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We all know how hard it can be trying to maintain healthy eating habits on vacation. But that should be no problem at all if you're spending your vacation in El Gouna. From long stretches of beautiful beaches and plenty of water sport activities, the energetic life that Gouna gives is now complemented quite nicely by a growing health conscious community and clean eating options. It's safe to say that Gouna is an ideal place to spend a care-free vacation because Gouna has it all. So here's our Gouna guide for eating out at some of our favorite places. Make this your healthiest visit yet!
Seventh Star
Lines on weekend days can be pretty rough at Seventh Star. But for good reason. It's the most convenient spot to indulge in delicious sandwiches, wraps, salads and fresh juices for both breakfast and lunch. Order their fresh orange juice along with their pesto chicken sandwich wrapped in whole wheat bread for a very wholesome meal. Their vegetarian omelet is pretty out of this world too.
SaigonThe concept behind Saigon is sharing – a tasting-driven selection of small portions that are meant to be shared in order to experience the menu in full. Adding the best value to your dining experience, there are plenty of healthy options on their menu. We recommend the veggie spring rolls (they're not fried!) and a chicken salad (always order dressing on the side) as a starters. The chicken coconut, their most famous fish platter and their steamed veggie rice are our go-to entrees. Bring friends and family along for the delicious ride!
Chez ChantalThe coziest spot in Gouna, Chez Chantal is a must to dine at. Expect only the exceptional here – quality steak and great fish specials on the menu made with clean, fresh ingredients. We recommend you order the fish special of the day as it is always the freshest. But avoid their buttery sauces and instead order their lemon vinaigrette on the side. If you are not a seafood foodie, definitely go for the chicken skewers with the curry sauce dip and a side of basmati rice and grilled veggies. Don't forget to bring your cash as they do not accept credit cards!
Il GelatoLooking for the best reward after making all these healthy decisions during your vacation? Il Gelato is the only shop in Gouna selling homemade Italian gelato. It's the best of both worlds – a delicious dessert made from only the most natural, all-natural ingredients. Our favorite flavors are lemon, almond, misteeka and mango, which tastes like you're eating an actual mango! Taste test all the flavors and when you decide which one is right for you, take it in a cup to go. Strolling along the marina is our favorite way to enjoy our gelato.


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Musical patriarch, actor and Grammy-winning singer-songwriter Loudon Wainwright III began his recording career in 1970 and has released 21 studio albums. One of the country's preeminent folk musicians, Wainwright is renowned for both humorous and touching songs. His latest release, the career-spanning retrospective 40 Odd Years (Shout! Factory), has 91 songs on four CDs, plus a DVD of collected performances. Wainwright performs with John Prine at 7:30 p.m., Friday, Nov. 18, at the Fox Tucson Theatre. Tickets are $38 to $59.
What was the first concert you ever saw?
About 1963, I saw the Isley Brothers at a roadhouse in Banksville, N.Y. I took notice of the guitar player in the band. He sported a $50 "process" (hairstyle) and played the guitar behind his back and with his teeth. Soon he would be going to England. It was Jimi Hendrix.
What are you listening to these days?
My new album, due out next year. It's called Older Than My Old Man Now.
What was the first album you owned?
I can't remember the first album, but the first single I bought was "All Shook Up" by Elvis.
What artist, genre or musical trend does everyone seem to love, but you just don't get?
Rap music.
What musical act, current or defunct, would you most like to see perform live?
Hank Williams Sr.
Musically speaking, what is your favorite guilty pleasure?
What song would you like to have played at your funeral?
My pet peeve is music in restaurants. Same goes for funerals.
What band or artist changed your life, and how?
Ramblin' Jack Elliott. After that, I bought a Martin D-28 (guitar).
Figurative gun to your head, what is your favorite album of all time?
The one I'm finishing up—Older Than My Old Man Now. It features a duet with Ramblin' Jack, as a matter of fact.

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Helen Kelley started running at a time in her life when many people would call it quits: She was a 40-year-old single mother with five kids under the age of 12, working full-time and going to school.
She'd squeeze in a run between the school bus and getting to work, or do a four-mile country route once the kids were settled in at night. "Even though it was difficult, I felt so much better running that I would fit it in no matter what," she says.
She got hooked on distance running after finishing the Indianapolis Mini Marathon in 2006, and went on to run the Chicago, Columbus, and even ran the Boston Marathon, while battling Achilles tendonitis and plantar fasciitis.
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On April 29, she'll be running the Big Sur International Marathon, the 81st birthday of her father, who passed away after battling lung cancer. "He was such an amazing individual," she says. "He worked hard and never complained. Not through raising nine children and keeping his business successful though tough financial times, or during his bouts with cancer."
Helen Kelley
Age: 46
Hometown: Westfield, Indiana
Family: Husband Jon and kids Heather (21), Camden (20), Bryce (17), Mackenzie (16), Braeden (14), Callie (12) and Reid (4). One grandson: Gabriel, 3 months.
Experience: Three marathons with a PR of 3:52; 11 half-marathons with a PR of 1:48. I have run many 5-Ks, five-milers, a couple of marathon relays, a 3-K, as well as some other race lengths. In 2009 my husband and I participated in six adventure races. Last year I did my first triathlon, and I hope to be able to do more this year.
RW Challenge Goal: I would like to run Big Sur in four hours, but the more I hear how difficult it is, I may change that to 4:15. My hopes are to feel good and strong throughout the race and enjoy the scenery and atmosphere.
Occupation: My undergrad and graduate degrees are in social work, and I've worked in various settings: group homes for developmentally disabled adults, schools, and hospitals. I have my teaching license, but since I had my son Reid, who is now 4, I have been home babysitting, which I'll do until he goes to school.
Biggest challenge: Finding the time for it. My husband works for Delta Airlines and lives in Philadelphia from Tuesday until Saturday. I have to be home by 7 a.m. when my older children leave for school and babysit until 6 p.m. My kids all play soccer, so many evenings are spent driving them to practice or games. So, I get up most days by 4:15-4:30 to meet my friends or head to the gym to run, swim, and workout with my trainer. My long runs are on Saturday when I beg one of the older kids to stay home with 4-year-old son Reid.
Biggest reward of training: Seeing results. Having struggled through injuries over the past few years, feeling stronger and being able to enjoy my long runs has been awesome. Working out with a trainer and swimming has made me a stronger runner and less injury prone.
Go-to piece of gear: My iPod. I make sure it is charged and ready to go before all of my runs. During the holidays I enjoyed listening to Josh Groban and Susan Boyle's Christmas CDs. Snow falling and Christmas music—what more could you ask for?
Favorite fuel: I head out so early for my morning run, and I generally don't have time to eat anything solid. So, I started using Hammer Nutrition's Espresso Gels. They taste great, sit well on my stomach, and the 50 mg of caffeine doesn't hurt!
Dream running partner: I would love to run with Kilian Jornet (two-time winner of the Ultra Trail du Mont Blanc). He is awesome, and it seems like he truly loves to run.
Mantra: I don't have any mantra. But as a kid I attended Culver Summer Schools. We did a lot of marching, so I find myself automatically counting to four—over and over! I also generally chew gum (it keeps my face relaxed).
Advice to beginners: Go slow when adding mileage and pacing. But, above all, have fun, join a group of runners, and run some races. It doesn't matter where you finish, but the feeling of accomplishment after you cross the finish line is awesome. I love talking to other participants and the volunteers—gotta love those volunteers.
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In designing the stage set, we did not focus on the potential historical analogy between the decline of ancient Rome and the rebirth of Italy as a nation, but rather on the theme of destruction as a prerequisite for renewal. In close alignment with Verdi, we chose two images that function in stark mutual contrast: the rubble and ruins of a devastated city in the prologue and an impenetrable forest in acts one, two, and three.
Both images rise vertically in front of the audience like three-dimensional pictures, whose depth is implicitly palpable but not really physically accessible. The singers and actors do not have much space at their disposal so that Pierre Audi's production focuses primarily on the singing and underplays the theatrical gesture. Both sets could date from any historical epoch: they are contemporary, evoking pictures from the daily news or the Internet, but they are also reminiscent of times past, like pictures of archaeological excavations. Miuccia Prada, with whom we also worked on the stage set, has created similarly ambivalent costumes that cannot be ascribed to a specific epoch.
The lighting was not to resemble natural light but to appear technical and artificial as in a hospital, an explosion or light seen through the lens of a low-light camera in nocturnal military operations. Changes in lighting generate ambivalent moods, especially in the forest, which remains in place for two acts until the end of the opera. The effect may be of great beauty, but also eerie and inescapable, as it must have looked to Hansel and Gretel in the fairytale or, in the real world, to the Roman legionaries of old in the forests of Germania or the American troops in Vietnam.
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There are new bands and artists joining our network of nearly 50K musicians and 1,000 industry pros on Gigmor every single day. When we find a band we really like, especially one that is established and has a lot of material, we at Gigmor like to shine the spotlight on their hard work.
Today's post is on the band Chisler out of Crystal Lake, Illinois. They have been together for two years and specialize in electronic rock and blues. Lead by guitarist and vocalist Mo Chisler, the band is currently touring around Southern Illinois and Northern Wisconsin. Chisler also consists of drummer Hagop Mikaelin and bassist Zach England. Check out their cover of Citizen Cope's "Bullet and a Target" below.
Mo and the band love playing covers but their originals have generated quite the buzz. Their single "I'm Gone" is well known throughout the communities they play in and is a true blues jam.
Chisler is openly looking to gig and jam with new people so if you like their sound make sure to give them a follow on Gigmor as well as check out their band's website.
Despite Chisler being new to Gigmor they have done a lot to promote their band online. If you're looking for some exposure uploading cover and original live videos onto the web is a good place to start; all emerging bands that have the opportunity to perform live should be utilizing Youtube and Facebook to upload their performances! It's the digital age, and the more online exposure artists have will only increase the chances of someone discovering your music. (We get it you have an emotional attachment to your staple gun and flyer, but it's time to for the stragglers to adapt, even if you do it begrudgingly.) Check out a couple more stellar covers from Chisler below.
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Quick Reads
Haffner, Rev. Debra and Timothy Palmer. "Don't Bury Sexual Justice Beneath Common Ground," Tikkun magazine, January 2008.
Veazey, Rev. Dr. Carlton. "Sex and Silence: A Pastor's View," National Sexuality Resource Center, San Francisco State University.
West, Rev. Dr. Traci. "The Theology of Sexuality," Sex and the Church, General Board of Church and Society, United Methodist Church.
Religious Coalition for Reproductive Choice
Resources for Faith-Based Communities, National Coalition to Support Sexuality Education
Planned Parenthood Pro-Choice Religious Network
Sexuality and Religion: What's the Connection? (Rev. Debra Haffner's blog)
A Time to Build: Creating Sexually Healthy Faith Communities. Religious Institute, 2002.
A Time to Every Purpose: The Language of Sexual Morality, Justice, and Healing. Religious Institute, 2008.
A Time to Seek: Study Guide on Sexual and Gender Diversity. Religious Institute, 2007.
A Time to Speak: Faith Communities and Sexuality Education, 2nd ed. Religious Instiute, 2007.
De La Torre, Miguel A. A Lily Among the Thorns: Imagining a New Christian Sexuality. San Francisco: Jossey-Bass, 2007.
Douglas, Kelly Brown. Sexuality and the Black Church: A Womanist Perspective. Maryknoll, NY: Orbis, 1999.
Ellison, Marvin M. and Sylvia Thorson-Smith, eds. Body and Soul: Rethinking Sexuality as Justice-Love. Cleveland: Pilgrim Press, 2003.
Farley, Margaret A. Just Love: A Framework for Christian Sexual Ethics. New York: Continuum, 2006.
Haffner, Debra W. A Time to Heal: Protecting Children and Ministering to Sex Offenders. Norwalk, CT: Religious Institute, 2002.
Hunt, Mary E., Patricia Beattie Jung and Radhika Balakrishnan, eds. Good Sex: Feminist Perspectives from the World's Religions. Piscataway, NJ: Rutgers University Press, 2001.
Jordan, Mark D. The Ethics of Sex. Malden, MA: Wiley-Blackwell, 2002.
Nelson, James B. and Sandra P. Longfellow, eds. Sexuality and the Sacred: Sources for Theological Reflection. Louisville: Westminster John Knox Press, 1994.


