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AgriTalk After The Bell host Chip Flory welcomes Chirs Barron of C&B Farms back on the program. Newsman Davis Michaelsen covers news.
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AgriTalk host Chip Flory gets the rundown from the guys at Pro Farmer. Editor Brian Grete, and new Sr. Market Analyst Jeff Wilson joined the show on Tuesday. Newsman Davis Michaelson covered the day's action.
AgriTalk: How Devastating Would a Foot and Mouth Outbreak Really Be
Jun 26, 2018 by AgriTalk
Host Chip Flory brings in Maria Zieba and Dustin Baker from the NPPC to talk trade and vaccines, Pam Johnson and Mike Dwyer to talk ethanol trade with Brazil, and Steve Nicholson for the bottom line on all the issues.
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In what could be seen as a "comeback" year for the Portland Thorns, the 2013 NWSL Champions earned their best regular season record in club history of 12-3-5 (win-loss-draw). On paper, the 2016 Thorns looked to be the deadliest roster in the league - in part thanks to new head coach Mark Parsons, who previously coached the Washington Spirit for two and a half seasons. With the likes of former Paris Saint German attacker Lindsey Horan, Icelandic star Dagny Brynjarsdottir and former Sky Blue FC striker Nadia Nadim joining the club, the Thorns quickly became likely contenders for the 2016 NWSL Championship after missing out on playoffs last season - a first for the club.
Thorns on fire in 2016
Opening their season at home, the Thorns came out victorious in a 2-1 win over expansion team Orlando Pride and former Thorns forward Alex Morgan. Portland's goals that night came from their newbies Horan and Brynjarsdottir, and from there the Thorns took the season by storm. The club would continue on to a 12 game unbeaten streak with seven wins and five draws - tying teams such as back-to-back champions FC Kansas City and long-time rivals Seattle Reign FC.
This unbeaten streak would take Portland to the top of the table in early July. Just as Olympic players were heading out to join their national teams, the Portland Thorns would experience the end of their glorious 12-game unbeaten streak. On July 9 at Providence Park, two time champions FC Kansas City delivered Portland's first loss of 2016. As timing may have it, Portland would travel the following weekend to Texas, falling 3-0 to a Houston Dash team that needed that win more than anything. Just before the league-wide Olympic break, Portland made a huge comeback at home, defeating the Reign 1-0 in front of almost 20,000 fans.
Portland's next meeting against Seattle wouldn't turn out as great, falling 3-1 on the road when the league resumed play post-Olympics. The Thorns bounced back a week later, thumping the last place Boston Breakers 5-1, scoring the most goals in a game for the club all season. Denmark forward Nadia Nadim earned herself a hat trick during the match, and the club would be alive and back to pushing for a playoff berth. They did exactly that just a week later when they shutout Houston 3-0 at home. The Thorns went on to win their last two matches of the season, solidifying second place on the table to give them a home play-off match as well as clinching the 2016 NWSL Shield in their final match of regular season against Sky Blue FC.
The Thorns would host fourth place Western New York Flash in front of over 20,000 fans for their semi-final match. In what would be a high scoring and exciting game, Portland would fall 4-3 to former Thorns head coach Paul Riley's dark horse team.
Biggest win
In a big year for the Thorns, who only suffered three losses in regular season, plenty of games could be considered for the team's biggest win. Narrowing it down, Portland's biggest win has to come from their 4-1 victory over the Washington Spirit, a team who ended up taking first place at the end of regular season and made it all the way to the NWSL Championship in October. With this win on May 21st, the Thorns ended the Spirit's undefeated streak and went on to be the last remaining club to lose a game - and would keep that title until early July.
Biggest defeat
Without a doubt, Portland's biggest defeat occurred on July 9th when they lost 2-1 to FC Kansas City at home in front of 17,000. This loss marked the end of Portland's 12-game unbeaten streak. Without their internationals, Portland was unable to come away with the result due to new players finding their way into the 18 and just lack of experience playing together; it showed their vulnerability without their big stars. Despite their best attempts, the Thorns would continue to struggle in the next few games following this while their international players competed in the Olympics.
Player MVP(s)
On a roster this stacked, it's difficult to decide on just one MVP for the Thorns. Tobin Heath certainly came up big for Portland this season. She was unstoppable, leading the league with 10 assists for the year, a full three assists ahead of the next player in the league. A true, creative midfielder, having Heath on the field and on the ball made all the difference.
Another player that really helped Portland get far this season is goalkeeper Michelle Betos. Despite having to compete with fellow keeper Adrianna Franch, Betos capitalized every chance she could when she was in goal. She truly stepped, keeping her team in every match with incredible saves that could arguably make her next level. She collected four clean sheets this season with a total of 50 saves by the end of the season.
Lastly, somewhat of an unsung hero for the Portland defense, Emily Menges played a big part in her team's success this season. The 24-year-old Georgetown alum played and started in all 20 matches this season. She also played in every single minute of every match, giving her a grand total of 1,800 minutes logged. In a season where veteran defender Kat Williamson suffered injury, Menges filled her spot, pairing with national team regular Emily Sonnett in the back to keep Portland's backline organized. The defender has grown a lot in the past season alone, and it'll be interesting to see how she continues to develop in the future.
Player with an off-year
When a team's as successful and stacked as Portland, it's hard to pick out a player who had an "off-year." Even with all her talent, this one has to go to Canadian international and Thorns captain Christine Sinclair. In a year where she was fighting off minor injuries and called upon by her country to represent them at the 2016 Olympics, the Thorns couldn't rely on the forward as much as they previously have. When she was on the field she was able to make an impact, but she wasn't seen as productive as she's been before for her club. Hopefully with no major tournaments next year, Sinclair will be able to stay healthy and make a bigger impact that she's known for in the NWSL.
Improvements for 2017
With the end of 2016 came a big retirement announcement from veteran Kat Williamson. Williamson, who suffered an injury at the beginning of the season, was unable to find her way back to the starting XI once recovered. This only secures Menges at center back with Sonnett, a pairing that has been mastered over the course of the season. Going forward, Portland's roster is practically perfect for the club, and they can only strengthen it by adding more versatile and threatening players for next season, as well as having their whole roster healthy and back on the field.


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TEL AVIV – Arab media outlets reported that Israel attacked a number of Hezbollah targets along the Lebanon-Syria border on Sunday night; reports that the Iran-backed terror group said had no foundation.
According to Al Arabiya, the strikes took place in the Beqaa valley near the town of Baalbek in east Lebanon by the Syrian border. Lebanese media outlet Al-Jadeed reported that residents heard the sounds of sonic booms in the area caused by Israeli jets.
The IAF has not confirmed the reports.
The Iran-backed Hezbollah terrorist group denied the reports. The Hezbollah-affiliated Al Mayadeen newspaper quoted a spokesman for the terror group saying that neither Hezbollah nor Syrian forces were attacked by Israel.
The news comes a few days after the IDF admitted that it bombed a nuclear reactor in Syria in 2007.


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Modern and Contemporary Art Sales Abound at Second Edition of TEFAF New York Spring
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The second edition of TEFAF New York Spring opened on Friday, May 4, 2018 at the historic Park Avenue Armory, following a packed preview day on Thursday, May 3. In the first two days, the Fair saw the attendance of major collectors and international institutions, resulting in significant sales across the Fair. The opening coincided with the launch of the TEFAF Art Market Report: Art Dealer Finance written by Anders Petterson of ArtTactic. Focused on art dealer finance, the report is the first survey of its kind, and the second edition of TEFAF's new in-depth reports that concentrate on a variety of subjects in the art market.
