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Russian investigators are probing a take-off incident involving a Globus Boeing 737-800 which became airborne after apparently overrunning at Moscow Domodedovo.
Surveillance cameras captured the jet, with its nose up for rotation, on runway 32L as it departed for Simferopol on 5 August.
The images indicate the aircraft was either still on the ground or barely airborne as it travelled past the threshold for the opposite-direction runway 14R.
Moscow's interregional transport department of the federal Investigative Committee says a subsequent inspection of the runway after the "aviation event" revealed glass fragments from broken lighting.
It adds that checks are under way intended to establish "all the circumstances and causes" of the incident.
Russian news outlet Vesti states that the aircraft took off at 05:33. Based on this information, FlightGlobal has tentatively identified the 737-800 involved as VQ-BKV, which Cirium's Fleets Analyzer lists as a 2011 airframe.
The aircraft did not return to Domodedovo but proceeded to Simferopol.
Runway 32L is 3,500m in length but provisional FlightGlobal examination of publicly-available – but unverified – ground-surveillance data indicates the aircraft conducted a departure from around the A8 taxiway about 1,000m from the threshold. This has not been confirmed.
Globus is a division of S7 Group which includes the mainline carrier S7 Airlines.
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Ahead of his expected Monday nomination for Secretary of Defense, Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) endorsed Chuck Hagel for the cabinet position.
Reed said in a statement:
“Chuck Hagel will make an outstanding Secretary of Defense. He is highly qualified and his record of service to this country as a decorated combat veteran, successful CEO, senator, and statesman is extraordinary.
“Chuck is a man of uncommon independence and integrity. Chuck Hagel’s candor, judgment, and expertise will serve him well as our next Secretary of Defense.
“I fully support his confirmation.”
Reed also tweeted his thoughts:
Chuck Hagel is a man of uncommon independence & integrity. His candor, judgment, & expertise will serve him well as #SecDef.— Senator Jack Reed (@SenJackReed) January 7, 2013

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4 examples of knee-jerk reactions
Now that my children are all on Facebook I don’t punish them for misdeeds any more.
I just tag them on old family pictures of them pooping at the poolside etc.
Mwa ha ha.
But I was scolded by a friend named Kyra who said that the biggest cause of problems today was people handing out instant punishments / decisions without consulting trained negotiators like herself.
She gave this rather grandiose example: France and Iran negotiated a world-saving deal to halt nuclear proliferation last month but fell out over arrangements for the following celebratory meal. The Iranian president insisted on an alcohol-free dinner while the shocked leader of France flatly refused to eat without wine: it was cancelled.
“I would have simply moved the joint meal part of the ceremony to breakfast: problem solved, world saved,” Kyra said. Good point.
After talking to her, I saw knee-jerk reactions wherever I looked.
A reader sent me a report about a woman in the UK who found a text from her husband’s mistress on the phone he’d left behind.
So she SOLD THEIR HOUSE and moved out before he got home from his business trip, said the report from the Birmingham Mail newspaper.
Now you have to admit that that instant punishment was risky.
What if the “message from the mistress” had been a thoughtless, insensitive prank from the husband’s buddies, a fair possibility given that thoughtlessness and insensitivity have been proudly upheld as the defining attributes of the male sex since time immemorial? (See Caligula, Nero, Genghis Khan, Attila the Hun, Donald Trump, etc)
The following day, a worrying example came from China.
A reader sent me a news clip about a young woman who had an argument with her parents. She punished them by moving to an Internet café far away, where she stayed for 10 years.
I am so hiding that article from my children.
Ten uninterrupted years playing computer games would be their idea of heaven.
Maybe I’ll even lay off the embarrassing pooping pics for a while.
If they run off, the repercussions might be hard to explain.
WIFE: “Where are the kids?”
ME: “They’ve all moved to some Internet café in China. Mmm, nice and quiet, isn’t it?”
She probably would refuse to see the bright side. Women are awkward like that.
But the main reason to avoid knee-jerk reactions is those are the decisions you’ll regret them later. I’m sure the following conversation happens in many families these days.
DAD OF NEWBORN: “Darling, we’ve decided that we are going to keep you away from screen-based entertainment so that you can have a healthy, active childhood.”
DAD OF TWO-YEAR-OLD: “Darling, meet Mr Tablet Computer. You can call him ‘New Daddy’.”
Kyra the negotiator says that when are upset with someone, you should write down how you feel, fold up the paper, put it into a locked chest, and then use the chest to beat your enemy to death.
Okay, I made up the last bit, but in mitigation, I would just like to point out that I am male.


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- What is the purpose of theophylline?
- How quickly does theophylline work?
- Is theophylline still prescribed?
- Does theophylline lower blood pressure?
- What is the use of Etophylline theophylline?
- What foods contain theophylline?
- What is the brand name of theophylline?
- How does theophylline work in the body?
- Is theophylline and Deriphyllin same?
- Is theophylline a steroid?
- Does theophylline cause weight loss?
- Is theophylline used for COPD?
- Is theophylline discontinued?
- Is there a substitute for theophylline?
- Does theophylline increase heart rate?
What is the purpose of theophylline?
Theophylline is used to prevent and treat wheezing, shortness of breath, and chest tightness caused by asthma, chronic bronchitis, emphysema, and other lung diseases.
It relaxes and opens air passages in the lungs, making it easier to breathe..
How quickly does theophylline work?
This medication may be used alone or with an inhaled bronchodilator. How fast does this medication work? This medication works within 30 minutes.
Is theophylline still prescribed?
Theophylline is still one of the most widely prescribed drugs for the treatment of asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) worldwide, because it is inexpensive and widely available.
Does theophylline lower blood pressure?
Both theophylline and enprofylline lowered forearm arterial resistance without an increase in CI, LVEF, or cardiac inotropy, although enprofylline tended to cause a lower blood pressure and higher HR than did theophylline.
What is the use of Etophylline theophylline?
Theophylline is used to treat lung diseases such as asthma and COPD (bronchitis, emphysema). It must be used regularly to prevent wheezing and shortness of breath. This medication belongs to a class of drugs known as xanthines.
What foods contain theophylline?
Theophylline is found in black tea and to a lesser extent in green coffee, cocoa cotyledon and dried mate.
What is the brand name of theophylline?
Theophylline is available under the following different brand names: Theo 24, Theochron, Elixophyllin, aminophylline, and Uniphyl.
How does theophylline work in the body?
Theophylline works by opening the airways in your lungs. It does this by relaxing the muscles and decreasing the response to substances that cause your airways to constrict.
Is theophylline and Deriphyllin same?
Medical Description. Deriphyllin tablet is a combination of Etofylline and Theophylline. This tablet is used to treat lung and airway-related disorders such as asthma or Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Asthm.
Is theophylline a steroid?
It is not a steroid. “Theophylline relaxes the smooth muscles in your airways so they open up and can let air flow through them more easily,” says Asthma UK’s in-house GP Dr Andy Whittamore. When you take theophylline at home it’s usually as a tablet or capsule that lasts all day.
Does theophylline cause weight loss?
Common side effects of Theo-24 include mild nausea, loss of appetite, stomach pain, diarrhea, upset stomach, weight loss, restlessness, tremor, sleep problems (insomnia), headache, lightheadedness, dizziness, sweating, restlessness, nervousness, or irritability.
Is theophylline used for COPD?
Theophylline has been used in the treatment of chronic obstructive airway diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), for more than 70 years. It is still widely prescribed worldwide, because it is inexpensive.
Is theophylline discontinued?
Reason for the Shortage Major has discontinued theophylline extended-release tablets. Teva has had theophylline extended-release tablets temporarily unavailable for several years. Theophylline 24-hour extended-release presentations are available from Mylan, Rhodes, and Endo Pharmaceuticals.
Is there a substitute for theophylline?
Abstract: Doxofylline, which differs from theophylline in containing the dioxalane group at position 7, has comparable efficacy to theophylline in the treatment of respiratory diseases, but with an improved tolerability profile and a favorable risk-to-benefit ratio.
Does theophylline increase heart rate?
Heart rate was higher in the theophylline group than in the control group. Both pacemaker therapy and theophylline improved symptom scores after 3 months of treatment; however, a similar improvement was observed in the control group.

