject of historical injustice. In 1968 the German art dealer and curator René Block travelled to Prague. He was transporting works of art by German artists – such as Gerhard Richter's painting "Onkel Rudi" that shows his uncle, wearing German Wehrmacht uniform – in order to exhibit them there. Afterwards, they were meant to be given to the village of Lidice as a gift and for compensation. Lidice had been completely destroyed be German forces in 1942. Yet the artworks soon had to be relocated: After the invasion of Soviet troops and the abrupt ending of the Prague Spring, they were brought to a safe place and disappeared. It was only thirty years later that these works of art were found again close to Prague and that they were officially given to the municpality of Lidice. Thus, a private initiative has turned into a symbolical act of ethical compensation.
In a more direct manner, Christoph Schlingensief's project "Ausländer Raus!" ("Foreigners Out!") that took place in 2000 has has an effect on civic life. Invited by Luc Bondy, the artistic director of the Wiener Festiwochen (Vienna Festival), Christoph Schlingensief established a container village for immigrants close-by the Vienna State Opera. In the style of popular TV shows like "Big Brother", people could vote for the eviction of participants by telephone and on the Internet. The "winner" was supposed to receive a permanent residence authorisation through marrying an Austrian. Schlingensief's project coincides with the ruling of the conservative Austrian People's Party and right-wing populist Freedom Party of Autria (FPÖ) under the aegis of Jörg Haider. His staged deportation was broadly covered by the media and evoked lifely public debates.
Gerhard Richter's painting "Onkel Rudi" and Christoph Schlingensief's project "Ausländer Raus!" are only two of many more examples of the exhibition BILDERBEDARF which traces the impact of art on public discourse. A poetic contribution to support this claim is made by Francis Alÿs’ installation "When Faith Moves Mountains". For this project that was realised in 2002 in Lima he found more than 500 volunteers to make an attempt at literally moving a mountain - equipped with nothing but shovels and good will. This powerful as much as seemingly ineffective act against the laws of nature serves as a parable for the utopian aim of the exhibition.
In October 2013 there will be a follow-up exhibition, focusing on the meaning of art for public discourse in the globalised civil society of the 21st centrury.


Two Greek Hotel Bodies Join UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge
Two hotel bodies in Greece, the Santorini Hoteliers Association (SHA) and the Atlantida Association of Small Local Hotel Owners on Santorini announced that they had signed a global agreement to promote sustainable tourism and heritage conservation through the “UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge”.
Created in 2019 in cooperation with Expedia Group, the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge aims to promote sustainable travel, community resilience and heritage conservation globally. By signing the pledge, properties publicly commit to actions that will reduce the environmental impact of their businesses, raising awareness to travelers and helping them make more sustainable travel choices
In this direction, the SHA said it would be providing assistance to island residents who are in need while the Atlantida Association of Small Local Hotel Owners would be taking actions to support the well-being of residents by encouraging local employment, the use of local suppliers and work that respects the island’s natural environment, aiming for the smallest possible environmental footprint.
“We are very excited to join UNESCO’s collective effort, contributing to the conservation and protection of the environment and achieving our commitment to reduce single-use plastics, support local communities and create a sustainable tourism industry for Santorini,” said Santorini Hoteliers Association President Antonis Iliopoulos.
He went on to add that upgraded sustainable practices and responsible tourism on Santorini as well as increasing environmental awareness were at the heart of local hospitality.
On his part, Georgios Damigos, president of the Atlantida Association of Small Local Hotel Owners, also said he was pleased to be part of the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge, adding that Atlantida members would be taking hands-on action towards change.
“Consumers are increasingly aware of the impact that travel can have on local environments, economies and individuals. A recent survey by Expedia Group revealed that 90 percent of consumers look for sustainable options when booking, but it also tells us that around 70 percent of travelers report feeling confused by the wealth of information surrounding sustainable travel. Our collective role is to enable travelers to act more sustainably with better information and eco-friendly travel options,” said Damigos.
“The UNESCO declaration provides a framework for concrete actions to improve livelihoods and charts a path towards a more sustainable future for tourism. The commitment by the Santorini Hoteliers Association and the Association of Small Local Hoteliers ‘Atlantida’ shows that we can make a difference by working closely with local communities. We therefore urge other associations to sign the declaration and commit to progress around these key priorities for sustainable tourism,” said Ernesto Ottone, assistant director-general for culture at UNESCO.
The UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge has over 4,000 hotels and travel companies committed to making a sustainable change. All businesses that sign the pledge receive a certificate labeled “We signed the UNESCO Sustainable Travel Pledge” and renew their commitment and report their progress on an annual basis. They also get increased promotion with a special badge on the travel booking websites of Expedia Group.


