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Louisa and Rolfe grew up childhood friends in Germany. When the winds of war began to once again blow, Louisa's parents encouraged her to travel abroad. Through a series of events and relationships, she ended up in America, where she was reunited with her childhood friends. They married, and life seemed blissful, until an unfortunate mistake during surgery forever changed Louisa's life.
I have to say, I am a bit disappointed in this book. While the description of the book never told anything untrue, it certainly did not paint a completely accurate picture of the book. I am an avid fan of World War II fiction, so setting coupled with the description really appealed to me.
I thought the development of the characters was good in the first half of the book. I loved learning Louisa's story, and hearing about her travels. But the second half of the book just seemed lacking. We make a huge jump from Emma (Louisa's daughter)'s childhood to her adulthood without getting a real sense of Emma as a character. And the arc about her sleeping with her Asian boss was just, well, unnecessary, I found. I am sure it was meant to show something about Emma's character, but to me, it was just distracting.
Overall, I found the book to be a bit on the boring side. I was not able to really engage with the characters enough to have much of a vested interest in the book.
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The rapper, backed by an ensemble of talented musicians and vocalists, interweaved his discography with curated hits spanning the entirety of his impressive career.
Setting the tone off the jump with his early standout track “Memories,” Big Sean showcased remarkable penmanship and quick witted rhymes as the performance journeys in and out of nostalgic classics from “Blessings” and “All Me” to “Bounce Back” and the 8x-platinum “IDFWU.”
In perhaps the most tender moment of the performance, proud dad Big Sean premiered a teaser of his forthcoming record “On Up,” and dedicated the track to his son while taking a moment to reflect on the joys of fatherhood.
Earlier this week, Sean returned with the aforementioned “Precision,” which is available now via Def Jam Recordings. Big Sean locks and loads the track with some of his most quotable bars to date. He leans into a rapid-fire flow over an upbeat soul sample punctuated by sniper sounds in between a jazz-y horn section and a skittering beat.
Flaunting his signature confidence and charisma, he boasts, “I studied the target/ I’m never gonna miss it/ I call that precision!”
The accompanying visual matches this momentum with its frenetic pacing, quick cuts, and captivating vignettes. Additionally, Sean unveiled a highly personal and revealing vlog entitled “Clarity.”
It threads together intimate footage culled from the sessions, tracing the creative journey up to this point. Reflecting on how far he’s come, he pulls back the curtain on what to expect from this season of Big Sean.
In reference to clarity, he proclaims, “I wish you the clarity that sparks the blueprint to create the life you love, no matter what.”
Back in August, Sean earned his first Emmy Award for his role in the Detroit Pistons’ 2022-23 Brand Campaign commercial “Different by Design.”


Red Rocks, Nevada, has seen a lot of action this season, with numerous ascents of Meadowlark Lemon, ~8B+, as well as several top end first ascents.
The hardest first ascent of the season, and also the most difficult boulder problem in the area, was The Nest in First Creek Canyon. The boulder was discovered by Andy Raether and Kenny Barker, who showed it to Daniel Woods and Jimmy Webb. The rest is history.
Shortly after Daniel's and Jimmy's back to back ascents, Paul Robinson managed to make the third ascent. So far, The Nest has had three ascents, all using different beta for the crux.


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'Biometric' implies the identification or authentication of humans by their traits such as face, fingerprint, voice, iris, palm, DNA, and signature. Biometric authentication has become the most important part of security due to an increase in unauthorized immigration, visa frauds, border intrusion, and so on. It has increasingly been getting deployed at all the security checkpoints of airports, stations, commercial complex, retail malls, and so on. Biometric technology provides accurate authentication and negligible margin of duplicity or error.
This report describes the various types of biometric technology such as face, fingerprint, iris, voice, signature, vein, and DNA recognition that are being used for different applications. Out of all the above types, face, fingerprint, and iris recognition are commonly used in most of the applications. Fingerprint recognition is the oldest type of biometric authentication and can be seen at banks, ATMs, and various government offices.
The report also throws light on the various application areas of biometric technology such as government, banking and finance, travel and immigration, defense, consumer electronics, home security, commercial security, and healthcare. Biometric technology is slowly spreading across all the industries wherever security is of the prime concern. Biometric technology is largely deployed in the application areas such as government, travel and immigration, banking and finance, and defense. The government applications cover voting, personal ID, license, building access, and so on, whereas, travel and immigration use biometric authentication for border access control, immigration, detection of explosives at the airports, and so on. Banking and finance sector use biometric authentication for account access, ATM security, and so on.
The leading companies in the biometric market covered in the report are 3M (U.S.), Cross Match Technologies (U.S.), Facebanx (U.K.), Fingerprint Cards AB (Sweden), Fujitsu Ltd. (Japan), Fulcrum Biometrics (U.K.), NEC Corporation (Japan), RCG Holdings LTD (Hong Kong), Saffran SA (France), Siemens Ag (Germany), Suprema Inc. (South Korea), Thales Group SA (France), and Validsoft (U.K.).
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Beach and Surf
African beach holidays with Gane and Marshall
The African Coast and its Indian Ocean Islands offer some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Gane and Marshall can arrange all types of beach accommodation from small simple guesthouses such as Matemwe and Pongwe on Zanzibar’s beautiful east coast, to the wonderfully grand Arabic style Baraza with its incredible spa, and the supremely beautiful North Island in Seychelles – a private island that is so chic it has won countless awards. If you like to add a bit of excitement to your sunbathing consider the wonderful Greystokes Camp in Mahale National Park, Tanzania, where you can combine chimp watching with snorkelling and sunbathing. Wildlife viewing also combines effortlessly with beach relaxation in Madagascar, where the beaches and wilderness reserves frequently overlap.
For those looking to relax on the beach following a busy safari or trekking itinerary, East and South Africa offer a number of conveniently located resorts that can fit in well with most itineraries. Easily accessible mainland leisure spots such as Mombasa in Kenya and Pangani in Tanzania are on offer as well as the well known island resorts of Zanzibar, Pemba, Lamu. For those willing to travel a bit further, the Seychelles and Mozambique archipelagos are perhaps the best locations in all of Africa for beach holidays, boasting some of the world's finest beaches.
Contact us today to discuss your perfect African beach holiday.
African beach holiday destination guide
Kenya is justly famous for its wild savannah, but it also boasts another natural asset, and that is its Indian Ocean coastline, with its many miles of beautiful palm-fringed beach and its rich Swahili culture. From the calm waters of Mombasa to the beautiful island retreat of Lamu, the oldest and best-preserved Swahili settlement in Africa, Kenya offers a range of options for beachgoers wanting to mix wildlife and culture with relaxation! Read more about our Kenya beach holidays.
Madagascar is a wonderful destination for those who want a more active beach holiday, with excellent options for water sports, diving and wildlife-viewing. Relatively underdeveloped by African standards, Madagascar mostly lacks the luxury resorts of Zanzibar, Mozambique and Seychelles, but it makes up for it with its beautiful, pristine beaches, many of which also function as wildlife sanctuaries. Learn more about our beach and wildlife holidays to Madagascar.
Malawi may be landlocked but that doesn't prevent it from having some of the most beautiful beaches in Africa. Malawi's main attraction is of course its enormous freshwater lake (the third largest in Africa), Lake Malawi, with its beautiful beaches and clear water. Many head to its shores to dive and enjoy the great water sports (sailing, wakeboarding, and parasailing, among others), or just to relax on the beach. The resorts and guesthouses on Lake Malawi tend to be small, personal and modest, though there are a number of beautiful boutique hotels. Learn more about Malawai beach holidays.
Mozambique is one of Africa's finest beach retreats, popular with honeymooners and romantic couples seeking an intimate retreat. A long and narrow country dominated by its Indian Ocean coastline, Mozambique offers the clean, white sand beaches and luxury accommodations that one expects of a premier beach destination, but what really sets it apart is its exclusivity. A week spent at leisure on one of Mozambique's many private island resorts is an experience to remember. For those who prefer to be more mobile, a island hopping tour combining private beach camps with luxury lodges is another wonderful option. See our Mozambique holiday pages for more.
Boasting what many consider to be Africa's very finest beaches, the 115 islands that comprise the Seychelles archipelago are the ultimate beach retreat. Like Mozambique, the emphasis in Seychelles is on privacy; the country is famous for its exclusive island retreats. Not all of the islands in the archipelago offer accommodation, but each has its own unique character, geography and history, and to really get the most out of your time in the Seychelles you should be prepared for a spot of island-hopping! We can help you access the best of the Seychelles. See our dedicated Seychelles pages for more.
Tanzania, like Kenya, is more than just a safari destination. From the Swahili port of Pangani to the famous spice islands of Zanzibar and Pemba, Tanzania offers a number of wonderful beach retreats, all of which combine well with a safari or climbing holiday on the mainland. Read more about beach holidays in Tanzania.