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What is Flurona? There has never been anything like it in the world. In Israel, corona and influenza were diagnosed in one person for the first time. Experts suspect that there could be more cases in the country.
Flurona: No matter if alpha, beta or omicron. There have been some corona variants since the beginning of the pandemic. But now a worrying case is making the rounds that has never before existed in this form anywhere in the world. In Israel, a pregnant woman contracted the coronavirus and the flu at the same time (“Flurona”) . But how dangerous is the double infection?
What is Flurona?
Flurona is NOT a new corona variant! Flurona simply describes the simultaneous illness of COVID-19 and the flu (Influenza, English: “flu”), respectively the simultaneous detection of SARS-CoV-2 (coronavirus) and flu viruses .
The term ” Flurona ” is circulating in various media. What is Flurona? What’s behind Flurona? Is Flurona a new corona variant that triggers the COVID-19 disease? Flurona is NOT a new corona variant!
Flurona is an artificial word
The term Flurona is a made-up word composed of the English “Flu” (English for flu) and Corona.
Flurona = flu + corona
First case of Flurona discovered in Israel
The first case with Flurona was discovered in Israel. As various media unanimously reported on December 31, 2021, the double infection was found in a hospital in the city of Petah Tikva (Israel) in a new mother..
Pregnant women infected with corona and influenza at the same time
The risk of a double infection has always been lurking in the background.
During a comprehensive examination, the doctors in Israel found that the young woman had been infected with both the coronavirus and the influenza. Experts gave the rare double infection the name “Flurona” – a combination of Corona and the word “flu” (English for flu). Fortunately, according to the hospital, the young mother has mild symptoms.
▶ However, it should not be forgotten that such a double infection harbors many pitfalls, especially for pregnant women and other risk groups, because both viral diseases put a strain on the respiratory system. However, the Israeli Ministry of Health has not yet carried out detailed investigations into the severity of the disease.
“Flurona”: Risk groups should also get vaccinated against influenza
The many corona measures ensure that most people now hardly come into contact with flu viruses. As a result, the flu season practically missed last year. Because of this, people also lack immune protection – unless they are vaccinated against influenza.
According to the Robert Koch Institute (RKI), risk groups, i.e. senior citizens, people with chronic illnesses as well as pregnant women and people in nursing homes, are particularly at risk. A double infection could even be life-threatening for these people. The Standing Vaccination Commission (Stiko) therefore advises people over the age of 60 * in particular to be vaccinated against both the flu and the coronavirus. A time interval between vaccinations is not necessary because the influenza vaccine is a so-called dead vaccine.
“Flurona”: double infection with corona and flu “somewhat more dangerous”
It is assumed, however, that there have already been other “Flurona” cases worldwide, although the patients have not been tested for both viruses.
“The double infection with Sars-Cov-2 and influenza viruses is by no means new and there have been reports of double infections since the beginning of the pandemic, first from China and then from many other affected countries”
A double infection is even “a little more dangerous” than “just” a corona disease. Basically, however, the Covid infection has more dangerous consequences for the body. While the flu causes fluid to accumulate in cells of the lungs, the coronavirus can damage the organ’s blood vessels.
Corona or flu? These are the differences
Cough, fever, headache … These can be signs of an influenza flu, but also a corona infection
In the first two to four days in particular, the symptoms are as good as the same.
Many Covid 19 sufferers have a fever – however, the body temperature rises more slowly than with the flu.
Pain in the limbs can occur in both cases – but more often with the flu
A dry, tickly cough without phlegm formation, on the other hand, is a more common sign of Covid-19
Again with influenza, with corona, sneezing is considered a symptom and thus speaks for a harmless cold
However, since many Covid 19 sufferers show different or milder symptoms, ultimately only a corona test brings clarity.
“Flurona” is already in Europe! Should Germany worry about winter?
Several cases of “Flurona” have been identified in Catalonia, a co-infection of Covid-19 and influenza which, according to the director of the Catalan Health Service (CatSalut), Gemma Craywinckel.
At the moment the Spanish see it as no more serious or complex than the previous Corona cases identified. Flurona cases are treated in the same way as individual cases of Covid-19.
The above information on Flurona is created and published online for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice and should not be relied on as health or personal advice.
Always seek the guidance of your doctor or other qualified health professional with any questions you may have regarding your health or a medical condition. Never disregard the advice of a medical professional, or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this Website.


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In the business world, there is a saying that “time is money”. And it especially applies to the transportation business. So our team have put together some handy hints and tips to prepare your business for its next truck or trailer purchase. If you are upgrading your new truck or adding to your existing fleet, the process needs to be quick, smooth and professional.
If you are thinking about a new purchase it is important to prepare early. Discuss it with your lender or broker as early as possible so they can get to work on finding you the best possible product. We would also suggest getting a pre-approval in place, as this will allow the Lender to assess your application prior to purchase. This has two benefits. Firstly, it significantly reduces the time to approval when you do purchase and secondly, provides you with the peace of mind the loan is going to be approved.
Who is purchasing the Asset?
It is important to determine who is purchasing the truck. Is it you individually, or a Partnership, Company or Trust structure?
Your business should have an ABN if you are a trading entity, and you may need to be GST registered if you are turning over more than $ 75,000.00 pa (discuss with your tax adviser). The entity purchasing the asset is responsible for the loan repayment. And in mostly all cases, Directors Guarantees will be required if applying under a Company or Company Trustee.
Are you a Start-up Business?
If you are new business starting up and have recently secured a contract, then a pre-approval and early discussion with your Broker or Lender is important. It is likely a copy of your work contract and a cash flow forecast will be required; however your broker will guide you through this.
At yesapproved.com.au we work with our clients, get to understand the business model and guide them through the purchase/finance process. A good broker should do this and be available to you after the loan has settled to answer any concerns you may have.
Low Doc and No Doc options
For more established businesses, a Low Doc or No Doc option may be a great alternative to providing the financial statements for the business. If your accountant has not yet prepared your most recent tax returns and financial statements, these may help you get the loan sooner.
A Low Doc loan is a self-declaration of your income, and limited verification is required. The lender may use alternative forms of verification such as bank statements and/or BAS statements.
A No Doc loan requires no verification of income and the lender base’s their assessment on the business profile and the asset being used as security.
What type of Loan?
The most popular business loan is a Chattel Mortgage. The Lender uses the truck you purchase as security for the loan, and when the loan is paid out the security is released. Ownership of the asset remains with the business, and you can choose loan terms up to 7 years. Other loan types are lease and rent-to-buy, although these are less commonly used facilities. Your accountant or tax adviser will recommend the right loan for your business, and this needs to be conveyed to your Banker or Broker.
Prepare the paperwork
Your Broker or Lender will request the necessary paperwork to begin the finance process. Information such as work contracts, cash flows and financial statements may be necessary; so gather this altogether as soon as possible iso they can move quickly on your application. Providing the correct information and quickly can help the broker expedite the process with the Lender.
Choose the right team
The Broker or Lender will prepare a submission to the Credit teams and the more information they have, the better. Part of a finance broker’s role is to convey your business model, to a Credit Officer who will then interpret that, get comfortable with it and (hopefully) approve it. Therefore it is important for your Broker or Lender to get to know your business. They will work with you and be part of your team of experts, to help you grow your business and provide the professional advice when required.
The team at yesapproved.com.au are available to answer any questions you may have about your truck finance. We specialise in helping small to medium businesses get on the road.
Disclaimer: The information is intended to be of a general nature only. We do not accept any legal responsibility for any loss incurred as a result of reliance upon it – please make your own enquiries.
Any advice contained in this document has been prepared without taking into account your particular objectives, financial situation or needs. For that reason, before acting on the advice, you should consider the appropriateness of the advice having regard to your own objectives, financial situation and needs.. For more personalised lending advice please contact our team online or on 08 9304 2010.

