text: On December 22nd, 2015, Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos signed regulatory Decree 2467 that codifies the path by which companies can apply for and obtain processing and extraction (oils and related products), cultivation and exportation licences for scientific and medical purposes. Subsequently, on February 2, 2016, PharmaCielo became the first company to formally apply to the Colombian Ministry of Health and the National Drug Counsel (Consejo Nacional de Estupefacientes) for licensing consideration. PharmaCielo was granted the country's first cannabis processing and extraction licence, on June 28, 2016. On October 23, 2017, PharmaCielo received the first Colombian licences for the cultivation of cannabis with unrestricted percentages of tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) and cannabidiol (CBD) alike. The Company intends to complete the requirements to become a licensed exporter as soon as possible. PharmaCielo is now commencing cultivation and processing of large volumes of premium quality, all natural cannabis flower into highly standardized, medicinal-grade oil extracts and related products. All aspects of our production model are designed to be flexible and easily scalable to meet global market demand. We will be able to consistently and cost effectively supply existing ready-for-import markets as well as rapidly increase export capacity as new medical cannabis markets open.


CGT - End to B&B share dealing
The Inland Revenue has decided not to close loopholes which will allow investors to continue ‘bed-and-breakfasting’ shares, despite the Budget’s clampdown on the practice, writes Andreina Cordani.
This spring’s finance bill will include measures against bed-and-breakfasting, in which investors avoid a heavy capital gains tax bill by selling shares and buying them back the next day. But the Revenue has confirmed the bill will not rule out ‘bed-and-PEPing’ in which shares are sold by an investor and bought back inside a PEP and so remain CGT-free.
Other ways of getting around the legislation, including getting the investor’s spouse to buy back the shares the next day, or creating a trust in the investor’s name and gifting the shares to the trust, are expected to remain in place.
A Revenue spokesman said: ‘Bed-and-PEPing will continue. But the chancellor has made clear his feeling on the subject of bed-and-breakfasting, and ministers will keep an eye on developments and take action if necessary.’
David Norman, senior manager at KPMG, said: ‘Fewer people will be aware of these loopholes than were involved in bed-and-breakfasting, and the cost of going through them will be higher.’


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Bink Designs has completed a colorful and visually striking website designed for off-road racing’s brightest young star, Brandon Arthur. The site shows off Brandon’s team colors and includes a custom “Brandon Arthur” logo all designed in house by Brian Binkert of Bink Designs. It is a place where Brandon can promote his team and the many sponsors who value the exposure Brandon provides on and off the racecourse.
Fans will enjoy the many features the website has like photos and videos of Brandon in action, the latest news, links to sponsor’s websites and much more. Brandon has demonstrated his driving skills in competition. Now with help from Bink Designs, he has taken the steps to create his identity and grow his fan base through successful promotion and interaction with the public.
Bink Designs provides a number of marketing services that will help take your race team to the next level including: Identity, Print Design, Vinyl Graphics, Web Design, Photography and Apparel.
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Bridgestone will use Microsoft Azure to accelerate its digital transformation and enhance its portfolio of connected tires and mobility solutions worldwide
Bridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) today announced a partnership with Microsoft to use Microsoft Azure to accelerate development and go-to-market strategies to support Bridgestone’s portfolio of digital transformation and sustainable solutions.
“Since our first announcement of partnership in 2020, Microsoft has been a valuable partner in both our European and US markets,” said Paolo Ferrari, Joint Global Chief Operating Officer, Bridgestone Corporation, and President & CEO, Bridgestone Americas. “We are excited to build on this partnership with an enhanced and expanded offering that enables Bridgestone to develop new innovations worldwide and deliver them quickly to our customers in line with the Bridgestone E8 commitment.”
Advanced and predictive maintenance analytics drive greater productivity and efficiency for customers. By leveraging Azure, Bridgestone can create value for customers, primarily fleet and OEM customers, by integrating advanced tire analytics to better understand tire wear and casing condition, maximize tire renewal and inform when tire maintenance may be required to be. Both companies will continue to use the Microsoft Connected Vehicle Platform to capture and analyze tire data in real time as part of a fully integrated vehicle ecosystem.
“We know that uptime, driver safety and total cost of ownership are paramount for Fleets, for example,” said Ferrari. “The Connected Vehicle Platform allows us to provide insight through each of these lenses, as well as others, by using data directly from the tire to unlock value that would otherwise get stuck.”
Bridgestone will also build new cloud capabilities using Azure that further streamline and modernize the company’s core tire and IT operations, including workplace productivity. Bridgestone will use Microsoft solutions to strengthen operational effectiveness and provide greater flexibility and scalability for business tools and platforms. Improved agility in core infrastructure will result in faster expansion of tire-centric solutions to the customer, improved efficiency and collaboration across the enterprise, more robust governance and security, and overall savings in operational costs.
“As the world around us becomes more digital and data-driven, it’s exciting to see how Bridgestone works to bring new solutions and data analytics to their customers,” said Sanjay Ravi, General Manager Automotive Mobility and Transportation at Microsoft. “Our longstanding relationship with Bridgestone has led to many successes and we look forward to supporting their journey in delivering new solutions that result in improvements, fleet management and overall business efficiency.”
The Bridgestone E8 Commitment consists of eight values that Bridgestone is committed to co-create with employees, society, partners and customers to realize a sustainable society. The initiative with Microsoft will help Bridgestone realize its “Efficiency”, “Extension” and “Economy” values.
Since our first collaboration announcement in 2020, Microsoft has been a valuable partner in both our European and US markets. We are excited to build on this partnership with an enhanced and expanded offering that enables Bridgestone to develop new innovations worldwide and deliver them quickly to our customers in line with the Bridgestone E8 commitment.
Joint Global Chief Operating Officer, Bridgestone Corporation, and President & CEO, Bridgestone Americas

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American airman hold party for sick kids
SERIOUSLY ill children were treated to a special Christmas party at the weekend by American servicemen.
The Imperial War Museum Duxford was the venue for the event which was organised by the 48th Fighter Wing of the United States Air Force in Europe.
A variety of fun activities were arranged, including making reindeer out of candy canes, and face painting as well as exciting games.
Then event carried on the tradition of children’s Christmas parties at the site which date back to 1943.
The 78th Fighter Group, United States Army Air Force (USAAF), based at RAF Duxford, hosted the party for local children and their care for youngsters goes back to wartime.
Seven orphaned children who lost their parents in the Second World War were ‘adopted’ by the unit, and money was donated for their education and food.


In China, a new Geely sedan has been declassified, which will replace the Emgrand GL model. Having lost the letter G in the name, he became related technically with the crossover
The BMA platform, developed jointly by engineers from Geely and Volvo, is at the heart of an entire family of models, but the Emgrand L will be the largest carrier. At the same time, its wheelbase, 2700 mm, is identical to the base of its predecessor, which is formally based on a different platform, and the concept of the chassis is the same: in front there is a McPherson suspension, in the back there is a conventional torsion beam. But the rigidity of the structure has increased significantly, the kinematics and settings have been revised, which should result in exquisite driving manners: as we already know, Geely Coolray has completely «adult» habits, without discounts on the origin.
The basic powertrain remains the same: a 1.4-liter turbo engine with 141 hp. can be combined with either a manual transmission or a variator. Perhaps later, a modification with a 1.5-liter Volvo unit from the same «Coolrey» will appear: in China it produces 177 hp, in our country it is derated to 150. In addition, the transition to a new platform means the emergence of modern electronic systems, such as adaptive cruise control with auto brake function, lane keep assist, adaptive head light, etc.
The dimensions of the sedan (4735x1815x1478 mm) have practically not changed, but the design has undergone significant metamorphoses. On the old frame, new exterior panels have been mounted, giving the car a more aggressive look. The manufacturer calls its new corporate identity Energy Storm, saying it will expand to other Geely models in the future. The style’s father is probably the new chief designer of the Chinese brand, Stefan Sielaff, who joined Geely from Bentley at the beginning of the year, replacing Peter Horbury.
Alas, there are no images of the interior yet, but its architecture will most likely resemble the five-door Emgrand S, presented this spring. In fact, this is familiar to us
Photos are taken from open sources.


