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Herbs and spices, where do they come from, how do we get them and what can you do with them
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A bit About herbs and spices
Nothing brings people back to the table better than a menu full of wonderful flavours. The proper seasonings and herbs added to the right foods will make every meal a true culinary adventure.
Here are a few things you might like to know before you choose the ingredients you will need to enhance your favorite foods.
When you talk about "SPICES" you are talking about over 50 different spices, herbs and seeds. Each has its own personality and flavor.
Strength and quality should be the most important consideration when purchasing the herbs and spices you will need, some spices are extremely expensive, but the actual amount of the spice used negates the cost.
When storing your spices, herbs, and seasonings, store them in a sealed container and keep them out of the air and direct sunlight as much as possible.
Spice refers to herbs, aromatic seeds and seasoned salt. There are also oriental and tropical spices.
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Name that herb
Here are a few of the plants referred to as herbs and spices,
· Herbs: Thyme, Tarragon, Savory, Sage, Rosemary, Parsley, Oregano, Mint, Marjoram, Chervil, Bay Leaves, Basil
· True Spices: Allspice, Cayenne, Cinnamon, Cloves, Ginger, Mace, Nutmeg, Paprika, Black pepper, White pepper, Red pepper, Saffron, Turmeric
· Blended or Spice Mix: Chili powder, Curry powder, Fine herbs, Pickling spice, Poultry seasoning, Pumpkin spice
· Seasoned Salts: Celery salt, Garlic salt, Onion salt
· Aromatic Seeds: Anise seed, Caraway, Cardamom, Celery, Cumin, Dill, Mustard, Poppy seed
Herbs are leaves from plants grown in a more temperate zone than true spices. Herbs include bay leaves marjoram, oregano, basil and many others. The leaves are dried, left whole or crushed.
Seeds used for cooking are of plants which grow in tropical and temperate zones around the world. They include celery seed, chili pepper seed, dill seed and many more.
Spice Blends are simply a mixture of several spices and herbs. Curry powder is a blend of 5-7 different spices. Chili powder is a blend of hot spices. There are salt blends used in meat cooking and for marinates. Garlic salt and onion salt are a mixture of dried and ground seasoning with salt.
Some recipes will ask for fresh herbs instead of dried herbs. This is an easy conversion,
· 15ml of fresh herbs= 5ml of dried herbs,
· 5ml of dried herbs = 2ml of powdered herbs.
Spices that are improperly stored for too long tend to have a dust like aroma. This is due to mold. The spice has lost its potency. Spices have no calorie value.
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The Bay leaf is a herb known around the world and has been used in kitchens for thousands of years. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean, but is found growing in gardens around the world. It can be grown indoors; enabling you to have fresh bay leafs all year long. Bay leafs are used in soups and stews, on meats or in combination with other herbs to help enhance the flavors of many different foods. Bay leafs can be used fresh or dried and are usually whole. Bay leafs are famous for being a necessary ingredient in a Bouquet Gari, a small bundle of herbs used in the making of stocks and soups.
Thyme is also an herb that is native to the Mediterranean. Thyme that grows wild is a very nice find because even though it may not be as beautiful a bush as a cultivated one, I believe the wild thyme comes out far ahead in the flavor department. For the most part the leaves and flowers are used in cooking. You can save the branches for your BBQ. Make a small bundle of dried thyme stems, tie them together with butchers twine and soak them for a couple of hours. When you are ready to cook put the wet branches on your BBQ, close to a flame (but not in it). When you start to see the smoke rise, ad your meat to the grill and let it cook. The flavor of the smoke will be enjoyed by all. Store your fresh thyme in a plastic bag for up to a week in the refrigerator. Dry thyme will last about 6 months, keep it dry, sealed and in the cool darkness.
Cilantro is by far at its best when used fresh and yes it is a native to the Mediterranean and the western parts of Asia. Cilantro gives fresh salsa a delightful and delicious kick. The leaves the stem and even the roots are tasty. Cilantro is available pretty much every where and anywhere you can buy fresh herbs and spices. When cooking with fresh Cilantro leaves it is best to add them last. The longer the leaves are cooked at a high temperature the more flavor loss occurs. The roots are used for curry paste in some Asian regions.
Parsley grows in the temperate zones on the planet. You will find it, in one form or another in most, if not all kitchens in North America. Parsley is used to enhance and bring out the flavors of the other herbs being used. Parsley is great with most vegetables, egg dishes, soups and fish, along with many other foods. Parsley can be bought at most grocery stores, open markets or you can grow your own. Parsley mixes very well with chives, garlic, basil, chili and any number of herbs and spices. Parsley is native to the eastern Mediterranean.
Basil is not native to the Mediterranean; it is from the tropical regions of Asia. It has been grown and harvested in Asia for over 3 thousand years. You can now find basil just about everywhere. Basil is part of the Mint family and grows just as prolifically as any other mint. Sweet basil is best when picked and used right away. When cooking basil with tomato's, the basil holds its entire wonderful flavor, but turns black. So don't think you've burnt your dinner if you see black flacks in the tomato sauce. Purple basil is the good-looking brother to Sweet Basil. It is just as tasty and flavorful and turns just as black in tomato sauce. Purple basil is also known as opal basil.
Sage is native to (you guessed it), the Mediterranean. In North America sage is best known as one of the key ingredients in the Thanksgiving turkey stuffing as well as a key ingredient in pork breakfast sausage. It is used to enhance the flavor of bread and is used in a bouquet garni. Purple sage is not as fragrant as common sage. The color of the leaf is a soft purple and when its flowers bloom the flowers are blue. There are a number of types of sage that vary in color, leaf shape and taste.
1. Black Currant sage
2. Pineapple sage
3. Variegated golden sage
4. Greek sage
5. Multi color sage
Sage is also known as Salvia and there are over 700 varieties of Salvia.
Fresh sage leaves should be used as soon as possible. You can store dried sage for up to six months as long as it is kept out of the light and is stored in an airtight container.
Dill is a native to several areas. The western parts of Asia, southern parts of Russia and where else but the eastern Mediterranean. Dill has a stand alone flavor all unto itself. You can preserve dill by drying it or you can freeze it. You lose little or no flavor by freezing it. When you dry your dill you loose a lot of the flavor. Freeze the stem and all. When you need some just take what you need and leave the rest frozen. Dill seed is very nice to use when you use a slow cooker or crock pot. Dill weed or dill seeds are very good in salad dressings. Dill is now very common in most kitchens in North America and the UK. Dill is probably most famous for the wonderful flavor it gives to Dill Pickles.
Oregano is from The Mediterranean and the western regions of Asia. Oregano is a key ingredient in many Italian recipes. It is also a key ingredient in many Mexican dishes. It blends well with basil and thyme. When dried oregano has a much more intense aroma and flavor than when it is fresh. Fresh oregano is very nice when served with cheeses like Old Cheddar or Mozzarella cheese. The leaves and flowers are the parts of the plant that are most used. You can also use the dried stems in you barbeque or you can use it in your meat smoker. There are a number of varieties of oregano available.
1. Common Oregano
2. Golden oregano
3. Syrian oregano
4. Greek oregano
5. Mexican oregano.
Oregano goes well with pork, chicken, beef and is wonderful mixed with olive oil and drizzled over hot steamed vegetables.
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May was a pretty busy racing month for me. I started the month off with an 8 hour ultra in Georgia, followed by 3 marathons in 3 different states in New England, and then finished the month with a 24 hour ultra in Pennsylvania. It was a lot of traveling in a short span of time; sometimes I think the mechanics of getting to and from race venues is harder than actually doing the races. After returning from Chambersburg, we had just one full day to unpack, do laundry, and repack before we flew cross-country to Spokane, Washington, for my first June race, the Windermere Marathon.
The major attraction of the Windermere race was its generous time limit, a full 7 ½ hours; the race website also stated that walkers were welcome in both the half and full marathons. Races, especially marathons that encourage walkers to enter, are fairly unusual so I feel it is important to support the ones that do. Darcy and I had only been to Spokane once, when I did the Coeur d'Alene Marathon back in 2010. We flew into Spokane, rented a car, and drove to Idaho and then back to the airport so we never really saw the city of Spokane. This time we wanted to explore the city itself.
We drove to JAX early on Friday morning to catch the first of our three flights. After a brief layover in Atlanta, we left for Portland, OR. Both of us had been upgraded to first class (thanks, Delta!) and had a surprisingly tasty breakfast on the plane. Our final flight of the day was a short hop from Portland to Spokane on a prop plane operated by Horizon Air. We arrived around 1:30 Pacific Time, retrieved our bags, and called for the hotel shuttle to take us to the DoubleTree by Hilton, the host hotel.
