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A further question to ask is should I insulate a home built the 1920s? There are different schools of thought to this question, so let us explore the reasoning behind why you will hear different contractors make various suggestions.
I am a big fan of insulation, but insulation has to come with some concerns, such as ventilation. Recently, on an inspection of an older home, I suggested insulating below the house. I also discovered that the walls might well not be insulated. You may be thinking to yourself that heat rises, so this is not so bad. Insulating the attic does take priority over walls and below a pier and beam home. There are however those who suggest insulating the walls or under the home is a bad idea. Not long after this inspection, I had two conversations with contractors who had the same idea: you do not want to insulate these spaces because of moisture damage. There are people who would argue that not only should you insulate the walls, but you should encapsulate the attic and foundation crawl space. Some people have a problem with this idea (particularly the foundation crawlspace).
What does encapsulation mean, and why would you do enclose these spaces? There are a few terms out there describing the same process. The most common would be encapsulate, sealing, and conditioning these spaces. The idea is that your foundation crawl space and your attic would become something like livable spaces of your home would be the basic way of explaining it. For people concerned with energy efficiency, we become aware of where the building envelope is located. Most people would think that building envelope would refer to any space that is part of the structure. This makes sense to some degree. The roof is part of the building envelope, right? Well, the roof does enclose the attic, but to a building professional, especially one studying energy efficiency, the attic is not typically part of your envelope. A better definition would be if you thought of any area of your home that is air conditioned as part of the building envelope, so attached garages, attic, and crawl spaces are not part of the building envelope. By sealing off these spaces from the outside air, I create fewer points where conditioned air and exterior air can mingle, causing heat transfer. Reducing these points where thermal bridging may occur means that my air conditioning system will not have to work so hard. An encapsulated attic or crawlspace becomes a conditioned air space, so the areas are then part of the envelope.
Why would encapsulation be considered a bad idea if it could reduce air conditioning costs? Turning your attic into a conditioned space is generally viewed as a good thing along the Gulf Coast. More people advising the building industry are making this suggestion, and we generally do not see a downside to this. For the foundation crawlspace, we do have individuals not so convinced of this being a smart move. The problem lies with moisture. Liquid water will travel down, so eventually a leak will leave the attic space. Where will it go in an encapsulated crawlspace? If you have a leak in the crawlspace, when will you know about it, and how will you get the water out? Sometimes large leaks in this area are not corrected by the homeowners in a timely manner, and this is why there are building professionals who do not like the encapsulated crawlspace. There are solutions though. Moisture detection equipment is readily available. You can buy detectors that sit on your floor near a water heater to detect leaks. This same technology can be used in a crawlspace. Sump pumps are already commonly used in basements to rid them of water; a similar system can be used for crawlspaces. The methods for dealing with the main issue of an encapsulated crawl space are already commonly available; they simply need to be installed.
What about using only insulation under a pier and beam? What about insulation in the walls of a home built in the 1920s? Again, the concern of contractors is moisture, and this can be a problem, but I have not seen an issue with homes that have had insulation added. I will not deny that some homes did experience problems, but I think that the issues may be different than what the contractors believed the cause to be. The question revolves around moisture barriers. Insulation is not neccessarily a moisture barrier, but it could have a moisture barrier on it. The general rule is that moisture barriers are placed on the interior of homes built in colder climates, and on the exterior of homes built in warmer, humid areas like my Houston. Some will say that a home should not have a moisture barrier at all. Where the moisture barrier is paced, and if you should even have a moisture barrier is Dependant on the design of the home. A Strawbale house should breathe, or else you will have moisture problems in the walls, so I would not use a moisture barrier. A home built in the 1920s was designed with this same need to breathe concept. Simplifying the design of a 1920s house, you can imagine a box. This box has framing from the foundation to the attic. For each story, you can imagine that you have another box. You have a two story house? One big box covering two small boxes inside the larger one. (This description is not exactly correct, but the general concept is). During this time period, we did not have air conditioning as we do in the modern sense. They had a whole house fan. The fan was in the attic, and it pulled air through a central shaft in the home. Air would be pulled from all of the rooms, being expelled out of the top of the home. You were not conditioning the air (making the air cooler), but you did create an air flow that dealt with moisture, while making you feel cooler (much like a ceiling fan will make you feel cooler). When air conditioning came into the picture, we left the whole house fans to rust, and in Houston we added forced air cooling systems. We did not quite understand the value of insulation, so we added little to our attics (maybe three inches), and we may have added it to our walls.
When you change how a house functions, you need to make design changes that help this new function method. You may have heard of making buildings tight, or maybe you have heard of sealing/caulking cracks. Our current thinking is to prevent conditioned air by not allowing the exterior temperature effecting the interior. A home built in the 1920s deals with its environment by being leaky. This may sound bad when you are familiar with a contemporary home, but the home will function well, if you live in it as intended. Once we introduce a central forced air system to condition the internal environment, we change the function, so we need to address a design change. This fact negates the argument that you should not insulate the walls and crawlspace of an older home. Yes, they were not designed to be insulated, but they were also not designed for air conditioning. Changing to air conditioning means changes to the design should be made to ensure the home functions better.
How do we deal with the moisture question when insulating an older home? A builder in the 1920s had to deal with moisture as much as a contemporary builder. They had a different method, so we have to examine how our ideas can work in these older homes. We can install insulation which is not a moisture barrier. We can create air passages to allow air flow to deal with moisture. Take spray foam insulation as an example. We want air flow under the roof sheathing to deal with moisture. Spray foam directly onto the sheathing eliminates the air flow. If we place baffles under the sheathing, and then add spray foam, we have a solution. We even could create the air flow above the sheathing under the roof covering (a metal roof may be better at creating this air gap). My point is that we do have solutions; you need a professional who can examine the home to provide you with the best advice.
Insulation is great, but insulating alone will cause moisture issues. Coming back to the argument that insulation is bad for an older home, such contractors do have one valid point (but not for the reason they all realize). When we insulate, we usually also work at stopping thermal bridging by making the home tighter. In a contemporary home, we have means of venting moisture: range hood vent for cooking, and mechanical vents in bathrooms. In the 1920s, we opened windows to vent moisture. In fact, this idea is still used, even if homeowners will not open the windows. The solution is that we need to add ventilators to rid the home of moisture as we begin to seal and insulate. We think about insulating, but talk of insulation is not coupled with talk of ventilation and good design choices. This is where maybe we fail the public at large when discussing energy efficiency. “Cash for caulkers” and “tax rebates for insulating your home” are common enough phrases, but what about ventilation? We forget to discuss the idea. If you are insulating a home, start thinking about ventilation (even if the home is newer than 1920).
The building industry is going through a change. Building science is on the rise, and we are understanding how to build better. We are not quite there yet when understanding on how to deal with an older home. I mentioned that there are homes where we may want the walls to breathe (allow movement of air and moisture through the walls). Suggesting insulation or sealing may not be the best advice, but we may make those changes if we consider other design elements. Unfortunately, we all are not on the same page yet when it comes to the information, mainly because all of this is new, and the building industry is slow to accept certain changes. All we can do is seek out different opinions to make informed decisions.

