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With unprecedented focus on US President Elect Joe Biden's Irish roots, we republish an exclusive we first carried last month.
A letter written by Joe Biden — and published here for the first time — in the midst of British efforts to extradite a leading IRA man from the US has thrown fresh light on the Presidential candidate's favourable disposition to Irish nationalism.
In the letter, written on official Senate notepaper, Senator Biden rejects attempts to remove the political exemption clause from the US extradition treaty with Britain so that IRA volunteer Joe Doherty could be sent back to the H-Blocks.
Joe Doherty had been captured in North Belfast in 1980 after the IRA's feared M60 unit had engaged in a shootout which claimed the life of an SAS soldier. The following year, he was among a group of IRA volunteers who blasted their way out of the Crumlin Road jail, eventually making his way to the US.
After his detention in New York in 1983, Irish Americans rallied to the North Belfast man's cause, even naming the parking space outside the Manhattan Detention Center 'Joe Doherty Corner' in his honour.
British efforts to have Joe Doherty extradited dominated relations between President Reagan and British PM Margaret Thatcher but, led by Joe Biden, a coalition of Senators refused to permit the amendment of the Extradition Treaty to allow the dumping of the centuries-old exclusion for political offences.
In his letter to Jesuit priest Fr James Joyce (who would go on to serve in North Belfast for a period in the 1990s), then Senator Joe Biden accuses the Reagan administration of "seeking hasty Senate action on this treaty". He adds: "The treaty is being used to re-write our entire approach to the question of extradition and the definition of political offence. In my mind, it is far preferable to allow occasional judicial mistakes than to codify an approach that would have, for example, required the US to send Indian dissidents in the 1940s to England to stand trial."
Speaking to Belfastmedia.com this week, Joe Doherty said he recalled Senator Biden as the lead opponent of moves to amend the extradition treaty to enable him to be handed over to the British. At the time the Irish Government and their key supporters in the Senate were backing the amendment plan. "The Senate had to ratify the change to the Treaty and Joe Biden was firmly against giving in," he said. "There were 11 different court hearings right up to the Supreme Court to try to extradite me but on every occasion, the judges ruled that my case was a classic example of the political offence exclusion. We brought Sean McBride, Fr Des, Bernadette Devlin and other witnesses over from the North to tell the courts the truth about what was happening back home and on each occasion, the courts came down on our side."
Frustrated, US authorities had to turn to immigration legislation in order to deport the IRA man, handing him over to the RUC in London in 1992. He was released under the terms of the Good Friday Agreement in 1998.
While barred from re-entry to the US, Joe Doherty was pleased to hear that Joe Biden was asking after him when he served as Vice-President to Barack Obama. "Monica McWilliams told me that she met Joe Biden in the White House and he asked her, 'do you know a Joe Doherty over there?'. She was able to say that she did and she had a magazine with her which had a picture of me engaged in cross-community peacebuilding in North Belfast. The Vice-President said he was glad to hear I was doing well."
We can’t allow the Good Friday Agreement that brought peace to Northern Ireland to become a casualty of Brexit.— Joe Biden (@JoeBiden) September 16, 2020
Any trade deal between the U.S. and U.K. must be contingent upon respect for the Agreement and preventing the return of a hard border. Period. https://t.co/Ecu9jPrcHL
While continuing to be immersed in community projects in North Belfast, Joe Doherty admits to following the US election with a keener eye than most. "I wasn't surprised that Joe Biden came out immediately to roast the British over their attempts to rewrite the EU Withdrawal Agreement," he said.
"He is very proud Irish American who knows the politics here only too well and will be a great friend to Ireland if elected as President on 3 November."

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Creating Utopia: Imagining and Making Futures will explore the intersection between art, culture and the natural environment as the inaugural conference of the Lorne Sculpture Biennale.
The 2018 Biennale, held from 17 March-2 April, is devoted to the curatorial theme 'Landfall', expressing pertinent global issues of nature and endangerment. Artists' sculptural work will feature along a four-kilometre trail in the coastal town of Lorne, along the Great Ocean Road.
The conference will bring together a group of people investigating through research and practice the themes of 'Landfall': art and environment, sustainability and impact on human and earth futures. Papers will reflect on issues of environmental decline and degradation, and the wider processes of social and environmental transformation and the regeneration of nature.
Melbourne School of Design staff are among the invited speakers, including Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Urban Design David Mah, Senior Lecturer in Architecture and Urban Design Leire Asensio-Villoria, and Professor in Landscape Architecture and Heritage Ray Green. Senior Lecturer in Architecture Lindy Joubert is the Lorne Sculpture Biennale President and Conference Organiser.
The conference will be held over two days from 23-24 March, with registration on Thursday 22 March from 4-7pm. An optional speakers' lunch is on Sunday 25 March at Qdos Arts.
Single-day, two-day and student registrations are available. Find more information and register to attend here.

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CHAMPAIGN – This is a man who has taken part in the biggest sporting event in the world not once but twice.
He’s been apart of a number of playoff games and conference championships in the National Football League where the eyes of the world, not just the nation, were on his and the performance of his team.
That won’t be the case of Saturday when Lovie Smith runs out of the tunnel on the Northeast end of Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon. A healthy but not a sellout crowd will greet him as the veteran coach takes the field for the first time as a head coach in the collegiate ranks at Illinois.
This is no Super Bowl XXXVI when he was the defensive coordinator for the St. Louis Rams or Super Bowl XLI when he was the head coach of the Bears. Still the game against Murray State brings out a number of emotions for the long tenured coach.
“Butterflies, excitement, anticipation for that week,” is how Smith described his emotions before his first game with the Illini. “There’s nothing like it; each one is different.”
Certainly this one is for Smith who was hired by Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman just two months after being fired unceremoniously in Tampa Bay after two seasons with the Buccaneers. He takes over a program that was riddled in controversy and lost in mediocrity under Tim Beckman before he was fired before the 2015 season.
Bill Cubit took over on an interim basis, went 5-7, got the full-time job before Whitman replaced him with Smith in March. The move caught outsiders off guard considering the rarity of a post-recruiting coaching change and the fact that Smith hasn’t coached in college since 1995.
While hope is high for the future there are modest expectations for Smith out of the gate. The game against the Racers on Saturday at 2:30 P.M. will be one of the few games which the Illini are favored this season. Yet the adrenaline will be pumping for the coach just like it did for two decades in the NFL.
“For me coming back now, it’s been a long time since I’ve walked in the stadium and there’s a band playing, cheerleaders, just excitement of young people around,” said Smith. “So there’s a lot of excitement to put it mildly.”
NORTHWESTERN: If Only the Schedule Were Like Basketball
EVANSTON – There are a few reasons why Pat Fitzgerald is feeling pretty good as the 2016 season approaches.
His Northwestern team is coming off a ten-win season and returns their quarterback, running back along with one of the best linebackers in the country in Anthony Walker Jr..
The coach’s comments about the Wildcats’ training camp have mostly been positive so it would seem as if he feels pretty good about the team’s season opener on Saturday against Western Michigan. But when it comes to any team there is never telling how good they are till they actually get on the field.
There is no preseason and for the Wildcats or an easy match-up to start out the year since the Broncos come in with a solid offense mostly back from an 8-win season in 2015.
“I look forward to watching our guys play,” said Fitzgerald. “It’s one thing to practice, it’s another thing to watch them go play. I wish we were playing Carl Sandburg High School but we’re not.”
With that line of thinking in his head, Fitzgerald took a minor jab at friend Chris Collins’ men’s basketball program. They will open the season with relatively easy games against Mississippi Valley State and Eastern Washington before getting into the difficult part of their non-conference slate.
Collins’ opportunity to get his team on the floor against a weaker opponent is something Fitzgerald wishes he could have.
“I saw our non-conference schedule, that would be cool, that would be awesome,” said Fitzgerald of the basketball team. “But that’s not the deal. That’s not what football gets.”
NOTRE DAME: Snap Judgements in Austin
SOUTH BEND – On media day he was quick to come out and say that he would go with two quarterbacks in the opening game of the 2016 season.
About two weeks later, Brian Kelly was again honest with his thoughts on where the majority of the attention for Notre Dame’s opener against Texas in Austin will be.
“I think a lot of attention, a lot of eyes, a lot of national media and local media will be wanting to focus on that,”said Kelly of the signal callers on both sides. “But sometimes when you focus on the quarterbacks, you forget there are a lot of other things going on out there and there’s a lot of talented players on both sides that will have to step up and make plays.”
For the Irish, however, it will have to start with their quarterbacks.
DeShone Kizer and Malik Zaire’s play was so strong during training camp that Kelly felt the need to use both for the opener against the Longhorns. Zaire was the opening day starter last season but a broken ankle in the second game of the season put Kizer in the spotlight.
He would go onto throw for 2,884 yards and 21 touchdowns compared to just ten interceptions as the Irish finished the season 10-3 with an appearance in the Fiesta Bowl.
Playing two quarterbacks is something Kelly has done in the past at Notre Dame – including the 2012 undefeated regular season with Everett Golson and Tommy Rees – so he’s not worried about any issues with splitting reps or snaps.
“They’re two veteran players. They know how to play. They would like to be the guy, but they want to win, and they’ll do whatever is necessary to win and find a way to win the game,” said Kelly. “So we get to pregame, they kick the ball off. We’re on the sidelines, the game starts, and they’ll be fine.
“When all the press conferences are over and we’re done talking about it, they’ll be fine.”