It turned out that the DoubleTree was conveniently located right across from the Spokane Convention Center, site of packet pickup, and also very close to Riverfront Park and the race finish line. We decided to leave our bags in our hotel room and wander around a bit before looking for a place to have an early dinner. Auntie's Bookstore on Main Street was nearby so we spent an hour or so browsing the two floors of new and used books before heading to The Onion Bar & Grill, a popular restaurant highly recommended by several hotel personnel. We indulged in burgers, sweet potato fries, and a large platter of appetizers (mostly fried, unfortunately, but tasty nonetheless). Satiated, we went back to our hotel for some rest.
The expo did not open until 11am on Saturday, so we spent a quiet morning relaxing and having a leisurely breakfast in the Hilton dining room. After we ate, we walked around Riverfront Park and admired the unique sculptures and statues surrounding the park from the Washington State University downtown campus to the Monroe Street Bridge. Promptly at 11 we walked back to the Convention Center for the expo. Because this is a very small race (only about 300-400 marathoners and 2000 half marathoners) I expected the expo to be small as well but was pleasantly surprised. There were at least 35 vendors, many offering tasty samples and mini-chocolate bars. I especially enjoyed the yummy bread slices from Great Harvest Bread Company. Packet pickup was easy; after getting my bib with chip on the reverse, I walked to the next table for a red plastic gear bag and camouflage backpack filled with brochures and coupons, and then to another table for a gender specific long-sleeved bright red tech quarter zip shirt.
After depositing all these goodies in our hotel room we were ready to explore the city some more, so we headed over to the old Flour Mill, once a real flour mill but now housing unusual stores and restaurants. We opted to have lunch at Clinkerdagger's, right inside the mill and overlooking the river. Most of the other diners chose to sit outside since the weather was glorious but we Floridians preferred an inside table that gave us a perfect view of the river without the ultraviolet load. This turned out to be one of my favorite meals of the trip. The background music was soft so we could actually hold a conversation. The food was excellent; Darcy had a hamburger and fries and I had steak and Dungeness crab sliders with sweet potato fries and – for beverages – a local IPA. I had looked longingly at the dessert sampler when we first entered but by the end of the meal I simply could not eat another bite. We did discuss returning here for a post-race meal but I knew I would be too tired afterwards to manage even this relatively short walk after the race.
When lunch was over, we once again walked across the many bridges over the river, by the falls, and through the park, stopping to watch children and adults ride the historic and beautiful 1909 Looff Carrousel. Back at our hotel, I began my pre-race preparations, setting out clothes and shoes and stuff and trying to ease my customary fears of getting lost on the course. Although the race website had a course map, it was small and vague, even when enlarged, and surprisingly there was no blow-up map of the course at the expo. Naturally I was concerned about being at the end of the marathoners with no idea where to go. Previous reviews on Marathon Guide had mentioned a lack of signage and the possibility of making a wrong turn. As a result, I spent a restless night obsessing.
I needn't have. It turned out the course was marked on the ground at every turn by yellow sticky arrows. In addition, there were volunteers at these turns to point runners and walkers in the right direction. But of course I didn't know this prior to the race start. On Sunday morning, I rose early, ate my usual breakfast, and then woke Darcy so he could walk me to the shuttle bus at the Veterans Arena nearby. Since this is a point-to-point course, it is necessary to take a shuttle to the start in Liberty Lake, an upscale suburb of Spokane. I got on the first bus and we left promptly at 5; the buses made continuous loops back and forth until 6 am (or actually a bit later, because the race was held up for 22 minutes while we waited for the last bus to arrive). Half marathoners took a different bus to the half marathon start at Mirabeau Park, halfway between Liberty Lake and Spokane.
The ride to Liberty Lake took about 25 minutes. Since I had about 2 hours to wait until the race countdown, I made good use of the portapotties (9 of them plus 2 indoor heated bathrooms) and spent the rest of the time talking to other racers and watching the sun rise over the mountains. We lined up on the street 7 o'clock and waited patiently for the final shuttle, listening to words of welcome from the Race Director and a rendering of the Star Spangled Banner, and then – finally – we were off!
I began a relatively fast-paced walk while watching most of the racers sprint on ahead, leaving me with a few Galloway people and a couple of slower walkers. Here's where those yellow arrows came into good use. I kept my eyes peeled on the ground looking for them at the same time trying to keep the receding runners in my view. The surface was smooth – sidewalks and bike paths, around houses and golf courses – although occasionally there were curbs to step up or down. By mile 5, we reached a short but troublesome (for me) patch of gravel, dirt, and rocks. It didn't last long but I was certainly glad to have my gaiters. After that section, we stayed in the breakdown lane of a 4-lane road for a couple of miles. Three foot orange markers kept us from the cars, although they were a little too widely spaced apart for my comfort. Still, there was very little traffic on Sunday morning and I found that drivers in general were exceptionally polite.
Around mile 7, we entered the Centennial Trail along the Spokane River. This was my favorite part of the race. The setting was beautiful and I enjoyed the tall trees, wildlife (squirrels, rabbits, and birds), and the pristine river. We essentially stayed on this trail until the finish line in Riverfront Park in downtown Spokane, but occasionally the course wove in and out of various neighborhoods. Since the course is certified and flat, it is a good one for runners trying to qualify for Boston. We had great weather – a cool 50 degrees at the start but warming into the low 80's at the finish. There is no shade on the course, however, and by mile 15 I was warm and wishing for some ice-cold water to drink. The trees are mostly tall pines and do not provide much cover. Since aid stations were 2 miles apart (normally a good distance), there were times when I was thirsty between water stops and regretted not bringing a water bottle with me. Only one aid station had ice. I guess this kind of heat is unusual for Spokane in June.
We shared the trail with cyclists, dog walkers, runners, and people who were roller skiing. I had never heard of this before and was intrigued enough to ask some of the 'skiers' about the sport. It turns out to be very popular in Spokane. People use short narrow roller-blade type skates and long ski poles to propel themselves along the trail. It was fascinating to watch!
Given the heat and my fatigue from closely-spaced previous races, I was glad to finally reach the finish line. My name was announced and I received a handsome medal and a rose. I wasn't hungry so I bypassed the food table (which had offerings of soup, fruit, and bagels) and even the beer table; my mind was on getting back to the hotel for a shower and nap. I did stop to get my 'victory stand' photo (free for finishers – a nice touch) and to thank the RD for putting on a good race. My finishing time was 6:08, good enough for 3rd place in my age group, so I also picked up my acrylic award with the Windermere Race logo on it.
Then it was back to the hotel to clean up and relax. Our dinner that evening was in the bar at Spencer's Steaks and Chops. It was right in our hotel and offered a 'happy hour' on meals and drinks. I enjoyed delicious steak tips with peppers and onions, shared a blueberry, greens, and bleu cheese salad with Darcy, and relished a glass of cabernet. We left early the next morning for the long trip home, satisfied with our trip and a good race.
I would recommend this race for walkers who do not mind being alone for long stretches, especially at the end. Spectators are few and – since that doesn't bother me – I enjoyed the peace and quiet. As I passed the aid stations at the later miles, I saw several volunteers packing up and getting ready to leave. That made me a little nervous for the people behind me who invariably would need water, electrolytes, and support. Walkers who can complete the race in less than 6 ½ hours should not have any trouble.

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About E-Cigarettes
Electronic cigarettes are designed to use specially formulated e-juice or e-liquids and is a relatively new technology, first invented in 2006. We directly import into Australia as well as many other countries around the world on the behalf of our clients, only the best of the best e-cigarettes and e-juice liquids with and without nicotine. Now lets answer some questions about e-cigarettes and e-liquids!
Are E-Cigarettes Dangerous
At this point conclusions from current scientific studies and experts to establish whether this form has the same potential as traditional cigarettes to damage health.
Let us give you a brief overview of the dangers of traditional cigarettes. The burning of tobacco has been proven to produce over 4000 chemicals of which 70 are cancer causing along with 100's of other Poisons. Here are a few you may of heard of: Benzene, Cyanide, Arsenic, Formaldehyde, Polonium, Tar. Although tobacco is extremely toxic and will kill 50% of those that consume it legislation freely allows the sale of tobacco to all Australian adults.
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO) tobacco has been responsible for 100 million deaths throughout the 20th century and if the trends continues that number could be up to 1 billion by the end of this century. This is a frightening statistic that highlights the dangerous reality of tobacco.
Using electronic cigarettes or vaping on the other hand involves the inhaling of 3 primary components Propylene Glycol, Vegetable Glycerine and Nicotine (if requested) along with small amounts of flavourings. PG and VG are both widely used in the food and pharmaceutical industries and are relatively inert. They are used in other approved preparations for inhalation such as Asthma inhalers and Nicorette mist. As of March 2015 there is not a single piece of evidence that suggests PG or VG particulates are detrimental to respiratory function or circulation when aspirated.
