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The temptation to run this review under my "Year in Final Fantasy" title (which has officially gone a month over now, whoops!) was immense. This is much more the Final Fantasy that we've been dreaming of – well, since the SNES honestly. Final Fantasy VII and X might have an outsized place of importance in my heart, but all things considered, the series really hasn't been very good since Hironobu Sakaguchi stepped down from a more direct role in the games' development. With the release of Final Fantasy XII – XIII-2, and now with this release, Square Enix and Mistwalker have been fighting an almost imperceptible battle for the soul of a series, with Square Enix throwing money at what is basically just a husk, with an incredibly famous name keeping the series afloat; and Sakaguchi's Mistwalker has, over the course of three games, been trying to exorcise the demons of Final Fantasy in increasingly subversive ways.
Blue Dragon might have been a Grandia-ripping misfire, but Lost Odyssey (the first of Sakaguchi's post-Final Fantasy games to consciously quote the Final Fantasy moniker) brought a level of understanding of the core elements of the Final Fantasy experience and a deep, emotional pathos the likes of which Square Enix has completely fumbled over the last seven or so years. Now, with the release of The Last Story, Sakaguchi is all but reclaiming the series he started. I'm not the first person to point out that "The Last Story" is basically the equivalent of a Final Fantasy homonym, but it goes much further than that. This is Sakaguchi's first time directing a game since Final Fantasy V, and he's surrounded himself with longtime collaborators like Nobuo Uematsu as well as new talent, all with the intent of, basically, making a new Final Fantasy game, copyrights be damned.
I don't mean any of this to imply that The Last Story is derivative or without its own identity, and that's where things get interesting. For all that this game seems like an attempt to right the Final Fantasy ship, so to speak, it also definitely (even defiantly, at times) has its own identity – and that identity, too, is wrapped up in the veneer of pastiche, ranging from seminal Square classics like Chrono Trigger and Secret of Mana to more modern affairs like Mass Effect. And yet, despite all of this liberal quoting and repurposing, the game still feels like its own thing, and if we were to honorarily bestow upon it Final Fantasy status, it would, without a doubt in my mind, be the best Final Fantasy game since at least VII, and maybe even VI.
There are a number of common criticisms of The Last Story that perhaps need to be dealt with straight away. The first is that the game is fairly linear, and doesn't offer the same expansive freedoms of Xenoblade Chronicles, much less a sprawling WRPG like Skyrim. The second is that the game plays around with a number of JRPG tropes from well over twenty years of the genre, and the third is that, fuck, it's a Wii game. Barring that last criticism (a hoary argument couched in e-dick waving graphical prowess debates and bitter feelings of resentment over a feeling of "abandonment" from the "hardcore"), the other two seem to miss the point entirely on The Last Story. This game was never meant to be a complete retooling of the JRPG genre, despite what Sakaguchi says. Instead, it plays like a mission statement from a pretty idiosyncratic auteur, a distillation of every idea Sakaguchi has ever had into a cohesive whole. It's a game as design autobiography, and that makes it feel incredibly personal.
Indeed, the game is linear and does play around with Sakaguchi-brand tropes, but that's kind of the point, and you wouldn't expect Sakaguchi to make sweeping changes to his design philosophy in much the same way you wouldn't expect Martin Scorsese to start making giant mecha anime. And within Sakaguchi's bag of tricks, he's actually making sweeping changes to his design formula, things that you don't expect Western games to do, much less the JRPG. Indeed, with this game and Xenoblade Chronicles, the JRPG is looking downright progressive, whereas games like Skyrim and Mass Effect 3 are basically doing the same things their respective series have been doing since the very start (while gutting the design prowess).
The game casts you as Zael, a mercenary who works with a team of lovable rastabouts for hire. Initially, this team seems to be comprised almost entirely of one-note characters, with Syrenne as the hard-boozing meathead (woman, in a nice inversion) and Lowell as the philandering ladies man. The others at this point are kind of blank slates – and in what should be a surprise to absolutely no one, Sakaguchi takes this band of archetypes and creates incredibly well-rounded characters out of them, with Lowell being the absolute standout – his character's progression is downright touching.
Anyways, Zael and the group's leader, Dagran, have had aspirations of being knights in the employ of Count Arganan (the ruler of Lazulis Island, where the game almost entirely takes place) since they were children, striving for a life of peace and recognition after their parents were killed in a razing of their childhood town (if at this point you're thinking "convenient orphans" and stroking off a checkbox on your "Sakaguchi Bingo Card," you were correct to do so). Two events right near the start of the game bring them progressively closer to this goal – the first is that, on a mission, Zael somehow inherits "the power of the Outsider," a mystical energy that gives him some superpowers (though these super powers are not all that powerful, or at least not powerful in a particularly flashy way); and the second is that Zael stumbles upon Lisa, someone who seems to be hiding from the knights of Arganan, and who is later revealed to be Lady Calista, who's trapped in an engagement to the slimeball Lord Jirall. The final piece of the puzzle are the Gurak, who at first glance seem to be a reptilian race determined to exterminate the humans on Lazulis Island – but of course, not everything is exactly as it seems, and the Arganans are at the centre of it all.
Besides playing around with common themes (the land is dying, for instance, basically for the same reasons that the land was dying in Final Fantasies III – V, and the Outsider's storyline feels an awful lot like a mish-mash of the Jenova/Lifestream plotline from Final Fantasy VII), the storyline is incredibly straightforward. I absolutely do not mean that as an insult – indeed, this game has one of the clearest senses of purpose in the whole of Final Fantasy-dom, finally jettisoning the obscurantist jargon that has become de rigeur in most Final Fantasy games. Indeed, if anything, it recalls the clearness of Chrono Trigger, and suggests that Sakaguchi was a bigger force in that game's development than I had originally thought. The Last Story's plot basically feels like the last 15 years of Final Fantasy simply didn't happen, or that there was some sort of alternate universe where Sakaguchi continued to make Final Fantasy games himself on Nintendo consoles. It might be incredibly earnest about its ambitions (indeed, the game is at times almost embarrassingly earnest, which I for one can't help but admire, as I'll take earnestness over obliqueness any day of the week), basically saying that Genocide Is Bad and Killing the Planet Is Bad, but it's so much more effective than most JRPG stories that it can't help but feel like a complete revelation.
It's also helped along by Sakaguchi's apparent willingness to pull out all the stops on this game. Indeed, you can basically hear the gears inside the Wii churning as it struggles to keep up with the visual cornucopia on display. If there was a legitimate complaint to be made here, it's that the graphics, while beautiful, are in perhaps too muted of a palette (while it looks better than Twilight Princess, it does share its propensity for inappropriate bloom lighting), and that the Wii often struggles to keep up with the game, especially in complex battle sequences.
Like a good many modern JRPGs, the game is pretty much built around its battle system – but unlike most of these games, the battles are actually outstanding, and they're not the only thing that the gameplay encompasses. Battling is comprised, again, of a pastiche of elements. It's got the hack and slash feeling of a Mana game, the "area of effect" spells of Dragon Age, the top-down strategizing of an RTS, the cover-based shooting of Mass Effect and the limit breaks and techs of Chrono Trigger. With that many elements, then, it was a complete shock to me that it didn't buckle under the weight of all these elements a la Brutal Legend. Instead, it all synthesizes together into an incredibly satisfying, intelligent, and most importantly, original whole. You're never just wildly swinging your sword around – you need just as many strategic considerations as even the best Final Fantasy games. It feels like a better version of what Final Fantasy XII was going for, and I have no qualms about claiming that it's the best battle system in the entire FF series. And while the combat can be on the easy side under default settings, simply changing the attacks from automatic to manual makes the battles far more difficult and engaging.
The game might be "linear" in that it has set chapters and a set story order, but that really just allows good storytelling to flourish (side note, the translation and localization, as done by Nintendo UK and a team of ridiculously endearing British voice actors, is about the best bit of translation work done since the era of Ted Woolsey). Instead, the game pulls a page out of the Grand Theft Auto playbook and allows you free reign to explore an outrageously detailed and beautiful city in Lazulis. True, there's maybe not a whole lot to do in this city, but simply exploring its back alleys and European charm is more than enough. The game doesn't have the world-spanning travel of a Final Fantasy VII, but it does present a convincing local (fantasy) geography, and Sakaguchi's always in it to entertain – the game never plops you in one place for too long.
In fact, one of the craziest criticisms against the game has been its length, which is completely asinine. Considering that some Final Fantasy games are a good 30 hours too long, the fact that The Last Story clocks in at 20 hours is about perfect. It's about the same length as Chrono Trigger, and while it doesn't have the same incident per second ratio as that game (few games could, in this day and age), it's about the breeziest feeling JRPG in generations. Twenty hours is basically the perfect length for a JRPG, and the fact that this is a criticism against the game's lack of "epicness" demonstrates just how histrionic the FF series and JRPGs in general have become.
The game isn't perfect, of course – I don't think Sakaguchi has ever made a perfect game. But it's interesting, and it's about the best distillation of JRPG design in some time. It's a game that, despite its modern touches, is for the converted. For those of us who have been waiting for the genre to do that impossible balancing act of paying homage to the Golden Age while still feeling accessible and modern and able to excise those elements which have lost their usefulness, this is that game. Call it a Final Fantasy game and there's a good chance that a new Golden Age might have happened. This is absolutely essential playing, and one of the best role-playing games in years. (Side note: Uematsu knocks the soundtrack out of the fucking park.)

