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As a nursing mamma, you know that it’s not all sunshine and roses when it comes to feeding your baby. Yes, breastfeeding is an incredible bonding experience. You get that great oxytocin boost when snuggling your little one. And yes, you may be overwhelmed with intense feelings of love and contentment when nursing (after the first couple of months). However, as most nursing mammas know – there can be hiccups along the way. From those first agonizing weeks of getting the correct latch, to cracked nipples and oversupply – there are a lot of speed bumps on the breastfeeding route. One of the most dreaded and painful issues are plugged ducts or mastitis. Since they both present the same way at first, it can be hard to tell the difference. However, they may need to be treated differently. Particularly if you need an antibiotic. Here’s a quick guide on how to tell what you’ve got going on, and more importantly, how to get rid of it ASAP.
What it is:
A plugged duct occurs when a milk duct is blocked. It can happen if you’re not fully emptying the breast and clearing the milk, or if you’ve skipped a feeding. Plugged ducts can show up in a variety of ways, but the most common are:
– Lumps or bumps that you can feel in the breast tissue and are usually round
– Hot or red portions of the breast
– A knot or bump in the breast that may disappear for a little while after nursing
With a plugged duct you typically don’t have many other symptoms, but a low-grade fever is possible. It may hurt to nurse or during letdown, and your breast may be sore for up to a week after you’ve resolved the plugged duct.
What it is:
Mastitis is an inflammation in the breast that is most likely caused due to blocked milk flow. Another possible cause is an infection, which is why Mastitis is most common in the first few weeks of baby’s life. Cracked and bleeding nipples and exposure to germs in the hospital offer unique opportunities for infection.
The symptoms are very similar to a plugged duct, but the redness may radiate out from the affected area. The pain with mastitis is usually more intense, and a higher fever is common. Flu-like symptoms and chills are also part of the deal.
What to do:
Although it may be painful, whatever you do, do NOT stop nursing if you have either of these issues. You’ll only cause the problem to worsen and may even open yourself up to other issues like an abscess. There are a few things you can do to help unclog the duct and get back on track:
– Nurse frequently. I unclogged multiple ducts by nursing every hour without ever even doing anything else. Kelly Mom recommends nursing at least every two hours
– Warm compresses and massage. Using a warm compress and massaging the duct prior to nursing can help loosen the blockage. Combined with baby’s suction this is an effective way to break up the clog
– Massage while nursing, especially around the affected area
– Use a breast pump or hand express between feedings to ensure you’re fully emptying the breast
– Take ibuprofen or acetaminophen for pain relief
If the pain is severe and lasts more than 24 hours, you may need an antibiotic to treat mastitis
How to prevent a plugged duct from turning into Mastitis
You never want to ignore a plugged duct as it can quickly turn into mastitis. Immediately starting breast massage, frequent nursing, and warm compresses will not only break up the duct but also prevent it from worsening. The best thing you can do for yourself is to catch this one early. Not only will you avoid a significant amount of pain and discomfort, but you’ll also avoid exposing your baby to antibiotics at such a young age.
Now that you know what to look for hopefully you can tell the difference between a plugged duct or full-blown mastitis. Treating early is the best way to ensure that these speed bumps don’t totally stall you on the breastfeeding path. Although painful and annoying, you can overcome both of these issues and continue a successful breastfeeding relationship. For more breastfeeding information visit kellymom.com – it’s hands down the best breastfeeding site I’ve found!
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Hang in there, mamma! You’ll get through this and will be back to nursing comfortably in no time.
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14 Top Baby Names In The UK — & Not Just The Royal Ones
With so many people obsessing over the newest royal bundle of joy due this spring, top baby names in the UK are a hot topic of conversation. Speculation over Meghan and Harry's baby's name has made waves online recently, causing a boom in popularity for several traditional royal names. While it is not yet known what the newest royal baby's name will be, I'm pretty sure it will become just as popular as Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis' names have been in recent years.
But it's not just royal names that are trending across the pond — fresh and unique baby names are fighting for their time in the spotlight, as are babies named after British pop culture icons and athletes. Names of characters from popular British television shows and movies, as well as those here in the U.S. are also seeing a rise in popularity among new parents.
Naming your baby is one of the most important jobs you have as a parent. Whether inspiration strikes watching a movie, taking a walk through the park, or reading a blog post about trending baby names in the UK, your baby's name will be something they carry with them throughout their entire life. If you happen to pick one from this list, they will probably love hearing the story behind their British-inspired name one day.
According to Baby Centre, the name of the adorably lovable main character from the movie Peter Rabbit inspired more parents of newborns in the UK to register the name on birth certificates in 2018.
The only daughter of British superstars Victoria and David Beckham touts the name Harper, which Mother and Baby reported has steadily risen in popularity since 2007, a few years before she was born.
This name never fails to make me think of the dreamy Dr. Jackson Avery on Grey's Anatomy. (Is that just me?) The Independent listed the name Jackson, which has Scottish origins, as the most popular baby name in the UK for boys in 2018.
While it's not spelled the same as the beloved Disney cartoon character who may have inspired the name's trendiness, Sophia topped The Independent's list of most popular baby names in the UK in 2018 for girls.
Although still not as popular as his brother George's name, Prince Louis' name is steadily rising among popular baby names in the UK, according to a report by iNews. Look for the name to become trendier than ever as the adorable new royal grows up.
I'm not really sure this one needs an explanation. Since becoming the Duchess of Sussex in 2018, Meghan Markle's first name has steadily risen in popularity and is one of the top trending baby names in the UK, according to Mother and Baby.
Nameberry reported that the popularity of England football captain Harry Kane during the World Cup in 2018 caused a rise in the registration of the name Kane. While his first name, Harry, has been a classic favorite for years, his last name is steadily rising through the ranks of popular British baby names.
Thanks to the ever-popular show Game of Thrones, the name Arya (also spelled Aria) broke into the top 10 most popular baby names in the UK in 2018, according to Baby Centre. With the conclusion of the series happening this year, the name should gain even more popularity.
Baby Centre predicts a rise in the traditional British name Ryder this year. Thanks to the cartoon Paw Patrol, babies can grow up and watch a character with their same name help lead the pups on exciting missions.
The Bodyguard has been reported by The Guardian as BBC's bestselling box set of all time. English actor Keeley Hawes plays the part of Julia Montague, whose first name has seen a rise in popularity as a baby name in the UK and is expected to become even more trendy, according to Baby Center.
In addition to being one of the most popular names in the world, a report by BBC listed Muhammad as one of the top 10 most popular boy names in the UK. While the spelling of the name can vary, it is certainly a name that carries much prestige, and certainly packs a punch.
I'm not sure if I love the Harry Potter inspiration or the nod to Chrissy Teigen's daughter more with this name. Motherly reported that the name Luna rose in popularity of UK baby names for girls a whopping 30 places in 2018.
Rising through the ranks of popular baby boy names in the UK is the classic Hunter, making its first appearance on the top 100 English baby names in 2018, Motherly reported. The name has origins in English culture from the Middle Ages when Hunter was used as a surname for those who hunted game as an occupation, according to The Bump. If hunting isn't your thing, opt for strong alternatives with similar roots like Wolf or Chase.
BBC reported that Aurora has joined the top 100 baby names in the UK and is steadily rising through the list. I personally love the princess vibes the name gives, even if it's not the name of any of my favorite modern day royals.


