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Cancer Research UK cautious over breast cancer genetic predictor
Belgian and Dutch researchers have claimed that they have improved a method of predicting how a patient?s breast cancer might develop, by examining which genes are turned off or on in the tumour. The team said that they had identified 70 different genes whose activity could be used to predict the likelihood of survival, or whether a patient?s cancer will come back. The results showed that the initial expectations were more reliable over an average follow-up period of 13.6 years than some of the leading diagnostic software currently in development, said the authors. Several labs around the world are currently studying this method of cancer diagnosis, known as 'expression profiling', in the hope that doctors could one day tailor treatments to individual patient's cancer type. Cancer Research UK warned that the results of the trial required more extensive testing before they could be validated as a diagnostic method, however. "Until this has been done, we cannot rely on these tests," said Dr James Brenton, Cancer Research UK senior clinical research fellow, Cancer Genomics Program. "Whenever this type of gene expression signature is identified, it requires a great deal of research to prove that it can be applied as a general test for women with breast cancer. "However, the potential is there for an accurate tool in the future that will help doctors make the best decisions for their patients." The research team said that they are to submit the model for further study by the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer. The study was conducted by the Netherlands Cancer Institute in Amsterdam and is published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.


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Before I came to NTU, I thought I would cook my own food in the evenings and when I had arrived I was a bit disappointed to not find a real stove in the kitchen, but just a heating plate, a toaster and a microwave oven. Nothing really to cook the food I had had in mind, and the small store on campus did not either have the choice of produce that I had hoped to find. But then I soon realized that it is no point to cook food when it is so much easier to pass by one of the many food stalls and get a delicious Indian, Chinese, Vietnamese, Korean or Malay take away! So now my greatest difficulties are to decide what to choose: Do I want some delicious Malay beef today, shall I go for the Indian vegetarian dishes or the mutton curry, choose a Korean bibimbap, or take some Chinese dumplings?
The food in the university canteen's is surprisingly cheap. A big lunch may cost around 4-6 Singapore Dollars, which translates into not more than 24-36 SEK. It would be extremely difficult to find lunch for such a price and such a quality on Stockholm University's campus! Maybe Stockholm University should open up an area with food stalls and invite a variety of small restaurants to serve Indian, Chinese, Lebanese, Japanese, Italian, ……. dishes? What a difference this would make compared to the boring and often tasteless choices that are around?
The lunch places in the canteens open around 10 am and serve food until around 6 or 7 pm. For dinner there are other options in a student/staff canteen and if one wants to eat in a more posh style, there is the university club house. I prefer the canteen, which is always full of students and families, who sit and eat there, sharing the many dishes they have on the table, while the small children watch movies on an Ipad. The choices in the evening canteen are not as wide as for lunch, but the many Malay, Korean and Chinese dishes all look and taste delicious.
Today and yesterday I had Indian food for lunch, and Chicken curry and Chinese dumplings for dinner. What will be my choices for tomorrow? Maybe Malay or Vietnamese food, or some Chinese duck? Certainly one never goes hungry here on campus!

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Arvada, Colorado offers a diverse setting for all types of housing needs. Whether it be starter homes or condos to move up homes all the way to million dollar estates Arvada has a lot to offer. Arvada is the 8th most populated city in Colorado and has parts that sit in both Jefferson and Adams Counties.
Zip codes in Arvada, CO include 80002. For a list of homes for sale in 80022 click the link.
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There are cheaper and more expensive airlines – but does it matter what airline you fly with? Kinda.
If you live in the developed/Western world, it can be said that all the airlines are safe. If one airline is more expensive than the other, you usually pay additional money for comfort.
If you are nonetheless interested or maybe a little afraid of flying (like me), here is a list of the safest airlines of 2016.
When choosing an airline, apart from your budget of course, it is important to consider the duration of the flight. If the flight is relatively short, cheap airlines like EasyJet are a good option. They offer little comfort and you will have zero leg room, but the cost of the flight is rather low.
However, if you are going to be flying for a longer duration (like from any place in Europe to Australia), it is probably better to invest in a more expensive flight with more comfort (for example Emirates or Qantas).
And now, just for fun, a list of the most dangerous airlines – even though you will probably not have heard of any of the airlines on that list.


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My wife and I used to must travel usually, and these were things we had to do before we left. The first journey trailer that my Father owned had about six beds in it. That is a whole lot of area that's taken up-that you just'd choose to have been used elsewhere-unless you may have a household. Checks or cash orders payable to Travel Pangea, mailed to: 3104 St #285, Sacramento, CA 95816, USA.
The identify Dalton was the street my Uncle Hap lived on so they referred to as them Dalton trailers. I urge you to use your journey advisor not only for the complimentary Virtuoso facilities which embrace continental breakfast daily and (new for 2017 bookings) a two-hour wine discovery tour that features tastings of six wines… but additionally for assistance in securing the most effective room in your wants and funds. Having been in Europe for prolonged lengths rail travel is the way to go. The scale of the geography permits for Europe to take pleasure in what is not feasible right here because of the vastness of this country. This implies that the physique & engine is made by on a base Ford Econoline cargo van. Wells has constructed a time machine, which Jack uses to flee the authorities and travel to trendy-day San Francisco, where he continues his murderous spree. It's on the bottom in entrance of the left-hand nook of the Lake Macalania Travel Agency, when dealing with the front door.
Our news website is among the top three most visited journey commerce websites globally. Anyone who has ever traveled the country in a small travel trailer has had at least one unique experience. Plus there are some handy websites about what to pack for a spot 12 months, injections to take, safety in several international locations, low cost travel, find out how to add travel to your CV etc. Here's a photo of swatches displaying the colours of the weather I HAVE to work with (interior dash & rug colours) and the paint colours I've chosen to lighten the temper a bit. What's even higher is utilizing what you could have in your travel journal (or journey weblog) to write a ebook. You'd have to go back to SD to renew your license, so it's only a good idea in the event you plan to journey there each 5 years.
This means I actually have direct management of my insurance coverage and if I change to another company no trouble. In latest years, because of the entire natural disasters we've had in the US, automobile insurance has gone up significantly. Some travel corporations present journey nurses that cowl for different nurses which have gone on strike, but some firms don't present this service. If flying, your tickets may even be purchased for you in advance by the journey company.


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For any parent it can be very exciting when expecting a child.
One would be overcome with many emotions such as excitement or perhaps fear and anxiety.
Both parents may feel anxious about things going smoothly while also hoping for a healthy baby.
It's a devastating experience when you have to give birth to a baby that is unwell.
Amanda and Justin from Illinois, USA, sadly had to experience this first hand when their newborn baby girl Braylee became ill a few months after her birth.
Nine months of waiting for the birth of their little girl was unimaginable for Amanda and Justin.
A few months after her birth her skin appeared yellow, it was evident that something wasn't right with her.
Her parents discovered Braylee had a rare liver disease in February 2016. She was born without a gall bladder a condition called biliary atresia.
The function of the organ is a vital part in the digestin for the health and growth of a newborn.
Doctors informed the parents tht Braylee's condition was critical.
As you can imagine both Amanda and Justin were totally devastated.
In order to resolve the problem doctors operated on Braylee to connect the liver to her intestines but infortunately her illness continued.
As Braylee's condition got worse her tummy bloated almost to the size of a balloon
The doctors came to the conclusion that she may require a liver transplant.
The family were desperate as the were no emergency liver donors available.
In order to save Braylee's live her dad Justin offered to donate part of his own liver after much consideration.
Justin was advised on the risks and possible damage involved but he didn't care as he wanted his little girl to be alive and happy.
A miracle occured right as Justin was ready to undergo the surgery.
Somehow a liver donor was located just in the nick of time. The liver of a deceased man would be used to save the live of two small babies.
Luckily one was Braylee and the surgery was very successful.
Following the transplant Braylee responded very well to her new liver, her health gradually developed.
Just like any other toddler her skin color evntually returned to normal.
It's amazing what a difference a year can make, recent images show 19 month old Baylee in full health.
This little girl had a second chance at live thanks to someone who signed up to be an organ donor.
What would would do without these earth angels.