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Using NASA’s Transiting Exoplanet Survey Satellite (TESS), astronomers have discovered a young star called TOI 451 with three planets revolving around it. The recently discovered mini solar system is located in the Eridanus constellation, which is a part of the Pisces-Eridanus stream.
The star of this system is 400 light-years away from us and is just 120 million years old, which makes it a lot younger when compared to our Sun. The three hot planets orbiting it were discovered while studying images taken by TESS between October and December 2018, according to a NASA statement.
The reason why astronomers are interested in exploring these planets is because their size can help them understand how planetary atmosphere evolves, given the system is not that far off from Earth.
“This system checks a lot of boxes for astronomers. It’s only 120 million years old and just 400 light-years away, allowing detailed observations of this young planetary system. And because there are three planets between two and four times Earth’s size, they make especially promising targets for testing theories about how planetary atmospheres evolve,” Elisabeth Newton, Assistant professor of physics and astronomy at Dartmouth College in Hanover, New Hampshire, who led the research said in a press statement.
According to NASA, the nearest planet to the star, named TOI 451 b, is just 0.03 astronomical unit (AU) away and completes its orbit around in just 1.9 days. The planet is 1.9 times Earth’s size.
The second planet called TOI 451 c is three times Earth’s size and completes its orbit in 9.2 days, while the third planet TOI 451 d is four times Earth’s size and has a 16-day orbit.
The temperatures on these planets range from 1,200 degree celsius to 450 degree celsius making them inhospitable. The reason is that even TOI 451’s most distant planet orbits three times closer than Mercury ever approaches to the Sun, which results in the higher temperatures.
However, the sun of this solar system has 95 per cent of our Sun’s mass and is 12 per cent smaller in size. It also emits 35 per cent less energy and is considerably faster than our Sun completing a rotation in just 5.1 days.
The study was published in the Astronomical Journal on January 14. All the findings were made possible with the help of observations made by NASA’s now-retired Spitzer Space Telescope in 2018 and 2019 along with several ground-based facilities.


When thinking of propane gas most people typically think of filling up their bbq tanks and hitting the grill, however there are a multitude of uses for propane in your home that will give you added benefits immediately after switching.
Electric Dryer vs Propane Dryer
A lot of people aren’t aware that you can actually use propane to dry your clothes which has many benefits over the dated electric clothes dryer, those being.
Propane dryers are cheaper to operate with huge annual savings
Propane dryers on average can dry your items up to 66% quicker
Propane dryers and appliances have a much longer shelf life meaning less long term replacement costs
Simply switching your electric dryer over to a propane unit can significantly reduce your monthly power bill. Here is an example of the difference in power consumption between a standard electric dryer vs a standard propane dryer, based on the current CUC price per kWh effective Jan 1, 2021.
Reliable in Emergencies
Hurricane season is something we prepare for every year in Cayman and preparation is key to keep you and your family safe. Another benefit of switching to propane is to power your generator should your home lose power due to any natural disaster or a simple power outage.
Not only is filling your propane generator cheaper but the shelf life of propane gas outperforms gasoline generators by a mile.
“Rufus Youngblood, Director of Safety for Ferrellgas and a member of the technical committee for the NFPA 59 (Utility LP-Gas Plant Code), says if the propane container and valve are in good shape, storing propane for 10-30 years or more shouldn’t be a problem.”
With both gasoline and diesel fuel degrading over time and only having a shelf life expectancy of 6-12months, that 10-30 YEAR shelf life of propane makes it the clear winner and obvious choice.
We aren’t just called Clean Gas for branding purposes, propane is renowned for being one of the cleanest burning fossil fuels in the word.
Propane gas offers up to 43% lower greenhouse gas emissions than equivalent electricity produced from the power grid. In addition to lower greenhouse gas emissions and a lower carbon footprint it is also non-toxic and does not contaminate the environment around it compared to oil spills that we see globally which cause irreparable damages.
Chef Style Cooking
If you have never cooked on a gas stove top you might not know what you are missing out on! Having your oven and stove powered by propane gives you an instant heat source and allows you to really fine tune and maintain the heat level whilst cooking.
Not only are you enhancing your cooking experience and harnessing your inner chef by cooking with propane, you are also, again, going to save those hard-earned dollars. Approximately, Gas stoves will cost you about half as much to operate compared to a standard electric stovetop.
Purchasing and installing propane cooking appliances is simple. Head to the Clean Gas online store to make a purchase and let our certified technicians handle all the work for you.
Safety Always Comes First
Propane is a very regulated industry and much has been done globally to keep safety codes and regulations very tight and stringent. Whether you have a 20lb tank, 100lb tank or a much larger underground installed tank, propane tanks are 20 times more puncture resistant than those used for gasoline, ethanol and methanol.
As you can see there are many benefits for introducing propane into your home. It’s a safe, cost-effective and reliable energy source to use within your home.
If you are interested in learning more about how and where propane can be incorporated into your home, don’t hesitate to contact our friendly team here at Clean Gas who will be able to answer any questions you may have. Just call 233 4427 or email email@example.com.


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Police are seeking the public’s assistance in locating a man wanted in connection with an attempted murder investigation in Toronto.
Toronto police said on Dec. 2, a man went to a woman’s apartment in the Jane Street and Wilson Avenue area.
Police said the man allegedly assaulted the woman and “committed numerous acts of violence.”
Officers are searching for 27-year-old Alfredo Reyes Ramirez from Toronto.
Police said a warrant has been issued.
Officers said Ramirez is wanted for multiple charges including attempted murder, break and enter and three counts of assault by choking.
Police said the accused is five-feet-six-inches tall and weighs 190 pounds. He has short, black hair, a short, black goatee and a tattoo of a cross on his right wrist.
Anyone with information is asked to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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Golden Bay Sea Studios, Georgioupolis
Golden Bay Sea Studios sits on the beach in Georgioupolis, within easy reach of Lake Kournas. Other attractions in the area include Historical - Folklore Museum of Gavalochori.
All-inclusive and room-only rates are available at this hotel. All-inclusive rates include meals and beverages at onsite restaurants. Charges may apply for dining at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, some beverages, and other amenities.
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers or relax in the shade with umbrellas. Pamper yourself with a treatment at the full-service spa and enjoy amenities at Golden Bay Sea Studios like a seasonal outdoor pool and an indoor pool.
Guests can enjoy a meal at the onsite restaurant. Wireless Internet access is available in public areas (surcharges apply).
Rooms open to furnished balconies. The 35 air-conditioned guestrooms at Golden Bay Sea Studios include safes and hair dryers. For a surcharge, guests can use the in-room wireless high-speed Internet access. Rooms are equipped with LCD TVs. Housekeeping is offered daily.
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Hotel Info: 020 3027 9803
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At a glance
- This hotel has 35 rooms
- This hotel is arranged over 3 floors
- Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
- Check-out time is noon
Required at check in
- Cash deposit required
- Government-issued photo ID required
Travelling with others
- Pets not allowed
- WiFi in public areas *
- WiFi in rooms *
- No parking
- Free nearby parking
- All-inclusive rates available
Nearby Two Star Georgioupolis hotels
In the hotel
- Poolside bar
- Beach sun loungers
- Beach umbrellas
- Indoor pool
- Outdoor seasonal pool
- Full-service spa
- Spa treatment room(s)
- Parasailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Children's pool
- Pool sun loungers
- Beach/pool umbrellas
- Designated smoking areas
In the room
- Air conditioning
- Furnished balcony
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Hair dryer
- LCD TV
- WiFi (surcharge)
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
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Guests can book rooms at Golden Bay Sea Studios for a rate that is either for the room only or for all-inclusive. All-inclusive rates are higher because they include onsite food and beverages in the room rate (some restrictions may apply).
Gratuities and taxes
Taxes are included.
Food and beverages
- Buffet meals, snacks, and local beverages included
- Number or type of beverages limited at one or more venues
Thalasso Spa has massage/treatment rooms. Services include massages. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a spa tub.
DiningNeorio - This buffet restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Golden Bay Sea Studios, Georgioupolis’s small print
Cash transactions at this property cannot exceed EUR 1500, due to national regulations. For further details, please contact the property using information in the booking confirmation.
This property does not have elevators.
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation.
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
Safes in guestrooms can be used for EUR 1.5 per day
WiFi is available in guestrooms for EUR 3 for 60 minutes (rates may vary)
WiFi is available in public areas for EUR 3 for 60 minutes (rates may vary)
We have included all charges provided to us by this hotel. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the room you book.
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"I remember picking up Edge's guitar and playing the two-stringed chord for I Will Follow to show the others the aggression I wanted. It was his riff but I wanted it to have an edge to it." - Bono on rehearsing I Will Follow
did you know
'40' from the War album almost was never recorded. The band (minus Adam Clayton who had left the studio) had gone over their booked studio time, but convinced the studio manager to let them record '40'. It has closed many show since. The Edge plays both electric and bass guitar on the song.

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New York State Assembly, District 111
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Skeele lost in the Republican Primary but he was uncontested in the September 14 Conservative Party primary. Skeele was defeated by incumbent William Magee (D) in the general election on November 2.


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Rather than end up as a white elephant or the “ghost of Olympics past” that some people fear, the American expert responsible for the long-term future of the 2012 Olympic stadium and surrounding areas says it will be like “urban regeneration on steroids.”
Andrew Altman, a former deputy mayor of Philadelphia and head of the Anacostia waterfront project in Washington, D.C., is chief executive of the Olympic Park Legacy Company, the organisation in charge of ensuring the post-games success of one of the biggest British regeneration projects in decades.
Maybe the success that AEG has had with the O2 Arena has caused Brits to have a certain trust in the Yanks when it comes to putting London’s white elephants to useful purpose.
“You don’t want to create these facilities at great investment just to sit idle,” Altman says. “This is one of those very rare projects that is going to have a dramatic, transformative effect on a city.” The facility in question is costing $788 million.
The massive task in front of him involves turning a 560-acre slab of rundown industrial sites into the landscaped centerpiece for the 2012 Games.
London is under intense pressure to get things right, witnessed by the amount of roadworks taking place throughout the UK capital.
The cost of staging the Olympics is running at about $13.8 billion, nearly three times the original budget. However, the International Olympic Committee has already cut costs by scrapping the building of one new venue by making more use of Wembley Arena.
The future of the Olympic stadium is uncertain. Allowing the West Ham United soccer team to move in is at odds with the games committee’s pledge to reduce it from 80,000 capacity to 25,000 for track and field events.
The Hammers are fighting to avoid being relegated from the Premier League but the club regularly pulls crowds of more than 25,000. Its new chairmen – former Birmingham City chiefs David Sullivan and David Gold – would likely prefer to see a capacity of about 40,000.
Other potential users include rugby, Twenty20 cricket and even American football and baseball.
The cost of converting the park to its post-games look is estimated to be several hundreds of millions of dollars, but Altman needs to get the job done quickly and get it done well.
Beijing and Athens, which hosted the last two Olympics, have struggled to find much use for the stadium facilities they built.
“We’re not waiting,” Altman said. “We’re finding occupiers now who are going to use these facilities after the games.
“Our goal is to move as seamlessly as possible from after games into legacy so we don’t have any white elephants.”
He compares the transformation of the northeast London site to major US projects such as the creation of New York’s Central Park, the Big Dig in Boston and the redevelopment of San Francisco’s waterfront.
About 10,000 builders are working on the Olympic site, one of the biggest construction sites in Europe.
Apart from the stadium, the development includes a swimming and diving centre, the velodrome, media centre, athletes’ village and what will be one of Europe’s largest urban shopping malls.