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Three of the world's most elite climbers are missing and presumed dead by park officials after an avalanche in Alberta, Canada.
Jess Roskelley, a U.S. citizen, and David Lama and Hansjörg Auer, who are both Austrian, had been attempting to climb the east face of Howse Peak in Banff National Park. They were reported overdue on Wednesday, according to the park.
"Based on an assessment of the scene, all three members of the party are presumed to be deceased," the park said.
A statement from Parks Canada said that responders "observed signs of multiple avalanches and debris containing climbing equipment."
"Search and recovery efforts are not currently possible due to weather and dangerous avalanche conditions," it said. The avalanche hazard is expected to continue, Parks Canada said, because of more strong winds and precipitation.
Washington native Roskelley, 36, was the youngest American to summit Mount Everest. He accomplished the feat when he was 20 with his father. John, who is also a well-known climber.
"It's how he lived, really. He took life by the horns," his father told the newspaper. "When you're climbing mountains, danger is not too far away. It's terrible for my wife and I. But it's even worse for his wife."
David Lama, the 28-year-old son of a Nepali mountain guide and an Austrian nurse, made waves early in his career. According to the trio's sponsor, The North Face, "at age 12, David became the youngest climber in the history of the sport to complete an 8b+," an extremely difficult rock climbing grade.
Lama made the first free ascent of the southeast ridge of Cerro Torre in Patagonia, which was documented in a film called Cerro Torre: A Snowball's Chance in Hell.
Auer, 35, who grew up in the mountains of Austria, was known as "one of the world's top solo climbers," as Outside reported. In 2007, he famously free-soloed "The Fish," a legendary route on the south face of Italy's Marmolada.
"All three of them, they had in common this similar goal of going and doing remote climbs on big mountains in a very pure, alpine way," Gripped magazine Editor-in-Chief Brandon Pullan told CBC. The difficult route that the group was on had only been climbed once, according to the broadcaster.
Parks Canada described the route as a "remote and an exceptionally difficult objective, with mixed rock and ice routes requiring advanced alpine mountaineering skills."
The Howse Peak area has been closed to all traffic and travel until further notice. The area generally sees "few travelers," according to the park service, and was used by the First Nations "as a route through the mountains to bison."

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Michigan Map Road Trip
Students use a road map to fill in the blanks while they pretend they are taking an imaginary road trip. They locate places and settlements.
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Map Your Favorite Sports Team's Next Road Trip
Young scholars track a sports team across the country. They use a map scale to calculate the number of miles traveled by their sports team on a trip, conduct Internet research, and calculate how much it would cost them to go along on the...
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Students plan a seven day road trip. In this travel instructional activity, students plan a driving trip that includes five major cities or attractions in Florida or another state of their choice. They show the trip on a map, calculate...
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Reading Road Trip to Tennessee
Young scholars plan a fictional trip to Tennessee. In this U.S. geography lesson, students read Goin' Someplace Special by Patricia McKissack and utilize MapQuest to plan out a route to Tennessee. Young scholars research the history of...
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Nike has announced tennis star Serena Williams, basketball player LeBron James, Barcelona footballer Gerard Piqué and boxer Andre Ward are to star in a new TV ad to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its Just Do It campaign.
In its new advert, Nike has called in sporting legends LeBron James – the NBA’s Most Vaulable Player – world number one tennis player Serena Williams, Gerard Pique of FC Barcelona and Spain, and boxing sensation Andre Ward.
And the ladies will be delighted to know that The Hangover’s Bradley Cooper narrates the sequence, which also features a guest appearance by actor Chris Pine, recently seen in the latest Star Trek film.
Bradley Cooper narrates the ad, which also features a guest appearance from actor Chris Pine and begins with the line ‘If you can run a mile, run a race, run a marathon, outrun a movie star’.
The new film, directed by the acclaimed Nicolai Fuglsig (known for his Sony Bravia commercial featuring 250,000 bouncing balls let loose on the largest hill in San Francisco) hopes to inspire viewers to push their physical limits – by challenging the sporting world’s greatest athletes.
In one shot, Chris Pine can be seen running against a fan on the street with action movie explosions in the background, while in another sequence a high school student faces boxing sensation Andre Ward in the ring.
Then the camera switches to an everyday table tennis player who faces Serena Williams in the U.S. Open at Flushing Meadow New York.
As an amateur footballer is also seen being set up for a goal by Gerard Pique.
The camera then flashes to 6ft 8 LeBron James proving why he’s one of the most famous players in the NBA as he takes on a basketball fan and beats him with an almighty dunk.
The film challenges the audience to virtually compete against the athletes featured using Nike+ FuelBand – an athletic bracelet that tracks your daily activity and calories burned and awards you ‘fuel’.
Using their Nike+ Running app, which maps users’ runs, distance and calories burned, and FuelBand, budding athletes can judge how they fare against the famous athletes in the film, as well as their friends and other ordinary participants.
From August and into September 2013 Nike will be challenging you to #justdoit – ‘Run The Distance’ will task you and your friends to run a marathon in a week and sporting challenges against Nike stars will also be thrown into the mix, which will be tracked on a live leader board.
‘For 25 years, we’ve been inspiring people to Just Do It,’ said Davide Grasso, Nike Global Chief Marketing Officer.
‘With “Possibilities” we’re evolving that concept and actually enabling people to realise new heights, work towards new goals, and to physically Just Do It through Nike+.’

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Monday, September 27, 2010
Jil Sander does it again and again. Each time reinventing the color wheel in a way which makes me view colors I would never even consider wearing in a new and enchanting light. But that purple is solid. It was once the color of royalty. Season after season, you could wear that color and everyone would admire you or be extremely jealous of you. Both are okay.
(Photos: The Sartorialist)

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Impulsive sensation seeking, an important index of the disinhibited pursuit of novelty with minimal concern for potential negative consequences, varies with important health behaviors like drug use and unsafe sex. Previous work reveals associations between impulsive sensation seeking and gender, age, ethnicity and education. Links to these sociodemographic variables should arise from actual differences in the trait and not potential biases in items on the scale. The current study employed item response theory (IRT) analyses to identify differential item functioning (DIF)-a variation in scores that arises from group membership that is independent of genuine differences on the trait. Analyses of data from a large sample of Internet responders revealed DIF on multiple items of a popular index of impulsive sensation seeking. Items showed DIF in analyses related to gender, age, ethnicity and education. These results suggest that sociodemographic differences in impulsive sensation seeking should be interpreted with caution as they may be due to idiosyncratic interpretation of items rather than true group differences on the underlying trait. Future research should explore how these biases might affect links between impulsive sensation seeking and related psychological and behavioral outcomes.
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The Importance of Fermented Foods
You’ve heard me bang on time and time again about the importance of maintaining a healthy bacteria population in your gut, and how this aids in the process of digestion. This is why we fork out a fortune on expensive probiotic supplements … but there is a cheaper and incredibly simple way you can also increase the healthy flora in your system, and that is by introducing fermented foods into your diet!
What is Fermentation?
Fermentation is a metabolic process in which microorganisms such as bacteria (like the lactobacillus you hear health professionals go on about), yeast or fungi convert organic compounds – usually carbohydrates such as starch and sugar – into alcohol or acids. For example, lactobacilli bacteria turn sugars and starch into lactic acid, and acetobacter bacteria turns alcohol into acetic acid (commonly known as vinegar).
So what does the process of fermentation actually do?
- It preserves food (this is why tempeh has a much longer expiry date than say, fresh tofu, or why pickled vegetables can be stored for months, sometimes years, while fresh ones last a few days at best)
- Changes the taste of food – often making it more sour or tangy (yummy!)
- Decreases foods’ cooking time
But most of interest to us FODMAPers ….
- Increases the “good” bacteria population in your gut (!!!!)
- Some bacteria can increase levels of vitamins (especially things B Vitamins) in foods
- Fermentation can destroy “anti-nutrients”, that is, natural or synthetic compounds that can sometimes interfere with nutrient absorption (e.g., Phytic Acid found in legumes and seeds which binds minerals such as Zinc and Iron and reduces their absorption)
- Best of all: eating fermented foods with certain food products can make the food you are eating more digestible e.g., many microbes produce enzymes that break down cellulose (found in plant foods & which we can’t digest normally) into sugars, which we can (win!)
Some FODMAP Friendly Fermented Foods to include in your diet include:
- Pickled Vegetables – things like pickled cucumber, some kimchi & saukraut (depending on which cabbage it is made from) use lactobacilli bacteria that converts the sugars in the vegetables to lactic acid
- Sourdough bread (not Gluten-free) – the yeast in bread ferments the flours in the sugar to form carbon dioxide & alcohol
- Kombucha Tea (weak): make your own & make the tea black as store brought Kombucha is made on strong black tea which is not FODMAP-friendly – the black tea is fermented with yeast & bacteria, and is served cold
- Vegan Yoghurt – I use Luz Almond almond yoghurt or make my own Coconut Yoghurt (the simple recipe can be found in the FODMAP Friendly eBook) – contains gut-friendly Lactobacilli bacteria
- Miso, Tempeh & Tamari Sauce – all forms of fermented soy bean – while Tempeh and Miso have been given the green light, Tamari is yet to be tested but I find is well tolerated in most with FODMAP intolerances in small quantities (all you really need)
- Kefir – you can make your own water Kefir and there are quite a few good recipes online – just be weary if trying it out for the first time as it can be tricky
- Vanilla: when curing in the sun or in heat, vanilla pods undergo fermentation where the microbes convert to a sugar
My favourite Fermented Foods Company: Lewis & Son
The Lewis & Son Ferments range are all raw, unpasteurised products. This means that all beneficial enzymes, viable micro-organisms and minerals are present. They are a Melbourne based company and have been around since 1945 (wowie!) Some of their products were actually the first in the world to be certified FODMAP Friendly! They also have a big Vegan Range (don’t be put off by the fact they’re also a Deli) and the guys who run the show are so lovely and down to earth, you just want to support them as much as possible. Here are a few of my FODMAP-friendly Vegan products in their range:
- Gajar Ka Achaar (pickled carrots)
- Kale Kraut
- Preserved Lemons
- Rockin’ Out Brocco-Kraut (my favourite by far! Has turmeric though so I’m probably a bit biased 😉
- Kalimata Olives (the best I’ve ever tried … given the “Shaz is Latin and snobby when it comes to Olives” stamp of approval)
- Roasted Capsicum / Peppers
So there you have it … a quick rundown on ferment foods and why they’re important to include in your FODMAP-friendly Vegan diet. You’ve got a range of options to choose from … just goes to prove that being a FODMAP Friendly Vegan doesn’t have to = restrictive eating 😉