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Couldn't resist sharing this. Wouldn't have been possible without the advice I get on this forum, many thanks. Pyrenees in the background.
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Dry Needling
Dry needling is a technique used to treat from pain from movement impairments. Physical Therapists insert a needle without medication in it (a "dry" needle) through the skin into different areas of muscle.
Trigger Point - What is it?
A trigger point is an area of muscle that can be tender when touched. When touching a trigger point it may cause pain in different parts of the body.
Why Dry Needling?
When dry needling is used it is generally part of a larger treatment plan. The goal of dry needling is to release trigger points to relieve pain or improve range of motion.
Dry needling can help with pain control, reducing muscle tension, and normalizing dysfunctions at the sites at where nerve impulses are transmitted to muscles. Dry needling can help expedite a patient's return to an active rehabilitation.


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We are so lucky to have immense talent right on our doorstep (literally)! Jayde Krippner is based downstairs from our studio, where she and her husband, Ian, run an awesome boutique gift and photography store – The Mirrorbox. Jayde is an amazing photographer with a passion for creativity; you only need a second in their shop to see that creativity in action.
When the concept for Kuwi's Kitchen was first drafted, we approached Jayde to see if she might be keen to do the photography. With much excitement and enthusiasm, she said, "YES!". It meant many trips up and down the stairs (for all of us), conceptualising and creating each image over the course of six months.
Collaborating with Jayde was a treat, and we are so stoked to have our neighbour/photographer on hand for lots of rad projects in the future.
Name: Jayde Krippner
Day Job: Owner of The Mirrorbox, a boutique giftware and photography shop in Te Awamutu.
Did you study? If so, what did you study and why?
Bachelor of Fine Arts, majoring in Photomedia. A fancy way of saying I studied photography at uni :) I actually got halfway through another degree in a much safer industry and was doing well, but just didn't love it. I decided if I was going to be doing something for the rest of my life, it should definitely be something I loved doing, so I took the plunge! As well as photography, I got to learn all sorts of other art disciplines, and I feel like they all helped me expand my creativity. I absolutely loved it.
What's your favourite part of the day and why?
I'm a total night owl, so night time! It's when I feel the most relaxed and creative.
Why do you do what you do? And what motivates you?
Honestly... it's just a lot of fun! You get to meet new people, and I enjoy everything about the photographic process, from coming up with the ideas for different shoots, to finessing them in the editing.
As a child, what did you want to do/be when you grew up?
A Wildlife Park Ranger. Living in Australia though, I quickly realised that would mean dealing with snakes and spiders, and I chickened out.
Random talent.
I can play the ukulele!
How would you explain your job to a 5yr old?
I take photos of all sorts of people and things, and run a shop!
What is your latest obsession?
Legion! The visuals are spectacular!
Name a hobby you had in the past, one you have now and one you would like to pursue in the future.
Honestly, the only hobby I've ever managed to stick with is Photography. As a kid, I remember trying singing, dancing, drama, ballet, bass guitar, karate... the list goes on. I eventually started playing with "toy" cameras (plastic film cameras like the Diana and the Holga) and making my own matchbox pinhole cameras, and that became my obsession. I began collecting vintage cameras I found on eBay, and have a pretty sizeable collection now. So my past hobby became a current profession and let's hope it stays that way in the future!
What's the weirdest thing you have eaten?
I'm not a super adventurous eater but at a bush tucker festival I went to, in kindergarten, I have very vivid memories of finding out the meat I was chomping on was Kangaroo. I wasn't thrilled.
What does your ideal working environment consist of?
A quiet room in the evening, either with headphones and some music – with limited words so I don't concentrate on them too much and get distracted (electro-swing music works well!), or casually re-watching something easy to watch on a separate screen (The Office, Parks and Recreation, or Arrested Development are firm favourites).
If the animal kingdom ever rises up and takes over, which animal would take your job and why?
It would have to be someone in the Chimp family! Gotta have those opposable thumbs, plus I feel like it would be impossible not to smile at a chimpanzee holding a camera.
What was your favourite picture book as a child?
I was always really into long stories, so The Magic Faraway Tree books by Enid Blyton were perfect. The vintage illustrations are absolutely gorgeous.
Name three songs you know all of the lyrics to.
Bohemian Rhapsody, Graceland, Walk the Line.
What is the dumbest way you have been injured?
OH my goodness... there are so many. I generally lack coordination and manage to fall over/trip/walk into things far too often. The worst part is they never have very good stories. A couple years ago I broke my leg just walking home and falling down! People kept asking what happened, and I want to tell them I broke it skiing or rescuing a kitten. Instead, all I had to offer was that I was walking home and fell over.
Which Kiwicorn personality do you most identify with?
I love all the incarnations of Kiwicorn, but probably Gentle Kiwicorn making a daisy chain.
Which Kuwi's Kitchen recipe is your favourite?
I was lucky enough to get to sample a few bits and pieces during the shoot, and the banana pancakes were soooo good! Yummy, healthy, and really easy to make! The trifecta!


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I shared my Bill of Lading findings with the Licensed Site Professional Association's Technical Practices Committee earlier today and got some very interesting feedback. There will definitely be some follow-up analysis. Thanks TPC!
Here's my presentation: Bill of Lading Analysis LSPA TPC (PDF)
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Marvel's smart as, wise cracking mercenary with a mouth assassin is back in "Deadpool".
Ryan Reynolds is back as Wade Wilson, a gun for hire that has more one-liners than he does bullets, that becomes the anti-hero "Deadpool". We last saw Wade as a hybrid mutant being decapitated by Wolverine and Sabertooth in 2009's X-Men Origins: Wolverine. In Deadpool, Wade is still a mercenary but the only reference back to the previous film is when Deadpool said thanks to the hunky Australian for getting him his own movie. Deadpool grabs you from the opening credits and will have you in hysterics until the screen fades to black!
Deadpool narrates his film as well as talks directly to the audience throughout the film. This time the origin of Wade is a mercenary that falls for a beautiful bartender Vanessa (Morena Baccarin) only to learn he has bone cancer and is going to die. Wade is approached by a man with a cure for his cancer and promises to make Wilson a superhero. Wade leaves Vanessa so not to put her through it and get this hero treatment.
Wilson soon learns he is to be tortured until his mutant cells release in his body. A British asshat (that's what they call him in the credits) named Ajax (Ed Skrein) is the one making Wilson into a super slave. Wade's mutant genes come out and he has a new healing factor that cures his cancer, but the result of the torture leaves him looking like a love child between Freddy Kruger and an avocado. Wade is now too ugly to get Vanessa back so he plans to track down and kill Ajax.