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The February issue of Latitude 38 includes a perspective from former Oakland Marina harbormaster Brock de Lappe on the deteriorating state of the Oakland waterfront.
The City of Oakland’s annual budget is about $2.3 billion and it has over 4,800 employees, but that doesn’t appear to be enough to take care of its waterfront. Like Long Beach, it’s a city blessed with a large, successful shipping port, plus over two miles of shoreline theoretically available for public access and recreational use. Unlike Long Beach, much of the Oakland waterfront is littered with trash and overrun with derelict boats that continue to sink, wash ashore, and pollute the Estuary. Despite their budgets, the City and Port of Oakland seem unable or unwilling to manage much of their own waterfront.
The Long Beach waterfront and shoreline marinas are shining examples of what is possible for a well-run waterfront. Long Beach’s waterfront boasts a long, clean walkway continuously busy with people walking, running, biking and roller skating past thriving businesses and welcoming parks.
Jack London Square and the new $3.5 billion Brooklyn Basin development demonstrate the potential, but not far from these waterfront upgrades, basic care for the waterfront goes missing.


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ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Bahrain has formally linked Iran to the Shi'ite revoltin the Gulf Cooperation Council kingdom.
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ABU DHABI [MENL] -- Saudi Arabia faces major unrest amid the decline of itsprivate sector.
Apr 12, 2016
TEL AVIV [MENL] -- Israel, under massive U.S. pressure, has allowed theillegal construction of what could become Hamas safe havens in the WestBank, a report said.
Mar 11, 2016
BAGHDAD [MENL] -- Iraq has lost control of the south to Iran and its Shi'itetribal proxies.

