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Aubergine and chickpea curry is perfect for a mid-week dinner as it takes just 30 minutes to prepare. It's so delicious when it's served over basmati white rice and garnished with fresh parsley.
I love making a good vegetable curry! Curries are easy to make, comforting, always made with lots of vegetables and everyone in our family loves curry!
This vegan aubergine and chickpea curry
What makes this curry so good? The aubergine cubes are seasoned with salt and ground black pepper, then roasted in the oven until crisp and golden. They become crispy from the
Then they're stirred in the curry at the end of the recipe, and I'm pretty sure that you will fall in love with the texture and the taste of the aubergines in this dish as much as I did when I first made it.
The Ingredients
To make this curry, you will need:
- Aubergine/eggplant, olive oil, and salt.
- Canned stuff: Coconut milk, chopped tomatoes, and chickpeas.
- Onion, ginger, garlic, and green chili. The curry dream team!
- Spices: Coriander, cumin, garam masala, and turmeric.
- You will also need water, and fresh parsley leaves to garnish.
How to Roast an Aubergine?
Roasting an aubergine for this recipe is really easy. Start by washing the aubergine, and cut it up into cubes.
Scatter on a baking tray, drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and season with salt and pepper.
Roast in the oven at 200c for about 20 minutes. Keep flipping the aubergines cubes every few minutes, and roast until they start to crisp up.
How to Make Aubergine and Chickpea Curry?
Now that you roasted the aubergine, peel and dice a yellow onion. Then heat olive oil in a pan or pot, and sauté the onion. Add garlic, ginger
Add the spices. Adding spices early when cooking a curry will activate the spices, and make your dish even more flavourful.
Add a can of chopped tomatoes, and your cooked chickpeas. I prefer to cook chickpeas at home from dried, I soak them overnight then cook them on the next day.
However, if you don't have much time then you could just use a can of chickpeas. Simply drain the chickpeas and you're ready to go!
And now it's time to add coconut milk. Add a tin of
Stir in the roasted aubergine cubes!
Make sure that you add the roasted aubergine at the end of the cooking process, as the aubergine cubes will be crispy. And adding them to the curry earlier can make them a bit soggy.
If the aubergine cubes start absorbing some liquid from the curry, they will become softer but will still be absolutely tasty so that's not a problem.
We usually make this curry in a big batch that will last us for at least 2 days, so we just reheat it on the next day to have for lunch or dinner.
Serve it over white basmati rice, sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley leaves and enjoy!
Also, make sure to check out my chickpea and potato curry, it's absolutely AMAZING!
More Great Aubergine Recipes
Here's a list of my best eggplant recipes:
Middle Eastern stuffed eggplants
Vegan eggplant sandwich
Eggplant and chickpea curry
Baba ganoush
Mtabbal eggplant dip
Eggplant cinnamon jam
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Aubergine and Chickpea Curry
Roasted Aubergines:
- 1 large aubergine (eggplant) cubed
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt and pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 yellow onion diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green chilli deseeded and diced
- 3 cm ginger grated
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp garam masala
- 1 can (400g) chopped tomatoes
- 1 can (240g) chickpeas cooked and drained
- 1 can (400ml) coconut milk
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp parsley chopped
- Wash and cube the aubergines (I don't peel them and like to leave the skin on), then throw them on a baking sheet, drizzle with some olive oil, and season with ground black pepper and salt.
- Roast in the oven on 200c for about 20 minutes or until golden, flipping every a few minutes while they're being roasted.
- Heat olive oil in a large pan, then saute the onion until it becomes golden and translucent. Add garlic, ginger and green chili and cook for a couple of minutes. Then add the spices and cook for 30 seconds.
- Add a can of chopped tomatoes, a can of chickpeas and a can of coconut milk. Reduce heat, cover with lid and let it simmer for 5 minutes.
- Stir in the aubergine cubes, remove from heat and serve over white basmati rice.
This recipe first appeared on the blog on August 31, 2018. It was updated on September 12, 2019.


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Thanks to AJ for this one, According to Coming Soon the fourth film which was heavily rumored has been scrapped.
In other news I finally got around to making a Japanese PSN account and found an RE: Apocalypse 1080p bluray movie trailer. Expect a download mirror soon.
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|Arrival by plane to Paro or crossing border from India in Phuntsholing/Jaigon and drive to Paro. Sightseeing subject to the arrival time.
|Paro – Gunitsawa
|Morning visit of Kyichu lhakhang, the temple built in 8th century by Tibetan king Songtsen Gampo. Climb to Taktsang gompa (Tiger's Nest), most venerated and holy place in Bhutan overlooking valley from the steep cliff. After lunch drive to Drukyel dzong. This used to be a place where the trek started before. See ruins of the old dzong (castle) and continue further to military camp of Gunitsawa on the new built road. Possibility to make detour to Lhadi Gompa just before military camp. First night camping just above military camp at the elevation of 2,890 m.
|Trek: Gunitsawa – Thangthangkha
|Distance 16 km, 7-8 hours, 770 m ascent, 10 m descent, camp altitude 3,610 m. On this long day there is a lot of up and downs. After going uphill around the river, the valley finally narrows to a mere path which descends to a meadow where a camp will be set up. From here, if weather permits, you will have the first great view of Jomolhari.
|Trek: Thangthangkha – Jangothang
|Distance 10 km, 5-6 hours, 480 m ascent, camp altitude 4,080 m. If you did not see Mt. Jomolhari the previous evening, you will still have a chance to get a great view early this morning. The trek continues up the Paro Chhu valley which widens into patches of alpine meadow and scanty growths of forest. You will cross an army checkpoint along the way and enjoy a spectacular view of high mountain ridges and snow-capped peaks. In this area yaks and their herder's homes become a regular feature of the landscape. Passing the villages Soe, Takethang and Dangochang is another asset on this day. After reaching Jangothang, one of the most beautiful campsites of the Himalayas, you will again have a spectacular view of Jomolhari.
|Halt: Jangothang
|Trek to Tshophu lakes, from here you can see the aerial view of summits all around and herds of blue sheep. If you are strong, you can even continue to Bonte-la pass (4.850 m) and a great view Jichu Drakye over the lakes. Great acclimatization trip.
