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Saturday mornings can be the absolute best, especially when they prove to be both productive and tasty! This morning somehow, for some reason, I woke up at 6 and felt like being productive. So I proceeded to put coffee on, clean out the fridge, watered our recent landscaping and did a few other things around the house. Then I got the itch to make some biscuits.
You see, biscuits are pretty much one of my favorite things in the whole world to make! They are quick, easy and tasty! I've always loved using the recipe off of the back of the Hill Country Fair Baking Powder can. However, this last time I bought baking powder I couldn't find that can! So I settled on a different brand and went down to the parents house to take a picture of the back of their can!
Growing up, Saturday mornings were the best at our house. Usually breakfast either consisted of mom making breakfast tacos or dad making biscuits while mom worked on the eggs, gravy and hash browns. Seriously, my family is good at breakfast now that I think about it. In fact, every Sunday, my family goes to Granny's after church to eat breakfast. Granny can make just about anything you could imagine for breakfast and it's pretty darn hard to live up to!
Anyhow, here is the biscuit recipe, you need to try out:
Yield: 10-12 biscuits
2 c. flour
3 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. salt
2 Tbsp. sugar
1/3 c. shortening
3/4 c. buttermilk**
**I don't know about you, but I don't keep buttermilk on hand. But not to fear, they have something called "Cultured Buttermilk", basically powdered buttermilk that can be found in the baking isle. So rather than the 3/4 c. buttermilk, I used 3 Tbsp. of the buttermilk powder and 3/4 c. cold water. But there is a particular order so be sure to follow the following steps. And don't just substitute the buttermilk with regular milk. I have tried that several times. The biscuits just won't rise the way they should and they'll be tougher than ideal!
To continue, go ahead and preheat your oven to 450°F. Now, in a medium-sized bowl, mix together flour, baking powder, salt, sugar and powdered buttermilk. I like to take a whisk and mix them together also adding air to the mixture. Then you will want to cut the shortening into the mix with your finger tips or a pastry blender. I use my finger tips. Once cut into the flour mixture, make a well that you will pour the cold water into. I went ahead and measured out the 3/4 c. water and left in the freezer until it was time to use.
Then with a fork, pour the water into the well and mix until it comes together. Shouldn't take any time at all, once it starts to come together, leave it alone. You don't want to work this too much. Next, dump out the dough on a flour-dusted surface, knead together and pat out to 1″ of thickness or so. Using your favorite biscuit cutter, portion out the dough. You should get 10-12 biscuits or so.
Finally, put the pan into the oven for 12 minutes. They will rise into beautiful biscuits and be ready before you know it! These are the perfect biscuits because they compliment just about anything you'd want to put on them: gravy, honey, and not to mention all of the different varieties of jellies, preserves and jams! If I'm not topping with my Granny's fig preserve, I'm probably going to go with a gravy or just the good ole strawberry jam.


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Do you know that you can fly around the world not only saving some money but also spending almost nothing? Sounds unreal? Check your travel credit card, maybe you have the wrong one.
Choosing the right credit card for travelling means a lot not only for your trip but also for your budget. Today, we're going to answer one of the most popular questions all travellers have: «Is there any card that is the very best one to bring some money or rewards to your trip».
Best Credit Cards for Travelers
So, is there the one best credit card for those who love adventure and long-distance trips? The answer is pretty simple. It all depends. As different cards have different purposes in terms of rewards and savings. Some are better for accumulating miles, while others are better for accumulating rewards on hotels and different types of services.
Before choosing the one card for yourself, answer a couple of questions:
- Do you fly a lot?
- Do you stay at hotels a lot?
- Do you drive a lot?
- Do you shop a lot while being abroad?
Define which type of the payments is the most expensive for your budget. Plane tickets? Hotel bills? Or maybe car renting bills? Most travellers prefer to save money on plane tickets as they appear to be the most significant piece of their budget.
When choosing a credit card for travelling, check if a bank doesn't have a foreign transaction fee. If it does, the fees shouldn't be too high. So, before you go on a trip, check with your bank to be sure that they have reasonable transaction fees.
Always notify your bank about using your credit card abroad. In another case, you can face a situation when your request is declined in the moment when you need money the most.
When shopping abroad, most companies and services ask for the card with a chip in it. Chip cards definitely make your international shopping experience a lot easier and smoother.
Also, check the cards which not only save on miles and hotels but also double or even triple the points. Using the right credit card is the key. So, be serious about looking and analyzing all the benefits each of them has.
Among the most popular credit cards among American travellers in 2016-2017 were:
- Chase Sapphire Reserve, which has a lot of reward points;
- Amex Platinum with free priority pass, free global entry, access to Delta Lounges, Centurion Lounges, and so on;
- Capital One Quicksilver with no annual fee and no international fees, but with 1.5% cash back reward on all purchases;
- Charles Schwab card with zero foreign transaction and no ATM fees.
Remember, that mastering credit card loyalty programs and analyzing your travel expenses can save you a lot of money and bring you a lot of additional bonuses which you can spend on something else later. Maximize your money on the road too.

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Ah summer – always turning it on! Picture barefoot beach weddings, sundresses, sea blues, long days, warm starry nights, outdoor tents, effortless and wild floral styling, ice cream carts and deliciously refreshing cocktails. There are endless ways to incorporate your favourite aspects of this season and boy do we have some incredible summer wedding inspiration here for you!
Enjoy this sun-kissed selection of vibrant weddings with a spattering of joyous details and vibrant summery tones.


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Lyle & Scott Slim Fit Gingham Shirt
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£60.00 £30.00
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This one's never going out of fashion. Classic gingham. Slim Fit. Smart or casual? You decide.
- Branded buttons
- Branded eagle at chest
Shell 4% Elastane / 97% Cotton
A little care and attention is required to keep your Slim Fit Gingham Shirt looking its best. Follow these simple instructions to make sure the quality lasts: - Machine wash at 30 degrees - Wash inside out with similar colours - Wash with colour care detergent - Do not tumble dry - Do not dry clean - Iron inside out on medium setting - Do not bleach


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The holidays are upon us and the best way to spend them is with friends and family. Here at Wiesner of Huntsville, we love heading out on the town to attend the local festivities. Here are a few holiday events in Huntsville that are sure to get you into the spirit of the season.
Gingerbread Decoration Contest and Awards Reception
Get out your frosting, candy canes, and gumdrops for this festive occasion at the Wynne Home Arts Center. From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesday, November 28th, you can stop by the center to create your gingerbread masterpiece. The awards reception is the following Friday (Nov. 30) from 6 to 8 p.m. Along with the awards being announced, there will also be a kids activity station for creating paper snowflakes.
Huntsville Christmas Fair
Mark your calendar for December 1st for the 7th annual Downtown Christmas Fair from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. The fair will feature a train ride, real snow, a variety of vendors, and photo ops with Santa Claus. To give you an idea of what to expect, last year's event included bounce houses, Christmas Karaoke, cookie decorating, face painting, henna tattoos, and much more. There is no cost to enter the fair, but some of the events may require a small fee.
A Christmas Carol
To celebrate the 175-year anniversary of the Charles Dickens classic, "A Christmas Carol," the Old Town Theatre is producing an original play based on the novel. Tickets for the family-friendly play can be purchased online or at the theatre's box office, starting at $12 for children under age 12 and $20 for adults. (Additional discounts available.) Showtimes for the production are Dec. 7-8 at 7 p.m. and Dec. 9 at 2 p.m.
Whether you're volunteering at a local food pantry or attending a heartwarming play, we at Wiesner of Huntsville hope you have a wonderful holiday season!