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Last Updated on October 16, 2023 at 1:32 am by Michael Bennington
The New York Yankees are among several MLB teams that are closely monitoring Cuban pitching star Yariel Rodriguez. The free-agent right-handed pitcher defected from Cuba in March this year and secured a release from the Chunichi Dragons in Nippon Professional Baseball last week.
Reports indicate that fifteen different clubs, including the Pirates, Giants, Reds, Rays, Athletics, Angels, Dodgers, Blue Jays, Twins, Astros, Padres, and Phillies, were present to scout the free agent during his workout on Tuesday, as confirmed by Francys Romero. The Cuban pitcher showcased an impressive performance.
Who is Yariel Rodriguez
The Cuban pitcher played in the Cuban National Series from 2015 to 2020 and showcased his pitching skills in Cuba before embarking on his journey to Japan. Rodríguez also represented Cuba in the 2023 World Baseball Classic.
The 26-year-old Cuban had attempted to secure an MLB contract in March of this year, but the Dragons asserted that their contract with him was still in effect. In March 2023, he defected and dedicated his time to training in the Dominican Republic.
In the 2022 season with the Dragons, the Cuban delivered impressive stats, recording a remarkable 1.15 ERA with 60 strikeouts across 54 2/3 innings of relief pitching. During this time, he managed to keep his opponents from hitting any home runs.
He, who was in the first year of a two-year contract, represented Cuba in the World Baseball Classic in March but did not return after the tournament. The Chunichi Dragons granted Yariel Rodriguez free agency on Friday, as the Cuban right-hander had not played the entire season and left the club without prior notice.
The Cuban defection
International media outlets reported on Rodriguez’s defection from Cuba and his intention to make a move to MLB this year. Nevertheless, Chunichi placed the Cuban on Nippon Professional Baseball’s restricted list, preventing him from signing with MLB.
Rodriguez secured 45 holds in 56 games and attained six wins as a reliever last year, which led to him receiving top recognition among Central League middle relievers.
Yariel Rodriguez played a crucial role for Cuba during the World Baseball Classic. Despite their quarterfinal loss to the United States, the Cuban side had a remarkable run, with Rodriguez’s outstanding performance out of the bullpen being a significant contributor.
Upon their return to Cuba following the tournament, pitcher Ivan Prieto became the first player to defect after the WBC. In March, Yariel Rodriguez followed him. Ivan Prieto chose to remain in the Dominican Republic after the team’s departure, while Yariel Rodriguez’s defection took place at a later time, leading him to the Dominican Republic, one of the world’s major baseball countries.
Yariel Rodriguez’s defection from Cuba is a notable instance of a player leaving their home country to play baseball elsewhere, often considered illegal by Cuban authorities. Historically, this was the primary method for Cuban players to join Major League Baseball. Notable players like Luis Robert and Jose Abreu also had to defect in order to pursue careers in the major leagues.
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Janice Stooksberry has joined Cadence Bank as senior vice president, senior private banker in the bank's wealth services office in downtown Houston.
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Rain-soaked Madagascar Again Threatened by Cyclone Giovanna
Rainfall data from NASA's TRMM satellite revealed that parts of Madagascar's east coast received over a foot (30 cm) of rainfall from Cyclone Giovanna's passage, and new satellite data shows Cyclone Giovanna re-strengthening and turning back toward southeastern Madagascar.
The Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) satellite, managed by both NASA and the Japanese Space Agency obtains rainfall rate data from space and acts like a flying rain gauge. That data is analyzed to determine how much rain falls from certain events. In a Multi-satellite Precipitation Analysis (TMPA) done at the NASA Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md. on Cyclone Giovanna's rainfall from February 8-15, 2012, the highest rainfall totals of over 250mm (~10 inches) fell in the coastal area east of Madagascar's capitol of Antananarivo. In that area people were flooded out of their homes and deaths have been reported.
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Please remember that this is a fun event which attracts riders of all abilities and all ages. Some will be taking part in their first ever massed start event. We hope to have a police lead for the first few miles which does include a couple of short sharp climbs coupled with steep descents on which care really needs to be taken.
At all times please adhere to the rules of the road, be very careful on descents and do not overtake unless and until it is safe to do so. Do not ride on the wrong side of the road.
There are several sections where Mountain Bike Riders are sharing the tracks and trails with other users such as pedestrians, dog walkers, children, other cyclists and horse riders. It is essential that our riders respect the other users and take care when approaching or passing. This is especially important in the following areas:
a. The Ridgeway and the Railway path. Both very popular with Horse riders and other Cyclists.
b. Coate Water. While our route is on the National Cycle network, it does not imply bike riders have exclusive use of the path. If the weather is good you can expect many families with young children to be in the vicinity, especially near the model railway.
The main route signage will be black and yellow Cycle Route signs and these will be used for the Mountain Bike routes and the road bike routes where they follow the Mountain Bikers. The road route will be signed with Macmillan signs which are Green arrows on a white background. To help you identify these we have now put hi viz bands on them.
Mountian Bike Route Signage
Road Route Signage
Please be aware of the places where the routes split and ensure you are following your chosen route. Should you wish to change course whilst on the route please tell the Marshal at the splits that you have done so or they will send you the “wrong” way according to the colour of your card.
The course splits are at:
1. Hodson: The road route turns left to follow the road to Chisledon. All Mountain Bike routes continue straight on into “Three Fields”.
2. Three Fields/Ridgeway: Short MTB course turns left: Long and Medium courses turn right.
3. Back of Barbury Castle: Long route continues straight on to Hackpen along Route 45 of NCN. Medium route turns left and left again to go in gate and up to barbury Castle and their refreshment stop.
4. Ogbourne St George. Riders on the Road routes and the long and Medium routes have come together at the bottom of Smeethes ridge. They split again in Ogbourne St George at the road under the A346. There is water at this point if needed.
a. Road Route goes straight on east towards Aldbourne.
b. Medium Route turns left and goes north on the railway path toward Chiseldon.
c. Long route goes under A346 then turns right to join the railway path after about 400metres. The long route then does a loop returning to Ogbourne St George and then turns right to go north on the railway path.
Cut Off Times
Riders on the long route must get to Ogbourne St George before 12.30. At 12.30 all riders on Mountain bikes will be sent north on the Railway path and all direction signs removed. NB we expect road riders to have reached this point by 10.45 so this is not an issue for them.
Riding in Chiseldon
Mountain Bike Riders should take care to follow the routes in Chiseldon Residential Area
Long Route Refreshment Point. This will be Old Eagle after 12 Miles. The police have asked that you do not leave your bikes on the road, but use the grassed area around the refreshment point to park your bike.
Medium Route Refreshment Point. This will at Barbury Castle. Please take care and do not park so as to cause an obstruction to anyone using the car park.
Refreshments at Croft
We provide free refreshments at the end of your ride. We also expect Ray’s Ice Cream to be there, so bring some cash.
Donations and Sponsorship
We hope that many of you will have managed to get sponsored. We appreciate, though, that with so many sponsorship events that one can’t keep asking. If you weren’t able to get sponsored perhaps you could make a small donation on the day. Collection tins will be around the refreshment areas.

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Flours from other whole grains, such as brown rice, kamut, quinoa, buckwheat, corn and spelt, can all be used to make high-fiber, heart-healthy pastas, which each has its own flavor and nutritional profile. Being precise in cooking whole-grain pastas is important, as the texture can change greatly if you accidentally undercook or overcook them. This is especially true when cooking gluten-free pastas, as they tend to fall apart a bit more because they lack the sturdy protein, gluten, which helps bind pasta.
Here's an introduction to some of the most common whole-grain pastas you can find at the supermarket.
Buckwheat is technically a grass, not a grain. It’s gluten-free, so is wonderful for people with celiac disease. Buckwheat seeds are ground into a dark flour, which is used to make this pasta, also called "soba noodles." The noodles are a dark brown-gray color and have a nutty flavor. Some companies add wheat flour to ground buckwheat when making pasta, so be sure to check the label if you’re trying to avoid gluten. They're often used in Asian cooking.
Couscous is a tiny, circular pasta from North Africa and the Middle East. It's becoming increasingly popular in America but is most often made with refined wheat flour. However, you can find whole-wheat couscous. Couscous is generally steamed or boiled in water and can be topped with stews, eaten plain, or flavored with various herbs and spices. It’s commonly stocked in the grains section of larger grocery stores.
Brown rice pasta
Made from ground whole brown rice, brown rice pasta is lighter in color than many whole-wheat varieties and mild in flavor. It is touted as having a smooth texture that is firm and is generally found in the gluten-free section of grocery stores or health food stores. It has to be cooked slightly longer than wheat pastas but can be used just as you would any other pasta in hot dishes, salads, soups, casseroles or other dishes.
Kamut is a type of whole wheat. It contains gluten but is usually tolerated by those allergic to the common, crossbred versions of wheat. It has a richer, almost buttery flavor and can be found in many shapes, such as penne, spaghetti and fusilli. Continued ›
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Although I had been to all the other Disney parks in the past, none of us had ever been to Animal Kingdom. It was really crowded, but we still got to see and do a lot. We tried out the new roller coaster, Expedition Everest, which was my favorite. Hayden enjoyed the petting zoo area and riding the train.
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Riding the Kilimanjaro Safari bus
Here's a crazy ostrich that blocked our path during the safari. He did not want to move!

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Formed in Toronto, Canada, the Downchild Blues Band is surpassed only by Rush in terms of name recognition within that citys musical firmament - and the Downchild Blues Band can boast of even greater longevity. Led by former pig farmer Donnie Walsh (harp, guitar), the group adopted their name from Sonny Boy Williamsons recording Mr Downchild, when they formed in June 1969. The original participants were Donnie Walsh on guitar, brother Rick Walsh on vocals and Jim Mine on bass. Their inspiration came from seeing Muddy Waters play live on stage. Their first sets were pass-the-hat affairs at the Grossman Tavern on Spadina Avenue in Toronto. The membership has remained fluid, with the roll-call of frontmen including Tony Flaim, John Witner and current incumbent Chuck Jackson. The present line-up also includes Mike Fonfara (keyboards), Jim Casson (drums), Gary Kendall (bass) and Pat Carey (saxophone). Estimates at the actual number of...