New to TEFAF New York this year is the installation of five monumental works in the public spaces of the Armory's Drill Hall, utilizing the building's unique architectural elements. These are Anselm Kiefer's (b. 1945) Merkaba (Nr. AKl-1063) (2004) from Beck & Eggeling (Germany; stand 2), acquired directly from the artist's studio through Galerie Thaddeus Ropac; Robert Rauschenberg's (1925 – 2008) Shuttle Buttle/ROCI USA (Wax Fire Works) (1990), and John Chamberlain's (1927 – 2011) Karankawas Falls (2003) from Edward Tyler Nahem FineArt (USA; stand 86); Alexander Calder's (1898 – 1976) Les Trois Barres (1970) from the Alexander Calder Foundation from Van deWeghe (USA; stand 8); and Robert Motherwell's (1915 – 1991) painting Arabesque (1989) from Galerie Gmurzynska (USA; stand 18), an homage to The Dance by Henri Matisse (1869 – 1954) at the Barnes Foundation, Philadelphia.
Among the works that sold within hours of the Fair's opening are:
- Philip Guston's (1913 – 1980) painting Forms on Rock Ledge (1979), sold by Hauser & Wirth (UK, USA, Hong Kong; stand 25) immediately upon the Fair's opening for $5.5 million.
- Jean-Michel Basquiat's (1960 – 1988) Extra Cigarette (1982), sold by newcomer Lévy Gorvy(USA, UK; stand 24), for approximately $5 million. The gallery also sold Andy Warhol's (1928 – 1987) Brillo Soap Pads Box (1964/1969) for around $1 million; Günther Uecker's (b. 1930) Diagonale/Vertikale Struktur (Diagonal/Vertical Structure) (1965) in the range of $1.3 million; and Yayoi Kusama's (b. 1929) Untitled (1953) for just under $1 million—all fresh to market, placed with established American and European collections, and prime examples of each artist's oeuvre.
- Two works by Josef Albers (1888 – 1976), were sold by David Zwirner (USA, UK, Hong Kong; stand 67); one for $1,750,000 and a second for $750,000.
- A ceiling lamp (1925) designed by Danish architect Aage Rafn (1890 – 1953), sold by Modernity(Sweden; stand 28).
- A copper urn (ca. 1902) by American architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright (1867 – 1959); a Vautheret side table (ca. 1925) by French designer Emile-Jacques Ruhlmann (1879 – 1933); andJudy Kensley McKie's (b. 1944) bronze Owl Vessel (2002), all sold by DeLorenzo Gallery (USA; stand 31).
- French graphic artist Georges Hugnet's (1906 – 1974) collage La septième face du dé (1936) was sold by Galerie 1900 – 2000 (France; stand 30).
- New York-based artist Joe Bradley's (b. 1975) Blonde (2011), sold by Thomas Gibson Fine Art Ltd (UK; stand 85).
TEFAF New York Spring is accompanied by a dynamic roster of programs, including TEFAF New York's signature "Coffee Talks" series, panel discussions, receptions, and more. On opening day, panelists from the Asia Society, National Museum of African Art, Smithsonian Institution, Leon Tovar of Leon Tovar Gallery, and more came together with moderator Marc Pachter, Director Emeritus, National Portrait Gallery, Smithsonian Institution to discuss Art, Nationality and Global Modernism: Challenging a Well-Known Narrative. Later in the day, in a new series "TEFAF Afternoons", Daniel Weiss, President, Metropolitan Museum of Art; Tom Loughman, Director, Wadsworth Atheneum; Kaywin Feldman, Director, Minneapolis Institute of Art; and Salvador Salort-Pons, Director, Detroit Institute of Art tackled Museums and the Community: When, Whether, And How Much to Charge? in a discussion moderated by Thomas Marks, Executive Editor, Apollo Magazine. For the full list of programming, visit www.tefaf.com/culture.
Notable attendees to the Fair have included collectors and philanthropists Ronald, Jo Carole, Aerin and Jane Lauder; art collector Patrizia Sandretto Re Rebaudengo; architect Peter Marino; fashion designer Tabitha Simmons; actresses Mary-Kate and Ashley Olsen; actress Sienna Miller; From the museum community, representatives have included Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation, Lisbon, Cleveland Museum of Art, Detroit Institute of Arts, Georg Kolbe Museum, Berlin, Getty, Guggenheim Museum, LACMA, Metropolitan Museum of Art, Minneapolis Institute of Arts, Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, Museum of Modern Art, National Gallery of Art, Washington, National Museum of Africa Art, Smithsonian Institution, NeueGallery, Rijskmuseum, Amsterdam, Wadsworth Atheneum, and Whitney Museum of American Art.
TEFAF New York Spring opening celebrations on Thursday, May 3 also included The Society of Memorial Sloan Kettering's third annual Opening Night Benefit, the proceeds of which will support The Society's patient care, research, and education programs at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, as well as the acclaimed cultural programs produced by the Park Avenue Armory.
This year's Fair, which runs through Tuesday, May 8, features 90 of the world's preeminent dealers in modern and contemporary art and design, with 24 new participants, including Gagosian, Gladstone Gallery, Marian Goodman Gallery, Lévy Gorvy, Matthew Marks Gallery, Mnuchin Gallery, Taffin, and more. Sales were reported throughout the preview and opening day, from the opening moments until the floor closed at 8pm.


text: At the Margins Why my post on health care costs made one member very angry 12:00 AM on January 14, 2014 Email Save LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Health care costs are a hot-button issue. But I have to admit I was still surprised at the furious email I got recently from one Advisory Board member who read my blog post on the difference between 'cost' and 'cost.' What did I do wrong? Too imprecise about accounting terms It wasn't a disagreement about politics, or a dust-up over who's responsible for bending the health care curve. My sin was imprecision. The member, a financial analyst at a community hospital, took me to task for not clearly delineating the difference between fixed and variable costs, on one hand, and direct and indirect costs on the other. What I originally wrote was: First of all, there are "hospital input costs," by which I mean, "the costs that a hospital incurs to provide care." This includes the "variable costs" of everything it takes to treat an individual patient: the salaries of nurses and techs, as well as costs of supplies and drugs. It also includes the "fixed costs" of keeping the hospital in operation, such as electricity, major pieces of equipment, and even the land and buildings. CMS and other insurers sometimes track "direct" and "indirect" hospital input costs, which are almost, but not exactly, the same as fixed and variable costs. As my correspondent pointed out, direct costs and variable costs are not the same thing in the world of cost accounting; in fact, a cost can be direct but not be variable. The classic health care example of this is the salary of a hospital nursing supervisor, whose work is directly attributable to patient care, and therefore "direct," but does not vary directly based on the number of patients in the hospital—and thus is "fixed." Getting more specific about direct vs. variable costs So I tried to clarify the original post as much as I could, adding a sentence that says: "Direct costs" are those costs directly associated with patient care, while "indirect costs" are other costs. (Inelegant, perhaps, but I didn't want to further confuse what was already a complicated post about five different other types of costs.) But this whole episode got me thinking: why do these accounting distinctions really matter? Especially for people in health care who may not know (or care) about the difference between a balance sheet and an income statement? The more I thought about it, though, the more I wondered whether cost accounting could be one of the keys to population health management success. Why? Because effective population health management will inevitably result in the elimination of certain health care services consumed today: better prevention will obviate the need for health care, better management will result in the substitution of less intensive procedures, and better practice will result in more compliance with clinical guidelines and therefore, in many cases, fewer diagnostics or procedures. (If you want evidence, just check out the sometimes amazing levels of variation our Crimson research teams found when they mined inpatient imaging utilization data from across the cohort of participating hospitals.) Why accounting matters to care transformation From the perspective of the insurer (or the accountable care organization) the financial impact of eliminating ten $1,000 MRI scans is equivalent to eliminating one $10,000 knee replacement: $10,000 in costs not incurred. But from the perspective of the health care provider, the impact is not at all the same. The MRI story: The real variable cost associated with providing an MRI procedure is the cost of the radiology technician's time, the cost of the contrast agent (if any), and the cost of the radiologist's time for reading and interpreting the MRI exam. In sum, those costs might total $200 per exam, a small fraction of the price. This is because the lion's share of the cost associated with MRI exams is fixed: health providers need to defray the million-dollar cost of an MRI scanner, so they spread the scanners' cost over many thousands of exams. Still, because most of the MRI costs are fixed, eliminating one hypothetical MRI exam would result in $1,000 less revenue for the provider, but reduce only $200 of the provider's costs. The net impact for the provider would be $800 less per exam, or $8,000 for ten exams. The knee replacement story: For MRIs, technology accounts for a great deal of the procedure cost, but in the case of knee replacement it is the cost of the implant—say, $5,000 of the $10,000 total. That implant cost is a variable cost; the hospital only incurs it if the patient actually has the knee replacement procedure. And the other costs associated with the procedure—nursing care, drugs, supplies, and so forth—are largely variable as well. What that means is that variable costs might account for as much as $8,000 of our hypothetical $10,000 knee replacement procedure. And so if one of those procedures is averted, the negative impact on the health care provider is only the $2,000 difference, which would have otherwise gone to pay for fixed costs and profit on the procedure. In other words, eliminating the MRI scans would have a much bigger negative impact on health care provider finances than eliminating the knee replacement procedure. But you would only know that if you were careful about tracking the different types of costs associated with each procedure. And that's a discipline that not every health care provider has—let alone the ability to pull up and analyze the data correctly in their information systems. The moral? For success in the value-based health care market, maybe all of us (and our information systems too) need to take a refresher course in cost accounting. Gain Visibility into Costs Across the Care Continuum The Episodic Cost Profiler outlines average Medicare spending by condition and site of service 30, 60, and 90 days after admission—so you gain visibility into the distribution of costs within and beyond hospital walls. USE THE TOOL Posted In Accounting, Finance, Cost Management, Margin Performance PREVIOUS POST Forget laissez-faire: The supply chain needs executive support NEXT POST POS collections are up—but is it enough?