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Market Wrap: Analysts Expect Positive Bitcoin Returns in December
Bitcoin was stuck in a tight trading range between $55,000 and $58,000 on Wednesday as some analysts expect bullish sentiment to return this month given positive seasonal trends.
The bitcoin Fear & Greed Index entered "extreme fear" territory during last week's sell-off. The index is at the lowest level since late-September, which preceded a BTC price bounce. Additionally, technical indicators are starting to rise from oversold levels as price pullbacks remain limited.
"Here we see a classic market pattern: consolidation at an important level in September, a breakout and subsequent steady and methodical buying throughout October and the first half of November, and finally a period of correction and cooling off in November while maintaining significant levels," Alex Kuptsikevich, an analyst at FxPro, wrote in an email to CoinDesk.
"Now, the correction and consolidation look complete, and the ether looks set to rewrite historical highs," Kuptsikevich wrote.
Latest Prices
Bitcoin (BTC): $56,799, -1.0%Ether (ETH): $4,568.9, -1.5%S&P 500: -1.2%Gold: $1,779, +0.2%10-year Treasury yield closed at 1.421%
November pullbacks
Litecoin (LTC) and ether (ETH) outperformed the CoinDesk 20, which includes some of the largest cryptocurrencies by market capitalization. Bitcoin was down roughly 9% last month, while Cardano's ADA token and dogecoin (DOGE) were down about 20% during the same period.
Outside of the CoinDesk 20, metaverse tokens generated significant returns in November. Arcane Research noted that Decentraland's MANA token was up about 70% over the past month, which contributed to the overall price rise in tokens with smaller market capitalizations.
"We see that seven of the top 10 coins by market capitalization [generated] a negative weekly change in market share, meaning that the smaller coins are catching up [to large-cap coins]," Arcane Research wrote.
Additionally, layer one (L1) tokens are on the rise following the Ethereum blockchain network upgrade in early August. "High gas fees on the ETH chain have become a norm now," Pankaj Balani, CEO of Delta Exchange, wrote in an email to CoinDesk.
"This has forced participants to move to other L1 chains that provide cheaper & faster transactions over CeFi (centralized finance) and DeFi (decentralized finance) platforms. We expect this trend to continue going forward into the next quarter as well," Balani wrote.
Strong December for bitcoin?
The chart below shows average returns for bitcoin by month. Typically, BTC has positive returns in the fourth quarter, which is why some traders remain poised for a year-end rally across cryptocurrencies. Based on seasonal data, however, BTC's upside could be limited as January tends to produce negative returns.
Altcoin roundup
DEX aggregator 1inch raises $175 million Series B funding round: 1inch Network's latest fundraising round was led by Amber Group, with more than 50 additional investors participating, CoinDesk's Andrew Thurman reported. 1inch co-founder Sergej Kunz noted that 1inch, which previously closed funding rounds of $12 million and $2.8 million, is aiming to use the new money to bring in investment partners with institutional experience. The list of notable investors included Alameda Research, Celsius, Jane Street and VanEck.Digital asset manager 21Shares announces Polygon exchange-traded product: The news sent the Ethereum sidechain's MATIC token up 16% as of Wednesday afternoon, CoinDesk's Lyllah Ledesma reported. The new listing for the 21Shares' ETP, which the company says is Europe's first product linked to MATIC's performance, comes after it was unveiled on the SIX Swiss Exchange last month. Polygon's MATIC was recently trading at around $2.05, still well off its all-time high of $3 reached in May.Metaverse tokens SAND and MANA big winners in November: Hype over the untapped value of the "metaverse" sent tokens such as Sandbox's SAND, Decentraland's MANA and others to all-time highs in November, amid surging interest from cryptocurrency traders and Wall Street alike. The price rallies followed Facebook's announcement in October that it would rebrand as Meta, with a new mission that aims to "bring the metaverse to life."
Relevant News
Jury in Kleiman v. Wright Civil Suit Says It 'Cannot Come to a Decision'Morgan Stanley Sees Crypto-Banking Regulation Arriving Faster Than ExpectedCrypto.com to Acquire Nadex, Small Exchange From IG Group for $216MMarathon Digital Expands Compute North Hosting Agreement to More Than 100K Bitcoin Miners
Other markets
Most digital assets in the CoinDesk 20 ended the day lower.
Notable winners as of 21:00 UTC (4:00 p.m. ET):
Polygon (MATIC), +7.0%Algorand (ALGO): +5.4%
Notable losers:
Polkadot (DOT): -4.5%Dogecoin (DOGE): -3.8%


