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T.J.S. GEORGE writes: Crippled by corruption, Karnataka is now brutalised by blackmail.
Corruption was the collective contribution of all parties. What the Congress carried on quietly, the JD(S) took up with gusto and BJP turned into a celebration. Blackmail is the exclusive contribution of the BJP.
Congressmen can't think of it because they shudder before their High Command. In the BJP, the High Command shudders before B.S. Yediyurappa. Yediyurappa's victory is BJP's tragedy—and Karnataka's misfortune.
Look at the misfortune first. Historically one of India's best-governed states, Karnataka witnessed audacious misuse of power from the day BJP's first chief minister took office. He and some of his colleagues focused on illegal land transactions as a major activity of government.
The principal financiers of the party, the Bellary lobby, took to plain plundering of the state's good earth in violation of many laws. Wounded by its keepers, Karnataka bled.
When half a dozen ministers, including the chief minister, were jailed, prudence demanded a moment's pause.
The BJP as a party and the state government as a constitutional entity should have re-looked at where they were going. They didn't. Instead, they mounted a show of defiance, politicians looking for loopholes in the law and the Bellary Brotherhood making a suspected bid to bribe a judge. The judge landed in jail in a demonstration of the ugliness of today's politics.
The neglect of governance could not have happened at a more inopportune moment. The state was in the grip of a serious drought, but water resources minister Basavaraj Bommai had no time to bother about it. Farmers were facing starvation, but agriculture minister Umesh Katti was busy with resignation games.
A grand show was held a couple of months ago to attract big-ticket investments to the state. Industrialists were upset that not a file moved since the show because industries minister Murugesh Nirani was in the plot to topple the chief minister.
All this to satisfy one man's ambition.
So all-consuming was Yediyurappa's passion for power that even after coming out of jail, he acted as though nothing untoward had happened. He spent his not-negligible resources to keep a few dozen MLAs on his side.
This support base was a weapon with which he threatened the party bosses in Delhi, knowing well that the bosses would go to any length to see that the BJP did not lose Karnataka. Although his threats were effective, Yediyurappa knew that he was too tainted to become chief minister in one go.
He had a solution to that problem too. He found in foe-turned-friend Jagadish Shettar the fittest person to become the Manmohan Singh of Karnataka, and let him, Yediyurappa, be the Sonia Gandhi of Karnataka.
The puzzle is that the BJP's leaders in Delhi do not see that approving Yediyurappa's scheme is equal to approving corruption. They are said to condone Yediyurappa's record, including the jailing, so as to ensure the allegiance of the Lingayat community.
First of all, will the BJP really gain by doing what no party has openly done before, namely, split Karnataka into Lingayats (17 per cent), Vokkaligas (15 per cent) and others (68 per cent)?
Second, how do they know that the silent majority of Lingayats will accept the position that they have no leader other than the second most tainted politician in Karnataka's history (after Janardhana Reddy)? This is a community that gave India one of its noblest philosophical creeds. It has a proud public record and several eminent leaders.
On the other hand, a principled stand against the threat politics of Yediyurappa could have given the BJP a swing in its favour. Yediyurappa's flaunted support base is sustained by the feeling among BJP legislators that his bullying will put him back in power. Call that bluff and the support will melt away.
The Congress and the JD (S) are in a mess, which gives the BJP a reasonable chance to beat them at the next election. But the rivals have a propaganda plank that is powerful: that the BJP promotes corruption officially. The BJP could have demolish that plank. All it needed was some guts.
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Awaken Your CAREERpreneur author and career/workplace expert, Alexia Vernon (Woodhull Alumna and Faculty), on CNN's Your Bottom Line with host, Poppy Harlow.
(This post first appeared on my blog ReelGirl which rates kids' media and products on girl empowerment)
At first it seems like possible good news. Disney/ Pixar announces: no more fairy tales, code for princess movies. Great! No more damsels in distress who end the movie by landing a man. Now we're going to have a slew of new movies with cool girl heroes who bravely rescue boys from peril, exuding power and beauty by performing all kinds of risk-taking tasks and challenges.
But, no.
First of all, the reason the fairy tale movies are stopping is because Disney/ Pixar executives have decided that little girls aren't worth making movies for at all.
The LA Times reports the fairy tale movies "appealed to too narrow an audience: little girls. This prompted the studio to change the name of its Rapunzel movie to the gender-neutral 'Tangled' and shift the lens of its marketing to the film's swashbuckling male costar, Flynn Rider."
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Volunteer Party & Gift Wrapping Night
Tuesday, Decmeber 14th, 6 PM
The Service Fund's Annual Holiday Gift Drive provides a brighter holiday season for young women (ages 12-17) facing violence in their lives – many of whom live in local shelters or transitional housing in the NYC area.
Download the Gift Drive flyer for Printing & Posting!
Three ways to participate in the Gift Drive:
1) Purchase or bring like-new items to the office for donation (you can also donate cash – as we try to buy the girls each a $10 gift card every year).
**Drop off hours are Monday through Friday, 10am to 5pm, at our location (150 West 28th Street, Suite 304 @ 7th Ave) between November 29th and December 14th
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For most people, the end of November is a time of gratitude. Thanksgiving Day reminds people to appreciate their friends and family, and the basic necessities they often take for granted. For the Woodhull community, November is a month of gratitude as we remember our wonderful teacher and friend Karen Kisslinger, who died on November 9, 2009.
Karen worked with Woodhull for seven years, teaching hundreds of women yoga and meditation. The meditation Karen taught us was what's known as metta meditation ─ a loving kindness meditation that encouraged mindful compassion and allowed many of us to reconnect to the things we are grateful for.
Here are the words to the meditation she shared with us. This Thanksgiving weekend, carve out some time to remember Karen by doing this meditation. Karen encouraged us to say these words for ourselves, for someone we love, for someone we see every day but don't know, and for someone we are having a conflict with. continue
by Tara Sophia Mohr, Woodhull Alumna
Why are more than 100 bloggers all writing about the same topic this week? Because the topic is that important.
I'm a Woodhull woman organizing a blogging campaign to support The Girl Effect.
"The Girl Effect" is a powerful idea: by investing in girls in the developing world, we make an incredibly effective investment in eradicating poverty, creating thriving communities, and slowing the spread of AIDS.
To date, 120 bloggers have joined the campaign. If you blog, I hope you will too. It's a way to spread a life-saving, world-transforming idea. It's a way to meet other, like-minded bloggers, and to expose new audiences to your work. Details are here!
I look forward to reading your post!
Check out career expert Alexia Vernon, Woodhull Alumna and Faculty, as she speaks about Salary Negotiation on New Day Northwest/NBC KING 5:
And click continue to watch Alexia discuss seasonal jobs on Las Vegas' Wake Up With the Wagners.
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by Suzanne Grossman, Woodhull Alumna
Originally posted to LYJ: Love Your Job on November 6th.
Most jobseekers I've worked with have at their fingertips a rich resource of contacts they could be making much better use of. Part of this, I've found, relates to fears around asking for help. These fears include such thoughts as, "Everyone is so busy," or "Why would I burden someone with my situation." Sometimes it's, "I don't like to ask for help," or "What could I possibly give back in return."
This way of thinking is always interesting to me because my default around networking is generally these types of thoughts:
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Originally posted to kristinaleonardi.com on November 16th.
"A human mind is a wandering mind, and a wandering mind is an unhappy mind," was the conclusion of a new Harvard study using an iPhone app. It is a sentiment that many religions and philosophies have proclaimed for centuries that can best be summed up by the popular phrase, 'be here now.'
If someone had a window into our minds, they'd see that we are almost never fully engaged in what is right in front of us, whether we're thinking of something in the past or future, or simply not focused on the task at hand, and that causes unhappiness.
According to Andrew Bersnstein's The Myth of Stress, it's not the activity or situation itself that is a stressor, but our mind's perception and reaction to it that causes the stress. So by recognizing the reality of the situation at that particular time, and really see why it is happening is a way to greatly reduce your adverse response to whatever is taking place.
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One night this past summer, my friend Elisa saw something that shocked her. She told me she was at a bar when two women got into an argument and began yelling at each other as if they were children. The way the conflict ended? One woman threw her drink at the other woman.
"Can you believe that?" Elisa exclaimed. "I don't think those women would have acted like that if it weren't for reality TV. People are seeing this stuff on TV and thinking that's an appropriate way to act!"
Over the last few years, I've had several conversations with friends about how damaging reality TV can be, but I lacked the information to make a strong case against it. That's why I'm so excited about Jennifer L. Pozner's new book Reality Bites Back: The Troubling Truth About Guilty Pleasure TV. Pozner spent hours upon hours watching and transcribing shows like The Bachelor, America's Next Top Model, Flavor of Love, and Wife Swap to identify the media messages found in these popular, widely-watched programs.