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- Science Fiction of the 50's (Anthology)
- Martin Greenberg
- John D. MacDonald
- Katherine MacLean
- Kris Neville
- Fredric Brown
- Mack Reynolds
- Mark Clifton
- Jack Vance
- William Tenn
- Fritz Leiber
- Theodore Sturgeon
- Robert Abernathy
- Alfred Bester
- Margaret St. Clair
- Robert Sheckley
- Algis Budrys
- James Blish
- Damon Knight
- Cyril M. Kornbluth
- A. Bertram Chandler
- Poul Anderson
- Chan Davis
- Joseph Olander
- Frederik Pohl
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- The works of several masters of the genre are brought together here in a diversified and dynamic collection of classic stories that not only raise science fiction to new standards of style and character, but also offer brilliant insights into a decade of optimism and disillusionment.
The Fifties were a decade of fear and promise, of witch hunts and phenomenal technological growth. Turning both a piercing critical eye and an entertaining sense of humor and hope toward those years, these stories tell of the fantastic dreams of yesterday and offer prophetic visions of tomorrow.
Preface by Frederik Pohl
Introduction by Martin H. Greenberg and Joseph Olander
Spectator Sport by John D. MacDonald
Feedback by Katherine MacLean
Bettyann by Kris Neville
Dark Interlude by Fredric Brown and Mack Reynolds
What Have I Done? by Mark Clifton
DP! by Jack Vance
The Liberation of Earth by William Tenn
A Bad Day for Sales by Fritz Leiber
Saucer of Loneliness by Theodore Sturgeon
Heirs Apparent by Robert Abernathy
5,271,009 by Alfred Bester
Short in the Chest by Margaret St. Clair
The Academy by Robert Sheckley
Nobody Bothers Gus by Algis Budrys
Happy Birthday, Dear Jesus by Frederik Pohl
A Work of Art by James Blish
The Country of the Kind by Damon Knight
The Education of Tigress McCardle by C.M. Kornbluth
The Cage by A. Bertram Chandler
The Last of the Deliverers by Poul Anderson
Adrift on the Policy Level by Chan Davis


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The museum was opened in October 24, 1994. This museum has large, impressive collection of antique carpets, carpet articles/chuval, khurjuns, torba etc. / as well as the World largest handmade carpet registered in the Guinness Book of Records. The art of carpet making goes back into antiquity. It has not been established yet what came first - painted ceramics or carpets. During archeological excavations at Namazga-Depe/ 3d millenium BC/ painted ceramics were found. Some designs of this ceramics are very similar to the carpet symbols. In the 12c the Italian traveler Marco Polo found the Turkmen carpets as the most beautiful and thinnest in the world. In the 14th century two Italian Renaissance painters, Lippo Mernmo and Nicolo Buonarocso depicted the Turkmen carpets at their paintings. It is very interesting that German, Flemish and Italian painters were familiar with Turkmen carpets. The visitors could visit a small carpet work shop.
The museum is open daily, except Sundays, from 9 AM till 6 PM; Saturdays from 9am till 1pm.


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Sherlock stars Benedict Cumberbatch and Martin Freeman invited to join the Oscars elite
Actors among a host of British talent invited to join the Oscars academy including Daniel Radcliffe, Tom Hardy, Felicity Jones and Rosamund Pike
He may have missed out on an Oscar this year but at least Benedict Cumberbatch can console himself with the knowledge that he will be able to have a say in who wins at the next ceremony.
The Sherlock star has just been invited to join The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, which decides who wins a coveted golden statuette each year.
Also invited is Martin Freeman, who plays Sherlock's sidekick John Watson on the hit BBC1 show, alongside a host of other British talent.
The list also includes Eddie Redmayne, who pipped Cumberbatch to the best actor Oscar prize for his performance in The Theory of Everything.
Other British invitees include David Oyelowo who gets the nod despite missing out on an Oscar nomination this year for his role as civil rights activist Martin Luther Kind in the film Selma.
Joining him are fellow Britons Tom Hardy, Felicity Jones, Rosamund Pike, Gugu Mbatha-Raw and Harry Potter star Daniel Radcliffe.
The directors Edgar Wright (The World's End) and Joe Wright (Anna Karenina) have also been asked among a record 322 invitations to new members to join the organisation. This represents a marked increase on the 271 members invited last year.
They join the elite members club of just under 7,000 film luminaries who decide who wins an Oscar by means of a secret ballot which is started every December – the start of the so-called "Oscars season".
Oscar nominations and wins don't guarantee an invite to join the Academy, but they automatically make the nominees eligible for consideration.
"It's very gratifying to see the big increase in gender and people of colour, in age and national origin. It's a testament to the extraordinary breadth of talent in our industry," said Academy president Boone Isaacs in a statement.
"Our goal is to recognise filmmaking and talent no matter where you live."


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Science-y Christmas Gift Guide
Ho-ho-ho, Merry Chri… Ok, I have to be honest, it's summer in the Southern Hemisphere, which means I'm not feeling particularly festive. This will be my second NZ Christmas, and I've had an excellent first year of living here, but I'm still struggling to get my head around the warm, BBQ-filled, antipodean version of the festive season. So, to help me out, I thought I'd compile a list of THIRTY cool science-y things that you might like to put under the tree in time for Christmas morn'. This list is a bit… eclectic – it contains everything from books and toys, to clothes and home décor. But hopefully it'll provide some inspiration for you, my lovely readers.
I've separated my suggestions into three broad categories – Kids, Teens / Adults (each grouped by price) and Other. The first two should be pretty self-explanatory, and 'Other' pretty much covers stuff for the home, and some smaller gifts that might work well as a token for someone you don't know all that well, or as Secret Santa gifts. Obviously I haven't divided these by gender (because how often are genitals really relevant in gift-buying?) but there's definitely a bit of a #WomeninSTEM lean to my suggestions, for which I won't be apologising.