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First of all, Senator Richard Lugar does a good job explaining why I didn't vote for him in his concession speech. Here's the part I found especially revealing.
If Mr. Mourdock is elected, I want him to be a good Senator. But that will require him to revise his stated goal of bringing more partisanship to Washington. He and I share many positions, but his embrace of an unrelenting partisan mindset is irreconcilable with my philosophy of governance and my experience of what brings results for Hoosiers in the Senate. In effect, what he has promised in this campaign is reflexive votes for a rejectionist orthodoxy and rigid opposition to the actions and proposals of the other party. His answer to the inevitable roadblocks he will encounter in Congress is merely to campaign for more Republicans who embrace the same partisan outlook. He has pledged his support to groups whose prime mission is to cleanse the Republican party of those who stray from orthodoxy as they see it.
This is not conducive to problem solving and governance. And he will find that unless he modifies his approach, he will achieve little as a legislator. Worse, he will help delay solutions that are totally beyond the capacity of partisan majorities to achieve. The most consequential of these is stabilizing and reversing the Federal debt in an era when millions of baby boomers are retiring. There is little likelihood that either party will be able to impose their favored budget solutions on the other without some degree of compromise.
This is why Lugar is part of the problem. I do not want my representatives in Washington compromising with bad policies. I want them to fight for Conservative values and policies. It is no good to meet halfway, people who are leading the country off a cliff. I do not want to slow the progress of the US towards Socialism. I want us to change course and go back to limited, constitutional government. Lugar seems to want agreement for the sake of agreement. That won't work anymore.
Mourdock's victory is attributed to TEA Party activists and particularly Freedomworks. There is a lot of truth to that but there is more to it. The remarkable tumbling of incumbents all over the country is really the result of more people paying attention to politics and getting involved. The Internet and social media have lowered the barriers of entry, so to speak, and many of the old rules no longer apply. I think that American politics is going to become somewhat more volatile. I don't think we are likely to see one party in control of Congress for thirty or forty years anymore, nor will either party have some sort of lock on Presidential elections
I hope that this is the end of the idea where a person gets elected to congress and then is automatically elected term after term until he holds that seat by some sort of divine right. It really doesn't take long for politicians to become acclimated to the Washington culture, and if we can't have term limits, then we need to pay close attention to what our representatives are actually doing and get rid of them when they get too comfortable.
I see that the mainstream media has wasted no time in portraying Mourdock as an extremist. Here are parts of the editorial in the Louisville Courier Journal.
More likely, though, is that Republicans like Mr. Lugar are becoming an endangered species in the radical, take-no-prisoners direction his party is headed.
No, forget "headed." It has all but reached its destination of a my-way-or-the-highway road block. It is no coincidence that Mr. Mourdock was backed by what once would have been a triumvirate of the GOP fringe — Palin/Bachmann/Santorum — that's taking over the party's landscape.
So, exit Mr. Lugar, who was judged wrong by tea partiers and others on this election cycle's hot-button issues:
He was pilloried for seeking bipartisan solutions to the nation's challenges.
He was criticized for supporting the qualified Supreme Court nominees of President Obama — indeed, for not putting enough daylight between himself and the chief executive whose initiatives the GOP has made its mission to stonewall and all but shut down. He was thumped for supporting economic measures that saved the country from falling into the abyss of a depression.
Yes, I want the GOP to stonewall and shut down as much of Obama's policies as possible. I believe that Obama's policies, if successful, will do a lot of damage to the country. Why would I want my representatives to help him? This idea that Obama's stimulus package saved the country from a depression can never be proved, as it is a hypothetical. What we do know is that the President spent a lot of money we don't have, with no tangible results.
Also overlooked was Mr. Lugar's longtime record of principled, conservative stewardship. But his steady-as-he-goes style and substance — "A gentle, thoughtful, persuasive, persistent but wise course of action is a winner," he has said — clearly doesn't play with a crowd that follows a leader that crows, "The message to the establishment is, 'You're our servants. We're the masters. Do what you're supposed to do, adhere to the Constitution or we'll fire you" (Greg Fettig, founder of Hoosiers for Conservative Senate, in politico.com).
Well, yes. I guess it must seem extreme and radical to the main stream media that our representatives should obey us and not the other way around. That is a concept called democracy. Maybe the editors of the Courier Journal have heard of it.
I think that it is odd that people as far to the left as Barack Obama and Nancy Pelosi believe the TEA Party is too extreme. I think that the TEA Party could best be described as center-right. Most TEA Party organizations focus on economic issues and take positions that might be considered as common-sense conservative. They tend to avoid divisive social and culture war issues. The Left favors same-sex marriage, unrestricted taxpayer-funded abortion on demand, a government takeover of whole sectors of the economy, confiscatory taxation, and many other things considered anathema by the majority of the American people. Who are the crazed radicals then?
Related articles
- Mourdock Defeat Lugar In Indiana's Republican Primary Election (freeinternetpress.com)
- Lugar loss has stark lessons for Obama, Romney (mercurynews.com)
- Lugar loses Indiana re-election bid (upi.com)


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DENVER -- Colorado Gov. John Hickenlooper and a rising star state lawmaker are scheduled to address the Democratic National Convention ahead of Hillary Clinton accepting the party's nomination, organizers announced Thursday.
Hickenlooper made the Clinton campaign's list of potential vice presidential candidates — though it looks unlikely he will get the nod — but remains in contention for a potential cabinet post if Democrats win in November.
"It's an honor to take part in the Democratic National Convention next week and to have the opportunity to speak to so many Americans about the ways we can come together to tackle the challenges our country is facing," Hickenlooper said in a statement. "That's what we've done here in Colorado and that's exactly the type of approach to problem-solving Hillary will bring to the White House.
"Hillary will make history at this convention when she accepts our party's nomination for President, and I'm humbled to be a part of it," he said.
State Rep. Crisanta Duran, a Denver Democrat and House majority leader, will also get a moment in the spotlight when Democrats convene Monday in Philadelphia for the party confab.
"It's an absolute honor to be invited to speak to fellow Democrats next week at our national convention," Duran said in statement. "The stakes in this election are high, and it's critically important that we unite around our shared principles as progressives to keep the White House in Democratic hands."
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Yele Haiti, the charity Wyclef Jean founded in 2009 after an earthquake demolished much of the country, is once again under fire for improper conduct and use of charitable funds, The Hollywood Reporter reports.
The organization has been under investigation by the Attorney General of the State of New York for the last year, and is said to have officially ceased operations some time this summer after the organization passed on making a $600,000 settlement agreement over misuse of millions.
This week, the New York Times published a detailed account of Yele's financial records, which revealed many shocking details. After earning $16 million in 2010, the report revealed that the organization spent almost $9 million on office space, employee salaries and performance fees for Jean. Vendors who worked with the organization in the past are claiming they still have not been paid in full, while the Times reveals that a forensic audit showed that Jean's family members received half a million dollar salaries for unnamed, unfinished projects.
Yesterday, the entertainer posted the following message on his Facebook page:
According to Jean's spokesperson Melanie A. Bonvicino, " At present my client Wyclef Jean and his legal team are working "assiduously" to resolve any pending issues with respect to Yele prior to its closing, as Mr. Jean continues his tireless commitment to his "beloved" country by remaining steadfast in his efforts to encourage the global community to join him in supporting ongoing relief efforts in Haiti."
Fans followed up with mixed reactions. Many call him "a thief" who "should be in jail," while others continue to show support for the star and the efforts he has put forth to "help his people." What are your thoughts on this recent controversy? Do you believe Jean's management of the charity's funds was inappropriate or necessary? Tells us in the comments below.
Wyclef Jean's Yele Haiti Charity Shuts Down Amid Legal Troubles
Yele Haiti, the charity Wyclef Jean founded in 2009 after an earthquake demolished much of the country, is once again under fire for improper conduct and use of charitable funds, The Hollywood Reporter reports.