Whilst it is very unlikely that using this form is entirely healthy, some studies amongst the scientific community have begun to conclude that vaping is significantly less harmful than traditional tobacco. See below:
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The following is an interesting segment shown by the BBC:
BBC – Trust me I'm a Doctor – Are Electronic Cigarettes Safe?
To date, there has not been a single study to show E-Cigarettes emit anywhere close to the cocktail of dangerous poisons and carcinogens that traditional tobacco contain.
We believe that smokers should be able to make an informed decision on whether they choose to vape or not. E-Cigarettes are here to stay and although regulation will be important in the future people should not be excluded from making their choice today. The U.S.A, U.K, France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Portugal and Greece amongst other countries have allowed E-Cigarettes (with nicotine) to be freely sold whilst a regulatory framework is created. This has given smokers an ability to move away from dangerous tobacco while governments work out the best way to create standards that best serve the population.
Hopefully the Australian government will join the rest of the western world soon and allow the retail sale of nicotine E-Liquid through registered shops. At this point it is not; so the only way is to import for personal use, please see our range of e-cigarettes and e-liquids in our store. If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.


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German Spies in Maine
The Hancock woman who spotted two German spies in 1944 has died. Mary Forni saw the two suspicious characters shortly after they rowed ashore from a U-boat.
"They just weren't like normal Mainers in November," Forni told the BDN. "You just never saw anybody walking without boots when it was snowy like that. It's a wonder I didn't stop and offer them a ride."MaineToday.com has a good piece from 2003 about the events.
But Forni didn't offer them a ride. Instead, she called a friend, the wife of Deputy Sheriff Dana Hodgkins. Forni later was questioned by investigators about the incident as was Hodgkins' 17-year-old son, Harvard, who also reported seeing the spies.
On Jan. 2, 1945, then-FBI director J. Edgar Hoover announced the capture of the two spies in New York City. [Link]
In Maine, the small, sandy beach on which the two men landed is one of only two locations in the United States where German spies gained entry into the country during the war, according to Earle G. Shettleworth Jr., director of the Maine Historic Preservation Commission.The Nazi Spy Landing Site is located on the west shore of Crabtree Neck at Sunset Ledge Cove, Hancock Point.
The site's listing on the National Register recognizes its importance as a historical site worth preserving, Shettleworth said. [Link]


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Brandywine Homecare
An income statement, also known as a profit and loss statement shows how much money a company has spent over a period of time. It also shows the costs and expenses that are associated with earning that revenue. It is an important measure of the company's profitability. The simple building blocks of a net income formula are revenues minus expenses equal net income. Brandywine Homecare 2007 Income Statement
Total Revenue: $12,000,000
Expenses: $9,000,000
Depreciation Expense: $1,500,000
Total Expenses: $10,500,000
Net Income: $1,500,000
2. What were Brandywine's 2007 net income, total profit margin, and cash flow?
As stated above, net income is the company's total earnings. Net income = Total revenue – Expenses
Net Income = $12,000.000 - $1,500,000 = $1,500,000
Brandywine's net income for 2007 was $1,500,000.
A profit margin is the difference between sales generated and the cost to produce each of the units sold. A profit margin refers to a measure of profitability and is an indicator of a company's pricing strategy and how well it controls costs. Businesses pay especially close attention to profit margins because they can provide valuable information as to the financial condition of the company. Profit margins are presented in percentage terms. Total Profit Margin = Net Income/ Total Revenues
Total Profit Margin= 1,500,000 / 12,000,000 = .125 = 12.5%
Brandywine's total profit margin is 12.5%. This shows that Brandywine make 12.5 cents on every dollar of total revenues.
A cash flow, also known as a cash flow statement simply reports the inflows and outflows of cash in a company. Cash...
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Gapenski, L. (2008). Healthcare Finance: An introduction to accounting and financial management (4th ed.). Chicago: AUPHA Press/ Health Administration Press.
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World Book Day
These resources were produced for the Global Learning Programme (GLP), England, to assist teachers with lesson planning for World Book Day.
Aimed at Key Stages 2 and/or 3, ages 7–14, GLP resources were produced by one or more of the partners delivering the programme. Some curriculum-based resources were produced in collaboration with the subject associations for English, maths, history, geography, RE and citizenship but may also be suitable for use in other subject areas.
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Build Your Own Retro Gaming Handheld With ClockworkPi GameShell
GameShell is a retro gaming tribute that lets you fulfil that dream of programming your own 8-bit or 16-bit game. While it has some minor issues, no other dedicated device promises so much, which makes the GameShell that bit more special.
Want to game on the go, but unsure about squeezing your favorite single-board computer into that old Nintendo Gameboy? What you need is a portable games console that has all the retro gaming in it you can handle, right?
The GameShell portable console from Clockwork looks and feels like a Nintendo Gameboy and comes with retro gaming software preinstalled. Better still, it's a DIY kit, which means you still get the satisfaction of building the GameShell yourself, with some customization options. It's currently retailing for $159, though the price may go up after the initial launch period.
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Prepare for retro gaming awesomeness.
It's a Gameboy-style DIY Handheld Games Console
The explosion of retro gaming over the past few years has resulted in countless DIY projects aiming for mobile gaming.
You've probably seen Raspberry Pi computers squeezed into portable DVD players and even old Nintendo Gameboys. The Clockwork GameShell takes this idea of portable retro gaming and runs with it. You basically have the chance to play your favorite games on the go, on a device you've built and customized.
Highly Hackable and Open Source
A successful Kickstarter campaign that raised over $290,000 in 2017, the GameShell features a custom-built board, ClockworkPi v3.1.
This open source design is a modular, portable gaming system, visually reminiscent of the Gameboy, that ships in kit form, ready to be snapped together.
Thanks to a dedicated operating system and retro emulation software, you can enjoy thousands of classic games.
But it's not all about playing retro games.
The GameShell also features support for programming languages including:
- Python
- Lua
Games can be created on the device, or existing projects modified.
There's more, however: the GameShell's outward appearance can be customized. Ultimately, you end up with a programmable, portable game console that looks how you want, and plays the games you love.
What's in the Box?
This is a true kit-based experience, and in the box you'll find a collection of labels for customization, along with a guide, the case components, and the electronics.
The GameShell's hardware is logically sorted into boxes; one holds the front of the case, another the power components, etc. Five boxes are included in all and building the handheld console means working through these components in turn.
No soldering is required. All you need to do is follow the five-stage guide and be reasonably confident that you can plug things in.
Similarly, no screws are included, as they're also not required. Mounting the hardware components relies on the design of the case, making this a surprisingly simple build.
This Is a Modular Portable System
Inside the case, you might expect to get direct access to the components.
However, it doesn't quite work like that.
The GameShell is a modular system, meaning that the five key components are housed in their own plastic case. So, there's a case for the 320×240 px display, a case for the mainboard, and a case for the battery. The D-Pad controls also sit in their own case, as does the speaker.
Each module is connected by pluggable wires. Most importantly, perhaps, the modules can theoretically be replaced. For example, if a powerful new CPI mainboard was released, that could be purchased and used to easily replace the current version.
CPI Mainboard System Spec
All of this is made possible thanks to the CPI Mainboard (v3.1) which features a 1GHz quad-core Cortex-A7 CPU, Mali GPU, 1GB DDR memory, and onboard Wi-Fi and Bluetooth. There's also a micro HDMI port and micro USB connector, audio out, and GPIOs.
This hardware is more than adequate to play most retro games, but you'll find the GameShell is capable of more.
Note that the 1050mAh battery is pretty small and as such as a low capacity. You can expect to get around 90-120 minutes of play time out of a single charge.
Building the Clockwork GameShell Console
The GameShell console is surprisingly straightforward to put together. Following the steps in the guide I was able to build a working portable game console inside 30 minutes.
Now, although the turnaround was surprisingly short, it wasn't plain sailing all the way.
For example, while snapping the modules into their cases is easy enough, hooking up the display to the CPI mainboard was a pain. I had to remove the CPI from its modular casing to complete the connection and secure the cable, which seems like a flaw in the design.
Then there's the general mess that the console appears to be once the modules are connected. Until they're clicked into place within the main case, the GameShell resembles an electronic octopus.
Finally snapping the case together and securing it with the plastic "wheel locks" is satisfying.
However, if you forget to insert the microSD card as I did, things can get a bit messy. The microSD card slot is on the back of the mainboard module, so this means removing the front of the case, then the display, and then the mainboard module to gain access.
This would have been avoided if I'd inserted the microSD card earlier!