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The problem: Vancouver’s at-large electoral system is racist.
The proof: Almost every candidate with a South Asian surname has come last on his or her party’s slate in the past 18 years.
Options available to fix this problem:
a) a court challenge, which would probably succeed
b) a human-rights complaint, which would invariably be appealed to the courts, delaying a positive outcome
c) a motion approved by council creating a ward system, which could be done in less than five minutes with sufficient political will
a) Councillors don’t want to end the at-large system because it favours incumbents, who have greater name recognition.
b) Some councillors live in the same neighbourhood, notably the Commercial Drive-Trout Lake area, so they have a vested interest in opposing a ward system because that could force them to either move or run against each other.
c) Proponents of proportional representation loathe any sort of first-past-the-post system, so they will try to block a ward system.
d) There is no legal mechanism within the Vancouver Charter for creating a proportional-representation system. So when people raise this issue, it delays an immediate solution to addressing the problem of a racist electoral system. The only remedy under the current law is to create a partial-ward or a full-ward system, which can be done through a council motion that must be ratified by the provincial cabinet.
The South Asian Network for Secularism and Democracy and No One Is Illegal have been leading antiracist organizations in this region for a long time. They and other antiracist groups should educate themselves about how the at-large system amounts to institutionalized racism (if they haven’t done so already). Then, they should notify the media and organize a protest on the steps of Vancouver City Hall on January 20 at 1:30 p.m. They could bring placards with phrases saying: “No more racism. No more at-large.” Or “I want my kid to have a chance to serve on city council.” They could invite SFU professor Kennedy Stewart to give a speech about how racist at-large systems were defeated in the United States. Veterans of past civil-rights battles, such as retired SFU professor Hari Sharma, could give speeches to inspire the younger people. Then at 2:05, the crowd could enter city hall, march up to the third floor, walk into the council chamber, and start chanting, “No more racism. No more at-large.” Then they could present a written demand to each councillor to pass a motion for a ward system in the City of Vancouver.
My guess is that there would be enough members of council who would feel sufficient shame about the city’s institutionalized racism that they would probably pass a motion to change the status quo. Eventually, it would mean that bright young people of South Asian descent could consider the possibility of serving the citizens as a member of Vancouver city council. Right now, that isn’t an option for them, which is a blemish on all of us.


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Recent changes in inflation and average earnings figures have subtly changed the politics of social security uprating this year, intensifying scrutiny of the state pension ‘triple lock’.
This week we explore how those changes feed through the uprating system and ask whether working age social security payments should have a ‘triple lock’ of their own - a policy which new polling shows has broad political support.
Falling inflation, rising wages? Last week, media headlines celebrated the biggest six-month fall in inflation in over three decades, proclaiming we’d reached a turning point as monthly CPI showed ‘record pay growth’ outpacing inflation for the first time since the cost of living crisis entered the political lexicon.
Pensions will be uprated by (misleading) rising pay growth figures. One consequence of rising headline earnings and falling inflation is that the state pension may be uprated by a higher percentage than working age benefits later this year, because of how the uprating mechanism works. Essentially, under the triple lock, pensions rise each April by whichever is highest: the rate of pay growth (measured in July the previous year), inflation (September figures), or 2.5%. This has protected pensioners’ incomes from inflation since being introduced by the Coalition government in 2010.
Triple lock for social security? The government should seek to recreate the success of the triple lock policy by applying it to working-age social security payments, as well as the state pension, argues Paul Waugh in the i. Waugh says the policy’s costs over time would be modest, and that it could “cut child poverty as effectively as it has cut pensioner poverty in recent years”.
Influential thinkers. In the first instalment of a new regular column for LabourList, IPPR’s George Dibb examines the economic thinkers shaping Labour’s economic agenda. Citing Marianna Mazzucato, Dani Rodrik, Janet Yellen and Heather Boushey, Dibb notes that many of these thinkers are also shaping Bidenomics in the USA.
National Energy Guarantee. Labour MP Clive Lewis has tabled an amendment to the forthcoming Energy Bill calling for the introduction of a National Energy Guarantee scheme, which would ensure that everyone can access a basic amount of energy. The scheme is based on a proposal from the New Economics Foundation.
Profits rising. UK firms continue to boost their profit margins amid claims of price gouging during a cost of living crisis, according to the Guardian’s Philip Inman. Inman argues that continuing strong profit data will put pressure on the Bank of England and make their dismissal of warnings over profiteering “increasingly contentious”.
Sick man of Europe. The UK lags behind peer countries on almost every healthcare measure, argues Professor Dame Sally Davies in the Guardian. Davies, a former chief medical officer for England and chair of the IPPR Commission on Health and Prosperity, makes the point that “sickness is not only a matter of life and death, but of livelihood and opportunity too.”
Pension risk. Pension funds could be putting the savings of millions at risk by not properly pricing in risks associated with climate change, according to a new report from Carbon Tracker. The report finds that many funds rely on models that predict few adverse economic effects even with 5 or 7 degrees centigrade of warming - even though climate scientists warn that this would be an existential threat to humanity.
Does debt slow growth? The evidence for a threshold above which high public debt starts to harm economic growth is “extremely weak” according to a new analysis from Philipp Heimberger from the Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies. The study finds that “the econometric literature has so far not provided robust evidence for consistently negative growth effects of higher public debt levels.”
Unearned income tax. Someone who earns £60,000 a year in capital gains pays less tax than someone with an income of £35,000 from employment, according to new research from the Intergenerational Foundation. The report argues that taxation of unearned income in the UK is a major source of unfairness and is out of step with other similar countries. The IF says that the revenue form equalisation could be used to increase the income tax personal allowance to £13,800 and reduce income tax by 1.25% in every bracket.

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Since the establishment of the Taiwan Culture Centre in The Gambia a year ago, the centre is attracting more Gambians, who have shown interest in learning the Chinese language.
According to the course lecturer, Ms. Carring, a 22-year-old Taiwanese volunteer lecturer, the first batch of students have completed their three months basic Chinese course in November 2012, attracting more than 50 students.
The courses, which she said, are being attended by people from all walks of live comprised both Gambians and non-Gambians.
She further stated that she is also lecturing about 30 students from the UTG on basic Chinese Language.
Ms. Carring disclosed that her students include waiters, chefs, nurses, businessmen, teachers, security officers, journalists and senior government officials, including a minister.
“Chinese mandarin language is spoken by 20% of world population and daily single spoken language worldwide,” said Ms Carring.
The purpose of teaching people in The Gambia on basic and intermediate Chinese language is to expose them to know more about the Chinese culture and tradition and the influence it has on the global trade.
Ms. Carring lauded the Gambian leader, President Yahya Jammeh for his relentless efforts at UN and other international fora, where he continued to seek support for Taiwan.
The final exam for both basic and intermediate students would be in the form of oral, by the end of March 2013. She disclosed the best 20 students from the basic Chinese classes will be promoted to the intermediate level.


