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Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm
- Free full breakfast and free WiFi
- Collect nights
Kurfürst am Kurfürstendammfrom €46
- Single Room
- Standard Double Room
- Triple Room
- Quadruple Room
- Economy Single Room
- Economy Double Room
- Comfort Double Room
- Comfort Single Room
- Double Room (with privat external bathroom)
What's around Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm
- In Charlottenburg-Wilmersdorf
- Kurfürstendamm - 1 min walk
- Berlin Zoological Garden - 19 min walk
- Messe Berlin - 44 min walk
- Theatre of the West - 12 min walk
- Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church - 15 min walk
- Europa Center - 17 min walk
- Department Store of the West - 21 min walk
Getting around
- Berlin (TXL-Tegel) - 15 min drive
- Berlin (SXF-Schoenefeld) - 24 min drive
- Berlin Zoological Garten Station - 16 min walk
- Berlin-Charlottenburg Station - 18 min walk
- Berlin Südkreuz Station - 13 min drive
- Savignyplatz S-Bahn - 6 min walk
- Uhlandstrasse U-Bahn - 6 min walk
- Kurfurstendamm U-Bahn - 11 min walk
At a glance
Key facts
- 36 rooms
- Arranged over 4 floors
Check-in and check-out
- Check-in time 2 PM-11:00 PM
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Express check-in/out
Required at check-in
- Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID required
- Minimum check-in age is 18
Travelling with others
- Children stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
- Pets allowed (dogs and cats only) *
- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi and wired Internet access in rooms
- No parking
Payment types at the property
- Cash
Other information
- Smoke-free property
At the property
- Free full breakfast daily
- Bicycle rentals nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Meeting rooms
- Conference space size (feet) - 452
- Conference space size (meters) - 42
- Computer station
- 24-hour front desk
- Concierge services
- Tours/ticket assistance
- Free newspapers in lobby
- Luggage storage
- Multilingual staff
- Number of buildings/towers - 1
- Year Built - 1903
- Elevator
- Safe-deposit box at front desk
- English
- German
- Russian
In the room
- Minibar
- Iron/ironing board (on request)
- Hypo-allergenic bedding available
- Pillow menu
- Blackout drapes/curtains
- Yard
- Individually furnished
- Private bathroom
- Shower only
- Hair dryer
- 26-inch flat-screen TV
- Cable TV channels
- Desk
- Free newspaper
- Free WiFi
- Phone
- Refrigerator
- Daily housekeeping
- In-room safe
Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm's small print
Also known as
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm
- Kurfurst Am Kurfurstendamm
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Berlin
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Pension
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Pension Berlin
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst Berlin
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst Hotel
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst Hotel Berlin
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst Motel Berlin
- Hotel-Pension Kurfürst Motel
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Motel Berlin
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Motel
- Kurfürst am Kurfürstendamm Berlin
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
Mandatory fees
You'll be asked to pay the following charges at check-in or check-out:
- A city tax is imposed by the city of Berlin. Business travelers with proof of business-related travel are exempt from this tax. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- A 5 percent city/local tax will be charged
Optional extras
Rollaway beds are available for an additional charge
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of EUR 20 per pet, per stay
We have included all charges provided to us by this property. However, charges can vary, for example, based on length of stay or the unit you book.
Recent reviews
Good 7.8 From 321 reviews
Hotel was very clean and in a great location .Staff were very friendly and helpful .Shops ,restraunts,bars very close .Brandenberg gate,checkpoint charlie,zoo etc all within easy reach by bus or train in fact we walked them took about 1hour.so all in all a nice hotel in a great location at a very reasonable price.Wouldnt put anybody staying at the kurfurst hotel
Liked this hotel and would stay again only problem was that it was 30 degrees and no air conditioning so a little uncomfortable in the room. They did put a small portable unit in the room that helped a little. Good breakfast. Landed at Tegel. on bus 109 route dropped us within 50 metres of hotel. Excellent location for visiting centre near U and S Bahn stations convenient for Waldbuhne.
Rooms not too bad, staff at reception very good, breakfast was very poor and mostly processed meat and cheese on offer.
Lovely staff. Tiny elevator not accessible to 5th floor. Breakfast just ok. Great location. Good value.
It's what you should expect from a 3 star hotel at this price. The hotel is old and could do with a lick of paint but generally clean and tidy. Breakfast is fairly standard but adequate. The staff at reception were helpful and pleasant. The location however is very good for exploring with plenty of local busses and a nearby ubahn station.
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Here at Abilene Air-Tech Inc we know that having a comfortable home is one of your highest priorities. And we take pride in the fact that our heating and cooling products are the best in the industry at providing that comfort along with the energy efficiency you've come to expect. Whether you have an HVAC emergency that needs the touch of an experienced technician right away or you want to schedule some routine maintenance as the seasons change, you've come to the right place.
Unfortunately, cooling systems can falter in the middle of summer. Sometimes, a furnace malfunctions during the worst week of a cold winter. When one of these emergencies occurs, you can't wait around forever for someone to show up and hopefully be able to fix it. When one of your furnace or air conditioning units suffers a malfunction of this magnitude, you need it taken care of as soon as possible.
That doesn't mean you ought to wait until there's a major problem. In fact, if you can't remember the last time you had your furnace and air conditioner serviced, it's likely past due. Routine maintenance for your home comfort systems makes sure that everything is fully operational and as efficient as possible. If there are any potential issues to deal with, our friendly and experienced HVAC experts will let you know what your options are.
Our service technicians are really what set us apart. We have been doing business in the Coleman area for years and our previous customers agree: Abilene Air-Tech Inc's technicians are fast, friendly, and experienced. They help you understand your options and let you make the decision rather than acting first and asking questions later. When you couple that with the fact that our home comfort systems represent the best in energy efficiency, keeping your energy bills low, what else do you have to consider?
When it comes to replacing or scheduling maintenance for your furnace or air conditioner, the choice for Coleman homeowners should be clear. The experts at Abilene Air-Tech Inc are dependable, experienced, and they will help you make the best selection for your family and your home. Ready to schedule an appointment? Give us a call at 325-200-4667 today.

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The young fraternity man who coaxed Jillian Coleman upstairs that night is only a blur in her memory. Now she lives with the unrelenting guilt that she aborted her baby. God might forgive her, but she can't forgive herself. As Bellewood's premier gynecologist, she hopes to open the Jeremiah House to offer teen girls an abortion alternative. Though the handsome and successful Dr. Jett Camp wants to marry Jillian, he believes her plan is a waste of her skills.
Riley Mathis spent ten years in jail for dealing drugs. Now as a Christian, he's trying to put his life back together. Working as a janitor at night, he attends college by day. When he meets Dr. Coleman, he recognizes her from the sapphire necklace she wore the night he stole something precious from her. When she confesses the choice she made to abort her baby, Riley can't tell her he's the father of her child.


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Now's the time of year when kids are begging to go to the pool...and someone's come up with a creative way to bring pools to surprising locations, like strip malls - make swimming pools out of Dumpsters!
And here's a sweet deal - anyone who's done a day of playground building would qualify, methinks! "Some 50 hotels across the United States are giving away a free night to guests who can prove that they completed at least eight hours of community service between July 1 and Dec. 20."
Mike Lanza, who runs www.playborhood.com, was just profiled in this fantastic article in the San Francisco Chronicle.
Stuart Brown, pioneer researcher on play, was interviewed on American Public Media's "Speaking of Faith" on July 2. You can also check out his talk from the TED conference this past May.
Here's a handy list of 100+ Top Play Resources. Hey, we made the list - cool!
A recent article in Newsweek extols the virtues of free play. YES! Joan Almon, who provided a guest post for us awhile ago, is featured.
KaBOOM! playground builds
North Delridge (Seattle) is looking for additional resources for their upcoming build with KaBOOM! and the Bank of America Foundation.
Here's a nice article about our build with MetLife in Providence, R.I.
Volunteers are needed for Antawn Jamison's playground build in Charlotte.
A Design Day in Raleigh, N.C. was featured in the local newspaper.
Play Days
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Forgiveness is a strange concept to many of us. It's straightforward, yet can be very difficult at times. Forgiving others is hard enough, but often we find it impossible to forgive ourselves. Whether it's out of insecurity or a need to receive the pity of others, we hold things over our own heads, sometimes for years and years. Forgiving ourselves, however, is a commandment.
In the Doctrine and Covenenants, the Lord commanded,
I, the Lord, will forgive whom I will forgive, but of you it is required to forgive all men. (Doctrine and Covenants 64:10)
"All men" means exactly that, all men. This includes ourselves. The Lord has also said that if we are not willing to forgive, He will not forgive us. The same applies to forgiving ourselves. We are commanded to do it, and we must do it if we expect forgiveness from the Lord.
