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The British press has responded to the events in Mumbai with a frenzy of sensationalist and unsubstantiated claims about the involvement of British Muslims in the attacks.
Headlines on many of last Saturday's newspapers blared that British Muslims were connected to the killings.
The claims, supposedly originating with Vilasrao Deshmukh, the chief minister of Maharashtra, were swiftly repudiated by him and rejected by the foreign office.
The extent of this alleged "connection" varied wildly.
The Independent feebly asserted that "security chiefs" were "probing claims" of a possible connection – while arguing in a separate story that British Muslims had become "a mainstay of the global 'jihad' based on a claim by anonymous "security agencies".
The Daily Telegraph queried whether two of the gunmen might be British. The Sun was more direct – "Two Gunmen From Bradford" it unequivocally proclaimed. The Mirror in turn bumped the number of "British gunmen" from two to seven.
The most aggressive headlines simply asserted without qualification that the "Butchers Of Mumbai Are Brits" in Daily Express and the Daily Star's "Mumbai Killers Are Brits".
This is no surprise. Both papers are owned by porn baron Richard Desmond and have been responsible for a flurry of Islamophobic stories.
The claims of British Muslim involvement continue to gather steam. The Mail on Sunday claimed that a Kashmiri group Lashkar e-Toiba were responsible for the attacks and were "funded with cash raised in British mosques", though it provided no source for its allegation.
The Telegraph reported on Monday that a convicted British plotter, Kazi Nurur Rahman, was "associated with the same terrorist group that is accused of the attack in India".
The basis of this claim was that Rahman was associated with one Omar Khyam, who in turn was trained by Lashkar-e-Toiba. Aside from the flimsiness of the "connection", no one at present knows who was behind the massacre.
For the press, seemingly, evidence is an unnecessary luxury when the task is to demonise British Muslims.
Richard Seymour is the author of The Liberal Defence of Murder, available from the Bookmarks bookshop, phone 020 7637 1848

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Vans Warped tour tickets on sale Friday
The award-winning San Diego rock band Pierce The Veil is part of the musical lineup that will perform June 27 at Cricket Wireless Amphitheatre in Chula Vista as part of the 2012 Vans Warped Tour.
The lineup for show here also includes New Found Glory, All Time Low, The Used and Street Light Manifesto. More bands will be announced for the marathon, multi-stage concert, which begins at 11 a.m.
Tickets go on sale Friday at 10 a.m. at all Ticketmaster outlets, online at livenation.com and by phone at (800) 745-3000. All tickets are priced at $36, plus a $10 service charge.


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Welcome to The Croatian capital Zagreb which is young and playful at heart, despite the almost thousand year-old history of its old town. By day, the city beats to the pulse of its thriving businesses, letting its hair down come sunset. And despite being a thoroughly modern metropolis, the locals welcome visitors with traditional Croatian hospitality. Come and visit Croatia's political, commercial and cultural heart! Zagreb's old town is a true feast for your senses, where you can sample some of the country's most renowned restaurants and coffee shops in the midst of classic façades, lush gardens and striking Neo-Gothic buildings. Upon arrival at Zagreb airport, you will be transferred to the hotel in a private vehicle. Meeting point - At the Tourist Information Centre on Ban Josip Jela?i? Square 11 [Duration – 2.5 hrs – 3 hours]
Explore Zagreb and learn about its famous historical sights and monuments accompanied by a English-speaking guide. Listen to stories about two medieval cities that merged into one city that we all know as the capital of the Republic of Croatia. Visit the unique Museum of Broken Relationships and have a drink with us in one of numerous cafes in the city centre after the tour.
Places of interest: Ban J. Jela?i? square, Kaptol, Tkal?i?eva Street, Stone gate, St. Mark's church, Lotrš?ak tower
Overnight: Zagreb
Meals: None
DAY 2: ZAGREB TO ZADAR {Approx 3 hrs 30 mins}
Highlight: Zadar evening city Tour
Post Breakfast, you will check out from Zagreb Hotel and transferred to Zadar bus station. (Bus Journey – shared services from Zagreb to Zadar) Once you reach you Zadar bus station, you will have a private transfer to the hotel. Later proceed from Zagreb to Zadar by coach departure time 10:30 am and Arr time 14:00.Welcome to the city of Zadar, a city of exceptional history and rich cultural heritage, a city of tourism. The particularity of the city is irresistible for those who respect and admire historical monuments and cultural heritage, artists, tourists and its citizens. Zadar is a city monument, surrounded by historical ramparts, a treasury of the archaeological and monumental riches of ancient and medieval times, Renaissance and many contemporary architectural achievements such as the first sea organs in the world. Enjoy Evening Zadar guided city tour
Meeting point - Narodni trg (People`s Square) under the Lamp Post 10 minutes beforehand.
Departure Time – 18:00 hours
Experience Croatia Maraschino liqueur and Pag cheese tasting.
Walking along Zadar`s streets the guide will show you the entire spectrum of monuments. Taking you into the past by retelling the stories and legends you will feel the pulse of the town from past and today`s everyday living. During the walk you will see the Old City, stop by the Church of St. Donat that lies on the ancient Roman forum built from the 1st century BC to the 3rd century AD, Cathedral of St. Anastasia, Sea Gate, Land Gate, City Walls and the Square of Five Wells. At the end of the tour you can take your time listening the unique sound of the Sea organ or enjoy a view of the beautiful sunset. The tour guide would be glad to give you suggestions regarding restaurants and shops to make this trip a memorable one!
We guarantee that you will take a little piece of Zadar in your heart!
Overnight: Zadar
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast, you will proceed to Plitvice Lakes. This is a 1.5 hour drive from Zadar. The beauty of this UNESCO world heritage site lays in its 16 terraced lakes, inter-connected by waterfalls, gorges, rivers; the sixteen lakes of the National park of Plitvice are connected by 92 waterfalls. In free time you have a chance to experience its natural beauty and variety of animal and plant life. You will absolutely enjoy in this beauty that is a natural product of long interaction between stone and water.
Main attractions of Plitvice:
Upper Lakes – this group includes 12 of 16 Plitvice lakes separated of each other by the travertine barriers.
Kozjak Lake – is the largest and the deepest lake in Plitvice Lakes National Park. It belongs to the group of Upper Lakes. Nature played merging two smaller lakes into one and created Kozjak, the only navigable lake of Plitvice. On the lake stands a travertine Stephanie`s island that was named by the Austrian princess who visited the Park in distant 1888.
Lower Lakes – idyllic scenes of small waterfalls, turquoise water and surrounding greenery characterize this group of lakes. Nearby is situated the underground cave of Šupljara.
Great Waterfall – located within the group of Lower Lakes, with the height of 78 meters is the highest
waterfall in Croatia.
Overnight: Zadar
Meals: Breakfast
After breakfast Proceed to Split by coach departure time at 10:00 am & arrival time at 13:35. Welcome to Split Discover the largest coastal town in Croatia on foot on a 75-minute walking tour of Split. Follow a local guide to the most important sights in town, such as the Golden Gate, Diocletian Palace, statue of Gregory of Nin, and many more.Split city tour – Meeting point – Golden Gate –
Departure time – 15:00 or 17:00
Travel back in time on a 75-minute walking tour of Split, and discover the largest city of the Dalmatia region with a local guide. Explore 1,700 years of the city's history, from the construction of the Diocletian Palace in 305 CE, to its place as Croatia's 2nd largest city. Meet your guide at the Golden Gate of the Diocletian Palace, and marvel at the remains of an ancient palace of the Roman Empire, including the open colonnades of the Peristyle. Continue to the impressive Cathedral of St. Duje (Saint Dominus), considered the oldest Catholic cathedral in the world to still be in use in its original structure. Learn about Gregory of Nin by his statue in Giardin Park, and go to the Riva promenade to admire views of Marjan Hill and the Adriatic Sea.
Overnight: Split
Meals: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel.
Blue Cave – 5 islands
Start-Finish: 08:00-18:30
Duration: 10:00 hours
If you want to have a memorable experience from your holidays in Croatia, join us on this amazing full day speed boat tour and explore some of the most beautiful Adriatic islands: Biševo, Vis,Pakleni islands and Hvar. Enjoy thrilling 90 minute ride with our new speedboat to our first stop: Biševo island with famous Blue Cave as its highlight. Blue Cave is one of the most beautiful spots on Adriatic because of an amazing glowing blue light. We will arrive exactly when the sunlight reflects through the sea floor and bathes the entire cave in aquamarine light. On the island Biševo there is also Monk Seal cave, a cave where the Mediterranean monk seal used to reside. Monk Seal cave is the longest cave on the island Biševo, 160 meters long. After that it's time for a small coffee break at Komiza, an authentic fisherman's
village on the island of Vis. At around 12 o'clock we'll cruise to the southern side of the island to stop briefly in the unique bay of Stiniva and enjoy a wonderful swim there! Our next stop is amazing Ston?ica bay - time for swimming and enjoying sun on a beautiful pebble beach. On our way to our last destination, beautiful town of Hvar (island of Hvar), you will get a panoramic view of amazing Pakleni islands. Hvar town is one of the most beautiful harbors in the world, and a rich cultural heritage as well. The easy walk around the town to discover its many charms is a delight. After enjoying Hvar, it's time to return to Split with our speedboat
Blue Cave in Croatia - one of the most beautiful spots on Adriatic because of the amazing glowing blue light.
Seal Monk cave - the longest cave on the island of Biševo.
Komiza - small fisherman village located on western side of Island Vis.
Stiniva Bay - a bay with an unusual shape located on Island Vis.
Ston?ica bay - Ston?ica bay is your official swimming stop of the day. This is the only sandy beach among all other pebble beaches along our way so be sure to hop in an feel sand on your toes. Dry landing directly onto the beach, you'll have more than enough time to cool off, sunbathe and snorkel in this unique bay.
Pakleni otoci - this is the oldest and most famous resort on island fo Hvar. Spacious sea lagoon with shallow and sandy beach, surrounded by the thick, pine forest, fragrant heather and rosemary bushes and various, exotic plants.
Hvar town - is one of world`s most beautiful harbors.
Overnight: Split
Meals: Breakfast
Transfer to bus terminal and precede to Dubrovnik by coach departure time 10:00 and arrival time 14:30 duration 4 hrs 30 min. Afternoon free enjoy the city of walls.Evening Dubrovnik walking city tour- Meeting point - The Big Onofrio's Fountain located within the City Walls of
Dubrovnik Old Town. [Departure time – 17:00 hrs]
Discover Dubrovnik is the ultimate tour for visitors who wish to take in all the main sights and explore the architecture and history of this famous city. Accompanied by our experienced guide, the story of Dubrovnik's golden age will unfold before your eyes. The route takes you around the Old Town via Onofrio's Fountain and up Prijeko Street to the Old Port - the key to Dubrovnik's trading and maritime success. Along the way you will pay a visit to St. Saviour's, the grandiose Franciscan and Dominican church, and see wine-producing vines believed to be more than 100 years old.Ships from Dubrovnik were renowned throughout the Mediterranean and galleons from the Republic could be found in navies across Europe and beyond. These ships were built and loaded in the legendary Arsenal, which is another stop on the tour. Once in the Old Port, your guide will relate the stories of the famous Quarantine and the nearby fortresses of St. Luke and St. John as well as legends about the Church of St Blaise, the Cathedral, the Rector's Palace, Sponza Palace, and Orlando's Column. Discover Dubrovnik in your tour. It lasts one hour and in that time you will be entertained, informed and leave with a true understanding of the Dubrovnik's multi-layered past.
Overnight: Dubrovnik
Meals: Breakfast
Magnificent city walls that surround our old town are a statement of wealth and safety. For centuries, they were a protection from perils, pirates, foreign conquerors.Today, they are a reminder of some distant medieval times. Luckily, we managed to preserve our city walls in the times when trends were changing, suggesting that any types of fortifications are obsolete and redundant. This is why Dubrovnik is today amongst the best preserved medieval cities in the world. Our walls surround the town for almost 2 km in length and once you are on them, the view is simply breathtaking. Terracotta roofs and narrow streets are all visible from above; clear vista over the Adriatic Sea reveals just about any boat on the horizon, which gives a perfect explanation to why the city was successfully defended for centuries. Since 1979, Dubrovnik is under UNESCO protection.The town survived many wars, including the recent Homeland war from 1991-1995, but Dubrovnik was renewed in a manner that the damage is not visible at all and it is difficult to imagine that not such a long time ago this ancient Mediterranean town was covered in rubble. If you were wondering, once you're in Dubrovnik, what you should see first once there, it is definitely the city walls, our most recognized landmark, inspiration to many artists, the centre of all photographs taken in Dubrovnik.
Overnight: Dubrovnik
Meal: Breakfast
Breakfast at the hotel and free time until check out (depending on the flight departure time) Gather your memories of tour and head on to airport for your return Journey.
Meals: Breakfast
1 Night Accommodation Zagreb
2 Nights' Accommodation in Zadar
2 Nights' Accommodation in Split
2 Nights' Accommodation in Dubrovnik
Daily breakfast except on day 01
Seat in Coach Transfers:
Zagreb to Zadar – Dep time 10:00 & Arr time 13:30
Zadar to Split – Dep time 10:00 & Arr time 13:15
Split to Dubrovnik – Dep time 10:00 & Arr time 14:30
Private Transfers
Transfer from Zagreb Airport to hotel
Transfer from Zagreb hotel to Zagreb bus terminal
Transfer from Zadar Bus Terminal to Hotel
Transfer from Zadar hotel to Zadar bus terminal
Transfer from Split bus terminal to Split hotel
Transfer from Split hotel to Split bus terminal
Transfer from Dubrovnik bus terminal to airport
Transfer from Dubrovnik airport to hotel
SIGHTSEEINGS – (Departure point – Guest need to reach on their own from hotel)
Zagreb evening Guide walking city tour
Zadar guided Walking city tour with Maraschino liqueur and Pag cheese tasting.
Excursion to Plitvice lakes from Zadar
Split guided walking city tour
Blue Cave – 5 Islands
Dubrovnik guided walking tour with Cable Car
GST will be levied as applicable based on the date of confirmation
Airfare & Taxes
Surcharges will be applicable based on blackout dates or conference/special events/ exhibitions etc
Visa Fees and Travel Insurance
Guaranteed early check in or late check out. This is completely at the discretion of the hotel and we can only put in a request for the same.
City Tax/Tourist Tax (this is to be paid directly at the hotel in EUR)
Any expenses of personal nature
Driver Tips 3 EUR Per Person Per day
Guide Tips 5 EUR Per Person each city for guided tour
Surcharges as applicable due to peak season, surcharge dates, trade fair dates.
Meals other than that what is mentioned in your itinerary.
Any services not mentioned in the inclusions list
Drinks including Water during meals / sightseeing tours are not included