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Dear Woodhull Community,
You are invited to come celebrate the holidays and the New Year with The Woodhull Institute! Come reconnect, rejoice, and refresh yourself with Woodhull Alumnae from all different retreats! There will be appetizers served and a cash bar available. We'd love to hear how your 2010 has been, and wish you the best for 2011!
Wednesday December 15th | 6:30pm-9:30pm | Mug Lounge 448 East 13th St New York, NY 10009
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Phaser from 'Star Trek' TV show sold for $231,000
LOS ANGELES — Capt. Kirk's Star Trek phaser gun from the second pilot of the wildly popular 1960s television series sold for a hefty $231,000 in Los Angeles on Saturday, Julien's Auctions said.
The phaser, created at the request of Star Trek creator Gene Roddenberry for use by William Shatner, who played Kirk in the beloved sci-fi show, had been estimated to sell for $50,000, but it achieved more than four times that including commission.
Other extraterrestrial highlights at the two-day Hollywood Legends sale of hundreds of costumes, memorabilia, props and other items included the "alien survey buggy" seen aboard the Nostromo in the 1979 movie Alien — it sold for $10,625 — and a complete costume worn by Anubis, played by Carlos Lauchu, in the 1994 movie Stargate. It sold for $16,250, more than three times the estimate.


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What should I know before I start coin collecting rare pennies as a hobby?
What are realistic expectations of recovery time for a winged shoulder blade?
What are some reliable Canadian Pharmacies?
What are some valuable old Canadian coins?
What information can you provide me on Canadian medicine?
What is going on if every time I access MySpace I am connected to the Canadian myspace and not United States?
What is the value of Canadian coins?
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I collect coins and this one is new to me.
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The coin's value would depend on the year and state. Recently, a 5 cents 1953 shoulder fold coin was offered for $23, a 50 cents piece of 1953 for $20.
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The value of both a canadian coin with a shoulder fold and a coin without a shoulder fold is one cent.
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Generally, the value of the coin if new, is the same as it's face value. Different places will trade in at different prices, so check at your nearest coin shop.
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The value of the coin would also depend on the year, denomination and state. For instance, a 5 cents 1953 shoulder fold coin was recently offered for approx. $23, a 50 cents piece of 1953 for $20. Proof coins of 1954 are much more expensive: a proof-like set was recently offered for $695.
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We have returned from our sojourn to Greece. And what an odyssey it was. Many miraculous happenings I am still processing. Inspiration unfolds. Before I can post about the many sites of significance to our purpose, I need a bit of time to heal. The intensity of the touring process was far more grueling for my nervous system and body than I even anticipated. But…I will post…soon on the many sites of the ancient oracles we encountered…and how that may influence our work together. In the meantime, these thoughts of Steiner's seem to capture the essence of what I discovered for myself in Greece.
The great Rudolf Steiner Quotes Site
You must remind yourselves that as well as living through his life here between birth and death, man passes again and again through the life between death and a new birth. Just as here on earth we have experiences through the instrumentality of our body, we also have experiences between death and a new birth, and these experiences are by no means without significance for what we do during our earthly existence in the physical body. But neither are they without significance for what happens on earth as a whole.
For only part — and indeed the rather lesser part — of what happens on the earth originates from those who are living in the physical body. The dead are perpetually working into our physical world. The forces of which man is unwilling to speak to-day in the age of materialism are nevertheless at work in the physical world. Our…
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In a changing world, the modern respiratory physician has had to adapt to new pressures and responsibilities. Two decades ago, the average respiratory physician was almost entirely self-sufficient and carried out his practice relying solely on his own experience and competence. He treated patients with tuberculosis (TB), pneumonia, airway disease, bronchiectasis, pulmonary embolism, interstitial disease and cystic fibrosis (CF) without the need to refer patients to other physicians or specialist units. He would refer patients with lung cancer for radiotherapy or thoracic surgery, but he performed all his own bronchoscopy and pleural procedures, and administered chemotherapy sparingly on his own. He would confer with thoracic surgeons and radiotherapists when the need arose. Occasionally, he would telephone a bacteriologist or pathologist and he would refer to the intensive care unit only in exceptional circumstances.
Since then, a radical change has taken place. Today's respiratory physician is just as likely to be female as male. There are new clinical challenges, such as sleep breathing disorders, infections in the immunocompromised host, drug-resistant TB, adult CF, complex bronchoscopic techniques and noninvasive ventilation. It is widely accepted that no single respiratory physician can be expected to be competent in all these diverse areas. As a consequence, there has been a great increase in overall numbers of respiratory physicians; most physicians now have areas of special interest; and subspecialisation has increased technical staffing levels in respiratory departments, most of which now have well-equipped pulmonary function laboratories able to carry out spirometry, plethysmography, single-breath diffusing capacity and exercise testing.
The concept of the multidisciplinary team (MDT) has emerged. Initially, these were limited to the care of lung cancer patients and included respiratory physicians, oncologists, radiotherapists, radiologists, pathologists, palliative care physicians and thoracic surgeons. The MDT meets weekly and usually discusses all lung cancer patients, not just those who are being considered for active management. This development is now seen as essential for patient care, but is also recognised as being an invaluable teaching and learning experience. There are now other MDTs dedicated to the treatment of TB, asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), interstitial lung disease and sleep breathing disorders.
Although physicians still predominate in MDTs, many other healthcare professionals are now involved. Previously, respiratory nurses' activities were restricted to contact tracing in TB, but now they play a major role in asthma, COPD, lung cancer and CF. In some countries, much of the clinical care of patients with airway disease has devolved to nurses, both in hospitals and in the community. In defined areas, nurses now prescribe, usually on the basis of an agreed protocol. Patients with lung cancer are regularly supported and counselled by specialist nurses who may also have a role in expediting management. In sleep disorders and neuromuscular disease, pulmonary function technicians and physiologists are wholly integrated into the MDT and are often responsible for supervising domiciliary (home) ventilation.
Throughout Europe, respiratory physicians have led the way in implementing these profound changes in the profession. However, the pace of change has varied greatly across Europe. Manpower levels and academic and training infrastructure in any medical specialty result from many interacting variables. These include the wealth and productivity of the nation, its history and traditions of medical development, the societal influence of the medical profession and the priority of medicine in the political spectrum.
In addition, the increasing complexity of medical care brings unexpected pressures on manpower within individual medical specialties. This is clearly evident in respiratory medicine. TB referrals may be made to infectious diseases departments; pneumonia in the elderly to geriatric departments; lung cancer to oncologists; asthma to allergologists; and patients with sleep breathing disorders to otolaryngologists or neurologists. Respiratory physicians believe justifiably that they best serve the interests of these patients and need to defend the role of their specialty in these areas.
It is therefore important to monitor trends in respiratory staffing levels. The data incorporated in this chapter were obtained from the responses to a questionnaire that was sent to members of the Forum of European Respiratory Societies (FERS) and European Respiratory Society (ERS) national delegates. The response rate was 68%, with the majority of nonresponders from eastern Europe.
Figure 1 shows the numbers of adult respiratory physicians in European countries per 100 000 people (mean 4.4 per 100 000). The range is large, with Macedonia having 1.16 respiratory physicians and Greece 10.56 per 100 000. A contributory reason for this may be that Greece has few general practitioners and patients consult specialists for complaints that would be dealt with by primary care doctors in other countries. The same pattern is evident in cardiology: in a 2007 survey carried out by the Union of European Medical Specialists (UEMS), there were 22.6 cardiologists per 100 000 people in Greece compared to the European mean of 6.9. A further reason for the large difference in numbers of respiratory physicians is the previously mentioned increase in some European countries of other groups of health professionals who now perform duties that were previously the exclusive preserve of doctors. In addition, as also discussed above, other specialists may treat patients with respiratory diseases.
The data in the first edition of the White Book are not directly comparable with these new data because the definitions of some of the categories were slightly different; for example, in some countries, retired respiratory physicians were previously included. Therefore, the apparent reductions in numbers of physicians in Italy, Slovakia and Finland are misleading and do not indicate a real decrease. However, in Hungary, the number of respiratory physicians has fallen. This is attributed to poor recruitment and emigration of doctors to western Europe.
Respiratory physicians comprise 1.48% of all doctors (figure 2), but the mean for Albania, Macedonia, Poland and Bosnia is 2.75%, which may reflect the challenge of TB and multidrug-resistant (MDR)-TB in eastern Europe.