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What is this book about?
Beginning Visual Basic .NET Databases teaches Visual Basic .Net developers the concepts and skills necessary to write VB.Net database applications. This book touches on database design concepts but focuses on using ADO.Net to access and manipulate data in relational databases. While the book covers all data providers in ADO.Net briefly, the primary objective is to focus on using the OleDb provider for accessing Access databases and the SQL provider for accessing SQL Server databases.
What does this book cover?
Readers learn how to how to use queries, views, and stored procedures to efficiently access and manipulate data from their applications. We provide examples and instruction on accessing data from Windows applications, ASP.Net applications, as well as Web Services.
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SPLURGE : Amazon Echo Show
Echo show "Shows and Tells" and is gradually embarking on its way to becoming a chatbot of some kind that is totally natural and omnipresent.
Amazon's announcement of the Echo Show – its latest voice-activated home device in its Echo family – proves that Alexa has expanded to do something remarkable in the two years since its introduction. Echo show "Shows and Tells" and is gradually embarking on its way to becoming a chatbot of some kind that is totally natural and omnipresent. This coveted product is slated to be released on June 28, and will cost around an approximate $230.
What is the Amazon Echo Show like?
Although Amazon has always given priority to voice commands and delivering a hands-free experience, the Echo Show is basically an interactive tablet. The new Echo Show is sleek, looks cool and comes in black or white options. The new hardware sports a 7-inch touchscreen, a camera, a Dolby speaker, and eight powerful speaker microphones that provide "room-filling" sound. By giving Alexa lovers all the features they like plus some more with an added video screen, Echo Show enables users to watch videos, stream photos, make video calls, keep track of shopping and to-do lists, and even monitor home's safety. This new smart home technology brings everything users love about Amazon's Alexa, and adds a screen for access to even more convenient features. It has a touch screen for displaying the time, the weather, visual information, even video chat, answer questions, request an Uber for pickup and control your smart-home devices. The tablet lets you makes voice calls on voice commands to those who use Alexa, or an Amazon device and video calls on another Echo device with a camera.
What will make you Splurge?
The Amazon Echo Show is a powerful device that fully coordinates with your home to deliver a true smart home experience. What strikes about the product are the awesome 7-inch screen that can be seen from anywhere and the powerful, room-filling speakers with Dolby processing. Its voice command feature makes shopping extremely easy as it helps you buy products from Amazon by presenting you with a number of options. By being a perfect combination of front-facing camera, strong sound, microphone and decent-sized screen, the Echo Show proves to be a great video-chat device. Simply ask Alexa to do something for you, and it's done!
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Melissa Rosenberg Answers Fan Questions via GlamourMag
Melissa Rosenberg talks Breaking Dawn, answers fan questions via GlamourMagazine
Q: What is your favorite quote/scene in the movie/and in the books?
MR: I'd have to say the honeymoon scenes. very romantic and playful. lovely to see Edward and Bella having fun.
Q: What percentage of the Book were you actually able to get into the movie? We know added additional scenes, but did you get mirror close to our favortie scenes?
MR: Hi misty! Good to hear from you. Because we split the one book into two movies, it gave us a lot more room to include as much as possible from the books. Particularly in the first part. We wanted all our favorite scenes to be included - of course everyone has different favorites, but hopefully you'll be happy. xoM
More after the JUMP
Q: Hey Melissa! How did you translate all the wolf to wolf monologue in Breaking Dawn? Are they voice overs or are the conversations in their human form?
MR: There was a lot of discussion about the inter-wolf dialogue. In the end, the book pretty much dictated our approach making most of it voice over - but in a stylized way.
MR: there's not a screenwriter alive who hasn't had favorite scenes cut, either for budget reasons in production, or for pacing and storytelling reasons in editing. But honestly, when I saw the various cuts of the movie, I have to say I didn't miss them, can't even really remember what they were!
Q: Are we having a lot of romantic scenes between Edward and Bella on Breaking Dawn? Without all the pain that he feels when kiss her, and stuffs like that!
MR: There are some AWESOME romantic scenes for Bella and Edward! Seriously. The wedding is lush and emotional, the honeymoon is truly sexy. Trust me on this one.
Q: Thanks for bringing the adults more to the front. As a mom, I appreciate it.
MR: Glad you like it! Breaking Dawn is actually a very adult tale. Our characters are dealing with very grown up issues. Hoping you like it as well.
MR: Stephenie has been a wonderful collaborator. She, like the Producers, director and studio, gives me feedback on every stage of my process - from outline, to first draft to finished draft. Additionally, whenever I'm stuck on a scene or a storyline, I'll call or email her to either ask her about a certain character's backstory, maybe even
Q: Melissa - i've heard that this is the funniest movie to date. Did you make conscious effort to make Edward "lighter" for this one?
MR: Indeed Edward begins BD1 in a much lighter place - and yes, it was a very conscious choice. He's marrying Bella! He's the happiest vampire in the world. And then the honeymoon, though not without its... complications, is playful and romantic. But then - things get very dark, very fast, and Edward is at his darkest moment yet.
Q: Melissa,Have you watched Breaking Dawn in it's entirety? If so,were you moved by it emotionaly?
MR: I've seen a couple different cuts, and will see the most recent soon. I was sitting in the theater with some other people and began to hear gasps - I was worried for a moment, thinking, oh no, they're laughing (at a very serious moment). Then I realized, no, theyre crying. Not just crying, sobbing!
Q: Hey melissa who was ur favorite character go make and watch come to life? and why
MR: Watching Kristen and Rob embody those characters is a screenwriter's (and everyone else's) dream. Their chemistry is amazing, and very rare. But writing for Jacob, tracking his growth, translating his passion, fire and sense of humor - that's fun.
Q: Hello Melissa! From what I've seen, Breaking Dawn looks amazing! How was it like to work with Bill? And how would you describe him as an producer of Breaking Dawn? THANK YOU for being part of bringing te books to life! Hugs from Victoria, Norway
MR: our director Bill Condon. I've worked with many directors over my 20 year career (wow, 20... that just aged me!). And of course, I've work with several on the Twi series alone - ALL of whom were truly unique, great experiences (and I'm not just saying that). But I will say that, in my very long career, my collaboration with Bill was the best writer/director collaboration I've ever had. I think a lot of that is because he himself is a screenwriter (academy award winning no less!). So he spoke my language - story, stucture, character, theme. He helped me take the characters to new emotional depths... He's generous, and collaborative. I could go on and on
Q: Melissa... how on earth did you guys pull off that birth scene? From the way I envision it in the books I can't even to begin to imagine how you guys got it on screen without an x rating....
MR: After writing for Dexter for four years, I've come to understand that what's most terrifying isn't necessariyl what you see, it's what you DON'T see. The book really informed the way I wrote the scene - all from Bella's point of view. It conveys her terror, and the terror of Edward and Jacob. And Bill directed it with such intensity, I was mesmerized.
Q: Melissa ---- One More Question I just thought of. ---- Were you ON SET for the Last Filming? What was it like, knowing this was the last time you would be with your Twilight Family on set?
MR: I was on set for the most important scene in the movie! The wedding! If you look closely, you'll see me as one of the wedding guests (along with our producer Wyck Godfrey and Stephenie too!)
MR: The moment I finished the last draft of the last movie - I felt sad (to leave Stephenie's world... plus I so loved working with this team), free (it was time to move on), worried (what was next?!), excited (to see Bill bring it too life).
You can read the full chat HERE
Thanks RPLife
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If India is on your bucket list (and it should be!), let me take a guess and say Jaipur is very high on it?? – I thought so. The Pink City of India is one of the most picturesque, historic, and tourist-friendly in the country. Part of the Golden Triangle (check out the full route here!), this beautiful city and the greater state of Rajasthan have got to be at the top of your list – it mixes desert landscapes, camel rides, elephant sightings, colourful shopping streets and stunningly historic architecture from monarchies that shaped India's culture as it exists today – basically, the perfect package!
I'd give yourself a week to explore the entire state, but I think you can definitely accomplish Jaipur's highlights in 3-4 days. Quick tip for the first-timers unacquainted with India and its seasons – November to March are the best times to visit Rajasthan. Winters are pleasant and quite warm during the day. Summers are a complete no-no, you will positively melt!
Amer Fort
One of the oldest and most magnificent forts in the country, this place is a legacy of the old Mughal empire in India – one of the country's foundational dynasties – and still maintains the grandeur of it's golden days. Get a ticket that gives you entry to the fort and the colourful fountain show in the evening (if you've never done one of these in India, it's worth doing it once). Your hotel driver will likely also know where to take you for elephant sightings, as the animals are housed in the side streets off the fort!
This is one of the better Instagram spots in the city, with some of Jaipur's best views!
City Palace
The home of the reigning monarch of the city, this expansive palace houses a beautiful courtyard and a museum that stands as a testament to the strength of monarchical traditions in India.
Jantar Mantar
A quick stop away from City Palace is this geometric gem! Trying to figure out where your star sign lies in the astronomical spectrum? Lose yourself in Jantar Mantar and you'll find out!
Hawa Mahal
This beautiful masterpiece in the middle of one of the city's busiest markets has an incredible history behind it – in the good old days, women from the royal family would watch street festivals and their husbands' parades through the city from the tiny windows carved into the structure, as they weren't allowed to show themselves in public. Catch this place at golden hour and you've got one of the best Instagram shots in the city!
MI Road Lassiwala
Unconventional? Yes. Vital? YES.
You absolutely cannot go to Jaipur and not grab a thick buttermilk concoction from this side street gem – any taxi or rickshaw driver will know this joint and it is impossible to miss. Be warned, it is heavy on the stomach so make sure you're ready to handle it, but your sweet tooth will never be satiated the same.
Rajasthani Handicrafts + Sarees + Bangles – Did Someone Say Shopping?
Yes, I've put this on your list here ladies, and you will love it. For some of the best deals, visit the Rajasthali Handicrafts Emporium for everything handmade and truly Rajasthani – some of my favourites are their handmade block print duvet covers (say INR2,000, give or take).
Some of my favourite markets for bangles, sarees (the Rajasthani bandini print is a must-buy), and classic old-Indian jewelery are Tripolia Bazaar, Johri Bazaar, Chaura Rasta, and Sireh Deori Bazaar. Your hotel and cab drivers will definitely know these and have their own suggestions to make!
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What you need to know :
– Always use a car and driver from your hotel, and only use rickshaws where recommended
– Check with your hotel before shopping to know what you should be paying
– DON'T carry too much cash or your passport when hitting the forts – they're full of pickpockets!