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Brandon Williams (wide receiver)
Brandon Michael Williams (born February 24, 1984) is a former American football wide receiver who last played for the Pittsburgh Steelers of the National Football League. He was drafted by the San Francisco 49ers in the third round of the 2006 NFL Draft. He played college football at Wisconsin.
|No. 17, 16, 82
|Wide receiver
|Personal information
|February 24, 1984
St. Louis, Missouri
|5 ft 11 in (1.80 m)
|170 lb (77 kg)
|Career information
|High school:
|Hazelwood East
(St. Louis, Missouri)
|NFL Draft:
|2006 / Round: 3 / Pick: 84
|Career history
|Career highlights and awards
|Career NFL statistics
Williams also played for the St. Louis Rams.
Early yearsEdit
Attended Normandy High School played with Laurence Maroney, (RB- New England Patriots) then transferred to Hazelwood East High School, the same high school as fellow and former NFL players Jamar Fletcher (CB - Detroit Lions), Scott Starks, (CB - Jacksonville Jaguars), Terrell Fletcher (former RB - San Diego Chargers), Bryan Fletcher (TE - Indianapolis Colts) and American sports agent Jason Fletcher of B&F Sports. He was named to All-Midlands team by Super Prep and Prep Football Report. He was a two-time, second-team all-state and three-time, first-team all-conference selection. He caught 97 passes for 2,157 yards and returned 58 punts for 1,210 yards and 23 total touchdowns during his career.
College careerEdit
As a freshman in 2002, Williams played in all 14 games, including six starts. He was second-team freshman All-American by The Sporting News. He was a first-team freshman All-Big Ten selection by The Sporting News. He had a team-high 52 receptions which was a school freshman record. He broke the school-record with 32 kickoff returns for a school-record 670 yards.
Williams started 12 games as sophomore in 2003. He was the team's No. 2 receiver with 49 catches and one touchdown. He led Badgers with 1,319 all-purpose yards. He ranked seventh in Big Ten with a 21.6-yard kickoff return average.
In 2004, Williams led the Badgers with 42 receptions and 517 receiving yards. He was second on the team with 1,010 all-purpose yards. He was an honorable mention All-Big Ten pick.
Williams was named a second-team All-Big Ten selection as a senior in 2005, hauling in 59 passes for 1,095 yards (18.6 avg.) and six touchdowns. He also rushed seven times for 47 yards (6.71 avg.). He ran back 26 punts, taking in two for touchdowns.


text: Darshan Patel graduated with his Bachelor's degree in Exercise Physiology from the University of Massachusetts – Lowell. He earned his Doctorate of Physical Therapy degree (DPT) from the MGH Institute of Health Professions. He has done clinical work at some of the country's top hospitals including Massachusetts General Hospital, Spaulding Rehab Hospital and Brigham and Women's Hospital. He has taken advanced training coursework for manual therapy for cervical, lumbar, pelvis and upper extremities through the Manual Therapy Institute (MTI). He is experienced in a variety of manual therapy techniques including graston tools, myofascial release, myofascial cupping and mobilization with movement.