Where possible, I've provided a UK/EU link and a US link for each item, but do look around for the best price, and if possible, please try and find them in your local town or city. Also, just to be absolutely clear, these are just things that I think are great – I'm not being paid to write about these products, and I'm not using affiliate links. I'm a science writer, guys. There are no brands begging me to work with them, and I'm not a savvy enough blogger to navigate the micropayment landscape. The only bias at work here is my own questionable taste. So, please feel free to judge it harshly 🙂
Do you have any other suggestions for must-have science-y gifts? If so, please comment below, or tweet me @laurie_winkless
*** Under £20 ***
1. Moluk Plui Rain Cloud Bath Toy (£9)
This got a special mention at the Science Toy Awards 2016 (for which I was on the panel of judges). Since then, I've bought this awesome bath toy for at least five sets of parents, and it's been a success every single time. For tiny kids, it's just a fun way to splash around in the bath, but once they get a bit older, this ingenious little toy could be used to start a conversation about gravity and air pressure. It can also be taken apart, so is super-easy to clean.
US: https://www.amazon.com/Moluk-Plui-Rain-Cloud-Tub/dp/B00IS5DJ5M
UK: https://www.toyella.com/toys/moluk/plui-rain-cloud
2. Slugs & Snails tights (£14.50 a pair)
While not officially science-y, these cosy, high-quality, unisex tights (made by an Irish company) have loads of cool patterns that any science fan would appreciate – here are a few of my favourites. Oh and a few of the patterns are available in adult sizes too!
IRE: http://www.slugsandsnails.ie/product-category/kids-tights/
NZ: https://www.hooplakids.nz/collections/slugs-and-snails
3. Detective Dot (18.99)
Did you ever want to be a spy when you were a kid? I know I did, and I really wish Detective Dot had been around then. Suitable for kids aged 7+, this pack features a book about a coder and detective called Dot, membership of the Children's Intelligence Agency (CIA), stickers, and series of missions for new CIA members to complete.
4. Women of NASA Lego (£19.99)
I've put this in the kid's section, but don't be fooled – it would be VERY SUITABLE for any space-loving teen or adult too (Case in point: I've already bought two). Within 24 hours of launching, this set reached #1 spot on Amazon's Bestselling Toys list. #WomeninSTEM rule!
*** Under £50 ***
5. Discovery Channel 360 Degree Super HD Microscope (£47.99)
This is a finalist in this year's Science Toy Award, and it impressed the judges hugely. It includes 60/120/200X magnification lenses, filters, LEDs and an adapter for using a smartphone, and the quality is fantastic too. If the child in your life enjoys exploration or nature, this is the gift for them.
6. The Rebel Girls Gift Box (£49.50)
Despite not being a fan of the name (If we want every young girl to feel that any one of them could be the next Margaret Hamilton or Serena Williams, calling them 'rebels' seems a bit weird), I wholeheartedly endorse the Goodnight Stories for Rebel Girls series. I've bought Book #1 for myself and for lots of friends, and Book #2 is on its way now too. The illustrations are stunning, and the stories well-written. It's a must for anyone who wants to inspire the next generation. I particularly love this gift set, which comes in at just under £50
7. Magformers (£25 – 110)
My soon-to-be-sister-in-law discovered these via her local Toy Library, and ever since, she's gradually been adding to her family's collection. In simple terms, Magformers is a magnetic building kit, but in reality, its way more fun than that. The pieces are tactile, robust and brightly-coloured, and they allow children to explore magnetism and construction.
8. Periodic Table Blocks (£25)
Perfect for the tiny future-chemist in your life, these blocks are incredibly tactile, and fantastic quality. Most children LOVE blocks, so why not sneak in some science while they're at it?
*** Loadsa money ***
9. Musical Tesla Coil (£175)
Are you perplexed by alternating current? Fascinated by Tesla? Or do you just like discharge sparks? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, you're gonna need to get your hands on this beauty. Set-up-wise, it's pretty straightforward – you really just need a soldering iron and some basic tools. And it's a great way to learn about electricity… But if you're buying this for a child (as an adult I'd love one too), please don't hand it to them and walk away – supervision is definitely required!
10. Lego Mindstorms robot (£299.99)
This is basically Lego-powered-by-Labview. With this kit, your (ridiculously lucky) child could build and program robots that walk, slither like a snake, or shoot tiny plastic cannons. Instructions for one robot are included in the box, but there are at least four others available to download (for free, obviously) from the related website. There are LOADS of helpful 'Internet Randoms' who've used the kit to build even cooler systems too, so there's plenty of support, even if you're not a confident coder. Also suitable for adults.
*** Under £20 ***
1. Retroviral mugs (£9.99 each)
These gorgeous fine bone china mugs have a secret – each one represents a well-known virus. Some of my lovely friends bought two of them (HIV and Herpes) a few years ago, and I've pretty much used them every day since. I LOVE them, and I expect someone in your life will too. I recently treated myself to the third one of the set (Rabies), and a little birdie tells me there are some new designs in the works too… keep an eye on the shop!
2. Inferior (12.99)
This is a book that anyone involved in science (in any context) should read. It's brilliant and will totally change your view on research and gender. And Angels also happens to be ace.
UK: https://www.harpercollins.co.uk/9780008172022/inferior
US: http://a.co/8PUSnAH
3. The truth about working in science (£10 – 30)
A great pressie for an academic's office, this poster by TwistedDoodles summarises the realities of doing science. Also available in other formats (e.g. cushion covers, tote bags). Expect knowing chuckles from the recipient 🙂
4. Science and the City (£8.99)
Ok, TECHICALLY, I will receive money if you buy this particular item, but hey, a woman's gotta eat. This is the paperback edition of my book, and it takes readers on a whistle-stop tour of the great cities of the world, to unveil their scientific secrets. Some people have said very lovely things about it – and I didn't even have to bribe them!
UK: https://www.bloomsbury.com/uk/science-and-the-city-9781472913234/
US: https://www.amazon.com/Science-City-Mechanics-Behind-Metropolis/dp/147291323X/ref=mt_paperback?_encoding=UTF8&me=
*** Under £50 ***
5. Mechanical Clock Kit (£50)
I don't own this (yet), but I REALLY want it. Functional and stylish, is a mechanical engineering-fan's dream come true. Tool's-wise the recipient would need to supply wood glue, sand paper, a razor saw and counterweight material. But what a cool project!
6. Moon Phases Shirt (£38)
For those of you who prefer your science apparel subtle, may I suggest this lunar shirt? Or maybe this maths one? 100% cotton, and smart enough for any meeting.
Moon: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/kkkl/
Maths: http://www.thinkgeek.com/product/kkkn/
7. Raspberry Pi (starts at £29.99)
This is an ultra-low-cost computer – the size of a credit card – that you can plug into your TV. It offers lots of the functionality you'd expect – internet browsing, word processing, game-playing etc., but at a tiny cost. It's also a great way to learn programming. (PS: You'll need a basic computer keyboard too)
(The starter kit, with lots of extra accessories, is £99: http://uk.rs-online.com/web/p/processor-microcontroller-development-kits/8968119/)
*** Loadsa money ***
8. Atom necklace (£129)
This weirdly-named company (Science Jewelry 1824) has loads of fantastic stock, but I've had my eye on this one for ages – I might even ask for it for Christmas 2017. Sterling silver and super-stylish, it would be perfect for any occasion.