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Due to a rise in the number of reported flu cases and other respiratory viruses, Riley at IU Health is implementing visitor restrictions to protect patients and prevent further spreading. View full details.
Congenital heart conditions are among the most common birth defects in the United States, affecting 40,000 newborns each year. They vary widely in severity, from simple problems that can be repaired with minimally invasive procedures, to complex anatomy that must be corrected or improved in stages.
Our pediatric cardiologists have the knowledge and resources to diagnose heart defects at the earliest stages, even before birth. These board certified pediatric cardiologists and cardiovascular surgeons have highly specialized skills for repairing heart defects, and they bring advanced care to children and adults with every kind of congenital heart disease.
The Riley Heart Center offers nationally recognized experts who work together to give each child the best possible care. As an integral part of a leading pediatric research hospital, Riley at IU Health pediatric cardiologists are devoted to finding better solutions for heart defects and acquired heart disease through research and innovation. Riley at IU Health is ranked among the top pediatric cardiovascular programs in the nation by U.S.News & World Report and others. We are also among the top 15 of high-volume heart programs in the nation for effective outcomes. Although we handle many cases, we realize that treatment and diagnosis are first-time experiences for most families. Our pediatric cardiologists offer much more than the intricate skills that are necessary to diagnose and fix complex heart problems. Their technical competence is coupled with traits that cannot be taught: genuine interest and compassion for the patients and families they serve.
Riley at IU Health Pediatric Cardiology brings an extraordinary set of people and resources to diagnosing and treating children and adults with congenital heart defects and acquired heart disease. Our pediatric cardiologists offer a wide range of heart expertise, and Riley at IU Health gives you multiple ways to access their care. The Riley Heart Center is Indiana's leading resource for treatment of congenital heart disease for many reasons, including:
Riley at IU Health Pediatric Cardiology brings the best minds together from all subspecialties to provide your child or family member with optimal care.
Our pediatric specialists provide patient- and family-centered care for most related conditions. The links below provide more specific information about some, but not all, of the conditions that we treat.
We offer a number of different Pediatric Cardiology services. Below are some, but not all, of the services that we provide. If you have a question about a specific service that is not listed here, please contact our department.
In addition to our primary hospital location at the Academic Health Center in Indianapolis, IN, we have convenient locations to better serve our communities throughout the state.
Sort through 15 facilities offering Pediatric Cardiology care by entering your city or zip below.
We provide multispecialty care for a number of conditions. Below are links to our related programs & departments.
Allison Longest put her heart and soul into training for and running her first marathon to support children with congenital heart disease.Continue reading
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Our pediatric cardiologists work with primary care physicians to provide advanced care for children and adults with congenital heart disease.
Riley at IU Health works with referring physicians in Indiana and beyond. Referring physicians may contact us at 317.944.3278 or by fax at 317.274.4022.Refer A Patient
Riley at IU Health Pediatric Cardiologists are active researchers who improve care for congenital heart disease through innovation. At any given time, they are engaged in numerous clinical trials and research to find better treatment options. A team of physicians, researchers and coordinators collect outcome data for research purposes by pediatric cardiovascular specialists, working with multiple research partners, including the Indiana University School of Medicine. Our physicians also collaborate with researchers at the Herman B Wells Center for Pediatric Research on studies related to heart failure in children.
Our pediatric cardiology department offers formal fellowship training for physicians who want to advance their experience in pediatric cardiology, critical care and cardiac surgery. Visit the Indiana University School of Medicine website for details about our fellowship program.


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The key to a healthy or proper diet is balance. Balance means to have a variety of foods in the correct proportions and to consume adequate amounts of food and beverages in order to be healthy, to have reduced risk of chronic diseases and to achieve and maintain a healthy body weight.
Variety: No food by itself, with the exception of breast milk for about the first six months of life, can provide all the nutrients in the amounts needed for good health. It is important that our eating habits are characterized by a variety of foods. The existence of variety in the diet minimizes the possibility of a significant lack of a nutrient. Even foods that are not recommended to be consumed regularly should not be completely excluded from the diet, as they can provide one or more nutrients (eg meat as a source of vitamin B12). Avoiding certain foods is only recommended in cases of food allergy or intolerance (eg lactose) or genetic or other kind of sensitivity to certain foods (eg G6PD enzyme deficiency that causes susceptibility to the consumption of broad beans).
Moderation: The classification of foods as "good" and "bad" does not fit in the context of a balanced diet and can move many people away from improving their dietary habits. There are no "good" and "bad" foods, rather than foods that need to be consumed more or less often and some that exceed in providing nutrients. All foods have a place in our diet as long as they are eaten in moderation and in appropriate quantities per category. What matters is the overall dietary regimen followed and not individual foods or meals.
Where the classification of good or bad for food comes into play is if your food is pseudo chemical processed lab food that comes in a box or is picked up via a drive-thru window. All real organic food should be included in the human diet.
Biological or organic foods: What are they?
Biological or organic foods are products produced in accordance with the rules and principles of biological agriculture and cattle raising, which are based on:
Natural processes, without the use of synthetic chemical fertilizers, pesticides, antibiotics, hormones or enhancers. The use of appropriate production techniques that maintain the natural balance and soil fertility (eg recycling of plant and animal residues, crop rotation).
crop rotation: rotation of cultivation of different crops in the same field
The use of native plants and animal breeds which are adapted to local conditions and are more resistant to the development and transmission of diseases.
The good conditions of breeding and treatment of the animals.
The protection of the environment
How are they different organic than conventional food?
1. Organic foods are more environmentally friendly. They promote physical balance, recycling of plant and animal residues and soil fertility while at the same time they contribute in the reduction of the environmental pollution and of the veterinary waste.
2. Organic products do not have the impressive uniformity and size that have the conventional counterparts. The appearance, shape and color in conventional food are affected by the chemical plant protection and the way of their cultivation.
3. Organic fruits and vegetables have 20-30% lower proportion of water than conventional, thus have a greater concentration of vitamins, trace elements and minerals. This fact sometimes leads to longer cooking time.
4. Packaged organic products are not protected by chemical means (eg preservatives) opposed to some conventional packaged, so they are more susceptible to alterations. If they are found in the suitable conditions (humidity, heat), live microorganisms grow rapidly and lead to physical spoilage of the products.
5. Regarding taste, studies are ambiguous about whether organic products outclass conventional.
6. The price. Organic products are more expensive than their conventional counterparts because farming methods do not constitute to the increase of the volume of production, but of the quality. Also, labor costs are higher in organic cattle raising while the number of animals per unit area is reduced. Finally, they are burdened with the additional cost of certification and continuous controls.
According to a research by the Research Laboratory of Marketing, of the Economic University of Athens, even if organic products are more expensive than conventional, there is an increased demand by Greek consumers, despite the current difficult economic situation.
Are organic products safer than conventional?
Organic foods are high quality products and seem to be more secure than conventional as they do not contain synthetic chemical fertilizers and pesticides, antibiotics, hormones and Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). During their production, the use of limited natural fertilizers and herbicide safeners is allowed. Also, numerous studies have shown that they contain lower concentrations of toxic for health heavy metals, nitrates (because of the absence of use of nitrate fertilizers), as well as residues of insecticides and pesticides, which are used only in conventional agriculture.
Are Organic products more nutritious than conventional?
Although there are some indications, we cannot clearly conclude that organic products are more nutritious than conventional ones. It is difficult to compare the results of studies conducted by different researchers because of differences in the way of the design and realization of each research. Results of studies show that organic fruits and vegetables are richer in vitamin C, minerals and antioxidants and contain lower amounts of protein but of higher biological value than conventional. Also, researches show that organic grains and legumes have a higher mineral content. Finally the situation is not clear as far as organic animal products are concerned since the available data are incomplete. Moreover, it does not seem to exist substantial differences in nutritional value of organic products compared to conventional ones.