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March Playlist '16/
Happy March everyone! How was your leap day yesterday? Everyone on social media kept saying, "*blank* is what I'm doing with my extra day!" "Bonus day!" yadda yadda yadda. I mean, yes it was an "extra" day of February and an additional day to get your shiz together before March, complete any February goals you may have made for yourself, or another day to make yourself better than the last. HOWEVER, "extra" my tuchas. It was an additional day at work, not an extra day to do fun things. Count yourself lucky if the 29th was exciting!
March! The month of:
-My Nonna's birthday (today! 95 y/o!)
-My birthday!! (Sunday, 27 y/oooold)
-St. Patrick's Day! Because meadow green is truly the prettiest color
-My dad's birthday (March 19th! Age undisclosed)
-Easter (Not that I celebrate but bunnies and pastel colors are cute and chocolate is yummy)
-Spring! Although I have mixed emotions on this one. I am quite disappointed with the lack of Winter and Snow we have had thus far. If you're reading this Mother Nature – I would appreciate more snow! Perhaps even a Friday snow day if you could muster! No pressure J
-Any other March event I'm missing I should add?
Now onto my March playlist!! I compiled this absolute hodgepodge of a mix based on my favorite songs and artists growing up. I have distinct memories of (almost) each of these songs and artists. Eclectic, yes! I hope you enjoy my anecdotes :)
Crash Test Dummies – Afternoons & Coffeespoons
- All through elementary school my family would drive to New Hampshire every Summer to meet a few other families for a Group vacation. This album was one of probably 3 we could all agree on, therefor it was on repeat quite a bit. I never tired of it!
Eve 6 – Inside Out
- One of the very few songs my sister and I sung* together in the car growing up (*by "sung" I mean she sang and I belted off key)
Everclear – Father of Mine
- This was the second of probably 3 radio tunes mentioned above with said sister
Joss Stone – Fell In Love With A Boy
- I don't remember much expect I saw her perform this song on a TV special and years later I still love it.
Otis Redding – (Sittin' On) The Dock Of The Bay
- I'm drawing a blank… whoopsies
Creedence Clearwater Revival – Fortunate Son
- My dad inherited a killer record collection from is brother and my mom had a pretty good one growing up too. Once I discovered the records, that was it!
Dave Matthews Band – Shake Me Like a Monkey
- This song was on the record released after their original saxophone player (LeRoi Moore) and I really didn't think that I could ever feel the same way about DMB, and then Jeff Coffin joined and they released this album and I understood- the show must go on.
C & C Music Factory – Things That Make You Go Hmmmm…
- I do not know who introduced me to them, all I know is that I listened to this album ad nauseum growing up in my Walk-Man and as soon as I went digital I played it on repeat on my 2nd gen iPod. I still love running to this record to this day.
The Subways – I Want To Hear What You Have Got To Say
- In high school I was fortunate enough to go on a trip to London. When I was there I walked into HMV music store and asked the salesman which two albums are currently popular in England that I would not have heard in the United States. This was one of them (The Kooks was the other, and I'm obsessed with them). Thank you kind sir!
*NSYNC – Girlfriend
- Obvi I had to include *NSYNC, but I chose 'Girlfriend' because JC was my favorite and he was super flyyy in that music video.
Curtis Mayfield – Pusherman
- Again with the discovery of my parents' record collection years ago
Red Hot Chili Peppers – Higher Ground
- Ugh, so good. Again, not sure what the trigger was for this but so good, so good.
Sly & The Family Stone – I Want to Take You Higher
- Parents music collection (however, note that I did not say 'my parents introduced me to them, ha)
Damien Rice – Me, My Yoke And I
- I'm not sure if my dad turned me on to him or if it spurred out of The Shins or something. I just remember listening on repeat and my dad listening to all of Damien Rice's albums.
Jamie Cullum – Catch The Sun
- One Summer during High School I went to Berklee College of Music for a 5 week Summer program. One of my friends made me watch a DVD of this bloke, *praise the lord*
Cat Stevens – The Wind
- Pretty sure this was the only CD my mom would ever request to be played in the car.


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The Summer of the Smush-In: Single Cone Holds 31 Flavors
With Sales Flat, Chains Open New Front in Ice-Cream Wars
Cap'n Crunch, cotton candy, grape jam and turquoise-colored butterfat-rich premium ice cream. A gross-out contest for kindergartners? No, it's the biggest thing in the ice-cream world this summer.
With consumption declining, the ice-cream parlor business is in search of a new gimmick. Frozen yogurt and cookie dough are relics of the 20th century. And all those specialty varieties once only available in the parlors are now staples of the grocery-store freezer aisle....


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Kids Vs Parents Nerf Battle! Ethan and Cole Full Nerf Arsenal Attack on Parents!
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The full Nerf arsenal comes out for the battle of kids vs. parents! It's Ethan's birthday and him and Cole decide to throw a party. But when their parents come home, the Nerf battle is on. Ethan and Cole attack with a wide range of Nerf blasters. Who will have to clean the mess of foam pit blocks? Will Ethan win with the Nerf gun Mastadon? Like us on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/extremetoystv Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/extremetoystv/ We love making these videos. If you like them then please subscribe! Other Videos: Ultimate Family Nerf Battle! Part 1. Ethan Attacks Cole, Mom, and Dad with Nerf Blasters! https://youtu.be/CW1RS9iYMOA Nerf Zombie Attack! The Wild Undead Vs. Ethan and Cole Nerf Zombie Blaster Battle! https://youtu.be/Xn8BiZVjZlY Nerf Trick Shot Battle! Ultimate Challenge! Who Is Better with the Nerf Rival Blasters? https://youtu.be/m4J2bwhv5Cs Playlists: Family Nerf Battles https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UBx7M5C2mdI&list=PLjfHu9hA2Owp2nj1dG9Hl9Pt2s1tCCNCz Ethan Vs Cole https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YSGEfAS_0wY&list=PLjfHu9hA2Owp8kVtfmMNqbfnfAF9YxAXa Nerf Guns https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Msa_McSsCI4&list=PLjfHu9hA2Owo86CQf8B9V65Qy_9OehTmG