The numbers of trainees and adult respiratory physicians per 100 000 people are shown in figure 3. Greece has the highest number of trainees: 2.2, compared to the average of 0.69 per 100 000. There is no obvious correlation between the number of adult respiratory physicians and trainees but calculation of the ratio of adult physicians to trainees shows marked differences (figure 4). The mean ratio is 8.3 but the range is large, from 34.3 for Georgia to 1.4 for Ireland. Many of the countries with the higher ratios, often from eastern Europe, have large numbers of TB doctors who are classified as respiratory physicians but are not thought to require replacement by fully trained physicians. Italy appears to have a high physician/trainee ratio, but the trainee number is an estimate and may not be accurate.
Figure 5 shows the number of paediatric respiratory physicians. Many countries do not recognise paediatric respiratory medicine as a separate specialty and children are cared for by adult physicians, paediatricians or allergologists. The data for trainees in relation to paediatric respiratory physicians are also shown. It would seem that Albania is planning to advance the specialty since it has only two trained paediatric respiratory physicians but has 19 in training.
Data on medical schools, university departments and respiratory professors are shown in figure 6. Only five countries, all in western Europe (Spain, UK, France, Italy and Germany), have more than 30 medical schools. The number of medical schools usually corresponds with the number of university departments, although Germany is a notable exception with fewer than half of medical schools associated with an academic department of respiratory medicine. In that country, respiratory medical training is often carried out independently of a medical faculty, as noted in the first edition of the White Book. Indeed in many European countries, including those with university departments of respiratory medicine, a large part of respiratory specialist training is carried out in non-university units. Europe is clearly following the US pattern of appointing personal or titular professors who are not heads of departments. France has almost three times as many professors as university departments of respiratory medicine.
In summary, although these data do not allow direct comparison with those in the first edition, they do illustrate interesting differences among the countries of Europe in relation to the organisation of respiratory medicine. In particular, it may be helpful to the health authorities and universities of the less well-developed countries to appreciate how their situation compares with more developed countries.


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This is the tenth part of a fiction serial, in 800 words.
Deciding not to hang around at home and chance any traffic, I drove to the airport early. I had something to eat in the terminal, and browsed the shops there too. Even after doing all that, and going for an extra coffee, I still had too much time before the plane landed. I had been standing right at the front of the arrivals gate for a long time before Justina emerged, her face spreading in a smle as she saw me.
On the way home in the car, I was being deliberately cool. I asked if she wanted to stop for something to eat, but she shook her head. "Lets' get back to the house, Francis. Don't be angry, please. I will tell you everything when we get back, I promise".
Once we were sitting down on the sofa, she drew up her shoulders. "So this is my story, please let me tell you it, without interruption. It will answer all your worries".
She talked for around an hour, and I tried my best to keep my expression neutral, though raised eyebrows and the odd shake of the head brought small tears to the corners of her eyes. When she had finished, she took a deep breath and looked me in the eye. "Well?"
The short version of what she said started with the trip to Neasden, and the angry phone call. It seemed the people she was renting the room in the house from were also Lithuaninan, and knew her family back there. They had come to depend on her rent, and were angry when she told them she was moving out. She hadn't wanted me to come into the house and witness any argument she had with them that day. Then the phone call I had overheard was from her sister in Lithuania. The couple from Neasden had grassed her up, and her sister had got on the phone to complain that she was stitching up the old family friends by moving in with me and denying them her rent.
I was thinking that wasn't such a big deal, when she hit me with the real truth about her.
She had two children, who had been living with her grandparents in Lithuania. Her whole reason for moving to England to work was to be able to send money home every week to pay for their keep. Since coming to London, she had only been back three or four times, and usually only managed a long weekend. She showed me photos of them on her phone. A boy who was almost fourteen, and a twelve year old girl who looked uncannily like Justina. She told me that she was intending to tell me about them, when and if our relationship worked out once we were living together.
But with the unexpected death of her grandmother, everything had changed. Her sister had moved in to help for a while, but she had her own life to lead. As her elderly grandfather could never be expected to cope, Justina had no option but to move back, and look after them as best as she was able. The flight home had already been booked, and she was leaving in four days time. She had already resigned from her new job by email, telling them about her family situation and apologising. There was no possibility of moving her kids to England. They were doing okay in school over there, and neither spoke enough English to get by here. Besides, Justina could not afford the rent on anywhere big enough for all of them, and it would leave her grandfather stuck alone too.
After all the weird things I had been imagining, all the jealousy and worry, it had come down to having two kids, and choosing not to tell me about them. She didn't ask me to help in any way, never suggested that we might make a family home for them together, or even that I go with her to Lithuania and start a new life. She knew that was never going to happen, and so did I.
The next few days were strange. I felt almost like a condemned man as the days counted down to her departure. We made love a lot, and never talked about the future. Keeping in touch was never discussed, and me visiting her in Lithuania at some stage didn't come up in conversation either. She cried a lot, but I didn't. I still loved her, but a profound sense of distrust had crept in, and was eating away at me. The day before she was due to leave, I gave her the money for a taxi to the airport.
I wasn't going to say goodbye to her at the terminal again.


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Detective Spinelli is a homicide detective who was recently reassigned to assist Shannon O'Hara in the child services division. These two couldn't be more opposite in the way that they handle their cases and Spinelli's lack of finesse and empathy tend to send O'Hara into bouts of silent rage.
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About Us
Nordonia Hills Campus Life was launched in 2015 with a Middle School Club. Currently, we run bi-weekly clubs at the Middle School and Lee Eaton. We also offer small groups for middle school boys and girls, as well as activities for 5th through 12th grade students. Check out our calendar for more information!
Campus Life is one part of a larger organization called Youth for Christ. Youth for Christ also has branches reaching into cities (City Life), juvenile correction facilities (Juvenile Justice Ministry), and human trafficking (Grace Haven). Youth for Christ was founded in 1944 and currently has chapters in the United States and all around the world.


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Lego debuts new sets for the young at heart featuring Marilyn Monroe, The Beatles, Star Wars and Iron Man
Lego announced a new line of "Lego Art" — a higher-end building set geared towards adult fans.
The line, available for purchase September 1st, will launch with four themes: Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe, Marvel Studios Iron Man, Star Wars "The Sith" and The Beatles.
The pieces, once they are completed, form beautiful mosaics worthy of permanent display.
"Reconnect with your creative side, channel your inner artist and create a beautiful art display you'll love. Give your personal space or office a touch of the iconic with your own version of your favorite pop art," the Lego website said of the series.
Each Lego Art canvas set will allow builders to choose one of three or four pieces to create, depending on which set you're building. Two of them, the Iron Man and Star Wars sets, will offer the builder a chance to create one larger, "ultimate" piece if they're feeling up for the challenge and willing to buy extra sets, the company says.
The Lego line is showcased alongside the mantra "Listen-Build-Relax", encouraging builders to work on their respective projects while listening to curated "soundtracks" (also referred to as "Audio Building podcasts") paired with their specific work of art.
Andy Warhol's Marilyn Monroe page, for example, features a preview of "The Factory", an audio piece about Warhol's backstory, his work and how it made its way into Lego Art. The track fashions this as "a completely new Lego building experience that lets you recreate four different versions of one the most recognized works of the twentieth century."
For Beatles fans, it's a chance to create lasting pieces of art while reengaging with their favorite albums and songs of all time.
"Emulate the vibes of the transcendental meditation retreat that inspired 'The White Album.' Tap into your creativity, surrender to the moment and build at your own pace, tile by tile," the site says.
The Iron Man set offers a chance for builders to assemble three different portraits of the superhero. And the Star Wars Sith showcases various faces of "the dark side".
The Lego Art canvas sets themselves are all recommended for builders 18 years of age and older and can range from 2,933 to 3,406 pieces depending on the set.


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Elk Ridge Properties is Looking to Purchase Houses in the Walla Walla WA Area
Foreclosure can become a headache for many homeowners. Neither do they want to sell their houses nor do they have the money to pay the mortgage installments. In such cases, it's best to sell the houses for cash to ensure there is enough money to make ends meet for the next few years. Elk Ridge Properties gives that opportunity to homeowners in the Walla Walla, WA area to sell their homes in as-is condition if they have foreclosure issues. It's not just the best option for foreclosure; clients can sell their houses if they are facing a divorce, want to move to another city within the next few days, or have an urgent need for cash.
Walla Walla residents often complain that they have to go through a long and tiring process to sell their homes. They have to contact a real estate agent who lists their properties before searching for potential buyers. The potential buyers come to open houses on different dates. Then the clients have to wait for a few more weeks to know whether any of the potential buyers want to buy the property or not. The documentation also makes the entire process lengthy. This is quite frustrating for anyone who wants to sell his property and move on. He may not have so much time to go through this long process to sell his house. And that's where Elk Ridge Properties are so helpful.