|Trek: Jangothang – Lingshi
|Distance 13 km, 6-7 hours, 840 m ascent, 870 m descent, camp altitude 4,010 m. This is one of the longest days of the trek. A short distance from the camp the trail begins climbing rapidly for about half an hour and then becomes a gradual ascent to the Nyilila pass at 4,870m. While on the climb enjoy the surroundings. You might see herds of blue sheep grazing on the slopes of the mountains. From the pass you will have spectacular views of Mt. Jomolhari, Jichu Drake and Tsherimgang, all of them rising above 7,000m. It's a gradual descent to the camp where you will pass by some of the yak herder's tents, made from yak wool. The herders use these tents while travelling tovarious pastures for their yaks. As you come down into the Lingshi basin, a beautiful U-shaped valley, you get a wonderful view of Lingshi Dzong on clear days. Tserimgang and its glaciers rise up at the north end of the valley. The campsite is next to a stone hut you reach just before Lingshi Dzong.
|Trek: Lingshi – Shodu
|Distance 22 km, 7-8 hours, 940 m ascent, 870 m descent, camp altitude 4,080 m. This will be quite long difficult day, crosing Yale-la pass in elevation of 4,990 meters. Luckily, the trail is well marked as it's main route for people of Lingshi to reach Thimphu. Camp in Shodu after crossing sandy slope.
|Trek: Shodu – Barshong
|Distance 14 km, 4-5 hours, 130 m ascent, 360 m descent, camp altitude 3,720 m. Cross deserted military camp and continue through the limestone valley with meditation caves. There will be nice view of waterfalls coming. Finally you will climb to the ruins of Barshong dzong below which you will set today's camp.
|Trek: Barshong – Dolam Kencho, drive to Thimphu
|Distance 15 km, 4 hours, 430 m descent, camp altitude 3,290 m. Last day of trekking will be going through the river valley with lot's of up and downs finally reaching rough road on Dolam Kencho where the cars will be waiting to take you to Thimphu. Enjoy the night in comfortable hotel after 8 days trekking!
|Early morning drive to Buddha Dordenma, the gigantic statue of Buddha overlooking the valley and walk to striking city viewpoint. Walk in Norzin lam street and see the traffic police signaling in junctions. Thimphu is only capital in the world without the traffic lights. Finish walk at handicraft market where many interesting Bhutanese souvenirs can be seen and bought for reasonable price. Continue with visit to Folk Heritage Museum with the exhibition on traditional village life in Bhutan (closed on Sunday, alternatively visit Simply Bhutan museum). Drive to Changlimithang stadium to see archery match, traditional sport of Bhutan (depends on luck if the game is going on). From Friday to Sunday you can also visit to Centenary market where local people go to shop for food supplies. Market also has interesting handicraft section. Otherwise, you can enjoy some free time in the town, exploring it on your own. Evening visit of Tashichho dzong, the castle, which serves as seat of the king and government.
|Thimphu – Paro
|Early morning drive to Dochu-la pass with interesting 108 stupas and royal Chapel dedicated to Bhutan's fourth king. Form pass we will start 4-5 hours round hike to the Lungchusey gompa with 360° mountains panorama viewpoint. Descend to Tashigang gompa and reaching back to road in Hontsho. Drive to Paro and evening in leisure.
|Departure from Bhutan
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- Halt in Lingshi (+1 day): Lingshi is small but interesting village located below the ancient castle. It's good idea to visit local farmhouses and interact with welcoming people. You should also visit the castle which serves as Buddhist monastery. Finally the demanding but rewarding hike will lead you to stunning view point from which you can clearly see Tserming Kang, Jichu Drakye and other surrounding peaks.


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The Major League Baseball All-Star Game is an annual sporting event that's also known as the "Midsummer Classic." A tradition that started in 1933, the MLB All-Star Game always takes place either the second or third Tuesday in July and is the halfway mark of the MLB season. Each MLB team is represented in the All-Star Game and fans even have a say in who some of the lucky players will be.
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The main objective of this study was to establish the effect of over confidence bias on stock returns of companies listed at the NSE. The target population of this study was the 64 companies listed at the NSE. To conduct the study, secondary data was obtained from NSE. Data collected for this study was analyzed using descriptive statistics and regression analysis. Regression analysis was used to analyze relationship between overconfidence bias and stock returns. The variables studied included profitability, firm size, overconfidence and stock returns. The results indicated that stock returns of the companies listed at the NSE are affected by overconfidence bias.There was a strong positive relationship between stock returns and overconfidence. The co- efficient co-relation of 0.634 indicated that there existed a positive co-relation between the stock returns, overconfidence bias, profitability and firm size. The study also revealed that the overall model did not pass the goodness of fit test since the P value of 0.875 was greater than the level of significance of 0.05.The co-efficients of the variables in the model were 0.008 for overconfidence, 0.058 for profitability and 0.166 for firm size. The study recommends that a regulation framework that would strengthen market over sight and surveillance be put in place.


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Of all the things in this world, there is nothing I enjoy more than cheering! It gives me a sense of purpose to motivate and inspire others as they achieve success on and off the field.
The truth is we could all use a cheerleader in our lives at one point or another. Someone to lift us up when we're down, to help us stay on track when we've lost our way and a compassionate friend who never loses hope — even if we have.
I found my friend and cheerleader in Dr. Mark Bussell. He has been on my team since day one.
My Cheering Spirit Diminished
It all began on January 30, 2013. My life at 13 was turned upside down with the news that I had stage IV Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoblastic Lymphoma. It's a rare, but serious form of cancer often found in children. According to the doctors, abnormal lymphocytes or white blood cells are present in the lymph nodes or thymus gland.
The most alarming thing about my cancer diagnosis was what happened with my legs. They had turned purple (literally) as a result of my illness and brought with it a tingling sensation throughout. I can't tell you how many nights I woke up in agony, feeling intense charley horses all over my legs. But, this was only one sliver of the larger news I was soon going to learn.
My oncologist at this time had informed me that my legs were clinically dead. Meaning, I was never going to walk again, let alone jump up and down or do the splits with my cheerleading team. In fact, it was only a matter of days before my legs would need to be amputated. I never imagined having cancer, but worst of all never being able to cheer again on my own two legs. That was more devastating than anything.
