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Rhode Island School of Design, Providence, Ri Bachelor of Fine Arts, Glass - 2010
Solo Exhibitions Brooklyn, Ny "Are We Not Drawn Onward to New Era?" The Active Space, Oct 28th 2011
Brooklyn, Ny "New Americana" Bond Street Gallery, August 28th
Providence, Ri "Limits Complete" Gallery GB4 spring 2010 Providence, Ri "Glass Triennial" Woods Gerry Gallery, fall 2009 Providence, Ri "RISD Exposé" Hillel Gallery, Nov 4th 2009 Providence, Ri "Glass Triennial" Woods Gerry Gallery, fall 2009 Providence, Ri "Encounter" Exhibited around the city of Providence spring 2009 Providence, Ri "Fragile Present" Hillel Gallery Mar 5th spring 2009 Providence, Ri "Religion" Gellman Gallery winter 2008 Providence, Ri "Time" Gelman Gallery fall 2007
Providence, RI "Limits Complete" Gallery GB4 spring 2010
Benjamin Moore Inc. assistant to Benjamin Moore Dante Marioni, Paul Cunningham, Anne Walstrom, Dan Dailey, Preston Singletary in summer 2007. Manifesto Lighting worked blowing custom lighting fixtures for commercial appreciation with Lucca Rattazi Summer 2007 Studio 619 created work for three exhibitions of work with creating instruments from hollowed out logs in summer 2008. David Palmer Furniture worked of finishing and building custom furniture in summer 2008. Pratt Fine Art Center Taught and monitored welding and forging facilities for students looking to build steel and bronze art in summer 2008. RISD Glass Casting Monitor Monitored and helped students with sand, mold and hot casting 2007-2009 RISD Glass Tech Assistant Up keep the RISD glass studios and build or repair glory holes, pipe buckets and various coldworking machines. 2007-2010
Skills Glass: 7 years experience blowing, focus in venetian techniques. 3 years lampworking and tube bending, 4 years cold working and lathing. Metal: experience with MIG welding, cutting and working with band saws, chop saw, oxy-acetelyne, forging and belt sander. Wood: experience with band saw, table saw, sander, drill press. Computer: Macintosh, PC, extensive knowledge of photoshop, illustrator, processing, Arduino, Java, and c++ programing. Working Knowledge of Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Indesign and am Able to use a wide variety of computer programs. Organizational: Ability to research and manage multiple jobs and projects. Strong people skills and ability to teach various ideas and techniques with ease.


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*New Single* Blue Skies, was released on 17.03.21 (pre-released 12.02.21). It is the 4th song from my upcoming album. Read what it’s about here.
Available on Music Platforms
You can download or stream Blue Skies from the usual platforms.Spotify Apple Music Amazon You Tube Music
—”Deforestation from the world domination. Criminalisation or just infestation?”Blue Skies – Séa Byrne, 2021

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~2 yr old, 15 lb Dachshund/Chihuhaua NEUTERED MALE for ADOPTION
Meet Bennie (and the Jets) – Sacramento Area of CA
“Say, Candy and Ronnie, have you seen them yet?
Ooh, but they're so spaced out, B-B-B-Bennie and the Jets
Oh but they're weird and they're wonderful
Oh Bennie she's really keen
She's got electric boots, a mohair suit
You know I read it in a magazine, ohh-oh
B-B-B-Bennie and the Jets” – Elton John
Bennie is a ~2 yr old, 15 lb Dachshund and Chihuahua Mix who joins us from Kern County Animal Services where he was turned in as a stray.
Are you patient? Kind? Patient? Gentle? Patient? If so, keep reading. If patience is not your strong suit, then Bennie is not the dog for you.
Bennie is VERY shy and has had some past trauma associated with the leash as he finds it VERY scary. He has made great strides in the week that we have had him. But he needs kindness, patience, a gentle hand and love. He would greatly benefit from shy dog classes (they do exist but take some work to find) and if he completes one, we will refund his adoption fee in full. Shy dogs benefit greatly from appropriate socialization and for being rewarded from performing commands when asked. We are looking for a home who is willing to do this (please mention this in your email/application).
Bennie is healthy and has been neutered, microchipped, vaccinated and is free of parasites.
He is crate trained and seems to be housebroken although we have not given him much room to have an accident (he is well-managed).
He gets along well with other dogs and seems to take cues from them on how not to be shy. He has not been formally tested with cats, but when he was in a ‘halfway house’ between shelter and rescue he was in a home with cats and did not bother them.
Once he loves you – he LOVES you. He has really done well with his foster moms and is sweet and submissive and likes to have his belly rubbed.
Right now, we are only going to recommend him for a home that is calmer with any children who live there to be 10+ -- we do not feel that he would be a bad match for younger children in that he would be aggressive, but he is shy and does well without stompy feet and T-Rex noises. Maybe once he settles in, we can revisit this and if you have a younger child who is more ‘tea-party’ than ‘superhero’ then we can chat
Bennie has only been crated in the car and does well… we do not think he would have any problems uncrated in the car but we have just not tried it yet.
His one area that needs work is the leash. He is most afraid of it from putting it on (harness helps more than collar) to walking on it but he has made great progress in just a few days and is doing so much better. He is leashed in the house to practice with it and has even graduated to trying the stairs with it on and this is HUGE for him. He will need lots of practice and patience but we see him going on leashed walks within 4-6 weeks of adoption if he is given praise and positive reinforcement. We would like to know your plan for this in your email/application.
He is fostered in the Sacramento Area of CA and will only be available to people willing to come to him to adopt
If you would like to adopt please send a THOROUGH email that mentions specific DETAILS FROM THIS BIO to email@example.com
If you cannot adopt, but would like to make a tax-deductible (EIN 45-4103375) towards this pet's care please do so on this post (if this is an option) or by one of these
You can also buy Umbrella of Hope merchandise where you not only advertise our cause with cute clothes, but the proceeds also benefit our medical fund — at tinyurl.com/pineappletee
We have an Etsy store where all proceeds benefit our medical fund at https://www.etsy.com/shop/Umbrellaofhope
Amazon Wish List https://a.co/2sALMwd
Please spread this dog around in order to help them find a home. We welcome adopter referrals from other rescues and breed clubs
Housebroken?: Yes, we think so
Crate Trained?: Yes
Leash Trained?: NO! It is scary and he needs practice
Rides Well in Car?: Yes
Good with cats?: Yes, we think so
Good with dogs?: Yes
Qualifies for Seniors for Seniors?: No. Regular adoption fee applies
Umbrella of Hope does not have any strict rules on ages of children because all children are different, but our best approximation is that this animal would do best with children over the age of 10
Umbrella of Hope is an all-volunteer, donation-run, non-profit animal rescue based out of Pittsburg, CA that rescues animals from local shelters, places them in private foster homes, provides them with needed medical care and then finds them new homes.
Also, ask us about our seniors for seniors program, where we adopt animals 5 years or older to qualified homes with a $5 donation as an adoption fee. All animals are spayed/neutered, vaccinated, treated for parasites and given any additional treatments (dental work, bloodwork etc) as recommended by our vet.
Adoptions to veterans of the US Armed Services are ALWAYS free to thank you for your service.
We thank Well Pet Vet Clinic for providing most of our veterinary services and give a special thanks to volunteer photographers Tanya, Barbara, Kristy, Christine, Teressa and Natalie. We are on all social media at @umbrellaofhope and we invite you to follow us and share which helps more people see and adopt our pets.
To help our ALL VOLUNTEER team rescue more senior, special needs, medically needy and hospice animals (and a few "typical" ones along the way, please consider making a tax-deductible (TAX ID 45-4103375) donation online at www.paypal.me/UOH or Venmo @umbrellaof-hoperescue or Zelle firstname.lastname@example.org.
You can also buy tees, tanks. sweatshirts, hats and bandannas where all proceeds benefit our animals https://ruff-life-rescue-wear.myshopify.com/collections/umbrella-of-hope
We also have an Etsy store where the merchandise is made by volunteers and supporters, changes regularly and 100% of the proceeds benefit our medical fund https://www.etsy.com/shop/Umbrellaofhope
Amazon Wish List tinyurl.com/pineapplewish

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I get pretty stressed about train travel. It is meant to be relaxing but I find a drive along the motorway with Radio on incredibly relaxing.
Today, having gone through the rigmarole of booking online and collecting tickets from the station in order to pop over to Paddington to have lunch with my boys, I found that my train was nine minutes late 'Due to the sheer number of passengers.' A Friday in December off-peak. Who could have predicted?
Then I found that two of us had been reserved the same seat, and as the other person had got on at Exeter I lost. I told the guard whose reaction,'It's computerised, that shouldn't happen' didn't even come close to an apology.
Fifteen minutes late for a short enough time with family as it was and then the Circle Line train I needed was cancelled without explanation.
This relaxing privilege cost £80. My car would have cost about £25 plus tube or four hours Central London parking and congestion charge.
On the way back the train was punctual and packed.
No-one checked my outward ticket at all. I needed the return to get through the barrier at Paddington but it was not checked on the train or on alighting.
Lunch and Tate Britain with my sons was good however.