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Water Pills And Weight Loss, In the ever-evolving world of weight loss trends and solutions, one term that has gained attention is “water pills.” These pills, also known as diuretics, are commonly associated with the removal of excess water from the body. But the question that lingers in many minds is whether water pills can truly be a secret weapon in the battle against the bulge. In this article, we delve into the relationship between water pills and weight loss, separating fact from fiction.
Understanding Water Pills:
Water pills, or diuretics, are medications designed to increase urine production and promote the removal of salt and water from the body. They are often prescribed to manage conditions such as high blood pressure, edema, and certain kidney disorders. However, due to their ability to reduce water retention, some individuals have turned to water pills as a potential solution for shedding unwanted pounds.
The Water Weight Conundrum:
One of the primary reasons people turn to water pills for weight loss is the belief that they can help shed water weight rapidly. Water weight, also known as edema, occurs when the body retains excess fluids. While it’s true that diuretics can lead to a temporary reduction in water weight, it’s crucial to recognize that this is not equivalent to losing fat.
The Illusion of Rapid Weight Loss:
Water pills may provide a quick fix by reducing bloating and water retention, leading to a temporary drop on the scale. However, this weight loss is often short-lived, as the body quickly replenishes the lost fluids once normal hydration is resumed. It’s essential to distinguish between water weight and fat loss, as the latter is the key to sustainable and long-term weight management.
Potential Risks and Side Effects:
Using water pills for weight loss without proper medical guidance can pose risks. Dehydration is a significant concern, as excessive water loss can lead to electrolyte imbalances, dizziness, and fatigue. Moreover, reliance on water pills as a weight loss strategy may perpetuate unhealthy habits and fail to address the root causes of weight gain, such as poor diet and sedentary lifestyle.
The Importance of a Holistic Approach:
Rather than seeking quick fixes, a holistic approach to weight loss emphasizes sustainable lifestyle changes. This includes adopting a balanced diet, engaging in regular physical activity, and staying hydrated with appropriate water intake. Incorporating these habits not only promotes overall well-being but also contributes to lasting weight management.
While water pills may offer a temporary reduction in water weight, they are not a magic solution for long-term weight loss. The risks associated with their misuse highlight the importance of consulting with healthcare professionals before considering diuretics for weight management. Ultimately, embracing a holistic approach that prioritizes healthy lifestyle choices remains the most effective and sustainable path to achieving and maintaining a healthy weight.
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The family's wirehaired pointing griffons, Cocoa and Dulce, make themselves comfortable in the entry. Millwork painted in Benjamin Moore's Moonlight White is a crisp contrast to walls in Lee Jofa's Willow Lake wallcovering.
A confident mix of antiques, modern pieces, and vivid color jazzes up the stately parlor. A set of antique fauteuils is upholstered in Lee Jofa's Montespan. Pillows on a Swedish settee are in Scalamandré's Love Bird.
Walls in a Hollandlac Brilliant chartreuse by Fine Paints of Europe.

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|Asian American/Pacific Islander Community Resources
Kaagapay Asian American/Pacific Islander (AAPI) Outreach Program
The KAAGAPAY (reliable companion) strategy, funded by MHSA, was implemented in 2015 and is delivered by a half-time County Clinician designated as the KAAGAPAY Outreach Coordinator. The Clinician conducts outreach with schools, health clinics, churches, local migrant camps and other key stakeholders on behalf of SCBH to reduce mental health stigma within the AAPI community in an effort to increase access and utilization of county behavioral health services. Currently this position is vacant.
Fighting Back Partnership (FBP)
FBP is a non-profit collaboration that partners with businesses, residents, and the government to improve neighborhoods, strengthen families and support youth development, creating a safe, healthy, thriving community. Currently FBP is a partner to SCBH as one of the three CBO partners carrying out the Interdisciplinary Collaboration and Transformation Model (ICCTM) Innovation project representing the Filipino community. To learn more about the services and support FBP provides, please call (707) 648-5230, or visit their website.
Solano County Filipinx Mental Health Initiative (FMHI)
FMHI Solano's mission is to empower the Filipino community by providing early intervention through education, stigma reduction and access to mental health resources leading to a resilient community. To learn more about FMHI, please visit their Facebook page.
SCBH Access Line
To request mental health or substance use disorder services, please call (800) 547-0495 and a mental health clinician will conduct a screening and assist you in getting linked to appropriate services.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
24/7 Suicide prevention hotline staffed by crisis specialists. Call (800) 273-TALK (8255).
Crisis Text Line
24/7 Suicide prevention texting crisis service staffed by crisis specialists. Text "HOME" to 741741.
American Psychiatric Association
In order to learn more about disparities experienced by the Asian American community, please visit www.psychiatry.org.

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Quite a few weeks ago now, most of the country celebrated Kurban Bayramı, which is the same as the holiday Eid al-Adha (Feast of the Sacrifice). The holiday coincides with the end of the Hajj (which is also the end of the Muslim lunar calendrical year), and lasts five days.
For this holiday, we got school off and many students took advantage of the time to travel. Actually, though many people celebrate the holiday in a more traditional manner by sacrificing a sheep and having a full family feast, many Turks use the time to go traveling as well. I wasn’t really shocked to learn that this is one of the highest times for tourism in all of Turkey, other than summer of course. It’s not that shocking now that I think of it, for Turkey is the country where East and West meet, where tradition meets innovation. It’s one of those overly cliché sayings that irritate me because they’re just so true.
Back to the holiday, though (I’ll save that cliché for another post): There are some traditions that I found quite interesting. When the lamb is slaughtered, 1/3 or the meat is to be cooked immediately, 1/3 is to be distributed to the poor, and 1/3 is to be distributed between friends and family. Another tradition is for children to kiss their elders’ hands and praise them to their (the children’s own) foreheads, and then in return the grandparents would give the children money wrapped in a handkerchief as a gift. Many of these traditions are fading away, however, and more and more the holiday has become an excuse to travel and spend time with family.
It’s kind of sad that some of these traditions are becoming obsolete, but it’s also interesting how in Turkey it has become more like holidays are in America. I guess it’s not so much that they’re disappearing, but rather that the holiday is changing in its meaning. One of my friends told me that their family gives all of the meat to the poor, because they have enough food as is so they decided it was a good excuse (I know it’s sad to need one but we all do the same) to be especially charitable. For many, the holiday moved away from any specific religious significance and became more important as a time to take a break from life and spend time with family.
And it’s a most well-deserved break, on that note, since everything picks up in this country once it ends. I wonder if it’s more of a modern innovation to have everything for work and school pick up after Bayram, or if it’s an old tradition. All that I know is there is a saying around here that goes, “Bayram’dan sonra…” which means, “After Bayram…” Basically, what everyone means by saying this is that everything picks up after Bayram, as if the city suddenly awakens. Especially for school though, the semester becomes a whirlwind of projects, midterms, papers, projects, papers, and finals once Bayram ends.
My advice to anyone studying in Turkey:
Do indeed take advantage of the wonderful opportunity that Kurban Bayramı provides to travel and explore the country or neighboring countries; however, give yourself a day or two at the end to organize your life a bit and prepare for the work that will be thrown at you starting the very next week. It’s kind of like that professor who tells you that you have no class the week of Little 5, but then you have an 18-page report due the Monday after.