What Do I Do Now?
I knew this couldn't be the only answer. No matter what the doctors were telling me, I was determined to walk. Thankfully, my mother wasn't ready to quit either. She came across Loma Linda's rehabilitation services and looked into physical therapy. I was referred by an outpatient orthopedic specialist who encouraged me to meet Dr. Bussell. Dr. Bussell was also a cancer survivor and could relate to the nerve pain I was experiencing.
My first visit with Dr. Bussell was the best. He was the most polite, compassionate doctor I had ever met. I can still recall my first assessment in which he approached me with a small tact — similar to a nail used to hang décor on the wall. I asked him, "What are going to do with that?" We joked around for a bit before he tested my sensitivity levels. This was the beginning of my recovery.
After the first six months of Intraneural Facilitation or INF™, I was beginning to walk. It was unbelievable! Even my doctors called it a miracle. Dr. Bussell and I told them we were making magic happen.
My treatments varied from two-three times a week, with each session more relaxing than the next. It's not every day you fall asleep during a doctor's visit. In my case, I was so comfortable and at ease I fell asleep once or twice. The treatment felt like I was getting a massage only this massage allows for blood to flow through the legs.
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For the first time since being diagnosed I was able to stand on my own. I was able to walk to the bathroom without my mother's help. As a 14-year old, this was all I could ask for.
It was amazing to see the purple in my legs begin to change color. I wasn't relying on my walker or wheelchair anymore. When I returned to my doctors for a MRI, it had been shown that my diagnosis of Avascular Necrosis or AVN as part of my cancer diagnosis was gone. And the crazy thing is AVN is incurable!
Everything was changing for the better and all thanks to Dr. Bussell. He was not only treating my condition, but helping me to strengthen my faith in God. My hope of cheering once more was being restored.
My treatment is an ongoing process that requires the strength of both Dr. Bussell and I. I maintain a gluten free diet — though challenging at times — with daily stretches and exercise. I'll never forget putting on a high heel for the first time in a long time and having my confidence come to light by the simple act of putting on a shoe. I felt beautiful!
Today, I'm back to cheer practice serving as the cheerleading coach for the Apple Valley Rattlers football team. The good news is I'm healthy and strong. I can't wait to attend beauty school next year.
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Health and fitness are becoming ever-more popular among all generations and more and more people are taking an interest in how they're fueling their bodies. That said, a lot of theories have surfaced over the years about what we should and shouldn't eat to lose weight.
There are effective diets that can help you shift that unwanted fat quickly by reducing your intake of certain macronutrients (I'll explain later) but, if you want to maintain a healthy lifestyle, then you shouldn't really cut anything out. If you're training correctly and eating in moderation, then you'll lose fat and gain muscle.
So, macronutrients are those essential energy groups that are required in large amounts, commonly known as carbohydrates, protein and fats. Most people are unaware of what macronutrients are, even though we consume them throughout the day. Instead of counting calories, you should be focusing on the ratio of macronutrients you have in each meal.
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Carbohydrates are your main energy source. Foods such as sweet potato, brown rice, oats and brown pasta etc. are typically high in carbohydrates and should be used as staples in every meal. If you've got a cardio workout planned, you'll need these to keep you on top of your A game.
Protein is used for muscle repair and growth. Lean meats and fish such as chicken, turkey, cod and salmon are all packed with protein and will ensure your muscles recover after a strenuous weight training session.
Fats are another great source of energy but they're much denser than carbohydrates. They're essential for keeping your hair and skin healthy and help the body to absorb vitamins. Avocado, nuts, eggs and olive oil are all great examples of healthy fats.
Breakfasts packed with Macronutrients
If in doubt, always have oats. Mix it with either water, almond milk or coconut milk and a scoop of protein. Or, if like me you're not a fan of mixing things in with your oats, then you can always have it in a separate shake. Sometimes oats can be a little bit tasteless, so feel free to try them with a zero-calorie syrup!
Turkey bacon is a great substitute if you're a fan of bacon for breakfast. Add it with avocado, a couple of poached eggs and half a bagel and you'll be good to go.
The key is to keep it simple, whilst fueling your body enough so that you can get the best out of your training.
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Working with prepared teams and focusing on people, you become a reference for the client
Challenge of departure
Unión de Créditos Inmobiliarios is an entity with a solid track record financing homes through mortgage loans. Aware of the complexity of the mortgage product, its process for the client, the impacts that changes in circumstances have on the lives of customers, UCI decided to enhance the support and transparency in all, and the steps taken by the client to acquire a housing and finance it.
We did
The initial concern was to know the experiences, opinions and experiences of customers, and for this, meetings were organized with the clients themselves to understand how their experience was so far. It was a very enriching process, which allowed us to identify a large number of elements to start with (quick wins).
From there, an in-depth analysis of the Customer Journey of the UCI clients was carried out and an action plan was defined to facilitate the transformation and deployment of the defined Customer Strategy. In February of 2016, the area of Protection of the Client's Interest evolves and the Management of Change is created.
Customers have become the main brand ambassadors. There has been a considerable increase in new clients that are referenced by current clients, who have recommended UCI services based on their good experience.


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Holy cow, you are moving into a dorm! Or, at the very least, you are thinking about moving into a dorm.
The dorm life can be thrilling, especially because it gives students easy access to other students, which can create amazing friendships that can last a lifetime. Of course, it is possible to make friends in college without living in a dorm; however, just imagine halls full of open doors, with rooms filled with eager peers wanting to create relationships and memories, too.
It's an extroverts dream!
Here is a compiled list of items that are essential for your first year in a dorm! As a quick disclaimer, for those of you who have decided to go to a college where you' are able to let your furry friend live in the dorm with you, nothing on this list will include items for animals. That will have to wait for another post *wink* *wink*.
Make sure your school allows these items before you place them in your dorm! Some schools are more lenient, while some schools refuse students place certain items on the property. For example, when my boyfriend went to college and lived in the dorms, his school did not allow anything on the walls.
Added to that, your school may already supply their students with certain amenities (such as a kitchen) so their students do not have to purchase them on their own (such as cooking products).
It is better to be safe than sorry.