Elk Ridge Properties doesn't charge realtor fees or commissions like real estate agents. They believe in transparent transactions. There are no hidden charges involved. Clients can call them to set up a meeting whenever they want to sell their houses for cash. An Elk Ridge Properties representative will take down the location and a few other details about the house. The owners of the company will check if the house meets their purchase requirements. If they do, they will visit the house on the pre-decided date. The advantage of working with Elk Ridge Properties is that homeowners don't need to repair their properties before selling.
The company doesn't hesitate to buy old and damaged houses. It's up to them to decide what they will do with the property. Sometimes, they make necessary renovations and sell the houses. Alternatively, they also rent out the properties to people who want to live in Walla Walla for a few months or years and don't want to buy a house. This makes it easier for potential sellers to close the deal within a few days. In fact, Elk Ridge Properties assures that they can purchase your house within seven days after the first meeting. Clients can expect to receive cash as soon as the representatives complete the paperwork.
When asked about the home selling process, the owner said, "We don't want our clients to wait for six to twelve months to sell their houses. If you are ready to sell your house, contact us. We will close the deal within seven days. In fact, you may receive your money within the next day if everything goes according to plan."
Elk Ridge Properties is the leading company in the Walla Walla area that buys houses for cash. They don't work as a middleman between the buyer and sellers. This allows sellers to receive a higher amount of money because they don't have to pay commission or realtor fees.
You can contact Elk Ridge Properties and see their reviews on Facebook or by chatting with them on Google.
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Have you been putting off having your carpets cleaned by professionals, and now fear that it may be too late to have some qualified assistance hired? Do you feel that your carpets may be too far gone, and are beyond help at this stage?
Whether through fear of being told the carpet needs to be replaced, or just though sheer embarrassment, many people will not call upon professional carpet cleaners if their carpets have been installed for quite a while, and have not had regular attention. However, rarely is it a case where it is "too late" to have professional cleaners come in, and rejuvenate that old carpet.
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What is "Too Far Gone" Then?
There are some issues with carpets that you can identify for yourself, that will let you know that they are beyond their life expectancy. So, if you have major tears or rips, or have suffered from a flooding event in your home, then it may be the case that your carpets need to be replaced. However, when it comes to smaller tears in the fabric, there may be some hope of stitching them up to a sufficient level. Odds are, you will be able to identify these issues yourself, and answer the question of " are these carpets too far gone, and beyond professional assistance?"
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Cabinet member for carbon reduction and sustainability
The cabinet member for carbon reduction and sustainability is Councillor Phil Ireland.
The portfolio for this cabinet post contains details of its responsibilities and terms of reference.
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Arthur Gelb, influential NY Times editor, dies
NEW YORK – A veteran editor whose news sense, arts sensibility and journalistic vigor sculpted The New York Times for decades has died. Arthur Gelb was 90.
His death Tuesday afternoon in New York was confirmed by Peter Clark, a spokesman for the Metropolitan Opera. Gelb's son Peter Gelb is its general manager. Clark didn't know the cause of death. Peter Gelb told the Times his father had died from complications of a stroke.
Times Publisher Arthur Sulzberger Jr. says Arthur Gelb "brought great energy and insight" to the newspaper's journalism.
Gelb joined the Times as a copy boy in 1944 and rose to become its managing editor.
He also was an influential arts writer and helped create its now-familiar Sports Monday, Science Times and other daily sections.
He retired in 1989.


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I've wanted to make a fabric board for ages; its just the spot to display party invitations, bills, vouchers, cards, shopping lists and so on and on!
You can use a corkboard for this project, but I chose an inexpensive art canvas instead as the whole thing is covered in wadding anyway. I bought a metre of fabric, 6m of ribbon (I ended up needing 20cm more and had to make a trip back - doh!) and a bag of wadding.
Basically, you just stretch the wadding and fabric over the canvas and staple it into place on the back, folding the corners as you would do a Christmas pressie. Then, starting at each horizontal you stretch and staple the ribbon on the back of the canvas. I have often seen these boards with a button or pin stuck onto each ribbon junction which holds the ribbons firmly in place, but I didn't bother. I like mine just the way is! There are plenty of more elaborate tutorials out there if you are interested in making one, like this one. And wouldn't it make a fabulous gift? Now I've made one, I want to make lots and give them away!
I showed my creation to my husband and his comment was... "it's very bright?!"
Is it too bright?
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Right off the bat, let me just make clear that writer/director Daniel Ray's 2014 ultra-low-budget "mockumentary"-style indie horror Heidi isn't about a little pig-tailed girl living in the Swiss Alps. As a matter of fact, it was filmed (in 2014, although it's only somewhat recently been added to Amazon Prime's streaming queue — it's also apparently available on DVD) in Las Vegas (well away from The Strip or Fremont Street, mind you), and our titular Heidi is a creepy fucking doll.
Hell, I'd even go so far as to say she's damn creepy, and while Annabelle, Chucky, and others hit the scene years — even decades — before Heidi did, she can proudly take her place in the "haunted doll" pantheon right beside them. In other words, dear reader, this flick is actually surprisingly good.
Here's the rundown : semi-annoying high school kids Ryan (played by Samuel Brian) and Jack…
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According to Lauren Sandler, opinion columnist for Huffington Post, conservative's "source document for understanding the rights of Americans is not the Constitution, but the New Testament." She believes they use this document to force women to submit to their husbands and have babies.
Trump's Supreme Court pick Brett Kavanaugh, although not a evangelical Christian, is a "thriving alumnus of President George W. Bush's administration, the same administration that "best understood the vigorous political power of cultural conservatives." He, and other conservative Christians in politics are demanding that "their beliefs be honored as the rule of law."
Sandler claims that "the evangelicals who form a minority of our country but the solid rock of the Republican base" understand gender roles by Ephesians 5:22, "wives, submit to your husband as to the lord." Sandler interpretes the verse to mean that "women are not to be trusted" and the men in women's lives must "draw the shape of our [their] futures and govern whether we [they] grow, birth, suckle and raise children." Because women can't think for themselves.
This verse "vibrate[s] through the two most relevant cases to Kavanaugh's — and our — possible future relationship to Roe v. Wade." Because all that matters to conservatives is "how Kavanaugh interprets the prudence of precedence." She believes that Kavanaugh, and the pro-life organizations that support him want to "strip women of agency and give our men de facto power of attorney over our bodies, ourselves." Calling The Federalist Society a "group that wants to throw human rights back to the feral back alleys of the states."
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If pro-lifers get Roe v. Wade reversed "it would create two separate classes of women of childbearing age: ones who can legally plan their families, and ones who can't." Or to conservative Christians "those who live under the righteous dominion of a husband, and those who don't."
Women should have the right to kill their children. What about the father's right to raise the child?
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Once upon a time, Pius Adesanmi invited Mama Adesanmi to come visit him in Canada. That was not to be because she was denied a visa to go visit her son.
Pius and Mama were sad, however that didn't deterred Mama from reapplying for the visa after a six months waiting period. Again she was denied!
Mama reapplied a third time for a visa to Canada and was denied. She then told Pius that she will visit him in Canada on one condition : "If the Canadian high commission comes to her house at Ilorin and stamp her passport with the visa." Mama was simply saying she is done with the effort of obtaining a visa to Canada after three denials.
And it came to pass, that the Department of Foreign Affairs invited Pius as a guest speaker for an event. Trust Pius not to waste an opportunity to vent when one presents itself. He reluctantly accepted the speaking engagement. After his lecture the Oga at the top in charge of all High Commissioners went to Pius to give him kudos for a job well done. During the tete-a-tete, Pius told the Oga that he is unable to understand why his mother was denied visa to come and visit him.
Three days after the event in Toronto, a dark, heavily tinted SUV with a diplomatic plate number pulled up in front of Mama Adesanmi's house at Ilorin. The Canadian High Commissioner sent his aides who drove all the way from Lagos to Ilorin to go and stamp Mama Adesanmi's passport with a visa to Canada in her living room, with a letter of apology personally signed by the High Commissioner.
That was how Mama's prophesy came to pass and the people who denied her visa three times, brought the visa to her house, even when she didn't apply for a visa.
As Chinua Achebe puts it, "If a child washes his hands he could eat with kings." Pius was cool like that!
How do we console Mama Adesanmi? How?!!!! How do we console Mama and make her come to the realization that her only son who dines with the Ogas at the top who made it possible for her visa to be stamped in her living room, was among the 157 souls that perished on Sunday last week when the ill fated Ethiopian Airlines Flight #302 plunged to the earth 6 minutes after takeoff?
Good night Pius.
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Domestic doyens Wasim Jaffer and Amol Muzumdar along with former India leg-spinner Sairaj Bahutule have applied for Mumbai head coach's post which has been vacated by Ramesh Powar. (More Cricket News)
Powar has been appointed the head coach of the Indian women's team.
