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Another week, another fast food localization going viral. Chinese social media isn’t entirely over McDonald’s controversial introduction of roujiamo just yet, and already it’s having to contend with KFC rolling out Chinese regional breakfast item reganmian (hot and dry noodles) in the dish’s home city of Wuhan.
Predictably, netizens are not all that impressed with the launch, but reactions from the customers are definitely less negative compared to the Mc-roujiamo.
McDonald’s Bashed Online Over Introduction of Roujiamo, the “Chinese Burger”
In fact, some hungry commenters on social media are clamoring for the dish.
“Only in Wuhan? Try other cities, people [in Wuhan] can eat reganmian everyday,” writes one of the most popular comments under an official post from KFC on microblogging platform Weibo.
“When it will be available across the whole country?” adds another.
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“I am not looking for ‘authentic’ regional food items every day, it will work if it doesn’t taste horribly bad,” says another commenter, reflecting a general non-plussed attitude among KFC diners when it comes to such localization attempts.
According to Wuhan Evening News, the reganmian launch is part of a partnership deal between KFC’s parent company Yum China and the Hubei Provincial Government, which aims to support locally-produced ingredients. Their efforts have particularly focused on pushing products from the provincial capital of Wuhan in recent months given its international reputation as the center of the Covid-19 outbreak.
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Since October 2020, KFC has also been selling pre-packaged snail noodles, another popular regional dish in China. This Wuhan dish will mark the first time that the chain is offering chopsticks to diners and is also the company’s first eat-in noodle item.
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Following the releases of their 2017 debut LP “Immuniversity” and their 2018 EP “Promstarr,” FRND CRCL have released their sophomore album, titled “Internet Noise.”
The album contains plenty of upbeat tracks, starting with the opening track “Somethin Bout You,” bringing catchy riffs in the intro and verses before a pretty memorable chorus. The guitars and drums build up the bridge and overall, the instrumentation on this track is really catchy. Singles like “Loose Cannon” and the unforgettable “Famous” follow suit, bringing catchy instrumentals and melodies from start to finish. One Last Dance” brings a bit more energy, driven by the drums and bass, and the tempo changes later on make the song stand out quite a bit.
A couple of tracks on here showcase a darker side of the band’s sound, such as the much faster paced single “Deception,” bringing more catchy riffs and drumbeats, and the intriguing “The Waiting Game,” which incorporates some shouted vocals and showcases some great instrumental performances surrounding yet another memorable chorus, and the acoustically driven closer “Charlotte's Web,” which allows the vocals to shine in the chorus, and those vocals are emphasized even more by the added vocal harmonies.
The remaining two tracks are also a lot softer in comparison to the rest of the record, at least at first. “For When Bombs Fall” begins with some cleaner guitars that play simple (yet still catchy) guitar riffs throughout the song, and despite its softer start, hard hitting drums eventually come in and build the song up. “End Of The World” is also acoustically driven and has some softer vocals in the beginning, but once more instrumentals are added into the mix, the song quickly turns into a bigger and harder hitting ballad. The huge chorus provides powerful vocal and instrumental performances, and the impressive guitar solo later on is pretty catchy.
FRND CRCL put a unique and pretty distinct twist on the pop punk and pop rock genres, and the nine tracks on “Internet Noise” display that very well with the variety and overall memorability.
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On Monday Feb. 25, in the northern State of Baja California, as part of the “Security Crusade, everybody’s task” (Cruzada por la Seguridad, una tarea de todos), an American citizen who had an outstanding warrant for drug smuggling in El Centro, California, was arrested by the International Liaison Coordination of the Public Secretary of Security in Baja California, in Vilas del Rey, a suburban area of Mexicali where the State Police (PEP) and the National Institute of Immigration (INM) set up a check point, where Christopher “X”, 28 years old, was detained.
When his personal data was checked through the C4 Command and Control Center by PEP and INM agents and they found out that he couldn’t prove his legal stay in Mexico, and they also became aware of the fact that US Marshalls and the USA State Department had an outstanding arrest warrant for drug smuggling and dealing against the suspect.
The warrant was issued 4 months ago in El Centro, California for drug smuggling, but the suspect fled the country to Mexico thru Mexicali to avoid arrest.
The man had a previous detention last year for robbery, so he was stopped at the check point, and placed under custody, until American authorities determine his legal status and take the corresponding actions.
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NEW DELHI: Baahubali star Prabhas has announced his new movie, a love story entitled Radhe Shyam, set to hit theaters on July 30, 2021. The film stars Pooja Hedge and is directed by Radha Krishna Kumar.
The announcement of the film, which was shot simultaneously in Telugu and Hindi to lure pan-Indian audiences, especially in the aftermath of the Covid-19 lockdown that wreaked havoc on the cinema company, coincided with the Valentine’s Day celebrations to highlight the theme of the film.
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Prabhas gained recognition across the country with the Baahubali franchise, the second installment of which has grossed nearly Rs 2000 crore worldwide and remains the highest grossing Indian film ever. The actor, who mainly works in Telugu cinema, was last seen in the action thriller Saaho, which appeared in Hindi and Tamil in addition to Telugu and fetched nearly Rs 500 crore worldwide.
Filmmakers in the South Indian film industry, increasingly keeping an eye on pan-Indian audiences, have taken the lead in announcing films for theatrical release following the Covid-19 lockdown. Last week, Karan Johar Liger’s Dharma Productions announced the Hindi debut of Telugu star Vijay Deverakonda, best known for the controversial romantic drama Arjun Reddy, set to release September 9.
Filmmakers list a series of exciting films that originate from South Indian languages but are intended to be dubbed or recorded in multiple languages, including Hindi. These have a mix of Bollywood and South Indian faces and aim to attract fans in a variety of states and regions. Baahubali director SS Rajamouli has Ajay Devgn and Alia Bhatt alongside Jr NTR and Ram Charan in his upcoming film RRR, while Deepika Padukone and Amitabh Bachchan will star with Prabhas in a film funded by Telugu’s production house Vyjayanthi Movies. Prabhas also has a movie entitled Adipurush with Saif Ali Khan as the antagonist directed by Om Raut from Tanhaji: The Unsung Warrior. The second installment in the KGF franchise features Sanjay Dutt along with Kannada star Yash.
Subject matter experts say that bringing together stars in multiple languages will only increase the market for an individual movie, making it more viable and increasing sources of income such as satellite, digital, music and trade rights. The credit of crossing geographic barriers with investing in big budgets, action and high-octane graphics to make movies that the whole country can watch together goes to the Baahubali franchise, film industry analysts believe.

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Sophie von Hellermann’s large-scale, narrative paintings have been described as a ‘meltdown of images from books, films, art history, the media and her own life’. Using rapid, broad brushstrokes to apply pure pigment to her canvases, her works have a hazy, dream-like quality. For her exhibition at firstsite von Hellermann produced a series of paintings inspired by literal readings of English idiomatic expressions, including the exhibition title, Elephant in the Room.Works include a 7.5-metre high ‘pyre’ of portraits inspired by the witch trials that took place in Essex during the English Civil War and a mural running through the building that pictures scenes from 1,600 years of Colchester’s history from the Roman colony of Camulodunum, to the siege of Colchester in 1648. Published to accompany the exhibition at firstsite, 25 May – 26 August 2013.