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Consider the resale value of your new home and how you can add value into the house plans for your future. Even though you are far from having it built, thinking ahead can not only improve your current lifestyle but can also result in realized gains later.
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It goes without saying that there are many reasons to feel nervous in the current market climate, and the Invesco CurrencyShares Japanese (NYSEARCA: FXY) has quickly reversed prior gains to produce losses of -4.3%. However, recent central bank activities make it look as though the general public might be less fearful than global policymakers themselves, and this could help support the value of traditional safe-haven assets going forward. Unfortunately, these changes in sentiment appear somewhat inevitable, given the magnitude of the coronavirus situation and the extent to which central bankers seem to be willing to extend stimulus programs. If this turns out to be the case at the global level, downside moves in FXY could remain limited because the potential for gains has grown in strength.
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In spite of these recent price movements in the valuation, long-term term inflows suggest these activities are likely to reverse relatively soon. Over the longest available time frames, the bulls still remain firmly in the driver’s seat because investors have generated inflows of $66.2 million in the last year. This brings FXY inflow totals to $112.9 million over the last three-year period and $102.2 million over the last five-year period. These figures indicate fundamental trends that are very decisive in nature. Short-term price moves in FXY seem to be indicating otherwise, but traders must remember that the most of the momentum in the market is still focused in the bullish direction.
Additionally, GDP rates have maintained stability in Japan and this is an economic trend that has been in place for roughly four years. Fortunately, these trends created some additional breathing room for the Japanese economy to absorb economic disruptions that will be seen leading up to the coronavirus aftermath.
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However, there are still certain economic factors that could create a potential wildcard when defining the outlook. Japan’s trade balance figures would be a primary example of this type of variable due to its wide-ranging volatility (which was occurring even before the coronavirus health scare). Japan’s most recent economic figures were positive in these areas. But it would seem that an export-driven economy will need to see these numbers sustain themselves, even while specific events (such as various global travel bans) create major economic disruptions globally. This is one area of Japan’s economy that I will continue to watch because deeply negative changes in the country’s trade balance figure is one example of a data report that could have a significant impact on the potential for FXY to stage a recovery after recent declines.
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When we combine all of this fundamental trend activity with the increased volatility and large price declines, it looks as though traders will see decent turnaround prospects for FXY as a safe-haven instrument for currency markets. From my perspective, the main area of potential concern will be found in Japan’s erratic trade balance figures. This part of the country will need to show stability in order for sentiment among foreign exchange traders to remain positive. If this is ultimately the case, FXY might actually work as a strong buy on value and the potential to work as a long-term safe-haven in what are still very uncertain markets.
Unfortunately, the dramatic actions of the world’s central bankers will not do much to alter the long-term sentiment of the market in cases where the economic data fail to support the stated outlook. The extent of the world’s upcoming stimulus programs is still unknown, so it’s important for investors to remain focused on the key economic data reports in order to determine whether reversal prospects for FXY remain viable.
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Watch Shawn Michaels' MacMillan River Adventures
- 5 Seasons
Shawn Michaels' MacMillan River Adventures is an exciting television show that aired on The Outdoor Channel from 2011 to 2017. Hosted by the professional wrestler and hunting enthusiast, Shawn Michaels, the show follows the adventures of Shawn and his friend and business partner, Keith Mark, as they explore some of the most beautiful and remote hunting grounds in the world.
The show is centered around Shawn and Keith's passion for hunting and the great outdoors. Whether they are searching for big game in the African wilderness or stalking trophy animals in the rugged terrain of Alaska, Shawn and Keith are always up for a challenge. Throughout the series, viewers are treated to a mix of breathtaking scenery, thrilling hunting action, and insightful commentary from Shawn and Keith as they share their expertise and knowledge of the sport.
One of the defining features of Shawn Michaels' MacMillan River Adventures is the level of authenticity and realism that is incorporated into every episode. Both Shawn and Keith are well-respected hunters and sportsmen in their own right, and they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience to every hunt. From scouting the terrain to selecting the right gear to tracking and harvesting their prey, viewers get a front-row seat to the entire hunting process, with no gimmicks or artificial drama.
In addition to the hunting action, the show also showcases some of the unique cultures and traditions of the regions they visit. Whether it's learning about the Maasai tribe in Africa or experiencing the wilderness of the Alaskan frontier, viewers get a glimpse into the rich history and heritage of the places Shawn and Keith visit.
Another feature of the show is the strong emphasis on conservation and responsible hunting practices. Both Shawn and Keith are committed to preserving and protecting the natural habitats and wildlife they encounter, and they take great care to ensure that their hunts are conducted in an ethical and sustainable manner. Throughout the show, viewers are encouraged to respect and appreciate the beauty and diversity of the natural world, and to be mindful of their impact on it.
Overall, Shawn Michaels' MacMillan River Adventures is a thrilling and engaging show that is sure to appeal to anyone with a love of hunting, the great outdoors, and adventure. With its stunning visuals, authentic storytelling, and commitment to conservation, the show is a testament to the enduring appeal of the hunting tradition, and the enduring spirit of the natural world. Whether you're a seasoned sportsman, a nature lover, or simply someone who enjoys a good adventure, this show is sure to leave you feeling inspired and entertained.

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Feasibility study for the expansion of the International Accord
Ethics at Work has helped the International Accord Foundation conduct an in-depth feasibility study on the possibilities of setting up worker safety programmes in garment producing countries.
The International Accord for Health and Safety in the Textile and Garment Industry is a legally binding agreement between global trade unions and over 150 clothing companies. The agreement continues the work of the 2013 and 2018 Accords on Fire & Building Safety in Bangladesh and will further establish worker safety programmes in at least one other country. The International Accord Foundation, based in the Netherlands, is implementing the agreement.


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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) today issued the following statement with regard to industry readiness for the implementation of the GS1 DataBar on coupons:
The GS1 DataBar readiness survey was disseminated mid-March 2009 to the industry to solicit feedback pertaining to retailer/manufacturer readiness for the January 1, 2010 implementation of the GS1 DataBar on coupons.
The response data from this survey suggests that removal of the UPC-A barcode beginning January 1, 2010 will create a significant hardship for many retailers who may not be equipped to scan the new GS1 DataBar by this date. For this reason, the Joint Industry Coupon Committee (JICC) recommends that the UPC-A barcode not be removed from coupons beginning January 1, 2010. The JICC recommends a deferred implementation date of January 1, 2011 to help ensure that the industry has enough time to prepare for proper implementation of the GS1 DataBar.
The JICC recommendation to defer implementation should not dissuade ready retailers that are eager to capitalize on the additional capabilities of the DataBar from beginning to scan the new symbol on or before January 1, 2010.
The JICC is currently soliciting comment from industry stakeholders on the deferred GS1 DataBar implementation date. The review period runs through July 17, 2009. Stakeholders are encouraged to contact Logan Kastner at firstname.lastname@example.org or 202-637-8065 to share additional feedback.
The Joint Industry Coupon Committee works to increase efficiency and effectiveness in the development, distribution and redemption of coupons. It is comprised of individuals from retailers and manufacturers who oversee coupon programs and includes representatives from GMA, Food Marketing Institute, National Grocers Association and National Association of Chain Drug Stores.

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Amongst that special breed of prestige cars, BMW seems to hold a special place. Own one and you may have marked yourself out as a discerning motorist with an eye for excellence in automotive engineering or, more broadly, as someone who has made it, financially and socially.
Indeed, these are the two main findings of an academic study conducted by the University of Worcester on BMW’s marketing strategy. This is pitched towards two distinct types of consumer:
- individuals who look for innovation in the car they buy, but are essentially “non-materialistic”; and
- those who view the purchase of a BMW as an expression of their success and wealth.
Either way, of course, you still need the financial wherewithal to purchase a prestige car such as this and the funds are readily available through various forms of BMW car finance – whether that is Personal Contract Purchase (PCP), hire purchase, or lease purchase.
The BMW brand
So, let’s take a closer look at how the BMW brand has developed to appeal to two apparently disparate types of consumer – those with an appreciation for excellence in motor engineering and those wanting to make a statement about their general success and status in life.
A long history is important in establishing the pedigree of a prestige marque – and, by tracing its roots back as far as 1916, the Bayerische Motoren Werke (BMW) has just that pedigree, together with the distinctive BMW emblem in the blue and white colours of the German State of Bavaria.
Although the company was making motor engines, its first production vehicle was, in fact, a motorcycle, the R32 in 1923.
BMW started making motor cars in 1928, but these relatively small vehicles were made under licence from the British Austin Motor Company until the factory began production of its own designs in 1932.
The following year, BMW also started making aircraft and aero-engines, contributing significantly to the Luftwaffe’s fleet throughout the Second World War, during which time the company concentrated solely on aircraft production.
Because of its role in armament manufacture during the war years, BMW plants were dismantled immediately afterwards, and the company did not effectively regain control of its means of production until 1955.
Nevertheless, the launch of its first post-war car – the six-cylinder BMW501 – in 1952 set the tone for a car manufacturer intent on producing high-quality, luxury and excitingly engineered vehicles, even if commercial success was slow in reflecting the innovations.
The Frankfurt Motor Show in 1961 proved a milestone in establishing BMW as the shape of things to come in the world of sporty, four-door, middle-class motoring in the guise of the BMW1500.
In 1972, with its successes throughout Europe from its German factories, BMW opened its first foreign manufacture and assembly plant in South Africa. In the same year, the company also entered the field of motorsports, winning a number of trophies and inspiring a new generation of sporty road vehicles.
To ensure the continuation of creative automotive innovation BMW set up its own “think tank”, BMW Technik, as a school and proving ground for engineers, designers, and technicians – with one of its first production successes in the Z1 Roadster, launched in 1988. The concept of its own Research and Innovation Centre was developed still further with the opening of an institution of that name in Munich in 1990 – employing some 7,000 specialists in motor engineering and design.
For a period in the late 1990s, BMW had also acquired the British Rover group – and the Land Rover, MG, Triumph and Mini marques along with it. By 2000, however, the exercise had proved unsuccessful, the group sold off and only the Mini brand retained. By 2002, however, BMW acquired all rights to and control of the Rolls Royce Motor Company, with its headquarters in Goodwood, in the south of England.