Former India pacer Balwinder Singh Sandhu, a member of the 1983 World Cup Winning India team, has also applied for the post, for which a total of nine candidates have applied, a senior MCA official said on Monday, which was the last day for receiving applications.
It is understood that among others who have applied are former keeper-batsman Sulkashan Kulkarni, pacer Pradeep Sunderram, Nandan Phadnis, Umesh Patwal and Vinod Raghvan.
The Mumbai Cricket Association (MCA) had last week sought applications for the post of the coach of the senior men's team with an eligibility criteria of 50 first-class matches.
Jaffer, Ranji Trophy's most prolific run-getter, is a heavyweight candidate with 31 Tests.
Muzumdar, a former Mumbai captain under whom the team won the coveted Ranji Trophy, has been a batting coach with the NCA, IPL team Rajasthan Royals and also a consultant when South African played against India in 2019. He is also a well-known commentator.
Bahutule, who played two Tests and eight ODIs for India, is a domestic stalwart, having played 188 first-class games, in which he picked staggering 630 wickets. He has coached Vidarbha, Kerala, Bengal and has been Gujarat's coach for the past two seasons.
Kulkarni was Mumbai coach when it had won Ranji Trophy in 2012-13 season. He has also coached Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh.
Last season, Mumbai had initially appointed Amit Pagnis as the coach for the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy, but after its disastrous show, Pagnis then stepped down.
The cricket body then named former India off-spinner Powar as the head coach for Vijay Hazare Trophy, which the domestic giants won comfortably earlier this year.
In the past, Mumbai have won the coveted Ranji Trophy for a record 41 times.


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In order to sharpen audio in portable and home audio products using ST's STM32 microcontrollers, STMicroelectronics in cooperation with Spirit DSP will provide no-charge access to professionally developed audio software that ST claims delivers better features and performance than typical open-source alternatives.
ST says its STM32 Spirit Audio Engine delivers high-quality codec, rich audio-system features, low memory usage, long battery life and full technical support. The STM32 Spirit Audio Engine is optimized for ST's STM32 microcontroller architecture. The Audio Engine will be used with STM32 Connectivity Line microcontrollers, which provide two audio-class I2S ports enabling synchronized data transfers, and also support USB2.0 OTG, Ethernet and CAN communications with connected equipment.
Other features common to all STM32 microcontrollers such as up to 1Mbyte of on-chip Flash memory, up to 12 DMA channels, advanced power management for longer battery life, and compatibility between pins and software across all devices also enable better audio.
"Spirit DSP's audio expertise is well recognized among software specialists, system vendors and IC manufacturers," said Michel Buffa, General Manager of ST's Microcontroller Division. "Our customers can now access the benefits of that expertise without charge, combined with the advanced performance, features and scalability inherent in the STM32, to deliver innovative, highly featured products to market quickly and at competitive prices."
The STM32 Spirit Audio Engine includes:
Audio Decoders
MP3 encoder
MP3 decoder with built-in equalizer
WMA decoder with built-in equalizer
Audio Utilities
Loudness control
Three-band parametric equalizer
Channel mixing
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Two-factor authentication is a way of verifying a user's identity by using a combination of two different verification methods. It adds an extra layer of security, thereby ensuring that only authorized user(s) can access an account, even if the password has been compromised.
In Contentstack, the two methods used for two-factor authentication are:
To enable two-factor authentication for your account, log in to your Contentstack account, and perform the following steps:
Under Security, scroll down to Two-Factor Authentication. Enter your mobile number, along with the country code, in the given fields. Click Enable 2FA.
You will be prompted to select one of the two available methods for verifying your identity: Authy App and Text Message.
Note: The two options are available for verifying your phone number during the enabling process of two-factor authentication. It does not set the selected method as your preferred method for logging in.
Select Finish. With this step, two-factor authentication is enabled for your account. Subsequently, you will receive a confirmation email at your registered email address.
Log out of your Contentstack account. Log in again by entering your username and password. The next screen will prompt you to enter the security code.
Irrespective of the method selected for verification in Step 3, the login page expects the security code that is visible on the Authy app on your mobile phone. When you launch it, you will see a security token and a timer to indicate the time (in seconds) within which the token will expire. Enter this token on the login page and you will be logged in immediately.
In case you do not have access to the Authy app, you can log in using an SMS verification - but please note this isn't the preferred method as it's not as secure. To use this workaround, click the 'Send me an SMS' link located below the input field available for entering the security code.
Once two-factor authentication is enabled, the login system (via either Authy or SMS) uses your registered phone number to verify your identity. Consequently, if you do not have access your registered phone number (if you changed it or otherwise), it won't be possible to log in. Thankfully, Contentstack has a way around this.
Here's the process to change your verified phone number:
You can disable two-factor authentication in a few steps. However, it is important to note that doing this will remove the additional layer of security from your account. Contentstack highly recommends keeping it enabled.
Here are the steps for disabling two-factor authentication:
Once two-factor authentication is disabled, you will be able to log in to your account by simply entering your registered email address and password.
Additional Resource: It is advisable to change your password regularly to ensure account security. Here are some password requirements that you need to follow. To know more about password security, refer to our Password-related Security section.
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Nov 06, 2020 — Hong Kong ParticleX held it's first Investment Committee Meeting themed "ParticleX PropTech Global Challenge 2020" on 31 October. The first batch of applications was closed on 14 October and has attracted startups from different countries, which highlights its international character. Although Hong Kong, China, and the United States represent the majority of participants, there are also startups from countries like Spain, Portugal, Canada, United Kingdom, Germany, Argentina, Ukraine, India, and Bangladesh, etc.
The new initiative has sparked the interest of startups from many areas of Proptech related activities. This includes the following sectors: construction, finance, hospitality, smart city, healthcare, insurance, logistics and robotics industries, etc. As intended, this program is designed to provide startups with immediate solutions to help them mitigate the downturn and disruption caused by the pandemic.
Participating startups are selected after screening applications from all over the world. Afterwards, ParticleX carries out intensive reviews of preselected startups with the partners. Outstanding startups will be shortlisted to take part in the Investment Committee Meeting.
The 1st Investment Committee Meeting was conducted online with startups in heavy participation. The meeting included Q&A sessions and lasted for 5 hours taking into account all time zones around the world. In addition to startup pitches, there were panel discussions by the investment committee from ParticleX, corporate partners, Chinachem Group, and representatives from Hong Kong Science and Technology Park. Selected startups will be proceeding to the next phase of investment due diligence, incubation, and business opportunities.
"We're proud and excited to open the call for the 2nd Batch application to the ParticleX PropTech Global Challenge 2020. The 1st batch we received many Proptech startups from all over the world pushing new technological solutions in support of our initiatives. The proptech momentum driving the sector through the pandemic will be the products and services that save the operation cost or otherwise offer differentiating services to generate more customer leads and engagement. We will be able to accelerate the growth of innovative startups and scale their proptech solutions through this program." said Mingles Tsoi, CXO of ParticleX.
Outstanding Startups Highlights:
Alpha'a – Data-driven marketplace & artist discovery platform
Alphaa.io is a community-oriented platform using blockchain technology to offer tailor-made art collections to businesses across all industries, including the real estate sectors of hospitality, office, and co-working/living spaces have addressed this complex challenge for property owners and developers.
Sector: Hospitality, Share Economy; Founder: Manuela Seve
viAct.ai – AI computer vision automate construction monitoring
viAct.ai of Customindz Limited develops a dedicated computer vision engines for enterprises in the construction industry. It is also an established one-stop artificial intelligence platform that detects key events such as safety failures of construction site equipment, vehicles and workers, material allocation, and productivity in real-time. The intelligent platform solves the three pain points of safety supervision, improve efficiency and increase profits.
Sector: Smart City. Founder: Gary Ng
Smartbeings – Voice AI Assistants for Contactless Customer Experience
SmartBeings is a silicon valley based company and creator of award-winning 'WooHoo'. WooHoo is the world's first enterprise-grade contactless Voice Assistant & Video Conferencing solution powered by an AI-based Marketing engine for Real estate & Senior Care. WooHoo focuses on enhancing guest experience & safety, increasing revenue and saving valuable time & manpower cost by automation. SmartBeings mostly focuses on Hospitality, Office/Workplace & Health(senior)care, etc.
Sector: Smart City. CEO: Himanshu Kaul
The 2nd Batch application, Winter 2020, will be closed on 18 November 2020. For program details of ParticleX PropTech Global Challenge 2020, visit https://particlex.com/application/proptech-2020/
About ParticleX
Particle Accelerator Limited (ParticleX) was founded in late 2017 by Shine Works. ParticleX is a startup accelerator in Hong Kong focusing on the latest in technology trends. ParticleX fosters a vibrant startup ecosystem by bringing together early-staged capital, market expertise, research capabilities, and multitalented individuals. Utilizing the distinct geographical advantages of Hong Kong and Mainland China, ParticleX elevates the region's entrepreneurial leadership and influence to a whole new level.