If you truly feel like you have not been forgiven, go to your Heavenly Father in prayer. Ask for forgiveness and for a confirmation of it from the Spirit. When we are forgiven, Satan does not want us to recognize it. He would rather have us feel miserable and incapable of doing good. A lot of the time, when we have done something wrong we convince ourselves that that means we cannot do any more good, that we cannot help someone. This is not true, but when Satan gets us to think that way, he hinders us from doing the good that we are capable of doing.
This is partially why refusing to forgive oneself is such a grievous thing to the Lord. We use it to excuse ourselves from the Lord's work. We use it as an excuse to be idle, lazy, or apathetic. This is not the Lord's way. The Lord's way is to forgive ourselves, or others, and move on, doing good to others.
In the most recent General Conference for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles advised,
It is never too late so long as the Master of the vineyard says there is time. Please listen to the prompting of the Holy Spirit telling you right now, this very moment, that you should accept the atoning gift of the Lord Jesus Christ and enjoy the fellowship of His labor. Don't delay. It's getting late.
Refusing to forgive ourselves is denying the healing power of Jesus Christ's atonement. I echo Elder Holland's counsel, to you and myself, to not procastinate the fellowship of the Lord's labor. He has work for us to do, and if we are carrying unncecessary weight upon our shoulders, we need to remove it and give it to Him. Let Him take your burdens so you can work to your fullest.


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Preparing for the worst is something all South Africans should do, but affordable personal life cover is absolutely essential for single mothers. An untimely death can be devastating at the best of times for anyone, but when a single parent dies it becomes unimaginably traumatic for those left behind. It's essential that parents think about the future of their children and consider what would happen to their children should they become orphaned.
The issue of guardianship is something that all parents have to go through, and so it is absolutely essential that children have a chosen and legal guardian in place in the event of their parents' untimely deaths. For children with only one parent this is even more important. Guardians will not only look after your children financially and physically, but they'll offer them the parental support that is needed through their childhood and developmental stages.
Once you've chosen a guardian for your child, it's vital that you find a personal insurance plan. Personal cover is an investment that will pay out in the event of your death, and although you won't ever be able to enjoy the monetary payout which it will bring, it will be hugely welcomed by the loved ones who you leave behind. These funds will most likely be kept in a trust for your children or will be used by the guardian to provide for your children, depending on your wishes stated in your will.
When paid out, personal cover will become useful to providing opportunities for your children. While the customer will have to pay the insurance provider every month, the sum of money which will be paid out to their next-of-kin will be more than they would have been able to provide in person. While the monetary value of the payout will never be able to replace a loved one, it'll offer comfort in a time of grief. Personal insurance is often spent on furthering an education, purchasing a family home, buying a needed car or purchasing needed day-to-day necessities.
This being said, personal insurance can be incredibly expensive. While it's something all South Africans require and should have, there are over forty million South Africans without it. Simply put, it's unaffordable and often offers different premiums to their customers based on their living circumstances, work environment and the safety of their neighbourhood. This is not a viable solution as the majority of South Africans live in underdeveloped communities and are low-income earners.
Prime Meridian Direct (PMD) has recognised this gap in the South African insurance industry and has designed an insurance product which is accessible and cheap. Personal cover from the Prime Living Legacy Plan will cost you just R2 a day. Everyone qualifies and no medical tests or questionnaires are required. Also, understanding that many South Africans are confused by the 'insurance speech' which is used by agents in pamphlets and on websites, Prime Meridian Direct has simplified their plans that can be easily understood by the common man.
If you're a single mom, getting a Personal Insurance plan is highly recommended. Not only will you be able to look after your children financially should you suffer an untimely death, but you'll offer them a form of comfort while they grieve your loss. You'll show them that you cared for them by preparing for their futures.
You can now have peace of mind that your insurance provider will offer you the best and most affordable plan for your needs.
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I know that honor and prestige have been awarded to people all across the country for having the best chili.
And I know that chili is traditionally made with ground beef and kidney beans… and that this slow cooker white chicken chili doesn't have ground beef or kidney beans… and doesn't even remotely look close to a traditional bowl of chili.
But let me tell you this: this white chicken chili is hands down the BEST chili I've ever had IN MY ENTIRE LIFE and it will beat the pants off of that other kind of chili any day of the week.
That's a lot of smack talk about chili, especially coming from someone who has never entered a chili cook off LET ALONE ever been to one.
But I do know this: when you go to bed and wake up dreaming of a chili you made for dinner one night, you know you've got something worth sharing.
This recipe has been evolving in my head over time. The first version was from Bread and Wine and a far cry from what you see here, but it was still a delicious basic chili recipe calling for 4 ingredients: white beans, chicken stock, diced chicken and salsa.
Version #2 was for a friend of mine after she had baby #3 and all I did was add onions and garlic. Definitely nothing fancy, but I knew we were headed in the right direction when she asked me for the recipe.
Things got a bit glamorous with version #3, where I added corn, contemplated diced green chilies and modified the whole thing to work for a slow cooker.
That version was really, really good, and I didn't think I could top it. Shoot, I didn't think I needed to! But Mr. Crumbs suggested adding more vegetables.
And when your husband – the former picky eater who lived on hot pockets, Coke and Doritos in college – suggests to add more vegetables, you listen!
This idea let to version #4 which now sits before your eyes and will forever be labeled in my book as the best chili on the planet.
Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili
So what exactly makes this chili so good? Let's talk about it…
All good chilis must have beans in my book, and this recipe uses great northern beans. You could use any white bean, but I already buy these for my Northern Beans and Ham Soup and I like the mild, smooth flavor.
Half the beans are whole, the other half are pureed (or squished really good if you're like me and don't have a kitchen appliance that will puree). The pureed/squished beans provide that thicker sauce so it will stand up against tortilla chips for scooping.
You don't have to puree/squish half the beans if you don't want to, but you'll end up with more of a soup instead.
Squish the beans. You won't regret it.
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Salsa Verde (green salsa) and Diced Green Chilis
Diced green chilis first made their appearance in version #2, but I thought the chili still needed some oomph. Some kick that I couldn't quite place my finger on other than adding salsa verde. So I did, and it was amazing.
If you can't find salsa verde locally, you can make your own. You can also add additional spices with the diced green chilis – maybe some cumin with oregano and cilantro or a hefty dose of taco seasoning. I didn't try that method, so proceed at your own risk and let us know in the comments if you come up with something amazing.
Cream Cheese
I'm sure I'm breaking some sort of rule in the chili cook-off rule book by adding cream cheese to this white chicken chili, but it's a game changer and what puts it over the top in my book. It makes the thicker sauce just SO creamy!
And before you think chili shouldn't be creamy, make this recipe. It'll change your mind forever.
Chips and Sour Cream and Cheese and Avocado and Cilantro
These ingredients are optional, unless you too are addicted to tortilla chips and in that case, it's a must.
And if you're using tortilla chips to bribe your kids to eat beans too, your secret is safe with me.
- 3 cups cooked great northern beans, divided (how to cook and de-gas beans from scratch)
- ½ onion, finely diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1-2 cups homemade chicken stock
- 1 cup salsa verde
- 1 4oz can diced green chilis
- 1 tsp cumin
- ½ tsp oregano
- ¼ tsp crushed red pepper (optional)
- 8 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1-2 carrots, diced (about 1 cup)
- 1 celery rib, diced (about ½ cup)
- 1 zucchini, diced (about 1 cup)
- 2 cups frozen corn
- 2 cups cooked shredded chicken* (we used leftovers from a whole roasted chicken)
- tortilla chips (optional, for serving)
- sour cream (optional, for serving)
- cheddar cheese, shredded (optional, for serving)
- avocado, diced (optional, for serving)
- cilantro, chopped (optional, for serving)
- lime, cut into wedges (optional, for serving)
- Measure 1½ cups cooked beans into the slow cooker and mash until they mostly resemble a puree. You can use a blender or a food processor to do this if you'd like.
- Add onions, garlic, 1 cup of chicken stock and salsa verde and stir well.
- Add all the remaining ingredients except chicken.
- Note: Add the crushed red pepper at this time if you're using. I'd suggest omitting if your family is sensitive to spicy foods, as the chilies and salsa provide enough kick on their own.
- Cook chili on low for 4-6 hours, stirring occasionally and adding chicken about 1 hour before serving to warm through.
- If the chili is too thick for your liking, add up to 1 cup of chicken stock. Note that the chili will thicken as it cools and will be noticeably thicker the next day.
- Serve with optional tortilla chips, sour cream, shredded cheese, diced avocado and chopped cilantro as desired.
Note: Even though this is a slow cooker recipe, you can make it in your Instant Pot with these simple tips!
Cost Breakdown
- beans: $1.00
- onion: $0.13
- garlic: $0.30
- chicken stock: FREE
- salsa verde: $1.00
- diced green chilies: $0.50
- spices: $0.07
- cream cheese: $1.00
- carrots: $0.20
- celery: $0.10
- zucchini: $0.50
- corn: $1.00
- chicken: $1.66
Total Cost for Slow Cooker White Chicken Chili is $7.46.


