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Taylor, mother to Wesley
"During labor, Staci was the best emotional and physical support we could've asked for. She helped me focus my energy to get through our planned natural birth. She also helped my husband feel comfortable with what was happening. I missed her terribly in the brief moment she stepped away to use the restroom! She knew just how to rub my back and what to say, which seemed like a miracle at the time.
Staci helped keep the atmosphere calm, nurturing, and supportive. Her voice and words and touch were more comforting than I can express."
Jenne, mother to Oscar
"When my husband and I met Justine, her warm, professional, and passionate personality made us want to interview her right away. We could not have made a better choice in working with her. Our labor ended with a healthy baby and a healthy mom, for which we are so grateful.
But it was nothing like we'd imagined: we went from hoping for a water birth to induction to a failed vacuum extraction and eventually to a C-section. It was all unexpected and quick, and it would have been much more traumatic if we hadn't had Justine. She prepared us well in our prenatal appointments to be flexible in labor, and she always made sure that our priority was to be comfortable with the decisions we made while in labor.
Because of this preparation and in spite of the "dream labor" we had in mind, we were able to own all of the decisions we made, and there is no grief for the vaginal birth that might have been. During and after the labor itself, she was a source of endless comfort and steadiness for both my husband and me.
Justine was a key member of our labor team, and my husband and I will be forever grateful that she was present with us during our son's birth. We highly, highly recommend her."
Courtney, mother to Bryson
"I now recommend Midwest Doulas to anyone I know having a baby. At first, I thought Doulas were only there for birth support, but these women have been there for me and my family more than I could have ever imagined. Their expertise, advice, referrals, and support around all things pregnancy, birth, breastfeeding, and postpartum have been so helpful and such a comfort (even to a 2nd-time mama).
We were so thankful to have Mary by our side during our son's birth, and all of the doulas are very responsive to all our questions (any time of day). Their postpartum doula services are also such a huge help!!"
Erica, mother to Willimina
"My sister gifted us the service from Midwest Doulas, and it was the best thing anyone could have done. This was our first baby, after a number of losses. Due to anxiety, fear, and sadness from my history with childbearing, it was very difficult to think ahead, research options and make decisions about anything having to do with pregnancy or labor. All I could think about was wanting to see my baby, healthy and happy. I didn't feel like I even cared about the rest of the details.
Working with our doula team did so many wonderful things for us! They were able to help us work through a number of the decisions that needed to be made for planning our birth. By presenting options, evidence-based information, and experiences they have encountered either personally or in their work they truly prepared us for the days to come! They did so much to build my confidence, all the while giving my partner the tools he needed to be the best support person possible.
The most amazing part of working with our team at Midwest Doulas was just how comfortable we were with each woman! It was automatically like we were old friends or siblings. They're all very easy to talk with, relatable and full of knowledge on everything pregnancy, birth, and baby! The best part of it all is, unlike friends and family who have opinions that come with every piece of advice, the Doulas are all very objective – no personal feelings or preferences included! 100% here for you and supportive of your decisions along the entire process. They help you to run your show, not replay their own.
There is nothing we could do to show just how much we appreciated this gift from my sister or all of the love and support we received from Staci, Justine, and Kelly! With the help of a team of Midwest Doulas, I truly believe you can make any pregnancy, be it your first or fifth, the best experience possible!"
Megan, mother to Adelyn
"Working with Justine as our Doula was an amazing experience! I highly recommend her services. She was well educated, informed on all birthing questions I had and was a big comfort. My husband and I both felt really connected with her, and she valued our birth plan. She was my advocate and a huge help in the delivery room.
Justine became our friend through this experience, and now as a new mom, I can still connect with her with any questions. Justine was a great Doula, and I plan on having her by my side for our next child!!"
Tom, father to Talya
"It is my pleasure to provide this letter of recommendation for Midwest Doulas, Staci Baker, and Justine Temke. As a single father of two children, I worked closely with their team over the past six weeks, as they helped support my family. Midwest Doulas showed excellent communication, exceeded my expectations, and proved to be the exact support I needed during this special moment in my family's life. The entire team was well spoken, professional, and knowledgable.
First, Midwest Doulas brought great value to my family and home. They were compassionate and sensitive to the needs of each family member, my mother, my son, (22 months) and my daughter (newborn). If it wasn't for their support and continuous 24 hour 7 day a week care, I know the transition would have been a lot more difficult.
Second, Midwest Doulas non-judgemental support was clear, and I never felt I was being told how to parent or how to do what I was doing with my newborn daughter. I would observe, and they would explain exactly how to bathe, feed, or change my daughter, to name a few. I was given the tools to make sure that I could be the best father to my newborn. They even helped me introduce my son to my daughter, how to address any issues that may arise, and how to support my son with all the change. This part was invaluable for transitioning into a family of three.
Finally, Midwest Doulas personalized approach to support is priceless. They were always ready to lend evidence-based information on questions I would have."
Claire, mother to Aaron
"The best decision we made to prepare for the birth of our son was hiring Midwest Doulas. All of the doulas we met were extremely knowledgeable, friendly, and kind, and prompt to respond to all our communication. The pre-natal meetings and excellent in-home education classes made us feel prepared to welcome and care for our son when he arrived.
I had a long labor and a challenging delivery, and I don't know what I would've done without Justine by my side. During birth, Justine was right there to offer support and advice when I needed it and was a source of comfort and inspiration when I felt like I couldn't keep going.
Since we've brought our son home, Midwest Doulas has continued to support and help us adjust to life with our new baby. We love and unequivocally recommend Midwest Doulas!"
Jennifer, mother to Rosie
"My first birth was very traumatic and resulted in an unplanned c-section. Many of my friends went on to have doulas during their births, so I was determined to have one help me with a vaginal birth after cesarean for my second child.
Although I was late in my pregnancy for hiring Midwest Doulas, they were a life saver. I loved that there was a team of doulas that got to know me so that whichever one ended up at the birth, she would be sure to know me. Plus, they were very knowledgeable and able to inform and reassure me during my pregnancy and labor.
Staci Baker, the one who helped during the actual labor, kept me moving and worked hard to help me accomplish my goals. Although I ended up with an emergency c-section, I know I only got as far as I did with her help. In addition, she was the most amazing advocate for me during the surgery when my husband needed to be with our newborn daughter.
I highly recommend Midwest Doulas for their vast knowledge in pregnancy comforts, labor prep, labor, baby positioning, and cesareans and VBACs; their drive to continually educate themselves and other women; their extremely personable team; and their professionalism and work ethic."
Andrew, father to Maggie
My spouse and I had an incredible birth experience with our first child that was filled with both joy and pain and a few challenging situations. Justine was there for us every step of the way helping communicate, comfort, coach and advocate for us with her calm, steady, strong presence. As the father, I especially appreciate Justine's inclusive approach which helped me be as involved in the process as I wanted and cared for my needs as well. In prenatal care, labor, delivery, and postpartum care, Midwest Doulas have been an essential source of support for our daughter and us. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for professional, caring, and knowledgeable birth partners.
Skye, father to Calista
"Working with Midwest Doulas was an absolutely fabulous experience. We connected with them instantly and felt extremely supported along the way. They were always available to give their advice and provide research-based information as we had questions. Mary was our doula at our daughter's birth.
Things did not go according to our birth "plan," but she was with us every step of the way, and helped us feel confident and more relaxed during the experience. We were so happy she was there with us. We highly recommend Midwest Doulas to others, and in fact, have two close friends who have worked with them and loved them equally!"