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It seems like everywhere you look these days, someone, somewhere is trying their hand at impersonating Adele. Miss Piggy, the cast of "Saturday Night Live," even Adele herself have made attempts at embodying the beloved singer.
Their efforts, of course, come with good reason. The only thing more beautiful than Adele's sultry voice is, well, Adele.


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Initially, brand communities were recognized as a proper alternative for performing relationship marketing (Berry, 1995). The main idea behind relationship marketing was keeping one-on-one relationships with customers to enhance their loyalty and satisfaction; however, developing such relationships was not cost efficient (Iaccobucci, 1994). It would be more difficult for a firm to keep a distinct relationship with each one of its customers than having agents who would do so on the behalf of the firm. Therefore, brand communities, in which consumers perform many tasks on a brand's behalf, can efficiently actualize relationship marketing (Muniz & O'Guinn, 2001). In a brand community each customer has a set of relationships with the brand and other customers.
Vigilante Marketing: "Unpaid advertising and marketing efforts, including one-to-one, one-to-many, and many-to-many commercially oriented communications, undertaken by brand loyalists on behalf of the brand" (Muniz & Schau, 2007 AU30: The citation "Muniz & Schau, 2007" matches the reference "Muñiz, Schau, 2007", but an accent or apostrophe is different. , p. 35).
Advertising: "Any paid form of non-personal presentation and promotion of ideas; goods or services by an identified sponsor" (Kotler & Armstrong, 2007 AU28: The in-text citation "Kotler & Armstrong, 2007" is not in the reference list. Please correct the citation, add the reference to the list, or delete the citation. , p. 486).
Social media: "A group of Internet-based applications that build on the ideological and technological foundations of Web 2.0, and allow the creation and exchange of User Generated Content" ( Kaplan & Haenlein, 2010 , p. 61).
Communication: "The specific blend of promotion tools that the company uses to persuasively communicate customer value and build customer relationships" (Kotler & Armstrong, 2007 AU29: The in-text citation "Kotler & Armstrong, 2007" is not in the reference list. Please correct the citation, add the reference to the list, or delete the citation. , p. 456).
Brand Community: "A specialized, non-geographically bound community, based on a structured set of social relations among admirers of a brand" ( Muniz & O'Guinn, 2001 , p. 412).


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Signs of a Shift on Brexit; What Will Michael Cohen Say?
Author: Greg Valliere
February 26, 2019
STILL ANOTHER POTENTIAL NEGATIVE FOR THE MARKETS may be diminishing as a major concern — a delay or even a re-vote on Brexit may be in the works.
WITH INVESTORS ENJOYING enjoying a dovish Fed, reduced chances of a recession, and progress on China trade talks, Brexit has been cited as one of the few genuine worries, a great threat to U.K. and European economies. But the outlook may be shifting.
THERE WERE REPORTS OVERNIGHT THAT Prime Minister Theresa May is considering a delay in the March 29 U.K. exit from the EU, a high-risk move that reflects her inability to secure a workable Brexit deal. She previously has rejected a delay; if she's now wavering, May could face major defections from her inner circle and Conservatives in general. But Labour leader Jeremy Corbin also faces growing dissent in his party, so he has taken an equally bold risk — calling for a second referendum.
OUR SENSE IS THAT both Labour and Conservative leaders are so worried about a public revolt and a Brexit disaster that each party is willing to consider a new approach. A second referendum might not change the electoral outcome, and May perhaps cannot ever win an acceptable exit — but both of these developments could buy time, which, at the least, could diminish chances of chaos at the end of March. The pound has rallied on this news, with good reason.
WHAT WILL MICHAEL COHEN SAY? As we wrote yesterday, Jay Powell's congressional testimony today will be the big market story, but Michael Cohen will be impossible to ignore, based on leaks about what he will discuss. Democrats who have already interrogated Cohen say he will provide new information on Donald Trump's desire for a Russian business deal just months before the 2016 presidential election.
AND SOURCES ARE REPORTING that Cohen will discuss Trump's hush payment to Stormy Daniels in great deal, while also testifying about Trump's financial dealings. The president's allies will dismiss Cohen as a convicted felon with a history of lying, but this could take some of the glitz away from Trump's summit with Kim Jong-un — which may be the goal on Capitol Hill.
CONGRESS AS THEATRE: Cohen's testimony will reinforce a trend — Congress is far more interested in political stunts than actually enacting legislation. A vote to kill Trump's declaration of emergency will probably pass in both houses, but a successful veto is certain and everyone knows it. The Republicans, meanwhile, want a vote on the "Green New Deal" knowing that it will fail — but this will force Democrats to take a risky position on a radical piece of legislation. And then there's the Cohen circus today.
THIS WELL-SCRIPTED CONGRESSIONAL THEATRE is largely aimed at an election that's still over a year and a half away. We'll stick with our call that the real news will come from Powell, who sees no recession — and, crucially, no inflation threat.
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We are passionate about education!
The spectacular volcanic island of Tenerife offers a unique opportunity for school and 6th Form pupils to experience the educational adventure of a lifetime. Our mission is to deliver the best possible experience for them.
GeoTenerife is a specialist educational UK tour operator servicing Tenerife with a permanent, dedicated presence on the island. This means we have the best local knowledge, access and networks in Tenerife for educational trips.
Our genuine desire to promote the scientific learning potential of the island is backed by twenty years' experience in the field. We don't "bolt on" existing tourist trips to our itineraries – we develop our own. Thanks to our long term collaboration agreements with a range of local experts and institutions, we can offer access to a unique learning experience and provide exciting behind-the-scenes visits to installations. No two trips are alike and we work with you to ensure your students get the most out of your time on the island.
Our students and teachers rate our trips as "excellent" or "very good" and our groups rebook with us year after year. Here's why:
UK Accreditation: We are a UK company and members of ABTA. We are currently undergoing School Travel Forum certification, and expect to achieve full membership and quality accreditation in 2019.
Local subsidiary: GeoTenerife has a fully-owned subsidiary and fulltime staff on the island of Tenerife (Viajes y Prácticas Científicas GeoTenerife SL). This is important, as it means we are:
As soon as you book with us, you will be assigned your own dedicated coordinator in Tenerife who will help you from start to finish:
Experts: We are the only UK travel company to have signed collaboration agreements with a range of leading local institutions. This allows us to run internationally-renowned programmes (GeoIntern) and courses (Field School) for university undergraduates. It also means we can supply extraordinary bilingual experts to teach your students during your time in Tenerife.
Accommodation: We are the only UK school trips organiser with our very-own Field Trip Centre on the island. Having worked with hotels for our groups in the past, we came to the conclusion that having our students share their accommodation with other tourists was not acceptable for security but also educational purposes. We wanted to provide an environment for accommodation that was safe, fun and engaging, while also being conducive to learning. In 2018-20 we have undertaken a large capital investment to upgrade our historic HQ to accommodate groups in comfort, with all the parallel facilities and amenities required for groups – see accommodation
Focus: We are dedicated to the Canary Islands. We don't run school trips anywhere else. We like to work in 12-month a year sunshine, with the longest hours of daylight on the planet. It means we get a lot crammed in! We are also passionate about Tenerife as an Island Classroom, and we constantly strive to improve all aspects of your students' learning experience.
TENERIFE, the perfect Island Classroom
The Island of Tenerife juts proudly out of the Atlantic Ocean to the west of Africa and is the largest of the seven Canary Islands. Its stunningly beautiful yet rugged coastline and warm climate are a true paradise for adventurous travellers and its dramatic landscape provides a perfect backdrop to explore new terrains and seek out new thrills. It is the perfect destination for educational school travel trips.
For many, the Canary Islands conjure up visions of sun, sea and Sangria. But think again. After 12 million years of volcanic creation, Tenerife isn't an island to underestimate. Whilst perhaps more commonly thought of as a sun-worshipping destination, it is in fact a biodiversity hot spot with over 300 volcanoes of varying types and sizes. The most prominent, Mount Teide, is in fact the third largest in the world from the sea floor, and the last eruption in its surrounding volcanic complex was in 1909, a mere 110 years ago at Chinyero.
And despite its small surface area, Tenerife can claim to have an astonishing wealth of ecological diversity. With a widespread network of microclimates and corresponding habitats, there are hundreds of native flora and fauna species, including unique insects, reptiles, birds and over 100 plant species to be found exclusively on the island. With this in mind, it's a paradise for aspiring botanists, zoologists, scientists and naturalists to seek out wonders of the natural world.
Mount Teide, a World Heritage Site, is Spain's only dormant volcano and the eruption of its Pico Viejo vent formed the world's fifth longest lava tube. With lava fields from a range of different types of volcanic eruptions, it's a little known fact that Tenerife has a greater range of geology on display than Hawaii. Pyroclastic flows generated by ultra-Plinian type eruptions over 12 million years have deposited a large range of ignimbrites of varying geomorphologies associated to explosive volcanism. This makes Tenerife a unique destination for the study of volcanology and geology.
GeoTenerife has in-depth knowledge of hidden gems and remarkable sites for your students to see and study – whether you want to stick to the National Park (but away from the crowds) or venture further afield.
Let us surprise and delight you. We pride ourselves on providing unique trips – at a highly competitive price.
Let GeoTenerife take the strain!
GeoTenerife can tailor-make your trip to suit your requirements and level of study. For example:
Sample GEOGRAPHY school trip
Topics to be learnt can include:
PLEASE NOTE: If your group intends to carry out any field work whatsoever on the island, you must secure a relevant permit from the local authorities. GeoTenerife can organise this for you. Failure to do this can result in hefty fines for the group concerned.
We like to include a mixture of educational and fun elements to our trips. In our experience kids learn more and engage better if they are relaxed and enjoying themselves. For this sample itinerary we would suggest:
How it works:
We organise all your accommodation, transport and logistics on-island.
We also organise all your extras, including any teaching requirements either at the accommodation or out in the field; programme your tailor-made itinerary; procure permits and line up any extras like the farewell BBQ we can offer.
We risk assess all our accommodation, logistics and activities, so you don't have to.
We are members of ABTA, the UK Travel Association, which means all our trips are fully underwritten and you can book with confidence.
Email firstname.lastname@example.com outlining the size and age of your group plus the number of nights you'd like to stay. We will check availability and send you an estimate and a basic outline for your trip.
Once you have decided to go ahead, you need to pay a 25% deposit to book* and we put you straight in touch with your dedicated field trip coordinator who will spend time assessing all your specific requirements for your trip before scheduling your detailed itinerary and setting everything up on your behalf.
The same coordinator will meet you at the airport on arrival, and accompany you throughout your time in Tenerife to ensure the smooth running of every aspect of your trip.
*To book, we require a 25% deposit. Please note your booking is not secure until you have paid your deposit. Balance due 12 weeks before travel. Please note our trips do NOT include flights and those are your responsibility to book. We do collaborate with a local partner that can organise your flights for you and we would be happy to put you in touch, or you can use online comparison sites like SkyScanner. There are so many low cost options available to Tenerife, we just concentrate on what we're good at…
Delivering great educational trips in the Canaries!
Please note that all our trips are subject to our Fieldtrip Terms and Conditions.
We ask you to ensure you read these thoroughly prior to travelling with us and adhere to them throughout.
We are a member of ABTA which means you have the benefit of ABTA's assistance and Code of Conduct. We provide full financial protection for your money.