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6 COPS HELD OVER EXTORTION BID
They tried to extort money from two illegal gambling operators
AGROUP of policemen who tried extorting money from two illegal gambling operators found themselves in trouble when their peers caught wind of their devious plot.
The six men, including an inspector, were arrested between 10pm on Tuesday and 3am yesterday at the state and district police headquarters here, as well as at the Padawan and Lundu stations.
The two illegal lottery operators, from whom the rogue policemen tried to extort money, lodged a report against them, a police source said.
They claimed the rogue policemen had asked them to pay RM10,000 to avoid being arrested in an ongoing crackdown on illegal gambling activities.
The source said one of the operators paid RM2,000 while the other paid RM500 to the group.
The six policemen, aged between 25 and 53, were remanded for three days to facilitate investigations.
The suspects appeared calm when they were produced at the magistrate’s court in Petra Jaya, near here, yesterday.
Magistrate Zulhairil Sulaiman denied the suspects bail.
They were unrepresented. Zulhairil ordered them to be remanded until Aug 12.
State Police Commissioner Datuk Amer Awal said there would be no leniency for any policemen who abused their authority and commit crimes.
“It is intolerable.
“We will never protect officers abusing their power as their action will tarnish the image of the force,” he said at the state police headquarters here. Present was state CID chief Datuk Dev Kumar.
“We are in the process of questioning the suspects to get a clearer picture of what happened, how long they have been extorting money, how much is the amount and whether any other victims were involved.
“The two victims are businessmen... But we can’t reveal too much yet,” Amer added.
The rogue policemen being taken to the magistrate’s court in Kuching yesterday.

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Former GB swimmer Rebecca Adlington joined by daughter Summer, 4, to perform Mamma Mia
Rebecca Adlington has shared a sweet clip of her singing an Abba hit with her daughter in matching bathrobes.
The 31 year-old double Olympic swimming champion belted out Mamma Mia with her four year-old daughter Summer.
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In the 1980s, they published most of the gamebooks in France, in the collection Folio Junior — Un livre dont vous êtes le héros (a book in which you are the hero, a reference to the caption of the covers of the Fighting Fantasy gamebooks), including Fighting Fantasy, Sorcery!, Lone Wolf, The World of Lone Wolf, Sagas of the Demonspawn, Grailquest, Cretan Chronicles, Horror Classic Gamebooks, Virtual Reality, Double Game, Clash of the Princes, Golden Dragon Fantasy Gamebooks, Blood Sword, Real Life Gamebooks, Fatemaster, Forbidden Gateway, Sherlock Holmes Solo Mysteries, Super Sherlock, and a few original French series. They still publish some Fighting Fantasy and Lone Wolf gamebooks (reissue started in 2012).
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There’s a very fun interview of Benjamin Rosenbaum in the Washington Post today. I loved the bits about how he developed a system for managing rejections – it reminds me of his elaborate charting of his novel writing progress (spoiler: He’s 54% done – and hey, what, no writing since June?). It’s certainly a most excellent procrastinatory device. Apparently he submitted his first story to the New Yorker at age 13 about Rabbis going on a rocketship.
Benjamin’s book The Ant King and other stories is coming out August 1st and will make great summer reading, I’m sure. I’ve read the title story and alternately exclaimed “I can’t believe you can do this in a story” and “oh wow, nice writing” as each bit of prose went weird or apt. (thank goodness no one is asking me to blurb a book, is all I’m saying).
When my book got picked up I tracked down other Small Beer Press authors and cold-emailed them – I’m indebted to Benjamin for the super-engaging replies and guidance.

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Everest Attempt. I was the leader of a 19-member expedition from Zagreb. We had hoped to climb the Australian route on Everest’s north side. We established Base Camp at 5200 meters, Advance Base at the junction of the Middle and West Rongbuk Glaciers and Camp I at 5560 meters on August 15, 17 and 20. By September 8, we had fixed rope up the right side of the Great Couloir and made a snow cave for 12 people. It took us the next 37 days to gain 600 meters. Bad weather, new snow and avalanches destroyed fixed ropes and camps. In all, fourteen climbers were caught by avalanches. Marjan Kregar and Slavko Sveticic were swept down 350 meters, but luckily escaped with broken ribs and a damaged knee. Only Aco Pepevnik climbed above Camp III at 7500 meters and reached 7900 meters. We gave up on October 19.
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Scheduling algorithms are important components in the provision of guaranteed quality of service parameters such as delay, delay jitter, packet loss rate, or throughput. The design of scheduling algorithms for mobile communication networks is especially challenging given the highly variable link error rates and capacities, and the. changing mobile station connectivity typically encountered in such networks. This article provides a survey of scheduling techniques for several types of wireless networks. Some of the challenges in designing such schedulers are first discussed. Desirable features and classifications of schedulers are then reviewed. This is followed by a discussion of several, scheduling algorithms which have been proposed for TDMA, CDMA, and multihop packet networks.


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Have you noticed some of the best street art comes from Brazil? We’re not talking graffiti tagging, but bonafide murals painted to resurrect communities and color “the concrete jungle”. Street art has the purpose of representing the communities of Brazil, putting forth an image of culture, whether it is dark or colorful. Street art is a reminder to a community of unification, psychological similarities or differences all within the same geographic diameter.
Street art was legalized in Brazil in 2009, meaning allowed by the city alongside the consent of the building’s owner of course. In Rio de Janeiro, Street art is not confined to an economic area of lowliness, rather it spans across communities of all socioeconomic stances and purposes from commercial, industrial, touristic and residential, connecting them all. The city has allowed street art to define its communities.
For more information, we highly recommend this article -> The Legalization of Street Art in Rio de Janeiro by Michelle Young.