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Serenity by the sea Spa
Serenity by the sea Spa offers an extensive menu of indulgent treatments, including massage therapy, body treatments, signature rituals, facials, waxing, makeup application and nail and hair care. Located within the Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort and Spa, Serenity guests can choose from one-hour traditional services to full-day decadent packages for the ultimate way to relax and rejuvenate.
Central to the spa's serene setting is 16 treatment rooms, including one just for couples, where guests enjoy a variety of signature and traditional treatments and massages for men and women. Calming music, soft lighting and lavender aromatherapy create the ideal environment for a blissful, rejuvenating experience.
Some of the exclusive services offered include The Four Diamond spa package, which is inspired by the property's very own AAA Four-Diamond fine dining Seagar's Prime Steaks & Seafood restaurant and features a glass of wine from Seagar's preferred wine list.
Other relaxing options include the Serenity package, featuring a Serenity facial, an Aroma stone massage, a Serenity Body Refresher and a Classic Manicure and Pedicure. Spa guests won't want to miss out on the Day of Indulgence package. This full-day journey features Serenity's signature services, including a 30-minute sugar body polish, an 80- minute Pure Fiji Island-scented massage, a 50-minute Serenity facial, the Serenity Ocean Soak Manicure and Pedicure, shampoo, blowout and style, and spa lunch.
One of the newest and most exclusive offerings at Serenity is the All-New HydraFacial™. The spa's all-new HydraFacial treatment is a non-invasive, multi-step procedure that combines resurfacing, purifying, infusion and nourishing treatments. Remove dead skin while bathing new skin with purifying serums, creating immediate renewal. Pain free, the feeling of this treatment is described like a "cool paintbrush moving over the face."
Located directly on the Gulf of Mexico's shoreline, Serenity draws inspiration from the sea, incorporating mineral-rich, marine-based products into many of its services. Seawater pearls and seaweed are featured in the Seawater Pearl Facial, while seaside plant oils used to balance, hydrate and regenerate are used in the Ocean Wave Massage.
Experience Serenity's expanded full-service salon to put the finishing touches on your perfect look. With products, like Moroccan Oil, Unite and Schwarzkopf, Serenity offers salon designs from cut and style to up-dos and deep-conditioning scalp treatments.
Boasting a separate nail area, guests will enjoy manicure stations and four curtain-divided pedicure thrones – perfect for an intimate day along, a special girl's day out or a bridal party. Services range from an Ultimate Spa Manicure or Pedicure complete with paraffin wrap, nail prep, massage and polish to nail enhancements, like cooling mud and French manicure.
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20th Century Design and Photography
French Art Deco salon table/center table/writing table by Andre Arbus, circa 1937. Ebonized sycamore with nickled bronze mounts and verre eglomise top. 37.5" long x 22" deep x 29" high.
Andre Arbus
French Art Deco Architect and Designer, ANDRE ARBUS, WAS born in Toulouse, France. A third-generation cabinetmaker, Arbus became active in the Salons of the Societe des Artistes Decorateurs and the Salon d'Automne in Paris in 1925 at the young age of 22. His work included commissions for the 1922 oceanliner Bretagne, the 1927 La Provence and Ile-de-France as well as the 1961 France. He often used rare and exotic materials in his refined designs. These were elegant and pure and often gave the appearance of fragility – as in his neo-classical presentation at the Paris International Exposition of 1937. He compared the joints in his furniture to the joints of the human hand. His commissions also included private townhouses as well as Le Mobilier National for which designed a desk for U.S. Ambassador W. H. Harriman, and the post World War II Medici Room of the Chateau de Rambouillet.


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Employer ordered to abandon threatened dismissal
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We love a festive winter look! We're not religious, but we love this time of year. Christmas and New Year's Eve just bring a level of glamour and extra-ness that truly align with our values. To get you into the spirit too, we've collected some of the most iconic holiday looks of our lifetime. Here they are in all their glory.
Mariah Carey, all I want for Christmas is you
Did you know Mariah makes $500,000 dollars every winter off of this song alone? That's because it is, indisputably, the best Christmas song of all time. And this video is just as legendary. It's shot like a home video, and Mariah is giving you girl next door realness, while still managing to be the top diva that she is. We don't know what we want more - the Miss Claus dress, the snow suit, or the red unitard with the white fur trim. Just, wow.
Christine baranski in The Grinch
If Queen Frostine from the Candy Land board game were a character in a movie, she'd wear this look right here. But this isn't Queen Frostine, it's Martha May Whovier! And this looks screams "my uber rich husband died and left me everything and how DARE you show up to my estate unannounced. And on CHRISTMAS!" Her hair is perfectly blown out, her lipstick is an understated, the robe is expertly draped around her feet. Basically our life goal is to stay home forever and wear this every day.
Sandra bullock in While You Were Sleeping
So ok...this one is actually us. The oversized sweater, the "mom jeans", that messy bun with the parted bang. It's effortlessly chill and cozy as hell with a smidgen of grumpy cat lady. And we heavily identify. This scene is us trying to be "hygge" during mercury retrograde.
N'Sync, Home For Christmas
Although we still don't fully understand the concept of a puffy vest in winter (it's just not PRACTICAL) we are still here for it's nostalgic value. The real showstoppers in this video, though, are the accessories. The headbands, the excessive use of goggles and that shiny green jacket/bucket hat combo...the late 90s were a truly wild time. Oh, and we gotta mention what's happening here with the hair. Not just frosted tips...but FROSTED DREADS. Was this actually a good look at the time? And another thing - was this video filmed with a green screen in someone's garage? We love it, honestly.
Meg Ryan in When Harry Met Sally
The New Year's Eve scene from this 1989 classic features our leading lady in a rooted golden blonde curly shag. And it's actually flattering and, in our opinion, very back. Paired with smoky eyeliner, peachy lipgloss, an off-the-shoulder dress and a faraway stare, you've got the perfect NYE look. Just add champagne.
Winona Ryder, Edward Scissorhands
If you don't cry during this scene then you're dead inside. IT'S SCIENCE. Winona's strawberry-blonde fluffy hair and rosy makeup pair perfectly with her off the shoulder button down white dress. Off the shoulder was huge around the turn of the 90s! But the giant bow-like contraption attached to the left shoulder makes it really special.
Sarah Jessica Parker, Sex & The City The Movie
SATC makes us laugh with what they consider "casual" clothes for their lead. In this scene, Carrie has been flopping at home all night and has just decided to run to Miranda's for the last minutes of New Year's Eve. So the idea is she's wearing her "chill" NYE look: expensive ass pajamas that may not even be pajamas, a fur coat, pearls, white gloves and booties, a sequined beanie and a sparkly purse. It's lazy and extra at the same time, and for that reason we love it. I mean seriously, SJP's hat here is ten times more fun to look at than the actual ball in Times Square. It's iconic as hell.
TLC, Sleigh Ride
TLC was always fashion goals, and they didn't disappoint in their Christmas classic. Their trademark oversized jackets, gold hoop earrings, and overalls of course make an appearance, but the all white outfits covered in red and green spray paint are a cute holiday touch. Makes us want to drive around in a decorated convertible and bring holiday cheer to the neighborhood.
Catherine O'Hara in Home Alone 2
Please look at this haircut! 1992 was such an amazing time for short women's do's, and this color with those big gold (probably clip on) earrings reminds us of our moms' casual day looks when we were kids. Should we bring back the curled bang? Maybe when shoulder pads come back!
the Mean Girls "jingle bell rock" scene
Throwback to the time where girls wore camisoles as straight up shirts and flatirons ruled the world: 2004! This movie somehow feels contemporary despite coming out 13 years ago, but the outfits remind us of high school so, so much (remember flared jeans and those off-the-shoulder three quarter length shirts with the initials on the shoulder??) That said, if you ask us, a red pleather mini skirt is in style every Christmas, just like this iconic dance number.
Jack Skellington, Nightmare Before Christmas
Jack Skellington is goals! He made this entire winter look out of things he found in his apartment just so he could follow his dream of being the next Santa! When will your fav? Yes, this movie is animated, and yes, he's also a skeleton...but this fitted goth holiday look is inspiring us right now to get creative and follow our bliss even if it means potentially ruining Christmas!
Lizzie McGuire, I Want Candy
Hilary Duff and since-cancelled pop star A*r*n C*rt*r took us on a little holiday ride in this early 2000s middle school cover of "I Want Candy" for Lizzie McGuire. When this aired in 2001 we were shopping exclusively at Old Navy and Limited Too which, if you recall, were stocking TONS of metallics and glittery items at the time. We were attempting to recreate Hilary and LaLaine's looks here, but it usually ended up with us wearing way too much frosted lip gloss to the winter school dance.
Spice Girls
Iconic all-white ensemble alert! This late 90s shoot is everything we want to be this winter, with the exception of the piece-y bangs on baby and those two blonde chunks framing Ginger's face (although Kat did do this to her hair in 2002. But that's neither here nor there!) Mod dresses, platforms boots, those jackets we all got from Delia's that had the fur trim...nothing screams "winter wonderland in the parking lot outside a dirty nightclub while on ecstasy at 4 am" quite like these ensembles. Ah, memories.
Destiny's Child, 8 Days of Christmas
Two words: Beyonce's. Bangs. The girls look beautiful in this video even if they are inexplicably raiding a toy store after hours while also macking on guys. Michelle's outfit is surprisingly our favorite in this video. Those flared low-rise pants and fur-trimmed crop top are beyond flattering and make us miss those bare-torso days of the late late 90s.
Miss Piggy, Muppet Family Christmas
Last but not least, we have to include a puppet icon: Miss Piggy from the Muppet Family Christmas. Just pause and let the 80s wash over you. We're going to go get perms.