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The summer vacation in 1999
In that summer vacation, I knew nothing yet.The world was different from it completely and became able to be seen. It is different. I break the shell of the egg and the truth will have been transformed. At present, it is possible to remember clearly.
That summer vacation There is a mood like the happening yesterday.
The summer vacation of the near future.
It was surrounded by the forest and the lake " The school of the whole dormitory system ".
One boy commits suicide 3 months before.
The summer vacation of "Kazuhiko", "Naoto" and "Norio" began.
The transfer student comes.
His name is "Kaoru". Kaoru was similar to committing suicide "Yu".
Yu was idle in the school.
Yu loved Kazuhiko However, the love was Platonic love .
Kazuhiko refused the love of Yu
Kazuhiko was worried with the happening.
Free and riotous Kaoru
Finally, Kazuhiko begins to love Kaoru.
Naoto loved Kazuhiko secretly.
Naoto which envies Kaoru
The solitary of Norio
He is loved by no one.
The identity of Kaoru was committing suicide "Yu".
" Let's die with me " The boys who dive into the lake.
This movie was manufactured in 1987.
The general exhibition in Japan is 1988.
In the summer, a video was sold.
The appeal of the movie, " The girl who plays a boy "
The girls of 13 years old - 15 years old were chosen.
Location was done in "Nagano" that the winter season Olympics was held.
The photography in the nature
In 1999, it screened in the revival.
In " New York ", it screened with " London ".
In now which passed in 10, there are a lot of fans.
The alternating current meeting of the fan is regularly done in Japan.
Tomoko Ootakara ,as Kazuhiko
Born on December 24th, 1971
At present, it appears on the play, the television as the actress.
She appears on " The rhapsody in August" of film director "Akira Kurozawa".
She contested with Richard Gere.
Eri Miyazima ,as Yu&Kaoru
Born on February 3rd, 1974
At present, it is playing an active part as the radio actor.
It appears on the musical and the stage, too.
Miyuki Nakano, as Naoto
Born on October 20th, 1971
In 1997, she marries volleyball player (Sunichi Kawai).
It retires from the entertainment world.
Rie Mizuhara, as Norio
Born on January 11th, 1973
At present, it appears on the play, the television, the stage as the actress.
Shusuke Kaneko（The film director）
Born on June 8th, 1955.
The masterpiece is "GAMERA". The most new work, " The Cross Fire "
Yuriko Nakamura（The pianist.）
The music which she composed is used.
CD-Ａlbum "Wind and Reflection"
The music which the boys are playing in the movie is the music of "L.V.Beethoven"
Piano Trio”Archduke”(I recommend ”Windows Media Player”）
Moto Hagio（The caricaturist）
Her work is " The Heart of Thomas ". The school in Germany is a stage.
It is the work which was made the model of this movie.
The photography place
Ookurayama Memorial Hall (Yokohama city)
As the building in the academy, of it a photograph was taken.
This building is the public facilities.
The neighborhood of the building is the park which was surrounded by a lot of trees.
A classic concert is held every week.
Lake Usui (Gunma Prefecture)
It is an artificial lake.
It is possible to do a fishing, a stroll.
Yachiho Hｅightｓ(Nagano Prefecture)
The token amount of 1600 m. The white birch is beautiful heights.
In the summer, it is possible to enjoy a hike.
In the winter, it is possible to enjoy a ski, too.
In movie " the summer vacation in 1999 ", it is loved in the world, too.
We are waiting for the E-mail from you.


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With some restaurants closed and grocery store trips limited, I appreciate food: the traditional chicken and rice bake, tacos, the pre-Easter ham and even frozen ravioli. It’s been a long time (maybe never) since my family has enjoyed so many home-cooked meals.
Cooking can be comforting. It can also be exhausting and there’s the unending question of what are we going to make next.
In between meals, children and teens snack on who knows what.
When the Milton School District announced grab and go meals for all ages 18 and younger, regardless of free or reduced lunch eligibility, I signed up.
The people distributing the meals were helpful and friendly, but as I left with the meals, I had a sinking feeling in the pit of my stomach. I thought of the health crisis, the financial crisis and how both likely would get worse.
I learned that Natalie’s had closed, Café 26 had closed.
Who or what would be next?
I stopped to deliver one meal to the home of a family friend.
When I got home, I opened the bag and spread the food out, of course, so I could take a photo for the Milton Courier. Tomorrow’s breakfast will be zucchini bread, craisins, OJ and milk. Lunch was in a separate bag: an Uncrustable, reduced fat Doritos, a tiny bag of carrots, an apple, a cheese stick and milk.
Seeing the contents, it made me feel that someone cared about my kids. Someone helped me take one worry away. No one hunted for food around the house or complained. Someone had made our day.
In reality, it was not someone but several people. School district employees and others locally, and at the state and federal levels, with titles that have no appreciation day.
I wanted to pay this good deed forward. I thought of the restaurants closing and ordered pizza for myself from a local restaurant.
I thought of foods we might hunger for and not be able to taste. As I ate the pizza, I even closed my eyes for a flavorful escape.
My stomach was full. My heart was full.
How you can sign up for grab-and-go lunches:
All children (18 and younger) may receive free lunch and breakfast. Children do not need to be present. Grab-and-go meals will be available for pick up at multiple Milton schools while supplies last.
Sign up online at www.milton.k12.wi.us to help with the meal planning. Unable to complete the form online? Call district social worker Verlene Orr (608) 868-9561.
While signing up, mention food allergies or special needs.
Meals may be picked up at the following locations:
- Harmony Elementary (front parking lot) – 10:30-11 a.m.
- East Elementary (main entrance lot) – 11:15-11:45 a.m.
- West Elementary (main entrance lot) – noon-12:30 p.m.
- Milton High School (near auditorium entrance) 12:45-1:15 p.m.

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You are watching the movie SuperFly produced in USA belongs in Category Action, Crime, Thriller with duration 116 Min , broadcast at 123MOVIES.LA,Director by Director X.,The Movie is a remae of the 1972 blaxploitation film
Genre: Action, Crime, Thriller
Actor: Trevor Jackson, Jason Mitchell, Michael Kenneth Williams, Lex Scott Davis, Jennifer Morrison, Kaalan Walker, Esai Morales, Andrea Londo, Big Bank Black, Big Boi
Director: Director X.
Duration: 116 Min

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The Detroit Lions enter the upcoming 2023 season with a clear hierarchy in their running back rotation. However, as the team prepares for the new season, insiders suggest that a battle may be brewing for the third and potentially final spot on the roster. While David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs are expected to lead the rushing attack, The Athletic's Colton Pouncy highlights the possibility of a competition for the No. 3 spot, with veteran Craig Reynolds facing a challenge from undrafted free agent Mohamed Ibrahim. Given the team's recent history of carrying only three running backs, Reynolds' future with the Lions is at stake.
- David Montgomery and Jahmyr Gibbs are likely to receive the majority of carries in the upcoming season.
- A battle is anticipated for the third running back position on the Lions' roster.
- Reynolds, a respected veteran, may face strong competition from undrafted free agent Mohamed Ibrahim.
A fight for the final running back spot
The competition for the third running back position in the Lions' roster highlights the importance of depth and versatility in the team's offensive strategy. As the team relies on Montgomery and Gibbs to carry the workload, the battle between Reynolds and Ibrahim intensifies the quest for the best supporting option. The outcome of this competition will not only determine the depth of the Lions' running back rotation but also shape the team's overall offensive capabilities.
Reynolds has been with the Lions for two seasons now, earning the trust of the locker room. Ibrahim, though, was a highly productive back at Minnesota who has the talent to stick on a roster despite going undrafted. Reynolds should be considered the early favorite, as Ibrahim has to show it on the field, but I keep coming back to a scene from last year’s season of “Hard Knocks,” in which Dan Campbell questions Reynolds’ spot on the team in a staff meeting. Advantage: Reynolds (for now). -Colton Pouncy
Detroit Lions Roster competition: Craig Reynolds vs. Ibrahim
With the Lions' roster spot on the line, Craig Reynolds faces a significant challenge from undrafted free agent Mohamed Ibrahim. According to Colton Pouncy, he believes Reynolds currently has the edge, but Ibrahim is determined to prove himself and potentially secure a spot in the running back rotation. The battle between the two players will be closely watched, as the Lions' coaching staff assesses their performances and contributions during the preseason.

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text: Happy Holidays from 95.9 Virgin Radio! Happy Holidays from Vinny, Shannon, Zenga, Lee, Kelly, Charli and Deevo! Thanks for making 95.9 Virgin Radio Montreal's #1 Hit Music Station! Kiesza - Time To Dance! Joining us is Juno Award-winning Canadian recording artist Kiesza! Kenya Grace discusses her new song, 'Strangers,' social media and more Joining us is UK recording artist Kenya Grace who is taking the world by storm with her hit song "Strangers." WATCH: Teddy Swims loves Shania Twain and drops debut album! Teddy talks to us about his debut album, the importance of songwriting, how his career has taken off, his love for Montreal and more. AJ McLean from the Backstreet Boys is running for mayor of Montreal?! Backstreet Boys' AJ McLean talks about his new TV project, wanting to run for mayor of Montreal and more.