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Mary Patricia Burke Martin was born in Seattle, Washington on June 10, 1910 to Dr. Caleb Ellsworth Martin II and Miriam Gertrude (Carter) Martin.
Her father's father was also Dr. Caleb Ellsworth Martin from Ontario. Her mother's father was also a doctor; Dr. Robert M. Carter of Ontario. Mary also had three uncles who were medical doctors.
She was a student nurse at Fannie C. Paddock Memorial Hospital in Tacoma when she met her future husband, Niels Daniel Svinth, who was a patient. He had lost his left arm in a lumber mill accident. They had one child, Patricia Katherine Svinth, during their short marriage.
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Left Parties stage protest at WB Election Commission
Kolkata (West Bengal) [India] May 14 (ANI): The Left Parties on Monday staged protest outside the State Election Commission against the incidents of violence, during ongoing panchayat elections in the state. Members of Communist Party of India (Marxist) [CPI-M], Revolutionary Socialist Partyand other parties of the Left Front took part in the protest. Talking to media, CPI-M leader Biman Bose said, "Election has turned into a commotion because no rules were followed. Police could not strengthen the security. That is why we have come here to speak to the Election Commission to find a solution." The much-awaited West Bengal panchayat polls began at 7am on Monday. There are reports of violence from many parts of the state. As many as 20 people were injured in fresh clashes, which broke out between two groups here in Cooch Behar. A Trinamool Congress (TMC) worker Arif Gazi was shot dead in Kultali area of West Bengal's South 24 Parganas district. Meanwhile, five local journalists have also been injured during violence after booth capturing in West Bengal's Birpara town, allegedly by TMC workers. Earlier in the day, ballot papers were thrown in a pond after a fresh clash that broke out between TMC and Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in West Bengal's Murshidabad town following which the voting had been stopped for now. Clashes were also reported between BJP and Communist Party of India (Marxist) (CPI-M) workers in Durgapur. A BJP supporter was slapped by Ghosh at Cooch Behar's booth no. 8/12 in the presence of police. On the other hand, a TMC worker, Anarul Mita, suffered bullet injuries in an attack in Cooch Behar's Dinhata on late Sunday night, after which he was admitted to the hospital in a critical condition. The victim has alleged that BJP workers are behind the attack. On a related note, the voting, which began at 7 a.m. on Monday morning, will continue till 5 p.m. in 621 Zilla Parishads, 6157 panchayat samitis, and 31,827 gram panchayats. The counting will take place on May 17.
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Why is my Frizzle Sizzle not Curly?
If the leaves of the plant aren’t curling, it’s likely a sign that you’re overwatering. Once every seven to 10 days is all the water your ‘Frizzle Sizzle’ needs. Summertime is a dormant period for this plant, an adaptation that helps it survive the hot season in its native landscape of South Africa.
How big does a Frizzle Sizzle get?
Native to South Africa, Albuca Spiralis or also known as Frizzle Sizzle, is a bulb succulent that can grow up to 8-inches tall.
Is sizzle frizzle a succulent?
Albuca spiralis ‘Frizzle Sizzle’®: A bulb succulent with distinctive, corkscrew foliage that can be planted high in the soil with some of the bulb exposed. Its large, yellow green flowers emerge on robust stalks in spring and have a strong vanilla fragrance.
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle dying?
Frizzle Sizzles are underwatered when the soil is allowed to dry out. They need an evenly moist soil but will die if the water is not added frequently enough for this plant. This plant doesn’t like too much or too little water; it thrives when its water needs are regulated correctly.
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle plant drooping?
Frizzle Sizzle drooping is caused by a lack of enough water. Although the plant is a succulent, it is less drought-tolerant compared to other types of succulents. What is this? Water stress will cause the leaves to droop.
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle growing straight?
The fronds grow out curly when they get lots of light; they grow straight if not given enough light. Once the frond grows out, a curly one won’t straighten, and a straight one won’t curl. It will lose its leaves at the end of spring or early summer. When it goes dormant, put it in a shadier spot.
Should I trim my Frizzle Sizzle?
One of the best things about albuca spiralis: frizzle sizzle doesn’t need a lot of pruning! The major pruning you will need to do is to remove the flower stalks. You can wait until after the seeds have formed. If you’re not saving seed, remove them once the flowers fade.
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle straight?
Overwatering could be the reason why your Frizzle sizzle is dying. Frizzle sizzle leaves straighten out when the plant doesn’t get adequate sunlight. Albuca spiralis, commonly called the Corkscrew Albuca or Frizzle sizzle is an indoor plant with beautiful foliage. These plants are kept for their curly foliage.
Should I let my Frizzle Sizzle flower?
Keep in mind, when Albuca ‘Frizzle Sizzle’ sends up its flower stalks in spring, it often causes the tips of the leaves to brown. This is a natural occurrence. If you don’t want this to happen, simply remove the flower stalks as soon as they start to grow to prevent leaf tip browning.
Should I cut back my Frizzle Sizzle?
Stop watering in the summer, allow the leaves to die back, and remain with the bulb. Once the bulb regrows, the new leaves will have a spiral shape. If you, don’t want to risk your Frizzle Sizzle losing its curls, you can trim the flower bud when it appears.
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle drooping?
How to care for Frizzle Sizzle succulent?
The watering method is very important to keep your Frizzle Sizzle healthy. It should not sit on the water, and an excess amount of water should be avoided. The best way of watering is soak and dry method this succulent. Yet, the succulent should be controlled to avoid overwatering. This succulent type is a unique one that blooms in the spring.
What does a Frizzle Sizzle plant look like?
If cared properly, you may even see your frizzle sizzle producing quirky and dangling vibrant flowers. The nodding blooms of frizzle sizzle have a sweet smell of vanilla and butter. As a genus of 100 types of plants, frizzle sizzle (aka albuca spiralis) coils up from the bulb.
Does Frizzle Sizzle need a lot of Sun?
In the blooming season, frizzle sizzle grows scented yellow flowers. Not to mention, this unusual plant grows healthy under partial sunlight and require less watering than other plants. Being safe from pests or other diseases, Albuca spiralis is an ideal plant for your garden. Caring Tips for Frizzle Sizzle – Albuca Spiralis
Why is my Frizzle Sizzle not blooming?
Excess moisture in frizzle sizzle can cause its roots and bulb to rot. Also, too little watering can affect the foliage and flower production. When the plant goes dormant in summers, stop watering until you see new foliage popping up in winters. When to Fertilize Your Plant

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Outer Banks: Netflix released, this Wednesday (14), the official trailer for the 2nd season of Outer Banks. The teen drama and adventure series will get the new episodes on July 30th in streaming.
According to the official synopsis, the new year will feature the escape of John B. (Chase Stokes) and Sarah Cameron (Madelyn Cline) in the Bahamas and some character reunions.
The trailer also features the return of Kiara (Madison Bailey), Pope (Jonathan Daviss) and JJ (Rudy Pankow). Fans have even noticed that JJ appears to be seriously injured in one of the scenes.
Check out the full trailer below:
“The $400 million is still at stake, but will the discovery of a newly discovered secret bring the group together for a new mission?” reads an excerpt from the official Season 2 synopsis.
The series tells the story of a group of young people (The Pogues) who gather to search for a legendary treasure that has some connection with the disappearance of protagonist John B’s father.
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Food Lion Deals 8/6: Chicken, Lipton tea, Skippy & more!
Food Lion has a number of good buys starting Wednesday, 8/6 including chicken leg quarters, Lipton tea, Skippy peanut butter, Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats, Pop Tarts and cereal, Purex, ice cream & more! There is also a produce coupon in the weekly printable coupons!Posted — Updated
Food Lion has a number of good buys starting Wednesday, 8/6 including chicken leg quarters, Lipton tea, Skippy peanut butter, Kellogg's Rice Krispies Treats, Pop Tarts and cereal, Purex, ice cream & more! There is also a produce coupon in the weekly printable coupons! Please share any other deals you find!
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BOGO items ring up at half price so if you only buy 1, it rings at half price. You can use a coupon on each BOGO sale item.
You cannot use Food Lion store coupons and manufacturer's coupons on the same item. "Stacking" coupons like that is not allowed per the Food Lion coupon policy.
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Red onions, .99/lb
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Broccoli crowns, $1.49/lb
Grape tomatoes, pint, $1.99
Fresh Express or Dole slad mix, 9 – 12 oz, $2.50
Red potatoes, 5 lb bag, $3.29
Cripps pink lady apples, 3 lb bag, $3.49
Chicken leg quarters, 10 lb bag, .69/lb – good deal
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Oscar Mayer deli lunch meats, 16 oz package ,$4.99
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My essentials orange juice, 128 oz, $3.79
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Lipton Tea, family size bags, 24 count, $1.50 - .60/1 coupon from 7/27 RP = .90 (good price)
Total after .50 printable Cinnamon Toast Crunch coupon AND .50 SavingStar offer = $1.00
Ragu pasta sauce, 16 – 26 oz, $1.50 - .40/2 coupon from 7/27 RP = $1.30 each (my buy price is $1 or less for pasta sauce)
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Skippy peanut butter, 15 – 16.3 oz, $2 – 75/2 coupon from 8/3 SS = $1.62 each (good deal, although better deal at Harris Teeter with BOGO sale and coupon doubled through 8/5)
Cheez-It crackers, select, BOGO for $1.99 each
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But making those maps will take more than satellite data. It will require special software, and that’s where James Tilton, a computer engineer at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md., can help.
Tilton will apply and build on a software program he developed for another NASA project to help NASA’s Making Earth System data records for Use in Research Environments program, or MEaSUREs, map 3.7-billion acres of cropland worldwide.
“The idea of this project is to have an accurate cropland data set,” said Prasad Thenkabail, the principal investigator of the MEaSUREs project and a research geographer with the U.S. Geological Survey in Flagstaff, Ariz. “Ultimately, it will help provide a better accounting of water use, cropland productivity, and water productivity — all critical information for studying global food security.”
The first step in this five-year project is locating and mapping the fields. However, that can be a challenge in countries that have little, if any, data on what farmers grow, or in countries that refuse to provide accurate information on what is growing where. “The satellite platforms offer an opportunity to look at the entire world in a unique way,” Thenkabail said. “It has no bias.”
However, satellite data are made up of ones and zeros, and will have to be sorted to ultimately create the cropland maps. Tilton believes his software program, which identifies urban areas in Landsat’s 30-meter/32.8-yard, lower-resolution remote-sensing imagery, will help zero in on cropland, as well.
With satellite images at higher resolution, he has developed a program that identifies homogenous regions — areas like lakes, a block of buildings, or a field.
“The software itself doesn’t have any idea what it is,” Tilton said. “It’s just something that’s similar in the spectrum.”
This initial step identifies the ground-cover types of interest, using the high-resolution images from representative areas across the globe. Researchers use this to train a computer program, applying it to medium-resolution satellite images that cover a larger swath of ground—such as the 30-meter/32.8-yard Landsat images. At that resolution, the program will scan the globe, looking for specific wavelengths indicating cities, cropland, or other features.
“I anticipate that a lot of what’s developed for urban areas will be applicable, maybe with some minor modifications, to the new global croplands project,” Tilton said.
One cropland-identification tool he’s working on searches for edges or boundaries between different land-use areas that reflect different wavelength patterns. These could indicate agricultural field boundaries. In this program, the software would ignore gradual, subtle changes in neighboring pixels to look for more dramatic changes, resulting in a jigsaw-puzzle-like map of a region.
“If farmers have distinct fields, this should really help,” Tilton said. But because agricultural practices differ around the globe, he knows challenges will arise. “For different areas, we’ll change what we’re doing … That’ll be the experimental part.”
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NASA’s Harmonized Landsat and Sentinel-2 (HLS) project is a groundbreaking initiative that combines data from Landsats 8 & 9 with the European Space Agency’s Sentinel-2A & 2B satellites.