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This stunning specimen features a solid piece of bright, sparkling orange/yellow Orpiment with a small display box.
Orpiment is believed to be a stone of intellect, growth and insight. It is thought to aid in the healing of hearing disorders and balance cholesterol.
This Orpiment specimen measures approximately 1.5cm long and weighs approximately 10 grams including specimen box. Each specimen is unique. Product may not be exactly as shown in photo; picture is a typical example.

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Power Law Decay of Phosphorescent MaterialsJill Chen, John Noé, Harold Metcalf
Laser Teaching Center, Department of Physics and Astronomy,
Stony Brook University
Phosphorescence is the emission of light from "glow-in-the dark" materials seconds, minutes, hours, or even days after they have been activated by a light source. Phosphorescence has many valuable applications, such as safety signs that don't require electricity, and also has a complex and interesting underlying physics and chemistry related to "triplet states" in solids.
My research involved measuring the delayed light emission from a 7 * 6 cm sample of commercial phosphorescent film (type B-901) provided by Shannon Luminous Materials, Inc. in Santa Ana, California; it was said to contain "mixed oxides of Al, B, Sr, Eu, and possibly, Hf." After activating the sample with various light sources the greenish-yellow afterglow light was observed over a period of hours with a photodetector and voltmeter interfaced to a computer. The several thousand readings obtained were analyzed and plotted in a spreadsheet program. In these measurements the photodetector was placed directly on top of the sample to get the most sensitivity. In a separate set of measurements I also studied the light intensity as a function of distance from a simulated sample of nearly the same size with constant light output (an electroluminescent nightlight) in order to create an intensity calibration curve.
During the analysis of my initial data, it was discovered that the light emission after about the first minute following activation obeys a power law of the form L(t) = 1 / t^n, where the exponent n is very close to 1. The graph of such a relationship is a straight line when plotted on a log-log scale. Power laws are known to describe many diverse phenomena in science, from statistics (the Pareto curve) to physics (1/f noise), but the underlying reason a power law applies in this case isn't as yet understood.
More recently I have collected a decay curve over a much longer period of time (18 hours versus 2 hours) for the same sample after activation in sunlight instead of incandescent light. Readings were still taken at one second intervals, but after the first 10 seconds they were averaged in the spreadsheet over periods of 10, 100, or 1000 seconds before plotting. A computer program is being written to do this averaging automatically during the data taking. Both the light versus distance and light versus time plots level off at small distance or small time in a similar way, and both can be well described by "modified hyperbolic curves" of the form 1/(a+x^n) with n = 2 or about 1, respectively.
Future plans include observing the decay with the sample held at a different temperature, to see if this changes the exponent n in the power law.


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Plant Biotechnology Journal (2006) 4 , pp. 263–273; doi: 10.1111/j.1467-7652.2005.00179.x
Three natural somatic mutations at codon 304 of the phytoene desaturase gene (pds) of Hydrilla verticillata (L. f. Royle) have been reported to provide resistance to the herbicide fluridone. We substituted the arginine 304 present in the wild-type H. verticillata phytoene desaturase (PDS) with all 19 other natural amino acids and tested PDS against fluridone. In in vitro assays, the threonine ( Thr), cysteine (Cys), alanine (Ala) and glutamine (Gln) mutations imparted the highest resistance to fluridone. Thr, the three natural mutations [Cys, serine (Ser), histidine (His)] and the wild-type PDS protein were tested in vitro against seven inhibitors of PDS representing several classes of herbicides. These mutations conferred cross-resistance to norflurazon and overall negative cross-resistance to beflubutamid, picolinafen and diflufenican. The T3 generation of transgenic Arabidopsis thaliana plants harbouring the four selected mutations and wild-type pds had similar patterns of crossresistance to the herbicides as observed in the in vitro assays. The Thr304 Hydrilla pds mutant proved to be an excellent marker for the selection of transgenic plants. Seedlings harbouring Thr304 pds had a maximum resistance to sensitivity (R/S) ratio of 57 and 14 times higher than that of the wild-type for treatments with norflurazon and fluridone, respectively. These plants exhibited normal growth and development, even after long-term exposure to herbicide. As Thr304 pds is of plant origin, it could become more acceptable than other selectable markers for use in genetically modified food.


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In the wake of the firing of Megyn Kelly by NBC over her comments on “blackface,” there is new added scrutiny of notable figures and their handling of the issue.
It may not be surprising that some celebrities have a disturbing history with blackface, but have received little to no backlash for their actions. The situation also exposes a blatant double standard: outspoken liberal celebrities get a pass on controversial, and even offensive behavior.
It only took 48 hours for NBC to ditch Megyn Kelly, the network’s “golden girl” who rocketed to fame at Fox News. Kelly never fit in at NBC because of her conservative views and combative style, and when she seemed to defend the use of blackface on her show, outrage ensued.
In recent years, it has not been unusual for notable people to have their past misdeeds come back to haunt them. While a number of celebrities accused in the #MeToo movement have lost their careers, other celebs have had their past use of blackface excused by critics.
Among the biggest hypocrites is Jimmy Kimmel, who once donned blackface to mock former NBA superstar Karl Malone.
In a sketch for his Comedy Central show “The Man Show,” Kimmel delivered this cringe-worthy performance – in blackface.
Sarah Silverman once donned blackface for her show “The Sarah Silverman Program.”
Here’s a clip from the skit, which has been largely scrubbed by Comedy Central.
In this clip, she appears to regret doing the sketch, but only because it is often taken out of context.
Even Jimmy Fallon and Ted Danson have performed in blackface, and yet, still have jobs and have not been demonized as Kelly was.
In 2000, Fallon did an impression of Chris Rock on “Saturday Night Live” while in blackface. In 2017, he tried it again at the Golden Globes, without the blackface. It was still terrible.
While “Saturday Night Live” has not released a clip of the sketch, someone got a hold of the video and used it in a mashup of his Golden Globes appearance.
Many are wondering why Kelly’s poor choice of words – in an attempt to discuss the history of blackface – are an offense that causes one to lose their job, while others who actually donned blackface still continue to work.
Post your thoughts on celebrity blackface in the comments section below.
H/T: The Daily Caller

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CUMMING — Former Chestatee baseball coach Kyle Counts will be East Forsyth High School's first head baseball coach, according to a release by the school.
East Forsyth will open in the fall and will play in Class 3A, calling Region 7-3A home. The Broncos will compete against Cherokee Bluff, Dawson County, Gilmer, Lumpkin County, North Hall, West Hall and White County.
Counts led the War Eagles for four seasons as head coach and four as an assistant. He stepped down as head coach in 2016 to take an assistant coaching job at his high school alma mater, North Forsyth.
Counts brings 17 years of coaching experience at both the high school and collegiate level -- Carson Newman University (2004), University of the Cumberlands (2005), North Forsyth High School (2006-2008; 2017-present), and Chestatee High School (2008-2016).


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Scientists at Harvard and the University of Washington in Seattle have created a method for amplifying RNA copied from genes within single cells, called SABER (signal amplification by exchange reaction). The new technology promises to detect the RNA output of multiple genes in the same cells with increased sensitivity and speed, and at lower cost.
The research team developed SABER as a way to make mRNA molecules, the genetic messengers in the cell, shine more brightly in a microscope image when labeled by a method called FISH. Standing for fluorescence in situ hybridization, FISH tags mRNA from a specific gene of interest with a lab-made nucleic acid molecule labeled with a fluorescent marker. This in turn lights up the mRNA’s position in the cell. Using SABER, the scientists were able to make FISH signals five to 450 times brighter, detecting mRNAs with much higher efficiency and allowing an automatable “workflow” that could speed study of how gene activity causes differences in cell behavior in health and disease.
This work was funded by award number 1UG3HL145600 through the NIH Common Fund HuBMAP initiative. The team’s June 2019 Nature Methods paper can be read here.