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I started to decorate our entry for the holidays! I added a simple faux tree to the entry table, twinkle lights, some garland and called it good! A little bit goes a long way when you use impactful statement pieces. Kind of nice to start decorating early a section at a time, looking forward to getting it done early to enjoy the season!
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Law Society repeats plea on amendment to Land Code
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THE Law Society has repeated its plea for government to end uncertainty over a proposed amendment to the Land Code that would effectively void land ownership purchased through power of attorney.
The society’s president, Mohamad Rozaiman DSLJ Abdul Rahman, said although the policy was announced back in 2012, there has yet to be an amendment to legislation that would enforce it. “Since March 2012 up till today, the issues arising over ownership and transfer of land has remained ambiguous. It is high time we have closure on this issue,” he said during the opening of the Legal Year yesterday.
“A departmental policy should not override existing laws and legally-binding precedence. It is inappropriate for an authority to implement policies that contravene the existing law.”
The controversial policy – which effectively bans non-Bruneians from purchasing or transferring land – is aimed at creating transparency in land ownership, allowing only those eligible (Brunei citizens) to own land.
The move caused uproar among the legal community in 2012, with the Law Society saying the retroactive policy “ignored any accepted standards of the rule of law.”
All 47,000 deeds issued through power of attorney will be converted to 60-year leases and upon expiry property must be handed over to the government.
“It is our humble view that until such time the laws are amended, the present status quo in relation to ownership and transfer of land be maintained in accordance with legally-binding precedence,” Rozaiman said.
“Once these matters are resolved, it will help build confidence from investors and stakeholders.”
In an interview with The Brunei Times, the Law Society president the government should have the law in place before announcing a change in land policy.
“We’re hoping that there will be closure… At the end of the day every question or issue pertaining to ownership and transfer of land will be resolved once we have the laws.”
In the absence of a legal amendment to enforce the policy, land can still be purchased through power of attorney.
“In the Land Office, in order to do a transfer they look at your purchase agreement. Power of attorney is still being drafted and done and we still register it… the Land Office only concerns themselves with sale and purchase agreement.”
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Kyocera Reveals New Lineup
Kyocera this week revealed three new CDMA phones, plus its first-ever lineup of GSM phones. The GSM phones will be aimed primarily at Latin America, while the CDMA models are US-bound. The company also announced that its acquisition of Sanyo's phone business has now been finalized. All three new CDMA phones are tri-band models supporting AWS, with Bluetooth and a clamshell form factor. Other features include:
- Neo E1100: Sports a light-up stripe around outside, hidden OLED outer display, QVGA main display, speaker-independent voice dialing, BREW, and 1.3 megapixel camera.
- Mako S4000: Dual color displays, BREW, and VGA camera.
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A slyly funny coming-of-age novel about a young woman fumbling her way into the mysteries of loss and the travails of adulthood as she tries to make sense of a vanished mother’s legacy.
When 22-year-old Olivia learned that her mother had only months to live, she pulled up roots, leaving Vassar and her career plans far behind to be with her mother for her last days. And yet, just four months after her mother’s death, everyone in Olivia’s family already seems ready to move on. Her brothers are settled comfortably in careers and families of their own; her father has already started to date again, inviting a woman named June on a family trip. Still reeling from the loss, Olivia looks for a new start of her own, throwing herself headlong into Manhattan’s fast-moving media world, where she is alternately demeaned by bosses and pursued by men.
But as Olivia tries to piece together an adulthood without her mother to guide her, she makes a shocking discovery: a secret romantic correspondence her mother had with a man who only signed each letter “F.” As she tries to untangle the mystery of F, Olivia will journey halfway across the world, to an ashram in rural India, on a quest that will reconfigure everything Olivia thought she knew about her family and her own place in an increasingly complex world.
A profoundly moving and keenly observed contemplation of the debts we owe to the past and the ways we discover our futures, Alternative Remedies for Loss is the rare sort of book that can break and mend your heart in a single and unforgettable read.