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It is no secret that the general environment in this day and age has seriously ill bearings on the health. People have very little time to look after their health and act as if they are robots. One of the major effects of such a scenario is the growing number of people with Belly Fat. Obesity is at an all-time high and many doctors are suggesting that the situation can get totally out of hand in the coming years.
For most people, the desire of being fit is present but they either do not have the time or the discipline to get the job done. They know that being overweight is bad for health but practically do little to counter the issue. There are some steps that a person can take to achieve success in this task. Let's have a look at relatively simple steps for Reducing Belly Fat.
Drink Water
Water is one of man's best friends. If you are adequately hydrated, you will generally not overeat. Many a times thirst is confused for hunger. Drinking colder water also helps as six glasses a day can burn 50 calories.
Sleep Well
Ensure that you get adequate sleep during the night. It has been found through research that under sleeped people tend to have cravings for fatty foods.
Eat Smart
With junk food available with ease, many people tend to eat it for convenience. Take the pain and ensure that you make your lunch. Not only will it cut on the extra calories from deep frying and that high doses of sodium, it will also save you tons of money over a period of time.
Watch Your Snacks
Snacking too can be a cause of pot belly. Avoid high calorie snacks that are easily available in market. They often have little in terms of nutritional value and are high in fats and sugars. Plus a bag of chips may have 5 servings in it. Most people tend to eat the whole thing in one go instead of five. Try healthier snacks like fresh fruits and vegetables. They are full of vitamins and minerals that the body needs and do not have fats.
Dinner Table hacks
Try to have a chair where you have your back to the food so that the cravings through visual stimulus can be avoided. Use smaller dinner plates so that you do not fill it too much. Chewing well also helps big time in avoiding consumption of too much food.
Get Off that Chair
Do not sit on your office chair all day long. Try to take a few steps every half hour. Grab a glass of water or just go to the corner and comeback. It also reduces the risk of heart disease in the longer run. You can also request a standing table if the option is available.
Park at a Distance
Do not look for the nearest parking spot and try to park at a distance from your office so that you can take a walk. People who maintain a slim waistline often follow this trick.
Enjoy Life
Do not take stress all the time and try to be happy. Stress can do a lot of harm to the body and people tend to eat a lot more during stress periods. It also has ill effects on the overall functionality of the body.
If these steps do not work and you do not witness substantial results after a considerable amount of time, you should get treated. Laser liposuction is an excellent option in this regard.
To learn more about Laser liposuction or to schedule a procedure, visit us at Laser Skin Care. Alternatively, you can sign up for a free online consultation by taking a minute to fill in the form given below.


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How many wedding dress quilts have you made?
As of the end of 2018, I have made over 90 wedding dress quilts and pillows.
How is a wedding dress quilt made?
How involved is the client in the design of the dress?
I have a conversation with the client before starting the quilt, to find out what they are envisioning, special requests (color, quilting design) and to finalize details. I don't begin the quilt until the client has approved the design. During the quilt-making process, I verify any design changes, and send pictures.
What do you charge for a quilt or pillow?
A custom quilt approximately 36'' x 42" costs $450. A custom pillow approximately 12" x 16" costs $150.
Do you use anything other than the wedding dress?
Normally I only use the materials from the wedding dress for the top of the quilt. Often the lining is nice enough to use, if the dress is lace, sheer, or ruffled.
What if there isn't' enough fabric in the dress?
If the client agrees, I can use purchased satin for the "base" of the quilt top, and use their dress for details and embellishment, etc.
What size are the quilts?
How do you decide on the size?
The size of the quilt depends on the amount of fabric available in the dress, and the design of the quilt. I no longer make larger "bed sized" wedding dress quilts, there usually isn't enough material, and the delicacy of the fabric may not hold up in a larger, heavier quilt.
How long does it take to make a wedding dress quilt?
My timeline is usually 4-6 weeks. I usually spend 20+ hours designing the quilt, and 2+ weeks doing the actual quilting.
Do you remove the trim? Beading?
It really depends on the dress. If I can incorporate the trim into the design of the quilt without removing it, that is my preference. If not, I carefully remove the trim, being careful not to clip any threads holding sequins or beads in place. If I lose beads during the quilting I will try to re-attach them.
Do I need to have the dress cleaned?
The dress should be clean. If the dress is in good shape, or has previously been cleaned, it does not need to be cleaned before sending it to me. It really depends on the condition of the dress. Be aware that stains that you can't see can appear later as the fabric ages.
What if the dress is stained or the hem is dirty?
If there is enough fabric, I can cut around stains or the hem.
What about lace?
What about ruffles?
What about chiffon or stretchy material?
Can you make a quilt out of an older dress?
Yes, I have made quilts from dresses that are over 60 years old, when the dress is in good condition.
Do you put names and date on the front of the quilt?I have an embroidery machine and can embroider names and date onto the front of the quilt (approximately 4" x 6").
Can you incorporate other colors or bridesmaids' dresses?
Yes, I can often use the fabric from the bridesmaids' dresses, or I can get fabric or thread in different colors to use in the quilt.
What kind of batting do you use?
For quilts, I use a wool batting, that is soft, quilts well, and resists creasing. For quilts to be used as wall hangings, I use a cotton/poly batting, which is a little stiffer and hangs flatter.
What backing do you use?
I provide a nice cotton batting, usually white.
What kind of label do you put on the quilt?
I print a specially treated fabric label that is hand sewn on the back of the quilt. The label can have names, date, a picture, invitation, or whatever the client would like.
What do you do with any leftover scraps?
If the client requests, I can return leftovers with the finished quilt. Or, I can use them for baby gowns that I make as a volunteer seamstress for NICU Helping Hands