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Grandma's House was designed by me. Its actually an old rendition of my Great Grandma's house located in Taos, NM. The Old stove still burns during the winter and chair are still there as well as the old vinyl floors.
Light Rays were seperated out by just rendering the light with light fog shaders then applying a matte to the entire scene.
Rendered out with just the spec and bump map on in the shaders.
All artwork copyright Ben Jaramillo 2006-2009
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Dream interpretation : dreaming of aura.
Symbols : power, energy, expression.
The aura is an energy field surrounding the physical body of living beings, but also of objects, elements, etc.
Dreaming of aura indicates how powerful you feel. The aura is the representation of the power in you, that which you maintain. You are aware that you can attract or repel people through your aura.
In dream, aura is the spiritual expression of the Self. It is interesting to take into account the color (s) of your aura in order to determine your mood or your current aspirations.
Remember that interpretations may differ according to the symbols we personally associate with these themes. It is possible and interesting to interpret ones own dreams. Go to the article: How to interpret dreams.

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Cinema has been the driving force to place the Palestinian identity on the world map.
An increasing number of Palestinian films are being nominated in film festivals across the globe. The narrative of each director continues to instil hope into the Palestinian collective consciousness.
The Educational Bookshop takes the responsibility of connecting this global success with the homeland, providing a full collection of Palestinian films and music - for all of you to enjoy. Part of our duty to support our local artists and film makers is expressed through this service.
Did you know?
Naji Al-Ali (1938-1987), drew more than 40,000 cartoons in his 49 years life.
That is an average of almost 3 cartoons every day of his entire life!

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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the death of man in Marske.
Cleveland Police launched an investigation on Wednesday after emergency services were called to Wheatacre Close.
A large cordon was erected around the residential area which is close to Barnaby Close in the seaside town.
White suited scenes of crime officers also erected a blue tent close to the end-terrace property as they began their investigations.
Cleveland Police said a 25-year-old man had been arrested awaited questioning on Wednesday morning.
The force has now confirmed he has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
A spokesperson said: "Police have confirmed a 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder.
"Officers were called to an address on Wheatacre Close, Marske, by Cleveland Fire Brigade colleagues at around 2.15am today (June 9) where they were dealing with a house fire.
"On arrival a man from inside the address was discovered deceased.
"The man’s family have been notified and are being supported by specially trained family liaison officers.
"Police are not releasing his identity at this time.
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"A 25-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and is in custody.
"Officers remain at the scene and detectives are carrying out extensive enquiries as our investigation continues.
"Police are appealing to anyone with information from overnight or anything they’ve witnessed in recent days which they believe may assist.
"Detectives are also appealing for dashcam or CCTV footage. If you can assist call 101, reference 093555."
North East Ambulance Service and Cleveland Fire Brigade were also called to the scene around 2am.
A large police cordon remains in place around the property and scenes of crime experts kitted up in white protective suits are on scene.
The property is believed to be separated into two flats.
The terrace is surrounded by police tape with a cordon stretching to the junction of Barnaby Close and Wheatacre Close in the seaside town.
There are a number of Cleveland Police officers and vehicles at the scene as investigations continue.