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So it’s your first time traveling to Costa Rica, and you’re overwhelmed with where to go. We get it! There are an endless amount of beautiful destinations in Costa Rica, so it’s really hard to choose!
- Fly into San Jose (SJO)
- Rent a car from Vamos Rent-a-Car or Adobe, they will be your cheapest option and you’ll actually know all your fees up front. Trust us, you’ll find initially cheaper prices online, and they will swear to you there will be no more fees, but we’ve tested this and inevitably you’ll end up paying more when you check out somewhere else.
- Head to the Costa Verde Inn for the night. Be sure to ask for room number 13! The view of the city and mountains is incredible! And check out the HUGE fireplace in the main living area.
- Don’t miss dinner at Le Monastère for a luxurious experience, and Tiquicia Mirador if you’re wanting something a little more laid back. Both have great views!
- If you want to just chill at the Inn, the front desk has a ton of delivery menus.
- Wake up early and enjoy the included freshly made breakfast at the Inn. Be sure to get the Gallo Pinto with your eggs, a Costa Rican staple! And that little bottle of Lizano on the table? Put it on everything! Well, everything that’s not sweet! You will be addicted to the stuff by the time your trip is over so be sure to leave room for a couple of bottles when you’re packing!
- Hop in your car and head over to Puntarenas to catch the ferry to Paquera. It should take a little over 2 hours to get there, but count on 2.5 (it IS Costa Rica, after all!).
- Be sure to get there at least an hour ahead of time to get your car in line. Also, you must grab your tickets from the Muswani bakery across the street. Check out MyTanFeet’s great post on taking the ferry!
- Book early to stay at Bahia Rica! They have a great house with accommodations, and absolutely take them up on their dinner! Some of the most delicious and fresh food!
- Spend the evening on the water on Bahia Rica’s Bioluminescent Kayak Tour. It is truly one of the most memorable and surreal experiences we’ve done! Real life Avatar!
- Wake up early and take the morning tour to Isla Tortuga. With it’s light blue waters and light golden sand, it’s a tropical paradise! Tip: if you leave early in the morning (8am), you’ll beat the other tour boats and have the island to yourself for an hour!
- After your boat tour, hop in the car, go back on the ferry, and drive on down to Manuel Antonio.
- Be sure to stop at the bridge at Rio Tarcoles to see the crocodiles. You can’t miss it…there will be lots of people stopped there! We always park at the little store before the bridge and grab a soda and bathroom stop. It’s pretty safe there, but as always, keep an eye on your car and be sure to lock your doors!
- You’ll arrive in Manuel Antonio just in time to check into the Hotel Costa Verde. If you’re not with a family, I highly recommend the CVII adult building, on a high floor for unparalleled views, or if you’re in the mood to splurge, reserve the 727 Fuselage Suite. Yep, it’s really a PLANE!
- It’s been a long day, so either walk just across the street for dinner at La Cantina, or if you’re feeling really lazy, order pizza from El Wagon.
Day Three Through Six
- Head down by car or bus (sometimes bus is easier – runs frequently, takes 5 min, and you don’t have to worry about parking) to Manuel Antonio beach, find a sweet Tico named Peluca (he’s usually at the beach area in front of where the first set of artists stands are), rent chairs and an umbrella for the day for about $20. He’ll take care of you the rest of the day and will remember you every time you come back! I swear he never forgets a face! Be sure to tell him Brooke and Eric sent you! The drinks are 2 for 1 at the little beach bar, but they are a bit weak. (not the worst thing when out in the sun and in the ocean!) The ceviche is delicious!
- Don’t bring too much to the beach, but if you rent chairs your belongings should be pretty safe. Just keep an eye on them from the water.
- If you do drive yourself down, you will see lots of men in official looking vests whistling and waving to you. Just ignore them completely. They are trying to book park tours, that’s all. We just drive right by them and go park near the beach. The best place to park is on the dirt road on the right hand side just when you get down the hill. You’ll see vendor stands and all the vested men, just turn right and park anywhere in there. We always keep some 100 colones coins to give the randoms who say they will watch your car…better safe than sorry! LOL!
- After your day at the beach, walk down to the more “town” area by the beach and get some “comida tipica” at Marlin Restaurante. The Casado plates are delicious! Fish is your best bet here. And they have good free wifi, so you can go ahead and post those beach pics right away!
- Try to time your after dinner drinks at around 5:00 to watch the sunset from one of the rooftop bars. Or, just head right across the street to the beach and get some of the most spectacular pictures!
- Wake up early and grab breakfast at the Anaconda at the Hotel Costa Verde. The corner table view is what you’ll want every morning!
- Take a zipline tour at El Santuario. They’ll come pick you up at the hotel and take you back into the jungle where they have the 3rd longest zipline in the world! Over 90 seconds of zipping above the canopy with an ocean view – it’s just phenomenal! They’ll prepare you a great lunch and are great with modified diets. Just let them know when you book the tour. You’ll want to book this in advance, at least the day before. Or book online here.
- Relax at the adult pool for the rest of the afternoon, and watch the sunset from the “helipad” sundeck just off of the pool.
- Get a little fancy and go eat some Italian fare at Victoria’s. It’s cozy, romantic and the food is delicious.
- Head to Byblos if you’re up for gambling or a club atmosphere.
- Rise and shine with an early guided walk through Manuel Antonio National Park. You’ll see SO much more wildlife if you go with a knowledgable guide! If you don’t want to pay for a guide, it’s still a must-see. If you see lots of people standing around at one spot, go find out what they’re looking at – no doubt it’s something cool!
- Relax after your tour at Manuel Antonio’s most beautiful beaches that are inside the park. Think golden white sand and turquoise blue water! Be sure to pack a snack or a lunch and plenty of water because there are no restaurants inside the park.
- Head back to the hotel to relax on your balcony or at the pool.
- Tonight you’ll be going to one of the coolest beach bars and restaurants in Costa Rica: El Avion. The sister plane to the one Sandinistas shot down during the Iran Contra Affair is now a Costa Rican pub! It also happens to be attached to the restaurant with an incredible sunset view and really good food! Make sure to get there by 5:00 to get a good table with a sunset view.
- For the adventurous ones – go early and stop at the ZIP COASTER/AVATAR right in front of El Wagon for the most unique jungle experience, a zipline roller coaster! For the faint of heart they also have the kid-friendly bike coaster! Definitely do this BEFORE you eat or drink!
- Enjoy the nightlife in high season at the Avion Pub in the plane. And in low season? It’s your own private airplane bar! Be sure to have a cocktail IN the cockpit!
- Get out on the water on a snorkel cruise or fishing tour. Most of these leave from the Marina in Quepos and include lunch. If you don’t like to fish or snorkel, head to the marina and rent a boat anyway! It’s the best way to get a completely different view of the coastline.
- Upon your return to the marina, take advantage of being in Quepos and walk around the shops downtown. While some my be touristy, there are many locally owned gems!
- Go to Barba Roja around 4:30 or 5:00 for cocktails and THE best sunset view in Manuel Antonio! Don’t forget your camera on this excursion!
- Head over to Emilio’s Cafe for dinner. The food is wonderful and the atmosphere even better! Live music keeps dinner vivacious!
- Today is a BEACH CRAWL!!
- Discover some of the most beautiful beaches in Manuel Antonio.
- Grab breakfast at the Anaconda at the Hotel Costa Verde. Pack a beach bag and drive to Playa Biesanz. It’s a small local beach cove that some call the “secret beach”. You do have to hike about .5 mi down a trail to reach the beach, but it is totally worth it! Bring your own provisions as there aren’t any there. Try to do this on a weekday and you might have your own private beach.
- If you haven’t eaten at El Wagon yet, go get the best pizza in Manuel Antonio for lunch. Their tropical drinks are also not to be missed! If you’ve already eaten there, go to the Falafel Bar…there’s a reason it’s rated #1 restaurant in Manuel Antonio on TripAdvisor!
- Your next beach adventure will start in the parking lot for the Arenas Del Mar Hotel. Let them know at the large grass hut welcome center that you’re there to check out the beach and beach restaurant. They will drive you down free of charge in a golf cart…the ride through the jungle is half the fun! If you’re getting a drink (We suggest the sangria frozen cocktail), feel free to sit in the beach chairs overlooking the private beach. The sunset colors here are typically gorgeous!
- Head back up the hill and enjoy dinner at Agua Azul, with its delicious fish and phenomenal views!
- If you want to get your dance on, head to Bambu Jam to work off those drink calories the fun way!
- This is your VACATION!!
- It’s perfectly ok to just sit on your balcony or at the pool and stare at the ocean all day!
- To spend the evening by candlelight playing cards, listening to the rain and having ron con cocas!!
- P.S. El Wagon delivers. So does the grocery store Super Joseth. (Even alcohol!) You’re welcome.
- Sad face. Time to go home.
- Try to plan your flight in the afternoon so you can spend night six at the beach.
- If you have an early morning flight, just head back up to the Costa Verde Inn the night before your flight!

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Super-agent Jorge Mendes is ‘like a teacher’ to Wolverhampton Wanderers, says chairman Jeff Shi.
Mendes, whose Gestifute agency looks after a number of the world’s top footballers, has been working closely with Wolves since Fosun bought the club from Steve Morgan in 2016.
The partnership has resulted in a number of Mendes’ clients - including player of the season Joao Moutinho - signing for Wolves.
The relationship Wolves enjoy with Mendes, who is widely thought to be one of the most powerful men in football, has come under scrutiny in the last two seasons.
Every word from Shi on Europe, transfer types & 'talk with Nuno' - READ
But Wolves are incredibly happy with the relationship, as Shi alluded to during an interview with business news outlet CNBC.
“We knew Jorge four or five years ago,” he said. “But to Wolves, he is more like a teacher because he is the centre of the whole industry.
“Sometimes, like a student, you have to learn something quickly from the best in this industry.
Wolves show off ‘new’ Molineux and reveal China expansion plans - READ
“He can tell us a lot about what’s the best experience in a very good club, and what the good players like, and what they’re thinking, and what they need to do to help the coach.
“So that’s very important. And I see during the past three seasons he helped a lot.”


BEIJING – A major Chinese telecommunications company says its chairman has resigned following an announcement that he is under investigation by the country's anti-corruption agency.
China Telecom Ltd., one of the country's three main state-owned phone companies, said Wednesday that Chang Xiaobing resigned effective immediately. Its chief operating officer, Yang Jie, was named to fill the post until a new chairman is appointed.
The Chinese anti-graft agency said Sunday that Chang was suspected of "serious violations," its term for corruption.
Dozens of executives of state-owned companies have been charged or questioned in a 3-year-old anti-corruption crackdown.


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According to a study of 1,239 girls, published in the journal Pediatrics, 15 percent of girls hit puberty by the age of 7, and the finding has doctors perplexed. Among black girls, one out of four go through puberty by 7 and one out of 10 white girls starts developing breasts at that age — twice the rate seen in a 1997 study. So what is the cause?
Laila, 9, from Los Angeles, developed fast — talking at 7 months, walking at 8½ months, hitting puberty at 6 years old and developing breasts by 7. She had pubic hair at age 6 and was told that her menstraul period would arrive by the time she turned 8. Doctors hope that the hormone therapy she is undergoing will hold off further premature development.
“She is still our baby but to look at her now, and think that she is growing faster than the average, we can’t help but to feel like we are being rushed through her primary years,” Laila’s mother Claudia tells USA Today.
Girls are being catapolted into adulthood, long before their brains are ready for the change, and that has many doctors worried.
“Over the last 30 years, we’ve shortened the childhood of girls by about a year and a half,” says Sandra Steingraber, author of a 2007 report on early puberty for the Breast Cancer Fund, an advocacy group. “That’s not good.”
And Laila’s doctor Pisit “Duke” Pitukcheewanont, a pediatric endocrinologist at Children’s Hospital of Los Angeles, adds, “This is an issue facing the new generation. Many parents don’t know what is going on.”
Specialists can’t figure out why this early development in young girls is occuring, but they say issues like obesity and hormone-like environmental chemicals could be causes.
“We have known for a long time that peripheral fat makes estrogen and so the more fat you have perhaps the more estrogen you have in your system, which could cause this,” NYC gynecologist Dr. Michelle Tham told MyFoxDC. However she added that the research is “not really there yet.”
“It’s very concerning that girls are continuing to develop earlier and earlier,” says Marcia Herman-Giddens, an adjunct professor at the University of North Carolina-Chapel Hill. “We need to look at our environment and our culture, and what we’re doing to our kids.”
We certainly hope there are some answers soon, for both the parents and young girls who are facing this new challenge.