April, mother to Oscar
"Staci was our doula for the birth of our second baby (and our second home birth!). It was very important to me to have a doula that my 2-year-old daughter would be comfortable with since she would also be a big part of this new baby's birth. I was drawn to Staci initially because not only was she incredibly warm and comfortable to be around, but she was very kind to my daughter.
At our birth, Staci was a very helpful, comforting and supportive presence. She is also incredibly intuitive — she seemed to know exactly what we needed and when (position changes, cool washcloths, photographs, etc.). I appreciated the time and attention Staci gave to our 2-year-old after the birth (and that our 2-year-old was so comfortable with Staci). She was a seamless addition to our birth team! Staci was super quick getting our placenta capsules back to us, and also dried bits of the cord and did two beautiful prints with my placenta.
During our prenatal and postpartum visits, I always felt comfortable and valued with Staci — she is very present, warm and knowledgeable. I felt like she really understood what my vision of my birth was (even though I had a hard time putting it into words), and she treated my whole family with love and respect.
If we have another baby, I would definitely call Staci to be our doula again!"
Robin, mother to Avery
"Midwest doulas are amazing; I can't say enough good things about them. I am a single mother by choice, and they were enthusiastic and supportive before, during, and after my birth. All of them are extremely knowledgeable and give suggestions based on science and experience only when asked. I felt empowered all through my birth journey. And their postpartum care and breastfeeding help were essential to getting me and my little one off to a good start and avoiding depression. They are worth every penny."


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JOURNAL of PHYSICS and ENERGETICS
JOURNAL of PHYSICS and ENERGETICS
Université TAHRI Mohammed, BECHAR
P.O.Box 417 Route de l'indépendance
08000 Bechar (Algeria).
Tel. +213 (0)49 23 89 88 – Fax +213 (0)49 23 89 88
The Journal of Physics and Energetics (electronic-ISSN : 2602-5787) is a journal created by the Faculty of Science of Bechar on the initiative of a group of teachers from that faculty, with the help of the administration.
JPE is an open access journal which covers nearly all areas of physics. It publishes in-depth analyses in the field of general physics and the results of cutting-edge research. The topics of interest are :
- Physics and Materials Technology
- Optoelectronics
- Heat Transfer and Thermal Physics.
- Theoretical Physics.
- Computational Physics
The JPE accepts papers in English or French that comply with the editorial rules of the journal (see template). Publication in JPE is free of charge.
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For TCS, 2015 was not as great when it comes to incremental revenue. It earned $ 1,180 million of additional revenue over 2014's topline. This lagged Cognizant's incremental revenue of $ 2,153.3 million. However, TCS earned the best margin on incremental revenue among top peers including Cognizant, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies. The ratio of incremental net profit and incremental revenue or net margin for TCS was 21.2% compared with 8.6% for Cognizant. This is on account of better additional profit of TCS relative to additional revenue. In 2015, TCS earned $250 million in incremental net profit, which is the difference between profit of that year and the previous year. This was not only the best among peers but also exceeded the sum of incremental profits of its peers at $103 million. What it means for investors is that even though TCS reported slower revenue growth over the past few quarters, the quality of revenue as reflected by the margin performance remained higher than that of peers.
Gartner, a technology research firm, has predicted that global IT services spending will grow by 3.1% in 2016, after falling 4.5% last year. Given its presence across technology platforms and user industries and efficient business model, TCS looks well positioned to take advantage of the demand recovery.


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Smoking can sometimes be awesome.0
I think those Yes We Can(dy) Cupcakes worked, y'all. Obama is our president-elect! I won't subject you to my political drivel on a food blog, though.
So yeah, smoking stinks, right? Right. UNLESS we are talking about cheeses. Because, holy crap, smoked cheeses are good. (Yes, Kate, they are!)
As you know, smoked gouda is my favorite cheese, but I have a special place in my heart for smoked mozzarella and fontina, too. I once had a smoked mozzarella risotto with wagyu at a restaurant and this is sort of a (cheaper) twist on that because I added some thinly sliced flank steak to the top.
This was meant to be a smoked mozzarella and roasted tomato risotto, but I ran into a bit of a snafu with that. I kinda sorta *maybe* completely forgot the tomatoes were roasting in the oven. And it's possible they burnt and stuck to the pan because they were so thinly sliced. Maybe.
Thankfully, I always have a jar of sundried tomatoes around, so I chopped a couple of those up and stirred them in at the end. Crisis averted. This is a simple but great twist on a classic risotto. The smoked mozzarella just adds so much goodness.
I know I've been a horrible blogger lately and I wish I could promise I'll get better, but I won't. At least not until the year is over. We have been out of town a lot, and will continue to be out of town through the holidays. On Monday, we are actually going to Las Vegas, which is really exciting because neither of us has been. Though, like any gastronome, I am looking more forward to eating well than anything else. 🙂 But you can still wish me luck to win millions. Or hell, even hundreds.
I'm hoping to have one last blog entry before we leave for Vegas, but I make no promises. It's not that I don't have time to make the post, it's just that I worry about what I'm making actually turning out somewhat attractively. Here is a hint: it's pancakes. Oh, wait, I guess that's the answer, not a hint. But anyway, I notoriously suck at flipping things without them falling apart or sticking or what have you. But it's been a LONG time since I've made pancakes and my skills have improved, so I think we'll be good.
Of course now that I've given so much away you'll know that if this is indeed my last post before Vegas, I have failed miserably in my pancake adventures.
Smoked Mozzarella and Sundried Tomato Risotto
Serves 2 as a side
Printer Friendly Recipe
1 Tbsp. butter
1 shallot, diced, or about 1/4 cup diced onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 cup arborio rice
scant 1/4 cup dry white wine
3 cups chicken or vegetable broth, kept warm on the stove
1/3 cup chopped sundried tomatoes
2 oz. smoked mozzarella, shredded or cut into small pieces
2 Tbsp. chopped fresh basil
salt and pepper
Heat the butter over medium heat until melted and then add the shallot and garlic. Cook until the shallot (or onion) is translucent.
Add the rice, and stir to coat it with the fat, and toast it a little. Add the wine and cook it off almost entirely.
Start adding the warm broth, a ladel at a time. Stir the risotto frequently, and once the broth is almost all absorbed, add another ladel. Continue doing this until the rice has cooked (it should still have bite to it, and should be a little runny, not like regular rice). Stir in the sundried tomatoes during your last broth addition.
Off the heat, add the mozzarella and the basil. Season to taste with salt and pepper and serve immediately.


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Hotel Description: The Regina Baglioni hotel, situated in the Rome historic centre, in the famous Via Veneto, is an elegant Art Nouveau style, fully air conditioned building, with prestigious refined furnishings, impeccable service and a restaurant with fine cuisine. The property also features extensive meeting and business faclities and is therefore equally suited for business and leisure travelers.
By car
From any point of the Grande Raccordo Anulare, reachable by all highways, follow the indications to Roma centro. It is forbidden to enter the area where the hotel is located by car, so guests can park their car close to the Termini railway station or along the Lungotevere and reach the hotel by taxi or by one of the several bus lines available. Many areas of the city centre are also reachable by underground line A. The closest stop is Barberini.
By train
The hotel is 2 km from the Termini railway station.
By airplane
The hotel is 30 minutes by train from the Fiumicino airport. Trains connecting Termini to Fiumicino leave every 30 minutes.
The Brunello Lounge & Restaurant enjoys direct access from Via Veneto The Brunello Lounge & Restaurant, with its exclusive independent entrance on Via Veneto, welcomes clients to a unique atmosphere which unites traditional Italian elegance with contemporary design. It is the ideal location in which to sample dishes of Mediterranean flavour made from extremely high-quality products. It is the most innovative lounge in Rome, perfect for a refined dinner but also for tasting imaginative cocktails.