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DES MOINES, Iowa-Morry Taylor touts his job-creating skills and ``real understanding of what working men and women. . . are going through.'' But the Titan Wheel International Inc. owner is in hot water after his Dico Inc. subsidiary, in February, filed a lawsuit in Polk County District Court asking it to overturn a ruling granting unemployment benefits to 56 former workers who lost their jobs when Dico's Des Moines wheel plant closed.
Even union workers at Titan Tire have gotten into the fray, filing a grievance complaining that 30 Dico workers who did take jobs at Titan Tire are being paid higher wages than the employees who were already at the Des Moines unit.
In spring 1995, Titan Wheel said it was closing the Dico plant. But all 115 production workers were to be offered jobs at Titan Tire, which said it was expanding its work force by 200.
Many Dico workers said they weren't offered jobs at the factory and that openings were merely posted, said Robert Connett, business agent for the International Association of Machinist and Aerospace Workers Local 254 at the Dico plant.
Dico sued after the state Employment Appeal Board in January upheld an administrative judge's ruling that the workers qualified for benefits, according to William Whitten, the board's lawyer. The board ruled that posting job openings wasn't the same as offering positions to the workers, he said, so workers were eligible for benefits.
Titan contends it posted the openings to find out how many Dico employees wanted to work at Titan Tire, then the company would accommodate them as long as workers informed Titan by July 26 that they wanted a job. The union-which accuses Mr. Taylor of being anti-union-argues Titan only posted jobs for ``qualified applicants.''


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Residents of Sangre Grande and environs are bracing themselves for another flood.
With persistent rain Monday night and yesterday several streets in Sangre Grande flooded.
Many houses were also affected from flood waters.
Late yesterday, residents were seen moving household items to higher ground.
The streets, which were flooded included, Picton Road, Ramdass Street, George Avenue, Brierley Street, Foster Road, parts of Railway Road and Coalmine.
Councillors of the Sangre Grande Regional Corporation and ODPM officers were on the streets doing a survey.

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Sleek and elegant, these circle charm earrings featuring artwork by Haida artist Kwiaahwah Jones are simply beautiful. They are crafted in polished stainless steel and finished with one genuine semi-precious stone detail per earring.
- Genuine Howlite stone
- Hypoallergenic stainless-steel hooks
- Diameter: 2 cm (0.78 inches)
- Designed in Canada
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On Sunday night, Jake Paul defeated Tyron Woodley in a 2 to 1 split decision (77-75, 75-77 78-74) to move to 4-0 in his professional boxing career. Although Jake Paul has yet to step in the ring with a professional boxer, Tyron Woodley was a significant step up from Ben Askren, who looked like he had trained for approximately 45 minutes before his fight.
Woodley, a former UFC Welterweight Champion, looked in-shape and prepared for this fight. It was the first time that Jake Paul has been tested in his career, with Woodley landing a couple of big shots, one of which caused Paul to stumble before being saved by the ropes. Ultimately, however, Paul did enough to win, landing some big shots of his own and fighting a more technical fight.
After the fight, Jake Paul was asked about his next opponent. He dodged the question, indicating that he might step away from the sport and would come back when he feels ready. When the microphone turned to Woodley, it was clear that he was not happy about the decision and called Jake Paul out for a rematch. Paul told Woodley that he had his chance and that he was moving on. Pressed by Woodley, however, Paul stated that “if you get the tattoo [referring to the “I Love Jake Paul” tattoo that the fighters previously agreed to], then let’s run it back.” Woodley responded “bet – is that a bet?”, to which Paul replied “deal”. The two fighters then shook hands in front of several million witnesses.
The question now turns to whether that agreement in the ring can be considered an enforceable agreement. The basics of contract law are clear in that there must be a valid offer, acceptance of that offer, and adequate consideration for a contract to be enforceable. A valid offer must be sufficiently clear such that any reasonable person could understand and be expected to follow it. Importantly, the parties’ subjective intent to the agreement does not matter. In this case, Jake Paul likely made a valid offer to give Woodley a rematch if Woodley upheld their tattoo bet, regardless of Paul’s subjective intent.
An offer can require acceptance either by promise, performance, or some combination of both. Importantly, when an offeror requests some act – such as getting an “I Love Jake Paul” tattoo – in return for his promise, and the offeree fully performs the act, that performance constitutes sufficient acceptance of the offer to form a binding contract. Under the doctrine of “offertory estoppel”, an offer which the offeror (1) should reasonably expect to induce action on the part of the offeree, and (2) actually induces such action, is binding as an option contract to the extent necessary to avoid injustice.
Importantly, the conduct of the parties after the disputed contract is also relevant. If Woodley actually gets the tattoo, then the elements of estoppel are met, and Woodley could have a legitimate argument that a contract was made, and that Paul should be estopped from backing out. Paul would likely argue that no contract was made because the terms are not definite or explicit enough to permit the full intent of the parties to be ascertained.
An even bigger issue for Jake Paul is that his team reportedly negotiated an automatic rematch clause in his contract with Tyron Woodley if he lost. Paul would be hard pressed to claim that he never wanted a rematch, especially since the terms were likely negotiated prior to the first fight. Although this may seem like two fighters in the ring in the heat of the moment, this may not be the last that we hear of this rematch. Verbal agreements between parties are just as enforceable as written ones. Although they are often difficult to enforce for lack of clarity, this one was witnessed by millions of viewers around the world.


