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Irritable Bowel Syndrome is a functional gastrointestinal disorder which is characterized by the changes in bowel habits (sometimes watery or hard stools).
There is no single or exact cause which leads to the disease. Combined effect of various causative factors have been studied which lead to formation of IBS.
In Ayurveda, this disease has been correlated with a disease named as “Grahni Dosha”.
According to Acharyas, Grahni has been defined as a layer which is the main seat of Agni, where the main digestion takes place. It receives partially digested food from the stomach, digests it and then sends the digested food to the intestines for assimilation of nutrition in the body and throw out waste material in the form of stools. When Grahni is not functioning normally, it sends the undigested food towards the intestines which causes toxin production in the body and undigested food passes out with stool leading to Grahni Dosha.
According to the predominant Dosha, it can be of four types Like Vataja Grahni, Pittaj Grahni, Kaphaj Grahni and Mixed Grahni (VPK).
Grahni Dosha is mainly caused due to decreased Agni (low digestive fire) which leads to partial digestion of the food it receives from the stomach. Partially digested food forms a sticky material called as Aam which sticks to the intestinal walls and hence not flushed out properly. Aam also irritates the intestinal walls which leads to episodes of Diarrhoea followed with constipation. This all leads to increased frequency of Bowel movement, altered nature of bowel and pain in the abdomen.
General Symptoms as per Ayurveda texts are:-
Constipation predominant condition is Vata and Kapha dosha dominant, and Diarrhoea predominant condition is mainly Pitta Dosha dominant.
This disease is mainly caused due to Agnimandya (low digestive fire), therefore the main line of treatment should be Deepana (to increase the digestive or metabolic process) and Pachana (to digest the toxins accumulated due to low Agni in the body).
Vata Kapha Dosha balancing and mild laxatives should be given in case of constipation and incomplete evacuation. In case of Diarrhoea predominant, Pitta pacifying drugs and medicines useful in binding the stool and controlling the movement of bowel can be given.
In case of excess Aam (toxin) collection in the body Panchkarma procedures like Vamana and Virechana can be done.
1. Single herb – Bilwa fruit, Kutaja, Jayphala, Patha, Chitraka, Amla, harad, Jeera, Dadima, sonth, Bhunimba.
2. Herbal combinations – Jatiphaladi Churna, Gangadhar Churna, Dadimashtak Churna, Bhunimbadi Churna, Nagaradi Churna, Chitrakadi Vati, Kutaja Ghana Vati.
3. Kwath(Decoctions) - Dhanyakadi Kwath, Nagaradi kwath, Chaturbhadra kwath, Dhanyapanchak kwath.
4. Herbo Mineral Preparations – Agni kumar Rasa, Nripatiballabh Rasa, Rambana Rasa, Agnitundi Vati, Jatiphaladi Vati, Grahnikapaat Rasa, Piyushvalli Rasa, Anandbhairav Rasa.
5. Awaleha (Lickable preparations) - Kalyanak Guda.
6. Parpati – This is a metallic preparation especially prescribed in this disease. It is highly beneficial in treating chronic Grahni disorders. It is of various types such as – Panchamrit Parpati, Swarn Parpati, Ras Parpati etc. It can be given in combination with other drugs or can also be given alone in “Kalpa form”, a regimen where Parpati dose is increased from 1 mg to 1 gm in 10 days and then tapered off again till 1 mg in next 10 days.
1. Eat light and easily digestible food.
2. Avoid fiber rich food in case of Diarrhoea predominant IBS.
3. Cow Ghee is best medicine for increasing Agni (Digestive fire) of the body, therefore, use ghee in your meals.
4. Take cumin seeds and roast them in pan. Crush the roasted seeds to make powder. Take half teaspoon of this powder twice with buttermilk on daily basis.
5. Drink 1 glass of Buttermilk with half teaspoon roasted cumin powder and one pinch Hing (Asafoetida) daily in lunch as it ignites the low Agni in the body and helps in digestion of Aam (toxins) in the body.
6. If suffering from semi solid stool with whitish mucus - Take Long pepper powder, Dry ginger powder, and Black pepper powder and mix all these powders together. Take Hing (Asafoetida) and roast it in cow’s ghee and mix it well with other powders. Take one fourth teaspoon of this powder daily with buttermilk.
7. Half teaspoon powder of carom seeds (Ajwain) with luke warm water or Buttermilk in case of pain in lower part of abdomen in IBS.
The purpose of Ayurvidya is to promote broad consumer understanding and knowledge of various health topics. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider regarding your medical condition or treatment and before undertaking any new health care regimen.


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The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) had warned the Bihar government at least four times about the growing non-adjusted contingent bills before it snowballed into allegations of financial irregularity to the tune of Rs 13,230 crore a few weeks ago.
The chaos in the Bihar Assembly, demanding the resignation of Chief Minister Nitish Kumar and a pending case in Patna High Court over financial irregularities pointed out by CAG in various government-sponsored development schemes undertaken during the 2002-08 could have been avoided if the government had taken these warnings seriously, senior CAG officials said.
CAG has been, over several years, bringing to the notice of the state government, the inordinate delay in adjusting the funds withdrawn on abstract contingent bills under auditable account heads.
According to officials, CAGs audit reports for 2004-05 and 2006-07 had revealed that of the total withdrawal of Rs 1,566.47 crore from the state exchequer, bills for only Rs 2.39 crore were submitted, leaving behind unaccounted expenses of Rs 1,564.08 crore between 2000 and 2005.
The matter was highlighted once again in the audit report of 2008, where the pending amount that needed proper bills rose to Rs 11,412.54 crore.
Officials said CAG Vinod Rai had, in February 2009, written to Chief Minister Nitish Kumar, officially intimating the increasing size of the unbilled amount.
In the absence of any action from the state government, CAG again brought this matter personally to the chief minister in February.
It was followed up with a letter to the state that the outstanding amount had increased to Rs 13,230 crore as on March 31, 2009, a senior CAG official said.
While delay in the accounting of such payments was common in all states, it was the staggering size of the outstanding amount that put the Bihar government in trouble, they added.