9. Lego Saturn V (£109.99)
We're waiting for ours as I type, and having just assembled my Lego NASA Women set (see above), I'm in a very space-y mood. Fingers crossed it comes soon. Things to note: when assembled, it measures > 1 m tall; it has 1969 pieces (yes, really), and it can be displayed horizontally or vertically. Oh and it's THE SATURN V ROCKET, PEOPLE, what are you waiting for!?
10. 3D printer (£336)
There are SO MANY 'domestic' 3D printers on the market – price-wise, this sits somewhere in the middle of the range, and has had some fantastic reviews. That doesn't mean it will be the perfect one for you though, so please do your research before you commit to buying a printer. And have a look around at the many friendly online forums for advice and inspiration for your projects.
1. Brain coasters (£26.99)
This pack of 10 glass coasters look great individually, but it's really when they're stacked that you can appreciate the full effect. They show a human brain slice-by-slice, but in an entirely non-gory way. Richard bought these for me as a random gift a while back, and I'm a big fan 🙂
2. Dinosaur baubles (£7 each)
Designosaur is an awesome company based in Brighton, UK. I've been a fan / customer for years, and I also commissioned them to make me a very special necklace for the launch of SATC, so I guess I have a teeny bit of bias. Regardless, they do great jewellery, so you should check them out. They also do a series of ROARballs – dinosaur-themes baubles for your Christmas tree. A great gift for anyone who likes their festive season to be a bit…prehistoric!
3. On a Beam of Light (£10.89)
This is officially a kid's book, but I defy any science-loving adult not to fall in love with it too. The art style is so wonderful, and it tells the story of a boy (Einstein) who dreamed of travelling faster than anyone ever. Also perfect for bedtimes.
4. YArN periodic table element necklaces (£16)
Have a knitting-loving scientist in your life? Send them to Yarnistry. They sell stitch markers, crochet hook sizers, and blockers. They also sell these fricken awesome YArN necklaces for a tiny price.
5. 50 year calendar keyring (£5)
Smartphone calendars are great and all, but how long would it take for you to discover what day of the week 3rd December 2048 will be? This keyring has the answer, and it presents it in the form of an attractive brass disk. I bought this for myself in the Maritime Museum in Greenwich, but it's widely available online.
6. HardResols jewellery and accessories (£12 – 65)
This shop sells amazing accessories made from old circuit boards. My sister bought me a fantastic Star Wars Rebel symbol necklace from them last year, and I've since bought a couple of things as gifts for other people – I am consistently impressed. I've just spotted that they're now making clocks too, and they look GREAT. Rather than linking to everything they sell, here's the homepage – go crazy!
7. Women in Science: 50 Fearless Pioneers Who Changed the World (£9.99)
Fun fact: I came oh-so-close to having Rachel Ignotofsky design my book cover for SATC, but it was not to be. It was just before her own book (rightly) hit the NYT Bestsellers List, so I expect her fees have gone up a bit since 🙂 Anyway, I love this book, and think it's a wonderful gift for anyone, really. Beautiful enough to be a coffee table book, and informative enough to house surprises for even the biggest science fan, it's a winner!
US: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1607749769?tag=randohouseinc12532-20
UK: https://www.waterstones.com/book/women-in-science/rachel-ignotofsky/9781526360519
8. Periodic Table of the Elements scarf (£25)
What kind of a science-themed Christmas gift list would this be unless it included not one, but TWO periodic table-based products? This second one is a rather lovely scarf made from cosy jersey. Perfect to scientifically snuggle on cold walks.
9. Space Capsule Tea Infuser (£8)
This gift combines two of my favourite things – tea and lunar exploration. Great for a fan of loose-leaf teas, and a fun talking point in the staff room. Bargainous too!
10. Ammonite cushion (£20.95)
And finally, do you have a fossil lover in your life? If so, this beautiful knitted cushion might be the perfect gift for her/him. Also available in other colours.
Aaaannnnnd, that's all 30!


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Pakistan's Prime Minister Yusuf Raza Gilani sought international help on Saturday after weeks of monsoon rains killed 141 people and displaced more than 4 million in southern Sindh province.
Flash floods have caused widespread damage in 21 districts and destroyed crops over 1.7 million acres of land in Sindh, where hundreds of thousands of people are still suffering from the last year's devastating floods.
"The destruction caused by the recent rains is much more than the initial estimates, and the support of the international community is imperative to overcome the losses," Gilani said in a televised address to the nation.
He expressed the hope that the international community would respond to an appeal President Asif Ali Zardari made through the United Nations to help the affected people.
Gilani also appealed to Pakistan's people to support the government's efforts in the affected areas which, he said, have received 142 percent above normal rains, resulting in heavy losses.
Pakistan is still haunted by memories of the 2010 floods which killed about 2,000 people and made 11 million homeless in one of the South Asian country's worst natural disasters.
One-fifth of Pakistan was then submerged in water -- an area the size of Italy -- and the government, which was widely accused of reacting too slowly, faced $10 billion in damages to infrastructure, irrigation systems, bridges, houses and roads.
More than a year later, over 800,000 families remain without permanent shelter, according to aid group Oxfam, and more than a million people need food assistance, mostly in Sindh.
The recent rains in Sindh are estimated to have destroyed up to 13 percent of the total cotton crop, government and textile industry officials said on Friday.
Agriculture is the mainstay of Pakistan's fragile economy and cotton and textiles account for more than 50 percent of the country's total exports.
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Excellent trip – Lovely area, well selected vineyards and Aude was an excellent guide. Highly recommended and one if the highlights of our trip.
Gems of Alsace Private Tour From Colmar
The Best Way to See Fantastic Alsace in a Day
Visit the magical village of Riquewihr
Participate in a guided wine tasting tour
English-speaking, hand-picked, local expert guides
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Trip Details
590€ per group (2-8 people)
Every day, upon request
April 1 to October 31 2020
8 hours
Trip style:
Private tour
Minimum 2 people, maximum 8
If your group is larger than 8, please get in touch with us.
Meeting point:
Pick up from your hotel in Colmar or in a 30 km range around the city or cruise ship in Breisach
- Visit Turkheim village – other villages possible
- Wine tasting in a typical winstub (tasting fees not included)
- Visit to Riquewihr
- Follow the Alsace Wine Route
- Visit to Haut Koenigsbourg castle
- Professional guide & driver
- Travel in modern, comfortable & fully equipped minivan
- Bottled water in the minivan
- Free WiFi access on board
- Personal insurance and expenses
- Entrance fees to monuments or museums
- Wine tasting fees
- Meals & drinks unless mentioned
- Gratuities for the guide
A Private Full Day Trip From Colmar Exploring the Fairy tale Landscape of Alsace
During this highly recommended small group private day trip from Colmar, charming towns and the most interesting landmarks of Alsace will be on your program. Depart from the small town of Colmar with your tour guide and discover the beautiful village of Turckheim. The village is a perfect starting point for a tour as it is a traditional Alsatian village with fewer tourists.
Throughout the centre of Turckheim there are plenty of traditional Alsace style houses to admire, overflowing with flowers, and a few specific buildings of interest: mostly dating from the 16th and 17th century. These include the town hall, the hospital and the guard house. The most notable features are the fortifications and the three original gateways that surround the old town. While these defenses are common in some parts of France they are very unusual in the Alsace region. Enjoy a walking tour of the village with your guide. Other villages that might be of interest include the villages of Eguisheim or Kaysersberg. If these were on your bucket list, then just ask your driver/guide as it since this is a personalized private tour, we are flexible on the program.
Your tour then continues onto the beautiful town of Riquewihr. Surrounded by ramparts, the village has been very fortunate to survive war and destruction. Its tiny cobblestoned streets, fortified walls and old houses have preserved their 16C splendor and have remained virtually intact, making for remarkable architectural harmony. Enjoy free time for personal discovery and lunch (not included).