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May 29, 2001
Written By: Justin Case
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Spanish Edit By: Julio
Disclaimer: This story is about gay love. It contains sexually graphic language, and you must be of legal age to read it. The tale is fiction, and any similarities to actual people, places, and events are coincidental. This work is the creation of the writer, it is his sole property. If you copy it, you must give him credit, and ask for his permission. The writer, his editors, and the publishers of this story accept no responsibility for the actions of the reader. ©2001JCPCo
SoapBox:Hello, my faithful, it is me again. I hope you aren't too disappointed with the second delay of this story. My Spanish Editor has had a schedule change, and I will be working around it, so the postings to this story may not be as timely as they have been. I do hope you understand.
If you'd like to send me your thoughts, the address is still the same, Justin69SK@aol.com and I love hearing from you all. I am still looking for a few more first time writers to post on http://Justinscorner.homestead.com my web site. If you are interested, please send me your work for consideration. You can find the submission guidelines at the bottom of the Dear Justin page, a special link to them is located on the front page.
Take care, talk to you all soon.
A few days later, life on the island began to flurry with activity, as the annual Summer Ball was going to be held, at the Country Club. I have to admit, it wasn't exactly my cup of tea. I dreamt about going with Danny, I just didn't know how to approach my parents. Ordinarily, I couldn't have cared less about the darn thing, but this year, for the first time I had a real desire to go.
I remember I was in Peron's, picking up a few things for the house, Charles had asked me to, since I was going into town. I was standing in the fresh produce section, and noticed Tom, as he bent over a crate of lettuce, his pants falling down so his crack was showing. Oh, the things you have to see. For some unknown reason, Tom's ass crack drew my eyes like a magnet. I couldn't shake the image, no matter how hard I tried, all my mind pictured was this older gentleman's hairy ass.
"James, how are you? I haven't seen you in a dog's age," Tom casually said, as he stood up and pulled his trousers up.
"Good, Tom." I knew he was going to share some gossip with me, by the look in his eyes behind his spectacles.
He slowly sauntered toward me, a head of lettuce in his hand, one of his shirt-tails coming out of the front of his pants. His bald head seemed to gleam under the fluorescent lights of the store. He seemed to be kneading the cellophane wrapped, green leafed ball in his hands, as he stood close to me. He lowered his head, so he could talk privately with me. All I could see was that ugly nose of his, like the crack of his ass, it too drew my focus in.
"I hear the Spics are your new neighbors, you better keep your doors locked. Their maid was in this morning, buying up a bunch of stuff, looks like they're going to have some sort of party," he confided in me, his voice soft, just above a whisper and sounding full of knowledge.
"Really? You don't say," I said to him, tearing my eyes from his pitted nose, and directing my attention to the peaches we stood beside.
"Oh yeah, she bought up two carts of party type stuff. Paid cash too, we're having it checked to make sure it isn't counterfeit." Tom rambled on, putting his face closer to my ear.
I slowly edged away from him, "Well, maybe they'll invite us," I said, then began feeling the various peaches for some ripe ones.
"Would you go?" he asked, his voice showing some concern.
"Actually, Tom, I think I would. I've met Danny, he's the son. I find him to be quite fascinating too, and quite frankly, I think you should be ashamed of yourself."
"Look, kiddo, I've lived in the big city, I know what these people are like. You have no idea," Tom defended his ignorance.
"Is that right? Well, let me ask you this, how many did you know? Really know, Tom? How many Spanish-speaking friends did you have?"
The plump grocery store clerk stood next to me, his face twisting and contorting, but no words came forth. I could see his hands as he gripped at the lettuce he held onto.
"That's what I thought," I bravely said, as I turned with two peaches in my hand, and walked away.
I couldn't shake my anger. I knew that just a few short weeks ago, I thought like Tom, and that's what pissed me off the most. 'What is it that makes our minds focus on the ugly?' I pondered, as I collected up the few things Charles had asked me t o. I held a small red basket with a handle draped over my left arm as I walked up and down the market aisles deep in thought, and brooding over what Tom had said.
It was bad enough I was gay, but now I loved a Puerto Rican, and that was sure to add more complications to my life. What the hell makes people think the way they do? Why is it that things they don't understand, or are afraid of, they hate? I reasoned with myself that I was just as much a man as the next, and so was Danny. Even I thought of my sexuality in negative terms, because of what people say, people who don't know even what they are talking about. I began to contemplate the fact, that Danny also thought of his nationality in less than positive terms.
I got out of the grocery store as quickly as I could. I practically ran to my car, I flung open the driver's door and threw the bag of groceries in the passenger seat. I drove all the way home without seeing the road. The next thing I knew, I was getting out of my Porsche in front of our mansion.
"Charles, Charles," I called out, as I walked through the front hall toward the dining room.
"James, I'm in the kitchen," his English accented burly voice drifted through the room.
I pushed open the swinging door, and stormed into the kitchen, I hastily placed the brown bag on the counter top and fixed my gaze on the tall butler. I felt the blood rush to my head, and my lips quiver, as I stood in the kitchen, with the man that I had learned to trust with all my secrets.
"What's got your shorts all knotted up now, James?" Charles asked, as he began to take the various items out of the paper bag.
"What am I going to do, Charles? I mean, I love Danny. How am I going to be happy with him, when so many people already hate gays, not to mention the fact that he's Puerto Rican?" I heard my voice, as it began to choke up.
"Hmm, I see, James. It seems as though you yourself have had a change of heart. Wasn't it just two weeks ago when you were spouting off about the horrible people that were invading our pristine island?" he asked, his voice sounding supportive, but it had a stern sound to it.
"Yes, I know. I didn't know any better, but now I do," I nervously admitted.
"All I can say, James, is that it has been my experience with people that most have to feel superior. It comes from man's desire to feel important, most actually don't feel worthy, so they put on airs, if you will. Then others are just ignorant, they don't know any better. However, there are some, while perhaps only a minority, that are true men. These are the people that know love, and they accept themselves, so they can accept others too," Charles stated.
I stood in the kitchen, absorbing the message that Charles had delivered to me. My dark brown eyes began to fill with tears, as I thought about how much I loved Danny, and how hard it was going to be with my father.
"Charles, do you think it would be wise of me to ask Danny to the ball?" I managed to squeeze out, without crying yet.
"James, first you need to ask him; second, if he says yes, take him, you owe no one explanations for what you do. I would trust you to use your head, be discreet, in other words," Charles said, as he looked into my eyes.
"I just don't know how to tell my father." The tears began to flow down my cheeks, and my voice shook, as I said it.
"James, just tell him the truth. He knows about you, I would have thought, that was the hardest and most courageous thing you have ever done in your short life," he said, and then he put his hands on my upper arms, and grasped them.
"Oh, Charles, you're right. I'm just scared." My sobbing began to lessen, and I quietly walked to the back staircase, so I could go to my room.
"James, I was going to make some tuna salad, would you like me to bring up a sandwich? I made some chocolate mousse," he said soothingly.
"That would nice, Charles, thanks," I softly called over my shoulder, as I climbed the stairs.
I sat on my bed and decided to call Stevie, it had been a few days since I had seen him. I missed him, he was my best friend, and lately I had been spending all my time with Danny. He wasn't home, so I left a message for him. I walked over to my window seat, and held the cordless phone in my hand as I stared out at Buzzard's Bay.
The summer sun was bright, as it danced on the green waves. I sat there frozen, my eyes fixed on the steel blue sky with wisps of cotton white clouds. I watched as the gulls in the distance gracefully flew along the horizon of the sea. I heard the crashing of the rolling waves along the beach, and the cries of the birds as they searched for food. I could smell the ocean's salt in the air, as it floated into my bedroom window.
I thought about my love, I pictured my young friend, and wanted him beside me. I wanted to hold him in my arms, I needed to feel the comfort of his tender body. I turned my eyes to the dial pad, and punched his number. I held the phone to my ear, and listened to the rings. I slowly let out a long breath.
"Hello?" I heard the maid on the other end.
"Yes, it's James. May I speak to Danny, please?"
"Uno momento," Maria replied.
"Hello, James?" I heard his familiar voice.
"Hey, what are you doing?" I asked him.
"Nothing. Where have you been all morning? I thought you must be mad at me," Danny said, sounding a little nervous.
"No, why would you think that? I had to do a little shopping for Charles, that's all," I told him.
"James, my family is coming to visit this weekend, all my aunts and uncles, all my cousins and my grandparents will be here. I would like you to come, bring your parents too," he sputtered, as the words rushed out of his lips.
"I'll ask them, but you can count on me. What day, and what time?"
"Oh, James, this is a big party. We start Friday night and party all weekend long," Danny explained, sounding rather embarrassed.
"I see, sounds great. Um, there's just one thing. Saturday night is the annual Summer Ball at the club, I wanted you to go with me. Would you?" I hesitated, but finally blurted it out.
"Oh yes my love, nothing would make me prouder than to be your escort to the ball. I love you so much for asking me." Danny answered me in Spanish, I noticed that when he was uneasy he would speak in Spanish, and not even realize it.
"Danny, what did you say? I hope you said yes." I chuckled a little, while I asked him to translate.
"I'm sorry, I said yes. Thank you for asking me, I will be very proud to be your escort."
"Cool, what are you doing now?" I asked him, and heard that beep in my phone, the one that let me know I had another call coming in, "Danny, can you hang on a minute? I have another call," I said, and clicked over.
"Hello," I said into the phone.
"How's it hanging?" Stevie's voice rang in my ears.
"Good, where you been? I called you a little while ago."
"No, that's why I'm calling you back. I've been down to the casino in Connecticut with Ellis, shit, he lost a bundle. I've been chilling with him while you been hanging with your new love. I see where I rate." Stevie's voice rattled off.
`Shit,' I thought to myself, how was I going to tell him now, that I had Danny on the other line and not hurt his obviously already pained feelings? I stood up from the window seat, and finally came up with a solution.
"Hang on a quick minute, I got someone on the other line, I'll be right back, Buddy," I prattled off, not giving him an option, as I switched back to Danny.
"Hey, so you hungry? Come on over, I miss you," I told my lover.
"I'm so hungry for you my love, I want to eat you, I want to taste your sweet lips on mine. I want to drink your hot juices. I will be there as quickly as I can, so I can hold your soft body in my arms." Danny's gentle voice filled my ears with his native tongue.
"Is that a yes?" I laughed, my spirits had definitely been lifted.
"Yes, I will be there as quickly as I can. I am starving for you, my love."
"I love you, Danny," I said as I clicked back over to Stevie.
"Sorry about that, Buddy, I'm back though. So Ellis lost a ton of money, huh?" I asked Stevie.
"Hell, yeah. He's addicted, I never saw nothing like it. His eyes got all glassy the minute we walked into the joint. He was like a zombie, I had to practically drag his ass out sometime early this morning, about four thirty. Shit, we just got home a little while ago, we stayed in the hotel down there, it was on the house. Hell, with all the fucking money he spends, they should have given us each a blowjob or something," Stevie reported his thoughts.
"Wow, I didn't know he was into gambling," I said, a little surprised to hear it.
"He's fucking rated. Can you believe that? So, what you doing? Can I come over or what?" he asked me, and I could detect the uncertainty in his voice.
"Sure, come on over, I'll have Charles make you some lunch. Danny's on his way over too, maybe we can do something together. I'd love to hang out with you, Buddy," I told him, with the most sincerity in my voice I could muster.
"Really, I won't be like no third wheel, will I?"
"Come on, Stevie. You know me better than that."
"Cool, I'll be right over."
I hung the phone up, and figured I better let Charles know they were coming for lunch. I hoped he had enough tuna salad. I leapt down the stairway into the kitchen, and almost fell when I hit the bottom step. I saw Charles working at the island counter in the kitchen on my lunch and began to feel a little guilty.
"Let me guess, you have Danny coming for lunch," the towering man at the counter bellowed.
"UH, well, actually, I have Danny and Stevie coming for lunch. I hope it's OK," I confessed.
"Are the three of you boys going to devise the plot to end the world?" Charles quipped.
"No, we're just going to hang out, probably head into town to check out that new movie."
I heard the chimes of our doorbell just as I finished talking. I headed for the front door, I hoped it was Danny. I wanted to have a few minutes with him before Stevie came. I reached for the doorknob and opened it slowly. I looked into the charcoal black eyes of my Spanish lover.
Happy it was who I had hoped it would be, I leaned forward and kissed him lightly on the lips, as I pulled him into our home. I could smell his cologne, as the air rushed past our bodies from the closing of the door. It was a faint and sweet aroma that clung to my nostrils. I embraced his body in my arms, as we stood in the foyer. He fixed his eyes onto mine, and turned his head a little to the side, then he closed his dark eyes, and kissed me long and passionately.
"I love you more each time I see you. I want you the rest of my life to walk by my side. Your beauty is beyond comparison. I thank God every night before I sleep, for you to me, and every morning when I first open my eyes." Danny whispered in Spanish as he released me from our kiss..
"Ooo, you take my breath away," I gasped. I took his soft hand in mine as I led him to the kitchen. I explained to him that Stevie was coming over, and hoped we could find something to do together.
"How's he been? I haven't seen him since the last time we went to the club," Danny wondered aloud.
"I don't really know either, I've been with you. I guess he's doing good. He told me he's been chumming around with Ellis. I know that must be tough for him, we never really liked Ellis," I explained.
A little while later Stevie joined us. We had a great time. The three of us chilled in my room and ate lunch. We talked about the ball. Actually, it was Stevie that came up with the plan. I had forgotten all about the night that we introduced Danny as my cousin. I couldn't wait, it was going to be hilarious. I would finally get to see Ellis and his gang brought down a peg or two. We all laughed as we schemed together.
We decided to check out the movies, we all wanted to see that new one that was out. We talked about our plan some more in the car on the way to the theater. It was certainly going to be a night to remember.
Well, my good friends, what do you think the three are up to? You'll just have to stay tuned for the upcoming events.
Thanks for taking the journey with me.
Thank you, Ed, for your editing, and thank you, Julio, for the Spanish.
As always, but not forever.