Although described as “technical” in nature by Finance Committee Co-Chairwoman Sen. Eileen Daily, D-Westbrook, Republican Senators felt the increases in fees were anything but technical.
In the budget passed just 24 days ago, “ordinary citizens took it on the chin with increased fees for hunting licenses, fishing licenses, occupational licenses …” Sen. Andrew Roraback, R-Goshen, said.
Most of the fee increases in the new revenue estimates will be generated by increases in all Department of Motor Vehicle licenses and fees.
A four-year drivers license fee will increase from $44 to $52 and a six-year license will increase from $66 to $78. Also the saltwater fishing license fee was reduced from $30 to $10 and the shellfish harvesting fee of $1 per bushel was eliminated.
Daily said the fee increases help forestall an increase in rail and bus fares for commuters.
“I would just like to remind the chamber that we’re here raising additional revenue because of additional amendments passed on Aug. 31,” Daily said.
Daily was referring to the final amendment added to the budget passed by the General Assembly Sept. 1.
Republican Gov. M. Jodi Rell and the legislature’s Democratic majority have been fighting for weeks over whose amendment it was that added $26 million to the $37.6 billion two-year budget.
“I think it’s ridiculous,” Senate Minority Leader John McKinney, R-Southport, said of the additional revenues. “We passed a budget 24 days ago and we’re already back increasing spending.”
While the Office of Fiscal Analysis said Wednesday that it doesn’t expect to update its budget projections until mid-November, some legislators believe the General Assembly will be back in session within a few months when the projections fall short.
The Senate voted 23 to 12 along party lines to adopt the new revenue estimates before immediately transmitting the document to Rell’s office. It’s unclear if she will sign the bill having said in a letter yesterday to legislative leaders that “although I have been willing to support fee increases in the past, and indeed I have proposed some fee increases, I have never been willing to support fee increase and tax increases as contained in the budget.”
The Senate joined the House in approving the probate court bill which reduces the number of probate courts from 117 to 54. The vote in Senate was 33 to 2.
In addition the Senate passed a bill that transfers parcels of state land and one that authorizes $2.38 billion in borrowing for the next two years.
All four bills passed by the Senate Thursday afternoon will now go to Rell.


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On this episode of Marlie’s Corner we welcome guest Lauree Simmons, founder of Big Dog Ranch Rescue, the largest cage-free, no-kill rescue compound in the United States. Big Dog Ranch Rescue was founded in 2009; since then, they have saved the lives of more than 47,000 dogs.
What is the biggest dog rescue in the US?
North Shore Animal League America | World’s Largest Animal Rescue Org.
How do I get rid of my dog near me?
If you can’t keep your dog and need to find a place to take him, your best option will be a local dog shelter. If you have a specific dog breed, you can also look up breed specific rescues. Keep in mind that some rescues might be located in other states near you.
How can I find a puppy in my area?
Your local animal shelter or rescue organization can help you find the right match for your family. There are also breed-specific rescue groups for every breed of dog, including ‘designer’ or ‘hybrids’ like labradoodles and puggles. The Shelter Pet Project can help you find a great dog or puppy in your area!
Which of these is one of the largest dog breeds in the world?
What is the largest dog breed in the world? The largest dog breed in the world is an English Mastiff – in both height and weight! English Mastiffs standing between 27-35 inches tall and weighing around 200-230 pounds, on average.
How can I save dogs?
- Educate your friends and family. …
- Ask for birthday donations. …
- Raise money for animals. …
- Volunteer at your local animal shelter. …
- Adopt animals from shelters. …
- Set up a donation drive. …
- Foster an animal. …
- Speak up.
What state has the most homeless dogs?
New Mexico registered the highest rate in 2019, with more than 3,200 animals surrendered per 100,000 inhabitants. Next up were Idaho, Colorado, Montana and Nevada, all with more than 2,000 animals taken in per 100,000 residents, according to the Shelter Animals Count.
Who won the American Rescue dog Show 2022?
As the winner of the 2022 American Rescue Dog Show’s big title — ‘Best in the Rescue’ — Capone earned a $100,000 grant provided by Petco Love for the San Diego Humane Society, the life-saving animal shelter Capone represented in the competition.
What state has the most rescue dogs?
The No. 1 state on our list, Wyoming, has more than 10 times as many shelters as No. 50, Hawaii.
What to do with a dog I can’t keep?
Your local animal shelters or rescue groups may offer low-cost veterinary care or training services or be able to refer you to other organizations that offer these services. Find your local shelters and rescues by visiting The Shelter Pet Project and entering your zip code.
What do you do with a dog you don’t want?
- Solicit Friends and Family Members.
- Seek Out Rescue Groups.
- Find a “no-kill” Organization or Shelter.
- Ask Around.
Will my dog miss me when I give him away?
Your dog will most likely miss you for a bit if you give him away. Good puppy parents are hard to forget! But, if you’re sending your dog to a new, equally loving home, his love is sure to grow and include the members of his new family.
How do you find a dog that ran away?
Spread the word Post notices at grocery stores, laundromats, community centers, veterinary offices, dog parks, pet supply stores and other locations. Use local social media sites and missing pet registries to help get the word out.
How do I buy a dog online without getting scammed?
- Analyze reviews and referrals. …
- Meet your breeder or puppy seller. …
- Ask questions. …
- Ask for proof. …
- Get documentation. …
- Be patient.
Are puppy mills real?
Puppy mills are inhumane high-volume dog breeding facilities that churn out puppies for profit, ignoring the needs of the pups and their mothers. Dogs from puppy mills are often sick and unsocialized. Puppy mills commonly sell through internet sales, online classified ads, flea markets and pet stores.
What is the meanest dog breed?
Rough Collies are the most aggressive dog breed, a new study of more than 9,000 pets has found.
What is the smartest dog?
1. Border collie. According to The Intelligence of Dogs, which ranks 131 dog breeds in terms of their relative intelligence, the border collie is the smartest dog breed known to man.
What is the most expensive dog?
A golden-haired Tibetan mastiff puppy has reportedly been sold for a whopping $2 million in China, potentially making it the world’s most expensive dog.
How often is dog eaten in China?
Estimates for total dog killings in China range from 10 to 20 million dogs annually, for purposes of human consumption.
Does China have animal shelters?
The Animal Hope and Wellness China Shelter is located in Changsha, China. The shelter, which was once used for pig housing and then abandoned, is now converted into housing for the animals liberated from The Dog and Cat Meat Trade by our Founder and also by Suki Su, our China Director.
How much does it cost to rescue a dog from China?
These fees are considered the adoption fee for the rescued dog. Each transport can fall within the range of $1,000 – $2,500 depending on the time of year, airline, weight of the dog and way in which they are being transported (i.e. via cargo or a flight volunteer).
What animals get abandoned the most?
The biggest decline was in dogs (from 3.9 million to 3.1 million). Each year, approximately 920,000 shelter animals are euthanized (390,000 dogs and 530,000 cats). The number of dogs and cats euthanized in U.S. shelters annually has declined from approximately 2.6 million in 2011.
What state euthanized the most animals?
The five states in which the most animals are being killed are California (100,239), Texas (96,707), North Carolina (47,652), Florida (45,503) and Louisiana (32,150). Collectively, these states account for 52% of the animals killed in U.S. shelters during 2019.
Why are there so many homeless dogs in Texas?
Big dogs are left to languish in animal shelters across the state, explained Kerry McKeel with Best Friends Animal Society. According to a statistic with the society, hundreds of thousands of shelter animals are euthanized each year, simply because they do not get fostered or adopted.
Which dog won best in rescue?
A SNORING PITBULL WINS THE CHAMPIONSHIP TITLE ‘BEST IN RESCUE’ ON ABC’S THE AMERICAN RESCUE DOG SHOW.