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Nevada site being used to test N-devices
US Homeland Security scientists are working on a $33 mn program to perfect devices that can more accurately detect nuclear devices.
Homeland Security scientists at the Radiological-Nuclear Countermeasures Test and Evaluation Complex in the Nevada desert are working on a $33 million program to perfect devices that can more accurately detect nuclear devices and "dirty bombs."
"If we're not going forward with an investment in this type of technology, we could very easily miss an opportunity to defeat a terrorist with a dirty bomb or a radiological device," said congressman Jim Gibbons.
Gibbons is a member of the House Subcommittee on Prevention of Nuclear and Biological Attacks, who recently toured the site.
The program, a division of the federal Homeland Security Department, was created under a presidential order to refine methods to protect the nation from radiological and nuclear threats.
The test site is a stone's throw from an ultra-secure bunker in the desert, where the nation's nuclear weapons are assembled.
It is surrounded by barren mountains, spiky yucca trees and craters left from decades of nuclear weapons tests about 75 miles north of Las Vegas.
The place provides an opportunity for scientists to test for nuclear material, including weapons-grade plutonium, in secure and controlled conditions.
Some of the monitors now used to identify such material do not always work, said Vayl Oxford, director of the federal Domestic Nuclear Detection Office.
The test site, a vast federal reservation, also hosts the National Center for Combating Terrorism, which includes several facilities to improve the nation's ability to prevent or recover from a terrorist attack.
Technicians are testing pillar-style roadside sensors like those deployed to ports of entry and some highway weigh stations.
The sensors detect neutrons and gamma rays emitted by lethal nuclear devices or radioactive isotopes that could be dispersed by less sophisticated explosives in a "dirty bomb."
The scientists also are testing sensors in vehicles, including white ambulance-style vans, black SUVs and a Jeep loaded with sophisticated radiation sniffers and computers.
The tests aim to see whether the 30 or so devices available commercially can distinguish a bomb from less harmful sources of radioactivity.
"We get alarms frequently with medical patients or other materials," Oxford said.
All of the 10,000 alarms tallied to date across the nation have been resolved by closer inspections and matching shipments to manifests.
Detecting radioactive materials in public places is an evolving science, Oxford said.
There are no national standards for devices that range from the size of a steam iron to the two-door prototype "Smart Jeep."
The next generation of hand-held detectors should be able to identify radiation sources without the need to open shipping containers, using what Oxford calls "discrimination capability."
One goal will be to publish what officials say should be a "Consumer Reports"-style guide with information that state and local police, fire and security officials can use before buying the machines.


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After legislation aiming to counter forced labor in the Chinese province of Xinjiang saw success in the U.S. House of Representatives, significant corporate lobbying has targeted the legislation in the Senate.
Critics have characterized the lobbying as an effort to weaken the bill, while several major companies have argued their policies already seek to remove forced labor from their supply chains.
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act passed the House on Sept. 22 by a vote of 406-3.
The legislation would treat all goods imported from China’s Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region in the far west as being created with forced labor, unless certified otherwise by U.S. Customs and Border Protection. It would also require disclosures from businesses that engage with Chinese companies and would authorize sanctions on anyone determined to be responsible for labor trafficking of Uyghurs.
An estimated 1 million or more Uyghurs, members of a Muslim ethnoreligious minority group, have been detained in “re-education camps” in Xinjiang, which were first spotted on satellite imagery in 2017.
The Chinese government at one time denied the camps existed, but has since shifted to defending its actions as an appropriate terrorism prevention measure.
Those inside the camps are reportedly subjected to forced labor, torture, and political indoctrination. Women who have been imprisoned in the camps have told stories of forced abortions and sterilizations.
The Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act notes that the U.S. State Department determined in its 2019 human trafficking report that subsidies are offered to Chinese companies for opening factories near the internment camps.
If passed and signed into law, the bill would instruct the Secretary of State to determine whether the treatment of Uyghurs inside the internment camps constitutes genocide or other crimes against humanity, and to create a plan of response.
The Congressional-Executive Commission on China, a bipartisan group of legislators, issued a March report listing companies that have been suspected of using forced labor in Xinjiang. These include Adidas, Calvin Klein, Campbell Soup Company, Coca-Cola, Costco, H&M, Nike, Patagonia, and Tommy Hilfiger among others.
Some companies are lobbying to have their names removed from the forced labor prevention bill, which specifically accuses them of using forced labor from Xinjiang.
Lobbyists from multinational companies and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce have criticized the bill and dedicated resources to changing it, The New York Times and Washington Post reported last month.
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce joined seven other industry groups in a November letter saying they have a history of fighting forced labor. They advocated a comprehensive effort using the presidential administration, Congress, and foreign governments to address forced labor.
Critics of the bill worry it creates a “presumption of forced labor” which is difficult for accused companies to counter. Human rights advocates say that China has transferred Uyghur Muslims out of Xinjiang to work elsewhere in the country and it is difficult for any U.S. company with operations in China to ensure it isn't benefiting from forced labor.
A March report from the Australian Strategic Policy Institute said O-Film Technology, a contractor for Apple, Microsoft and Google, among other companies, has received at least 700 Uyghur workers as part of a program that aims to “gradually alter their ideology.”
Foxconn Technology and other suppliers of Apple take part in similar employment programs.
Apple has suggested changes to the bill like extending compliance deadlines, releasing some supply chain information to congressional committees rather than to the public, and requiring the U.S. government to designate Chinese entities that help surveil or detain Uyghurs and other minority groups in Xinjiang, the New York Times reports.
Apple has disputed claims it wants to weaken the proposed law. The company said it backs stronger regulation and wants the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act to become law, the New York Times reports. The company claims to have the strongest supplier conduct code in its industry, and its assessments include surprise audits.
“Looking for the presence of forced labor is part of every supplier assessment we conduct and any violations of our policies carry immediate consequences, including business termination,” Apple said in a statement.
“Earlier this year, we conducted a detailed investigation with our suppliers in China and found no evidence of forced labor on Apple production lines and we are continuing to monitor this closely.”
However, Cathy Feingold, director of the international department for the AFL-CIO labor union, countered that “What Apple would like is we all just sit and talk and not have any real consequences.”
“They’re shocked because it’s the first time where there could be some actual effective enforceability,” she told the Washington Post.
Xinjiang produces raw materials including cotton, coal, sugar, tomatoes and polysilicon. Its workforce includes apparel and footwear factory workers.
Nike has spent hundreds of thousands of dollars in 2020 to lobby Congress and government agencies on Xinjiang-related legislation, and Coca-Cola's millions in lobbying expenditures include lobbying on the act. In March Nike said its products do not have sources in Xinjiang and it has confirmed its suppliers do not use yarn or textiles from the region.
Nike said that a factory in Qingdao, a major city in the eastern Shangdong province, stopped hiring new workers from Xinjiang in 2019, citing an independent audit's reports that there were no Xinjiang employees there. However, the Australian Strategic Policy Institute report cited state media reports indicating around 800 Uyghur workers were there at the end of 2019 and made over seven million pairs of Nike shoes each year.
The Trump administration has taken action to block the import of some goods from the Xinjiang region and to sanction companies growing cotton in the area.
However, lawmakers sought additional action to respond to concerns that companies are profiting from the forced labor taking place in the internment camps, which have been compared to the concentration camps under Nazi Germany.
U.S. law already bars the importation of goods made with forced labor, but the law is rarely enforced and violations are hard to prove, the Washington Post said.

