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34 yrs,height 5.4and wt 66kg, i am having PCOD trying for baby.Currently im on clomid this previously on 50mg dec2014) i had anovulatory cycle so doc increased to 100mg.Currently in the jan and feb i had ovulation but in the current cycle there is no egg at 13th day follicle monitoring.Am i resistant to clomid 100mg should i increase clomid or switch to other therapy.
I am 43 years old. And I am having 2 children aged 17 and 14. On scanning it is known that I am having fiborids at my uterus at anterior and left lateral wall measuring 35x30 mm, 20x11mm noted in the fundus. Posterior wall shows a sub serous fibroid 14x9 mm, endometrium measures 10mm. Fibroid 12x11mm noted indenting on the endometrial lining. Right ovary measures 1. 8x1. 2 cms, left 2x1. 4. Both ovaries are normal in size and echotexture. Dr. What should I do? is it necessary to remove my uterus. Whether it can be cured with any other alternative.
I am 30 year old unmarried girl. From last year my period gradually decreased from 4 days to 3-2 days. Now my period lasts only two days. Not any problems I feel during my period. Normal bleeding occurs. I had sex with my bf 3 (on August 2015, Dec 2015, September 2016) time last year. After each sex I took unwanted 72 ipil for preventing from pregnancy. After that I found that my period is getting less bleeding with less days. From last year 2016 my period lasts two days only. Now I am worried about it. Maybe any problem in my pregnancy after marriage because of less days period? My period is regular as it was. Not any delay in my period I had. Please help me. Should I contact with doctor?
My daughter is 13 years old and her periods are not regular her Insulin level is high she is taking medicine for this from last year but there is no improvement.
Whenever I intimated with my partner she had very severe vaginal pain. And it lasts even for a day or 2 day. She feels pain and irritation.
I had intercourse around 8-10 times in last 4 days. Yesterday night I had intercourse and after that I am getting unbearable pain while urinating. I am getting immense pain while passing urine through vagina. While urinating initially I don't get pain but later I do go through immense pain. I never experienced such pain before. What this can be?
My wife is suffering from infertility since 4 year. her menses is regular. Please give some suggetion.
I am 24 years female. My hemoglobin level is 9.5 g/ dl. Is there any problems for conceiving pregnancy.
Hi, I have PCOD and thyroid level is 5.55 (TSH, and my endometrium is thickened 12 mm, I am taking APCOD as suggested by gynecologist, Please suggest me.
Why is my vagina tender? I am experiencing menstrual cramps but I have never had my vagina be tender or have a throbbing sensation in it. What is happening.
My friend is planning a baby from last two month but they are not able to click it. What should they do?
Short mothers are twice as likely to have a premature baby than taller mothers an international study found.The chance of having a premature baby increases as the mother's height decreases say, researchers.
However, the reason behind this is unsure.But one study says short mothers tend to have less space for the babies to grow before birth.and this seems to lead to premature delivery in some women.
Me and my gf are committed from 2+ years but nevr had sex before so we are planning for sex. Is it safe fr us? Need sum suggestion n safety tips.
My wife has missed her period. Today is day 3 since the missed period. We took a home pregnancy test which results with two lines one darker and the other is faint. She has symptoms like breast tenderness, frequent urination, dizziness, and severe cramps in her back and her legs. These were started since four days. How should we proceed? Help.
We store water in all sorts of plastic bottles, jugs or containers. It can be low grade or high grade, but plastic is plastic! This is a very harmful daily practice as plastic containers carry lot of chemicals and bacteria.
Let’s see the harmful effects of drinking water in plastic bottles:
1. Harmful substances: Apart from harmful chemicals in plastic, water when get stored in plastic bottles also produces harmful substances like fluoride, arsenic and aluminium which can be poison for human body. So, drinking water from plastic bottles would mean drinking slow poison that will slowly and steadily deteriorate your health.
2. Dioxin production: Plastic does melt in hot environment. And we, often store water in plastic bottles while driving and so many times leave it in the car where it is in the direct exposure of sun. Such heating releases a toxin called Dioxin which when consumed can accelerate breast cancer.
3. BPA generation: Biphenyl A is an estrogen-mimicking chemical which can lead to lot of health problems like diabetes, obesity, fertility problems, behavioural problems and early puberty in girls. It’s better not to store and drink water from a plastic bottle.
4. Liver cancer and reduced sperm count: Because of presence of a chemical called phthalates in plastic, drinking water from plastic bottles can also lead to liver cancer and reduction in sperm count.
5. Vitamin based bottled water: Nowadays, we get water mostly in plastic bottles and to increase its health content, manufacturers make it vitamin-enriched to attract buyers. But this is even more harmful as it carries health-harming additives like food dyes and high fructose corn syrup.
6. Impact on immune system: Our immune system is immensely affected when we drink water in plastic bottles. The chemicals from plastic bottles are ingested and tend to disturb our body’s immune system.
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My mother 83 years has a open wound on her breast mammography cud not b done as she has a broken femur fnac suggests biopsy as no granuloma or atypical cells r seen because of her age She is very weak on antibiotics which casing ulcers in mouth vagina anus etc No pain in breast no discharge from nipples No nipples inverted what r the chances of having cancer shud we go for biopsy or leave it seeing her age please suggest a medicine to apply on her abscess so that the hole heals any antibiotics Worried please suggest.
Nutrition is the best option for today if you don't want to consume lots of medicines tomorrow.
If the diet is not good, medicine is of no use and if the diet is good, then medicine is of no need.

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Interview with Angelina Réaux
Bodhi Tree Concerts: (We are a little star struck.) You have worked directly with Leonard Bernstein. Can you share some memories or experiences that stand out for you - working with such a cultural icon?
Angelina Réaux: I'd already worked with Leonard Bernstein on his recording of WEST SIDE STORY and in his opera A QUIET PLACE when he came to Milwaukee and saw me perform in an evening of his music entitled BERNSTEIN REVIEWED. Following the performance at the cast party, we sat together and he offered me the role of Mimi in LA BOHEME which was going to be performed in Rome, recorded for Deutsche Grammaphon and televised throughout Europe. I was truly flattered but of course didn't believe him as I'd never sung Mimi or even sung a role in Italian. He insisted that he meant it. The next morning I phoned my manager in New York and told him of Lenny's offer. He didn't believe me and I remember he said to me 'this isn't Hollywood.' Not too much later he called me back and said 'This IS Hollywood--Lenny wants you for his Mimi.'
Lenny decided to introduce me to the public as his new Mimi at a big gala concert for AMFAR at the Public Theatre in New York City. My fellow performers included Linda Ronstadt, Aaron Neville, Marilyn Horne, Bernadette Peters, Kevin Kline, Eileen Farrell, Isaac Stern, Marvin Hamlisch and Hildegard Behrens. Together we chose two Kurt Weill songs for me to sing for which he accompanied me at the piano.
One of the fun outings we had in Rome was a visit to the Sistine Chapel. Lenny arranged it so we could view the chapel when no one else was there. I remember all of us laying on the floor staring up at Michelangelo's ceiling and thinking to myself how blessed I was.
One of the most important moments I shared with him was at the cast party after Boheme--sitting next to him, we shared a plate of food and he told me that I could accomplish anything, that I should always be true to myself and never to let anyone put me in a box.
My last memory of him was several months before he died. I went to visit him at his apartment at the Dakota where he coached me on many of the songs I'll be singing on this program. When he opened the door to greet me, he pulled a review from the Boston Globe of my recent performance in Boston. He had underlined all the praise in red--he was so proud of me
BTC: Talk to us about the music our audiences will hear at the concert? What do you find that makes Bernstein's music special
AR: In addition to a set of four songs he wrote for PETER PAN, we will be singing much of his classical song literature and arias. A good amount of the lyrics are by Bernstein himself, others are taken from first rate poets, from Gertrude Stein to Rilke to Ferlinghetti. One song, Little Smary, has lyrics by his mother Jenny Bernstein. The songs are interwoven by Lenny's piano pieces entitled THIRTEEN ANNIVERSARIES--thirteen individual compositions that he wrote as gifts for his friends and family.
His music is so uniquely recognizable, his rhythms are angular jazzy and infectious. As a singing actress, performing his music is both a challenge and a joy. He can write so simply and directly with innocence and charm like in his 'Who Am I?' from PETER PAN and then with such sophisticated majesty as in his 'To What You Said' from SONGFEST!
AR: First of all my husband, Michael Sokol, and I love working together because we trust each other. Yet we are so different when we do work together. He is very private as he prepares, only asking for input at the end of his process. I'm extremely open from the beginning–- I love his input and support as he is a first rate musician and linguist. I think he comes to me to to find the soul of the song. I work more on an emotional level, while he works more technically at first
BTC: What Bernstein do you most LOVE to sing?
AR: What are my favorites? Too many to mention
BTC: What is your Favorite charitable organization
AR: Whiskers Tails and Ferals in Napa CA CLICK HERE
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AR: Havana Grill, Clairemont CLICK HERE