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An active shooting scenario last month at Watkins Memorial High School has given staff and students an idea of items they need to improve on if there was a real-life active shooting.
Watkins Memorial Principal Ben Richards said that he recently met with administrators and local law enforcement officials about the next steps in preparedness after the August training.
“When you hear that call go out over the police band of shots fired at Watkins Memorial High School, it’s a sobering feeling,” Richards said.
Richards said that it took six minutes for law enforcement to arrive, and experts said that was an acceptable response time.
After the call, students and staff were evacuated by bus.
“We do need to improve our communication with the bus drivers and how we’re able to communicate with them,” Richards said.
Richards also said that the paramedics were able to give teachers an in-service training about quickly treating gunshot wounds.
“In those moments between making that first phone call and the first responders arriving at the school, I think those are going to be the moments that we continue to talk about what can we do to keep our students safe,” Richards said.
Law enforcement officials said that when schools are faced with shooters, drills like the one at Watkins Memorial are the best way to minimize casualties.
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How can a VM storage policy improve vSAN cluster redundancy?
FTT dictates how many failures can occur in a vSAN cluster without sacrificing availability. How can you use a VM storage policy to define the amount of Failures To Tolerate?
The Failure To Tolerate feature, which allows the administrator to set redundancy in a cluster, is an integral part of any vSAN configuration. Although you're probably familiar with the standard three-node structure of a vSAN configuration -- which consists of two nodes and a witness node for special use cases -- you might not know exactly how vSAN determines how many failures a cluster can support.
Much like RAID 5-based hardware, vSAN can tolerate up to three hardware component failures across a vSAN cluster. VSAN uses a VM storage policy to define the number of Failures To Tolerate. As mentioned before, the Failure To Tolerate (FTT) feature determines how many failures can occur in a vSAN cluster without compromising data integrity and VM availability. The VM storage policy uses the following formula to define how many failures a vSAN cluster can tolerate:
To tolerate n failures, you need 2n + 1 ESXi host in the vSAN cluster.
This dictates the number of hosts within a vSAN cluster that holds a bare minimum of three hosts/nodes.
The process of creating a VM storage policy revolves around what the cluster is able to tolerate. You can have several FTT policies within your vSAN cluster because certain VMs are more critical than others. So, for example, you can have a cluster of six hosts in which you have a FTT policy that tolerates one failure (FTT=1) for virtual desktop infrastructure (VDI) workflows. Next to that, you can have another FTT policy that tolerates two failures (FTT=2) for server workflows.
An FTT=2 policy protects against two failures, which means it makes three copies of the data. Previous versions of vSAN had high storage requirements to satisfy FTT=2, but versions 6.6 and later offer erasure coding, which allows you to use RAID 5 and RAID 6 protections and reduces storage requirements.
How to create a VM storage policy
To create a new VM storage policy or edit an existing storage policy, log into the vSphere Web Client, and go to Home > VM Storage Policy > New.
As you can see in Figure B, under Rule-set 1, you can choose either RAID-1 (Mirroring) or RAID-5/6 (Erasure Coding) for the failure tolerance method. You need a vSAN Enterprise license to use RAID 5 or RAID 6 functionality; vSAN Standard and Advanced licenses don't provide this option.
In summation, VM storage policies and the FTT feature are an important part of VMware's hyper-converged vSAN offering. Policy-based management is flexible and can be applied on a per-VM or per-virtual disk basis. You can reduce the storage requirements of a higher FTT policy by implementing RAID 5 or RAID 6 erasure coding. Keep in mind that the higher the number of Failures To Tolerate, the greater the amount of data dedicated to resilience.
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Mercedes-Benz Museum, Stuttgart, Germany
It was here, in the Germany city of Stuttgart, that the first modern automobile was created.
It’s almost unrecognisable by today’s standards but the patent that Karl Benz submitted in 1886 for a vehicle with a gas engine and three wheels is generally considered to be the “birth certificate” of today’s cars.
How that legacy that he created more than a century ago has grown!
Not only does the world respect the Mercedes-Benz like almost no other car brand – but here in the Baden-Wurttemberg region of Germany, its parent company, Daimler, is industrial royalty.
“What are you doing here in Stuttgart,” a guy asks me and some other bloggers at a bar on the first night in town.
Without getting into specifics, we tell him that we’re here for work.
“Oh, don’t tell me,” he says. “You work for Daimler, right?”
We don’t. Obviously. But it shows you the reputation the motoring giant has in Stuttgart when that’s the first and the obvious assumption people make.
In this region, about 150,000 people are employed by Daimler – the majority working directly on the Mercedes-Benz brand.
Not everything happens behind the scenes, though. The company has weaved its way into the community fabric of Stuttgart.
Apart from the fact that a lot of people seem to drive a Mercedes-Benz, the main sporting arena is called the Mercedes-Benz Arena… and then there’s the Mercedes-Benz Museum.
The museum tells the history of 125 years of the car company. The building itself, though, represents more of the future than the past.
It’s a modern structure with a design based on a double-helix. When you arrive, you are whisked up in a glass elevator to the seventh floor where you begin the spiral journey downwards past more than 150 vehicles.
“Welcome to the museum,” the voice comes through my headphones.
“Our audio guide will accompany you on your tour. Once you’ve started the sound recording, as you did just now, you can walk wherever you like…”
There’s more information than you can reasonably take in during one visit. The audio guide has a general introduction to each section and then each display has even more facts and figures you can listen to if something takes your particular interest.
I feel like I’m missing out if I race through too quickly – but I’m also worried I will never get out if I try to listen to everything. I stop at just one or two vehicles in each section.
“This 40 horsepower Mercedes Simplex belonged to the American billionaire William K Vanderbilt,” the voice in my ear tells me.
“Delivered in March 1902, it is today the world’s oldest surviving Mercedes…”
If this was all you ever knew about cars, you would be forgiven for thinking that Mercedes-Benz ruled the roads. I suppose it’s natural that a company wants to promote its own image but there is little (if any) context of how the brand fits into the broader automotive industry.
In a city that is so reliant and intertwined with one particular manufacturer, perhaps this shouldn’t be a surprise.
Vroom. The sound of a car racing moves from left to right across the large hall displaying more than a dozen racing models.
The exhibition is as modern as the building containing it. Lightshows, sound effects, impressive display designs.
The museum is clearly trying to capture the style and sophistication of the cars that bear its name. It makes for an experience beyond the purely informative and often I find myself admiring the way things have been laid out more than the actual cars.
Still, if you accept that the “birth certificate” of the modern car was created here, this is a fitting tribute to its life. One that clearly has many years and miles still to run.
THE BEST ACCOMMODATION IN STUTTGART
You might find it convenient to get accommodation that’s walking distance from the main train station so you can easily explore the region.
If you’re looking for a budget option, the Youth Hostel Stuttgart International is one of Germany’s best.
For a basic but comfortable and cheap hotel, I would suggest Hotel Astoria.
A good modern hotel in Stuttgart that’s a great option is Jaz Stuttgart.
And I think the best luxury hotel in Stuttgart is the Le Meridien, which also has a perfect location.


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The most common cause of hereditary colorectal (colon) cancer is Lynch Syndrome (“LS”). People with Lynch Syndrome have a 70% higher risk of developing colorectal cancer in their lifetime than the general population, and colorectal cancer is the leading cause of death among cancer cases in the U.S. Additionally, people with LS often develop colorectal cancer at much younger ages compared to the healthy population. However, there are no specific drugs that cure cancer, but following the set guidelines by the National Institute for Health and Care (“NICE”) in the UK, there may be some significant news. The information discussed below may offer a sigh of relief to the people suffering from colorectal cancer (“CRC”).
Clinical Trials by NICE
Recent clinical trials indicated that taking Aspirin for more than two years reduces the risk of colorectal cancer among people with Lynch Syndrome. In a clinical trial, only 4% of those who were taking daily Aspirin developed CRC as compared to the 7% under placebo group in a sample of 861 people with LS. However, adverse events did not vary significantly between the two groups. Furthermore, further studies are needed to establish the optimum dose and duration of daily Aspirin intake. It will also lead to more understanding of potential long-term effects.
Daily Benefits of Aspirin Might Outshine Harms Among People with Lynch Syndrome
The regular use of Aspirin among people with colorectal cancer and cardiovascular diseases has been a subject of discussion for decades. When Aspirin is used within the broader population, both the benefits and harms must be weighed in comparison. Some of the injuries, such as haemorrhagic stroke and gastrointestinal bleeding, must also be put into consideration. The available evidence is against the use of daily Aspirin, especially for people with average risk. However, for people with Lynch Syndrome, the benefits of using daily Aspirin supersedes the potential harms.
A Potential New Tier-1 Application
If the anticipated draft guidance becomes formalized, it will be the new CDC Tier-1 genomic guideline. Furthermore, it is expected to maintain most of the recommendations by NICE. The proposal has been defined as having a significant and positive impact on public health.
What Next for People with Lynch Syndrome?
For people with Lynch Syndrome, the NICE draft guidance provides an optimistic outlook towards their health. As the final NICE guidelines are on the verge of completion, patients with Lynch Syndrome can talk to health care workers about the ongoing clinical trials. People with Lynch Syndrome should encourage their relatives to go for earlier screenings and interventions because they have higher risks of contracting the disease. The earlier the interventions, the better as prevention is better than cure.
This news is likely to give Lynch Syndrome sufferers lots of hope, and it is such suffering people that keep companies like Predictive Oncology (NASDAQ: POAI) working hard to come up with breakthroughs that change lives.
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On November 15, LA-based producer KEN LOI released single "Don't Fall". This is the first single off his forthcoming 5-track EP, due out later this year. The song begins with a dreamy intro, accented by sparkling synths. Reminiscent of retro synthwave soundscapes, “Don’t Fall” brings to mind a drive down the coat at sunset with the top down.
Listen to "Don't Fall" out now and make sure to keep an eye out for Ken Loi’s new EP.
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Anyone who stands in your way this weekend won’t be left standing for long! You are in an imperious mood at the moment and have no time for time wasters. Get in, get it done and get out again.
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What inspired you to write this book?
I wanted to do something different in a genre I love, so I World War Dead from varying perspectives of half-zombies. How would they feel about humanity? Whose side would they fight on? Would you retain any emotions if you were a have zombie, and if so, what would they be.
What can we expect from you in the future?
I will have two anthologies of unpublished and previously published horror stories coming. The first should be out before year’s end.
Do you have any “side stories” about the characters?
There are no happy ever afters in a post-apocalyptic world.
Can you tell us a little bit about the characters in (Name of book)?
There are characters from different parts of the world that are all integral to the plot development and conclusion. Two of these characters are half-zombies, one a male the other a female. Both have polar opposite views on the world after they were brought back to partial life. Then there are human characters who are out to help humanity and some who intend to enslave and control what’s left of humanity for a new world order.
How did you come up with the concept and characters for the book?
The concept was inspired by a few movies I watched. Two were zombie suspense films, where the writer/director attempted to show a zombie’s point of view. Both were total failures in my eyes and very unenjoyable. However, I also watched two excellent zombie comedies in the same vein:
Harold’s Going Stiff (2011) and Fido (2006). Both showed that you could give emotions to zombies. So, I took what I had learned from the four films, and constructed part one of World War Dead.
Where did you come up with the names in the story?
Some of the names/characters were derived from people I know.
What did you enjoy most about writing this book?
Trying something different for a genre that is a bit worn out with the same plot driven themes.
Tell us about your main characters – what makes them tick?
There’s many. Each of the four parts of the novel have important characters, so I’ll will give you just one. The character that was the most pivotal in the entire creation of World War Dead – Marine Corps Lt. Keith Saunders. In life as in half-life, he is driven by doing what is right, the moral thing, even if it means sacrificing his life for the greater good. He is certainly not a perfect man or Marine, but tries to be the best person and warfighter he can be.
How did you come up with the title of your first novel?
My first novel The Romero Strain is a tribute to filmmaker George A. Romero.
Who designed your book covers?
I hire an artist for the cover art and I do the design work.
If you had to do it all over again, would you change anything in your latest book?
For this novel, no. It’s just the way I intended.
Did you learn anything during the writing of your recent book?
With exception to the final chapter to The Romero Strain trilogy, I believe I’ve accomplished everything I wanted to write in the zombie genre.
If your book was made into a film, who would you like to play the lead?
I don’t have anyone in mind for Lt. Keith Saunders, but as for Master Gunnery Sergeant Mackenzie Jackson, I’d love to see him portrayed by actor/singer Common.
How did you come up with name of this book?
Because the story isn’t solely based in the United States and the pandemic is worldwide.
What is your favorite part of this book and why?
Part I: Battle of the Dead. Because it set the tone of the novel in its tragedy and in its hope.
If you could spend time with a character from your book whom would it be? And what would you do during that day?
Master Gunnery Sergeant Mackenzie Jackson. Hopefully, he would tell me his story of when he was a child and what made him decide to become a Marine.
Are your characters based off real people or did they all come entirely from your imagination?
Some came from imagination, as in Keith Saunders, some came from real people, like Brian Nelson.
Do your characters seem to hijack the story or do you feel like you have the reigns of the story?
The characters and their journeys are exactly what was meant to be, along with the conclusions to their stories.
Convince us why you feel your book is a must read.
This is not another zombie novel. Though zombies and half-zombies are integral in the story, it is a story about friendships, survival, hope, loss, and even love. It is of the human condition and how humankind can come together as one people and survive if they choose. Choices have consequences you will discover as the reader.
If your book had a candle, what scent would it be?
Death and love. Is that a scent? It is now!
What did you edit out of this book?
One entire part of the book got the editor’s ax. It is set in Japan. There is a minor reference to Japan in the novel. After discussions with my editor, it was decided that the dark humor of Yakuza Dead didn’t fit with the rest of the parts. Yakuza Dead will be getting published as part of an upcoming anthology I will release in the near future.
Is there a writer which brain you would love to pick for advice? Who would that be and why?
Dean Koontz. He has been by far the writer who has most influenced me.
Fun Facts/Behind the Scenes/Did You Know?’-type tidbits about the author, the book or the writing process of the book.
- The character Brian Nelson is based on a real person and friend of mine. I often consult him on military matters, especially in regards to helicopters. He is a retired Army helicopter pilot.
- Cutting out the Yakuza Dead from the novel was bitter sweet for me. The main character, Isamu Kudo, was a tribute to my late father-in-law.
- World War Dead was never intended to be a novel. It was intended to be a series of long stories that were linked to one another.
- Part Two: Escape from the Dead actually happens before part one. I wrote Part I: Battle of the Dead first and part two was the third story written. I felt that Lt. Keith Saunders needed to be introduced first to set the tone of the novel, as I originally intended. My editor advised the opposite.