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How to Maximize Natural Light in Your Home
Ideas from our home design experts to increase daylight in your home
We can’t overlook the benefits of natural light into our home. Apart from just improving your mood & immune system, it also helps you save a great deal of money on your electricity bill. Well, its benefits don’t end here only – yes, natural light in the house also allows you to best bring out the exquisiteness of your fabrics as well as furniture. In today’s blog post, MyGhosla has brought you some easy and interesting tips from our In-house architect’s that you may consider to make the most of the natural light in your home. So, let’s take a quick look:
For Exiting Homes
The most effective, tangible and understandable element in architecture is water, it reaches its maximum positive impact when in motion. Fountains, pools or swimming pool features when used as an element not only help in cooling the air naturally before passing into interiors but also gives life sensations and their relaxing sound relieves tension.
Open the Windows Frequently
This may seem like a no-brainer, but many people rarely open windows in their homes for reasons ranging from noise, to dust and safety concerns. Here are some solutions you may adopt for increased cross ventilation and improve the air quality inside:
Use Grills, Jali’s and Mesh
The use of grills and jali’s not only enhances the elevation outlook but also helps in improving the air flow into the home, leaving you refreshed all day long. The features are safety friendly and protective as they give partial vision to the internal areas on opening the windows.
Right tree in right direction makes all the difference!
Deciduous tree to be planted in East & South for solar shading in summers & natural light, solar heating of the house in winter eg: Oak, Mahogany
Evergreen tree to be planted on the north and West sides of the house to provide shade in the hot summer and serve as a wind break in the cold winter eg: Neem, Ashoka, Palm
For New Homes
The Layout Plan
The layout plan of the home should be in such a way that it should direct the right amount of sun light into the house providing just enough amount of heat to keep the house warm during winter’s and at the same time not being too hot during the summer’s. Different design layouts for the building would provide different methods of keeping the house cool and fresh. This is by applying different ventilation techniques purely depending on the design sensibility for the house.
The windows in the layout of the home must be arranged in such a way that the right amount of sun light enters into the house in the different areas of the house.
Vastu Tip for home-
Windows should be placed on the north and south areas for optimum cross-ventilation, unless it hinders aesthetic views. This encourages natural breeze and draws in good air flow into interiors, especially during the summer months.
Incorporate the following in your home plan to increase the air flow.
-Double Height Atriums
For Interior Design
Chew Over Using Mirrors
Indeed, mirrors tend to imitate, instead of absorbing the light. So, it is a good idea to hang an outsized mirror on a wall opposite side of a window, as it’ll double the light coming in. In addition to this, you can also think about using the same mirrors on the rear of bookshelves, or fix a few of them on one wall.
Fix on the Ideal Color Palette
Did you know that colors can either soak up or imitate light? Yes, that is true and if we talk about the lighter shades, these act like a mirror and spread light all over the room. Moreover, you must keep the ceiling in mind, try to paint it several shades lighter than the walls and then see the magic, your living area will not just look lighter but also brighter.
Consider Adding Skylights
There is no question in that installing skylights is a little expensive home improvement, but they promise to significantly trim down the electricity costs ultimately. Think about fixing them in rooms that you use frequently, including bathrooms, and in places that get the most daylight.
Choose Lighter Fabric
Believe it or no but heavy fabrics such as velvets & brocades can weigh your living area down. On the other hand, lighter fabrics like linen & cotton have ability to lighten up a space.


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Confirmed infections of COVID-19 reach 1,297,865, against 1,257,355 recoveries and 28,945 deaths, leaving 11,565 active cases
Pakistan on Tuesday reported 630 new infections of COVID-19 after conducting 44,198 tests—a positivity ratio of 1.42 percent.
The Sindh government on Monday was informed that genomic sequencing of 351 COVID-19 tests had found that the Omicron variant had infected nearly 50 percent—175 samples—of the patients. According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office, a few of the cases infected with Omicron had an international travel history, but the majority appeared to be a result of local transmission. Describing the pandemic situation as “critical,” Chief Minister Murad Ali Shah urged the provincial health department to expedite its COVID-19 vaccination drive and increase the number of tests being conducted daily across Sindh. He also warned of “strict measures” to curb the spread of the pandemic if citizens did not adopt precautionary measures.
Confirmed Cases, Total – 1,297,865 (Tests: 23,558,972)
Punjab – 445,630
Sindh – 483,165
Balochistan – 33,648
Khyber–Pakhtunkhwa – 181,498
Islamabad – 108,823
Gilgit-Baltistan – 10,429
Pakistan-administered Kashmir – 34,672
Deaths – 28,945
Recoveries – 1,257,355
In the 24 hours preceding 8 a.m., Tuesday, Pakistan’s confirmed cases climbed to 1,297,865. Meanwhile, deaths increased by 2 to 28,945. At the same time, recoveries increased by 187 to 1,257,355, or 97 percent of total infections. There are currently 11,565 active cases of COVID-19 in the country, with the NCOC saying 641 of them require critical care.
On Tuesday, authorities reported 1 death due to the coronavirus, raising total casualties to 13,075. The province now has 445,630 confirmed cases; it reported 185 new infections after administering 19,485 tests, a positivity ratio of 0.95 percent. There were no new recoveries recorded, leaving 429,322 fully recovered, and 3,233 active cases of the virus.
Confirmed cases of the novel coronavirus in Sindh have now climbed to 483,165; it reported 339 new infections on Tuesday after conducting 10,632 tests, a positivity ratio of 3.2 percent. The province reported no deaths and 120 recoveries, maintaining toll at 7,673 and raising total recovered to 468,200. Overall, the province now has 7,292 active cases of the novel coronavirus.
The provincial government on Tuesday reported 29 new cases after administering 8,879 tests, a positivity ratio of 0.33 percent. Overall, Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa’s confirmed cases have climbed to 181,498. It recorded no new deaths and 18 recoveries, maintaining toll at 5,933 and raising recoveries to 174,972. There are currently 593 active cases of COVID-19 in the province.
The province on Tuesday raised its total confirmed cases to 33,648, reporting 4 new infections after conducting 344 tests, a positivity ratio of 1.16 percent. There was 1 death and 9 recoveries reported in the past 24 hours, leaving 365 fatalities and 33,243 fully recovered. There are now 40 active cases of COVID-19 in the province.
Islamabad on Tuesday raised its confirmed coronavirus cases to 108,823, reporting 68 new cases after conducting 4,122 tests, a positivity ratio of 1.65 percent. There were no deaths and 33 recoveries recorded in the past 24 hours, leaving 967 casualties; 107,477 recovered; and 379 active cases.
Gilgit-Baltistan reported no new cases of coronavirus on Tuesday after conducting 254 tests; it currently has 10,429 confirmed cases. There were no deaths and 1 recovery reported in the past 24 hours, leaving 186 fatalities; 10,242 fully recovered people; and 1 active case of COVID-19.
Pakistan-administered Kashmir has reported 5 new cases of COVID-19 after administering 482 tests, a positivity ratio of 1.04 percent, raising confirmed cases to 34,672. There were no deaths and 6 recoveries in the past 24 hours, leaving 746 fatalities and 33,899 fully recovered. It now has 27 active cases of COVID-19.
Across the world
Globally, the virus has now infected more than 292,966,139 people, with over 5,465,921 reported deaths. After having passed through multiple waves of the pandemic, the world is divided between countries that are struggling to counter mutated variants, or have introduced vaccination boosters to maintain normalcy. There are mounting calls, especially from the World Health Organization, for “vaccine equality,” i.e. for developed nations to stop hoarding vaccines in excess of their requirements and to share them with the developing world to help prevent the mutation of new variants. Overall, around 255,344,343 patients of the 292.97 million+ infected have recovered thus far.