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text: The Sheldon Sculpture Garden Arietta By Catherine Ferguson Information about The artist. Questions About the art. A project Based on the Artwork. http://www.catherineferguson.com/ The Artist… Click a color to find out about … Click the marker to go back! Catherine Ferguson was born in Sioux City, Iowa and now lives and works in Omaha, Nebraska. Click the marker to go back! Ferguson’s work as an artist includes: sculpture, photography, drawing, and installations. Click the marker to go back! Ferguson has artwork in Spain and London, at Notre Dame University, and many other places around our world. One other place you can see her work in Nebraska is in Omaha at the Qwest Center. http://www.livelyomaha.org/art/BemisQwestArt/BemisQWestArt.html Click the marker to go back! Ferguson was inspired by Native American burial mounds for many of her sculptures. Here is some information about them: http://www.ibsgwatch.imagedjinn.com/learn/iowa.htm Check it out! Arietta II What inspired Ferguson to create her Arietta II ? birds in her backyard metal bridges in Nebraska ancient burial mounds in Iowa Arietta II What is this sculpture made of? painted Steel plastic bronze Arietta II Why do you think Ferguson created this sculpture like a large round pot? Would you want to crawl inside of it? If you did, what would you see? Arietta is a musical term. Let’s talk about what an Arietta is? Next Question Arietta II What animal shapes do you see in this sculpture? Lions Snakes Birds Here is a fun idea based on Arietta Make a 3-D pot by repeating an animal shape, similar to her Arietta piece. Use a heavy material and make it look light, or use a light material and make it look heavy. Oh no, you have to try again!


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Horror Survivalby wahajahmedansari | created - 09 Nov 2011 | updated - 09 Nov 2011 | Public
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1. The Depraved (2011)
Not Rated | 94 min | Horror, Thriller
Anxious to explore the mysterious hidden world under metropolitan Berlin, an international group of four urban explorers hires a local guide, Kris, who leads them into the maze of escape ... See full summary »
2. Pelt (2010)
87 min | Comedy, Horror
Sudden, gory, death, hides behind every bush. When beautiful Jennifer and her friends embark on a backpacking excursion deep into the woods, they come chest to chest with an evil as old as ... See full summary »
3. Savage County (2010 TV Movie)
Not Rated | 79 min | Horror
About a group of teens who collide with their town's dark past when a prank gone wrong makes them the target of a family of bloodthirsty killers.
4. The Lodge (2008)
R | 83 min | Horror, Thriller
A young couple's weekend getaway at a secluded mountain ranch becomes an unfathomable nightmare when they discover the truth about the caretaker.
6. The Hitchhiker (2007)
Not Rated | 86 min | Horror, Thriller
Four young women driving across the desert to Las Vegas have their road trip turned upside-down when they pick up a handsome, seemingly-friendly hitchhiker. When their car breaks down near a roadside motel in the middle of nowhere, they find themselves trapped with a woman-hating, masochistic killer.
7. Backwoods (2008 TV Movie)
R | 85 min | Action, Horror, Thriller
While camping in Jasper Park up North California, the couple Tom Alan Smithee and Gwen Marie Holden are attacked by a group of strangers; Tom is immediately killed and Gwen is abducted by ... See full summary »
8. And Soon the Darkness (2010)
R | 91 min | Crime, Horror, Mystery
When two American girls on a bike trip in a remote part of Argentina split up and one of them goes missing, the other must find her before her worst fears are realized.
9. The Dark Hours (2005)
R | 80 min | Horror, Thriller
The thirty and something years old psychiatrist Dr. Samantha Goodman has an incurable brain tumor that has just started to grow. Felling totally stressed, she decides to spend the weekend ... See full summary »
10. The Forest (I) (2011)
R | 98 min | Horror, Thriller
By taking her own life in the infamous Suicide Forest of Mount Fuji, a sexy American cover-girl supernaturally transforms into a demonic spirit to wreak a violent revenge, one by one, upon those who helped her ex-boyfriend leave her.
11. Population 436 (2006 Video)
R | 92 min | Drama, Horror, Mystery
A census-taker (Sisto) is sent to investigate why a certain small town has had the same population -- 436 residents -- for the last 100 years.
12. Sutures (2009)
R | 83 min | Horror, Thriller
A group of longtime friends converge on a fatal course with destiny when they cross paths with Alexander Tatum, a mercenary surgeon. He is a hunter with the keen skill of one who has also ... See full summary »
13. Reykjavik Whale Watching Massacre (2009)
R | 90 min | Comedy, Horror
An epic tale about a group of whale watchers, whose ship breaks down and they get picked up by a whale fisher vessel. The Fishbillies on the vessel has just gone bust, and everything goes out of control.
15. Retreat (I) (2011)
R | 90 min | Drama, Thriller
Kate and Martin escape from personal tragedy to an Island Retreat. Cut off from the outside world, their attempts to recover are shattered when a Man is washed ashore, with news of airborne killer disease that is sweeping through Europe.
17. Tucker and Dale vs Evil (2010)
R | 89 min | Comedy, Horror
Affable hillbillies Tucker and Dale are on vacation at their dilapidated mountain cabin when they are mistaken for murderers by a group of preppy college students.
Votes: 145,468 | Gross: $0.22M
19. Staunton Hill (2009 Video)
Not Rated | 90 min | Horror, Thriller
It's the fall of 1969 and winds of a change are blowing across America. But on a remote family farm in the hills of Virginia, a storm of evil has been brewing for years. Now for a group of ... See full summary »
20. The Hills Run Red (2009 Video)
R | 81 min | Horror, Thriller
A group of young horror fans go searching for a film that mysteriously vanished years ago but instead find that the demented killer from the movie is real, and he's thrilled to meet fans who will die gruesomely for his art.
21. The Devil's Ground (2009)
R | 89 min | Horror, Thriller
While traveling from California to Bangor through a lonely road, Carrie Mitchel is advised by the gas station attendant Jimmy to rest in a hotel; however, she decides to continue driving ... See full summary »
23. Pig Hunt (2008)
R | 99 min | Action, Horror, Thriller
When John takes his San Francisco friends to his deceased uncle's remote ranch to hunt wild pigs, it seems like a typical guys weekend with guns - despite the presence of John's sexy ... See full summary »
26. Joy Ride 2: Dead Ahead (2008 Video)
Unrated | 91 min | Crime, Horror, Romance
After their car breaks down in the desert, four friends try to find their way back to civilization while trying to escape Rusty Nail's bloody wrath.
27. The Cottage (2008)
Unrated | 92 min | Comedy, Crime, Horror
In a remote part of the countryside, a bungled kidnapping turns into a living nightmare for four central characters when they cross paths with a psychopathic farmer and all hell breaks ... See full summary »
28. Carver (2008 Video)
R | 97 min | Horror
Based on a true story, Carver depicts the real life events of five 20-something's that went camping in the mountain town of Halcyon Ridge and never returned.
29. Rovdyr (2008)
78 min | Horror
The summer of 1974, four young people are all ambushed and left unconscious. They wake up deep in the woods with no one around but the sound of a hunting horn.
30. Doghouse (2009)
Not Rated | 89 min | Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi
A group of men, heading to a remote village to help one of their friends get over his divorce, soon discover that all the women have been infected with a virus that makes them man-hating cannibals.
32. Trailer Park of Terror (2008)
R | 98 min | Horror
Six troubled high schoolers and their leader become lost after their bus crashes during a raging storm. They seeks refuge for the night in an abandoned trailer park, managed by a sexy woman, Norma.
33. Timber Falls (2007)
R | 100 min | Horror, Thriller
A weekend of camping in the mountains becomes an excursion into hell for a young couple, who become pawns in a grotesque plot hatched by deranged locals.
Votes: 5,330 | Gross: $0.05M
34. Storm Warning (2007)
R | 86 min | Horror
A yuppie couple lost in a thick brush filled marsh seek refuge at an isolated farmhouse only to discover they've jumped out of the frying pan into the fire.
35. Small Town Folk (2007)
Not Rated | 90 min | Comedy, Fantasy, Horror
There is a place... a place called Grockleton, wherein, high on a hill-top stands the lonely Beesley's Manor, governed by the villainous 'Landlord' and his lowly male counterparts (Pooch, ... See full summary »
38. Survival (I) (2006)
80 min | Horror
There are terrible people in the woods, not quite crazed redneck, not quite insane cannibalistic maniac, not quite a chainsaw wielding skin wearing gram pa's boy. This time it's a pair of ... See full summary »
39. Broken (III) (2006)
R | 110 min | Horror, Thriller
After dating a wonderful man, Hope comes back home, sees her daughter Jennifer and goes to sleep. She wakes-up in the woods with a psychopath, fighting to survive for more than forty days ... See full summary »
41. Calvaire (2004)
Not Rated | 88 min | Horror
Marc, a traveling entertainer, is on his way home for Christmas when his van brakes in the middle of a jerkwater town with some strange inhabitans.
Votes: 10,353 | Gross: $0.00M
42. The Butcher (2006)
R | 90 min | Horror, Thriller
While driving to Las Vegas with his college friends Rachel, Liz, Atlanta, Sophie and Adam, the selfish and wealthy Mark decides to take a shortcut. Mark stresses with the driver of an old ... See full summary »
43. Blood Ranch (2006 Video)
90 min | Horror
Four college students and an Iraq War vet, lost on a desert highway, encounter a terrified young woman with a black van on her trail. They survive the ensuing chase but their car doesn't, ... See full summary »
44. Evil Breed: The Legend of Samhain (2003)
R | 78 min | Comedy, Horror
Two American tourists on a romantic camping trip are brutally murdered. A few days later, during the ancient festival of Samhain, a group of American university students moves into a ... See full summary »
45. Skinned Deep (2004)
R | 97 min | Comedy, Horror
A family vacation is turned into a nightmare when they are abducted by a family of deranged killers in this "Texas Chainsaw" style comedy sci-fi horror thriller romantic drama.
47. The Clinic (2010)
R | 94 min | Crime, Horror, Mystery
While traveling across country with her fiancé, Beth wakes alone in an isolated clinic to find her unborn baby has been removed. Just how far will she go to get her child back?
48. Eden Log (2007)
R | 98 min | Horror, Mystery, Sci-Fi
A man wakes up deep inside a cave. Suffering amnesia, he has no recollection of how he came to be here or of what happened to the man whose body he finds beside him. Tailed by a mysterious ... See full summary »
49. Hunger (I) (2009)
R | 101 min | Action, Crime, Horror
Hunger is a dark exploration into the breakdown of humanity. How far would you go to survive in the most extreme of circumstances? Five strangers awaken to find themselves trapped in an ... See full summary »
50. Breathing Room (I) (2008)
Not Rated | 89 min | Horror, Mystery, Thriller
Thrown naked into a desolate room with thirteen strangers, Tonya discovers that she is the final contestant in a deadly game. Restrained by lethal electronic collars, the players must ... See full summary »
51. Shadow Puppets (2007)
Not Rated | 105 min | Horror, Thriller