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For its latest online seminar, Fanbase Press welcomes creators to join Jason Inman and Ashley V. Robinson for the “Writing for YA Fiction” Creator Forum on Sunday, September 20, at 1 p.m./PT.
Jason Inman is a Kansas farm boy who read too many comics and science fiction novels as a child. Luckily, he turned that into a career. His newest project is co-writing the follow-up to the Ringo-nominated Jupiter Jet comic series - Jupiter Jet and the Forgotten Radio for Action Lab Entertainment. Jason is also the author of Super Soldiers, a non-fiction book about the secret connection between comic book characters and soldiers in the military that Dan Aykroyd called “vivid and entertaining.” His written work includes co-writing Science!: The Elements of Dark Energy graphic novel and a piece for the DC/IDW Love Is Love Anthology. Besides hosting the Geek History Lesson podcast, Jason was the host of DC All Access, DC Comics’ official web series, for over three years. On top of having written for several comics and entertainment websites, Jason has produced and written for web shows including Good Mythical Morning and Screen Junkies. Prior to becoming a writer, Jason served in the US Army and the Kansas Army National Guard, deploying as part of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He lives in Los Angeles, California.
Ashley Victoria Robinson is a Canadian hobbit now living in the United States. Her comic book writings have been published through DC Comics/IDW, Top Cow, Action Lab Comics, Not Forgotten Comics, and Colonial Comics. She is the host of the Geek History Lesson podcast (alongside Jason), any number of shows for the YouTube channels including: Jawiin, Nerd Alert, Crave Online, Geek Bomb, Collider, Screen Junkies, DC All-Access, Comicbook.com, Geek & Sundry, Hyper RPG, Major Spoilers, and many more. She is the co-creator of Jupiter Jet, Science! The Elements of Dark Energy, Aurora and the Eagle, and The Red Shirt Diaries and has been featured in several international commercial campaigns including Intel alongside The Big Bang Theory's Jim Parsons and is the current face of podcasting for Twitter Marketing. Follow her antics on Twitter & Instagram (@AshleyVRobinson).
In the “Writing for YA Fiction” Creator Forum, attendees will follow along as Inman and Robinson share their experience and knowledge to help demystify how to write for a young adult audience on the heels of their second Ringo Award nomination (this time for Science! The Elements of Dark Energy).
The “Writing for YA Fiction” Creator Forum will be an hour-long session which will take place via the Zoom online platform, and registration for the seminar will be $10.00 per attendee.
ABOUT FANBASE PRESS
As a comic book publisher and geek culture website, Fanbase Press produces new and distinctive works, as well as daily reviews, interviews, and podcasts, that span the pop culture spectrum and give voice to the themes, ideals, and people that make geekdom so exceptional. The company was founded in 2010 and aims to "Celebrate Fandoms and Create New Ones!" Fanbase Press' graphic novels include the 2018 Eisner Award-nominated Quince, the 2020 IPPY Award-winning Quince: The Definitive Bilingual Edition hardcover, the 2019 IPPY Award-winning A Geek's Guide to Cross-Stitch: Journeys in Space, the 2014 Bram Stoker Award-nominated Fearworms: Selected Poems, The Sequels, The Margins, The Gamma Gals, Something Animal, Identity Thief, The Arcs, and Penguins vs. Possums.


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Hubby will laugh when he reads this, but I really do not fancy myself much of a baker. Yes, I do it but I do not think it is where my strong points lie in cooking. That is part of the reason I decided to do the Baker’s Dozen Cookie Challenge, well that and all the invites floating around for cookie exchanges.
While I do love my sweets, this challenge is pushing the limits of my cookie love. I foresee a break from them in the near future. Ughhhh, I am trying not to think of all the possible pounds I could gain just in doing the taste testing for each cookie. Then again that is why I am blessing all my beautiful friends and David’s co-workers with cookies.
Day 3 of the challenge, I am still working with the Bob’s Gluten Free Baking Flour. If the truth be told, I do not have a huge kitchen or place to store ingredients so I am working to use up the 5 pound bag of it instead of trying to find a place to store it. My friend Keith purchased it for me the other day, since he prefers gluten-free stuff and is always urging me to make more of it, so I had to oblige him. Of course, now he is complaining I am making him fat, but he is the one who brought the flour over. LOL, he is getting much more than he wished for!
Anyway, back to Day 3 and Dark Chocolate, Orange and Almond Crinkle Cookies. Just think of a very chocolately brownie with deep hints of orange and almond and you are picturing this cookie perfectly. They also look so yummy with their powdered sugar-coating. So rich and oh so good!
Dark Chocolate, Orange and Almond Crinkle Cookies
1 cup Bob’s gluten free baking flour
3 Tbsp. Unsweetened cocoa powder
1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/3 tsp. kosher salt
1 cup or 8 0z. Dark chocolate chips
2 Tbsp. Olive oil
1/4 cup Nutella
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/3 cup light brown sugar
1 Tbsp. Almond extract
1 1/2 Tbsp. Orange zest
2 Tbsp. Fresh squeezed orange juice
1 cup confectioner’s sugar
Mix together the flour, cocoa powder, baking powder and salt in a large bowl and set aside until needed.
Place the dark chocolate chips, butter and Nutella in a medium-sized microwave-proof bowl and place in the microwave. Heat on intervals of 20 seconds, stopping to stir the mixture and continuing until all the chips are melted. Set aside.
Using a mixer, beat the eggs and sugar until creamy, about 3-4 minutes. Add the almond extract, orange zest and orange juice, mixing well.
Gently fold the chocolate mixture into the egg mix, followed by the flour mixture. Mixing just until no dry ingredients remain. Do not overmix.
Cook the bowl with plastic wrap and place in the fridge for at least an hour or until the mixture hardens to a fudge like texture.
Place the confectioner’s sugar in a small flat bowl.
Preheat oven to 350 ° F. Line two large cookie sheets with parchment paper.
Spoon tablespoon portions of the dough into the confectioner’s sugar, rolling the dough into sugar coated balls. Place the balls about 2 inches apart on the prepared cookie sheets.
Bake in the oven for 10 minutes or until cookies have slightly flattened out. 10 minutes gives you a cookie with a brownie-like texture, for crisper cookies, leave in the oven 2 to 3 minutes more.
Cool the cookies on the cookie sheets for several minutes before removing to a wire rack to finish cooling.
Enjoy and remember to share because it is easy to be tempted to keep these for yourself.
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text: In promotion of his upcoming tour dates, Maryland rapper K.A.A.N. has shared “Sounds like summer.” The song kicks off with a shrieking siren, as K.A.A.N. launches right into the first verse, throwing shade at fake friends. K.A.A.N. raps with impulse, clearing his mind on a track that seemingly got finished at midnight last night. He ends with a few shoutouts and teases a new project to be released later today. Stay tuned for more from K.A.A.N. and checkout his upcoming tour with Chuck Inglish, Alex Wiley, and more.