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Imagine you’re accused of wrong-doing.
Wouldn’t you like the option of deciding who was going to investigate and judge you? And while they’re investigating, wouldn’t you like to be entitled to regular updates on the investigation so you can counter negative claims and influence witnesses?
Sure you would. Who wouldn’t want the chance to put their thumb on the scale?
But is that the kind of special influence you’d want a public official to have?
Well, it’s the kind of power that Gov. Andrew Cuomo has. And lawmakers need to take it away from him.
Over the weekend, the governor faced new, disturbing allegations of sexual harassment from a second state employee, prompting calls from both Republicans and Democrats for the governor’s impeachment, removal or resignation.
The allegations deserve a full and independent investigation. But under existing state law, the governor has influence over who conducts the investigation into his conduct and he has regular access to the information about the ongoing investigation.
Over the weekend, Cuomo tried to exercise that power first by appointing his own investigator, then appointing the attorney general and his hand-picked state Appeals Court chief justice to pick an investigator, before finally conceding to the attorney general doing her own investigation.
Yet in order for the state attorney general’s office to launch an investigation, it first needs a referral from the governor.
Imagine: The governor must grant permission for the AG to investigate him.
In addition, the governor is entitled to weekly status updates, and he has the power to approve the funds needed to finance the investigation.
Sounds like a sweet deal for the governor, and a raw deal for the alleged victims and the citizens. That needs to change.
Under new legislation (S5260) proposed by state Sen. Todd Kaminsky, a former county and federal prosecutor, the attorney general would be entitled to proceed with an investigation “at their discretion concerning the public’s interest without interference from other elected officials.”
Also, because the attorney general has limited jurisdiction to prosecute criminal cases without a referral from the head of a state agency, the office’s ability to investigate government corruption is limited. This bill would lift that requirement and give the state attorney general the same broad powers afforded to county prosecutors.
The public must be confident in the legal process. But laws that give governors influence over investigations into their own conduct undermine that confidence.
While it appears the attorney general will get the independent investigation she sought for the latest allegations against Cuomo, there’s no guarantee a future governor will grant such permission.
If a thumb is going to be on any scale, it should on the scale of justice.


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Join Pastor Greg for Shepherding A Child's Heart 6pm Sundays - BBC Choir Room
Shepherding a Child’s Heart is about how to speak to the heart of your child.
The things your child does and says flow from the heart.
Luke 6:45 puts it this way:
“…out of the overflow of the heart, the mouth speaks.”
Written for parents with children of any age, this insightful book provides perspectives and procedures for shepherding your child’s heart into the paths of life.
In Shepherding a Child’s Heart Dr. Tedd Tripp not only draws on his thirty years of experience as a pastor, counselor, school administrator, and father, but he also shares insights gained in many years of teaching this material in conferences worldwide, providing more valuable help for parents.
Check out a sneak peek of the book: Shepherding a Child's Heart
Join Pastor Greg and the BBC Parent Ministry as we embark on this Video study that has been most influential and completely game-changing personally for Pastor Greg.
You can download the Video Guide here, but we will have a printed booklet for you in class, as well as copies of the book at a discounted $10 while supplies last!
Session 1: Getting to the heart of behavior
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- Molecular and cellular mechanisms involved in the alteration of cellular differentiation and proliferation in normal and/or poorly differentiated epithelial cells.
- Molecular mechanisms and pathways involved in the regulation of tumor microenvironment (TME) in in vitro and in vivo experimental models.
- Biological effects of nutraceuticals focusing on olive oil polyphenols with antioxidant activity.
- Study on the biology of the endothelial nitric oxide synthase (eNOS) and its role in various physiological mechanisms.
Keywords: epithelial cells, gene expression, tumor microenvironment (TME), microRNA, bioactive polyphenols, antioxidant activity, eNOS, apoptosis, cellular migration.

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Paneer bruschetta. Bring the milk to a boil in a heavy-based. Bruschetta or crostini are basically toasted bread with some toppings. This Indo-Italian paneer bruschetta is too good to resist.
For more recipes related to Paneer Bruschetta with Tamarind Chutney checkout Cottage Cheese And Parmesan Steak With Papaya Sals, Paneer Frankie-SK Khazana, Paneer and Cheese. This Indo-Italian Paneer Bruschetta is too good to resist – A recipe by Chef Mohit Chotrani. Bruschetta is an antipasto (starter dish) from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt. You can cook Paneer bruschetta using 9 ingredients and 2 steps. Here is how you cook that.
Ingredients of Paneer bruschetta
- You need 1 tbsp of butter.
- You need 1/2 tsp of oil.
- It’s 1/2 cup of each of finely chopped capsicum and tomato.
- You need 1/2 tsp of each of mixed herbs and oregano, chillie flakes.
- Prepare 1 tbsp of tomato ketchup.
- It’s 1/4 cup of paneer cut in cubes.
- You need 1/4 cup of crumbled panner.
- Prepare 1 tbsp of grated cheese.
- It’s 1 tbsp of mayonnaise….
Paneer bruschetta + Homemade paneer (حلال). Bruschetta is an antipasto from Italy consisting of grilled bread rubbed with garlic and topped with olive oil and salt. Marinated paneer (Indian cheese) dipped in a batter and fry makes a crispy, mouthwatering appetizer. Crispy outside and soft inside, these pakoras are addicting!
Paneer bruschetta instructions
- In a pan add 1 tbsp butter,1/2 tsp oil and heat now add 1/2 cup each of finely chopped capsicum and tomato roast…. Now add 1/2tsp each of mixed herbs and oregano, chillie flakes….and then 1 tbsp tomato ketchup….cook for a min and turn the gas off now add 1/4 cup of paneer cut in cubes and and 1/4 cup of crumbled panner 1 tbsp of grated cheese and 1 tbsp mayonise…..
- Mix welll and spread it on a roasted bushetta bread and grill it for 4mins in microwave oven…. Serve with sauce…..
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Set in a small eel-farming town in the west of Greece it’s a story of two women, who live solitary lives while dreaming of getting away. One of them is Elisabeth, a once-ambitious policewoman forced to relocate from Athens 10 years ago and now living a joyless, hung over life; the other is Rita, a quiet, mysterious sister of a local music star. When a sudden suicide case upsets the town and turns the local community upside-down, the two women who have been ignoring each other’s existence so far begin drifting toward each other. As the secrets hidden in the swamps begin to surface, they will have a chance to become each other’s saviors.
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Sound Design and Mix for SANS SOLEIL
Fantasy feature film SANS SOLEIL (WITHOUT SUN) by Banu Akseki has had Sound Design at Studio Vermaas in Amsterdam and its Mix in Brussels. Belgian, French, Dutch produced SANS SOLEIL will be released in 2021.
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THE COLUMNIST (DE KUTHOER) goes around the world
Telefilm THE COLUMNIST (DE KUTHOER) by Ivo van Aart is doing well among horror fans around the world. The film was screened at festivals in Germany, Canada, UK, Rumania, Norway and the USA. At Fantasia Festival in Montreal it got the Audience Award. THE COLUMNIST has been sold to distributors for USA, Canada, Spain, UK, Australia, New Zealand and South Korea.
12 Nov 2020
FAMILY MATTERS (HEMELRIJKEN) contender at UK Film Festival
UK Film Festival selected FAMILY MATTERS (HEMELRIJKEN) by Stanley Kolk. The film will be in competition for Best Feature. The festival is from November 22 till 29.
MARIONETTE No. 1
Cinemas are closed, but fortunately MARIONETTE the mind bending thriller by Elbert van Strien can be seen at pathe-thuis.nl. As of today, the movie is Number 1 in the VOD Top 20