Boot Up With a Pre-Installed microSD Card
On the SD card, the Clockwork OS is preinstalled. This is based on Debian 9 ARMhf, and the Linux Kernel 4.1x. Various software can be run on this, including PICO 8, LOVE2D, PyGame, Phaser.io, Libretro, and other game engines.
The GameShell user interface is based on a 320×240 pixel resolution and controlled using the D-Pad control.
This monochrome-style UI lets you easily navigate the GameShell's features. You can adjust settings, launch software, play music, and access the ClockworkPI tiny cloud using the standard controls.
It's easy, comfortable, and generally pleasing to use.
Retro Gaming With the GameShell
The key draw for the GameShell is retro gaming, so how is it?
Well, it's pretty good. Various retro emulators have been adapted for it, with MAME, Pcsx, MGBA, and NESTOPIA all pre-installed.
There's even RetroArch for other retro options, along with some on-board games such as FreeDOOM and CaveStory.
Meanwhile, retro gaming ROMs can be added via the Tiny Cloud, a portion of the GameShell's storage that is available via your local network.
It sounds great, and it is, but the GameShell isn't perfect. For example, there's currently no OTG support, which means plugging in a keyboard for some games isn't possible.
Customizing the GameShell Console
Various labels are included with the GameShell for decorating the console with some retro iconography. But if this isn't your cup of tea, you can stick to the basic white, amber, or red design.
Not enough? Well, Clockwork has made the STL files available to buy for a nominal sum. If you fancy 3D printing your own customized module housings or a new case, that's ideal.
And then there's the Lightkey controller, which can be mounted on the back of your GameShell. This brings additional controls to your retro gaming, in case the D-Pad is short of buttons for your favorite games.
Open Source, Hackable… So What Else Does It Do?
One of the key features of the GameShell is the inclusion of the PICO-8 software. This is D-Pad controlled software that enables the creation of new games.
Except, it's not actually included.
A shortcut in the main UI menu just freezes the GameShell when selected, with restarting the console the only solution.
The reason for this seems to be that PICO-8 is software that you need to buy separately (just $15). Once this is done, the shortcut then works. Fortunately, smart Clockwork Forum members have worked out how to install the PICO-8 software.
Wi-Fi set up is remarkably simple, meanwhile, which is vital if you need to use the Tiny Cloud or access the device via SSH.
In addition to the GameShell's basic portability, you can also plug it into a monitor using the micro HDMI port. From here, you can use the D-Pad controls, or connect a Bluetooth controller to play a game. Note that the resolution barely changes.
Instead, the output from the GameShell is centered on your HDTV display, surrounded by images from the GameShell instruction manual.
GameShell Issues and Community Support Online
The GameShell is nice to use, but it isn't without its problems.
For instance, an update applied during testing for our review resulted in the UI failing to boot. Stranded at the command line, and with no keyboard input, I had to connect to the device via SSH, and even then, the usual Linux commands for launching a desktop environment failed.
Eventually, I had to seek help on the Clockwork support forum. Now, this was not an unpleasant experience, with support delivered to me promptly, and the issue resolved within an hour. The same update (or the solution) resulted in the UI button commands to be incorrectly labeled on screen. Sure, it's fixable, but it feels as though some oversight is required to avoid basic problems that shouldn't be happening.
If you're not familiar with SSH, Linux, or editing files in the command line, the GameShell isn't for you. Unless you're happy to learn, that is!
Fan of Retro Gaming? You Need the GameShell
Perhaps the most surprising thing aboutThe same update (or the solution) resulted in the UI button commands to be incorrectly labeled on screen. Sure, it's fixable, but it feels as though some oversight is required to avoid basic problems that shouldn't be happening. is how straightforward it is to build. It's easy to make comparisons with Lego, but this device really does just click together. Within 30 minutes, I was using a brand-new portable games console, one that I had essentially just built.
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You don't get that anywhere else.
Customization options are good, the device is lightweight and small enough for pockets, and battery life is good. GameShell's simplicity hides a greater complexity beneath and the GameShell UI design clearly takes cues from the Nintendo Gameboy.
The ClockworkOS user interface is useful, and the range of emulation impressive. Compared to its nearest competitor, the Raspberry Pi, there isn't too much difference in emulation. The difference, of course, is that this is all ready for you to build and use anywhere.
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There are many benefits associated with getting dental implants. They offer a long-term option for replacing missing teeth and are stable because they are anchored to the jawbone. There are additional benefits, as well. At Murphy Dental Group, Dr. John Murphy and Dr. Patrick Murphy are your Milton family dentists for dental implants.
What are Dental Implants?
Dental implants fill in the gaps where natural teeth are missing. Not only do dental implants replace missing teeth, they replace the roots as well. A dental implant consists of a hypoallergenic metal implant, an abutment, and a porcelain crown. The metal implant is placed into the jawbone and serves as the tooth root, anchoring everything in place. The porcelain crown is placed above the gum line and functions as the replacement tooth. The abutment joins the implant and crown together.
Benefits of Dental Implants
Dental implants have several benefits. Your Milton family dentist can explain how dental implants specifically benefit you, as well as help you decide if they are right for you. Benefits of dental implants include:
- Replacement of missing teeth and their roots.
- Restoration of biting and chewing functions.
- Reduction of strain and excess wear and tear on surrounding teeth.
- Improvement in speech as tongue placement when speaking is corrected by closing the gaps from missing teeth.
There are several benefits associated with getting dental implants. From replacement of missing teeth to the restoration of normal tooth functioning, dental implants offer many advantages. To learn more about dental implants and how they can benefit you, schedule an appointment with Drs. John and Patrick Murphy, your Milton family dentists, by calling the Murphy Dental Group at (617) 696-3900.
Although it tends to be more common in childhood, tooth decay can affect anyone, at any age. According to the American Dental Association (ADA), adults over the age of 50 are also at higher risk for tooth decay. This is due to changes in oral health that tend to be consistent with aging, such as gum (periodontal) disease, enamel erosion and gum recession. Dental fillings remain the most effective tool for restoring the function and cosmetic appearance of decayed teeth. Dr. John M. Murphy and Dr. Patrick J. Murphy at Murphy Dental Group, PLLC in Milton, MA offer a range of dental filling options for the entire family.
Family Dentistry in Milton, MA
As with gum disease, the best way to prevent tooth decay is to practice good oral hygiene at home, and to schedule regular visits to the dentist (approximately every six months) for an oral exam and professional dental cleaning. Brushing at least twice a day, and flossing every day are the most effective ways to clear the teeth and gums of the residual sugar and bacteria that lead to tooth decay.
But even with the best oral hygiene care and prevention, if you have teeth, you are susceptible to developing a cavity. Dental fillings preserve and strengthen the remaining healthy portion of a decayed tooth, preventing further damage and even saving severely decayed teeth from potential extraction. Fillings are the cavity treatment of choice for both children and adults and are available in a variety of materials and colors, including enamel (tooth) colored fillings. The dental filling options available include:
- Porcelain
- Composite (combination of glass and resin)
- Glass ionomer
Family Dentist in Milton, MA
Strong and healthy teeth and gums are the keys to a beautiful smile. For more information on tooth decay prevention and treatment for the entire family, contact Dr. John M. Murphy and Dr. Patrick J. Murphy at Murphy Dental Group, PLLC by calling (617) 696-3900 to request an appointment today.


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Holocaust fest on BBC breakfast this morning
Anyone who watched BBC Breakfast this morning would be noting that more than 50% of the time on air was dedicated to the Holocaust, conveniently 70 years ago and just as mounting pressure is being centred on the zionist Israeli murdering gangsters now up for criminal war crimes at the International Criminal Court (we will wait and see the outcome from that DEN of iniquity). Its a pity the BBC were not as vigilant exposing the paedo's in their midst, the Israeli zionist mafia operating inside the BBC (via head honcho Danny Cohen) who deliberately downplay the GAZA holocaust survivors who time and again, after each blitz by Israeli mass murderers, seem to get away with , by the West's media anyway , as if it was a minor skirmish and not the total obliteration of the infrastructure of Gaza that their people depend on.
The Bitch Broadcasting Cunts also pump out the most VILE man hating feminazi shite to allow the zionist / freemasons who control Britain's courts to line their pockets with the spoils of men who face the divorce holocaust where most of the legislation has been conjured up by the likes of jewish lawyer and Thatcher henchman Leon Brittan who it is claimed was part of a homopaedo network abusing and murdering young boys at a sordid Westminster paedo ring in London.
The BBC are a monster using our licence money to get away with MURDER. Presenting issues clearly to distort news and divert the attention of the sheeple away from those behind the most vile persecution campaigns on the planet. They are an evil blot on the landscape, not only in Britain, but across the rest of the world where there sordid psychopathic programs are brainwashing the sheeple overseas who think the sun shines from the royal arse thanks to the most horrific sickly sweet deference and veneration shown to the biggest gangsters on the planet.