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Having spent many months locked in a contentious relationship with President Trump and his administration, “Saturday Night Live” took a rare opportunity this week to celebrate love: the romance between the “Morning Joe” hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski, who confirmed on Thursday that they are now engaged.
The cold opening of this weekend’s “S.N.L.” (hosted by Chris Pine) was a parody of “Morning Joe,” featuring Alex Moffat as Mr. Scarborough and Kate McKinnon as Ms. Brzezinski. At its start, Ms. McKinnon intoned in a deadpan voice, “If you’re listening to loud classic rock followed by the most casual of political conversations, it must be ‘Morning Joe.’”
But her debate with Mr. Moffat, over a House-approved bill to repeal and replace portions of the Affordable Care Act, soon turned contentious, and then turned into something else entirely.
“This party — your party — the Republican Party is completely, morally bankrupt,” Ms. McKinnon said.
Mr. Moffat retorted, “Oh Mika, that’s enough, O.K.?” He said she was just being persnickety “because you know it pushes my buttons.”
“Does it — push your buttons?” she asked suggestively as the two gazed longingly into each other’s eyes.
He replied, “It does.”
Mr. Moffat abruptly asked a panelist, “Mike Barnicle, what is going on with this bill?”
Bobby Moynihan, playing the stunned Mr. Barnicle, could only answer, “Uh, I don’t know what’s going on.”
The lovey-dovey hosts also took a phone call from a White House publicist who gave his name as John Miller, but who sounded an awful lot like Alec Baldwin once again playing Mr. Trump.
“I’m sort of new here,” the caller said. “First, I want to wish everyone a happy Cinco de Mayo, which is the day all Mexicans eat a sink full of mayonnaise.”
The caller continued, “I’m just celebrating the fantastic success we had in Congress yesterday, with the new health care law. After Congress voted, we had a party. There was beer. The disaster that was Obamacare has finally been repealed.”
Mr. Moffat informed him that the bill still needed to pass the Senate as well.
“What now?” the caller asked in disbelief. “But there was beer. You know what, we’re going to look into this. Talk to you soon. Buh-bye.”
This was followed by another testy if sexually suggestive exchange between Mr. Moffat and Ms. McKinnon that somehow ended with his nose in her mouth.
Another sketch lampooned the bygone PBS game show “Where in the World Is Carmen Sandiego?” As that program did, it opened with a doo-wop group singing a theme song that would have sounded familiar to geography nerds of the 1990s:
Well, she used to be on TV, on like every single panel
Then one day we all woke up and she was no longer there
What could have happened, she is not on any channel
Tell me, where in the world is Kellyanne Conway?
Two young contestants, vying for the prize of a trip to Sacramento, were brought onto the stage. But when asked if they were ready to start playing, one child answered, “Well, we don’t want to find her.”
As the game came to an abrupt conclusion, its host (played by Mikey Day) remarked, “Seven weeks in a row and no one wants to find that woman.”
During the “Weekend Update” portion of “Saturday Night Live,” the co-anchor Colin Jost played what he said was an early re-election campaign ad for Mr. Trump, touting the achievements of his first 100 days in office.
As the Joe Esposito sports anthem “You’re the Best” played in the background, a list of accomplishments scrolled by on screen:
And that was it. Before he could take a sip from the mug on his desk, Mr. Jost said, “I thought I had more time.”
For the sake of balance, Mr. Jost also told the following joke: “A woman arrested for drunk driving in Pennsylvania falsely told police that her name was Hillary Clinton. Police knew it wasn’t her, though, because Hillary Clinton would never go to Pennsylvania.”