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Anthony Benadie MPL
Provincial Leader – Mpumalanga
The DA takes note of reports that former MEC for human settlements Siphosezwe Masango and two of his bodyguards will be prosecuted on charges of assault, following a “blue light bully” incident at the Nkomazi toll gate a year ago.
It is alleged that on 19 July 2012, former MEC Masango’s convoy travelled at high speed along the N4 while recklessly and unlawfully overtaking fellow road users. One motorist, Mr Gert van der Merwe, expressed his dissatisfaction by blowing on his hooter, and was allegedly assaulted by the MEC’s “blue light bullies”. Two security guards working at the toll gate were also assaulted when they tried to intervene.
While the DA welcomes Mr Masango’s impending appearance on 2 October, we hope that his subsequent removal from office will not give him the opportunity to escape accountability for his behaviour while in cabinet.
Every day innocent Mpumalanga motorists’ lives are put at risk through the reckless and lawless behaviour of blue light bullies and the so-called VIPs they carry in their vehicles. The National Road Traffic Act clearly states that blue flashing lights and sirens may only be used by law enforcement authorities when reacting to emergencies. Members of cabinet are ordinary citizens, voted into positions of power to serve the needs of the people, and should not be causing citizens any harm.
The DA believes that this case is precedent-setting and calls on premier David Mabuza to ban the use of blue lights by himself and members of his cabinet outside genuine emergency situations.


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COLUMBUS (WKBN) – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine wants to improve the inspection system for the state’s jails.
He wants to increase the Ohio Bureau of Adult Detention staff from six to 15 employees. This will allow for the minimum standards inspection of all jails in Ohio each year. Right now, that’s done every other year.
An examination found the Ohio Bureau of Adult Detention is very understaffed and overworked.
“Those with the Ohio Bureau of Adult Detention have worked hard with limited resources to annually inspect local jails, but their examinations haven’t been as comprehensive as I believe they should be,” DeWine said. “It’s time that this division has the tools to effectively carry out its statutory obligations.”
The new staff will include a nurse to investigate medical complaints.
Last year, 44 of the 88 full-service jails were found to be noncompliant in regards to inmate health, living conditions and safety.
DeWine is also working to improve the overall jail inspection system with:
– Enhanced transparency: The bureau will be required to provide a yearly report on jail inspections to judges and the county prosecutor, not just police or the sheriff’s office.
– Standardized grand jury reports: Grand juries are required to examine the conditions of their county jail regularly but right now, those reports are not uniform. DeWine will work with jail leaders and Ohio’s Supreme Court to develop a standardized inspection report.
– Unannounced inspections: Currently, on-site jail inspections are scheduled in advance. In the future, when inspectors come to the jail unannounced, they’ll be able to more accurately assess the conditions.
– Mandatory critical incident reporting: Local jails will be required to report “critical incidents” (inmate deaths, inmate violence, use of force by officers, etc.) to the Ohio Department of Rehabilitation and Correction.

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I was hoping for the Netherlands.
haha, they were pretty cute too! I wasn't loving the long hair on some of the Spanish players.
I was actually so sad… my brother in law is Dutch so we were for Holland 🙁 such a heartbreaking game
Hubby is from the netherlands. Hubby was bummed with the outcome…
crazy. my neighborhood is mostly Dutch too so when I was running I kept seeing orange everywhere…then I went to my parents house and they had a huge flag hanging at the front of the house and I felt better. Not a whole lot of Spaniards in Vancouver…maybe 1000 so we were pretty outnumbered here.
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The Islamabad High Court approved on Monday Miftah Ismail’s bail in the LNG case.
Ismail, a senior PML-N leader, has served as the country’s finance minister and is being investigated in the awarding of LNG contracts during his tenure as the non-executive director of the SSGC.
Former premier Shahid Khaqan Abbasi is also in custody in the same case.
A two- judge bench headed by Chief Justice Athar Minallah heard his bail application on Monday. They asked the NAB lawyers how long he had been in their custody. Is the investigation done or not, the court asked NAB.
The court ordered his release on the condition that he submits a surety of Rs10 million.
Ismail was arrested on August 7 after the court cancelled his bail in the case.
On December 3, the reference was filed against him, Abbasi and eight others for their involvement in the LNG import contract case.
The reference, which has been filed in an Islamabad accountability court, states that one company gained profits of Rs21 billion from March 2015 to September 2019 because of the LNG contract because of which the national treasury incurred losses of Rs47 billion.
On December 12, the reference was approved for hearing.


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The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) came under fire for unlawfully baring the implementation of the 2020-21 Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) signed between the Kenya Ports Authority (KPA) and its workers.
Speaking before the Parliamentary Committee on Labor and Welfare, the Workers Union (DWU) General Secretary Simon Sang said over 600 employees who were due for promotions have acted in senior positions for between seven months and seven years.
In a letter to DWU, dated August 20, 2021, KPA indicated that all the positions that had fallen vacant would be advertised.
The union insists those serving in an acting capacity should be confirmed.
As to why the CBA is yet to be implemented, KPA Human Resource and Administrative General Manager Daniel Ogutu defended KPA against any wrongdoing insisting the corporation was ready to pay the workers’ salary increment when SRC gives them a green light.
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Nominated Member of Parliament Wilson Sossion questioned why SRC was getting involved in industrial disputes which had been resolved by courts yet it has no legal mandate to do so.
Sossion added since KPA and the union had signed an agreement of 10 percent salary agreement effective January 1 this year, there was no need for the document to be sent to Kenya Federation of Employers (KFE).
Sang also said the workers are yet to receive their bonuses for the fiscal year 2018/2019.
In 2017, KPA capped overtime payment for its workforce at 30 percent of the employee’s salary, a move the Union criticized saying it was not consulted.
As a result, the Parliamentary Committee on Labor and Welfare has started an inquiry into alleged irregular recruitment and promotions policies at KPA.
SRC has been given a week to appear and respond to the claims by the Union and KPA.
Edited by Lawrence Baraza.


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From 1347 to 1425 Waren was the Residenz of a branch of the House of Werle who were part of the Obodrites family. The first town hall stood on the Alter Markt and then in the middle on the Neuer Markt.
The present town hall on Neuer Markt was built from 1791 to 1797 and extended in 1857.
After the putsch was suppressed, both men fled to Munich and Austria and the family seat was seized by the Free State of Mecklenburg-Strelitz.
At the back of Waren Town Hall a bullet hole can still be seen today as reminder of the affair. On 3 December 1920 Waren became the county town of the county of Waren.
On 11 November 1925 the sub-district (Amt) of Röbel was incorporated into the Amt of Waren. In the same year Waren Harbour reached its economic peak – 188 ships arrived and 208 departed handling a total of 22,330 tonnes of goods.

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There are probably at least ten places in every country along in Europe to see just before you die. Perfect for romantic escapes, family trips and adventure travel, a Mexico trip provides a thing for everyone. But it is the year-round best climate and gorgeous beaches that make Cancun a single of the very best holiday spots in Mexico. This is a fantastic list of travel destinations that must be on everybody’s list.
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It’s not all knotted handkerchiefs and deckchairs at the UK’s coast. At the Alexandra we are very proud of our Coastal Heritage.
The Jurassic coastal in world renowned and is classed as a World Hertiage Site which covers 3 geological time periods; the Triassic, Jurassic and Cretaceous. The Cliffs along this most excellent of coastlines reveals 185 millions years of history.
But, if Geology is not your thing, you can simply marvel at the gorgeous scenery this coastline has to offer.
At the Alexandra we always work hard to ensure that guests have a relaxed stay with us. It is because of this marriage of coast and service that so many newspapers and travel magazines have saw fit to mention the Alexandra is there reviews.
Here are just a few.
In September 2013, The Sunday Times featured the Alexanadra in their “The Ultimate 100 British Hotels: seaside”. They said;
“The Cob at Lyme Regis has to be one of England’s most atmospheric seafronts, and looking down on it all is the Alexandra. It strikes the perfect balance between elegance and informality, with dozens of cosy”
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In June 2014, we were very proud to be included in the Telegraph’s Travel section on “Seaside hotels in south-west Britain: The Fab Five”
“Lyme Regis itself, and the view in particular, are of course the reasons why owner Kathryn Haskins, whose mother Nina ran the hotel before her, has always loved the Alexandra”.
Also, the we were included in the Telegraph again. This time the review was on Britain’s best beach cafes and restaurants.
“Where to stay nearby: Alexandra hotel, in Lyme Regis, offers beautiful views of the Jurassic Coast and has a fresh, airy feel”.
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Elle magazine also said;
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Some Nitpicky Rules about Craps Etiquette
Several of the craps etiquette rules determine how players can shoot and collect the dice. First of all, players can never reach across the table to collect the dice, even if it is their turn. The dealer must push the dice over to the shooter in order to indicate that all bets have been placed and the shooting can begin. When shooting, players must throw the dice forcefully enough to hit the back wall of the table but not forcefully enough to disrupt bets or ricochet off the table. Finally, when players lose, they pass the roll off to the left and learn also about basics of blackjack.
Many of the other rules of etiquette dictate how and when bets can be placed. For instance, players can never place bets after the dice have been passed off to the shooter. Once the dice are in hand, the bets are over. Also, players should attempt to place their chips on the appropriate part of the table, but if they cannot reach it, they should never toss the chips. Players should pass the chips to the dealer or another player to be placed on the appropriate part of the table or play other games like the game of baccarat.
Failure to follow these rules can sometimes result in players getting banned from the table or even the casino, so it is important for those new to the game to review the proper rules of craps etiquette.