Hotel Description: The Hotel Pierre is a deluxe hotel located 10 kilometers from Florence International Airport. This hotel is in the heart of historical center of Florence, a few steps from Ponte Vecchio. The Piazza della Signoria, the Duomo and the Uffizi Gallery are some of the attractions within walking distance from the hotel. Designed in Gothic style towards the end of the nineteenth-century by the architect Pietro Berti, the hotel is perfectly integrated within the architectural context of the historic center of Florence. The Hotel Pierre is a striking 13th century building with a splendid faÁade. This stylish hotel was completely renovated in March of 1999, bringing the entrance, windows and rooms back to the old style. The warm and welcoming environment is reflected in the traditional dècor - classic furniture, parquet flooring in the bedrooms and marble in the bathrooms.
The Hotel Pierre is located in Via de' Lamberti of the ancient lineage of magnati Ghibellini, in the heart of the historic centre of Florence, just a few steps from Ponte Vecchio, Piazza della Signoria, Duomo, Uffizi Gallery.
This cleary privileged position represents an ideal strarting-point for visiting museums and monuments,as well as for making purchases in the most elegant shops of the city.
The Hall The warm and welcoming environment is characterized by traditional decor, with ancient and italian classic furniture, suggestive lights, exclusive carpets.
Hotel Description: THE MAJESTIC HISTORY The Hotel Majestic is the first hotel that was built on the via Veneto. It was inaugurated in 1889. Previous to the construction of the via Veneto, this neighbourhood was known as the Villa Ludovisi. The building where the hotel was to be created is part of the first belvedere of the new street cut through the Cappucini friars' garden. The view on Piazza Barberini was achieved by carving the height overlooked by the conventual church of Saint Isidoro and by the Villa Boncompagni. Thus, the designer Gaetano Koch, known as the prince of architects of those times, was forced to give the building that unique "piano-like" layout which characterises its plan. The architectural design and the modern features of the Hotel Majestic reveal its intent to stand out, from the start, as the leader in this town's accommodation of that time. The hotels fame and fortune reached its peak during the Twenties, when high-society members used to choose this hotel for their stay in Rome. At The Majestic, royal prince & princess and show biz stars could find luxurious details together with the comforts of progress in addition to the thrill of being in a town of ancient civilisation. Real antique objects decorated rooms and suites, while lounges showed the richest among tapestries and furniture. The hotel could also be rightfully proud of its main halls. Artist Domenico Bruschi from Perugia frescoed the largest, located on the 1st floor, and named after musician Giuseppe Verdi, in the year 1900. Allegorical scenes depict the glory of the ancient Rome and that of the Italian royal family, La Casa Savoia. In this hotel and in alternative to common hotel cuisine of those days, the Chefs who revealed their preference for local cookery and wines played a remarkable role. All those local specialities were however presented with the most refined display, on fine linen, china, crystals and tableware. After the Sixties, the hotel became the scenery of Fellini's "Dolce Vita" for moviegoers all over the world. In 1990, after an accurate restoration and technical upgrades, the hotel regained all of its past splendour. It is at that time that began the contemporary history of the Hotel Majestic Roma.
The Hotel Majestic, a member of The Leading Small Hotels of the World, is located on the famous Via Veneto, in the heart of Rome. The hotel is within walking distance to the Trevi Fountain, the Villa Borghese Gardens, Spanish Steps, and the elegant Via Condotti with its haute couture boutiques and shops.
LA NINFA BAR and RESTAURANT Enjoy a relaxing lunch, an afternoon tea at the La Ninfa Bar & Brasserie, which also offers all-day dining and cocktail bar until 01.00 am. In the evening opt for the best Mediterranean cuisine at La Ninfa Gourmet Restaurant either on the Terrace overlooking Via Veneto or in the private and intimate atmosphere of the room inside.
Hotel Description: f your idea of a holiday resort is a secluded island atmosphere, Albergo San Montano meets your needs. It seems to hang suspended between sky and sea and the breathtaking sea view nearly overwhelms the senses: the island´s indented coast, Naples, volcano Vesuvius and the Sorrentine peninsula to the east; the lush green slopes of Mount Epomeo to the south; to the west gentle hills dropping into deep blue water under an orange flame sunset, through which the island of Ventotene glimmers often in the distance; the Flegrea area coast to the north. The air is full of wild fragrances from the numerous varieties of aromatic and exotic plants enticing the senses with their smells and shapes. Beautiful shades dominate the landscape: the sea is as blue as the sky above on a clear day against which the lush green park and gently-rolling hills stand out. The park facilities include two outdoor swimming pools, bowling, private parking lot, natural sauna and aromatic walking. The sun shines down brightly over the outdoor pools from dawn to sunset. An indoor tunnel connects the thermal water pool with whirls and the hotel for a wallow in the pleasantly warm water (between 32° and 37° C) even in the cold winter days. The sea water swimming pool is 1 to 3 m deep. Not far from the pool a natural sauna vents steam in a grotto dug out of the rock. The sun deck is the ideal place to relax and entertain all day long while enjoying the pleasure of sipping a cocktail or tasting some of our delicious snacks beside the pool.
The Hall The large reception hall is beautifully furnished with old navy style antiques recycled from old ship demolitions. Interiors feature everywhere mahogany, brass and leather furniture. Facilities include also a gambling hall, a TV hall and a reading area. The Bar Enjoy a magic sunset view from the bar terrace while sipping a drink from our first-class selection; or let your stress be gently soothed away by some piano Neapolitan folk music or popular songs. The pool bar is open from morning to late night and serves also snacks and salads.
Hotel Description: The Carlton Hotel Baglioni Milan is one of the most famous and oldest hotels in the city. It is found in the cultural, fashion and business heart of Milan, overlooking the Via Della Spiga, and stone's throw away from the Via Montenapoleone and close to the Gothic spires of the Duomo and the Teatro alla Scala (opera house). Recent renovation has made the hotel even more welcoming and fascinating. The Carlton Hotel Baglioni, with its luxurious lounges and two meeting rooms hosting up 65 people, is a prestigious hotel for guests seeking a refined and elegant atmosphere.
The property features the Baretto al Baglione restaurant, hosting up to 70 people and serving typical Milan, Italian and international dishes.
Hotel Description: Donna Carmela, a 19th century Sicilian residence recently transformed in luxury guest house, is located in a magnificent garden featuring Mediterranean plants. Stylishly sophisticated, the building overlooks the ten thousand square metre nursery garden. The property is famous for its courtyards in lavic paving, the ancient cistern and river pebbles, the well-stocked wine cellar and the swimming pool surrounded by secular olive trees.
Donna Carmela is located in Carruba di Riposto, an ideal position to explore the important cultural and natural sites in eastern Sicily: Siracuse's remains, Acireale's baroque, Piazza Armerina's mistery, Catania's history, Taormina's charm, mount Etna's beauty, to mention but a few
Donnacarmela's menu, based on the typical local flavoursome recipes, will bring you on a culinary journey through the flavours and scents of ancient traditional Sicilian cuisine. The care we put in the choice of our ingredients and the passion we put into the preparation turn every dish into both a pleasure and a discovery. Thanks to our refined wine cellar, we always complement the dishes with the most appropriate wine. In order to supply the restaurant with the freshest ingredients dinners need to be booked on the previous evening. Quality, passion and good taste for those who have a fine palate: with Donnacarmela the best of Sicilian cuisine is always within your fork's reach.