After attaining three consecutive victories against Oman, the Pakistan Development Squad was held to a 1-1 draw by the hosts in the series’ last match at the Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex hockey ground in Muscat, on the Friday night.
There was no goal in the first half. The Development Squad’s captain Shajeeh Ahmed broke the ice in the third quarter.
The Omani equaliser arrived in the last quarter through Khalid Juma Al Shaibi.
With a total of five goals, Shajeeh finished as the top scorer of this hockey series.
Thus the Pakistan Development Squad won the five match series by three matches to nil; two matches ended in draw.
1st Test: 2-2, 2nd Test: 4-2, 3rd Test: 4-1, 4th Test: 4-2, 5th Test: 1-1


'It's hard out here for a b****': A pink haired Lily Allen's message for female fans as she arrives Down Under with a bang for the Splendour in the Grass music festival
When Lily Allen’s in town, everyone knows about it.
The pink haired beauty’s first stop was Melbourne on Thursday where she was seen out and about doing some promotional interviews before her concert that night.
Looking slim and fit, she was wrapped up against the chilly Australian winter in a maroon jacket, colourful dress and skinny blue jeans.
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Pop princess: Lily's first stop was Melbourne on Thursday where she was seen out and about doing some promotional interviews before her concert that night
At her concert at Festival Hall, the British pop sensation was suffering from the flu and at one point apologised for her vocals.
But she looked right at home, lolling around, swinging her hips and lighting a sneaky cigarette during track URL Badman, from her first album in four years, Sheezus.
Surrounded by gigantic baby bottles that lit up, Allen got off to an energetic start with the album's title song and slid quickly into Hard Out Here, offering observations about sexism in the music industry.
‘It's hard out here for a b****,’ she advised, surrounded by female dancers wearing puppy masks as she bopped in a metallic silver jump suit.
Feeling the cold: Looking slim and fit, she was wrapped up against the chilly Australian winter in a maroon jacket, colourful T-shirt and skinny blue jeans
Allen mellowed during the mid-section of her set, singing about being besotted with husband Sam Cooper and their life together with daughters Ethel, aged two, and Marnie 17 months.
‘I married a man who I am very much in love with but sometimes I think really is this happening ... playing Peppa Pig and all that kind of crap,’ she said, introducing Life For Me.
'It's a little bit real.' She later moved into Close Your Eyes, which is about easing into sex after having a baby.
Pitch perfect: At her concert at Festival Hall, the British pop sensation was suffering from the flu and at one point apologised for her vocal
'This next song is a bit gross really,' Allen said.
She delivered her stand out performances of the night back-to-back.
Allen performed a tender, mesmerising rendition of Keane's Somewhere Only We Know and had the crowd cheering and swaying in appreciation.
Straight away she flipped the switch to F*** You, a clever classic with a message from her 2009 album It's Not Me, It's You.
Allen is expected to perform in Sydney on Friday and at festival Splendour In The Grass at the weekend.
Colour-tastic: Lily embraces rainbow hues in the new video for her upbeat single As Long As I Got You
Busy weekend: She is expected to perform at festival Splendour In The Grass this weekend
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The Railway Children ~Book Report~
I just have finished the book: The Railway Children written by E. Nesbit and will now do a report on it.
Here is a list of the pros and cons of the book:
Pro- The book is interesting.
Con- Not enough action.
Pro- Goes to show how people you love can disappear within minutes.
Con- Not enough detail on how the houses in the book looked.
Pro- Shows good teamwork.
Con- Hard to read.
My favorite part of the book was the ending when the dad came home to the kids and mother. My favorite character was probably Roberta aka Bobbi because she is brave, kind, outgoing, funny, and smart.
I think the most important people in the book are: The old gentleman, the dad, the mom, the three kids, and the doctor.
The book is about these three kids who lost their dad and had to move. They where rich in one life and poor in another, it must have been a hard change. They moved out to the country next to the railway which most of the book revolves around.
The book is good in its own way. Personally I wouldn’t read it again it just wasn’t really a book for me. It’s a good book but I would like more mysteries and action in it. Maybe even some romance. You can’t judge the book to much since is was made in 1906 which is a long time ago.
The kids are clever for their age and they are very grown up about everything and they definitely handled all the hard situations they had been through really well.
I would rate this book a 6.5/10 since it had so many cons.

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Like it or not but I have to touch on this subject, my forte and true path is the LHP and it always has been.
It’s the path that has no rules, complete freedom, power and individuality.
But there are authors in today’s age that bullshit their followers, I have read many grimoires and books from some amazing authors.
Like @Asenath_Mason I have worked through here many books on draconian magick and the qlipphoth.
And Ea koetting a many books, like 18 flames of the O.A.A, and kingdoms of flames and book of azazel, evoking eternity etc.
@asbjorntorvol the most controversial mind provoking author with his many books like " magick it’s all in your head " and many more.
Including @Timothy with his black magick manifesto, and his mind picking philosophy on the LHP.
I could go on and on with great authors like @KurtisJoseph and Michael W Ford and many many more.
But something has come to my attention, as black magicians and those who walk this path, we understand that there is no certain way of going about a certain magick act to gain a certain result.
But still there are authors and magicians / witches that say that you can’t do ( A ), unless you perform a animal sacrifice, or unless you have This specific stone or these venoms or bones etc.
While I agree certain things like these hold power, the same result can be gained from replacing them with other things.
Telling someone they will never have the same result just because they can’t get a certain item, is stupid.
That’s a form of dogma and you’re limiting somebody, which isn’t the agenda of the LHP.
Look the magickal imagination is the greatest tool you’ll ever use, altering your state of consciousness and changing your brain waves using trances are powerful.
The desire, the passion and will are key components.
But if you’re looking for actual tools, two of the most potent devices live in your physical body, you can use your blood ( the life force and power of you and you’re ancestors ).
Blood letting isn’t a must though as you could use sexual juices, your hair anything that is apart of you, is a great powerful tool and offering.
I just wish that people could understand that you can interact with any entity or system without fetish items or stupid shit like crow eggs etc.
To quote Lil Dicky " you can make path while the rest of these motherfuckers drive straight " , probably not the best quote but it has relevance to what I’m saying.
Okay so just to clear it up, stop worrying that you don’t have a certain incense, stop worrying you don’t have a wand with golden dust symbols on them.
Stop worrying that you don’t have a white dove to sacrifice and all that other shit, YOU ARE THE GREATEST AND MOST ADVANCED TOOL THERE IS.
While I agree that runes, tarot and other things of this nature are useful, once you mastered them you don’t need them anymore.
Those who preach dogma or rules In the LHP, go fuck yourself, to all the rest of you happy ascending.

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California State University, Monterey Bay (CSUMB) hosted its second annual Winterlands EDM concert on Jan. 25 in the Black Box Cabaret (BBC) in collaboration with Ottermedia, Associated Students, Otter Student Union and the Union Programming Board. The lineup consisted of student DJs such as iQ, Krome, Lex Rex and Stonefish.
The BBC was quickly occupied by CSUMB students adorned in traditional rave attire that included neon colors, flashing light fixtures and minimal clothing to combat the heat accumulating inside – despite the winter weather. The event’s jurassic theme was prominent as dinosaur cutouts and vines accompanied the stage, as well as two tyrannosaurus-rex costumes dancing among the crowd.
In attendance was first-year student, Jordynne England, who said, “Winterlands gave me the impression that CSUMB is very supportive of their students’ creativity. It’s a place for people to show off their talent, as well a place for people to have fun and enjoy themselves – there were a lot of people that were really in their element, so that was enjoyable to watch.”
Nick Gonzales – also known as headliner, Stonefish – is a third-year student with a heavy musical background. Gonzales not only DJs and produces electronic music, but is also familiar with the piano, guitar, ukulele, bass and drums. Though headliner of this year’s event, last year’s Winterlands was Gonzales’ first live performance as Stonefish.
“For me, this year’s Winterlands was just as fun, if not, way more fun than last year’s debut. We had a lot more lights thanks to the staff at the BBC which is always a plus. It was so much fun performing alongside my friends,” Gonzales said. “As far as next year’s goes, probably [expect] bigger and better! I’m sure we’ll come up with something really fun but in the meantime, I’m just so happy everyone had a good time.”


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The Purdue Boilermakers (3-6) and Northwestern Wildcats (1-7) play Saturday at Ryan Field in Evanston, IL. Kickoff is set for noon ET. We analyze the Purdue-Northwestern odds and betting lines, while providing college football betting tips and advice on this matchup.
Purdue at Northwestern: Three things you need to know
1. Northwestern is one of the worst passing teams in the nation at a mere 124.6 yards per game and Purdue is one of the worst at running the ball at just 77.1 yards per contest.
2. Purdue comes off a thrilling home win over Nebraska, while Northwestern has been outscored 106-6 in their last three losses.
3. Northwestern must do a better job of stopping the pass. If they do not, the Wildcats will not get off the field and not be able to establish their running game.
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Purdue at Northwestern: Odds, betting lines and picks
Odds via BetMGM; access USA TODAY Sports’ betting odds for a full list. Lines last updated Saturday at 7:50 a.m. ET.
Northwestern 17, Purdue 13
NORTHWESTERN carries a -134 moneyline. The reasons for this are the fact that the Wildcats have won the last three meetings. Also, Purdue is down to its third quarterback in Aidan O’Connell. Elijah Sindelar (collarbone) and Jack Plummer (ankle) are both out.
Purdue (+110) ran a little bit last week against Nebraska, but Northwestern features a better overall defense that allows just five yards per play or less typically. Can they keep O’Connell upright? Purdue’s offensive line is vulnerable and Northwestern might be able to turn defense into offense. They will need to since they rank dead last in scoring.
Against the Spread (ATS)
Purdue is 5-4 against the spread (2-1) on the road while Northwestern is 0-4 at home. Purdue is off by a point when it comes to projections but Northwestern is -12.8 points (among worst in the nation).
The 1.5-point spread seems in line with what most are predicting. In a slower-paced game, Northwestern should be able to keep up. Expect an outcome around three or four points or so take Northwestern (-1.5, -121).
The projected total is 41.5. Taking a small wager with the UNDER (-154) is our pick for this Saturday afternoon Big-10 clash.
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domain: sports