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Sept. 28 (UPI) — Fiat Chrysler agreed to pay $40 million to settle charges it misled investors about the number of vehicles it sold each month and kept a database of unreported sales employees referred to as a “cookie jar,” the Securities and Exchange Commission announced Friday.
Under the agreement, the automaker admits no wrongdoing related to the allegations.
The SEC accused Fiat Chrysler of falsely reporting a streak of uninterrupted monthly year-over-year sales growth between 2012 and 2016. Government officials said that streak was broken September 2013.
The growth streak was considered a key performance indicator demonstrating demand for the company’s vehicles.
The SEC said Fiat Chrysler inflated numbers by paying dealerships to lie about new car sales and by keeping the so-called “cookie jar” database of unreported sales. The company “dipped into” the database to report old sales as new when needed.
“New vehicle sales figures provide investors insight into the demand for an automaker’s products, a key factor in assessing the company’s performance,” said Antonia Chion, associate director in the Division of Enforcement. “This case underscores the need for companies to truthfully disclose their key performance indicators.”
Fiat Chrysler said it “fully cooperated” with the SEC to resolve the charges.
“The company has reviewed and refined its policies and procedures and is committed to maintaining strong controls regarding its sales reporting,” the company said.


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Whole Foods has pulled seven types of cheddar cheese from its shelves as a precaution over the risk of listeria or E. Coli. The cheeses come packaged in clear plastic wrap with a sticker across it reading "Distributed by Whole Foods Market." They are part of a factory wide recall announced by the cheese producer, Bravo Farms. Most readers of this column needn't fear: Florida's Whole Foods markets don't carry this brand.
Bravo, an artisan producer that specializes in raw milk cheese, pulled all of its shipments after state officials found listeria its' plant in Traver, California. Bravo had recalled its Dutch Style Gouda earlier in the month after it had been linked to an E. Coli outbreak that sickened 38 people in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico. The gouda had been part of a cheese-promo roadshow that took it to about 50 Costco warehouses in Arizona, California, Colorado, Nevada and New Mexico.
There is a simple rule-of-thumb that, if followed, would have prevented this mess: Cheese doesn't travel well, and raw milk cheese travels much worse.
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Daikin’s Success Around The World: Manchester, UK
Daikin VRV-WII Water-Cooled Air Conditioning in Manchester’s ‘Eye in the Sky’ Hilton Hotel Complex.
Air conditioning for the hotel’s 285 bedrooms, reception, restaurants and meeting rooms etc. is provided by 25 Daikin water-cooled heat recovery VRV-WII condensing units, supply a total of 328 Daikin indoor fan coil units, which are being installed by Daikin D1 installer, Booth Imperial. A further 3 air-cooled VRVII systems serve the landlord’s ground floor reception facilities for the apartment accommodation. Each of the hotel’s guest accommodation floors is served by a heat recovery type RWEYQ condensing unit (nominal capacity 26.70kW and 31.50kW (7.4 Ton and 8.8 Ton) cooling and heating respectively), housed in a service closet and linked to 15 fan coil units located in bulkheads above the bedroom doors. Due for completion shortly, the hotel forms part of a visually striking 171 meter high residential development complex, known as the Beetham Tower and said to be the tallest UK residential building outside London. The hotel takes up the 5th to 23rd floors of the 43 storey tower, the remainder being given over to some 220 or so luxury apartments and an innovative 24th floor ‘Sky Bar’. The condensing units for the public areas are located in a podium plant room. Each unit is connected by a two-pipe flow and return water circuit to LPHW boiler plant and an air-cooled heat rejection chiller at rooftop level. Each boiler plant maintains water at between 20°C and 35°C (between 68°F and 95°F) and is supplied to the circuit via a pressurization unit.
The chiller cuts in when the temperature exceeds 35°C (95°F) and shuts down when it reduces to 32°C (90°F). Boiler start up and shut down are at water temperatures of 20°C and 23°C (68°F and 73.4°F) respectively. Total cooling and heating loads are approximately 600 and 660kW (approximately 180 tons). During the heating cycle, heat is absorbed from the water circuit and transmitted via a plate heat exchanger within the condensing unit casing to the refrigeration circuit and then to the exhausted to atmosphere by the chiller, which cools the water to within the design temperature parameters. Heat recovery is achieved by utilizing heat absorbed from the water circuit for indoor units in heating mode and rejecting heat to the water circuit from indoor units in cooling mode. In addition, heat recovery is also achieved via the refrigeration circuit. This two-stage heat recovery process achieves exceptional EERs. The selection of a chiller for heat rejection purposes was determined by its smaller foot print when compared to those of a dry cooler or cooling tower. The tower block is in fact, extremely slim and space for the boiler plant is at a premium. Daikin water-cooled VRV-WII air conditioning was selected for this project because a conventional chiller/LPHW based 4-pipe fan coil system would not meet Part ‘L’ Carbon emission
requirements and a major redesign of the building would have been necessary to overcome this problem. Also, the VRV-WII system provides the client the added benefit of the Enhanced Capital Allowance and its attendant savings in capital outlay. System control is provided via simplified room controllers interfaced through a LON gateway to the hotel’s ‘Fidelio’ booking system. Three operating modes are available – ‘room not booked / unoccupied’ with a wide band of control between 18 and 28°C (64.4°F and 82.4°F), ‘room booked’ with a band width of 16 to 26°C (60.8°F to 78.8°F) and ‘room occupied’ operating at a room controller set point of 22°C (71.6°F).


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Sudanese during Eid al-Fitr prayers in Khartoum, May 2020. © AA-Mahmoud Hjaj
“Al-iltihab Alhayem” could loosely be translated to “the widespread infection”, but it certainly is a reflection of the current epidemiological situation in Sudan. Over the first weeks of 2022, social media accounts were buzzed with a public concern of a widespread respiratory infection amongst the Sudanese population. While there are several possibilities of what this widespread infection might be, the surge in COVID-19 cases reported by the government makes it a very likely scenario, compared to an outbreak of influenza or pneumonia. This article examines the likely scenarios Sudan is facing, and highlights the policy implications of these likely scenarios.
Option 1: another wave of a regular COVID-19 epidemic:
This is a likely scenario, given the spike in the number of COVID 19 cases reported in the first weeks of 2022, these numbers are largely affected by the under-reporting and the limited testing capacity of the country, this is in turn largely affected partly by the unstable political situation in the country (given the active military coup )and the absence of senior health leadership and partly by the accompanying lack of diagnostic resources in the country. The 248 reported covid19 cases are likely to be an underestimation of the true numbers. The public demonstration against the military coup manifested in public gatherings, which increase the risk for COVID19 and pretty much any other respiratory infection. The surge in COVID cases makes a fourth wave very plausible as explained in graph (1). Signs and symptoms as highlighted by patients and doctors equally are consistent with the typical COVID 19 presentation, and the percentage of the population who are fully vaccinated is extremely low.
Figure 1: COVID-19 reported cases in Sudan. Source who.int
Option 2: COVID 19 variant outbreak (Omicron)
An outbreak of the Omicron variant remains the least plausible option given the currently available information. The Ministry of Health has declared no cases of Omicron variant as of December 14th, 2021. However, in Nepal, the Omicron variant of COVID-19 has been detected in as many as 21 peacekeepers that recently returned from their mission in Sudan. If fewer than half of UK labs have the required technology to detect suspected Omicron cases, the testing strategy and capacity for Omicron cases in Sudan should be reexamined before any statements. The confusion about the Omicron variant is completely understandable, the so-called “Al-iltihab Alhayem” is often described as a flu-like disease where symptoms are typical of a common cold infection. This is typical in some of the new variants of COVID-19 as compared to the original variant- where the loss of smell/taste is reported as a symptom.
Option 3: Another respiratory outbreak (influenza, pneumonia…etc)
Other causes of respiratory infections always remain as a plausible cause for the current outbreak. It is caused by the influenza virus and is easily transmitted, predominantly via droplets and contact routes, and by indirect spread from respiratory secretions on hands and tissues. However, the limited data available on flu vaccination in Sudan and the epidemiological trends of respiratory diseases over the last few years makes it difficult to make any conclusions about a possible seasonal flu outbreak.
What does that mean for policymakers?
It could be said that Khartoum state and other parts of Sudan are faced with a respiratory outbreak. While any of the three aforementioned explanations are possible, a combination of two or more (or even other options) remains possible as well. For that, policymakers should take a rapid response in the identification of the pathogen as a priority and design a rapid response plan accordingly taking into account the overall socioeconomic and political context, cultural aspects, and public health priorities into accounts. The identification could be achieved by strengthening laboratory surveillance of viral pathogens, either independently or with the support of academic institutions and international partners. Additionally, local lab results could be cross-checked with international laboratories. A respiratory infection outbreak could generally be combated with stringent hygienic measures related to the reduction of people’s crowding, wearing face-masks, and frequent washing/disinfection of hands. The overwhelmed hospitals and the under-resourced health facilities must adjust to the current situations in terms of prioritization of patients, the readiness of more ICU beds, and availability of Oxygen cylinders and specialized chest specialists/teams. It’s worth mentioning here that the health leadership vacuum might hinder the overall process of policy-making in Sudan.
Should Sudan implement any partial/complete lockdown?
The short answer is no. The long answer is no- because firstly it might be perceived as a politically driven policy option, given that there are active protests calling for democracy (and subsequently improved health system and better health outcomes in the future). Such a message will not be regarded by the public. The law enforcement capacity currently is at its lowest, given the active back and forth tension between police and protesters in various places across major cities. Even when the country is more stable -politically-, the lockdown options is detrimental to the -already damaged- economy, and would significantly affect the daily livelihood of thousands if not millions of Sudanese people, and more will be pushed towards poverty. Disturbance of other public services, increased GBV, and other important considerations should push policymakers to think twice before making such policies.
The numbers of patients complaining of respiratory symptoms are increasing, Sudan could possibly be witnessing a new wave of COVID-19 epidemic and/or another respiratory infection. Either way, preventive measures should be applied rapidly and appropriately, and the socioeconomic and political context must be regarded.