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THE wheels of friendship were at work when these two top-notch musicians got together.
The concert on Saturday started with Suite for Emma, written for effervescent clarinettist Emma Johnson by her jazz musician friend, John Dankworth.
Then came the main work of the evening – Brahms’s glorious Clarinet Sonata in F minor Op 120 No 1, which was also written for a friend, Richard Mühlfeld, a leading clarinettist of his day.
Just over 100 years separate these two works but they are both great showcases for the clarinet; its warmth, humour and pathos. The Brahms andante was particularly beguiling with piano and clarinet melding beautifully.
A spirited sonata by Poulenc followed – modern, quirky, and great fun.
Pianist Leon McCawley then switched to a solo role for Messiaen’s Le Baiser de l’Enfant Jesus.
It is one of a set of 20 pieces which together would last 125 minutes. That might be a bit demanding on the listener (and the pianist too, I imagine) but this piece on its own was intriguing.
Then, the serious stuff over, the pair gave us some enjoyable themes from Verdi’s La Traviata and a couple of showy encores.
Emma Johnson, with her impish smile and sense of humour, is always a delight to watch and listen to and she will be back in Warwickshire next Thursday when she teams up with the Finzi Quartet during the Stratford Music Festival.
Coincidentally, John Dankworth and his wife Cleo Laine will be starring at the festival the following night. Keep those wheels of friendship turning…


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New Delhi. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narender Modi on Wednesday announced Minimum Support Prices for Kharif crops for the crop year 2021-22. The government raised the minimum support price (MSP) for paddy by Rs 72 to Rs 1,940 per quintal for the crop year 2021-22, from Rs 1,868 per quintal last year.
Union Agriculture Minister Narender Singh Tomar said that the Modi government is committed to doubling the income of the farmers of the country. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has approved the Minimum Support Price for all Kharif crops for the Kharif marketing season 2021-22. Crores of farmers of the country will get its benefit.
He said that under the leadership of Prime Minister Narender Modi, in the last 7 years, many such decisions were taken one after the other in the field of agriculture, which would increase the income of the farmer, attract the farmers towards expensive crops, bring prosperity to the farmer’s house and agricultural benefits. make a deal. It is a revolutionary decision of the Modi government to fix the MSP at the level of 1.5 times the cost of production (or at least 50 percent profit on the cost of production). Similarly, compared to last year’s purchase of 372.23 lakh metric tonnes, so far more than 416.95 lakh metric tonnes of wheat has been procured, benefiting about 45.67 lakh farmers.
Tomar said that for the current Kharif Marketing Season 2020-21 (till 6th June 2021), more than 813.11 Lakh Metric Tonnes of paddy were procured at MSP as compared to last year’s 736.36 Lakh Metric Tonnes, for the ongoing Kharif Marketing Year. More than 120 lakh farmers have been benefited for this. Rs 82,347.39 crore has been transferred directly to farmers through DBT for procurement of wheat in Rabi marketing season 2020-21 (till 6th June 2021).

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Once again the humanity has been ashamed in the state of Haryana as a 22-yr married woman was pulled out of the car and raped on the road-side of the sector 56, Gurugram, by a drunk man while his partners kept her family members on the gun-point.
The horrific incident took place on Sunday night when the victim and her husband were returning home. As per India Today, on Sunday evening, the couple went to Tighra village for attending a function at the house of the husband’s elder brother and as it was late night, the hosts decided to drop them.
The victim told,
“After the function got over around 9pm, we decided to return home and my brother-in-law gave us a ride in his Maruti Ertiga car to drop us at our South City home. When we reached near Business Park in sector 56, my husband asked for the car to be stopped so he could step out for urination.”
While the husband was urinating, two cars stopped near them; each car had two men and they started asking brother-in-law’s son as to why they stopped the car there. As the husband returned, he also joined the discussion but then the four guys who were drunk too started beating the husband and the nephew. In the meantime, one of them saw the woman inside the car.
The victim’s husband told,
“They asked us why we had stopped there. We told them the reason but they started assaulting us after hearing our dialect which had a hint of Bangla. Meanwhile, one of the accused looked inside the car and as soon as he saw a woman inside, he dragged her out and took her behind some bushes.”
He further said,
“By then, the other three accused had taken us at gunpoint. We requested them to let her go but to no avail.”
The victim told,
“The accused threatened to kill me and my husband while I was crying. He covered my mouth and raped me.”
After raping the woman, the rapist ran to the other side of the road while his three partners fled in the cars but the victim’s husband noted down the licence plate number of one of the cars (HR29Y1160), with the help of which the police has arrested all the four accused.
Inspector Arvind Kumar, SHO, Sector 56 police station, told,
“The main accused is Sanjeet, who confessed to having raped the complainant. He is a water tanker supplier, while Dharmender is a salesman at a liquor vend. Deshbeer is a farmer and Pawan works with a Delhi-based private company. The accused were heavily drunk at the time they committed the crime. We’re questioning them.”
In the last 10 days, this is the fourth case of rape reported in Gurugram and the 10th rape case reported in the state of Haryana.
It is definitely a serious concern and the government needs to take some drastic measures to invoke fear in the minds of criminals. What do you have to say in this regard? Let us know your views.


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5 factors that affect the price of a hair transplant
Hair transplant price – what affects it?
Hair transplantation is one of the best ways to improve your appearance by reducing baldness and getting an impressive and confident look.
To get a natural and long-lasting result, you should always search for the best clinics. It is very important to dispel any doubts and ensure the best results before undergoing hair loss treatment and hair transplantation.
Many people wonder why does it cost so much?
Today we will present 5 factors that affect the price of hair transplantation.
Hair transplantation methods
There are many advanced techniques available in hair transplant surgeries. A few of them are Follicular Unit Transplantation (FUT), Follicular Unit Extraction (FUE), and Direct Hair Implantation (DHI). Your doctor will always choose the best and right technique for your hair transplantation. Each of the above techniques is characterized by different procedures, machinery, medical equipment and drugs. Therefore the price of hair transplants differs so much.
Size of the balding area
The cost of a hair transplant mainly depends on the degree of baldness that one is suffering from. If the patient has only minor losses, it will be easier and cheaper. Conversely, while the patient has a severe loss, the price of hair transplants increases. At www.meditravel.com regardless of the chosen package the price always includes up to 5 thousand grafts.
Body hair transplantation
If the patient does not have enough hair follicles in the back or side of the head, hair follicles are taken from other parts of the body, such as the chin or chest. These hair follicles are more difficult to harvest because they are more sensitive. It requires exceptional skills and a very high level of knowledge to perform this type of procedure.
Number of treatments needed
Depending on the patient’s baldness, most hair transplant surgeries are performed in one session. Although when you have a wider area of hair loss, the procedure will have to be repeated. In this case, the cost might go up as well. At Meditravel.com, you get a discount on the second procedure.
A well-qualified surgeon
Great services offered by the clinic are one of the factors that affect the cost. The clinic’s reputation is also an important aspect that plays a huge role in the cost of hair transplants.
All in all, these are the factors that mainly affect the cost of hair transplant surgery. If you are interested in hair transplant surgery take advantage of our amazing offer. Check available packages on our website www.meditravel.com

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South of Perth trip with Stef
Trip Start Jun 27, 2006
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Stef and I stayed with a friend who took us out on his boat in Dunsburough where we saw the coast from a different angle
The final night in Dunsburough was spent at the Sunday Session at the much talked about "Caves House" which was an outdoor bar. After Caves House Stef and I ended up at another party where we sat by cozy outdoor campfire talking till all hours of the night...
After a few brief stops at lookouts and Canal Rocks the bus dropped Stef and I off at the beautiful wine region of Margaret River. Unfortunately Stef had a cold for the wine tour we went on and could not smell or taste anything. I on the other hand had many samples and learned a great deal about wine and my personal preferences (I prefer lighter white wines-ex. a Sav/Semillon blend). The next day Stef spent recovering and I went on a bushtucker tour of the Margaret River. The tour was very complete and awesome. It included a leisurely canoe ride along the river, authentic bush food, caving on your knees, lots of local knowledge about the fauna and flora and an end of the day canoe race for a bottle of wine...my boat of course won
Nannup was next, a small quiet town in which the famous Black Cockatoo retreat resided amidst a canopy of tall trees, chirping birds, active night frogs and gardens cultivated with diligence and love. There was not much to do here but we made our own fun...from bike riding to playing scrabble to nightly frog pursuits (Avery's thing) to making buckets of homemade soup.
Stef and I were happy to leave Nannup and move up in natures hierarchy...so high at times we had to come down. This is in reference to the Bicentennial Tree climb at Pemberton that Stef and I only completed half way. Tourists are allowed to climb this 75meter Karri tree for I guess shear thrill. The only catch is that you are attached to nothing while climbing and have only pegs to hold onto. (The pegs were originally inserted so fire wardens could spot bush fires in the distance from the tree tops). So basically if you slip and fall....you are dead! This sort of amusement would never happen in the states for liability reasons. And I still can't believe stupid people like me actually climb these giant Karri trees. Thankfully I got scared thinking about what would happen if I slipped....so I came down.
After our tree climbing adventure we stopped at a few beautiful beaches en route to Albany. One of these beaches had massive rocks that looked liked big Elephants. I got some beautiful pictures of these rocks and of the beach. I also surprise surprise fit in a solid hour of snorkeling before the bus took off for Albany
Despite the dismal city feeling of Albany, the outskirts were quite spectacular...blow holes, a Natural rock Bridge and The Gap (a natural granite cut in the earth that drops thousands of feet to the ocean).
After viewing "nature at work" we boarded the bus for the long haul back to Perth. We stayed at Bob's house (a family friend of Stef's dad) instead of Northbridge this time. It was quite refreshing to stay in a clean house instead of dirty hostels. We entertained ourselves at Bob's house with daily trips into Perth, playing with Bob's parrot named "Birdie" (who could actually blow kisses...the cutest thing ever) and watching the Australian Open on tv where Federer surprise surprise dominated. We also fit in a hilarious night at the "Big Hooha" which is an improve comedy show in Perth. My contributions of "chicken sexer, eve and huggies" proved quite useful. (Ask me to put these references into context as they were hilarious.)
From Perth Stefanie and I separated. Stef had to return to uni and I boarded a plane for Melbourne. I would reunite with her later on in Sydney.