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I’m Gwen Outen with the VOA Special English Development Report.
Shigeru Ban is called the "paper architect." Mister Ban is an architect in Tokyo known for his designs of temporary shelters made of paper. Many of his designs, such as the "Paper Log House," are built with used cardboard tubes.
Mister Ban designed such houses for people in Kobe, Japan, after the nineteen ninety-five earthquake there. He also designed a community gathering place. More recently, his paper houses provided shelter for people in Turkey and India after earthquakes hit those countries.
Shigeru Ban also has worked with the United Nations to create housing for refugees in Rwanda. And he has established a non-governmental organization called the Volunteer Architects’ Network. Members design buildings for free to help deal with housing shortages and poor living conditions around the world.
In April, the University of Virginia honored Mister Ban. He received the Thomas Jefferson Medal in Architecture. The school recognized him for his humanitarian efforts, environmental concerns and creative use of building materials.
Shigeru Ban does not just work with paper. He also works with bamboo, wood and other materials. His next project is in Sri Lanka. The plan is to build one hundred houses for people who lost their homes in the tsunami waves last December. The houses will be built with locally made blocks formed from earth.
Mister Ban does not just design houses. One of his works is a temporary space with walls formed from one hundred forty-eighty shipping containers. These steel containers are normally used to transport goods. Huge paper tubes support a roof over the structure.
Shigeru Ban designed the space as a museum for a traveling art show by New York photographer Gregory Colbert. Mister Colbert wanted an unusual place to show his collection of large pictures of animals interacting with humans and nature. The show is called "Ashes and Snow"; the structure is the Nomadic Museum.
The Nomadic Museum is at Pier fifty-four in New York City until June sixth. Next stop is the Santa Monica Pier in Southern California. As the show travels, the shipping containers for the walls will be found locally. Organizers say additional stops are planned in the United States, Europe and Asia.
This VOA Special English Development Report was written by Jill Moss. Our reports are online at voaspecialenglish.com. I'm Gwen Outen.


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Oh, I had SUCH high hopes for using the Bundle Monster plate BM 220!
As soon as I got it, I couldn’t wait until winter to use it. I ended up making quite a mess instead of the cute little peppermint tips I kept dreaming up. haha!
I did a coat of white first, then put some red over it (Rimmel Rapid Ruby) and stamped with the Konad white, so that the red would show through the gaps. It just didn’t show up as cleanly as I thought it would. Then I tried to go back over the messed up spots with white. When I tried to clean up the smile line with the brush, the red started kind of bleeding out of the bottom too, so I finished it up with the white line.
It was still a mess so I thought putting a coat of the Sally Hansen Diamonds would help since its just clear glass fleck and might smooth it out a little?
Ugh, I hope to be able to do this again and have it look like a lot less of a mess. 🙂


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This week I ran a range of workshops for Ginger Cat for children aged between 4 and 12. From creating shadow puppets and ‘becoming’ the Very Hungry Caterpillar, to singing ‘The Lion Sleeps Tonight’ dressed as a rockstar porcupine (*considers whether to post a photo or not*), my job never fails to surprise me!
Continuing on the theatre note, Joe, Qin, Angel and I were lucky enough to get the chance to see We Live By The Sea, a production by UK based Patch of Blue theatre company. Whilst portraying many of the ups and downs of living with a relative who has autism, the piece proudly celebrated individuality. The live music and a simplistic set echoed the brave and powerful decision to strip the piece back to portray the raw emotions felt by each character. Although it was clear where the British audience members were sat during the performance, due to the chuckles in moments of light relief where Captain Birdseye’s Fish Fingers and the Arctic Monkeys were mentioned, the use of body language and facial expression ensured that no matter what level of English you had, the performance’s message could be understood by all. What a lovely evening seeing a brilliant piece of theatre and hearing the actors’ Yorkshire accents was a nice reminder of home.
Ok, fine! Here's a photo of me as a rockstar porcupine...
We experienced two different sides to Beijing this week. On Sunday we explored some of the Hutongs by bike (narrow alleyways in residential areas), and saw buildings which house up to 7 families. Whilst on our biking tour, we had a (not very successful) go at Jianzi 毽子, a sport played in the streets using what looks like a large handmade shuttlecock. As you can see, we need a bit of practice...
Yesterday was quite a contrasting experience as we went up 80 floors in lift (*gulp*) and looked down over the
skyscrapers and landmarks of Beijing. It was surreal going in a lift where your ears pop 3 times before you get to the top! Your legs tell you not to look down, but once you get over that, the view is incredible!
Other highlights this week have to include having pizza delivered to our boat which we had hired for an evening on Houhai Lake and participating in a spinning class at the local gym - taught completely in Mandarin!
New foods tried this week: White fungus and goji berry soup (not quite my cup of tea!), pickled jellyfish pieces (again, not something I’d choose over chicken), and a sweet taro pie (from McDonald’s - shhhh! Cooked in the same way as their apple pies in England, but rather strange as taro is a vegetable… Still, I couldn’t just have a cheeseburger and chips could I?!)


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For those having a tough time reintegrating into the labor force—for instance, after doing jail or prison time—the city is hosting a "second chance" job fair tomorrow. Keep in mind, though, anyone who might benefit can also attend—not just people with a prior criminal conviction.
The fair on Aug. 19 at the Tucson Convention Center's Apache Ballroom, is bringing together several local employers—such as Goodwill Southern Arizona, Jim Click and others (totaling more than 40)—to give people tips on how to overcome issues faced on their "reentry efforts," according to City Councilman Steve Kozachik's weekly newsletter.
"This is an issue of concern to the entire community. We talk about homelessness, unemployment, recidivism, and how all of that impacts Tucson," Kozachik says in the newsletter.
The Community Partnership of Southern Arizona
—which provides employment opportunities "for those overcoming a difficult past and establishing a prosperous future"—and Tucson Mayor Jonathan Rothschild are among those leading the efforts.
The job fair is happening from 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.