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Virginia Tech coach Frank Beamer uttered five words this morning that should give Hokies faithful hives.
During his weekly media call, Beamer said that Alabama receiver Julio Jones "reminds us of Calvin Johnson."
If Beamer isn't blowing smoke, figure on Jones giving Virginia Tech fits in the teams' opener Saturday night in Atlanta.
Johnson was a Georgia Tech All-American and in three games against the Hokies, 2004-06, caught 15 passes for 289 yards (19.3 yards per reception) and four touchdowns.
Like the 6-foot-5, 236-pound Johnson, Jones (6-4, 210) is tall, physical and fast. As a true freshman in 2008, he earned Southeastern Conference rookie of the year honors with 58 receptions for 924 yards and four scores.
"He can take it to the house in a hurry," Beamer said.
Since the NCAA reinstituted freshman eligibility in 1972, Jones is the 11th Crimson Tide true freshman to start an opener. He caught a touchdown pass in Alabama's Week 1 rout of Clemson and was among the few Tide players to distinguish themselves in closing losses to Florida in the SEC title game and Utah in the Sugar Bowl.
Jones had a combined 12 receptions for 201 yards against the Utes and Gators.
Granted, Jones is working with a new quarterback this season (Greg McElroy replaces John Parker Wilson). But remember, at Georgia Tech, Calvin Johnson had one of the most erratic quarterbacks in memory with Reggie Ball.
Last season, his second as a pro, Johnson (oxymoron alert!) excelled with the Detroit Lions, catching 78 passes for 1,331 yards and 12 scores. His yardage ranked fifth in the league, his touchdowns shared the league lead with Arizona's Larry Fitzgerald.
Speaking of whom, Fitzgerald, a University of Pittsburgh alum, is the only receiver I've seen cause the Hokies more problems than did Johnson.


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MATHEWS — Michael C. Rowe and Kevin L. Mitchem were elected to seats on the Board of Supervisors Tuesday. With all three precincts reporting, Rowe led the ticket with 1,444 votes. Mitchem had 1,079.
Martha Scott Lequeux finished a strong third with 1,020 votes. Following were Raymond E. Owens, R. Clement Dickey, Barbara M. Buchanan, Stanley E. Payne III and John M. Gillespie.
The incumbents did not seek re-election for the four-year terms.
Rowe has been on the School Board more than 10 years, seven years as chairman. He is a residential builder who closely oversaw the county's largest-ever construction project, the Lee-Jackson Elementary School.
Rowe is 47 and lives in North.
During the campaign, he said he hopes he can encourage the School Board and supervisors to work together.
He favors Hampton Roads Sanitation District taking over the sewage treatment plant. ``It will save the county money,'' he said, and the county would not relinquish control of expansion or rates.
The county needs more small businesses for jobs and tax base, he said. Mitchem, at 31, was the youngest contender. He lives at Port Haywood. Mitchem works in the family wholesale seafood business. The county native was on the Transportation Safety Commission and is now on the Wetlands Board.
He wants to encourage small business growth to keep taxes low. He would prefer businesses that hire five or six people, because larger industries would encourage people to move into the county.
``The main place that needs help is the Court House, and they're focusing on that now,'' said Mitchem.
Relations are not very good between the supervisors and the School Board, he said. ``I would like to think I could help mend the differences,'' he said.

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It is known that she joined the station in Waterman Broadcasting in August 2020. She previously worked at KWTX News where she began her broadcasting career in Waco, Texas. During this time, she led a weather coverage of the death of Spc. Vanessa Guillen.
Most noteworthy, Christy worked on a forecast of an EF3 tornado in the town of Texas. She also covered the Baylor Bears as well as the Sugar Bowl. Throughout her career, she has been a recipient of several accolades such as an Associated Press award and a Lone Star Emmy Award.
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The urea breath test is one method used to diagnose the presence of the bacterium, helicobacter pylori (H. pylori) in the stomach. H. pylori can cause peptic ulcers by damaging the mucous coating that protects the stomach and duodenum.
What to Expect
For the test, patients swallow a capsule containing urea made from an isotope of carbon. (Isotopes of carbon can occur in minuscule amounts in nature, and can be measured with special testing machines.) If H. pylori is present in the stomach, the urea is broken up and turned into carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide is absorbed across the lining of the stomach and into the blood. It then travels in the blood to the lungs where it is excreted in the breath. Samples of exhaled breath are collected, and the isotopic carbon in the exhaled carbon dioxide is measured.
How to Prepare
The test requires a fasting period of at least one hour prior to your test. This means that you consume no food or drink, only water, prior to the test. Patients should inform their physicians, prior to their test, if they are taking any medications. Typically, patients are instructed as follows:
- Phenylketonuric patients should not take the test as the active ingredients is mixed with aspartame and contains phenylalanine.
- Do not take proton pump inhibitors (Prilosed, Prevacid, Nexium, Protonix, Aciphex) within two weeks prior to the test.
- Do not take antibiotics within weeks prior to the test.
- Do not take bismuth preparations (Pepto Bismol, etc.) within two weeks prior to the test.
- If you have received H. pylori treatment, you should not take this test for a minimum of four weeks following the end of your treatment. An earlier post-treatment assessment may give false negative results.
- Prior to testing, you may take H2 antagonists (Tagamet, Zantac, Pepcid, Axid) or Antacids (Tums, etc.).