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What makes this movie stand out from the typical high school sports story is that the teenagers are undocumented immigrants, and the big game is a NASA-sponsored marine robotics competition. Like many other Hollywood movies, however, Spare Parts only tells part of the story. What the film shows -- and doesn’t show -- raises important issues affecting STEM education in the US.
Instead of sifting through huge amounts of technical data looking for answers to assembly problems, engineers can now benefit from 3M's new initiative -- 3M Assembly Solutions. The company has organized its wealth of adhesive and tape solutions into six typical application areas, making it easier to find the best products to solve their real-world assembly and bonding problems.
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Schubert: Piano Quintet in A Major "The Trout" (HQCD review)
Has there ever been a more charming, more cheerful, more radiant piece of music than Schubert's "Trout" Quintet, and has there ever been a more charming, more relaxed performance of it than pianist Clifford Curzon's 1957 recording with members of the Vienna Octet?
Austrian composer Franz Schubert (1797-1828) wrote his Piano Quintet in A major, D. 667, in 1819, when he was only nineteen; however, it never saw publication until 1829, a year after his death. Popularly known as "The Trout" because of its fourth-movement variations on a song of that name Schubert had written earlier, the piece has become one of Schubert's most-loved and most-admired compositions the world over.
It begins with an Allegro vivace in sonata form, with a harmonic development that's slow at first but becomes quicker. Curzon and his friends offer up a wonderfully easygoing yet spirited and spontaneous performance. This sounds like the kind of reading the young Schubert and his friends might enjoy listening to themselves of an evening.
Next is an Andante, which under Curzon comes across quite serenely. It's lovely, one of the most beautifully played you'll find in any recording of the work.
In the center of the work is the Scherzo: Presto. Here, we get a dynamic presentation, with Curzon and his fellow musicians adopting a fairly quick pace, a nice contrast to the calm of the previous movement.
Then we get the Andantino - Allegretto, the theme and variations on Schubert's lied Die Forelle ("The Trout"). Common to other variations the composer wrote, these variations don't actually change the original song into anything new or thematically different; instead, they rely on embellishments of the melody and variances of mood. Curzon takes the variations elegantly, with refined, stylish support from his fellow players.
The finale is an Allegro giusto, which Curzon and company take more leisurely than most other ensembles. Still, it's wholly in character with the rest of the reading, providing a sweet, lyrical end to their interpretation.
As a companion piece, the disc contains Schubert's little fragment, the String Trio in B flat major, D. 471, another piece of felicitous music. Here, we find Willi Boskovsky on violin, Rudolf Streng on viola, and Robert Scheiwein on cello offering a delightful rendition of the music.
Decca recorded "The Trout" and the String Trio at the Sofiensaal, Vienna, in 1957 and 1964 respectively. The objection I've always had to the sound of Decca's own LP and CD transfers of "The Trout" is that they tended toward the thin, brittle, noisy side. HDTT (High Definition Tape Transfers), which remasters older, public-domain material from tapes and LP's, have eliminated most of the background noise and tamed the string tone. In doing so, they have also diminished some of the recording's sparkle, but it seems a reasonable trade-off. Therefore, while the sonics are still not of the highest possible quality, they are quite easy on the ear, with good range, body, and impact. The overall aural picture on the HDTT is now mostly warm and mellow, the piano a little more recessed into the ensemble, more a part of the group than ever before. It's a definite improvement.
William (Bill) Heck, Contributing Reviewer
Among my early childhood memories are those of listening to my mother playing records (some even 78 rpm ones!) of both classical music and jazz tunes. I suppose that her love of music was transmitted genetically, and my interest was sustained by years of playing in rock bands – until I realized that this was no way to make a living. The interest in classical music was rekindled in grad school when the university FM station serving as background music for studying happened to play the Brahms First Symphony. As the work came to an end, it struck me forcibly that this was the most beautiful thing I had ever heard, and from that point on, I never looked back. This revelation was to the detriment of my studies, as I subsequently spent way too much time simply listening, but music has remained a significant part of my life. These days, although I still can tell a trumpet from a bassoon and a quarter note from a treble clef, I have to admit that I remain a nonexpert. But I do love music in general and classical music in particular, and I enjoy sharing both information and opinions about it.
The audiophile bug bit about the same time that I returned to that classical music. I’ve gone through plenty of equipment, brands from Audio Research to Yamaha, and the best of it has opened new audio insights. Along the way, I reviewed components, and occasionally recordings, for The $ensible Sound magazine. Recently I’ve rebuilt--I prefer to say reinvigorated--my audio system, with a Sangean FM HD tuner and (for the moment) an ancient Toshiba multi-format disk player serving as a transport, both feeding a NAD C 658 streaming preamp/DAC, which in turn connects to a Legacy Powerbloc2 amplifier driving my trusty Waveform Mach Solo speakers, supplemented by a Hsu Research ULS 15 Mk II subwoofer.