An Invitation to God's Great Banquet, Part B
Series Stories with Purpose
Lots of people tell stories meant to encourage and bring people hope. But Jesus used stories to shatter the hope of some. Question is, were those hope-shattering parables meant for you?
|Oct 28, 2015


text: HM Customs and Revenue assumes that cab drivers get an average of 10% over their fares in tips, at least in London. Most restaurants, especially the cheaper ones, do not include a service charge but many do. Don't tip directly with money in a bar/pub. The traditional way if you want to do so is to finish ordering a round with 'and one for yourself', and he/she will take the cost of a drink (but not necessarily the drink itself). However, this is done more by regulars so don't feel that there is any obligation to do this, and certainly not each for each drink you order!

domain: economics


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Have you ever experienced a melt-down? Hopefully not in public! Have you ever experienced a long-term emotional break down or period of prolonged stress, anxiety, depression, mental and emotional instability? Today’s society is re-membering how to be whole, holistic in life to be well again.
People have been trained to give their power away.
To who? Everyone, including those who do not have their best interest. Big pharma, financial institutions, substances, false sense of pride, other humans & non-humans, shadow selves, etc. Let’s save this for another day.
Prozac, Zoloft, psychotropic anti-depressants or anti-anxiety pills may be called quick fixes, but what do they focus on, the symptoms of the root causes of the problem?
Let’s focus on choices conducive to optimal wellness, versus letting things go wry and trying to cure diseases or problems when it’s later and more challenging.
Keep the therapist away with daily meditation.
Why do I meditate?
Do I enjoy it? Is it easy for me to start or get myself to do it? Hell, no!!!
So, why would I waste my time doing something boring, or unpleasant? Oh, the mind wanders, your racing thoughts ask, can I really afford to do this when I should be picking up the kids, cleaning the house, calling prospects, putting in an extra hour at the office? This is so silly! I am nervous. My mind is all over the place! Oh, wait, was that a glimpse of settling into peace?!
Wait! Don’t disappear, I am chasing that feeling! Wait, I must relax to get it back, ugh… How uncomfortable, tedious. Why am I complaining? I am suppose to clear my mind and empty the thoughts, right? Breeeeeeathe…. Sigh, let it out. Oh, I am so hard on myself. You know, that compliment my boss gave me, I should really appreciate and celebrate that. Smile. Ooo, I am relaxing. Let go of the worries as I exhale… Breathe in peace, trust. Exhale stress and pain.
What are the benefits you can reap by a daily practice of meditation?
Besides realizing you need to scratch your nose or the deafening, uncomfortable silence? People uncomfortable with silence are uncomfortable with getting deeper and getting to listen to themselves, hence the necessity for background noise.
You can get in touch with your deep, true self, your divine. You are God and God is you. You drink deep of that universal peace and feel a sigh of relief when you’ve had a good sit. That’s what you call it, a meditation session, a sit.
When you feel tense, like you’re hanging by a thread, after your sit, you feel a release, like an orgasmic release! Okay, not always that intense, it feels like you just let go and got a chance to get a deep rest like a rock that got energized by sitting on Mother Earth. It is a big, long term sigh of relief emotionally, energetically, on all levels!
You re-set into more peace and control so you don’t snap at the next person who slightly gets on your nerves. You nourish your cells with a more mindful breath, rejuvenating, boosting your immune system, softening the harshness of the stressful wrinkles in your face.
You will sleep better, faster, more easily, more deeply, less hours or more hours depending on what you need. Your sleep will be more peaceful and less interrupted.
You will be more attractive and people will be more willing to work with you cooperatively. You’ll attract favorable situations to yourself. This practice of mindfulness will allow you to enjoy yourself more, even during sex!!! Enjoy the moments of your life because your way of being will be more mindful, appreciative, on point. You will enjoy things you never noticed before, like the sun warming your skin, the breeze kissing your skin. You will see, notice, and experiences nuances of joy you never payed a perspective to before you will less in your head and allow yourself to be in your body. You will be more in control, not easily swayed by negativity from yourself, others, or situations.
You will be hardier and less likely to resort to less helpful behaviors such as addictions to heroine, ganja, alcohol, smoking, sex, comfort eating, coffee, shopping, sex, sabotage, bullying, or any addiction you use to make yourself feel better. Spend less money and time on medical expenses that drugs and zombify you. The anti-anxiety & anti-depression pills big pharma push on you, those are the gangsters. Meditation clears anxiety and any and all heavier emotions.
It’s a time of self-evaluation. You get to listen to yourself. You get to talk to God. Studies prove that when doing things in a group, such as prayer, healing, and or meditation, it’s effectiveness is increased more than if an individual were doing it solo. Blah, blah, blah. Are you still reading?
Just frickin’ do it, you deserve it! If you don’t believe that, meditate on it. Ha!
Come enjoy a sit with us once or twice a month in person. We’ll most likely do this live online in the future.
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domain: health


Presented at the 10th Annual BayesiaLab Conference on Tuesday, October 25, 2022.
In the public works environment, avoiding breakdowns of construction machines is a major challenge. Indeed, this phenomenon can represent a significant economic cost at three different levels. First, we need to pay for the repair of the machine, which is called the direct cost. Then, a breakdown will eventually lead to a delay in the progress of the work or to the need to rent another machine to replace the unavailable one, all of this representing the indirect cost. And finally, a breakdown can also affect the lifetime of a machine, and optimizing this lifetime is a priority when handling a fleet of public works equipment.
To reach our goal, we are developing different Bayesian networks using an expert-driven approach with BEKEE. The presentation will be about the development of our networks, how we use this process to target useful data for our CMMS, and how we plan to include the result of the networks in our CMMS.
About the Presenter
Yann Corriou, Data Scientist, Charier S.A.S. email@example.com
I studied for five years (2015-2020) at INSA Rennes (engineering school) in the Department of Applied Mathematics. After an internship (2019) and a one-year work-study contract (2019-2020), I am now working full-time as a data scientist at CHARIER, a public works company operating mainly in the West of France.


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Nicki Minaj announces docuseries for HBO Max as she promises to give fans a 'raw and unfiltered' look at her life
Nicki Minaj is coming out with a docuseries on HBO Max.
To commemorate the 10-year-anniversary of her debut studio album Pink Friday the 37-year-old rapper treated her fans to the special announcement.
Taking to Instagram to share the news of her long-awaited project, Nicki said she was 'excited' to give her fans a 'raw and unfiltered,' look at her personal life and professional journey.
'Raw and unfiltered': Nicki Minaj, 37, announced her new docuseries with HBO Max as she promised her fans a 'raw and unfiltered' look at her personal life and professional journey, making the announcement on the 10 year anniversary of her debut album Pink Friday
Greeting her fans as 'Onika Tanya Maraj' - her real name - Minaj set the tone for a tell-all series as she spoke to her 123M followers with orange hair.
'I'm very excited to finally share with you guys that my docu-series is coming to HBO Max!,' she said with an enthusiastic vocal inflection.
She continued, 'It's gonna give you guys a raw unfiltered look at my personal life and professional journey and I can't wait to share it with you,' then plugging HBO Max and Pop as well as Bron Studios so fans can receive updates on its release.
Signing off with a kiss, she told her fans 'I'll see you soon.'
Grateful: The hitmaker was feeling 'beyond grateful and excited,' to share her long awaited news with her fans
Honest look: Addressing her audience as her birth name Onika, she set the tone for what is purported to be an eye-opening 'next level' series
Penning a heartfelt Instagram caption about what the docuseries means to her she wrote:
'I am beyond grateful & excited to share this news with you guys today. I couldn’t be more thrilled to have #HBOMax on board to help me tell my story in this delicate & memorable way. A way that my fans will love forever.'
She continued, 'This doc is next level. I can promise you that, ' adding, 'ITS GOIN DOWN!!!! BASEMENT!!!!!'
Showing her fans some love she responded to virtually every single comment on her Instagram page which ranged from 'can't wait,' to 'today is the BEST DAY.'
Memorable: She thanked HBO Max for partnering up as she wrote she wanted to tell her story in a 'delicate and memorable way'
It's goin down: When a fan account posted 'WE ARE SO FREAKING READY YESSS,' Minaj teased the magnitude of the series' candor writing, 'yall r gonna gag.'
When a fan account posted 'WE ARE SO FREAKING READY YESSS,' Minaj teased the magnitude of the series' candor writing, 'yall r gonna gag.'
Recently Minaj gave birth to a son with husband Kenneth Petty, after keeping it a secret for the majority of the pregnancy.
A source told Celebrity Insider 'Nicki’s an extremely private person, her inner circle is really small,' accounting for much of her decision not to share the news.
Only recently speaking about her son towards the end of October, she has started to let fans in on her life as a new mom, something hopefully they will see more of in her untitled docuseries.
Privacy: Nicki has only started to share tidbits of information about her son with the fans, something they can maybe expect to see more of in her docuseries
In recent years Nicki, who calls herself Barbie, seems to have been eclipsed since rapper Cardi-B - who shares a strong likeness in style and flow to Minaj - stepped on the scene.
After years of beef culminated in a memorable 2018 shoe-throwing incident at a party, the rivals have tried to put their feud to bed, which may even be touched on in the new series.
The female rappers have since caused a stir as they are rumored to have a collaboration in the works since October.
A leaked snippet of a song called Lavish featured both artist's vocals on the nine second clip with Cardi continuing to add fuel to the fire as she wrote that her collaboration with an unknown artist, 'Gonna have ya sick.'
Bed the beef: Nicki and Cardi have seemingly laid their long running feud to rest, even being rumored to have a collaboration in the works; still from new song What That Speed About
Iconic collaboration: After years of going toe to toe as Cardi and Nicki are very similar in style and flow, the two iconic rappers may have a collaboration in the works after a nine-second clip was leaked for a song Lavish that featured both of their voices; still from WAP
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Currently one of the most important problems we face is pollution. This, added to the proliferation of creations, is affecting the proportion of green spaces that we have.
Vertical garden design in front of buildings
This lack of space to cultivate in the frequent way can be fixed with the initiative that we have today. The vertical garden creative design and that will not go unnoticed is a huge solution. So much for the inconveniences of space to recover the so essential green areas at home.
Vertical garden contrasting design indoors
This is because it is common for new buildings to have the precise spaces for which they were designed. This novel and interesting form of cultivation will allow us to enjoy various panoramas.
Creative initiative for recurring spaces
In the same way, it will be an incredible way that will help us breathe considerably cleaner air. The vertical garden design of the space and the ornate will complement each other perfectly. Essentially due to the fact that this genre of gardens can thrive in different growing media.
Attractive workspace with vertical garden
The plants that we place in them have the possibility of growing even though the substrate is much rather light. We only have to ensure a type of floor that can be natural or synthetic fibers. Supported by resistance and also with a low weight.
Initiative for distinguished and attractive exteriors
The vertical garden will be able to be installed in any space or area. Although we must be cautious with the plants that we select to integrate in it. If we choose to make one, it will be an incredible complement to the architecture of the premises.
Different variations of plants to grow
In the same way that the environment is beautified, we maximize the use of space. The unbeatable, that is, it is done in a sustainable way. This complementation that gardens make to architecture dates from its beginnings.
Complement for the exterior of terraces
Essentially at the time they were shaped by Patrick Blanc based on the aesthetics of tropical forests. According to their classification, there are 2 types of vertical gardens. The first of these gardens are hydroponics with very special specifications.
Modern wooden wall with gardens
In such a case the roots grow in polyamide felts, polyester among many others. The main aspect that establishes the advancement and development of plants in these situations are nutrients. In the vertical garden hydroponic design these nutrients are provided via irrigation.
Ideal complement for any space
In the second case we can find the substrate in which the roots grow in a different way. Here they develop in a reinforced environment that is eminently porous. In exactly the same way, it has a high organic percentage without losing its lightness. Something that it has in common with the aforementioned is that the nutrients have the possibility of being provided through irrigation. This is not going to be an essential aspect since in this type of vertical garden there is a better absorption capacity.
Resolutions for contemporary living rooms
In the different formats, it is frequent that the wall is used to prosper the irrigation of the different species. Mainly in the back part it is common to find a plumbing installation. This creates a kind of closed circuit that will help the substrate to progress. Sustainability in this kind of garden is evident in this way in the perfect way in which water is exploited. The excess is collected through the circuit that we discussed and used again.
Mix of different plants in gardens
All thanks to a pump that guarantees recirculation. In order for the vertical garden to have the correct selection of plants is essential. In general, we are talking about plants with little substrate. Eminently ferns, lichens or the so-called aerial plants as a general rule. Always and at all times the vertical garden satisfactory creative design and the environment will largely depend on the selection of plants.