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Here are the facts to know before boarding your next flight.
With Maryland’s adult-use cannabis law going into effect last week, the number of legal states has grown to 24. This containing wave of legalization has sparked an ever-increasing interest among travelers who wish to bring their cannabis on a plane to their destinations. And the stats are clear: The burning questions asked to Google include “Can you take weed on a plane,” which is up by 204% and “Bring CBD on a plane,” which is up by a whopping 374%.
In response to this surge in curiosity, Jonathan Bohun, a well-versed cannabis expert and the founder and CEO of WEEDAR, provides valuable insights and answers to five frequently asked questions regarding traveling with cannabis products.
Can I Carry CBD Products on a Plane?
According to the TSA, you may carry FDA-approved CBD products that contain less than 0.3% THC. These products, classified as hemp-derived CBD, are decriminalized at the federal level as they don’t induce psychoactive effects. However, it’s crucial to remember that state laws can vary and what may be legal at the federal level might still be restricted or prohibited in certain states. Therefore, it is always best to check the specific laws of your departure and destination states before you travel with marijuana to ensure compliance and avoid any potential complications.
Can I Bring Cannabis on a Plane?
While many states have ok’d some form of legalization, whether adult use or medical, federal law still considers cannabis illegal. Therefore, as a general rule, carrying cannabis on a plane is always prohibited. However, local authorities may exercise discretion if the quantity carried falls within the legal limits specified by state law. It’s crucial to note that in states where cannabis possession remains illegal, travelers may face serious consequences, including potential jail time.
If you’re determined to bring cannabis on board, here are the key steps:
Thoroughly research the state laws of both your departure and destination to ensure compliance and avoid legal issues during your travels
Familiarize yourself with the rules and regulations set forth by the airline you are traveling with, as they may have specific policies regarding cannabis transportation
Will I Be Arrested if the TSA Catches Me with Cannabis?
The primary focus of the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is to maintain security and prevent potential threats, such as weapons or explosives. Although TSA agents are primarily concerned with these security risks, if they come across prohibited items, including cannabis, during the screening process, they’re obligated to involve local law enforcement.
The specific consequences you may face will largely depend on local state laws. These can range from fines and confiscation of your stash to potential arrest, depending on the severity of the violation and the prevailing laws in that particular state.
Can I Carry Medical Marijuana on a Plane?
Under federal law, cannabis with more than 0.3% THC content is considered illegal. Consequently, the short answer is no; you cannot carry medical marijuana on a plane. However, if you’re traveling between states that have legalized medical marijuana, you may be able to show your valid medical card to the TSA. It is crucial to note that some states do not recognize out-of-state medical cards, so it’s advisable to confirm the recognition of your medical card in the state you’re visiting.
Do yourself a favor and double-check the policies of the airline you’re traveling with, as some carriers explicitly prohibit the transportation of medical cannabis, even if you possess a valid MMJ card which can result in real consequences.
Can I Board a Plane While High?
Federal aviation regulations strictly prohibit individuals from boarding a plane while under the influence of any substance, including cannabis and alcohol. If you show up at the airport visibly intoxicated or impaired, there’s a high likelihood that you’ll be denied boarding.
If you fear flying or experience travel-related anxiety, consider alternative options such as CBD, which can provide a calming effect without the potential psychoactive turbulence. So, sit back, relax and let your flight pass by in a soothing haze without the need for weed.
One final thought: As the legality and regulations surrounding cannabis can—and do—vary from state to state, it’s essential to understand the nuances before embarking on any journey that involves cannabis. So, it’s time to equip yourself with the knowledge surrounding the regulations of traveling with marijuana on a plane.
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This book is an examination of the European art cinema piece "l'Anne derniere a Marienbad," a collaboration between director Alain Resnais and "enfant terrible" Alian Robbe-Grillet. An abstract thriller and love story, this book attempts to show that the movie's deviations are a philosophical puzzle.
ISBN: 9780851708218 ISBN-10: 0851708218 Series: BFI Film Classics Audience:
Number Of Pages: 72 Published: 26th February 2001 Publisher: BRITISH FILM INST Country of Publication: GB Dimensions (cm): 19.0 x 13.6
Weight (kg): 0.14
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Mercedes was traditionally known for making luxury cars that weren’t as fast and precise as some of its competitors. But the story has changed in recent years, thanks to the AMG lineup that is blowing away the competition by making incredibly fast & agile cars. In this video, we will present you the top seven fastest Mercedes Benz cars models of 2021 and their specifications:
Mercedes AMG GLS 63
Mercedes GLS is undoubtedly the most luxurious SUV the brand has ever made but its specifications and the equipment level vary across the trim levels.
The AMG version is not only bonkers fast but also provides all the luxury you expect from a Mercedes SUV priced at $132,000.
The exterior features signature AMG design clues that allow it to have a more muscular road presence, but it is what under its skin that makes it a truly sporty SUV.
Equipped with several electronic & mechanical aids, the full-size sports SUV navigates through corners like a sports car which is truly amazing.
At its heart lies a 4L V8 engine that pumps out 612 hp, which helps the 7-seater run from 0-100km/h in just 4.1 seconds and achieve a top speed of 250 km/h which is unbelievable for a 3-ton SUV.
Mercedes AMG A45 S 4MATIC Hatchback
The AMG A45 S is one of a kind hatchback that has kept the hot hatch segment alive with its attractive looks and equally fascinating performance.
The mean looks aren’t just there for the show, but they also provide the much-needed airflow for a controlled ride & lesser air drag.
The interior also features several unique features such as contrasting stitching and sports seats that perfectly resonate with the overall character of the sporty hatchback.
Powered by the world’s most powerful 4-cylinder engine that pushes out 421 hp, the power packed hatch is capable of achieving 100km/h from a standstill in just 3.9 seconds and has a top speed of 270 km/h.
The $66,000 car has a 4Matic all-wheel-drive system for maximum traction which helps it complete laps at an incredibly fast pace.
Mercedes AMG GLC 63 4MATIC+
The Mercedes GLC is the brand’s entry-level SUV whose AMG version has more than enough power to make it one of the fastest Mercedes ever made to this date.
Available in both an SUV and a coupe version, it has got the looks and character of its bigger siblings that are further boosted by its potent 4L bi-turbo powertrain pushing out 510hp at fraction of seconds.
Despite being a mid-size SUV, it holds a shiny lap record under its belt which wouldn’t have been possible without its ability to do 0-100km/h in just 3.8 seconds and the capability to reach a top speed of 280km/h.
Such fascinating performance numbers come at a cost, so be prepared to shell out $74,000 if you want to buy this particular performance packed crossover.
Mercedes AMG C63S
The AMG C63S is an ideal choice if you are looking for a C-class spec road & track performer.
Being based on an entry level platform does not mean it lacks the bells & whistles of a top-of-the-line model, in fact, it has got all the kit you would expect from an AMG-tuned Mercedes.
The styling is largely based on the previous version, but the modifications have made the 2021 model at par with its competitors.
Powering the sporty sedan is the brand’s signature 4L V8 engine that produces 503 hp allowing the car to complete 0-100 km/h in just 3.8 seconds and to achieve a top speed of 290 km/h.
The extensively revised & tuned new version comes with a sticker price of $78,000 which is pretty justifiable for a sedan as sporty as some of the sportscars out there.
Mercedes AMG E63S
The AMG E63S is the bigger, more powerful, and obviously a pricier sibling of the C63S.
The great thing about it is its ability to deliver performance at par with track-specific cars while still being able to be a practical 4-door sedan.
The overall styling looks strikingly similar to other AMG models, but the unique size and the profile help the E63S to stand out from the rest of the offerings.
At its core lies the tried & tested 4L V8 engine that has been tuned to deliver 612 hp which in turn provides the car the ability to clock 0-100 km/h in just 3.4 seconds and to go all the way up to 300 km/h.
It is one of the most well-equipped cars in its class which is reflected in its $108,000 price tag.
Mercedes AMG GTC Roadster
The AMG GTC Roadster is a $165,000 underrated car but it does not necessarily mean that it hasn’t got what it takes to be a great roadster.
In addition to great performance numbers, the grand tourer also looks stunning on the inside out which is further glorified by its retractable roof and two-seat configuration.
The mid-mounted engine in the front provides the best balance along tricky corners giving you the confidence and ability to explore previously unexplored boundaries of an AMG-tuned car.
Speaking of a mid-mounted engine, it is worthy to know that the 4L V8 can produce a maximum of 550 hp which is sufficient to push you back into your seat.
The impressive power to weight ratio also helps in achieving a top speed of 312 km/h with a 0-100 km/h time of just 3.5 seconds that is nothing short of amazing for a mainstream roadster.
Mercedes AMG GT 63S
The AMG GT 63S is an ultimate 4-door sedan that triumphs over many of its rivals in many ways. The sheer power output, aesthetics, and overall dynamics make it a potent adversary against much pricier competitors which is one of its main selling points.
The coupe body style combined with aggressive interior layout elevates the overall profile which is what people have come to expect from the fastest AMG of all the time.
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The fastest car in Mercedes arsenal also utilizes a 4L V8 powerplant that has been specifically tuned for a total power output of 639 hp.
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The increased power output coupled with numerous other upgrades helps the practical, yet lethal sedan achieves a 0-100km/h mark in just 3.1 seconds with a top speed of 315 km/h. The $162,000 price tag is a great bargain considering it’s a 639 hp track monster.