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Grace Vonderkuhn
Grace Vonderkuhn is the full band project of songwriter Grace Koon. Koon performs a hectic brand of grungy alternative rock with flecks of psych, garage and punk.
Session Tracklist
1. Candy Buttons
2. Bad Habits
3. Cellophane
4. Something to Say
5. Worry
6. Livin' in a Dream, Pt.2
Wilmington, DE
Band Members
Grace Koon - guitar, vocals
Brian Bartling - bass
Dave Mcgrory - drums, vocals
Visit the band's website
For our friends who live in countries where YouTube is blocked, watch the session on Vimeo.
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Episode Nineteen: Hoosier Hills and Orlando
My interviews were taken at Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival, so the sound quality is variable due to traffic and a horrendous thunderstorm.
You can find Round Barn Fiber Mill here, and more on the Round Barn Jacobs here. I use Round Barn for my corespun and may be getting some mill spun yarn from them later this year.
Howard and Shirley Walter are the sweetest, kindest, friendliest people I have ever met through vending! I had a booth across from theirs at the 2015 Hoosier Hills Fiber Festival, and while business was slow we got to know each other pretty well. This year it was my pleasure to see them at three different festivals, and although you can't see Shirley's sparkling eyes and radiant smile, nor hear Howard cracking jokes, I hope you'll come to love them as much as I do. Willow Pond Farm is located in Crete, Illinois, and you can contact Shirley for a variety of woven and felted objects as well as Romney and Hampshire fiber.
Peter McMasters is a friend of Scott Snyder's and the felting artist at Spry Whimsy Fiber Arts in Stoughton, Wisconsin. I hope you'll enjoy learning about felting; he's very passionate about it and quite talented!
Finally, I spoke with my new friend and fellow podcaster JoAnna of Knit Spin Farm in Indiana, whose flock of Southdown and Clun Forest made it through their first lambing season. Please do check her out, her colorways are to die for and her batts contain several lesser known breeds.


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Source: julib.com
really need a reason to hit the spanish beaches this spring? if the picture-perfect weather and spicy paellas aren't enough to convince, how 'bout a day or two of luxe maxi relaxi at the newly renovated eminence med-spa.
this day spa desto is tucked away in the refurbished kempinski hotel bahia estepona in sunny malaga. and like the ladies baring it all on the spanish sands, this place was made for au naturale experiences. fancy a carrot-infused rub or perhaps a blueberry scrub? done and done. everything from the facials to the body works are done with pure organic eminence ingreds. resist the urge to eat your spa prods and move on to a steamy hour in the spa's starry-roofed turkish bath (pictured). but life's not just about looks, right? lucky for you the homeopathic doc is in; he's got all the hot tips for a total lifestyle makeover. doc's orders numero uno: unwind and soak up the healing vibes of the chilled out costa del sol.
they don't call it the med-iterranean for nothing.
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kempinksi hotel bahia estepona
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Gene Simmons of Kiss with Cher by James Fortune
Gene Simmons of Kiss with Cher by James Fortune
Signed limited edition print of Gene Simmons and Cher sharing a hotdog by celebrated rock photographer, James Fortune. Gene Simmons loves this shot so much, he has one at his house.
Location: The Diplomat Hotel during the NARM convention
Date: 1979
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James Fortune Limited Edition Fine Art Prints
Size A - 11" x 14" - Edition 99 - $900
Size B - 16" x 20" - Edition 199 - $1,400
Size C - 20" x 24" - Edition 99 - $2,200
Size D - 24" x 36" - Edition 25 - $3,600
All prints are hand numbed and signed, and are made to order.
Print Quality: Archival pigment print on Hahnemühle fine art paper using archival inks.
Expect a delivery time of 3 weeks on print orders. Your print will be sent rolled in a new, high quality mailing tube with sufficient packing. You will be emailed shortly after your order is placed with an estimated delivery time.


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Conversations, Etc. Women's Group
May 8 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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An event every month that begins at 12:00 pm on day Second of the month, repeating indefinitely
Conversations, Etc. will meet at the church each month on second Wednesdays at noon. Bring a brown bag lunch and a snack to share if you wish. Call Melinda at 445-6325 if you have questions.


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Contact Us – River of Light 2018, Sunday 4 November
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If you would like to speak to a member of our team then please call 0151 233 2008 (Mon – Fri, 9am – 5pm) or 0151 707 0729 (Sat – Sun, 9am – 4pm).
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Quoting Miguel Figueiredo (firstname.lastname@example.com): > Can you point out what kind of structure would benefit the Debian i18n/l10n > effort? > The following comes to my mind: > > - formal team (role(s) ?) Something I wanted to discuss, yes. At this moment, there are de facto team "leaders" for l10n teams who are active. You( Miguel) are that person for the Portuguese (non Brazilian) team, for instance. Would it be interesting to make this more formal ? > - goals (short/long term) That as well. For the moment, goals are imprecise (except "thou shalt be 100% everywhere") and we don't have priorities: each team sets its own priority. > - infrastructure The "team" here exists: email@example.com. It is a consequence of the 2006 and 2007 Extremadura meetings. However, the work there is somewhat jerky (and probably often "hidden" as results might be not obvious while they are here (robots, collecting the material, etc.). > - policys (most important?) > - guidelines We're desperately missing more established guidelines, both for mainainers and translators, certainly. This is one of the things I'm personnally not good at, I'm afraid.
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So far this visit, the Empire State Building has been lit mainly white. Tonight it's a bright orange. At first I thought it might be related to Halloween (orange and black appear to be the standard colours). But I just checked online and they have a regular calendar of lighting and tonight it's in honour of a mentoring program called iMentor. The program's signature colour is orange.
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Welcome to our Serenity Project for the month of July 2018. The Serenity project is a collaborative photography project in which we want to share images that convey peace and calm.
Since it is still very warm in Arizona, I have been retreating indoors to photograph. It has been hard for me to come up with unique images. However, my macro group keeps me inspired. I think I am the last one in our alumni group trying to shoot through a small copper pipe. It is actually fun (and challenging to say the least).
Here are my three favorite images from this little session. I love how the copper pipe implies movement. What do you think?
To see more contributors of this month's serenity circle, I invite you to visit my talented photography friend, Amy of Amy L Smith Photography - Anchorage Alaska, as she found serenity in Sunrises, Sunsets and Solitude.
Thank you for stopping by today...until next time, find some serenity in your life.
Iris (TGTG)


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text: Everyone has their own routine when they work, playlists even. While some of us may listen to Giacomo Puccini or a spot of Led Zepplin, artist Peter Bucklin prefers progressive electronic dance music. Letting the rhythm of the track direct his brush strokes. Occasionally this results in simultaneous dance, making the art of creation an art installation in itself. His work is inspired by nature, transforming themselves between waves and landscapes.