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Principal Investigator: Professor Suzanne Leal
Baylor College of Medicine, USATags: 36827, deafness, featured, genetics, hearing loss, tinnitus
The goal of this project is to analyze UK biobank data to identify genetic risk factors associated with disorders affecting hearing, such as age-related hearing loss and the perception of noise or ringing in the ears (i.e. tinnitus).
Previous studies have shown that these disorders are polygenic in nature, and so far, no major genes have been identified. We will use standard and novel methods which are implemented in software that our group developed to analyze both rare and common genome-wide variation. Our group has a long history of method development and studying the genetics of hearing impairment.
By identifying genetic risk factors in involved in hearing dysfunction, we can better understand the etiology of normal hearing and hearing loss. This can lead to the identification of preventative and therapeutic targets. In addition, the identification of genetic risk factors should aid in the development of more accurate diagnostic tools. We will analyze genetic variation in various age-relating hearing disorders using standard and novel in-house developed methods which are implemented in our software SEQSpark, which is optimized for large sequence-based epidemiological studies. We plan to complete all work, including meta-analysis within a three-year time span.


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Theatre company transforms memories of older generation into plays
PUBLISHED: 17:02 04 March 2019 | UPDATED: 17:04 04 March 2019
There was a chance for the older generation to embrace days gone by as they were entertained for the day by a theatre company.
As part of their Golden Age Project - inspired by life stories of the elderly and those living with dementia - actors from INK visited the Wellbeing Day Centre in Oulton Broad to perform a series of short monologues.
Led by professional writers James McDermott and Griff Scott, residents and day centre regulars explored memories and experiences by sharing stories, photographs and favourite songs from different times in their lives.
The pair then used the memories to create short monologues which were directed by Julie Sowerbutts and performed by INK actors Clare Hawes, Joe Sowerbutts and Tessa Wojtczak.
Project coordinator Helen Hayes, who also engaged audience members with a singalong, said: "It was wonderful to bring in members of our company to share these pieces with the customers, families, friends and care staff.
"I really feel the project has given a voice to the participants and has certainly made me more aware of the challenges faced by people living with old age and dementia.
"Education and community work is at the core of what we do at INK and we are looking forward to taking this project forward to work with other care providers and community groups in the local area."
The Wellbeing Day Centre, situated next to The Dell care home on Cotmer Road, offers a wide range of activities and has previously held several creative writing workshops.
At their most recent event, the short plays replicated memories and feelings related to themes including the seaside, wartime evacuation, confusion, effects of noise, serving in the war, weekends of dancing and shopping, and life in a care home.
Mr McDermott, who told of his grandmother recently showing signs of dementia, added: "I wanted to work with INK to deliver writing workshops and help them better understand their condition in the hope I'll learn how to talk to and empathise with my gran.
"INK and I hoped the writing workshops would encourage residents to talk about their lives and help abate their loneliness and memory loss.
The Wellbeing Day Centre would like to thank Helen Hayes, as well as all the playwrights and actors involved on the day.
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Boxchip S700A Network and DMR Radio Video Review
Ok, after using and enjoying the Boxchip S700A it was time for a video review.…
Ok, after using and enjoying the Boxchip S700A it was time for a video review.…
SDRplay is pleased to announce the release of SDRuno v1.3. This is a major upgrade to SDRuno, which adds a number of important new features and is intended for all RSP models including the now discontinued RSP1.
Major new features include:
Frequency Scanning (for both frequency ranges and stored memory panel lists)
I/Q → Audio Output (for CW Skimmer for example)
A new configurable IF AGC scheme
For a full list of additions/changes and bug fixes, please see the release notes at: https://www.sdrplay.com/docs/SDRplay_SDRuno_Release_Notes.pdf
This release of SDRuno uses a new version of the Windows Service based API (3.02) and so users that also used other applications such as dump1090 and HDSDR with the previous version of the Windows Service based API (3.01) will need to download and install the latest versions of API, dump1090 and the ExtIO plugin from our website at https://www.sdrplay.com/downloads
We have produced two new video guides which describe the use of the Frequency Scanner and I/Q Output functions. Links to these videos along with many others can be found by going to the SDRplay Applications and support catalogue on https://www.sdrplay.com/apps-catalogue/ , and on our Youtube Channel on https://www.youtube.com/c/SDRplayRSP
However, the …
More and more Amateur Radio operators are beginning to realize the flexibility and utility of Network Radio. Network Radio has become the "Swiss Army Knife" of communications technology. Amateur radio users can reach other Amateurs world wide using such applications as Zello, IRN, Echolink, and APRS. New applications are still popping up. For example the recently released Android app Peanut now allows users to use some popular D-Star reflectors using an android device. The user doesn't even need a D-Star radio or a hotspot, just an internet connected Android device. In the past month this application has increased D-Star traffic on the popular reflectors dramatically. Not to mention that Zello can be used to establish a repeater like function for Amateurs who don't have access to a local repeater. Zello can also be used to augment existing repeaters by increasing access to the repeater over unlimited distances very inexpensively. Also since there is no antenna required it allows Amateurs who are in antenna restricted to go back to rag chewing with other Amateurs across the world. Most users can give Network Radio a try by simply downloading the appropriate apps on their cellphones. However if you get hooked, you …
Having found the X Boss TM-7S a great deal of fun, we took a look at a mobile / base version of a Network Radio the Pulsat PM-1100. The Pulsat Network Radio is pretty much identical to the very popular Inrico TM7. The Pulsat Network turned out to be very nice compact mobile / base unit for Network Radio use with a few quibbles. Check out the video on our YouTube Channel. Please don't forget to subscribe!
We tried out the X Boss 7S+ Network Radio HT, check out the video!
Network Radio began gaining some interest as an amateur radio format about a year ago. During the past year Network Radio has gained popularity with Amateur Radio operator as well as with radio hobbyist in general. The most popular aspect of Network Radio has been based around Zello using their mobile phone apps for IOS and Android. Basically Zello is an VOIP service with a push to talk feature that can be used over WiFi or cellular Data. There are two versions available the free personal version and a paid commercial version that offers a larger feature set that would be of interest to business users. Zello allows for the creation of groups. These groups can range from just a friends to thousands of members in a group. When a user presses the push to talk button on their phone's screen, the voice message will be heard by all users in the group in pretty much real time. Zello claims to have a worldwide user base of 120 million users at the time of this writing.
How does Zello Work?
Since most people use the personal version of Zello, simply download the free app that matches your devices operation …
HRS takes a look at SDRplay's new dual tuner SDR radio the SDRduo. Please take a minute to subscribe for more videos like this one!


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text: In early March 2014, Commando went off on a twenty mile Sunday morning run, the penultimate long training run before his marathon. It seemed the ideal opportunity for me to go out on another nice long walk. After lots of poring over maps I decided on a route that would take in the Itchen Valley Country Park. The park runs beside the Itchen and touches on the edges of the Navigation. There are trails through woodland, pasture and water meadows. There is also a visitor centre with a coffee shop, what more could I want? Continue reading Mud, floods and crowds at Itchen Valley Country Park – first published 9 March 2014


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Build this barbecue shelter to protect your grill and the cook too. Free building plans are available at the link.
Category: Barbeque Carts and BBQ Pits
This woodworkers list of free woodworking plans and projects features a collection of bar-b-cue (BBQ) building projects that practically any woodworker can build. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality.
Barbecue Tool Cabinet PDF
Build a tool cabinet for keeping your barbecue tools out of the elements. Free downloadable plans are available at the link.
BBQ Grill Cart
Build this BBQ grill cart using the free downloadable woodworking plans at WoodworkingForMereMortals.
Patio Cooler and Grill Cart
Follow along and build a combo cooler and grill cart using the free downloadable woodworking plans at Fix This Build That.
BBQ Shelter
Build a cedar shelter for your barbeque area using the free downloadable plans available at Real Cedar.
BBQ Shelter
Build your own BBQ shelter for the backyard using the free step-by-step instructions at How To Specialist.
Grilling Table
At the link you can scroll down the page and download the free plans to build this grilling table. Available at Andrew Harris Woodwork.
Grilling Station
Build an outdoor grilling station that features a tilt-out bin using the free woodworking plans available at Lady Goats.
Grilling Cart
This backyard bbq/bar/grilling cart has a few features that most do not, including a compartment for a cooler. The free step-by-step plans to build it are available at Jaime Costiglio site.
Back Yard Cart
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Eastside City Park Opened!
Eastside City Park was officially opened by Birmingham City Council's Leader, Sir Albert Bore, last month.
Although not technically in Digbeth, the park borders our little part of the city, so naturally, Digbeth Residents Association (DRA) was involved in the event. Thankfully, the weather held back while students from BOA performed live music on the stage, and urban dance routines in the plaza.
DRA had a stand at the opening, and talked to members of the public, as well as Councillor Bore and Deputy Lord Mayor of Birmingham, Anita Ward. Members of DRA are pictured below with Albert and Anita – thank you to Lee Eezee Rider for the image.
Eastside City Park is the first new city centre park in Birmingham for more than 130 years, and DRA is proud to have been involved in this event. To learn more about the park, visit the Birmingham City Council website.