Zionists Capitalise on Auschwitz Anniversary
Thatcher's zionist hatchetman Leon Brittan abused children at Westminster VIP homopaedo parties victim told cops
Netanyahu in smear campaign against ICC (The zionists have no need to worry when their freemason lackeys run and control the International Criminal Court who have ignored the ethnic culling of the sick and disabled in Britain by the tory terrorists assassins ATOS and DWP)
Families of victims of Gaza war welcome ICC probe into Israel war crimes
Netanyahu: ICC decision to probe war crimes 'absurd'
If jewish claims of persecution are correct why are they coincidentally some of the richest in the world?
French Jews rap Israel over Paris attacks
'F**k her': Furious Louise Mensch attacks the Queen and David Cameron over tyrant King Abdullah tributes
Royal parasite and his political lackey fly to Saudi amid growing row over British royals flag tributes to murdering tyrant Abdullah and the beheading of innocent citizens
Jewish lawyer and Thatcher henchman Leon Brittan faced cop quiz over claims he was at homopaedo VIP parties where boys were abused
'Sex slave' lawyers to serve papers on royal parasite at Washington embassy after claiming he refused to accept letter asking to testify on oath
Royal parasite's flags at half mast and fawning praise for a King Abdullah 'loved by his people' sparks furious backlash over rule which saw 'death by stoning' for adultery and regular beheadings


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Request status as an "additional insured"
When purchasing insurance, contractors have the option to add their clients as "additional insured" parties. Individuals with additional insured status can receive benefits from the insurance company in the event that the contractor — or any subcontractors — causes damages.
Specifically, homeowners should request both "ongoing" and "completed" coverage as an additional insured. Ongoing coverage is less expensive and protects you from anything that goes wrong while the contractor is in the house and doing work. Completed coverage is more expensive but more valuable: It protects against anything that goes wrong after the contractor finishes his work.
If, for example, a newly installed shower leaks and causes water damage in your house, completed additional insured coverage would compensate you for the cost of repairs.
Bottom line: Adding yourself as an additional insured to a contractor's policy will increase the cost of his premiums (and therefore the prices he charges), but is worthwhile for the potential this coverage has to save you money down the road.
Understand the limits of your contractor's insurance
Contractors are responsible for any damage they cause while working on your home, but insurance benefits work according to strict rules. Take the leaky shower example. Imagine you collected benefits from the insurance company to repair the water damage, but several months later, you realize that the leak triggered mold growth.
Because you already submitted a claim for the water incident, the insurance company will not offer additional compensation to eliminate the mold.
Bottom line: Before submitting any claims to an insurance company, be sure you understand the full scope of the damage done so you can receive adequate compensation.
Update your homeowner's insurance
While your homeowner's policy won't be able to cover damage caused by a contractor's work, it can be updated to protect you against certain risks. One popular endorsement (that is, optional add-on) to a homeowner's policy is builder's risk coverage, which protects your investment in any building supplies you purchase. If, for example, you bought materials for a major project and stored them in a pod on your driveway, builder's risk would cover you in the event that anyone stole those materials.
And a renovation endorsement can protect you against a variety of risks that might occur during a home renovation.
Bottom line: Even though general homeowner's insurance policies won't cover risks contractors pose, you can protect your direct investment in building supplies with endorsements to your homeowner's policy.
You should remember that even relatively small projects can lead to major damage if they're done poorly. While vetting candidates may be your top concern, the best way to protect your investment in your home is to verify a contractor's insurance coverage, check his or her references and document any incidents fully.
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Linkin Park: Crawling
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Linkin Park: Meteora (das ganze Album)
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Galia - Другата Част
OT: Gosh, wie ich es nicht ausstehen kann, wenn die Vögel zu zwitschern beginnen
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Für heute ist alles gesagt, jetzt gehe ich schlafen.
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3 Things Doctors Do for a Sluggish Thyroid
There's a wealth of information out there with different tips and tricks to help your sluggish thyroid, but how do you know which tips are best? Here is a three point list of the things doctors do when they are diagnosed with low thyroid levels.
1. Exercise
Exercise is a wonderful starting point to move toward being and feeling healthier. With your sluggish thyroid, it is no different. Exercising rids your body of toxins, increases your energy, and helps you to decrease your stress levels.
Toxins are a major negative factor when it comes to your low thyroid levels. When toxins get into your body, they complicate your hormonal balance and leave you feeling fatigued, bloated, and moody. Exercise encourages your body to sweat, which gets rid of the toxins that are causing you harm. If you want a more structured approach to detoxifying try a detox friend.
One symptom of an under-active thyroid is fatigue. When you are constantly feeling tired, it is hard to get up and expend energy, but it is worth it. Even something as simple as a morning or afternoon walk starts you down the path towards fitness. The harder you exercise, the better you'll sleep, the more energy you'll have.
Another perk of exercise is a decrease in stress levels. When you exercise, your brain produces hormones that lift your mood. It also helps you to clear your head, so those little stressors that add up throughout the day seem less intimidating. What does this mean to your sluggish thyroid? Lower stress causes elevated thyroid hormone levels, which means that relaxing can actually help with your hypothyroidism.
2. Changing Your Diet
When you find out that you have a sluggish thyroid, you might also find out that your go-to foods could be one of the exacerbating factors. Processed foods and excessive intake of carbohydrates create unneeded toxins and fat in your body that will compromise your hormone levels.
However, that does not mean that you should switch to a strictly vegetarian diet either. Certain vegetables actually block iodine absorption, a key process to getting your thyroid back on track. Try avoiding vegetables that contain goitrogens, like broccoli, cauliflower, spinach, and cabbage. You'll also want to avoid peanuts, strawberries, and soy products.
Instead, try adding foods rich in iodine, zinc, and omega-3 fatty acids. All of those things help increase thyroid function. Try replacing your cooking oils with coconut oil secrets, and adding hard boiled eggs to your diet. Pumpkin, mushrooms, peas, and peppers are high in fiber and also highly recommended.
3. Start Taking Prescribed Thyroid Medication
Once you are diagnosed with hypothyroidism, you will most likely be prescribed a thyroid medication. These medications help replace the hormones that have been lost due to your sluggish thyroid. The benefits to taking your thyroid medication are numerous, however they do not work for everyone (30%) so you can try natural alternatives.
Patients usually note that they are more energized, their mood improves, their memory increases, and they even lose the weight that low thyroid causes them to gain. This medication can work quickly, but you must take it exactly as prescribed in order for medication to have the desired effect.
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billford wrote:It's done some strange things to the Kakao stats- on the update history table in a user or team summary, today gets listed twice
The numbers are correct afaics, hopefully it'll sort itself out, and it's not Stanford's problem anyway of course.
It happens sometimes. bollix47 already informs there. http://forum.kakaostats.com/index.php/t ... uoekthj9i2
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15M & 18m and Open class world comp Uvalde Texas
The 32nd FAI World gliding championships in Uvalde Texas has been billed as the Olympics of Gliding with 120 pilots from 40 difference countries. All roads lead to Uvalde which is at the cross roads of two major highways. Highway 90 runs east west from Florida to Los Angeles ; Hwy 83 runs from the Mexican boarder to Canada and to demonstrate the importance and the support for this competition they shut down Hwy83 for an hour. This enabled all the teams to take part in a pageant finishing with a parade around the Honey Bowl sports ground where we attend the official opening ceremonies; including a fly pass of the P51 Courages Glen piloted by 24 year old Conrad Huffstutler.
The town of Uvalde is certainly putting on a huge welcome for all the international pilots and guests. The hospitality of the Texans is overwhelming, they have opened up there homes for us to stay in, lent us their cars and opened up their pools for us to cool off and enjoy. Many of the businesses in the town are sponsoring an international team by providing us assistance with anything we need plus each team will have a special dinner function put on by our sponsors. The Australian team is being sponsored by Roadrunner Energy, suppliers of all propane needs for over 30 years.


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Cherished Memories: Playtime Pillow Fights At A Glasgow Grandchildren's Photoshoot
I was asked to take a photo shoot in Glasgow by some lovely grandparents of their two grandchildren for Christmas. As a mobile photographer I go to people's houses and as well as more formal shots I like to take natural pictures of the children interacting with family members and having fun (more like 'lifestyle' photography.) As anyone who has tried to take photos of children knows, one of the biggest challenges is to keep the kids occupied and happy in front of the camera. So with the help of their wonderful grandparents we came up with a few different ways of getting natural looking photos of genuine happy-faced wee ones. Above everything else, I believe that, having your photo taken should be fun for everyone involved. It's what will shine through in the finished snap.