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Re: how to open a clio bonnet after the cable snaps
this might not help at all but ill try lol.
remove the plastic behind the boot, normally a few screws then you need to "pop out" the clips that hold it in.
well, when my lock went i used a screw driver and you can see the catch were the wire would have pulled it.
just click that and it should pop boot open, its only small so needs something small to move it. worked for me so....
u might want a torch to.
I think it the bonnet cable thats broken sean, not the boot.
You can usually flick the lug from underneath the car, working between the front chassis menber and infront of the radiator ... you need a very long screwdriver or suitable bar ... its a real pain
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Designer James Dieter has created an adjustable geometric lamp to showcase the launch of his new personal design studio.
His new design concepts will be directly focusing on the exploration and creation of geometric linkage. Mobi is the title of his first adjustable geometric lamp. The light has the ability to take on multiple shapes and appearances due to its skeleton-like framing.
With geometric connectors in a brass or aluminum finishing, the lamp can take on entirely new sizes and shapes. It can become twice as large, or half the size of the original figure. This allows the user to add their own creativity to any geometric lamp by changing size and shape if desired.
The lamps can be suspended overhead with highly intricate or extremely simplicity designs. The versatility of the Mobi is a clear sign of how Dieter's new studio will proceed with future creations.
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Brain injuries can sometimes result in difficulty swallowing (known as dysphagia). The signals from the brain that tell the muscles of the mouth and throat to swallow can be affected, making it difficult to chew and swallow food. Even saliva can be difficult to swallow. When chewing and swallowing are difficult, people are less likely to eat and drink, often causing dehydration and malnutrition.
Dysphagia also increase the chances that food can go “the wrong way”, into their airway instead of into the esophagus and down to the stomach. These can be signs of aspiration (food or liquids going into the airway), a condition that can put the person at risk of choking and pneumonia. If you notice that the person is throat clearing, coughing or choking during or after meals, you should talk to their physician right away. You should also consider being certified in CPR in case of choking.
Dysphagia can also increase social isolation because people with trouble swallowing may feel insecure about eating in front of others. It’s a complicated effect of brain injury, but with the right support and management techniques, it’s possible to manage dysphagia and keep a healthy diet.
How to manage dysphagia
Work with a health professional who specializes in swallowing disorders
Speech language pathologists (SLP), dietitians (RD) and occupational therapists (OT) are all trained in the assessment and management of patients with dysphagia.
A speech language pathologist (SLP) is a professional that helps people with speech and throat conditions, including dysphagia. They are generally involved in the acute and rehabilitation stages of brain injury recovery, as throat issues cause significant challenges for activities of daily living (ADLs) such as eating and drinking. Depending on the extent of dysphagia, the SLP will recommend different coping methods and treatments.
A dietitian is a professional who understands the digestive tract, including the muscles that support swallowing. They are often able to identify the causes of dysphagia and recommend safe swallowing strategies, including a change in diet texture. When chewing is an issue, often mashing food or pureeing food will be very helpful. For those who have difficulty with liquids, often thickening them is a good idea.
An occupational therapist helps with ADLs as well, often in a home setting. This can include eating, drinking, and communicating. They can also help with setting up your home environment to make it as easy as possible for the person with a brain injury to complete tasks independently. With respect to dysphagia they can recommend specialized utensils, cups or plates that may make eating food much easier.
Make dietary changes
It is very important that the person with a brain injury sees a trained dysphagia specialist (SLP, RD or OT) for a full assessment to find out what type of food texture and liquid thickness will work best for them. Eating behaviors can be really important too. The following are common guidelines that make sense for everyone:
- Always chew food completely before swallowing
- Avoid distractions like TV, reading etc. at meal times
- Avoid talking with food in their mouth
- Limit the amount of food they put in their mouth at one time
- Only eat when alert and well rested
- Remain sitting upright for at least 30 minutes after eating
- Sit up straight when eating (laying back increases their risk of coughing, choking, etc.)
- Swallow a second time to make sure all the food is gone
- Use recommended tools such as cups with sipping lids, straws or spoons
- Use the tongue or finger to check for any food that might be left in the mouth.


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Ta da! I am thrilled to be part of Dwell With Dignity’s new Thrift Studio here in Dallas. The vignettes are being painted later this week and I can’t wait to get all of my fabulous finds in to the space. I received my formal invitation to the launch party on September 30th and it is so stunning that I had to share it on the blog. Here are the details….
You’re invited to the sneak preview party for the first ever Dwell With Dignity Pop Up Shop!
The Dallas design community is coming together to support Dwell With Dignity. Shop five vingettes designed by local Dallas designers PULP Design Studios, Style/SWOON, William Baker, and Emily Johnston Larkin and Me.
Come sip, bite, and shop our designer finds for a good cause!Friday, September 30th 6-9 PM
1616 Hi Line Drive
$25 Admission at the Door. Benefits Dwell With Dignity.
The Thrift Studio will be a bi-annual pop-up shop, open for 30 days, that benefits Dwell With Dignity by selling overstock of donated items. The first Thrift Studio will be open in the Design District from Oct 1st-29th.


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For the Mallrats 25th Anniversary Show at Gallery1988, Chogrin x The Beast Brothers deliver fun retro action figures of Jay and Silent Bob with the Los Mallrats Prototype Edition resin art toys. Riffing off the title of Kevin Smith’s cult classic film, the figures reimagine the drug-dealing duo as actual mall rats complete with mouse ear style hats and rat tails. Riding the action figure concept, Silent Bob includes a vhs tape with incriminating home videos while Jay comes with a handy bag of snoochie boochie noochies. The new figures are the latest releases in the illustrious Mexican Bootlegs line.
Cast in basic gray, the 1 of 1 Prototype Edition figures live up to the Prototype moniker. The long, realistic pink rat tails add a bit of grimy edge to the overall cartoony designs. Presented with a streamlined riff on the classic blister and card packaging, Los Mallrats come on minimal cards and custom acrylic ‘blisters’. The creators have mentioned that this might be just the beginning with possible future editions and characters under consideration.
The Los Mallrats Prototype Edition (1/1) resin art toys will be available as part of the Mallrats 25th Anniversary Show from Gallery 1988’s web shop on Friday (9.25) at 12 PM PDT.
Here is another show Q Pop Shop and Chogrin have put together that will hit you right in the childhood! Presenting the Dragon Ball 30th Anniversary / Akira Toriyama tribute show, which will feature over 60 artists from around the world. Participating artists include: Drew Wise, Ian Jones-Quartey, Michael Rapa,…
EVENT PRESS: “Chogrin and Bottleneck have invited over 100 artists to participate in paying tribute to all the top films of 1984 (Ghostbusters, Terminator, Gremlins, Nausicaa, Neverending Story, Karate Kid, etc.) which are all turning 30 this year! The opening reception will take place this Friday at 60 Broadway, Brooklyn, NY 11249 from 7pm-10pm. The show is open to all ages.”
Nightmare on Elm Street by Chogrin Nightmare on Elm Street by Steven Hughes Friday The 13th by Doaly Friday The 13th by Jesse Phillips A preview sale was held online for subscribers on Feb 6, from 8pm-9pm. Meanwhile, all remaining pieces will go on sale this Saturday, February 8th, at Bottleneckgallery.com.
Gosh but there was a quite a number of pieces I would have loved to pick up tho! I am personally jazzed with the theme, as they had been films I had grown up with, and yes, it shows my age, but I don’t care! MUAHAHAAHAHAHA – Check out more artwork preview images for It Came From 1984 posted HERE on my Facebook (apologies as most do not have all the artists credited – do feel free to do so!).
Terminator by Craig Drake Terminator by Samuel Ho Indiana Jones & The Temple of Doom by Ben Huber The Last Starfighter by Drew Wise Gremlins by Carlos Lerma Karate Kid by David Mottram