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12 Jun Donation Helps Adults with Disabilities Communicate with Their Families
Organization: Sharonsweb Autism Foundation
Lives Impacted: 20+
Donation: Kole Imports
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As Told to Good360 by Sharonsweb Autism Foundation
Sharonsweb Autism Foundation, located in Fishers, IN, provides services and programs to adults with Autism, and gives them the opportunity to learn to express themselves. We strive to support those with autism and apraxia who have limited speech and movement differences by facilitating communication with typing. Our community is nonverbal and those with limited speech need touch to type because of movement differences. Some of our members have a mind-body disconnect where their voices do not always match their thoughts. Something as simple as yes and no is not reliable, so they point to letters or objects when a facilitator (a small portable dry erase board that lights up) is unavailable.
Thanks to the Bubble Light Box donation from Kole Imports, it was a perfect visual for these adults. These devices provide quick communication options for everyday conversations and keep the adults constantly learning. Not only does this save time for everyone, but the residents can practice their writing and typing. We hosted an intro to facilitated communication for teens and adults with autism, their families and caregivers. This simple and convenient way to communicate is very helpful for newly diagnosed adults and their families. Being able to point to yes or no or to choose from a small selection of choice words makes a big difference! The Bubble Light Box is the perfect size and looks like a speech bubble signifying that there is a conversation happening! All the recipients were excited to receive this gift! Thank you, Kole Imports, and Good360 for giving back the gift of communications to these members in need.