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The sound source localization technique is widely applied to target detection and localization. However, the application of conventional sound source localization methods is limited in actual environment because of estimation accuracy, computational complexity, and flexibility of the environment. In order to improve the sound source localization performance in actual environment, a fast and robust radial basis function (RBF) neural network based on global K-means clustering with adaptive selection radius is proposed in this paper. In the proposed method, an adaptive selection radius is calculated according to the population density sampling method to remove unnecessary points around cluster centers during the global K-means clustering; thus, compared with the conventional neural network, a fast optimization of hidden layer neuron parameters can be achieved. Afterward, the RBF neural network is trained to locate the sound source by solving nonlinear equations of the time difference of arrival and sound source location. Because of the adoption of adaptive selection radius in global K-means clustering, the proposed method can provide desirable performance with low computational complexity. Based on the simulated and actual experimental data, the proposed method is verified and an improved performance is achieved compared with that of conventional neural network sound source localization methods.
- Adaptive selection radius
- global K-means clustering
- radial basis function (RBF) neural network
- sound source localization
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Nicki Minaj Is Everything in David Guetta’s ‘Hey Mama’ Video
The entire video is like a rave that wasn’t very well advertised so only a few people heard about it and showed up in the desert — but that’s all right, sometimes less really is more. There’s a whole lot of dancing and acrobatics taking place. We really have to hand it to the dancers in this video — if we were asked to do cartwheels and somersaults in even the most controlled of environments it would most likely end in disaster. And if we were asked to do the same in a desert environment it would most likely end in death, so kudos to everyone twirling and spinning about with wild abandon without even breaking a sweat.
Nicki Minaj, meanwhile, looks like an upgraded version of the Nicki we remember from when she first erupted onto mainstream radio — her cotton candy pink wig is an evolved version of "Super Bass"-era Minaj, and her black fishnet bodysuit is undeniably kickass. It may be Guetta’s track, but Minaj is absolutely in control. And that shouldn’t really come as a surprise to anyone who’s followed anything she’s done over the past few years. Minaj is probably one of the few artists who could hold her own in a video with pop powerhouse Beyonce — which she did when they dropped the shock of the month with their “Feeling Myself” video yesterday (May 18).
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TAMPA, Fla. - It's been nearly two weeks since Florida slowly began reopening under the governor's three-phase plan to reopen Florida from the coronavirus shutdowns. Friday, Gov. Ron DeSantis made the long-awaited announcement that gyms and fitness centers will be the next businesses allowed to reopen, while restaurants and stores can expand capacity.
"Today, we are going to move into, effective Monday, into a full phase one," the governor said in a Jacksonville press conference. "I think that this is appropriate given the progress that Florida has made."
The governor also said museums and libraries can reopen to 50-percent capacity, professional sports teams can gather without fans, and he invited amusement parks to submit plans to reopen.
In a surprising move to some, gyms were left out of the initial phase-one opening on May 4, then skipped again when salons were cleared to reopen this week. But the governor says the state's efforts to flatten the COVID-19 curve have been successful enough that limited indoor workouts can begin.
"This is a respiratory virus that tends to attack people who have health problems or are not in good physical condition. So don't we want people to stay in shape?" DeSantis continued.
Many Florida gyms began closing down in mid-March, even before the governor ordered them to close as non-essential businesses in his 'safer-at-home' order. In the meantime, owners have told FOX 13 they've been working on plans to reopen and how they'll be able to do that while keeping everyone safe and socially-distanced.
“Great news! Awesome! We're ready,” exclaimed Rich Pond, owner of Crossfit Apogee in Apollo Beach. "Here at this gym we've already prepared. We're spaced out 11 feet."
Sam Farina, owner of Crossfit Rebels in Clearwater, explained that each person in the gym will have their own station that's 6 feet away from others. Before and after workouts, workers will wipe down and sanitize the equipment.
Farina also said workers will keep an record of which stations clients are using in the gym, so that if anyone does end up testing positive for COVID-19, they can contact trace and alert anyone who was working out with the same equipment.
“To sweat by each other and push through something that’s hard so that we can show each other that we can do it, not having that ability has made me a weaker person," Farina told FOX 13.
Last week, Pinellas County saw a unique protest as gym owners did push-ups and squats in front of the county courthouse.
As of Thursday, the total number of known COVID-19 cases in Florida had reached 43,210 and the number of deaths had reached 1,875, according to the state Department of Health.
After two peaks in early and mid-April, the state’s curve has generally flattened over the last few weeks. Since April 18, the state has averaged just under 700 new cases per day. That’s down to a level that the health care system can handle, according to Gov. DeSantis.
“In terms of new cases, [there are] clearly fewer cases coming in, even with all the testing,” DeSantis said Friday, blaming many of the recent cases on prison outbreaks. "We never really rocketed high, like New Jersey or New York."
The governor's safer-at-home order ended May 4, kicking off phase one of the reopening plan, but in a more limited version than what the White House and his own task force said could be allowed. Now, the governor says indoor movie theaters are the only part of that plan that still cannot operate.
"I think the only thing we aren't doing in the president's guidelines is movie theaters," DeSantis said. "When you're in an enclosed indoor environment, the virus is just more transmittable. Of course, drive-through theaters are 100% fine."
Specifically, here’s what is now allowed, and not allowed, under phase one as of Monday, May 18:
- Restaurants can offer outdoor seating with 6-foot spacing between tables and indoor seating is limited to 50% capacity
- Retail stores can operate at 50% of indoor capacity
- Barbershops and hair salons can operate with 25% of indoor capacity
- Gyms can open to 50-percent capacity with proper social distancing and sanitizing
- Elective surgeries can resume
- No changes to closures for bars, nightclubs, and theaters
- Schools remain distance-learning only
- Visits to senior living facilities are still prohibited
- Some state parks are open again
- Pharmacists may administer COVID-19 tests
- Local governments may have more restrictive policies than the state
"Bars were not included in the phase one White House guidance," DeSantis noted, when asked Friday. "I didn't feel the need to jump on that."
The governor also said he wanted all staff to be tested for COVID-19 as part of the full phase-one plan. And he invited theme parks to submit plans to reopen, including target dates and specific details about how they would keep guests safe.
Theme parks are mentioned as possibly reopening in phase two of the plan, along with bars, nightclubs, vacation rentals, and sports venues.
DeSantis said, if county governments want to open vacation and short-term rentals, they can submit a request with a safety plan.
"We're telling counties if you want short-term rentals, you request it. If you tell me you're going to rent it out to people in New York City, I'll probably not approve it…It will be on a case-by-case basis."
Here's what may be allowed as Florida enters phase two, based on the governor’s previously released outline:
- Bars, pubs, and nightclubs that derive more than 50% of sales from alcohol should operate at 50-percent of capacity with an emphasis on diminished standing-room capacity and prioritizing outdoor service. They should keep table 6 feet apart and restrict groups to 10 or fewer people.
- Restaurants can increase indoor capacity to 75%, with appropriate social distancing still in place and tables 6 feet apart. Parties should not exceed 10.
- Retail stores can increase capacity to 75%. Signage should promote social distancing and cleaning protocols should be in place.
- Gyms and fitness centers can reopen at 75% capacity. Social distancing and sanitation protocols must be in place and patrons should be separated by 6 feet.
- Barbershops and salons can increase capacity to 75% with regular cleanings and social distancing in place. Employees and customers are advised to wear masks and other PPE.
- Large venues, like movie theaters, concert halls, auditoriums, bowling alleys, arcades, playhouses, and casinos, can reopen at no more than 75% capacity and with strict social distancing protocols. Parties cannot exceed 10.
- Large spectator sporting events should limit venue occupancy to 50% and use strict social distancing.
- Theme parks may consider reopening with capacity limits, strict social distancing, and proper cleaning measures.
- Public beaches will be fully open.
- State parks will be open during the day but overnight accommodations will remain closed. Large activities and events are not permitted.
- Individuals can resume non-essential travel.
- All employers should continue to encourage teleworking while plans to implement employees back to work begin. However, all employers are advised to screen employees before they return to work for COVID-19 symptoms. If practical, take the temperature of each employee.
- Vacation rentals can open and operate for in-state reservations only. Those traveling from other states or internationally cannot place rentals.
- Local government meetings can resume with no more than 50 people in attendance.
Phase three, the final part of the plan, would be a lifting of nearly all restrictions in Florida, with a continued focus on vulnerable populations. The governor also did not specify when that might happen.
"Protecting the vulnerable is something that is not going to change as we continue to reopen Florida," the governor added Friday.


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What Inspired you to do a Soul Art journey?
My beautiful friend Joanne sent me your link and as l was in a creation storm of out pouring paintings l felt your group was full of love and was instantly inspired by your creation vortex love your group energy
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Love beauty the Divine Sacred Feminine activation with in myself and my art
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Batman: Arkham Asylum | 3 Sep 2009 // 5:00 PM
It is a great homage to the character that the developers seem to clearly understand how to make the player feel like they inhabit the Batman's skin.
The Secret to Sequels | 10 Dec 2013 // 2:00 AM
The key to a good sequel is trying not to erase or even compete with what has come before. A sequel ought to complement its predecessor, not improve upon it.
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Batman: Arkham City is so much bigger than the Asylum, but is that a good thing?