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17 Year old Lonehill Resident, Paige Innes has Won 5 Gold Medals in Dancing for South Africa!
Post by Belinda Nagel Lombard on ILF:
Paige Innes, I’m so incredibly proud of you and the rest of the SA Teams. You were all incredible. Six dances and 5 gold medals! Can’t wait to hug our own 5 times World Champion!!!!
Paige has been dancing for as long as she can remember and has been competing since she was 8 years old! She is unbelievably passionate about dancing but not just the physical aspect of it, but by “making an impact, creating a lasting moment and memory in the minds of the audience.” She wishes to inspire young girls with the same passion to live up to their dream! Belinda Nagel Lombard, ILF member and a friend of The Innes family has said that she is so blown away by Paige’s dedication and hard work in dancing and to top it of she excels academically despite the demanding hours of her training.
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the buzz has been building about the petal-filled fete we held in london recently in honor of the famed chelsea flower show. hosted last wednesday by kate spade new york creative director (and glamorously green-thumbed) deborah lloyd, we invited a few of our favorite bloggers and tastemakers to our sloane square shop for a proper champagne afternoon tea, including tea-finger sandwiches, sweets (7), scones, bubbly and tea.
absolute flowers created the bloom-filled display, filling the shop with a bounty of brilliant buds (3) and dressing our windows with pretty orchid posies (1). super cute (and talented) dj duo oohlala (2) stopped by to spin some tunes for us just before leaving for cannes, and guests such as zoe hardman (8), the broken hearts (6), and little boots mingled with deborah (4) and played dress up into the early evening. after a fun and festive day, guests took home pieces from our newly-released summer collection (5), thanks to a surprise white elephant gift swap. thanks to everyone for make the day such a blooming success—we’ll be sharing some of the sweet shout-outs sent by some of our guests later on twitter.
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Harms can be healed by pills How to heal the harms of soul? Remedy is precious yet free Used least wisely yet widely It’s... The magic of “Words” Words can touch and sooth the soul Words can heal others and self Words can do miracles Words can move mountains of miseries Let’s just not be [...]
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I don’t know whose granting wishes these days Some sorry self-elect, Maybe no one, maybe God. Too busy to do their job correct. Oh and your timing? Superb. I was worried about my mid-life crisis I can’t believe you had the nerve! Specifically the right one To take half my sight Halve my ability to [...]
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“where the dead walked and the living were made of cardboard.”—Ezra Pound. The apparition paradise projects onto streets like death, into the turn of the mountain Forward on its side where ice fell and mingled leaf-like into the ocean In pure rhythm like a God in kinship with free tamed with the ice-cold Be it [...]


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As I predicted in my post yesterday, Marte Dalelv, the young Norwegian woman at the center of the Dubai alleged rape storm, has been shown leniency. Dubai's ruler Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid al-Maktoum announced this morning she has been pardoned and thus will not have to serve out her highly controversial 16-month imprisonment term. See here for the New York Daily News's account. She had been found guilty of drinking alcohol and having extra-marital sex – charges that were leveled against her after she accused a Sudanese-born colleague of rape. I would like to think that the enormous clamor in the West about the sentence yesterday may have helped her case with the sheikh. (My own post alone drew more than 760,000 hits and more than 700 reader comments.) Either way, the sheikh has done the image of both Dubai and the larger Arab world a favor. As for my commentary yesterday, it drew an extremely mixed reaction. Many people – mainly women – wrote approvingly of my sentiments in supporting Marte Dalelv. Many others were highly critical of my comments on the general standard of Asian justice, accusing me, among other things, of everything from bigotry and even racism to ignorance of junior-school geography. The paragraph that generated the most heat was this:
Why would the victim of a terrible crime receive a jail sentence? Asia is not America, let alone Norway. For me, as someone who has spent 27 years watching the world from a vantage point in East Asia, the episode illustrates in microcosm an obvious and profoundly troubling fact: globalism is a one-word oxymoron. It has never made sense and probably never will. Cultures are different and, in their attitude to truth and human rights, the many brands of Asian culture are particularly remote from Western expectations.
Many readers thought that in lumping Dubai in with Asia, I was out to lunch. Dubai is in the Middle East, they insisted, and that is very different from Asia. They should check their old school atlases — or just do a Google search. When I was in school, Asia started at the Bosphorus straits – and it still does (as recently as May this year I visited Istanbul and took a half-mile tram ride across the Bosphorus from Europe to Asia!). For those who still can’t visualize this, Istanbul is as far to the West of Dubai as El Paso is of New York. Many readers have pointed out that Middle Eastern culture is very different from that of the Confucian nations at the other end of the Asian landmass. I couldn’t agree more. Nonetheless, seen from a Western point of view, most of the more important nations across the Asian continent share certain commonalities. For a start with few exceptions they vividly remember the indignities of Western colonialism. They have moreover achieved modernization without going through the sequence of Christianity/Italian Renaissance/Calvinist Enlightenment that has played such an important role in shaping Western political and legal culture. These factors help explain a certain impatience with Western concerns about human rights. They also help explain why virtually all across Asia, governments are considerably more authoritarian than in the West and generally view Western-style due process as a counsel of perfection. Certainly Westerners who take their rights for granted in Asia are subject to various surprises, not all of them pleasant. In the Middle East, Western individuals often find, like Marte Dalelv, that they are on the wrong side of Sharia law. This applies in spades if they flaunt their Westernness –e.g. by kissing in public. (There is a double standard everywhere, not least in the Middle East. What goes on behind closed doors is often tolerated, particularly in the case of Westerners who don’t rock the boat and whose presence is considered helpful to the host nation’s political or economic agenda.)
In East Asia, things are different in that personal mores are less likely to cause friction. But for Western corporations, the ride can be bumpy. Often they run into trouble with regulations they never knew existed (some of which seem to have been plucked out of the air, just for the occasion). Either way, as I pointed as the central point of my commentary yesterday, the principle of selective enforcement is a common element in many nations across the Asian landmass. It is also, of course, not unknown elsewhere. It is an important consideration in Russia, for instance, and is sometimes deployed even in Europe and North America. The difference is that selective enforcement is often taken to a fine art in Asia, particularly East Asia.

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The volunteers of the West Feliciana Animal Humane Society collaborate with the parish government to handle dog and cat adoptions at West Feliciana Parish's James L. "Bo" Bryant Animal Shelter.
Adopted animals will be up to date on vaccinations and will have received a rabies shot (excluding animals that are too young), deworming, flea and other parasite prevention. They also will be spayed or neutered and microchipped. Adoption fees are $100 for one dog or $160 for two; $75 for one cat or $120 for two.
Once adopted, there is a 10-day return window for a full refund.
To ensure animals have the best homes possible, the shelter requires an adoption application be completed at www.wfahs.org/adoption-form. Someone will then contact the applicant to finalize an adoption. For information, contact firstname.lastname@example.org or call the shelter at (225) 635-5801.