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Angel Red® Pomegranate
Punica granatum 'Smith' Plant Patent #16,578
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Simply the best pomegranate on the market! Large, showy, bright, orange-red blooms on upright, fount-like branches produce large, vivid red fruit that ripens late summer to fall. Less pulp and higher juice content than others, with seeds soft enough to be eaten fresh. Deciduous.
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Water NeedsOnce established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
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Watering Needs:Once established, water occasionally; more in extreme heat or containers.
Botanical Pronunciation:PEW-ni-ka gra-NAY-tum
Growth rate:Moderate
Average landscape size:Moderate growing; reaches 10 ft. tall and wide.
Special features:Easy Care, Edible, Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Waterwise
Foliage color:Dark Green
Blooms:Late Winter to Spring
Flower color:Orange
Flower attributesShowy Flowers
Garden styleCottage, Mediterranean, Rustic, Tropical
Patent Act:Asexual reproduction of plants protected by the Plant Patent Act is prohibited during the life of the patent.
Design IdeasPomegranate is exceptional for Mediterranean style gardens as well as most xeriscape settings, though the fruit is highest quality with supplemental water during flowering and fruiting season.This is an excellent choice for a courtyard specimen. Grow in fruit orchard or kitchen gardens. Excellent fruit producer in very hot gardens with difficult soils.
Companion PlantsItalian Cypress (Cupressa); Lavender (Lavandula); Bay Laurel (Laurus); Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Meyer Lemon (Citrus)
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Care InformationProvide average, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during the first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. When established, reduce frequency after fruit ripens, and increase during bloom period; tolerates moderate drought. Fertilize before new growth appears in spring. Prune annually, to shape.Pruning time: winter.
History:Angel Red was discovered as a sport growing among other varieties of pomegranate trees. Tests showed it is a unique and gourmet pomegranate. The name Angel Red® was derived from the original, "Ryan's Angel Red". Ryan was involved in developing this variety, but tragically died at the age of 23.
Lore:The single genus of the family Punciaceae was classified by Linnaeus who Latinized the ancient name, Malum puncium, which translates to "apple of Carthage" which was its early common name. Pomegranate fruit came to symbolize fertility due to its abundance of seeds.
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A composite (tooth colored) filling is used to repair a tooth that is affected by decay, cracks, fractures, etc. The decayed or affected portion of the tooth will be removed and then filled with a composite filling.
There are many types of filling materials available, each with their own advantages and disadvantages. You and your dentist can discuss the best options for restoring your teeth. Composite fillings, along with silver amalgam fillings, are the most widely used today. Because composite fillings are tooth colored, they can be closely matched to the color of existing teeth, and are more aesthetically suited for use in front teeth or the more visible areas of the teeth.
As with most dental restorations, composite fillings are not permanent and may someday have to be replaced. They are very durable, and will last many years, giving you a long lasting, beautiful smile.
Reasons for composite fillings:
It is normal to experience sensitivity to hot and cold when composite fillings are first placed, however this will subside shortly after your tooth acclimates to the new filling.
You will be given care instructions at the conclusion of your treatment. Good oral hygiene practices, eating habits, and regular dental visits will aid in the life of your new fillings.
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HSBC gets poked by Facebook
A spectre is haunting the marketing community the spectre of social networking sites. And if it isnt haunting your brand yet, it soon will be.
A spectre is haunting the marketing community – the spectre of social networking sites. And if it isn't haunting your brand yet, it soon will be.
The capacity of these sites to backfire on their many users is by now a well-rehearsed tale. Just what impels so many of them to post compromising episodes of their private life, from sexual indiscretions to outright hooliganism, must remain one of life's mysteries. Far less mysterious is that those in authority – the police, the intelligence agencies, university administrators and employers among them – have found the sites provide a rich, easily harvested field for carrying out their 'due diligence' activities. And the worse thing about it is that these indiscretions are ineradicable – should anyone wish to mine them, for vindictive political or other reasons, in the future.
Ah you may say, these are for the most part young ingénues who are laying up a store of trouble for themselves in their later career. But what have their 'personal brand' troubles got to do with the mature commercial one that I manage? The answer, sadly, is quite a lot.
What some major brands and pie-eyed students share is an untroubled naivety. Understandably, brand managers find social networking sites a source of considerable frustration. In the rapidly changing media climate, nothing could be more mercurial and yet so brimful of communication potential. Take Facebook, for example: the current cult site.
Wunderkind brand
Started in 2004 on the Harvard campus by a soon-to-be drop-out, Mark Zuckerberg (still only 23), it was at first restricted to people with a university or high-school email account. Only last September, it opened its doors to the general public. Result: an explosion of membership; 12 million by Christmas and, according to Zuckerberg, 50 million this year. Even US presidential candidates are posting their profile pages on it. A second quantum leap came in May this year, with Facebook throwing open its platform to outside programmers. A third is that its members are now searchable on Google. Oh, and let's not forget you can now target your display advertising on Facebook.
Some are now hyping these opportunities as the equivalent to the surge in Microsoft's fortunes during the early eighties, when Bill Gates seized control of the PC market through its operating system.
Whether the comparison is apt or not, Facebook is an opportunity – however flaky or mercurial – that marketers cannot afford to ignore. But their perception looks dangerously one-eyed. They are seeing the issue as "clients" rather than strategists, and that means trouble ahead. On this matter, I cannot do better than quote my colleague Alan Mitchell in a recent column for the magazine:
"As far as most marketers are concerned, the real issue is changing 'media', 'entertainment' (or) 'communication channels'… the reality is that (social networking sites) are symptoms of the economics of personal decision-making, a revolution as profound as the one triggered by Henry Ford and mass production."
The rout of HSBC
A good example of these unforeseen possibilities may be seen in the humiliating reversal of policy forced on HSBC by a Facebook revolt. The global bank had rather cavalierly decided to close the interest-free facility on loans to UK students as soon as they quit the campus, causing considerable financial discomfort to the thousands summarily affected. However, HSBC executives had reckoned without Wes Streeting, a vice-president of the National Union of Students, who articulated the outrage by creating a "Stop the Great HSBC Graduate Rip Off" on the social networking site. As Streeting said, the popularity of Facebook enabled him to contact affected students not to mention affected graduates during the incommunicado period of the summer holidays (no doubt what HSBC had been counting on). End game: HSBC had to admit it was not "too big" to listen and reversed its policy.
Not too big indeed. There was a time when outraged of Leeds University would have foamed impotently when he said: " I don't trust HSBC at all any more, and won't bank with them in future." HSBC would, in effect, have shrugged its shoulders and said, " Well, if you can get better service in any of the other banks, good luck to you," indicating the cartel nature of retail banking. Another way of putting it is that much traditional banking relies not upon product or service excellence but inertia. Marketing is in effect so much flower-arrangement in a world where you bank where your parents did, and if you do choose to defect, it's usually the result of a short-term price promotion (like student loans) which holds no long-term promise of superior service. Financial services are not the only category that trades on inertia (with a bit of ignorance thrown in) – newspapers are another fine example. Utilities, too, show much of the same characteristic – except that utilities (with broadband thrown in) have already been forced much further down the Web 2.0 learning curve thanks to the wonders of price comparison services.
Banks had better learn the lesson fast, or they are going to receive a very unpleasant series of pokes.
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Just finishing my roll of film so I could develop it the next day (important letterpress pictures due). SO This is job number two, where nobody does anything. jkjk..
This is the day where both thusday and friday merged into one long neverending day.
Blonderedhead/open for job #1/ take pics at letterpress studio/ work at job #2/ Pick up keys/ walk back/ DIE.
Also the day I listened to a lot of blonde redhead and cursive.
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Fulham vs. Liverpool Preview: Liverpool Continues Its Scoring Rampage
Online betting favorite, Liverpool visits Craven Cottage to continue their superb demolition job. The thrashing of Arsenal sends out a strong message that they are a force to reckon with. But they must be wary too as Fulham's renewed confidence can cause another major upset.
Match Date: 12 February 2014 (local time)
Venue: Craven Cottage
Team Form
Fulham's late equalizer was enough to spoil Manchester United's attempt to move closer to the top. But still, the upset was not enough to move the minnow from the rock bottom pit of the table. Nevertheless, René Meulensteen disclosed that he was impressed by the club's "battling qualities."
Indeed, it was one of the most spectacular performances of Fulham. Just when the final whistle was about to give three (3) points to Manchester United, Darren Bent spoiled their opponent's jubilation via forcing an even steven finish.
But perhaps the bigger question that Meulensteen and his men should address is how far can they go with their renewed confidence. Will it be enough to help them survive Liverpool's upcoming attacks? Maybe they can pull off another upset, but it is also possible for them to suffer Arsenal's fate.
The reason behind their impending downfall is their poor form. The club has only won once in their last six (6) matches. They have been conceding an average of two (2) goals during their last five (5) matches and if they are not careful, Liverpool can readily use this to their advantage.
Liverpool's head honcho, Brendan Rodgers cannot help but praise his club's "brilliant" performance against Arsenal. The club displayed superb strength and determination when they thrashed the league leader with five (5) goals to one (1).
The result of the said match readily opened doors for Liverpool's chances of securing a silverware this season. This meant that they only need to collect six (6) more points to make it on top and with their current team form, it is indeed, highly possible.
The Reds are undefeated during their last six (6) matches. Moreover, they have been scoring at least three (3) goals in 3 of their recent encounters.
But despite the large possibility of being the king of this season, Rodgers simply acknowledged their "outstanding" performance this season. He also stressed that as of the moment, their main goal is to keep their focus and concentration until they are really in a position to be called as title contenders.
Prediction: Liverpool
The outstanding performance at Anfield readily sends a clear and strong warning to other clubs that dare to go against the Premier League giant. Apparently, the upcoming match definitely goes to Liverpool. Fulham can attempt to pull off another upset though. But with how things go for the Reds, stopping them seems to be impossible as of the moment.
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Among the crucial actions to make certain a joyous and comfy sleep is generally to select an excellent duvet. However, for the desired results, it's important to select an appropriate duvet. While a brilliant duvet can help you enjoy peaceful sleep, a bad one could make you uneasy and take your sleep away. Right here is how you could make the very best option of duvet.
Due to its huge and special features like thermal homes, hypo allergic homes and lightweight nature, silk has actually produced a distinct location for itself in the bedding market. Today, you will find many individuals purchasing silk bedding sets and silk comforter sets for their usage.
What You Can Learn From Commercial Decoraters About Sheets
There are many various colors for one to select from. You have to carefully select one that matches the bed in your room then asing per your favorite color. Once if you select the item after seeing the description, you need to click the alternative then give the details of the sizes of the cute crib sheets. Once if you get in the rate, you will be asked for the payment. After making the payment, you will get your order, within the specified time. This is one of the very best means of shopping as you require not go around for the purpose of shopping and can sit in your house and purchase for what ever you such as.
Tencel is also really easy to care for and can be cleaned at anything as much as 60 degrees therefore this makes it the perfect material for those with allergies and for hotels where hygiene is a huge issue. This easy care material dries out really rapidly as we've formerly mentioned. Naturally, when it come to pillows, Tencel is outstanding as it enables fantastic air circulation around the head therefore increases coolness and comfort when sleeping. This soft material is encouraging and yet provides a soft comfortable sleep, making a best option to other pillows with different fillings. When once again it can be cleaned at as much as 60 degrees.
In simple terms this implies how fluffy the down is. Greater fill power implies your down comforter is more fluffy and will last longer. Luxury down comforters generally have the greatest fill power. Fill Power is specified as the space one ounce of down occupies in cubic inches. Typically, a comforter ought to have a fill power of a minimum of 600. Luxury comforters have a fill power over 700 and a comforter with a fill power over 800 would be considered outstanding.
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Not just this, it will likewise allow you to boast about the aura of your bedroom to your guests. And they will surely chant about the sophisticated look of your bedroom to others. So, now you know if you wish to enhance the look of your bedroom, you should surely go with quality without thinking much about the expense.
How can one turn this room into a beautiful welcoming sanctuary? Extremely quickly, start with new bedding, and it will not take much effort at all. Comforters, sheets, pillow cases, dust ruffles, duvet covers are great places to begin. The simple altering of a bed skirt and accent pillows can make quite a distinction.
What Every Person Ought To Know About Sheets
The matter with down comforter sets, no matter of whether constructed of Duck or possibly Goose down is usually that they might result in problems with individuals who are at danger of allergic reactions, that is especially crystal clear with those who're hypersensitive in the direction of goose or possibly elude down as well as feathers. For that reason for any person who is affected by this matter what exactly are you choices to possibly goose down comforter sets?
Tencel is likewise more powerful than cotton when damp and naturally degradable, so when the time comes there are no issues with its disposal as there may be with some manufactured products. As a product it likewise can be found in a range of colors to pick from. Tencel filling for duvets and pillows truly is the future of cute crib sheets and provides a number of other benefits that options in this location dont. So, maybe consider Tencel for the next time you are looking for bedding.
You can select luxury material such as silk, linen or high thread count Egyptian cotton which can offer you a remarkable sleep. You can likewise get some choice of covers which are made use of for pillows. You can acquire a set which contains all things you need for whatever cushions you have. While it is more pratically for you to acquire individually.
Lies And Truths They Won't Share With You About Sheets
These sets give a terrific impression without a huge financial investment. You can typically acquire a set of around 6 pieces consisting of pillow cases and sheets as well as the cover. The majority of high street establishments have a wide range of sets at different costs and this is one of the primary advantages of picking this material type.
Every morning, offer your duvet a shake for adequate airing and circulating the filling within so that it does not accumulate at one area. It is essential that the filling stays even at all places to be able to trap warm air much better. Neglecting routine care of duvets can reduce their heat and quickly they may be off the list of your favorite cute crib sheets items.
Warning Signals Of The Demise Of Your Sheets
Alternative Down Comforters likewise referred to as Hypo Allergenic Comforters due to the fact that they were designed and widely utilized by those who have allergies to feathers or down. This is a fantastic option for allergy sufferers. The alternative comforters made from synthetic down are more expense effective than the natural down comforters. Alternative down comforters are a fantastic replacement for look and feel of down. Some brands are known to be really close in comparison or equal to the heat and comfort of down.
There are several different qualities and style when it comes to the down that is used in a goose down comforter. As an example, the goose down comforter might have a mix of goose down and feathers combined. This can do wonders for the comforter, such as making it firmer for the user. However, there is a downfall to utilizing goose feathers and it comes in the type of poking your skin because in some cases goose feathers find their way out with the comforter which might cause some aggravation.
Amazing Tips About Cute Crib Sheets
The sale could be since new patterns and designs are squeezing old stock off the shelves. You might have the ability to find exceptionally appealing, classic comforters on sale, however you might likewise find that a few of those "too great to be real" specials are booked for patterns that did not make the cut. That does not indicate you should stay clear of those deals if they store something you like. You should realize, however, that you might not be selecting from the most recent or most popular patterns and builds.
When you are trying to find long-lasting value, the greatest quality goose down comforters are derived from the Hungarian Goose. The goose feathers are hand plucked then go through an extreme evaluation to ensure that have actually been wash extensively to get rid of dust and for quality. Each and every individual feather goes through the exact same examination. For those of you who could be wincing with the idea of hand plucking feathers, let us put your mind at ease. No geese are eliminated in order to make the goose down comforters. Furthermore, the act of hand plucking the feathers is the most humane approach when compared with some other methods.
Slacker's Manual To Real Sheets
Now, one of the very first things you are going to want to do is to make sure that you are considering all of the different fabrics that can be found for the bedroom bedding sets. You likewise want to make sure that you are looking closely to exactly what all is consisted of in any particular set that you are looking at.
A lightweight duvet is your best choice if you're looking to take pleasure in undisturbed sleep. Several duvets have various fillings that eventually choose its general weight. Among the a number of available choices, the goose down filled duvet is among the most comfortable. And, while goose down is one of the most pricey duvet fillings, it's really worth it. It is long lasting and also works as a fantastic insulator. While this certain duvet variety could be made use of by almost any person; folks dealing with back pain can benefit most from it.
Since the bedroom is where you charge your battery, it is necessary that the area be one that actually talks with your senses. One ought to pick bedding that attract them; bed pillows ought to be the right firmness for your convenience. Everyone requires a various pillow to develop the very best sleeping environment for them; which is why there are a lot of various sorts of pillows for sale. Support pillows provide cervical support in numerous resting positions. Memory foam pillows are ending up being increasingly more popular. Made from shredded memory foam, this sort of pillow actually assists relieve back and neck discomfort.
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Eiderdown comforters offer their owners precisely those sensations. They will offer outstanding warmth and also the certain warmness vital to sleeping well, and in addition tend to be so light that one merely senses contentment. However, such luxury comes at significant expense. A king size eiderdown comforter is typically in the $10,000 price range.