It can really help to decide before taking photos where in the house would make for a good background. During this shoot a lot of the photos were taken on and around Grandma and Grandpa's bed, which had beautiful light grey covers on and a lovely light blue wall behind it.
#1: Pillow Fights
The next idea was blowing bubbles for the kids .I f there's one thing I have learnt as a family photographer it is that most children LOVE bubbles. You can get some lovely reactions when they are used whilst taking pictures.
#2: Bubbles!
I always bring along with me a few soft toys and finger puppets to keep kids occupied. But of course they are usually accompanied by their own favourites too.
#3: Soft Toys
Balloons are bright, colourful and just like bubbles float through the air. And also like bubbles kids just love them and they offer a nice prop to use during a photoshoot.
#4: Balloons
Grandma and Grandpa gave their full permission for the next idea to keep the kids engaged in the process of having their photos taken! In fact they suggested it: jumping on the bed - which made for some great, lively photos.
#5: Jumping On the Bed - With Grandma's Approval
One staple favourite is also food....
#6: Food
With all other techniques out of the way, at the end of the day children still love hugs with their favourite people - whom are often their grandparents.
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Cover Reveal: WILD LICKS by Cecilia Tan
Today we're revealing the hot new cover to Cecilia Tan's latest book, Wild Licks! This is the second book in her Secrets of a Rock Star series out from Forever in August! Here's the blurb:
Gwen Hamilton's family is Hollywood royalty–and they have a family secret. She and her sister are the heirs to a secret BDSM club. Gwen thought it would be difficult adjusting to her surprise inheritance, but soon she finds the environment more liberating and carnal than anything she's ever experienced. She's dying to try out the ropes but is struggling to accept the idea of a having a dominant…until she meets sexy guitarist Mal Kennealy. The brooding rock star is everything Gwen thought she didn't want. But with each seductive command, Gwen starts to realize that being bound to Mal could mean fulfilling her heart's deepest desires…
Now without further ado, here's the hot cover for Wild Licks!!!
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2018 in review: What can we learn for 2019?
"2018 has been very different from 2008 or 2000," says Chief Investment Officer Yves Bonzon in his video outlook. Instead, he draws parallels with the situation in 1987, when markets recovered rapidly after a sudden correction.
Lesson #1: An unusual year
As 2018 is drawing to a close, before planning for 2019, it is important to reflect on what happened. What are the lessons learned from 2018? This was in many ways a very particular year. One of the main developments was unlike previous market episodes when bond markets were leading equities. This year, equity markets led credit and treasury markets – an unusual pattern investors are not familiar with.
Lesson #2: Market drivers in 2018
What were the actual drivers in markets this year? Below the surface, the main market driver was the policy shift towards monetary normalisation and fiscal stimulus in the US. That led to a significant adjustment in the cost of capital, with yields rising. But this phenomenon was actually unique to the United States. In other parts of the world – in Europe in particular, but in China as well – interest rates came down. The tightening of liquidity by the US Federal Reserve though, triggered a broad increase in asset yields. At the same time, that endogenous driver was very difficult to read because we had the extra factor of the China-US trade tensions. This is sort of a permanent external shock that further complicated the market reading for investors.
Lesson #3: 2018 is not a repeat of 2008
Going into 2019, we think the most crucial aspect for investors to understand is that what they experienced this year in the markets is not a repeat of 2000 or 2008. Circumstances are different. We would rather draw parallels with a year like 1987, when rates went up from 7 to 10 per cent in the US, markets peaked in August, then started a correction that turned into a market crash driven by portfolio insurance, finally bottomed out in October and slowly recovered in the subsequent year.


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Strukton opens second plant in Doha, Qatar
Because of the investment programme in road infrastructure for the upcoming Wold Cup 2022, the demand for sustainable asphalt is rising in Qatar. This development brings opportunities for Ooms PMB, which therefore has recently opened its second plant in Doha, next to the existing plant in Al Rayyan. The location of the new plant is the New Industrial Area in the Southeast of the capital Doha. With this second plant, Ooms PMB increases its production capacity to 350 ton per day and improves its geographical presence in Qatar.
During last year, Strukton C&T / Ooms PMB already executed a number of projects in the region, for example Orbital Highway, Manateq, Lusail Road, reaching a peak output in November 2017 of 3,800 ton.
In every assignment, our goal is to create a safe, high-quality and sustainable infrastructure everyone can benefit from. Ooms PMB, which is part of Strukton International, offers a complete range of Polymer Modified Bitumen (PMB) which strengthens the asphalt to such an extent that service life nearly doubles, even with heavy use. Increasing traffic volume, axle loads and varying climate conditions have led to the development of improved construction materials and techniques in all areas of road and airport pavement construction, repair and maintenance.
Ooms PMB is committed to improve the sustainability and quality of asphalt, aiming to improve the quality of infrastructure systems (roads and airports) to increase the accessibility of countries, regions and cities. Ooms PMB wants to add value to the operations of its clients and partners through its expert knowledge, the delivery of high-quality and sustainable products and an innovative approach.


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MOBILE-PHONE group Vodafone yesterday announced that it had rung up a partnership with one of Singapore's main mobile operators.
Newbury-based Vodafone said it had signed a new exclusive partner network agreement with M1.
The group said the deal meant customers of Vodafone and its partners will have seamless access to their international services while travelling in Singapore.
M1 customers will also have access to Vodafone's roaming services across the world.
Vodafone chief marketing officer Peter Bamford said the tie-up represented another step in allowing customers to use its services in the Asia Pacific region.
Vodafone's global services will now be available in Austria, Croatia, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Iceland, Kuwait, Lithuania, Singapore and Slovenia.
The move represents the latest step in Vodafone's international expansion programme overseen by former chief executive Sir Chris Gent, who handed over the reins to Arun Sarin in July.
The group, which was once the telecoms arm of electronics firm Racal, is currently the 13th largest company in the world.
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Our aim is to use genetic and developmental analysis of zebrafish to identify novel alleles and molecular mechanisms contributing to core behaviors predictive of vulnerability to drug addiction: drug seeking and impulse control, with a focus on nicotine addiction.
Addiction is one of the major mental health disorders in the world. In the US the cost of addiction in health care and associated costs is estimated at over $700 billion each year with tobacco being responsible for over half of these costs ($425 billion) [1, 2].
Tobacco use was declared a world-wide epidemic by the World Health Organization (WHO, 2008) due to its dramatic impact on a diverse set of disease-related mortalities including cardiovascular disease and cancer. In 2014 cigarette use cost the US $170 billion in excess health care expense and another $156 billion in productivity loss per year [1, 3]. Despite the overall encouraging reduction of smoking rates, approximately one in five adults in America continues to smoke, a rate largely unchanged in the last five years[1, 3].
Despite the many novel insights from psychosocial, genetic, neurocognitive, neuroimaging, and pharmacological addiction research, currently available treatments are still not very effective and addiction, including smoking, remains a chronic-intermittent disorder for the vast majority of patients seeking treatment: Relapse rates of 50-70% within a year are common [4]. Thus there is a vital need for increased understanding of the factors influencing vulnerability to addiction to help identify vulnerable individuals and to inform treatment strategies and uncover novel druggable targets.
Although estimates vary, there is clear evidence for a genetic link between vulnerability to addiction, as well as quit rates and likelihood to relapse[5,6]. For example, results from twin studies suggest that 33–71% of the variation in liability to nicotine dependence and 48–66% of the variation in alcohol dependence can be attributed to heritable influences. A similar range for genetic heritability of illicit drug addiction and gambling has been reported ([9] and refs therein). Furthermore, genetic factors are partly responsible for, not only the comorbidity across addictions, but also between addictions and other mental illness (for example, autism and bipolar disorder). Increased understanding of the genetic factors that influence vulnerability to addiction and the cell biological mechanisms by which they act will, ultimately, lead to the development of novel therapeutics and a consequent impact on public health: 'Each discovery of a biologically relevant locus is a potential first step in a translational journey' [10]
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Our group aims to use screens of ENU-mutagenized zebrafish lines and analysis of empirically derived candidate mutants to identify genes affecting two addiction phenotypes: nicotine reward and impulsivity. There is strong evidence that the neural circuits that underlie reward and addiction are evolutionarily conserved between humans and zebrafish [11-16]. Zebrafish show a robust conditioned place preference (CPP) reward response to nicotine that is ameliorated by drugs used in human cessation therapy demonstrating conserved neural pathways. Further our pilot data indicates that genes found to influence zebrafish CPP or impulse control also influence human behavior. These findings support the argument that zebrafish screens can be used to identify genes and pathways for reward and addiction as well as potential therapeutics as for other human disorders [17, 18].