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- 500 g Pumpkin purée
- 2 eggs
- 1 egg yolk
- 70 g white sugar
- 120 g brown sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 4 tsp YIAH Pumpkin Pie Spice, (see tips for alternatives)
- 1/2 tsp lemon zest
- 360 g thickened cream
- 1 Uncooked Pie Base, (short crust pastry)
Use Butternut Pumpkin (cut in half lengthways). Scoop out seeds, and place cut side down on baking paper covered oven tray.
Bake pumpkin for around 1 1/2 hours at 180 degrees, or until fork or skewer is easily inserted through skin (pumpkin is soft).
Allow to cool, scoop out cooked pumpkin pulp and stir/mash.
1. Preheat oven the 220 degrees.
2. Add 2 eggs and egg yolk to bowl and beat 15 sec/speed 4.
3. Add sugars, salt, spice and lemon zest and combine 15 sec / speed 4.
4. Mix in 500g of cooled pumpkin puree 20 sec / speed 5 or until smooth.
5. Add cream through lid while mixing speed 1-2 and continue to beat together until well combined (20-30 sec).
6. Pour completed mixture into uncooked pie base, and bake at 220 degrees for 15 minutes. If outer edge of pie crust is darkening too quickly, at this point, cover (the outer edge only) with foil). Lower oven temp to 175 degrees, and continue to cook for a further 50 mins or until a skewer inserted into the middle of the pie comes out clean.
7. Cool on a wire rack for 2 hours (until pie completely 'deflates' and is cool throughout).
8. Refridgerate to chill, then with whipped cream.
Preparing Pumpkin Puree
Making Pumpkin Pie
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For decades, India was plagued with the menace of religious conversions. Missionaries ravaged the society and destroyed the ethos of Sanathan Dharma. Yet, politicians let themselves be held hostage by the veto power of the Muslim voters. They behaved as if their hands were tied behind their backs. They refrained from legislating acts to curb forced conversions. Gladly, time never remains the same. The sun is finally settng for the religious missionaries. The Himachal government is spearheading this reform and has prepared the noose for evangelists.
Himachal bars Religious Conversion
Recently, the Jai Ram Thakur government went hammer and tongs against the conversion mafia trying to allure vulnerable sections of society. It amended the Freedom of Religion Act, 2019 to make it more stringent. The Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill, 2022 was unanimously passed by the state assembly. It will become a law after the Governor’s assent.
Himachal Pradesh Assembly passes the Freedom of Religion (Amendment) Bill 2022
The bill has been brought to curb illegal religious conversions in Himachal Pradesh and proposes a higher jail term of up to 10 years and a fine of up to Rs 2 lakh.
Himachal CM Jai Ram Thakur stated that the government brought this amendment to stop mass conversion. He highlighted the case of mass conversions that shocked the state. He gave examples of mass conversion in Rohru, Rampur and Banjar in Himachal.
CM Thakur said, “There was no provision in the (2019) Act to curb mass conversions. Therefore, a provision to this effect is being made. The jail for mass conversions shall be between five and 10 years and a fine of Rs 1.50 lakh”.
The Himachal administration has made several changes to bar any kind of religious conversion. The new amended bill will forbid mass conversions in the state. This is a stern warning to the evangelists upsurging in the state.
Various provisions of the new Bill
As per the bill, “mass conversion” is described as two or more people converting at the same time. The amended bill proposes to increase the punishment for forced conversions to a maximum of 10 years from previously 7 years.
The bill states, “No person shall convert or attempt to convert, either directly or otherwise, any other person from one religion to another by use of misrepresentation, force, undue influence, coercion, inducement or by any fraudulent means or by marriage.”
Any person who violates the provisions stated in the bill and indulges in mass conversion will face a minimum punishment of five years that can be extended up to ten years.
The bill clearly states that if someone conceals his/her identity, religion to marry someone from other religion, that person will be liable to face a punishment between 3 to 10 years. In addition to the jail term, the person will be fined a minimum Rs 50,000 that may extend to Rs 1 lakh.
The bill categorically states that the complaints made under the new Act will be investigated by a police officer not below the rank of a sub-inspector. These cases will now be heard by a sessions court.
No caste-based benefits post conversion
Additionally, post conversion, the bill bars the converted person from taking benefits on the basis of their parents’ caste and religion. This means that if any SC/ST/OBC undergoes religious conversion, the converted person can not avail reservation and other benefits available for SC/ST/OBCs.
The bill states that any person who makes a false declaration or continues to draw the benefit of his parent religion or caste even after conversion shall be punished to not less than two years or extended to five years of imprisonment.
This was also the last session of the assembly as the state is heading for polls in November. With this the Jai Ram Thakur government has set a strong tone while going into the election. It has made strong legislation that will prove to be a death knell for the conversion mafia. This has virtually made religious conversion next to impossible in the hilly state. This stringent legislation should be replicated elsewhere to end the menace of the conversion mafia.
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Emergency services were called to the crash on the A360 through the village at around 5.30pm this evening (Tuesday, 11 October).
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Bitcoin stopped working to remain above the $46,000 assistance versus the United States Dollar. BTC is moving and may even check the $43,200 assistance zone.
- Bitcoin is down over 4% and there was a relocation listed below the $46,000 assistance.
- The rate is trading listed below $45,500 and the 100 per hour basic moving average.
- There was a break listed below an essential breakout pattern with assistance near $46,800 on the per hour chart of the BTC/USD set (information feed from Kraken).
- The set might extend decrease and test the $43,200 assistance zone in the near term.
Bitcoin Price Dips Below Support
Bitcoin rate began an essential decrease after it had a hard time to remain above $46,500 and $46,400. BTC decreased listed below the $46,000 assistance to relocation into a short-term bearish zone.
There was a clear move listed below the 50% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $44,470 swing low $48,200 high. The bears had the ability to press the rate listed below the $45,500 assistance and the 100 per hour basic moving average.
Besides, there was a break listed below an essential breakout pattern with assistance near $46,800 on the per hour chart of the BTC/USD set. Bitcoin is now trading listed below the 76.4% Fib retracement level of the upward wave from the $44,470 swing low $48,200 high.
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An instant assistance on the drawback is near the $44,450 level. The next significant assistance is seen near the $44,000 level. The primary assistance now sits near the $43,320 level. It is near the 1.236 Fib extension level of the upward wave from the $44,470 swing low $48,200 high. A drawback break listed below the $43,320 assistance zone might send out the rate to $42,000 in the near term.
Upsides Capped in BTC?
If bitcoin stays steady above the $44,450 assistance level, it might try an advantage correction. An instant resistance on the benefit is near the $45,500 level.
The next significant resistance is near the $45,800 level. The essential obstacle is now forming near the $46,350 level (the previous breakdown zone), above which the rate may increase gradually. In the specified case, it might check the $47,200 level and the 100 per hour basic moving average.
Hourly MACD – The MACD is gradually acquiring speed in the bearish zone.
Hourly RSI (Relative Strength Index) – The RSI for BTC/USD is now in the oversold area.
Major Support Levels – $44,450, followed by $43,320.
Major Resistance Levels – $45,500, $45,800 and $46,350.