In the afternoon reach the Breathtaking Alsace 'Wine Route' and Visit a Mighty Castle
Located between the Rhine valley and the Vosges mountain range, the 60 year old wine route winds across the slopes for more than 170 kms. The itinerary leads across rows of undulating, vine covered hills, and through quaint villages with narrow streets and charming flower decked houses clustered around the local church steeple. As you stop in one of these villages, experience a wine tasting session during which you will be introduced to the local wines.
Finally, reach the medieval castle of Haut Koenigsbourg. Here, follow your guide for a tour of this mighty fortress that overlooks the valley. The Haut Koenigsbourg castle was built in 12th century; the Castle occupied a strategic position controlling the wine and wheat routes to the North and the salt route that came from the East. Entrance fee to the castle not included in the price. Chateau du Haut Koenigsbourg visit includes a large number of steps and uneven terrain, you must be in good physical condition to visit this monument. On this full day tour, benefit from the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour. Please note that we also organise this tour as a day trip from Strasbourg, including the visit of Colmar and its famous landmarks such as the Pfister House.
Good to Know
- Tour requires minimum 2 passengers (adults) to operate
- English tour, other languages on request
- Tour involves some walking, comfortable walking shoes are recommended
- Tour is not recommended for persons with reduced mobility
- Tour is not wheelchair accessible
- Price is per minivan (not per person)
- Currency is in Euros
- Our standard cancellation policy applies to this tour – you can read about it here
Great wine tasting trip – A tour through beautiful country with a knowledgeable tour leader to visit wineries. Each winery had a range of tastings and a good discourse on the growing of the grape and the wine produced.
Great experience and a lovely guide – With our very nice guide Daniele, a very well mixed group of members and some amazing wines, this trip was totally worth it.
Don't miss this tour!! – We had a great time on the Alsace wine route tour. Flo was very friendly, warm and entertaining! We all fell in love with the picturesque little villages along the way and of course the wine was spectacular!
Great morning winetasting – We had a great time visiting two wineries in a morning, as well as driving through the Alsace countryside and having some time to explore the small towns. Great guide too.
Wonderful Trip! – Our guide Bridgette and the tour was wonderful and a perfect amount of time (and wine)! We loved seeing little towns and sampling some of Alsace's finest wines! Memories of a lifetime!
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Area Locals – 'He was so much more than a driver. He really added local color and local flavor.' Daniel W. (Georgia, US)
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The buying power of Indians has surely multiplied. What was once considered luxury have all become necessity, like mobile phones, vehicles (be it two wheeler or a car depending on the earning capacity), air condition, television etc. This is a change that has come gradually over the years. But, what is new is buying these online. Not only have Indians gone on a shopping spree, but they are doing it online too. Mind it, there is no harm. But, things can go wrong in online shopping. With a bit of precaution, however, these slips can be easily overcome and eshopping can become both fruitful and a wonderful experience.
Comparison is good
It is a must when you shop online. It ensures that you buy the right item at the right price. So, don't just blindly go to the first website you click and shop away. Compare and contrast various websites and then find the best deals among them. Scout for online coupons and promo codes to save on your purchases. See which website does free shipping or takes the minimum amount.
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Here credit cards are safe
Contrary to belief, credit cards are the safest way to buy online. These days most encryption and validation have made transaction through credit cards safe. The same cannot be said about money order or cheques or even cash.
Big deal(s)
Deals are what makes your shopping experience worth it. Free shipping, promo codes, online coupons, cashback rebates, half-price sale, festival offers, buy-one-get one free etc. are some of the ways by which you can cash in on online shopping. Compare before you shop. Even if all the stores offer the same price and there is one that's giving free shipping, it makes sense to shop from that store.
Maintain transaction records
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July 20–22, 2018
Harbourfront Centre continues to monitor the rapidly changing situation regarding the COVID-19 virus. For the health and safety of all our staff and our volunteers, our patrons, supporters and the community, and in line with the advice and guidelines of Toronto Public Health, we will be closed to the public until further notice. Learn more here.
Sunday, July 22, 2018
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As part of an oceanography course, artist Ellen Gallagher spent a semester studying, collecting, and drawing small wing-footed snails called pteropods. Her time spent drawing these underwater creatures helped inform the work she makes today. In this kids workshop at The Power Plant, we will look at images of underwater creatures, abstract them, and then transform them into mixed-media paintings using canvas, paint and Plasticine.
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I know you're worried about it. We all are. Finally, there's a website that, once and for all, answers the question on everyone's lips, "Do I have swine flu?" Maybe you're not concerned about swine flu. Maybe you're concerned about swine flu's cousin, pig flu. Well, there's also a website that answers the question, "Do […]Read »
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For some, a trip abroad is more than just a desire to go for a swim in the ocean or see strange new tourist traps. For some, traveling is a spiritual event, a chance to revive the body and awaken the spirit. This combination of physical and spiritual activity, as well as the cloistering away […]Read »
Real Life Snakes On A Real Life PlanePosted 4/16/2009 1:38 pm by Ron Hogan
It had to happen sometime. Samuel L. Jackson did his best to warn us about this in 2006, but we didn't listen. He said, loudly and hilariously, that he was quite weary of the presence of elongated legless reptiles in airborne mass transit vehicles, but we didn't listen. What was the result? A Quantas flight […]Read »
Miramax Is Watching You TweetPosted 4/16/2009 5:00 am by Ron Hogan
For those of you out there who might engage in illegal activities by downloading movies, it might be in your best interests not to post your intentions to the whole of the Internet. Movie studios are out there, and they are keeping an eye out for their properties. After posting a message complaining about the […]Read »
A Fir Tree In A Human LungPosted 4/15/2009 9:16 am by Ron Hogan
For two weeks now, I've had a cough and a constant tickle in my throat. I went to the doctor and they told me it was an upper respiratory infection. I got some pills, cough syrup, and a shot. I hope he was right, and that I actually had an infection and not a tree […]Read »
Buy Michael Jackson's Old JunkPosted 4/14/2009 11:26 am by Ron Hogan
I mentioned Michael Jackson earlier today in passing. I needed an excuse to link to something back in PopFi's massive archives and him using his fortune to buy all the Beatles music seemed appropriate given that I was talking about eccentric, wealthy weirdos. I mean any story about rich and weird has to mention Michael […]Read »
The King's Enema Kit And Other Strange Habits Of RoyaltyPosted 4/14/2009 10:42 am by Ron Hogan
The richer and more powerful someone is, the stranger their personal habits become. Look at Michael Jackson. He used his billions of dollars to buy his own amusement park and the career of The Beatles. Just imagine how crazy ol' Wacko Jacko would be if he were above the law, rather than routinely dragged into […]Read »
Harry Kalas, Voice Of The Philadelphia Philles And NFL Films, Passes AwayPosted 4/13/2009 6:54 pm by Ron Hogan
If you've read PopFi for awhile, you know by now I'm a huge fan of voiceover guys. From Don LaFontaine to Vin Scully, I've always admired a guy who can convey so much with only the way he speaks a few words. I've always kind of wanted to go to broadcasting school and get involved […]Read »
Celebrate Dyngus Day The Proper WayPosted 4/13/2009 1:12 pm by Ron Hogan
I'd be remiss if I didn't wish all of PopFi's readers a Happy Dyngus Day! Err, wait… what's Dyngus Day? Apparently, it's the traditional Polish holiday celebrated on Easter Monday in which folks take to the streets for parades, eat sausage, listen to polka, hit one another with pussy willow branches, and sprinkle the opposite […]Read »
Fishing On StiltsPosted 4/13/2009 12:46 pm by Ron Hogan