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What Does It Take to Stop Robo-Signing!
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Montgomery County, Pennsylvania (PRWEB) October 22, 2012
Despite all of the government action taken against GMAC Mortgage for "Robo-Signing",GMAC forges on with apparently no fear or repercussion for Robo-Signed Documents.
GMAC & Their Attorneys Notified of "Robo-Signed" Docs Still Being Used in 2012
In a foreclosure case filed by GMAC Mortgage (Court of Common Pleas, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania Case #2009-25338 ) GMAC was notified by the defendant, Mr. Taggart, several times that they were using fraudulent, "Robo-Signed" documents that were not even notarized in a foreclosure action against him. GMAC Mortgage continues to proceed with this foreclosure even with the knowledge of the "Robo – Signed" documents being used in the case. Mr. Taggart notified GMAC Mortgage of the Robo-Signed and Fraudulent documents as early as March 2012 and went completely ignored. Furthermore, counsel for GMAC Mortgage was notified from March 2012 – May 2012 of the "Robo - Signed" and Fraudulent Documents, but they simply refused to withdraw the case.
The Law Firm of Phelan, Hallinan & Schmieg, one of the largest "Foreclosure Mills" in
the Philadelphia region, The Law Firm of Fleischer, Fleischer, & Suglia LLP, and The law firm of
Reed - Smith, LLP were all notified of the "Fraudulent" & "Robo- Signed" Documents, but
refused to withdraw the case. Counter-Claims and defenses in the case by the defendant
include, among other things, allegations of mortgage servicing Fraud and abuses by GMAC
Mortgage including, escrow account abuse, and illegally placed "Forced Placed Insurance".
Robo-Signing Made Public
It has been nearly two years since "Jeffrey Stephan"', an employee at GMAC Mortgage,
admitted to "Robo Signing" tens of thousands of mortgage foreclosure documents. GMAC
Mortgage continues to pursue foreclosures with admitted "Robo –Signed Documets" by Jeffrey
Stephan of GMAC Mortgage. Jeffrey Stephan, an employee of GMAC Mortgage, admitted in at
least 2 depositions in 2010 that he, among other things, never completely reviewed documents,
or even reviewed documents at all when he signed his name to tens of thousands of
foreclosure documents. Jeffrey Stephan is still believed to be employed with GMAC at the
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania office of GMAC Mortgage and his documents are still being used in foreclosure actions by GMAC Mortgage.
GMAC Mortgage Bankruptcy
Most people are not aware that GMAC Mortgage, LLC, as part of Residential Capital, has
filed for bankruptcy protection and reorganization under Chapter 11, of the Federal Bankruptcy
Code. On May 14, 2012 Residential Capital LLC, and its affiliated entities including, GMAC
Mortgage, filed for Bankruptcy under Chapter 11 of The Federal Bankruptcy Code in United
States Bankruptcy Court in the Southern District of New York. GMAC Mortgage, Residential
Capital, and its affiliates are seeking bankruptcy protection to limit its liability from claims
stemming from predatory lending, abusive lending and abusive servicing practices so that they
can pay back loans that the U.S. Government made to them during the financial meltdown. The
government also owns an estimated 70% of stock in GMAC Mortgage/Residential Capital.
Obama v Romney "Who can Stop the Foreclosure Abuse?"
The question remains: "Can the current president stop the abuse?" or "Can Romney stop the abuse?" The lending abuse must stop to restore faith in the Financial Industry , The Courts and U.S. Legal System.
Comments to this article may be emailed to: foreclosurereport(at)verizon(dot)net


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Tag: platinum
My Goodness, What Is Happening to Platinum?
By Clint Siegner, Money Metals Exchange You may have noticed the platinum price has fallen well below gold's price and it continues to underperform the other precious metals. What is happening in the platinum market? We see a handful of factors driving the recent declines in platinum. For starters, it is facing the same challenges we find in the gold and silver markets. The dollar has been getting stronger, interest rates are rising, and traders on Wall Street have rarely been more carefree. Mainstream investors are positioning for economic strength, not looking for safety. Platinum is trading like the other precious metals, which is to say performing poorly. As of […]
Palladium and Rhodium Are on Fire, Is Platinum Next?
Platinum was once the most precious of metals. For decades, it traded at a premium to gold. The other platinum group metals – palladium and rhodium – barely registered on investors' radar screens. Platinum lost its crown to gold in 2015. It was overtaken by the other Platinum Group metals (PGM) metals in recent weeks. Given that platinum, palladium, and rhodium demand is largely driven by automobile manufacturing and the production of catalytic converters, one of these things is likely true; platinum is currently undervalued, or the other two have gotten ahead of themselves. Which one is the correct assessment will depend on whether the current optimism for economic growth […]
PRESS RELEASE – 2017 Platinum American Eagles – soon to be released by the US Mint
For Immediate Release: 1/27/2017 Bullion Exchanges www.bullionexchanges.com Bullion Exchanges announces the new 2017 Platinum American Eagles – soon to be released by the US Mint In 2017, the US Mint will celebrate 20 years since the very first issue of the Platinum American Eagle coin. With this vicennial anniversary, the mint decided to set an earlier release date for this year's BU edition of this coin. The mint's authorized buyers have been announced that it can start making preliminary orders for the latest 2017 1 oz. Platinum American Eagle Coins beginning with January, 23rd. This well known coin is already available for pre-order on Bullion Exchanges and is expected to […]
Gold's Bigger Picture: Rally Off New Lows
Gold Spot price has rallied minimally following the break to a new low, thus far halted at the declining 200-day MA. Interestingly, one might have expected Gold to rally more forcefully in face of major U.S. index declines last week. Resistance remains above at 1,200 and 1,250 but the trends remain down even at these levels and well under the 2005 uptrend. Weekly and monthly momentum models remain negative and flat. The downside target at 1,000, the support from 2008-2009, remains in place.
Technical Analysis: Expect Contratrend Rallies In Most Metals
Bear market declines are in place for nearly all the commodities except for a strong Palladium.. Kickback rallies (contratrend rallies) are in place or in progress; some already may be failing. What to watch for is a test of the lows, which may result in a further breakdown, and lower lows, or contrarily, a decline that fails to achieve the former low, thus holding at a higher level, which could suggest the potential for another rally over the weeks / months ahead.
Palladium Price Set To Go Higher On Supply Shortage
As indicated previously, both platinum and palladium have broken out of a long trading trange. The following chart shows how palladium is holding up very well above the support line (which once was very strong resistance), and is even building up strength. The law of supply and demand will kick soon kick in, taking the two grey metals higher. In particular, palladium could surprise many with much higher prices in the (near) future.
Returns Of A Diversified Precious Metals Box
Let's compare the performance of the three precious metals, using 30 Dec 1994 London Fix prices to 31 Dec 2013 (throwing in platinum for comparison): gold was up 214%, silver up 302%, platinum up 226%.
Palladium And Platinum Faced With Large Supply Shortage
What's important to recognize as a potential investor is that the deficit for both metals isn't letting up, especially for platinum. Overall, platinum demand is expected to be greater than ever before, reaching a record 8.42 million ounces this year. And this while supply continues to decline.
Prospects Of Platinum & Palladium In 2013 And Beyond
Platinum and palladium became very hot. The prices have gone much higher in the past couple of weeks. Interestingly, this happens at a time when gold and silver are trading lower. The sentiment in the gold and silver versus platinum and palladium is reaching extremes, as shown in the latest sentiment indicators.
Infographic Explains Bright Outlook For Palladium & Platinum – by Sprott
Platinum and palladium are the less shiny precious metals. With most attention going to gold and silver, the PGM's are less understood. This infographic shows some facts that everyone with an interest or involvement in precious metals should know about.