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Hygiene and Health
The easiest way to keep this article informative, yet organized is to place all of the items into categories, the first being hygiene.
First Aid Kit
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Shower Shoes
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Note that if you decide you do not want anything else on this list, I still highly recommend getting shower shoes. The school showers are not cleaned to the level they should be, and you have absolutely no idea what the person before you was doing on that floor. Basically, protect yourself from a preventable staph infection…
Shower Caddy
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There is no way to know before you get to your dorm, where it is in relation to the bathrooms. For all you know, the bathroom could e on the other side of the building! In that case, do not get caught having to carry your shower goods in hand every time you want to shower!
Closet and Storage
Clothing Steamer
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There is not nearly enough space in a dorm for a huge ironing board, nor will you have enough time to set everything up, iron each item, and put it all back. This makes everything simple… just steam and go!
Portable, Lightweight Hamper
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There are several kinds of hampers available, from thicker, more firm hampers, to ones than hang. However, this one strikes me as the most useful, being that it also has a side pocket for laundry detergent, etc.
Space Saving Hangers
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There is no space in the closets within your dorm. They are tiny, cramped, and you will probably have to leave a lot of clothes at home if you are not equipped with these life-savers.
Clear Storage Bags
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Easily place your extra items in these cute, easy-to-store bins. Put them on the floor, under the bed, or in your closet for out-of-sight, out-of-mind storage.
Jewelry Wall Mount
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I love necklaces. I believe they make any outfit look a million times better! However, one of the biggest problems I find is where do you put all of your jewelry so it will be safe and maintain a high quality look? Especially in a dorm? This little jewelry holder fixes that problem with ease.
Desk and Organization
Desk Shelving
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Laptop Tray
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Laptop trays give you added support, extra space for homework, added ability to work in bed (which, as I am sure, many of us love to do), and allows better airflow to the laptop so it does not overheat.
The one linked above does all of that, plus has a storage drawer and is made of bamboo, so it is more environmentally friendly.
Desk Organization
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This is the only item for desk organization that I thought would give you the most bang for your buck. With this five piece set, all of your paperwork, pencils, and other school-related items can be well thought out and organized to perfection.
Book Holder
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One of the hardest things about working on a small desk is deciding where you are going to place all your stuff, without sacrificing room for your mouse or keyboard, and while keeping all of the important documents within eye-sight. This will help with that.
Desk Lamp
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Chances are, if you are in a dorm, you will more than likely have a roommate who will be on a different sleep schedule than you. Maybe while you are trying to study, they will be headed to bed because they have a big test in the morning. Therefore, you will want a desk lamp.
2-in-1 Laptop and Tablet
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This item, although the most expensive on this entire list, is incredibly useful! I have been envious of people who were using this tablet-laptop-hybrid technology! Think about it… this computer saves you from running out of space like you would with a cheap setup; it gives you freedom to type or write your notes; and it saves money and resources because you will not be required to purchase a notebook.
Attachable Bedside Table
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I have to admit, I am extremely excited about this item. I initially could not figure out which category this belongs to best, but it seems to fit best with comfort. Let's face it, if you are planning on putting your bed loft-style, you will want somewhere to place your drinks, your phone when you do not need it, and anything else you do not want getting caught in the sheets.
Bedside Caddy
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This has the same basic idea, but it should be added in case anyone wants extra storage next to their bed. Rule of thumb: extra storage always equals a good idea.
Portable Air Conditioner
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I cannot begin to explain exactly how crucial this item is… If you have ever been in a dorm, you will understand just how hot the air in the building is (and this is coming from someone who has been in dorms located in Wisconsin – a tundra). Not only is it hot because there are so many bodies living in one concentrated area, but also because schools often do not turn on temperature control until it becomes crucial.
Wedge Position Pillow
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This purchase would be a no-brainer. For myself, I lay on my bed to do pretty much anything on my computer. Usually we just wedge several pillows behind our back for support, but what if you can get rid of that hassle with one pillow?
When doing work, place it like the picture, but when you are ready for bed, flip it the other way around.
Mattress Topper
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Not only will you need this because the beds comfort is the equivalence of a concrete slab, but you should also consider purchasing this item because there is no way to know who was sleeping on it before you.
Food and Cooking
Mini Fridge
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All-In-One Breakfast Station
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Alright, let's all just admit it together: this would be so cool for those of you who do not want to go out into the cafeteria every time you are hungry.
Rapid Ramen Cooker
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Perfect for the average college student's diet.
Cooking Caddy
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Entertainment and Decoration
Keep in mind with these items, it is not necessary to get these exact items if they do not fit your aesthetic. They are just here to give you ideas.
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I have to say, I could not live without this invention. Just simply plug it into your television set, and wallah! Instant streaming set up right on an ordinary television set!
Television Set
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Wall Grid Panel
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One of the most numbing things about a dorm is how bland it is when you first walk in. It is dull and dark and gloomy, so sprucing it up with a beautiful wall tapestry is an ideal way to bring in your own personality and charm to the room.
Removable Wallpaper
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I have to admit, I have been unbelievably obsessed with this since I have found out it exists! Not only is this perfect for dorms, but it is also perfect for whenever you decide to begin renting an apartment! It is super easy to apply to a wall, and then removed (without any nasty residue left behind) as soon as you have finished living in that room.
Soft, Plush Rug
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At one point, I remember walking into a dorm that was carpeted, and it was covered in stains (I should emphasize how much I mean it was covered). I never wanted to take off my socks when in the room because there was nothing to protect my feet from whatever was mashed into the worn-out carpets.
A beautiful rug, much like the one listed above, would be a perfect barrier between your skin and the floor. I would recommend a small, nursery-size one because it will fit beautifully between your bed and your roommate's.
Woven Wall Hanging
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Alright, I will admit it… I could not help myself from adding this item to this list. It is just too gorgeous to not be showcased at least once.
Warm Plug-In Fairy Lights
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Any room looks cozier with beautiful, soft light creating an inviting atmosphere. Placing this around your bed, and turning it on while relaxing, studying, or even just getting ready to sleep can make a world of a difference when it comes to the vibe of the room.
Hanging Plants
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Plants can make any room look more beautiful and organic. Added to that, including plants in your dorm room can clean the air you are breathing in. It should be noted that the above item is only the hangers (plants will have to be bought separately), which will save you buckets of space and keep the room looking beautiful.