Spring is coming, slowly but surely. The sun's a little bit brighter, the day's a little bit warmer, and the grass is a little bit greener as, day by day, the earth awakens from its winter slumber. It's a great time of year for outdoor activities like golf or fishing. If you're looking for a […]Read »
Giant Lego Jesus Joins Easter CelebrationPosted 4/13/2009 9:25 am by Ron Hogan
The Onsta Gryta church in Vasteras, Sweden has taken the lyrics of an old folk song by Ed Rush and George Cromarty to heart. Namely, the following snippet: "I don't care if it rains or freezes/'long as I got my plastic Jesus". For Easter Sunday services, the Protestant church did something special, unveiling a 6-foot-tall […]Read »
Easter CutenessPosted 4/12/2009 9:59 am by Ron Hogan
It's Easter, it's early, and I'm still too tired to be awake this early. I need some cute video in my day, and the above video is one of the cutest things I've seen in months. There are lots more videos of Sharky and his chicken friends at texasgirly1979's YouTube home. It's the video equivalent […]Read »
Cadbury Eggs Are Filled With Sugary HeavenPosted 4/10/2009 9:34 am by Ron Hogan
When it comes to candy, I have a lot of things I like a great deal. However, there's only one candy treat that I cannot get enough of, and that is the Cadbury Egg. It is quite possibly the world's most perfect piece of candy, and the availability of those little chocolate eggs every season […]Read »
Reporter Versus The Easter BunnyPosted 4/10/2009 5:00 am by Ron Hogan
You know how your local news organization will always send an investigative reporter and cameraman to harass someone on their way to their car or inside their place of business in pursuit of a story? That's always kind of bothered me. In some ways, I can understand that the reporter is just doing his job, […]Read »
Greasey Thieves Steal GreasePosted 4/09/2009 10:03 am by Ron Hogan
I've always joked with people that as the price of gas goes up and more people convert their cars to alternative fuel sources, like human fat or electricity, that someday someone would break into the dumpster behind the local fast food restaurant to get at all that used grease inside. After all, the grease used […]Read »
European Culture For A Greener AmericaPosted 4/08/2009 1:26 pm by Ron Hogan
They say the grass is always greener on the other side. When it comes to living in Europe, it seems everything has the potential to be greener than the United States. Part of that is due to Europe being significantly smaller and more densely populated than the United States, and some of it is due […]Read »
Nature's Perfect Hangover Cure: BaconPosted 4/07/2009 1:16 pm by Ron Hogan
As it turns out, the obsession with all things bacon is no longer just the domain of the hungry. If you are nursing a massive hangover after a night of too many adult beverages, just slap a little bacon on bread for the ultimate hangover cure! That's right, bacon is both good and good for […]Read »


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Climbing up the walls? Do it with style with our vine pattern Tealight! Our Tealights showcase the same design on all four sides, and are approx. 2.7"square. Made from sustainably-sourced oak remnants, these cute little beasties helps us to reduce waste from production of other LightBox Project items. They are non-powered, but look amazing when paired with a battery-powered tea light or a candle-based tea light of your own. Enjoy amazing shadowcasting features on nearby surfaces! These containers must be placed on a level surface and be under supervision at all times if you choose to use a real candle.
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Coming in our special cloud knitwear yarn makes this jumper machine washable, non bobbling, non itchy, animal friendly and as soft as a cloud.
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- Machine washable at 30 degrees. Wash with similar colours. Warm iron on reverse. Do not tumble dry. Do not bleach.
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Videos of the keynote speeches from the November 2013 QCEA/QPSW – Europe and Economic Justice conference can now be found on QCEA's website and YouTube. The conference focused on the the causes and consequences of the current European economic crisis, the alternatives to austerity and how Quakers can contribute to the building of a just and […]
Quaker Council for European Affairs (QCEA)
Around Europe 352 – August/September 2013
In this issue of Around Europe QCEA Intern Annie Schulz discusses hate speech in European Union Member States. Associate Professor in Risk Management and Community Resilience, and Swedish Quaker Per Becker writes about how national identity and political elites have influenced the involvement in conflicts. Former QCEA Representative Martina Weitsch describes the recent EU guidelines on eligibility for funding of entities registered […]
Around Europe 351 – June/July 2013
In this issue of Around Europe Programme Assistant Imogen Parker discusses the ethics of electronic monitoring in Europe. She writes that while this technological advancement could be used, in specific circumstances, as a viable alternative to imprisonment, this should not be seen as simply a cheap replacement for imprisonment. Quaker Representative Alexandra Bosbeer talks about the underlying value of nature […]
Around Europe 350 – April/May 2013
In this issue of Around Europe Programme Assistant Chris Venables introduces QCEA's work on the militarisation of the European Union. He outlines some of the changes that have taken place over the last 15 years in EU military structures. Programme Assistant Imogen Parker in an article called 'Torture and Terror in Europe' describes the involvement of […]
Around Europe 349 – February/March 2013
In this issue of Around Europe, Programme Assistant Bethany Squire asks how we might define the 'green economy'. She takes us through some prominent definitions, then highlights some ideas of her own. Joint Representative Alexandra Bosbeer discusses the dangers of fracking, a technique used to extract natural gas which could be quite risky. Joint Representative […]
QCEA Presentation at IEEM Spring Conference – Ecosystem Services
On the 20th March 2013, QCEA Representative Alexandra Bosbeer gave a talk to the Institute of Ecology and Environmental Management. The talk highlighted the economic, social and environmental risks of placing a monetary value on natural capital. The slides of the presentation, 'The Costs of Pricing Nature: The Implications of Payment for Ecosystem Services in […]
Around Europe 343 – June 2012
Denmark to Change its Labelling Rules for West Bank Settlement Products; All Change at the Quaker Council for European Affairs; In the Time of your Life, Live, Love and Lobby(!). Click here to download (PDF – 684 KB)
QCEA Annual Report 2011
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QCEA Annual Report 2010
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Eb and Ive Turia Knit - Slate
A soft woven knit with a classic round neck, the Turia Knit will become an essential in your winter collection. With a two-toned colour block and round-edged hemline, this piece will bring simple casual elegance to any outfit.
Composition: 55% Acrylic / 45% Cotton
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Breakfast Biscuit Cups Recipe. Best Bran Muffins {freezer friendly} - Happy Money Saver. Low-Carb Egg Muffins for a Grab-and-Go Breakfast. These egg muffins are made of eggs, veggies, cheese (and optional meat) for a perfect grab-and-go breakfast!
These tasty egg muffins are low-carb, Keto, gluten-free, and South Beach Diet friendly and can easily be Whole 30 or Paleo; use the Recipes-by-Diet-Type Index to find more recipes like this one. Many years ago I came up with the name Egg Muffins for these little little low-carb mini-quiches baked in muffin cups, and I think they're perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast. Strawberry overnight oats {2 ways} - Family Food on the Table. Easy Breakfast Recipe: Homemade Oatmeal Bars.
Cooking is not my forte, and I've come to terms with it.
Unfortunately, my primary goal for 2016 is to focus on my health, so that means improving my non-existent culinary skills. I desperately want to be one of those Betty Crocker-esque domestic goddesses who makes her own jam and meal preps over a month in advance, but I know I realistically need to start with baby steps– ie breakfast. 7 Oatmeal Breakfast Casseroles. .This tasty oatmeal is so easy to make and so satisfying to eat! Mix all of the ingredients before bed and you'll have a delicious breakfast ready and waiting when you wake up.
Blackbirdsugarskull .This tasty oatmeal is so easy to make and so satisfying to eat!
Mix all of the ingredients before bed and you'll have a delicious breakfast ready and waiting when you wake up. food katie Healthy slow cooker pumpkin pie oatmeal is so easy to make. Throw everything in the slow cooker overnight and you'll have breakfast ready when you wake up! Make Ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches // Video - The Suburban Soapbox. Easy make ahead Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches that are ready when you are.