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The spending patterns of Indian consumers are stabilising after double-digit growths in discretionary spending over the last two years. While overall spending across 13 categories grew 44 per cent, the total spending basket comprising 20 categories (including groceries, consumer durables and entertainment) has seen a 9 per cent growth this year, as against 20 per cent last year.
The seventh KSA Retail Summit 2005 concluded with KSA Technopak revealing highlights of its upcoming Consumer Outlook 2005.
The KSA Youth Trendmill 2005 — a study to track tastes in the youth market — was also launched at the summit. SEC A kids in Mumbai, Delhi and Bangalore in the age group 11-21 years were surveyed.
KSA Technopak's study has revealed that the most preferred shopping destinations for the Indian consumer are city high streets, especially MBOs and colony markets. For categories such as apparel and home appliances, more than 55 per cent of the respondents shop from high streets.
For personal care and toiletries, 52 per cent prefer local colony markets; and for grocery, 82 per cent prefer colony markets.
Deconstructing the face of the new Indian consumers and their preferred shopping trends, Harminder Sahni, Principle & Associate Director, KSA Technopak India, said consumer spending in India today can be categorised into `regular spends' and `lifestyle spends.'
Regular spends, which grew 4 per cent, include those on grocery, eating out, books and music, personal care items, consumer durables, savings and investment, clothing, footwear, accessories, movies and theatre, entertainment, vacation, and textiles. Barring a few categories such as vacation, books and music, textiles, and savings and investment, most in that category have either stagnated or are de-growing in terms of absolute spends.
Lifestyle spends grew 20 per cent, and comprise payment for household help, gifts, furniture, computers/laptops, mobile phones and Internet connection. While spends on mobiles, furniture, computers, and payment to household help have gone up, those on gifts and Internet have gone down.
"The Indian consumer has changed and the shopping trends are changing. This change is good for innovation and growth," said Sahni.
"The need basket of an average Indian has changed sharply. In 1991, whereas 80 per cent of the spending was on eight items, today that percentage of spend is across 17 items, with the inclusion of mobile handsets, gifts, durables, and so on. The rise in disposable incomes, increasing number of dual-income nuclear families and changing attitude toward consumption are positive indications for the growth of the retail sector. Today, consumers don't want to experience shopping, they want to shop for experience," said Ravi Raheja, Managing Director, K. Raheja Group.
The KSA Youth Trendmill 2005 has revealed that money is the driving factor for today's kids. Entrepreneurship is a popular choice even as lucrative, contemporary careers are in. For example, a physical instructor opening a chain of `stay-fit' workshops or an adventure tourist guide starting an adventure travel company.
Even though the Indian youth is computer savvy, e-commerce is still only an emerging activity. It is still restricted due to payment modalities. But the acceptance of e-commerce will rise when kids mature into the consuming class.
To the delight of mobile telephony providers, the Indian youth are enthralled and `engaged' to their mobile phones. Mobiles, apart from their functional use, also connote status. Even kids are familiar with mobiles' advanced features. The threshold age for owning a handset now is 16 years. So, this is a huge and rapidly evolving market that requires creative value-added services.


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The Rare Books component of Special Collections houses more than 175,000 volumes of printed books and periodicals, dating from the 15th to the 21st centuries. These include all Hesburgh Library volumes printed prior to 1830, and tens of thousands of later publications with some claim to rarity. Subject areas of particular strength include Catholic theology and church history, Dante and Italian literature, Irish studies, Latin American studies, and sports and physical culture.
Books and periodicals may be searched in the Hesburgh Libraries catalog. Catalog records with the location designation “Hesburgh Library Special Coll” or “Special Collections” are held in the department, and may be requested for use in our reading room. Because the Rare Book collections are shelved by size, patrons requesting a volume should provide both the call number and the collection/size designation preceding it: for example, “Rare Books Medium PS 2384 .O6 1847.” The inclusion of author, title, and volume numbers, when applicable, facilitates retrieval.
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New to CCW > Gun Recommendations
Obviously I am new to this whole CCW thing. but anyways, I'm 21, I just recently got my CCW. Im not new to guns, been hunting my entire life, but im new to pistols. I do not have a gun yet, my father has a Glock 17, that ive fired, ive also fired a whole range of other calibers and guns. I pretty certain I can handle a .45, but problem is I dont know too much about pistols to decide what I want to look at to see what fits me best. I know many people will say, see what fits you best, and I know that, I just need some recommendations to what I should look at. I am leaning towards a Glock or S&W because myself as well as my father working for a defense contractor, we can get either one of those at a pretty good price, Which is kind of a pain, because I don't want to limit myself to glock and S&W, but for the price, I cant help but look at them.
alittle about myself that may help.. im not a big guy, 5'10", 185lbs, and i have some small hands.
I like the G30 and G36, but i don't like the small mag on the 36, and mixed reviews about the recoil. any recommendations would be great. but the 30 seems kinda bulky.