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Arrival at Keflavík International Airport. Transfer to the accommodation in Reykjavík where you spend the night.
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6 days / 5 nights Guided Northern Lights tourBooking request
Discover South Iceland's raw nature. Icebergs, hot springs and volcanoes dominate Iceland´s beautiful, yet rugged landscape. On a guided coach tour, experience the hidden powers of the island including views of the notorious Eyjafjallajokull volcano and the breath taking glacial lagoon, Jokulsarlon. With several nights spent in stunning rural locations, you’ll be perfectly situated to hunt the magical Northern lights.
The day starts by visiting the recently opened Northern Lights centre in Reykjavik where you will enjoy a presentation on the Northern Lights. Continue to Thingvellir National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site. The worlds’s oldest parliament was founded here and met for centuries. The journey then continues to Laugarvatn Fontana geothermal where you will experience and taste bread from the geothermal bakery, which has been baked in the ground. Next up is Iceland’s famour Geysir geothermal area with spouting hot spring Strokkur and bubbling mud pools. Short ride from Geysir is the majestic Gullfoss waterfall. Last stop of the day is Skalholt, a culture centre with a beautiful church from the middle ages. Overnight in the South of Iceland.
We drive along the stunning South coast of Iceland, famous for Volcanoes, Glaciers, Waterfalls and the main region for farming. There is a new Lava Centre in the South of Iceland which is an interactive and high tech educational exhibit. Here you will learn about volcanic activity, earthquakes and how they have made Iceland over millions of years. We make stops at the spectacular waterfalls Seljalandsfoss and Skogafoss and then onwads to the black sandy beaches of Reynisfjara close to the village of Vik. We take a walk on the black sands and admire extraordinary rock formations and thundering waves of the Atlantic Ocean. Please be careful as these waves are very dangerous. Dinner and overnight stay in Kirkjubaejarklaustur area.
Today is all about glaciers. We head to the area of Vatnajokull national park, by the biggest glacier in Europe. The Skaftafell region in the park boosts of natural beauty and breathtaking scenery with walking routes to enjoy. The tour then continues to Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon where the giant icebergs float in the lagoon. Back to hotel for dinner and overnight.
Driving back along the coast we head to the village of Hveragerdi. The village is located in a geothermal area and uses the energy to hear its many greenhouses. We follow the coastline to the Reykjanes peninsula where we visit the famous Blue Lagoon situated in the vast lava field of the peninsula. After a nice relaxing bath in the lagoon we return to the capital for you last evening in Iceland. Evening is at your own leisure and dinner is on your own, with many restaurants to choose from.
Depending on flight time you can spend some time in the capital before taking the transfer from your hotel to Keflavik airport.
Itineraries may be subject to change at short notice during severe weather conditions and certain outdoor activities/day trips may be cancelled during the winter season in Iceland. In these rare cases, where situations of force majeure apply, excursions/activities cannot be refunded but the local guides will try their best to find reasonable alternatives where and whenever possible.
A wide range of optional excursions can be booked directly with us.
You can find more information on Iceland as a travel destination, on travel planning and on booking with Iceland ProTravel in the section: "Frequently Asked Questions".
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|Small Group||Quality||23.01.||£ 2,685.-||£ 2,255.-|
|Large Group||Quality||11.01., 18.01., 08.02., 13.02., 29.02., 07.03., 14.03., 19.03., 04.04.||£ 2,335.-||£ 1,900.-|
|Large Group||Quality||07.12.||£ 2,295.-||£ 1,860.-|
|Large Group||Quality||23.12.||£ 2,900.-||£ 2,395.-|
|Large Group||Comfort||01.02.||£ 2,130.-||£ 1,805.-|
|Large Group||Comfort||26.03.||£ 2,185.-||£ 1,860.-|
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Large Group: Max. 36 Pax
You can request the holiday you would like to book, and we will check the availability and contact you via e-mail within 48 hours to confirm the availability.
Prices may change according to availability.
Tour code: 0306
- Return flights from the UK to Iceland incl. taxes
- Return airport transfer to hotel in Reykjavik
- 2 nights at a hotel in Reykjavík, including breakfast (except on arrival day)
- 3 nights at countryside hotels, including breakfast
- 3 one course dinnner with tea/coffee days 2,3 and 4
- Guided coach tour from day 2 to day 5
- Entrance to Laugarvatnshellir Cave
- Entrance fee to the Northern Lights Center in Reykjavik
- Entrance to the Lava and Volcano Center and Cinema
- Northern Lights hunt kit on Day 3 or 4
- Northern Light guided hunt on foot one selected evening
- Northern Lights “wake up call” option during the night (available at countryside hotels)
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Silicon carbide (SiC) fibers are prepared using an iron‐containing polycarbosilane (Fe‐PCS) as the precursor. Iron pentacarbonyl [Fe(CO) 5] is first reacted with low‐molecular‐weight liquid PCS to form an iron‐containing colloid.The colloid is then added into high
Silicon carbide, an abrasive, is made by the reaction of silicon dioxide with graphite. SiO2 + 3C ----- SiC + 2CO If 100 g of SiO2 and 100 g of C are reacted as far as possible, which one of the following statements will be correct? (a) 111 g of SiO2 will be left over. (b
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What to do with all those inspiring little Artist Trading Cards!
I didn’t have a clock but I had some clockworks… A post it will do until I think of something better!
Oh, yeah, no sense in keeping stuff like that in a box. I’ve been staring at the space above the closet doors at the end of my studio…it’s the sort of space where I’ve hung journal quilts in the past. So do I dig out old journal quilts, or start making new ones?
both! I’d like to see some old journal quilts..
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The criminal figure, who does not have any serious convictions, relocated to Spain in recent months, where he is acting as Mr Big’s agent.
The North Dublin native is believed to be operating independently of the Kinahan mob and police in Spain are monitoring his movements. His boss, nicknamed Mr Big, is a regular visitor to the south of Spain and fled there after ordering the murder of RIRA chief Alan Ryan (pictured below).
He is suspected of arranging shipments of drugs and weapons from a variety of international criminal gangs operating in the area.
In September 2013 one of his closest associates was arrested in Spain after being caught with a “very large” quantity of cocaine and cannabis. The 34-year-old right-hand man from north Dublin – who has a lifelong association with Mr Big – was one of three men arrested in Alicante by Spanish cops following an investigation into the drugs trade. Two other men arrested at the scene are also from Dublin and are both in their early 30s.
The men appeared in court and were charged with possession of drugs and being in a stolen car. However, as is standard with Spanish justice, the case has never come to any conclusion.
Mr Big has amassed a considerable fortune from drug dealing and tiger kidnappings. The gang boss, who cannot be named for legal reasons, supplies a large amount of drugs on the northside of the capital and the Criminal Assets Bureau is going after him for €1.5m.
He claims to be an unemployed tradesman who is still living at home with his parents, but his real career is in the criminal underworld. The fact that he spent a considerable amount of money fitting CCTV and bullet-proof windows and doors to his parent’s house is a stark reminder of his chosen profession. A significant two-storey extension was also built on to the home in recent years.
Mr Big is also believed to have purchased a home where his girlfriend lives in Raheny. The house was not purchased in Mr Big’s name, but it is believed he paid for it.
He is also believed to have piles of cash stored in safe locations which he doesn’t put through bank accounts. Officers have caught associates of the gang boss with large sums of cash which they suspected were being held on his behalf.
Gardai have also seized high-powered vehicles from Mr Big as part of their investigation into his finances. As well as making lucrative profits from the drugs trade, Mr Big has made significant amounts from tiger kidnappings and other robberies. He was also believed to have ordered the murder of Real IRA Dublin chief Alan Ryan, who was shot dead in 2012.
Gardai believe the feud between what is left of the crew linked to Ryan and Mr Big’s mob remains active. Detectives foiled an attempt on the life of one of Alan Ryan’s brothers in April. Mr Big was believed to have been on his way to carry out the hit when gardai attempted to stop him in a car.
He was in the vehicle with another criminal when the pair were spotted in the same area as Alan’s younger brother Vincent. Gardai recognised Mr Big and went to pull him over. However, he sped off and managed to get away. They suspect there was a weapon in the car and he may have been on the way to carry out a hit attempt on Ryan.
Mr Big has no major convictions, but he is currently awaiting trial for a serious offence.
A former associate of Mr Big who fell out with him in recent times also amassed significant quantities of cash from crime over the years. Paschal Kelly (50), originally from Coolock in north Dublin, was jailed for four-and-a-half years for tax evasion, threats to kill a CAB officer and driving offences.
Kelly with an address at Cormeen, Ballyjamesduff, Co. Cavan owes the Revenue Commissioners more than €427,000.
He was registered as a sole trader for window cleaning and taxi services but his real income was derived from a life of crime. He has 50 convictions and served two terms of four years and 10 years for robberies.

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Council is proposing to build a new amenities building in Bayview Park, Concord to better serve park users and support the new swim site. The proposed location can be found below. We want to hear from the community about the design, layout, and functionality.
The new amenities building may include:
- Accessible toilets
- Indoor showers
- Outdoor showers
- Change rooms
- Outdoor wash basins
We are also proposing to maintain the current amenities block for storage and potential future uses. The existing toilet block is no longer fit for purpose. With the swim site now open, park users have different needs in the park; toilets, showers, and change rooms will provide park users with the amenities they need to best enjoy the park.
The existing amenity block is too far from the new swim site for the community to get changed and shower after swimming. It is also located closer to residences, so Council’s team has determined that adding amenities could disturb nearby residents.
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“Are you crazy?“ is one of the more friendly comments on hearing of our plan to cross all the major passes of the Alps in four days. But what are you supposed to do when you‘re hopelessly addicted to the mountains – and you have limited time? Now is the time put together the ultimate tour from the countless roads, passes and traverses that can be covered on a long weekend. And anyway, you should set yourself goals in life to make sure it doesn‘t get boring. And while Reinhold Messner only set himself “seven summits“ to climb, with the exuberance of late adolescence, we decide to go for fourteen Alpine traverses, plus one road leading up a valley. The Mille Miglia of the Alps, as it were. With lots and lots of curves. And little sleep.
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It is our passion for this wild roller-coaster journey – along masterpieces of the art of road construction and through many of the most breathtaking landscapes in the world – that binds Jan Baedeker and me. And it is has brought us together again for this book. So now we are sitting over maps and travel guides, studying elevation profiles and curve radii, rummaging in libraries and archives, letting ourselves be carried away again by the enthusiasm we share for the mountains, to which so many others before us have become addicted – and finally work out our ultimate route. Fourteen passes, four days, urgently recommended as an example for others. You can complete this tour through the Alps of course with almost any car, or with a motorbike. Or, if you‘re really nuts and have killer carves, then you can also manage it with a racing bike. The perfect interface between man and a hairpin bend, as we see it however – and both of us agree on this – is a well-tuned, not too heavy sports car from Porsche. It can’t be coincidence that the inventor of the Porsche came originally from the Austrian Alps and not from the flatlands of northern Germany. The experience and the successes in the numerous hill climbs – on the Grossglockner high Alpine road, for example, the Porsche family’s “home circuit” – have determined Porsche’s sports car character to this day. On the trips we took for “Curves“, I met numerous enthusiastic Porsche drivers and negotiated the most wonderful winding mountain roads in a wide variety of Porsche models from different years. How different one and the same combination of curves can feel and how similar, despite the technical advances made, the common features are in terms of driving pleasure – that too is the subject of this book.
The Alps by the way – as are the Himalayas – are the teenagers among the collision mountain ranges. If you were to look at the last few millions of years as a time-lapse sequence, you would see the section from the Alpine peak of Mont Blanc to the Dolomites like a series of waves rising up in a rough sea. And when – perhaps inspired by this book – you turn the ignition key to start up the engine of your car one early morning in the valley, you too can experience a little of the feeling the ”big wave surfer“ gets when you start on a death-defying ride on a geological monster wave just before it starts to break out. Enjoy your ride!
Stefan Bogner & Jan Baedeker