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Today, there were 23 news stories on Google News about the Japanese-American veterans of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, who will receive the Congressional Gold Medal in Washington, DC next week. Curiously, only one of these news articles mentioned that the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team liberated a sub-camp of Dachau near the end of World War II.
Here is a quote from this newspaper which I found in my google search:
The 100th was the first combat unit to be comprised exclusively of Japanese-Americans from Hawaii, according to the National Veterans Network, a coalition of Japanese-American veteran and civic organizations. The men had been drafted for the Hawaii National Guard before the Pearl Harbor attack, and in the weeks that followed they guarded Hawaii's beaches and coastlines, the organization said. The 442nd was organized in March 1943, after a call for volunteers from the War Department.
"Today, the 100th and 442nd, known as the Go for Broke regiment, still stand as the most highly decorated units in United States Army history for size and length of service in battle," the veterans network said in a letter to Sen. Barbara Boxer, D-Calif.
"It was these men who rescued the Lost Battalion, fought in the Battle of Monte Cassino, broke through the Gothic Line, liberated a Dachau subcamp … ," the letter continued.
I learned from the many news articles that 39 members of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team and Military Intelligence Service will receive a Bronze Medal next week in Washington, D.C., for their service. The 100th Infantry Battalion will receive the Congressional Gold Medal of Honor next Wednesday at Emancipation Hall at the U.S. Capitol in Washington, DC.
I also read in the news that the 442nd was an all Japanese-American unit that fought in Europe during World War II, beginning in 1944. Many of these soldiers' families were in internment camps in America. The 442nd was a self-sufficient fighting force and fought with uncommon distinction in Italy, southern France and Germany, according to the news. The unit became the most highly decorated regiment in the history of the U.S. armed forces. Its roster included 21 Medal of Honor recipients. But what about the liberation of one of the sub-camps of Dachau? Why was this left out of the news?


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9th year of Raspberry pi
This year is the Raspberry Pi 's 9th Birthday so I thought it would be the perfect time to look back onto the history of the Raspberry Pi its self. Join us for our Pi Day timeline!
2006 and the Early PCBs:
The earliest versions…


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Looking for that perfect position? Browse our extensive, updated list of local openings.
Need to hire an expert? Contact us today, and we'll find a candidate who's the perfect FIT for your company.
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Think Twice Before Posting:
Social Media Posts Can Impact Immigration to the US
If you are one of the 3.484 billion people who use social media and you are seeking an immigration benefit, you'll want to think twice before posting. Since September 2019, visa applicants abroad have been required to disclose their social media profiles, past email addresses, and phone numbers. U.S. Consular Officers are required to review your information before deciding your case.
This practice is not new. U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP), and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) have been reviewing your social media since 2017. This protocol is now expanded to the U.S. Consulates and everyone is subject to scrutiny. So, unless you are a U.S. citizen, the government probably knows more about you than you think.
What Do I Have To Disclose If I Apply for a Visa Abroad?
If you're applying for a visa, you can expect to disclose the following information on forms DS-160, Nonimmigrant Visa Application and Form DS-260, Immigrant Visa Electronic Application:
- Disclose all your social media platforms used within the last 5 years
- Give the government your user names/handles for each social media platform (you do not have to give them passwords)
- Disclose all your email addresses and phone numbers, as well as emails and phone numbers used within the last 5 years.
These forms now reflect Trump Administration's March 2017 "extreme vetting" program. Originally, the program called for higher scrutiny of visa applicants from countries designated as national security threats. However, this policy is now expanded to all arriving foreign nationals from every country.
How Does This Affect You?
Your online presence can influence the government's decision on your case in many ways. U.S. Consular officers are looking for affiliations or language on your posts that they consider security threats. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Officers can also scrutinize your social media profiles at the U.S. border.
One recent example was when a 17-year-old Harvard student from Lebanon was denied entry at the border because of posts from his friends. The student's friends posted political views on social media deemed to be anti-America. Even though the student did not "like," comment, or share any of these posts, he was denied entry and sent back to Lebanon.
You can be denied an immigration benefit if your social media posts are inconsistent with the benefit you're seeking. For example, marriage-based green card applicants whose posts show that they don't have a real marriage can have their cases denied. Sometimes, the government can use the information against you if it thinks you are committing marriage fraud to get a green card.
Lawyers decline cases where quick investigations put these relationships into doubt. We once had a couple come into the office for a marriage-based green card. An online search took us to one of their Facebook profiles showing a romantic relationship with an entirely different individual. Our search showed that these individuals were not in a good faith marriage and were only trying to get a green card through a fake marriage.
Immigration benefits can also be denied if the government discovers that you are working without authorization. A common example is someone with F1 or B1/B2 visas who work without permission and posts about it online.
What Else Do They Look For?
The U.S. government is also looking for posts related to your good moral character. Even slight mentions of drug use, which is a ground for inadmissibility, can hurt your chances of getting an immigration benefit.
What if My Profile is Private?
The U.S. government can still find what you're up to if your profile is private. The Department of Homeland Security allows USCIS officers in its Fraud Detection and National Security Directorate (FDNS) to make fake social media profiles to monitor people's online activity. The fake accounts can look at what others are posting about you. Even if you have a private profile, there is probably a lot of information about you online. Don't think that you are safe from scrutiny just because your profiles are private.
If you have questions about immigration, give us a call at (407) 818-1244. Our lawyers speak English, Spanish, and Portuguese. With an office based in Orlando, Florida, we help people all over the world. We love what we do and we'd love to help you achieve your American Dream. You can also email us at email@example.com.
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Having the best people is key to achieving competitive advantage. If you don't hire the best people, your competitors will.
We don't see candidates as a commodity but more as a valuable asset to employers. We think differently to recruitment agencies
Our Consultants are all trained to the same exacting standards in order to ensure that each client assignment is delivered to the highest standards, every time
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The Puerto Rico flag is flying over Lesley as a reminder that the island continues to suffer from a lack of electricity and resources following Hurricane Maria. And, said President Jeff Weiss, it will continue to fly until electricity, water and reliable communication are restored to 90 percent of Puerto Rico.
"We raise and fly the flag of Puerto Rico as a sign of solidarity with our brothers and sisters who are struggling to recover, a reminder to keep them firmly in mind in the months ahead, and as a call to action within our community to celebrate and support them," Weiss said at the flag raising on Oct. 30.
Members of the Lesley community are already organizing donation drives and fundraisers for Puerto Rico, including a possible art auction in the spring, said Vice President of Administration Marylou Batt. The Lesley community members also suggested raising the Puerto Rican flag on campus to visually demonstrate our commitment to help those devastated by Hurricane Maria.
Many Puerto Ricans can't speak for themselves right now, so "it is up to us to keep those messages alive," said Professor Emerita Vivian Carlo, herself of Puerto Rican descent. "As that flag waves there over these next weeks and months… talk to your neighbors, talk to your officemates, talk to your fellow students, your families. Remind them that we cannot sit back and forget what's going on."
Lesley is also organizing a series of educational forums, including a panel presentation on Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 5 p.m. to provide a detailed account of the federal legislation surrounding the Jones Act of 1920 and its impact on Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
To help with fundraising and relief efforts, email Mary Lou Batt at email@example.com.