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There is a scene in Director Rajkumar Hirani's last release Lage Raho Munnabhai where jail inmates are shown clapping and cheering Munna and Jhanavi's reunion - an absurd, out-of-place scene that is supposed to add sweetness to the film than go with the story. 3 Idiots is filled with too many such moments, be it Raju's miracle treatment, Mona's baby delivery scene (grating), Boman Irani's character or the risque pant-dropping scenes. The intended message still holds though.
With some plot elements and lead characters based on Chetan Bhagat's novel Five Point Someone, 3 Idiots does have its heartening moments. Hirani's innovations provide an endearing appeal to the characters. The question about the Indian education system does linger, there is genuine humour and great acting from all the cast led by Aamir Khan, Kareena Kapoor, R Madhavan and Sharman Joshi.
All said and done, 3 Idiots is a very good entertainer.


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The federal court system enjoys jurisdiction over state law claims in a number of circumstances, including personal injury or other types of claims where diversity among the parties exists. In fact, for certain types of matters -- including federal employment or wage actions, securities class actions, and mass tort actions -- federal courts may be the primary or only avenue by which our clients can achieve justice. We hope that the Federal Courts Section will serve as a resource to those who may have specific questions or issues concerning federal practice, including federal procedure and evidence or a particular area of federal substantive law.
Section Chair James O'Brien | Zoll & Kranz, LLC
E-Discovery, Spoliation, & Reasonable Inquiry
By: Eric Cook, Esq.
E-Discovery is becoming increasingly more complicated, especially in reference to plaintiff and defense counsel's obligations and duties when encountering electronically stored information(ESI). Discovery is designed to be a collaborative process.
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BMS Part II: A Parade of Horribles
By: Jim O'Brien, Esq.
In the Mass Torts Section of the April OAJ Quarterly, I wrote about the US Supreme Court taking up the California Supreme Court's Bristol-Myers Squibb Co. v. Superior Court decision. I raised the concern that the result could be very detrimental to the mass torts practice.
The opinion arrived in June, and it is as bad as one could expect.
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H.R. 985: Unfairness in Class Actions
By: Corey Artim, Esq.
In February, H.R. 985 was introduced to the House of Representatives by Rep. Bob Goodlatte (R-VA-6). H.R. 985 is titled the "Fairness in Class Action Litigation Act of 2017" but in reality is nothing more than an attempt to limit access to the court house for millions of Americans.
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Why She Needs the Dog, and Why it Matters
By: Mark Skeldon, Esq.
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the cornerstone of educational law in the United States as it applies to educating students with disabilities. Although it is in fact a funding statute, it's substantive provisions have been adopted by each state as a condition of receiving certain federal funds. One of the primary purposes of IDEA is to, "(E)nsure that all children with disabilities have to them a free and appropriate public education that emphasizes special education, employment, and independent living."
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No "Disaggregation" of Title VI Discrimination Claims in the Southern District
By: Sonia Walker, Esq.
Merriam Webster defines 'disaggregate' as the separation of a whole into component parts. To disaggregate instances of discrimination under Title VI, for purposes of summary judgment, is a 'no-no' in the Southern District of Ohio. Many oppositions to summary judgment often include a "throw in the kitchen sink" type of analysis. In response, the moving party tries to over-simplify matters in a way that prevents the Plaintiff from ever seeing a jury.
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Putting the Horse Before the Cart: the Power of 30(b)(6) Depositions as an Early Discovery Tool
By: Alex C. Davis, Esq.
Through force of habit, plaintiffs' attorneys often begin the discovery process with written interrogatories, requests for admission, and requests for production of documents. In cases involving large corporate defendants, this approach can lead to frustrating results when opposing counsel responds with boilerplate objections, partial answers, and incomplete document production.
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The Impact of the Amendments to Federal Rule 26 on Initial Discovery in Federal Courts
By: Justin Hawal, Esq.
As of December 1, 2015, the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure have been amended to include changes that will presumably have a significant impact on the world of federal litigation. Although the full impact of these amendments remains to be seen, the changes to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26 figure to have an immediate effect on the way discovery is conducted in federal courts. At the very least, those who practice in federal court should be aware of the changes to the rule and the possible impact on discovery.
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Being a Litigator Versus Being a Litigation Manager
By: Michelle Kranz, Esq.
No shortage of experienced litigators will say the practice of law—and, in particular, litigating cases in federal court—has changed in the last two decades. Changes in the law, advances in technology, and the increasing availability and acceptance of alternative dispute resolution has transformed how cases march through the system. Furthermore, when it comes to mass actions, the federal MDL statute (28 U.S.C. § 1407) has a distinct playbook. The MDL statute allows a specially-created federal court (the Judicial Panel on Multidistrict Litigation) to consolidate actions from federal courts around the country and place them in front of a single judge for pretrial and discovery. That judge generally appoints a leadership team of ten to thirty attorneys to conduct document requests, document review, depositions, and nearly all other pretrial matters on behalf of all the consolidated cases. At the end of the discovery period, the court can return the consolidated cases to their various courts around the country with a complete set of discovery and nearly ready for trial.
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Requesting jury trials in Maritime cases
By: Donald A. "Andy" Mau; Herman, Herman & Katz, LLC; New Orleans, Louisiana
Thomas Jefferson once described trial by jury as "the only anchor ever yet imagined by man, by which a government can be held to the principles of its constitution." It is quite ironic that Jefferson chose an anchor metaphor since for more than 160 years courts have held the Seventh Amendment's right to a jury trial inapplicable to maritime claims but if the right to a trial by jury is so important, as Jefferson suggests, why is maritime law excluded?
What makes maritime different? The Seventh Amendment's inapplicability is partly textual: Maritime claims are not at "common law."4 However, the more important reason is historical. Following the Revolutionary War, national security concerns prevented juries from participating in maritime cases.
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When Local Rules and Practice Collide with Federal Civil Rules
By: Carrie M. Lymanstall, Esq.
The ever-expanding patchwork of local rules, general orders, and judge-specific practices have added layers of complexity and challenges for lawyers practicing across the 94 federal district courts. Motion practice exemplifies the tension between the Federal Civil Rules and a district court's desire to manage the cases before it through local rules. An increasing number of judges require pre-motion conferences or pre-motion screening procedures. See, e.g., Thunderhorse v. Pierce, 232 F. App'x 425, 426 (5th Cir. 2007) ("The order required any party wishing to file a dispositive motion to request and receive permission to file such a motion."); Andrews v. Freemantlemedia N.A., Inc., No. 13 Civ. 5174, 2014 WL 6686590, at *15 (S.D.N.Y. Nov. 20, 2014) (noting that the district court's Individual Rule 2(b) "requires parties to request a pre-motion conference and either attend such a conference or receive leave from the Court before making a motion").
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42 U.S.C. 1981 - A Powerful History anchors an unbridled remedy
By: Jarrett Northup
When the allegations were laid out by the potential client, I was stunned. His supervisor called him the company's "token minority". He was commonly referred to in the most racist of terms and was frequently the subject matter of lynching discussions. He was assigned to menial work while Caucasians with no experience were hired as supervisors. Witnesses' affidavits bore out his credibility. In a landscape of federal and state caps on damages and unsatisfactory administrative remedies, the egregious discrimination at issue needed to be atoned for despite limited economic damages. What law could provide a full measure of accountability for such awful conduct?
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Recent Wage and Hour cases prove FLSA work is alive and well in Ohio
By: Jami Oliver, Esq.
While FLSA cases are filed every day in this country, it is not often that the Southern District of Ohio sees the filing of multiple wage and hours cases where the Defendants are all unique but where each Defendant engaged in the same alleged behavior. However, the banking industry has witnessed multiple cases filed against it over the last several years, three of which were filed by OAJ members in Columbus. Three of the recent cases filed against companies in the banking industry for wage and hour violations included Huntington National Bank, PNC Bank, and U.S. Bank.
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Motion to strike? They probably didn't mean that (and how to take on the admissibility of the evidence in the summary judgement context)
By: Jim O'Brien, Esq., Toledo, OH
The defense has filed a Summary Judgment Motion in your case. You oppose it by pointing to extensive evidence a jury could use to find in your favor. The defense moves to "strike" your evidence on the grounds it is inadmissible; they claim it is hearsay, it relies on unauthenticated records, etc.
First, it's not a Motion to Strike
When the Court redid the Rules in 2010, it changed Rule 56 to streamline the summary judgment process. But, few people noticed. The 2010 notes to section (c)(2) said the movant (or, for that matter, you) can object to the admissibility of evidence in the briefing. Motions to Strike still exist, Rule 12(f), but the standard is completely different: that rule allows the Court to strike "redundant, immaterial, impertinent, or scandalous matter," but has nothing to do with the former practice of moving to strike evidence inadmissible for the purpose of summary judgment.
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Removal to Federal Court: How to Identify, How to Attack, and How to Remand
By: Ashley Rutherford Starling, Esq.
When you represent plaintiffs, some cases are just better off in state court. Whether it is your aversion to Twombly and Iqbal's pleading standards or just your personal preferences as a lawyer, you as the plaintiff's attorney are master of the complaint. However, if you want to remian in state court, you must properly identify whether removal to federal court is possible before you file the original complaint. Then, you must decide what you need to do to prevent removal. The purpose of this article is to discuss some common situations that can lead to removal, what is generally required for removal, some methods to avoid removal, and some considerations on whether to file a motion for remand. This article is not intended to be exhaustive, but instead will discuss some of the more common themes.
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Will The Proposed Changes To The Federal Rules Of Civil Procedure Stifle Discovery?
By: Jeff Sefton, Keating Muething & Klekamp, PLL, Cincinnati, OH
The Federal Rules of Civil Procedure were first adopted by the United States Supreme Court in 1937, becoming effective on September 16, 1938. Since then, the Rules have been amended numerous times to accommodate changes in the nature of federal litigation and to address perceived shortcomings, most recently in 2010. Over the last few years, a number of organizations have clamored for additional rule changes to limit discovery in numerous respects, contending that discovery has become too much of a weapon in and of itself and that justice requires limiting the ability of parties – particularly plaintiffs – to seek and require the production of expansive amounts of discovery. The changes to the Rules currently proposed would do precisely that, curtailing the use of the fundamental discovery mechanisms provided by the Rules.
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Rule 23: 3 Supreme Court Decisions and Their Impact on Federal Class Action Status
Rule 23 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure, which provides for class actions in federal court, was first enacted in 1937. Since then, federal courts have struggled to define the scope of such actions, including when they may be certified under the Rule and when they may be precluded. The United States Supreme Court heard and decided a number of cases this term considering these very issues. While all are significant in numerous respects, three are worth particular mention.
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The picture was taken at 19 days of lunation, that is 4 days after full Moon. This is the best timing to get sharp images of the crater's walls' shadows. The image is an integration of 27 subframes, each one taken at 9 Megapixels single shots with point-and-shoot digicam Casio Exilim EX-FS10.