domain: agronomy


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Noted for its unique weeping habit, Ruby Falls Redbud is a compact, deciduous tree with profuse, pea-like, dark rose flowers that arrive before the foliage on bright red stems. This cultivar results from the work done at North Carolina State University. Find Ruby Falls Redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls') in Plymouth, Massachusetts (MA) at Morrison's Home & Garden (Eastern Redbud, Judas Tree, Love Tree) Nursery.
The Ruby Falls Redbud tree can be planted anywhere in your yard. They are a gorgeous focal point and look amazing at night with uplighting. This weeping redbud compliments just about any color in the landscape with its wine-purple foliage. Plant some kaleidoscope abelia or golden euonymus under your tree for some vivid yellow and gold colors/5(60). Noted for its unique weeping habit, award-winning Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls' (Redbud) is a compact, deciduous tree with profuse, pea-like, dark rose flowers that arise before the foliage in spring on bright red stems.
The cheerful blossoms are on display for several weeks before being joined by glossy, heart-shaped maroon-red leaves held on pendulous stumpcutting.buzzess: What's My Zone? Ruby Falls Redbud has lavender pea-like flowers with red overtones along the branches from early to mid spring before the leaves.
It has attractive burgundy foliage which emerges brick red in spring. The heart-shaped leaves are highly ornamental and turn yellow in fall. The Ruby Falls Weeping Redbud is unique, but it is fast-growing and easy to grow too. It grows in sheltered spots in zone 4, and throughout zones 5 to 9.
It will color best in full sun, but it also grows happily in partial shade. This incredible modern cultivar of the esteemed Eastern Redbud is a must-have even in the smallest spaces. Ruby Falls Redbud (Cercis canadensis 'Ruby Falls') is a fabulous, weeping variety that displays richly colored blooms and purple, heart-shaped leaves.
You'll create a big impact with this compact tree. The petite trees tell you a story.

domain: biology


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As electronic media becomes more prominent, Multifunction Printers (MFPs) are evolving in to highly networked sophisticated systems with integrated displays, real-time image analytics (OCR), fine motor control and they require support for a number of interface standards like USB 3.0, SATA, and 10Gb Ethernet.
Zynq®-7000 SoCs enable consolidation of multiple functions such as printer head motor control, image processing and compression, user interface, and storage and network interfacing, dramatically reducing chip and PCB count. The Xilinx high performance SoCs and solutions meet these industry requirements, as well as 100ppm, 2400x2400 dpi, scanning at 200 images per minute (ipm).
Xilinx Smarter Solutions include the FPGAs and SoCs in addition to a suite of SmartCORE and LogiCORE™ IP that can be customized to optimally address your unique market requirements. Xilinx Vivado Design Suite with its tightly integrated development tool flow using OpenCV libraries, Vivado High-Level Synthesis, and IP Integrator provide a faster, more flexible means to go to market with greatest differentiation, lower risk and cost of ownership than alternative ASIC and ASSP based solutions.
The diagram below demonstrates an example of Single-chip integration of image processing and motor control functions, enabling significant BOM cost and power consumption reductions.

domain: design


Latest Toyota car review
15 Jun 2017
By HAITHAM RAZAGUI 15/06/2017 THE Toyota Kluger received a mid-life
update earlier this year, bringing a more powerful yet more efficient version
of its 3.5-litre V6 petrol engine, further enhanced by the addition of an
eight-speed automatic transmission borrowed from Lexus. Still no diesel, hybrid
or downsized turbo-petrol in sight.


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I am awake early and floating in the joy of sensing. I woke this morning and felt the area through my pelvis and the more I paid attention the more it seemed to "wake up," and the more my whole organism responded. It was lovely to feel as though a kite was pulled through me with a long ribbony tail. I felt like a caterpillar stretching out from the edge of a leaf for what is new and next.
I was reminded of this poem by Rilke, of his belief that "God" needs us to awaken and create. We create and then worship what we create.
I have a day of Rosen movement, three days, a mini-intensive. You can imagine how thrilled I am to awaken this morning, knowing what lights my next three days. The sky has one small band of pink. I float there.
This is my posting on my Yahoo sensing group today.
This morning in bed I was sensing through my pelvic area. I felt area after area letting go, waking up. I was reminded of how Lee has spoken of it, of one area letting go, and then, another. It was a rippling effect and I feel looser now, more whole and connected, as I notice movement flowing through the whole of this organism. I move my foot and feel response through my head.
I was considering this idea that the organism is intelligent and knows what to do when our mind gets out of the way, and yet, seeing how the work of witnessing, observing, experimenting, and sensing, wakes us up.
I am reminded of a poem by Rilke as translated by Joanna Macy and Anita Barrows in The Book of Hours..
The hour is striking so close above me,
so clear and sharp,
that all my senses ring with it.
I feel it now; there’s a power in me
to grasp and give shape to my world.
I know that nothing has ever been real
without my beholding it.
All becoming has needed me.
My looking ripens things
and they come toward me, to meet and be met.