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Hi, i would like a colorful animation / drawing / cartoon the example MAIN [войдите, чтобы посмотреть URL] i will upload in this project. The image gonna be used on a website for a sportsclub as header. In the [войдите, чтобы посмотреть URL] you can find the names the numbers in the main image.jpg. Also you can google the names for better pictures. I uploaded the ima...
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HI, I am looking for someone who can draw scenes I provide in a realistic cartoon style. PLease see EXAMPLES attached. This is on going work, so need a price per image. I will provide a scene.... For example........"student sitting at desk" and then need you to draw that scene. Most will be school based theme.
Draw me a beautiful mermaid underwater with a beautiful background geared towards children. Must include copywrites, all source files, pantones, colors must be limited, some shading must be included. Must be drawn free handed, please do not use images off the internet I need this to be original. This project will be made into posters to be distributed
We are building a game for mobile platforms featuring cute bugs that swing around. We want a hand-drawn and hand-animated art style, colored with simple two-tone shading. There will be five backgrounds. Characters and other example assets will be provided for reference. Background must follow the style of the characters who will be in them but overall the maps will be rather simple themes. The ma...
I need a cloudy sky with one four-star Dragon Ball in the middle. I'm willing to pay 10 AUD for the contest winner. Resolutions needed: 1080 x 1080 and 1920 x 1080 pixels (width x height) Please don't use the attached files as a template. They are there for reference, not unoriginality.
I have 5 Sceario to make cartoon action with my character. I can provide the my character images and 5 Scenario.
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Looking for someone to draw a cannabis plant and a couple of leaves for a package design. Preferrably vector, but can be pixels if it's high resolution enough. Should be in a hand drawn type style, similar to old botanical books. Color. Initial project can be for 1-2 plants and a couple of leaves, then if I need more, can do as a follow-up milestone
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I have an existing NinjaTrader 8 Indicator that I have to manually select the start point and end point. And I would like to have it revised / altered to continuously draw and re-draw automatically. To complete this project you will probably need to be fairly familiar with programming for NinjaTrader 8. Details regarding the project are attached in
Vector logo of two hands holding a seedling, attaching a few images for inspiration. Please submit some portfolio references if possible. The seedling is a hemp cannabis plant so the leaves should be serrated. Clean vector art please.
For the following blog post, the two illustrations woul...illustration. However the characters in the attachment do not represent the 21 year old Latino man I would like you to draw. He would look younger, like one of the Argentinian or Brazilian soccer players? For the logo in the corner of the image, please instead use my Boost-IV logo, attached.
Draw a pattern to be printed on material. The pattern should have pomegranates. The pattern can be just pomegranates or have other images like leaves or flowers or you can incorporate any design you like with the pomegranates. As an example: pomegranates and planets or pomegranates and cats or dogs. The pomegranates can be open or unopened. Color
I will do professional logo design within minimum budget. I will draw your cute face cartoon
Hi, I need pictures to explain how to tide a baby sling (baby carrier) step by step, similar to the 10 pictures of the attached file. Also pictures which is right and which is wrong like in the attached manual. Thank you
We have a t shirt company. We need a drawing of Brett kavanaugh
I want a sketch made into a front view and a side view to be used as reference in 3d mod...only a small project done by myself my budget is low. If all goes well and the job is done well, there would be more small projects like this for the freelancer cause I hate to draw... Kind of style: anger in "inside out" Will send sketch to picked freelancer.
...poster. The top 2/3 will be the cartoon and theme "Out Of This World." The bottom 1/3 should be an open box where we can insert event details. Note: The final design doesn't have to look exactly like the sample, but needs to be similar. A little silly / fun. Also note: I do not like the font in the sample image. Please be more creative with

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Two new bits of artwork for Adrián García Bogliano’s new film Here Comes the Devil debuted at Comic-Con, and we have both of these shiver-inducing one-sheets for you right here. Dig it!
The film stars Francisco Barreiro (We Are What We Are) and rising actress Laura Caro. The film’s location is the Mexican city of Tijuana and its environs, including ominous caves that figure prominently in the story. HERE COMES THE DEVIL is a co-production from MPI’s Dark Sky Films and Bogliano’s Salto de Fe Films. Adrian Garcia Bogliano is the creator of the international horror sensations Penumbra and Cold Sweat.
HERE COMES THE DEVIL is the first full-length feature from Salto de Fe Films, which is based in Mexico City. In addition to the recent Penumbra and Cold Sweat, Garcia Bogliano’s many films include such independent genre achievement as Rooms for Tourists, 36 Steps, Watch ’em Die and The Accursed.
With HERE COMES THE DEVIL, he moves into a supernatural realm: A married couple lose their children while on a family trip near some caves in Tijuana. The kids eventually reappear without explanation, but it becomes clear that they are not who they used to be, that something terrifying has changed them.
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Steaming is a popular cooking method that has gained significant attention in recent years due to its various health benefits. Steaming helps retain the nutrients and natural flavors of the food, making it a favorite among health-conscious individuals. To achieve perfect steaming results, using a steamer pot set is essential. In this article, we will explore the reasons why steamer pot sets are an essential tool for healthy and convenient meal prep.
1. The Health Benefits of Steaming
2. The Convenience of Steamer Pot Sets
3. Types of Steamer Pot Sets
4. Tips for Effective Steaming
5. Recipes to Try with Your Steamer Pot Set
The Health Benefits of Steaming
Steaming is considered one of the healthiest ways to prepare food as it helps preserve vital nutrients that might be lost during other cooking methods. Unlike boiling or frying, steaming utilizes only water vapor to cook the food, which means there is no need for added oils or fats. This makes steamed dishes significantly lower in calories and unhealthy fats, promoting weight management and overall well-being.
Furthermore, steaming helps retain the vibrant colors and textures of the ingredients, making the final dish visually appealing. Steamed vegetables, for example, maintain their crunchiness and vibrant hues, ensuring a delightful and mouthwatering dining experience.
The Convenience of Steamer Pot Sets
Steaming not only offers numerous health benefits but is also incredibly convenient. Steamer pot sets are designed to make the steaming process hassle-free and efficient. These sets typically include a pot with a lid, a steaming basket or tray, and sometimes even additional accessories. With a steamer pot set, you can easily prepare a complete meal in one pot, reducing the number of dishes to clean afterward.
Furthermore, steaming is a relatively hands-off cooking method. Once you have set up your steamer pot, you can let it do its magic while you attend to other tasks or simply relax. Unlike frying or grilling, steaming requires minimal supervision, allowing you to have more time for yourself or your loved ones.
Types of Steamer Pot Sets
Steamer pot sets come in various shapes, sizes, and materials, catering to different cooking preferences and needs. Here are some common types of steamer pot sets available in the market:
1. Stainless Steel Steamer Pot Sets: These sets are highly durable and offer excellent heat conductivity. Stainless steel is relatively non-reactive, making it suitable for cooking a wide variety of foods.
2. Bamboo Steamer Pot Sets: Bamboo steamers are popular in Asian cuisines. They are lightweight, eco-friendly, and impart a unique flavor to the food. Bamboo steamers are stacked, allowing you to steam multiple dishes simultaneously.
3. Electric Steamer Pot Sets: These sets are perfect for those who prefer convenience and versatility. Electric steamers typically have multiple compartments and adjustable temperature settings, allowing you to steam different foods at the same time.
4. Silicone Steamer Pot Sets: Silicone steamers are gaining popularity due to their flexibility and ease of use. These sets are collapsible, making them easy to store and clean.
Tips for Effective Steaming
While steaming is a straightforward cooking method, a few tips can help you achieve the best results:
1. Choose the Right Pot Size: Ensure your steamer pot is large enough to accommodate the quantity of food you wish to steam. Overcrowding the pot can lead to uneven cooking.
2. Use Proper Water Levels: Avoid adding too much water, as it can submerge the steaming basket. Conversely, insufficient water can lead to the pot running dry before the food is fully cooked. Follow the instructions provided with your steamer pot set to determine the appropriate water levels.
3. Arrange Ingredients Strategically: Place larger and denser foods closer to the bottom of the steamer basket, as they require more cooking time. Delicate or quick-cooking ingredients should be placed on top.
4. Season Smartly: While steaming helps retain the natural flavors of the ingredients, you can still enhance the taste by seasoning the food before steaming. Use herbs, spices, and other seasonings to add a burst of flavor to your steamed dishes.
5. Experiment with Ingredients: Steaming allows you to experiment with a wide range of ingredients. From vegetables and seafood to dumplings and even desserts, the possibilities are endless. Don't be afraid to try new combinations and flavors to create healthy and delicious steamed meals.
Recipes to Try with Your Steamer Pot Set
Now that you understand the benefits and techniques of steaming let's explore some exciting recipes you can try using your steamer pot set:
1. Steamed Asparagus with Lemon Butter: Steam asparagus until tender-crisp, then drizzle with melted butter, fresh lemon juice, and a sprinkle of salt and pepper. This simple yet flavorful dish pairs well with grilled meat or roasted chicken.
2. Asian Steamed Fish: Place a fillet of white fish, such as cod or halibut, on a steaming tray. Top it with julienned ginger, garlic, and soy sauce. Steam until the fish is flaky and fully cooked. Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables for a complete meal.
3. Steamed Dim Sum: Prepare classic dim sum favorites like dumplings, buns, or siu mai using your steamer pot set. Fill these delicate parcels with a variety of fillings, such as pork and shrimp or vegetarian options with mushrooms and tofu.
4. Steamed Chicken with Vegetables: Create a healthy and balanced meal by steaming chicken breasts or thighs along with an assortment of colorful vegetables like carrots, broccoli, and bell peppers. Season with your favorite herbs and spices for added flavor.
5. Steamed Banana Pudding: For a delightful dessert, mash ripe bananas and mix them with sugar, milk, and a pinch of cinnamon. Pour the mixture into small ramekins and steam until set. Serve warm with a dollop of whipped cream or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings.
In conclusion, incorporating a steamer pot set into your kitchen arsenal is a wise choice. Steaming offers numerous health benefits, and using a steamer pot set enhances convenience during meal prep. With its versatility and simplicity, steaming allows you to prepare healthy, flavorful, and visually appealing dishes. So, go ahead, unleash your creativity, and enjoy the many delights of using a steamer pot set for your next culinary adventure!.