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Sports betting on online casinos is trendy in the digital world today. If you’re a newbie, it’s important to have knowledge about how it works so you make good decisions and don’t get confused.
Here are the steps you can follow:
- Choose an online casino with sports betting available.
- Make an account, learn the site, and fill your bankroll with cash.
- After that, it’s bet time! Check out the sports betting section and look at the chances of each game.
- Pick the wager type like straight bets, parlays, or teasers.
- Then, approve your wager and wait for the result.
If you win, you get money added to your bankroll. If you lose, the money will be taken away. Remember, gamble responsibly and don’t attempt to recover your losses – another chance will come soon.
Understanding Online Casino Sports Betting
Online casino sports betting is a trend. People seeking a new type of gambling thrill find it enjoyable. It’s a great way to get extra cash from home. But, to begin, knowledge of the system is key. This guide will introduce the basics of online casino sports betting. With this, you’ll be able to start with confidence.
Difference between online and traditional sports betting
Sports betting is a form of gambling. It means wagering on a sports event’s outcome. Traditional sports betting has been around for many years. People placed their bets at physical sportsbooks or with bookies. But, lately, online sports betting has grown in popularity.
The main difference between these two forms of sports betting is how bets are placed. Traditional sports betting requires people to physically visit a sportsbook or bookie to place their wagers. This can be tedious and inconvenient.
On the other hand, online sports betting allows bettors to place their bets from their own homes. All they need is a computer or mobile device with internet connection. Plus, online sportsbooks offer more betting options, better odds, and bigger bonuses and promotions. They even offer access to international events and niche sports.
Despite its advantages, it’s essential to practice responsible gambling and bet within your means. Pro tip: Always check the legality of online sports betting in your area before placing any bets.
Basics of sports betting
Sports betting is predicting the outcome of sports events and placing a wager on it. With online betting sites, you can get it done from home.
Things to know before betting:
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The bets vary by online casino and sport. These are the main ones.
Before You Start Betting
Sports betting can be thrilling and profitable. Before you begin online betting, there are some facts to learn. It’s essential to understand the fundamentals of sports betting, such as the different bets you can make, the terms used, and the steps you need to take to place a bet. This section will provide a thorough look at what should be known before you start betting online.
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Researching an online casino prior to betting is essential for a safe and fun time. Here are some points to keep in mind:
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Understanding bonus and promotion offers
Bonus and promotion offers are a great way for online casinos to bring in new players and keep current ones. But, it’s important to understand the offer’s terms and conditions before betting. Here are some key points to remember:
- Check the wagering requirements: Most bonuses come with wagering requirements. This means you must bet the bonus amount multiple times before withdrawing any winnings.
- Understand game restrictions: Some bonuses only apply to certain games. So check which games are eligible before playing.
- Read the fine print: Read the terms and conditions carefully. Pay attention to any expiry dates or other rules.
By knowing the terms and conditions of bonus and promotion offers, you can make wise decisions about whether to accept them and how to use them properly in your online casino sports betting.
Setting a budget and bankroll management
Managing your bankroll is key before doing online casino sports betting. It’s the process of tracking spending and not going over what you can afford.
Here are some tips:
- Work out how much money you can lose without it affecting your life.
- Divide the budget into smaller amounts and only use one for each bet.
- Try a system like the Martingale for managing your bankroll.
- Set a loss limit and don’t go over it.
- Remember, sports betting is not a guarantee of making money, so only bet what you can afford to lose.
By setting a budget and managing your bankroll, you can have fun with online casino sports betting and reduce the chance of financial loss.
Finding the Right Betting Sites
Beginning to search for online sports betting sites? It can be quite daunting, with so many choices. Let us help. This guide will show you how to find the best one for you. We’ll tell you what features to search for, what types of bets to place, and how to get the most from your experience.
Reputation and Trustworthiness
Reputation and trustworthiness are important when choosing an online casino sports betting site. Here’s what to consider:
- Look for a licensed, regulated site.
- Check reviews from other users.
- Verify the site has encryption to secure your data.
- It should offer a variety of payment options and fast payments.
- Be wary of sites that pressure you to deposit large amounts or offer unrealistic bonuses.
Keeping these factors in mind can help you find a secure, reliable betting site. Pro tip: Research and be cautious. Don’t hesitate to reach out to customer support if needed.
User Interface, Mobile Compatibility, and Live Betting Options
When choosing a betting site for online casino sports betting, three important things to consider are:
- User Interface: Look for a site with a user-friendly layout. Check if there are clear menus, well-organized tabs, and simple instructions.
- Mobile Compatibility: If you want to bet on the go, make sure the site is designed for mobile use. It should have fast page-loading speeds and graphics that adjust to fit smaller screens.
- Live Betting Options: Look for a site that offers live betting if you want an exciting betting experience. This lets you place bets while the game is taking place, so you can react to any changes quickly.
By thinking about these three factors when selecting a betting site, you can get the best betting experience and increase your chances of success.
Variety of Sports and Betting Markets Available
Online casino sports betting offers a range of different sports and markets for players. Football, basketball, baseball, eSports, darts, and table tennis are some of the options.
For every sport, there are various types of bets available, like money line bets, point spreads, totals, and futures. Betting markets also have different odds, outcomes, and potential payouts. Examples are wagering on the game outcome, predicting total scores, and guessing tournament or season winners.
To find the right betting sites, look at their reputations, security features, and bonuses/promotions. Plus, make sure these sites are licensed by a trusted authority.
Pro tip: Do research on teams, players, and markets to increase your chances of winning.
Depositing and Withdrawing Funds
Online casino sports betting is not complete without understanding how to deposit and withdraw funds. New players may feel overwhelmed, so here’s the scoop: there are several ways to finance your account. Choose the one that best fits you! This guide will explain the different methods of depositing and withdrawing funds.
Popular Deposit and Withdrawal Options
Online casino sports betting requires popular deposit and withdrawal options. These help players add money to their account and withdraw winnings. Here are some of the most popular ones:
- Credit/debit cards: Instant, seamless transactions.
- E-wallets: PayPal, Skrill, and Neteller. Avoid sharing financial info with the casino.
- Bank transfers: Secure, though less convenient.
- Cryptocurrencies: Cryptos like Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Litecoin are safe, reliable, and untraceable.
Beginners should choose a deposit and withdrawal option they’re comfortable with. Pro Tip: Pick a reputed, trustworthy sportsbook with PCI and SSL certifications for secure transactions.
Fees, limits, and processing times
When it comes to online casino sports betting, understanding the fees, limits and processing times of each method used is essential.
Deposits can be made through:
- Credit/debit cards, which usually have higher deposit limits and almost instant processing. But, a service fee may be charged;
- E-wallets like PayPal, which have lower deposit limits but offer anonymous transactions and avoid service fees;
- Bank transfers, which have no limits and are free, but may take up to three days to process;
- Prepaid cards, which are easy to obtain with high deposit limits, however, transactional fees may be applied.
For withdrawals, similar methods apply with different fees, limits and processing times. E-wallets are the fastest and free of charge. Credit and debit card withdrawals may take up to five working days and may be free. Bank transfers and prepaid cards may take up to seven working days and may incur a charge.
It is crucial to evaluate each method before making a decision for the online casino sports betting transaction.
Safety and Security Measures in Place
Safety and security should be your top priority when it comes to online casino sports betting.
The best online casinos use advanced encryption tech to secure your private and financial data from cybercriminals. Leading casinos provide a selection of trusted payment options for you to deposit and withdraw, such as credit cards, bank transfers and e-wallets.
To guarantee fair gaming and player protection, reputable online casinos have licenses from recognized regulatory bodies and stick to strict rules.
Also, take steps to protect your online security. Use strong passwords, enable two-factor authentication, and never share personal or financial info with others.
Pro Tip: Always do research before selecting an online casino to make sure you’re playing on a secure and trusted platform.
Placing a Bet
Betting on an online casino sportsbook is a cinch! Pick a site, register an account, and select the sport and the type of bet. Before you place the bet, it’s essential to comprehend the main terms and concepts. In this article, we’ll explain the procedures to place a bet and also go through some of the most critical terms and ideas.
Understanding Odds and Lines
Gettin’ the hang of odds and lines is a must for successful online casino sports betting. They decide how much you gain or lose on a bet, and can be different for various sports, competitions and bookmakers.
Odds show the probability of a certain result – winning, scoring or hitting a home run. They are expressed as fractions or decimals, and can be positive or negative.
Lines refer to the point spread or expected gap between victory and defeat for a team or individual. They can also be applied to the total points scored in a game, or the over/under bet.
Comprehending odds and lines takes time and practice, but can boost your chances of making a winning bet. So, before making a bet, make sure you can read and interpret odds and lines for an informed decision.
Types of bets available
Sports betting online is full of different bets! Here’s a list of the most popular ones:
- Moneyline Bet: Bet on which team will win.
- Point Spread Bet: Gives an underdog an advantage, and a favorite a handicap.
- Over/Under Bet: Bet on how many points will be scored.
- Proposition Bet: Place a bet on an event, like which player will score first.
Knowing these bets is essential for winning more!
Tips and Strategies for Winning Bets
Winning bets in online casino sports betting isn’t about luck. It’s about having a plan! Here are some valuable tips to help you out:
- Research and analyze your bets before placing them.
- Learn the sport and teams you’re betting on.
- Manage your bankroll, so you don’t bet more than you can afford.
- Choose a reputable site that’s licensed and regulated.
- Understand the odds and how they work.
- Don’t bet on your favorite team/player too often – it could cloud your judgement.
- Track your bets and outcomes to identify patterns.
- Adjust your strategy if needed.
Implement these strategies and you’ll increase your chances of winning and maximize profits!
Sports betting online can be super exciting! Just remember to stay responsible. Set a budget and stick to it. Take breaks, and keep track of your wins and losses. Pay attention to how you’re feeling, and don’t try to chase your losses. Have fun – but stay responsible!
Signs of Problem Gambling
Do you or someone you know show signs of problem gambling? These common signs include:
- Spending too much time and money on betting.
- Struggling to stop or control gambling.
- Becoming agitated when trying to quit.
- Using gambling to escape problems.
- Losing personal relationships or responsibilities because of it.
- Lying or hiding the behavior from others.
If these signs sound familiar, it’s important to seek help. There are many resources available including self-help groups and professional counseling services. Plus, when engaging in casino sports betting online, remember to gamble responsibly and set limits. This will help you avoid becoming a problem gambler.
Self-Exclusion and Setting Limits
Self-exclusion and setting limits are key for practicing responsible gambling when it comes to online casino sports betting. Betting on a broad range of sporting events from football to basketball, horse racing and more is possible, but it is essential to know how to stay secure and gamble responsibly.
Self-exclusion is a program that allows individuals to voluntarily remove themselves from online sports betting sites for a set time, usually six months or a year. It is a great tool for those who have gambling addiction or have trouble stopping themselves from placing bets.
On the other hand, setting limits is another way to promote responsible gambling, especially in managing finances related to online sports betting. This involves limiting the amount of money that can be deposited, lost or wagered daily, weekly or monthly. These limits can be changed, but require a cool-off period to prevent compulsive gambling.
By using these tools, responsible gambling can be practiced and the risks of online sports betting can be managed properly.
Resources for Help and Support.
Responsible gambling is a must for all online casino sports-betting. Thankfully, there are lots of resources to help those with gambling-related issues. Here are some you can turn to for aid:
- The National Council on Problem Gambling (NCPG). They work to raise awareness and offer confidential support to those affected by problem gambling.
- Gamblers Anonymous (GA). This fellowship offers help and support to individuals in their journey to recovery from gambling addiction.
- Gambling Therapy. This online resource provides advice and help to people impacted by problem gambling, and their loved ones.
It’s vital to ask for help if you or someone you know has gambling troubles. It’s never too late to get the support you require.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is online casino sports betting?
A: Online casino sports betting is a form of gambling in which players bet on the outcome of sporting events through an online platform provided by a casino.
Q: How does online casino sports betting work?
A: To participate in online casino sports betting, players must create an account with a casino that offers this service, deposit funds into their account, select the sport and event they wish to bet on, and place their wager. If their prediction is correct, they win money.
Q: Is online casino sports betting legal?
A: The legality of online casino sports betting varies by country and region. Players should research their local laws regarding online gambling before participating.
Q: What types of sports can I bet on in online casino sports betting?
A: The types of sports that players can bet on in online casino sports betting depend on the casino offering the service. Common sports include football, basketball, baseball, and soccer.
Q: What are the risks of online casino sports betting?
A: The risks of online casino sports betting include losing money, developing a gambling addiction, and exposing oneself to fraud or identity theft. It is important for players to bet responsibly and only wager what they can afford to lose.