COVID-19 Daily Update February 28, 2020Posted on Feb 28, 2020 in COVID-19
DOH State Laboratories Division now capable of COVID-19 testing
Hawaii Department of Health is now capable of in-state testing for COVID-19 and, on average, results can be ready within 24-48 hours of a sample being collected. This is a new, major development that enhances the state’s prevention and mitigation response capabilities to further safeguard the health of the people in Hawaii.
Previously, the state had earlier reported that testing capability would not be ready until early next week. The DOH State Laboratories Division staff worked closely with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention around the clock to complete the validation process and receive approval from the CDC to move forward with the testing procedure in Hawaii.
This morning, the Department of Health was able to successfully test a visitor from California as a Person Under Investigation. The individual was a healthcare worker who had been providing care to a patient who later was confirmed for COVID-19. The healthcare worker was notified by the CDC through its tracing system. The Department of Health team was notified late last night about the possible case and collaborated with the CDC to contact the individual who was quarantined at a hotel in Honolulu. DOH staff collected samples today from the individual and the State Laboratories Division confirmed it negative for COVID-19. The testing involves a nasal pharangeal swab, which is a sample taken from the back of the nose and throat.
No cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawaii at this time
Currently, there are no cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawaii. DOH is actively preparing for possible cases and working with state, county, and federal partners including the medical community in Hawaii. The following summary as of Feb. 28 shows the number of individuals being monitored or under quarantine. Many of these individuals were identified through screening by federal officials at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport. These numbers fluctuate often as travelers arrive, depart, or begin and end their self-monitoring with supervision by DOH.
COVID-19 Summary of Numbers as of Feb. 28, 2020
(updated as new information becomes available)
Number of Confirmed Case(s)
Number of Persons Under Investigation (current, testing pending)
Number of Persons Under Investigation (closed, testing negative)
Number of Persons Under Quarantine
Number of Persons Self-Monitoring with DOH supervision
Of the 80 individuals who are self-monitoring with public health supervision, 73 are on Oahu, 5 are on Hawaii Island, 1 is on Maui, and 1 is on Kauai.
Confirmed: Meets CDC criteria and positive test result received from a certified laboratory.
Person Under Investigation (PUI): Meets CDC criteria for investigation and testing pending.
Quarantine: Individuals are required to remain in a designated location and separated from others. They are actively monitored by Department of Health staff. Quarantine is enforceable by law.
Monitoring: Individuals voluntarily remain at home and refrain from work, school, gathering places, and public transit. They communicate daily with Department of Health staff.
Updating physician guidance and criteria for persons under investigation
On Feb. 27, the CDC updated the definition of a Person Under Investigation (PUI) to include travelers to other areas. CDC has posted updated Criteria to Guide Evaluation of PUI for COVID-19. On Feb. 26, the DOH issued a medical advisory which encourages clinicians to reach out to the health department to discuss testing if they have a patient hospitalized with severe respiratory illness and no identified source of exposure.
Business continuity planning
Should the situation escalate in Hawaii, state and county agencies are actively preparing for continuity of business operations to deal with the potential impact of COVID-19. The goal is to enable ongoing operations during a public health emergency. To address concerns about workers who have travelled to China, DOH developed a list of frequently asked questions and answers to guide local businesses.
Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT)
HDOT Airports Division is diligently working to clean and sanitize the facilities, especially common touchpoints like escalator handrails, doorknobs, and elevator buttons at airports statewide. HDOT is currently working to install additional hand sanitizer dispensers at HNL and neighbor island airports, especially in the lobbies and high passenger volume areas. Airlines are taking precautions by continually cleaning and sanitizing public areas, equipment and aircrafts.
National travel advisories
The U.S. State Department has issued a Level 3 Travel Warning Avoid Non-essential Travel for South Korea. The U.S. State Department has issued a level 4 travel advisory asking people not to travel to China due to the COVID-19 outbreak. There is limited access to adequate medical care in affected areas. A level 2 travel advisory has been issued for Japan and advises people to exercise increased caution especially for older adults and those with medical conditions.
Before you travel, check out Travel Advisories and Alerts for your destination(s) at www.travel.state.gov/destination. The State Department and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide specific advice to travelers on their websites.
Preparations for potential risks
The Department of Health is advising people to take general steps to prepare should the risk level increase in Hawaii for COVID-19.
- Prepare a family emergency plan. A family plan worksheet can be downloaded from: https://dod.hawaii.gov/hiema/files/2020/02/20200228-Emergency_Plan_bw.pdf.
- If you have a large family in one home, consider what measures you can take to prevent the spread of illness. For a comprehensive list of specific measure you can take, visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/hcp/guidance-prevent-spread.html#precautions
- Prepare a kit similar to those used during hurricane seasons. These should include a 14 day supply of food and other necessities. For more information, visit this site: https://health.hawaii.gov/prepare/protect-your-family/prepare-an-emergency-kit/.
- Set aside an emergency supply of any needed medication and keep a copy of your prescriptions in case you run out of medication.
- Don’t forget supplies for your pets.
Preventing the spread of misinformation and disease
The Department of Health is committed to sharing information as it becomes available. People are urged not to spread misinformation or inaccurate statements that are not confirmed, and keep updated and informed on the situation.
Everyone can help prevent the spread of respiratory illness with these everyday actions.
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth with unwashed hands.
- Avoid close contact with people who are sick.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular household cleaning spray or wipe.
- Sign up for public notifications at health.hawaii.gov/news/covid-19-updates.
Screening of arriving passengers at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport in Honolulu
Foreign nationals who have traveled to mainland China within the last 14 days are being denied entry into the U.S. This includes not only people with a China passport, but all foreign nationals per Department of Homeland Security guidance. The exception is U.S. citizens, legal permanent U.S. residents or their immediate family.
Enhanced screening procedures are in place at Daniel K. Inouye International Airport to help keep the public and traveling community safe. An additional feature is the non-contact thermal temperature scanners that are used for incoming passengers from China. Airport passenger screening continues to be conducted by federal authorities from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Customs and Border Protection (CBP). For additional information on the airport screening process submit a media request to CDC.
A mask can be effective if you are ill and can prevent the spread of your illness. A mask is not effective to wear when you are well and want to protect yourself from someone who is sick.
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From time to time I give myself a “manliness test”, to see if I still have what it takes! The truth be told, I always fail these tests, but because of the fact that I tried, I give myself a passing grade. Usually, these tests involve camping alone in the land of “banjo music”.
On one of these occasions, I was camping by a small creek in the North Georgia woods. I had a beautiful fire burning right next to the creek, and I enjoyed a time of communion with God. Then I spent the night full of terror as I kept hearing the screams of Ned off in the distance. I have learned that being a real man of courage is not the absence of fear, but the ability to fight and not allow the fear to rule over me. So I fought through the fear, not wanting to wear the shame of driving back to our cabin and asking my wife to hold me as I sucked my thumb.
In the morning I awoke and realized that I had survived the night without being assaulted-or mauled by a bear! There is nothing sweeter than a warm fire in the morning after a sleepless night of fear, so with the cool midst coming off the creek and the birds greeting the sun with their songs of joy, I began to restart the fire. Starting a fire that still has hot coals is a very easy task-all you need to do is add some fresh sticks near the coals and blow on the embers. This, of course, requires getting very close to the coals while on your hands and knees so that your breath will reach the coals. As I blew and the coals began to glow and ignite the kindling, a bright flame appeared and with it a huge snake leaped out of the fire right at me! It was not one of my most manly moments, as I screamed like a little girl and cussed like an old sailor. I am not sure who was more scared, me or the snake.
This snake had found a safe, warm bed for the night. The fire had died off making it safe to curl up next to and enjoy the warm afterglow. After calming down with a few cups of camping coffee, I had a time of reflection about this experience. Here are some of my insights from this Ugly Fire.
1. A cool fire is a dangerous place. Sin loves to hide in the heart of a believer who has let their passion for Jesus die out. It opens the door in our lives for evil to hide in us when we are not “cold or hot, but just lukewarm”. (Rev. 3:15) Satan can do more harm with a believer who is no longer on fire for Jesus than a lost pagan. We may have been hot for Jesus years ago, but now we are just living off the afterglow. Past memories of great spiritual experiences are nice, but they give no fire to warm our hearts today.
2. There is no greater way to clean our hearts out than to reignite our passion for Jesus. To try to drive out the enemy with religious activity is a waste of time. It would have been like me screaming at the fire to drive out the snake. All it took was some fresh air, and the flames did the rest. Attempting to get believers to do the things that it requires to be spiritual is so much easier when they are motivated by their love for Jesus. Having a burning passion for the things of God gives us strength to resist the pull of the things of this world.
3. It is not as hard as it seems to restart a cool fire. It requires some new wood, close contact, and fresh air. The new wood is the ignitable material, the Word of God. The close contact is our humbling of ourselves to say, “Please Lord, send fresh fire,” and the fresh air is the wind of His Spirit moving on the coals of our hearts. There is an old tradition of an unwritten statement of Jesus, “He who is near me is near the fire”. We do not have to create a fire-only press into Jesus who is “a consuming fire”. (Heb.12:29)
4. Do not be shocked when you press into the Lord to light your fire again, and a large snake jumps out! Evil cannot stand the presence of the Lord. You cannot have a heart on fire for Jesus and a heart that is filled with sin-it will put out your passion for Him. You do not need to focus so much on the sin that needs to go, as you do on the fire that needs to grow brighter. Walking in the light will both reveal our darkness and cleanse our hearts. (1 John 1:7)
5. The Apostle Paul had some words of wisdom for a young pastor he was mentoring that it was his responsibility to keep his fire burning bright for Jesus. “I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God…” (2 Tim.1:6 ) We must take personal responsibility for the fire in our hearts. We cannot live off the warmth of the fire of others, we must have our own passionate love for Jesus. The Lord can use the fire in the heart of others to help re-ignite our hearts, hanging out with people on fire for Jesus is essential to keep our hearts on fire.
6. One of my favorite books is the Pilgrims Progress by John Bunyan, which is an allegory of the Christian life. I have an old picture illustrating one of the experiences the main character Pilgrim has when he visits “The Interpreters House”. He is shown a wall with a huge fire coming out of it, but the devil is standing there pouring water on the fire-yet the fire is not extinguished. The Interpreter (representing the Holy Spirit) takes Pilgrim to the other side of the wall where he sees the secret of why the fire will not go out; it is Jesus standing over the fire with a small vile of oil pouring it on the fire. God’s oil to keep our fire burning is much stronger than the evil one’s water that tries to extinguish it. We must keep our eyes on the oil of the Spirit and not be discouraged by dampening waters of the evil one. “Many waters cannot quench your love” (Song of Songs 8:7).
How is your fire burning? Beware of a cool fire, bad things hide in it. Take some time to add some fresh fuel on your fire by spending time with Jesus and His word. Invite Him to breathe on your embers and pour out the oil of His Spirit, re-igniting your fire. There is no greater defense of evil than a heart on fire for Jesus.
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M&S daffodils: Supermarket apologises after displaying ‘poisonous’ flowers alongside salad items
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Marks & Spencer has apologised after displaying daffodils - known for having poisonous stems - alongside spring onions in one of its stores. The daffodils, which can be poisonous if eaten, were displayed under a "seasonal favourites" banner in the fruit and veg aisle.
Botanist and BBC Radio 4 presenter James Wong called out the retailer on Twitter to draw attention to the display and warn his followers that consuming them is like “swallowing a box of tiny needles".
He wrote: “Daffodils are the single most common cause of plant-based poisoning as people mistake their bulbs (even cut flower buds) for crops in the onion family.
“@marksandspencer I don’t want to get any staff in trouble. But you need better training asap. Daffodils are filled with microscopic crystals, so biting into one is like swallowing a box of tiny needles. Properly nasty.”
Wong said this type of poisoning is ‘very common and excruciating’ and often affects children, elderly people and immigrants.
M&S has apologised and said it was a "genuine error in one of our stores". An M&S spokesperson said: “Customer safety is our priority and our British daffodils are clearly labelled with an on-pack warning that they are not safe to consume. This was a genuine error in one of our stores and as a precaution, we are reminding all stores to make sure the flowers are displayed properly. We apologise for any confusion caused.”
Daffodil stems, which are widely sold in supermarkets during springtime, can bear a resemblance to some vegetables such as garlic or spring onions at first glance. Public Health England wrote to retailers in 2015 warning about the ‘potentially nasty consequences’ if there was a mix-up with how they are labelled.
It said they contain toxic alkaloids which can cause severe vomiting, noting 27 poisoning cases in the previous year. Health officials believe daffodil poisoning led to 10 hospitalisations in Bristol in 2012 because of their similarity to a chive used in Chinese cooking.
Mr Wong said the error was originally spotted by his mum, who took a picture of the display. He then urged M&S to train staff better.