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What is the difference between Love and Lust?
That is easy. If anyone has ever truly been in love then they know that their partner is their best friend. Their confidante. They know that their relationship is NOT 50/50 but 100/100. They each give as much as they take. They know that their relationship will NOT be a cake walk. They know that they will have to work at it day in and day out to make it work. What makes it work is that they know they are both two different people and that they need to give each other their individuality and encourage it. Not take it away. It's about communication and learning how to communicate with each other.
It's also looking at your partner and no matter how long you have been together your heart still catches at the sight of them. It is know that if they ever went away your whole world would never be the same because you had them in your life. It is knowing 100% without a doubt that you will be that cute little old couple rocking in your rocking chairs on your front porch talking about the good old days.
Lust, that is just when you have a relationship based on how good you can fuck each other. You don't give a damn about the other, not really. You may think you do for a short time, but that relationship is bound to self destruct.
Now lust can turn into love, but not always. It is better to be able to be friends with your partner than just have your relationship solely based on how well you can screw each other.


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Hiroshima Toyo Carp has teamed up again with G-Shock to release its limited edition watch in 2016. There are only 1000 pcs made available for this series.
Made in Japan 🙂
The backlight featured big Carp Logo.
The Price
The retail price is ¥ 16,000.
Where To Buy ?
Purchase can be made online at Hiroshima Toyo Carp website. While stocks last.
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Deal calls Carter opportunist on education budget
ATLANTA | Gov. Nathan Deal denied Thursday he boosted education spending in the new state budget to win votes in his re-election as Sen. Jason Carter charges.
The budget was approved by the state Legislature in March for the fiscal year that begins July 1. The Republican governor said it was the Democratic challenger who plays politics by voting for all of Deal's budgets until this year.
"Every single year I have been governor, we've increased the education funding, and the first three years Jason Carter has saw fit to vote for my budgets that included those increases in k-12 funding," Deal told reporters. "Only in this year when he decided he wanted to be governor, which included the largest single restoration of k-12 funding, did he vote against it. I think the conclusion is pretty clear: That is a political statement on his part."
Deal is responding to ads and stump speeches by Carter accusing the incumbent of cutting the state education budget more than any Georgia governor.
"There are a lot of politicians who say they care about education in election years. Then they cut education every other year," Carter says in one ad. "... Gov. Deal shorted our schools billions of dollars and cut HOPE Scholarships, while taking care of his big corporate friends."
Spending on K-12 education has increased, even in years when weak tax collections prompted Deal to cut spending in other parts of the budget. But that growth hasn't kept pace with funding formulas in state law, which is what Carter describes as a "cut."
"I think it's disingenuous to say on his part that I have been the one that's cut education," Deal said.
Deal said if he were only after votes with his education spending plan he would have given teachers a pay raise. Instead, he recommended the Legislature send the latest half-billion-dollar boost to local school boards for them to decide whether they want to use it for raises, ending teacher furloughs or other uses.
Deal did recommend changes in 2011 in both the HOPE Scholarship program going to university students and HOPE Grants for technical colleges as a way to stem projected losses. It won bipartisan support in the General Assembly, but he reversed course on the grants the next year after enrollment dropped by more than 24,000.
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If we were able to design our own version of the fountain of youth, you'd better believe it would spout vitamin C. Numerous studies have shown that this antioxidant is one of the best anti-agers on the market, effective at obliterating dark spots, stimulating collagen production, diminishing fine lines, and boosting radiance. "Vitamin C is the single most powerful, multifunctional topical ingredient you can use," says Benjamin Fuchs, a pharmacist, cosmetic chemist, and founder of Truth Treatment Systems skin care. "It can actually penetrate, be absorbed, and be utilized in fibroblasts of the skin."
What to Buy
Serums deliver the most bang for your buck, as they are generally formulated with the highest concentrations of vitamin C, a.k.a. ascorbic acid. Unfortunately, a lot of products that boast having vitamin C's superpowers are ineffectual because their concentrations aren't high enough, so be sure to read the label. A good place to start is with a formula that contains at least 15 percent L-ascorbic acid, considered the gold standard, and is high up on the list of ingredients, says cosmetic chemist Ni'Kita Wilson (see below: 1, 2, 6). "That is the ideal level—not only do you get the anti-aging benefits but you also get a healthy glow." Some newer vitamin C derivatives are as beneficial as the original, without the constraints. Studies on 3-O-Ethyl ascorbic acid (3) and tetrahexyldecyl ascorbate (4, 5) indicate that these forms are better tolerated on those with sensitive or reactive skin, and are potent at higher—and lower—levels. "Most derivatives don't require high percentages to be effective," Wilson explains. They're also less prone to oxidation, or darkening in color. But if oxidation does occur, don't be alarmed. "If it oxidizes, it's not going to harm your skin—it's just not going to help you," says Charlene DeHaven, M.D., an internist and clinical director of Innovative Skincare. Even better is when your serum is cocktailed with additional age-defying ingredients. Ferulic acid (2, 6) protects your skin from sun damage, a major cause of premature aging. Niacinamide (3) and vitamin E (often listed as to- copherol) (4, 6) have anti-inflammatory properties, while copper peptides (1) firm your skin, increase its density, and improve elasticity.
BAZAAR Loves
1. iS Clinical by Innovative Skincare Super Serum Advance+, $145, dermstore.com. 2. Drunk Elephant C-Firma Day Serum, $80, sephora.com. 3. Dr. Dennis Gross C + Collagen Brighten & Firm Vitamin C Serum, $78, sephora.com. 4. SkinMedica Vitamin C + E Complex, $102, skinmedia.com. 5. Truth Treatment Systems Truth Serum, $199, truthtreatments.com. 6. SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic, $163, dermstore.com.
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How to Use It
All of our experts agree that for most women, the optimal youth-boosting skin-care protocol involves using a vitamin C serum for day and a retinoid of your choice at night. (We are big believers in prescription-strength Retin-A, but StriVectin Advanced Retinol Concentrated Serum, $119, is a solid, and gentle, over-the-counter option.) The retinoid helps speed exfoliation and cell turnover, which enables your vitamin C product to work even better. After cleansing in the morning, apply a few drops of your serum to damp skin, covering both your face and neck, followed by your preferred sunscreen (with at least SPF 30, of course). For an improvement in overall radiance and skin texture, expect to start seeing results after about three weeks of regular use; for wrinkles and hyperpigmentation, eight to 12 weeks, depending on the severity. n john akehurst/trunk archive. still life: jeffrey westbrook/studio d Want to look lit from within? The secret is vitamin C.