Congratulations for getting into college and beginning your journey into higher education! Making your dorm homey, comfortable, and beautiful is only the beginning to enjoying college.
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Boxing is a type of combat sport which involves two contenders or approximately the same structure in terms of height and weight fight one another with only their fists. This sports form bears it earliest resemblance with the Minoan bet-to-win, Sumerian or Egyptian contest of fist fighting, as seen in many of their reliefs.
Organized boxing was seen to formulate from the time of the ancient Greeks. Records show that the ancient Greeks were the first people to formalize this sport by organizing several events and tournaments with such professional boxers. Boxing as a sport was formally introduced in the realm of the Olympics approximately around 688BC.
Europe is said to be the birthplace of modern boxing, i.e. boxing as we know it today. Modern boxing sees the sport being supervised by a referee who is engaged in the event throughout the rounds to see the game is being played in a good manner. A knock out, technical knockout or perhaps an injury that doesn't permit the player from continuing the game determines the winner.
Through the years there are different styles and kinds of boxing that have evolved. Since the sport shot to popularity across the globe, different countries assigned their special names with their variation of boxing. A few of the popular styles of boxing are Thai boxing, French Boxing, Burmese Boxing, English Boxing etc. However, modern boxing would not allow kicking, something that is practiced in a few of the styles which are listed.
This popular sports form developed in the Greek and also the Roman times. It however degenerated after the fall of the Roman Empire but was resurrected in England about the 12th century and again continued to rise in popularity. Initially controlled by money mostly in the 17th to the 19th century, participants played for cash rewards, viewers bet on the players to make money plus the promoters of the game controlled the gates.
In 1908 boxing made a comeback within the organized sports world with amateur boxing being declared an Olympic event in 1908. Modern boxing then got into sports news when two distinct platforms were created for this sport; that of amateur boxing and professional boxing. Amateur boxing is much more of the collegiate level sport but finds a place within the Olympic and Commonwealth games. The amount of rounds in amateur boxing is fewer and shorter than professional boxing.
Also the scores are mostly in line with the number of clear blows landed on the opponent than any actual physical damage caused. Professional boxing on the other hand go on for a lot longer and also have almost twelve rounds and is more tough in its nature. Professional boxers usually are not allowed to wear any head gear, unlike amateur boxers, and are at risk of more injuries and physical damage. The referee though is definitely the controller and can stop a fight in the event of a boxer not being able to defend himself as a result of serious physical injury.
Today news for boxing includes more than just inside reviews of the games being played, but in addition consist of interviews, details of upcoming fights, schedules, rankings and player interviews.


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Why Learning How to Cook Healthy Meals is a Great Date Night Idea
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It's date night again. That time when you and your partner get some time to yourselves, away from the kids and work and all the other obligations that fill up your day. But what should you do with this newfound and short-lived freedom? One thing you might consider is learning how to cook some healthy meals. There are a lot of reasons why you should consider learning how to cook healthy recipes for your date night, including:
· Fun to do—learning how to cook can be a lot of fun. You can both try out the recipe, pick out what you would like to do, and maybe get a few laughs when something doesn't go the way it should. Cooking can be more exciting than you would ever imagine and both of you will leave date night with a big smile.
· Learn something new—there is nothing better for a relationship, old or young, than learning how to do something new. Pick out a recipe that neither of you have made in the past, or you can teach your partner how to do one of your recipes, and then get started. You can have some fun with this and either make something simple or something difficult.
· A great bonding experience—while making the meal you both will bond together. You can learn each others' strengths and weaknesses when it comes to working together, having fun, and making a great meal that you both will enjoy. Learning how to cook can actually take a lot of the pressure off you both in terms of not feeling pressured to bond or get along. It's easy and laid back and you both will have a ton of fun while bonding.
· Eat a healthy meal—the best part about this whole process is that once you are done, you get a tasty and healthy meal to eat. Spend some time in the kitchen making these great meals and then turn around and eat them for date night. Add in a few sides or even make a dessert if you have some time that night and make it a meal that you can both enjoy while staying on your diet or simply choosing to stay healthy overall. Cooking has so many possibilities so you are sure to find something you both will enjoy eating.


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With one half of their term officially behind them, Undergraduate Student Government President Gerard Basalla and Vice President Danielle Di Scala spent Tuesday evening reflecting on the past semester during the USG State of the University Address.
The invite-only event was held in the Great Hall Meeting Room of the Ohio Union, and involved a dinner catered by University Dining Services followed by speeches from USG's chief of staff, vice president and president.
Annie Greer, USG chief of staff and a fourth year industrial & systems engineering, started off the event by reiterating the theme put forth at the beginning of the school year: "Reach up, reach out, reach forward."
"Reaching up is about strengthening our relationships with each other and developing as individuals simply so that we can do our job and do it well," Greer said to the audience. "Our vision was and is to make USG a family, so that our members feel accepted, valuable and empowered."
Greer emphasized the organization's commitment to this theme by citing structural changes intended to make USG more accessible and transparent. She mentioned the creation of liaisons intended to create relationships with student organizations around campus, as well as the monthly public forum and revamping of the USG website.
"Something the student body has asked for year after year is transparency and, this year, we set tangible initiatives to prove our commitment to transparency as an organization," Greer said. "We hope that the student body has noticed our increased efforts to hear their voices and we will continue to 'reach out' as the Spring Semester begins."
Basalla echoed the importance of the student voice when he described his vision for USG.
"We've taken the approach that USG is supposed to represent all students, by being a mouthpiece for our student body, sharing our perspective with administrators, faculty, staff and the Buckeye community," Basalla said to the crowd. "By revamping our internal structure and making our organization more transparent to others, we have created an organizational structure that fosters the ability to work well with every member of our community."
Basalla continued his speech by highlighting resolutions and initiatives that he felt showed the progress USG has made over the course of the year. These included the organization's work on textbook affordability, the End Hate OSU initiative to end hate speech on campus, and working with and updating the OSU mobile app.