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Quoting on the collaboration, Dipali Goenka, Managing Director, Welspun Global Brands Ltd, and and Executive Director, Welspun India Ltd said, “We are happy to be associated with MediaCom as we were looking for a media planning and buying partner who has a deep understanding of our sector and could support us strategically to meet our business goals.”
This is MediaCom’s 8th win in 2015. Since January 2015, MediaCom has added billings worth $80 million from new wins, on its way to beat the 2014 number of $100 million. The 2015 wins include SAB Miller, Urban Ladder, Subway, Bose, Mango, Dainik Bhaskar, Mydala and now Welspun.
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Americans are conditioned to keep eating until they’re stuffed, but residents of Okinawa eat until they’re 80% full. They even have a name for this naturally slimming habit: hara hachi bu. We can adopt this healthy habit by dishing out 20% less food, according to researcher Brian Wansink, PhD. His studies show most people don’t miss it.
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I started eating paleo 2 months ago. I lost 17 pounds rather quickly but the last 3 weeks it is lose a little, gain a little. I used to have a horrible diet. I have given up all types of desserts, all pastas, all breads and muffins, all soda and syrupy coffee. I did not exercise at all and now I walk 2-3 miles 5 times a week. I am really frustrated that after all this the weight just is not moving. I need to lose almost 100 pounds yet and am getting really discouraged. I basically eat nothing but meat, vegetables, and some fruit, and drink water. What am I doing wrong?
Best to eat lean fish such as cod or fattier fish like salmon and mackerel (which are rich in inflammation-fighting omega-3 fatty acids) – all grilled, broiled, seared or prepared sushi-style, he says.
Enjoy the rich flavor of sweet potatoes? While home on Sundays, cook up a batch. Wrap each one in foil and bake for about an hour at 425 degrees F, or until their luscious, sweet juices start to ooze out into the foil. At work the following week, just pop one in the microwave for a quick warm-up. They’re loaded with taste, so they don’t need any extra toppings. If you want a little zest, swirl in a teaspoon or two of no-salt-added Dijon mustard or a quarter cup of plain nonfat Greek yogurt.
Katherine, you’ve missed the point. Chris’ and Einstein’s comments aren’t intended as stand-alone advice. They’re both assuming that hormonal factors are already being addressed by a Paleo style diet.
My big question was regarding the big breakfast small dinner concept. I see a new study that points at a huge differential vs. the small breakfast big dinner. I have been on and off primarily due to vacations but am hitting it hard now. I notice that with the big breakfast that there is little to now desire for nighttime snacking.
Of course he’s happy that I am no longer anxious and depressed, and it really helps when your wife is hot and you can be proud to show her off. But, honestly, he came kicking and screaming. At first, he was happy to eat whatever I cooked at home but he would eat whatever he wanted when he went out for lunch. He started feeling sick after he did this and came to the conclusion that he was intolerant to wheat. But that was a realization he needed to make on his own. Me nagging him and talking incessantly about nutrition makes his eyes glaze over. He’s now mostly paleo but as a family we still eat dairy, rice and on occasion, corn.
Great article! As someone who formerly struggled with an ED, I tried Paleo a few years ago but stopped after a few months of frustration. After suffering from vertigo and severe migraines, my neurologist as well as my ENT suggested I try it. I chuckled at the but I figured I’d give it ago. Fifty days later, I haven’t had one headache or migraine, my vertigo is gone, I am sleeping through the night for the first time in perhaps 20 years, and I lost 16 pounds and have a lot more energy.
What you guys have to remember is that you’re fourteen. It could just be a simple case of cutting out all junk food and making your meal portions a wee bit smaller which will make you lose weight. Your bodies are still developing so make sure you don’t cut out too much as you are going through a lot of growth and development at the moment.
I started a Primal?Paleo diet about two weeks ago. I am still STARVING all the time and am not losing weight. Eggs and bacon for breakfast, veggie, 1/2 serving of fruit and avocado smoothie for lunch, then some protein, fat and veggies for dinner. Most times I am starving within two hours of dinner and can’t sleep. I have snacked on nuts, pickles and hard boiled eggs.
I have made the bread in the book against the grains and one batch of the muffins that my husband loved. Did not eat this on a daily bases. Old habit all in moderation and did know if l could. Feeling a little discouraged, l have little to were everything is to small and l will not buy new clothes l have a nice wardrobe. l do not know what to do or what l am doing wrong.
That was about 15 years ago and umteen diets later I still can’t loose that weight. Had some success with extreme diets that had me weak and fainting, but other diets that used to work like Weight Watchers, Atkins, low glycemic, you name it have little to. I impact.
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While a low-carbohydrate or low-fat diet can help you lose weight, the relative merits of each of these types of diet on the cardiovascular system are currently being studied. A few important things to remember:
Green Tea Extra Strength does a lot more than just helping you to lose weight. The polyphenols in green tea are also useful in preventing swelling and inflammation. This property of green tea facilitates the joint and muscle movement, promoting the overall well-being of the body. Additionally, catechins in green tea lower the risk of infection and restrain the growth of harmful bacteria. In other words, this pill enhances the dental health as well.
So it’s probably quite clear now, that I have very little knowledge of the science behind my diet and exercise plan, but I do know that it works for me, and I hope it helps some of you to achieve some good results!
One appetite harnessing substance: I think you already know about Glucomannan, which I mentioned in some previous parts. Along with reducing your weight, Adiphene will decrease your hunger and you will eat less than usual. And because you don’t need to exercise while using these pills, preparing an appropriate diet would be necessary. You certainly don’t want to get exhausted, do you?
The way you prepare your dinner will help you stick to your heart-healthy diet. Select lean cuts of meat and trim fat (and remove poultry skin) before cooking. Broil meat instead of pan-frying it, and drain fat from foods before eating them.
By embracing spicy food, you could be tricking your body into eating less, suggests a study in the June 2014 issue of Appetite. In the small Danish study, adding one gram of red chili pepper to each meal kept participants more satiated and full whether they consumed 100% or only 75% of their daily calories and prevented them from overeating after dinner. You can put this to work for you very easily since one gram is approximately one-fourth of a teaspoon.