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Resistance workouts for bone health
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St Leonards Physiotherapy proudly offer quality care for Osteoarthritis to local St Leonards, Cammeray, Crows Nest, North Sydney, Lane Cove & North Shore residents.
If you're suffering from Osteoarthritis, you may be suffering from on-going pain or have occasional flare-ups. Being a degenerative disease, it can't be cured but can be managed through maintenance physiotherapy and exercise program.
St Leonards Physiotherapy provides a comprehensive management program for patients with osteoarthritis. Our program give you the best chance of delaying or avoiding joint replacement surgery. Our program has the following elements:
Treatment begins with a detailed musculoskeletal assessment. We take some measurements of weight (such as BMI and waist circumference) and exercise capacity (using devices such as steps, stationary bike or treadmill). We look carefully at muscle length and strength issues for your whole body, not just your arthritic joint. We look for biomechanical issues that may be contributing to your pain. For example, weakness of core and buttock muscles may be contributing to excessive loading of your hip and knee joints.
The aim of this process is to get a baseline recording of your current problems. This allows us to plan a treatment program that suits you best.
Braces can help to reduce pain and reduce the load on the affected joint. In the case of knee pain, we recommend the Ossur Unloader One and Unloader Fit braces. They are dynamic, uni-compartmental unloading braces, which means that they help to reduce the pressure on one side of the knee and transfer it to the other side of the knee. This works well when you have a problem primarily on one side of the knee.
Our physiotherapists have spent a lot of time and training with Ossur to become authorised fitters of these specialised braces. The braces are not suitable for all patients; therefore, we need a careful assessment to ensure that they are appropriate for you. The braces are not a standalone solution, and work well in conjunction with an exercise and weight loss program.
Exercise is the key for effective management of arthritis. However, it is important that you get the intensity and type of exercise right for your situation. One of the big problems is people with osteo-arthritis often know that they need to lose weight, but whenever they try and exercise, they end up aggravating their sore hip or knee. This cycle often ends up in frustration and despair.
At St Leonards Physiotherapy, we run a number specialised exercise programs for patients with osteo-arthritis. These have a maximum of 4 people per class, and they run for 1 hour per week for 9 consecutive weeks. The exercises are a combination of stretching and strengthening exercises with a strong focus on Pilates. We group people of similar age, problems and exercise level.
We also North's Fitness, which is located within North Sydney League's Club at Cammeray. Having our physiotherapist's in the gym has allowed us to improve our osteo-arthritis program. St Leonards Physiotherapy at North's allows us to co-ordinate your management with the gym's existing weight loss exercise programs. Some of North's programs include aqua-aerobics, stationary bike classes and personal training.
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Crochet in a Weekend Autumn 2019
Make the most of your weekend! This issue includes many short, easy patterns that are perfect to make over a relaxing weekend. Use your spare moments to stitch up fashionable accessories, timeless gifts, holiday decorations and home accents. Youll love the ease and the satisfaction of completing projects in so little time!
- Quick and cozy! An easy-to-memorize two-row repeat pattern makes the beautiful and versatile Blue Horizon Shawl. After a relaxing weekend of crocheting, your finished piece will be ready to wear as a shawl or a scarf.
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Relations between Venezuela and the US will not improve even if Barack Obama becomes president, Hugo Chavez, the Venezuelan leader, predicted today.
A persistent thorn in the side of the US, Chavez told his supporters not to get their hopes up over Obama, the Democratic candidate, as there was little difference between him and his Republican rival, John McCain.
"The two candidates for the US presidency attack us equally, they attack us defending the interests of the empire," Chavez said at a meeting of his socialist party. "Let's not kid ourselves, it is the empire and the empire must fall. That's the only solution - that it comes to an end."
Obama has taken a tougher line towards Chavez in recent weeks as he continues to harden his international image in an attempt to broaden his appeal to more conservative voters.
Earlier on in his White House campaign, Obama said he would be prepared to sit down to talk with Chavez. Now he describes the populist Venezuelan leader as an enemy of the US and urges sanctions against him.
Accordingly, Chavez – who had previously expressed hopes for better ties post-Bush - has also sharpened his tone against Obama. He said Obama should not expect a "carrot and stick" diplomacy to help the US exert its influence in Latin America.
"A revolution has been unleashed in this land," Chavez said, in words directly addressed to Obama.
Relations between the US and Venezuela have been strained since 2002 when the Bush administration welcomed a coup – that failed – against Chavez. Since then, the Venezuelan leader has taken regular verbal potshots at the US, even though the two have important economic ties; Venezuela is one of America's top crude oil suppliers.
Chavez's latest salvo at what he calls "the empire" comes at a time when the Bush administration appears increasingly willing to play the diplomatic card, dropping its previously hawkish foreign policy approach. The Guardian today reported that the US planned to establish a US interests section in Iran.
It would be the first time American diplomats were based there since Iranian students occupied the US embassy in Tehran in 1979 and took over 50 hostages.


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Our experience has seen Magna Klasik Sdn Bhd work on a diversity of construction projects, from apartments and residential houses to high-rise commercial office/residential units, oil & gas plants and factories warehousing across Malaysia.
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You never get a second chance to make a first impression. And with something as important as a job interview, here are some tips to make sure you stand out from the crowd. Following are the Top 10 things not to do in a job interview.
1. Don't be late – You can never make another first impression. Arrive at least five minutes early, you may be asked to fill out additional paperwork upon arrival.
2. Don't dress inappropriately – Always dress for success. If you're interviewing for a professional position, you most certainly want to wear a suit.
3. Don't chew gum – If you're worried about fresh breath, eat a mint or spray some breath freshener before you enter your interview.
4. Don't forget copies of your resume and a list of references – Having several fresh, updated versions of your resume and references is handy, especially if more than one person interviews you.
5. Don't fail to prepare – Always enter an interview with knowledge of the company. Many times companies will ask what you know about them. Be sure you have read up on company history, current successes and more.
6. Don't bring your cell phone, food or beverage – Leave the cell phone off, and food and coffee in the car. No interview is informal enough that you should feel comfortable sipping a drink or answering your cell phone.
7. Don't talk too much – Give concise answers to the questions you're given, but make sure that you answer in enough detail. Many times an employer will take notes and pause in between questions and that doesn't mean you need to fill the silence with nonsense chatter.
8. Don't badmouth past employers – You never know who your employer knows. Your former employer could be his next-door neighbor, best friend or networking partner. Be diplomatic when speaking about previous positions, even if they ended badly. Put a positive spin on it by stressing what you learned as opposed to how much you hated your boss.
9. Don't forget to follow up – Never under-estimate the power of a traditional thank-you note. Potential employers appreciate the follow up.
10. Don't fail to express your interest in the position – If you really want the job, let your interviewer know. There's nothing like hearing that a candidate is excited about the position. That excitement carries over when you accept the position and your employer will sense and recognize your enthusiasm.