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Matt Di Angelo has joined the cast of the upcoming UK crime thriller Two Days in the Smoke.
The former Hustle and EastEnders actor will play the lead role in the project from director Ben Pickering.
The film follows Brad (Di Angelo), a struggling London lawyer whose life gets turned upside down when he overhears a drug deal. The story also follows the relationship between Brad and a prostitute named Jodie, played by Lili BordÃ¡n (Silent Witness, Battlestar Galactica: Blood and Chrome).
Speaking about the film, Di Angelo said: "I've done lots of TV but I was compelled to take on the role of Brad when I read the script for the first time because I've always wanted to play a romantic lead.
"I get a lot of film offers but what's great about Two Days in the Smoke is that it's not just another typical gangster movie, it allows me to be versatile as an actor because there are action packed fight scenes but also an emotional love story attached to my character."
Also starring in the film are Stephen Marcus (Lock, Stock and Two Smoking Barrels), Darren Ripley (Wilderness), Alan Ford (Snatch) and Velibor Topic (Kingdom of Heaven, Snatch).
EastEnders actor Ricky Groves also stars in the project, along with former B*Witched singer Lindsay Armaou and Made in Chelsea's Funda Ã–nal.
Two Days in the Smoke has yet to receive a confirmed release date, but is expected to hit UK cinemas in the autumn.
Matt Di Angelo spoke to Digital Spy about the end of Hustle earlier this year, describing it as "mental".
Watch the interview below:

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Welcome to the land of vibrant colors, spiritual diversity, and breathtaking landscapes – India. With a rich history dating back centuries, this country has mesmerized travelers from all around the world with its awe-inspiring architecture, fascinating culture, and mouth-watering cuisine. From iconic monuments like the Taj Mahal to hidden gems like the Ajanta and Ellora Caves, India is home to some of the most visited places in the world that leave an everlasting impression on your mind. So pack your bags and get ready for a journey through India’s top attractions!
The Taj Mahal
The Taj Mahal – a monument that needs no introduction. Built by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his belove wife Mumtaz Mahal, this iconic structure is consider one of the wonders of the world.
As you approach the grand entrance gate, you’ll greeted by exquisite gardens and water fountains that lead to a majestic white marble structure. The intricate carvings and delicate lattice work on its walls are an ode to Mughal architecture at its finest.
The highlight of your visit will undoubtedly be seeing the Taj Mahal from up close – it’s truly awe-inspiring! The sheer size and symmetry make for unforgettable photo opportunities; whether it’s standing in front or admiring it from afar.
It’s not only an architectural marvel but also holds deep emotions within every detail. From precious stones embedded into its walls to verses from Holy Quran inscribed on doorways, there’s so much history behind each aspect.
Experience sunrise or sunset here, when light plays with shadows and colors blend together creating magic before your eyes; this place is sure to leave you spellbound!
In short, visiting India without seeing the Taj Mahal would be like missing out on something extraordinary. And believe us; this monument will take your breath away!
The Golden Temple of Amritsar
The Golden Temple of Amritsar is one of the most sacred sites for Sikhs around the world. It is known for its stunning architecture and serene atmosphere. The temple, also referred to as Harmandir Sahib, is a symbol of unity and equality in Sikhism.
The temple complex was built in the 16th century by Guru Arjan Dev, the fifth guru of Sikhism. The building’s main feature is its gold-plated dome that shines brightly during the day and illuminates at night. Visitors are welcome to enter the temple complex through any four entrances regardless of their caste or religion.
Inside, visitors can admire intricate marble work, beautiful murals depicting Sikh history and listen to recitations from holy scriptures. There’s also a community kitchen where volunteers serve free meals to thousands every day- an act that embodies selfless service or “seva” which forms a significant part of Sikh philosophy.
A visit to The Golden Temple can be both spiritual and cultural experience; it offers an insight into one of India’s most influential religions while showcasing artistic finesse through architecture.
The Ajanta and Ellora Caves
The Ajanta and Ellora Caves are a UNESCO World Heritage Site located in Maharashtra, India. These caves are an incredible example of ancient Indian architecture and sculpture. The Ajanta Caves consist of 30 rock-cut Buddhist cave monuments that date back to the 2nd century BCE. On the other hand, the Ellora Caves have over 100 caves dedicated to Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism.
These caves were built by master craftsmen who worked for many years carving intricate patterns onto the walls of these majestic structures. In total, there are over 2000 sculptures inside these caves depicting scenes from mythology and daily life.
One thing that makes these caves so special is how they reflect different styles of artistry during their respective time periods. The Ajanta Caves showcase paintings whereas the Ellora caves boast more elaborate carvings.
If you’re interested in learning about ancient cultures or simply appreciate beautiful artwork then visiting both sets of caves is a must-do activity when travelling to India.
The Gateway of India
The Gateway of India is an iconic monument located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was built to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary to Bombay (now Mumbai). The construction started in 1911 and was completed in 1924, after which it became a major landmark for tourists visiting Mumbai.
The architecture of this monument is a blend of Hindu and Muslim styles, with intricate designs that showcase the grandeur of Indian architecture. The archway stands at 26 meters high and overlooks the Arabian Sea, providing a picturesque view.
Apart from being a popular tourist spot, the Gateway also serves as an important ceremonial site. Many political leaders have visited here to pay their respects or make announcements. Even during British rule in India, soldiers would pass through this gateway before leaving for battlefields overseas.
Visitors can take boat rides near the Gateway to get stunning views of this magnificent structure against the backdrop of Mumbai’s skyline. The Gateway Of India is a must-visit destination when traveling to Mumbai.
The temples of Khajuraho
Khajuraho in Madhya Pradesh is famous for its stunning group of Hindu and Jain temples. Constructed between 950 to 1050 AD, the Khajuraho temples known for their exquisite sculptures depicting sensuous scenes from everyday life, as well as spiritual themes.
The architecture of these temples is also noteworthy – they were construct using a combination of sandstone and granite, with intricate carvings that make them truly unique. The artwork on the walls represents various aspects of Indian society such as music, dance, love-making and even war.
It’s important to note that despite the erotic nature of some of the sculptures, they are not vulgar or obscene in any way. In fact, they serve as a reminder that sexuality has always been an integral part of human existence and should not suppressed or denied.
Visiting the Khajuraho temples is an experience like no other. It’s a chance to marvel at ancient artistry while learning more about India’s rich cultural heritage. Whether you’re interest in history or just looking for something different to do on your trip to India – this place won’t disappoint!
India is a country with a rich cultural heritage and diverse tourist attractions. From the iconic Taj Mahal to the beautiful Golden Temple of Amritsar, India has something for everyone.
The Ajanta and Ellora caves are a testament to ancient Indian architecture, while the Gateway of India stands as an example of colonial-era design. The temples of Khajuraho showcase intricate carvings that are unique in their own way.
These five destinations represent some of the most visited places in India. Whether you for you. So plan your trip today and experience everything that this incredible country has to offer!