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Making The Shot: Joshua Tree
For about a year now, I've been posting The Field and In Post videos (totally free) on my YouTube channel, to give everyone a look at both the camera work and studio work that goes into creating a landscape photo. These videos have been fun. And they still are. And I'll keep doing them. However... I wanted to do something more. Something more in depth. Something more holistic. And something that delivers more value to you than a 5 to 10 minute YouTube video can.
I'm very proud to announce Making The Shot. Making The Shot walks you through my entire photographic process. The planning. The in-the-moment decisions. The after-shoot image review. And the final post processing.
I hope you'll check it out. And if you do, please let me know what you think.


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From the beginning, Carrier has been a natural leader. Not simply for the fact that Carrier created an entirely new and innovative product, but becasue as we did so, we set the standard in environmental responsibility. Since 1994, Carrier has led the industry in the phase-out of ozone-depleting refrigerants while introducing many of the world's most energy efficient heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration systems.
Carrier is a company of ideas, committed to applying cutting-edge research and development techniques to create solutions that improve environments and enhance human comfort. The business is driven by a fundamental sense of global citizenship and responsibility. Carrier believes in the relentless pursuit of quality.
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A Note from Dr. Emily Newman
To start us off I wanted to speak a little of the amazing history of this practice, which has been an integral part of Great Barrington since 1945. In that year Bill and Marge Gulick purchased the large home on Main Street in order to raise their family and practice as veterinarians to large and small animals in the community. The young family grew up and eventually sent their eldest son Donald off to veterinary school where, following his family's lead, he met his future wife, veterinarian Claire Blanchard. Don and Claire came back to Great Barrington to settle into the family business, and to start their own family. They purchased a piece of the property from Marge in 2000 including the magnificent elm tree (more on her later) to build a smaller and more modern facility for their practice.
Having moved to the Berkshires in 2002, I quickly became acquainted with the Gulicks, hearing from everyone of their warm accessibility- I worked for them some doing fill in work and then as a part timer until I had my own children in 2010 and wanted to settle in more officially and the timing worked for the growing practice. A really special thing about Bilmar that struck me from the beginning and caused me to want to be part of that team was the value placed on balance of life with work. Over the years of working for Don and Claire I saw this ethos in action constantly, it was and is to me the basis of happiness and comfort- to know that we are all expected to have and facilitated in carrying out our many interests and needs; whether they be to family or fitness, hobbies, or challenging obligations.
On August 17th I purchased Bilmar Small Animal Clinic from Don and Claire and I am so excited. I feel that I am part of a 75 year legacy of care for animals and their people in our community, and I am proud to carry on the culture of accessibility and humanity that the Gulicks created in their years as leaders in our business. I plan on using this space on the website to post news about the practice, and to discuss veterinary medicine, and to occasionally share my opinion about matters less black and white. I hope it is enjoyable.
Emily Newman Stanton aka Dr. Emily


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Te Kopua 2B3 Papakāinga
Te Kopua 2B3 Incorporation is a Māori Land Incorporation based in Raglan situated at the mouth of the Whaingaroa harbour. The Incorporation has had a long held desire to build a papakāinga for its beneficial owners to help resettle themselves and their descendants back upon their traditional lands and rekindle their home fires and reassert their collective hapū based way of life.
There have been a number of issues that the incorporation has had to address in order to get to the starting line including; previously restrictive planning rules on Māori land, a lack of infrastructure access, a lack of operational capacity, and access to finance. However many years of work by a range of stakeholders have enabled the incorporation to resolve these issues to complete project planning and commence the construction phase of the project.
Civil construction has commenced on the 15th of June 2015 with the assistance of a Kāinga Whenua Infrastructure Grant from the Social Housing Unit. The incorporation is also planning to utilise the Kāinga Whenua Loan product offered by Kiwibank in association with Housing New Zealand as another source of finance to supplement the cash reserves they have saved over the last 8 years.
The incorporation is planning to construct sufficient civil works to support 15 dwellings. There will be 7 rental dwellings and 4 leasehold titles constructed in the first stage with room for an additional 4 dwellings future proofed for a second stage. There is also provision for a small central community whare to be established as well.
The Incorporation wishes to acknowledge the contributions of hapū members, MOAA Architects, Bloxum Burnett Olliver Civil Planners, the Waikato Papakāinga Agencies Forum, and the Social Housing unit for their support making this project possible.
The first 3 dwellings as part of the completion of stage one were opened on 29 July 2016.
Click here to watch the news story on Te Kaea.