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The purpose of Link Up is to increase opportunities for people in communities to come together, get to know different people, participate and help each other. Through working with the community, Link Up aims to support local people to develop and deliver community groups and activities that reflect the community’s interests.
Several community groups have evolved through the Link Up programme at Crossroads. If you are involved with a group that would like support from Link Up, or if you have an idea for a local group or activity in Gorbals, please get in touch – we would love to hear from you
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Nowadays, there are so many products of game fish food in the market and you are wondering to choose a best one.You have searched for game fish food in many merchants, compared about products prices & reviews before deciding to buy them.
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- HIGHLY DIGESTIBLE – Our healthy and holistic dry dog food is highly digestible since there are no rendered meat meals, artificial ingredients, or preservatives
Value for money is the ultimate aim of every person out there. You want the best you can (Or better) for the bucks you pay. In terms of Game Fish Food, Halo Grain Natural Medley 10 Pound would be your best bet for getting a value for money. Launched Quite time Ago Halo Grain Natural Medley 10 Pound was the best-sold product and even today, the sales number speak.
Having such amazing features, all this is bundled up at a cost, which may seem high for few, but is actually very good if you compare its features. Our bet is Halo Grain Natural Medley 10 Pound would be the Best Game Fish Food for Money.
2. Wellness Natural Grain Free Whitefish 26 Pound
- Made in the USA using only the finest globally sourced ingredients, we prepare each of our diets in our own state of the art facility
- WHOLE BODY HEALTH: Supported by omega fatty acids, antioxidants, glucosamine, probiotics and taurine for a healthy heart
- we craft delicious natural recipes with wholesome, non GMO ingredients chosen for their nutritional benefits
- SAVORY FOOD DOGS LOVE: Wellness CORE is available in grain and grain free recipes, as well as limited ingredient diets for dogs with food sensitivities
- SUPPORTS HEALTHY SKIN AND COAT with guaranteed levels of omega fatty acids from ingredients such as flaxseed and salmon oil
- LEANER BODY MASS AND MUSCLE TONE: Wellness CORE dog food is made with a high concentration of protein from fresh meat ingredients
- ADVANCED NATURAL NUTRITION TO FUEL YOUR DOG’S BEST LIFE: Premium protein expertly balanced with nutrient rich superfoods for a complete and balanced dog food, with guaranteed levels of all the nutrients your dog needs to thrive and no fillers
If you are the sort of a person who doesn’t compromise on quality and is ready to shell a little extra then Wellness Natural Grain Free Whitefish 26 Pound is your choice. They say you either buy a quality product once or buy cheap products every day, the cost comes to same.
The new Wellness Natural Grain Free Whitefish 26 Pound comes with best Price. It is industry’s most trusted, most preferred and quality Game Fish Food and it considered as Gold Standard by many users as well as non-users.
If you are looking for a long-time investment with a quality Game Fish Food then don’t look beyond Wellness Natural Grain Free Whitefish 26 Pound. The product is featured, highlighted and appreciated in Reviews of Game Fish Food in 2020 and this has been backed by many users.
3. Blue Ridge Growth Formula Goldfish
- MADE IN THE USA – koi and goldfish fish food, premium all-season floating pellets and the same high-quality diet used by leading American Koi breeders at a fraction of the price
- 100% SATISFACTION GUARANTEE Blue Ridge Koi and Goldfish products are made in the USA by strict guidelines. We are 100% confident and stand behind the quality. We believe the quality of this food will improve the quality of your fish or your money back!
- PERFECT FOR KOI AND GOLDFISH 5 INCHES AND SMALLER This food provides a completely balanced nutritional diet that greatly enhances growth in all koi and goldfish
- A HEALTHY CHOICE Contains a special blend of vitamins and minerals that promotes resistance to stress and immunity to disease
- EASILY DIGESTED Floating pellets soften quickly for easy digestion, encourage healthy growth, and will not pollute the water
Going ahead with our list, we have something very specific to a specific audience. Yes, Blue Ridge Growth Formula Goldfish has a very selective audience with specific taste. It satisfies customer expectations (Given that your expectations don’t cross a limit) and it adds value for money but more importantly, it adds a style to the user which can be your fashion statement.
Blue Ridge Growth Formula Goldfish is definitely the must-buy for those who need a little of both quality and price efficiency and as per our analysis, Blue Ridge Growth Formula Goldfish easily gets the award of Best Game Fish Food Under 100$.
4. Canidae Stages Chicken Turkey Formula
- FLAVORS & TYPES: With 5 different varieties there’s a Canidae All Life Stages product that your dogs will love.
- WE MAKE PET FOOD SIMPLE: Canidae All Life Stages dog food uses simple, whole-food recipes made right here in our Texas facility. Because pet food shouldn’t be complicated.
- HEALTHPLUS SOLUTIONS IN EVERY BITE: Probiotics added to every kibble after cooking to support healthy digestion, antioxidants to support a healthy immune system, and omega 6 & 3 fatty acids to support beautiful skin and coat.
- OPTIMAL PROTEIN FOR ALL DOGS: All Life Stages is crafted from chicken, turkey, lamb, and fish meals providing an optimal level of nutrition for all breeds and sizes.
- CREATED WITHOUT ANY WHEAT, CORN, or SOY: There’s nothing questionable in a bowl of Canidae All Life Stages.
Canidae Stages Chicken Turkey Formula is a veteran in the market and has been here for a long time. It offers something of a unique feature which no other competitor offers.
Go for Canidae Stages Chicken Turkey Formula if you want to try out something of a fusion of new and classic. Fun & Interesting Fact about Game Fish Food is that even though Canidae Stages Chicken Turkey Formula is a veteran, the users are mostly younger generation. You can say fashion makes a turn after a century or so and things repeat.
- I am happy with this food and think the quality is good.
- Dogs love it and is a healthy product
- For several years, the only way our dogs would eat was if we mixed it with the canned beef chunks.
- I liked the packaging, figuring it couldn’t be any worse than what we’ve had.
- Great quality and fast delivery _ my golden retriever love it!
- Ordered in prime day my dogs love this food however when I dumped into there plastic storage bin a lot of the food was crushed,… Read More
- My high energy adult dog would not eat the $70 a bag food I was buying him so decided to try this brand when it was delivered h… Read More
- Got it for free and it is really good dog food!
5. Dripdrop Dehydration Electrolyte Watermelon Servings
- Great for hangover, illness, workout, travel & heat exhaustion recovery – prevent and recover faster from the common causes of dehydration with the dehydration solution meticulously formulated for fast absorption.
- Patented, Doctor created formula – born on a relief mission, DripDrop ORS was founded by a doctor and formulated with a patented mix of electrolytes & Glucose to deliver superior dehydration relief. Dripdrip ORS is the only source of our unique and patented formula. Also contains Potassium, Magnesium, zinc, and Vitamin C for maximum dehydration relief.
- ORS electrolyte powder – DripDrop is an ORS, a medically-recognized, optimal way to treat dehydration. As an ORS, DripDrop provides faster dehydration relief than sports and pediatric drinks, and it’s 99% less expensive than an IV.
- Tastes Great – DripDrop ORS’s 4 flavORS Taste fantastic and offer dehydration relief Fast without the bloated feeling commonly associated with other dehydration Solutions.
- 3x the electrolytes & ½ The sugar of sports drinks – Formulated to treat dehydration relief Fast without the sugar and stickiness of traditional sports drinks. Precise ratio of electrolytes and glucose activates the body’s sodium-glucose co-transport system.
Developed by a doctor on a mission trip to save lives, DripDrop ORS provides dehydration relief Fast. Dehydration is a concern for 75% of a Americans daily and is a prevalent medical condition that deserves an effective and convenient go-to solution. Proven worldwide in the most challenging circumstances, DripDrop has won early adoption by a broad spectrum of users including top hospitals and physicians, elite athletes, U.S. Special forces, humanitarian workers, pharmacists, and patients with chronic illness. DripDrop is a great-tasting solution available in 3 flavORS that, when mixed with water, Delivers 3x the electrolytes of sports drinks and 1/2 the sugar of sports drinks. The patented solution delivers better fluid retention because is based on oral rehydration Therapy (ort).
6. Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound
- High protein utilization helps fish produce less waste or ammonia, promoting clean and healthy water.
- Supports a healthy immune system, and help enhance color and growth.
- Superior pellet diet for cool water under 65 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Feed 2 or 3 times a day, only as much as they will eat in 5-10 minutes.
- Contains one (1) API POND COOL WATER FOOD Pond Fish Food 1.40-Pound Bag
Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound is a relatively new and late entrant in the market but surprisingly has surpassed beyond Dripdrop ORS – Patented Electrolyte Powder For Dehydration Relief Fast – For Heat Exhaustion, Hangover, Illness, Sweating &Amp; Travel Recovery, Variety Pack, 32 Count which have been in market longer than anyone. Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound brings you the best of the quality in the lowest possible cost. The Best feature of Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound is what has kept in the market.
It certainly makes appearance in Reviews of Game Fish Food in 2020 owing to its price penetration strategy in the market. If you own a Game Fish Food and it could be any of the high value Game Fish Food, chances are that would be much costlier than Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound. Api Pond Cool Water 1 40 Pound will have more than 50% of all its features.
7. Smteng Kitchen Shears，Multipurpose Scissors Cutting
- Safety clip lock and built-in spring，locking blades for safety
- Kitchen shears ideally structured for cutting poultry
- Strong, durable stainless steel blades，curved blades for better leverage
- Lightweight and balanced
- Ox horn design handle covered with non-slip abs plastic，handles that provide a comfortable grip
Smteng Kitchen Shears，Multipurpose Scissors Cutting is another one which falls under Game Fish Food for money. It is most regularly advertised product and we see ads of it almost everywhere. In the past, Smteng Kitchen Shears，Multipurpose Scissors Cutting ’s parent company decided to launch a new line of Game Fish Food and that is what has revived them. Smteng Kitchen Shears，Multipurpose Scissors Cutting has really upgraded itself to the current style and market changes and the best part of Smteng Kitchen Shears，Multipurpose Scissors Cutting is amazing features.
8. Kaytee Kois Choice Premium 3 Pound
Koi’s Choice formula is a highly digestible, floating food that is suitable for all seasons. It provides necessary animal and vegetable proteins, and essential nutrients required for excellent growth, color, health and longevity. KAYTEE Koi’s Choice formula is nutritionally complete, helps turn your backyard pond or aquarium into a haven for all your pond fish. Kaytee’s Koi’s Choice is for Koi, Goldfish and other pond fish.
- I am pleased with the freshness it is value for my money i will definitely buy again.
- Great price for the amount of product you receive.
- They seemed a bit hesitant at first but soon swam around eating like before; on the second round they were waiting there like t… Read More
- I feed the fish in a small pond behind my house and the price of the food has jumped in price by so many of the companies that offer it.
- I love the resealable packaging and great price.
- It is the most resonably priced but i checked the ingredients and it is just what the dr.
- They’ve been eating kaytee koi fish food for years.
- Convenient quantity at much better price than local pet stores
- I feed this to the fish in my lake, they all seem to like it just fine. Bass do not touch it but everything else does.
9. Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinking
Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinking is again a mid of quality and price. It offers limited features in this pricing. There is another variant of Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinking which falls into premium category but Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinkingis specifically targeted for mid-segment.
Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinking offers such a amazing features which makes it better than 70% of Game Fish Food available in the market today. Purina Aquamax Fingerling Starter Sinking was our personal favorite and was voted as most admired product in TOP 10 Best Game Fish Food to Buy in 2020 – TOP Picks. We hope it makes to that list again this year.
10. Tetra 16485 Vibrance Sticks Pound
- KOI POND NUTRITION: An ideal maintenance diet for your koi, ornamental goldfish and other outdoor fish species.
- SOFT STICKS: Floating sticks are easy for fish to eat and digest.
- CLEAR WATER: Feeding a high-quality, highly digestible food creates less waste for clearer water.
- DAILY DIET: Provides nutrition for energy, longevity and overall health.
- USAGE: Feed daily when water temperatures are above 50 degrees.
Last but not the least, if you haven’t liked any of the Game Fish Food yet, then Tetra 16485 Vibrance Sticks Pound is your choice. It is another one which is Best Game Fish Food Under 100$ and Game Fish Food comparison have showed it has ranked best in past based solely on its features. Tetra 16485 Vibrance Sticks Pound offers best features and although it does not have, Tetra 16485 Vibrance Sticks Pound’s feature is unbeatable. We would recommend you to go ahead with this if you want an all rounder Best Game Fish Food Under 100$
- Thanks for sending quality at a reasonable price.
- I am satisfied with this product, good price, fishes eating it: all good.
- We bought more expensive food that was supposed to be higher quality but the koi refused to eat it.
- I like the price and the amount you get.
- Was very expensive elsewhere great price here
- It is half the price anywhere else.
- I love the stay fresh zip close and the heavy quality packaging.
- It is packaged well and has a ziplock closer to keep it fresh.
- A bag this size will last me more than one summer, but i couldn’t beat the price!
- I ordered this for the first time based on the good reviews and price.
- I tried to buy a pack of fish food on amzon.
- Great deal my goldys love these food in the pond great buy last a long time
- We had a friend recommend this to us and we r very pleased with how it’s working out. We have about 40 koi in our pond and they… Read More
- it works so well that my family likes it very much