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Everything You Always Wanted to Know About God (but were afraid to ask)
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Eric Metaxas is the #1 New York Times best-selling author of several books, including Bonhoeffer, Amazing Grace, Miracles, Seven Men, Seven Women, and If You Can Keep It. He is the host of The Eric Metaxas Show, a nationally syndicated daily radio program. Metaxas is also the founder and host of Socrates in the City, the acclaimed series of conversations on "life, God, and other small topics." He is a senior fellow and lecturer at large at the King's College in New York City, where he lives with his wife and daughter.
Who doesn’t have questions about God? But where in the world can you go to get answers?
Eric Metaxas has been there, so he gets it. Which is why he’s written this shockingly down-to-earth book on the big questions everyone asks (but not always out loud).
Totally conversational and sometimes flat-out hilarious, this book asks:
* How can a good God create a world that has evil and suffering?
* Is God anti-sex?
* Doesn’t science make God obsolete?
* What’s the real story on miracles?
* If God is everywhere, why go to church?
* Don’t we already have God within us?
* Isn’t God too busy running the universe to care about the details of my day?
These questions (and many more) get no-nonsense answers that don’t hide behind dull theological language. So get the lowdown (and more than a few laughs) on what are probably the most important questions anyone has.
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Title: Everything You Always Wanted to Know About God (but were afraid to ask)
Author: Eric Metaxas
In the press
“The difficulty is not to gush.”
—TIM KELLER, founding pastor of Redeemer Presbyterian Church and New York Times best-selling author of The Reason for God and The Prodigal God
“For his stylish and entertaining handling of this particular subject, Metaxas deserves a prize.”
—DICK CAVETT, Emmy Award–winning television personality
“I’ve always wished I could answer important and difficult questions about God with as much heart, humor, intelligence, and truth as Eric Metaxas does in this book. Now I can—by giving friends and family a copy of Eric’s excellent book, which is itself an answer to the question ‘Is God powerful enough to take a witty, Yale-educated, orthodox Christian logician and use him to make you laugh while simultaneously answering the most difficult questions and inspiring you to genuine faith in God?’ The answer is yes!”
—KIRK CAMERON, television and film actor and producer
“Like having a Starbucks with a very funny New York intellectual who happens to be a nonatheist. Oh! That would be Eric Metaxas!”
—VICTORIA JACKSON, comedian, actress, and former cast member of Saturday Night Live
“Eric Metaxas beautifully opens conversations that many people avoid. The questions that he presents are honest and easily relatable for anyone. No matter what your current knowledge of God is, I highly recommend this book. It will make you laugh, challenge you to think, and provoke you to understand truth in a deeper way. Theology has never been so much fun!”
—KRIS VALLOTTON, senior associate leader, Bethel Church, Redding, CA; cofounder of Bethel School of Supernatural Ministry; author of The Supernatural Ways of Royalty and Spirit Wars
“How anyone writes a book on God that reads like a can’t-put-it-down thriller is a miracle itself.”
—JUDGE JEANINE PIRRO, host of Justice with Judge Jeanine
“We are in the beginnings of a sudden shift, especially among millennials, to an interest in spiritual things. I like the fact that Eric writes simply but intelligently. Congratulations on staying relevant and caring enough about people to answer their questions.”
—CARTER C. CONLON, senior pastor, Times Square Church, New York City
“Eric Metaxas has written a book about God based on questions that people are actually asking. His answers are pithy, practical, often funny (who says God doesn’t have a sense of humor?), and true. This is a splendidly unconventional introduction to the Christian faith.”
—JOHN WILSON, editor of Books & Culture
“Finally, a book of apologetics you can give your friends without cringing!”
—LAUREN WINNER, author of Girl Meets God and Mudhouse Sabbath
“Every question in this book is one I have asked, have heard asked, or want to ask! And the answers are so good humored and easy to read that you almost forget how profound they are.”
—ANN B. DAVIS, Alice of The Brady Bunch

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Zayn Malik & Perrie Edwards Are Doing Fine Despite That Cheating Scandal -- Check Out The Photographic Evidence HERE!!
She sure is committed to this relationship!
[Image via Perrie Edwards/Instagram.]
Sorry to hear it, Paris!
Whatever the reason, her show is continuing to suffer in the ratings, and according to Mediaweek, it did not perform well against the competition on Wednesday night.
For Wed, Paris' show brought in 223,000 viewers, whereas Kathy Griffin: Gurll Down brought in 628,000 viewers, Rocco's Dinner Party had 708,000, Fran Drescher's Happily Divorced brought 1.5 million, and Toddlers & Tiaras was watched by 2.2 million viewers!
Ah well. We certainly give Paris credit for trying!
What shows did U tune in for on Wednesday night?


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Steve Howey is an American actor best known for his starring role as Van Montgomery in the television sitcom Reba, from 2001-2007.
He currently stars as Kevin Ball in the comedy-drama television series Shameless, since 2011.
Born in San Antonio, Texas, Howey spent several of his childhood years living on boats with his parents. They eventually settled in a Los Angeles suburb where he attended junior high and most of high school.
After moving to Denver to complete his senior year, Howey earned a basketball scholarship to a junior college in Colorado. When he found his desire to play beginning to wane in his second year, he turned to his father, acting coach Bill Howey, for inspiration.
He took his parents' acting classes to try to help reignite his drive to play ball and instead discovered a love for acting.
Reba marked Howey's first series starring role. He has previously guest-starred on shows including ER and The Drew Carey Show. He also starred in and produced the independent film Class, which was written and directed by his father and was accepted into the Denver International Film Festival.
Howey starred in the film Supercross about the world of competitive motorcross racing. In the film he plays Ben, a rugged, trash-talking, hard-nosed motocross rider, who is torn between pursuing dreams of making it as a professional racer and the responsibility he feels to take care of his mother and younger brother.
Howey can also be seen in the 2006 feature film DOA: Dead on Arrival, with Sarah Carter and Jaime Pressly.
In his free time, Howey enjoys playing basketball and writing. He resides in Los Angeles.


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In the last year, the cost of energy has increased significantly. Gasoline, diesel, and domestic electricity and natural gas prices are now past the point that many people can bear. The problem affects businesses too, including manufacturing and agriculture, with consequences for the wider economy, jobs and the cost of living. It has led to a new word, “greenflation.” Greenflation is harming those who, literally, can least afford it.
However, instead of discerning what is behind these problems, what caused them, what role the federal government had and what it can do to ease the problem, the government is simply blaming others and pressing on. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen is not only in denial but serially insists that the problem is that the administration just hasn’t proceeded on the “climate” front fast enough.
This is governmental malpractice. But the perpetrators are not without accomplices. The investor class, and big banks foremost among them, share equal responsibility. One of the chief culprits is a pernicious and destructive concept called Environmental, Social, and Governance investing.
Yellen: in "climate" denial.
A 2016 email suggests that modern “ESG” began as anti-energy campaigning against financial institutions in 1999 focusing on hydropower, then morphed into anti-coal advocacy then soon expanded to opposing all abundant energy sources.
Bank of America seems to have been captured first, vowing to not finance hydrocarbon energy (beginning with coal). Freedom of Information Act litigation showed the bank's enthusiasm for the "climate" agenda. A senior bank official, Jim Mahoney, hired former Clinton hands as consultants to get the bank close to then-Secretary of State John Kerry with offers to sponsor as much of the 2015 Paris climate talks as it could.
Yes, financial institutions sponsoring treaty negotiations. More recently, FOIA litigation produced still more craven correspondence, this time to Yellen from, among others, Wells Fargo. In a March 2021 email to a senior Treasury official, former Clinton Treasury official turned Wells lobbyist Elisabeth A. Bresee laid out the bank’s “climate” plan:
I'm reaching out to share an exciting climate change announcement. Wells Fargo just announced that we're setting a goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions, including in its financed emissions, by 2050. Wells Fargo believes that climate change is one of the most urgent environmental and social issues of our time and, as one of the largest financial institutions, we are committed to taking action, including aligning our activities to support the goals of the Paris Agreement.
In recent years, we've made tremendous progress in meeting and exceeding sustainability goals in our operations, working with NGOs and other stakeholders on climate-finance strategies, enhancing our transparency and disclosure, and partnering to advance clean technology innovation, community resiliency, and green jobs. We've also put in place a strong foundation and processes for managing climate risk across the enterprise and accelerating sustainable finance in our lines of business, including providing financing for utility-scale renewables and clean technologies, underwriting sustainability bonds. and innovating in ESG-linked lending.
Our path forward includes five focus areas:
- Setting a goal for net-zero greenhouse gas emissions for Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions by 2050.
- Setting interim targets, measuring, and disclosing financed emissions for select carbon-intensive portfolios no later than 2022.
- Further integrating climate considerations into the company's Risk Management Framework…
- Launching an Institute for Sustainable Finance to manage the deployment of an additional $500 billion to sustainable businesses and projects by 2030…
The email closed by checking every box in the woke liturgy, about being—
committed to fostering an inclusive recovery from Covid-19 and to building a more inclusive and sustainable future for all.… includ[ing] supporting greater racial equity across our business and philanthropic giving and addressing evolving issues like climate change,” with a nod to the bank’s “clients and stakeholders.
This week, the bank announced it was demanding Paris-like emission cuts from companies it lends to.
This inherently conflicted, inane equivalence between and even preference for “stakeholders” (pressure groups and political interests) over shareholders and clients is, according to the Wall Street Journal, "using the ethical-custom concept to impose a progressive agenda on American businesses. It will have negative implications for investor returns.”
Yet the costs of this public-private tag-team are far greater. For example, in late 2021 some U.S. traditional energy producers, particularly coal and related industries (e.g., rail), were unable to affordably access capital markets to purchase (or, in some cases, re-purchase) equipment to ramp up production and transport in the face of a looming energy crisis (which continues today), leading to serious energy security concerns. The companies were informed by lenders that loaning money to, e.g., coal, gave the banks an “ESG problem.”
Wall Street, we have an ESG problem.
This resulted not from regulation but pressure campaigns including from a Biden administration that has made clear it has targeted hydrocarbon energy interests for extinction and that assisting them would not be well-received in Washington.
Such a policy directly threatens U.S. national security. The broader consequence of greenflation has pushed prices and the cost of living upwards, and destabilized manufacturing sectors in the U.S., U.K. and Europe. It has been a major contributor to European dependence on Russian energy, undermining the West’s geopolitical position and global security.
It has made firms worldwide increasingly dependent on China’s so-very-not-ESG manufacturing and materials. What this agenda demands of targeted industries is strongly contrary to America’s interests but is precisely as countries who wish us ill would have things.
Financial institutions draw from the same talent pool from which the Biden administration staffs itself, with the same woke priorities. This misguided partnership poses a grave danger to the U.S.