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Once again, the United States government is being “shutdown.” The second of its kind, the shutdown will effect at least nine executive departments of the federal government, including the Departments of State, the Treasury, and the Justice Department along with others causing lay-offs and furloughs of an estimated 800,000 federal employees.
During the 2013 shutdown, the Army Times announced that military personnel would continue to be required to report for duty without pay until further notice. This shutdown, however, is not anticipated to affect the Defense budget. However, many of those both directly and indirectly employed by the Defense Department may be furloughed or required to work without pay. Additionally, an estimated 40,000 or more Coast Guard personnel will also be required to work without pay – a fact which seems to contradict the Trump administration’s emphasis on supporting men and women in uniform and securing the homeland.
The latest shutdown comes as a response from the Trump administration after being refused $5.7 billion in public funds that the White House had hoped to direct toward building a U.S.-Mexico border wall. The denial comes as something of a surprise to many conservative constituents of the Republican-controlled Senate which unanimously voted not to support the border wall portion of the appropriations bill.
While many pundits on the political right have openly criticized the Trump administration’s shutdown, they continue to echo Trump’s campaign promise to “build the wall.” But some analysts observe that the Trump administration’s ‘hardball’ politics amount to a win-win situation for anti-government conservatives who have maintained an anti-taxation, “drain the swamp” platform since the late 1970s. Meanwhile, Democrats and liberal media outlets have decried the administration’s actions as “hostage-taking” of federal employees.
When asked how long the shutdown is expected to last, Congressional leaders have predicted the situation will continue into the New Year. If the shutdown does in fact continue through January, the economic impact is estimated to cost the U.S. economy over $10 billion, according to federal estimates.


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Lideres Latinos Oral History Project: Interview with Ted Guerrero
BIOGRAPHICAL INFORMATION: Ted Guerrero was born in Saint John's, Michigan. He was drawn to Minnesota to work on the farms and stayed for financial support offered by Moorhead State University. Guerrero received his bachelor's degree from Moorhead State University in guidance and counseling. Guerrero later worked for the University as a recruiter for minority students for over 35 years. He served as president of the Hispanic Caucus of Minnesota Education Association promoting bilingual education and ESL (English as a Second Language). Guerrero also served four years on the Minnesota State Board of Health under Governor Rudy Perpich. SUBJECTS DISCUSSED: Family background; education; moving to Minnesota; jobs held; Minnesota winter; Hispanic music; speaking Spanish and English in the family; Latino culture; Tejano band; his five sons; education system in Minnesota; comparing North Dakota to Minnesota; cascarones; religion; Mexican food; diversity; racism renting a home; immigration; and networking.
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Interviewer: Arauza, Abner
Interviewee: Guerrero, Ted
Made in: Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota, United States
Hispanic Americans -- Minnesota.
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OH135 (Library Call Number)
AV2011.2.18 (Accession Number)
MNHS Library Catalog
Oral History - Project, MHS Collection, project: 'Lideres Latinos Oral History Project'

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Whether you are a customer, a company or a policymaker, you’ve possibly become aware of the expanding worry over the increasing cost of healthcare. This is a major issue for the typical American and is an element that could impact the economy in the future. Nonetheless, there are ways you can help reduce your very own prices and also still obtain the care you need.
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Acquiring health care is frequently challenging, particularly for low-income individuals. This is generally as a result of the high out-of-pocket costs that the majority of people need to pay. If you are in a low-income family members, you have to select between paying for rent or food, or mosting likely to the medical professional.
Along with economic obstacles, people also have to manage transport problems. This can consist of long distance travel as well as absence of vehicles. It is important to consider these obstacles prior to attempting to improve medical care gain access to.
Many nations do not have adequate health infrastructure. These systems are prone to all-natural disasters, which can better limit access to care. In some locations, there might not suffice physicians or advanced clinical technologies to satisfy the needs of the population.
Regardless of enhancements, medical care costs in the United States is still greater than in numerous other countries. According to a recent report from the AARP Public Policy Institute, even middle-class households with insurance coverage battle to cover their medical costs.
The Consumer Price Index (CPI) computes the modification in prices urban customers pay for a range of items as well as solutions. This data works in tracking trends in health care costs. However, in the case of health care, the CPI does not include a solitary meaning of cost. Actually, it is tough to gauge what is a good deal without an understanding of the elements underlying the price.
The Medical Care Element of the CPI procedures trends in treatment rates based upon certain indications. It is calculated by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Stats. The CPI is a device that can aid hospitals and wellness systems understand the complete cost of treatment.
Maintaining client privacy is an important part of the health care sector. This is specifically vital in cultivating trust fund in between individuals and their treatment providers. There are lots of reasons for safeguarding person wellness information. These reasons are not just moral, yet likewise functional.
The United States has various legislations that shield medical personal privacy. Several of these regulations are the Medical insurance Mobility as well as Liability Act (HIPAA), the Genetic Info Nondiscrimination Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and also the Individual Defense and also Affordable Care Act. Each of these legislations establishes specific demands for just how health care companies can utilize health and wellness details. These policies are frequently transforming, so it is very important to remain on top of them.
It’s likewise essential to keep in mind that personal privacy isn’t just about visibility. It has to do with preserving the best equilibrium of privacy and also confidentiality to shield patients’ rights.
Numerous compensation designs influence accessibility to treatment and also solutions. As an example, the traditional fee-for-service contract benefits medical facilities for offering care. This model also incentivizes service providers to provide as lots of services as feasible. Nonetheless, as the government manages price and also costs, these agreements are deteriorating.
Another kind of reimbursement design is value-based. These agreements incentivize suppliers to give cost-effective care. These contracts additionally connect repayment to specific clinical outcomes. These contracts are typically described as outcomes-based contracts (OBCs). Raising varieties of OBCs are anticipated to play a significant role in the development of value-based treatment.
Avalere’s 5th annual survey of health and wellness insurance firms and payers found that an expanding number of payers are embracing outcomes-based contracts. In fact, the share of payers with 10 or even more OBCs will increase by 2021.
Liable care organizations
Significantly, providers are welcoming value-based care shipment models. These programs reward teams of providers for improving the quality and price of treatment This is an excellent way to urge evidence-based medication and real-market services.
Responsible care organizations (ACOs) are teams of medical facilities as well as physicians that collaborate to coordinate client care. They are also in charge of the complete expenses of look after their patients. In exchange for the economic threat, ACOs are paid a section of Medicare savings.
ACOs are becoming a major player in value-based treatment. Nonetheless, their success might depend on how they come close to the concept of accountability.
ACOs have to find out to construct information analytics and also wellness info exchange capacities. They should also comply with people throughout their treatment journey. This can be a difficulty, specifically if ACOs do not have robust networks.
Despite the fact that over one million Americans are suffering from mental disease, accessibility to services is still an issue. In a recent study of greater than 1,000 medical care employees and individuals, the Kaiser Household Foundation (KFF) partnered with the Washington Post to discover the biggest hurdles to accessing psychological healthcare.
The most usual barriers to accessing psychological health services include cultural, social, as well as legislative aspects. In addition to these variables, lack of awareness about psychological health services, poor mental wellness training of primary health-care team, as well as stigma are a few of the main stumbling blocks for people. treatment center for adolescents
The survey likewise found that over a 3rd of people dealt with longer than one week consultation wait times. A few of the other most usual reasons people did not obtain aid were lack of time and also cash, along with a feeling of concern.