Hotel Description: The Boscolo Hotel Palace occupies a highly desirable location on Rome's celebrated Via Veneto, within easy walking distance of the Spanish Steps and Villa Borghese. The building was designed in the 1920's by the highly distinguished Italian architect Marcello Piacentini, at the time already well known Internationally for masterpieces such as the Palace of Justice in Milan and the Rectorate of Rome University. The hotel's quite unique public rooms are home to the superb frescoes of Guido Cadorin depicting Rome's high society of the 1930's in a series of life-size portraits. The hotel has 94 stylishly appointed rooms and Junior suites all featuring classic Italian beach wood and marble furnishings and offering the utmost in comfort and modern technology.
From the highway
The highway is approximately 4 km away.Take the Roma Nord exit and follow the signs for Via Salaria downtown, then for the Termini Station.
From Termini Station
The station is less than 1 km away. Five minutes by taxi. On foot approximately 10 minutes (from the Station toward Piazza della Repubblica).
From the Leonardo da Vinci - Fiumicino Airport
The airport is approximately 25 km away.
By taxi it takes around 45 minutes
By train from the airport to the Termini station (35 minutes).
It is also possible to book a pick-up service directly at the Hotel desk.
The "Terrazza Cadorin" restaurant, serves the finest local Italian and international cuisine in a delightfully elegant dining room overlooking Via Veneto. The Boscolo Palace Hotel's Lounge Bar, provides the perfect environment where to relax after a day spent shopping or sight seeing in Rome. An excellent selection of long drinks and liqueurs are served in a room adorned with the artwork of Guido Cadorin.
Hotel Description: Boscolo Exedra Milan, designed by the architect Italo Rota, Is located in the heart of the city, right by the famous shopping rectangle amid Via Monte Napoleone and Piazza San Babila, a few steps from Teatro della Scala and the Duomo. This strategic location makes of it the ideal Hotel both for leisure and business. Boscolo Exedra Milano is 8 floor high, offering 154 guest rooms and luxury suites with either a king size bed or twin beds and comfortable bathrooms, all featuring a contemporary style enriched by the design furniture. Each suite is different from the other due to an own unique layout.
The hotel is just a few steps from Piazza del Duomo, close to the Metro stations Duomo (line 1 and 3), San Babila (line 1) and Montenapoleone (line 3
The glamorous Bar Lounge and the original Champagnerie are ideal locations where you can enjoy delicious cocktails and excellent light meals. Boscolo Exedra Milano has 4 meeting rooms that can accommodate from 10 up to 170 and a Spa with Sauna, Turkish bath and indoor heated swimming pool


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On 21 July 2018, the Alpen Arena will be transformed into an operatic stage. Star tenor Juan Diego Flórez and Philharmonie Salzburg will bring a touch of the Vienna State Opera, the Met and La Scala to Gastein.
Juan Diego Flórez is one of the leading tenors of our day. No other embodies to such perfection the art of Bel Canto and the beauty of Italian opera, represented in this production by the likes of Rossini, Verdi and Donizetti. Unlike any other tenor, Flórez is able to lend his extraordinary voice to their lyrics and melodies.
Together with Philharmonie Salzburg under the baton of Christopher Franklin, this summer will the Alpen Arena in Bad Hofgastein become an international operatic venue. The ambience of the Alps meets Italian opera, sung by a world star of classical music.
Juan Diego Flórez is an Austro-Peruvian opera singer, generally regarded as the leading representative of the rare, and very difficult "tenore di grazia" in the world today. Flórez was born in 1973, studying music in his home city of Lima and at the Curtis Institute in Philadelphia. In 1996, he gave his official debut performance at the Rossini Opera Festival in Pesaro, where his impressive voice and astonishing agility made him an overnight sensation, taking him in the same year, at the age of just twenty-three, to the stage of La Scala in Milan. Since then, he has appeared regularly with the world's best conductors and on the most renowned operatic stages (Metropolitan Opera, Vienna State Opera, Semperoper).
His repertoire comprises 46 operas, celebrating his most resounding successes and rapturous public acclaim in roles by Rossini, Donizetti and Bellini. As a world-class bel canto tenor, since 2001 Juan Diego Flórez has released numerous albums on CD and DVD, both as a solo artist as well as a member of operatic ensembles; many of these have won prizes, including Germany's "Echo" and the Cannes Classical Award.
Philharmonie Salzburg was founded in 1998 by conductor Elisabeth Fuchs, and has played its way into the hearts of audiences ever since. The unique enthusiasm & dedication of the musicians makes the concerts performed by Philharmonie Salzburg truly incomparable. With refreshingly new interpretations of classical masterpieces, liberated from the dust they had gathered over the centuries. Philharmonie Salzburg's program is characterized by unconventionality, cross-over projects (e.g. "Mozart goes Jazz", "Maria Bill sings Edith Piaf", "Symphonic Klezmer", "Tango-pure with Quadro Nuevo") and performances of rarely heard works (e.g. Schmidt's "Book of the Seven Seals", Bernstein's "Mass"). Furthermore, the orchestra injects exceptional passion into its interpretations of film music, Broadway and symphonic pop.
Time and again, extraordinary projects result from connections forged with other art forms, the Philharmonie sharing the stage, for example, with a breakdance group or performing film music live to silent movies such as "The New Babylon" and "Metropolis". Gastein's Summer Concert Series 2018 will include children's concerts, the opening concert "Swing in the Spring" and much more.
VIP seating is available for this production in the first few rows right in front of the stage. A special VIP reception will be hosted in the Kursaal, with direct access to the concert venue. Here, we will raise our glasses in anticipation of the memorable concert experience we are about to enjoy. A warm buffet (from 5 until 8 pm) featuring regional specialties promises a treat for the taste buds as well. All beverages during the evening (beer, wine and alcohol-free) are also included. As you see, this VIP package guarantees pure joy for the ears and palate alike (299 € per person).
Tickets in categories VIP (299 €) A (131 €), B (101 €), C (91 €) and D (81 €) are available from the tourist office in Bad Hofgastein, from all Raiffeisenbank branches as well as online at www.oeticket.com.
Any questions about our summer program?
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Stairs a bit steep dust everywhere cobwebs having said that we would recommend very well equipped nice location value for money would stay again
Published on: 2019-09-19
Fantastic place a local shop would be nice but otherwise spectacular location and property
Published on: 2019-08-15
The property itself is quite lovely, somewhere to put your toiletries in the bathrooms would have been useful. Other than that a perfectly adequate property. The location whilst beautiful to look at, lacks any real amenities. The shop is no longer open. The pub does good food. The Seabreeze was hit and miss. Great the first day but rubbish the second time. The boathouse avoid at all costs. Frozen fish and chips at a premium price. The parking which comes with the property was also hit and miss and we ended up having to park in the street one night as the car park was full. The nearby towns were a real shock. We love the charm of both Cornwall and Devon. Salcombe, Kingsbridge, not so much Dartmouth (but basically most of South Hams) lacked any charm and felt like it had been taken over by a strange arrogant mix of city boys and Kensington folks. The few locals that we encountered agreed that the area was being taken over. We ended up going Brixham Way in order to find the charm and friendliness we are used to and in order to not leave Devon completely disillusioned.
Published on: 2019-08-04
Really lovely apartment and excellent response when we had a couple of minor queries.
Would book again ?
Published on: 2019-07-03
too many stairs, but had great break.
Published on: 2019-05-21
Good apartment, was billed as having sea views but vv slight view of sea. Overall good
Published on: 2018-10-31
Stayed at 17 At the Beach for 12 days, 2 adults and 2 dogs, location was fabulous for beach and a couple of pubs serving pub food, one of the pubs was not open in evenings, winter hours I believe.