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Parliament will work overtime until the end of this week in order to deal with all the tasks that should be completed prior to the scheduled parliamentary recess. The parliamentary holiday is set to start on July 1.
Deputies will bring up a number of tasks this week including a bill restructuring the State Statistics Institute (DİE), a bill on municipality law, along with the judges and prosecutors bill and a draft law opening the way for amendments to the Environment Law.
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Bem, a equipe era excelente, o quarto estava bastante limpo, realmente é um ótimo lugar para ficar, eu adorei Apenas duas coisas. Cheguei no aeroporto às 12h e tive que esperar até 1:40 pelo serviço de transporte, não gosto disso. E o café da manhã, por favor coloque mais variedade. Mas o hotel era ótimo, definitivamente estarei de volta
A equipe foi muito simpática e eficiente
Friendly welcome - the woman at the desk was happy and helpful Clean room Comfortable bed Wasn't told I needed to sign up for the shuttle in the morning. Thankfully, I was able to grab a seat. The gentleman at the desk was a bit condescending at first.
Front desk lady, room was awesome and free shuttle to the airport
It was nice having a free shuttle and breakfast included. The bed was comfortable and the room was very clean. The location is really great if you have an early flight the next day or a late one the day prior. Our driver who picked us up from the airport was utterly insane. He haphazardly grabbed passenger bags, stacking them on top of each other every which way. Then he proceeded to drive erratically to the hotel. The airport shuttle on the way back to the airport was much better. Inside the room, I could hear the all of the noises next door.
The bed was comfortable. The room got dark. The pool was cold, the hot tub was stinky. The rooms were low quality and needed some repairs.
Convenient, decent breakfast, clean. Not enough parking for guests. We had to park at another location and walk. Hotel staff, were not helpful, were dressed in street clothes and not professional.
restaurant, close to airport, 7-11, Moonlight Diner etc. not enough parking.. room wasnt made up for three days, but I did not leave it until noon or a bit later..
Bed was comfortable Air conditioning could have been colder...thermostat was on 65 and we got hot in the night
The beds were very comfortable! The hotel was very clean and comforting. Breakfast was delicious! The girl at the front desk was rude! Didn't really show any signs of emotion except straight faced! She may not have purposely been trying to be rude but I felt the vibes!
Free breakfast was convenient and in-room fridge and microwave. The room had a funky smell, there was no bedding for the pull out couch (not convenient when you arrive after midnight with 3 sleeping kids and we had to go to the front desk to get it). The pool was out of order. The breakfast had all unhealthy options. Older building.
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Continental breakfast was pretty good. A lot to choose from. Our room had no heat and the TV was broken. We asked to switch rooms. The room we moved to was better but we found a lot of hair on the toilet, bed, and shower. We will be staying elsewhere next time.
The only negative that we saw in our short stay was the limited parking. We had to park in another hotel's parking area. The shuttle was parked and running in the unload area too so we had to haul our stuff a long way.
Ele foi limpo (ok), mas não era exatamente barato Ele s começando a olhar velho. O tapete, A/C, casa de banho, etc
Queríamos um quarto perto do aeroporto para um voo de manhã cedo. Quarto enorme, cama super confortável e LIMPA, ótimo banheiro, perto de restaurantes na área. A nossa estadia foi rápida mas perfeito.
Eu gostei da minha estadia já que precisava de algum lugar perto do aeroporto para que eu usasse um shuttle. A cama era extremamente confortável e eu realmente tive uma boa noite de sono. A chamada para despertar não funcionou e eu notifiquei a moça da recepção. Ela agradeceu por eu a ter informado, já que vai saber quem mais não recebeu a sua chamada de despertar. O café da manhã estava delicioso.
Custo barato Café-da-manhã fechou um pouco mais cedo.
Quarto muito limpo e agradável... Não recebi a minha chamada telefônica para acordar às 5 h... mas ainda conseguimos pegar o translado para o aeroporto a tempo... Foi tudo bem..
relação preço-conforto para a proposta do hotel que é quem precisa dormir uma, no máximo duas noites em Denver por causa de vôo é a melhor da rua dos hotéis.
Perto do aeroporto Estacionamento muito limitado. TV fraca. Muito barulhento entre os quartos. Ar condicionado bastante barulhento.
Era bom mas a piscina era absolutamente repugnante e horrível. Era ruim.
Opções limitadas de comida na área. Bom que o hotel tinha um pequeno "mercado", mas poderia ter opções de alimentos mais frescos.
O quarto O cheiro de mofo no quarto
Tudo. Sem queixas. A equipe foi fantástico. Eu tive que deixar de em breve! ☺
Staff were unusually friendly and accommodating - worth a return just for that.
Nothing The booking clerk charged 10$ extra. I reserved the room through booking.com for 182, they charged 193
It was just okay. Beds were small but comfortable. T.V. was old but worked. Breakfast was adequate. Overall -- just okay.
I called four times from the airport after my flight was cancelled they were not rude one time. I called for the shuttle they picked me up in 5 minutes took me to the hotel checked me in gave me pizza coupons and signed me up for the morning shuttle. At 450 am we were on our way to the airport. We beat the rush and I was early when it would have been easy to be late. Great night when I was exhausted Thank you for for the amazing stay
The room was very clean and nice no
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Very nice all around
Nice rooms, well equipped kitchenette & fast efficient shuttle service to/from airport
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Great value, clean comfortable rooms and good breakfast
Breakfast variety included in room rate and 2,room suite Indoor swimming pool was tiny (for kids), hot tub wasn't bad, connected to the pool.
Best desl you vould think of! Great hotel for a fraction of the price!
First time to stay here and it was great! Clean and comfortable!
From the shuttle drivers to front desk staff all were responsive to our needs and requests during flight cancellations and bad weather. Breakfast options were above expectations. The bathroom did not offer an exhaust fan. Window curtain Needed repair. These were well tolerated in overall experience.
Clean, nice amenities, easy transportation from airport. No.
The staff and the location...proximity to the airport. Offers a breakfast, but we left too early to take advantage of it. Bed not very comfortable, too firm.
Staff was great, Internet actually worked well (unlike some other places I've stayed, even other Fairfield Inns!). Facility was nice and there is a very good restaurant (The Bistro) right across the street at the Courtyard hotel.
glad to be able to get a room during snowstorm.. 1. under construction..carpeting hallways 2. greatly overpriced..would not take any discounts. Stayed in a comfort Inn for 5 nights before. Paid almost as much for one night at Fairfield.
Great location for airport and DICK's The room smelled like body odor, but other than that was very clean.
Generous sized rooms and nice decor. Good Shuttle service to airport. Nice Sports bar within walking distance of front door.
I did not like he meat selection it seem to be under cooked and variety would have been appreciated. Like fruits and vegetables.I also heard the person in the room next to me snoring.
it is near the airport breakfast
It was nice and quiet The coffee in the rooms and everything in the breakfast room was low fat .
Very comfortable for the airport with a free shuttle bus 24h
comfortable and convenient.
Poor access to public transport