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09 November 2021
Volume: 55 Issue: 45
- Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic update
- Polio in Guinea-Bisseau
- Information for yellow fever vaccination centres in the UK
- WHO highlights need for vaccine to prevent GBS
- WHO issues compendium of data and evidence-related tools for use in TB planning and programming
- World Pneumonia Day
- Avian influenza prevention zone
- Radioactivity in Food and the Environment Report 2018
- COP26 Glasgow Declaration on Forests and Land Use announced
- Environmental incident – SEISS report (fire)
HPS Weekly Report
09 Nov 2021
Volume 55 No. 45
Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic update
International travel continues to be impacted due to COVID-19, and a number of variant strains have emerged globally, with information on such travel available for people living in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
As of 1 November 2021, there are no countries or territories on the UK’s international travel red list, however the policy is continuing in Scotland, as in the rest of the UK, and some managed quarantine capacity will stay in place in order to react to any change in assessment that would see a country added to the red list. The travel lists do not indicate which destinations are currently allowing UK travellers to enter their country, nor if the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) advises against travel to these countries. Information relating to this can be checked on the relevant FCDO foreign travel advice country pages.
Currently, anyone entering Scotland who is over 18 years and fully vaccinated can take a lateral flow test bought from a private provider, instead of a PCR test, on the second day after their arrival, and will also be required to complete a passenger locator form. Travellers who receive a positive lateral flow test result must isolate and book a confirmatory PCR test immediately.
Testing and quarantine rules may differ in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland, therefore travellers must ensure they comply with the rules appropriate to the UK nation they will be arriving in and reside in, if different.
Country specific COVID-19 risk
The fitfortravel (for the general public) and TRAVAX (for health professionals) country pages have been updated to include a COVID-19 country specific risk-rating, which identifies the risk of exposure to COVID-19 for UK travellers. This information will be listed in the ‘Alerts’ section on each country page of fitfortravel and the 'Emerging Health Risks' section of every TRAVAX country page. This risk-rating, previously categorised as either high, moderate or low risk, has been changed, with each country now rated as having either a:
- high risk of exposure to COVID-19 for UK travellers
- risk of exposure to COVID-19 for UK travellers
For all countries, travellers should be aware that the risk of COVID-19 may change at short notice. Countries categorised as having a high risk of exposure to COVID-19 either have a high risk of exposure for travellers to COVID-19, or a high risk of emerging or known variants of coronavirus. Travellers should be advised to avoid non-essential travel to high risk countries, even if fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
As of 5 November 2021, the following countries have a FCDO advisory warning against travel and have therefore been classified as having a high risk of exposure to COVID-19:
- Democratic People's Republic of Korea
- Papua New Guinea
- Timor Leste
Advice for travellers
Prior to booking any international travel, travellers must first check if the country they are travelling to is currently accepting UK travellers.
- The FCDO foreign travel advice country pages have up-to-date information on entry rules, in response to coronavirus (COVID-19), under the ‘Entry Requirements’ section.
- Travellers should be aware that some countries or territories may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination status for entry. Guidance for demonstrating COVID-19 vaccination status is available for those living in Scotland, England, Wales and Northern Ireland.
It is advised that travellers are aware of all travel restrictions, self-isolation rules and precautions they should take, in order to reduce their risk of exposure to coronavirus (COVID-19) before, during and after travel, as detailed on the fitfortravel COVID-19 health considerations for travel page.
Source: TRAVAX, 2 November 2021
Polio in Guinea-Bisseau
On 26 October 2021, the Global Polio Eradication Initiative reported three cases of polio in Guinea-Bissau, two in the capital city of Bissau, and one in the neighbouring region of Biombo. These are the first reported cases in the country and have been linked to the ongoing polio outbreak in Nigeria.
Advice for travellers
- Poliomyelitis is spread mainly through person to person contact via the faecal-oral route.
- Travellers should be offered a booster dose of poliomyelitis vaccine if it has been more than ten years since their last dose.
Further information on polio can be found on the TRAVAX (for health professionals) and fitfortravel (for the general public) websites.
Source: TRAVAX, 2 November 2021
Information for yellow fever vaccination centres in the UK
In accordance with recommendations made in a report by the Commission on Human Medicines Expert Working Group, the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) and Public Health Scotland (PHS) have produced a yellow fever pre-vaccination checklist, a tool designed to:
- help healthcare professionals risk assess a person’s suitability for yellow fever vaccination, although it does not replace the broader individual risk assessment in the travel health consultation
- be completed by the person travelling in advance of, or during, the consultation, but must be carefully reviewed by the advising healthcare professional as part of a shared decision-making process for yellow fever vaccination
Health professionals should refer to Yellow fever: the green book, chapter 35 for current guidance on the administration of yellow fever vaccine in the UK.
Source: TRAVAX, 2 November 2021
WHO highlights need for vaccine to prevent GBS
The World Health Organization (WHO) and the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine have published a report revealing the global impact of Group B streptococcus (GBS), a common bacterium that can be transmitted in the womb, during birth, or in the early weeks of life. The report details the annual burden of GBS in numbers for the year 2020, including:
- 19,700,000 pregnant women colonised with GBS
- 518,000 GBS-associated preterm births
- 390,000 infant GBS cases
- 91,000 newborn deaths
- 46,000 plus stillbirths
- 40,000 infants living with neurological impairment following GBS-associated infections
The report calls for the development of maternal vaccines against GBS to reduce this toll, emphasising they could be highly cost-effective, with significant health benefits, in all regions of the world.
Source: WHO, 2 November 2021
WHO issues compendium of data and evidence-related tools for use in TB planning and programming
The World Health Organization (WHO) has published a new compendium of data and evidence-related tools for use in Tuberculous (TB) planning and programming. Over the past two decades, there has been a considerable increase in the number of aides to generate, analyse and use data and evidence, to support discussion and decision-making by National TB Programmes (NTPs) and their partners. The WHO reports that as more data are generated and data analysis tools evolve and increase in number, it can be challenging to understand how, why and when these tools should be implemented.
This compendium is designed to help NTPs make best use of the available tools for policy, planning and programmatic action, and summarises information about the key tools related to data and evidence available for use in TB planning and programming, and how they can be applied.
Source: WHO, 3 November 2021
World Pneumonia Day
Established in 2009, World Pneumonia Day is marked every year on 12 November, which aims to:
- raise awareness about pneumonia
- promote interventions to protect against, prevent and treat pneumonia
- highlight proven approaches and solutions in need of additional resources and attention
- generate action, including continued donor investment, to combat pneumonia and other common, sometimes deadly, childhood diseases
This year, the Every Breath Counts coalition, comprising of UN agencies, businesses and donors, are calling on high-burden countries to take integrated, multi-sectoral action to reduce air pollution-related pneumonia deaths. The Stop Pneumonia Initiative, which co-ordinates World Pneumonia Day, report that air pollution is the leading risk factor for death from pneumonia across all age groups, with almost a third of all pneumonia deaths attributable to polluted air, killing around 749,200 people in 2019. Household air pollution contributed to 423,000 of these deaths while outdoor air pollution contributed to 326,000.
Further information and resources on World Pneumonia Day are available on the Stop Pneumonia website.
Avian influenza prevention zone
Following a number of detections of avian influenza (bird flu) in wild birds, the Chief Veterinary Officers from England, Scotland and Wales have declared an Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) across the whole of Great Britain, in order to mitigate the risk of the disease spreading amongst poultry and captive birds. In Scotland, a flock of kept birds in the Angus constituency have tested positive for avian influenza (H5N1).
From 3 November 2021, it has been a legal requirement for all bird keepers in Great Britain to follow strict biosecurity measures to help protect their flocks. Keepers with more than 500 birds will need to restrict access for non-essential people on their sites, workers will need to change clothing and footwear before entering bird enclosures, and site vehicles will need to be cleaned and disinfected regularly to limit the risk of the disease spreading. Backyard owners with smaller numbers of poultry, including chickens, ducks and geese, must also take steps to limit the risk of the disease spreading to their animals.
The Scottish Government has advised that the risk to public health from the virus is very low, and the UK food standards agencies inform that avian influenzas poses a very low food safety risk to UK consumers, as it does not affect the consumption of poultry products, including eggs.
Sources: Scottish Government, 3 November 2021 and Scottish Government, 3 November 2021
Radioactivity in Food and the Environment Report 2018
The latest Radioactivity in Food and the Environment Report (RIFE 26) was published on 4 November 2021 and shows that levels and concentrations of man-made radioactivity measured in the environment during 2020 were well within international dose limits.
The RIFE programme monitors the environment and the diet of people who live or work near nuclear sites. The annual RIFE report is a joint publication between all six agencies across the UK responsible for ensuring that doses from authorised releases of radioactivity remain within strict international limits, bringing together all results from the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA), the Environment Agency (EA), Food Standards Agency (FSA), Food Standards Scotland (FSS), Natural Resources Wales (NRW), and the Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA).
In Scotland, SEPA is responsible for radiological monitoring that is carried out and has a duty to ensure that no member of the public receives a dose in excess of the statutory dose limit of one millisievert (1 mSv) per year from permitted discharges. Monitoring shows that the highest dose for a member of the public in Scotland reported in RIFE was approximately 3% of the legal limit at 0.027mSv. This compares to a UK average radiation exposure from all sources of 2.3mSv, of which 84% is due to natural background sources.
Radioactivity occurs naturally in the earth’s crust and it can be found in food, water and air. Exposure to man-made radioactivity includes medical procedures and treatments, and discharges from nuclear and non-nuclear establishments.
Source: SEPA, 4 November 2021
COP26 Glasgow Declaration on Forests and Land Use announced
On 2 November 2021, the Glasgow Declaration on Forests and Land Use was announced at the twenty-sixth UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties (COP26). Signed by 100 countries, representing 85% of the globe’s forested land, the declaration issues a pledge to end or reduce deforestation by 2030. Among the signatories are Brazil and Indonesia, two nations with the world’s largest tropical forests.
The Scottish Government has announced their intention for Scotland’s rainforest to be restored and expanded as a natural solution to the climate emergency, with the west of the country being home to one of the remaining rainforest sites in Europe. Each year, Scotland’s forests and woodlands absorb around 6.2 million tonnes of carbon dioxide (CO2), equivalent to almost 10% of the country’s gross greenhouse gas emissions.
The Scottish Government is engaging with the Alliance for Scotland’s Rainforests to determine how best to fulfil this commitment.
Environmental incident – SEISS report (fire)
The Scottish Environmental Incident Surveillance System (SEISS) has recorded the following incident:
- On 1 November 2021, the BBC reported that the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) sent ten fire engines and seven support units to the scene of a fire at a car breaker yard in Denny, near Falkirk. The SFRS found a well-developed blaze in a building and worked through the night to bring it under control. There were no reported casualties.
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About Longbranch Pizza
14 Yelp Reviews
jo.geraci12/5/21, 12:07 a.m.
The sauce had a nice spicy zing to it. We got the supreme and it had a good balance of veggies and meat. The crust was crispy on the bottom and still doughy inside.
chris.hrabcak5/23/21, 2:25 a.m.
Quality sauce that has a little zing to it. Solid under carriage, with a nice cheesy coat and heavy on toppings. A very solid underground pizza in the sunburst area with very little other options, but not something that’s a wow.
pizzanomnomnom3/20/19, 12:05 a.m.
Really good Pizza! Crust was cooked perfectly, sauce is on the sweeter side, good pepperoni and plenty of cheese. Price was fair as well. Would highly recommend!
grant.smith53/9/19, 3:15 a.m.
The perfect combination. No complaints here. Great sauce, crust was perfect and the mash potato pizza cannot be matched. If you order jalapeños peppers with the mashed potato pizza you will get a sliver of heaven. Great people and great pizza.
ryan.earhart11/12/18, 11:21 p.m.
Real solid pizza, good sweet sauce, we typically order with extra sauce because it is so good! Would always recommend to anyone in the Sunbury area.