This PhD is part of a collaboration with Elisabeth Busch-Nentwich at the Sanger Institute and Cambridge University. The successful candidate will work with bioinformaticians at Cambridge to identify changes in gene expression following chronic and/or developmental exposure to nicotine that correlate with changes in behaviour predictive of vulnerability to drug addiction. We shall then generate and characterise lines of fish carrying mutations in these candidate genes. The student will be trained in RNAseq analysis, developmental neurobiology and behavioural techniques.
Funding Notes
The studentship, expected to start January 2019, is funded by NIH and is open to applicants worldwide. It will cover tuition fees and provide an annual tax-free maintenance allowance for 3 years at Research Councils UK rates (£16,777 in 2018/19).
Applications are invited from outstanding candidates with or expecting to receive a first or upper-second class honours degree in an area relevant to the project. A masters degree is desirable, but not essential.
Informal enquiries can be sent to Dr Caroline Brennan (email@example.com). For formal applications, please submit an online application before the stated deadline.
1. Services., U.S.D.o.H.a.H., The Health Consequences of Smoking—50 Years of Progress: A Report of the Surgeon General. Atlanta: U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, 2014.
2. Center, N.D.I., National Drug Threat Assessment. Washington, DC: United States Department of Justice, 2011.
3. Xu, X., et al., Am J Prev Med, 2015. 48(3): p. 326-33.
4. Brandon, T.H., J.I. Vidrine, and E.B. Litvin, Annual review of clinical psychology, 2007. 3:257-84.
5. Munafo, M., et al., Nicotine Tob Res, 2004. 6(4):583-97.
6. Ducci, F. and D. Goldman,. Psychiatr Clin North Am, 2012. 35(2):495-519.
7. Goldman, D., G. Oroszi, and F. Ducci, Nat Rev Genet, 2005. 6(7):521-32.
8. Li, M.D. and M. Burmeister, Nat Rev Genet, 2009. 10(4):225-31.
9. Agrawal, A., et al., Transl Psychiatry, 2012. 2:e140.
10. Hirschhorn, J.N., N Engl J Med, 2009. 360(17):1699-701.
11. Darland, T. and J.E. Dowling, Proc Natl Acad Sci U S A, 2001. 98(20):11691-6.
12. Kily, L.J., et al., J Exp Biol, 2008. 211(Pt 10):1623-34.
13. Ninkovic, J., et al., J Neurobiol, 2006. 66(5):463-75.
14. Bretaud, S., et al., Neuroscience, 2007. 146(3):1109-16.
15. Bosse, G.D. and R.T. Peterson, Behav Brain Res, 2017. 335:158-166.
16. Klee, E.W., et al., Nicotine Tob Res, 2011. 13(5):301-12.
17. Rennekamp, A.J. and R.T. Peterson, Curr Opin Chem Biol, 2015. 24:58-70.
18. Zon, L., Cell Stem Cell, 2014. 14(2):146-8.


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By Obegi Malack @obegimalack Kenya Power has again disconnected electricity supply to Oloolaiser Water and Sewerage Company Limited (OWSC) after failing to honor debt settlement agreement. The power company is demanding more than Sh 18 million from the firm, last month it had again disconnected electricity supply, its customers in …Read More »
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County to hold waste water control forum this week
By Obegi Malack The Kajiado County government department of Medical Services, Public Health and sanitation will this week hold meetings with stakeholders and residents on waste management in Kajiado North and Kajiado East sub counties. The meeting will be held in the sewerage affected wards which are Kitengela, Oloosirkon, Kaputiei …Read More »


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We all want a puppy that is outgoing, confident and not afraid to approach anyone, one that grows up to be a good "ol' dawg". Occasionally we come across puppies that are very timid and almost fearful. You do what you can initially thinking they will grow out of it, but as age 4,5 and 6 months come and go, they're still fearful.
Irrespective of what you think, these fearful puppies need help –sooner than later. You should embark on a major campaign to get the puppy used to and comfortable with whatever specific things seem to spook your pup. Your goal is to have a puppy who will willingly and confidently go up to all of these things of which he was once fearful. How do you do that?
It is critical that the puppy be able to approach those things of which he is fearful on his own time and speed. If the puppy wants to stay away, that should be okay. This, above all rules, must be respected and not forced on the puppy. Some call it passive socialization.
If the puppy is afraid of someone and you force that "someone" on the puppy, you've just confirmed that person to be dangerous. Let the puppy approach in his own way and time. If the puppy trusts you, click and treat for approaches and, if you' ve been working on sits and downs, begin to work on redirecting his focus on training at a comfortable distance from the someone or something that is spooky and begin to slowly and methodically get your puppy closer. But remember, it should always be the puppy's choice to approach. If he backs off, that's okay too.
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I'm trying to implement simon using react: https://github.com/nikrb/simon
The game seems to work as it is, but if I centre the game vertically (with height: 100% in html, body css) the hit testing fails. I'm using images and using image data pixel data to check to button hit here
Any general comments on bad practice also appreciated. I intend to factor out some of the code in app.js into a game component, but kinda got distracted by the centreing issue.
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Shortly after we started dating he got a job and was working long hours, so I was at home with Nikki most of the time. I started taking her with me wherever I went. I felt bad that she would have been home alone a lot.
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Our spider knobs and pulls allow you to customize any cabinet, cupboard, drawer, or dresser in a way that your local hardware store doesn't have the capability to do. There is no better way to get your gothic home ready for Halloween, and the rest of the year, than with a tarantula keeping guard over all your food and dishware. While they do not move, these spiders are guaranteed to freak out at least one unsuspecting guest...and that alone makes these cabinet knobs worthwhile.
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Orion Children's Books, UK, 2011. Hardcover. Book Condition: New. Peter Williamson (illustrator). 1st Edition. Signed and dated by the author, signed dated and hand-sketched by the artist. Join the wonderfully weird Otherhand family and their faithful guardian, Edgar the raven, and discover the dark secrets of Castle Otherhand. A trip to the circus has far-reaching consequences for the Otherhands when Fellah goes missing. Before long the Castle is plagued by a duck, a suspect fortune teller, and several cartloads of lethal cabbages. The family is preoccupied: Valevine is busy inventing a cabbage-counting machine; Minty is waiting to hear the secrets of the universe; and Solstice has discovered that Cudweed is concealing three hundred and forty-two rabbits in his bedroom. When chaos strikes and thieves infiltrate the Castle, it falls to Edgar to extract his family from a very fluffy predicament. Signed by Author and Illustrator.


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ICAN partnered with the German Foreign Office and the Center for Feminist Foreign Policy for the event: "The Missing Ingredient: Women Peacebuilders as Critical Allies in Strengthening a Fragile Peace," at the Library of the German Foreign Office, Berlin on June 25, 2019. This event explored the added value and contributions of women peacebuilders and civil society organizations, the threats they face, as well as the effective strategies for states and other entities to support and protect this sector.
Susanne Baumann, Head of the Directorate-General for International Order, the United Nations and Arms Control, Federal Foreign Office, introduced the event, calling for women, peace, and security networks to stand together for a progressive agenda: "Full and effective participation of women peacebuilders contributes to more sustainable and resilient peace." Vanessa Prinz, Division on Human Rights and Gender Issues, Federal Foreign Office chaired a panel discussion among three members of the Women's Alliance for Strategic Leadership (WASL): Mary Akrami, Executive Director of the Afghan Women's Network; a peace activist from Syria; and Rosa Emilia Salamanca, Director of Corporación de Investigación y Acción Social y Económia (CIASE) in Colombia. They shared their work, the challenges they face, and the role of international civil society in talking with governments and supporting the work of local actors. ICAN's Executive Director, Sanam Anderlini, also spoke on the panel highlighting the need to recognize the critical role civil society plays in seeding a culture of peace and transformation. "In conflict settings women's organizations have a chain of influence at international, national, provincial and super local levels, assuming women are "resilient," but we can't take them for granted…wherever we are we should be holding our own governments accountable."
ICAN has identified four pillars of protection, reflective of the kinds of threats women peacebuilders encounter:
- Physical/psychological
- Political/legal
- Sociocultural
- Financial
Participants discussed the ways in which our understanding of protection threats needs to be grounded in local context as do the solutions. The importance of building trust, developing relationships with the media, having training on digital security, and channeling funding to women peacebuilders all emerged as key discussion points. Rosa Emilia Salamanca shared the challenge of peacebuilding work, "For peacebuilders, we have very fragile contexts where you have to put yourself with different hands in different places to talk with everyone. When you are a bridge, everyone goes through you but nobody sees you."