The apartment was clean and tidy with modern fixtures and fittings spread over 3 floors.
We found out the hard way that the road is closed from Torquay side meaning a large detour to get to Torcross, visited many places within an hours drive of Torcross during our time there which was great for walking/dogs.
All in all worth a visit, the closed road was being worked on when we were there meaning it will re-open at some point
Published on: 2018-10-02
Great holiday in a marvellous place, road closure caused a small problem, if you don't want to drive the bus service to various places is really good. The coast path is right next to the accommodation and you can choose walks to suit all abilities. We were really lucky with the weather which in itself is always a bonus in this country, would certainly visit again. There was one small village shop for milk, papers etc however this closes in September so unless another opens in it's place a walk to the farm shop(15 mins or 5min drive required),
Published on: 2018-09-10
Return every year and love it still as much as the first time.
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29 Best Benefits Of Oregano Oil For Skin, Hair, And Health
Oregano (Origanum vulgare) is an herb that is native to the Mediterranean, Europe and Asia. It is basically used as a spice and is said to have several medicinal properties. As the name suggests, oil of oregano is a potent steam distilled extract of the oregano plant. Oregano oil benefits includes its strong aroma and antiseptic properties. It is a natural substance and contains two key compounds carvacrol and thymol which are directly involved in inhibiting harmful micro-organisms that cause many illnesses and complications.
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What Is Oregano Oil?
Oregano oil should not be confused with common oregano which is used as a spice for cooking. Common oregano is typically Origanum Marjoram whereas oregano oil belongs to Origanum Vulgare. This oil can be used either as a liquid or in the form of capsules. In both the cases, it should be verified that the oil has been extracted from proper potent oregano plant and the carvacrol concentration should be at least 70 percent.
The oil of oregano uses are so many that we had to categorize to be able to list them all right! Read and revel.
Oregano Oil Benefits For Health
The ancient Greeks were the first people to identify the oil of oregano benefits for its health and medicinal properties. It is potent, anti-viral, anti-bacterial, antifungal and anti-parasitic oil with a range of health benefits.
1. Contains Powerful Phenols:
Most of the health benefits of oregano oil can be attributed to the presence of carvacrol and thymol compounds as they have the ability to kill harmful microbes in the body. These powerful phenols have anti-bacterial, anti-viral, anti-parasitic, and anti-fungal properties.
2. Anti-Oxidant & Anti-Inflammation Properties:
Inflammation is caused as a result of the body's natural response to toxins, injury and infections and can cause degeneration of the body's systems. The oil of oregano possesses anti-oxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which prevent inflammation, thus strengthening the body's resistance.
3. Good Anti-Oxidant:
Oregano oil contains decent amounts of antioxidant polyphenols, rosemarinic acid and quercitin. Research has proved that the oxygen radical absorption capacity (ORAC) in this oil is 4 times greater than that of blueberries and higher than vitamin E. The higher the ORAC value, the higher the antioxidant levels are, thus improving the healing potential.
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4. Lowers Risk of Heart Diseases:
Due to its antioxidant properties, oregano oil is effective in protection against the oxidation of LDL (bad) cholesterol, thus reducing the risk of heart diseases.
5. Prevents Cancer:
The antimutagenic and anticarcinogenic effects of oregano oil help in prevention of cancer.
6. Improves Body's Defense Mechanism:
Oregano oil is an excellent option for increasing the body's defense mechanism against cold or sore throat. You can simply take 3 drops of oregano oil in a day or mix it into a glass of orange juice and notice results within a few hours. Oregano oil should be taken up to 5 days to totally eliminate the symptoms.
7. Relieves Sinus Congestion:
Oregano oil is a natural remedy for sinus congestion. You can add 3 drops of oil into a glass of juice and drink this mixture daily for 3 to 5 days for relief.
8. Digestive Aid & Expectorant:
Due its high content of thymol and carvacrol compounds, oregano oil is effective in calming upset stomach and aids in digestion. Indigestion can be cured by drinking a glass of milk or juice that is mixed with 2 or 3 drops of oregano oil. It also acts as an expectorant to rid the lungs, bronchi and trachea of excess mucus.
9. Sedative:
This oil is a strong sedative and small doses can have a soothing effect and aid peaceful sleep.
10. Topical Application Agent:
Oregano oil can be topically applied on the skin to cause internal healing. Thus, swollen lymph nodes, sore throat and ear infections can be cured by rubbing the oil directly on the affected area.
11. Heals Mind & Body:
The healing benefits of oregano oil can be further experienced by massaging the soles of your feet with this oil. This is beneficial to the entire body systems and has been traditionally used for healing the mind and the body. Besides, it is an alternative method of clearing the body of viral and fungal infections.
12. Treats Pneumonia:
This oil is extremely beneficial in case of pneumonia. For this purpose, diffuse it and inhale from a bowl of steaming water. It should also be applied on the soles of your feet.
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13. Treats Nasal Polyp:
Oregano oil should be considered if you are suffering from nasal polyp. Add 2 drops of oregano oil in a pan of steaming water. Placing a towel over your head, inhale the steam for as long as possible. It can also be applied on the reflex points of your feet.
14. Cures Whooping Cough:
Massaging oregano oil over the chest and into the pads of the feet and/or diffusing it through the air can provide relief from whooping cough.
15. Treats Muscle Aches:
In case of muscle aches, you can massage your muscles with oregano oil diluted in coconut oil, moving towards your heart.
16. Treats Viral & Fungal Infections:
Topical application of this oil is beneficial in the treatment of warts, fungal nail growths pimples, cold sores etc. However, it is advisable to do a skin patch test first to find out the correct dose.
17. Cures Gastrointestinal & Bronchial Infections:
This oil helps in curing gastrointestinal and bronchial infections. Carvacol and Thymol compounds act as antibacterial and antispasmodic agents to stimulate bile flow in the gall bladder. Hence, it is effective in the treatment of urinary tract infections, respiratory tract ailments, menstrual cramps, arthritis, dyspepsia and bloating.
18. Good Antiseptic:
Thymol , being an antiseptic, helps in treating gum disorders and toothaches and hence is used as an ingredient in toothpastes and mouthwashes.
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Benefits of Oregano Oil For Skin
Being a strong and effective blood purifier, antioxidant and rich in vitamins and minerals, oregano oil is beneficial for your skin. Topical application of this oil in a diluted form is known to treat skin infections, itches and irritations. Given below are some of its oregano oil benefits for skin.
19. Treats Skin Conditions:
The carvacrol compound in oregano oil helps in treating minor skin problems such as acne, cold sores, rashes and fungal infections when applied topically. This oil can be applied directly on acne lesions to speed up the healing process. The tingling sensation observed after the application of this oil stops the herpes virus from manifesting altogether. You can also mix 2 -3 drops of this oil in a glass of water and dab on the acne with a cotton ball. Discontinue using it if you discover redness or irritation.
20. Anti-Bacterial:
Since it possesses anti-bacterial properties, it has the ability to destroy candida and other unknown bad germs causing skin infections. It can be taken in a capsule, added to food or massaged over the affected area.
21. Cures Athlete's Foot:
In case of athlete's foot, you can massage your feet with oregano oil, add a drop of oil to your shoes or soak your socks in warm water and 2 drops of oregano oil for relief.
21. Delays Signs of Ageing:
Taking 2 oregano oil capsules every day can provide anti-aging benefits by removing signs of aging and delaying the aging process resulting in a brighter skin color.