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Pure Madagascar Vanilla-2 Oz. LORANN-Pure Madagascar Vanilla Extract. LoRann's finest; pure vanilla extract uses only the best vanilla beans grown on the islands of Madagascar. Also known as bourbon vanilla; it is recognized around the world as the king of vanillas. Madagascar vanilla beans are aged to perfection on the vine to produce a rich; creamy smooth flavor that blends beautifully with a variety of foods. This package of baking supplies contains one 2 fluid ounce bottle of vanilla extract. Gluten free and Kosher. Made in USA.
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Ingredients: Organic agave syrup, cashew butter, macadamia butter, whey protein blend (whey, protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, whey protein hydrosate), whey protein crisps (whey protein isolate, whey protein concentrate, tapioca starch, calcium carbonate), inulin (dietary fiber), rice bran soluble, unsweetened coconut, xylitol, Arabic gum, natural coconut flavor, pure vanilla, guar gum, sea salt, mixed tocopherols (natural vitamin E), grapefruit extract. Contains in this package of nuts: dairy cashews, macadamia nuts and traces of almonds, walnuts and pecans. Manufactured in a factory that processes other products that may contain peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, dairy, egg and soy ingredients.
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If you aren’t familiar with this campground, you may remember it from its original name, Route 26 Campground. The park has recently gone under new ownership and a total rebranding. As you will see, ownership has made some great changes to this Scottsbluff, Nebraska, campground.
This campground gives travelers easy access to both the Platte River and Lake Minatare, so it’s great if you are looking for outdoor attractions near your campsite. The wooded area near the campground is filled with mature trees thanks to preservation efforts in the area. There are some pavilions on the grounds, but you can bring your own cover or shade as long as it is properly anchored.
“Love love love the staff! Lots of room for dog walking and bike rides. Will definitely be back!!! We camped at Captain Critters Country Campground (formerly Route 26 Campground) in a Travel Trailer.” – Jeri, RV Park Reviews

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HIV/AIDS shame culture from Gaëtan Dugas to Truvada
Shaun Proulx - who is living with HIV - says he's seeing lots of backlash to the drug amongst gay men. He says people who choose to take the drug are being dubbed "Truvada whores".
Truvada is said to lower the chances of contracting HIV by as much as 90%. It has recently been approved by Health Canada.
Dugas became the poster child for AIDS and sparked the belief that the virus was only being spread by promiscuous gay men.

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Touring Placer Tresor in French Guiana
Placer Tresor in the region of French Guiana (general) is located in French Guiana - some 25 mi or ( 40 km ) South of Cayenne , the country's capital city .
Time in Placer Tresor is now 06:25 AM (Wednesday) . The local timezone is named " America/Cayenne " with a UTC offset of -3 hours. Depending on your budget, these more prominent places might be interesting for you: Roura, Roche Tablon, Placers Tibourou, Leonce, and Degrad Moufflet. Being here already, consider visiting Roura . We collected some hobby film on the internet . Scroll down to see the most favourite one or select the video collection in the navigation. Check out our recomendations for Placer Tresor ? We have collected some references on our attractions page.
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Female Titanus Giganteus from French Guayana in Kaw mountains ..
Guyane 2010 - Balade sur la rivière Kounana.m4v
Navigation sur la rivière Kounana au départ de l'auberge des orpailleurs, sur la rivière Orapu. 2 nuits. ..
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Une des premières sorties en Guyane Française, sur la rivière Orapu. ..
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Interesting facts about this location
Cacao, French Guiana
Cacao is a town in French Guiana, lying on the Comté river to the south of Cayenne. Most of the town's population are Hmong farmers, refugees from Laos who were resettled in French Guiana in the 1970s. There is a Sunday morning market at which Hmong weaving, embroidery and food can be purchased. The main hotel in Cacao is L'Auberge des Oropailleurs with minimum accommodation.
Located at 4.57 -52.47 (Lat./Long.); Less than 23 km away
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Soulful Afro-Pop Inspirational Singer/Songwriter TolumiDE is at it again! She releases “More than you’ll ever know” – Single and Official Remix Video from ‘My Love’ album featuring award winning Ghanaian Hip Hop artist, D-Black – Da Ghana Bwouy, BET’s Best International Act: Africa Award Nominee 2011.
“More than you’ll ever know” produced by Terry Poindexter, is a sultry love song declaring true love ‘Me Do Wo’, in the midst of common challenges couples face every day. The blend of English, Ghanaian (Twi) and Nigerian (Yoruba) languages and D-Black’s hit rap verse gives the listener an emotional connection with the power of love and cross-cultural fusion.
“Working with TolumiDE was very different as she showed a lot of professionalism… I have been a fan of her music before we met at the 2010 Channel O Awards in South Africa; I felt it was the right timing for this collaboration to happen. The message of the song is also true- Relationships don’t always go right and no one is perfect, however love is the key to having a successful relationship. That’s the story we told through this song and I loved every bit of making this song and the video…” – D-Black, Artist
More than you’ll ever know” Remix Video featuring D-Black (http://youtu.be/vHuBpeL2kPE) was directed by Antar Hanif of Team1kfilms Production Company with Nia Malika Dixon as the 1st AD. Associate Producers include Tayo Abereoje (Black Royal Pictures) and Cucillo Consad (Beyond Sight Pictures). The song has an original lyric video (http://youtu.be/NSYxQsC4FI4) which features Choreography & Dance by Scott Rink & Zenas Tobi Okanlawon and is directed by Tayo Abereoje and evokes as much passion as the Remix video.
TolumiDE “More than you’ll ever know” original and remix is available on iTunes, amazon & CDbaby – http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/tolumide6 – The single also available on ‘My Love’ Album.
The recipient of the coveted Nigeria Entertainment Award for Best Female R&B Artist has already been recognized in the motherland as one of the brightest music stars of the day. TolumiDE showcases her African flair and World Urban Soul musical style at a number of concerts, festivals, churches and other prestigious venues. In addition to being a sought- after vocalist, TolumiDE also sings with Toby Foyeh and Orchestra Africa; Tosin Aribisala and AfriKan Rhapsody. Other acts she has opened for include Salif Keita, Burning Spear, 2face Idibia, P-Square and D’Banj.
Fans can connect with TolumiDE on her Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Reverbnation or through her website. Website: www.TolumiDEmusic.com, Follow on Twitter: @TolumiDE.
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This is the second time I have visited this place and I am very impressed. It has a great relaxed atmosphere which is very welcoming and the food and staff are excellent and well worth a visit
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Good service, good food, and an easy drive from the Hyatt House where we were staying. Fun decor. Our server was friendly, efficient, and polite. Will go back.
Had not been to this particular Rock Bottom. Went for an informal business lunch and was really pleased. Service was attentive, food was good and it was an easy place to have conversation. Everything was just fine and would definitely return.
Rock Bottom is always a solid chain restaurant choice. I had the IPA Honey Fried Chicken and it was amazing. Husband had the Pretzel Crusted Chicken and was not impressed. Overall good experience.
We really enjoyed our lunch today, they have a great choice of appetizers and selection of burgers and pizza. I am looking to go back and try a few of the beers.
We had a group of 10. The waiter said he had never served such a big group before. People ordered food appetizers and drinks. One person ordered a sandwich and got a salad. The appetizer we ordered they were out of one item so they...More
I've gone to this restaurant with family before, at least twice. On this occasion I went with my wife and five year old Grand daughter. We were seated by the Hostess and told that we would be waited on shortly. One waitress brought my wife...More