About Chinachem Group
Chinachem Group is a leading property developer in Hong Kong. Their history of success spans more than 50 years. Chinachem diversified their business over the years and has long established a leading position in the industry, as well as the key foundation for its internationalisation. Today, the Group's business spans different areas, including residential, commercial, shopping malls and industrial buildings for sale or lease, as well as hotels for operation, and so on. The group has a solid foundation and constantly strives for improvement and is never satisfied with standing still. The best start-up teams might have an opportunity to be selected by Chinachem as one of the technology solution providers.
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This story was derived from a Chuck Wendig prompt. Chuck does a lot of these for his fellow authors and I enjoy the wackiness of his prompts. Here's the prompt:
You'll notice when you read the story that I didn't stick strictly to the prompt but the idea of an elf, and a slave caravan are certainly there. Enjoy.
Also, when I started posting these parts, I hadn't finished the story, so I have no idea right now how long this will be.
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I huddled in my wagon, the laughter and drumming, the shouts of the caravanner men to the dancing slaves, rolled in the small open windows of the wagon. It was too hot to shut them. I pulled the collar of my night gown closer to my neck and shuddered. I knew what was going to happen, probably already happening to those dancing girls.
I rolled out of bed and lit the tiny brazier, putting the teapot over the flame. If I couldn't sleep, I might as well finish the caravan master's letter to the next city's Lord. I lit the lamp and sat down, the unfinished letter on the small table in front of me. The current master was the third I'd been held by. All sons of my original owner. I sharpened the quill. In elf-years I was still quite young, stolen from some elf encampment as a very young child. Even so, I could already read and write in elvish, dwarf and in multiple languages of men. That, at least came easy to me.
The master made sure I was left alone and I was grateful for that bit of courtesy. Caravanners are not the most genteel of men. I made my tea and opened the ink pot. In a careful hand, with graceful loops and delicate swirls, I finished the letter. As I put the materials away in my writing chest, I could tell the night was winding down. I could hear the crying from the slave wagons. It was sixty years of listening to that crying every night. I'd stopped crying after twenty. There was no point to it. I lay down in my bunk and closed my eyes. Dawn would come soon.
"Delia! Delia!" A pounding on my wagon door accompanied the shouting. I jumped from my bunk. "Yes! Yes! What is it?"
"Master Corpet wants that letter. He's sending a rider ahead."
"I'll take it to him right away."
"Hurry up."
"Yes, yes."
I was already stripping off my night gown. Master Corpet would be impatient to get the caravan moving. I could hear the camels squalling already and the sun was barely peeking over the horizon.
In moments, I had drawn on my dress, pulled my black hair back and tied it with a black ribbon and pulled on my boots. I took the finished letter from the writing chest and opened the door. Men were swarming around the wagons, dust rising from their booted feet in the sand. Bowls of food and water were being given the slaves, eight wagons full. A good trip for master Corpet if they all arrived at the next town. I did his books as well.
I stepped down the short ladder and hurried to the master's wagon. He was sitting at a table, meat and mead, bread and cheese in front of him, at the back of the wagon. A human slave girl was being hustled out and back to her own place. Her face was tear stained and she sent me a glance of desperation. I looked at the sand at my feet. I was in no position to even offer sympathy.
"Your letter, Master Corpet."
He held out his hand while drinking with the other. I passed it over and kept my eyes on my boots.
He read it quickly and nodded. "Good." He handed it back. "Seal it up and give it to Emil. Tell him into the Lord's hands only."
I nodded and turned. Emil would be with the horses. "We leave in a hand, Delia."
"Yes, Master."
Emil was saddling his horse when I arrived. "About time," he snarled at me. "Corpet gives you too much consideration."
Emil hated me. Hated that I had my own wagon. Hated that I was forbidden to him. I handed him the letter. "Master says just into the Lord's hand." I kept my head down.
"Do I look stupid?" He jerked the saddle band tight. His face a scowl as he glared at me.
I didn't answer. Anything I said would be a reason for him to hit me.
"Bitch," he growled.
I handed him the paper. He snatched it out of my hand and stuffed it in his saddlebag. Emil leapt onto his horse and pulled the reins. The horse reared, nearly missing my head with his hooves. Emil laughed as I flinched then kicked the animal into a run, kicking my shoulder with his stirrup as he passed.
The men nearby laughed as I spun around. I refused to rub the spot until I got back to my wagon. It was already bruising. I made tea, ate some bread and cheese, while standing in my wagon door. Two men were already leading camels to my wagon. Time to pack everything away and get ready to leave. I sighed and finished my bread. Time to fill the water bladder for the day. It was going to be another hot one.
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Metaverse December 31, 2021
2021 Saw the Advent of Metaverse, 2022 Will Be a Whole New World
2021 Saw the Advent of Metaverse, 2022 Will Be a Whole New World. Why will 2022 be so much different than this year, concerning the Metaverse? Well, for one thing, there's been so much hype around the Metaverse in the latter part of this year. That hype has generated a lot of attention and a lot of expectations around the technologies that Meta has promised.
If that weren't enough, we know that a lot of companies have started development on projects that just won't work in other platforms. Also, celebrities and content creators are starting to flock to the Metaverse. The real development of this landscape will take the better part of the year to realize.
For that reason, we know we will see a good deal of increased activity. There is likely to be an increase in press as well. The Metaverse has breathed life into many news agencies and a lot of writers are hot on the presses every day. This kind of inflation has to settle into a new industry if it will continue to exist.
Boeing, Nvidia, Intel, Radeon, and many other companies are either in competition with one another, or they are benefitting from the Metaverse projects. This competition has created an expansive new market, and the shifts in the market are everywhere. If you want to invest in the Metaverse, the sooner the better. MetaNews is reporting as fast as possible on each new advancement in the Metaverse. We want you to be informed and up to date. 2021 Saw the Advent of Metaverse, 2022 Will Be a Whole New World.
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Hey Bear Club is a community-based NFT project
Hey Bear Club is a utility-based nft that bridges the gap between the real world and the completely immersive virtual environment. It was inspired by a passion for art and fashion and aims to bring the two together.
Every bear is unique, and every holder will receive a VIP pass to the holders-only community, exclusive merch drops from well-known and up-and-coming designers, airdrops (for example, future nft drops will be sent to the holders), and first-hand experience with the hey bear club web3 activities.
The company's goal is to cooperate with a wide variety of groups in addition to their existing stakeholder base, beginning with the community of designers and developers. This will be the platform where artists, graphic designers, fashion designers, and others working in the art and technology space can connect with one another, create together, and build for the holders of their tokens.
The design ideas of the company are meant to mirror their society in general
Although there are some that are more noticeable than others, this does not mean that there are not smaller groups or individuals. And despite the fact that they all dress up differently when they go out, the company wants its holders to have a good time, experience excitement, and go on an adventure as they make their way through the Hey Bear Club.
The gathering of the bears' personal first aid kits is the initial adventure of the Hey Bear Club. The majority of the bears will be designed by the firm's in-house team, but the company is also inviting individuals talented designers from all over the world to co-design some of the bears. These designers will contribute their own unique brand of creativity, ingenuity, and imagination to the hey bear club.
"We are a group of individuals who get our motivation from the worlds of art, fashion, and technology. In addition, we are on a mission to facilitate the personal development of others while including them in our exciting adventures. We bring decades of experience to the table in the fields of digital marketing, fashion, design, technology, cryptocurrency, art, and nfts."
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Bulgari presents its metaverse world
On ZEPETO, the largest metaverse platform in Asia, the Italian luxury brand BVLGARI will launch a private virtual world for its customers. Beginning on the 31st of August in 2022, it will include a pop-up store known as "BVLGARI SUNSET IN JEJU" and offer guests a variety of offline and online activities.
The pop-up store and a café, both of which are physically located in Parnas Hotel Jeju, have been virtually recreated in BVLGARI ZEPETO World so that guests can enjoy themselves there even if they do not go to the actual place. BVLGARI ZEPETO World features the 2022 BVLGARI Resort Collection in Eden, which was inspired by the summer sky with hues of gold and warm apricot.
Guests can enjoy sweets and beverages at "BVLGARI SUNSET IN JEJU," which is an embodiment of the identity of the brand
In particular, the virtual world has provided its inhabitants with a few more enjoyable options. For instance, when users finish a mission, they will be rewarded with items from the BVLGARI Resort Collection as well as signature accessory pieces, which they can use to outfit their avatars. Users are able to get a feel for the brand by dressing their avatars in classic pieces from collections like as B.zero1, Divas' Dream, and Serpenti.