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8 Powerful Foods to Speed-Up Post Workout Recovery
Whether you're a seasoned lifter or completely new to the gym, one important point you'll need to keep in mind is that going to the gym is only half the battle. When you're working out, you're creating microtears in your muscles. These microtears lead your body to rebuild your muscles, meaning you get bigger and stronger over time. This repairing process takes place while you are recovering, not while you're exercising.
Recovery allows the body to repair damaged tissue as well as replenish energy stores. Though the validity of "overtraining" is still being debated, you sure as heck can be under recovered.
For proper recovery, you'll need to get the adequate sleep and eat the right food. With so many fad diets around today, you're bound to get confused about what to eat, and what to avoid. In this article, I'm cutting through all that noise, tell you what macros to focus on, and give you the 8 best foods to speed up your post-workout recovery so you can get back to the gym in no time!
If you have any medical conditions that limit what foods you can eat, do consult your medical professional before pursuing.
Also, this list will depend on the type of diet you follow. For example, if it's keto, you should limit yourself to these foods. There is even a vegetarian version of the keto diet! However, in this article, I'll share a list of foods that's suitable for a "regular" eating habits.
The Balanced Macros
Many people think that all you need to focus on after a good workout is protein, which is understandable since we're so used to seeing fitness gurus and the muscle heads at the gym gulping down a protein shake after their intense workouts. However, other macros, especially carbohydrates play vital roles in your post-workout recovery.
During strenuous exercise, your body uses glucose as fuel. Glucose is stored as glycogen in the tissue. The rate at which your glycogen stores run out very much depends on the kind of exercise, as endurance sports such as swimming and cycling will require more glycogen than resistance training.
Consuming carbohydrates replenish these glycogen stores. A study in the Journal of the International Society of Sports Nutrition found that proper glycogen resynthesis can be achieved by consuming 0.5-0.7 grams of carbs per pound of body weight within 30 minutes after training. Glycogen synthesis is also known to help stimulate muscle tissue repair and adaptation.
Strenuous exercise will trigger the breakdown of muscle protein. Post-workout is definitely not the time for a Big Mac! To repair and recover these broken-down muscle tissue, you'll need to supply yourself with adequate protein. Protein will be broken down into amino acids, giving you the building blocks for building new tissue.
A study in the American Journal of Physiology has indicated that protein intake right after a workout may be more anabolic when compared to protein consumption at a much later time.
The Top 10 Foods
Before I start, here's a disclaimer: The list of food is not sorted according to any criteria.
Greek Yogurt
I believe that low-fat Greek yogurt is one of the best food you can eat after a workout. Greek yogurt contains twice as much protein compared to regular yogurt. According to Prevention, a 6-ounce serving of Greek yogurt packs the same amount of protein as in 3 ounces of lean meat. It's convenient on-the-go.
Before you run out and buy yogurt, you should know that those sold in grocery stores aren't always the best quality. Manufacturing yogurt requires high cost, and companies are always trying to use unnecessary additives and fillers in their products. Read these tips on how to find the best yogurt. Considering Greek yogurt has low carbs, I would highly suggest adding a couple spoons of oatmeal for a complete post-workout meal.
Sweet Potato/ White Potato
Potatoes are a great post-workout meal because they're easy to cook and go well with whatever you're eating them with. The two popular kinds of potatoes are sweet potatoes and white potatoes. Which potato you opt for depends on your fitness goals, though the differences are minute. Here, I've listed some of the differences between the two for your convenience!
|Sweet Potato (200g)
|White Potato (200g)
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|Protein (g)
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Source: United States Department of Agriculture, USDA
Salmon can be slightly expensive depending on where you live, but there is no doubt it is one of the best foods for recovery. Salmon is rich in omega-3 fatty acids that contain anti-inflammatory properties. According to a study in the Journal of Sports Science and Medicine, omega-3 may minimize post-workout soreness and facilitate training in individuals.
Aside from keeping the soreness at bay, salmon is super rich in protein. A 3.5-ounce serving of salmon contains around 22-25 grams of protein, which is almost half of the daily recommended protein requirements at around 56 grams for men, and 46 grams for women.
Unlike most plant-based foods, this grain from Peru is a complete protein, meaning that it contains all the essential amino acids. This is especially great for those who don't eat animal products.
A cup of cooked quinoa contains approximately 8 grams of protein, which is high compared to other grains such as brown rice at 5 grams and barley and 3.5 grams. A cup of quinoa also sports 40 grams of carbohydrates, which makes it an excellent post-workout recovery meal.
If you're always on the run and need a quick, cheap, and tasty post-workout meal, bananas fit that criterion. Bananas offer the good kind of carbs we need to replenish our glycogen levels. A medium banana contains up to 30 grams of carbohydrates and is rich with potassium and magnesium to replenish lost salts.
A recent study found that bananas have metabolites that could reduce cyclooxygenase-2, COX-2 enzyme, which is an enzyme that promotes pain and inflammation after exercise. According to David Nieman, head author of the study, this is the same gene Ibuprofen and aspirin (anti-inflammatory drugs) work on. He also added that they were surprised to see these properties in bananas which acted like painkillers, but "without the risks".
If you're one to blend a shake before hitting the gym, I highly recommend incorporating banana to your protein shake. It adds a wonderful sweet aftertaste and definitely completes your post-workout shake with the added carbs.
Protein Powder
There's plenty of protein powder to choose from the market. If you're not lactose intolerant, I highly recommend your classic whey protein. Do note that whey protein comes from milk, and is a byproduct of the cheese-making process, and is a no-go for vegans. If you're a vegan, plant proteins are becoming very popular in the fitness world. A serving of whey protein powder provides you around 24 grams of protein, and up to 30 grams of protein if it's a whey isolate. That's half as much protein a chicken breast gives.
Protein powders may not give you the most protein, but they do offer you a whole lot of convenience! Sometimes we just don't have the money or time for a full meal, and having an on-the-go shake definitely makes watching our diet more bearable.
There's no way we're leaving this breakfast favorite off the list! Eggs are a great source of affordable protein. One egg has roughly 6 grams of protein and is packed with vitamins and minerals needed for a healthy body. The egg whites contain only protein, and most of the nutrients are found in the yolk. Prior to contrary belief, the cholesterol in eggs does not raise blood cholesterol levels. In fact, the "bad" or saturated fats in eggs is only a tiny amount- at 1.6 grams.
Whether you're having it scrambled or sunny-side up, you'll never get bored of this healthy delicacy because you can pair it with so many food choices and it will still taste great.
Chicken Breast
Notice how I specifically listed chicken breast instead of just chicken. I'm not saying that the mouth-watering drumstick isn't good for building muscle, but chicken breast, in particular, is popular amongst bodybuilders because of it's the healthiest part of the chicken. It's low in fat, and a very lean protein source. Chicken breast is also rich in selenium, vitamin B6, niacin, and phosphorus.
Served skinless, you'll be getting 2 grams of fat, 0 grams of carbohydrates, and 19 grams of protein for a serving (3 ounces)! This is especially great if you're a bodybuilder that's cutting down fat.
Take-Away Message
What you eat is a key part of your recovery process, and something that is often overlooked. Making sure you get the right foods post workout will help you speed-up your post-workout recovery so you can keep on being productive in the gym, as well as your professional and personal life.