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This is another problem with self-publishing. If you don't value your work then no one else does, and it spills over to authors who are trying to make a living from writing. Free books hurt everyone.
This happened to an author of my acquaintance. She got an email from a "fan" and the gist of it was this:
Dear Ms. Author.
I really like your books. I think they are well-written and I enjoyed reading them. (So far, so good, right? Hang on.) However, I have returned them all because you priced them at $0.99 to $2.99, and that is too much to pay for them. I can't afford to pay that much for a book, even though I liked it. In the future, can you make sure you make all your books free so I don't have to return them?
And, when the author in question blocked this "fan" (and it seems, reported her as an abuser of the return system on ebooks), she sent another email chastising the author for blocking her and forcing her to open a second account (presumably to harass the…
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Harris expands online
Coles Myer subsidiary Harris Technology will integrate the software of ASX-listed developer Multiemedia to offer its customers an online Web development/e-commerce solution. Multiemedia's Web site construction tool (ZoneBuilder) has been incorporated into the new service, named Harris Web Builder, which will provide users with a one-stop shop for do-it-yourself Web development. Available through the Harris Technology Web site, the new service will allow small and medium businesses that buy their IT goods from Harris to also contract the reseller to build Web sites.
Jim's Web engine
Former Siltek manager Hugh Evans is keeping himself very busy at his new venture, Happen Business. The vendor has announced a new software product specifically designed for resellers, named "Jim2 Web Engine". The Jim2 series of products are all based on Microsoft SQL server technology, and allow resellers to manage their supply and customer relationships both on and offline. The new "Web engine" product helps resellers build a fully functional online store.
IBM gaining on BEA
IBM recorded far more new licence revenue growth than any other application server software vendor last year, but BEA Systems continues to lead the market, according to Gartner Dataquest. IBM outpaced the market with 71 per cent new licence revenue growth, giving it a 31 per cent share of the market, up from 22 per cent in 2000. Rival BEA Systems increased its market share by 1 per cent to 34 per cent in 2001 with revenue growing 2 per cent. A recent report from IDC concluded that the application server software market will peak in 2003, yielding a compound annual growth rate of 50.1 per cent from 2001 to 2006. But the analysts warn the good times won't roll on forever - the core product is fast becoming a commodity item, with open-source suppliers and even major vendors such as HP offering it free to encourage the growth of Web services.


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The devotion begins with exposition of the Blessed Sacrament. A priest or deacon removes the sacred host from the tabernacle and places it on the altar for adoration. The purpose of adoration is to highlight the presence of Our Lord in the Eucharist. When a consecrated host is placed in the monstrance, it is said to be a solemn exposition.


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Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS)
Attacks on industrial systems are on the increase. Traditional security through air gaps and security by obscurity is no longer enough to protect industrial environments from cyber threats therefore, choosing the right advisor and technology partner to secure your systems has become most important. Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) is a portfolio of technologies and services that offers specialized protection for Industrial Control Systems by securing every industrial layer without impacting the industrial processes.
04 April 2018: Being pioneers of introducing Information Security in Pakistan in 2002, TISS once again took the lead for the first time to introduce and launch Industrial Cybersecurity in Pakistan, at our Head office @ AWT Plaza, Rawalpindi. With the rapid increase in cyber-attacks on Industrial Control Systems, we invited Kaspersky Lab's subject matter experts to address this critical threat and guide the industrial customers of Pakistan on how to achieve effective security from cyber threats at all ICS layers through the award-winning Kaspersky Industrial CyberSecurity (KICS) Solution.
05 April 2018: Following the overwhelming response and demands of our industrial customers, we launched the award winning KICS @ Avari Hotel, Karachi. During the event, the Kaspersky Lab subject matter experts advised the customers on how to secure every single industrial control system's layer without impacting the operational continuity or consistency of the technological process.


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About the LectureAt its mid-century mark, ASEAN finds itself in need of a dose of fresh ideas to rejuvenate the regional project and its economic rationale for regional stability. ASEAN's trajectory inevitably finds an overlap with that of one of its founding members and a key proponent of regional responses to global challenges: Indonesia. Indonesia is – and has always been – a key node in ASEAN's axis. But Indonesia's commitment to, and efforts for, its ASEAN priorities has not lingered in discussions within or outside the country in recent years. This ASEAN Lecture will hear a perspective on some of Indonesia's core rationale for its ASEAN engagement and on how Indonesia has responded to, and promoted changes in ASEAN, and worked within ASEAN to respond to regional and global changes.
About the SpeakerDr Raden Mohammad Marty Muliana Natalegawa, former Foreign Minister of the Republic of Indonesia, is currently an Asia Society Policy Institute Distinguished Fellow. Dr Natalegawa's distinguished career in foreign affairs spans various appointments at home and abroad since 1986, including Director-General for ASEAN Cooperation, Chief of Staff of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Spokesperson of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Permanent Representative of the Republic of Indonesia to the United Nations in New York, and Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia to the Court of St. James and to Ireland. Dr Natalegawa earned his Doctor of Philosophy from The Australian National University, a Master of Philosophy from Corpus Christi College, University of Cambridge, and a Bachelor of Science (Hons) from the London School of Economics and Political Science. Foreign Policy has included Dr Natalegawa among its 2013 list of 500 most influential individuals.
About the Lecture
The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) has gained significant attention as a pathway for pan-Asian economic integration, especially in light of the uncertainties facing the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). RCEP was initiated by ASEAN in late 2011 to bring together ASEAN member states and six of their Dialogue Partners – Australia, China, India, Japan, New Zealand and South Korea – in a collaborative framework towards a comprehensive and mutually beneficial economic partnership agreement that is both WTO-consistent and transparent. RCEP also aspires to improve on the existing ASEAN+1 Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) while covering regular trade issues of goods, services, investment, intellectual property, competition policy, technical cooperation and dispute settlement mechanisms. The guiding principles of RCEP, as endorsed in 2012, take into consideration the different levels of development among the members, which raises concerns over the quality of the agreement when completed. Although negotiations were launched in May 2013, little of the discussions has found its way into the public domain. This lecture will discuss the progress and challenges in RCEP negotiations thus far, as well as providing some insights on the depth and expanse of the agreement and the anticipated date of concluding the negotiations.
About the Speaker
Mr. Iman Pambagyo is Director-General for International Trade Negotiations at the Ministry of Trade, Republic of Indonesia. He has been Chairman of the Trade Negotiating Committee of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) since 2012 and Chief Negotiator for the Indonesia-EU Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement since 2016. Prior to his appointment as Director-General, Mr Pambagyo was Special Staff to Minister on Priority Global Trade Policy, and served as Indonesian Ambassador to WTO from 2014 to 2015. Having worked on trade diplomacy and negotiations area, Mr Pambagyo was the ASEAN Senior Economic Officials Meeting (SEOM) Leader for Indonesia from 2007 to 2014 and Indonesia's Chief Negotiator and Trade Representative at various bilateral and multilateral negotiations. Mr Pambagyo studied International Relations at University of Gadjah Mada, Jogjakarta and earned his Masters degree in International Politics from McMaster University, Ontario, Canada.
To register, please complete the attached registration form and e-mail it to email@example.com by 21 March 2017.
About the Lecture
The Philippines will officially assume the ASEAN Chairmanship on 1 January 2017. In that year, ASEAN will also celebrate its 50th anniversary – a milestone event reflecting its successes and achievements in the past five decades as well as to prepare itself for the new challenges ahead in the region. While the Philippines is fully committed to realizing a rules-based, people-oriented, people-centered ASEAN community, it intends to introduce important initiatives that will significantly advance ASEAN community-building, promote inclusive and innovation-led growth; highlight ASEAN's resilience; advance maritime security and cooperation; contribute to regional peace, security and stability; and showcase ASEAN as a model of regionalism and a global player.
About the Speaker
His Excellency Enrique A. Manalo is Undersecretary for Policy at the Department of Foreign Affairs, Republic of the Philippines. In this capacity, he will be the Philippines' ASEAN SOM Leader as the country chairs ASEAN in 2017. Mr. Manalo is a distinguished career diplomat, having served in the Philippines' missions in Geneva, New York, Brussels, and London. Prior to his appointment as Undersecretary, Mr. Manalo was the ambassador to the United Kingdom from 2011 to 2016. He was the Philippines' Sherpa for the 2010 Nuclear Security Summit, and co-led negotiations with the EU for the Philippines-EU Partnership Cooperation Agreement. This will be the second time Mr. Manalo serves as the Philippines' ASEAN SOM Leader, having previously done so the last time the Philippines chaired ASEAN in 2007. Mr. Manalo earned his BA and MA degrees in Economics from the University of the Philippines.