In addition, Blackpink Lisa, the brand's worldwide ambassador, will hold a virtual live event, which is already generating a lot of attention. On the BVLGARI realm, her avatar will engage in a variety of interactive activities with the brand's devoted followers, such as taking selfies.
Since its inception in August 2018, the metaverse platform ZEPETO, which is managed by Naver Z, has accumulated more than 320 million members all around the world. Since teens make up 80 percent of the platform's user base, it is firmly establishing itself as a favorite hangout spot for generation Z across the world in this age of the metaverse.
PUBG and Blackpink partner for VR concert
Blackpink was awarded the trophy for "Best Metaverse Performance" at the MTV Video Music Awards for their ground-breaking in-game concert series that was a collaboration between PUBG Mobile and Blackpink called "The VIRTUAL." The incredible performance, which garnered 15.7 million views from viewers all over the world, triumphed over a shortlist of six of the most famous celebrities and video games in the world, including Ariana Grande in Fortnite, Charli XCX in Roblox, and Justin Bieber in Wave. The shortlist was comprised of six of the most popular things in the world right now. In 2022, the MTV Video Music Awards, which recognize the best music videos of the previous year, will include a new category that will be titled "Best Metaverse Performance."
The one-of-a-kind audio-visual event that took place over the course of two consecutive weekends in the month of July captivated people all over the world
The in-game event featured not only the premiere of a brand-new special tune called "Ready For Love," but also virtual performances of BLACKPINK's most popular songs by the group. Because of the partnership, a music video was produced, which, to this day, has had more than 151 million views on YouTube.
The members of Blackpink are seen in Ready For Love at a variety of famous locations from the PUBG Mobile universe. These locations include the island of Erangel, the Sanhok Rainforest, the Miramar Desert, the Vikendi Ice Fields, and a sea of flowers in Livik.
The film incorporates well-known elements of the video game PUBG Mobile, such as airdrops, helmets, planes, and bullets, so that viewers can feel as though they are truly a part of the PUBG Mobile universe. Fans can now watch the entirety of the music video for "Ready For Love" on the official YouTube channels of BLACKPINK and PUBG MOBILE.
As part of the cooperation, the music video for the BLACKPINK X PUBG Mobile special tune Ready For Love was launched. Since its first release, the music video has been viewed more than 146 million times. This is the first time that BLACKPINK has appeared in an avatar for a music video, and it is also the first time that PUBG Mobile has worked with artists to create a music video that features virtual images.
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New website helps Waterford voters 'filter out the spin' in European elections
A politics lecturer at the University of Limerick has launched a "one stop shop" online to help Waterford voters make an informed decision in the European elections.
Dr Rory Costello has developed web-based Voting Advice Application (VAA) www.whichcandidate.ie, a not-for-profit website to provide information to voters in Ireland ahead of the elections on Friday, May 24.
The site enables voters to instantly compare candidate's positions on European election issues. It aims to inform voters about the policy positions of candidates and help them make a more informed voting decision.
Dr Costello, who led the project, explained: "Election campaigning is moving online. With over a dozen parties, plus independents, bombarding voters with information, it can be hard to filter out the spin and get the information they need.
"WhichCandidate.ie is a 'one-stop shop' where voters can learn about the issues and the candidates.
"You can compare all the candidates in your constituency, see what they stand for and find out who is the best match for you," he added.
A set of relevant policy issues were selected by the research team in advance of the election. All political parties and candidates were asked a set of questions on key election issues.
Voters who visit the website are asked the same set of questions and their answers are compared with the answers of the candidates. A customised results page is then presented to each user, containing a ranking of candidates ordered by how closely their answers match.
The answers reveal clear differences among parties and candidates on all issues.
WhichCandidate.ie was also run for the 2016 general election, when it was used by over 100,000 voters.
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With their big brains, eight tentacles, and lots of suckers, octopi are pretty amazing animals. But like most things with more than four legs, they can also look quite weird. If you think it would be cool to hang out with an octopus all the time, check out this crazy looking bag.
Designed and crafted by Russia's KruKru Studio, the octopus purse has eight bendy tentacles embellished with rivets instead of suckers. You can store your wallet, keys, and other small items inside of its bulbous head. Maybe toss a few crustaceans in there since you never know when your pet cephalopod might get hungry. Otherwise, you could end up in a situation like this:
The weird and wild octopurse sells for $245 over on Etsy. It's made from real leather, and each one is made to order in red, black, orange, blue, or purple. I think a purple octopus purse would look pretty sweet.


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Magnoidz™ is our Science and Discovery brand, featuring an exciting range of interactive kits designed to intrigue young minds and develop curiosity. Exploring a range of scientific disciplines such as chemistry, physics and geology, these educational activities are fun, engaging and easy to use. Competitively priced, they make an excellent entry-point into the more complex science toy sector.
From understanding how bubbles work to making your own lie detector or erupting volcano, Magnoidz offer countless ways to make science fun. New products now available cover a selection of themes including: nature, gadgets, geology, labs and space. These ranges feature some brilliant new additions such as: Night Sky Projector, Magnifying Glass, Dinosaur Excavation and Geology Dig Kits…and many more.
Magnoidz are designed for inquisitive minds between the ages of 6 and 14. Science lovers will snap them up, but they are also an ideal way of making science fun for those children who find the subject challenging. Magnoidz will appeal directly to children as a fun and exciting activity, as well as to adult family members as an educational toy. The range offers multiple ways to engage children in the fascinating world of science.
Magnoidz are popular in most retail settings, including garden centres, museums, airports and department stores. Delivered, fully-stocked in a flexible gondola unit, they make a colourful, eye-catching display. Learn more about our POS solutions.
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New Delhi [India], Dec.08 (ANI): Delhi Commission for Women (DCW) chief Swati Maliwal has lashed out at police after a woman was thrashed for helping a raiding team to bust illegal sale of liquor in national capital's Narela area.
Praveen, who tried to help the DCW panel raid a house in Narela, was on Thursday allegedly beaten up by group of women and paraded naked.
Maliwal said the woman and entire DCW team was threatened of dire consequences, but still the police had failed to arrest the attackers.
She further said the illicit liquor was being sold near the police station and a woman selling the liqour had herself stated on record that "everyone knows the functioning of the police".
"It is shameful to write off this incident as a quarrel between women. Further she has marks of iron rods on her body. Praveen has been assaulted by same people who were selling liquor openly in their house yesterday night," DCW chief said in a statement.
Rebuking the Delhi police for failing to curb the menace, the DCW chief said the problem was rampant in Narela as well as other areas.


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A first edition! Written by a parent, this opinionated, personal, and easy-to-use guide has hundreds of ideas to keep the kids entertained for an hour, a day, or a weekend! Fun with the Family New Jersey leads the way to historical attractions, children's museums, wildlife habitats, festivals, parks, and much more. Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, the guide features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
NJ Homeschool Hangout
Our members are from all over NJ…from the Northern tip to the Southern tip. We have meetups all throughout NJ and the surrounding area. Some of our meetup locations will be in Northern, Central, and Southern NJ and also NY and PA.
New Jersey Scenic
Getting outside. Visit the shore, a forest or a family farm. See the Pinelands or a scenic river. Study the colonial architecture.
Art Museums
Monmouth Museum
Changing exhibitions in art, history and science to educate and entertain while providing a destination for creative expression and life-long learning to the diverse community it serves.
765 Newman Springs Road
Lincroft, NJ 07738
(732) 747-2266
Princeton University Art Museum
Check out the self-guided family activities worksheets.
McCormick Hall
Princeton, NJ 08542
(609) 258-3788
Yard School of Art
programs for adults, children, and teens throughout the year. Classes are offered in four semesters including an eight-week summer program. Learn a new skill or refresh your existing knowledge in our professional studios from experienced teaching artists.
Montclair Art Museum
Directions by train or bus.
3 South Mountain Avenue
Montclair, New Jersey 07042-1747
New Jersey State Aquarium
Learn about interesting animals and their exciting habitats found in our exhibits.
1 Riverside Dr.
Camden, NJ
The Newark Museum
The Museum complex, the largest in New Jersey, weaves together 80 galleries of art and science, a mini zoo, planetarium, gift shops, cafe, auditorium, sculpture garden, schoolhouse and the Ballantine House.
49 Washington Street
Newark, NJ 07101-0540
(973) 596-6550.
History & Culture
Fosterfields Living Historical Farm
NJ's first "living historical farm" has year-round tours and special events. Not a replica, Fosterfields is a working farm, using the tools, techniques, and materials of a turn-of-the-century farm. Located in Morristown, NJ.
Historic Allaire Village
Numerous special events and educational programs are offered at the village year round. Located in Monmouth County.
(732) 919-3500
Howell Living History Farm
A time machine that takes you back to the year 1900. Off Rt. 29 two miles south of Lambertville.