22. Used in Spa:
Oregano oil possesses anti-bacterial, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties which destroy the free radicals that damage healthy cells, thus curing acne, psoriasis and nail fungus. Thus, this oil is often used in spa treatments where it is blended with other ingredients. It is one of the most effective inhibitors of yeast infections.
23. Treats Calluses:
Calluses can be treated by massaging the affected area with oregano oil diluted in coconut oil. Oregano oil is often used by manicurists for the treatment of growth of fungi between the finger and toe nails.
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Oregano Oil For Hair
Pure oregano oil is extremely beneficial for hair and can heal scalp conditions which affect hair growth. This oil can be either ingested in the form of capsules or applied topically on the scalp. Since it is highly concentrated, it should be used in a diluted form with other carrier oils like coconut, olive, jojoba, tea tree oils etc. Some of its benefits for hair are as follows.
24. Cures Dandruff:
Dandruff is a common problem which grows uncontrollably if left unchecked. Oregano oil can remove dandruff in no more than just a week. For this purpose, you can mix a few drops of pure oregano oil per tablespoon of shampoo. Alternatively, you can create a topical ointment mixing an ounce of pure oregano oil with 4 ounces of coconut oil and apply it on the scalp after washing and conditioning your hair.
25. Stimulates Hair Growth:
Oregano oil can be mixed with other essential oils such as olive oil, jojoba oil or tea tree oil and used on scalp once a week or every two weeks. This will result in improving the conditions of thinning hair and stimulate hair growth.
Oregano oil can be used weekly or bi-weekly as part of a hair and scalp cleansing regimen to combat the problems of hair loss, balding, dandruff, head lice, ringworm, dermatitis, scabies or scalp inflammation.
Hope you liked our post on oregano oil benefits. Hence, oregano oil is a great health supplement, promising a range of health, skin and hair benefits. However, one is required to be careful while using or consuming it. It should be taken in small doses as it can impede iron absorption by your body or cause skin irritations. Pregnant women should stay away from it as it can stimulate blood flow in the uterus. It is advisable to consult a physician regarding the correct dose of this oil.
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Looks like there's a pattern here of nine months between posts. So here are a few pics so you can see the progress. But you still can't mention the bathroom!
Colin has done the front landscaping and things are starting to grow nicely. It had to be easy to care for as I can't do much gardening now and himself has taken it on. So easy-mow with some hedging Lilly-pillies at the bottom driveway edge to eventually give some protection for the fierce summer westerly sun and hot winds, and mock orange along the deck for prettiness and a lovely perfume. The stick with leaves at the centre of the small top terrace will grow into a pale pink Crepe Myrtle.
The plants in the bed along the entry deck are blue agapanthus. Friends were cleaning up their bush-block and had dug out all the aggies that had weeded their way in, and were going to burn them. I caught the bag on the way. They can indeed be a weed in the bush, and take over some areas, but used carefully in town and not allowed to go to seed there isn't a problem. They take the summer heat without much water and look brilliant in spring with the tall blue flowers. Watch for pics of next spring!
On the other side of the entry deck (that Colin made all on one level for possible future problems) near the open garage door, is a miniature black-stemmed bamboo. I thought we needed some height here. The deck itself was sanded and finished, but it's clear that we have to find a different stain/oil product as the sun has made a real mess of it.
Grand-daughter Georgia Rachel – a month before her fifth birthday – did the digging here to plant that Crepe Myrtle tree, with a little help from Grandpa.
Inside, things are moving along. Colin builds bookshelves – I fill them. My study ones are done, and the ones each side of the fireplace nearly done. And here's a pic of where I'm sitting typing this – it's a cool, misty day. Rather nice, really.
The fireplace surround is fitted and now taken away for painting. Soon will all be together and looking schmick.
A flock of lorikeets wake me every morning squabbling over breakfast in the bottlebrush hedge near the bedroom window. They are the clowns of the bird world and spend more time upside down, slightly drunk on the nectar that is their food, than upright!
Christmas greetings to you all from our nearly completed house to yours – may next year be a good one all around, even with the huge changes that are going on in the world. And for those who don't already know, my next book will be published mid next year, by Text Publishing. I'll let you know when – of course!


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Many people have been scratching their heads about what they can do for Valentines this year. Here are a few ideas:
Going Out…
Weekend getaway.
There are several wonderful places you can visit locally (in Kenya) including Naivasha or Nakuru. My friends and I visited a place called Lake Oloiden in Naivasha during the December holidays and they have a very beautiful scenery and offer an affordable package.
Watch a play
Kenya has lots of talent! Choose a play that will be showing on Valentines day and entertain your loved one with a funny or romantic play.
KICC Rooftop
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Visit the national museum
The museum has been renovated and has become a popular spot for couples. You can go into the museum and see Kenya's historical artefacts or have a picnic in the compound. They also have a lovely coffee shop where you can have lunch.
Bike riding in Karura forest
Karura forest is yet another place with a brilliant scenery! Trees, Rivers, a waterfall, lakes… it is always a great spot to visit. You can carry your own bikes or hire some at the venue and ride around the forest. You can also have a picnic near the waterfall.
Horse riding
I have never ridden a horse before so I am not too sure if it is the best idea but it looks like lots of fun! You can always create many special memories from your first horse ride if you have never done it before. The Ngong race course offers horse riding services.
Stay home…
Breakfast in bed
Starting the day on a high note will always give you extra points! Give your loved one a simple but thoughtful breakfast (maybe you can put a flower on the side).
Cook a spectacular meal
You can do more than just breakfast and make a 3 to 5 course meal. Buy a new recipe book, call your grandma or Google to make sure everything turns out just right!
Gift ideas…
For HIM
The clichés: A watch or a wallet of good quality. Every man needs this and he will definitely appreaciate it.
Not so cliché: Something for his car! Men LOVE their cars. Find out something that he has been meaning to buy for his car and surprise him with it this Valentines.
Completely out of the box: You can give him "tickets" to go and watch sports with his friends whenever he wants! So you make 10 tickets and give him. When he wants to watch the game, he hands over a ticket and leaves. No permission required even if he was meant to visit your mother that day (Oops!)He will definitely love this gift!…But don't worry the tickets run out.
OR…Give him empty favour tickets. He can fill the tickets with whichever favour he wants at any time.
For HER
The clichés: Flowers and chocolates. I have never heard any woman complaining about being given flowers or chocolates! In fact, for a woman who loves chocolates, just consider it a safe gift for any occasion.
Not so cliché:
Something for her kitchen: Women like their kitchen, even those who do not cook often. Buy for her something new for her kitchen. It could be new cookaware, maasai-beaded cooking spoons, an apron with a sweet message or go big with a dishwasher! Chances are, you will also benefit from this gift!
Something to wear: Buy for her a dress or a pair of shoes or both! This is your chance to pick out something you have always wanted to see her wearing.
Completely out of the box: This one is similar to the guy's gift above. Non-monetary gifts are always very special so I always include them in my list of gift ideas! So, you can give her cleaning or cooking vouchers that she will use whenever she is tired and needs a break! Once she chooses to use her vouchers, you jump up and get scrubbing! (Or frying) 🙂
The day is almost here so start planning!


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How anti-Semitism and hatred of Israel led to attack on Northern Ireland synagogue
The sheer scale of the cleverly manipulated global campaign against Israel is indicative of anti-Zionism
How much anti-Semitism is there in Northern Ireland? The shattering of the windows of the Belfast synagogue (described by the PSNI as a religious hate crime) would suggest there's at least a bit of it about.
But we are constantly reassured that actually hatred of the Jews has absolutely nothing whatsoever to do with hatred of Israel? Or, to use the currently fashionable terms, hatred of the "Zionists".