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A will is a legal declaration where a person, the testator, names one or more people to manage his or her estate and provides for the transfer of his or her property at death.
A power of attorney authorizes another person to act on your behalf in legal or business matters. Use this document to give authorization to another to act on your behalf. This document is meant to give broad power to the authorized person. The authority given is to manage and conduct all affairs and to exercise all legal rights and powers, including all rights and powers that may be acquired in the future. If you desire to give more specific powers, the Power of Attorney (limited/specific) is most likely the more appropriate document.
A power of attorney authorizes another person to act on your behalf in legal, medical or business matters. Use this document to authorize someone to act on your behalf in matters which you are given the opportunity to specify.
A Power of Attorney for Health Care Living Will is a very important legal document that allows you to designate a person (an agent) to make health care decisions on your behalf upon your incapacity as you specify within the document. It allows you to give instructions as to whether you would like to receive life sustaining treatment upon your incapacity. Your incapacity is determined by two (2) physicians stating in writing that you are unable to make health care decisions on your own.
A Power of Attorney for Health Care Living Will differs from a basic Living Will in that it allows a person to name an agent to make decisions on his or her behalf wherein a basic Living Will merely allows a person to state their wishes and desires regarding health care decisions.
Additionally, this document contains a Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) waiver. The HIPAA waiver states that the specific people you name can communicate with medical personnel about your condition.
This document allows you to nominate a person to act as guardian of the person of your minor child(ren). A guardian of the person is an individual who is legally responsible for the personal affairs, health and well-being of a minor. The guardian of the person will have the authority to make decisions on behalf of your minor children when you are unable to do so.
A Living Will is a very important legal document that allows you to state your wishes and desires regarding health care treatment before you are unable to do so on your own. It allows you to give instructions as to what types of life-sustaining treatment you would like to receive upon your incapacity.
This document authorizes a temporary caregiver to make emergency medical decisions for your child in your absence, authorizes medical professionals to provide emergency medical care for your child until you can be reached, provides vital medical information about your child to healthcare providers, and lists contact information for you and your child's normal healthcare providers.
A power of attorney authorizes another person to act on your behalf in legal or business matters. If you have already given someone power of attorney over your matters but have since then decided to revoke power from that person it will be necessary to do so in writing and have it authorized by a notary public. Use this document to revoke power of attorney from a previously authorized person.


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Michael Franti & Spearhead | Ziggy Marley
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Michael Franti believes that there is a great battle taking place in the world today between cynicism and optimism, so he made his most recent album, Stay Human Vol. II, to remind himself and anyone else who's listening, that there is still good in the world and that it is worth fighting for. The album has seen early critical acclaim and soared to the top of the charts including, #1 Billboard Independent Album Sales, #1 iTunes Top Albums Singer/Songwriter (US and AUS). The songs on Stay Human Vol. II were inspired by Franti's new self-directed documentary Stay Human, which has recently won array of awards on the film festival circuit. Stay Human features "heroic everyday people" whose stories have inspired the singer, activist and yoga practitioner during his travels around the world. Stay Human Vol. II is the 10th LP from Michael Franti & Spearhead, featuring the group's signature sound. It follows three consecutive albums that climbed into the top 5 on the Billboard Rock Albums Chart. He's also charted five singles in the top 30 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary Chart and had eight songs reach the top 25 on the Triple-A Chart. His hit, "Say Hey" has accumulated more than 2 million downloads worldwide. Franti also had a No. 1 hit single with his 2010 song, "The Sound of Sunshine." The album and film are both part of a multi-pronged effort to spread positivity through Franti's music, Soulshine Bali hotel that he built as a home for yoga destination retreats, and Do It For The Love, a non-profit he and his wife, Sara Agah Franti, founded in 2013 to bring people living with life-threatening illnesses, children with severe challenges and wounded veterans to live concerts. To date, Do It For The Love has granted more than 2,000 wishes with the support of more than 100 artists.
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An eight-time GRAMMY winner, Emmy winner, author, philanthropist, and reggae icon, Ziggy Marley has released thirteen albums to much critical acclaim. Now with his own label, Tuff Gong Worldwide, and publishing company, Ishti Music, Marley has complete control of his master recordings and publishing. His early immersion in music came at age ten when he sat in on recording sessions with his father, Bob Marley. As front man to Ziggy Marley and the Melody Makers, the group released eight best-selling albums that garnered three GRAMMYs, Ziggy's first solo album, Dragonfly (RCA Records), was released in 2003. His second solo release, Love is My Religion (Tuff Gong Worldwide), won a GRAMMY in 2006 for "Best Reggae Album." His third solo studio album, Family Time (Tuff Gong Worldwide), scored a 5th GRAMMY award for "Best Children's Album. Ziggy's fifth solo studio album, Fly Rasta was released to mass critical acclaim in 2015, and earned his 7th GRAMMY for "Best Reggae Album". 2016 marked the release of Marley's self-titled album, which garnered his 8th GRAMMY. His GRAMMY nominated 'Rebellion Rises' is out now via Tuff Gong Worldwide.


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We are thrilled to announce that Leona Phillips to the Great Lakes family. She enters as an Accounts Payable Associate and brings her accounting experience from a family owned business that she ran with her husband for many years.
Leona has been married for over 20 years and is a loving mother to three beautiful daughters. She has 8 grandsons, 1 granddaughter, and 3 cats that run the house! She loves to garden and quilt, and is proud to say she is a past President to the organization called Business and Professional Women.Welcome to Leona, we look forward to many years ahead working with you!


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French wine and liquor sales abroad have dropped 2.8 % last year, both in value and volume. The major cause was a stricter anti-corruption policy in China, that made Chinese export drop 17 %.
Export down to 10.8 billion euro
In 2014, France exported 10.8 billion euros worth of wine and liquor, according to the Fédération des Exportateurs de Vins et Spiritueux français (FEVS), which is nearly 3 % lower than the year before.
Christophe Navarre, head of the FEVS, remains upbeat about the performance: "This is the third best performance ever in the history of the wine and liquor branch and the fourth year in a row we have surpassed the 10 billion euro mark."
Chinese sales fall back
The United States are still France's most important export market, with a 4 % turnover growth in 2014. Its European performance is holding steady, with decent numbers for Germany and Sweden and growth once more for Italy and Spain. Eastern European export has suffered under the Ukrainian crisis and the faltering ruble.
Export to Belgium remained stable and the small country is still France's sixth most important export region. In total, France exported 596 million euros worth of wine and liquor to Belgium.
Chinese exports have suffered tremendously because the local government has been fighting corruption for several years now and that means that giving away (French) high-quality drinks has been restricted. That has resulted in a 17.4 % turnover drop, down to 681 million euro. Chinese turnover had already suffered a similar drop in 2013, down 18 %.