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We say the book is better than the movie all the time. But every once in awhile a film comes along and tries to disprove this theory, Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children is one such film. To be honest, it’s been a good couple of years since I read Ransom Riggs’ well loved YA novel of the same name, but I can tell you that I enjoyed it. To me, it only made since that Miss Peregrine’s would get turned into a movie. The way Riggs wrote the novel made me believe that it would be perfect for being made into a film, and when I heard that Tim Burton was helming it, my excitement grew.
But then, reality set in, and it took it’s own sweet time. The film adaptation of Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children sets me off. It makes me want to rage, and I wish that it didn’t. In fact, it came so close to being perfect, and that’s why, when all’s said and done, this adaptation broke my little YA loving heart.
As a good friend of mine can testify, I raged about Miss Peregrine’s for over a week. Exclaiming things like “WHY?” and “What the hell happened?” and “NOOOOOOOO” in the same way Luke Skywalker said it when Darth Vader dropped the “Luke, I am your father” bomb in Star Wars. If I could show you my text logs, I would. But instead I’ll tell you what differences between the novel and movie worked for me, and what didn’t.
Burton tweaked things. It’s true, but for the most part, he did so for visual storytelling, without compromising the feel and integrity of Riggs’ original story. Where Jake originally falls for the version of Emma who has fire in her hands, and Olive is a small child who floats, Burton switches Emma and Olive’s powers, while also making Emma old enough to be the lead’s love interest. It was visually stunning to have Emma portrayed as the floating girl, and I couldn’t fault Burton for making that choice, as well as a few other small tweaks that made his adaptation soar.
In fact, even though he switched a few things up, the first two acts of the Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children could have been one of the best YA book to film adaptations in recent years. But then the third and final act came in and ruined everything that could have been great. It took something that was so good, and made into something that no lover of the original story could love. It took a wonderful historical moment in time, and made it a bit of a laughing stalk.
See, the writers of the film totally rewrote the ending of the story. It’s clear that they didn’t want to stick to making the whole trilogy into a film franchise, but they should have warned people. This film should come with a warning label. “Run away, now.”
Where the original story ends with a fight between the main characters and evil Nazi’s and Hallows, and also places a cool commentary on how we see monsters (it’s lightly touched on in the film, but much earlier), the part of the film that’s set in 1943 Wales gets derailed in a big way. There are no Nazis. There is no fight with enemy u-boats. There is no cliff hanger ending in which Miss Peregrine must be saved. Instead we get a total cheesy sh*t show that goes so far off book, that the last thirty minutes feels like a sloppy short film that somehow accidentally got dropped into the film. And yes, even after all this time I’m outraged. I just can’t help myself.
So if you, like me, were a fan of the story for it’s ending, the historical elements, or the commentary on good and evil, don’t watch then end of the film, or maybe don’t watch it at all.
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US STOCKS-Futures imply modest gains, Wall St on track for strong week
* Major indexes on track for strong weekly gains
* U.S. and Russia engage in tit-for-tat sanctions
* Nike shares fall in premarket after outlook
* Futures up: Dow 20 pts, S&P 4.2 pts, Nasdaq 9.5 pts (Updates prices and adds Media General deal)
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NEW YORK, March 21 (Reuters) - U.S. stock index futures pointed to a slightly higher open on Friday, with major indexes on track for a week of strong gains, though geopolitical concerns remained in view as the tenuous situation in Ukraine continued.
* The biggest East-West confrontation since the Cold War ramped up after U.S. President Barack Obama targeted some of Russian President Vladimir Putin's closest long-time political and business allies in response to Russia's seizure of Crimea from Ukraine. Russia retaliated with sanctions of its own against top U.S. politicians.
* With the S&P 500 within 1 percent of record levels, some analysts say equities are vulnerable to any fallout from escalating geopolitical tensions, even though few U.S. companies have substantial exposure to the region. Still, stocks have moved sharply higher this week, boosted by Moscow's assertion that no other Ukrainian region would be subject to intervention.
* In another facet of emerging market concerns, Nike Inc late Thursday said growing pressures from weaker emerging market currencies would take a big toll on its profit in the current quarter. The athletic apparel maker, which gets about 30 percent of its revenue from emerging markets, also said China sales would be unchanged or slightly down this quarter. Shares fell 3.5 percent to $76.50 in premarket trading. Continuación...


The Football Association of Ireland (FAI) spent more than €80,000 restructuring the organisation last year without a tender or system in place to apply oversight to the process.
he restructuring was approved by the former interim CEO Gary Owens before the permanent chief executive Jonathan Hill was appointed.
It has led to further questions among key stakeholders about corporate governance and accountability at the organisation.
This comes a year after the embattled association received a €30m State bailout following a series of meetings between ministers, high-ranking officials, advisers and delegates from Bank of Ireland, Uefa, League of Ireland clubs and union representatives.
Under EU rules private entities in receipt of state funding are obliged to engage in a competitive process when awarding services contracts.
Last year the FAI acquired human resources support from Yvonne Clancy, an expert consultant with a background in the financial services and pharmaceutical industries.
It came as officials at the association were concerned about staff morale and a negative culture within the workforce.
This eventually led to Ms Clancy conducting a review of the association and its human resources hierarchy.
In June, interim CEO Gary Owens approved an overhaul of the FAI's organisational structure following Ms Clancy's review.
This led to a reduction in the size of the FAI's executive team and a number of key roles being advertised internally at the association.
It meant a number of senior managers, including chief operations officer Rea Walshe, marketing director Mark Russell, grassroots director Tom O'Shea and League of Ireland director Fran Gavin, had to reapply for their roles.
Ms Walshe and Mr Russell were retained in their positions. Mr O'Shea retired from his role and Mark Scanlon replaced Mr Gavin as director of the League of Ireland.
Mr Gavin remains an FAI employee after taking the role of data, registration and competition manager.
Sources told the Sunday Independent questions were asked internally of the decision to press ahead with the restructuring while the recruitment process to hire a new CEO was still in the early stages.
Traditionally a new CEO would have oversight of such a process, but it had been suggested reorganisation was to be completed quickly. Commencement dates on the posts that were advertised internally were listed as "immediately".
Sources said Ms Clancy's services should have been tendered for "given the financial cost" to the association, but the distraction of other issues being addressed at the FAI meant the tender process was overlooked.
"There should have been a tender done, irrespective of the need and what else was going on at the time," a source said.
"The FAI needed HR expertise so Yvonne Clancy was brought in, and then her role changed slightly as more work needed to be done.
"Staff morale and HR needed some work and it was thought people would benefit from the resource."
The FAI declined to answer questions about the matter last week.


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Set in a very desirable area just minutes away from the campus and beach, this first phase of a multi-phased development sets the tone for the overall community. This site is adjacent to a natural 10-acre buffer of preserve wetlands and grasslands and offers abundant open space within the twenty-two home community. It is the first housing project in the University system to receive LEED for Homes certification.
Our designers utilized contemporary architecture with Mediterranean influence to create 8 single family and 14 two-story townhomes nestled in climate appropriate landscape. All homes are designed with an office/study to allow faculty to meet with students and a great room for entertaining. Home features were designed with multiple energy saving features as well as resident desired finishes which include granite countertops, maple wood cabinets, crown molding, and energy star appliances. The community will offer neighborhood amenities such as a fitness clubhouse with swimming pool, family play park, trails and BBQ’s.

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“Fiorini”, this has now become my signature on my artwork. My mother is Italian and the last surviving Fiorini in my family. To honor her, I have taker her maiden name as my signature.
My love of color and various cultures has come from my mother and traveling the world. My passion has centered on the wonderful Mexican people and their culture. After teaching art for 30 years, I believe that the future of art is in the hands of the young, imaginative, and free spirited artists. As an artist, I feel my role is to inspire, stimulate, and challenge the public, and at 71, I am attempting to do just that.


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Letters from readers - Scott Tobin, Walter Gologorsky, Randy Melton, Charlie Fuchs, Paul Watson, Grift Heath, Sawina Eller, Roberto Santiago, Jan Bosman, Bettina Fleisher, Mark Nicholson, Jeff Strasser, Natalie C. Atkins, Bernd F.W. Hofman; Lon West; Paul Smith, Quentin Springsted, David Mackey, David Toplitz, May Kosoi, Matt Schmitz, Kym Prahl and Jeffrey Joyce.
Poem is a satire of Edgar Allan Poe's THE RAVEN.
"This is part IV of a continuing series and, thank God, will probably be the last."
Inside backcover and in color. Answer is: Falling plane parts.
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Advance your career with hyper-converged infrastructure
It’s no secret—traditional hardware silos are no longer the first choice when architecting a modern data center. With their complex processes, limited flexibility, and high replacement costs, it’s easy to see why many organizations are turning to hyper-converged infrastructure (HCI) as a smart alternative.
According to Gartner, HCIS (hyperconverged integrated systems) will be the fastest-growing segment of the overall market for integrated systems, reaching almost $5 billion, which is 24 percent of the market, by 2019.* Why? Because HCI reduces management complexity, extends the agility of software to infrastructure, and lowers costs.
But while it helps ease the burden on IT professionals, it’s also changing roles at every level. What new skills will you have to learn to stay in high demand in a modern data center? Armed with the right tools and knowledge, you can take advantage of this transition to move your career forward.