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Clay Porter at Kendal Mountain Festival
Mountainbike filming legend Clay Porter will be in the Kendal hood to talk about his unique insight into top level filmmaking and the characters behind his stunning films.
When: Friday 18th November Time: 20:00 - 22:30
Hit up www.mountainfest.co.uk for the full info.
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Bike Night is always a sell out event at KMF and year on year the content just gets more astounding and inspiring. This year we are excited to welcome the legendary bike filmmaker Clay Porter to Kendal.
We are also delighted to announce that our Bike Night 2011 presenting sponsors are SCOTT BIKES and GRIZEDALE MOUNTAIN BIKES
To top the bill we are equally chuffed to have Ed Oxley from Great Rock TV fame hosting the event. We have all come to respect Ed's passion and knowledge of our sport and as they say 'Believe the Beard' ! Ed will not only run proceedings in his inimitable way but will interview Clay and take questions from the audience.
Behind the scenes takes, new film footage plus insights into the skills and forays from travels far and wide makes this event unmissable. Clay’s fanbase is truly global and this is sure to be sell-out event!
There will surely be a great cross-section of bike enthusiasts to enjoy Clay's unique insight into top level filmmaking and the characters behind his stunning films.
All this plus the best in two-wheeled film from around the world and top tips from Ed Oxley make this one of this year's hot events!


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The original item was published from 7/30/2019 9:08:00 AM to 4/9/2020 1:00:05 AM.
Posted on: November 22, 2016
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Wind development has unquestionably brought increased economic prosperity to Gratiot County. Since 2012, over $500 million has been invested in Gratiot County, contributing to the tax base.


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Constantine (3*): 2 to 3 feet
at 7.55 a.m.:
Dog walkers, surf checkers, early morning sea swimmers and the odd morning stroller are enjoying a milder but damper morning down in the bay on this eve of Christmas Eve.
And there’s a bit of a wave to ride too beneath that blanket cloud of mizzle and very wet drizzle with a couple to three feet of bouncing, hesitant and lumpy waves shuffling beachweards.
The weather is forecast to brighten and the swell is predicted to build in size through the day but the wind is likely to freshen from the south west making for choppier conditions.
Harlyn should get good though!
Harlyn (2*): 1 to 2 feet
The breeze is offshore at Harlyn this morning, the grey sky weighing down on the foot or two of occasional smooth waves that are drifting through the high tide lineup.
The swell should pick up through the day, although the tide will be pulling back against that for a while and the wind is likely to settle into a steady sou’ westerly blow.
So we should be seeing something bigger, brighter and better by this afternoon.
Today’s Tide Times:
Low Tide: 14:02 (1.9m) High Tide: 19:56 (6.5m)
Surf Forecast for Christmas Eve 2021
Southerly winds are going to be blowing a thick, rolling swell our way on this mild but dampish Christmas Eve.
Harlyn will be the place to surf today, always a great social spot to be at Christmas anyway but with the added bonus of possibly really good surf too!
Surf Conditions for Christmas!
We might just be enjoying some exceptional surf through this Christmas period with Santa pushing a whole lot of surf our way and providing a few offshore breezes for some of the time too!
So Christmas Eve could just offer a few surprises with an expected solid six foot plus swell to be rolling our way and the breeze switching offshore, south easterly, through the afternoon.
Harlyn will be the more popular choice with the wind being offshore there all day.
Christmas Morning could well be quite magical with an expected four to six feet of solid swell meeting a steady south easterly breeze blowing offshore. Throw in a little blue sky and sunshine and we’ll all be thanking Santa this year!
The swell is likely to ease off only slowly through Boxing Day and into the start of Christmas Week, the breeze staying light and offshore throughout the extra Bank Holiday days.
Yep, it’s all looking good for a fabulous surfy Christmas!
Stay safe, stay happy, stay well and have yourself the merriest of Merry Christmases, wherever you are and whatever you’re doing!