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Sisters Red, and I really adore Jackson Pearce. Her vlogs and Twitter feed never fail to entertain me and I think she's someone who would be pretty cool to hang out with IRL.* It kind of baffles me that we're the same age. I feel like, she's got three published books with two more on the way and I, well.... what have I done?
I was more than excited to meet her at DBF and happily came home with my signed copies of Sisters Red and Sweetly. I was finally able to tuck in to the latter recently, and I was more than excited given my past love of Sisters Red.
Sweetly was a modern retelling of Hansel and Gretel, a story that I honestly didn't know a ton about other than what I learned from the short version I had as a child. But I loved Jackson's spin on Little Red Riding Hood, so I was excited to dive into this story.
I have to admit that, with the exception of the beginning of the book, I didn't fully get the connection to Hansel and Gretel. It seemed to be a pretty big deviation from the original story, at least what I know of it. It was less a modern retelling, more a story inspired by a fairytale. That being said, I enjoyed it and it was a fun read with some very interesting characters, and I would recommend it to others for sure. I just didn’t love it the way I thought I would and admittedly, it’s quite possible that my expectations were way too high, and that some personal stuff going on in my life while I was reading this kept me from really enjoying it the way I could have otherwise. I just couldn’t quite give it 4 stars, but it was so, so, so close.
If there’s one thing Jackson can write, it’s an awesome bond between siblings. I loved Ansel and Gretchen’s relationship and how they relied on each other, and knew each other so intensely. Individually, Gretchen was a pretty interesting character too. Lots of scars from the past and yet still pretty badass. Her conflicting feelings about Sophia were my some of my favorite parts to read (next to the steamy little side romance that was a lot of fun too).
Not a real complaint, just an observation: I would really have loved to get a little more insight into what’s happening with Rosie, Scarlett and Silas. I know it would be sort of pointless, and wouldn’t have contributed anything meaningful to the plot, but I’m nostalgic like that.
In the end it was a good read that’s would be perfect for a little rainy afternoon escapism. I’m looking forward to Fathomless which is based on the original Little Mermaid story and is the final in the retelling series. If you like fantasy-type stories set in the “real-world”, I suggest you pick up both this and Sisters Red.
*Is that weird of me to say? I'm totally NOT a stalker. I promise.


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From Rasmussen Reports…
Support for Tax Cut Deal Down
Wednesday, December 15, 2010
Most voters still approve of the tax cutting deal between President Obama and senior congressional Republicans, but support has fallen somewhat – in some surprising places.
A new Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds that 52% of Likely U.S. Voters now favor the agreement that extends the Bush tax cuts for all Americans for two more years, cuts the Social Security payroll tax rate for one year and renews long-term unemployment benefits for an additional 13 months. Thirty-one percent (31%) oppose the deal, and another 17% are not sure about it. (To see survey question wording, click here.)
A week ago, 56% of supported the agreement, with 29% opposed and 15% undecided.
Support among Republicans has fallen from 70% a week ago to 61% now. Democrats are less enthusiastic and support the plan by a 46% to 35% margin. Those figures mark little change from a week ago. Unaffiliated voters backed the deal by a 20-point margin in the previous survey. Now that gap is down to 12 points.
In Washington, many Democrats have expressed unhappiness with the deal because they favored extending the Bush tax cuts only to those earning less than $200,000 a year. But conservatives and some Republicans including presidential hopeful Mitt Romney have begun to question the amount of additional spending necessary to fund the unemployment benefits and other parts of the agreement.


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Application of dehydroalanine as a building block for the synthesis of selenocysteine-containing peptides
- Reddy, Kishorkumar M., Mugesh, Govindasamy
- RSC advances 2018 v.9 no.1 pp. 34-43
- active sites, catalytic activity, cysteine, glutathione peroxidase, iodide peroxidase, mammals, opal, peptides, selenium, selenocysteine, selenoproteins, stop codon, sulfur, synthesis, thioredoxins
- Selenocysteine (Sec), the 21ˢᵗ proteinogenic amino acid, is inserted co-translationally into number of natural proteins. It is coded by a dual function stop codon UGA (opal). It is a redox active amino acid found at the active sites of several enzymes that are involved in oxidation–reduction reactions. These enzymes include the three major mammalian selenoproteins glutathione peroxidase (GPx), thioredoxin reductase (TrxR), and iodothyronine deiodinase (Dio). Although Sec is structurally similar to its sulfur analogue cysteine (Cys), the lower pKₐ of the selenol group in Sec as compared to that of Cys and the interesting redox properties of the selenium atom in peptides and proteins play crucial roles in redox catalysis. However, the chemical synthesis of Sec-containing peptides has been a difficult task. In this paper, we report on a new method for the synthesis of Sec and Sec-containing peptides using dehydroalanine (Dha) as a building block.


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It's Saturday morning in Stiletto and there's plenty of coffee. Mummy P. got three cigarettes in while sitting at the kitchen table while Plottie cowered in the back bedroom with the door closed. "Plottie? Don't you want any breakfast?" she kept calling.
It's possible she doesn't remember she's not supposed to smoke inside. But, more likely, she says to herself "Hey, screw them. It's my house."
Plotnik has to admit he would say that too, if he were in her shoes. Speaking of her shoes, the ones she's going to wear to tonight's big party, Mummy P. and Gloria are already fighting about them. This means the pre-party has started.
Smoke aside, it's great to be here. We'll have fun tonight.
After some thought, Plotnik has decided this -- speaking of yesterday's comments about homeless people at Venice Beach.
The homeless at Venice are vagabonds and ruin the beach for other people, but they do it because they can. Why shouldn't they? The city chooses to do nothing.
The homeless in the Tenderloin in St. Plotniko are drug addicts who ruin the streets for other people, and they also do it because they can. Why shouldn't they? The city chooses to do nothing.
Plotnik is not overly sensitive to the needs of people who ruin things for other people just because they can. It's like your downstairs neighbor playing really loud music at all hours of the day or night. You can deal with him, one way or the other, because you know where he lives.
You don't know, and you don't want to know, anything about homeless people. Not talking about poor moms with their babies living in shelters, but about drunks and crack-heads and meth-heads lying on the sidewalk in their own piss. Maybe you're not sick of it. Maybe you're sympathetic to it. Maybe you live in the suburbs.
Plotnik doesn't have an answer either, but he knows that Santa Monica and Venice are gorgeous beach towns that are under seige and have been for at least a generation. It's not good. It really isn't.