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Yes, keywords, ad copy, bid prices and landing pages are important in AdWords.
But how much thought have you given to how to organize your AdWords campaigns?
It's an important question that a lot of advertisers don't think about—but should. Why? Because a poorly organized campaign will, at best, cost you money. At worst, it'll sabotage your chance of success.
AdWords Campaign Structure 101
For those who aren't too familiar with AdWords, let's take a minute to go over the basics of how AdWords accounts are structured.
At the highest level, you have your Campaigns. Campaigns share things like a budget, geo-targeting, bidding strategy (ie., Cost Per Click, Cost Per Conversion), and whether your ads run on the Search Network and/or Display Network.
Your Campaigns should then be organized into Ad groups. An Ad group is a collection of ads and related keywords. The keywords in each Ad group should be closely related to one another, the ads highly relevant to the keywords, and the landing pages the ads lead to highly relevant to both the ads and keywords.
Sometimes in small accounts you can get away with having just one Campaign that divides your keywords/ads into a number of different Ad groups. Most of the time, however, you're better off organizing your account into separate Campaigns.
One of the most common ways to do this is to keep your campaigns targeting the Google Search Network and the Google Display Network separately. The way your organize keywords, the ads you run, your bidding, etc., is going to be vastly different for Search vs. Display, and the most effective way to organize things well is by using different Campaigns.
There are a number of other ways you can structure your campaigns. Which one(s) you choose is largely based on your business and the goals of your campaign.
You can organize your campaigns by:
If your business has multiple locations, then this structure may make a lot of sense because you can create Campaigns to target different cities, states, or regions.
While the keywords in the different campaigns will be very similar, you can write ads and add some geo-specific keywords (ie., dentist Beverly Hills, dentist 90210, etc.) that are specific to the area the Campaign targets.
Also, if you run an international campaign, you'll probably want to create separate campaigns for different countries. This will let you set your budgets, bids, language, etc. according to each country you're advertising in.
Business/Website Structure
If your business offers multiple products/services, then you may want to organize your AdWords campaigns around those. For example, if you run a sporting goods store, you may have separate Campaigns for Golf, Football, Tennis, etc.
Again, this will let you more tightly control your budgets, bids, etc., for the different segments of your business.
Organizing Your Campaigns Like a Major League Baseball Team
There's another way to segment campaigns I've been using for a while that is very much like how Major League baseball teams organize their players.
For those of you who don't follow baseball closely, each Major League organization has their Major League team (the teams that most people are familiar with like the Boston Red Sox, Los Angeles Dodgers, New York Yankees, etc.) as well as a system of Minor League teams.
The Minor League teams (also known as the farm system) are where the players not quite ready for the Majors play.
Scouts go out and find promising young baseball players and then draft/sign these players. But very few of these young players go straight to the Majors. Most of them are assigned to one of the organization's Minor League teams. In the Minors, these players have to prove their worth. They hone their skills and try to show the organization they have what it takes to be promoted to the Majors.
Structuring your AdWords account in a similar fashion can be a great way to go for many advertisers.
Here's how you'd do it:
When you first set up your Campaign, think of all your keywords as baseball players in the Minor Leagues. You set up a "Minors" campaign in AdWords. These promising keywords you think will attract the right prospects to your site, but they've yet to prove their worth.
In the "Minors" campaigns, your keywords are mostly going to use the Broad match modifier match type. This match type puts a plus sign in front of each keyword like in the example below:
+baseball +gloves
What the plus sign tells Google is that the word(s) with the plus sign HAS to be present in a search query in order for your ad to appear (this includes singular/plurals and misspellings).
So, the keyword +baseball +gloves could show for the search queries…
Baseball gloves
Left handed baseball gloves
Best glove for high school baseball players
…because each has the words baseball AND glove (or a close variation) in them.
However, it would not appear for the queries:
Baseball bats
Ski gloves
Will the Cubs ever win another World Series
(Sorry Cubs fans, couldn't resist!) 😉
The goal of this Minors campaign is simply to find keywords that prove to be profitable (assuming profitability is the goal of your campaign).
You're going to mine data from the Search Query report (which shows you the actual searches people typed into Google before clicking on your ads) to find the search queries that convert for you at, or below, your target Cost Per Conversion.
And when you find these keywords, you promote them to your Majors campaign.
You do this by adding them as Exact match keywords (not the Broad match modifier variation) to the Majors campaign.
So, if you're going through the Search Query report in your Minors campaign and find that people are converting well after typing in the terms…
Left handed baseball gloves
Baseball gloves for pitchers
…then you'd add those as Exact match keywords (meaning someone would have to type that term in exactly as it appears in your campaign in order for your ad to appear) to your Majors campaign.
And when you do, you'll generally want to create a new Ad group for each keyword in the campaign. By having just one keyword per Ad group, you'll be able to tightly control the ad copy, bid prices and landing pages to maximize your results for each.
Also (and this is very important!), when you add this Exact match keyword to your Majors campaign, add it as a negative exact match keyword to your Minors campaign. This will force Google to only show that keyword with the ads, bids, etc., you set for it in the Majors campaign.
At the end of the day, this Majors/Minors campaign structure is a great way to harness the power of the 80/20 Rule in your AdWords account.
You make all your keywords prove their worth and only promote the ones that do to your Majors campaign. And, in doing so, you focus more on the Superstar keywords that are responsible for most of the results in your AdWords account and give them the attention they deserve.
(Though you should not ignore the Minors campaign… you still need to spend time in there optimizing keywords, ads, bids, etc.)
So try running your AdWords Campaigns like a Major League baseball team and see if it helps you knock your results outta the park!


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Swiss cheese, tomato, bacon, lettuce and turkey piled on wholesome, whole grain bread with creamy dressing make a classic sandwich.
SPREAD bread slices with salad dressing. For each sandwich, layer 1 bread slice with 1/4 of turkey, 1/4 of tomatoes, 1 bread slice, 1/4 of cheese, 2 bacon strips, 1 lettuce leaf and 1 bread slice. CUT each sandwich into quarters and secure with toothpicks. Recipe provided by Pepperidge Farm.


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Consumers allege Leander-based websites take money, don't deliver
BBB recently investigated two websites based in Leander, Texas. Consumers from across the country allege they ordered prints and framed art from art-heist.com and hollywoodframed.com, but either never received their orders, received the wrong order or received a product far inferior to the one advertised online.
Records show both websites are owned by George Prichard of Cedar Park, Texas. Consumers told BBB that they had difficulty getting in touch with Prichard about their orders or refunds.
One woman from San Antonio, Texas said that when she tried to get a refund from Art Heist, Prichard refused. She had paid for a framed print from the website, but it was never delivered. Frustrated, she said she sent him an email telling him he should be ashamed of himself.
"He responded that my bank should be ashamed, that they were the ones with the money. He said all I had to do was file a dispute with my bank," she said. "I was just shocked that he would call my bank a thief when he was the thief."
Read BBB's full investigation on Art Heist and Hollywood Framed here.
When buying art or any other merchandise online, BBB offers the following advice:
- Do your research. Find an Accredited Business using BBB's Member Pages, and check out the company's BBB Business Review before purchasing anything from a website.
- Confirm contact information is valid. Look on the site for a street address and phone number, and verify whether those are valid. Be wary if the seller's only contact information is a post office box.
- Pay with a credit card. It is best to use a credit card when shopping online, because, under federal law, the shopper can dispute the charges if he or she doesn't receive the item.
- Review refund and shipping policies. If you can't find the terms and conditions, ask the seller through an email or telephone call to provide them to you in writing.
- Keep documentation of your order. After completing the online order process, a shopper should be provided with a confirmation receipt. BBB recommends printing a copy of the confirmation and any indication of the expected delivery timeframe for future reference.
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OTTAWA (Reuters) - Canada's economy created a net 200 jobs in July, far fewer than analysts had expected, while labor force participation fell to a fresh 13-year low, the country's statistical agency reported on Friday.
The data confirmed the general sluggishness that has marked Canada's labor market in recent quarters and reinforced expectations the Bank of Canada is unlikely to raise interest rates any time soon.
Part-time employment rose by 60,000 jobs last month, while full-time jobs fell by 59,700, according to Statistics Canada. Analysts had forecast a net gain of 20,000 jobs after the loss of 9,400 positions in June.
"It highlights a very disappointing pace of job gains in Canada," said Camilla Sutton, Scotiabank's chief currency strategist, who described the drop in full-time employment as "shocking."
Canada's unemployment rate dipped to 7.0 percent from 7.1 percent because fewer people were looking for work. The labor force participation rate fell to 65.9 percent, the lowest level since October 2001.
The year-over-year employment gain was only 115,300 jobs, or 0.7 percent, while the six-month moving average for employment growth dropped to 3,900 from 8,800 in June.
The Canadian dollar CAD=D4 hit a session low of C$1.0965 to the U.S. dollar, or U.S. 91.20 cents, shortly after the release of the data, down from Thursday's close of C$1.0921, or 91.57 U.S. cents.
Analysts said the data provided breathing room for the Bank of Canada, which pays close attention to the labor participation rate and has said it will not consider a rate hike until it sees lasting signs of an economic recovery and pick-up in employment.
Canada's central bank has kept its key interest rate at a near-record low of 1.0 percent since September 2010.
"I think this keeps the Bank of Canada on the sidelines for now, even though (economic) growth is looking quite a bit stronger in the second quarter," said Robert Kavcic, senior economist at Bank of Montreal.
"There is really no job growth anywhere outside of Alberta right now."
The number of people working in construction dropped by 42,200 in July and employment in health care and social assistance was down by 28,500, Statscan reported.
Those losses were partly offset by 11,500 additional jobs in manufacturing and 32,100 more positions in educational services.
Finance Minister Joe Oliver said the monthly numbers were "really volatile" and stressed what he said was Ottawa's good job creation record.
"As we've said many times, the international financial situation is fragile and we are intent on keeping the fiscal strength necessary to sustain the growth that we have," he told reporters in Toronto.
BMO Financial Group said on Friday it had carried out a survey on hiring intentions that showed 55 percent of businesses with at least 50 employees planned to expand the size of their workforces this year.
Only 24 percent of businesses with fewer than 10 employees had plans to hire more workers, it added.
Additional reporting by Leah Schnurr, Allison Martell, Euan Rocha and Alastair Sharp in Toronto; Editing by Meredith Mazzilli and Paul Simao