Special emphasis was placed on the "unprecedented feat" of passing the resolution to place a mental health disclaimer on course syllabi. The resolution passed unanimously in the University Senate last November. The implementation of the mental health disclaimer, which will include the Office of Student Life's Counseling and Consultation Service' address, phone number and website, comes after more than two years and three resolutions on the subject, with the first two attempts resulting in the drafts expiring before the end of the semester they were put forth.
Basalla said that USG is committed to mental health and combatting the stigma that surrounds it.
"To those Buckeyes who are struggling, you are not alone. Your stories matter and you matter," he said.
The speech also touched on some of the things USG wishes to accomplish in 2017 including a "Time for Change" sustainability event to encourage the importance of environmental conscientiousness, continued work on diverse student and faculty enrollment, and combined efforts with faculty toward textbook affordability.
Basalla concluded the event by saying that he hopes his speech will move past the tradition of a recap and reflection and instead act as a call to action.
"This new year gives student leaders the opportunity to reevaluate our goals, work across the aisle with peers across the country to transform the world," Basalla said.


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Past Winners
Baruch College students Orr Izkovich and Amit Gutin won the 2016 competition with their proposal for a Humans of New York-style photo exhibition telling the stories of Israeli citizens from all walks of life. Their exhibit, Faces of Israel, was launched in spring 2016 on their New York campus and has since been displayed at various events and venues both locally and abroad.
Yale student Lea Weiner won the 2017 competition in New York for her proposal for a two-day workshop and mock negotiation on the Israeli-Palestinian peace process with David Makovsky (Director of the Project on the Middle East Peace Process) and Ghaith al-Omari (Senior Fellow at the Washington Institute). As part of her plan, Jewish and Israeli students will be trained by al-Omari in how to represent the Palestinian side and Arab students will be trained by Makovsky in how to represent the Israeli side.
Binghamton University students Gabriel Gang, Hannah Werner, Solomon Barer, Talia Chasen, and Joshua Marcus won the 2018 competition in New York in their pitch to host a "Water Gala" at their university. The purpose of the event was to bring many different types of organizations together in hosting an event that saw to highlight Israeli water technology. The event introduced important speakers in for a panel and for a presentation, brought in food, water-related activities and technology for students. The event gathered over 300 people in attendance.
Baruch College students Yerain Abreu and Shoval Tshuva won the 2019 competition in New York with their idea to create the BRAVE initiative, a cohort joining American and Israeli military veterans. Veterans, no matter where they're from, have gone through similar experiences and BRAVE has created a forum to talk, network, and become friends. Since its inceptions, BRAVE has held tabling events, dinners, Shabbatons, and more.
Adam Shapiro, Cornell class of 2020, came in second place in the New York competition in 2018. His idea, the Start-Up Nation Mentorship, pairs Israeli executives with student leaders on campuses around the world. Since it's inception, the project has become a program of the World Jewish Congress.
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H.R.105 - Protect Veterans from Financial Fraud Act of 2017115th Congress (2017-2018)
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Protect Veterans from Financial Fraud Act of 2017
This bill states that, in any case not involving negligent failure by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to investigate or monitor a fiduciary that results in fiduciary misuse of benefits, but in which any fiduciary misuses all or part of an individual's benefit paid to the fiduciary, the VA shall pay to the beneficiary or the beneficiary's successor fiduciary an amount equal to the amount of the misused benefit.
An adverse determination by the VA of a veteran's mental capacity to manage VA monetary benefits may be appealed in accordance with provisions governing the Board of Veterans' Appeals and the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims.


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§1443. Destruction or loss of, or injury to, sanctuary resources
(a) Liability
(1) Liability to United States
Any person who destroys, causes the loss of, or injures any sanctuary resource is liable to the United States for an amount equal to the sum of-
(A) the amount of response costs and damages resulting from the destruction, loss, or injury; and
(B) interest on that amount calculated in the manner described under section 2705 of title 33.
(2) Liability in rem
Any vessel used to destroy, cause the loss of, or injure any sanctuary resource shall be liable in rem to the United States for response costs and damages resulting from such destruction, loss, or injury. The amount of that liability shall constitute a maritime lien on the vessel and may be recovered in an action in rem in any district court of the United States that has jurisdiction over the vessel.
(3) Defenses
A person is not liable under this subsection if that person establishes that-
(A) the destruction or loss of, or injury to, the sanctuary resource was caused solely by an act of God, an act of war, or an act or omission of a third party, and the person acted with due care;
(B) the destruction, loss, or injury was caused by an activity authorized by Federal or State law; or
(C) the destruction, loss, or injury was negligible.
(4) Limits to liability
Nothing in sections 4281–4289 of the Revised Statutes of the United States or section 30706 of title 46 shall limit the liability of any person under this chapter.
(b) Response actions and damage assessment
(1) Response actions
The Secretary may undertake or authorize all necessary actions to prevent or minimize the destruction or loss of, or injury to, sanctuary resources, or to minimize the imminent risk of such destruction, loss, or injury.
(2) Damage assessment
The Secretary shall assess damages to sanctuary resources in accordance with section 1432(6) of this title.
(c) Civil actions for response costs and damages
(1) The Attorney General, upon request of the Secretary, may commence a civil action against any person or vessel who may be liable under subsection (a) for response costs and damages. The Secretary, acting as trustee for sanctuary resources for the United States, shall submit a request for such an action to the Attorney General whenever a person may be liable for such costs or damages.
(2) An action under this subsection may be brought in the United States district court for any district in which-
(A) the defendant is located, resides, or is doing business, in the case of an action against a person;
(B) the vessel is located, in the case of an action against a vessel; or
(C) the destruction of, loss of, or injury to a sanctuary resource occurred.
(d) Use of recovered amounts
Response costs and damages recovered by the Secretary under this section shall be retained by the Secretary in the manner provided for in section 9607(f)(1) of title 42, and used as follows:
(1) Response costs
Amounts recovered by the United States for costs of response actions and damage assessments under this section shall be used, as the Secretary considers appropriate-
(A) to reimburse the Secretary or any other Federal or State agency that conducted those activities; and
(B) after reimbursement of such costs, to restore, replace, or acquire the equivalent of any sanctuary resource.