Those in attendance participated in one of three working groups to explore the role of civil society, multi-lateral organizations, and states in protecting peacebuilders. They shared recommendations with each other including for example civil society to sensitize international and local media actors and to train activists on digital literacy and security measures. States should focus on understanding the types of threats peacebuilders face and building networks and mechanisms that can be activated for their protection. Finally, multi-lateral organizations should ensure robust, conflict sensitive and gender responsive policy setting at all levels and consult with women led civil society organizations to include their programming, set quotas for grant funding, and expedite visas and procedures for emergency protection.
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|Blue sheen moonstones in 18k and 22k gold
So I had a gentleman come in my shop a few days ago and he asked me if I would look at the inscription on a diamond to see if it was the one he was actually sold. The first thing I said to him was what I always say to these visitors. Why oh why would you buy a product from someone you don't trust???? And he said what they all say when I ask them this. Oh no, I trust them but could you just please look at this and tell me if it's the stone on the certificate. I'm sure I'm not the only one who can see the fallacy in this statement. If he trusts them, why does he need me to confirm it? And if he doesn't trust them then why did he buy from them? Now I'm a nice guy most of the time so I was going to look at his stone for him anyway so I figured I might as well go all the way and bring up the second part of this article.
I then asked him where he got the stone (and ring). I already knew what he was going to say but I just wanted to make sure. Of course he got it online. I then pointed out to him that people like me (you know, the bricks and mortar small retailers) were going to go out of business and not be here anymore to verify his purchase if everyone just bought their products on line. I asked him what he would do then? What would he do the next time if there were no more jewelers on the street like me that he could go to for this kind of thing? I got the usual, well everyone else was too expensive. I looked at him and said, look I know I'm expensive, but I also know that there are plenty of bricks and mortar jewelers who will match the price of stuff bought on line because they've been forced to in order to stay in business. He was very apologetic but being apologetic doesn't solve the larger issue here. The larger issue is that you all need local shops for something but by shopping exclusively on line you are driving many of them out of business.
Everywhere I look I see things about "shop local". I'm curious then why there are so many, who when faced with making an expensive purchase, throw away this option? Remember, next time there may not be that hands on, actual person there to help out.
And now I have a question for my readers. My wife thinks I should charge for this service even though it only takes me a few minutes. I have mixed feelings about it. What are your thoughts? And if you think I should charge for it, how much do you think would be reasonable? I'm also taking suggestions for topics you'd like to hear me address. As always thanks for reading and please feel free to share my blog articles on social media.
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Tellaman & Nasty C Are To Perform At This Year's #EssenceFest
Tellaman & Nasty C Are To Perform At This Year's #EssenceFest
Hey you South African?
You love South African music and hiphop?
You know about Tellaman? What about Nasty C? …. Yea sure they are very prominent young figures in the SA music industry.
Tellaman whose biological name is Thelumusa Samuel Owen is a 28 year old South African entertainer, he is a renowned singer and songwriter who also doubles as a record producer.
Nasty C on the other hand is named Nsikayesizwe David Junior Ngcobo, but prepers to be called just Nasty C, he is also a South African debut rapper, actor, songwriter and we can also add a record producer.
Indeed, he's one of South Africa's most notable performers, and is widely said to be South Africa's best young rapper.
The duo have succeeded in taking their musical lifestyle international as they both have featured top USA hiphop rappers.
Nasty C is also a 22 year old and one of the SA rappers who has been featured on the famous US radio show, Sway, and also had his song remixed by Drake and also did feature on his tracks King and Jungle.
Just some hours ago, it was reported that Essence Festival is taking place this year, in few months time actually.
The TV show is one of the America's biggest music festival, and it will celebrating 25 years of successful annual festival.
The music festival just this week announced the musical characters which are already lined up to assist in their celebration.
On the list is over 80 singers and they include America's debut singers like Mary J. Blige, Nas, Missy Elliot, Pharrell and so much more.
The 2019 Essence Festival how ever hand picked some other singers from the coast of Africa, South Africa in particular and some of them include Nasty C, Tellaman, Amanda Black, and also Celeste Ntuli.
📢JUST ANNOUNCED: #EssenceFest has been moving the culture forward for 25 amazing years and this year, we're setting the bar even higher. The 2019 lineup will literally be on another level. Grab your tickets now at https://t.co/vbIWDycsWY. More acts to be announced. pic.twitter.com/Y86EFTNqX1
— ESSENCE Festival (@essencefest) February 25, 2019
The annual festival is already scheduled to take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, between 4th and 7th of July 2019.
Stay tuned as we are committed to bringing to you more news that will not just excite you but thrill your nerves. Please bookmark us @ Fakazalive Mag for more interesting news updates.


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From rustic to traditional from mission to modern Metropolitan Furniture has the style to suite your home. You can customize your dining set with your choice of finish and upholstery. Stop into our store to browse our wide selection.
Dining Room Sets
River Valley Dining Room Set
Quiet, rustic accents create a timeless style. Taking its inspiration from rural American communities of the 1900s, River Valley adds a rustic simplicity to your favorite dining area. The rectangular table features a rectangular feathered inlay design consisting of contrasting wood tones and includes two leaves for those large family get-togethers. Add River Valley dining chairs to create a complete set.
Carpenter Square Counter Top Dining Set
Industrial construction inspired by vintage workbench design. The Carpenter group features unique details that will add character to any dining room. Carpenter is easily identified by its reclaimed wood construction in a patchwork pattern and its dark, industrial-inspired bases. The exposed bolt heads and rustic finish add to the aged feel of this group.
Homecoming Vintage Pine Dining Set
The beauty of a rustic feel and traditional look come together in this stunning set. The set is available in the 2-tone finish, as pictured or in all blonde pine. You can also purchase the chairs in all black or the blonde pine. Tie-on cushions come standard on the chairs.
Portolone Dining Set
Portolone offers old world style with modern functionality in a rich truffle finish. This collection features custom brass hardware and dark emperador marble. This unique look showcases light distressing, burnished edges and subtle skiving on rippled tops giving the perfect worn look that comfortably fits any home. Table pictured is the Stellia Single Pedestal
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Knitting is therapeutic. Losing myself to the slow, relaxing repetition of knitting makes me feel good no matter how long my day has been. It's like a warm mint tea or a below-zero beer on a Friday night.
I started about 4 years ago, but I'm no pro. In fact, I have very basic know-how when it comes to any form of crafting. I came to love knitting when my friend Couch Princess started making her own blanket and a pair of socks. Back then I had so much time and I gave it a try.
Dreams Yarnshoppe is the first yarn store I've visited since I started knitting. It's a small shop in the 3rd level of Glorietta 5, Makati. This place is my Toy Kingdom or Candy Corner. You see kids drool over toys and candies, I feel that with yarns. A skein is like a pretty fluffy squishy cotton candy.
A couple of years ago, they didn't have much online presence. You need to go to the store to get what you need. Now they have Dreams Yarns, an online store to cater to the needs of craft enthusiasts away from their place.
I was with Couch Princess last Wednesday and decided to drop by. I was looking for Wildberries Homespun yarn for my 18-month old knitted throw project. Too bad they don't have Lion Brand stuff. I got myself a bamboo knitting needles instead. Although they didn't have what I need, a visit to this store is still always a treat.
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Multisol 210 is a safe, powerful cleanser for the removal of various pollutions such as: adhesives, glues, remainders of resins, bitumen, tar, paints (also hardened) and ink remains. Besides, the product can be used to weaken or dissolve certain types of plastics and waxes.
After intensive research Eco-Point has succeeded in developing an easily biodegradable product for removing various kinds of pollutions quickly and efficiently. The use of Multisol 210 results in a cleaner, safer and more pleasant method of cleaning instead of methylene chloride, NMP and NEP.
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Big Time Movie
In Big Time Movie, the guys must tap their inner spy as their adventure finds them driving exotic cars and jumping out of helicopters, while trying to make it to their first world tour concert on time. Hot on their trail are evil henchmen named Maxwell, British secret agents and Swedish spies as well as billionaire businessman, Sir Atticus Moon who wants back his precious device code named: "The Beetle," an anti-gravitational device with enormous power. Once they learn they're carrying this precious cargo, the guys get pulled into a madcap mission throughout London, which threatens the onset of their world tour. With the help of teen spy Penny Lane, the guys set out to save Penny's father MI6 Agent Simon Lane and stop Sir Atticus Moon's plot to use "The Beetle" to gain world domination (Nickpress).
Genre: Comedy
Actor: Trevor Devall , Carlos PenaVega , Challen Cates , James Maslow , Kendall Schmidt , Logan Henderson , Ciara Bravo , Tanya Chisholm , Stephen Kramer Glickman , Christopher Shyer , Tahmoh Penikett
Director: Savage Steve Holland
Duration: 68 min
Quality: SD
Release: 2012
IMDb: 7.3