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Aaron Kelly Sees Country Road Leading From `Idol’
Aaron Kelly says he’s ready to put the pressures of “American Idol” behind him and focus on a country singing-songwriting career.
Kelly, who was eliminated from the Fox contest Wednesday, told a teleconference Thursday that he stayed true to himself but felt he gained in confidence and charisma.
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In this publicity image released by Fox, contestant Aaron Kelly performs on “American Idol.”
The 17-year-old from Sonestown, Pa., said he sees country music as a good fit for him and admires Rascal Flatts and Keith Urban.
Kelly’s favorite mentor on “Idol” was Harry Connick Jr., who steered contestants through the songs of Frank Sinatra this week. Connick would be a good replacement for judge Simon Cowell, who’s leaving after this season, Kelly said.
The four remaining “Idol” contenders are Crystal Bowersox, Lee DeWyze, Casey James and Michael Lynche.


So on my plate in the next few weeks are these beauties by way of Fabrique Nationale’s hipper new American subsidiary, FN USA. I met both of these hoglegs in prototype/first run format at SHOT Show/NRAAM earlier this year and finally got hooked up with production versions of them for T&E purposes.
The guns are the FN Five-seveN Mk3 MRD, the company’s third generation take on the 20+1 capacity 5.7x28mm pistol, and the new 17+1 9mm FN High Power, which looks a lot like Mr. Browning’s/M. Saive’s Hi-Power of old (notice the difference in spelling) but only looks that way.
Expect more on both very soon.
While browsing the exhibitors at the NRA Annual Meeting in Houston last month on the lookout for new guns, I saw a glimpse into a potential future of projectile arms with the Coil Accelerator.
The 7-pound CA-09 isn’t a firearm according to current ATF regs, and after a one-hour charge can run single shots, five-round bursts, or full-auto out to a maximum range of about 40 feet, all without that annoying and NFA red tape.
Marketed out of the North Shore Sports Club in Illinois of all places, the CA-09 is in low-rate production. In a nutshell, the makers claim it is the first-ever commercially viable electric-powered Coil Accelerator. The basic overview is that it uses onboard electromagnetic coils– kind of like a rail gun but without a sliding armature– to quietly pull nickel-plated iron disks at an adjustable rate of fire.
It is fed from 50-round magazines and can fire about 700 times on a single charge.
When the tech matures in a couple of years to drop that price and raise that velocity, things could get super interesting, especially when you toss in concepts like 3-D printing and file sharing.
More in my column at Guns.com.
I love MP5s! And there is no shortage of them. For instance, check out this awesome PTR 9CT I saw in Houston last week.
With the old-school “jungle” handguards and three-lug barrel, this thing almost screams, “You son of a…”
The thing is, even that no-frills PTR is $1800.
Well, I stopped by ATI’s booth and talked to Jaime, then he showed me this:
The above 9mm pistol is made by German Sports Guns GmbH, who has long made .22LR lookalikes of the MP5 and a 9mm replica of the “Schmeisser” MP40 so it is nice to see them pull the trigger on this format, and good on ATI for snagging it for import.
I’ll let you know more as I get it.
I dropped by FN’s booth at SHOT Show in Las Vegas this week to get the scoop on the new FN High Power pistol line.
Not just a restart of the old FN/Browning Hi-Power, the new 9mm guns have a 21st-century flair to them, with a 17+1 magazine capacity, ambi controls, texturing on the frame, better ergonomics, and FN 509-pattern dovetail sights. They will be available in three variants including the standard black model, one in FDE– sure to be a hit with modern FN owners who collect that genre– and a true stainless steel model.
Each will ship with two sets of grips.
More in my column at Guns.com.
The annual NRA meeting normally sees a ton of new guns unveiled to the public, as there is a crowd of upwards of 80,000 on hand. As SHOT Show is an industry trade event and the IWA Show is in Germany, the NRAAM gives the “man on the street” in the U.S. a chance to come and feel, sniff, and handle all the new steel (and polymer) from around the globe.
Of course, the event was canceled this year due to the Mexican beer flu, or else it would be going on this week. However, the gun makers still soft released the new models they were holding back from SHOT to make a splash at NRAAM.
I have a run-down of what’s new in my column at Guns.com
Robbie with Wheaton Arms sat down with the Sootch00 YouTube gun channel and contrasted the new Glock Gen 5 against legacy Gen 4 and 3 models both inside and out.
There are actually a lot of differences.
Still, as when they introduced the Gen 4 and it went through a year of teething problems and stealth fixes, I’ll wait a year for the bugs to get worked out of the Gen 5.
Call me old-fashioned, but I am still a Gen 3 guy when it comes to my combat tupperware.
It looks boringly like every other Glock out there, but when you look closely, there are actually a number of subtle differences. Most notably, the polygonal rifling is out and traditional ballard-style rifling is in. Also, the fingergrooves, standard since the Gen 3, are a thing of the past. I do like the flared magwell, though, but for the record I will likely stick to the Gen3 G19 that I have been using for years. If it isn’t broke…
On August 30, GLOCK, Inc. will be announcing the launch of our new G17 Gen5 and G19 Gen5 pistols.
The G17 Gen5 and G19 Gen5 pistols were inspired by the GLOCK M pistols used by the FBI and include many features the GLOCK community has been asking for. There are over 20 design changes which differentiate our Gen5 pistols from their Gen4 predecessors, including a flared mag-well, a new nDLC finish, the GLOCK Marksman Barrel, ambidextrous slide stop levers, and a grip which has no finger grooves.
These pistols will be available at your favorite GLOCK dealer beginning August 30.
A shot of the Glock M (that the FBI is issuing with a finger grip sleeve!) :
Marketing slick for Glock dealers (from my local Glock dealer).
They expect to retail these in-shop for $539
Chris Bartocci talks more about the Gen5 barrels below.
So I hung out at NRA Show for a few days last week. Got to see some cool new stuff and write about it.
Including Springfield Armory’s new XD-E hammer fired compact 9mm single stack
Which complemented FN’s new 509.
So now FN is making striker-fired guns while Springfield XD is making hammer fired. What the what?
Then there was Colt’s new 70 series Gold Cup Trophy and Competition models (yup, no firing pin block).
Those G10 scales, tho
And Savage’s Fox A Grade SXS double shotgun series, which are really sweet and feature bone and charcoal case color-finished receivers over black walnut furniture (though original Foxes are cheaper).
And nope, this one is not made in Turkey
But the coolest thing (that I am soon going to be T&E’ing, squeeeee) is Remington’s Tac-14 870 that I was able to get the first media peek at while touring Big Green’s Huntsville Factory prior to the show.
At 26.25 inches overall and with a Raptor Shockwave pistol grip, the 12-gauge’s 14-inch cylinder bore barrel is not a National Firearms Act regulated item as it is a “firearm” and not an SBS or AOW, thus no tax stamp is required under federal law, though state and local laws may apply.
I will for sure keep you posted on that one…