US heavy metallers Icarus Witch have unveiled details about their upcoming fourth album. The album will be called Rise and will be released on July 3rd via Cleopatra Records. "Rise", the title track from the upcoming album, can be streamed at this location.
US heavy metallers Icarus Witch are sad to announce the cancellation of the Di'Anno Tour where they would have shared the stage with Widow and Cauldron. The band posted the following on their MySpace page: "As many of you have heard by now, Paul Di'Anno has cancelled (or indefinitely postponed) his scheduled North American tour for this summer."
"Tragedy", the brand-new single from traditional metallers Icarus Witch, is now available for streaming at the band's Myspace profile.
The track was produced by Dave Watson at Soundscape Studios in Pittsburgh and mastered at Prairie Cat Mastering in Belvidere, Illinois by M.J.R. This marked the first time Icarus Witch recorded with an engineer other than longtime producer Eric Klinger (Pro-Pain, Built Upon Frustration) who recently relocated to Belgium.
After the US tour, Icarus Witch will return to the studio to record a new full-length album for a 2011 release.
Just three months ago, after the departure of original vocalist Matthew Bizilia, the guys of Icarus Witch were joined by a replacement vocalist Christopher Shaner. However, due to contractual obligations Christopher had prior to joining Icarus Witch, he will be unable to join the band for the first 3 dates of the Y&T tour that kicks off next Friday in Portland, Oregon. The band has, however, found a temporary replacement in vocalist Jason Russo.
In a statement on their MySpace blog, the band says: "We first had the pleasure to hear this guy wail a few years back when he was fronting Lifeforce Records artist, Herod. Since that time we also played a show in Cleveland with his band, Darkling. With a voice somewhere between TNT & Helloween on the high end and a ballsy growl that would make King Diamond proud, he's the perfect fit for this temporary fill in. We are most grateful that he's agreed to take this challenge on such a short notice. Portland, Seattle & Spokane are in for a rare treat. Don't take our word for it; check out his pipes at here."
In a statement on the band's website, the US heavy metal band Icarus Witch announce the news they have parted ways with their singer, and already announced his replacement. Here's the full message:
"We are excited to announce yet another massive shift in our ranks as we welcome new vocalist Christopher Shaner to the Icarus Witch circle and part ways amicably with original vocalist, Matthew Bizilia. Matthew's contributions to the band have been immeasurable over the past six years. While this was a serious decision for both parties, professional differences of opinion led to the change. Bizilia is a phenomenal talent who will always be a part of the Witch family as we wish him much success on his future ventures.
Heavy metallers Icarus Witch have issued the following update:
"Many people have mentioned over the last few years that they miss hearing Icarus Witch as a 2 guitar lineup with the harmonies, rhythms and dual leads intact. Our position was that we also enjoy hearing those elements but did not want to inject a new, unknown member into an equation that was already running so smoothly on stage. While on the Paul Di'Anno tour we were fortunate enough to have that 2nd guitar slot for Paul's set filled by a phenomenal talent in Pittsburgh area guitarist, Ed Skero (aka Full Metal Duffy). Performing that challenging set every night with Ed on stage proved a couple of things:
The 3rd full length CD, from traditional metallers Icarus Witch mysteriously entitled, Draw Down The Moon, will be released February 9th, 2010 through Cleopatra Records/Koch Distribution. The band was recently described as having a "Heavy influence of Iron Maiden combined with good old fashioned hard/rock metal production and great musicianship" by Don Jamieson, host of VH1 Classic's That Metal Show. Perhaps this assessment helped land the boys the opening slot on original Maiden crooner, Paul DiAnno's first American tour in over 15 years, commencing this January 27 in NYC.
Britain's Metal Hammer magazine recently drafted Icarus Witch for both their cover mount compilation CD as well as an interview on their feature about the explosive rise of traditional metal with the younger generation of bands, referring to the Witch as "One of the best new bands to take up the NWOTM (New Wave of Traditional Metal) standard and carry it triumphantly into the future. With such accolades, the pressure is mounting for the group to top their previous efforts, a feat which has been handily accomplished by the creation of this new album, their first since 2007's critically acclaimed, Songs For The Lost.


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In January 1918, a month-old boy was discovered in a basket in the Gimbels department store in Manhattan, and as he changed hands from a sales clerk to store officials to the New York Nursery and Child's Hospital, someone along the way named him Arthur Field.
Five years later, after bouncing from one foster home to the next, Arthur boarded a train bound for Iowa, where he would finally get a set of parents, and a new name.
With that, Art F. Smith, now 82, became one of 200,000 orphaned, abandoned or poor children sent west between 1854 and 1929 as part of a broad but little-known social experiment. Like many others who had traveled on what was known as the Orphan Train, Mr. Smith has recounted his life tale perhaps a thousand times, particularly at reunions like the ones held every year in New York.
But now that more than seven decades have passed since the last Orphan Train headed west, the reunions have dwindled, and the one that opened Thursday night and continues through tonight at the Marriott Marquis Hotel in Times Square could be the last time Mr. Smith gets to reminisce with the people who shared his historic exodus.Continue reading the main story
''More and more of them leave us every year,'' said Philip Coltoff, executive director of the Children's Aid Society, one of the founders of the Orphan Train Movement. ''It's an ever-shrinking number of original riders who can come back.''
The Orphan Train Movement carried orphaned or abandoned children from New York and other East Coast cities west to small towns, as part of a social experiment by Children's Aid, the New York Foundling Hospital and other nonprofit organizations. Only a few hundred of the original train riders are still alive.
Mr. Smith, a tall man with a lurching stride, said he remembered only one thing about his New York childhood: a large pan of apple peels served as Thanksgiving dinner in one of his foster homes. In 1922, he was removed from the home and placed with Children's Aid, which included him in a group of 12 children aboard a train bound for Iowa. He remembers the trip vividly.
''The ladies had a big box with sandwich fixings and fresh fruit and fresh milk,'' Mr. Smith said. ''But they couldn't keep it fresh for long, so along the way farmers would meet the train and sell them fresh fruit and milk. It was December and it was cold. We looked out the windows and saw things we had never seen before -- cows, horses, chickens.''
When the train arrived in a small Iowa farming town called Clarinda, a large group of farmers gathered at the station to greet the children. According to a local news report, 5-year-old Arthur climbed up onto a man's lap and asked, ''Are you going to be my daddy?'' The man and his wife, Worley and Lillian Smith, who had gone to the station simply out of curiosity, took him home.
At the reunion Thursday night, Mr. Smith traded quips with Fred Swedenburg, 81, who was 6 in 1925 when he and his brother Howard Hurd, 78, left New York by train, headed for Nebraska. The two boys had been removed from their Victor, N.Y., home after their mother was charged with ''scandalous neglect,'' Mr. Swedenburg said. Mr. Hurd's first memories were of the hard wooden seats on the train, which deposited the boys in separate homes, about 20 miles apart in two Nebraska towns, Clarks and Stromsburg.
Both men credit the Children's Aid Society with saving their lives. ''How long would two boys have lived if they were on the street at 3 and 6 years old?'' Mr. Hurd asked. Between them, they now have 16 children, 41 grandchildren and 19 great-grandchildren.
Although many of the train riders were orphaned or severely neglected by their parents, the Orphan Train Movement has often been criticized for removing children from homes simply because they were children of poor, mostly immigrant, families, considered ''the dangerous classes'' by turn-of-the-century social reformers.
Although the reformers argued that children would be better served by the fresh air and wholesome hard work of rural America than the city's squalor, the movement's critics charged that the children were often placed on farms where they were treated as slave laborers.
The orphan trains did not find a permanent home for William E. Oser, whose father died of ''paralysis'' when he was 11 months old, he said, and whose mother died of tuberculosis 12 months later. He and his sister Marge were sent by train to Michigan in 1925, but were returned to orphanages in New York two years later after social workers found that they were being abused by their adoptive parents.
Nevertheless, trains came to define Mr. Oser's life. After leaving the orphanage, he got a job on the railroad, where he stayed for 42 years. He ultimately become a general supervisor at Grand Central Terminal and retired at 61.
The last orphan train left for Texas in 1929. The youngest known living train rider, Bill B. S. Woodruff, 73, is one of just 22 who joined Thursday's New York reunion, along with about 125 spouses and children. They continue to tell their stories, they said, because they believe that this part of America's past has been left out of the history books.
''I didn't find out until I was 71 that I was part of something,'' Mr. Smith said. ''I knew I was sent out to Iowa with a bunch of kids, but I didn't know there were 200,000 of us. All of us were surprised to learn about it, and now wherever we go, we try to tell people our story.''Continue reading the main story