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Michelle's Becoming, and the price for 'success'
Wednesday, May 20, 2020
When I heard Michelle Obama was releasing a memoir, on her journey to becoming the great Madame Obama we know, it was never a question of "if" I was buying the book. It was when.
Thankfully, I got it from one of my brothers as one of my last year's birthday gifts (he's an avid Michelle fan too). I stashed it away for when I'd go on my no-laptop vacay, to soak in the awesomeness it was.
And I was not disappointed.
I was so filled reading her memoir, that till date, I have not been able to put in enough words the effect it had on me.
The intersectionality of how closely my life mirrors hers, and how I could draw lessons from her - a young black female lawyer in North America, from an average middle-income family, with eyes and mind set on achieving greatness... despite prejudicial and gender-based bars set in tow.
What struck me the most was the authenticity with which she laid out challenges she faced. You know… those raw, vulnerable experiences that power career women like us are horrified to share?
The struggles of conceiving children as a working woman. The pain of being labelled as "manly", for exhibiting strength. The unkindness of having every single action filtered through the eye of the needle reserved for "uppity, black, women" who fail to "know their place" and "watch their tone", in their quest for progress, as their other counterparts. And the guilt in applying opportunity cost, whilst balancing out family life with work life.
(Deep Sigh)
Michelle's memoir was raw, her vulnerability refreshing.
Like a bobbing gold-fish, I kept nodding throughout while reading it, almost screeching out "Yes!" in the plane, in concordance with one shared anecdote or the other.
To be a bit of a critic though, the latter part of the memoir became almost about Barack, and less about Michelle herself. But should one be surprised?? After all... they are each other's better half, and like it or not, the trajectory of her life was determined to a large extent by her agreement to share the vision for his own life.
It was totally pleasing to see a documentary on the book being released on Netflix, particularly during these "lockdown" times.
(Anything to ease our minds of the Rona, pleasssssssse!)
To relive parts of the memoir in living colour, and be filled instantaneously both with pride and humility at what this home girl from the Southside of Chicago has accomplished. Her not just being an appendage to the once (still!) most powerful man on earth, but using her position to effect real change in America, and touch the lives of (black) women worldwide.
The one part of her documentary (as was also indicated in her Memoir) which has seemed to spark mixed emotions - both outrage and applause - is her concession that having her children was a sacrifice, which was a (sort of) set-back to her career.
I'm not sure what exactly the outrage is. Is it because we as working women never ACTUALLY speak out on these things???
Ok. Let me break it down:
Let's say Woman A and Man B are both vying for the Assistant VP position in a company, which position is sought to be filled at December 2020.
In February 2020, Woman A takes one year off for her maternity leave to focus on having her child.
Coincidentally, Man B's wife (working in a different company) also gave birth in February. However, rather than the one year Woman A had to take off, Man B took only 2 weeks'
vacationpaternity leave, and was back in the office, bright and shiny for the rest of the year.
Guess who is more likely to be given that Assistant VP position by the end of 2020?? Aha... your guess is as good as mine.
Not that Woman A is not valued, or that other opportunities won't come. But the physiological, biological and physical requirements of life had required her absence from work, thereby invariably providing her male colleague an automatic advantage over her for that particular role (which he would have to be a total bunkum to mess it up).
Except she is blessed with radically forward-thinking superiors, who may assess her qualification for the role based on prior experience before the mat leave year, it would be near impossible for her to win the role.
And this is the conundrum Michelle summarily tried to encapsulate, when she stated that having kids was a "concession" which required her to "tone down" her aspirations and dreams – especially in light of being an equal (professionally) to Barack.
Perhaps, it is the unprecedented candour of her statement, which has made it jarring, and open to negative interpretation to mean she regrets having kids. (*rolls eyes*)
If you read the whole memoir however, you will find that she struggled (and worked hard) to conceive, so that it is unthinkable that one would regret that which one has worked so hard to beget.
Rather, and I believe it is true, my interpretation of her statement is that making that concession to have kids may have affected the professional ambitions she had at the time, without removing from the fact that having kids was something she would not hesitate to do again in a heartbeat.
That you acknowledge the price paid to gain something does not mean you do not appreciate it. Rather, it just means you are genuine enough to recognize the opportunity cost for it.
There is no shame in looking back and counting the cost of a chosen course of action, while embracing the journey wholly.
This instead is the height of being true to one's self, and is a constant reminder of the nature of one's journey through life.
So for every career woman who deals with the (unnecessary) guilt of being torn between work and family commitments, Michelle's "Becoming" is a strong reminder that you are not alone. That whatever course of action you choose to take is valid. And that the only person who needs to be convinced on what should consist of opportunity cost is You.
Irrespective of whatever sacrifice you determine is required to be made at any point, rest assured you are already successful as you are, for being bold enough to weigh in your options, and take whatever steps you deem fit is required to be taken.
Well Done!
Photo-Credit: Michelle LaVaughn Robinson Obama (for the cover of her memoir "Becoming")


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Following the above idea, Tantal has produced its first Sustainable Report in which tells about its economic, social and environmental performance.
There is a complete report about the 2012 performance, including the past years figures to be able to compare them. The conditions stated in the ISO 26000 RS Norm and the Guide G31 from Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) have been taken into account for its elaboration.


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UD professors Sharon Rozovsky (far left) and Karl Booksh (far
right) have led a research team for students with disabilities for
several years. Among the team members this summer were (in lab coats,
left to right): Brian Clark (Virginia State), John Latkowsky (Cabrini),
Emma Kamen (Marymount Manhattan) and Charlotte Champigny (Adelphi).
Article by Beth Miller
Photo by Kathy F. Atkinson
September 19, 2017
Science? Research? With a learning disability?
Definitely, Emma Kamen would say. Make that "definitely!" - with an exclamation point.
When she found out about the research team University of Delaware professors Karl Booksh and Sharon Rozovsky (chemistry and biochemistry) were leading for students with disabilities, she applied. A National Science Foundation grant supports the Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) team.
"I wanted to come here to take this on," she said. "I have struggled
with a learning disability, so I have a hard time learning - especially
in science. They don't make audio books for textbooks as they do in
other areas."
The Marymount Manhattan College student and half a dozen other students from around the country were part of the Booksh-Rozovsky REU team,
one of four REU teams at UD this summer. The others included a marine
science team at the Lewes campus, a biomolecular engineering team and a
mechanical engineering team.
Nationwide, the competitive, 10-week REU program gives more than
1,000 undergrads an opportunity to do research at an institution outside
of their home school, giving them access to experts and research
opportunities they would not otherwise have.
The complete article by Beth Miller can be found on UDaily at http://www.udel.edu/udaily/2017/september/research-disabilities-undergrads/
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Valery Gergiev and the LSO drove headlong into the busy Budapest traffic of Bartók's The Miraculous Mandarin Suite. Scurrying strings, squealing winds and honking brass all inform the ear that we are at ground level. Certainly, the eponymous Mandarin could probably pass the window of temptation in this tale of entrapment, robbery and murder at any height, but ordinary mortals, and particularly tramps and prostitutes, operate better in gravity's grasp. In this vivid performance, Bartók came over as one of the best composers Hollywood never had. I was reminded of Bernard Herrmann when LSO trombones slid up the jazzy minor 3rd, representing the three tramps who force the prostitute to tempt victims inside. The clarinet's "decoy game" here wonderfully delivered, depicted the salacious dance intended to reel in the gullible.
Moments of battery were aided by five percussionists plus timpani. However, it was also interesting to note the colourful contribution of quiet cymbals to the orchestral palate. Anyone even unconsciously aware of the limits of human breath surely felt the tension produced by unbelievably sustained horn notes, possible only by circular breathing or, more likely, superb relay teamwork.
The story's mortal dust-up denouement was conveyed through a fierce fugal passage, the first of several moments where the mighty LSO strings made their mark. Their energy spread through the orchestra until punchy brass figures showed what enthusiastic articulation brings to the rhythmic table. This was a fine opener delivered with all necessary sleaze and urgency.
Yefim Bronfman joined the orchestra for a work composed in Bartók's final year of failing health: Piano Concerto no. 3. Within the first movement, Bronfman had the opportunity to display a wide variety of textures and touches, from the light opening theme to dense Rachmaninovian chords which, at one point, accompany an orchestral theme. Orchestral touch was also to the fore in one moment which seems to conjure up a glorious free-fall.
Malcolm Gillies' fine programme note described the Adagio religioso's nod to Beethoven's "Hymn of Thanksgiving to the Divinity from a Convalescent" from his String Quartet in A minor, Op.132. In the movement's outer sections, which seemed almost free from the rigours of pulse, there was time to note Bronfman's fine touch at phrase endings. A more furtive scurrying mood informed the "night music" section.
The syncopated bounce of the closing Allegro vivace suggests more rude health than was to prove the case for Bartók. His increasing interest in Baroque counterpoint shone in an ebullient fugato passage which, beginning in Bronfman's left hand, then right, soon spread through the orchestra. The ability of the piano to allow a counter-intuitive increase of energy as one gets lower was striking as Bronfman approached the home straights. In appreciation of a very warm Usher Hall response, Bronfman honoured Bartók's late-in-life love of Baroque counterpoint with a delicately phrased and non-ostentatious performance of Scarlatti's Sonata in D minor Kk11. Given the density of texture of the three programmed works, this seemed an inspired sorbet of a choice.
102 years on, Stravinsky's The Rite of Spring feels as fresh and daring as ever. There always seems something new to notice in this most joyous racket. On this occasion choice of tempo revealed new elements in passages I thought I knew well. There was a beautifully executed rallentando just before the ghostly violin harmonics in the Introduction. This passage also included possibly the quietest muted trumpet note I can recall. "The Augurs of Spring" seemed faster than I'd ever heard it and I enjoyed seeing Gergiev's relaxed enjoyment of the energy surrounding him, suggesting complete trust in the orchestra. Conversely, "Spring Rounds" seemed slower than I'd heard before and this revealed a new element: that despite being a celebration of season – and therefore necessarily about time – the slowness allowed the music an essential element in ritual: to step outside time into another realm. The heavy drag of the strings here was very powerful and I enjoyed the experience of being stunned by slowness as opposed to, say, explosion.
Explosions were in plentiful supply though, in the midst of which it's impossible not to be impressed by the expertise, not to say courage, of the percussionists – especially timpanists Nigel Thomas and Antoine Bedewi. At the other end of the dynamic scale, I noted another example of the inestimable contribution of the quiet cymbal.
The final, fatal chord of this work is always a tense moment, preceded as it is by a dramatic pause. The gathering growl-into-shriek of the Leader's violin had a thrillingly primal character as it hurled us towards explosive closure. This high-powered evening closed with a perkily up-tempo encore: the March from Prokofiev's The Love for Three Oranges.