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It was learned last week that Pittsburgh Steelers star wide receiver Diontae Johnson was being sued by FlexWork Sports Management after Johnson failed to appear at a May youth football camp he previously agreed to host.
Per Josh Carney of Steelers Depot, Johnson’s agent, Brad Cicala, also attorney Adam Kenner responded Tuesday with a lengthy statement that claims the allegations against the 26-year-old are “completely false.”
“What FlexWorks conveniently leaves out of this story are the countless breaches of the arrangement with Mr. Johnson, including the failure to facilitate his timely arrival,” the statement says.
The original lawsuit alleges that the company “did not learn Johnson’s flight had been canceled until the wide receiver’s agent texted FlexWork leaders 13 minutes before camp was scheduled to begin.” Johnson’s side ultimately blamed weather-related flight problems for his absence.
Johnson’s agent reportedly told FlexWorks that the receiver “obviously already agreed to do a free make-up camp and give every camper a pair of signed Nike gloves that he tries on” as a result of May’s developments.
“FlexWorks’ frivolous lawsuit is nothing more than a money grab with unfounded expenses and charges. This reality is supported by the company’s denial to accept Mr. Johnson’s proposal to offer a makeup camp,” Tuesday’s statement continues. “Instead, FlexWorks chose to file a petty lawsuit in yet another attempt of a company seeking ‘go away’ money from a professional athlete.”

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text: Few studies on the biologic and molecular properties of pediatric glioblastoma have been performed. Until now, differential genomic analysis of CD133+ve and CD133-ve fractions has not been described in pediatric glioma. We hypothesize not only that the presence of CD133 could be the source of tumor resistance but also that maintenance of this molecule by hypoxia dictates cellular and molecular behavior. From a series of human glioblastoma biopsies investigated, only one, IN699 (from a pediatric glioblastoma), generated greater than 4% of the total cell volume as CD133+ve cells. Using this pediatric glioblastoma, containing unprecedented high levels of the putative brain tumor stem cell marker CD133, as a study model, we report biologic and molecular characteristics of the parent culture and of CD133+ve and CD133-ve populations derived therefrom under atmospheric and hypoxic culture conditions. Immunocytochemistry and flow cytometry were performed with antigenic markers known to characterize neural stem cells and associated glioma behavior. Behavioral analysis was carried out using proliferation, adhesion, migration, and invasion assays. Cell cycle analysis and array comparative genomic hybridization were used to assess copy number profiles for parental cells and CD133+ve and CD133-ve fractions, respectively. With regard to invasion and proliferation, CD133+ve and CD133-ve fractions were inversely proportional, with a significant increase in invasive propensity within the CD133-ve cells (P < .005) and a significant increase in proliferation within CD133+ve cells (P < .005). Our observations indicate identical genomic imbalances between CD133+ve and CD133-ve fractions. Furthermore, our research documents a direct link between decreasing oxygen tension and CD133 expression.


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These Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Pesto Crostini are a great appetizer to throw together at the last minute. This is a hit at every party!
I love making my own Pesto. It’s so easy to make and is way better than any store bought Pesto. Plus it’s very versatile!
Basically all you need to make this Lemon Pesto is Italian Parsley, Cashews, Parmesan, Garlic, Salt, Lemon Juice, and EVOO.
Then blend it all up in a food processor and Boom! Now you have a delicious Pesto!
For the Crostini I used Schar gluten free baguettes. This is by far my favorite gluten free baguette that I have found. And no this is not sponsored, I just truly love this brand and wanted to share it with you. 🙂
Just slice the baguette into 1 inch slices and bake at 400 degrees, 4 minutes each side or until crispy. While that’s toasting you can sauté the Asparagus up!
Then spread the pesto on the Crostini, wrap the Asparagus with Prosciutto, and that’s it!
I hope you guys love these Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Pesto Crostini as much as we did! They’re:
- Easy to make
- A crowd favorite
- and oh so Savory
More Easy Appetizer Recipes
- Prosciutto Pear Brie and Honey Crostini
- Hot Chipotle Spinach Artichoke Dip
- Pomegranate Crostini with Ricotta and Mint
- Air Fryer Keto Crab Cakes
- Smoked Salmon with Lemon Pesto Crostini
- Grilled Caprese Brie
- Baked Brie with Garlic and Thyme
- Baked Ricotta Cheese Dip with Garlic Thyme and Lemon
If you try this recipe let me know what you think! Leave a comment below, rate it, share it on social media, or take a picture and tag it tastefulventure on Instagram!
I LOVE seeing what you guys cook up. 🙂
Prosciutto Wrapped Asparagus with Lemon Pesto Crostini
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 8 mins
- Total Time: 18 mins
- Yield: 8–10 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Gluten free
- 6–8 slices Prosciutto
- 1 bunch Asparagus thick stems trimmed
- 2 Tbs EVOO
- 1 Baguette (I used Schar gluten free brand)
- 2 cups Flat Italian Parsley
- 1/4 cup Cashews
- 1/2 cup shredded Parmesan
- 1 clove Garlic
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
- 2 Tbs fresh Lemon Juice
- 1/4 cup EVOO
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees
- Slice Baguette into 1 inch size pieces and place on baking sheet
- Bake 4 minutes each side or until toasted
- Set aside and cool
- In a large frying pan add 2 Tbs EVOO and heat over med/high heat
- Add Asparagus and sauté 2-4 minutes until slightly softened but still crispy, set aside
- Add Parsley, Cashews, Parmesan, Garlic, Salt, Lemon Juice, and 1/4 cup EVOO to a food processor and blend until smooth
- Spread Pesto over each crostini
- Cut Asparagus to length of crostini
- Tear Prosciutto into smaller pieces and wrap around Asparagus (you can wrap more than one asparagus for each crostini if you prefer)
- Place on top of Pesto and serve
- Note: If you have leftover Pesto you can store in an air tight container in the fridge up to 5 days. You can use this in pasta, on sandwiches, etc.