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Maria and Matt both live on the East Coast of Canada and happened to be staying in beautiful Canmore as one of the two was going to school in the Rocky Mountains. They wanted to commemorate their engagement and visit to the beautiful mountains by doing an Engagement Session and I knew just the perfect spot. Typically, this place is very busy but we lucked out on this beautiful Fall day and (almost) had the place to ourselves! Lake Minnewanka, inside the Minnewanka Loop, is one of my favorite places for it’s stunning water and mountain views.
We had a ton of fun and I love how playful and full of laughter their engagement session was!


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Arch’Angels Home is a 17th-century house situated in the village of Arques-la-Bataille, 6.5 km from Dieppe. It features a colourful garden with a 13th-century well, a children’s play area and a wide variety of vegetables and medicinal plants.
Rooms have simple, individual decoration and each has a fireplace and views of the garden. Each bathroom features a bathtub and is decorated with potted plants. Free WiFi is available.
A buffet breakfast is included. Brunch, lunch and evening meals are available on request and are cooked with fruit and vegetables from the garden and local products from the market.
Arch’Angels Home is in the village centre where guests can find shops, grocery stores and restaurants. The Base de Loisirs de la Varenne is 3 km away and offers outdoor activities such as windsurfing, kayaking and rock climbing. A fitness centre is available and bicycle rental is possible at an extra charge.
WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.
Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed). Street parking.
Pets are allowed. Charges may be applicable.
All children are welcome.
One child under 2 years is charged EUR 15 per night in a child's cot/crib.
One child under 12 years is charged EUR 25 per night in an extra bed.
One older child or adult is charged EUR 35 per night in an extra bed.
The maximum number of extra beds in a room is 1.
The maximum number of total guests in a room is 4.
The maximum number of children's cots/cribs in a room is 1.
Please note that late check-in after 22:00 and late check-out after 12:00 is possible with an extra charge.


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Today I am bringing you two Easter cards.
First card I've made with Vintage Venture paper The main theme is chipboard.
Second card is made in C&S style. I wanted to use this beautiful Tailgate Marked paper with feathers. This time paper graphic is the main theme rather than added elements.
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Miles of Single Track Trails around Whitefish
The Whitefish Trail is a new trail system located just west of Whitefish. It is accessed from Highway 93 north 3 miles from town, 1 mile past the Whitefish Lake Golf Course, via Lion Mountain Loop Road and the Lion Mountain Trailhead. The trail is open year round for non-motorized recreational use.
Local art is manifested through paintings, sculptures, jewelry, and pottery, as well as the performing arts, literature and film.
The arts and cultural pursuits are intensely vibrant and heartfelt in Whitefish. Take a walk around town and it becomes apparent how expressions of our history, culture and the arts are not just the pursuit of a few aficionados, but woven completely into the community fabric.
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Audi Q5 integrates the sensitive control of a sports car, the off-road safety of an SUV and the flexible internal space of a wagon. Equipped with a powerful engine and its four-wheel drive system Quattro, you have the chance to rent an Audi Q5 with QEEQ to experience such a smooth drive. In the meanwhile, combining with the Audi driving mode option and the 8-speed Tiptronic transmission, travelers can easily conquer all kinds of road conditions.
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Audi Q5’s advanced intelligent technologies, such as the side assist system and slope assist system, making your trip safer.
Audi Q5 is equipped with an Adaptive Cruise Control System (ACC) with automatic emergency braking. When the speed is within the range of 30-200 km/h, the system can control the vehicle to safely cruise at the preset speed. When there are other vehicl
The Q5 has a dynamic proportion and the body line is extremely smooth, showing a sense of technology and integration of elegance.
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BLAINE, Minn - A Minneapolis based company believes it could have had a big impact on the Boston marathon bombing probe if its' product - microscopic particles called taggants - were used in the explosives set off that day.
Microtrace Solutions describes taggants as color coded plastic chips that create a chemical bar code and when placed in explosives survive the blast.
"From there investigators can identify the manufacturer and potentially the batch of explosives and from there they follow a paper trail to see who had access to that material so it narrows down the list of potential suspects," said Vice President Brian Brogger.
Brogger says for 30 years, Microtrace has supplied taggants to Switzerland, the only country in the world that requires them in explosives, but in the United States, opponents like the NRA argue taggants could destabilize gun powder, and cost too much.
University of Minnesota chemistry professor Chris Cramer is a military veteran and specialist in explosives and says while cost could be a concern, the chemistry of taggants in gunpowder is not.
'That is not really germane - these are tiny little particles, you can't see of them," he said. "It's a pretty sensible idea in a way, just like other products allowed to be traceable. It just runs into the general second amendment philosophy.
Congress has fiercely debated taggants dating back to the Oklahoma City bombings, when President Clinton first sent lawmakers a bill. 3M initially created the technology but allowed Microtrace to develop it after Switzerland required taggants in all explosives in 1980.
"3M lost the political battle here in the United States but at the same time Switzerland passed a law requiring the use of taggants," said Brogger."I think it goesback to the dynamics of the debate. On one side you have very large special interests and industry, and on the other side you don't have much of a voice."
Mictrotrace now creates taggants with other application to prevent counterfeit in countless other industries, products like clothes, toys, paint and cosmetics carry this virtual fingerprint. The company makes particles sewn in the labels of clothing, or taggant chemicals that are soluble in cement, paint, or gasoline. The particles shine under a UV or laser light and let the manufacturer know their product is authentic.
Brogger says what is clear, the discussion is often traced back to tragedy, brought up once again after Boston bombs.
"After any terrorist incident or bombing or things like that, the discussion picks up again. And there is a great deal of interest and talk about tagging explosives, but that is where it kind of ends," said Brogger.
Inquiries to the NRA for this story were not returned.

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Thousands of UCF football fans turned out for UCF Football Fanfest Aug. 20 at Bright House Networks Stadium.
The Knights held their annual Football FanFest on Saturday, with thousands of UCF football fans showing up to have autographs signed by players and to meet new coach Scott Frost.
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UCF quarterbacks Garrett Kruczek and Tyler Harris sign autographs for fans at UCF Football Fanfest Aug. 20.
UCF football head coach Scott Frost meets fans at UCF Football Fanfest Aug. 20.
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Join us for an afternoon of post election legislative updates with
February 23, 2017
Time: 2:30 - 5:00 p.m.
Networking Reception to follow 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Sharp Health Plan Conference Room 124-125
8520 Tech Way, San Diego
San Diego, CA 92123
HFMA Members $25
Non-HFMA Member $35
Hosting Facility, Sharp Employees - FREE
Maximum Room Capacity is 80 so don't delay on registering!
2:30 - 5:00: - Chad Mulvany
A new administration and Congress promises to bring significant changes to health care. Potential changes to coverage, outcomes based payment, and payment rates will impact the strategies of hospitals, physicians, and health plans. This session will help participants prepare for these changes by discussing the implications of:
- A "repeal and replacement" of the Affordable Care Act
- Payment cuts to hospitals, post-acute care providers, and physicians
- Changes to the Medicare benefit design
- Continued adoption of outcome based payment models

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Webcam Dartmouth (Devon), United Kingdom: Royal Castle Hotel
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Old Sturbridge Village in Sturbridge, Massachusetts, is celebrating their Native American Winter Traditions this Saturday and Sunday, January 22nd and 23rd, the MetroWest Daily Newsreports. The event includes "longtime village favorite character, 'Indian Doctress' Molly Geet," who is portrayed by Abenaki Indian Dr. Marge Bruchac. Dr. Bruchac has been playing the role for more than 10-years, and is a scholar, performer, and a historical consultant whose speciality is interpretations and representations of northeastern Native American peoples. She will be sharing with visitors how Native Americans of the Northeast handled the harsh, frigid winters through their incredible ingenuity. She'll lead programs on their use of snowshoes, fur pelts fashioned from beaver, bear, deer, rabbit, fox, and skunk (!) hides, as well as tell some of the Algonkian winter stories.
Dale Carson, co-chair of the Hammonasset Festival Celebrating Native Americans and the Environment, as well as published two cookbooks, will be on hand to demonstrate Native American cooking techniques in the Bullard Tavern Great Room on Saturday at 12:30.
Old Sturbridge Village is a "living history museum," a place where visitors can see what it was like to live in New England between 1790 and 1840. It has 59 antique buildings, a working farm, and three water-powered mills. There's also a stagecoach, heirloom gardens, and heritage bred farm animals. Old Sturbridge Village is open year-round.


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Thursdays are the new Fridays at Truro Cookery School. Our Thursday evening classes are all about celebrating the end of the week with a friend, colleague, partner or relative! These classes are booked in pairs of tickets and are an opportunity to chat, cook, perfect your skills in the kitchen and meet other people.
A canapé and a glass of fizz or non-alcoholic equivalent will be served upon arrival. Next, in a ‘cook-along’ format, you’ll make a starter and main course to enjoy with a glass of wine. We will prepare the dessert so you can relax for the rest of the evening.
We change our recipes seasonally but the type of dishes you may enjoy are:
Starter – Miso soup and pork gyoza
Main – Salmon and avocado maki rolls, chicken yakitori, nasu dengaku
Dessert – Black sesame ice cream, black sesame biscuit
When: 7.15pm – 10.15pm
Please email us ([email protected] ) to discuss any relevant allergies or dietary requirements.