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WILSHIRE, JAMES (1771-1840), public servant and manufacturer, was the second son and fifth child of William Wilshire, fellmonger, of Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, England, and his wife Martha, née Thompson. He arrived at Sydney in the Royal Admiral in November 1800 recommended by John Palmer and was appointed to the Commissary Department. He served as clerk and store-keeper until March 1804 when he replaced W. N. Chapman as acting deputy-commissary. He held this office until about August 1806; his temporary reinstatement in September 1808 by Lieutenant-Governor Foveaux was later confirmed by Governor Macquarie at a salary of £91 5s. Posted to Windsor early in 1810, he asked to be appointed as a magistrate in compensation for removal from his 'large concern in the Tanning and soap making line' in Sydney. Macquarie agreed but Wilshire returned to Sydney after three months at Windsor and never sat on the bench. An order from the Commissary Department in England forbidding civil officers to conduct private business compelled him to resign in March 1812.
Soon after his arrival Wilshire acquired land at Lane Cove, which he increased to 245 acres (99 ha) in 1805. He obtained a further grant of 570 acres (231 ha) at Liberty Plains (Strathfield) in November 1808. Through the bankruptcy of his English agent in 1811 Wilshire suffered heavy losses and had to sell some of his land and cattle. In 1821 he petitioned Macquarie for more land to provide support 'for his young and increasing Family', and in October was given an additional 500 acres (202 ha) as a grazing farm'.
On retirement from government service he devoted more attention to his manufacturing interests. In 1803 Wilshire, said to have been 'bred to the business in England', had established a tannery on Brickfield Hill which became the largest in the colony, and its operations continued until 1861. It employed between twenty and thirty hands in the 1820s, and produced all types of leather as well as soap, candles, glue and parchment. In 1815 and 1817 with Simeon Lord Wilshire petitioned the governor in vain for some protection for the leather industry. In 1826 he opened a slaughtering and victualling house at his wharf in Darling Harbour. By 1830 he was treating some 15,000 hides and skins a year at his tannery and was producing enough leather for the colony's needs, with a surplus of green hides for export to England.
Wilshire appears to have been well respected and a supporter of established authority. With many 'free and principal proprietors of landed property' he signed an address in support of Governor Bligh on 1 January 1808, and was named as one of Bligh's original fifteen witnesses for the trial of Colonel Johnston though he did not go to England for the court martial in 1811. He was also a signatory to the address in support of Governor Darling in July 1829.
In February 1805 he married Esther (1775-1836), daughter of Robert Pitt; she had come free to the colony in 1801, and through her mother, Mary Matcham, was a connexion of Lord Nelson. By this marriage there were six sons and five daughters, of whom two died young and the others survived Wilshire. His wife predeceased him in May 1836. On his death in Sydney in September 1840 his manufacturing interests were taken over by his sons James Robert (1809-1860) and Austin Forrest (1811-1889). James Robert Wilshire became the second mayor of Sydney in 1844 and was a member of the New South Wales Legislative Council in 1855-56 and 1858-61 and the Legislative Assembly in 1856-57. The eldest son of James Wilshire, William Pitt (1807-1889), married a sister of Sir John Robertson and achieved some success as an artist.
Historical Records of Australia, series 1, vols 4-7, 10, 14, 15; Votes and Proceedings (Legislative Assembly, New South Wales), 1862, 5, p 1158, 1865, 2, p 829; Sydney Gazette, 5 May 1804, 28 Mar 1812, 1 Feb 1826, 10 Sept 1840; Wilshire papers (State Library of New South Wales). [more].
Author: G. P. Walsh
Print Publication Details: G. P. Walsh, 'Wilshire, James (1771 - 1840)', Australian Dictionary of Biography, Volume 2, Melbourne University Press, 1967, pp 608-609.

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Leading global investment bank Morgan Stanley published a new report predicting the future of the U.S. dollar. The prediction comes at a time when BRICS is looking to dethrone the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency. Morgan Stanley weighed in on the threat from BRICS, CBDCs, Bitcoin, and stablecoins that are aiming to uproot the U.S. dollar’s hegemony. A handful of contenders, apart from BRICS, are in the race to cut ties with the U.S. dollar and make their currency supreme, said Morgan Stanley.
Also Read: Saudi Arabia To Decline BRICS Membership?
Read here to know how many sectors in the U.S. will be affected if BRICS stops using the dollar for trade. The move will hamper the U.S. dollar’s prospects leading to hyperinflation and job cuts in the homeland.
BRICS: Morgan Stanley Predicts U.S. Dollar’s Future Amid Global Scrutiny
The report from Morgan Stanley stressed that the U.S. dollar “is being increasingly scrutinized,” across the globe. From the BRICS bloc to ASEAN countries, developing nations are looking at alternatives to the U.S. dollar financial system.
“A clear shift towards reducing dollar-dependency is evident, simultaneously fueling interest in digital currencies such as Bitcoin, stablecoins, and CBDCs,” wrote Morgan Stanley’s analyst Andrew Peel, the bank’s Executive Director and Head of Digital Asset Markets in the report titled “Digital (De)Dollarization?”
Morgan Stanley explained that both China and the European Union are advancing their currencies as replacements for the U.S. dollar.
“China is advancing the Yuan in international trade. The European Union is actively working to bolster the Euro’s role in international trade, aiming to provide a viable alternative to the dollar,” he wrote.
“Notably, the recent growth in interest of digital assets such as bitcoin, growth of stablecoin volumes, and the promise of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), have the potential to significantly alter the currency landscape. The U.S. dollar’s dominance as the cornerstone of the international financial system is now being reconsidered in the face of evolving geopolitical shifts and the growing U.S. twin deficits,” he summed it up.
In conclusion, Morgan Stanley predicts the U.S. dollar will have to fight BRICS, CBDCs, Bitcoin, and stablecoins to stay relevant. This comes on the heels of BRICS spearheading the de-dollarization movement against the U.S. dollar.


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DIY Roasted Garlic
Roasted garlic has to be one of the easiest, versatile and most delicious things on the planet. Like I told my friend Amanda on Friday night, "It's like eating flavored butter without all the calories." If you've never tried it you are missing out, my friends. How can you use it? Let me count the ways. Literally.
1. Spread on warm bread or stirred with olive oil for dipping chunks of bread. *Sigh*
2. Pureed into dips. I know a lot of you out there are big fans of hummus! Also try it with soft cheeses, sauces and dressings.
3. As part of an appetizer tray. Set whole roasted heads out right along your cheese wedges, tomatoes, roasted peppers, crusty breads and crackers.
5. As a pizza topping.
6. Rubbed onto pizza crust, or bread toasted for bruschetta.
7. Added to mayonnaise. Divine.
8. Kneaded into homemade bread dough.
9. Mashed into potatoes.
10. Scrambled into eggs.
The best part about roasted garlic is how easy it is to make. A bit of oil and a sprinkle of salt and you're ready to go. It can be kept in the fridge for up to a week (if it lasts that long), and it can be frozen. One option is to puree it after roasting, and drop it into ice-cube trays, a tablespoon at a time. The other option is to freeze the cloves whole, but tossed with olive oil before popping them into plastic bags. You can always poor oil over the cloves in the bag, and later you'll have wonderful roasted garlic and garlic-infused olive oil.
The possibilities and uses are endless. And one can never have too much garlic! How would you use it?
Check out these directions at howtoroastgarlic.net. Doesn't get much easier than that, does it?

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A number of dogs were removed from a house in Belfair, Washington, after a desperate cry for help on Facebook proved to be a success, prompting an emergency rescue of all the people and dogs inside it! Dogs were not the only ones in need of a rescue, human inhabitants were living in the horrific conditions as well!
As County Detective Bill Adam said, the conditions in the come could barely be described in a single word – “filthy”.
The reason homeowners were the ones to reach out to Facebook for help, was that they were simply too ill and under equipped to handle such a large number of dogs at once. The person who reached out to call the 911 saw the Facebook post, and went to the address in order to help, but was left shocked and scared that no one answered the door.
After the emergency services arrived, they were startled to see 40 dogs in the house! Not long after, they realized that not only dogs needed help, but the couple, in their 60’s who were the ones to send the plea, were in very, very, bad condition themselves.
All the dogs have been given full medical checkups and treatment, and were placed in local shelters soon afterwards. The investigation was opened on this case, and the dogs will remain in the shelters until the end of it. If you thought of adopting one of them, they will be available for adoption soon after the case is closed.

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- Ronaldo’s Al Nassr Knocked Out of Saudi Super Cup
- Al Nassr Coach Garcia Says “It’s a Positive Addition when You have a Player like Ronaldo”
- Hockey World Cup: New Zealand Beat India, Host India Lost Hope of Winning This World Cup
- Argentine Farmer Grows 124-Acre Image of Lionel Messi to Celebrate World Cup Triumph
- FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022: Record-Breaking World Cup With 5.95 Billion Engagements
Hooliganism mar Ronaldo and Juventus’ Champions League preparations
- Updated: September 20, 2018
Juventus players, including Cristiano Ronaldo, were at the receiving end of an act of hooliganism when a rogue group set off firecrackers outside their team hotel.
The incident occurred ahead of the team's Champions League clash against Valencia on Wednesday, with the hoodlums attempting to disrupt the Juventus team's preparations.
'A group of people set off firecrackers and bangers outside the hotel at around three in the morning. They were also holding a banner insulting Juventus,' local government delegate Juan Carlos Fulgencio was quoted as saying by Reuters.
Fulgencio stressed that he was not at liberty to divulge information about arrests, but assured that Ronaldo and his teammates' security had been beefed up for the rest of their stay in Valencia.
'It was a small incident, a simple case of hooliganism,' he added.
Ronaldo, especially, will be looking to put the incident behind him as he aims to make a mark with his new club, with the Group H clash against Valencia being his immediate priority. The Portuguese, after struggling to find his feet in the early stages of Juventus’ Serie A campaign, came to life in Saturday’s game against Sassuolo, netting twice, and will be hoping that that kick-starts his season for the Old Lady.
Juventus, meanwhile, will need Ronaldo, the Champions League’s record goalscorer, to fire on all cylinders if they are to take that final step in Europe. They have been consistently able to reach the final stages of the competition and were defeated by the finalists in both 2015 and 2017.
It was against Real Madrid that Juventus had failed in their bid to win the European Cup last season, being on the receiving end of a Ronaldo wonder goal during their 3-0 loss to Los Blancos in their quarter-final first leg.

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