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Eat Out Festival is back with a bang! And, so is the Flat 50% off at over 4000 restaurants across 12 cities in India. When it comes to Delhi NCR, there are around 500 restaurants in the region where you can satiate your hunger pangs.
A high-end club bar, Delhi Club House, located in One Horizon Center, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon, is a perfect choice to head to if you love clubbing but don’t want to splurge a lot at the same time. The spacious interiors speak class, with elegant wooden décor and huge glass windows on one side. Their menu is an elaborate one, with Indian, Continental and Oriental dishes. And offers everything from ‘Amritsari Kulcha, Channa’ to ‘Cheese Souffle’. Some of their must-try dishes are ‘Nano Idli Set’, ‘Thai Vegetable Red Curry Combo’, 'Railway Mutton Curry, Saffron Onion Rice’ and ‘Paani Poori’. And if you prefer a soft beverage, ‘Signature Pink Lemonade’ is a great pick.
Café Delhi Heights, in Cyber Hub, Gurgaon, is another foodie’s delight in the city which never fails to impress every time you visit this place. The quirky interiors and comfy seating area, along with music playing in the background, creates the perfect vibe to chill with friends or family. The café specializes in Indian, Continental and Asian cuisine and one should not miss their ‘Juicy Lucy Burger’ and ‘CDH Special Khao Suey’. Besides, ‘Mom’s Buttered Chicken Tikka Masala’ – with jalapenos biryani, caper raita, house salad and Indian bread, is a win-win.
Feast on melt-in-the-mouth kebabs at The Great Kabab Factory in Radisson Blu Plaza in Mahipalpur, South Delhi. It boasts of its spacious, elegant and comfy interiors. The menu features some of the most delicious kebabs and curries, and some of their highly recommended dishes are ‘Galouti Kabab’, ‘Achari Macchi Tikka’ and ‘Gosht Biryani’.
A bistro-cum-restaurant, Whisky Samba, in Two Horizon Center, Golf Course Road, Gurgaon, is a perfect choice among the top-notch places in Delhi for malt-lovers as it features a large collection of world-class whiskies. The place has a huge back-lit bar, lined with several bottles, reflecting in the mirror while creating a striking look. Moreover, the tan-leather comfortable sofas give it a luxurious vibe. Specializing in Pan-Asian cuisine, it offers a variety of mouth-melting sushi and dim sums and one must try their ‘Spicy Shrimp Tempura’. If you prefer cocktails, do not miss their signature cocktails like ‘Mr. Spice and Nice’ and ‘Whisky Samba Sour’.
Try something new at SodaBottleOpenerWala, in Khan Market, Central Delhi, a Mumbai-style Iranian café, specializing in Iranian and North Indian cuisine. The red and white checked tablecloth, old pictures, coloured walls as well as traditional-style lamps create a quirky ambience at this café. Slurp one of their signature cocktails ‘Old Bawa’ with their finger-licking starters like ‘Chicken Farcha’ – Parsi-style fried chicken, boneless. Among their main course dishes, ‘The Timeless Berry Pulao’, ‘Dhansak’ and ‘Chicken Sanju Baba’ are worth trying.
Hauz Khas Social is a gastronomy pub with chic interiors and serves a variety of cuisines like Indian, Continental, and Asian. Bustling with people of all age groups, this popular place features a curated menu offering a selection of dishes ranging from mouth-watering momos and burgers to sumptuous biryanis and sizzlers. From their elaborate bar menu, you can try cocktails like ‘The Famous Social Margherita’. Besides, one must definitely try their ‘Pork Belly Pops’ and ‘Baida Roti With Minced Chicken or Mutton’.
Craving for that mouth-watering Punjabi and North Indian cuisine? The interiors of Punjab Grill, located in Janpath, Connaught Place, Central Delhi, are tastefully done with elegant wooden décor and furnishings. A fine-dining restaurant, this place promises an exquisite dining experience to all its diners with an array of delectable food options. Their ‘Salmon Tikka’, ‘Murgh Tikka Punjab Grill’ and ‘Dhaniya Mirchi Da Kukkad’ are a great pick. Their innovative cocktails are amazing, and you can pair your meal with a ‘Coolcumber “Hendrick’s” – a heady concoction of Hendrick's gin, fresh cucumber, basil, lime, elderflower, tonic.
Saffron at Trident, in Gurgaon, offers a classy atmosphere with its contemporary interiors while breaking the monotony of traditional ambience which is very common at most restaurants serving North Indian cuisine. ‘Kakori Kebab’, ‘Lucknawi Paneer Korma’ and ‘Shahi Gosht Saffron Biryani’ are some of their highly recommended dishes.
Indulge in lip-smacking Indian, Continental and Oriental food at SXVIII, in Radisson Blu MBD, Noida. This all-day dining restaurant has a kitchen next to the dining area which lets you watch your food being prepared. Dishes like ‘Chicken Tikka Pizza’, ‘Paneer Tikka Masala’ and ‘Chicken Parmigiana’ – shallow fried chicken breast served with baby potato, grilled mushroom, raisin and red wine sauce, are not-to-be-missed.
Artusi, at One Horizon Center, in Gurgaon, serves the best Italian in the city. With an elegant dining space featuring lavish furniture and beautiful chandeliers, this place stands out among a hundred other restaurants which offer Italian in the city. Among their delicious handmade pasta, ‘Lasagna Bolognese’ and ‘Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe’ definitely deserve a try. Also, their ‘Caprese Frisella Salad’ is one of the tastiest salads you will ever have.
You can also head to Masala Art, Hard Rock Café and Lord of the Drinks and other outlets too to enjoy flat 50% off on your meals and beverages.
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Let the Momentum Continue
Posted May 6, 2004
On April 15, the disarmament exercise which started in December 7 but was discontinued due to some problems, resumed in Gbarnga, Bong County with several ex-combatants of the Liberians United for Reconciliation and Democracy (LURD) disarming to UNMIL peacekeepers. The exercise has since been extended to Buchanan where several ex-fighters of the Movement for Democracy in Liberia (MODEL) are cooperating. Likewise, it has also been extended to Tubmanburg, a former stronghold of LURD.
Since the resumption of the exercise, it has been reported that about 7,284 former fighters have disarmed. The disclosure was made last Monday at special edition of the Edward Wilmot Blyden Forum organized by the Press Union of Liberia (PUL) in observance of World Press Freedom Day.
Dr. Moses Jarbo, Executive Director of the National Commission on Disarmament, Demobilization, Rehabilitation and Reintegration (NCDDRR) said, statistics received from the disarmament sites shows that 5,384 male combatants and 752 female fighters have surrendered their arms to the peacekeepers. Continuing, Dr. Jarbo said the statistics also shows 935 males under the age of 18 years, 316 female below 16 years and 35 adults have also disarmed.
The figures or statistics cover disarmed soldiers in Gbarnga (Bong), Buchanan (Grand Bassa) and Tubmanburg (Bomi) since the resumption of the DDRR process.
Besides, since the process resumed, there have been much momentum and enthusiasm by every Liberian, including ex-combatants for the success of the program. As result of this, the resumed process continues to go on smoothly and unhindered as there have been no major problems since the process re-started.
At the same time, we commend UNMIL and others for the level of awareness and education on the process, something, which is greatly responsible for the smooth implementation of the disarmament, demobilization exercise thus far.
So far, we are happy over the level at which the disarmament process is proceeding and call on every Liberian to ensure that the process is successful because disarmament is crucial to the total restoration of lasting peace in this country.
To achieve this, the slogan for every Liberian now should be . “DISARMAMENT FIRST, THEN ALL OTHER THINGS WILL FOLLOW.” Once again, with a successful DDRR program, much would be achieved. Therefore, let us keep up the momentum for its success.

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By LORRIE KINKADE
The Trimble Banner
Traffic fatalities have been drastically reduced and drug seizures are on the increase in the district covered by the Kentucky State Police Post 5.
Capt. Dean Hayes, commander of the post in Campbellsburg, says much of the credit for the improved statistics should go to troopers Rick Ellis and Dennis Hedger.
Together, Ellis and Hedger make up the new “criminal patrol” team primarily assigned to the Interstate-71 corridor from Gallatin County to Oldham County.


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Where No Woman Has Gone Before
The Middle East’s largest animation studio diversifies into theme parks.
Randa Ayoubi, the 49-year-old founder and chief executive of Jordan-based Rubicon Group Holding, the Middle East’s largest animation studio and the region’s answer to Pixar Animation Studios, is behind the latest wave of excitement among Trekkies.
The company secured $1.5 billion in funding earlier this year to design and build a 184-acre entertainment resort in the Red Sea town of Aqaba, Jordan. The complex will feature a Star Trek–themed “space flight adventure” ride among 17 different attractions to be built by 2014.
Rubicon, which Ayoubi started in 1994 with just $140,000 of investment, will partner with Paramount Pictures Corp. and CBS Studios to create the attraction.
In a drive to merge education and multimedia in entertainment for children, Ayoubi initially produced CD-ROMs for children in Jordanian villages. Almost two decades later the company has become a multimillion-dollar entertainment empire behind remakes of The Pink Panther for the Cartoon Network, as well as the Ben & Izzy animated characters, and will launch two 3-D movies in the next two years. Although Ayoubi’s ambitions have always been big for Rubicon, investment support did not come overnight. Recently, Ayoubi spoke with Institutional Investor contributing writer Farah Halime.
Institutional Investor: It took you a decade to get the support you needed from investors. Why was it so difficult for Rubicon?
Ayoubi: [The idea of Rubicon] was a long shot, a far-fetched idea at the time, and investors said it was madness, from the technology part of it to getting people to invest in something that was not a farm, a factory. It’s ideas. They asked me what I could guarantee as collateral — land or assets of some kind against their investment — and of course I had nothing.
What finally persuaded investors to put money into your idea?
The simple answer is, I’ve always believed it would succeed. It sounds emotional, but what we want to do is to compete internationally, stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the best, and investors believe in this.
Do investors in the Middle East have a different strategy from those in the U.S. and U.K.?
We’re naturally very risk-averse. And in this part of the world, there used to be a fear of failure. I love to use the example of Steve Jobs; he’s my hero in life in terms of what kind of visionary he was. He failed so many times, people ridiculed him so many times, and he still insisted that his idea would work, and, as they say, who’s laughing now? But he’s from the U.S. [Jordan] has come a long way, and I’m really proud to be part of that journey.
You managed to get the investment support you needed, and among your shareholders is GrowthGate Capital Corp., a Gulf buyout firm, which secured a 30 percent equity investment in 2009. What changed investors’ mind-sets?
To be honest, most people gave me the time of day at the beginning to get me off their backs. But Jordan is not a rich country. We don’t have the natural resources, and there is a huge disparity between the haves and the have-nots. The main concern for the community has been getting Jordan on the global scene. Investors would never say no to something that helped young Jordanians better themselves.
What do you envision for Rubicon’s future?
I have said before that we will be like Pixar, but we’ve gone beyond that now. We’re not just an animated company. Even when we started and we were very small and didn’t have any money, we always thought of ourselves as a global company.