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Nov/28 - 29, 2020 Gojinko Festival of Hofu Tenmangu Shrine (half-naked man festival)4.2
from 11/28 '20 to 11/28 '20
Hofu Tenmangu Shrine is a shrine located in Hofu of Yamaguchi Prefecture, dedicated to the god of academics, Sugawara no Michizane.
The Gojinko Festival of Hofu Tenmangu, also called Hadakanbo(half-naked man festival), is the largest event of Hofu Tenmangu held on November every year.
This is a 2-days wild festival with around 5,000 people overflowing the city who from the evening on pull giant wickerwork carriages and carry two portable shrines (Mikoshi) to a place closely related to the arrival of Sugawara no Michizane’s ship and Katsuma no Ura (the place where the sacred carriages are lodged during the festival). The procession goes back and forth between Hofu Tenmangu and Katsuma no Ura, which has a connection with the arrival of Michizane Sugawara's ship, while carrying two portable shrines.
The way down on the big stone stairways and the way upstairs on the way home are special highlights.
On the next day (26th) after noon the women’s portable shrine appears.
Date : November 28 - 29, 2020
Hours : Mikoshi Procession : Nov.28 18:00 - 21:00
- a 15-mins walk from JR Hofu Station of Sanyo Main Line
- take a bus for Amida Temple from Hofu Station and get off at Hofu Temnangu
-a 15-mins drive from Hofu-Nishi IC of Sanyo Expressway
-a 15-mins drive from Hofu-Higashi of Sanyo Expressway
*Please check the official website for the latest information. We can't answer any question about the article.
Airport/Sta.Hofu sta. (about 1.2km) Google Transit
We guide this spot.
5.03 weeks ago
Very pretty place I went by myself spontaneously and I was able to go to a few temples and shrines around the area in an evening.
5.0a week ago
This place is very good and peace environment.cool wind touches in the heart❤
5.0a year ago
Beautiful temple... You gotta to teman ggu, hofu city japan
5.0a year ago
This shrine is an excellent day trip with some great hiking trails behind it that are not the easiest though.
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Police today said they are probing a complaint that an Assistant Commissioner of Police and three constables allegedly stole Rs three crore from the strong room of the central crime branch.
"We are investigating the complaint that Rs three crore was missing from the strong room. There is a huge cash (demonetised currency notes) lying there. We are counting all of them," said Satish Kumar, joint police commissioner (CCB).
Police sources said there was about Rs 15 crore inthe strong room.
Deputy Commissioner of Police, Bengaluru central division, Dr Chandragupta, said they were looking for the ACP. "He is nottraceable at this moment," he said.
Besides the complaint on missing cash from the strong room, police sources said they are also looking into two other complaints that the ACP and constables had extorted a huge amount of money from a Tamil Nadu trader and a man from the city.
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The arbitrary arrest of the lawyer Yaremis Flores on November 7 was followed by two waves, one repressive, taken to the extreme by the regime against numerous activists of civil society, and the other, impressive and appreciated by us, of solidarity with the victims. Personally, what happened reaffirmed my vision of the fundamental challenge that we face as a country: the articulation of all of its parts in order to transition into a democracy in which the entire nation participates.
Visualizing and working in support of a transition towards democracy in the convoluted scenario in which we live is a process that implies, above all, political and intellectual maturity, honesty, and a high level of civic awareness. We need to understand that such dynamics would not involve just one axis, just one angle. It is impossible to imagine a transition that does not take into account Cubans in Cuba today who hold different points of view. And a transition without full participation of those Cubans outside the Island, who constitute an essential part of our nation, is also inconceivable. It is not possible to outline a transition without the workers, intellectuals, professionals and entrepreneurs both inside and outside the country.
To think that change in our country will happen magically, that in the blink of an eye we will generate a modern society, a state of rights, is too simple and deceitful a fantasy. We, the totalitarian regime’s opposition, have the duty and responsibility to show all segments of society the nature of the plural and inclusive country we are advocating and what we expect of democracy.
The strategy of the regime has always been the same. It has systematically tried to prevent by all possible means the growth of a civil society. Intimidation, repression, imprisonment, bleeding the country, generating mistrust within the opposition, creating internal conflict to undermine our work, “distracting” us so as to leave us little time to effectively advocate in society, is a strategy that has always borne fruit and should be dismantled now. We have to fix our ethics, our suppositions, our rhythm.
To responsibly work on a transition implies a true knowledge of the scenario confronting us in which are manifested the particularities of groups and individuals from a global perspective. To guarantee this range of interests and visions it is necessary they every Cuban enjoy his or her fundamental rights, thus the importance of the campaign “For Another Cuba” and our request for support from all Cubans and international public opinion.
Facing this peaceful citizen initiative, the government has responded by intensifying the repression and excessive use of violence, slamming the door on yet another civic proposal. Nevertheless, this violent scenario begins to profile factions in society; on the one hand there are those who, although inside the system, believe a prosperous nation is possible, one where political and ideological differences are part of everyday life, where respect and decency are paramount; on the other there is a rarefied segment, formed by mixed interests, cynicism, and low ethical morals, which tries, with its irresponsible and arrogant acts, to lead us down a bruised path at the hands of violence and brutality. It is time for Cubans to decide which side we are on, from which perspective we wish to advocate and act.
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December 5 2012


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See also: Marx
Chico Marx , of its true name Leonard Marx (March 22nd 1887 - October 11th 1961), the elder one of the 5 Marx Brothers, was a comic actor American Juif , but also a pianist, limited but effective, who will have even his own orchestra during the Swing will era .
It owed its diminutive with its reputation of seducer: in the beginning, the nickname of “ Chicko ” was indeed a short cut of chicken to drive out (i.e. hunter of pullets in slang of the time). A printer having one day retracted “K” by error, it is finally the orthography Chico which remained, but the pronunciation was always “ Chick-o ”. Those which were unaware of the origin of the diminutive tended to pronounce it “ Cheek-o ” (by lengthening the first syllable) what gave place has comic effects during broadcast radio of the Années 1940. Even in the Years 1950, Groucho intentionally used the bad pronunciation to make word games with the town of Chico.
On scene, Chico Marx always played the stereotyped character of an Italian by using an accent which it preserved in all films of the Marx Brothers. In addition to its role of Italian he plays of the piano, in a nonconventional way, in each film made with his brothers.
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Pilot escapes with minor injuries after emergency landing
A 78-year-old pilot has escaped with only minor injuries after executing an emergency landing in the early hours of this morning.
The man took off in his Ayres Thrush 600 aircraft at about 5am today, and shortly after take-off was forced to land the plane after it failed to maintain altitude. Before landing, the pilot released the load of fertiliser the crop duster was about to drop and landed in a paddock five kilometres out of Dalby, along the Bunya Highway shortly after.
The pilot evacuated the plane and walked to the highway, where he received a lift to the hospital. He escaped with only minor scratches to his hands and legs.
A spokesperson from the Australian Transport and Safety Bureau (ATSB) says that an investigation will not be necessary for this incident.
"The ATSB will not be investigating this incident," an ATSB spokesperson said.
The incident is also being investigated by Toowoomba Workplace Health and Safety.


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Amy ~ in Kansas
Looking for a Home
Hi! My name is Amy. I am seven years old…my birthday is December 03, 2001. I started my life out in a small puppymill in Missouri. I don't know how many puppies I had, as they were taken from me when they were very young. In June of 2008, my owner decided that she didn't want me and my relatives anymore so we were turned into a rescue organization. Somehow, Silky Terrier Rescue came to help and I went to live on a farm in Kansas.|
When I arrived I was very scared, but I had lots of my old friends around to keep me company. But soon they went to new homes and are now with their forever families. I was sad to see them leave me, but happy that they were finding a loving human to care for and love them.
Joe, my human, has lots of other Silky Terriers and I soon made new friends and found out some of the joys of life. First I had to go to the Doctors (I don't like shots, and they gave me one that made me go to sleep. When I woke up my tummy and teeth hurt, but it was soon forgotten.)
Joe and all the new Silkys taught me how to play in the grass and let the sun shine on my back. Soon I was running and barking at the big dogs just like everyone else. I also learned that cookies are a great treat when I'm being good, which I try to be all the time. I had never learned that you can't go to the bathroom when the feeling hits you. You're not supposed to go in the house. I learned to go out the doggie door…what fun it is to go outside whenever you want to! I sometimes still forget and do my business where I shouldn't, but everyone is very patient with me.
Now, I get to sleep on the bed with Joe and all the rest of the gang. Joe has to help me up and down (he calls it the elevator lift, whatever that is). I like to snuggle in a nice warm bed and dream of someday having a person of my very own. I wouldn't mind sharing them with another pooch or two, but sometimes this bed just gets too full. Although it has taken me a long time, I now can give Joe some puppy kisses and he just laughs and scratches my tummy. I have never walked on a leash but might be willing to try for the right someone. I still get scared of strange things but Joe just holds me and hugs me to his chest and then I feel like everything is ok.|
If you have a little extra room and lots of extra love to share with me, I would share my whole heart and soul with you.
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President of Uzbekistan visits the palace complex Nurillaboy in Khiva
Published: 15 October, 2017
President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev visited the palace complex Nurillaboy in Khiva.
According to historical information, the territory of this palace belonged to the local merchant Nurillabay. The ensemble performed the function of a residence for the reception of foreign guests.
During the previous trip of the head of state to the Khorezm region in January this year, the responsible persons were instructed to reconstruct this complex at the level of modern requirements.
According to the project, a restaurant, a reception house, a gallery, an amphitheater, an exhibition of artisans are built here.
The exposition includes, among others, historical photographs shot in Khorezm in the XIX-XX centuries, photos and films of the first Uzbek cameraman and photographer Khudoybergan Devonov. Visitors are greatly interested in exhibitions on the topics “Traditional handicraft of Khorezm: history and modernity”, “Modern art of Uzbekistan: melodies, images, interpretation”.