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An undisclosed number of construction workers have been reportedly trapped under the rubble of a seven-storey building that collapsed at First Avenue, Banana Island, Ikoyi area of Lagos.
According to an eyewitness, some of the workers jumped from the top floors, just before the building collapsed.
And some kids walking around the site narrowly escaped.
Meanwhile, the state government has said it was investigating the incident.
It note that the building was unapproved and that the collapse occurred when casting was being doen.
In a statement by Mukaila Sanusi, Deputy Director, Public Affairs, Lagos State government said: “An unapproved seven-floor building under construction has collapsed in Banana Island, Lagos State, this evening.
“Few, who sustained injuries are being treated. There is no fatality. This unfortunate incident happened while casting was being done.
“The Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Engr. Tayo Bamgbose-Martins, was immediately on site to assess the situation and flag-off investigation.
“We ask members of the public to remain calm and expect further information from the ministry as we know more.”
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John Cena returned during WWE SmackDown this week. He was amped to be back in WWE, and that promo lasted a little while before Jimmy Uso spoiled the party. While he was there by himself, John Cena made a big announcement about Payback.
During his hyped-up promo, John Cena said that WWE Payback is tomorrow. That is when he had a big announcement.
John Cena stated that he will be hosting WWE Payback this Saturday. That excited the crowd in a big way, and Pittsburgh will get a big treat with John Cena hosting the pay-per-view event.
John Cena isn’t booked for a match, but that doesn’t mean he won’t wrestle during this run. He’s supposed to be back for a couple of months, or even longer, if the SAG-AFTRA Strike continues even longer.
WWE Payback will go down tomorrow, and we will have full coverage of the event right here at Ringside News.
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CPTAC investigators from Baylor College of Medicine and the Broad Institute of MIT and Harvard in collaboration with oncologists at Washington University in St. Louis have identified biological markers in triple negative breast cancer (TNBC) that are associated with resistance to chemotherapy treatment. Their study, published in Cancer Discovery, deployed an innovative analytic approach called “microscaled proteogenomics” to probe the molecular basis for differential response to chemotherapy of TNBC patients. Data from standard DNA and RNA sequencing approaches were integrated with mass spectrometry-based proteomic and phosphoproteomic analyses to derive more complete molecular portraits of treatment-responsive versus treatment-resistant tumors.
“TNBC is the most difficult to treat form of breast cancer, with standard treatment requiring multiple chemotherapy drugs that unfortunately often fail to cure the patient,” said first and co-corresponding author Dr. Meenakshi Anurag, assistant professor of medicine at the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center at Baylor. “It is imperative that we develop approaches to predict response so that only effective treatments are given. Furthermore, patients who don’t respond to standard drugs need entirely new treatment approaches. The discovery of therapeutic alternatives will depend on new insights into how TNBC arises.”
The team conducted analyses that triangulated treatment response, chromosomal deletion or gain and concordant decreases or increases in mRNA and protein expression. This led the team to determine that a deletion on chromosome 19, located in a region called 19q13.31-33, was associated with resistance to chemotherapy treatment. Of the hundreds of genes deleted in this location, expression of the DNA ligase gene LIG1 was one of the mostly consistently suppressed genes at both the mRNA and protein level. In model systems, and in other TNBC data sets, loss of expression and/or deletion of LIG1 was associated with selective carboplatin resistance and poor clinical outcome. LIG1 is a critical component of lagging strand DNA synthesis that connects Okazaki fragments (small DNA segments that must be connected to complete the DNA synthesis reaction). Interestingly, the lagging stand DNA polymerase POLD1 is frequently co-deleted with LIG1, suggesting a multigenic mechanism is in play. Lagging-strand synthesis components are generally considered essential to cellular survival. However, the team discovered that reductions in the levels of these enzymes were associated with marked chromosomal instability in multiple cancer types and selective carboplatin resistance in TNBC. Mechanistic studies are underway to determine how the genome is destabilized and how tumors with LIG1 deletion can be more effectively treated.
Dr. Matthew Ellis, a McNair Scholar at Baylor and director of the Lester and Sue Smith Breast Center at the time of this research, and Dr. Steve Carr, Senior Director of Proteomics and an institute scientist at Broad, who together orchestrated the analysis, said, “This groundbreaking study clearly reveals the power of combining microscaled proteogenomic analyses with careful clinical research to produce new insights into the nature of cancer.”
Investigators were funded within the NCI’s CPTAC as a multidisciplinary Proteogenomic Translational Research Center to apply proteomic and genomic approaches to clinically-relevant research projects that use clinical trial samples to understand drug response and therapeutic resistance.


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Management of acute intoxication from designer drugs is especially difficult because no antidotes are available. Acute and long-term treatment is also a challenge and must rely heavily on counseling while encouraging young, impulsive patients to change their behavior.
Management of Acute Intoxication
No specific antidotes are available for designer drug toxicity. Activated charcoal is not useful unless there has been significant oral ingestion. Most non-psychiatric symptoms appear self-limited and resolve within one to several days with supportive treatment. Unpleasant psychological effects of acute intoxication, such as anxiety, agitation, or paranoia, may be managed with supportive treatment. Placing the distraught user in a quiet environment and maintaining gentle contact is often sufficient until the acute effects subside (Weaver et al., 2015).
Psychosis due to synthetic cannabinoid and 25I-NBOMe intoxication has been managed with monitored observation. For psychopathologic clinical features, benzodiazepines have been used to treat anxiety, agitation, and seizures. Antipsychotics are second-line agents for agitation, due to the lowered seizure threshold with use of cathinone and phenethylamine designer drugs. Sedation may be required if the patient is markedly agitated and at risk for harm to self or healthcare staff. Since some designer drug-associated psychosis may be severe and require prolonged inpatient treatment, psychiatric consultation is indicated, in particular for those with persistent symptoms (Weaver et al., 2015).
Abrupt discontinuation of stimulants or hallucinogens does not cause gross physiologic sequelae, so they are not tapered off or replaced with a cross-tolerant drug during medically supervised withdrawal. Abrupt discontinuation of synthetic cannabinoids could result in withdrawal symptoms such as nausea and irritability, similar to that with cannabis cessation: however, there is no indication for pharmacologic replacement (eg, dronabinol), since synthetic cannabinoid withdrawal is not life-threatening (Weaver et al., 2015).
Patients can be treated with supportive care by intravenous fluids and antiemetics if necessary. If marked psychiatric symptoms persist longer than one or more weeks after discontinuation, the patient should be evaluated carefully to determine whether there is a co-occurring primary psychiatric disorder, which then should be treated with specific therapy. Treatment of prolonged anxiety, depression, or psychosis is the same as when these conditions are not associated with recent designer drug use (Weaver et al., 2015).
For a significant number of patients, the high level of illness severity warrants admission to critical care. Intoxicated patients should be placed initially on continuous cardiac monitoring with pulse oximetry and frequent neurologic assessments. Adequate administration of intravenous fluids is encouraged to ensure good urine output, as these patients often are dehydrated. Fluid administration in the presence of rhabdomyolysis can help prevent acute renal failure. Intensive monitoring allows for early detection and intervention for serious consequences such as myocardial infarction (Weaver et al., 2015).
Patients may present with concurrent ingestion of drugs with different pharmacologic profiles, including both stimulant and depressant drugs. Clinicians should be alert for an unexpected response to a therapeutic intervention or to a change in patient presentation as one type of designer drug wears off and ongoing intoxication with another class of designer drug is revealed. This may require some flexibility in treatment due to changes in mental or cardiovascular status (Weaver et al., 2015).
Treatment of Designer Drug Addiction
Hospitalization for the adverse effects of designer drugs affords an excellent opportunity for advising patients to decrease their substance use and for engaging them in treatment. Healthcare provider awareness and patient education are cornerstones of public health initiatives to confront new challenges presented by designer drugs. Simple admonitions to stop are sometimes helpful if the diagnosis is made early, but in most cases are insufficient. Many patients who use designer drugs may be ambivalent about changing behavior, so the clinician should express empathy without confrontation, which shows respect for the patient’s autonomy (Weaver et al., 2015).
Providing appropriate, accurate information about the potential risks of designer drugs and encouraging healthy choices can help patients make the best informed decision about changing behavior. Physicians should involve the patient proactively in the process of problem-solving, while reminding the patient of responsibility for all actions. The responsibility of the practitioner is to motivate the patient to seek recovery from designer drug use instead of blaming the patient for being unmotivated to change. Accurate information about the relative risks and unknown harms of these products helps a patient make an informed choice about continuing to use particular products, to make a quit attempt, or to seek more specific addiction treatment (Weaver et al., 2015).
Although prospective treatment data are limited, once a designer drug use disorder diagnosis is made, acute and long-term treatment is likely necessary. Recovery from substance use disorder in general is possible, and those who are treated have less disability than those who remain untreated. Long-term treatment of designer drug use disorders likely involves similar components to that of other types of addiction treatment, including behavioral components such as individual and group counseling with cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational enhancement therapy, and 12-step self-help group facilitation. Family members should be considered as part of the treatment program, in particular when treating adolescents or young adults. Unfortunately, pharmacologic treatment data to guide management of those with designer drug use disorders are unavailable (Weaver et al., 2015).
Patients identified with substance use disorders in the ED or hospital inpatient setting should be provided with information linking them to local community addiction treatment resources. In the United States, physicians certified in the treatment of addictive disorders can be found through the American Society of Addiction Medicine or the American Academy of Addiction Psychiatry. At times, it may be more expedient and cost effective to refer the patient to a non-physician counselor, who can be found through the National Association for Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselors’ website. Substance abuse treatment services in the United States can also be located via the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration Behavioral Health Services Treatment Locator (Weaver et al., 2015).
Treatment of designer drug substance use disorders is challenging for several reasons. Designer drugs consist of several classes of substances, which vary in their psychological and physiologic effects. Treatment is often difficult due to the young age of most users and the possibility of concurrent polysubstance use. The pattern of use is usually intermittent in social settings, so it may be perceived as less of a problem. Clinicians should be knowledgeable and prepared to provide treatment for very different combinations, such as occurs with club drug use. A treatment environment with a supportive structure can be helpful. Addiction treatment is cost effective, and even multiple episodes of treatment are worthwhile. It can be rewarding for any healthcare practitioner to assist a patient who was impaired by addiction return to normal functioning in society (Weaver et al., 2015).