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Our nation’s forefathers were reputed for their progressive views, business-minded principals and pursuit of independence through the establishment of a new government. It might help to consider these tenets as we aim for our own goals in our careers and retirement.
Earlier this year, author Edward Lenge published a book based on the writings of America’s first president. The book, titled “First Entrepreneur: How George Washington Built His -- and the Nation’s -- Prosperity,” offers tremendous insights into how this former military general and entrepreneur approached his job as “CEO” of the country. For example:
• His mom infused in him the principle that industry and morality should work in concert.
• He approached running the United States as if he were running a business, with the goal of long-term success and sustainability.
• When he first became President, there was much political division, uncertainty and fear. Washington’s priorities were to build up the nation’s credit, establish a stable currency, build the national infrastructure and keep the peace.
• One of his first tasks was to eliminate the country’s international debt, then equivalent to trillions in today’s dollars.
• To tackle the debt issue, he hired Alexander Hamilton to work with him in a capacity much like today’s Federal Open Market Committee. Washington set the goals and strategy, while Hamilton developed many of the concepts for implementing economic policy.
• Washington advocated free trade, believing that interconnected reliance would help various factions realize common interests and work together for peaceful relations.
• Washington grew to oppose slavery, believing that oppression restricted motivation and innovation, which would hold back the nation in the long run.
• He was a fan of gathering, classifying and disseminating information about business and experimentation, with an emphasis on transparency (he would have loved the internet).
• He opposed the development of political factions, believing they would be detrimental to national peace.
It’s no coincidence that Washington and our other forefathers enjoyed success in a variety of fields. After helping to obtain our nation’s independence, our earliest Presidents and political leaders have an impressive list of accomplishments, and not just in the political realm.
Our second President, John Adams, became an extremely successful lawyer after he defended the perpetrators of the Boston Massacre. His top-notch client list included wealthy merchants, politicians and the country’s elite.
Our third President, Thomas Jefferson, created dozens of inventions designed to simplify farming on his estate in Virginia. These included the iron plow, the dumbwaiter, a Great Clock, a pasta roller to make macaroni and contributions to early versions of the polygraph machine.
John Hancock was not just a wealthy merchant but also a well-known smuggler. Part of his motivation for the American Revolution was to avoid excessive taxes levied by the British government. He later became a politician in an effort to effect change on a more political and diplomatic level.
Among dozens of other inventions, Benjamin Franklin is the father of insurance in America. In 1752 he co-founded The Philadelphia Contributionship, the first mutual fire insurance company in America. The company was responsible for setting new standards for housing construction to help eliminate fire hazards.
Although the nation has changed in countless ways over the past couple centuries, some of the core values America was founded on remain the same. There are more opportunities than ever available to those who work hard and maintain an entrepreneurial mindset.
Interested in reading more? Here are some articles that may be of interest to you:
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “George Washington: America’s First Entrepreneur,” from Knowledge@Wharton. April 19, 2016.]
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “After the Boston Massacre, from John Adams Historical Society. 2016.]
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “Thomas Jefferson,” from FamousInventors.org. 2016.]
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “John Hancock’s Critical Role in the American Revolution,” from EpicTimes.com. January 23, 2016.]
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “Company History,” from The Philadelphia Contributionship. 2016.]
[CLICK HERE to read the article, “The History of Insurance in America,” from Investopedia.com. September 11, 2014.]
Raymond C. Lantz, Jr. is the president and founder of USA Wealth Group, Inc. Ray has many years of experience advising clients in retirement and sophisticated tax planning strategies, multi-family and commercial real estate projects, and legacy planning. Ray is a graduate of Clark University, holds a law degree from Boston College, and a master of laws in taxation from Boston University. You can hear him every Sunday on Money Wise with Ray Lantz on WBSM 1420AM or on the Radio Pup app.