(2) Other amounts
All other amounts recovered shall be used, in order of priority-
(A) to restore, replace, or acquire the equivalent of the sanctuary resources that were the subject of the action, including for costs of monitoring and the costs of curation and conservation of archeological, historical, and cultural sanctuary resources;
(B) to restore degraded sanctuary resources of the national marine sanctuary that was the subject of the action, giving priority to sanctuary resources and habitats that are comparable to the sanctuary resources that were the subject of the action; and
(C) to restore degraded sanctuary resources of other national marine sanctuaries.
(3) Federal-State coordination
Amounts recovered under this section with respect to sanctuary resources lying within the jurisdiction of a State shall be used under paragraphs (2)(A) and (B) in accordance with the court decree or settlement agreement and an agreement entered into by the Secretary and the Governor of that State.
(e) Statute of limitations
An action for response costs or damages under subsection (c) shall be barred unless the complaint is filed within 3 years after the date on which the Secretary completes a damage assessment and restoration plan for the sanctuary resources to which the action relates.
References in Text
Sections 4281–4289 of the Revised Statutes of the United States, referred to in subsec. (a)(4), were classified to sections 181 to 188 of the former Appendix to Title 46, Shipping, and section 175 of former Title 46. Sections 4281 to 4287 and 4289 of the Revised Statutes were repealed and restated in chapter 305 of Title 46, Shipping, by
In subsec. (a)(4), "section 30706 of title 46" substituted for "section 3 of the Act of February 13, 1893," on authority of
2000-Subsec. (a)(1).
Subsec. (c).
Subsec. (d)(1), (2).
"(A) to restore, replace, or acquire the equivalent of the sanctuary resources which were the subject of the action;
"(B) to manage and improve the national marine sanctuary within which are located the sanctuary resources which were the subject of the action; and
"(C) to manage and improve any other national marine sanctuary."
Subsec. (e).
1996-Subsec. (b)(1).
1992-Subsec. (a)(1).
Subsec. (a)(2).
Subsec. (a)(4).
Subsec. (b)(1).
Subsec. (d).
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Recovery from Overdoing It
Let's talk about recovery from overdoing it while exercising.
Whether you are a seasoned athlete or the proverbial weekend warrior, you want to recover as fast as possible so you can get back to whatever warrioring it is you do. There are many ways to give your body that little something extra it needs to recover better, but which doesn't involve filling a prescription. Making sure the body wants for nothing nutritionally will ensure that all your systems can function at optimal levels.
Primarily, be sure to feed yourself food that is as unprocessed as possible. That means organic, vegetable-based, and locally sourced if possible. Secondly, drink plenty of pure water. Not juice. Not drink mix. Water—the stuff rain is made from.
I do try, however, to keep a few things in my medicine cabinet that get me through the period following one of those "memorable summer events"—ones that keep you wiped out for the following week or more.
There are over 300 chemical reactions that keep the body working properly, but the following is by far one of the best recommendations for sore muscles and cramping: Magnesium. Magnesium has been used to treat sore muscles and cramps for centuries. It's been proven to effectively reduce muscular pain and cramping post exercise.
Foods like broccoli, squash, almonds, meats, chocolate, and coffee contain a relatively good amount of magnesium. However, approximately 95% of Americans are deficient in this simple element. Restless leg syndrome, muscle cramping, and fatigue collectively show up in 95% of our population. So what can be done about it?
Magnesium baths or magnesium supplementation are two great ways to get rid of those legs cramps that raise you out of bed at 3 a.m. Magnesium bath salts have been used for thousands of years and are renowned for their soothing qualities. Try them—they work! Just follow the instructions on the packaging. One more good thing, it's cheap.
Magnesium supplementation is a bit more of a sticky wicket, so I'll try and explain it the way I understand it. As I mentioned earlier, magnesium is an element, and therefore it does not really want to "associate" with anything else. Which means getting it into your body so you can use it is not as easy as we'd like. Thankfully, scientists have figured out a way to combine it with another substance…one that is more easily utilized by the body.
So when you are shopping for magnesium you will encounter more than one kind. For instance, magnesium citrate, magnesium malate, magnesium taurate, or magnesium picolinate. This "–ate" suffix list goes on forever, but let me break it down for you.
Magnesium citrate is the salt they talk about when they used the term "a dose of the salts." In layman's terms, it makes you poop. If that is what you are after, then magnesium citrate is what you need. The best magnesium bang for the buck in my opinion is magnesium malate. It is both modestly priced and one of the best of the magnesiums for being absorbed by the body.
Important note! Be sure that you are not taking medications that might interact with magnesium. Also, be cautious with it if you have a history of kidney problems. A proper dosing of magnesium malate should not exceed 350mg/day.


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Josh Mur
August 14, 2015
(ANTIMEDIA) The infamously untrustworthy Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has furthered its reputation as one of America's most beloved hypocrites with its latest motion. It was reported on Thursday that the FDA has just approved OxyContin prescriptions for children between the ages of 11 and 16 years-old.
For those unfamiliar, OxyContin is an opiate-based pharmaceutical painkiller used to ease severe pain. Aside from being known for its powerful effects on users, it is also notorious for its widespread abuse. Its effects on the mind and body are strikingly similar to heroin, making it dangerously addictive. It typically contains anywhere between 40-160 milligrams of OxyCodone, which lasts around 12 hours thanks to its extended release. However, abusers generally crush the pills to inhale or inject them with a syringe by mixing it with water, thus receiving a dose that is meant to stretch over a 12-hour span almost instantly.
After a 2004 study was abandoned due to an apparent lack of monetary resources, the FDA announced that pediatric studies on the effects of OxyContin would be underway in order to establish whether or not this pharmaceutical version of heroin should be available for children. After a very short period of trials and research, the FDA has concluded that three years is enough time to evaluate the long-term effects of extended use of a highly potent drug in children. Keep in mind that the FDA is the same government organization that has lumped marijuana and psilocybin mushrooms into the same category as Schedule 1 narcotics, deeming them to have zero medicinal value and heightened potential for abuse (because we all know a handful of people addicted to psychedelic mushrooms, right?).