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WASHINGTON — Auto dealership advocates are warning that costs will rise for borrowers if the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau presses banks to curtail auto loan markups determined by dealers.
The warning followed the CFPB's bulletin this week that said banks are responsible for discrimination if their partner dealers mark up the interest rates on loans for minority borrowers or engage in other fair lending abuses. The agency is encouraging lenders to adopt a flat-fee model for dealer compensation.
But dealer industry representatives said doing so would hurt competition and ultimately boost car prices.
"The dealer-assisted financing model (indirect auto lending) has been enormously successful in both increasing access to, and reducing the cost of, credit for millions of Americans," the National Automobile Dealers Association and the National Association of Minority Automobile Dealers said in a joint statement released late Thursday. "The CFPB's attempt to eliminate the dealer's ability to discount the APR that it offers to consumers will only weaken the consumer's ability to secure financing at the lowest possible cost."
The CFPB said Thursday that internal research showed a disparity in interest rate markups for minorities, particularly African Americans and Hispanics. The agency does not have authority to supervise auto dealerships directly, so it instead is cracking down by effectively forcing lenders to oversee how their partners mark up loans and whether they discriminate against certain borrowers.
"Such discrimination may not be consciously intended, but for consumers who are disadvantaged by these policies, the result is the same," CFPB Director Richard Cordray said at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition annual conference Friday. "We cannot afford to tolerate practices, intentional or not, that unlawfully price out or exclude whole segments of the population from the credit markets."
Cordray received a standing ovation at the NCRC conference and many other consumer advocates have praised the guidance.
"This is a bedrock principle throughout the banking industry across all products," said Richard Hunt, president and CEO of the Consumer Bankers Association, in a statement issued Thursday. "We look forward to working with the CFPB and all our regulators to ensure every consumer is protected."
Auto dealer advocates also supported the CFPB's anti-discrimination approach, but they questioned the research that prompted the agency to target markups.
The CFPB "is relying on a theory of discrimination that is based on a statistical analysis of past transactions - not intentional conduct — and the CFPB has not provided any information about how it is conducting its analysis," said the national auto dealers associations. "Without such basic information as how the CFPB is identifying different groups of consumers, how it is controlling for factors that can affect finance rates but are unrelated to the consumer's background, and what constitutes a finding of disparate impact, one can have little confidence that the CFPB is conducting its analysis in a statistically-reliable manner."
Industry representatives have said the research-gathering on consumer demographics between the auto dealers and lenders has cracks, often leaving regulators to depend more on inconsistent bank proxies.
"The available name and geography proxies are ineffective in identifying the race of the borrower," said Andrew Sandler, a partner with BuckleySandler, in a recent interview with American Banker.
The CFPB's guidance did not address the aggregate proxy methodology that banks should use to test for discrimination at particular dealerships. But Kenneth Rojc, managing partner of the auto finance group at Nisen & Elliott LLC, says that will be next for the agency.
"The CFPB did announce they are looking at coming out with specific guidance on proxy methodology and the industry is eagerly awaiting that," he said, noting some banks have already begun implementing restrictions on dealerships. Once clear methodology is released, "banks will be able to fashion and construct compliance management systems to achieve the goals the CFPB has established."
Regardless of the guidance, consumers still have the option of going to their lender directly or negotiating for a lower rate at the dealership.
But dealer advocates argue the dealer-assisted financing is more convenient and competitive. They pressed the CFPB to rethink the guidance and take a more traditional rulemaking approach by seeking public comment as well as input from other regulators like the Federal Reserve Board and Federal Trade Commission.
"The guidance issued by the CFPB today attempts to force auto finance sources into changing the way they compensate dealers without any indication that the Bureau has examined the effect this change could have on the cost of credit for consumers," stated the NADA and NAMAD. "This anti-competitive approach is not in the interests of consumers and should not be accomplished through guidance and enforcement actions that lack transparency, the opportunity for public comment, and the benefits of a data driven analysis into the effects they would have on consumers and the automobile financing marketplace."


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Nunavut election: Iqaluit-Tasiluk candidate profiles
This will be one of the most hotly contested races, pitting Premier Eva Aariak against former cabinet minister Patterk Netser. But both of those candidates will also find some serious challengers: the young new politicians in this constituency are all highly ambitious.
Her first action item as premier was to order a Government of Nunavut report card, which produced a blunt assessment of the government to date. Her administration subsequently focused on education and health, including a public campaign on school attendance, work on a suicide prevention strategy and work on a poverty reduction strategy.
After five years as premier, Aariak announced she wouldn’t seek another term in the top job. However, she does hope to remain in the legislature, continuing to work on her top three priorities: early childhood education, mental health and infrastructure.
His motto is “Family First” and his priorities are creating a higher standard of education, and working to create long-term, multi-year funding arrangements with non-governmental organizations. According to him, education and strong families are the foundation of any successful society.
Cooper also has strong views on the justice system. He’d like to see support for victims of violent crimes and tough sentences for offenders. But he’d also like to see programs in jails to help inmates get an education, and ultimately make the transition back into society.
“I’m at the point now that I feel I can justifiably contribute.”
Hickes grew up in Churchill and small-town Manitoba, moving to Iqaluit in 2004. He began his career in finance, then worked in education policy for the Nunavut government and and later in communications with Qulliq Energy Corporation. He also worked as an executive assistant to his cousin, Hunter Tootoo, where he says he got some good insight into the legislative process.
Hickes wants to focus on affordable housing and better education, because he says that’s how Nunavut will work towards greater economic development. Hickes regrets that he lost his Inuktitut as a child, but says he plans to work on it if he’s elected.
“It’s my home community and we haven’t had a lot of original Iqalummiut represent us in the legislature.”
For example, Joamie says the recent decision to liberalize beer and wine sales was the turning point that made him want to get into territorial politics.
“Having lived here all my life, having heard the horror stories of the past, I was disappointed.”
Not that he’s against the idea, he says, but Joamie feels that opening a beer store before establishing an addictions treatment centre is irresponsible.
If elected, Joamie says he’ll look for creative solutions to the exorbitant cost of housing in the capital, and the huge monthly bills that keep working families in public housing. He also wants to see Nunavut get a bigger share of its offshore turbot fishery, and he supports the Arctic Fibre link that could bring faster Internet to the territory.
Netser says he’s running now to help improve people’s lives in his new home town.
“We have to restore hope back into the people,” he said. “We really haven’t had much from this current assembly in terms of leadership.”
He’s also worried about education in Nunavut.
“If you want to get into Nunavut Arctic College programs, you have to do a foundation year. Why can’t our education system do that for them? It’s a waste of money. It frustrates me, and that’s why I’m running.”