The timing of the assault on the synagogue would seem to suggest, however, that there is some sort of link.
Like all attacks on places of religion – the Star of the Sea Catholic Church in Newtownabbey was also attacked at the weekend (again), and Belfast's Islamic Centre has recently been targeted too – this needs to be condemned utterly.
We already know the enormity of the problems we face in Northern Ireland with sectarianism, racism and homophobia. But maybe our biggest problem is with denial.
Hate crime, to give it its official label, is rarely unconnected with hate speech, hate mindset and ... well ... just plain, old hate.
Most of us immediately see a connection between the wild, despicable language of the pastor and racism directed at Muslim people.
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Where anti-Semitic – sorry, anti-Zionist – clamour is concerned, however, there seems to be an entirely different logic at work.
Let me make something clear here. I'm not saying nobody should ever be allowed to criticise Israel, its government or its actions. (Lots of Israelis criticise their own government. Unusually for the Middle East, they are free to do so. They are citizens of that region's only real democracy. They can vote for who they want, speak out when they choose. Women have an equal place in society. Gay people are not murdered on account of their sexuality. The media in Israel is free.)
What is indicative of anti-Semitism is the sheer scale of the very cleverly manipulated global campaign against Israel. Tens of thousands die in Syria, Libya, Iraq, the Sudan and while this makes headlines there is nothing, nothing on a par with the outcry against Israel.
That nation moves to defend itself against the terror regime relentlessly pounding its cities, its towns and villages with hundreds of rockets and once again it is the world's Great Satan singled out for particular censure.
Why? Israel is the world's only Jewish state.
We are assured, though, there is absolutely no connection between these two things.
A recent massive survey of global attitudes towards Jews (not Israelis, not Zionists) found that anti-Semitism was rampant in the Middle East but also shockingly common in parts of Europe. Respondents were asked did they agree with statements such as "people hate Jews because of the way Jews behave", "Jews think they are better than other people", and "Jews still talk too much about what happened in the Holocaust".
While the UK was rated at around 8%, Ireland was rated at a shameful 20%. (Older males were among the worst.)
So, where does that leave us in Northern Ireland? While we're included in the UK figure there is no breakdown by region. The suspicion has to be that we're more anti-Semitic (or anti-Zionist if you prefer) than we think.
And whatever the anti-Zionists argue, the especial ordure directed at Israel is a reflection of that.
The conflict in the Middle East is massively, tragically complex. It isn't something that can be summed up or sorted in a glib 140 character tweet. Or round a dinner table with a nice little Sancerre in BT9.
Of course those pictures of suffering civilians would tear the heart out of you. I imagine the Israelis grieve for the innocent victims every bit as much as the rest of us. Israelis are not, despite how their enemies portray them, inhuman.
But what is Israel supposed to do under Hamas attack? Just sit back and take constant, unceasing bombardment with only the Iron Dome anti-missile system and pure luck sparing countless lives?
We wouldn't here. No other nation on earth would.
Further reading:
'Mr Obama - do you have a heart? Spend one night with us in Gaza. It would change history' ... Norwegian doctor Mads Gilbert's open letter evokes conditions in Shifa hospital
Deadly flechette shells used by Israeli military in Gaza
Rabbi takes comfort in community support following synagogue attacks
What if British had treated Northern Irish like Israel treats Palestine?
Letters: Flying Israeli flags is offensive to rule of law
How trade union seems to have blinkered view of Gaza conflict
Letters: West could do more for peace in Middle East
Gerry Adams urges Dail stand-up for Gaza
The deep-lying racism fuelling the Israeli onslaught
Opinion: Hamas take lead from Hitler
Belfast City Hall peace rally to highlight suffering in Gaza is marred by scuffles
The myth of Hamas's human shield
Israel-Gaza conflict: UN chief Ban Ki-moon pushing for ceasefire
Gaza bloodbath claims 500 Palestinian lives in relentless Israeli onslaught
Israel-Gaza conflict: Gaza suffers its deadliest day after 'heinous massacre' in Shuja'iya
Scores dead in Gaza ground battle
Gaza action 'must be proportionate'
Israel more brutal than Hitler: Turkish PM
Thousands gather for Gaza protest
What if British had treated Northern Irish like Israel treats Palestine?
Israel launches Gaza ground offensive as four more Palestinian children are killed including a five-month-old baby
Response to Gaza 'lily-livered'
Gaza children killed as they played football on the beach
Israeli government insists it does not target civilians – the day after four children are killed by shelling
Israel actions 'disproportionate'
Gaza: Four Palestinian boys killed in Israeli rocket attack on beach
The deep-lying racism fuelling the Israeli onslaught
Alexei Sayle: Israel is Jimmy Savile of nation states
' Sderot cinema' image shows Israelis with popcorn and hookahs 'cheering as missiles strike Palestinian targets'
Gaza back-story: A future Palestine state will have no borders and be an enclave within Israel, surrounded on all sides by Israeli-held territory
From the archives
Cameraman in Gaza 'killed by deadly flechettes fired from Israeli tank'
Israel 'used white phosphorus deliberately and recklessly'
Kim Sengupta: Claims that Israel is using white phosphorus illegally won't go away
UN: Israelis hit our headquarters in Gaza with 'white phosphorus' shells
Dime bombs leave Israel's victims with mystery wounds
Israel accused of Gaza war crimes in Amnesty report
Gaza: Demolished in three weeks. Rebuilding it will take years
Outrage as Israel bombs UN HQ, hospital, school and media building
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The Journey of Paris 2
On 20th November,alrough it is a little raining and cold,we are in high spirit to visit the Notre Dame Cathedral in famous witer Hugo's works and experienced a religion ceremony.
In the afternoon,we came to the most famous symbol-Tour Eiffer which is a very amazing architecture,in the top of the tour whole Paris scenery was under your eye.
In the night we take boat on Seine River to enjoy the night scenery.Today is really a nice day for us.
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How to make Curry Fry Fish
All ingredients remains the same as Curry Fish
Only the fish is fried first
The perparation is different
Place the Fish into a bowl and add 1/2 teaspoon of salt (level) then mix.
Dust the Fish on both sides with flour. Fry them as any normal fried fish.
Place the fish in a pan at the same time as fresh fish (from fish fillet recipe)
Cover with curry and heat for 1 minute.
Remove the pan from heat and cover. Shake to allow the fish to move.
Service with rice, roti and even bread.
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Green Fundraising For Schools With One Big Caveat
Founded by elementary parents with an eye for the future and a realization that we've all had enough of the wrapping paper and cookie dough fundraising tactics, Greenraising, a program to help schools and non-profits raise funds using eco-friendly products has emerged.
And with items for sale ranging from SIGG bottles and fair trade coffee to eco-friendly lunchboxes and recycled office supplies, the intentions are good and the products seem excellent.
But what's that big caveat I mentioned above? Well, it seems your school or non-profit will only garner 25% of the proceeds from sales placed by friends, family, and co-workers via their website, and just 40% of the profits from those you sign up in person with their catalog. And while I'm no PTA fundraising guru myself I do know a few, and can say with certainty that products sold through school fundraisers generally mean that between 50-70% of the proceeds to the school itself.
After all, it's a school fundraiser, and not just a straight sell…
So while I'm enthusiastic about the idea of the program, and recognize that using eco-friendly products instead of the usual plethora of fundraising suspects is exposing lots of people to great products they might never try otherwise... I have to suspect that you may do better elsewhere gaining the cash you need from your fundraising efforts.
Perchance our friends at Greenraising need a little friendly competition to make them up the ante… Anyone have a favorite program in mind that can give them a run for their money?