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Thursday, April 26, 2012
When, If and Done
After the loss of that baby, I quietly packed them up again and put them away, certain it was only a matter of time before I'd pull them out. And pull them out I did, to loan them to pregnant friends. ALL THE TIME. Don't get me wrong, I was happy to do this. Happy to help out friends who needed them. But they were mine. For my babies. And every time I gave them away I always made it clear I needed them back when they were done. Because my pregnancy was next. It was "when".
At some point thinking about that box moved from "when" to "if". I kept them on hand for if I ever needed them. It felt like the right spiritually mature word to use at the time. After all, didn't I go through counseling to deal with the miscarriage, even if it was a year and a half late? Didn't I talk through my infertility and get to a point where I was ok with not getting pregnant again, excited about the adoption route? I could leave that word "when" behind, no problem. But, so as to not rule out God's possibility of miracles, I kept that box. I held strong to the "if." Who was I to decide that God was beyond performing a miracle? And if He wasn't beyond that, I wasn't through waiting.
At some point though, "if" has become a poisonous word. It has given me permission to be selfish, to hold on to these clothes that could benefit someone who really needs them. To always, every month, even though I promise myself I won't anymore, get my hopes up. To be consumed by the possibility of a miracle, even though we are already waiting on a beautiful miracle to come through another avenue. To buy into the ugly lie that if I would just get pregnant, it would be a better end to our story than adoption on its own.
So, it's time. This morning, I marched into my closet. For the last three and a half years of my life, I have looked at this box. I have picked out my clothes for the day, glanced at the "if" box and went on my way. No more. Today, the box becomes the "done" box. There is now an empty corner in our closet. Whether we get pregnant is a non-issue at this point. Moving the box from "if" to "done" is my ebenezer, a stop on my journey to say God is God and enough is enough. I plant it in the "done" to say that I trust Him. Whatever happens. I don't trust in a box of clothes. I trust in a God who loves me, who is for my good, who has bigger and better things for me and my life than an "if" box in my corner.


Running hundreds of kilometers per hour, train rides can be both exciting and boring. For every train ride depends on the traveler and the moment he/she experiences during it.
And when the train is just too long for us to wait, we Lomographers take the chance to capture something beautiful out of that train station, that fast track ride, or that mundane waiting. That’s why in this week’s gallery post, we have decided to compile 50 lovely Lomographs of our “train lives.” It’s a lovely mix of nostalgia and the want to travel! Enjoy!
Sure we missed more lovely film photographs for this gallery post! Come on and submit yours through our comment box! :)
What do you do when you don't have much time in a city like New York but you want to see everything, feel the vibe and be part of the community, even for a short time? Jump on a bike and enjoy what trains, buses and cabs can never give you: be part of the city. Take a camera with you to capture the moments and sights you don't want to forget. I did this with my LC-A 120 and LomoChrome Purple film.
If you happen to come across an expired Lomography Color Negative 400 ISO 120 film pack, either in a store or on the Internet, get one and be ready for an exciting experience. You'll definitely get more from it!
Very few of even the most intrepid travelers get to set sail to the Arctic and the Antarctic. A lomographer known to the Community as stouf, however, was able to set foot on both polar regions. While the rare opportunity to visit these uncommon destinations came in parcel with his profession, he did not forget to bring along his trusty cameras and favorite film to capture scenes from the expeditions.
Behind the amusing username, alienmeatsack, is the avid lomographer Robn Kester. He takes on the analogue world with his radical film and camera experiments that serve as useful guides to his fellow film shooters. His dedication to be a better analogue photographer certainly knows no bounds and that's why we are crowning him as our LomoGuru of the Week!
While many of us can only dream of working with musicians and photographing them, Angela Izzo's job entails exactly that. Apparently, this is a fulfillment of her own dream that she had when she was younger. In this interview, Izzo talks about her beginnings which, of course, included going to as many shows and festivals as she possibly can; some of her most memorable on-the-job-experiences with the likes of The Doors, Lykke Li, Jack White, Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, and Chris Robinson Brotherhood; her inspirations and other interests; and her love for film photography and Diana Mini. And to those looking into fulfilling their own dreams of working in the same industry, Izzo also shares helpful advice based on her own experiences.
The double exposure technique is a creative and extraordinary way of adding an unconventional twist to your images. Not surprisingly, the most extraordinary double exposure images were sent as entries to this competition. The grand winner gets to bring home the photo book "Double Exposures" by Nickolas Muray.
Done shooting and want your films to be processed? We can process your colour and black & white 35mm, 120 or 110 films! Development, prints and scans are also included. (Service availability depends on your markets)
Making your very own LomoKino movie is really fun and rewarding, but it also requires some time and effort. Now here's some good news - Samplomat will make it easier for you! This desktop application is free for Mac and Windows systems. Let the LomoKino movie-making begin!
In prime areas of New York and San Francisco, the phrase ‘rush hour’ is always on the menu. Drive up to Reno, and the same expression fizzles. Many roads are framed by mountains and shrubbery, a picture of calm in the city. But the night makes up for the day’s stilly mood. Casinos flaunt LED signs and marquees, a treat for urban photographers.


Founded in June 2009, the ensemble Concerto Scirocco is dedicated to historically informed performance of Renaissance and Baroque music. The group members are young talented artists who met during their studies at the Schola Cantorum Basiliensis. This eclectic ensemble of early instruments, united by a common enthusiasm for the music of the Renaissance, early Baroque and the Baroque era, seeks to combine personal creativity with an awareness of historical performance practices garnered through experience of the world of early music.
The diversity and the flexibility of the ensemble allows for performance of diverse music, from fifteenth-century alta cappella to high Baroque. There is also scope to expand the core ensemble to involve other instrumentalists and singers to meet the demands of different repertoire, and also for core ensemble members to double on related instruments in keeping with the practice of multi-instrumentalists of the age. Concerto Scirocco considers this flexibility to be of great importance in understanding the development of early music throughout the centuries.
Concerto Scirocco were invited to perform at various renowned festivals such as: Ceresio Estate Festival in Lugano, Cantar di Pietre in Ticino, Davos Festival – young artists in concert, Musiksommer am Zürichsee in Bubikon by Zürich, Altstadt-Serenaden in Basel, concerts series Midi Musique at the Theater Basel, concerts l’ADMA in Fribourg, Musica Antica in Magnano, Fabulous Fringe at the Utrecht Early Music Festival, Alte Musik – live in Berlin, Freunde Alter Musik Basel, Tribune des Jeunes Musiciens in Geneva, concerts in Romainmôtier, Amia Alsace in Strasbourg, La Folia in Rougemont. Concerto Scirocco were broadcast live for RSR Espace 2, Radio Svizzera Rete 2 and Concertzender.nl.
The first CD of Concerto Scirocco, in collaboration with the vocal ensemble Voces Suaves, is dedicated to the work of a Venetian composer, Giovanni Croce, and was released by the label Arcana/Outhere Music. The CD was rated 5 diapason from “Diapason” magazine and was nominated for the Preis der deutschen Schallplattenkritik 2018 in the category “early music”.


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A cohort study assessed whether type 2 diabetes risk and the age of onset were influenced by the age of diagnosis of family members with the disease.
Data were examined on residents of Denmark between 1995 and 2012 aged 30 years or older who did not have a diabetes diagnosis at the start of the study and who had available data on their parents. People turning 30 years old during the study period with parental information available were added to the study cohort from that date. Factors were compared between patients who did and did not develop type 2 diabetes over the course of the study. The researchers used multivariable Poisson regression models adjusted for current age and educational attainment to calculate type 2 diabetes incidence rate ratios (IRRs).
Final analysis included 2,000,552 people who were followed for a median 14 years (24,034,059 person-years). Over the study period, 76,633 new type 2 diabetes cases were identified. Those with family members who were diagnosed with diabetes at an early age were more likely to develop type 2 diabetes compared with age- and sex-matched individuals without a parent or full sibling with the disease. Individuals who had a parental diagnosis of diabetes at age 50 years had an IRR of 3.9 compared with 1.4 among individuals with a parental diagnosis at age 80 years. Those who had a full sibling diagnosed with diabetes at age 30 years had an IRR of 3.3 compared with 2.0 for those with a sibling diagnosed at age 60 years.
The researchers summarized, “People with a family member diagnosed with diabetes at an earlier age are more likely to develop diabetes and also to develop it at an earlier age than those with a family member diagnosed in later life. This finding highlights the importance of expanding our understanding of the interplay between genetic diabetes determinants and the social, behavioral, and environmental diabetes determinants that track in families across generations.”

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