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The ASEAN Community was inaugurated on 31 December 2015, marking a major milestone in the regional organisation's history. Understandably so, it was the economic component of the Community that garnered the most attention. In fact, expectations were high in the run-up to the historic proclamation. The ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) still have a long way to go toward achieving its goals of "free movement of goods, services, investment, skilled labour, and freer flow of capital." While tariffs have been lowered, and in a range of products, removed entirely, AEC continues to grapple with issues such as simplifying customs procedure, harmonising standards, poor connectivity and narrowing the development gap. ASEAN has also been criticised with its top-down approach and limited consultation with the private sector and stakeholders. This seminar will examine existing ASEAN mechanisms for government-private engagement and consultation. It will also discuss the experiences of European multinationals in doing business in the region and analyse their engagement strategies with the public sector.
Chris Humphrey is the Executive Director of the EU-ASEAN Business Council. A business development and government relations professional with more than a decade of experience running business units throughout Asia, Chris began his varied professional career as a UK Civil Servant where he was Private Secretary to a Minister and an Air Services Trade Negotiator covering the Asia Pacific Region. Chris then moved to the private sector, working initially in the government and external relations teams at two British airlines before moving to Shanghai, China with Virgin Atlantic, where he headed up the airline's China operation and oversaw the rapid expansion of their business in China. After a short spell in Hong Kong with Virgin, Chris then joined a UK-based security and defence group where he led their Asia-Pacific team for over five years and was instrumental in them getting contracts with the Japanese and Singapore Governments and also with SOEs in China.
Alexander C. Chandra is an Associate Fellow at the Habibie Centre, Jakarta (ASEAN Studies Program). Prior to joining the Habibie Centre, Alex was the Executive Director of the ASEAN Business Advisory Council (A-BAC), an official private sector body of ASEAN. Chandra has obtained his PhD in Southeast Asian Studies, with a specialisation in political economy of ASEAN integration, from the University of Hull, UK, in 2004. His key interests are the political economy of Southeast and East Asian regionalism, international trade, democratic governance and the role of civil-society in policy-making.
Sanchita Basu Das is ISEAS Fellow and Lead Researcher (Economics) at the ASEAN Studies Centre, ISEAS-Yusof Ishak Institute (ISEAS). She also serves as the Coordinator for the Singapore APEC Study Centre and Co-Editor of the Journal of Southeast Asian Economies. Prior to joining ISEAS in 2005, she was an economist in the private sector involved in infrastructure consulting, manufacturing and banking. Sanchita holds an MBA from the National University of Singapore, and an MA from the Delhi School of Economics, India. She is currently pursuing her doctorate in International Political Economy at the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore. She has authored and edited numerous books and book chapters, policy papers and opinion articles. Her research interests include - economic regionalism in ASEAN and the Asia-Pacific Region; international trade; and economic development issues like connectivity.
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The recently-concluded 27th ASEAN Summit witnessed the signing of the Kuala Lumpur Declaration on the establishment of the ASEAN Community. In addition to agreeing to declare the establishment of the ASEAN Community on 31 December 2015, the member states also affirmed their commitment to implement the ASEAN 2025 Agenda. The member states also saw Malaysia passing on the ASEAN chairmanship baton to Lao PDR at the summit. While Laos is gearing up to welcome an exciting year of summits and high level meetings, there are doubts on whether the momentum towards building a more cohesive and integrated ASEAN, accumulated over the past decades, will continue in this next phase of community building. Questions have arisen, among others, as to ASEAN's continued ability to manage internal conflicts as well as the regional balance of power, the feasibility of the ASEAN Economic Community, and the ever-elusive common ASEAN identity.
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China shares an extensive and complex relationship with Southeast Asia. It is the region's largest trade partner and is one of ASEAN's key Dialogue Partners. While the foundation of ASEAN-China relations remains strong, it is not immune to occasional trials and tribulations. Questions arising from China's phenomenal rise are compounded by the uncertainty surrounding the trajectory and approach of the region's largest economy toward ASEAN. Together, these questions form a blemish in an otherwise fruitful and mutually beneficial relationship, and inadvertently sow the seeds of misunderstanding. Nevertheless, there is a consensus that ASEAN-China relations look set to expand in both depth and scope with the development of new areas of cooperation. New initiatives such as the "One Belt and One Road," the proposed Treaty of Good Neighbourliness, Friendship and Cooperation, and efforts to upgrade the ASEAN-China FTA, will all provide new impetuses to drive the relationship forward. Will these initiatives succeed in quelling suspicions about China strategic intentions? How does the looming conflict in the South China Sea factor in China's approach to ASEAN? This lecture will clarify China's strategic interests and priorities in Southeast Asia, and feature expert insights on the Chinese government's initiatives to further promote the vibrant bilateral ties between China and the region.
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The Creta anniversary edition is expected to feature several cosmetic changes including a black painted roof and pillars, and grey and red stripes on the side. Reports suggest that on the inside, Creta may get a new colour for the seats. No changes in the mechanics of the car are on the cards and the anniversary edition, in all likelyhood, come in the SX or the SX(O) trim.
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West is a small town coming to terms with a huge disaster.
Immediate efforts are concentrating on rescue. The local football field has been turned into an emergency triage centre.
Even though the consequences of the disaster are constantly unfolding, people in West are beginning talk about what's happened.
"I went running outside, looked up, saw the cloud of smoke, said to everybody 'we gotta go'," one man told reporters, "we ended up getting over to the retirement home, when we got to the retirement home it was completely chaotic."
"Pretty gruesome," said a young man in a baseball cap, "there were some people that were in pretty critical danger and there some people who needed to be taken care of, I was helping senior citizens get out of their nursing home."
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Actor David Harbour, who plays Chief Jim Hopper on the Netflix series Stranger Things, recently opened up about his experience with mental illness in the hope of helping others who may be struggling. The topic, which Harbour says he's "never truly spoken about publicly," came up on comedian Marc Maron's WTF podcast this week.
Last year, Harbour revealed in an interview with his alma mater Dartmouth that he started drinking as a teenager and continued into college. "I actually was in this Catholicism thing … and I was sober for like a year and a half, I was 25, and I actually did have a manic episode and I was diagnosed as bipolar," Harbour told Maron, according to People. "I really had like, a bit of a break where I thought I was in connection to some sort of God that I wasn't really in connection to."
Harbour went on to share that his parents placed him in a psychiatric hospital. "I have one thing to say about the mental asylum ... Really, really not as fun as you think it is," he said of his time there. "You do have a romantic idea of it … and it just ends up being sad and smells like s—."
The actor also shared his experience taking medication for his condition, explaining, "I've been medicated bipolar for a long time. And I've had problems going on and off. I've had a struggle, going on and off the medications."
He added that his mental illness has consistently been connected with spirituality, which has affected his coping methods. "Generally, people are like, 'I need to meditate more' or 'I need to get into yoga.' And I need to like, eat a cheeseburger and just like, smoke cigarettes and hang out," he said. "Because like the minute I get close to that — what I consider a flame — of like 'the answers' and the mysticism … it's like I'm out of my mind."
"If someone you love still suffers shame about a diagnosis, or a fellow parent worries that their bipolar kid won't be able to make it, our @WTFpod could soothe," Harbour wrote of his interview on Twitter.
The actor clearly cares about his fans. Earlier this year, he posed with a high schooler for her senior photos, and later agreed to officiate a fan's wedding.
Harbour joins fellow Stranger Things star Shannon Purser in speaking candidly about mental illness. Last month, Purser opened up about her struggle with OCD, depression, and anxiety. Other stars who have recently spoken about their mental health include Paramore's Hayley Williams and singer Ariana Grande.
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Yay, some nicely coherent content.
Finally something decent from Ginx!
So perhaps they do have some good stuff up their sleeves.
I like how the first two comments express my exact view of this video: finally not terrible.
But yeah, beaten to the punch.
Not a bad video, GINX.
Not bad, the narrator was charming instead of cloying, unlike the blond anchor from the previous vid.
However I'm still withholding judgment because, well, it's Saints Row the Third. You can pretty much put any soundtrack to any of the dozens of hours of stupid things you can do in the game and it will be entertaining because that game is entertaining.
The real trick is taking a game not intended to be taken primarily for comedic effect and making it funny. It remains to be seen if the Ginx people can do that.
It's not bad, but not great, and it really hurts that Achievement Hunter just started it's far more hilarious "Things to Do" series starring Saints Row the Third. Then again, one can't expect you to know all the internet, and it's decent enough that I'd be willing to come back next week to see if you can take it in a new direction.