The Doosan dealer for Southern Germany, BAU Süddeutsche Baumaschinen Handels, has opened a new facility at the company‘s branch in Kempten. The opening ceremony for the new building was well attended and accompanied by an impressive display of Doosan‘s high-quality products.
“We at Doosan congratulate our dealer, Süddeutsche Baumaschinen, on another milestone in the company’s history and are certain that Christoph Karrer and his team will continue on their successful path.”
emphasizes Markus Schweers, Regional Sales Manager at Doosan Infracore Europe.
The new facility includes an administrative building that is both representative and functional, as well as an integrated training centre. This can be used by both customers and external parties. Particularly impressive is the more than 650 m2 workshop building with adjoining spare parts warehouse, construction shop and a separate customer area for the rental fleet. The latter includes various Doosan models in sufficient numbers to optimally and reliably cover all customer needs. In all, the new facility covers an area of 15,000 m2 and includes a test zone for demonstrations and machine try-outs offering construction site conditions.
“With the significant investment in this new facility, we are underscoring our ties to the region and are confident that we can offer our customers an even better service.”
explains Christoph Karrer, managing partner of the Süddeutsche Baumaschinen group of companies.


The 23-year-old model, who wed singer Justin Bieber in 2018, took to social media as she dismissed speculation that she was expecting her first child.
Study: Germans have less free time than in the first Corona year
According to a survey by the Hamburg-based BAT Foundation and British American Tobacco, Germans currently have less free time than in the first Corona year. In 2020, 4 hours and 19 minutes remained for free time. In 2023, it was only 3 hours and 55 minutes.
Rebel Wilson's relationship with Jacob Busch began before she embarked on her transformative "Year of Health".
George Clooney has convinced his kids he's in regular contact with Santa Claus ahead of the holidays.


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The Bibi Two-Step
This situation severely limits Israel's options, primarily its reliance on anti-missile defense. Chances are good that an incoming missile will be intercepted, which would then entitle a response with full force.
Ironically, once it achieves nuclear capability, Iran is more identifiably dangerous, and therefore more limited. The more threatening Iran becomes, the higher the stakes, the more intense a confrontation and the likelihood of a serious response. This offers the only real chance to prevent Iran from attacking.
The United States, Britain and France (at least) must warn Iran that launching a missile -- any missile (since it can be assumed to be a WMD) –- would result in the total annihilation of Iran by a combined international force. Secretary of State Hillary Clinton's refusal to make this clear weakens any opposition and offers no incentives for Iran to change course.
The warning to Iran must be clear, unequivocal, and substantive, obligating the "great powers," including NATO, to become part of a control mechanism, and one that will act decisively. There can be no question about the ramifications of a first-strike launch using WMD.
The advantage of such a system is that it virtually locks in all participants and everyone knows the rules. Iran's success up to now has been due to the lack of rules, clear red lines, and meaningful consequences. The responsibility for prudence and self-preservation as well as the system itself, therefore, is incumbent on every player. And once armed, there is no withdrawal.
Without doubt, Iran, like Pakistan and North Korea, will try to distribute and build facilities for WMD, and they may be initially successful, as occurred recently when a nuclear facility was being built in Syria. It would appear, however, that these initiatives could be readily eliminated.
Countries which have WMD and threaten others should be ostracized. This could easily become part of the UN Charter and other international bodies. In this way, Iran acquiring nuclear weapons could be a blessing in disguise, if it prompts a new way of thinking about the problem and how to contain it. As more nations acquire nuclear weapons they can learn that it's also a responsibility.
This, however, has nothing to do with Jews, settlements, elephants, or camels.
And if you think Obama knows the dance floor, Bibi can show him a trick or two.


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Blake, who was the main speaker at a discussion on the expectations of the summit co-hosted by the Asia Society and its partners Bridging Nations, George Washington University and the Center for Strategic and International Studies in Washington, DC, said there would also be announcements about US-India agreements on agriculture, education and bilateral trade and investment.
Saying that the issue of energy and climate change would be a major item of the summit agenda, the senior US official said "it's very important that India and China and other important developing countries work with us to achieve a successful outcome in Copenhagen."
He acknowledged that "India only emits about 4 per cent of the world's greenhouse gases, but the Indian economy is growing very rapidly now and as that expansion continues, its greenhouse gases are projected to increase by 50 per cent over the next 20 years."
"You'll see during the course of this visit, we'll have some important deliverables to announce in the area of energy and climate change," Blake said.
When Environment Minister Jairam Ramesh visited the US recently, he predicted that climate change would be on the agenda when Dr Singh visits Washington for his first official visit during the Obama administration's tenure.
"I can assure you that India will not be a deal breaker, India will be a deal maker," Ramesh had said then, thus stilling apprehension that India, along with China, might resist global efforts at the Copenhagen summit.
Blake said on Monday that "climate change is going to have a very significant impact in India," and pointed to "recent studies that have shown that if their current climate change projections continue, that South Asia will be the most seriously affected of all regions in the world."
He said it would potentially seriously impact food production. "So, there is a particular urgency for us to work together on climate change and agriculture because than can really benefit the large rural majority in India that is such an important part of India's future and the security of India's future," he argued.
Blake said in the area of agriculture too, "we'll have some announcements to make" during the prime minister's visit.
He said another area where there would be likely announcements of cooperation between the US and India would be in the area of education and development and declared that "this is going to be one of the most significant parts of what we are working on together in these next couple of years."
Blake said that in all of these areas, "the Obama administration would really like to do much more to try to engage the private sector, both in public-private partnerships, but also in advising and working with both governments, to see how we can make the private sector portion bring the private sector: to the fore in all of these dialogues."
"Traditionally, the private sector has been mostly engaged on the economic side of things as you might expect in trying to promote trade and investment. But we now really have an opportunity to work in some of these new areas like energy, education, and science and technology," he said.
He also disclosed that the membership of the US-India CEO Forum set up during the Bush administration "has been changed on both sides to reflect some of these new opportunities and some of the new agenda that we will be working on."
Blake said the CEO Forum would meet on the margins of the summit next week between Obama and Singh, "and they will also have a brief meeting with President Obama and Prime Minister Singh."
Earlier, he said that Dr Singh's visit was "notable because it is the first state visit by any foreign leader in the Obama administration and there's a reason for that and that is, we want to take our strategic partnership with India to the next level."
Blake also spoke of how Dr Singh had "courageously staked how own government on the civil nuclear initiative last year and so it's clear that he attaches great importance to relations with the United States."
In this regard, he said, "the Obama administration is fully committed to the civil nuclear partnership and we are firmly committed to moving forward on that as quickly as possible."
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[Ed. – All Sessions’ points are fair.]
Sessions made the comments in an interview with “The Mark Levin Show” Tuesday evening that was put online Wednesday.
“We’ve got cases moving in the very, very liberal Ninth Circuit, who, they’ve been hostile to the order,” Sessions said. “We won a case in Virginia recently that was a nicely-written order that just demolished, I thought, all the arguments that some of the other people have been making. We are confident that the President will prevail on appeal and particularly in the Supreme Court, if not the Ninth Circuit. … I really am amazed that a judge sitting on an island in the Pacific can issue an order that stops the President of the United States from what appears to be clearly his statutory and Constitutional power.” …
“The judges don’t get to psychoanalyze the President to see if the order he issues is lawful. It’s either lawful or it’s not. I think that it will be real important for America to have judges in the model of Judge (Neil) Gorsuch and (the late Supreme Court Justice Antonin) Scalia, people who serve under the law, under the Constitution, not above it, and they are faithful to the law.”

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