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Forty teams will participate in this year’s Vodafone Fiji Football Association sponsored Fiji Secondary School’s Championship to be played from August 8-11 in Ba.
Fiji Secondary School’s Football Association secretary Vimlesh Kumar said during the launch on Saturday the championship marked the 62nd Year of competition for secondary school in Fiji which began in 1957.
“It is another historic achievement for Fiji Secondary School Football Association and the whole of the secondary school fraternity is grateful for the tremendous support shown by our sponsors Vodafone and Fiji Football Association.”
“On behalf of the President of FSSFA and all the affiliated schools I would like to thank Vodafone and Fiji Football Association for the continued support without which organizing a tournament involving 20 under 19 Teams, four under 17 teams, eight under 15 teams and eight girls teams would not have been impossible, “said Kumar
Kumar said the Championship had been growing every year and this year we were increasing the number of teams in the girls and under 15 grades from four to eight teams.
“FSSFA is also keen to introduce the Comet program in our championship in Ba and we are in close contact with Fiji Football which have a database of all secondary schools players and competitions. A total of 40 teams will compete in 84 matches during four days of tournament in Ba.
“The growth of the championship has helped to nurture current and future national reps who will be instrumental in bringing glory to our beloved nation.”
He said the secondary school’s championship plays a vital role in the development of football in the country.
“The championship not only nurtures players but future coaches, managers, administrators, and most of all the future referees. We have seen that a number of cadet referees officiating in our district and zonal games which assures well for future match officials. “
“There is intense competition in our district and zonal championships and this year we will see new winners in the under 15 and either 17 grades as last year’s winners have not qualified.
“Xavier College the defending champions in the Under 19 grade have qualified with Vunimono High School the defending champions in the girls competitions.
“There has been an increase in the number of girls’ team in our district and zonal competitions and three new schools will be part of the Vodafone FSSFA Championships in Ba which are Jasper Williams High School, Lomawai Secondary School and Vashist Muni College in the girl’s grade.”


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New crocheters looking for simple, skill-building projects need look no further than 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners, a new book from Sixth&Spring Books. The easy projects include cozy accessories, afghan, bags, and other projects aimed at ensuring a successful outcome for the newest crocheters.
Soho Publishing provided a copy of 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners for my review. The opinions expressed here are my own. This post contains affiliate links, which may pay me a small amount if you buy something after clicking one of them, but it does not cost you anything extra.
The introductory chapter includes the information beginners need to be successful crocheting their first projects: choosing yarn and tools, tutorials (including photos) of basic crochet techniques and how to read crochet patterns, and finishing skills.
Beautiful full-color photos of both techniques and projects make everything clear.
Projects for Beginning Crocheters
Beginning crocheters can find it challenging to choose projects. The patterns need to be well-written in terms you can understand, with sufficient explanations that still mange to remain concise. And of course, the instructions need to be professionally edited so that they are accurate.
The projects can’t be too complex, because you don’t want to be overwhelmed when you are just starting out. Clear photographs are important. Oh, and you want the projects to be fun, interesting, useful and timely, right?
60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners has all your bases covered. With sixty patterns to choose from, you’re sure to find something that appeals, from home decor to wearable accessories. I contributed to the collection, so I hope you’ll like at least one of my designs! Here are just a few examples.
The Stash in a Dash basket, a simple crocheted basket, is worked in single crochet. This soft-sided basket can be crocheted in colors to fit your decor. Bulky weight yarn makes this a quick-to-crochet project.
The Poppin’ Hat alternates rounds of popcorn stitches and plain stripes for a warm and textured head topper.
This one was really fun to crochet, and I was tempted to do it in many colors, but I restrained myself to keep it to shades of purple!
The Shell Trio cowl is generously long enough to wrap twice around your neck, shown here in neutral grays to match everything in your wardrobe.
One of my favorites in the book is Christina Merson’s Hue and Tassel throw, a beauty in cream and gray stripes with gold highlights. And there are so many other nice projects, too!
Cascade Yarns is famous for having a huge range of colors and yarns, and with their Pacific line, they certainly live up to that reputation. If you don’t like the colors shown in the photographed samples, you’ll have plenty of other colorways to choose from.
All images from 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners ©Sixth&Spring Books.
Priced at under $20, 60 Quick Crochet Projects for Beginners would make a great gift yourself or a new crocheter in your life.


This trumpet is finished in lacquered brass with nickel valve caps. The finish has tarnish blemishes through out the tubing on this instrument. There are two water keys on this trumpet, one on the main tuning slide and one on the third valve slide. There is a thumb sadel on the first valve slide and an adjustable ring on the third valve tuning slide. All sides and valves move freely and as they should. This trumpet comes with a 7C mouthpiece. The trumpet comes with a hard canvas zippered case that is lined with plush black material.
- Lacquered brass with nickel valve caps
- Two water keys on this trumpet,
- Thumb sadel on the first valve slide and an adjustable ring on the third valve tuning slide
- 7C mouthpiece
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Originally built in the 12th century as a fortification on the hill above the Lendava River, near the contemporary border with Hungary, the Lendava Castle is one of the most important historic monuments in the region
The castle was in past centuries many times entirely restored and rebuilt.
The present-day Baroque appearance of the castle dates from 1690–1707, following the withdrawal of the Turks from the area, when the Esterházys had it rebuilt to form an L-shaped building as a sign of their loyalty to the Emperor Leopold I. The castle became a show piece of Baroque architecture, and remained in the hands of the Esterházy family until World War I.
The castle is first mentioned in the records in 1192 as a property of the Hungarian noble family Bánffy and was theirs until the middle of the 17th century, when it fell to the Nádasdy family for a short period, and in the 18th century came under the management of the Eszterházy family. Today it is a massive two-storey building with a mansard roof overlooking the town of Lendava-Lendva. The walls are supported by massive buttresses and the south-west façade is emphasised with a central tower
Since 1973 the castle houses the Lendava-Lendva Gallery and Museum and each year it hosts a restoration workshop as well as the artists from the Lendava-Lendva International Fine Arts Colony and the LindArt International Fine Arts Colony.