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Ben Gertz, a descendant of the Meriam people of Mer Island in the Torres Strait, reflects on the links between his ancestors' region and Papua New Guinea and his experience at the 2017 Aus-PNG Emerging Leaders Dialogue in Port Moresby.
I was one of the ten Australian delegates that took part in the 2017 Australia-PNG Emerging Leaders Dialogue, held in Port Moresby last December. Before then, the closest I ever came to leaving Australia was a work trip to the Torres Strait. Compared to the hustle and bustle of Sydney, or even the slower country town pace of Brisbane where I am currently based, Thursday Island in the Torres Strait is a laidback tropical idyll.
Despite being within Australian waters, on Thursday Island you often see Papua New Guinean flags perched on windowsills and hanging from patios, and people walking around sporting bilums with a PNG flag or design woven into them. On one occasion I struck up a conversation with a gentleman at the Federal Hotel – one of the pubs on the Island – while watching a NRL game. I asked him which island he came from and was surprised when he replied "Daru", on the PNG side of the border.
The waters and islands of the Torres Strait that surround Thursday Island are the frontier separating mainland Australia from Papua New Guinea. Saibai Island, at the far north of the Torres Strait, is Australia's closest substitute for a physical land border, separated from PNG's Western Province by a mere 4 kilometres of water.
Long before Luis Vas de Torres sailed through these waters or when Captain James Cook and the Endeavour landed on nearby Bedanug (otherwise known as Possession Island), the traditional inhabitants of the Torres Strait and the coastal villages of PNG's Western Province would regularly traverse these waters to hunt, fish, trade and engage in ceremonies with one another. Unbeknownst to many Australians, these practices continue to this very day.
In the years leading up to PNG's independence in 1975, Australia and PNG had to decide on the border arrangements for the Torres Strait, discuss issues of sovereignty, set maritime jurisdictions, and consider the impact that these arrangements would have on traditional cultural practices and the wellbeing of the communities in this area. The Torres Strait Treaty was developed during this period and remains the foundation of the common border area management today.
The Treaty was signed in 1978 and formally came into effect in 1985. It both delineates the maritime boundaries and allows for the free movement of people within the Torres Strait Protected Zone for traditional activities. This is why I was able to meet a Papua New Guinean from Daru Island watching footy in a pub on Thursday Island on the Australian side of the border. The Torres Strait Treaty also gives regional bodies such as the Torres Strait Regional Authority greater autonomy in managing fisheries and marine resources. The Treaty is conidered one of the most innovative approaches in international law to a complex border that effects the lives of the Indigenous communities on either side.
I am a descendant of the Meriam people of Mer (Murray) Island in the Eastern Torres Strait and I was partly motivated to apply for the 2017 Australia-PNG Emerging Leaders Dialogue by a desire to better understand the cultural relationships of my ancestors' region. The Dialogue brought together 10 young leaders from Australia and 10 young leaders from Papua New Guinea for three days to discuss many topical issues which affect our two nations. Our cohort was made up of young professionals from a variety of backgrounds and industries, who could provide insight into at least one of the five key areas of focus: contemporary Australia-PNG relations; health; the environment and urbanisation; inclusive economic growth; and politics and civil society.
The first day was spent at the PNG Impact Conference which was held at the University of Papua New Guinea. The conference was co-hosted by my old stomping ground, James Cook University in Townsville, and brought together academics and researchers from both universities who presented findings from several research projects that are delivering societal benefit in PNG. This was an opportunity for us to gain valuable insight into the partnership between UPNG and JCU, two important higher education institutions located on either side of the Coral Sea.
While the next two days were primarily set aside for the Dialogue, we also had the opportunity to meet with the Australian High Commissioner Bruce Davis, as well as pay a visit to the High Commission where we had lunch and an audience with then Deputy High Commissioner Bronte Moules. We networked with some of Papua New Guinea's business, public service and community leaders at the new Harbourside development, and we even had some time to visit the Port Moresby Nature Park to see first-hand some of their environmental conservation and education initiatives and learn about their partnership with Zoos Victoria.
During the Dialogue, delegates were able to share insights into each of our countries and their different perspectives on the key issue for each session. Each topic would begin with an overview of the issue from a Papua New Guinean perspective, followed by the Australian or vice versa, with participants raising further points during the discussion. Delegates were able to identify many issues that are common to both countries, as well as areas where there is potential for Australia and Papua New Guinea to work together or build on existing collaborations. You can read a full summary of the discussion here.
When it was time to discuss the contemporary relationship between our two nations, there was one burning issue that all twenty delegates from both sides wanted to directly address. The Manus Island Regional Processing Centre had only been closed for five weeks by the time the Dialogue kicked off, however, it was clear to most of us that the existence of the centre, as well as the way it has been closed, was symbolic of a recent deterioration in the relationship between our two countries.
Despite the challenges within the contemporary relationship, all the 2017 Dialogue participants are hopeful that it can be renewed, to ensure strong diplomatic links between our two nations as well as people-to-people links. We need to keep our links strong, so we can foster the development of young leaders on both sides of the Torres Strait, because it will be young leaders, like the 20 of us who met together in Port Moresby, who will ultimately drive the Australia-PNG relationship forward into the future. We'll do our part to maintain the connections that were forged over those three days, so we can continue to learn from each other.
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BAGHDAD (Reuters) - An Iranian-backed militia said on Monday it said it would treat U.S. Marines deployed in Iraq to fight Islamic State as forces of occupation and "deal" with the foreign troops.
Washington said on Sunday a detachment of the 26th Marine Expeditionary Unit was in Iraq, bolstering efforts by the United States and a coalition of allies against Islamic State.
"If the U.S. administration doesn't withdraw its forces immediately, we will deal with them as forces of occupation," the Asaib Ahl al-Haq militia said on its TV channel, al-Ahd.
"The forces of occupation are making a new suspicious attempt to restore their presence in the country under the pretext of fighting their own creation, Daesh," the Shi'ite Muslim militia added, referring to an acronym for Islamic State, a ultra-hardline Sunni Muslim movement.
(Reporting by Maher Chmaytelli; Editing by Andrew Heavens)


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Some parents don't need a parenting book, they're just BORN with the knowledge of what makes a parent great. Oftentimes, what is best for you is a nice healthy dose of sarcastic humor that you will hopefully pass down for generations to come.
1. This mom sent their kid an Easter 'care package.'
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2. After getting grounded, this person's mom gave them this.
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3. This mom dressed as her son for Halloween.
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4. Don't try to pull this trick on your mom or else.
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5. You know Dave, you've had enough happy birthdays.
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6. Never too old to prank your kid's ass.
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7. This mom had to excuse her daughter's tardiness at school.
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8. This 27 year old was staying on their parent's couch for the night. Naturally the mom did this:
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9. What a way to go out.
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10. This kid wanted to be a road for Halloween so the mom made the costume, no questions asked.
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11. This daughter needed a bookmark. Luckily her mom had the perfect fix.


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1. Oh good, Dina Lohan is launching a shoe line. For footwear not made by Dina Lohan, we'd recommend taking a look at the latest fall shoe trends. [The Cut]
2. Anna Wintour – gasp – left Paris Fashion Week early, possibly in order to get back to the office and work on reducing her budget by 25%, as all Conde Nast staffers (who haven't been let go) have been charged with doing. Does that mean Anna missed seeing the latest and greatest Chanel nail polish trend? [FWD]
3. Versace plans to close all their stores in Japan. Guess Japanese ladies will have to get their cocktail dresses online. [Bloomberg]
4. Los Angeles Fashion Week is trying to make itself over, but it's got some catching up to do. After all, we're not sure if any L.A. designers are showing the likes of these. [WWD]


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Staff at a phone shop shared naked photos from 13 female customers' phones among each other it is claimed.
Flint Audio Video in East Providence, Rhode Island was the center of the illicit scheme as two owners and four employees were charged with sharing the photos they referred to as 'treats.'
Employees George Quintal, Terrance Roy, Geoffrey Preuit, Adam Jilling were arrested, as well as Daniel Anton and Gary Gagne who co-own the store.
According to police, when customers would bring in phones or computers for repair, Quintal would search through the devices for explicit images then send what he found to coworkers.
More than 2000 pages of newly unsealed documents were released last week by authorities that reveal text conversations Quintal sent to other shop employees that refer to the 13 victims, which date back to 2011, WPRI reported.Justin Trudeau slammed for new profile picture days after brownface photo
'Here is a little treat for you. I'm sending you 8 pics from the blond girl,' Quintal texted Roy in a conversation obtained by police.
In the obtained text, Flint Audio Video employees show little remorse for their action – instead they appear to have disdain for their customers.
'Some girls are just stupid for having that right on their computer for anyone to see when they bring it in for service,' Quintal texted Jilling, in a conversation obtained by police.
'Let them be stupid!' Jilling replied.
The men were arrested after a female employee reported the alleged conduct to authorities.
Police arrested Quintal, the apparent ringleader, first and found a thumb drive at his home containing more than 2,000 nude photos and video of suspected customers.
The rest of the men were arrested in the following months.
All six defendants are due back in court on January 10.


text: 2 Chainz has premiered the video for his first single, "Feds Watching." The song features Pharrell Williams on the hook and showcases 2 Chainz doing what he always does: stunt. I respect Pharrell and I tolerate 2 Chainz because he's entertaining, but I'm just not excited about this song. We'll see what else 2 Chainz brings for his upcoming album, B.O.A.T.S. II : Me Time. Enjoy.


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