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Chargers | Vincent Brown gets side work in
San Diego Chargers WR Vincent Brown (ankle) got some work in on the side Monday, Nov. 5, and was not wearing a cast or boot. Brown is still not close to returning.
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Introduction: Duct Tape RC Airboat
I went to my local hardware store and came across some sheets of foam. Earlier that day I had been working with my old airboat and realized how terribly built it really was. That's when I came up with the idea to make a super light, basically indestructible and powerful airboat. To my surprise it was actually easier to build than I initially thought. Since it's only a sheet of foam, it's not exactly rocket science to build one yourself. Try it, you won't be disappointed!
Step 1: The Construction
Simply, take the sheet of foam and draw the following dimensions. Length:75cm or 29.5" Width: 35cm or 13.8"
With these guidelines it should be quite easy to successfully make the first step of the build. Note: Make sure to have a sharp knife while cutting!
Make a 45 degree bevel on all the edges, except the back edge. Make the sharp corners soft with some sandpaper .
Step 2: Cover the Sheet
Cover the entire sheet of foam with duct tape, this will give a long lasting airboat, and make it practically indestructible. Make sure to rub the duct tape firmly onto the foam.
As you apply the tape, push the front of the airboat upwards, as this will give the nose a permanent pitch up and make it easier to go on water.
Step 3: Motor Mount
You don't need to make a more advanced motor mount than this. Even after a couple of crashes (flips), the mount for the motor has been intact.
You need a brushless motor, speed controller, servo, receiver, transmitter and a battery. You also need to make your rudder with some spare foam. I used depron and a 2mm steel rod to connect the servo and rudder. The gyro makes the airboat more stable but it's definitely optional.
Step 4: Install the Electronics
Install the electronics and you are done! It's now ready to run and will work on grass, sand, asphalt, water and dirt. It doesn't take more than a couple of hours to build and will be a blast to drive. Make sure to build one yourself!
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It’s not very often that I turn my little piece of the web over to another point of view, but today is an exception. The subject of rape is one that is often whispered about in circles. The question of who is to blame often rises its ugly head.
Todays topic explores the pain and stigma of rape. It is not for the faint of heart but it is an issue that needs to be discussed.
For far to long society has quieted the screams of the abused. Blaming them for an attack against their body and soul. No longer should people be judged for wanting to cry out no more. To end the abuse, to shine a light into those dark corners where long hidden family secrets and shame lie.
With that I give Nikki the floor.

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In a on line casino, mechanisms can spin or there are digital RNGs inside the machine which decide the outcome. Wild symbols are used in slot machines to supply players the chance to create a successful line, by substituting their wild symbol for no matter symbol they occur to be missing. So, it’s easy to see how the addition of wild symbols in a game is very useful for gamers. Online slot machines are more and more complex, as builders seek to create new games which would possibly be each more thrilling and fascinating than the last. One of the key modifications in fashionable on-line slot machines is the addition of recent symbols such as wilds and scatters. If you’re seeking casino video games with the potential for important payouts, it’s value analyzing the return to player rating offered by both the game developer and operator.
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At the commemorative event for the release of her 3rd album "My Starlit Point" in Tokyo yesterday, 23-year-old singer/actress Natsuko Aso announced she will stop her musical activities as of September 2014. She is well known for the theme songs for the Baka and Test anime series. Hit the jump for more details.
Bandai Visual's anime music specialized company Lantis has posted a full promotional video for Natsuko Aso's 13th single "MoonRise Romance" on its official YouTube channel. The song is now featured as the ED theme for the 2013 fall TV anime Walkure Romanze. Check the PV after the jump.
Singer Natsuko Aso's 11th single is a double, featuring her "Parade!" and “CROSS x OVER SENSATION” from OVA Otome wa Boku ni Koishiteru ~ Futari no Elder. Aso, along with her Shin Mazinger bookend JAM Project, will be performing November 3rd at Otakon Music Fest. More after the jump.


By Latricia Wilson
The Roosevelt University Torch Crime Blotter includes coverage of incidents having occurred within the perimeters of Chicago’s North and South Loop college campuses. Incidents having occurred on or near University of Chicago Streeterville and DePaul University Lincoln Park may also be included in the Crime Blotter. Periodically, the passing of college students or faculty will also be included in this blotter.
Autopsy results in for student found dead in University of Chicago dorm room
An autopsy from the Cook County medical examiner showed that alcohol poisoning was the cause of death for a University of Chicago student who was found dead in his campus door room last February.
Nicholas Brastins Barnes of Pittsburgh, Pa., was found by police Feb. 15. His decomposing body was found face down on the floor in his single room at the campus’ International House, according to a police report.
According to the toxicology report, the cause of death was accident due to ethanol toxicity.
Elderly man beaten, robbed near DePaul campus
An “elderly gentleman” was beaten and robbed in Lincoln Park on April 13, according to officials at DePaul University.
The elderly gentleman was walking in the 900 block of West Belden Avenue at about 5:45 a.m. when the attacker struck the man and took his wallet.
Chicago police have classified the incident as an aggravated robbery. School officials are asking anyone with information about the robbery to call (773) 325-7777.
Cicero teen honored for detaining rapist at UIC Dorm
The town of Cicero honored a college freshman on April 8 for helping detain a man who sexually assaulted a female student inside a dormitory shower at the University of Illinois at Chicago on March 31, CBS Chicago reported.
At a town hall meeting, 19-year-old David Guerrero was recognized for his bravery.
According to police, Tavares Humphries attacked a woman at around 10 a.m. on March 31, while she was showering in the women’s bathroom on the fifth floor of the Commons South Residence Hall.
Guerrero, a freshman at UIC, heard the victim scream and ran into the bathroom at the time of the attack, CBS Chicago reported.
Guerrero told the young woman to run, and then he kept the suspect from leaving. He said Humphries appeared to be on drugs, and he led Humphries out of the bathroom and sat with him until the police arrived.
Two domestic battery reports filed at DePaul University Lincoln Park Campus
On April 2 and April 7, domestic battery reports were filed at DePaul University’s Lincoln Park Campus.
The April 2 domestic battery report was filed regarding an incident that occurred in the lobby of McCabe Hall, according to DePaul University’s Crime Prevention Office. Chicago Police responded to the scene. The offender left the scene upon the arrival of police.
On April 7, a domestic battery and theft report was filed regarding an incident near the entrance of Corcoran Hall. Again, the offender left the scene upon the arrival of police.
Truman College instructor accused in sexual assault of former student
An associate English professor at Truman College allegedly sexually assaulted a former student he began dating, the Chicago Sun-Times reported.
Max Gulias II attacked the woman at his residence in the 1500 block of South Sangamon after the two met up at a bar on March 20, Assistant State’s Attorney Dan Griffin said.
The woman, 28, fell asleep on Gulias’ bed before she woke up with no clothes on and Gulias on top of her, Griffin said.
The woman tried to fight 45-year-old Gulias off, but he used his weight to hold her down, Griffin said.
The woman immediately reported the attack to security officials at the apartment building as she left, Griffin said.
Gulias, who was the woman’s professor in 2007 and 2008, turned himself in to police on April 14.