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Wormed all the adult dogs yesterday, we worm all adult dogs every 3 months. Have used Cestem for the first time, as normally use Drontal, but sourced this from Vet Medic on the internet & asked my vet about it & the price, she looked it up & said it is the same as Drontal & said they could not beat the price & she suggested I should get it from them. Nice to have a vet that is helpful & makes you feel they care about your pets & you. I feel I have a good relationship with my vets surgery & they realise that as a breeder I am trying to do the best for my dogs & they know that they are my pets not just for breeding, so I think this does make them go the extra mile finding out about clinics etc for me, when I am trying to find out about improving the health of my dogs. Your vet should not be looked at as someone who makes you part with your cash, but a valuable member of a team who are going to keep your dog healthy, happy & hopefully around well into old age..
Today did my check of all their Anal glands. Not the best job in the world but one that needs to be done. My Cavaliers due to to them having a good diet & plenty of exercise tend not to suffer to much with their anal glands filling, but they still need to be checked regularily. I check about every 3 months & empty their glands myself, unless you have been shown how to do this it is best left to your vet or if you use a grooming parlour for your dog they will probably be able to do it if asked.
Dogs have two anal glands situated on each side of the anus. The glands contain a strong smelling liquid which is unique to each dog, like a thumb print to a human. It is meant for marking their territory or when frightened & to identify each other with, it is one of the reasons you see dogs greeting each other by smelling each others rears.
The glands if working okay release a little greyish or brown fluid through tiny openings whenever they poo. They then are refilled daily. When the dogs poo is not firm enough then not enough pressure is exerted to empty the gland. When this happens, the fluid will start to accumulate in the glands & eventually they will be overfull & impacted & making the anal area itchy & sore, also you may notice a foul smell around their rear & if they also have been dragging their rear on the floor more frequently after having a poo & licking & biting at their rear, they probably have a problem with their anal glands.
The way to keep problems at a minimum with anal glands is to feed a good quality dog food, not to give to many table scraps that can make their poo loose & keep your pet fit as exercise will keep anal muscles tight to exert enough pressure to empty glands & movement while exercising will help keep their bowels moving so they go toilet regularily which will help empty the glands as well.
As your dog gets to old age exercise may not be so vigourious & muscles will be weaker, so now is when you will have to keep a tight eye on this problem occurring, as this condition can make a dogs life very miserable if allowed to get to a stage were the glands become ulcerated & is such a simple procedure to squeeze & drain them, but if they are not kept checked & are allowed to become very badly ulcerated you could end up with surgery to remove them & a big vet bill.
Took this photo of Smudge a couple nights ago. This is the pup we are keeping of Millie's litter. I think she likes her comfort toys. She is a bit of a character already & is so funny to watch her trying to keep up with the older dogs. Sweet dreams.
Two days ago discovered how to video with my camera, you can see the results on my "Videos" page. Will try & get a bit of footage of all are Cavaliers on there eventually.
Dolly is looking very pregnant & still has 3 weeks to go & I am sure 100% now that Ysabel is pregnant too.
Now Dolly is 6 weeks she is sleeping in the whelping box which hopefully will be were she gives birth & she is now being given food which is Royal Canin Reproduction which is for Mums from 6 weeks into gestation & while lactating.
Madison Leaves Us
And then there were three. Down to three of Millies pups as Madison left yesterday for her new home & recieved phone call last night to say she had travelled well in the car & was happily playing on the floor as her new owner was talking to me. The new owners of Madison have been with this litter from the start, so was actually a bit emotional when they left with Madison, as over the time they have visited & waited to have her we have got to know each other well & I know that Madison is going to have a more than great home & life with them.
Flo leaves on Tuesday & Oliver stays until the 14th August as his new owner has commitments to honour & as we are keeping Smudge it is no hardship to have another pup running along for a bit more. They are all really developing as idividuals now & are into everything.
Trimming Claws & Millie Regurgatating
Have been trimming claws today, really only dew claws need trimming on are dogs as all of them get enough running around to keep the other claws worn down. The dew claw is a little pad with a claw which appears on both front legs on the inside about 2-3cm up from the paw, they can also be found on the inside of the back legs of some dogs still and I have two dogs with dew claws on their back legs which are Millie with a claw on both back legs & Pippa who only has one back leg with a dew claw. These claws need to be checked regularily as they recieve no natural wear & will keep growing & curl back round into the dogs paw causing injury & pain to your dog. They are thought to be the remains of a fifth pad & claw much like are thumb, but through evolution is slowly disappearing due to the fact that it is not really needed, in a lot of working dogs they are removed at birth because they are prone to tearing them of in later life with then the risk of damage & infection to the leg.
Caught Millie with her pups regurgatating again to day. This is a very primeveal instinct which most Mums will do if allowed. It is when the bitch eats & then goes in with their pups when they are from about 6-8 weeks. The pups should have the natural instinct to crowd Mum around her face & lick her mouth around the corners & this will then make the Mum bring up her stomach contents & is the way wolves feed their pups in the wild until old enough to chew & ripe raw meat & bones themselves. Millie though can get a bit to enthusiastic doing this & you have to be careful that she is digesting some of her food as she could then lose weight, so the best thing to do is when you feed the Mum do not let her in with her pups for at least 2 hours by then the food is to far along the digestive system to be regurgatated. Today though is Sunday & most Sundays we have Roast Dinner & today was chicken which after, as we always have two chickens we strip all the soft tissue off & give the dogs a treat which includes Millie. After eating her treat, I saw her jumping in with her pups thinking she's going to give them a little drink, forgetting about her regurgatating to then see her bring up every thing she had just eaten, so the pups also got Roast Chicken today.
Its quite obvious now that Dolly is pregnant & hopefully looks like she is carrying a nice size litter at this stage, 5 weeks & 1 day since first mating. Ysabel is also, I am 95% sure in pups just going to give her a few more days to be 100% sure before shouting it from the roof tops, she is 4 weeks since first mating.
Have given Dolly & Ysabel a clip today as both are quite heavily feathered girls, this clip is along the belly, legs, tail & ears, as I have found out from experience that this is beneficial to Mum & pups. The Mum keeps cleaner & is less likely to get to hot in with her pups & the pups can find her teats easier & you can see they are sucking properly.
Millies 4 pups which are still with me, but are sold & are now coming up to 9 weeks, are now starting to look like little dogs not so tubby puppy looking. Although Smudge, the girl who we are keeping, she is still a tubby little thing & you could say with her that we know which pup eat all the pies.
Naughty Millie & Pupster decided to go of on a jaunt this morning & visit are neighbours who kindly returned them all covered in mud & badger poo. I think they actually look forward to their little visits as they always comment on what lovely dogs they are & the fact that they have not seen them for a while, if they have not been to them for a long time. Mind you they are the bonny type of dog, that I think that you would have to be terribly hard hearted to not have them bring a smile to your face. Millie & Pupster have been banished to the straw barn & will bring them in later to give them a good bath, straw is I find one of the best things for dogs to clean & dry off with.
We have started are perimeter fence & hopefully when finished it will stop the occasional jaunt without me taking place.
Charlie & Teddy leave us
Charlie & Teddy two of Millies pups have gone to their new homes today & although we have four pups still left, it already seems a bit quiet & we have definately have noticed their leaving. Best wishes to their new owners who they will surely bring lots of love & fun into their homes.
All pups had vaccinations, were microchipped & vet checked today. All of them are fit & well & really seemed to enjoy their trip in the car.
Update on Bobby are young Tricoloured boy who we hope to be a stud dog in the future, he has settled in really well, but was a bit out of sorts for a day or two with the passing away of Smidge who had taken him truly under his wing & where ever Smidge was Bobby was not far behind, now it seems that rather than gravitating towards Pupster who has taken on the top male role he has gravitated to Millie who seems happy to tolerate his puppy ways & occassionally chastising him if he gets a bit to rough. Millie is to now totally back to her old ways again eight weeks after having her pups & is of chasing the local wildlife at a drop of a hat, so have to be careful that she does not sneak of with Bobby who is a little to young for one of Millies hunting trips.
Millies pups last night all together
Millies pups last night all together.
Well it only seems the other day Millie had her pups & now I have just taken my last picture of them all together, as tomorrow they have first vaccination & are microchipped, then in the afternoon Teddy & Charlie go to their new homes. Have packed their little bags of goodies to help them settle into their new homes & will now put them to bed as a very big day for them tomorrow.
Slowly getting used to not seeing Smidge around the place, luckily I have had Millies Pups to keep me busy & what a bunch of six confident & happy pups they are & on Monday 12th July they will start to go of to their new homes, the time has just flown by, but we are keeping one of these back ,Smudge as my children have called her & actually chose her to. She will hopefully keep us busy for a day or two house training her & socialising her. She seems a bit of a character & likes her food so hopefully will not be fussy like her Mum.