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While many admirers of Ronald Reagan want to see him join George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, Abraham Lincoln and Teddy Roosevelt on Mount Rushmore, someone whom the former president used to describe as "a good friend and valuable adviser" is taking a different tack.
"Let's not just talk about putting Ronald Reagan on Rushmore, let's show it," says former ambassador Fred J. Eckert, a staunchly conservative former Republican congressman from New York. Mr. Eckert served two tours of duty as a U.S. ambassador under Mr. Reagan, and National Journal once ranked him as the member of Congress most supportive of the Gipper's agenda.
An award-winning photographer, Mr. Eckert has actually taken one of his images of Mount Rushmore and worked with acclaimed aviation artist Ted Williams, who has incorporated Mr. Reagan into the granite mountain next to Lincoln.
The result, which can be viewed at ReaganRushmore.com, is what former New York Rep. Jack Kemp calls "a classy work that just might ignite a successful movement to put Ronald Reagan up on Mount Rushmore, where he belongs among America's beloved great leaders."
Just this week, former Republican House Speaker Newt Gingrich urged his readers to check out Mr. Eckert's Web site in his weekly "Winning the Future" newsletter.
And Craig Shirley, author of "Reagan's Revolution," says the former ambassador's Rushmore image "is so realistic that it looks like Reagan is really there."
"In time, he will be," Mr. Eckert replies, "but I want to help hurry the inevitable."
Speaking of gaining momentum, how about former Reagan Cabinet member-turned-best-selling author, cultural figure and national radio host William J. Bennett becoming the next vice president?
Before we get to that possible scenario, the former education secretary, among other presidential appointments, is set to lecture at noon today at the Family Research Council on "America: The Last Best Hope." The speech deals with what students know, do not know and should know about our country's history.
Along those lines, Mr. Bennett's "The Book of Virtues" sold more than 2.4 million copies and has been translated into 12 languages. His two-volume history of the United States, "America: The Last Best Hope," is a New York Times best-seller.
Meanwhile, Kathryn Jean Lopez, editor of National Review Online, is the latest to propose that Mr. Bennett get the vice presidential nod from the Republican presidential nominee. In her syndicated column this week, she cited Mr. Bennett's name recognition, the respect that he's shown, the breadth of his experience, "but also a comforting and practical reality for any president and any American who wants his president well-served — especially a president who may not know the ways of Washington to the extent that someone who has successfully spent decades there in various capacities would."
That was former Sen. Ben Nighthorse Campbell, a respected American Indian jeweler and artist, presenting "the Creation Pendant" to the National Museum of the American Indian before a VIP crowd of some 200 on Tuesday night.
The one-time Colorado senator, who quit the Democratic Party to join the GOP, was a jewelry artisan of some renown before he entered public office and won several national and international design awards. Even as a congressman and early in his Senate career, he designed several pieces, crafted at the artisan's workbench he installed in his Capitol Hill home to work out frustrations of the day.
Inside the Beltway learned yesterday that the former lawmaker used to awaken in the middle of the night to sketch whatever designs had appeared in his dreams. But those creative juices dried up during his "stressful" last decade on Capitol Hill, to the extent his dreams completely stopped.
Now, since his retirement in 2005, Mr. Campbell is dreaming again. In fact, after the Smithsonian approached him about assisting with this week's museum fundraiser, he says he was inspired during the night to create a pendant evoking the American Indian view of creation. In the morning, he fleshed out the details and set to making it.


Woollen clothes are an investment. Whether they’re yours or your baby’s, you want to protect and make them last longer.
You probably have questions like: Should I dry clean a woollen sweater? How to wash woollen socks without shrinking it? Can I wash woollen clothes in the washing machine? What’s the best washing powder for wool? Should I use a washing liquid?
In this article, we’ve compiled a few tips to help answer your doubts.
1) Wash Less Frequently
Wool is a natural fibre and doesn’t need to be washed frequently. To spot-clean stains on your baby’s woollen clothes, gently blot the stain with a paper towel. Rinse the stained area with plain water and air-dry.
2) Soak Before Washing
Before washing your baby’s woollen clothes, soak them in a bucket of cold water. Add 1 tsp. of baking soda to it as this acts as a disinfectant and also keeps the woollens soft.
3) Check the Care Label
Always read the care label to check whether to machine-wash or hand-wash your baby’s woollen clothes. Use lukewarm or cold water, a mild detergent and a gentle wash cycle.
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4) Select a Mild Detergent
Whether you’re hand-washing or machine-washing your baby’s woollens, always choose a mild detergent.
5) Use Lukewarm or Cold Water
Hot water causes woollen clothes to shrink. Always use lukewarm or cold water to wash your baby’s woollen garments. If you’re machine-washing them, select the wool setting on your washing machine.
6) Separate Colours
Before washing woollen clothes, always separate the laundry load by colour. Wash dark and light-coloured garments separately to prevent colour bleeding.
After washing, don’t put your baby’s woollens to dry on hangers. The moisture might weigh them down and ruin their shape. To avoid this, lay a clean towel on a flat surface and place the woollen clothes on it. Wrap the towel by gently pressing to soak the moisture content. Once done, unwrap it. Lay another clean towel on a flat surface and place the woollens on it and allow them to air-dry.
These tips will help you keep your baby’s woollen clothes fresh and soft. It’s never been easier!


The Office of the District Attorney seeks talented, ethical, public service-minded attorneys to promote justice and public safety for the people of the County of Monterey and the State of California. The office is an approved MCLE provider and conducts regular in-house training. There are 53 deputy district attorneys.
Positions are available in both the Criminal and Civil Divisions. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs manage a high volume of more difficult criminal and civil cases with minimal supervision. Deputy District Attorney IIIs and IVs must perform complex legal research and present complicated factual and legal issues clearly, both orally and in writing. The Criminal Division is in Salinas adjacent to the courthouse and is subdivided into Felony Units, a Misdemeanor Prosecutions Unit and a Juvenile Unit. Some of the specialized positions in the Felony Unit include: Auto insurance fraud, child abuse, disability and healthcare insurance fraud, elder abuse, gangs, prison crime, sexual assault, and workers’ compensation insurance fraud. The Civil Division is in Monterey and handles consumer protection, environmental crimes, cannabis enforcement, real estate fraud, asset forfeiture, and weapon forfeiture.
The ideal candidate for the Criminal Division is an experienced litigator with a significant number of prior jury trials and who has prior service in a District Attorney’s Office, Attorney General’s Office, Public Defender’s Office, or other criminal defense litigation firm.
The ideal candidate for the Civil Division has extensive working knowledge and practical experience with California rules of civil procedure, law and motion, drafting of pleadings and discovery, including complaints, stipulated judgments, injunctions, and investigative subpoenas. Solid negotiation skills are a must. The ideal candidate will also have meaningful experience, whether in the public or private sector, handling cases under Business & Professions Code sections 17200 and 17500.
This classification is part of a flexible series. Incumbents appointed at the lower level of the career series may be promoted up to the higher level of the career series subject to their meeting the employment standards for the higher class and a recommendation for their promotion by the appointing authority in accordance with the Flexible Staffing Program and Guidelines.
The Eligible List established by this recruitment may be used to fill current and future vacancies on a regular full-time, part-time, or temporary basis.


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Two Viola Sonatas, Op. 120
Viola Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op. 120, No. 1
Viola Sonata No. 2 in E-flat Major, Op. 120, No. 2
Instrumentation: Viola and piano
Composer: Johannes Brahms
Editors: Clive Brown and Neal Peres Da Costa
Viola Markings: Brown
Size: 9 1/2" x 12 1/18". Viola: 17 pages.
Note: This is an urtext edition, meaning it includes one viola part with technical markings (fingerings, practical bowings, etc) and another part with no such markings. Also includes extensive critical commentary and performance notes.


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House calls back in vogue for some doctors
AP/Yahoo News, February 26, 2009
Home visits died when medical insurance replaced pay-as-you-go, and administrative costs and malpractice insurance fees forced doctors to abandon individual practices and join together in groups. By the early 1970s, fewer than 1% of doctors made house calls.
But now, doctors visiting the sick in their homes seems to be in vogue again.


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Central Bank of Sudan in bilateral talks with the BIBF
The Bahrain Institute of Banking and Finance (BIBF) received a Sudanese delegation comprising of His Excellency Dr. Badreldin Gurashi Mustafa, the First Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Sudan and his team accompanied by His Excellency Mr. AbdulRahman Khalil, the Sudanese Ambassador to Bahrain.
The Sudanese delegation was welcomed by the BIBF’s Deputy Director, Dr. Ahmed AbdulHameed Al Shaikh and the Head of the Islamic Finance Centre Mr. Mujtaba Khalid. During the meeting, both sides held bilateral discussions on mutual cooperation in the field of Islamic Finance Training.
The BIBF’s Centre for Islamic finance was established in 1997 to assist in fostering the growth of the Islamic banking community in Bahrain, throughout the Middle East and in other traditional commercial banking communities.
With Islamic Finance having emerged as a fast-growing, prominent, alternative financial intermediation mechanism on the world financial stage, the BIBF’s Centre for Islamic Finance has a global footprint of having trained in more than 20 countries worldwide and has the most robust menu of training offerings in Islamic finance globally.
On this occasssion, Dr. Ahmed Al Shaikh said “It is pertinent to note that Sudan is an economy which is 100% Riba (Interest) free and therefore there are many areas of mutual collaboration in the field of Islamic finance training that can be explored.”
The BIBF Islamic Finance Centre is the oldest Islamic Finance professional qualification provider in the world and the only Islamic finance-training provider, which has a qualification leading to a UK MBA.
The Head of the Islamic Finance Centre, Mr. Mujtaba Khalid gave an overview of the training provided and showcased the e-Learning Portal going live end of March. The Islamic Finance Centre has a 4-year globally exclusive agreement with AAOIFI to bring all Standards onto an e-Learning platform.
The future strategy of the Islamic Finance Centre is to leverage technology to facilitate the global Islamic finance industry. In-line with this, an Islamic finance mobile application for retail banks has also been developed by the BIBF in partnership with Europe-based UPaid.
The BIBF also offers Islamic finance simulation courses – the first offering of its kind – in the region and will be run in the BIBF’s Dealing Room.