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Causes of prescribing errors in hospital inpatients: a prospective study.
Dean B., Schachter M., Vincent C., Barber N.
BACKGROUND: To prevent errors made during the prescription of drugs, we need to know why they arise. Theories of human error used to understand the causes of mistakes made in high-risk industries are being used in health-care. They have not, however, been applied to prescribing errors, which are a great cause of patient harm. Our aim was to use this approach to investigate the causes of such errors. METHODS: Pharmacists at a UK teaching hospital prospectively identified 88 potentially serious prescribing errors. We interviewed the prescribers who made 44 of these, and analysed our findings with human error theory. FINDINGS: Our results suggest that most mistakes were made because of slips in attention, or because prescribers did not apply relevant rules. Doctors identified many risk factors-work environment, workload, whether or not they were prescribing for their own patient, communication within their team, physical and mental well-being, and lack of knowledge. Organisational factors were also identified, and included inadequate training, low perceived importance of prescribing, a hierarchical medical team, and an absence of self-awareness of errors. INTERPRETATION: To reduce prescribing errors, hospitals should train junior doctors in the principles of drug dosing before they start prescribing, and enforce good practice in documentation. They should also create a culture in which prescription writing is seen as important, and formally review interventions made by pharmacists, locum arrangements, and the workload of junior doctors, and make doctors aware of situations in which they are likely to commit errors.

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By Vaughn Huelsman
Black-Eyed Peas disc jockey and SPHS alumnus DJ Bonk blared EDM over a blur of dancing students, glow sticks, and interactive, glowing decor in the main gym at the Icebreaker Dance on September 11. This first dance of the school year, which gave attendees the chance to see new and old friends, was hosted by the senior and freshman classes.
“It was a very nice welcome back to school,” sophomore Cole Elsner said. “I saw some people I haven’t seen in awhile. It was a really great way to break the ice.”
Many students came to the dance in large groups and danced together in the practice gym, while others socialized and played games such as Twister and cards in the main gym.
“The dance seemed to go really smoothly. Everyone I saw looked like they were having a good time,” junior Maddie Cordon said. “The music was okay, the new DJ was a lot better than others in the past.”
The Icebreaker Dance was able to turn a profit, kicking off the school year with a financial success for ASB. The officers in charge of planning the dance were satisfied with the outcome of the event.
“Overall, it went pretty well. The freshmen and seniors really bonded in creating this event,” senior class secretary Lauren Richards said. “It looked like everyone was having a fun time so our job was accomplished.”


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But the national political stakes became clear when the House speaker, John A. Boehner, arrived on Monday for a visit that drew a few hundred people, including residents, local dignitaries and television crews.
Mr. Boehner came to provide a spark to the struggling campaign of Jane L. Corwin, the Republican running for a vacant House seat representing New York’s 26th Congressional District, in the western part of the state. A special election scheduled for May 24 is to determine who will fill the seat left by Representative Christopher Lee. Mr. Lee resigned in February after he e-mailed a shirtless photo of himself to a woman and it appeared on the Web.
While the district is dominated by Republican voters, Ms. Corwin, a state lawmaker, has seen her lead diminish in recent weeks, as the Democratic candidate, Kathy Hochul, has repeatedly warned that older residents, a key voting group, would be hurt by a deficit-cutting plan adopted by House Republicans that calls for overhauling Medicare.
The unexpected traction that Ms. Hochul is gaining on the issue has prompted national Democrats, who were initially going to skip the race, to jump in and try to frame it as a political test of the Republican agenda in Washington.
Senator Kirsten E. Gillibrand of New York announced Monday that she, too, would head to the 26th District to campaign for Ms. Hochul, a fellow Democrat.
Mr. Boehner, appearing at a fund-raiser with Ms. Corwin on Monday, accused Democrats of engaging in political chicanery, although he did not explicitly mention the Medicare issue or take any questions from reporters on the subject.
“The Democrats,” said Mr. Boehner, Republican of Ohio, “are hoping they can steal this election and move their agenda, which is more taxes and higher spending.”
“I think,” he added, “that all of you being here today shows that people in western New York have a different agenda.”
Mr. Boehner also used the opportunity to note that Ms. Corwin was the “only conservative” in the race, a remark that, aides said, was aimed at Jack Davis, a former Democrat who opted to run on the Tea Party line after failing to win the Republican nomination for Congress.
In recent weeks, Republicans have become increasingly concerned that Mr. Davis is drawing Republican support from Ms. Corwin and have concluded that the key to victory lies in raising doubts among voters about Mr. Davis’s conservative credentials.
Ms. Corwin’s campaign is running a television advertisement in the region describing Mr. Davis as a Democrat and pointing out his history of supporting Democrats, including Representative Nancy Pelosi of California, the Democratic leader in the House and a bête noire of the right.
Mr. Boehner’s visit was welcomed by local Republicans, worried about losing a seat that their party has held for decades.
“Anytime there’s a race this tight, especially a special election, you have to bring out the firepower,” Laurie Frey, a Republican from Clarence, said.
“I’m a little worried,” Ms. Frey added. “But it’s a heavy Republican district, and I think we will pull through in the end.”
Democrats sought to make the most, politically, of the Boehner visit. Ms. Hochul gathered with a few dozen supporters at her campaign headquarters, where she continued to hammer away at Ms. Corwin, who has steadfastly supported the Republican Medicare plan.
Ms. Hochul said that the plan would destroy Medicare and that voters in the district had an opportunity, by electing her, to send that message to Congressional Republicans.
“This election presents the clearest choice for this nation,” Ms. Hochul said. “We can alter the national debate with one election.”
Mr. Boehner, on his visit, took time to meet with Families of Continental Flight 3407, a local group that has been pushing for stricter air safety standards since a deadly plane crash near Buffalo two years ago.
Ms. Corwin’s campaign, revealing the vigor with which the race was being fought, made a point of telling reporters that she had asked Mr. Boehner to meet with the group.
Mr. Boehner’s aides said he promised the group that he would try to address their concerns.
Stretching from the western suburbs of Rochester to the villages and towns northeast of Buffalo, the 26th District has 30,000 more registered Republicans than Democrats.
The race did not initially draw much attention outside of western New York, largely because leaders of both parties expected that Republicans would be able to keep the seat. But Ms. Hochul, after seizing on Medicare, has shown strength in polls. Her aides said she would pound away on the issue until Election Day.
Michael D. Regan contributed reporting from Clarence.


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I remember the previous evening I had watched with a sort of hypnotised wonderment as the sun set against the ranges in the east. I gradually became aware that I was looking in the wrong direction! I turned west expecting to see the real sunset over there, but the sky was a uniform white light, and the land was all cast in a silvery shadow. I found a winding path of sand through the carpets of stone, pebbles and grass tufts down to the water, stood between a couple of mangrove trees and took a picture of Vincent with where the sunset should be, made a few attempts at mangrove tree photography, then carefully worked my way back along the sand path all the while feeling as though I was out of bounds. I had reasoned that if I stayed on the sand I wouldn’t be disturbing anything important.
South Australia’s Department of Environment, Water and Natural Resources say, “These long ridges may look like man-made structures formed from pebbles, but in fact these very distinctive flat-topped ridges are a natural phenomenon.” It does look like a manicured zen garden of sorts, doesn’t it?
When I woke to day 7, 26th December, the sun had already risen above the Southern Flinders Ranges and glared across Spencer Gulf at us with all of its unclouded might. A southeasterly guster was doing its best to blast the sand out from under the shingles. I ventured a short wander along the beach but was driven back by the wind to the shelter of Vincent. Cranked up my driving music and moved along.
Continued south from Fitzgerald Bay into Port Bonython proper and paused for a while to appreciate Point Lowly Lighthouse.
Somebody put the sign on the wrong building.
The Point Lowly Cottages were also pretty cool, though not my preferred style of accommodation. They need wide verandahs, with canvas blinds to pull down against the powerful winds which I’m pretty sure don’t abate for long in this part of the world.
I wanted to get some photos of the gas-loading wharf and fractionation plant, but my shadow wouldn’t get out of the way, so I worked with what I had.
There was a large flock of birds in the distant south that I couldn’t make heads nor tails of, and a single gull swept by at one point. Without any further signs of life about it started to feel a bit touristy, so we slipped out for the road again. Next stop Whyalla…