One of the most blatant problems with this new allowance is that opiate addiction itself has become one of the most pressing health crises of modern times. In 2010 alone, 16,651 people died from opiate overdoses — making up 60% of all overdose deaths. Prescription drug overdoses are now responsible for more deaths than all illegal drug overdoses combined. Another recent study has shown that 4 out of 5 new heroin addicts initially became addicted from using prescription opiates. One can't help but ask whether or not prescribing children OxyContin will lead to heroin addiction at an earlier age.
This is just the latest move which allows for the mass (over)medication of America's youth. As we reported last year, at least 10,000 toddlers are now prescribed amphetamine-based ADHD drugs in the U.S.
Ironically, despite the fact that marijuana and heroin are all considered to lack any acceptable medicinal value, both of them have synthetic pharmaceutical versions available to patients. For example, Marinol and Cesamet are pharmaceutical drugs that are readily available, typically to cancer patients. The irony is in the fact that these drugs are literally modeled on active ingredients in marijuana. On the other hand, we have the drug of discussion, OxyContin, which, as stated earlier, is modeled around heroin itself. There is clearly either a major conflict of interest, unfathomable stupidity, or perhaps both.
RELATED: How an Illegal "Drug" is Reducing Opiate Painkiller Addiction
Regardless of the motive behind these contradictions, the message is clear: these regulators have proven themselves unfit to handle this sort of responsibility. Even considering the fact that children will have to undergo a more extensive evaluation than adults to obtain a prescription, these methods and regulations are supported by the imbeciles responsible for the clear absurdities stated above. Furthermore, does not the FDA's refusal to recognize the inefficiency in its own approved medications while ignoring the success of "alternative" medicine imply that it is guilty of more ignorance than meets the eye?
Health is not a monopoly, it is a state of well-being. The fact that we have corporations and organizations that immensely benefit from the sales of medication implies two things. First, illness and injury are key components in the demand for sales, manufacturing, and further development of medicine — constituting a clear conflict of interest between the physical and mental well-being of American citizens and the financial well-being of Big Pharma. Second, it implies that the FDA's evaluation methods are not nearly efficient enough to safely decide whether or not certain chemicals should be available for human consumption. This is why a naturally occurring chemical like psilocybin — which is proven to have not only psychological benefits, but physical benefits as well — is considered illegal in the United States.
Does the FDA need to re-evaluate its infrastructure? Do you think it is okay to prescribe children highly addictive medications? Share your thoughts in the comments below.
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Cool-looking new hotel in Mexico, called Tubohotel, that's basically a load of recycled concrete tubes.
The 'rooms' look tiny, but comfortable.
It's eco-friendly and affordable. Looks good for backpackers and for anyone looking for something a bit different.
Oh, but they couldn't fit bathrooms in the tubes, so you have to share.


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Mike Tyson hasn't always had the best of things to say about Conor McGregor. However, it appears they've mended that bridge.
Much of the MMA world was fixated on last night's UFC 230 from New York. But 'The Notorious' was busy living it up with 'Iron Mike' in Ireland this weekend. The MMA superstar posted a lengthy statement on his Instagram that he and Tyson met up at Helix in Dublin.
There, he and Tyson buried the hatchet and even supposedly 'tasted' some of Tyson's own marijuana strain dubbed 'KO Kush.' McGregor also offered some respect and advice for the controversial boxing legend:
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I went to see Mike Tyson last night in the Helix, Dublin, Ireland. I love and respect Mike Tyson. And I love the Helix. I won my first World Title here, and also my second. It was good to meet you Mike. You spoke some things about me in the past which I did not like and I was happy to speak to you face to face, put it to bed and have some fun. You are in good spirits and I was happy to see this! I will always have the height of respect for you! Some decisions you have made around your finances I do not agree with. As a fighter you must fight here. The most. And this is a fight that never ends. It is even a fight that we pass on to our next in line. Our blood line. Make sure you stay switched on with those around you at all times. You have good people around you now, I can tell. But stay switched on. Your Marijuana strain that you grow on your own ranch "KO Kush" is really nice. It was an honour to taste it and I wish you and your team all the best with this endeavor. Just remember, if someone tries to rip you. Rip their nose off their face. You are a fighting icon and deserve endless love and respect! And from me, you will always have it! Don't let anyone take anything from you. You owe nobody nothing. It is you who is owed. Always remember that. I love you Mike! Iron Mike Tyson! Here is an iconic photograph as a gift from me to you, from head photographer at @mcgregorproductions , @ginger_beard_photos
McGregor is currently awaiting the punishment for his part in the post-fight brawl at October 6's UFC 229. He was submitted by current champ Khabib Nurmagomedov in his awaited return to the Octagon.
He and Khabib are scheduled to appear before the Nevada State Athletic Commission (NSAC) on December 10. Both are temporarily suspended until then.
But while the NSAC is keeping tabs on McGregor for the time being, his latest post on social media may pique attention from USADA as well.
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by Judith St. George
2007 Holiday House
First off, this was a fun book. It takes place in the White House. Kay Kay Granger and her sister Annie just moved into the White House - her mother was just elected president!
It takes her a while to get used to living there. She misses her old house with its creaky floors and whistling radiators and big old kitchen where she tried out recipes. She loves to write and is currently working on a mystery. She soon hears about ghosts in the White House, especially the ghost of Abraham Lincoln. She wants to sleep in Lincoln's bedroom so bad - for research, you know. Her mom says "no," but she says that her brother, Kay Kay's uncle, can sleep there. Kay Kay plans on pranking her uncle the night he sleeps in Lincoln's room. But it backfires when a foreign dignitary stays in the room instead, and they end up pulling the prank on him.
They get grounded for two weeks. But to Kay Kay's surprise after the grounding is over, her mom says they can sleep in Lincoln's bedroom. Will she and her scaredy-cat sister see Lincoln's ghost?
You will have to read it to find out.
This was a fun read. At first I didn't think I was going to like the ending, but she put a twist to the story at the end, and I did. I think a kid who likes a mystery with a little history mixed in will enjoy this book.
Here are a few interesting facts about the author - Judith St. George has written more than forty distinguished books which have won numerous awards, including the Christopher Award, the Edgar Allan Poe Award, and the Golden Kite Award. Her picture book "So You Want to Be President!", illustrated by David Small, received the Caldecott Medal. Judy was a delegate to the White House Conference on Library and Information Services, but saw no ghosts while she was there.
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