Tragic accident with Smidge
Have not had a very good couple of days, as on Tuesday the 6th July 2010, I left for Tavistock in the morning to get seven of are dogs eye tested & all the dogs had clear eye certificates, so drove back the road in good spirits. When I reached home I opened the gates to come in & my husband who had been home, opened the back door & my old boy Smidge trundled down to meet me as he has done hundreds of times before & I drove past him slowly like I have done hundreds of times , but to my horror I felt a bump under my back wheel. I stopped & realized I had run my Smidge over & he was dead. This is the only thing that I can be thankful about is the fact that when he was hit he must of broke his back & spinal cord instantly as he was just winding down when I held him, their was nothing in his eyes. This has been devastating for my family & me. I am going over & over, if only but this will not change anything, I must just think that I was so lucky to have had nearly 14 great years with this wonderful friend, who we have laid to rest beside his Grandmother Lucy in our garden. Rest in peace Smidge, it was a privileged to have known you.
St Smidge
Took this photo last night forgot the flash, but thought the plate on the floor which Smidge & his mates had just licked off, looks like Smidge has got a halo, pherhaps he could be patron saint of licking off dinner plates.
"The greatest pleasure of a dog is that you may make a fool of yourself with him, and not only will he not scold you,but he will make a fool of himself, too."
― Samuel Butler
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Rajab (Arabic: رَجَب) is the seventh month of the Islamic calendar. The lexical definition of the classical Arabic verb rajaba is "to respect" which could also mean "be awe or be in fear", of which Rajab is a derivative.
This month is regarded as one of the four sacred months in Islam in which battles are prohibited. The pre-Islamic Arabs also considered warfare blasphemous during the four months.[citation needed]
Muslims believe Rajab is the month in which 'Alī ibn Abī Tālib, the first Imam of Shia Muslims and fourth Caliph of Sunni Muslims, was born.
Rajab is also the month during which Isra' Mi'raj (journey from Mecca to Jerusalem and then to Heaven) of the Islamic prophet, Muhammad, took place.
Rajab and Shaʿbān are a prelude to the holy month of Ramaḍān.
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- Abu Hurairah said that Muhammad said:
There will be an Ayah (sign) in (the month of) Ramadan. Then, there will 'isabah (splitting into groups) in Shawwal. Then, there will be fighting in (the month of) Dhu al-Qi'dah. Then, the pilgrim will be robbed in (the month of) Dhu al-Hijjah. Then, the prohibitions will be violated in (the month of) al-Muharram. Then, there will be sound in (the month of) Safar, then the tribes will conflict with each other in the two months of Rabi' al-awwal & Rabi' al-thani. Then, the most amazing thing will happen between (the months of) Jumada and Rajab. Then, a well-fed she-camel will be better than a fortress (castle) sheltering a thousand (people).[1][not specific enough to verify]
The Islamic calendar is a lunar calendar, and months begin when the first crescent of a new moon is sighted. Since the lunar year is 11 to 12 days shorter than the solar year, Rajab migrates throughout the seasons. The estimated start and end dates for Rajab, based on the Umm al-Qura calendar of Saudi Arabia, are:[2]
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|16 April 2018
|8 March 2019
|5 April 2019
|25 February 2020
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|13 February 2021
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|23 January 2023
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- The Battle of Tabouk took place in Rajab, 9 A.H. (October 630)
- The second Oath of Aqabah took place in Rajab, 12 A.H. (September 633)
- 6 Rajab: Many Sufi followers of the Chishti tariqa (path) celebrate the anniversary of Khawaja Moinuddin Chishti
- 7 Rajab: Twelvers observe the Festival of Imam Musa al-Kazim in dedication of Musā' al-Kādhim. This is so as to avoid missing celebrating the birth of the 7th Imam which took place Safar. In (Rajab), on the 7th day is celebrated the birth of 7th Imam.
- 22 Rajab, Koonday (table cloth dinner) is organized by people friendly towards the Imams of the Ahlul Bayt or Shias among Shias of South Asia. It is an occasion for Shias to discuss Allah and the Ahlul Bayt and to strengthen ties among the community with love and compassion.
- 27 Rajab, Mi'raj, the day Muhammad is believed to have ascended to heaven. It is a national holiday in some Muslim countries.
- 28 Rajab, Husayn ibn 'Alī started his journey to Kufa from Medina.
- 1 Rajab: Muhammad al-Bāqir, Shī'ah Imām
- 5 Rajab: 'Alī al-Naqī, Twelver Imām
- 9 Rajab: 'Alī al-Asghar
- 12 Rajab: Muhammad al-Taqī, ninth Twelver Imām
- 4 Rajab: Khwaja Banda Nawaz
- 13 Rajab: 'Alī ibn Abī Tālib
- 20 Rajab: Sakina bint Hussain
- 3 Rajab: 'Alī al-Naqī, Twelver Imam & Uwais al-Qarni, Companion Of Muhammad
- 6 Rajab: Mu'īnuddīn Chishtī, The founder of Chishti Order of Sufism
- 8 Rajab: Nazim Al-Haqqani, a Turkish Cypriot Sufi Muslim sheykh and spiritual leader of the Naqshbandi tariqa.
- 15 Rajab: Zainab bint Ali
- 18 Rajab: Abraham (according to Shi'a Islam)
- 22 Rajab: Muawiyah I
- 25 Rajab: Musā' al-Kādhim, seventh Twelver Imam
- 26 Rajab: Abu Talib ibn Abdul Muttalib, uncle of Muhammad and father of Ali
The name of Rajab literally designated to the meaning respected, regarded, and admired. It seems that the word is originally a Semitic one. There are different points about the numeration of the days of the month. Some believe that the month is 29 days and others believe that the month is 30 days. There are two important events during the month, namely the birthday of Ali ibn Abi Talib and the Muhammad's first revelation in Shia tradition.[3] Just as the month honored before the appearance of Islam, the dignity of that is regarded by the very religion of Islam. Also during the month referred to the forbidding of war. There are also other names for the Rajab, such as Rajab Al-Morrajjab, Rajab Al-Asab.[4]
For Shia
The Shi'a believe that there are many virtues of the month. According to some narrations, the month belongs to Ali while Shaban is for Muhammad. Musa al-Kadhim (the seventh Imam of the Shia) has narrated that the Rajab is like a river in heaven which is whiter and sweeter than honey.[5]
- ^ Al-Haakim, Naim ibn Hammad, Kitab Al-Fitan
- ^ Umm al-Qura calendar of Saudi Arabia
- ^ Farid Ghasemlou (2014). Rajab.
- ^ Mohsen Moeini (2014). Rajab.
- ^ Mohsen Moeini (2014). Rajab.
External links
- Islamic-Western Calendar Converter (Based on the Arithmetical or Tabular Calendar)
- Monthly Profiles of the Islamic Calendar(Copyright)
- The Night Journey: The Spiritual Significance of Isra and Mi`raj


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There is very little awareness about even common eye problems like cataract, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration, even though these are diseases which affect one's lifestyle remarkably and may even lead to loss of vision.
There are two reasons for this -firstly the symptoms are often vague, and secondly, there is very little correct information which is easily available about them. That is why these debilitating eye diseases sneak up suddenly, leading to irreversible eye sight loss if not diagnosed and managed in time. Also, one myth that needs busting is that: eye problems are always diseases of the elderly. This is a fallacy; glaucoma for example can affect any age group, including newborn, infants, children as well as elderly. That is why a timely diagnosis is of extreme significance when it comes to eye problems.
Thankfully some innovations are helping put a lid on these diseases by catching them in time. Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) has been heralded as the most important diagnostic advance in ophthalmology (branch of medicine that deals with eye and eye diseases) tops the list. In fact, ever since its discovery, it has completely revolutionized the clinical practice of ophthalmology.
What is OCT?
OCT is an FDA-approved portable imaging system that provides real time histologic imaging - that is, it showcases microscopic images of tissues. The system is similar to the omnipresent, ubiquitous ultrasound, but it uses infrared light rather than acoustical waves and, unlike ultrasound, does not require direct contact with tissue. It is a noninvasive imaging technique that provides high-resolution, cross-sectional images of the retina (thin layer of tissue that lines the back of the eye on the inside), retinal nerve fiber layer and the optic nerve head (head of the optic nerve that nerve that transmits visual information from the retina to the brain). Initially described 1991 by Huang et al optical coherence tomography (OCT) with micrometer resolution is particularly suited to ophthalmic applications and other tissue imaging requiring micrometer resolution and millimeter penetration depth.
Unlike retinal angiography, it does not require any dye to be injected into the body and hence is a completely safe procedure for all. Due to its many advantages, it is so popular that today it is the most commonly used ophthalmic diagnostic technology worldwide, with an estimated 30 million OCT imaging procedures performed every year.
This non-invasive imaging test today is useful in diagnosing many retinal conditions like diabetic retinopathy, macular hole, macular pucker, macular edema, age-related macular degeneration, central serous retinopathy, and vitreous traction. It is also useful in the early diagnosis of glaucoma.