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Views from Madrid's Parque Lineal Del Manzanares, including the impressively towering sculpture, La Dama del Manzanares. #MadridSpain
At the end of my fifth summer in Madrid, quite possibly the hottest summer of my life, I'm inevitably thinking back on the the half-decade I've lived in Spain. So much has happened.
Seeing the crowds at the Fiestas de la Paloma this year really emphasized that we have officially entered the post-COVID era.
Every couple months, though, a new article appears to bemoan the gentrification occurring in my barrio: Puerta del Angel, AKA the "Brooklyn" of Madrid, Spain.

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- Naya Rivera's fans took to social media to celebrate what would have been the star's 34th birthday
- The late actress drowned in a tragic accident last year while she was out boating with her young son
- Online users posted messages and tributes in honour of Rivera's birthday on 12 January
The late actress Naya Rivera would have celebrated her 34th birthday on Tuesday, 12 January.
The star, mostly known for her role on the musical series Glee, tragically drowned last year while on a boating trip with her young son.
Fans decided to honour Naya's special day by posting birthday wishes, video montages and heartfelt tributes on social media.
Online users shared photographs of the late actress and commemorated the day by wishing Rivera a happy Heavenly birthday. Some edited together video footage of the star from previous years, but all were united in marking the special day and missing their fave.
Many who shared their messages on social media used the hashtag #HappyBirthdayNaya in order to celebrate with the rest of the online community.
Fans came together to celebrate Rivera and tried to bring some light to the tragic story of a young actress who passed away too soon.
Briefly.co.za reported on the developing situation after Naya's death and how her ex-husband, Ryan Dorsey, was filing a lawsuit in order to claim damages for the couple's son Josey.
Naya Rivera's tragic passing in 2020 made global headlines and received an outpouring of condolences for the son she left behind. The star drowned in California's Lake Piru while on a boat trip with her son, Josey.
The latest development in the story is that Naya's ex-husband and father of their child has filed a lawsuit on behalf of their child to seek compensation for the economic and non-economic damages that their son, Josey, suffered as a result of the accident.
E! Online reported that through his father Ryan Dorsey, Naya Rivera's five-year-old son, Josey Hollis Dorsey, has had a wrongful death lawsuit filed on his behalf. The lawsuit was filed against the County of Ventura, United Water Conservation District and Parks Management Company in California's Ventura Superior Court on 17 November.
E! Online further reported that the lawsuits are relying on the investigation into Naya's death to hold the companies accountable after they found irregularities about her boat not meeting safety precautions required under California law.
Both parties have submitted documents to the court that will likely end in a trial by jury and have both sides presenting versions of events that culminated in the death of the Glee actress.
Ryan Dorsey has said he is pursuing the route because of the emotional distress caused to his son after being present at the scene of his mother's drowning.
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Utility Location & Coordination Council Uniform Color Code
This marking guide provides for universal use and understanding of the temporary marking of subsurface facilities to prevent accidental damage or service interruption by contractors, utility companies or any others working on or near those underground facilities.
Use of Markings
Use color-coded surface marks (paint or similar coating) to indicate the location and route of buried lines. To increase visibility, color- coded vertical markers (temporary stakes or flags) should supplement surface marks. All marks and markers should indicate the name, initials, or logo of the company that owns or operates the line and the width of the facility if it is greater than 5mm (2"). If the surface over the buried line is to be removed, supplemental offset markings may be used. Offset markings should be on a uniform alignment and must clearly indicate that the actual facility is a specific distance away.
Use white marks to show the location or boundary of proposed excavation. Surface marks on roadways should not exceed 40mm by 500mm (11/2" by 18"). The facility color may be added to white flags or stakes.
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And she's back!
In fact, the pics were taken as she FaceTimed with celeb photographer, Mert Alas!
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If you heart Victoria Beckham, then you probably know she affectionately refers to her fans as "fashion bunnies," and she recently proved herself to be the biggest bunny of them all!
The designer posted a playful pic of herself on Twitter wearing a leather Comme des Garcons bunny-eared cap and wrote:
"Chic, Comme de Garçons bunny hat for fashion bunnies! X vb"
So chicly literal!
Ch-ch-check out pics of Victoria dashing all over Manhattan in the gallery (below)!
[Image via Victoria Beckham's Twitter]