(609) 737-3299.
Macculloch Hall Historical Museum
We offer Home School Workshops several times per semester. Watch here for program notifications.
45 Macculloch Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960
(973) 538-2404
Museum of Early Trades & Crafts
Exhibits, programs and special events, with a special emphasis on educating and entertaining children of all ages. Located in Madison, NJ
New Jersey State Museum
From fossils to fine art, from Native American tools to the finest silver, from quilts to comets, from prehistory to the future, the New Jersey State Museum is four museums in one and offers a galaxy of experiences for every member of the family. 205 West State Street in Trenton.
Old Barracks Museum
In 1758, the Barracks was the biggest building in Trenton. About 300 British and Irish soldiers were the first to live here. The Old Barracks is located in downtown Trenton, next to the New Jersey State House, and is easily accessible.
(609) 396-1776
Peachfield and the Old Schoolhouse
Surrounding farm lands adjacent to the house are still farmed as they have been for more than 200 years. Visitors experience life in an 18th century school setting. Costumed docents conduct class trips, tours and education workshops to interested members of the public.
180 Burrs Road
Westampton, NJ 08060-9618
(609) 267-6996
Roebling Museum
We present the history of the engineering genius of John A. Roebling, the wire rope industry he founded, and the company town of Roebling, New Jersey. We are open! Please follow the detour signs to Hornberger Ave. Follow Hornberger Ave. to the Museum parking lot.
(GPS:1495 Hornberger) 100 Second Avenue
Roebling, NJ 08554
Franklin Mineral Museum & Mine Replica
The Franklin Mineral Museum has over 4,000 species and 3 dump areas to investigate – a wide range of geological, mineralogical, archaeological, and historical themes to offer its visitors. Open weekends in March, daily April to November. Located an hour from NYC at 32 Evans Street, Franklin, Sussex County, NJ.
InfoAge Science History Museum and National Historic Landmark
An old military base, Camp Evans, was turned into a small town of museums. Watch the video to see most of the offerings. Be sure to check out the New Jersey Shipwreck Museum to learn about the history of "wi-fi" and how it helped saved many lives at sea. Open 3 days a week, so check before going.
2201 Marconi Road
Wall, NJ 07719
Sterling Hill Mining Museum
A world famous underground zinc mine in northwestern New Jersey open for tours to all. Located in Ogdensburg, an hour from NYC.
Bay-Atlantic Symphony
We offer very inexpensive educational concerts for students in Atlantic, Cumberland and Cape May counties. Concerts are performed at Cumberland County College in Vineland, and at Stockton College in Pomona. We welcome homeschoolers to our entertaining performances.
(856) 451-1169
Cape May
World renowned for bird watching, because it is one of the largest breeding grounds for neotropical migratory shore birds in the world. This is a monthly magazine site, with new articles monthly.
Turtle Back Zoo
Noted for its reptile house and alligator exhibit. West Orange, NJ.
Regional Guides
Pine Barrens of New Jersey
Whether you're down for the day, here for a vacation, or just a "piney" looking for something new and exciting to do, there's bound to be something here to interest you.
Rural Life
12 Hidden Waterfalls In New Jersey
New Jersey is home to one of the largest waterfalls on the east coast, but we also have our fair share of hidden gems. The following waterfalls can be found throughout the mountains of north and western New Jersey, along the Appalachian range and Delaware Water Gap.
Appalachian Trail
A 2,184 mile long public footpath that traverses the scenic, wooded, pastoral, wild, and culturally resonant lands of the Appalachian Mountains.
Fernbrook Farms Education Center
A non-profit farm-based education center in Central New Jersey which offers specific homeschool classes on science, nature and agriculture and field trip opportunities for children ages 3-14. On Route 545 in Chesterfield Township, just 3 miles east of Bordentown.
(609) 298-4028
New Jersey Pinelands
This is truly a special place. It's classified as a United States Biosphere Reserve and in 1978 was established by Congress as the country's first National Reserve. It includes portions of seven southern New Jersey counties, and encompasses over one-million acres of farms, forests and wetlands.
Science Centers
Liberty Science Center – Homeschool Programs
Give your child in-depth science knowledge through Liberty Science Center's School Residency Program. Transform the traditional trip to Liberty Science Center into focused one- and two-day learning experiences centered on a chosen theme. Space is limited, call Ruben Rosario at 201-253-1533 to reserve your spot today.
Bickford Theater at Morris Museum
The Morris Museum presents theatre for young audiences on the stage of their 312-seat Bickford Theatre. 6 Normandy Heights Road, Morristown, NJ 07960 Bickford Theatre Box Office 973-971-3706 Homeschoolers can also arrange to attend the "classroom intermission" performances during the week.
Paper Mill Playhouse Children's Theatre
Homeschoolers may be most interested in "on school time" performances (Group Sales Coordinator, at 973.379.3636 ext. 2438). In addition to these and year-round performances, Paper Mill offers Theatre school and a summer theatre program. Brookside Drive, Millburn, NJ 07041, Box office 973-376-4343.
Pax Amicus Castle Theatre
Presents day time and evening performances of children's shows and Shakespeare. 23 Lake Shore Drive, Budd Lake, NJ 07828 Box Office (973) 691-2100 – Main (973) 691-4900 – School & Group Sales.
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KNOXVILLE — Students in the retail and consumer sciences program at UT are planning a boutique sale to benefit Knoxville Habitat for Humanity on April 12.
The students are collecting brand-name women's clothes, pricing them for the sale and putting them on display. There will be a special section for prom and cocktail dresses.
The boutique sale will be from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. in Market Square next to Trio Café in downtown Knoxville.
The idea for the sale came from Ginger Baxter, a member of the board of Knoxville Habitat for Humanity. For her birthday last year, she asked her friends to donate their designer clothes instead of giving her presents. A retail and consumer sciences class led by Ann Fairhurst, professor in the Department of Retail, Hospitality and Tourism Management, was asked to organize the sale.
There are four locations to drop off donations. Make sure the clothes are labeled for the boutique sale.
• Habitat for Humanity thrift store at 2209 N. Central Ave. The hours are 9:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Phone (865) 521-4909.
• UT Department of Retail, Hospitality and Tourism Management, room 110 in the Jessie Harris Building, 1215 Cumberland Ave. The hours are 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Phone (865) 974-6609 or (865) 974-2141.
• Panhellenic Building, 1531 Cumberland Ave. A box to leave donations is available.
• Humes Hall, women's residence hall in Presidential Courtyard. A box to leave donations is available.
Knoxville Habitat for Humanity is an independent, nonprofit, ecumenical Christian housing ministry that partners with people of all beliefs. Knoxville Habitat for Humanity, an affiliate of Habitat for Humanity International since 1985, builds simple, decent and affordable homes in partnership with those in need. Volunteers and the future homeowners provide the labor in building the homes. Tax deductible donations of money, land and materials are provided by individuals, organizations, churches and corporations.
Elizabeth Davis, UT media relations, (865) 974-5179, email@example.com
Dan Hurst, Habitat for Humanity, (865) 523-3539 ext. 107, email@example.com


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The book tags are back! Shivalika from Whimsy Journals tagged me in the Autumn Book Tag and I didn't want to leave it in 2015 so I'm catching up now!
What is your favourite thing about Autumn?
Nothing. I'm sad that summer is coming to an end, that the nights are longer and the days are shorter and I have to go back to wearing coats and scarfs.
2. What book reminds you of your school days?
Wuthering Heights by Emily Bronte. This was the book that led me down the literature rabbit hole. I still have the copy that I took from school. Yip, took. At the end of the school year you need to return the books but I kept my copy. Shhhh.
3. What book cover reminds you of Autumn?
No published book cover comes to mind, all that comes to mind are books wrapped in brown paper.
4. What is you favourite horror or Halloween story?
5. What is your favourite horror or Halloween film?
The answer to both questions is: I don't have one. I don't watch horror films and I would never think about reading a horror story. Just the idea is giving me goosebumps.
6. What fall book release are you most looking forward to?
Autumn begins late April, though it usually still feels like Summer, then.
Sylvia Day's One With You, I'm not usually clued up when it comes to release dates, when I see a new book my response is usually "oh hello there new fella!". But One With You is a book that I have been tracking ever since I heard about it being in the pipeline.
7. What Autumn release are you most anticipating?
Uhm, excuse me while I google something.
Okay, so turns out The Huntsman is being released in April 2016. That's something I'd be excited about, and also, Chris Hemsworth, do I need to say more?
8. What are the three books you plan to read this Autumn?
One With You by Sylvia Day!!!! And there's a good chance that I'll re-read the series, again.
I'm not sure who has completed this tag, so to all those who want to participate, consider yourself tagged!