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There are a few authors whose novels are my own personal equivalent to comfort food. Stephen King is one; John Connolly is another. Every time I sit down with one of their stories, I know I'm in good hands, and their words bring a certain warmth to my soul. Connolly's Charlie Parker series, in particular, is like a big bowl of beef stew or mac & cheese eaten beside the fireplace and in the company of good friends. Over the course of fourteen novels, I consider Parker, Angel, and Louis very good friends, indeed. And, jeez, do I ever eat up these stories!
Connolly is a superb storyteller, first and foremost. His prose is both simple and elegantly constructed, and although he sometimes wanders off into tangents of both local and personal history for his settings and characters, I certainly don't mind reading those words even if I wonder at the necessity of their inclusion. Would A Time of Torment be better if some tangential segments were shortened? I suspect it wouldn't be by much, frankly, and, for me, it's a bit of the charm Connolly brings to the table. You can tell this man does his research, and he's eager to share what he's learned. And when you tell a story as well as Connolly, well...the more the better, in my opinion. He's a craftsman, and one of the best in the business as far I'm concerned.
As far as A Time of Torment is concerned, I feel a bit of sympathy for readers encountering this author and these characters here for the very first time. This is not a book for the inexperienced, and the Parker novels are very much a Read In Order series. This particular volume builds off the events, story, and character threads established in the prior three Parker thrillers, which themselves are shaped by the supernatural mythology of the preceding volumes. Characters like The Collector and Parker's daughter, Sam, who make brief appearances here will likely leave the uninitiated scratching their head as to their importance. Those who have been around since the beginning, though, will be much more appreciative of their roles in the overarching mythology of the series as a whole. My advice, as always, to anyone who hasn't read Connolly yet is to start from the very beginning with Every Dead Thing.
Plot-wise, Parker is hired by a recently released prisoner, who quickly goes missing. Parker's subsequent investigation brings to his attention a small cult-like community known as The Cut, and their religious idol, The Dead King.
There's echoes of Prosperous, the community featured in The Wolf In Winter, but not so much that it feels like a total retread. There's enough differences in The Cut's actions, history, and characters to differentiate them from Prosperous, and, in some ways, make them a dark mirror reflection of an already nasty bunch. They're darker, and, to a degree, one might even say more primitive. Then again, so, too, is Charlie Parker. It's the events of that prior novel that have helped shape the subtle alterations in Parker's persona and methods. The detective has become a more aggressive hunter, very much so a wolf in his own right. And the Cut is certainly worthy of his particular brand of attention.
A Time of Torment is a bit slower paced than previous installments, but not detrimentally so. If anything, for me, it just means it takes a bit more time to savor and enjoy, and I was left feeling perfectly satiated. Now begins the wait, once more, for the next book...
[Note: I received an advanced copy of this title for review from the publisher via NetGalley.]


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ST. PETERSBURG — The University of South Florida System is exploring the purchase of property adjacent to USF St. Petersburg that is owned by the Poynter Institute, which owns the Tampa Bay Times.
The USF System has signed a nonbinding letter of intent with Poynter to transfer 3.7 acres of vacant land to the university for $6.2 million. The rectangular block fronts Fourth Street and adjoins the new Kate Tiedemann School of Business.
Though USF and Poynter have signed the letter, the agreement still must be approved by various groups, including the university's board of trustees.
In a statement, USF said: "We are currently conducting due diligence on the land. Since a finalized agreement has not been reached, it would be premature to discuss long-term goals for the property. We look forward to sharing our plans if the USF System completes the purchase and a determination is made on the most efficient use of the space."
Poynter president Tim Franklin said in a statement: "If this agreement comes to fruition, it would be a win for USF, Poynter and the city of St. Petersburg. The university would acquire land to allow expansion, Poynter would have additional funding for efforts in digital journalism and teaching, and the city would add to a robust 'innovation district' in this area of downtown."
Chris Martin, vice president of external relations at Poynter and president of the Poynter Foundation, said money from a potential sale has not been earmarked specifically. Poynter has a number of growth areas, including its online and digital curriculum.
"Which is why physical space is not as important to us as much as our growth nationally and globally," Martin said. "That's where our significant growth is."


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Is it a Missouri National Grassland or Forest Park? Maybe both, come next year.
The bad news: St. Louis is facing a $46 million budget deficit
that will force layoffs, furloughs and reduced trash collection.
The good news: The fiscal belt-tightening has produced an idea that will save the City an estimated $500,000 annually and help the environment in the process.
The plan, as explained by city parks director Gary Bess
, is to let large swaths of park land grow as they would in the wild. That means clearing out invasive species but letting hard-to-reach areas such as ravines, gullies and open meadows sprout into "un-mown savannahs" or "prairie areas."
"It's a a way to reduce the area that we mow but still maintain the same amount of park acreage that the city owns," Bess says. "It's an environmentally positive way to still offer park service and reduce the amount of carbon emissions you emit when you're cutting grass."
The program is already in place in about twenty-two percent of Forest Park.
Bess says his department will "try to find a fit for it in almost all
city parks," but public green spaces less than ten acres and high-visibility areas such as the Gateway Mall will likely remain as closely cropped as they were before. Bess mentioned Chain of Rocks Park along the river North St. Louis as a prime candidate for the program because it already has large swaths of grassland.
The parks department will also have it's manpower reduced by about ten percent as part of citywide cuts. They will lose ten full-time employees and thirteen seasonal workers.
As for citizen concerns that their neighborhood green space will grow into an overgrown jungle, Bess says the savannah areas will knocked down once a season, either in early spring or late fall. "These things do get maintained just to a lesser degree," he adds. "Plus we're getting native plants that can offer a certain degree of flowering and are somewhat attractive."


November 23, 2021
TO: ALL WISCONSIN STATE-CHARTERED CREDIT UNIONS
In 2014, the Office of Credit Unions (OCU) issued General Letter CU 2-14, Derivatives Authority, which sets forth a process for Wisconsin credit unions to obtain authority to use derivatives to reduce interest rate risk. The process was aligned with the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) Letter to Credit Unions No. 14-CU-04, Derivatives Applications Open, and related Supervisory Letter No. 14-02, Derivatives Examination Guidance.
Earlier this year, NCUA issued an updated rule on derivatives for federal credit unions that streamlines the application process and exempts certain credit unions. See generally 12 C.F.R. part 703, subpart B. In addition, the rule mandates that derivatives can only be used for the purpose of managing interest rate risk.
The OCU will require that state-chartered credit unions follow the standards in the new federal rule. If a Wisconsin credit union seeks derivatives authority, it should review the federal rule and standards and seek approval from the OCU. A credit union seeking derivatives authority must demonstrate that it has completed appropriate due diligence, that it employs staff and consultants that understand derivatives, and that it has put in place proper policies, operational support requirements and reporting requirements. It is also expected that the credit union’s board of directors has a basic understanding of derivatives and how the use of them will assist its credit union to manage interest rate risk.
This letter repeals and replaces OCU General Letter CU 2-14.
Kim Santos, Director
OFFICE OF CREDIT UNIONS