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The Georgia judiciary has opened a criminal investigation into Donald Trump’s former attorney, Rudolph Giuliani, for his interference in the election. The The New York TimesQuoted from a former New York mayor’s attorney.
By our correspondent Paolo Mastrolli
Donald Trump’s ex-lawyer has emerged as one of the central figures in the investigation by Georgia prosecutors into attempting to manipulate the outcome of the presidential election. At the beginning of the summer, some of the witnesses who confirmed Giuliani’s presence were heard in a series of meetings with representatives of the Georgian Congress with whom he spoke of conspiracy theories to distort the vote.
By our correspondent Anna Lombardi
The attorney is expected in Atlanta today to answer the plaintiffs’ questions. “If these people thought — his attorney, Robert Costello — commented that he would tell the content of conversations with President Trump, they would be disappointed.”
Also called Republican Graham
In addition to Rudy Giuliani, in the Georgia investigation into an attempt to overturn the electoral outcome of the 2020 presidential election, there is Republican Senator Lindsey Graham, one of the big names in the Conservative Party and very loyal to the former president. The South Carolina senator was summoned to Atlanta to be heard as a witness before a special grand jury. The hearing is scheduled for August 23. Five lawyers who worked with Trump and had extensive contact with election officials were also recalled in the wake of the 2020 election.
Trump against the FBI
Meanwhile, the former president continues his crusade against the FBI, accusing the agents who conducted the Mar-a-Lago search of “stealing” his passports.
“Wow – he commented on his social platform, Truth – In the FBI raid in mar-a-Lago, they stole my three passports, one of them expired, along with something else. This is an attack on a political opponent at levels never before seen in our country. World Third “. The passports Trump is referring to are probably the American passport and the red diplomatic passport given to members of the government. It is not clear why a possible seizure is generally carried out to prevent the person subject to a search from leaving the country.
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McGruder roots: Families trace lineages back to a single enslaved man
Miss Lucille refuses to give cruelty the last word in her story.
Lucille Burden Osborne, known by some as Miss Lucille, refuses to give cruelty the last word in her story.
At 95 years old, she grew up in the same house as family members who’d survived slavery, including her great-grandmother Rachel McGruder. Her great-grandfather, Charles McGruder, had also been enslaved.
As she grew up, Osborne had heard people speak about her great-grandfather, but people rarely spoke about the fact that he is the patriarch to most Black people from Alabama with the surname McGruder.
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“Evidently old man Charles McGruder must have been an important person to the community because we would hear his name many, many times,” said Osborne. “But nobody seemed to want to discuss how Charles fit into that slave situation, and it seemed like everybody would whisper when they were talking about Charles.”
She went on, “So this is what stands out in my mind -- that he must have been the big daddy … because during his early years, he was considered a [slave] breeder.”
Congress banned the Trans-Atlantic Slave Trade in 1808. No longer able to import enslaved Africans, many owners forced people like Charles McGruder to procreate.
“Slave owners owned enslaved women's wombs, and they owned the products of enslaved women's wombs. And that was foundational to how white southerners understood and conceptualized slavery,” said Chris Bonner, a history professor at the University of Maryland. “Charles McGruder’s story reflects that sense of what slavery was.”
Marie McGruder, 58, told ABC News her great-great-grandfather “was basically rented out to go from plantation to plantation to breed with other African women.”
J.R. Rothstein said that his great-great-great grandfather may have had up to 100 children, but that the records confirm he had at least 40. Of those children, he said each of them had about a dozen of their own children, who then went on to have a dozen more.
He has since been dedicated to uncovering his family’s roots in a new book, called “The Alabama Black McGruders,” while he works as a real estate attorney and investor.
Bonner said that while the number of children Charles McGruder had is “shocking,” it doesn’t mean “that enslaved people didn't value family.”
After Charles McGurder was emancipated following the Civil War, he chose to make a homestead for the women and his children. It was an act of love for people connected to him through a vicious crime, because, ultimately, they were still his family.
After a decade of sharecropping, he purchased land in 1877 for $1,500 -- the exact same market value he commanded as an enslaved person. The family still owns part of that land today.
Jill Magruder is a descendant of the white Magruders who once owned Charles McGruder. Magruder is the original spelling of the McGruder last name. After emancipation, Charles McGruder registered to vote and changed the spelling of his family’s surname as an act of independence and to signal a new beginning, his family believes.
Most white relatives still carry the original spelling of the last name Magruder.
Through Family Tree DNA, Magruder said she was able to definitively link her branch of the family tree to Charles McGruder. The test showed an exact match between Magruder’s brother and Charles McGruder’s great-grandson, which confirmed that the two are indeed related.
ABC News connected Magruder with a small group of Black McGruders to talk about their shared family history.
“I know as a white Magruder, or just as a white American, you hear the stories about a slave owner having children with a slave woman, and there’s some kind of denial about that,” Jill Magruder said.
During the reunion, the McGruders passed around public records that confirmed Osborne’s memories of her great-grandfather, showing her for the first time the price placed on the lives of the people she knew and loved.
Osborne, a former Detroit school teacher, is a graduate of Alabama State University, an HBCU where she also joined the Alpha Kappa Alpha sorority, and the University of Michigan. An avid quilter, Osborne said she captures her story within the family tradition that she said was passed down through generations to her. She said her family’s legacy makes her proud to be who she is.
“They were once a slave and now they are free, so look at the legacy you got,” said Osborne. “If [they] made it through here, you can do even better.”
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ur award-winning buffet will take you on an around-the-world culinary journey with a variety of unique destinations — Seafood, Mexican, Chinese, Dim Sum, Mongolian, American BBQ, Rotisserie, Soup & Salad, Omelet & Crepe, Seasons Selections, Ship of Seafood, and Dessert & Flambé – and over 200 individual menu selections. While you’re here, don’t miss our popular Ship of Seafood, featuring favorites such as smoked salmon, smoked whitefish, and bay shrimp; our Seasons Selection station with monthly seasonal themes and delicious offerings; and daily specials at our Rotisserie station. All these offerings and more are included in our buffet price of $29.99.
I have been going to Barona since 2003 and have enjoyed every outing I have made there. I have known to win on occasions and have fun always. I particularly love sunday buffets! Barona offers discounts which makes eating very reasonable for quality food and...More
The buffet is wonderful. Lots of food selection: seafood: crabs, clams, shrimp are my favorites. A good selection of Italian food, Mexican , Chinese and Filipino food. The price is discounted if you play first and get points. I almost forgot the dessert and salad...More
It's actually called Season's Buffet now. We went on a Wednesday (Lobster Night, $45) and wow... wow... wow... CROWDED! We got there at 4pm and it was a 3 hour wait. Once we got in, it was Lobsters.... Lobsters... Lobsters! Every type and size of...More
Everything here looks good but I was a little disappointed with the bacon wrapped steak at the craving station. Most of the food is good. I had a few different items oven baked chicken, some turkey -a little dry but with gravy anything taste great....More
We dined at the buffet at Barona on a Tuesday night. They had as a specialty that night filet mignon and finger potatoes.
There is so much great food to choose from. So good.
The ice cream is also good for dessert.
Staff is friendly....More
This buffet continues to impress us with it's selection and quality.
The price is up there, but with a certain number of player points the buffet is half price. At this writing still almost $25 per person. The players points are easy to rack up....More
My wife and I have been coming to this buffet for a very long time. We have never been disappointed. There is always a great variety of fresh food. And the crab legs, there is tons of crab legs.There is such a variety we can...More
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I remember visiting this buffet in the 90s during Thanksgiving on a couple of occasions, and they had the usual food offerings that one would see at a Thanksgiving dinner. Back then, the buffet was much smaller compared to... More
I remember visiting this buffet in the 90s during Thanksgiving on a couple of occasions, and they had the usual food offerings that one would see at a Thanksgiving dinner. Back then, the buffet was much smaller compared to what it is today. I have yet to try their Thanksgiving food offerings during these recent years, but I hear it can be quite crowded.
Originally, the price for a buffet was $29.99 (you get 20% off $29.99 if you have a Classic player's card). However, as of August 1st, that price now jumped up $15.00 to $44.99; the catch is that you must get 500 points... More
Originally, the price for a buffet was $29.99 (you get 20% off $29.99 if you have a Classic player's card). However, as of August 1st, that price now jumped up $15.00 to $44.99; the catch is that you must get 500 points (i.e., this equates to spending $250 playing Slots or Keno, or $500 on Video Poker--you can be rated at table games) on the Classic card in a calendar day and redeem them on the same day at the buffet in order to receive a price of $23.99 (which is still 20% off the original $29.99 price).
Here are the hours of operation that is shown on their website:
Mon-Thu 11:00am – 10:00pm
Fri-Sat 11:00am – 11:00pm
Sun 10:00am – 10:00pm
Their casino website shows the special daily dishes that they serve on different days of the week.

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Just bought lots of carrot and cabbage for salads!
June 27, 2009 9:12am CST
Its evening time and the time for dinner, Just bought green salad, cabbage and carrot red as it makes my plate of salad and without which I dont take my dinner, its a habbit with me. Carrots are rich in vitamins A and minerals, its good for health! Do you take carrots for your health?


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Forever in Our Hearts
In loving memory of the cherished pets who have been a part of the Animal Hospital of Sandy Springs family over the years. Although they may no longer be with us physically, the joy they brought will forever live on in our hearts. We invite you to celebrate the lives of these remarkable companions by sharing photos and memories on this memorial page. You can submit photos and stories about your beloved pet here. This memorial is a place to commemorate the special bond between pets and their families. We hope this page brings solace and happy reflections to all those who visit.

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