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One of the most popular table games that people love playing is ping pong. Whether you call it ping pong or table tennis, one fact remains the same: it is a fun, exciting, and competitive game to play with your friends and family.
Did you know?
Ping pong was invented in 1890, by David Foster, in England. While the original name of this game was ping pong, in 1921-22, the name “table tennis” was adopted for it.
We all are familiar with how fun it is to play this game. But most people do not realize that playing this game can actually benefit your health as well. Did you know that!
Health benefits of playing Ping-Pong
This is a fast-paced game, which can be played in doubles or singles. If you are looking to burn some calories and get fit while having all the fun, this game is for you.
In this post, we are going to look at some of the top health benefits of playing ping pong. If you are still not sure whether or not to buy a ping pong table for your home, learning about these benefits will help you make up your mind.
Benefit 1. It can improve your hand-eye coordination
One of the biggest benefits of playing ping pong, or table tennis, is that it can help in improving your hand-eye coordination. As we mentioned before, it is a fast-paced game that requires you to be quick if you even want to hit the ball.
That means you have to be able to coordinate your hands well with your eyes to get better at it. Now, the more you play this game, the more you will improve your hand-eye coordination. You will slowly notice that practicing this game is also helping you improve your alertness.
Benefit 2. It enhances your mental acuity
What do you do to improve your mental acuity? Most people will answer that question by – solving puzzles. While solving puzzles is effective, it can get boring very quickly. Not to mention, most children do not like boring activities.
But getting a modern ping pong table for your home can solve this problem for you. Playing ping pong can sharpen your brain and enhance your mental acuity. And if you have kids at home, playing this game with them can help in sharpening their brains as well.
Benefit 3. It helps you burn more calories
We all want to stay fit and healthy. But not all of us feel motivated enough to hit the gym or exercise on our own. Here’s the solution for you – get a professional ping pong table for your home.
You can play this game with your friends and family at home and lose some weight. This fast-paced game can help you burn some calories. Isn’t that just so amazing?
There are a number of health benefits associated with ping pong. The above-mentioned benefits are just the most common ones. So, find a ping pong table for your home online and enhance your overall well-being in a fun way.
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It’s always fun having friends on Comics Coast To Coast. I first met Adrian Ropp through our first interview with him back in 2012. Since then we’ve become internet art pals. I adore his comic Chim Chum & The Portly Samurai and I just ordered a copy of his new book collection Crazy Like A Fox. By day, Adrian works as a lead story artist for Disney Interactive on the Infinity video game. Most recently Adrian headed up the story for the Marvel Avengers Play Set in the game. We get to talk to Adrian about his new book, his work at Disney, the effect that has had on his comic work, and his plans for Chim Chum’s future.
Order a print copy of Adrian’s book through Amazon and get a free Kindle copy!
You can also get artist editions through Etsy.
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Museum-quality poster made on thick and long-lasting matte (uncoated) paper.
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Massachusetts Water Parks & Water Resorts offer indoor beach fun for kids
Any day can be a beach day -- regardless of the season of the year -- at an indoor water park in Massachusetts. Water parks and water resorts offer a fun day-long or weekend getaway for families, parents, and kids. Enjoy tropical-themed pleasures while floating around in 84-degree water or slipping and sliding in splash pools and other water park features. Kids have a blast while parents join in or relax in the steamy warmth of the tropics transported indoors.
50 Ferncroft Road
Danvers, MA, 01923
Get your feet wet, then the rest of you!
Hold the ultimate birthday party, fundraiser, group swim or business meeting in the water. Buy out the whole park for a day. You’ve earned it. Make a splash with family and friends at the largest indoor water park in Massachusetts then stand back and take the thanks. You’re in a tropical indoor paradise where it’s 84 degrees and who cares what it is outdoors? Laugh hard, embarrass yourself and your kids on the water slides, grab some shut eye on a lazy river float, jump off the splash pad and dip-in-the- theater arcade. Then slink into your own private, cozy cabana and brag about your exploits. The Park is just 19 miles north of Boston and open every day year round. Awesome at any age.
1225 Iyannough Road
Hyannis, MA, 02601
Now open at the Cape Codder Resort & Spa is Cape Cod’s newest family attraction, a 30,000 square foot indoor Water Park and the only one of its kind on Cape Cod. The Park features two body slides, a 300-foot lazy river with waterfalls and rapids, giant spouting humpback whale, Kiddie play area, the Gazebo Cafe serving appetizers, sandwiches, salads, pizza, and beverages, a birthday party area and more – all beneath a giant retractable roof for sunny days. The Indoor Wave Pool, with its two-foot waves, 50 and 80 foot water slides, saunas and 24-person whirlpool is now incorporated into the Water Park. Day Passes are based on availability. Admission is free for all resort guests.
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Salem, NH, 03079
Enjoy hot summer fun and cool down afterwards
Here’s a cool deal. Just 30 miles north of Boston, cool off on a hot summer day after some hot summer fun at Castaway Island Water Park at Canobie Lake Park and the largest water play complex of its type in New England. You’ll find water cannons, 9 water slides, waterfalls, and more than 180 ways of getting wet. Be sure to bring your bathing suit and hit the Island splashing. Castaway Island operates from Memorial Day Weekend through Mid-September weather & temperature permitting. Proper swim attire is required and strictly enforced. Work up a good sweat on the Park’s breathtaking thrills and rides then get your chill on. Admission is included in your one-price general admission to Canobie Lake Park.

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During the red carpet event at the VMAs this past weekend, Charlamange opened up about recently releasing the audio of boxing champ Floyd Mayweather Jr, struggling to read radio endorsements. Charlamagne took responsibility for instigating the release of the audio after 50 Cent released a video on social media challenging Floyd to an ALS/ESL Challenge, where he would donate $750,000 to any charity of Mayweather’s choice if he (Floyd) could read a single page out of the Harry Potter book series without faltering.
Charlamange, one third of The Power 105.1 Breakfast Club released the tapes on air soon after that. Check out the video below.
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“In hindsight I feel a little bad, only because he was recording drops for us,” the Power 105.1personality added. “I guess that was supposed to be a private thing but you can’t unring a bell. My job is to benefit the listeners first and foremost, entertain the listeners first and foremost, and to get ratings. You can’t get ratings without listeners. So I wanna do things that the listeners enjoy even though you may hate me for it or you may love me for that.”
Charlamange also stated as part of his explanation for leaking the tapes,
“I’m a journalist right? I feel like, I wanted to know what 50 was talking about ‘cause I didn’t know,” Charlamagne said. “So when my producer said, ‘Yo, we got audio of Floyd reading.’ I’m like, ‘Let me hear it.’ I listened to it, I’m like, ‘Let’s let the listeners hear this to see if he can read or not.’ That’s the question I asked: ‘Ya’ll think he can read?’ So I just felt like it was something that the listeners deserve to hear. I like to give people context to the content that’s constantly out there.
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The entry deadline is July 28th, 2023.
Our panel of judges will select their favorite designs, and we will publish those top designs in our September issue and on our website, FloristsReview.com, as well as our social media platforms.
The winning designers will have their work featured in our September issue, and the overall winner will receive a 4-page Florist Spotlight feature in an upcoming issue of Florists’ Review.


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If interested in rescuing or adopting any of our pets, please contact the Rescue Volunteer at (334) 878-5431 or send us a message through our facebook page and "like" to be updated when new pets are added. www.facebook.com/DogBonePerryCounty
Thank You so much for considering the adoption of a shelter pet!
Volunteers work with Perry County Animal Shelter and created a facebook page called Dog Bone Perry County, aka Dog Bone Rescue. All adoptable pets are given first shots and deworm upon arrival. Marion Veterinary Clinic also serves as the Perry County Animal Shelter.
Pet Supermarket in Montgomery, AL at the corner of Perry Hill Rd and Carmichael
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Welcome to S/Y Desiderata
S/Y Desiderata is a premium 66′ classic ketch, currently based in the Caribbean. A sister ship to Malabar XIII, the history behind this vessel adds romance and interest to an already enthralling boat.
John G. Alden originally designed this ketch to race personally; hence, she sails like a dream and stands out amongst the classic regatta yachts.
An entertaining and fun atmosphere exists on board this sailing yacht – Stuart and Julia – the professional and experienced crew – will ensure everyone has an enchanting and engaging sailing vacation.
This elegant and classic boat is fondly known as “Desi” by all who sail her.
2015 Caribbean Season
S/Y Desiderata is available for Caribbean regatta racing charters, chartered sailing weeks, and day sailing cruises. We sail throughout the Caribbean to islands such as Antigua, St Barths, the USVIs, the BVIs, St Maarten, St Lucia, St Vincent & the Grenadines, and Grenada. Below is the 2015 schedule for the Caribbean International Regatta Sailing Circuit. Please click on the links for full details of each regatta.
Panerai Classic Yacht Challenge Starting 7th January 2015 2 Places Available
Grenada Sailing Week 30th January – 4th February 2015. Not Available
Bespoke Charters 1 day to 3 weeks February & March 2015 Available
Jolly Harbour Valentine’s Regatta 13th – 15th February 2015
St. Maarten Heineken Regatta 5th- 8th March 2015
St. Barths Bucket Regatta 19th – 22nd March 2015
Island Hop Antigua to Anguilla 27th March – 6th April 2015 Fully booked
BVI Spring Regatta and Sailing Festival 30th March – 5th April 2015 Not Available
Antigua Classic Yacht Regatta 15th – 21st April 2015 Fully Booked
Antigua – Martinique – Barbados & Return Going To the Barbados 3rd Test (cricket) 22nd April – 13th May 2015 Fully Booked