With OCT, the ophthalmologist can see each of the retina's distinctive layers and can thus map and measure their thickness. These measurements help with diagnosis and also provide treatment guidance. OCT is often used to evaluate disorders of the optic nerve as well (for example the changes caused by glaucoma).
But as OCT relies on light waves, it cannot be used with conditions that interfere with light passing through the eye like dense cataracts, dense corneal opacity.
Its evolution
The role of OCT has advanced considerably to help diagnose and treat almost all the common causes of blindness, age-related vision loss and diabetes related eye complications.
In fact, advances in OCT technology now allows the specialists to better understand how the disease is developing, progressing and thus help figure out its treatment modalities and procedures far better.
Besides being used extensively for clinical decision making and monitoring of many common diseases, new innovations now also allow for accurate choroidal (the pigmented vascular layer of eyeball between the retina and the sclera) thickness measurements. This has been a very helpful advancement.
It's wide reach
The use of OCT imaging in ophthalmology has increased steadily in recent years, and there is no doubt that advancements in OCT have revolutionized ophthalmic practice over the last decade. Moreover, it's future is extremely promising.
Newer modalities like spectral domain OCT and swept source OCT are now in usage. They give far better depth resolution and information about retinal diseases. The latest modality OCT angiography will soon revolutionize eye care as it will allow us to image blood flow in the retinal tissues without using any dye, unlike convention angiography where fluorescein dye has to be used.


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text: Kayla Coleman's Guide to Capturing Candid Happiness Courtney Hayes April 27, 2015 PHOTO TIPS, PHOTOGRAPHY, POPULAR Kayla Coleman, the professional photographer behind Kayla Coleman Photography, shares her tips on how to capture candid and natural joy when photographing clients, including families, couples, and individuals. After this list, you won't have to ask anybody to say "cheese" ever again. 1. Establish a connection with your client! It is so important to ask questions of a client that you would ask a new friend. Each email or inquiry I receive, I ask them the basics: "What are some of your favorite shows and movies?" or "What would you do on a perfect day?" With couples, I ask what three things they love most about each other and get a list of a few of their favorite songs. via Kayla Coleman Photography 2. Use that connection to plan for photos! In my return email, I first make a comment on each of their answers. For example, comments like "YES!! 'The Office' is my all-time favorite, too!" or "I haven't seen this movie, sounds awesome! I will add it to my list!" let them know I care. After this, I refer back to their "perfect day" and ask if we could create that, or something similar, for their photos. Activities like going to brunch, sleeping in, going on a hike, ballroom dancing, anything that they love to do are great. Along with this, I offer the idea to bring along a playlist of some of their favorite music to play during our session! via Kayla Coleman Photography 3. Schedule something awesome! If they mention a location or activity, start looking for ways to make it happen! This includes contacting a restaurant to ask about shooting there or opt for scheduling for a session at the clients home (my personal favorite). If the client is stumped on where to shoot, a great tool I use to find a perfect location is shothotspot.com. via Kayla Coleman Photography 4. Make it a sweet, memorable day by offering direction! When a person is in their element, they are a million times more likely to relax, smile (the non-fake kind), and laugh in front of the camera. There are very few occasions that I have to ask someone to simply smile for the camera. For couples and families, I love to play little games and direct them to do fun activities to help them forget the camera is even there! Something you can do for a family is ask them who the best singer is and have them sing a song to the rest of the group or you can check with the parents first and see if they'll allow the kids to jump on their bed to strike cool poses! With couples you can ask them to dance, shout, and play games, including the "laughing game" to see who can make the other laugh first or "kissing tag" to get them to run around a bit. via Kayla Coleman Photography 5. Thank them for being awesome and keep in touch! This one is the easy part. Be sure to ALWAYS thank your client for giving you a little peek into their lives, let them know how excited you are about their photos, and when to expect them. Open the lines of communication after the session and when delivering images. This, along with everything else you do, is why they'll keep coming back to you for their photo needs. via Kayla Coleman Photography About the Author via Kayla Coleman Photography Kayla Coleman is a destination wedding and portrait photographer based in Durham, North Carolina. Beginning in 2016, Kayla plans to continue to grow her business while expanding to provide educational resources and workshops to fellow photographers. Check out more of her incredible work here.


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Vision Begets Opportunity
After being disappointed with the level service offered by contractors in Northwest Indiana, Jeff Wesolowski formed J & B West Construction in 2007. Just as many contractors were getting out of the construction industry, we saw an opportunity to take advantage of the economic downturn by offering tremendous value for our customers. Since that time, they've worked hard to establish a strong reputation for high quality results while providing a world-class customer experience. Our vision is simple, do it the right way, the first time, and leave the customer with no worries and a smile on their face.
It All Started Small
In 2007, we got our feet wet by completing small construction jobs while building our reputation for quality and professional service. In 2010, we found our stride in roofing and have never looked back. Since 2010, our roofing volume has increased nearly triple, and we're not slowing down any time soon. We've built our reputation by relying primarily on word-of-mouth advertising and referrals from past customers. In fact, we've even established a customer rewards program to thank our former customers for their support. If you're a former customer whose referral results in a job, we'll cut you a $50 check…no strings attached; and there is no limit to the number of referrals we'll reward for – no other roofing contractor offers a similar referral reward.
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While our company is still young, we are extremely proud of our success and our philanthropic efforts are our way of thanking the community for their support. We are proud to sponsor local sports teams and sporting events.
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It is often the physical craving for a cigarette that causes people to start smoking again. There are lots of different treatments available to help you cope with cravings and withdrawal symptoms.
Using medicines to help reduce cravings can double your chances of successfully giving up smoking. And if you also use a stop smoking service, you are up to four times more likely to become a non-smoker. If you are in hospital, you should be able to have these medicines during your stay.
Nicotine replacement therapy (NRT)
NRT works by giving your body enough nicotine to ease withdrawal symptoms and cravings when you stop smoking. It comes as:
- skin patches
- chewing gum
- tablets
- lozenges
- inhalers
- mouth sprays
- nasal sprays.
You can buy these over the counter at your local pharmacy or get them on prescription from your GP or stop smoking service. Using NRT doubles your chances of stopping smoking.
Varenicline (Champix®)
This is a tablet which does not contain nicotine that can help with cravings and withdrawal symptoms when giving up smoking. Varenicline is only available on prescription. You start taking it as tablets 1 to 2 weeks before you stop smoking. A course of treatment usually lasts for 12 weeks.
Some people feel depressed while taking varenicline. This may be because they are finding it hard to cope with stopping smoking rather than being a side effect of the drug.
It is important to tell your doctor if you feel depressed, anxious or have suicidal thoughts while taking varenicline.
Bupropion (Zyban®)
Bupropion is another tablet which does not contain nicotine. It works by reducing the urge to smoke and helps other withdrawal symptoms. Bupropion is not suitable for everyone and you should not take it if you have had brain or spinal cord tumours, or a history of seizures (fits). You start taking it as tablets 1 to 2 weeks before you stop smoking.
A course usually lasts for 7 to 9 weeks. The tablets are only available on prescription.
Certain medicines should not be taken with bupropion, so it is important that it is prescribed by a doctor who knows your medical history and any other medicines you might be taking. Some people feel depressed while taking bupropion, but this also could be caused by the withdrawal symptoms from stopping smoking. It is important to tell your doctor if you feel depressed, anxious or have suicidal thoughts while taking bupropion.


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With many varieties of style and size available, ranging from the traditional to sleek and modern, there is a style for every kitchen. Many cookers offer extra features such as the multifunction oven, which provides cooking options such as conventional oven, fan assisted oven, fanned grilling, defrost and browning elements so each dish is cooked exactly as required. Some models offer neat storage drawers or slow cooking cavities, as well as hobs with great extras like powerful wok burners and cast iron pan supports.


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Dietmar Eiden, Vice president Trade Fair Management Koelnmesse GmbH talks exclusively to Frozen Food Europe in this interview, about the business opportunities, trends and innovation which formed the basis of this year's Anuga trade fair in Cologne.
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How would you characterize this edition of Anuga?
Anuga 2017 achieved outstanding results. The previous editions – 2011, 2013, 2015 – all were very good and very successful. But in 2017 we were able to assemble a new record number of exhibitors – over 7,400 – and an increased number of trade visitors. Above that the quality of the business contacts and the deals that were done were extraordinary. We concentrated on business, on quality and on innovations at Anuga – and the worldwide participants responded to these notions absolutely positively.
What are your thoughts on the trends reflected at this year's event?
The innovations, which as always were a key focus of Anuga, contributed towards providing the industry with new impulses and ideas. These trend themes included food and beverages that are rich in protein, new products on the theme "superfoods" and numerous new ready-to-go/ready-to-eat ideas. Sustainable concepts as well as organic products were still high in demand, vegetarian and vegan themes were also a major focus. Alternative sources of protein like insects were a theme of intense discussion among the media.