This Egg McMuffin copycat is so simple to whip up and freeze, you'll never make a drive-thru run again. A healthy breakfast option you'll make all year long. So…..I love McDonald's. Freezer Breakfast Sandwiches. Easy, make-ahead freezer-friendly sandwiches, perfect for breakfast-on-the-go!
Ready in just 2 minutes! Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but who really has the time to make breakfast? Error loading player: No playable sources found When I was working a full-time 9-5 office gig, I barely had time to shower before I ran out the door to sit in the usual 1-hr commute. Healthy Chocolate Granola Bars. Healthy Chocolate Granola Bars. Mini Frittata. My son started kindergarten this year.
And here it comes the picky eating adventure because he's never been an easy feeder. When it comes to school lunch, I knew it's going to be a drama. Freezer-to-microwave breakfast burritos. This is it!
Your solution to busy mornings when you don't have time for breakfast: Freezer-to-Microwave Breakfast Burritos. Use this recipe to quickly and easily make 16 burritos for your freezer. Healthy Zucchini Bread - Eat Yourself Skinny. Ohh zucchini bread.
Why must I have such a love affair with you? Seriously making this bread might be one of my favorite things in this world, next to my zucchini noodle addiction of course. Baking with zucchini really is the perfect way to get fresh GREEN veggies into your diet while still enjoying your favorite foods! I mean your kids (er hubby) won't even notice you've added them because zucchini has absolutely no flavor when mixed in with bread and chances are they're going to ask for seconds. Healthy Veggie Egg Muffins - Eat Yourself Skinny.
Mmmm there is literally nothing better than a quick and easy grab-and-go breakfast when you're rushing out the door in the mornings (which seems to be every morning with me *eye roll*) and I am currently in LOVE with making these healthy veggie egg muffins!
So much flavor yet so few ingredients. These also couldn't be any easier to make. Simply saute up some shredded zucchini, garlic, onion and bell pepper and whisk together your eggs with a handful of arugula and a little salt/pepper – now you have yourself some delicious breakfast muffins that will last you a few days! These muffins are high in protein, low in carb and taste amazing with a dollop of salsa! Meal prep is absolutely essential in our household during the week so when I come up with a recipe that we're both able to enjoy, it's quite the accomplishment! How To Keep Berries Fresh in the Refrigerator - Make them Last! Want to know the secret to making your berries last longer?
This is exactly how the Chief MOM of MOMables manages to pack 3-4 days of school lunches without her berries spoiling! Berry season is upon most of us these days, and all of those vibrant, sweet fruits are calling to us from road-side stands, farmer's markets, and grocery stores. While my children may attempt to devour the berries as soon as they are purchased, I try to hold a few back to use in our fresh school lunches and in easy summer desserts.


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Lord Kelvin comments: Tarzan didn't kill the lion. Tarzan bored him to death.
Published 1951
Lord Kelvin comments: Tarzan didn't kill the lion. Tarzan bored him to death.
Published 1951
Jeremy R. Comments: Featuring Graham Nash as David Innes!
Published 1973
Good Show Sir Comments: Is child labour illegal in Australia? Because Deodand Publishing has a 13 year old boy running its Art Department.
Published 2002
Riki Comments: I won't let go til you say "Monkey's Uncle".
Published 1967
It's time for Mars Sexytime Honourable Mentions. And it's a score in more ways than one. Scraping the bottom of the Mars barrel, here are three also-rans that, for various reasons, didn't meet our STRICT AND RIGIDLY ENFORCED GROUND RULES.
Sex Life on the Planet Mars. I can't find much info on whether this is comedy, sci-fi or maybe even a mystery. But I'm not surprised it's written by this guy. Somewhere Capt Kirk is getting a boner.
A Princess of Mars. Further proof of the benefits of novels losing their copyright and entering the public domain. This is an actual by-the-rules science fiction book cover, but it's print-on-demand and I didn't feel like spending a tenner of Tag Wizard's expense account money to buy a copy.
Mars Ho! It's a Kindle ebook cover. I think it's also paperback but, since nobody is in a hurry to send that cover in, this will just have to do.
Good Show Sir Comments: Thanks to Cyndi-with-an-i, me, and Sir Douglas Quintet for sending these in.
Published 1986, 2008, and 2017
It's a Two-fer Tuesday: NEL – ERB – WTF!
Good Show Sir Comments: Synthetic Men Are from Mars, Synthetic Boobs Are from Venus
Published 1972
Thanks to Lulu for sending one in!
Good Show Sir Comments: Always check the credentials of your Botox doctor.
Published 1971
Alice Comments: This worthless flashlight only illuminates ME!
Published 1966
You might remember this from here.
Good Show Sir Comments: Baby got Back … to the Stone Age!
Published 2003
Thanks to Jorge for sending this in!
You might remember this from here.
It's a Two-fer Tuesday – French Tarzan Edition
Good Show Sir Comments:
#1. No need for Space Sheep. It's French!
#2. Batsman of the Jungle
Published 1986, 1987
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This year's Equestfest, held at The Los Angeles Equestrian Center, brought out over 4000 guests to watch the equestrians who will participate in the 125th Rose Parade on Wednesday, January 1. The Equidome was filled to capacity with standing room only.
The family-friendly festival was presented by Wells Fargo. Visitors were not only able to watch horses and their riders' demonstations, they were able to meet the riders and take pictures up close.
Vendors from many equestrian groups were on hand offering everything from team shirts, sweatshirts, buttons, belt buckles, pins and more.
The stars of this year's show were The Budweiser Clydesdales. The large draft horses return to the Rose Parade after not walking in last year's parade. Before the horses' presentation at Equestfest, the thousands of visitors got up close got to see the horses' $80,000 bridles and meet the crew. This year, the Clydesdale team will transport the President of the 2014 Rose Parade, R. Scott Jenkins, along with his wife and family down the parade route.
Another first for this year's Rose Parade will be the joint mounted units of The Los Angeles Police Department and The Los Angeles County Sheriff Department, who were on hand Sunday, showing the team working together for crowd control. The team will be led by LAPD Chief Charlie Beck, riding an Appaloosa named "Whitewater," and Sheriff Lee Baca on a Belgian Paint Cross named "Ringo."
The 125th Rose Parade kicks off at 8:00 a.m. on January 1. For those planning to attend the parade, sunscreen is encouraged as the temperature could be the 70's by the afternoon.
Photos by MyBurbank.com Chief Photographer Ross A. Benson


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TechStars is a mentorship-driven startup accelerator founded by David Cohen, Brad Feld, David Brown, and Jared Polis that holds 13 week programs for startups in Boulder, New York City, Boston, Seattle, and San Antonio. Fewer than 1% of the companies that apply to TechStars are accepted. Of the 114 companies that have completed the TechStars program, 92% are active and profitable.
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UK wheat disappoints Spanish customers
By FWi Staff
UK wheat exports have not met the quality Spanish millers thought they had specified, said British Cereals Exports last week.
"Steadily improving, but could still so better" was the Spanish millers verdict on whether shipments from the UK actually met their precise requirements.
"To avoid misunderstandings and contractual difficulties, it is essential to address the issue of wheat quality directly with end-users," said David Cater of United Agriculture.
It is also important to have ongoing contact between export traders and the customers, said Richard Whitlock, of Banks Agriculture. "This develops trust, credibility and understanding."
However, at five seminars held by BCE last week in Spain, millers announced that the UKs 1998 harvest compared favourably with wheat from other European countries.
High protein and low P/L results suggested that Britain was winning the protein war against the French this season, making UK wheat more attractive to blend with local wheat to produce grists, said BCE.
Spanish buyers have advised UK exporters intent on selling grain to Spain to be prepared to trade in Euros. Spains economy is booming and its currency will be fixed against the Euro from 1 January, 1999.