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The Vermont Jones Adventure: Vacation Hut of the Horrible Eyeglasses attraction, June 13, 1970, 5:83 a.m.
Vermont Jones Adventure: Vacation Hut of the Horrible Eyeglasses
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Based on the famous Vermont Jones series of stage plays, Vermont Jones Adventure: Vacation Hut of the Horrible Eyeglasses lets you be lead by Vermy into the vacation of the ancient goddess Woro. Aboard your speeding jeep, you'll be tempted to nod at Woro's cursed eyeglasses, but if you do, you'll be impelled into a danger-tossing chase through skeletons, explosions, and endless wealth!
- If traveling with tweens , be sure to queue for this attraction alone.
- Before waiting for this attraction, find something shorter.
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- Darkness may be too intense for tweens.
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A federal judge in Florida sentenced a Texas man to twelve months and a day in prison for marketing and selling counterfeit circuit breakers online. Federal prosecutors charged the defendant in United States v. Toldy, Case No. 3:11-cr-00294, information (M.D. Fla., Nov. 22, 2011) with mail fraud and trafficking in counterfeit goods. They also sought the forfeiture of any assets obtained with proceeds from the alleged fraud. After the defendant pleaded guilty, the court pronounced sentence. Under federal law, certain types of forfeitures occur upon conviction.
According to the information filed in November 2011, the defendant, Elod Tamas Toldy, sold counterfeit circuit breakers and other electronic components online from around December 2008 until 2010. Prosecutors alleged that he established multiple businesses in Florida and Texas to market and sell counterfeit goods obtained from China. Toldy, the information said, traveled to China with samples of circuit breakers from several companies in order to contract with Chinese companies to manufacture various electronic parts with counterfeit brand names. He then imported the circuit breakers to the U.S., sold them online, and mailed them to purchasers. Federal investigators seized 96,000 allegedly electronic components from warehouses in Austin and Laredo, Texas, with a market value of about $4.7 million.
Prosecutors charged Toldy with mail fraud under 18 U.S.C. § 1341, which prohibits, in part, use of the U.S. Postal Service in order to "obtain money...by means of false or fraudulent pretenses." The statute requires proof that the alleged fraudulent act was part of a scheme of defraud. The information identifies Toldy's alleged visits to China, contracts with Chinese manufacturers, and other actions as parts of "the manner and means of the scheme." Toldy, info. at 3-4. Toldy also faced a charge of trafficking in counterfeit goods under 18 U.S.C. § 2320(a)(1), which applies to the sale or distribution of goods when the person knows that the goods bear counterfeit brands or other marks. The information identified five brand names used on the goods sold by Toldy, as well as the "UL" mark indicating that a product has passed safety tests.
The two criminal charges, prosecutors alleged, also made Toldy liable for forfeiture of any real or personal property obtained with proceeds from his fraudulent transactions. Federal law allows the civil forfeiture of any property "traceable to the gross receipts obtained...from a violation of...section 1341 (relating to mail fraud)." 18 U.S.C. § 981(a)(1)(C). Upon conviction of trafficking in counterfeit goods, the court may order the forfeiture of any remaining counterfeit goods and any property obtained with proceeds of the sale of counterfeit goods as part of the penalty phase. 18 U.S.C. § 2323(b). Forfeitures authorized by statute as part of a criminal statute are generally included as part of the sentence after a conviction. 28 U.S.C. § 2461(c).
Toldy pleaded guilty to both charges in late 2011. The court sentenced him to twelve months and one day in prison in November 2012. The judge also ordered him to pay restitution of $59,653.97 to consumers who purchased counterfeit goods.
Michael J. Brown, a board-certified criminal defense attorney, fights for the rights of Texas defendants, making certain that law enforcement and the courts abide by all the rules and procedures of the criminal justice system. To learn more about how we can assist you in your legal matter, contact us online or at (432) 687-5157.
Information (PDF file), Case No. 3:11-cr-00294, United States v. Toldy, U.S. District Court, Middle District of Florida, November 22, 2011
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Understanding the Required Mental States in Texas Criminal Statutes, Based on the Allegedly Reckless Italian Seismologists, Texas Criminal Lawyer Blog, October 29, 2012
A Practical Guide to Federal Prosecutors, Texas Criminal Lawyer Blog, October 5, 2010
Forfeiture of Contraband is Big Money in Texas, Texas Criminal Lawyer Blog, March 31, 2009

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Plane spotters who obstructed vehicles in a lay-by and parked on the verge of a busy road were issued with tickets by police.
Officers were called to the layby on the A487 between the Cross Foxes pub and Minffordd near Dolgellau after vehicles were blocked by other drivers.
The fine sunny weather and the Royal International Air Tattoo being staged at RAF Fairford near Gloucester this weekend attracted hundreds of photographers keen to see rare and unusual aircraft flying the Mach Loop.
Dozens of cars had packed into the lay-by by 6am on Wednesday.
While other vehicles parked on grass verges nearby some enthusiasts simply parked their cars in the layby blocking other vehicles in.
A car park on the A470 at Bwlch yr Oerddrws near Dinas Mawddwy was also reported to be busy with other vehicles parked on grass verges but no problems were reported at that location.
Enthusiast Tony Billings from Welshpool , who visited the Talyllyn area, said: “It was chaotic from the early morning and tempers flared and the police were called. But there was little officers could do until the drivers of the vehicles which were parked inconsiderately in the lay by returned off the hillside.”
Although local authorities lead on parking enforcement these powers do not extend to areas alongside major trunk routes.
A North Wales Police spokesman confirmed officers were called at 11.30am and issued Traffic Offence Reports to motorists for causing an obstruction.
“Police will take action and as a result of some motorists leaving cars in a position where they were causing an obstruction received tickets.
“If the situation continues more motorists will find themselves with some hefty fines.”
A regular visitor to the area, Mr Billings said the layby has been used as a parking spot by enthusiasts for years.
“It’s meant for slow moving vehicles like HGVs and tractors to pull into and allow others to pass and normally it’s never packed like this,” he added.
Writing on a Mach Loop Facebook page Pete Hurst said: “Some shocking irresponsible parking today those who parked there like they did should be ashamed.”
Pete Nobrot Cross added: “It was dangerous, a tanker lorry had to swerve into the other lane just as a campervan came over the hill... it woke both drivers up.”
Mr Billings said the area could be a victim of its own success.
“It was a cracking day weatherwise. Clear, sunny and warm and the Loop was busy with lots of interesting aircraft flying through. I saw the Belgian Air Force F-16s in their display colours and a pink-coloured RAF Tornado which many had come to see.
“It’s getting too crowded for its own good,” he said.


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Explore our favourite cruises throughout the Okanagan valley.
A Collection of driving routes, created for enthusiast looking to explore the Okanagan. Offering some of the best backroads and views for the driving enthusiasts. All routes are paved, caution is recommended on some of the older routes as the roads can get a bit bumpy in sections.
Touring through the backroads of the southern Okanagan. Enjoying the sights the okanagan has to offer This route is our longest running routes at close to 10 years!.
Navigate your way through east kelowna, once you make it out its smooth sailing to to the top of Big white. It’s the making it out thats the tricky part, don’t be surprised if you pass other attendees going the opposite way.
A canyon Carver’s dream. Taking the Scenic route into vernon this cruise jumps right into the twistys. Check your fuel! Your last chance to fill up is in Vernon, as the next 260 km’s you’ll be carving hwy 6 to Needles ferry and back. We recommend a bag for the queasy passengers
Previous and all other Routes
While these routes aren’t currently used in our seasonal routes, they still are worthy of a Sunday Cruise
Salmon River Rd
Best suited for smaller groups. Start off with westside road, once out enjoy the backroads and country side as you take the long way into armstrong


ZZ502 Deluxe Kit
You must assemble the major components of this engine to make what you see in the photo to the right.
Building on the very popular ZZ502/502 Base engine kit, GM Performance Parts offers you the Deluxe version of that same engine combination. The Deluxe ZZ502/502 kit gives you the opportunity to get all the parts you need in one box to build your own high performance big-block Chevy. By offering you a tested combination of parts, GM Performance Parts has taken all of the frustration out of putting your own engine together—no mismatched parts that don’t work together. When assembled and installed, you get a Rat motor that cranks out 502 horsepower (one horsepower per cubic inch) and 567 lb.-ft. of torque.
For the ZZ502/502 Deluxe kit, GMPP took the ZZ502/502 Base engine kit and added to it a Holley 850-cfm four-barrel carburetor, starter, distributor, plug wires, and water pump. Together, they add up to a GMPP-tested and validated 502 horsepower and a stunning 567 lb.-ft. of torque at the crack of the throttle. Imagine the satisfaction that you’ll feel when you fire it up for the first time.
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*Applications have not been validated. They are merely suggestions of how you might enjoy your GM Performance Parts crate engine. Some applications may affect engine warranty. See specific warranty information. Some applications may not be emission legal; check state and local ordinances.
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