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Course Tuition: $390
Continuing Education Units (CEUs): 2
Duration: 5 weeks
June 5 – July 10, 2020
June 3, 2020
Course Description
Agroecology has a broad scope and includes many different meanings. The term has been used to describe an interdisciplinary scientific field, to characterize a set of farming practices, and to name convergent social initiatives. In this course we will identify their common root (the agroecological lens) and learn how to use it as a transformative tool for social and environmental justice. The agroecological lens will be used to reflect step by step, traversing perspectives from a narrow scope (the field) to the broadest level (the food system). Throughout this process, diverse themes ranging from soil care to food sovereignty will be explored. Case studies from initiatives around the globe will be used to inspire enhanced understanding of the actions and perspectives necessary to successfully develop one's own agroecological project. Successful stories with positive effects can radiate their energy and contribute to the improvement of society beyond their locality.
Upon completion of this course participants will be able to:
- Understand the various meanings of agroecology and its specificities in order to address relevant food and farming system issues,
- Jump the gap between theory and action by exploring crucial themes and agroecological approaches,
- Use the 'agroecological lens' to critically evaluate the sustainability of current practices both in conventional and alternative systems,
- Link agroecological tools and designs with inspirational real-life situations in order to learn how to apply agroecological principles in daily life
This course is facilitated by the International Agroecology Action Network (IAEAN) a consultancy group composed of ultra-motivated scientists willing to work hard to change the world. Although we are all agroecologists, we combine our diverse backgrounds and skills in order to dynamically implement sustainable and effective projects. Our pool of available consultants offer a wide range of skills and competences. We seek to improve society through our actions and research and we believe that both grassroots and top-down approaches are necessary to drive systemic change. Our members are currently involved in international organizations, private companies, development associations and in academic spheres.
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Castello Buondelmonti is a prominent castle with deep-rooted history and rich culture! History says that during the Middle Ages, the property was captured by the Buondelmonti family, who gave a finished touch to the castles. Stay in one of the stunning apartments in castello Buondelmonti which will astound you every single minute of your stay!
Nearby places of the Lodge apartment…
Located in San Polo village in Chianti region, Tuscany, the apartment has Florence's airport, which is just 20 km away. Also ATM's, Hospitals, Highways, Golf Courses, Restaurants, Rail Stations, Shopping Centers which are not more than 12 km away!
The Lodge apartment's living room…
Displaying a fine mixture of modern and old-fashioned style, this villa for rental comprises in total of a living room, kitchen, three bedrooms and a garden area with pool in it. Unfolding an array of amazements is the living room that is spaced out to hold sofas, cabinetry, in ideal places. The light hanging from the above is a real attraction to the whole setup. Segregating the living room is the dining area which has a four seater dining table topped with essentials for a great day meal. You will also find a fireplace that is in working condition – now this is the right place to read your fondest authors besides the raging fire! The living room is again disconnected into the kitchen area that has oven, microwave, coffee machine, 5 gas rings, and dishwasher.
Its bedrooms and their insides…
Any visitor would first be interested about the bedrooms! The Lodge apartment has three bedrooms with capacity of sleeping up to six members blissfully! Each of them have three matrimonial bedrooms and attached en suite bathrooms with shower features in them. All these bedrooms are spaces out for giving you a more comfortable stay! They have sofa, lights, mirrors and lampshades as common to all.
Matching up with the outside tranquil mood are the uniquely modeled Tuscan wooden beamed ceilings and inside furnishing. Offering amazing country view, this rental house sleeps a family of six members. Some other amenities offered inside the apartment are washing machine, private patio, television, and microwave!
For all pet lovers, good news!
Apartment Lodge allows you to carry your pets along, as it is pet-friendly. Even more attractive is the garden which abounds with enough of garden furniture. Also don't miss out the fun in visiting the restaurant that is inside the Castello Buondelmonti. This is the right dais to experiment the true mouthwatering Tuscan delights. A note on the restaurants – they remain open from Monday to Thursday and on request from Friday to Sunday (if you are a minimum of 10 member group). A yet another interesting feature is the swimming-pool access, which is the part of main villa. Measuring 0 x 5 mts in large and 1,5 mts depth, the pool remains open from the month of May to September. Don't miss out the fun the Lodge apartment offers!


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Dean Crosby has spent most of his life in the stunning Yorkshire Dales, where he has been running his own paragliding school, Active Edge, for the past 26 years. This makes it one of the longest-running and most successful paragliding schools in the UK today.
Dean has been flying for almost 35 years and teaching, both hang gliding and paragliding, for 30 years. He is, without doubt, one of the most experienced instructors and cross-country pilots in the UK today.
During this time he's captained both the British Hang Gliding and the British Paragliding Teams. He's been the British Paragliding Champion and the British Paragliding Cross-Country Champion in 1993 and again in 2006. Dean is the only pilot to have competed at national level in all three soaring disciplines.
He's served on the prestigious BHPA Flying and Safety committee, with responsibility for all pilot training.
Dean has taught hundreds of people to fly, from 70+ year old recreational pilots to the 2005 British Hang Gliding Champion. Many of his ex-students have competed in the British Paragliding Nationals with a number of them going on to represent Great Britain.
Dean first visited Brazil in 1994 and was one of the first guides to teach groups in Governador Valadares, considered by many to be one of the best paragliding locations on the planet.
Today when many instructors rarely fly, Dean is still fanatical about flying cross-country. He's taught at every level, from first day students to coaching competition pilots in the nationals and he'll make sure you get the most possible out of your flying holiday in Brazil.


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Last week we had the pleasure of meeting Shirley Davies and Nick Gordon. Shirley very generously donated £200 to the project from sales of her book "The New Kid On The Loch" – Thank you very much Shirley! Here is Nick's account of their time at Rutland Water.
Well, last week marked my first ever visit to Rutland Water – a trip that I'd been eagerly anticipating in the months since booking my flight from the Isle Of Man, and I have to say that it was a trip that confirmed, met, and surpassed all my anticipation and expectation!! I've been so enthused by the entire set-up here for the last three years, particularly the West African project, so it was great to finally put faces to at least some of the names I've become so familiar with from my reading, and to also actually see the location of the nest and perches that had thus far been no more than photographs on the website!!
My friend Shirley and I arrived in the Visitor Centre on Tues morning (30 July), to be met with the warmest and most genuine of welcomes from Paul Stammers, who then introduced us to Lizzie, before accepting Shirley's cheque of donation from sales of her book "The New Kid On The Loch" (forgive the shameless plug!!) on behalf of Tim and the team. Meeting Paul was an absolute delight, his obvious love of Ospreys and his passion for the project, are both inspirational and infectious, and his friendly disposition helped turn my first impressions into lasting impressions!! With introductions concluded, we headed off to the hides for my first view of the reservoir, and of course, the Ospreys.
Although I've only been watching Ospreys for just four short years, it didn't take long to be captivated by the special kind of magic that surrounds these magnificent birds, so in walking the path down to Shallow Water Hide, I easily found myself mentally drifting away and slipping beyond the veil into that "other" world that Ospreys inhabit, and which is so eloquently described and portrayed in Ken's diaries. A few hours in the hide was all that I required to experience that apparent suspension of time, and become oblivious to all connection with the "ordinary" world!!
Taking stock of my first sighting of the birds in this idyllic setting, I can confidently say that Manton Bay provides the best Osprey viewing I've seen so far, with unobstructed views of the nest and beyond, and is a photographer's dream, especially when the birds are airborne!! With 5R, his mate, and 3 juveniles in residence, we were treated to some fantastic flying displays over the week, particularly as the youngsters were regularly exhibiting their increasing confidence, and taking turns to plunge into the water, though all three made a straight line for the nest on each of the occasions we saw dad return, complete with a big juicy fish to deliver!!!
Putting further faces to names, it was another great pleasure to meet the lovely Lynda Berry at long last, on our second full day – Shirley had wanted me to meet her ever since her visit of last year, and once again, I delighted in the warm and friendly welcome I received – many thanks Lynda, it was lovely to meet you!!
But Rutland is far from just about the Ospreys – there is a wide variety of birdlife on show here, which provide further photo opportunities during any lull in Osprey activity, and I was extremely pleased to see my first Yellow Wagtail, and my first Egyptian Geese, accompanied by their respective offspring – The shore was littered with coots, little egrets, black headed gulls, and good numbers of lapwings. Further back towards the VC, both "Cormorant trees" were occupied in number too – I also saw my first yellow legged gull and it didn't stop there either – the top path down to Shallow Water on the gloriously warm & sunny Thursday, was a heaving mass of butterflies, and amongst the many peacocks, red admirals, small, large & green-veined whites, were my first sightings of skipper, comma, painted lady, and brimstone – many of these being species I've yet to see here on the Isle Of Man, so this was a particular treat for me!!
All in all, and in closing, this was a fantastic maiden visit, and I can safely say that it won't be my last. I'd like to thank Paul, Lynda, Lizzie, and Michelle, who we also met on the Friday morning, for your kindness during our stay, and for making us so welcome – I'll be back next year, this time for a week's volunteering, with luck!! I didn't get to meet Tim on this visit, but many thanks to both you and John Wright, and to Paul & Michelle for signing my copy of Tim's outstanding book, so personalizing such a great souvenir from my week at Rutland.
With many thanks, and kind regards,
Nick Gordon