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S1 E10 | 11/03/22
Make or Break: Victory Lap
After unveiling the Next Gen race car, the NASCAR season begins with a bang at the LA Coliseum. Kyle Larson, the 2021 Cup Series champion, attempts to maintain his dominance while Daniel Suarez wants to steal the show. With a pregnant wife at home, Joey Logano faces a huge race-day decision.


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The surname Craig was found in many different forms and spellings, From time to time it was spelt Craig, Craigh, Creag, Creagh, some of these are still used today. The name Craig emerged as a Clan and developed in their original territories of Aberdeen where they were recorded as a family of great antiquity, seated… Continue reading Craig
THE Gordons had their origin in the Lowlands. The Scottish Gordons are descended from Sir Adam Gordon, the friend of Wallace, and to whom Bruce granted the lands of Huntly or Strathbogie. He fell at Halidon Hill in 1333. Alexander, 3rd Earl of Huntly, fought at Flodden. George, 6th Earl, was created a Marquis in 1599. George, 4th Marquis, was made Duke of Gordon in 1684. The Dukedom lapsed in 1836, and the Marquisate went to the Earl of Aboyne. The Earls of Aberdeen are descended from Patrick Gordon of Methlic, who fell in battle at Arbroath in 1445. Ten Baronetcies pertain to this clan: Gordonstoun, Cluny, Lismore, Lochinvar, Park, Dalpholly, Earlstoun, Embo, Halkin, Niton. Two regiments have been raised from it. The 92nd, or Gordon Highlanders, raised in 1794, and the old 75th and 92nd linked together, are now the Gordon Highlanders. The Marquis of Huntly is chief of the Gordon clan.
From Wilsons’ 1819 – Marchioness of Huntly’s tartan. Also from ‘Old and Rare Scottish Tartans’ published in 1893 by D.W. Stewart. The book was illustrated by samples woven in silk. The Huntly district tartan is known to have been worn at the time of the ’45 rebellion by Brodies, Forbes’, Gordons, MacRaes, Munros and Rosses… Continue reading Huntly

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Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
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Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is thy health and salvation!
Come ye who hear, now to His great throne draw near;
Join me in glad adoration!
Praise to the Lord, Who o'er all things so wondrously reigneth,
Shelters thee under His wings, yea, so gently sustaineth!
Hast thou not seen all that is needful hath been
Granted in what He ordaineth?
Praise to the Lord, who doth prosper thy work and defend thee;
Surely His goodness and mercy here daily attend thee.
Ponder anew what the Almighty can do,
He who with love doth befriend thee.
Praise to the Lord, O let all that is in me adore Him!
All that hath life and breath come now with praises before Him.
Let the Amen sound from His people again,
Gladly for aye we adore Him.

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