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Do essential oils expire?
Technically, not really. But they definitely can lose their zest, aroma and effectiveness.
But there is a lot you can do to prolong their life and keep them fresh.
With so much to learn, you might not think about the shelf life of essential oils and how to store and handle them properly.
If you are investing in high quality essential oils, you want to ensure they are going to last a long time, right?
The shelf life mainly depends on the quality and purity of the oils that you invest in, which is why it is essential to purchase a high-quality brand such as Young Living essential oils.
But how long do essential oils last? And how can you prolong their life as much as possible?
That's what we are digging into!
(But if you are using oils regularly and always finding ways to incorporate them into your life, you shouldn't need to worry too much about this)
Do Essential Oils Go Bad?
The short answer is kind of. Eventually.
The long answer is it depends on what type of oil and how you are caring for your oils over time. As well as what you mean by "go bad." They won't get moldy or anything.
But they have a natural lifespan and eventually lose the quality and strength of aroma.
Some can become somewhat rancid, and some can lose their skin benefits and actually irritate the skin.
So what are some of the ways essentials go bad sooner than they should?
The 3 main offenders are:
- Exposing oils to heat
- Exposed oils to too much oxygen
- Exposed to strong light or plastic/chemicals
Exposed To Heat
To over simplify the topic (since I'm not too much into scientific jargon), Science 101 says that when heat is applied to an object or a chemical, that object or chemical will change from the inside out (on a molecular level).
Essential oils are not meant to be exposed to heat, stored in the sun or near heaters (such as vents or ovens).
When heated, even slightly, the chemical structure of the oils can change, which may cause the oil to lose some of its health benefiting properties and lose it's aroma.
Be careful about the temperature of the room where you store your essential oils, as well as when you are carrying it around during the day. The more heat that it comes into contact with, the more of a change that it could affect the chemical structure of the oils and the faster it can go bad.
Too Much Oxygen
If essential oils have prolonged exposure to oxygen, it could cause degradation or oxidization of the oil over time. If your oil is smelling less potent than when you first got it, chances are it has been affected by oxidation.
Essential oils are volatile, which means that they evaporate easily under normal conditions (which is also why you are able to smell them easily). Just like apples that turn brown from oxidation, essential oils can be affected by oxygen too, becoming less appealing.
So always keep the cap tightened properly and you shouldn't have any problems.
Containers and Bottles
You want to ensure your essential oils are stored in the correct bottles.
Typically, your oils will start out in dark amber glass bottles. This is intentional.
The dark color blocks light from affecting the oils.
The glass keeps the oils pure.
Make sure you are not transferring the oils into a plastic bottle, as this will expose them to chemicals and affect their quality and lifespan.
If you want to blend, dilute or transfer oils or DIY products to other containers, always use dark colored glass, such as these:
When Do Essential Oils Expire?
If you are caring for and storing the oils properly, do essential oils expire still? This answer really depends on the type of oil you have, and which family of oils it belongs to.
But even then, there are no hard and fast expiration dates for essential oils. Anything that you read is more of an educated guess.
In researching this post, for example, many people and many websites list very different information about this topic.
For example, one website says Black Pepper oil can last up to 10 years, another say 1-2 years. Both are very reputable sites.
So while we would love a super straightforward chart saying how long each oil lasts, there is no guarantee that it's completely accurate, though it may be helpful.
We do know that essential oils can be divided into types of oil families. And each family will have a general expiration time.
But correctly categorizing each oil is where the issues arise.
Sesquiterpenes (8-10 years)
Sesquiterpenols (10-15 years)
Monoterpenes (2-3 years)
Monoterpenols (5-6 years)
Oxides (3-5 years)
Ethers (5-7 years)
Esters (5-7 years)
Phenols (4-6 years)
Here are some common oils with a ~generally accepted shelf life:
1-2 Years
2-3 Years
Tea Tree
3-4 Years
Clary Sage
4-6 Years
Ylang Ylang
6-8 Years
The main thing you'll want to know is which oils might expire the soonest.
Generally, citrus oils will go the quickest – 1-2 years. Other than that, you have at least a few years before other oils lose quality.
Again, if you are using oils regularly and are always looking for new ways to incorporate them into your life, you likely won't need to worry too much about this.
Use Them Up!
Essential oils are only awesome if you use them. So get them off the shelf and into your everyday life!
Place them in your bathroom, kitchen, desk or wherever you might find yourself reaching for them.
Make some roller bottles so you can easily apply them to your skin.
Mix up some diffuser blends in separate bottles so you don't have to open a bunch of bottles each time.
The more you use them, the more you'll love them!
Make sure to follow along on Instagram for daily tips and ideas with essential oils:
Disclaimer: The statements on this site have not been evaluated by the FDA and is not intended to be medical advice. Suggestions here are specific to Young Living and should not be combined with oils from other sources. Examples and experiences do not guarantee similar results. Read our full disclaimer here.


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The Best City for Millennials Is...
Since the word "Millennial" isn't going anywhere any time soon -- regardless of how you feel about it -- Money has decided to figure out which of our nation's cities are the ideal nesting ground for professional twenty-and-thirty-somethings to pack up and move to.
The magazine limited its focus to cities with a population of 300,000 or higher, examining places with higher-than-average projected job growth, affordable food and rent, and relatively high concentrations of amenities like pharmacies, grocery stores, and laundromats. And of course, special attention was given to spots with a wealth of bars, restaurants and leisure opportunities.
Ready for the ranking? According to the brainiacs at Money, the single greatest city for Millennials is none other than Austin, TX, owing to its stellar job growth, local culture, and quality of life -- since, y'know, the whole "live music capital of the world" thing. Plus, Austin boasts a population that's 26.2% Millennial anyway, meaning ample opportunities for meeting other vapid/fascinating individuals.
Meanwhile, Atlanta, GA took second place thanks to its below-average cost of living and projected 14.3% job growth rate, while Columbus, OH snagged third place with a hefty millennial population (25.9%), high walkability, and varied entertainment opportunities.
And, since Money apparently has no desire to fall into the "top 10" trap that everyone seems to love these days, there are only two more cities on the list: Tucson, AZ, which came fourth, and Seattle, WA, which completed the list in fifth place. We're actually in agreement with the choice to go with a top five instead of 10 -- after all, why give these Millennials so many choices? Aren't they entitled enough as it is?
That's a joke, by the way. Kind of.
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Gianni Jaccoma is a staff writer for Thrillist, and he's really not that bothered by the whole "millennial" thing. Follow his blatantly millennial tweets @gjaccoma, and send your news tips to firstname.lastname@example.com


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Burglary rate is highest at MSU
By ELIZABETH JOHNSON and JACQUELINE BLACKWOOD/Montana State News
More burglaries have occurred at Montana State University than at the state's other two largest campuses.
Out of MSU-Bozeman, MSU-Billings and University of Montana, the Bozeman campus reported the most burglaries between 2010 and 2012 at 45, according to the MSU Police Department website, which defines burglary as the unlawful entry into a building with the intent of committing a crime. The highest number occurred in 2012 when 18 burglaries were reported.
MSU-Billings reports five burglaries and UM reported nine during the same time period, according to each campus's website.
Asked about MSU-Bozeman dubious distinction, MSU Police Chief Robert Putzke said, "I don't know because there are so many factors in the equation."
"Probably the largest factor affecting burglary counts at universities is the number of on-campus residents," he said.
Enrollment for MSU has been increasing in recent years, setting records each fall semester. From 2010-2012, enrollment increased by 1,101 students, which as Putzke explained, could be the largest factor in explaining the difference in number of reported burglaries.
MSU-Billings shows significantly lower enrollment, almost a third of the enrollment at the Bozeman campus. However, U of M's enrollment is similar to MSU's, both around 14,000 total enrollmentsfor 2012.
"I also don't know how other universities report their statistics," Putzke said. "I know that some schools encourage reporting such crimes only to campus housing authorities and not campus law enforcement authorities."
UM's security policy says any criminal activity on campus will be investigated by campus police, and if it violates state criminal code, the matter will be referred to Missoula County or city attorney for prosecution. MSU-Billings also reports that university police will first investigate criminal activity.
To minimize burglaries on campus, the MSU Police suggest taking a "common sense approach to protecting your valuables and either keep them in your locked residence or on your person; record serial numbers of expensive articles," according to the police department website.
Crime statistics for MSU are available online at http://www.montana.edu/police/Clery%202012.shtml.


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This paper considers an approach using the traveling-salesman problem. The traveling-salesman problem (TSP) is an NP-hard problem in combinatorial optimization that is studied in operations research and theoretical computer science. Given a list of cities and their pairwise distances, the task is to find the shortest possible route that visits each city exactly once and returns to the origin city. It is a special case of the traveling purchaser problem. This study regards the cities in the traveling-salesman problem as attractions in amusement parks.
The salesman must visit all cities in the traveling-salesman problem, but it is impossible for a visitor to visit all attractions in this attraction problem. Accordingly, users select the attractions they want to visit, and then we apply the traveling-salesman problem method to the selected attractions.
Our paper solves this problem with an algorithm using the branch and bound method. We call this algorithm the Normal Traveling 1 (NT-1) algorithm. Figure 1 presents the NT-1 algorithm. We determine the optimum path to minimize the total time, including transit time, waiting time, and duration time. We then generate a specific formulation to find the optimal solution. First, we define the following notation. We define I as a set of attractions and T as a set of time zones. We further define Mij as the transit time from "attraction j ∈ I" to "attraction i ∈ I," Wit as the waiting time of "attraction i ∈ I" when the time is t ∈ T, and Pi as the duration time of "attraction i ∈ I." In particular, t of Wit is the arrival time at attraction i. The traveling time between the departure from attraction j and the departure from attraction i is defined as follows:
The branching in this case is that of the direct path between any two attractions. Xij is a 0-1 variable, defined below:


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The last KOTC PRO Glove we introduced has the Left 🤚 Hand GO PLAY and the Right✋ Hand WALLBALL.
So we thought why not continue and add Crew Socks bearing the same words with alternating colors of Red & Black.
Depending on how this limited introduction goes and the feedback for the Wallball | Handball Community we would restock.
* Fits sizes 9-12
* Machine Washable