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"It's a museum of the 21st century, but locally inspired throughout," says Jacques Herzog exclusively to Perspective of the new cultural space in Hong Kong's West Kowloon Cultural District
Swiss architectural pioneer Herzog & de Meuron (HdM) has blazed a very singular trail across the globe's architectural landscape with its material interventions, at once countercultural and provocative, yet without ever screaming for attention. As co-founder Jacques Herzog makes his way around Hong Kong's nearcompleted M+ structure in the West Kowloon Cultural District on an autumn afternoon, he pauses to consider the moment. "I feel like I'm the museum's first visitor."
Dressed semi-casually in jeans and white shirt, Herzog is tall and talkative and matter-of-fact in his observations. How does he like the visit? "I'm positively surprised by the scale and proportions of the building," he notes, standing on the structure's podium, sounding invigorated for a man whose practice is four decades and more than 450 projects old. For the record, M+ is building number 415 in Herzog & De Meuron's portfolio. "The view underground and up through the podium I like very much."
Herzog explains how architects, much like members of the public, only have renderings to go on, not a three-dimensional version of a structure. "Yes. I like it, but I don't know how others will react, and I don't know how it will feel when it's finished; especially with art in it." Art will transform the spaces, he says, and give it a scale that in some way helps the architecture. "And then the architecture in a museum should feel good. It should make people want to visit, and explore the different gallery spaces and learn more."
Herzog's sentences flow, cantilever, arc and spiral much like his buildings' stacks, staircases, high-rises, pitches and subterranean slopes. He assembles, models and remodels conversation like one continuos morphological experiment. Adjuncts of insight, a historical ballast, a futuristic floater.
How did he feel the first time he set foot on the newly reclaimed ground of the West Kowloon site in 2012 and considered the challenge? "I found it very intriguing; nothing was here. And it was very difficult to do something from scratch. That was hard." And then the lights went on and everybody found home. "We discovered this preexisting infrastructure underground, the Airport Express tunnel, and what may have appeared to our competitors as something of a handicap, we found interesting. We turned that handicap into an asset and I think that was the key moment of our design. We decided we didn't want to hide it but unveil it. That's what rooted the project."
M+ are frontrunners and they have a special way to go, because they don't have the great historically built collections that you have in museums such as MoMA, or Tate Modern. M+ is about finding new ways. It establishes a different balance."
The excavations at M+ revealed the nature of what Herzog calls a "second order, a 'found space' that functions as both challenge to the artist and curator alike, a space of unprecedented potential". As a result, Herzog explains his team's design "went in an interesting direction. Normally in architecture you make such efforts to avoid other buildings or pre-existing structures but we saw it almost like an archaeological moment that gave the whole project a virginal quality".
And that quality will help the art grow. "For art to enter into the life of a city like Hong Kong, it has to come from below, from its own foundations," he says. "M+ does exactly that, by literally emerging from the city's underground."
It's a telling remark from a man who, together with Pierre de Meuron, walked onto the site of a dysfunctional power station in 1995 and repurposed elements of its pre-existing archaeology as London's Tate Modern, the world's most-visited art museum every year for the last decade. That was the trophy moment for HdM. Where Frank Gehry had the Guggenheim Bilbao, HdM had Tate. But unlike Gehry, they had repurposed a pre-existing structure. Tate "helped us understand what building and architecture could do, where you're not just fulfilling a brief but using the project to help create something else, a new part of a city".
And that provenance is written and built large and proud all over M+. "The Tate stands out; we learned a lot from it and I think this building [M+] would not have been possible without having done Tate." Herzog explains that the idea of advancing a cause and a culture in the process felt particularly prescient in Hong Kong, where he sees a lack of art history from the Western art canon being a distinct and leading-edge advantage.
This is especially true with regards to women and the arts. "I'm very happy there are many women showing art and in the curators' team here at M+." He explains that both MoMA in New York and the Tate Modern have recently been promoting the work of female artists and curators. "I think that's something that we may say is obvious and natural – but it wasn't until just a few years ago. I think M+ will do this from day one; in this way M+ are frontrunners and they have a special way to go, because they don't have the great historically built collections that you have in museums such as MoMA, or Tate Modern. M+ is about finding new ways. It establishes a different balance."
So how forward-looking does Herzog consider the M+ project in his portfolio? "I don't have clarity in this kind of thinking. All our buildings are different. Architecture is somehow old-fashioned, it has to work for the people and for a particular place; the question is only whether architecture is still working a few decades from now; how do we change as humans and how are we still responding to such buildings."
And especially to that screen. Rising up from M+, in an inverted T, is a vertical building that contains an LED screen, visible from all vantage points. Not an unfamiliar sight in Hong Kong but Herzog wanted to play with that idea, move it forward. "The screen is both familiar and subversive," he says. "So many screens exist in this city; we wanted this one to have a subversive quality, like an artistic message from the sky, yet it still blends with the commercial lights on other buildings, the commercial side of the city." To all intents and purposes it's a noncommercial artistic feature, like a canvas, for which work can be commissioned from artists. "It's both a physical and a mental space," adds Herzog. "We can't compete by building a tower in Hong Kong, but we can compete by offering separate needs. So, we offer the screen to artists, a museum as canvas for 21st-century Hong Kong."
The Tate stands out; we learned a lot from it and I think this building [M+] would not have been possible without having done Tate
Again, discretion was the better part of visual valour for HdM. "There are so many screens and bright lights in Hong Kong, which makes people totally invisible somehow, but doing it this way, at this scale, is much more interesting than if it stands out too dramatically." He explains that the project would be too "stand out" in London, New York or Berlin but that "here it's a vertical piece that is part of Hong Kong but also beyond that. It's a museum of the 21st century, but locally inspired throughout. Architecture must always work in its specific place. It cannot be transferred so easily".
As a parting gesture from Herzog, we venture up to the roof terrace on the third level of the building… and the strangest thing happens. The majestic view of Hong Kong's harbour unfolds in the most intimate way. From monumental and masculine, as the M+ structure can seem from outside, the space on the terrace is sublime. "When you are there, it's very low-rise, like a private home. Then as you step out onto the terrace it's like a big house, or villa, and the ocean's right there in front of you, so close. I think people will love that." Gehry wrote a letter to Herzog, so impressed was he by the firm's Bird's Nest stadium for the Beijing Olympics, saying it was the most important and unusual building since the Colosseum. It would be a step too far to make such a claim for this project, but the city's soon-to-open new visual culture museum may just be the creative communal lounge and canvas of choice the tall, small city of Hong Kong has been crying out for. Full marks to Herzog & de Meuron for M+ and then some.