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Pets are beloved family member and our pet memorial engraved stone for dogs and cats are the perfect way to honor them. These personalized stones can serve as a pet memorial marker or pet grave marker. They also make the perfect garden pet memorial among your flowers.
The dog or cat memorial stone is engraved with your pet’s name and a paw print. We create these from natural river rocks and they are meant to withstand the elements.
The paw print is suitable for either a dog or cat memorial stone.
The average size of this stone is 4 x 6″. This is a custom crafted item for you.
This listing is for one of the personalized pet memorial stones. Each river rock is engraved with the name you provide. The natural rocks have been cleaned and are deeply engraved to your specifications. After engraving, the letters are filled with monument grade colorant, adding contrast and depth to the design. Our technique creates a weather resistant keepsake for your garden, to enjoy for years to come.
Size, shape and color of the rocks vary. You will not get the rock pictured, but a beautiful rock that has been selected especially for you.
If you love our engraved stones, but have your own ideas, please contact us for a custom order.


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When most people think of the Civil War, they think of the huge battles that raged from Gettysburg to Atlanta. Few even realize that the Blue and the Gray also clashed in the arid Southwest, but they did because of a couple of Confederate schemers. Had their dreams come to pass, the outcome might have changed the war entirely.
One of those schemers was Confederate President Jefferson Davis, whose fascination with the Southwest probably began during his tenure there as a lieutenant during the Mexican-American War. Like many men of the period, Davis believed in Manifest Destiny: that the future lay in the west.
While he was President Franklin Pierce’s Secretary of War, Davis advocated for the Gadsden Purchase, in which the United States bought nearly 30,000 square miles of barren sand in what is now southern Arizona and southwestern New Mexico from Mexico. Davis pushed for this $10 purchase so the federal government could build a transcontinental railroad that would link the southern states to the deep-water ports of California. That railroad never materialized, in part because of the rancor the northern industrial states felt for the south after the Civil War.
Davis’ interest in the Southwest also prompted him to lobby Congress to purchase camels for a Camel Corps during his tenure as Secretary of War. The camels, purchased in the Middle East and brought by ship to Texas, worked as military pack animals because horses and mules had difficulty in the rocky and dry western territories that the U.S. acquired. Although they could carry a huge amount of baggage and travel for days without food or water, the fact that they spooked horses and mules and most soldiers disliked them doomed the Camel Corps.
Soon after he was chosen by acclamation to be the president of the Confederacy, Davis received a visit from another schemer, Henry Hopkins Sibley. A fellow graduate of West Point who had also served in the Mexican-American War, Sibley left his post fighting Navajos in New Mexico to travel to Richmond and talk Davis into supporting an invasion of New Mexico. Although there is no record of their meeting, apparently Davis needed little persuasion. Sibley walked in a Major and walked out a Brigadier General.
Sibley’s plan was to go to San Antonio, where he would organize a brigade of three regiments of Texans. Once he’d taken New Mexico, he’d proceed north and capture the gold mines of Colorado, then travel west and procure California’s gold and ports for the Confederacy. Had Sibley’s plan succeeded, the South might have had the economic means to better support its army. Further, Davis was convinced that winning the west would convince England and France to support the Southern cause.
Jennifer Bohnhoff teaches New Mexico History to 7th graders in Albuquerque. Her next book, Valverde, is a middle grade historical novel that follows two protagonists. One is a packer who travels with Sibley’s army into New Mexico. The other is a New Mexican boy determined to see all Americans, both Northerners and Southerners, out of his land.
Valverde will be available toward the end of this month. You can learn more about it and Jennifer's other books here.


(March 14, 2015; Day 74) – As Neutrogena crosses the Equator this evening there will be a certain disparity of feelings between the two skippers, Guillermo Altadill and José Muñoz, a rare situation in a partnership which is clearly working well. For Muñoz, from Algarrobo, Chile, will look to the stars tonight and feel like he is sailing out of his home hemisphere, whilst Catalan Altadill will be marking his return to his home Northern Hemisphere.
They are very much a complementary duo, a team which is working well, lying in second place. The sailing CV of Altadill extends to many pages, from Olympic coach to maxi multi record attempts. The boat they sail together was bui…
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A spectacular canyon country hiking experience in Utah
Experience Utah’s most famous national park as a standalone canyon country hiking experience or an add-on to a longer trip. Hike to the rim of Zion Canyon, wade through the cool waters of the Virgin River Narrows, and immerse yourself in the incredible red rock surroundings of Zion National Park. This unique natural environment sits on the border of an incredible physiographic region called the Colorado Plateau which is filled with spectacular rock formations. Sleep under the stars in the heart of Zion National Park on a backcountry camping and hiking adventure that is big on beauty.
Zion National Park is a natural playground for adventure lovers where you can explore highlights and hidden wonders like Scout Lookout and the Virgin River Narrows hike.
Take a stroll down the paved River Trail, buttressed by tumbling water on your left and a 3,000-foot cliff face on your right.
Experience the iconic Virgin River Narrows hike as you walk through moving water with your leader who will help you get your “stream legs” on your way to Orderville Canyon.
Take in the beauty of the serene Emerald Pools, named for their glorious green tones, then descend to the lawn of the historic Zion Lodge and enjoy a delicious picnic lunch.
Explore Snow Canyon which is like a mini Zion and cuts impressive walls from the lava-covered country above the rim through the slickrock country below.
This is a walking trip so a good fitness level will help you enjoying all included walks and activities.
In the event of high water, the Virgin River Narrows hike will be rerouted to a different trail in Zion. The Park is full of unforgettable hiking and scenery, so it’s easy to find an excellent substitute.
On our final day we will reach St. George in the late afternoon or early evening. This night’s accommodation is not included so please plan your departure accordingly, or pre-book a post-tour night.
Trip departures are unavailable.
There are currently no scheduled departures on our Hiking and Camping in Zion trip. If you are interested in other trips in the region visit one of the links below.
1. A completed registration form is required to join these trips. You will not be confirmed for the trip until your form has been received and reviewed. We may ask for a medical release signed by your physician for medical conditions or circumstances which could possibly compromise your safety or the safety of others on this trip – please speak to your agent for further details.
2. Travellers on this particular trip are not required to produce proof of full vaccination against COVID-19.
3. A signed disclaimer (Acknowledgement of Risks Form) is required at the time of booking for this trip – please speak to your agent for further details.
4. To help ensure this trip is right for you, this trip is subject to additional ‘Essential Eligibility Requirements’ – see the ‘Itinerary Disclaimer’ section of the Essential Trip Information for further details.
5.This trip is operated and run by Wildland Trekking, an Intrepid company. You will be travelling with a mixture of both Wildland Trekking customers and Intrepid customers.
6. Please note, pre-trip orientation meeting will take place at 5:00 PM day before trip starts at Best Western Coral Hills hotel in St George. We recommend you book a pre tour night in that hotel.
7. A single supplement is available. The single supplement applies to all nights of the trip and is subject to availability. Please speak to your booking agent for further information.
8. A single tent is provided to all solo travellers at no extra cost.
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