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Clemson defense struggles to stop big plays at FSU
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Clemson’s win against Florida State on Saturday came in spite of big plays allowed by the defense.
The Tigers survived the game to improve to 8-0 on the season, but not before Florida State had 13 plays of 15 yards or more, forcing Clemson’s defense to come up with another stop on their final series of the game, finished with back-to-back sacks against Seminoles quarterback Deondre Francois, to secure a 37-34 victory.
Florida State running back Dalvin Cook caused big problems for the Tigers, rushing for 169 yards on 19 carries, the largest individual rushing total allowed by the Clemson defense this year.
Cook gained 113 of those yards on a pair of back-to-back plays in the third quarter. He ran for a 43-yard touchdown on the opening play of Florida State’s third possession of the third quarter. His next carry, on the opening play of Florida State’s fifth possession of the third quarter, went for a 70-yard touchdown that gave the Seminoles a 28-20 lead at the time.
Clemson defensive coordinator Brent Venables said he could live with those plays to a degree, because of how talented Cook is, but he acknowledged that they put the Tigers in a tough spot.
"You hate that they were one-play drive touchdowns," Venables said. "That's a killer. On the road doing that, you really don't deserve to win."
Cook achieved multiple milestones against Clemson that he had never before achieved in a collegiate game. He had a career-high four touchdowns, and for the first time in his career, two touchdowns of 40 yards or more in a single game.
This was the second consecutive year Clemson survived a big game from Cook to beat Florida State. Cook had 194 yards against Clemson in the Tigers’ 23-13 win in 2015. In that game, however, the Seminoles only had 361 total yards.
On Saturday, Florida State had 449 total yards, the second-highest total allowed by the Clemson defense this year. So although Clemson won, Venables said he was concerned with the number of big plays his unit gave up.
"Moving forward, that can't be a trend," Venables said.
Clemson got away with allowing what should have been two more big plays by Cook in the fourth quarter.
A long run on Florida State’s first offensive play of the fourth quarter was nullified when Florida State fullback Freddie Stevenson was penalized for a chop block – a penalty FSU coach Jimbo Fisher was adamant never should have been called.
“It was ridiculous," Fisher said. "That was a huge call in the game."
On Florida State’s next possession, Cook got wide open for what should have been a deep reception, but the ball went right through his hands.
Cook had only 40 yards on his first 12 rushing attempts of the night, but he wasn’t the only Seminole to make big plays against the Tigers on Saturday. Stevenson had a 38-yard run that set up Cook’s fourth touchdown of the game. Wide receivers Kermit Whitfield, Nyqwan Murray and Travis Rudolph each caught three passes of 15 yards or more.
Murray, who had just 111 career receiving yards before Saturday’s game, caught six passes for a career-high 96 yards. Whitfield finished with 70 receiving yards, with Rudolph had 63.
Clemson defensive tackle Dexter Lawrence acknowledged that the Tigers "definitely busted on some plays," but he wasn't overly concerned because of the game's end result.
"Big plays are going to happen, it's football," Lawrence said. "That's just the nature of the game, things like that are going to happen, but it's all about how we come back."
Belton-Honea Path product Kendall Joseph was Clemson’s leading tackler on Saturday with seven total tackles. Defensive end Austin Bryant, playing in just his second game of the season, led Clemson with two solo sacks. Safety Jadar Johnson had Clemson’s only defensive takeaway of the night with a second-quarter interception.
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"Tuna...who would have thought?! My family loved it!" – kelly
"Really good; quick and easy. Did not change a thing. Will make again soon—maybe have friends over and impress them. ;)" – susie
"Delicious, easy, and healthy! It was a huge hit. Will definitely make this again and again!" – Howay
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Fern's Tuna Casserole
Fern's tuna casserole has all the fixings for a night of comfort food just like grandma used to make. Potato chips sprinkled over bubbling egg noodles in cream of mushroom soup makes everyone happy.
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Dude, that was awesome!
That was real awesome flash!!!
that was the shit!! nice work!!!
I laughed so hard.
Incredible job! It was flippin' awesome.
I didn't know TF2 was so popular until TF2 flashes started showing up.
LMAO at the engineer/sniper part (so fucking true I used a teleporter and ended up trapped behind a fence.
I liked the fortress scene, but it seemed a little shaky, all of the other scenes were awesome, especialy the robot period part. Just... wow, hilarious.
The 3 best games on th PC..
This flash was very well done. The animation flowed perfectly and the humor was brilliantly executed for each scene :) Half-life2 and Portal are 2 of my favorites. I haven't played Team Fortress 2 yet but I will, especially now, it had some great reviews and my friends love it! Well anyway back to the review here, nice job man, and keep up the good work. "I ran out of mana", "this is not an RPG #3" lol, priceless :D
Hurry up and play Team Fortress 2 !
You'll love it ;)


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Black harem pants with zipper down front of waist. Two front hip pockets. Slouchy fit. Leg opening hems are stretchy. Has belt loops around the waist.
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I received these by mail order and they are very nice looking on, love the color of the zipper. The pants have a kind of casual classy feel to them. My only concern is that they seem to run a little big and like many of FP clothes they are unlined and the material of the pant is thin. I still think they are a great pair for a unique wardrobe collection.
I just got these and was pleasantly surprised...by the pants, but not how they looked on me. I'm not tall (5'2") and unfortunately they made me look rather like a duck. Not the hot look I was going for! However, for someone who is at least 5'5", they would be great. The fabric has a nice drape to it and the craftsmanship is very good. I like the zipper in the front. This is a really fabulous look on the right person. Sorry it wasn't for me.