How was the frozen food segment represented?
The frozen food segment added to the innovations subject essentially. The major trends were mirrored by different products. Many products were enriched by protein of instance, among them a frozen breakfast bowl that also contained superfoods as quinoa or acai. Sustainability, clean label and traceability are important characteristics in frozen food products. Nearly all frozen food producers refrain from artificial ingredients for example. Above all: the convenience factor is elaborated at a high level: Frozen food products, especially prepared meals, safe time for preparation and cooking. They are basically modern and suit the life of the modern societies.
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Going deeper with your practice means going beyond the surface of your playing, beyond the "external" aspect of drumming.
To become the player you truly want to be, it is important to develop the "internal" aspects of drumming.
Finding your own creative voice, playing with authority from a space of confidence, and having great time & feel requires a deeper level of understanding that only comes from dedication, intention, and repetition.
The DrumMantra is a system of exercises and practice that will not only transform the way you play, but also the way you think about drumming.
This month's featured lesson is a 20-part study in rhythmic perception. We are going back and forth between 3/4 and 12/8 with various pulse & accent movements.
The students in the member's area will be working on this all month (they have access to the play-along audio, pdfs, and interaction with me).Preview Lesson Now!
These are not stock lessons you would find on most other drum sites. Every DrumMantra Exercise Series is created specifically to help give insight into a deeper understanding of coordination, time, and creativity.
One of the most challenging parts of practice is actually practicing. Practice means working on something you can't already do. If you're making mistakes and you notice your patience being challenged, you're probably practicing. If you sound great in the practice room, you're jamming, not practicing. Being dedicated to your practice means understanding the process takes time.
A huge part of developing a skill is mental. Having an intention in your practice will keep you focused, on task, and aware. Setting goals in one version of intention. Taking notes and working on specific areas of improvement require intention and attention. All of the DrumMantra exercises are built on an intention to systematically develop certain skills.
Responding musically in the moment requires a wiring of your mind & body. The most efficient way to develop this skill is to build muscle memory through repetition in your practice. All of the DrumMantra exercises are designed to keep you focused on an exercise for a specific durations of time in order to build muscle memory as well as mental focus.
Understanding polymeters is a must if you want to improve your coordination and depth of rhythmic knowledge. Although these concepts are simple they aren't necessarily easy, but with some hard work and dedication you will take your playing to the next level.
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In the distance, an assembly of other crafts can be seen on the low horizon. This painting was part of a collection of 117 works belonging to the industrialist and engineer F.D. Lycett Green and bequeathed to York through the Art Fund, in 1955, in recognition of the remarkable efforts made after the Second World War by its curator to transform it into a gallery of international importance.
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As a bookkeeper serving on the mission field, you will provide much-needed support to the accountant on the OM team, and you will fulfil a vital ministry role toward the purpose of seeing more vibrant communities of Jesus followers among the least reached. We are looking for knowledgeable, detail-oriented individuals who will handle the paperwork associated with OM's business and ministry transactions, including petty cash, data entry, bills, accounts, banking and record keeping. Participation in local ministry and team life may also be aspects of your role
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What to Look For
The primary difference between men's body wash and women's body wash is scent. Men's body wash is scented with smells similar to cologne. You want to look for a body wash with a nice smell that lasts and a soap that nourishes the skin. Among the choices in men's body wash, Esquire Magazine recommends Axe Shower Gel and Totalbeauty.com recommends Suave for Men.
Common Pitfalls
The mistake men make when selecting a body wash is selecting one based purely on scent or cost. It is also important to make sure the body wash addresses any needs you have such as dry or sensitive skin. Cost wise, less expensive washes often work just as well as their expensive counterparts.
Where to Buy
Men's body wash is available in grocery stores, drug stores, big box retail establishments and online. Big box retail establishments like Target and Wal-Mart tend to have the best variety and pricing on men's body wash. Dove for Men comes in three different varieties and Axe has 10 plus varieties, so choosing a store with a good selection, like Wal-Mart, is the key to finding the fragrance and formula that works for you.
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The author started her culinary career under the helm of Clarissa Dickson-Wright. Her cook book contains over 100 tried an tested recipes and showcases a selection of recipes which are inspired by different cuisines around the world.
Katriona has been writing a column Speedy Weeknight Suppers for The Telegraph. I confess, I hardly ever read this newspaper being more of The Guardian and The Indie reader, so wasn't aware of this food column until now.
The cook book was developed with the time-pressed cook in mind, so I'm the perfect audience for a book titled Healthy Speedy Suppers. Except that we don't use the word "supper", it's a dinner here.
The range of recipes is impressive and covers soups and salads, poultry, meat, fish, grains, pluses and vegetables etc.
While some recipes fall under the category of speedy, some of the recipes included cannot quite fit the notion of speedy. They might be ready in 40 minutes, but that doesn't include the prep. Also I would cook some of the dishes for much longer, for example, a turkey ragu. A proper ragu should be cooked slowly for all the flavours to develop.
For being a book of healthy recipes the author is quite generous in her use of double/heavy cream. Now I'm probably the last person to criticize for that, as I prefer to use a real butter in baking, but then I honestly admit that I'm not a poster girl for a healthy food movement.
Katriona uses a lot of fruit and vegetables in her recipes, so your 5-a-day can be easily covered.
Mild criticism aside, I liked the book and have bookmarked quite a few recipes, for example, a Moroccan fish tagine with chickpeas and apricots; duck breasts with peaches and balsamic vinegar as well as chorizo, leek and cider-braised lentils.
The photos are beautiful, and I wish there were more of them, I like seeing the final result of each recipe.
I liked the simple design of the cover, being slightly fed up with covers showing glamorous sexy chefettes who display their cleavage while pouting prettily and holding a plate with food.
I think this book will appeal to a more advanced cook who is comfortable in the kitchen and is happy to use a variety of ingredients.
I read an amusing thread on one of the parenting forums recently where the poster bemoaned that meat and fruit combination is wrong. That's half of my blog recipes are going in the bin then. I love fruit added to meat, and Katriona MacGregor's recipes have a lot of inspired meat and fruit combinations.
In fact, one of the recipes from the book that I have already tried is exactly that, a combination of poultry and fruit, and very tasty it was too.
I have slightly adapted it. I shopped for ingredients on a Sunday before closing time, and all basil was gone, so I got a bag of rocket instead, thinking it's another Italian ingredient which will work well in this recipe.
I used single cream rather than double to slightly reduce the amount of calories, and as it happened, I didn't find any white wine at home and used a bit of brandy instead. All the chicken breasts in the shop were skin-free so that's exactly what I used.
Chicken with ricotta, lemon and
a small bunch of rocket (basil in the original recipe)
100g ricotta cheese
4 chicken breasts
2 lemons
rapeseed/olive oil, for cooking
1 onion, sliced
1 garlic clove, crushed
170ml white wine or 50ml brandy
125ml chicken stock
2 bay leaves
1tbsp double cream (I used single cream)
sea salt and freshly ground pepper
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Finely slice half of the basil (rocket) leaves, leaving the other half on their stems for later. In a small bowl mix the ricotta cheese with the herb, the zest of 1 lemon and a little salt and pepper.
Use a sharp knife to cut a horizontal pocket into each chicken breast, being careful not to cut all the way through. Stuff a little of the ricotta mixture into the pockets with a teaspoon, being careful not to overfill (I had some stuffing left over, as I couldn't fit it all in, maybe the chicken breasts I used were smaller in size).
Heat a little oil in a large frying pan and add the chicken breasts, skin-side down. Fry for 2-3 minutes until the skin is golden and crisp.
If you use chicken breasts without skin, just fry them for 2-3 minutes on whichever side you choose.
Flip on the other side and cook for a further minute to lightly seal and then remove to a plate.
Return the pan to the heat and add the onion and garlic. Cook for about 5 minutes until well softened. Pour in the white wine and stock, add the bay leaves and bring to the boil. Simmer for a few minutes to reduce the liquid to a syrupy consistency. Add the double/heavy cream, stir well and season with salt and pepper.
As I mentioned above, I didn't have any white wine, so I used a smaller measure of brandy, about 50ml, and added more stock (a stock cube dissolved in more water). I also used single cream.
Pour the contents of the pan into a casserole dish and place the chicken breasts on top, pushing them down into the sauce. Cut the remaining lemon into wedges and nestle them around the chicken along with the remaining basil (rocket).
Place on the middle shelf of the oven and cook for 15-20 minutes until the chicken is cooked through. Test if cooked by cutting into one of the breasts with a sharp knife to make sure the juices run clear.
It was a delicious chicken dish, with lots of creamy and tangy-lemony sauce. Serve the chicken breasts with lots of sauce spooned over and a good chunk of bread to mop up all the juices.
|Chicken with ricotta, lemon and rocket