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text: How To Develop Your Dating Gameplan Part 2: Adapting Your Gameplan To The Situation In part 1 of this series we covered player vs. provider game. Understanding whether you're going to approach women as a player or a provider is important in determining your gameplan, but that's just step one. To be effective you need to adapt your game to every situation. You want to know exactly how you're going to play your hand with every woman you meet in person or online, before you even talk to her or send her a message. The key factors to consider in every situation are: Your timeline to sex How you present yourself (player vs. provider game) What your next move is (contact info/where you're going to take her/how fast to escalate) You should know in advance, exactly how you're going to play those 3 factors before you even talk to the girl. From how fast you're going to try to fuck her, to the style of your approach, to whether you're going to go for her contact info, for a date, or try and take her home straight away. But that doesn't mean your gameplan has to be static, you can and should run different game on different girls and play different follow up moves depending on circumstances. And depending on where you are in your life, where you live and what you're looking for, your gameplan will change over time. The key is always understanding what the best move is or you To do that you need to factor in a number of different things: How To Adapt Your Gameplan To The Situation Your Age A big part of your gameplan comes down to where you are in your life. If you're 22, and you just moved out of the house and you're looking to have fun and get your game up, fast dirty sex with a lot of dirty girls might be the best move for you (at least temporarily, I don't recommend pump and dump as a lifestyle). As you age though, your gameplan should become somewhat more age appropriate. Now that doesn't mean you have to go the traditional route and become a provider. But being the 50 year old guy in the club chasing down drunk girls in the club is not the best move. My gameplan at 34 is still fast speed player game but with more of an emphasis on quality women for MLTRs with the option of a girlfriend, and less of an emphasis on casual sex. I usually try and bring her home on the first date, to show her I'm a man and because my killer instincts kick in, but I'm willing to wait three dates for quality and occasionally five dates if she's exceptional. I don't have much of an interest in casual sex with girls I don't care about like I did in my 20's so I try and make sure that the girls I hook up with are people that I like and want to see again. Although I will occasionally indulge in a drunken escapade. Your Schedule Your schedule is going to determine a good chunk of your gameplan. If you're grinding hard seven days a week on your business like you should be (at least in the early stages), you're not going to have time to chase down girls every night at the club. Your schedule also determines how fast you can convert a girl. If you meet a girl during the day, chances are you won't be free, and neither will she so an instant lay is usually out of the question. Your schedule is something you need to take into account in determining what the right move is for you in each situation. Location If you met her at 3 AM at a sweaty club, taking her to the bathroom, outside or home is the right move. Getting her digits is a complete waste of time because you'll never see her again. However, if you meet her at a party through your social circle, and know you're going to see her again, and you know that there are social consequences for failure, then taking your time is the right move. You never need to get rejected in your social circle, because there is no need to pull the trigger until you're sure. You'll know if she's into you through her body language, proximity to you at parties and because your friends will tell you. If you're unsure, it's usually better to wait until you know what's up. Size Of Your City In a big city, with a ton of prospects, you can afford to play aggressively and leave a lot of money on the table in pursuit of efficiency because your dating pool is so large. That's not true in a small city however. In a small city you have to play smart game with every prospect, because not only are there potential social consequences for failure, but your dating pool is small. And that means you can't afford to fuck up the limited amount of good prospects you have. In a small city, playing medium term or slow game is going to be the better move because you need to: Protect your pipeline Keep a high conversion rate (you can't afford to burn through prospects like in big city game) Your SMV Your SMV or sexual market value is going to be by far the biggest factor in your gameplan. In my opinion, to be succesful with running player game on hot girls you need to be in the top 15% for your age bracket which is on average 10 years below your age and up (i.e. at 34, my age bracket is girls from 24 to 34). Since girls can have fast sex so easily, they have a large pool of guys to choose from at any time. And since pure DTF girls are so valuable in the sexual marketplace, it's easy for them to leverage their sexual availability to fuck outside of their league with good looking guys looking for an easy lay. If you have good game and a solid SMV you can afford to play fast DTF game. Even if your SMV is average but your game is tight you can still get some fast lays. However, if your SMV is below average, a fast gameplan might not be your best move. Not everyone has the raw genetic material to be top 15%, so you need to play accordingly while working on maxing out your SMV. It's also very important to be realistic. If you're a five, and you've got your first prospect in 4 months, you can't afford to blow it by playing too aggressive. Even if it means risking getting your time wasted. Playing smart and slowing your gameplan down is your best move. If your SMV isn't that high, the girl might not be super attracted to you right away. But with time, you can show her through your confidence and masculinity and emotional intelligence that you have more to offer than what she first thought. Women put a ton of value on emotional support and trust and stability. Those traits are traditionally considered "beta" in the manosphere, but if you haven't got laid in a year, you need to do whatever it takes. If it takes a bit of wining and dining to get yourself a girlfriend who's going to support you and give you consistent sex, there's absolutely nothing wrong with that. In fact, you might find yourself in a situation where you're pulling girls out of your league because women put so much value in trust. It's definitely in the realm of possibility to be a 6 and pull a 7.5 when you run provider game. She might not feel the raw attraction to you that she would to a top 1% player, but that doesn't matter because you're playing your hand to the best of your ability. And if it's a choice between being sexless or getting a cute girlfriend, I say do what it takes, just as long as you she doesn't expect anything that's going to make you compromise your pride. With that said, after 3 years of working on your SMV and your game, you might find yourself in the top 15% and can give fast speed player game another shot. Skill Level How good you are with women should be a big factor in determining your gameplan. You can be a really good looking guy but not have the experience and confidence to pull off a quick lay, so a medium term gameplan might be your move until you get your weight up. This is more common than you think, I've talked with many good looking guys who weren't getting laid because of social anxiety and lack of confidence. On the other hand, you could only have decent SMV, but be super confident and charming and be able to pull girls quickly and consistently. Confidence and skill are a big part of fast lays and that comes with experience and practice. Quality Of The Girl Maybe three times a year I meet a girl who has girlfriend potential for me – well dressed, baby face, kind heart + that x factor. From 20 years in the game I can tell instantly if I'm going to be able to have strong feelings for the girl I'm talking to or if it's just going to be a bit of fun. When I meet a quality girl I'm going to play that prospect to the fullest. No dick picks, no risky jokes, no aggressive messaging, no aggressive ultra-fast moves. Sure I'll ask her to come home on the first date but I know the answer will usually be no. My gameplan with a high quality girl is 3 date conversion game with the option for 5. I never play specifically for a 5 date conversion, but I'll allow it for a high quality girl, I might even take her to a few nice restaurants before we have sex (something I'd never do for a low to mid quality woman) because a good woman has a ton of value to me and I want to maximize my chances of getting her in my life. Compare that to some DTF breezy off Tinder who I couldn't give a fuck if I close or not and it's not even a question. I can blast aggressive DTF game and be completely outcome independent because there are millions of other options. With a high quality woman, who has the potential to add value, I play smart. Conclusions Understanding the above factors is a crucial part of developing your gameplan, and the more variables you account for the better your gameplan will be. If you're only interested in slow playing provider game with quality women, that's all good. But for most guys, you'll need to be able to adapt to the situation as it presents itself. You might run ultra-fast, aggressive tinder game, but also be slow playing girls in your social circle. Or you might be a seasoned player who finds himself in a small city and now has to play slow, low profile social circle game to get the few quality women in that town. Whatever the move is, being adaptable is key to getting the results you want. So that every time you message or talk to a girl you know exactly what to say and how to execute your gameplan. In part 3 of this series I'll show you exactly how do that.