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Today the Orenburg Regional Court Judicial Panel left the verdict unchanged relating to Filyus Khusainov, the former head of colony settlement No. 11 who was found guilty of committing the crime under item “a,b” part 3 Article 286 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation (“Abuse of office performed using violence or weapons”), and sentenced to three years of prison in a standard regime penal colony. The verdict of the court of the first instance took legal effect. Now human rights activists from the Committee for the Prevention of Torture representing the interests of Sergey Nikonorov (the victim) in this case, are planning to file a lawsuit for compensation of the moral damage caused by the criminal actions of the former head of the correctional facility.
We remind that, according to victim Sergey Nikonorov, former head of Colony Settlement No. 11, Filyus Khusainov forced him and other convicts to perform construction works at his country house using threats and unbearable conditions of serving the sentence (we wrote about this case).
This story started on 26 July 2013 when Irina Balashova first applied to human rights activists and reported that her partner, Sergey Nikonorov, serving his sentence in Colony Settlement No. 11, was systematically beaten, and threatened to be raped by the staff of the institution which is headed by Filyus Khusainov. This was caused by Nikonorov’s refusals to work at various construction sites, and his forced labor complaints lodged with the Investigative Committee and the Prosecutor’s Office.
In particular, Sergey told us in detail how he was building the country house and the sauna for Filyus Khusainov, the former head of Colony Settlement No. 11. Nikonorov insisted that during the check of the testimony on site he can indicate such details which cannot be known to a stranger, and even to the owner of the constructed facilities himself, but only to the immediate performer of the construction work.
In the course of the judicial proceedings former head of Penal Colony Settlement No.11 admitted his guilt, but only partially, denying his guilt in the part of using a fire-arm for the purpose of the victim Nikanorov intimidation. However, the court, having evaluated all the cumulative evidence, came to the conclusion that Khusainov used fire-arm during committing the crime. In particular, the victim precisely described the appearance of the gun before the traumatic weapon was seized in the course of the search in the Khusainov’s apartment. In addition, witness S., who was refurbishing the internal premises of a country house, stated that he heard a loud bang during Khusainov’s visit to the construction site. A dent on the stainless steel sheet of the fencing, which, according to the expert examination, could be made by the bullet fired from a traumatic gun, completes the picture.
On 4 May 2016 judge of the Novotroitskiy City Court Ekaterina Rodygina passed a judgment of conviction of former head of Penal Colony-Settlement No.11 of the Federal Penitentiary Service of Russia for the Orenburg region Filyus Khusainov. He was declared guilty of committing the crime under item «а» part 3 Article 286 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation («abuse of office performed using violence or with a threat of its use») and sentenced to three years of prison term in a standard regime penal colony. In addition, Khusainov is debarred from holding a public office within two years.
The convicted party did not agree with the guilty verdict of the court and filed an appeal. On 13 July this year Criminal Cases Panel of Orenburg Regional Court granted a petition of the representative of the Prosecutor’s office and returned the criminal case to Novotroitskiy City Court to consider the remarks to the court records. The court of first instance considered the remarks to the court records made by the state prosecutor, sustained them completely and after that sent the criminal case again to Orenburg Regional Court that has to examine the complaints made by Khusainov and his defender on merits.
In the course of the hearing that took place on 24 August the representative of the Prosecutor’s Office lodged a motion to postpone the hearing in order to provide additional evidence to the judicial panel proving that Khusainov used a traumatic weapon so as to force the victim to build the country house.
Finally in the course of today’s hearing the court satisfied the motion of the state prosecutor and filed the document proving the purchase of a traumatic gun by Khusainov in 2012. Let us remind you that during the hearings of the court of the first instance Khusainov insisted that he could not have had a weapon at the time of the events described by the victim.
Having listened once again the positions of the parties and the final speech of the person brought to trial for the last time, the court retreated to the chambers. According to the decision of the Orenburg Regional Court Judicial Panel, the verdict of Filyus Khusainov was left unchanged.
Albina Mudarisova, the lawyer of the Committee for the Prevention of Torture, comments on the result of today’s hearing: “We are satisfied with the today’s court ruling and that the verdict has finally taken legal effect. Now it will enable us to appeal to the court representing victim Sergey Nikonorov with a plaintiff’s claim to compensate the moral damages caused by criminal actions of the former head of the correctional facility”.


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text: As much as I love my Vette, I am seriously thinking about selling it! With gas prices getting so outrageous with no end in sight, I don't need it anymore. I am not going to pay that kind of money for premium fuel just to run up and down the roads in. I hate paying a car payment every month on a car just sitting in my garage that I am not using too. So, if someone offers me the right amount of cash, I will be an ex-Vette owner!

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Biotechnology company CoDa Therapeutics Inc said today it had closed the second half of its initial round of venture capital funding that has raised US$20 million ($29 million).
The funding by United States-based Domain Associates and Australia-based GBS Ventures would allow clinical trials of its pioneering tissue repair drug to begin by the end of this year.
The first investment of US$10 million, made by Domain, was announced in October last year with negotiations on the second round concluded in mid-January.
Clinical trials of its wound care technology, Nexagon, would be run by New Zealand sister company, CodaTherapeutics (NZ).
Chief executive Brad Duft said the investment gave CoDa the funds needed to develop Nexagon over the next 2-1/2 years and meant the company could stop pursuing financing for a period and focus on running clinical trials.
CoDa would meet FDA (US Food and Drug Administration) officials in early March and Mr Duft was hopeful dosing patients in New Zealand could get underway in December.
Manufacture of the drug had already begun.
Four clinical sites in New Zealand are being considered for the trials -- two in Auckland and one each in Wellington and Christchurch. One or two will ultimately be selected.
Nexagon was developed by Colin Green, professor of ophthalmology at the University of Auckland, in collaboration with David Becker at University College London.
The two scientists co-founded both CoDa. The US unit is spearheading commercial development while research remains in New Zealand and the UK.
Mr Duft said securing the venture capital investment was a significant achievement, given the string of failures with wound healing products to date. Many had tried and failed.
"Most drug development efforts to date have unsuccessfully tried to induce tissue growth in the face of the large genetic cascade that occurs when cells are damaged.
"We have taken a completely different approach which aims to shut down a single protein for just a few hours and then let the body take over and heal the wound naturally."
The first trial would be for acceleration of healing eyes following laser refractive surgery, where faster closing of the wound is needed to accelerate visual recovery and prevent a build up of scar tissue which can cause vision defects.
Preclinical studies showed Nexagon dramatically improved wound healing, with a single application reducing tissue death, swelling, inflammation and scarring; and accelerating time to wound closure. A second clinical trial will focus on skin wounds.
Dr Green said CoDa was committed to helping build biopharmaceutical capability in New Zealand. It had already hired two researchers and expected those to soon be joined by another.
Mr Duft first came to New Zealand in 2004 as a guest of the World Class New Zealand Programme, run by NZ Trade and Enterprise (NZTE).
The plan was to commercialise Nexagon by 2010.

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The Bastille Day, also known as the “la Fête Nationale” (The National Celebration) or the “le 14 Juillet” (the 14th of July), is a momentous occasion celebrated on July 14th each year in France.
As the country commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison in 1789 which marked the start of the French Revolution, during which the monarchy was disposed of and a more democratic government was adopted, one of the best ways to partake in the festivities is by witnessing the spectacular Bastille Day fireworks.
We have carefully selected some of the prime locations where you can witness these mesmerizing displays and immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere and capture the spirit of France’s rich history.
Where To Watch Bastille Day Fireworks
Eiffel Tower, Paris
The Eiffel Tower, which is located in the heart of Paris is undoubtedly one of the most iconic spots to witness the Bastille Day fireworks. As the tower illuminates the sky with its light show, spectators are treated to a magnificent display of pyrotechnics.
Arriving early is essential due to the massive crowd as this year’s show will be accompanied by a special concert of classical music and opera which kicks off at 9:10 pm featuring artists from across the globe, the Radio France Choir, the French National Orchestra, and special lighting effects which takes place at the base of the Eiffel Tower. The centerpiece of the show, which is the Fireworks start at 11 pm and would last for about 35 minutes. It will also be broadcasted live on France Inter and France 2 TV.
Champ de Mars, Paris
Located right beneath the Eiffel Tower, the vast Champ de Mars offers an alternative vantage point for Bastille Day fireworks. This sprawling green space surrounding the Eiffel Tower allows close to a million Parisians and Paris visitors to dine and relax all afternoon with wines and champagne selling until 4 pm while awaiting the mesmerizing display. The fireworks’ reflection against the iconic iron lattice of the Eiffel Tower creates a captivating visual spectacle, painting the night sky with bursts of color.
Promenade des Anglais, Nice
While Paris may have stolen the spotlight, other cities in France offer equally captivating locations to witness the Bastille Day fireworks. One such destination is the beautiful city of Nice. The Promenade des Anglais, stretching along the coastline, provides a serene environment to admire the fireworks with its reflection beautifully visible on the Mediterranean Sea. The synergy of the vibrant fireworks, cool sea breeze, and lively atmosphere of Nice makes this location a memorable choice.
La Croisette, Cannes
Cannes, renowned for its international film festival, is another spectacular spot that offers splendid scenery for the Bastille Day fireworks. The glamorous La Croisette promenade, lined with upscale boutiques and luxurious hotels, becomes the center stage for the dazzling pyrotechnics. Watching the fireworks against the backdrop of the glistering Mediterranean Sea creates a magical surrounding that complements the celebratory spirit of the occasion.
Rhône River, Lyon
Moving away from the coast, Lyon, the gastronomic capital of France, offers a unique experience for witnessing the Bastille Day fireworks. The banks of the Rhône River, flowing through the heart of the city provide a stunning setting to enjoy the fireworks’ reflection dancing on the water’s surface while enjoying a festive atmosphere enhanced by live music, street performers, and the delectable local cuisine.
Bastille Day fireworks in France are not limited to a single location but are celebrated with grandeur and elegance in various cities across the country. Whether you choose to be in the heart of Paris, along the French Riviera, or on the banks of the Rhône River, witnessing these spectacular displays will immerse you in the patriotic fervor and rich history of France. Remember to check local regulations, arrive early to secure a good spot, and prepare to be captivated by the awe-inspiring beauty of the Bastille Day fireworks may your Bastille Day be filled with awe-inspiring moments and cherished memories


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